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Want an adorable mini cactus to put in your room!? Or your own decorative bandana or feather headband? Come make one with us on Sept 20th at IC After Dark's Urban Cowboy!

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The 13th annual Cross Cultural Leadership Retreat (CCLR) for Ithaca College students will be held on October 31 to November 2, 2014. This two and a half day retreat presents the opportunity to explore various aspects of diversity and their relationship to leadership. During the retreat, the entire group will participate in a series of educational sessions and discuss issues as a large group. There will also be an opportunity to connect in smaller, informal groups.

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David G. Mets, UCSF

Genetic analysis of plumage, singing,
and learning in finches

September 18
4:00 p.m. CNS 112

Meet for beverages & goodies at 3:45
CNS 1st floor lobby.
All are cordially invited to attend.

Please bring your own reusable mug.

View other IC Events here.

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The Wild Rockies Field Institute (WRFI) offers extraordinary experiences for students wanting an educational adventure. WRFI courses, which can be taken for college credit through the University of Montana, explore the cultural, political and natural histories of some of North America’s most interesting and beautiful landscapes. WRFI courses integrate traditional academics with field studies, service projects, and meetings with government officials and community members to encourage creative and critical thinking, thoughtful dialog, and exploration of diverse perspectives. The courses help students develop a personal land ethic and a powerful sense of place, as well.

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When Google Glass was announced in spring 2013, the response from consumers to the quirky yet futuristic looking eyewear was almost universal.

“Looks cool, but what does it do?”

Well, Ithaca College clinical associate professor Mike Buck is one of many leaders in the field of physical therapy answering that question. In a recent article by Today in PT, Buck discusses how Google Glass can improve physical therapy sessions by allowing students to see themselves through the eyes of a patient.

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IABC is a group of business communicators dedicated to helping you achieve your career goals. We will help you with all of your professional documents (resumé, LinkedIn, e-portfolio, business cards etc.) and enhance your networking opportunities by sending you to conferences, networking nights and by holding Skype interviews with other business professionals in your desired career field. 

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Faculty Council is seeking nominees willing to serve on the Institutional Effectiveness and Budget Committee( IEBC)  for a three year beginning this semester. One candidate will be selected. Given the current economic climate, it is crucial that faculty have input into the upcoming budgetary considerations. We are especially interested in candidates with financial and/or economic expertise. This is one of those opportunities. Meetings are on Tuesday afternoons. Self-nominations will be accepted until Friday, September 12 at 5 PM. Please send your nomination and a brief description of interest or qualifications to Peter Rothbart, rothbart@ithaca.edu.

For further information, go to https://www.ithaca.edu/policies/vol1/volume_1-10601/volume_1_10602/#1060217 and scroll down a bit.

In an effort to partner with the campus community we so proudly serve, we want to take a moment to provide faculty and staff with information regarding planned fire and evacuation drills.

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Please join us for a Woman to Woman retirement planning event scheduled for September 23, 2014, from Noon – 2 pm in Emerson Suite B.

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Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations or with special dietary needs should contact Deb Merriman at dmerriman@ithaca.edu or 607-274-3851. We ask that requests for accommodations be made as soon as possible.

 “Living on Your Own Together: Cheaper, Greener and More Fun” is the first in a series of workshops that will give you insider information on making smart choices when it comes to apartment living, on-campus or off-campus. Wednesday, September 17 4:30-5:30 in Textor 101.

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Students from all majors and class years should attend Monday's Job & Internship Fair to meet recruiters from companies, nonprofit organizations and government agencies. You can explore careers options while finding full-time and summer jobs as well as internships. Check out our video featuring two of our PCAs, Heather Crespin & Amanda Lee, who share their perspectives on why you should attend.

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 If so, consider joining the Finger Lakes Pipes and Drums.

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"Targeted Killings, the Constitution, and You: U.S. Drone Policy and Citizens’ Rights” will be a conversation held in honor of Constitution Day on Wednesday, September 17, 2014, 7:30–9:30 pm, in Emerson Suite B, Campus Center.

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Registration is open for Family Weekend, October 24-26, 2014.  Register here.

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At Ithaca College, student employees are an essential part of our workforce. Your role as a supervisor is central to helping student employees develop positive work habits that they will use at Ithaca College and in their future professions. The Office of Human Resources is holding an all-day program for supervisors of student employees on October 22, 2014.  This program will help you as a supervisor to maximize the contributions of your student employees.

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Are you interested in singing or musical theater? The first-year Cabaret is a fully-staged musical parody starring first-year students.  Actors, singers, writers, directors, accompanists needed!

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"Meeting someone at college who doesn't own a smartphone is rare." 

• How do you know if your smartphone is getting in the way? 
• Who's most at risk?
• Too anxious too switch it off?
• What is the phone stacking game?

You can find answers to these questions in October's Issue of Student Health 101 by clicking the link below:

http://readsh101.com/ithaca.html

Enjoy!

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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.

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City Year is an education-focused nonprofit organization that unites young people of all backgrounds for a year of full-time service to keep students in school and on track to graduation. At City Year's 25 urban locations across the United States and two international affiliates, teams of trained young people called corps members serve full-time in schools for the academic year as tutors, mentors and role models. By focusing on attendance, behavior and course performance, which identify students who are at risk of dropping out, corps members are uniquely able to help students and schools succeed.

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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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