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Issue date: 2/4/09 Section: News
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The Student Senate of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College will be sponsoring Health Awareness Week, which will run from February 9th to the 12th. Different events are planned for each day and will focus on many aspects of overall health. (See story on Page 4)
Ryan White's mother to give talk at SMWC
Jeanne White-Ginder, mother of Ryan White and national advocate for people living with HIV and AIDS, will speak at SMWC Feb. 12, 2009, as part of the College's Four-Star Series. Her presentation, which will begin at 7 p.m. in the Cecilian Auditorium of SMWC's Conservatory of Music Building, is being co-sponsored by the SMWC Student Senate. The Senate is coordinating Health Awareness Week at SMWC Feb. 9-12.
Ryan White was diagnosed with AIDS at age 13 and gained international notoriety fighting for his right to attend school. In the process, he opened the hearts and minds of millions of people. He was, as Ted Koppel described him on Nightline, "an extraordinary young man; brave, tolerant and wise beyond his years."
During the time between his diagnosis in 1984 and his death in 1990, Ryan was featured on numerous television shows and magazine covers and was the subject of a television movie about his life. He became friends with world-renowned athletes and entertainers, including Elton John, Greg Louganis and Michael Jackson, all of whom offered Ryan and his family their support. He spoke out often and eloquently about the challenges he faced and the need for greater compassion towards people with HIV and AIDS. Despite the ravages of the illness to his body and the discrimination he faced, Ryan remained a positive, healing force throughout his life.
Student lit mag wants your work
The staff of Aurora Literary Arts Magazine at SMWC reminds all students, faculty and staff that is deadline to submit original work is Feb. 16, which is President's Day.
Wanted: works of fiction, poetry, nonfiction, photography, and art . Basically, if you're a writer or visual artist, they want to publish your work. Aurora is the Campus' oldest publication.
Submitting your work is easy. Just go to the following website: http://www.smwc.edu/college_services/publications/aurora.php
The submission guidelines and cover sheets are on the Aurora website. Send all submissions to msilotto@smwc.edu. You can also browse last year's issue there.
SMWC class offers tax assistance
Trained volunteers at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College offer tax assistance again this year.
The tax law class is busy completing IRS certification for this year's VITA site on campus. This service is open to all SMWC students, faculty, and staff members and the surrounding community. The VITA site is targeted towards those with basic returns and total income of $42,000 and under.
VITA services will be provided at SMWC on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., through April 15. There is no charge to get your federal and state taxes completed and e-filed. To take advantage of this opportunity, appointments must be made in advance by calling the SMWC Library at 812-535-5223. When calling, simply state that you would like to make an appointment with the VITA Program. Call the library early because there are a limited amount of appointments and the schedule will fill quickly.
For more information, contact Jamie McCracken at 535-5260 or Jennie Mitchell at 535-5279.
Seniors display art through Feb. 18
The Saint Mary of the Woods College Art Gallery's next exhibition features the work of SMWC seniors Angelina Baker and Cynthia Phillips.
The exhibition, which is a culmination of Baker's and Phillips' work as students at SMWC, will be on display through Feb. 18. An opening reception is today, Feb. 4, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the gallery.
The SMWC Art Gallery is located in Hulman Hall, room 132. Admission is free and open to the public. Regular Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, noon to 4 p.m.
Spring play at SMWC Feb. 19-22
The annual spring play at SMWC will be performed Feb. 19-22 in the Cecilian Auditorium of the SMWC Conservatory of Music building.
This year's play is "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie," a comedy-drama about an eccentric teacher who inspires a cult-like following among her "girls" and the administration's desire to force her resignation
The stage adaptation of "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie" was written by Jay-Presson Allen and based on the book by Muriel Sparks. The play centers on an eccentric teacher, Miss Jean Brodie, who has an irrepressible drive to "stimulate, enliven and uplift" her students. She instructs them on the ways of life, and ignoring the more mundane subjects, she teaches them of love, politics and art.
Originally set in Scotland during World War II, "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie" was adapted into a memorable film starring Maggi Smith. SMWC's production will feature professional actress Delia Taylor as Miss Jean Brodie. Taylor has previously directed two shows at SMWC and also presented numerous workshops. She works as a professional actress, stage manager and director in Washington, D.C., and is currently the producing manager of The Jewish Center Professional Theatre in Washington, D.C.
Show times will be Feb. 19 at 7 p.m., Feb. 20 and 21 at 8 p.m. and Feb. 22 at 2 p.m. Discussions with the cast and director will follow the Friday and Sunday performances. There will also be a reception following the Friday performance and discussion.
Tickets for "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie" are $10 for adults and $5 for senior citizens and students. All SMWC students, faculty and staff will be admitted for free. The production does not include adult language or explicit scenes, but there are adult themes, so it is not recommended for children 12 and under.
Learn how to network at 'mocktail' party
The SMWC Career Development Center offers a chance for students to learn how to network with SMWC alumnae. An event titled Mocktail Party is set for Feb. 19 at 7 p.m. Business attire is required, as well as a reservation.
The event is for students who want to learn the art of striking up a conversation in order to better network for careers and career advice. Contact the Career Center at 535-5188. Deadline is Feb. 12.
High school art competition returns
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College will once again celebrate young women artists through the Eleventh Annual SMWC High School Women's Art Competition. On display Feb. 22-27, all female students in grades 9 through 12 are eligible.
A catered reception will be Feb. 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. with awards presented at 3 p.m. Art teachers, parents, family and friends are welcome to attend the reception.
The artwork will be judged by the SMWC art faculty. The top 10 artists will receive a $1,000 Creative Art Scholarships for each year enrolled in the campus program at SMWC for up to four years. The first place winner will also receive $100 and the second and third place winners will each receive $50. Certificates will be given to each participant.
For more information, a list of rules and entry forms, check with your high school art teacher or contact Rebecca Mollenhauer, art gallery director, by phone at 812-535-5265 or by email at artgallery@smwc.edu.
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