From: SAIL Office (sail@providence.edu)
Date: Sun Oct 05 2008 - 15:42:00 EDT
THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE .... (Scroll down for event descriptions, upcoming events, and general announcements.)
Interested in serving the community? Scroll down to find a section filled with information about local community service opportunities!
NEIGHBORHOOD SHUTTLE SERVICE
PC's Neighborhood Shuttle provides FREE transportation to PC students from 6pm to 1am, Sunday-Thursday. On Friday and Saturday nights, the shuttle runs from 6pm to 2:30am. From 6-7pm the shuttle travels to Shaws (Sunday-Thursday) and Wal-Mart (Friday-Saturday). It then spends the rest of the evening looping through campus and off-campus housing areas. The shuttle departs from the rear of Raymond Hall at the top of the hour and on the half hour. It completes the route approximately every 20 minutes. Please don't walk unaccompanied at night, ride the shuttle! Please note: We request that students pick up the shuttle along its route. For more info, call x2940.
THE EAST SIDE SHUTTLE
Looking to get off campus and explore the great city you live in?? Ever wonder what else there is to do downtown?? Hop on the East Side Shuttle and discover Providence this weekend! The Shuttle will make stops on Thayer St., Wickenden St., North and South Main St., and Federal Hill. Enjoy the many shops, restaurants and attractions Providence has to offer! The Shuttle will run on Friday and Saturday Nights. It will depart from the rear of Raymond Hall at the top of each hour between 6:00 and 11:00pm. Making it back to campus on the shuttle is the student's responsibility - please make plans accordingly.
MONDAY 10/6
Weekend Programming Meeting, 4pm, Slavin G01
Resume Workshop, 3:30pm, Slavin 112
Monday Night Football, 8:30pm, McPhail's
TUESDAY 10/7
OAS Writing Center Workshop: The Cure for Writer's Block, 3pm, Library 104
Liberal Arts Panel, 5:30-6:30pm, Slavin G01
BOP Coffeehouse: The Bit Players, 7-9pm, McPhail's
Wellness Connections: "Prevention is Better Than a Cure", 7:30pm, Slavin G01
October Marian Devotions, 8pm, St. Dominic's Chapel
WEDNESDAY 10/8
PC Men's Soccer vs. Connecticut, 3pm, Glay Field
PC Women's Tennis vs. Holy Cross, 3:30 pm, Tennis Courts
Alcohol Awareness Week: Speaker Jackie Sabarito, 6-9pm, '64 Hall
Caffeinated Catholicism: The Seven Sorrows of Mary, 7pm, Chapel Basement
Jesuit Volunteer Corps Info Session, 8pm, Chapel Basement
THURSDAY 10/9
Things for Thursday: Chocolate Dipping, 11:30am-2:30pm, Lower Slavin
Speaker: Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, 3pm, Location TBA
Career Fair Prep: Making the Most Out of a Career Fair, 5:30-6:30pm, Slavin 117
Outdoor Adventure Club General Meeting, 7pm, Slavin 112
International Cafe and Open Mic Night, 7:30pm, Chapel Basement
Soul Explosion LIVE, 9pm, McPhail's
SATURDAY 10/11
PC Men's Soccer vs. West Virginia, 1pm, Glay Field
PC Field Hockey vs. Rutgers, 1pm, Turf Field
Saturday Shopping Shuttle to the Lincoln Mall, 2pm, 3pm, & 4pm, rear of Raymond Hall
SUNDAY 10/12
PC Field Hockey vs. Boston University, 3pm, Turf Field
EVENT DESCRIPTIONS:
MONDAY 10/6
Weekend Programming Meeting, 4pm, Slavin G01
Interested in helping to plan weekend events? Have ideas for some great events you and your friends would like to attend? If so, please come to an event planning meeting in Slavin G01. This is a great way to get involved and to help plan quality events for the entire campus. For more information, please contact the SAIL Office at ext. 2211.
Resume Workshop, 3:30pm, Slavin 112
Learn tips for writing a great resume. Sponsored by the Office of Career Services.
Monday Night Football, 8:30pm, McPhail's
Are you ready for some football?! Come down to McPhail's to watch the game! Come see the Minnesota Vikings take on the New Orleans Saints! Game time is 8:30pm. Sponsored by McPhail's.
TUESDAY 10/7
OAS Writing Center Workshop: The Cure for Writer's Block, 3pm, Library 104
This session offers practical strategies to help students get their papers off the ground and keep them "flying." Sponsored by the Office of Academic Services.
Liberal Arts Panel, 5:30-6:30pm, Slavin G01
A panel of alumni will discuss their career decision-making process, their career path and offer tips on the job search process. Sponsored by the Office of Career Services.
BOP Coffeehouse: The Bit Players, 7-9pm, McPhail's
Having a hard time not catching a cold as the temperature drops? They say laughter is the best medicine, so come laugh your head off with Newport's very own improv group, The Bit Players, and stay healthy! Top it off with Antonio's pizza, soda, and most importantly, coffee! 7-9pm, McPhail's. Sponsored by BOP.
Wellness Connections: "Prevention is Better Than a Cure", 7:30pm, Slavin G01
Wellness Connections are FREE short clinics on health topics that affect students most. It's not too late to protect yourself from the flu and colds. Flu season can begin as early as October and last as late as May. The single best way to protect against the flu is to get vaccinated. There will be a discussion, as well as a question and answer portion on who needs to be vaccinated and how to protect yourself from colds. Flu shot opportunities will also be announced. Sponsored by Student Health Education and Wellness.
October Marian Devotions, 8pm, St. Dominic's Chapel
Celebrate the memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary with a special rosary with student reflections and talk from Fr. Dominic Legge! Questions? Email Lia Santilli at esantill@providence.edu. Sponsored by Campus Ministry.
WEDNESDAY 10/8
PC Men's Soccer vs. Connecticut, 3pm, Glay Field
Come watch PC face off against Connecticut!
PC Women's Tennis vs. Holy Cross, 3:30 pm, Tennis Courts
Come watch a great match between PC and Holy Cross!
Alcohol Awareness Week: Speaker Jackie Sabarito, 6-9pm, '64 Hall
Jackie Sabarito is a survivor of a tragic drunk-driving accident. She will speak about how her life was irrecoverably changed due to drinking and driving. Students will understand a very visual and disturbing account of the effects of drinking and driving and have the opportunity to engage the speaker. A candlelight vigil will allow students to solemnly recognize the painful, life-altering effects of alcohol abuse. More importantly, students will have the opportunity to share their personal experiences with alcohol during an open-mic finale. Sponsored by Residence Life.
Caffeinated Catholicism: The Seven Sorrows of Mary, 7pm, Chapel Basement
Celebrate Mary's month (October) with Fr. Allen Moran, O.P., discussing the Seven Sorrows of Mary! Coffee, cookies, and more! Questions? Email Michaela McDonald at mmcdon16@providence.edu. Sponsored by Campus Ministry.
Jesuit Volunteer Corps Info Session, 8pm, Chapel Basement
Thinking about a year of service after graduation? Four PC grads are currently serving with JVC: Erica Carroll ('08), Pat Cassidy ('08), Rebecca Guhin ('08), and Dan Robb ('06). Learn more about the program from JVC recruiter, Marcos Gonzales. Marcos will also be on campus on Thursday and available for appointments. Questions? Email Meg Griffiths at mgriff11@providence.edu. Sponsored by the Chaplain's Office.
THURSDAY 10/9
Things for Thursday: Chocolate Dipping, 11:30am-2:30pm, Lower Slavin
Come enjoy a delicious snack with your friends! Stop by Things for Thursday for a fun treat! Sponsored by the SAIL Office.
Speaker: Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, 3pm, Location TBA
Attention PC Students and Faculty! United States Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), will be speaking at Providence College (Location TBA). Senator Whitehouse will be speaking about his experiences as a freshman Senator in the US Senate, the financial crisis, the environment, the importance of the upcoming Presidential Election, and the significance of the youth vote. Don't miss this chance to see one of Rhode Island's sitting Senators in Congress speak at a crucial time in our history! Sponsored by PC Democrats.
Career Fair Prep: Making the Most Out of a Career Fair, 5:30-6:30pm, Slavin 117
An employer presentation on how to prepare for, and handle upcoming job fairs. Offers tips on what to say and do in 60 seconds to make the recruiter want to explore the possibility of hiring you. You will also learn tips on how to best gather information about organizations to help you decide if you are interested in applying. Sponsored by the Office of Career Services.
Outdoor Adventure Club General Meeting, 7pm, Slavin 112
Come learn more about OAC, and sign up for our October trips: Apple Picking - Sat. 10/18 & Paintball - Sat. 10/25. These trips WILL sell out, so make sure you come to the meeting and bring your money to secure your spot! For more information, contact Brynn at bcrawfo1@providence.edu
International Cafe and Open Mic Night, 7:30pm, Chapel Basement
Join us for an internationally-themed evening, complete with flavored teas, coffees, and other international snacks in the Chapel Basement. This is a great opportunity for you and your friends to share with everyone your musical, poetic, comedic, or other talents. Or, just come to unwind and enjoy the free snacks and entertainment! All are welcome! Sponsored by Campus Ministry and the Asian-American Association.
Soul Explosion LIVE, 9pm, McPhail's
You loved them last year and they are sure to put on an even better show this year! Come see this PC student band perform in McPhail's! Bring your dancing shoes because it will be a long night of singing and dancing to the great sounds of Soul Explosion!! Band goes on at 9pm. All are welcome! Full bar with proper ID @ 8pm. Sponsored by McPhail's.
SATURDAY 10/11
PC Men's Soccer vs. West Virginia, 1pm, Glay Field
Come watch PC play against West Virginia!
PC Field Hockey vs. Rutgers, 1pm, Turf Field
Come watch PC face off against Rutgers!
Saturday Shopping Shuttle to the Lincoln Mall, 2pm, 3pm, & 4pm, rear of Raymond Hall
Feel like getting off campus for shopping or dining out? Plan to take the Saturday Shopping Shuttle! It's free and convenient! Visit Target, Homegoods, Marshall's, Stop and Shop, and more! The shuttle will depart from the rear of Raymond Hall at 2pm, 3pm and 4pm. The shuttle will leave from the Target at the shopping center at 3:30pm, 4:30pm and 5:30pm. Any questions? Please call the SAIL Office at x2211. Sponsored by the SAIL Office.
SUNDAY 10/12
PC Field Hockey vs. Boston University, 3pm, Turf Field
Come watch a great game against Boston University!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
WEDNESDAY 10/15
"Mixed Martial Arts 101" with Manny Neves, 6-8pm, Peterson
Sponsored by BOP.
THURSDAY 10/16
Things for Thursday: 5 Minute Floral Arrangements, 11:30am-2:30pm, Lower Slavin
Come to Slavin to make a beautiful floral arrangement in only five minutes! Bring a friend! Sponsored by the SAIL Office.
"Head for the Hills," 5pm, McPhail's
Join OAC for the premiere of Meathead Film's newest ski movie: "Head for the Hills"! Admission is free and there will be a raffle for great ski prizes! Sponsored by the Outdoor Adventure Club.
Fortune LIVE, 9pm, McPhail's
Come dance the night away to all your favorite songs in McPhail's! It is sure to be a good time! Band goes on at 9pm. All are welcome! Full bar with proper ID @ 8:00pm. Sponsored by McPhail's.
FRIDAY 10/17
Late Night Madness, Mullaney Gym
Come to Mullaney Gym and show your PC spirit! This is a night filled with fun, so don't miss it! Sponsored by Student Congress and the Athletic Department.
Late Night Madness Dance Party, McPhail's
Come down to McPhail's after Late Night Madness for a night of dancing to some great music! All are welcome! Full bar with proper ID at 4:30pm. Sponsored by McPhail's.
SATURDAY 10/18
Saturday Shopping Shuttle to the Crossing at Smithfield, 2pm, 3pm, & 4pm, rear of Raymond Hall
Feel like getting off campus for shopping or dining out? Plan to take the Saturday Shopping Shuttle! It's free and convenient! The shuttle will depart from the rear of Raymond Hall at 2pm, 3pm and 4pm. The shuttle will leave from the Target at the shopping center at 3:30pm, 4:30pm and 5:30pm. Any questions? Please call the SAIL Office at x2211. Sponsored by the SAIL Office.
Twilight Retreat: Be My Escape, 8pm-12am, Chapel Basement
Come join us for the first Twilight Retreat of the semester! The Twilight Retreat will be a night filled with games, talks, small group discussions, and other activities that will help you escape from the stress of the beginning of the semester! Come meet some new people and enjoy the company of friends. Everyone is welcome and free snacks will be provided! Please contact Kathleen Durkin at kdurkin1@providence.edu with any questions. Sponsored by Campus Ministry.
Black and White Dance: Get Down in Friartown. 9pm-1am, Peterson
Sponsored by BOP.
The Brink LIVE, 9pm, McPhail's
Come check out this great cover band! They will be playing all your favorite songs! Band goes on at 9pm. All are welcome! Full bar with proper ID @ 8pm. Sponsored by McPhail's.
SUNDAY 10/19
NFL Sunday Ticket, 1pm, McPhail's
Come down to McPhail's to watch your team play this Sunday! We can show any game! Come cheer on your team as you watch them on the big screen! McPhail's will open at 1pm for game time! Sponsored by McPhail's.
Soul Food Sunday, 5-8:30pm, McPhail's
Sponsored by the African American Club.
HBO's Entourage, 10pm, McPhail's
Don't miss the new episode of Entourage this Sunday! Bring all your friends to McPhail's to watch the show! It is the only place on campus you can watch your favorite show! Show starts at 10pm. Sponsored by McPhail's.
COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES:
American Heart Association Needs Volunteers
This Saturday night the American Heart Association will be at Waterfire in Providence. They are looking to raise awareness around childhood obesity and the FIT Kids Act (www.fitkidsact.org). The event should be a fun-filled evening of entertainment and education. Note that the date was changed to Oct. 4th because of the rain last Saturday. The organization was hoping to have students walking the crowd asking participants to sign a sneaker petition in support of the FIT Kids Act and against the childhood obesity epidemic. Students can visit http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=3059030 or e-mail Samantha.Levine@heart.org for more specific information.
The Autism Project of RI
The Autism Project of RI is looking for volunteers for their upcoming golf tournament on Friday, October 24th at Carnegie Abbey in Portsmouth, RI. They need people to work on the golf course, selling raffle tickets, etc. Volunteers are needed from 8:30am to 3:30pm. If you are interested in helping please contact Mary Farhoumand at mary@theautismproject.org.
Sandwich Handout at St. John's Cathedral
Tuesday, September 30 from 3:45 to 5:00 pm at St. John's Cathedral, North Main Street
We are looking for volunteers to come help hand out boxed lunches at St. John's Cathedral! This was the former location of city meal site which closed last spring. Come help fill an unmet need. Please email Shannon Johnson at sjohns14@providence.edu for more information. Sponsored by Campus Ministry.
St. Pius Harvest Festival - Contact Lizzie Lydon at pspvista1@providence.edu or 401-865-1974
Volunteers are needed for Friday, October 17th from 9am-4pm to help unload the basement and set-up/decorate for the festival. Volunteers are needed on Saturday, October 18th from 9am-12pm to set-up and prepare booths, tables & activities. Volunteers are needed on Saturday, October 18th from 8pm-11pm to cleanup (Mass will be offered at 11pm for those interested).
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk - Contact Samantha Pittman at Samantha.Pittman@coancer.org or 401-243-2636
This event will take place on Sunday, October 19, 2008 at Roger Williams Park. Registration begins at 7am and the walk beings at 8:30 am.
Tavares Youth Recreation Center on Chad Brown St., Providence - Contact Nicole Reilly at ndufresne@bgcprov.org
Volunteers are needed on a weekly basis Monday-Friday from 3-6pm. Volunteers would need to commit to one day a week for three hours for at least the semester, if not the entire school year. Volunteers would facilitate and assist with activities for youth in the Chad Brown area.
Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation RI Rhode Island
The Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation was established in 2004 in memory of our Gloria Gemma and in honor of her courageous fight against breast cancer. Their mission is to raise breast cancer awareness, increase breast health education, and generate funding for critical breast health programs that are in desperate need of being brought to fruition. Their promise is that 100% of the net proceeds will remain right here in our local community. The Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation needs volunteers for fundraising events, in many capacities. The foundation also needs volunteers to continue to operate at the lowest cost possible so that more funding can go towards finding a cure for breast cancer. Below is the website for the foundation. The Volunteer signup sheets are navigable easily from the homepage: http://www.gloriagemma.org/ .
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR SERVICE
Are you a college student interested in serving your community? Scholarships for Service is a statewide AmeriCorps program in which if you serve 300 hours over one year you can earn $1,000 to be used toward education expenses such as student loans or Grad school. Apply now and be one of 20 students on campus to receive this award! For more information contact Lizzie Lydon at pspvista1@providence.edu or x1974.
SEEKING NOMINEES FOR "STUDENT LEADER OF THE MONTH"
Do you know an outstanding undergrad who deserves to be "Student Leader of the Month"? The SAIL Office is accepting nominations on a rolling basis for this academic year's edition of the PC Student Leadership Digest. Nomination forms are available in the SAIL Office or on the Lifelong Leadership website: www.providence.edu/student+Life/Student+Activities/Student+Leadeship/PC+Student+Leadership+Digest.htm.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY SPRING BREAK APPLICATIONS
Attention students! Spring Break applications for Habitat for Humanity are due by October 8th. Please return applications and your $50 deposit fee to Jane in the Campus Ministry Center. Questions? Email Vanessa Bowen at vbowen@providence.edu.
"PC NOW" HAS LAUNCHED
Are YOU in the know? The Division of College Relations and Planning has launched PC Now, a new, "one-stop" news Web page. PC Now will be updated weekly every Monday and more frequently as breaking news happens. PC Now will present timely news relating to developments, events, and people at the College; alumni and student news and features; profiles on students, faculty, and alumni; selected athletics and campus event listings; and links to other online sources with PC-related information. Check it out at: www.providence.edu/pcnow. Your comments and news tips are welcome! If you'd like to nominate yourself or a friend to be a featured student profile in PC Now, please email Trish Rojcewicz, Web Editor, at trish@providence.edu.
PCTV
The PCTV Campus Events Team would like to announce that any campus club or organization may request PCTV to film an event and put it in circulation on the campus cable channel. Just contact Sal Tripoli at stripoli@providence.edu for more information.
FRIAR PHONEROOM
Looking for a fun and challenging way to earn money and build your resume? Join the Friar Phoneroom! Develop valuable communication and networking skills by connecting with Providence College alumni. Find out what life after college holds for you while working a minimum of just 9 hours a week! Flexible scheduling, tuition assistance, and $7.50/hour make developing a significant addition to your resume pleasant and rewarding. The Friar Phoneroom is now accepting applications for positions starting in September. For an application, email phoneafriar@providence.edu!
AQUA-FITNESS CLASS
Back by popular demand! Looking for a fun and dynamic way to exercise? Join the aqua-fitness class. Deep water gym workouts are designed to work multiple muscle groups of the upper and lower body, which can result in greater cardiovascular output and excellent toning. Buoyancy belts and instruction provided. Monday, Wednesday and Fridays 11:30AM at the Taylor Natatorium Pool. Space is limited.
ACCESS PC!
Want to know what's happening on campus? Turn to your "On Campus Information Station," Access PC, Channel 39 on your campus cable network. Here you will find ads for all types of events on campus!! McPhail's Lineup, Clubs and Org's events, Peterson Fitness Classes, Things for Thursday, PC After Hours events and more! All you have to do is turn on your TV! Channel 39! This is a great way to advertise as well!! If your club or organization would like to advertise an event on Access PC, email your advertisement to tincanta@providence.edu.
RIPTA INFO
Need a ride to go shopping at the Providence Place Mall, downtown or to other parts of Rhode Island? RIPTA provides free transportation to all Providence College students with a valid ID. For more information on bus times and schedules visit the RIPTA website at www.RIPTA.com.
MCPHAIL'S HOURS
Daily Hours: Sunday - Wednesday 2pm-12am, Thursday - Saturday 2pm-1am.
Bar Hours: Thursday 8pm-1am, Friday 4:30pm-1am, Saturday 8pm-1am.
Come down to McPhail's for a milkshake or some free popcorn! We have wireless internet!!
SAIL DIGEST AND TABLE TENT SUBMISSION
If your club or organization would like to post an event in the SAIL Digest or on the weekly Table Tent, please email your submissions by NOON each WEDNESDAY via email to sail@providence.edu
Stay Informed! For Information on Activities and Events, Check Out:
The SAIL Digest - Arriving at your computer via email every Monday.
Now online at www.providence.edu/sail. Click on the S.A.I.L. Digest Link
Table Tents - Placed on tables in Raymond Dining Hall and Alumni Food Court every Monday
SAIL's Wall Calendar - Located in Lower Slavin, outside of the Soft Lounge.
Lifelong Leadership @ PC - Facebook Group
Access PC, Channel 39 - Round the clock info on PC events, with sound by WDOM.
The Cowl Campus Calendar, page 2 - Available every Thursday at a newsstand near you.
The College's Online Event Calendar - www.providence.edu/Event+Calendar/ Resource 25 Webviewer - The website to consult before reserving space on campus. Online at internal.providence.edu/resource25/space_requests.htm Click on the Special Events Link
Kiosks - Home to assorted stamped posters & flyers.
WDOM - Upcoming event info on 91.3 FM, courtesy of your neighborhood deejays.
McPhail's-McPhail02 instant messenger and class Facebook Groups
All messages archived at:
http://homer.providence.edu/archives/lists/pc-2012
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