From: SAIL Office (sail@providence.edu)
Date: Sun Oct 19 2008 - 08:01:01 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 and 11pm. Making it back to campus on the shuttle is the student's responsibility - please make plans accordingly.
SATURDAY SHOPPING SHUTTLE TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED
The Saturday Shopping Shuttle will be temporarily suspended due to lack of participation, but please stay tuned for more information from the SAIL Office about a monthly Shopping Shuttle.
MONDAY 10/20
Winter Break Career Shadowing Day Info Sessions, 10:30am or 12:30pm, Slavin 112
The Washington DC Semester Program & the RI State Government Internship Program, 4pm, Slavin 112
OAS Academic Skill Workshop: How to Succeed in DWC, 4pm, Moore Hall II
Women's Self Defense Workshop, 6:30pm, '64 Hall
Monday Night Football, 8:30pm, McPhail's
TUESDAY 10/21
Winter Break Career Shadowing Day Info Sessions, 10am, 12pm, 3pm, or 4:30pm, Location TBD
BOP Coffeehouse: Fright Fest, 7-9pm, McPhail's
Wellness Connections: Rate Your Plate/Nutrition, 7:30pm, Slavin G01
WEDNESDAY 10/22
OAS Writing Center Workshop: I Have My Quotes-Now What? 3pm, Library 104B
Post Graduate Volunteer Programs Fair, 4-6:30pm, '64 Hall
Student Presidential Debate, 6:30-9:30pm, McPhail's
THURSDAY 10/23
Things for Thursday: Sand Art, 11:30am-2:30pm, Lower Slavin
WDOM 91.3 Open Mic Night, 6:30-9pm, McPhail's
AIDS Project RI Speaker, 7pm, Moore Hall III
Dave Matthews Cover Band: Dancing Nancy, 9pm, McPhail's
FRIDAY 10/24
PC's Women's Soccer vs. St. John's, 3pm, Glay Field
Men of Christ: Throwing Off the Works of Darkness and Putting On the Armor of Light, 5pm
Pasta with the Padres, 6pm, Chapel Basement
Charley's Aunt, 8pm, Angell Blackfriars Theatre in the Smith Center for the Arts
Laser Tag, 8pm, '64 Hall
Oktoberfest, 8:30pm-12am, McPhail's
SATURDAY 10/25
PC's Women's Ice Hockey vs. Boston College, 2pm, Schneider Arena
PC's Volleyball vs. Chicago State, 4pm, Mullaney Gym
Charley's Aunt, 8pm, Angell Blackfriars Theatre in the Smith Center for the Arts
209 Nights, 9pm, Peterson
SUNDAY 10/26
Breast Cancer Buffet, 11am-1pm, McPhail's
PC's Women's Soccer vs. Syracuse, 1pm, Glay Field
NFL Sunday Ticket, 1pm, McPhail's
PC's Women's Ice Hockey vs. Maine, 2pm, Schneider Arena
Charley's Aunt, 2pm, Angell Blackfriars Theatre in the Smith Center for the Arts
Dance Club, 3pm, dance studio in the Smith Center for the Arts
HBO's Entourage, 10pm, McPhail's
EVENT DESCRIPTIONS:
MONDAY 10/20
Winter Break Career Shadowing Day Info Sessions, 10:30am or 12:30pm, Slavin 112
Interested in spending a day with an alumnus who has a career in a field of interest to you? Then stop in and attend a brief, but mandatory, info session to learn all about the Winter Break Career Shadowing Day Program! At this session you will also receive a list of ALL the alumni volunteers! Application deadline is November 5. Sponsored by the Office of Career Services.
The Washington DC Semester Program & the RI State Government Internship Program, 4pm, Slavin 112
Attend this information session to learn about these Spring 2009 internship programs. The Washington DC Program combines academic study and experiential learning in a one semester program at American University. Admission is competitive. The RI State Government Internship Program offers multiple internships in various settings. All majors are welcome. Sponsored by the Office of Career Services.
OAS Academic Skill Workshop: How to Succeed in DWC, 4pm, Moore Hall II
Attend this panel discussion to learn academic strategies specifically for DWC. Sponsored by the Office of Academic Services.
Women's Self Defense Workshop, 6:30pm, '64 Hall
Have you every felt threatened or been assaulted on or off campus? Come take a Women's Self Defense Workshop! Learn new ways to protect yourself and have a good time doing it! Free food will be served, and remember to wear gym clothes! Sponsored by OSSW and Women Will.
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 Denver Broncos take on your New England Patriots! Game time is 8:30pm. Sponsored by McPhail's.
TUESDAY 10/21
Winter Break Career Shadowing Day Info Sessions, 10am, 12pm, 3pm, or 4:30pm, Location TBA
Interested in spending a day with an alumnus who has a career in a field of interest to you? Then stop in and attend a brief, but mandatory, info session to learn all about the Winter Break Career Shadowing Day Program! At this session you will also receive a list of ALL the alumni volunteers! Application deadline is November 5. Sponsored by the Office of Career Services.
BOP Coffeehouse: Fright Fest, 7-9pm, McPhail's
What better way to get in the mood for ALL HALLOWS EVE than by getting your spook on at McPhail's? At this dim lit and smoky Coffehouse, get freaked out by the magical powers of David Hall, while laughing at the best of his jokes. David has been hired around the country and world by even the biggest celebrities, including Mick Jagger and the Boston Red Sox, and now he comes to Providence College to shock the Friars! Sponsored by BOP.
Wellness Connections: Rate Your Plate/Nutrition, 7:30pm, Slavin G01
Wellness Connections are FREE short clinics on health topics that affect students most. Each clinic is designed to give the most up-to-date information to allow you to make the best decisions about your health. Learn how to eat healthfully balanced foods on your meal plan. Sponsored by Student Health Education.
WEDNESDAY 10/22
OAS Writing Center Workshop: I Have My Quotes-Now What? 3pm, Library 104B
Developing writers often struggle with how to integrate the ideas of published authors into their work. This session teaches students how to select quotes more carefully and incorporate research into their writing more skillfully. Sponsored by the Office of Academic Services.
Post Graduate Volunteer Programs Fair, 4-6:30pm, '64 Hall
Attend this annual fair for the opportunity to meet representatives from over 30 volunteer programs. The programs that they will be offering are a year of service (some will offer shorter periods), living stipend, health insurance, tuition voucher, and in many cases, room and board. Sponsored by the Office of Career Services.
Student Presidential Debate, 6:30-9:30pm, McPhail's
Sponsored by Political Science Club.
THURSDAY 10/23
Things for Thursday: Sand Art, 11:30am-2:30pm, Lower Slavin
Come have some fun creating sand art with your friends! Sponsored by the SAIL Office.
WDOM 91.3 Open Mic Night, 6:30-9pm, McPhail's
Sign up by e-mailing Wdomdj@yahoo.com, or by stopping by the studio. Sponsored by WDOM.
AIDS Project RI Speaker, 7pm, Moore Hall III
Come hear an AIDS Project RI staff member share his story! He will address the challenges that he has faced and the changes that have been necessary as a result of his diagnosis. Concordantly, he will discredit many of the myths that currently limit the conversation surrounding HIV/AIDS. Donations for the HIV+ Speaker's Bureau will be accepted. Sponsored by Amnesty International.
Dave Matthews Cover Band: Dancing Nancy, 9pm, McPhail's
Come listen to this Dave Matthew's cover band in McPhail's! The fun starts at 9pm and they play other covers, too! All are welcome! Full bar with proper ID at 8pm. Sponsored by McPhail's.
FRIDAY 10/24
PC's Women's Soccer vs. St. John's, 3pm, Glay Field
Come watch PC face off against St. John's!
Men of Christ: Throwing Off the Works of Darkness and Putting on the Armor of Light, 5pm Attention all PC Men! This is the first-ever retreat for men! Reservations are now being accepted, but space is limited, and reservations are on a first come, first serve basis! Registration forms can be picked up and returned in the Chapel Basement now through Wednesday, October 22nd. A $40 refundable deposit is required. The group will depart from the Chapel Basement on Friday, October 24th at 5pm and return on Saturday, October 25th at 9pm. Need More Information? Contact Fr. Augustine, ajuddop@providence.edu, x1499. Sponsored by Campus Ministry.
Pasta with the Padres, 6pm, Chapel Basement
Come celebrate our 80th annual Pasta with the Padres! Enjoy a full-course, delicious pasta dinner while getting to know the Dominican Friars on campus. This dinner comes complete with salad, different types of pastas, dessert and coffee. And it is all free! So join us in the Chapel Basement for some all-around good eats and good times with the Friars. All are welcome! Sponsored by Campus Ministry.
Charley's Aunt, 8pm, Angell Blackfriars Theatre in the Smith Center for the Arts
Nothing is funnier than several cases of mistaken identity, especially when gender roles are mixed up. In Charley's Aunt, two undergraduates at Oxford need a chaperone to ask the objects of their desire on dates. They convince their friend to pretend to be Charley's aunt to do this, but when Charley's real aunt shows up, their plan falls apart and confusion escalates. The Box Office for the Smith Center is located at the main entrance of the building and will be open for ticket sales beginning September 29th. Tickets can also be purchased one hour prior to performances. Student ticket prices are $5. Seating for this production is reserved. Sponsored by the Department of Theatre, Dance and Film.
Laser Tag, 8pm, '64 Hall
Come down with your friends and play Laser Tag! '64 Hall will be transformed into a five-on-five indoor laser tag arena. There will be music as well as free food and drinks available. Sponsored by BOP.
Oktoberfest, 8:30pm-12am, McPhail's
Come join in on the traditional German celebration of Oktoberfest! Enjoy the music of a popular German band and a dancing performance by an authentic German dancing group, plus sample free German food! All are welcome! Full bar with proper ID at 4:30pm. Sponsored by BOP and McPhail's.
SATURDAY 10/25
PC's Women's Ice Hockey vs. Boston College, 2pm, Schneider Arena
Come watch PC face off against Boston College!
PC's Volleyball vs. Chicago State, 4pm, Mullaney Gym
Come to Mullaney Gym and watch PC play against Chicago State!
Charley's Aunt, 8pm, Angell Blackfriars Theatre in the Smith Center for the Arts
Sponsored by the Department of Theatre, Dance and Film.
209 Nights, 9pm, Peterson
Sponsored by the Class of 2009.
SUNDAY 10/26
Breast Cancer Buffet, 11am-1pm, McPhail's
The Breast Cancer Buffet is open to the entire PC community and the surrounding community as well. There will be brunch served, a cappella performances, and speakers including a breast cancer survior, a representative from the American Cancer Society, and various others. Sponsored by Colleges Against Cancer.
PC's Women's Soccer vs. Syracuse, 1pm, Glay Field
Come watch an exciting game between PC and Syracuse!
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.
PC's Women's Ice Hockey vs. Maine, 2pm, Schneider Arena
Come support PC as they play against Maine!
Charley's Aunt, 2pm, Angell Blackfriars Theatre in the Smith Center for the Arts
Sponsored by the Department of Theatre, Dance and Film.
Dance Club, 3pm, dance studio in the Smith Center for the Arts
This week's class will be a lyrical class, taught by Shayla Evans! Bring your friends for a great class! Class will take place in the dance studio in Smith Center for the Arts, starting at 3:00. See you there! Sponsored by Dance Club.
HBO's Entourage, 10pm, McPhail's
Don't miss the new episode of Entourage this Sunday! Bring all your friends to McPhail's-it is the only place on campus you can watch your favorite show! Episode starts at 10pm. Sponsored by McPhail's.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
MONDAY 10/27
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 Indianapolis Colts take on your the Tennessee Titans! Game time is 8:30pm. Sponsored by McPhail's.
TUESDAY 10/28
Dinner with Keno Davis, 6:30pm, McPhail's
Attention Friar Fanatics! Come down to McPhail's to learn more about PC Men's Basketball Coach Keno Davis, his coaching experience, and his leadership philosophy. Get your questions answered about the upcoming season during a Q&A, and enjoy a FREE meal! Seating is limited - stop by the SAIL Office early for special "reserved seating". Sponsored by the Lifelong Leadership Program, BOP, and PC Athletics.
THURSDAY 10/30
Things for Thursday: Candy & Caramel Apples, 11:30am-2:30pm, Lower Slavin
Come enjoy some delicious treats with your friends, and get ready for fall! Sponsored by the SAIL Office.
Soul Explosion LIVE, 9pm, McPhail's
Back by popular demand! 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.
FRIDAY 10/31
Halloween on the Quad!, 9pm Upper Quad
Come experience a night of terror and ghoulish fun on the Quad with a live DJ! There will be a real dance floor with plenty of room to get your boogy on!!! Participate in a dance competition and a plethora of other games and activities, including: face-painting, mummy wrap, pi¤atas, pie-eating contest, limbo, costume contest, donut-on-a-string, and more! Foods include candy apples, hot chocolate, subs, coffee, muffins, cookies, and hot cider. Prizes and giveaways will be given out! You don't want to miss out! Accepting cash and canned goods, for the St. Charles Church Youth Program in Providence.
Come experience the terror from 9pm to 2am!! Sponsored by: The Office of Residence Life,
Co-sponsored by: PC After Hours, Hurley of America, and Tim Horton's
Charley's Aunt, 8pm, Angell Blackfriars Theatre in the Smith Center for the Arts
Sponsored by the Department of Theatre, Dance and Film.
SATURDAY 11/1
Charley's Aunt, 8pm, Angell Blackfriars Theatre in the Smith Center for the Arts
Sponsored by the Department of Theatre, Dance and Film.
The Rock LIVE, 9pm, McPhail's
Come down to McPhail's to hear Rudy and the gang rock out! They will be playing all your favorite songs and taking requests! It is sure to be an exciting night! Band goes on at 9pm. All are welcome! Full bar with proper ID @ 8pm. Sponsored by McPhail's.
SUNDAY 11/2
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.
Charley's Aunt, 2pm, Angell Blackfriars Theatre in the Smith Center for the Arts
Sponsored by the Department of Theatre, Dance and Film.
HBO's Entourage, 10pm, McPhail's
Don't miss the new episode of Entourage this Sunday! Bring all your friends to McPhail's-it is the only place on campus you can watch your favorite show! Episode starts at 10pm. Sponsored by McPhail's.
COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES:
Elmhurst Neighborhood Clean-up: Davis Park, Nathaniel Greene and Tom Twitchell Greenway Clean-up
On October 25, 2008, the Elmhurst Clean & Green has organized a clean-up of Davis Park, the area around Nathaniel Greene Middle School and the Tom Twitchell Greenway beginning at 10am. If driving, participants can park in the Nathaniel Greene parking lot. Open to anyone! If you have any questions, contact Lizzie Lydon at pspvista1@providence.edu or 865-1974.
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.
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:
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.
"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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