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Contributed on behalf of Gerald Hector, Vice President for Finance and Administration.

Now that the start of the academic year is upon us, I wanted to take this opportunity to update the campus community on the progress of the Strategic Sourcing initiative.

As a quick reminder, the goals of this initiative are to streamline the purchasing process, to be more responsive to the procurement-related services and support required by the campus community and to fully leverage the value and benefits of our annual purchasing volume.

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The School of Humanities and Sciences and the Department of Writing are pleased to present award-winning poet Kevin Young as part of this semester’s Distinguished Visiting Writers Series. He will read from his work at 7:30pm on Wednesday, September 17 in Clark Lounge in Campus Center.

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John W. Rawlins III, Assistant Director for Multicultural Affairs in the Office of Student Engagement and Multicultural Affairs (OSEMA) has accepted a position as Special Assistant to the Associate Vice Provost at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD.  His last day at the College will be Friday, September 19.

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 TAGLIT-BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL, REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW!

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Our plane is scheduled to leave from JFK on January 4, 2015. The trip is 10 days, which leaves you time to extend and stay in Israel or Europe while you are already there, and come back in time for the Spring Semester!

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Join Jewish community in celebration of the start of the New 5775 Year!

Wednesday, September 24th, at 7:00pm, Emerson Suites. Cost $10. Formal Attire

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Choosing a major can be a bit intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Apply for the Fall 2014 Exploratory Career Coaching Group to get resources and support to assist you through this process. The group will be made up of 5 to 8 students who meet weekly to discuss their experiences and reflections, and receive guidance on self-exploration and career planning. So you get help with figuring out what you want to do with your life (for free), get to meet other people who are 'in the same boat' as you, and we have fun!

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 Are you looking for something exciting and meaningful to do over fall break?

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All applications for Kaplan Scholarships are due no later than 5:00 p.m. Today, September 15th!

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Want to represent the student body? Have a desire for creating change on campus? Looking to join a student organization that both strengthens ties with your fellow classmates while strengthening your resume? Well look no further, as SGA is having elections for new senators and there are positions available that ANYONE can run for!

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How to transition into a victorious school year...

  • Meet someone new
  • Take breaks
  • Reach out
  • Rule the year

Get more transition tips for the school year from a student and a counselor in the article, "Smart Start"!

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How do various faiths address the issue of poverty?

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 LESS THAN ONE WEEK until IC After Dark presents URBAN COWBOY! Show off your rodeo skills and ride the mechanical bull... you'll impress all the cowboys and cowgirls. And the cows! 

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The Ithaca College Gerontology Institute is offering the following workshops this fall. For more information and to register, visit www.ithaca.edu/agingworkshops or contact Teri Reinemann at treinemann@ithaca.edu or 274-1607. All workshops are held at the Country Inn and Suites, 1100 Danby Road (Route 96B) and are scheduled from 2:00-4:30. Admission to the workshops is free for IC faculty, students and staff. CEUs are available for some workshops at a cost of $20 per workshop.

 

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Students from the School of Health Sciences and Human Performance will have the chance learn more about the ICNYC program this week. 

Associate Dean Margaret Arnold will host an ICNYC informational session Thursday, September 18 at 12:10 p.m. in Hill Center G-75. During the meeting, Arnold will give an overview of the program, discuss opportunities for students in different programs, and answer questions about enrollment for the upcoming semester.

For more information or to apply to study in New York City, visit the ICNYC website or contact Margaret Arnold.

Have you ever had a question about race but were unsure about how to ask? How is racism recognized? How do you experience racism? How do you think racism has affected your life and the lives of others? How do you cope with the effects? Who do you believe needs to assume responsibility for eliminating racism?

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Please join the A.G.E.S. and the Gerontology Institute Team for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on September 28, 2014 at Cass Park here in Ithaca, NY.

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Sound Wealth Financial Group is seeking applicants for a Financial Representative position. They are a general agency of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, which is one of the largest mutual life insurance companies in the U.S. To learn more, attend the Sound Wealth Financial Group Information Session on Monday, Sept. 15 at 1:00pm in Career Services.

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Learn more about City Year, a nonprofit that has hired 10-15 IC seniors each of the last several years, during their information sessions. Join us on Monday, Sept. 15 at 3:30 or 4:00pm in Career Services.

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Peace Action New York State uses lobbying and direct political action to promote the non-violent resolution of conflict, the abolition of nuclear weapons, halting the global spread of conventional arms, building a human rights culture and supporting human needs instead of militarism.  Learn more about this organization and its Student Organizer Internships during their info session.

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Ithaca College Gerontology Institute with the Finger Lakes Geriatric Education Center presents Tai Chi: An Evidence-Based Program for Falls Prevention on Wednesday, October 8, 2:00-4:30 p.m. at the Country Inn and Suites, 1100 Danby Road. This workshop is free for IC students, faculty, and staff, but registration is required. CEUs available (cost $20). Visit ithaca.edu/agingworkshops to register and for more information.

 

 

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