If you require an accommodation for a specific disability to participate in an event, contact the sponsoring department, organization or office at least one week prior to the date of the event.
SGA Meetings
Student Fee Proposal Meetings Next Spring SGA meeting Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:30 am-12:30 pm SSCB Lecture Hall Rm 1.100.03 Student Orgs: Attendance will be counted.
Small, in-depth group seminar for those choosing a major, changing careers, or setting future career goals by Career and Counseling Services. Open to everyone. $30 for UHCL students. Requires intake appt. See CEW, 281.283.2590
Career Exploration Workshop (CEW) Schedule
Spring 2010 Workshop 1 Fri, Jan 22, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Fri, Jan 29, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Spring 2010 Workshop 2 Sat, Feb 20, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Sat, Feb 27, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Spring 2010 Workshop 3 Fri, Mar 26, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Fri, Apr 2, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Spring 2010 Workshop 4 Fri, Apr 23, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Fri, Apr 30, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Student Success Workshop: How to Communicate More Effectively with Your Professor Speaker: TBD 4:00 - 5:00 pm, SSCB Lecture Hall Open to UHCL students, faculty and staff. Sponsors: Dean of Students and IISS International Student Services Contact: Susana Hernandez at 281-283-2565
Bookstore
Book Signing - The Polio Years in Texas 6:00 - 7:00 pm, Bayou Bldg, Atrium II Open to all. Local author Dr. Heather Green Wooten will be conducting a book signing and presentation on her book "The Polio Years in Texas: Battling a Terrifying Unknown". Sponsor and Contact: Bookstore, call: 281.283.2180 / email: sm221@bncollege.com
Wednesday, February 10
Voices of Colour Speaker Series Theme: Making It in a Man's World Speaker: Representative Senfronia Thompson 12 noon - 1:00 pm, Bayou Garden Room Open to all. Free. Longest serving woman and African American in the history of the Texas Legislature. Sponsor: IISS Intercultural Student Services Contact: Julie Smith at 281-283-2565
Workshop (Encore Presentation):NSLS: The Science of Influence Presenters: Robert Cialdini 12 noon - 1:30 pm, SSCB Lecture Hall 1100 Free. Open to all. Cialdini's two books Science and Practice, and Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion have together sold over a million copies in twenty languages. These two Amazon.com top-sellers are the result of years of study into the reasons people act the way they do in business and other settings. Highlights include: Learn how to get people to say "Yes“; Explore the science behind effective persuasion; Change your tactics to yield amazing results. Sponsor: The Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement (SLICE) Contact: Jennifer Clark, 281.283.2611 or ClarkJen@uhcl.edu
Thursday, February 11
Bay Area Turning Point and VDAY Fundraiser throughout the day, Bayou Atrium I Open to all. The VDAY UHCL “The Vagina Monologues” cast and production team are selling Valentine's Day flowers. The proceeds will go to Bay Area Turning Point and the VDay Campaign. Tickets for VDAY UHCL “The Vagina Monologues” play are also available. Sponsor: IISS Intercultural Student Services Contact: Julie Smith at 281-283-2565
Friday, February 12
Workshop:The Stress Factor (Stress Management) Presenters: Ron Klinger, UHCL Human Resources 10:00 am - noon, TBA Free. Open to all. This session will test your limits, not in fear, but in stress. What are your breaking points? How do you handle stress when it enters into your everyday life? You will walk away a winner as you battle your own “Stress Factors”. Sponsor: The Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement (SLICE) Contact: Jennifer Clark, 281.283.2611 or ClarkJen@uhcl.edu
Cultural Arts: Solero Flamenco 8:00 pm, Bayou Theater Cost: See webpage for cost. Irma "La Paloma" and Jeremias Garcia "El Valiente" bring you "un pedacito de España" in authentic Flamenco performances true to the passion and vibrancy of the music of the Andalusian gypsies. With an honest and exciting approach, rich in tradition and respect for the art, La Paloma y El Valiente transport audiences to the realm of music from the heart - Flamenco. Complimentary reception held after the concert. Sponsor: Student Life's Cultural Arts Contact: Andrew Reitberger, 281.281.2560
Saturday, February 13
Film: Men Who Stare at Goats 7:00 pm, SSCB Lecture Hall Cost: $3.75 A reporter (Ewan McGregor) delves into the world of psychic military regiments during the Iraq War in this adaptation of the Jon Ronson book, The Men Who Stare at Goats. This comedy is loosely based on actual events. George Clooney, Kevin Spacey, and Jeff Bridges star in the Smoke House/BBC Films production. Sponsors: Student Life's Film and Speaker Series Contact: Sonia Hernandez, 281-283-2560
Community Outreach Day Free. Open to all. Preregistration required. Community Outreach Day is UHCL's official "day of service". Volunteers can choose from a variety of service projects. Times and locations vary per project. Information and registration forms available online at our website. Sponsor: Student Life's Student Leadership Institute Contact: Jennifer Clark, 281-283-2611, clarkjen@uhcl.edu
Sunday, February 14
Film: Men Who Stare at Goats Speaker: Gerald Churchill Research Librarian, UHCL 3:00 pm, SSCB Lecture Hall Cost: $3.75 A reporter (Ewan McGregor) delves into the world of psychic military regiments during the Iraq War in this adaptation of the Jon Ronson book, The Men Who Stare at Goats. This comedy is loosely based on actual events. George Clooney, Kevin Spacey, and Jeff Bridges star in the Smoke House/BBC Films production. Sponsors: Student Life's Film and Speaker Series Contact: Sonia Hernandez, 281-283-2560
Tuesday, February 16
Bookstore
Graduation Fest: One Stop Graduation Shop 10:00 am - 7:00 pm, Bookstore, Bayou 1206 Open to all. One Stop Graduation Shop: Purchase Cap & Gowns and Diploma Frames. Order Class Rings and Announcements. Free cap & gown photo session. Sponsor and Contact: Bookstore, call: 281.283.2180 / email: sm221@bncollege.com
Workshop:Leadership: It’s What You Communicate Presenters: Dion McInnis, UHCL University Advancement 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, TBA Free. Open to all. What leaders say or do determine team success. A role of leaders is to help a team achieve more than they thought possible through actions, discipline and commitment. This presentation challenges leaders to improve what and how they communicate. Sponsor: The Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement (SLICE) Contact: Jennifer Clark, 281.283.2611 or ClarkJen@uhcl.edu
Wednesday, February 17
SGA
Town Hall Meeting noon, SSCB Student Lounge Open to all. Come join UH-Clear Lake President Dr. William A. Staples, members of the administration, and the Student Government Association as they discuss Designated Tuition Increases, Priority List Proposals, and Funding Issues for 2010-2011. This is a great opportunity for students to interact with members of the campus administration and a perfect forum to raise questions and concerns. SGA encourages ALL students to attend the roundtable discussion. Your Money. Your School. Your Voice. Sponsor: Student Government Association Contact: sga@uhcl.edu, 281-283-2556
Shopping While Black: Understanding and Combating Racial Profiling in America 7:00 - 8:15 pm, SSCB Lecture Hall 1100 Open to all. Free. Speaker: Dr. Shaun L. Gabbidon This a Speaker Series featuring Dr. Shaun L. Gabbidon, Criminology Professor at Penn State University and author of many articles and coauthor of such books as:African American Criminological Thought (2000) and Race and Crime (2008) Sponsor: Black Student Association & Alpha Phi Sigma Contact: Shevonne Dyer
History
Club
Speakers: UHCL History Professors Present a Portion of their Current Research
Dr. Barbara Hales, Incurable Madness: War Trauma, Hypnosis, and Robert Wiene's Orlacs Hande (1924)
Dr. Adam Hodges, Internment Programs in the United States During World War I.
Dr. Daniel Haworth, The Intersection of Family Life and Public Authority in the Lives of Adolescents in Nineteenth-Century Mexico.
7:30 pm, Bayou Garden Room
Open to all. Free.
Preregistration Requested: RSVP by 2/8/10 to historyclub@uhcl.edu
Sponsor: History Club
Contact: Rebecca Smith, President of History Club, historyclub@uhcl.edu
Thursday, February 18 Untitled Document
Dean of Students
Who's Who Among Students
Nomination Deadline:
12 noon, Thursday, February 18
Who's Who is an important vehicle for honoring those students whose achievements deserve recognition. Students who wish to nominate a student, must contact their student organization for the appropriate form, deadline and procedure.
Contact: Kay Brown, 281.283.2616
SGA
Town Hall Encore Meeting 6:00 pm, SSCB Student Lounge Open to all. Anyone who was unable to attend the first Town Hall Meeting session: We invite you to join UH-Clear Lake President Dr. William A. Staples, members of the administration, and the Student Government Association as they discuss Designated Tuition Increases, Priority List Proposals, and Funding Issues for 2010-2011. This is a great opportunity for students to interact with members of the campus administration and a perfect forum to raise questions and concerns. SGA encourages ALL students to attend the roundtable discussion. Your Money. Your School. Your Voice. Sponsor: Student Government Association Contact: sga@uhcl.edu, 281-283-2556
Friday, February 19
Play: VDAY UHCL “The Vagina Monologues”
8:00 - 9:30 pm, Bayou Theater
Open to all.
Cost:
$10 with valid UHCL ID, $12 without UHCL ID.Tickets can be pre-ordered from any member of the cast, the production team, or by contacting Julie Smith, Coordinator Women’s and LGBT Services.
“The Vagina Monologues” is a powerful play written by Eve Ensler. Based up interviews with over 200 women around the world, this play was written to raise awareness of the issues faced by women today. With grace, humor, and sincerity these monologues give voice to experiences and feelings not typically expressed in public. Funds raised will go to V-Day, an international campaign created to stop violence against women and girls, and to Bay Area Turning Point, a local women’s shelter. For more information about UHCL's show, become our fan on Facebook – just look us up at VDAY UHCL – Monologues 2010.
Sponsor: IISS Intercultural Student Services
Contact: Julie Smith at 281-283-2565
Saturday, February 20
Film: The Least of These Speaker: Dr. Christine Kovic, Dr. Stephen Cherry & Joe Rubio, Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston 7:00 pm, SSCB Lecture Hall Cost: $3.75 This thought-provoking documentary addresses the treatment of immigrants at a prison-turned-family detention-center. Brings into question the value of life, especially when that life belongs to an immigrant child. Sponsors: Student Life's Film and Speaker Series, LSO, SWSO Contact: Sonia Hernandez, 281-283-2560
Workshop (Live Broadcast):NSLS: Becoming the Highest Version of Yourself Presenters: Dr. Bertice Berry 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, SSCB Lecture Hall 1100 Free. Open to all. Dr. Berry a well-respected sociologist, author, lecturer and educator. She has won the NACA Speaker of the Year award, and is back by popular demand for her second appearance with the Society. Highlights include: Illuminate a path for others to live and learn; Evolve yourself and transcend competition; Find your journey to accomplish your purpose. Sponsor: The Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement (SLICE) Contact: Jennifer Clark, 281.283.2611 or ClarkJen@uhcl.edu
Workshop (Live Broadcast):NSLS: Becoming the Highest Version of Yourself Presenter: Dr. Bertice Berry 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, SSCB Lecture Hall 1100 Free. Open to all. Dr. Berry a well-respected sociologist, author, lecturer and educator. She has won the NACA Speaker of the Year award, and is back by popular demand for her second appearance with the Society. Highlights include: Illuminate a path for others to live and learn; Evolve yourself and transcend competition; Find your journey to accomplish your purpose. Sponsor: The Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement (SLICE) Contact: Jennifer Clark, 281.283.2611 or ClarkJen@uhcl.edu
Thursday, February 25
CareerWeek Presentation:Resume Writing Presenters: Michelle A. Baehl, Physician & Executive Recruitment, The Methodist Hospital Physician Organization
Adrienne Joseph, Administrator, Department of Surgery at The Methodist Hospital
5:30 - 6:30 pm, SSCB 3311
Open to all. Register now!
Sponsor: Career Services
Contact: Beth Kungel Borck
Friday, February 26
NCBI
Workshop:Smashing Stereotypes and Embracing Our Differences: Culture and Diversity Presenters: Linda Contreras-Bullock, Intercultural and International Student Services 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, TBA Free. Open to all.Free lunch included. The National Coalition Building Institute (NCBI) workshop has been designed to help leaders understand the dynamics of diversity. Leaders will learn skills for building caring organizations by embracing appreciation for and welcoming diversity in all forms through a series of interactive personal and small group explorations. Outcomes: Identify the information and misinformation we have learned about groups other than our own; Identify and express pride in the groups to which we belong; Learn how groups, other than our own, experience mistreatment; Learn the personal impact of specific incidents of discrimination or mistreatment; and, learn skills which will enable us to build community and handle difficult situations more effectively. Sponsor: The Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement (SLICE) Contact: Jennifer Clark, 281.283.2611 or ClarkJen@uhcl.edu
Tuesday, March 2
Workshop:What Is Your Leadership Style? (Myers-Briggs Personality Type) Presenters: Dr. Cindy Cook, UHCL Counseling Services 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, TBA Free. Open to all. * Must take MBTI in Career Services by 12pm Feb. 26th in order to participate in this workshop. This seminar will help you learn about your communication/leadership style via the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), and how to work better with people who have different styles. All participants will receive their personal profiles from Career Services during this session. Sponsor: The Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement (SLICE) Contact: Jennifer Clark, 281.283.2611 or ClarkJen@uhcl.edu
Wednesday, March 3
Study Skills and Test Preparation 3:00 - 4:00 pm, SSCB Lecture Hall Open to all. With midterms approaching this workshop will provide you with some strategies to help as you prepare for your exams Sponsor: IISS Intercultural Student Services Contact: Susana Hernandez at 281-283-2565
Thursday, March 4
Texas Job Fair
10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Houston Baptist University, Glasscock Center Open to all UHCL Students. Job fair details are available at www.haccc.org/TexasJobFair.htm. Limited shuttle services is available. To sign up, visit Career Services, SSCB 3109. Requires a $10 deposit to hold spot on bus, which is refunded upon boarding. Sponsor: HACCC, Houston Area Consortium of Career Centers Contact: Career Services
Workshop:Fitness/Wellness: Leading by Example Presenters: Cary Hair III, Student Life Office – Fitness Zone 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, TBA Free. Open to all. Are you taking care of yourself, as well as those who follow your leadership? What more can you be doing to maintain your stamina as a leader? Those who choose to lead are often individuals gifted with high energy and drive. At the same time, pursuing lofty goals places heavy demands on physical and psychological reserves. There is an inherent tension between taking care of one’s self – of preserving one’s own well-being – and accomplishing the mission at any cost. This session will address how to improve your stamina through proper nutrition, fitness, and a holistic health regime. Sponsor: The Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement (SLICE) Contact: Jennifer Clark, 281.283.2611 or ClarkJen@uhcl.edu
Saturday, March 6
Film: Up in the Air Speaker: TBA 7:00 pm, SSCB Lecture Hall Cost: $3.75 A tale about modern life and modern problems. George Clooney stars as business traveler, who is missing all the really important connections in life. Sponsors: Student Life's Film and Speaker Series Contact: Sonia Hernandez, 281-283-2560
Sunday, March 7
Film: Up in the Air Speaker: TBA 3:00 pm, SSCB Lecture Hall Cost: $3.75 A tale about modern life and modern problems. George Clooney stars as business traveler, who is missing all the really important connections in life. Sponsors: Student Life's Film and Speaker Series Contact: Sonia Hernandez, 281-283-2560
Cultural Extravaganza 7:00 - 10:00 pm, Bayou Theater Open to all. Free. Register your performance with IISS - cultural dancing, singing, poetry or traditional costume walk. Celebrate cultures of the world through music, dance and food. Sponsors: IISS Intercultural and International Student Services Contact: Susana Hernandez at 281-283-2565
Voices of Colour Speaker Series Theme: Making It in a Man's World Speaker: TBD 12 noon - 1:00 pm, Bayou Garden Room Open to all. Free. Sponsor: IISS Intercultural Student Services Contact: Julie Smith at 281-283-2565
Workshop (Encore Presentation):NSLS: Becoming the Highest Version of Yourself Presenters: Dr. Bertice Berry
12 noon - 1:30 pm, SSCB 1.202.07 Free. Open to all. Dr. Berry a well-respected sociologist, author, lecturer and educator. She has won the NACA Speaker of the Year award, and is back by popular demand for her second appearance with the Society. Highlights include: Illuminate a path for others to live and learn; Evolve yourself and transcend competition; Find your journey to accomplish your purpose. Sponsor: The Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement (SLICE) Contact: Jennifer Clark, 281.283.2611 or ClarkJen@uhcl.edu
Film: Salt of the Earth Speaker: Dr. Angela Howard & Dr. Frances Kavenik, University of Wisconsin-Parkside 7:00 pm, The Forest Room, Bayou Bldg Cost: Free with UHCL ID. The only US-made film banned in the US. True life events. Zinc miners, fed up with the life- threatening conditions, organize a walk-out. Sponsors: Student Life's Film and Speaker Series Contact: Sonia Hernandez, 281-283-2560
Friday, March 12
Workshop:Dealing With Difficult People: Conflict Management and Resolution Presenters: Dr. Gary Adams, UHCL Counseling Services 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, TBA Free. Open to all. Part One: Concepts and Theories (10:00am - noon) Part Two: Application and Practice (1pm – 3pm) * If you attended this program last semester, you may attend Part Two, which will be new. Unsure of how to respond when people are hostile, aggressive, or irrational? Tired of being manipulated by someone who is passive aggressive? Having a hard time confronting people? This workshop will help you develop the tools you need to effectively communicate in challenging situations. Sponsor: The Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement (SLICE) Contact: Jennifer Clark, 281.283.2611 or ClarkJen@uhcl.edu
Saturday, March 13
Film: Salt of the Earth Speaker: Dr. Adam Hodges 7:00 pm, The Forest Room, Bayou Bldg Cost: Free with UHCL ID. The only US-made film banned in the US. True life events. Zinc miners, fed up with the life- threatening conditions, organize a walk-out. Sponsors: Student Life's Film and Speaker Series Contact: Sonia Hernandez, 281-283-2560
Tuesday, March 23
Workshop (Live Broadcast):NSLS: Start Smart Finish Rich Presenters: David Bach 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, SSCB Lecture Hall Free. Open to all. Millions of people around the world have learned how to take action to live and finish rich, thanks to the works of best-selling author David Bach. His eight consecutive national bestsellers (including two consecutive #1 New York Times bestsellers) have had a profound influence on the way Americans approach finances. Highlights include: Build a fortune by finding your Latte Factor; Protect and build your credit; Pay off your student loans; Become a millionaire by 30. Sponsor: The Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement (SLICE) Contact: Jennifer Clark, 281.283.2611 or ClarkJen@uhcl.edu
Cultural Arts: Mercury Baroque Ensemble L’ Estro Armonico: The Genius of Harmony
8:00 pm, Bayou Theater
Cost: See webpage.
The Mercury strings dazzle in Vivaldi’s groundbreaking work.
Complimentary reception held after the concert.
Sponsor: Student Life's Cultural Arts
Contact: Andrew Reitberger, 281.281.2560
LGBT Health Expo 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Bayou Atrium I Open to all. Community and campus organizations provide a variety of health-related information. Details available later. Sponsor: IISS Intercultural Student Services Contact: Julie Smith at 281-283-2565
Workshop (Encore Presentation):NSLS: Start Smart Finish Rich Presenters: David Bach noon - 1:30 pm, SSCB Lecture Hall Free. Open to all. Millions of people around the world have learned how to take action to live and finish rich, thanks to the works of best-selling author David Bach. His eight consecutive national bestsellers (including two consecutive #1 New York Times bestsellers) have had a profound influence on the way Americans approach finances. Highlights include: Build a fortune by finding your Latte Factor; Protect and build your credit; Pay off your student loans; Become a millionaire by 30. Sponsor: The Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement (SLICE) Contact: Jennifer Clark, 281.283.2611 or ClarkJen@uhcl.edu
Saturday, April 10
Chili Cook-Off to the 21th Degree noon - 4:00 pm, SSCB Lawn. (Rain location to be determined) Open to all. Preregistration required. All are allowed to enter the Chili Contest or attend this festive event to enjoy the chili entries, games, and music. Sponsor and Contact: Student Life Office, 281-283-2560
Wednesday, April 14
Voices of Colour Speaker Series
Theme: Making It in a Man's World
Speaker: TBD
12 noon - 1:00 pm, Bayou Garden Room
Open to all. Free.
Sponsor: IISS Intercultural Student Services
Contact: Julie Smith at 281-283-2565
Saturday, April 17
Twogether in Texas: Premarital Workshop
9:00 am - 5:00 pm, SSCB TBA
Free.
Open to all couples who are seriously dating, engaged, or recently married.
Registration required: Contact Julie Smith, smithj@uhcl.edu, 281.281.2578 to register
Learn the skills for a lasting relationship; effective communication, managing stress and anger, and supporting each other. Lunch provided.
Sponsor: Family Services of Greater Houston's Twogether in Texas
Sponsor: IISS Intercultural Student Services Contact: Julie Smith at 281-283-2565
Cultural Arts: Mama's Night Out 8:00 pm, Bayou Theater Cost: See webpage. You don’t have to be a mom to enjoy the hilarious comedy of these ladies! The stars of Mama’s Night Out will leave you rolling in the aisles. A southerner, a sassy Brit and a native New Yorker,these three first met when they were chosen to appear on Nick at Nite’s first Search for the Funniest Mom in America. By the end of the show, you’ll feel like Karen, Nancy & Sherry are your friends as well. So grab your spouse or a friend (or both) and get a baby-sitter! You won’t want to miss a minute of Mama’s Night Out! Complimentary reception held after the concert. Sponsor: Student Life's Cultural Arts Contact: Andrew Reitberger, 281.281.2560
Monday, April 19
National Day of Silence: TBD
12 noon - 1:00 pm, Bayou Garden Room
Open to all.
The National Day of Silence brings attention to anti-LGBT name-calling, bullying and harassment in schools. Each year the event has grown, now with hundreds of thousands of students coming together to encourage schools and classmates to address the problem of anti-LGBT behavior.
Sponsor: IISS Intercultural Student Services
Contact: Julie Smith at 281-283-2565
Cultural Arts: Classical in the Raw
8:00 pm, Bayou Theater
Cost: See webpage.
The ensemble presents a refreshing take on Mozart’s Symphony No.40 and Beethoven’s Symphony No.1. Complimentary reception held after the concert.
Sponsor: Student Life's Cultural Arts
Contact: Andrew Reitberger, 281.281.2560
If you require an accommodation for a specific disability to participate in an event, contact the sponsoring department, organization or office at least one week prior to the date of the event.
