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Skyline Views
Members of the
Black Student Union (above) enjoy one another and the view of San Antonio
from the recently renovated Skyline Room. This month the University began
hosting TUesday Happy hours once a week from 5 - 7 p.m. (on Tuesdays,
naturally). Hopefully this will be a new tradition that fosters student,
faculty, and staff interaction over beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages
and snacks. Other campus weekday traditions include Wednesday Nacho Hour,
Thursday Milk and Cookies with Campus & Community Involvement, and Trinitone
and Acabella performances on Fridays, all in the Coates Center.
If you are visiting campus stop in for lunch at the Skyline Room from 11
a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Dean of Students
Parents,
This week our class newsletters are being published the same day as
our parent newsletter. Please click on the link below to see
what was sent to students in the class newsletters.
Sincerely,
Mr. David M. Tuttle
Associate
Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students
Dean of Students' Social Media
Trinity Parents Council
HONOR THOSE WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE! As the end
of the school year approaches, we find ourselves being thankful for those
who make a difference in the daily lives of our students. Perhaps it is the
professor who encourages intellectual curiosity, the housekeeper who cleans
with care, the coach who inspires record athletic performances, the dining
hall staff member who provides meals with a smile, the roommate who has
become like family, or even your own student! There are many faculty, staff,
and students who make a difference at Trinity. One way to show your
appreciation is to make a gift to the Trinity Parents Fund in honor of that
special person. It is easy to do! When you make your gift online at
trinity.edu/give,
add the name of the person you are honoring in the "Comments" section.
Trinity will notify the person of your thoughtfulness. If you have questions
or prefer to make your gift over the telephone, call Jennifer McElroy,
director of parent giving programs, at
210-999-8438
. She can also be reached via e-mail
jmcelroy@trinity.edu.
Counseling Services
Mom! I’ve Gained Weight!”: Understanding and Responding to the "Freshman
15”
Many parents are likely to hear their son or daughter lament their college
weight gain. It is no secret that many college students gain 10 or more
pounds during their first year of college. But what is a parent to think—or
say—when their child expresses concern over a recent weight gain?
Read more.
--Kristin E. Eisenhauer, Ph.D.
Career Services
Resume Writing for College Students
Is it important for college students, even
first-years, to have a resume? I believe that it is but most students were
not required to write one in high school and many wait until their last
semester of senior year to get one started. This is problematic for several
reasons. First, even for part-time or volunteer jobs a resume gives one an
edge. When I talk with recruiters for these types of jobs they tell me most
applicants do not supply a resume so when they get one, it immediately sets
the applicant apart. Secondly, it is a record of achievement that can be
used for a number of other purposes when communicating and networking.
Finally, everyone will need a resume at some point including students who
choose to go to graduate school first, so why not develop something as soon
as possible, and just update it as necessary. As students prepare for the
rush to obtain a summer job or internship now would be a good time to draft
a resume and upload it to our
TigerJobs
system.
Students needing assistance with
resume writing
can make an appointment with Career Services and we will be happy to help.
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Brian
Hirsch, Ph.D., director of
Career Services
Health Services
Student Health 101 - March Edition
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You can read the March issue of the Parent Perspective
online.
You are also invited to read the accompanying Student Health 101
issue for our students
online.
The
March issue includes:
- The Five Elements of Fitness: Incorporate new strategies
- Feed Your Body, Nourish Your Mind
- What's Your Learning Style?: Ways to apply what works for you.
- The 8 Hour Advantage: Discover the science behind shut-eye.
- UCookbook: Comfort Food Makeovers
- FitnessU: Gym-Free Routines
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Hours for
Spring break and Easter
Health Services does not have physician hours over Spring
break. Nurses are available Monday through Friday 8
a.m. to 5 p.m., March 11 - 15. Health Services is
closed March 29 - 31 in observance of Easter.
Registration Requirements for all Continuing Students
Immediately
following Spring Break, on March 18 students will be
required to either complete an online waiver,
providing proof of personal health insurance, or complete an
online enrollment for the Student Health Insurance
Plan before registering for next fall’s classes in April.
The links for these pages will be available to students on
the
Tiger’s Lair Portal
and the
Health Services Web page,
beginning March 18. This is a university requirement for
all students enrolling for more than 9 hours or
participating in a full time graduate program. On April
1 holds will be placed for students who have not
completed either an online waiver or enrollment, preventing
them from registering for classes until this requirement has
been met. For more information about this requirement and
how the Affordable Care Act has affected the student health
insurance plan
click here.
Residential Life
Rising Juniors Interested in Living Off Campus
Because being a residential campus is central to the mission of Trinity
University, all unmarried undergraduate students are required to live on
campus for three years (six fall and spring semesters). In past years, in
order to help relieve overcrowding in the upper-class residence halls, it
was necessary to allow juniors to petition to live off campus. Considering
that the residence halls were not filled to capacity in the Fall 2012
semester or in the Spring 2013 semester, it is highly unlikely that
overcrowding will occur in the upcoming years. Therefore, our office does
not anticipate the need to exempt students from the University's residency
policy.
In the event it is
necessary to release students, there is a process by which students may
apply to be released from the three year residency requirement. Please see
the Residential Life Web page
for more details.
Dining Services
Before their friends dunk them in the fountain as tradition,
order your student a birthday cake to enjoy afterwards;
surprise them with a birthday cake package from
TU Dining!
Order today and have all your spring birthdays covered!
Visit our
CampusDish website and place your order today.
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1. Review
birthday party options
2. Click
‘login’ button on the top left
3. Create
a free new account to check out
You will be
contacted with confirmation of your order via e-mail!
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Like us on
Facebook for updates on hours, pictures from theme
nights, and more!
Maria from Mabee Dining Hall's Bakery displays her station's
decorative desserts on the Valentine's Day theme night.
Announcements
Spring Family Weekend 2013
Join the campus community
for spring family weekend Friday, April 5 - Sunday, April 7. A full schedule
of events can be found
online.
Preregistration
can be completed through March 31 or on-site when you arrive (thank you for
assisting us with a headcount!).
Student Care
Packages for Spring 2013 Finals
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Want to send your
student a care package without doing any of the work
yourself? The Concert for the Cure Foundation is hosting a
Care Package Fundraiser for Spring 2013 Finals. All proceeds
go towards the American Cancer Society’s Camp Discovery, a
weeklong summer camp in Kerrville, Texas that is open to
children 7-16 years old who are currently diagnosed with or
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The Concert for
the Cure Foundation’s contribution helps finance the camp so
that the American Cancer Society is able to provide this
experience for the children at no cost to their families.
The Concert for the Cure Foundation hosted its 8th annual
event at Cowboy’s Dance Hall in San Antonio this past
January and already raised $20,000 but would like to
continue raising money throughout the year.
Look out for a form in the mail to
purchase a care package. Each care package will consist of various fruits,
snacks, and miscellaneous items for only $15. Further instructions on pick
up will be sent to your student via e-mail.
E-mail Kimi Siu at
ksiu@trinity.edu for more information on the fundraiser and visit
www.concertforthecuresa.org
for more information about the Concert for the Cure Foundation.
Upcoming Career Services Events
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Wine, Dine, Act Fine
3/4/13 (Monday), 6-8:30 p.m., Skyline Room, CUC
Seniors can enjoy a 4-course meal with hostess Ms. Diane
Gottsman of The Protocol School of Texas. Students will
learn how to make a great first impression and navigate
through a formal dinner. Tickets are $15 per student and
are payable by Tiger Card or check. Space is limited so
students should R.S.V.P. today! Students can stop by Career
Services or call the office
210-999-8321 to
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Hiring Heroes Career Fair
3/5/13 (Tuesday), 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Sam Houston Community Center (Fort Sam
Houston)
Career
opportunities for wounded, ill, injured, and transitioning service
members, veterans, military spouses, and primary care. Come talk
with DoD, other federal agencies and private sector recruiters about
future opportunities in civilian career fields. Even if you are not
getting out of the military for another 6 months or longer-come talk
with recruiters and start networking! For more information contact
Ty Redmon at
571-372-2123. |
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San Antonio Spurs Networking Event
3/6/13 (Wednesday), 5:15-6:30 p.m., AT&T Center (San Antonio)
Students can get the chance to network with several
senior executives from the Spurs including Tim Salier
and Frank Miceli, who are both VP’s of the company, as
well as upper level managers who are eager to meet
potential interns and employees. The Spurs Organization
has a wide range of departments that make us a great
place for individuals with many different majors to seek
employment. In order to come to the event students must
purchase tickets for $35 which will allow them to attend
the mixer, watch the Spurs warm up for the game, and
have a seat for the Spurs vs. Bulls game later that night.
Students can visit
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CRCC Asia Information Session
3/6/13 (Wednesday), 6-7 p.m., Woodlawn Room
For many students
the opportunity to gain experience on an internship in China is
often the distinguishing advantage they need to become a competitive
applicant in an increasingly saturated graduate job market. This
information session will provide students with information about the
China internship program. Internships are great ways for students to
display an ability to demonstrate skills needed in a practical
workplace environment. Students can visit
TigerJobs
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Camp Balcones Springs Information Table
3/7/13 (Thursday), 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Coates Lobby
Representatives from Camp Balcones Springs will be
on-campus recruiting students interested in being a
counselor for their summer 2013 season. Camp Balcones
Springs is committed to finding enthusiastic,
fun-loving, and caring counselors! Camp Balcones Springs
recruits from over 25 college campuses across the
country to find young men and women who are passionate
about working with campers and serving as a positive
role model. Students can learn more about this
organization and their hiring process by stopping by the
table to visit with the recruiter! |
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AbilityLinks.org Virtual Job Fair
3/11-3/15/13 (Monday-Friday), Online
AbilityLinks, the
job opportunity website for persons with disabilities, is hosting a
virtual job fair. All job seekers with disabilities and employers
that value disability diversity are invited. Registration is easy,
students just need to post a resume on AbilityLinks and complete a
brief sign up form. Students interested should visit
www.abilitylinks.org to sign up
or contact Ken Skord at
kskord@abilitylinks.org to learn
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Spring
Break Making Connections 2013
Students can come meet and mingle
in a welcoming setting with dynamic and engaging Trinity students and alumni who can answer questions about student’s career
fields, internships, and graduate schools. This is a great opportunity for
students to network and make lasting connections. Learn more about
networking and the Making Connections events
here.
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Spring Making Connections Schedule:
Bay Area - 3/13/2013 (Wednesday), 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
New York City - 3/14/2013 (Thursday), 6:30 - 9 p.m.
New England - 3/16/2013 (Saturday), 12:30 - 2 p.m.
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Crest Industries Information Session
3/19/13 (Tuesday), 6-7 p.m., NH 312
Students can learn about employment opportunities with
Crest Industries a holding company for a family of
world-class project-oriented companies serving the
electric utility, commercial and industrial electrical
contractor and forestry industries. Students can learn
more and R.S.V.P. for this event in
TigerJobs.
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Kerrville Independent School District Job Fair
3/23/13 (Saturday), 8-11:30 a.m., Kerrville, TX
Kerrville
Independent School District is hosting its 8th annual job
fair! Kerrville ISD is looking for future teachers! Registration and
meet/greet starts at 8 a.m., interviews begin at 8:30 a.m. and an
interview is guaranteed. The afternoon is for callbacks for selected
candidates. Students should bring three copies of their resume and
dress professionally. For more information students can call
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Energy Future Holdings On Campus Interview
3/27/13 (Wednesday), Scheduled, Career Services
Energy Future
Holdings in coming to Trinity to interview students for a Risk
Analyst position. In this position the employee will be doing risk
reporting, credit risk, risk control, and market risk and analytics.
They are looking for students with a degree in finance, economics,
engineering, physics, mathematics, or related quantitative
disciplines. Students must submit their resume on TigerJobs by March
11th to be considered, qualified students will be
contacted to set up and interview. To learn more about the job and
to apply visit
TigerJobs.
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Medical Science Liaison Information Session (Lilly)
3/27/13 (Wednesday), 6-8 p.m., CSI 437
Lilly
was founded by Eli Lilly in 1876 and is now the 10th
largest pharmaceutical company in the world. Medical
Science Liaisons (MSLs) are field-based employees of
pharmaceutical companies who meet with PhD researchers
and MD clinicians. MSLs share scientific/medical
information and provide connections to scientists and
resources within the pharmaceutical company. Lilly MSLs
must be self-motivated and skilled in negotiation,
problem solving, and relationship building. Lilly MSLs
who live and work in Texas will be giving an overview of
the MSLs career and will talk about their training and
experiences. There will be an opportunity for students
to ask questions. Students can learn more and register
by visiting
TigerJobs.
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Carnegie Mellon University’s IT LAB Summer Internship
3/31/13 (Sunday), Online
Students can
apply for Carnegie Mellon University’s IT LAB paid summer
internship. The program is designed for students pursuing technical
undergraduate degrees such as computer science, engineering, math,
physics, information technology, and business information systems.
Students will work with CMU faculty on research projects in urban
systems, digital entertainment analytics, healthcare IT, and data
privacy. Along with their research activities, interns will take two
summer courses at CMU, one in empirical methods and one in
innovation. Students can apply at
www.heinz.cmu.edu/itlab;
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Campus Spotlight
Source: University
Communications
Student Communication
This section features e-mails that were sent to all students since the last
TrinitE newsletter. These are shared with you for your information. By
policy, students are responsible for information sent to them through
e-mail, which serves as an official Trinity University communication tool --
because all students are assigned accounts. We want you to see what they
have been sent. (Click on each heading to read the full
e-mail.)
Informational Announcements
Trinity in Focus
San Antonio Symphony Young People's Concert
Trinity Tower Scholars Day: March 2
Laurie Auditorium Event
The Difference
The difference between…
The Trinity Parent and Family newsletter
is an electronic
newsletter that is distributed to parents of new students in the summer.
The TrinitE Parent and Family electronic newsletter is sent to
subscribers about every three weeks during the academic year.
ParentTalk is an interactive listserv available to parents
and family members. Participants must subscribe to this list, which allows
parents to respond to posts submitted by others. It is a valuable list to
utilize to pose questions about local services, parental dilemmas, general
concerns, and inquiries.
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Deadlines/Events
March
2
- Baseball
- NCAA Men's Basketball
Playoff
- NCAA Diving
Championships
- Lecture:Vagina
Monologues
March 3
- Concert: Trinity Symphonic
Wind Ensemble
March 4
- Baseball
- Organ Recital: James
O'Donnell
March 5
- Concert: Trinity Percussion
Ensemble
- Baseball
March 7
- Baseball
- Concert: Trinity Symphony
Orchestra
March 8
- Softball
- Baseball
March 9 - 17
- Spring break; offices open
March 12
- Softball
- Baseball
March 13
- Baseball
March 17
- Baseball
March 19
- Mid-term grades submitted
to Registrar
March 20
- Men's & Women's Tennis
March 28
- Last day for undergraduate
withdrawal
March 29
- Good Friday holiday;
offices closed
April 5 - 7
- Spring Family Weekend
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