The CIA will be here on Tuesday, October 11, 2005, from 12:30- 2:00pm for Career Conversations with the CIA. They have many exciting opportunities! The session will be held in University Room A.

Georgia Merit will be at KSU conducting testing for State Jobs on Friday, October 14th, 2005, from 10:00am - 2:00pm. This will be held in BB108. They will be conducting tests for Probation Officers, Parole Officers, Child Support Enforcement Agents, Juvenile Probation Officer/Parole Specialist 2 . Students will need to call Career Services at (770) 423-6555, to sign up for a test, and to get other important details.

InRoads will be at KSU on Tuesday, October 18th, 2005, from 12:30-2:00pm. Their Information Session will be held in the Leadership Room, Carmichael Student Center. Students will have the opportunity to learn about internships with GE, IBM, Lockheed Martin, The Coca Cola Company - and many others! InRoads has a focus on ethnic minorities, with a GPA of 2.8 or better. Interested students can apply online at www.INROADS.org and should bring an unofficial transcript to the presentation.

Pauline Jones Assistant Director Career Services Center (770)423-6555 pjones@kennesaw.edu
 

Tuesday, October 04 "Mardi Gras: Made in China" (Film) 6:30 pm KSU Carmichael Student Center, University Rooms B, C, D & E.

Mardi Gras: Made in China follows the "bead trail" from the factory in China to Bourbon Street during Mardi Gras, poignantly exposing the inequities of globalization. First-time director David Redmon cleverly illuminates the clash of cultures by juxtaposing American excess and consumer ignorance against the harsh life of the Chinese factory worker. The film confronts both cultural and economic globalism by humanizing the commodity chain from China to the United States.
 

The bookstore will be returning fall books to the publishers starting October 10th. If students have not purchased their book for class, they need to hurry in.

Patty Patty Sansom, Textbook Manager Kennesaw University Bookstore 1000 Chastain Rd Kennesaw, GA 30144 Phone (770) 499-3511 Fax (770)499-3509

On Thursday, October 6 from 10:00 to 3:00 the CAPS Center will be providing free screenings for depression and anxiety in conjunction with the National Depression Screening Day (NDSD) program. Come to the CAPS Center to participate in the screening and speak with a CAPS Counselor.

You can also visit tables in the Student Center, Kennesaw Hall and the Center for Health Promotion and Wellness and receive information on how to help yourself or a loved one.

As part of the program, CAPS will also be offering a workshop on Resiliency, at 12:30 on October 6 in KH 1302. This workshop will address what the research indicates are the characteristics of individuals that are able to rise above and recover from tragedy and loss. We particularly invite those who have been affected by the devastation of hurricane Katrina and Rita to attend. Traumatic experiences can often trigger depressive and anxiety symptoms. Also for those of you who have been helping with the relief efforts, you may be experiencing symptoms of chronic stress. Dorothy Morgan, LPC will offer information on how to meet these challenges.

Contact the CAPS Center at 770-423-6600 for more information on NDSD.

To find a screening site near you, go to the Screening for Mental Health website at www.mentalhealthscreening.org.

Rhonda J. Perry, Ph.D., L.Psy Associate Director of CAPS Licensed Psychologist Kennesaw State University 1000 Chastain Road Kennesaw, Georgia 30144 770-423-6600

Dow Jones Newspaper Fund: Summer Internships in Editing and Reporting

Next Deadline: Nov 01, 2005

Supports annual summer internships in business reporting, newspaper copy editing, and sports copy editing. Program provides free pre-internship training seminars on college campuses and weekly salaries starting at $350 for a minimum of 10 weeks. Interns who return to college full-time the following fall receive $1,000 scholarships from the fund. Eligibility is open to undergraduate and graduate students. All applicants must complete an essay and a controlled editing/writing exercise prior to application submission. See http://djnewspaperfund.dowjones.com/fund/cs_internships.asp.

Jacqueline Givens Director

Office of Sponsored Programs

Kennesaw State University

1000 Chastain Road,

#0111 Kennesaw, Georgia 30144-5591

PHONE: (770) 423-6036 FAX: (770) 499-3620 WEBSITE: http://www.kennesaw.edu/osp

Now is your chance to get involved in the Tour de KSU!

As most of you are probably aware, this bike ride is scheduled for Friday, 28 October, from 9:30 a.m. through 2:30 p.m. The event will include a bicycle and Poker ride, as well as a post-event party with door prizes and raffle.

We are in need of volunteers to assist in the various aspects of the Tour, both during the planning stages and on event day. If you are interested in becoming involved or in getting your KSU 1101 class involved, please look over the attached table. The table includes 22 different aspects of the race that need to be completed prior to or on event day. I have listed a coordinator for each aspect - the intent is that the coordinator will take charge of that aspect and report back to me on the progress, concerns, and needs that he/she has in preparing for the Tour. If you or your class want to coordinate an aspect of the event, please note that I still need coordinators for Stage Stops 2 (#14) and 3 (#15), and for the raffle (#9). I have also listed "partners" that the coordinator should be working with to ensure there is no duplication of effort etc. If you would like to partner with a coordinator (i.e., assist in an aspect of the event), please contact the coordinator of that item, then inform me of that you have agreed to a partnership.

If you are a coordinator, please do you best to include student volunteers to the fullest extent possible. (You might want to divide your efforts into (1) pre-Tour organizational/preparation activities and (2) Tour-day activities to better make use of the volunteers at your disposal.)

NOTE: (1) I will be registering this event with VKSU so students can register with VKSU to record their volunteer credit hours. (2) Italicized coordinators/partners indicate assignments that are as yet unconfirmed.

Ruth A. Goldfine, Ph.D.

Kennesaw State University Department of University Studies

1000 Chastain Road Kennesaw, GA 30144

770/423-6131

From: Ed Bonza

SHARE is seeking submissions from students of every caliber and major. We publish graphic images of artistic works (i.e. sculpture, ceramics, prints, portraits) as well as literary pieces (i.e. poetry, short fiction, lyrics). KSU's national award winning Art and Literary Student Magazine, SHARE, is seeking submissions!

They need everything from poetry and short fiction to song lyrics, fine art, and graphic designs. Publication is absolutely free and you will retain all the rights to your work. This is your chance to be published!

For details about submission guidelines, especially for fine art and graphics, check out SHARE online at http://www.ksushare.com, visit their office in the student center (room 277, right down the hall), or give them a call, 770-499-3272.

Also, watch for SHARE's open mic nights called 'Terutlia' held every other Monday evening at 8 pm at the Legacy Gazebo behind the English building. Come and present your poetry, songs, stories, or whatever. Good times will be had by all.

Sincerely, Carolyn McCully

Share Promotions Director

cmccully@students.kennesaw.edu

(770)-499-3272

This could be a wonderful experience for some lucky student. They would like to interview within the next two weeks.

Location Hours TBD, Atlanta, GA

Must be able to work 24 hrs./week

Candidate must be a Senior or Graduate Student with Recruiting, HR, or Training & Development Interest. Good character. Students completed sophomore year prior to start of Internship. Students must not have graduated, but still be enrolled. International students must provide documentation of proper visa paper work before accepted into program. Only J1 or F1 visas accepted.

Job Description Duties - Assisting with sourcing resumes via BrassRing (internal database), schedule conferences, putting together packets for seminar, events & orientations for student programs. Contact clients to conduct prescreen for interviews provide program evals to managers & students. Filing, copying & answering phones, assisting with special projects. Learn fundamentals recruiting, training & development. etc.

How to Apply: Email resume

When to Apply: Now

Contact Katrena Davis Coordinator TURNER BROADCASTING, INC.

1050 Techwood Drive Atlanta, GA

404-575-7132

katrena.davis@turner.com

Merle King, department chair for CSIS, would appreciate our assistance in getting the following information to our CLASS students:

At the beginning of each semester, the student chapter of the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA), hosts a free clinic in the lobby of Clendenin, to assist students in cleaning the viruses off of their personal computers and laptops and installing and configuring software to prevent future infections. There is no charge for this service or the software. Each semester we struggle with the onslaught of viruses on our nets, brought in by new and returning students.

Thanks, Keisha Keisha L. Hoerrner, Ph.D.

Director of Learning Communities (CLASS) and Associate Professor of Communication

Department of University Studies

Kennesaw State University

1000 Chastain Road,

#1802 Kennesaw, GA 30144-5591

(770) 499-3222

khoerrne@kennesaw.edu

Communications Internship with Mellon

Received on 31 March 2005

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Mellon Human Resources & Investor Solutions
Intern – Communications Practice
Atlanta, Georgia

The Communications Practice of Atlanta’s Mellon Human Resources & Investor Solutions office is seeking an intern for the summer of 2005 (and perhaps beyond). This person would assist and learn from communication consultants in the completion of client work and internal initiatives, including the duties described below.

Description:
-- Write, edit, and proof various communication media for client engagements
-- Work with project managers and designers to concept creative communication solutions
-- Assist project managers with day-to-day client management operations
-- Conduct background research on client- and industry-specific issues
-- Assist with the development of new business proposals
-- Assist with internal department and company communication initiatives
-- Assist with administrative functions, when needed

Desired Traits:
-- Bachelor degree in English or Communications
-- Strong writing ability
-- Solid work ethic
-- Exceptional maturity
-- Jump-in-and-help attitude
-- Flexible schedule

Company:
Mellon Human Resources & Investor Solutions is the human resources consulting and outsourcing arm of Mellon Financial Corporation. This internship is with Mellon HR&IS’ Communications Practice in Atlanta, which provides end-to-end human resource communication solutions to clients nationwide and across the world. The Atlanta Communication Practice currently employs 25 consultants, writers, graphic designers, production managers and administrative assistants.

Pay:
$15 per hour (minimum 20 hours per week)

Mail, fax or email resume and up to three writing samples to:
Michael Garcia
Mellon HR&IS
200 Galleria Parkway
Suite 1900
Atlanta, GA 30339
Fax: (770) 952-3357
Email: garcia.md@mellon.com
 
 

Job Opportunities: Weather Channel & CNN

Received on 2 March 2005

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PART-TIME TAPE LOGGER at The Weather Channel

Assist library staff with basic archival functions; Accurately log descriptions of footage into the Library's database.
Review video assets and log shot descriptions and other relevant information into Library database.
Must have general familiarity with database software and data entry
Able to evaluate the quality of shots and the condition of footage
Ability to write free form text descriptions
Knowledge of video levels and broadcast quality
Strong attention to detail
Must type with minimum speed of 40 wpm
Must understand videotape formats, camera shot terminology, and production
Ability to work with minimum supervision

If interested, send resume to opportunities@weather.com
Please indicate PT Logger in the subject line of email.
 

Want to start a Career with CNN?

Tour Guides Wanted (Atlanta)
CNN, one of the world’s most respected and trusted sources of news and information, is looking to add high-energy, customer driven professionals to its winning team.  If you have a 4-year college degree, are experienced with public speaking or event management, and know what it takes to deliver quality customer service, we are interested in you.
Qualifications: Four year college degree in a related field, such as Business Marketing, Public Relations or Communications. Public speaking and customer service experience is necessary. Experience giving tours (campus, etc.), Marketing and News Production experience a plus.

Duties: Provide an average of five to seven guided tours on a daily basis of CNN to the general public, clients and VIPs. We are the first and sometimes only contact viewers have with CNN, we are ambassadors to the company. Required to learn the CNN Studio Tour scripts and other relevant company facts and information. Greet groups in exhibit area and tear tickets for other guides. Maintain and update script and additional knowledge of all CNN Networks, Sports Teams, and Turner Broadcasting, as needed. Maintain and update working knowledge of computerized tour reservation system (VISTA). Answer calls and make reservations for internal and external guests, clients and groups. Other office duties may include assisting in the marketing efforts, such as direct mail or on-site distribution of brochures and coupons; maintaining script stock in alternative languages; checking tour route periodically for cleanliness and functionality; fulfilling brochure requests; checking tour email and voice mail for reservation requests. These office duties are performed between hours. A uniform consisting of a blazer, shirt and pants is provided that must be kept looking neat and professional at all times. We offer a break room/lounge area with TV sofa and eating area

Please reference this ad in your application.

Starting salary will range $22,000 - $24,000.  Please note all viable candidates will need to pass a background check prior to hire (criminal, credit).
Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers.  Please apply online at www.turnerjobs.com job number 35332BR
 
 
 

International Students: Visit the ESL Study and Tutorial Center

Received on 22 February 2005

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Dear KSU International Student:

The ESL Study & Tutorial Center, located in Library Room 442, offers international students a variety of services, including:
-- tutoring in reading, writing, and Regents' Test preparation
-- general education academic advisement and registration assistance
-- the Conversation Partners Program
-- Michigan Test of English Language Proficiency admissions testing
-- computers & a pleasant study area for student use
-- a small library of reading and writing textbooks

The ESL Study & Tutorial Center is open Monday ~ Thursday  from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Please stop by soon to learn more about this wonderful international student resource.

Thanks,
David Schmidt
ESL Study & Tutorial Center Coordinator
770-423-6377
dschmidt@kennesaw.edu
http://ksuweb.kennesaw.edu/~dschmidt
 
 

Global Internship Program Available through Mellon

Received on 2 February 2005

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Through its Global Internship Program, Mellon provides opportunities for college students to help map career paths by gaining hands-on experience, skills and knowledge. Human Resources' Strategic Workforce Development team has launched Mellon's 2005 Global Internship Program and welcomes your referrals and questions. (Please note that, while Mellon's internship program is global in scope, it does not imply that interns will work in locations other than their home country.)

Strategic Workforce Development is accepting resumes from college students until March 15, 2005, for this year's program. All applicants who submit an application before the deadline will receive acknowledgment letters. However, due to the high volume of applications, only candidates who are selected for interviews will receive follow-up communications regarding their candidacy.

Information about the program, including how to qualify and apply, and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) are available at http://www.mellon.com/careers.  Candidates are encouraged to apply online by clicking on "online resume form" to submit their resumes. The "position applied for" field has been pre-filled with the code GIPIntern. Technical internship candidates should click on the Software Engineering Internship link and submit their resume via the "online resume form" where the position field has been pre-filled with SEDIntern.

Candidates who are unable to apply online may submit their resumes using one of the following methods:

* U.S. mail -- Mellon Client Service Center, Global Internship Program, 500 Ross Street, Room 840, Pittsburgh, PA 15262
* Interoffice mail -- Human Resources Strategic Workforce Development, AIM number 154-0840 (Pittsburgh) or 024-0063 (Boston)
* Fax: Human Resources Strategic Workforce Development, Global Internship Program, (412) 236-6685 (Pittsburgh) or (617) 722-7062 (Boston)

Attention!  Defective Dell Laptop AC Adapters

Received on 14 October 2004

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To all KSU Dell Latitude and Inspiron users,

Dell has recalled 990,000 AC Adapters for Latitude and Inspiron
laptop models purchased from 1998 through 2002 because "they
may overheat and pose fire risk and electrocution hazard."

Dell will replace your AC Adapter if it is identified as being one of those in question.

Please take a moment to go through the following steps:
1)  Look on the bottom of your AC Adapter for any one of the following numbers:
     P/N9364U
     P/N7832D
     P/N4983D

    If you need help locating this number, visit Dell's site for a visual of the AC Adapter
     label: http://www.delladapterprogram.com/multiorder.aspx

2)  If your adapter has one of those numbers, then
     a) immediately discontinue using the AC Adapter (per Dell); and
     b) Send an e-mail to the KSU Service Desk at  service@kennesaw.edu.
         Be sure to specify your laptop's tag# (Silver KSU Property Tag
         and Yellow/Green bar-coded tag) and the AC Adapter problem.
         An ITS Technician will contact you about your ticket and
         will call Dell to get your replacement AC Adapter.
 
NOTE:  Your recalled AC Adapter must be given to the ITS Service
             Tech so they can send it back to Dell to receive your
             replacement.

3)  For additional information, visit www.delladapterprogram.com.  Since the
    release of Dell's recall notification, this site has been deluged with hits
    and may be temporarily down.  If this is the case, please check the link later.

Thank you for your assistance,

The KSU Service Desk
Information Technology Services
770-423-6999
service@kennesaw.edu
http://its.kennesaw.edu
 
 

Help for International Students

Received on 31 August 2004

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KSU's ESL Study and Tutorial Center, located in Library Room 442, offers international students tutoring in reading, writing, test preparation, and study skills. If you have international students in your classroom needing help in any of these areas, please feel free to refer them to the ESL Study Center.
 
Need more information? Please contact me or stop by at your convenience.

Our days & hours are Monday -Thursday from 9-5 and Friday from 9-noon.
 
Regards,

David Schmidt
ESL Study Center Coordinator
Department of University Studies
Kennesaw State University
1000 Chastain Road
Kennesaw, GA 30144-5591
Office: 770/423-6377
 
 

Adult Learner Re-Entry Support

Received on 24 August 2004

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The KSU Math Lab
Library Room 433
(770)423-6044

The KSU Math Lab in the Department of University Studies offers drop-in tutoring sessions to students assisting student with all levels of Mathematics.

Math Lab Hours are:
Monday -Thursday    9:00am - 9:00pm
Fridays                           10:00am - 4:00pm
Saturdays   10:00am - 3:00pm
Sundays    1:00pm - 5:00pm
 

Individual Tutoring Appointments are available through The Student Development Center
 
Lifelong Learning Center Math Tutor :
Joan Lanoie - Math 097, 098, 099, 1101
 
Cultural Awareness Resource Center Tutor:
Carmichael Student Center Room 263
(770) 423-6512
 
Check with the LLC and CARC Fall Semester for Days and  times of individual tutor appointments.

Jaqueline Hand

Visitor Parking Policy

Received on 11 June 2004

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Just a reminder that there is a policy in place for Visitor Parking.  All Visitors should be directed to the Welcome Center which is located on KSU Road at Paulding Avenue.  Reservations should be made at least 48 hours in advance to guarantee availability.  All other areas on campus are designated for faculty, staff or student parking and access is by permit only.  This applies for bus parking as well.  We have had a large increase in buses to campus and we would appreciate your cooperation with advance notice so we may plan accordingly.

The Welcome Center is allocated for short-term visitors.  Long-term visitors are required to purchase a parking permit which can be done at the Universal Card Office, located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center.  If you are unsure what category your visitor falls into, please contact our office at x6506.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation, and as always, we look forward to serving you in all your parking needs.

Maureen Patton
Coordinator / Parking & Security
KSU Public Safety
770-423-6506 (Office)
770-423-6753 (Fax)
 
 
 

Art and Literary Magazine Submissions

Received on 26 January 2004

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To: KSU Faculty
From: SHARE Magazine
RE: Art and Literary Submissions

Faculty:
 
SHARE Magazine is in need of submissions for our upcoming publications.  We are asking for submissions from faculty, students, and alumni.  We would appreciate any submissions, you or your students, would like to share with us.  We are looking for poetry, short stories, and any medium of art to help us compile great magazines for upcoming semesters.

Keep in mind SHARE is a free student publication and that we do not pay for submissions.  We, as a student publication, do not profit in any way from the publication of another’s work.  The university however, profits greatly by showcasing the works of students, faculty, and alumni.

We would like for you to share this information with your classes in the hopes that students will feel free to submit items.  If anyone, including yourself, would like to submit anything or have any questions regarding the magazine please contact us via our website (submissions can be taken online), telephone, or simply drop by our office.  All contact information is provided below.

Thank you for your time,
SHARE Magazine

Website: www.KSUSHARE.com
Telephone: 770-499-3272
Office: Student Center Rm. 281

 
 
 
 

Crime Prevention Tips

Received on 13 August 2003

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GREETINGS TO ALL: FROM THE OFFICE OF PUBLIC SAFETY

Crime Prevention Tips:
Just as a reminder to all, to “think safety” while on   campus for yourself and personal belongings.

· Park in well lit areas.
· Stay alert on campus.
· Carry car keys in your hand when approaching your car.
· Remember to lock dorm rooms, (even when just down the hall).
· Lock auto’s, offices, and class rooms (when not in use).
· Report suspicious persons or criminal activity to KSU Police.
· Don’t walk alone.
· Park in only one parking spot.
· Use caution when exiting your car; be courteous to your neighbor’s auto.
 
P.S. Because we care….  Please don’t Drink and Drive.
Have a Great Year.
 
 
 

Music File Sharing on Campus

Received on 11 July 2003

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Recently there has been an increase in the use of file sharing software on campus.  These are mostly music sharing programs that are Napster successors (Kazaa, Morpheus etc).   When you install these types of programs they frequently install servers resulting in a large use of network bandwidth.  This kind of activity can slow network access for everyone on campus.  Kennesaw State University policy does not allow such "bandwidth hogging".
 
The Digital Millennium Copyright Law makes this type of copying illegal, and the RIAA has recently made examples of several students in the U.S., with very significant fines involved.  External sources scanning for music sharing violations consider universities a prime target.  Since KSU carries contributory liability for individual infringement, and since we have policy preventing the use of file sharing software, we cannot allow this type of computing activity.  Although infringers may have little concern for the large record companies, they can be assured of communications with me.

John L. Isenhour, Ph.D.
Director of Information Technology Services
Kennesaw State University
 

 

Regents' Test Policy Revision

Received on 23 April 2003

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The following paragraph has been approved for addition to the Policy Manual, Section 307, Regents’ Testing Program:

Scores on other standardized tests as specified by the Senior Vice Chancellor for Academics and Fiscal Affairs may be used to fulfill Regents’ Test requirements.  Such scores must be from a national test administration and must indicate a very high probability (at least .95) of passing the Regents’ Test.  Tests used to fulfill the essay requirement must include an externally-graded  writing sample.

The revision will go into effect in summer semester, 2003 for students graduating in summer semester, 2003 or later.

Administrative Procedures
Students with SAT- I Verbal scores of at least 510 or ACT Reading scores of at least 23 will be considered to have fulfilled the reading comprehension requirement of the Regents' Test and do not need to take the reading portion of the Regents’ Test.  Scores must be from a national administration of the SAT or ACT.  (Scores from institutional SAT or residual ACT tests will not be acceptable for this purpose.)  Students must be reported on SIRS (S415B) as having met the Regents' Test reading requirement through scores on the SAT or ACT.

Students with College Board Advanced Placement (AP) English scores of at least 3, International Baccalaureate (IB) higher-level English scores of at least 4, or SAT II English Writing scores of at least 650 will be considered as having fulfilled the essay requirement of the Regents' Test and do not need to take the essay portion of the Regents’ Test.  (There is no implication that such students should be given any course credit or exemption in English.  This remains an institutional matter.)  Students must be reported on SIRS (S415A) as having met the Regents' Test essay requirement through AP, IB, or SAT II scores.

Other tests will be considered as data become available.  Tests to be considered must indicate a very high probability (at least .95) of passing the Regents’ Test and, for the essay portion, must contain a substantial writing component evaluated externally.
 
 
 

Coping in Times of Conflict

Received on 14 April 2003

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We have gathered a collection of Internet resources listed below that may prove helpful in addressing your questions and concerns.

Kids Information on Deployment Stuff (K.I.D.S.): http://deploymentlink.osd.mil/kidslink/grade_select.htm

Army Community and Support Center: http://www.armymwr.com

Army Family Liaison Office (AFLO): http://www.aflo.org/home.asp

LifeLines: http://www.lifelines2000.org/home.htm

Navy Service FamilyLine: http://www.lifelines2000.org/familyline

Marine Corps Community Services: http://www.usmc-mccs.org

National Guard & Reserve Family Readiness Strategic Plan: http://www.defenselink.mil/ra/documents/handbooks/Stratpln.pdf

Army Reserve Family Program: http://www.army.mil/usar/familyprog/familyprog.html

Air Force Reserve Family Readiness: http://www.afrc.af.mil/hq/dp/famred/default.htm

Coast Guard Reserve Member, Family, and Employer Support: http://www.uscg.mil/reserve/Support.htm

Military Family Resource Center: http://mfrc.calib.com

FEMA: http://www.fema.gov/http://www.fema.gov/kids/nse
 
 
--  EAP Consultants, Inc.
 
 
 

Coping with the War

Received on 24 March 2003

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For anyone who may be experiencing heightened anxiety and stress over the war in Iraq, the CAPS Center is an on-campus resource that is available to students, faculty, and staff.  The CAPS Center has licensed mental health professionals that are available to listen and provide coping strategies to manage the difficulties that can arise during these challenging times.  Faculty, as you become aware of any students who show high anxiety related to the war, please remind them that services are available at the CAPS Center for their support.

To schedule an appointment, contact the office at X6600. Thank you.

Rhonda J. Perry, Ph.D., L.Psy
Associate Director of CAPS
Licensed Psychologist
Kennesaw State University
1000 Chastain Road
Kennesaw, Georgia 30144
770-423-6600
 
 
 

KSU Health Center has Moved

Received on 27 January 2003

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WE HAVE MOVED!!

In case you haven't noticed, the KSU Health Center (formerly KSU Health Clinic) has moved from its location in the basement of the Nursing Building to House #52 (box #5200) on Frey Lake Road (across from University Place).

Our new hours will be:

Monday thru Wednesday:  8 am to 6 pm
Thursday:  9 am to 6 pm
Friday:  9 am to 2 pm

Our extension remains 6644.

Watch for more information about our Open House on Wednesday, February 12th.  Light refreshments will be served.
 

Judy Perkins
 

 

Changes to the International Regents Reading Test

Received on 14 January 2003

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To All Concerned:

Please inform international students in your classes that there has been an important change in the International Regents' Reading Test.

Students taking this test will no longer have a choice between the multiple-choice version and the short-answer version. Beginning this semester, this test will be short-answer only.

If students have questions about the short-answer version, please have them contact me as soon as possible.

Regards,

David Schmidt
ESL Study Center Coordinator
Department of University Studies
Kennesaw State University
1000 Chastain Road
Kennesaw, GA 30144-5591
Office: 770/423-6377
 
 
 

KSU Catholic Center is Open

Received on 20 November 2002

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Hello KSU Community,

I wanted to send a brief update regarding activities available at the Kennesaw State University Catholic Center which is located at 3487 Frey Lake Road, near University Place and next to the Lutheran Church.

The Catholic Center is open Monday through Thursday 10:00-4:00.

Mass is celebrated Monday through Thursday at 12:30; lunch usually follows.

Confessions are available by appointment, and there is a small adoration chapel for those who wish to have private prayer or meditation in the presence of the Sacrament.  The center also has a small Catholic library.

I hope this information is particularly helpful to Catholic faculty and staff, but I also want to stress that members of all faiths are welcome at the Catholic Center, which strives to be ecumenical and inclusive in its programming.

Dr. David King
Faculty Advisor to the Catholic Student Union
 
 
 

NEW B.S. IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE:
KSU is dedicated to serving as a resource for the educational, economic, and social advancement of its community. It aims to assist the citizens and the public and private institutions of northwest Georgia and the greater metropolitan Atlanta area to continue their progress as part of the South's premier social and commercial region.  One of the major aims of KSU is to prepare its students to be part of a dynamic workforce.   The new major in Criminal Justice focuses on the rapidly changing needs of a population entering a new century.

The Criminal Justice system is an institution that is at the crux of societal concern.  When individuals are asked to define major social problems, the fear of and response to crime are found at the top of the list.  People not only want to have a better understanding of these problems; many also want to become a part of the solution.  It is these individuals who will be the primary beneficiaries of a Criminal Justice major at KSU.  The secondary beneficiaries are members of the community; university educated criminal justice personnel make better criminal justice practitioners.  This program of study is timely and relevant.  It infuses knowledge about interpersonal communication skills, multicultural issues, leadership and management concerns, moral and ethical considerations, and technological applications into the coursework.

The program is appropriate for pre-service as well as in-service students.  Following a core of required courses. The student selects one of three major concentrations:
· Criminal Justice Administration
· Forensic Behavioral Sciences
· Technology and Crime

Questions regarding the program should be directed to Dr. Lana Wachniak, Chair, Department of Sociology, Geography, & Anthropology (lwachnia@kennesaw.edu)
 
 

Resources for Parents at KSU

Received on 14 January 2002

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KSU offers resources to students, faculty and staff to support their role as parents.
 
Through the office of Adult Learner Programs and the Lifelong Learning Center, there is an abundance of programs and services to help the juggling roles of student, worker and parent.
 
The following will give you an overview of programs and services offered here at KSU!
 
Childcare Subsidy Program - Student parents can apply to be placed in a drawing for a check to subsidize childcare costs.
 
Childcare Directory - The childcare directory includes licensed childcare providers within the six surrounding counties to KSU. Over half of the centers listed offer KSU students, faculty and staff discounts.
 
Positive Parenting Luncheons - Monthly informal gatherings are offered to student, faculty and staff parents to support each other in relation to parenting issues and balancing their many roles on and off campus. *Box lunches are provided to those that make reservations in advance in the Lifelong Learning Center.
 
Kids Stuff at KSU Calendar - A campus-wide calendar highlighting all events at KSU that is "children-friendly."
 
Disney Days - In cooperation with the Kampus Activities Board, "Disney Days" movies are offered on several Saturdays of each semester. These are free to KSU students, faculty and staff families and include a light lunch, storytelling and a current Disney movie. Reservations are required in advance through the Lifelong Learning Center.
 
Adult Learner Resource Library - Books, magazines, pamphlets, audio and videotapes featuring issues relevant to parenting are available for checkout for student parents. The Resource Library is located in the Lifelong Learning Center.
 
The KSU Kids Project - A day-long service project for KSU children held during a Cobb County Teacher Work Day to introduce children to the concepts of giving, character development, and community service. This event is a campus-wide collaboration and is held Spring semester. Applications are required and can be picked up in the Lifelong Learning Center. Space is limited.
 
Adult Learner Peer Mentor - Seasoned students are matched with new adult learners to help with acclimation to KSU. Parents can be matched with parents to further support the juggling of roles.
 
Jacqueline Kenon
Senior Secretary
Kennesaw State University
Lifelong Learning Center
1000 Chastain Road
Kennesaw, Georgia 30144
(770) 423-6701
 

Official KSU Lost and Found

Received on 24 October 2001

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Please be advised that the only "official" location for lost and found items on campus is the Student Life Center.  If anyone finds an item, he or she may turn it in to the Student Life Center, room 274 of the Student Center.  If anyone has lost an item and would like to see if it has been turned in, he or she may contact the Student Life Center, either by coming to the office or calling x6280.  In addition, the Sentinel posts free lost and found advertising in each issue.

Please feel free to contact us at 6280 for more information.

Katherine E. Alday
Director of the Student Life Center
Kennesaw State University
1000 Chastain Road
Kennesaw, GA  30144-5591
770/423-6290 (phone)
770/423-6703 (fax)
 

Worried About Security on the KSU Campus?  Check Out These Links

Received on 15 October 2001

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In light of the recent terrorist attacks and the threat of more to come, the KSU Department of Public Safety felt that it was necessary to inform the campus community about our emergency preparedness and provide tips on mail security.

There are two new links on the Public Safety website that will answer questions you may have.  Point your browser to http://www.kennesaw.edu/police, then click on the police patch at the bottom of the page.  This will take you to our main web pages.  Under the table of contents on the left side, you will see a link entitled "Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Regarding Emergency Planning/Preparedness at KSU" and another entitled "Security of the Mail."

You can also reach these pages directly by pointing your browser to:

http://www.kennesaw.edu/police/faq.html
or
http://www.kennesaw.edu/police/securityofthemail.html
 
 

Procedures for Students Who Are Called to Active Military Duty

Received on 3 October 2001

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If you are a student who has been called to active military duty, please do the following to collect a reimbursement of your tuition:

1. Visit the Registrar and fill out an official Withdrawl Form at the Registrar's Office.  Bring a copy of your Official Military Call-Up Orders.

OR

2.  Write a letter to the Registrar requesting withdrawl from your classes.  Your letter must include the following information:

            a)  your name
            b)  your Social Security number
            c)  the date
            d)  all of your course names and numbers
            e)  a copy of your official military call-up orders

When you have these in order, please fax this paperwork to Suzanne Smith in the Registrar's Office (fax: 770-423-6541).
 
   

Counseling Available

Received on 12 September 2001

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Dear Campus Community:
 
I am sure that most people are in shock and disbelief over the events that have occurred yesterday [September 11, 2001], and are in fear over what might happen next.  This situation is something that many of us have never faced before, and it is expected that many will feel angry and experience increased anxiety.

If any of you are feeling unable to cope, there are several steps you can take.  In the CAPS Center there are licensed mental health professionals available to assist.  There are also low cost community resources such as Families First (404-853-2800) and Cobb County Mental Health (770) 422-0202.

For more information, contact Dr. Rhonda Perry in the CAPS Center at X6600.
 
We all need to pull together during this challenging time.  The CAPS Center is here to help.

http://www.kennesaw.edu/caps

Sincerely, Rhonda Perry
 
Rhonda J. Perry, Ph.D., L.Psy
Assistant Director of CAPS
Licensed Psychologist
Kennesaw State University
1000 Chastain Road
Kennesaw, Georgia 30144
770-423-6600
 
   

KSU Smoking Policy

Received on 20 August 2001

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FROM: Gerald C. Donaldson, Director of EHS

The no-smoking policy, which went into effect on August 18, 2001, prohibits smoking in all university buildings. The only exceptions to this are the areas located by the Student Center with the designated smoking signage. The aim is to create and maintain an environment that sustains and enhances the general health of the faculty, staff, students and visitors.

Implementation

· Appropriate signs are posted at all entrances throughout the campus and the KSU Center.  No smoking is allowed beyond those points.

· A copy of the policy is available to all faculty, staff and students (http://WWW.Kennesaw.EDU/ehs/smoke.htm).

· Positive assistance is available through the KSU Wellness Center for faculty, staff and students who wish to stop smoking.

Periodic reviews of the smoking policy will continue and revisions to this policy may be necessary. For information or clarification regarding this policy please contact Gerald Donaldson, Director of EHS at 3321 or e-mail: gdonalds@kennesaw.edu. Thanks...