WCU Campus Announcements http://www.wcupa.edu/ West Chester University - Campus Announcements en-us Alexis Stinson wins Miss WCU 2012 2/6/2012  

]]> Free Campus/Community Sustainability Lecture 2/9 2/6/2012  

]]> Pink Zone Game - 2/18 at 1pm in Hollinger 2/6/2012 Grammy-Award Winner David Sanchez performs 2/11 2/2/2012  

]]> Former WCU Player Headed For Super Bowl 2/1/2012 Black History Month Events 2/1/2012
  • Wednesday, February 1, 7:15 p.m. Speaker Dennis Rahiim Watson, Chairman, National Youth and Gang Violence Task Force, will speak on the topic "No Excuses" Success and Achievement in a Globally Competitive World. Theater, Sykes Student Union. Co-sponsored by the Black Student Union, Office of Multicultural Affairs, Office of Social Equity.

  • Tuesday, February 7, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Frederick Douglass Institute Read-In, Philips Autograph Library. Individuals are encouraged to share their favorite short work based on the theme. Traditionally, the Read-In has focused on African American works; however, selections from other cultural groups are welcome. Sponsored by the Frederick Douglass Institute, for more information contact fdouglass@wcupa.edu.  

  • Wednesday, February 8, 7:15 p.m., Long Lost Love, Theater, Sykes Student Union, Sponsored by the Black Student Union.

  • Thursday, February 9, 7 p.m., Poetry Reading by Cornelius Eady, poet, playwright, and co-founder of Cave Canem, a workshop for African American poets. Philips Autograph Library. Presented by the Poetry Center.
     
  • Saturday, February 11 – Wednesday, February 15, WCU 22nd Annual Jazz Festival, Presented by the School of Music.

    • Saturday, February 11, noon, 22nd Annual Jazz Festival, Madeleine Wing Adler Theater, $10 adults/$5 students and seniors
    • Saturday, February 11, 7:30 p.m., The David Sanchez Group, Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, $20 adults/$15 students and seniors
    • Monday, February 13, noon, Dave Postmontier Trio, Madeleine Wing Adler Theater
    • Monday, February 13, 7 p.m., WCU Jazz Sampler, Madeleine Wing Adler Theater, $10 adults/$5 students and seniors
    • Tuesday, February 14, noon, Paul Jost’s Tribute to Richard Rogers, Madeleine Wing Adler Theater
    • Tuesday, February 14, 8 p.m., WCU Faculty Septet, Madeleine Wing Adler Theater
    • Wednesday, February 15, noon, Fred Hersch master class, Madeleine Wing Adler Theater
    • Wednesday, February 15, 8 p.m., Fred Hersch, Madeleine Wing Adler Theater 
       
  • Friday, February 10. Sadie Hawkins Dance. Sponsored by the Black Student Union

  • Wednesday, February 15, 7:15 p.m. Life at an Historically Black College or University (HBCU), Theater, Sykes Student Union. Sponsored by the Black Student Union. 
     
  • Monday, February 20, 7:15 p.m. The Human Experience, screening of the award winning documentary about two young men who set out in search of the meaning of life. Theater, Sykes Student Union. Additional screenings offered in the Theater of Sykes Student Union on

    • Tuesday, February 21, 8 p.m.
    • Wednesday, February 22, noon
    • Thursday, February 23, 9:30 a.m.

  • Wednesday, February 22, 7:15 p.m., Frederick Douglass Pageant, Fashion Show, and Speeches. Theater, Sykes Student Union. Sponsored by the Black Student Union. 
     
  • Monday and Tuesday, February 27 and 28, 7 p.m. Travel Adventures presents East African Safari, by narrated by Rick Ray. Theater, Sykes Student Union. $8
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  • Wednesday, February 29, 7:15 p.m. A Day without Black Inventions, Theater, Sykes Student Union. Sponsored by the Black Student Union.
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    ]]>         The Human Experience IS BACK! 1/30/2012 “The Human Experience” IS BACK! 
    If you missed it last year, come check out this must-see documentary in February 2012!

    West Chester, PA, 1 January 2012—West Chester University will host four free screenings of the independent documentary film “The Human Experience” in February 2012. You will be provided with free refreshments at each screening, and the schedule is as follows: 

     

    Mon., February 20—7:15 p.m. in Sykes Theater
    Tues., February 21—8:00 p.m. in Sykes Ballroom B
    Wed., February 22—12:00 p.m. in Sykes Theater
    Thurs., February 23—9:30 a.m. in Sykes Theater  

     

    The documentary is the story of two young men who, having grown up in New York City’s foster care system, set out in search of the meaning of life. On their quest, these young men live homeless in New York City, New York for a week, tend to disabled children in Lima, Peru, and spend time among the lepers of Ghana, Africa. “The Human Experience” challenges our preconceived notions of those who are different from us by providing insight into others’ lives. It teaches us to embrace the beauty of life and inspires us to go out and make the world a better place. 

    This program provides the perfect opportunity for students to further their learning outside of the classroom and will be a rewarding experience for all in attendance. To get a closer look at the film itself, feel free to view the trailer through the following link: http://www.grassrootsfilms.com/thehumanexperience/pre-trailer.html 

    To date, the organizations and departments sponsoring this event are the Student Government Association and Aid to South Africa. 

    If you plan on bringing a class or group of 10+ people to this event or if you’re looking to make this an extra credit opportunity for students, please contact Dr. Jacqueline Hodes. 

     

    Contact: 
    Ms. Lori Brooks                                             Dr. Jacqueline Hodes 
    Student Organizer                                         Division of Student Affairs 
    (631) 834-6217                                            (610) 436-3147
    LB735611@wcupa.edu                                JHodes@wcupa.edu 

    ]]>         NEW Weather Button 1/26/2012 Check it out - West Chester University’s web page has a brand new Weather button! 

    Click on it you will find the most up-to-date information you will need regarding weather information at WCU. 

    ·        How to get weather alert notification

    ·        All communication resources
     

    ·        Review the University’s weather related policies
     

    ·        Snow removal procedures
     

    ·        Snow walks plan – see the link
     

    ·        Text message alert – how to subscribe (it’s free to sign up!)
     

    ·        Where to find cancellation/postponement information for events and WCU related functions
     

    ·        And much more…
     

    You will find the Weather button on the bottom right side of the web page, next to the WCU Alert button.  Go ahead…click on it! 

    ]]>         Knowledge Crossing Borders Conference 2012 1/25/2012 New Student Rec Center Coming Fall 2012 4/13/2011