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The application to apply to participate in the Dinsmore Pre-Law Minority Program is open. This is a full learning experience built to support those that identify as BIPOC students interested in attending law school. The program will start in September 2021; beginning with the Orientation session. Two information sessions will be offered to explain more about this opportunity. You may register using the associated link to this announcement.

Green Crew is an environmental club on campus, and tomorrow we will be meeting on Zoom to discuss "Being Low-Waste During a Pandemic," an episode on Apple Podcasts by No Trash Talk. While we discuss this episode, we will also design stickers! Email savannah_gosney@mymail.eku.edu for the zoom link.

Are you interested in providing service to the Community and Nation, and growing on your skills as a leader and team member. Then Alpha Phi Omega is the place for you. We are a Co-Ed service fraternity and we will be hosting a info night Tonight at 8:30 to tell you who we are and what we do. We would love to see you there. If you are interested contact Christopher Zachman at Christopher_zachm@mymail.eku.edu for the zoom link or any questions you might have. Hope you have a wonderful day!

EKU Men's Club Volleyball is currently recruiting players for the Spring 2021 season. If you are interested in learning the game, have played before, or want to better yourself at the game please reach out to john_nelson42@mymail.eku.edu or evan_cornett13@mymail.eku.edu. COVID-19 has warranted the adaptation of practices, so if you are interested please email one of the previously listed emails.

Are you looking into Law School or have questions about Law School? Come join us this Wednesday, in listening to EKU Alumni talk about their experience in applying, attending, and graduating Law School! At the end there will be an opportunity for everyone to ask questions! Email Erin for the zoom link!

Crack climbing is one of those often overlooked gems of rock climbing. While bouldering requires a degree of power, and sport climbing requires a degree of endurance, crack climbing requires a degree of technique. In this clinic you will be provided with a chance to understand different types of cracks and how to climb them with ease. Intro to crack climbing will cover tape gloves, types of jams, terminology, and the application of these concepts. Register at mycampusrec.eku.edu

Beyond Labels is an affirming support group for students who have and/or are questioning having LGBTQ* identities. This is a weekly virtual support group provided by the EKU Counseling Center. Beyond Labels meets Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30pm and is hosted through a secure video platform. TO ATTEND TODAY’S GROUP: email Melissa.Bartsch@eku.edu 15 minutes prior to group start time to receive instructions on how to join today’s group. Please contact Melissa Bartsch at melissa.bartsch@eku.edu or (859)622-1303 for more information.

Black Voices is a safe space for students of color to express and discuss personal experiences with other EKU students of color. This discussion-based support group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 2-3pm and is hosted by a secure video platform. For more information, please contact Melissa Cozart at melissa.cozart@eku.edu or (859)622-1303. TO ATTEND TODAY’S GROUP: email Melissa.Cozart@eku.edu 15 minutes prior to group start time to receive instructions on how to join today’s group.

Coping with COVID is an affirming support group for students who have tested positive for the COVID-19 virus and are in isolation. This is a weekly virtual support group offered three times per week.
MONDAYS @ 3:00-4:00pm: contact michalle.rice@eku.edu for attendance link TUESDAYS @ 11:30am-12:30pm: contact melissa.cozart@eku.edu for attendance link THURSDAYS @ 3:30-4:30pm: contact paul.morgan@eku.edu for attendance link TO ATTEND TODAY’S GROUP: email the group leader (listed above) 15 minutes prior to the group start time to receive instructions on how to join group. This group is provided by the EKU Counseling Center and is hosted through a secure video platform.

Pathfinders is an affirming weekly support group for students who are first generation college students. At EKU, a student is considered "first gen" if they are the first in their family to attend a four-year university or if neither of their parents/guardians have completed a bachelor’s degree. Some first gen students may have older siblings who have attended college. This virtual group is provided by the EKU Counseling Center and is hosted through a secure video platform. TO ATTEND TODAY’S GROUP: email Brett.Smith@eku.edu 15 minutes prior to group start time. Dr. Smith will email you instructions on how to join today’s group.

Join Student Life & First-Year Experience and the EKU Libraries for a general trivia night! We'll also be throwing in a few Library and general questions as well, so study up! All participants will receive a goodie bag after the event, and our top three trivia winners will walk away with awesome prizes! Be sure to RSVP before 6pm on Feb. 24th to receive the Zoom link.

Join the EKU Counseling Center staff today for a workshop on Distress Tolerance. When life feels like you’re currently in the middle of an unfinished Jumanji game, your emotions can activate with a high degree of intensity. Changes in your daily routine and the people you’re around can lead to a mixture of emotions. These new experiences can be stressful. The tools provided in this workshop are aimed to provide you with skills to navigate these intense emotions and increase the positive experiences throughout your day.

The College of Letters, Arts, & Social Sciences (CLASS) is offering a $500 stipend to a graduating student to present a commencement speech at the Spring 2021 Graduation Ceremony. To be eligible, you must have applied for Spring or Summer 2021 graduation within CLASS. Please check your EKU student email for directions on submitting an electronic and video recorded version of your speech. Submissions should be sent to Amy.Thieme@eku.edu by March 19, 2021.

The Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, in partnership with EKU African and African American Studies, and the KY Center for Veterans Studies, will host "For Love of Liberty," a PBS documentary about the contributions of Black service members throughout American history. The film will be followed by a discussion with distinguished veteran panelists. There are two opportunities to watch and join in the discussion. February 23 at 7:00 PM
February 25 at 7:00 PM Click the link below, and reserve your spot today to join EKU in celebrating Black History month.

The R User Group is a free activity open to everyone on campus. The purpose of this group is to build a community of people interested in using the programming language R. The goal is to exchange ideas, collaborate, and provide support to one another. Participants at all levels of experience are welcome. The EKU R User Group meets the last Tuesday of every month. Register to attend here.
https://eku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIvde-hqDMuHNDOi5hHzNkW6WMQx3GP4G_L

Let’s Talk is a free, confidential consultation service offered through the EKU Counseling Center for currently enrolled EKU Students.
Have a specific problem but unsure about counseling? Wonder what it's like to talk with a mental health therapist or psychologist? Concerned about a friend but not sure how to help? The EKU Counseling Center is providing easy access to informal, confidential conversations with our professional mental health clinicians!
If you are interested in utilizing this resource, please click on this link on Tuesdays between 2:30-4:30PM. https://EKUCC.doxy.me/ekucckevinstanley The counselor will start the meeting as soon as they are finished with the previous student.