My Allegheny

Groups on Campus This Week

kroos — Sun, 19 May 2013 22:53:13 +0000

Please join Conference and Event Services in welcoming Allegro Dance Studio, the Chamber of Commerce, NCAC, and Seton Catholic School to campus this week.

Level 2 of Gator Safe Zone: 5/28

kroos — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:45:54 +0000

Sign up for Level 2 of Gator Safe Zone on Tuesday, May 28, 12:15 to 4:45 p.m., with lunch. This session is open to everyone who has completed Level 1 during the 2012-2013 academic year. Register here. Track 2 — a four-hour session with a 15-minute break — includes an accompanying resource guide to reference discussions from the session, provide suggestions for continued learning, and offer potential resources for one’s role as an ally. During the session, participants will review history related to LGBTQ communities and movements, explore theoretical models of LGBQ identity development as well as the development of allies and hear the perspectives of allies and members of the Allegheny LGBQ community via a guest panel. Participants have the opportunity to practice and explore their own skills as an ally to LGBTQ communities. At the end of this session, participants may select to become Safe Zone members and receive a Gator Safe Zone card posted with the date of the member’s completion of Track 2.

Webinar on “Genderqueer and Non-Binary Students: Research and Practice”: 5/20 (RSVP by 5/19)

kroos — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:43:57 +0000

A webinar is open to all who RSVP on “Genderqueer and Non-Binary Students: Research and Practice,” on Monday, May 20, from 10:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Campus Center 302. This one-hour webinar is sponsored by the ACPA Standing Committee for LGBT Awareness. This session is open to all individuals who have completed Level 1 and Level 2 of Gator Safe Zone as well as all others who are interested. RSVP to vguerrero@allegheny.edu before May 19. The webinar is from 11 a.m. to noon, brunch will be available at 10:45 a.m., and the session will close with a 30-minute to 1-hour discussion. The webinar is presented by Symone Simmons, Kara Devaney, and T.J. Jourian of Loyola University Chicago. Description: When seeking to serve transgender students, practitioners and researchers often reconstruct the gender binary of men/women. Students who identify as genderqueer and/or non-binary often still feel left out as programs and services are implemented to better accommodate transgender students. This session will present current research in higher education on genderqueer students, examples of good practice on various campuses, and provide opportunity for practitioners and researchers to identify next steps for work with genderqueer students. This program session challenges participants to think, research, and practice beyond the confines and boundaries of the gender binary system that we live and operate within in our various roles on campus. Our students possess many identities on campus and our profession must be equipped with the knowledge and information needed to serve such a large diversity of students. This session will challenge participants to expand their lenses and learning around gender, and explore the possibilities of gender without boundaries.

Meadville Children’s Center Has Openings for School-Age Children

kroos — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:42:28 +0000

In need of summer programming or after-school care for your child? MCC offers year-round care for school-age children and provides transportation to MCC from Meadville City Schools. MCC is open on no-school days and provides a safe place for your children to be while you are at work. Please visit www.meadvillechildrenscenter.org or call 814-337-3355 for tuition rates and more information.

Level 1 of Gator Safe Zone: 5/21 (Register Before 5/20)

kroos — Wed, 15 May 2013 01:40:37 +0000

Level 1 of Gator Safe Zone will be offered on Tuesday, May 21 from 10:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., with brunch. If you have not yet had the opportunity to attend Level 1 of Safe Zone this past year, register here before Monday, May 20 for one of two sessions that will be offered this summer. Please arrive between 10:30 and 11 a.m. for brunch: the session will begin promptly at 11 a.m. Location will be sent via your registration confirmation. Session summary: Track 1 – Developing a Common Understanding. This two-hour session focuses on understanding key terms and the impact of language as they relate to gender, sexuality, and individual identities. This first track helps participants clarify their own attitudes and beliefs about homophobia and transphobia while also identifying examples of heterosexism and privilege. This track aims to assist participants in understanding how the stated objectives relate to their own role on campus. Individuals who participate in Track One have the option to continue to Track Two and are provided with an introduction guide for ongoing reference and to continue building their knowledge.

Creek Connections May Newsletter

kroos — Wed, 15 May 2013 01:37:50 +0000

The Creek Connections May Newsletter has arrived. Read about our successful student research symposia, area tree planting projects, and other great projects our schools are involved with.

TIAA-CREF on Campus for One-on-One Counseling: 5/22 & 5/23

kroos — Sun, 12 May 2013 23:03:49 +0000

Employees can schedule an appointment with TIAA-CREF consultant Carol Balkey, who will be available to them to answer questions about their financial matters on Wednesday, May 22 (9:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.) and Thursday, May 23 (8:30 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.) in Campus Center 318. Appointments can be scheduled online or by calling (800) 732-8353 or (877) 209-3136

3rd Annual Employee Walk-a-Thon: 5/20

kroos — Sun, 12 May 2013 23:02:42 +0000

The 3rd Annual Employee Walk-a-Thon will be held on Monday, May 20. Walk to honor members of the Allegheny community who have lost their lives to cancer or to celebrate those who are survivors. For every dollar donated you will receive a chance to win great giveaways and gift certificates; 100% of the money will go to the American Cancer Society. Please email bmetheny@allegheny.edu with your preferred time to walk (at least a 1/2 hour) between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The starting point for the walk is Brooks Circle.

Girls’ Basketball Day Camp for Ages 8-14: 7/15 – 7/18

kroos — Sun, 12 May 2013 23:01:50 +0000

Girls’ Basketball Day Camp for ages 8-14 begins on Monday, July 15 and runs until Thursday, July 18. Camp is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. For more information, please contact Kate Costanzo at kate.costanzo@allegheny.edu.

Summer Hours for the Campus Center

kroos — Sun, 12 May 2013 23:01:11 +0000

Campus Center summer hours have begun: May 12 through June 3, 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; June 4 through August 17, 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Campus Center will be closed on May 27 (Memorial Day) and July 4 (Independence Day).

Safer Mobile Habits

kroos — Wed, 08 May 2013 00:59:49 +0000

More and more of us are reading, working, and playing on mobile devices. While Computing Services will continue doing what we can to help you keep information safe, you are the person most responsible for protecting your identity and the data entrusted to you. With this in mind, we share three suggestions to help you be safer when using a smartphone or mobile device. 1) Enable the “passcode” or “screenlock” option on your phone or tablet to limit others’ access to personal information and data available on the device. 2) Register with a Find/Wipe Service like Find My iPhone/iPad or something comparable for Android to help locate and remove sensitive data from a lost device. 3) Use your mobile data plan (3G/4G) instead of public WiFi when connecting outside of your home or college networks. Your mobile data plan is generally more secure than a public WiFi network. A longer list of safer mobile habits is available on the Computing Services web site. Want to discuss your computing habits and look for ways to more safely and efficiently use resources necessary for your work? Contact Computing Services at 332-2755 or create a Web Help Desk ticket to begin that conversation.

May 7th Deadline Waived for Submitting Senior Projects to DSpace

kroos — Tue, 07 May 2013 01:39:43 +0000

Due to technical issues that graduating seniors experienced in submitting their Senior Projects to DSpace, the library’s May 7th deadline for submitting all projects has been waived. Please submit your projects through DSpace (https:dspace.allegheny.edu/submissions) or the manual submission form (http://library.allegheny.edu/manualsubmission) as soon as possible. DSpace is up and running at full capacity. If you have any questions, please contact Brian Kern at bkern@allegheny.edu or ext. 3792.

Thank You for Your Home Page Feedback (From Web Communications & Admissions)

kroos — Tue, 07 May 2013 01:36:52 +0000

Last month, we asked for feedback on the new design of allegheny.edu. The response was better than we could have hoped for, with some really great comments, constructive criticism, and ideas. (We’ve put together a page answering some of the common questions we received here.) We can’t thank you enough for contributing your thoughts to this project. The launch of the new home page was an unqualified success due to the participation and support of numerous offices and individuals across campus. Thank you!

New Employees

kroos — Mon, 06 May 2013 00:25:18 +0000

Two new employees have joined the college community: James Berger, director of athletic communications, and John Dennis, police officer.

Jamaica Service Trip

kroos — Fri, 03 May 2013 00:26:11 +0000

Consider going on the Jamaica Service Trip led by Shelby Overman and Marcus Webster next winter break. For more information email overmans@allegheny.edu.

Summer Hours for the Wise Center

kroos — Fri, 03 May 2013 00:23:18 +0000

Wise Center summer hours have begun and will continue to August 27: Monday/Wednesday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Tuesday/Thursday/Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday/Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Wise Center will be closed on the following dates: May 10 – 12 (Commencement), May 27 (Memorial Day), and July 4 (Independence Day).

Grills and Propane, Gas and Gas Cans, Not Available from Physical Plant

kroos — Fri, 03 May 2013 00:20:47 +0000

Physical Plant has recently received many requests for grills and propane. For many reasons, we no longer provide either of these to students, but you may rent a charcoal grill from Lloyd’s Rentals (336-2336, 1355 South Main Street, Meadville). If you are going to use the grill on college property, however, you must first check with the Office of Safety and Security (332-3357) and have it approved prior to use. In recent weeks Physical Plant has also received numerous requests for gas and gas cans. Although Physical Plant is more than happy to assist students and staff whenever possible, we do not provide gas or gas cans. Questions can be directed to Physical Plant at 332-5378.

Seniors and First-year Students: It’s Not Too Late To Complete This Year’s Student Survey

kroos — Wed, 01 May 2013 00:44:48 +0000

Please check your email for an invitation from President Mullen, Provost DeMeritt, Dean DiChristina, or Professor Murphree. If you have not yet completed the YFCY (first-year students) or the CSS (seniors), you should have received an e-mail from each of these individuals asking you to participate in an important study. Those e-mails contained a link to the on-line questionnaire, which should take about 20 minutes to complete. The YFCY for first-year students and the CSS for graduating seniors help colleges understand their students’ experiences; they ask the questions that matter. These two surveys are administered nationally to thousands of college students every spring. They are follow-up instruments to the Freshman Survey, administered the summer before you came to Allegheny. As a token of appreciation for the time involved, students who complete the on-line questionnaire will be sent a gift certificate good for a $2 purchase at the Wrecking Ball Café. For more information about these studies or questions about them, please contact Director of Institutional Research Marian Sherwood at marian.sherwood@allegheny.edu or 814-332-2983, or Dr. Richard Bowden, chair of Allegheny’s Institutional Review Board, at rbowden@allegheny.edu or 814-332-2869.

Allegheny College Basketball Camp: 6/17 – 6/21

kroos — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:33:51 +0000

Boys Basketball Camp for grades 3-8 will be held June 17-21. Please contact Jim Driggs for more information at jdriggs@allegheny.edu or 332-2819.

Deadlines for My Allegheny

kroos — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 12:32:09 +0000

Items submitted to My Allegheny must be submitted by 5 p.m. in order to be posted to My Allegheny the following day. (Items are not posted on Saturday or Sunday. Items to be posted on Monday must be received by 5 p.m. the previous Friday.) Submissions are automatically removed after an event has passed. Please note that due to the volume of postings we receive we cannot re-post items. Questions about My Allegheny? Contact Kathy Roos at x5950 or kathy.roos@allegheny.edu.