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Are you interested in studying abroad in an African country? Join us on Zoom February 25 at 3:00 pm to find out more about your opportunities to study abroad. Join us through this Zoom Link: https://eku.zoom.us/j/7587352043 If you can't make it to the meeting but are interested, please email ekuabroad@eku.edu to set up an individual appointment.

The Spanish Film Series is back with the award-wining, Guatemalan-French movie Ixcanul. EKU students are invited to the screening and discussion in McCreary Hall. Admission is limited due to Covid-19 restriction and social distance must be observed and face mask is required. Alternatively, students can watch the screening via zoom by registering here: https://eku.zoom.us/j/93936616465?pwd=Wi9pelphSVpDa1BRRCs4aXArMzBZUT09 Screening begins ar 5PM.

Talithia Williams
"Power in Numbers: Rebel Women of Mathematics"
Thursday, March 4, 7:30 PM
YouTube Streaming Link: https://youtu.be/-VLRKzzc420
Women’s History and Celebration of Science and Mathematics Keynote Address
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Talithia Williams is professor of mathematics and statistics at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California and the author of the critically praised book, "Power In Numbers: Rebel Women of Mathematics." Williams received her B.S. in Mathematics from Spelman College before earning Master’s degrees in Mathematics from Howard University and in Statistics from Rice University and finally a PhD in Statistics from Rice University. In addition to teaching, her professional experience includes research appointments at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the National Security Agency and NASA. In 2018, she was the host of the 6-part PBS series, NOVA Wonders.

Psychology Students: The Psychology department is offering a series of professional development workshops every Thursday at 1:30 PM. Log in tomorrow, Thursday, February 25th at 1:30 PM to learn more about in-person and online networking! With the virtual job fair coming up, you do not want to miss it! Information can be found using the link below or by going to EKU's CApP website:
https://sites.google.com/eku.edu/eku-capp-psy-pd-modules/home?authuser=0 Hope to see you there!

Interested in learning more about careers in Environmental Health Science through EKU alumni? Or looking to explore a new field? If so, the Student Environmental Health Association (SEHA) is hosting its 25th annual Environmental Health Symposium! Join us for this exciting and informative event as an impressive lineup of speakers talk about their experience and the countless opportunities in the field! This all takes place March 24th from 9am-3pm virtually on Zoom! To register for the Symposium head to www.ehsky.org The first 75 registrations will receive a free EHS Symposium T-shirt!* We hope to see you there! *must attend event to receive t-shirt.

The Noel Studio is now offering IN-PERSON consultations for Spring 2021. To ensure the safety of students, staff, and faculty, we will adhere strictly to applicable COVID-19 guidelines. Visit our COVID-19 Policies/Updates webpage to learn more about guidelines for IN-PERSON consultations and space usage.
Availability of IN-PERSON consultations is limited to adhere to physical/social distancing and reduced occupancy guidelines. Our scheduling software will display the most up-to-date information regarding the number of available consultations. IN-PERSON consultations must be scheduled at least one hour in advance (no drop-in consultations). We will continue to offer ONLINE consultations for students who need or prefer to receive assistance online. Need assistance scheduling a consultation? Chat with us at studio.eku.edu

EKU Housing & Residence Life will host an event entitled S.H.O.E.S (Students Honoring Others Everyday Struggles) on April 8, 2021, Lower Powell Plaza from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. This event is focused on mental health and raising awareness to the struggle’s students face every day. The event will collect pairs of shoes and stories anonymously from faculty, staff, and students about their mental health journey that will be displayed on campus. If you would like to donate any shoes, a collection box will be placed in Whitlock on the first floor and every residence hall until March 26th. If you would like to share a story click on “More on This Announcement” and follow the instructions on the page. Please be on the lookout for more updates about the event. This concept was originally developed and implemented by housing staff at East Carolina University and is being modified to meet the needs of our campus community.

Want to be passionate about your career? Want to LOVE what YOU do? Want to work where you play? Explore the world of Recreation & Park Administration with these partial-term classes (03/15-05/08) offered this spring: REC 101: Rec & Tourism Careers (CRN: 23704)
REC 210: Equine Assisted Recreation Therapy (CRN: 22016)
REC 250: Tourism Videography & Social Media (CRN: 21150)
REC 290: Adventure Programming (CRN: 22177)
REC 311: Intro. to Recreation Therapy (CRN: 20140) For more information check out our website @ recreation.eku.edu or email Department Chair "Dr. J" @ jon.mcchesney@eku.edu

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.

Integrate to Regulate is a group designed to promote healing for trauma survivors. This group incorporates specific, concrete skills combined with expressive arts to support the process of trauma integration. This is a weekly virtual group provided by the EKU Counseling Center and is hosted through a secure video platform Please contact Andri Yennari at andri.yennari@eku.edu or (859)622-1303 if interested or for more information.

When general day-to-day life feels a lot like an unfinished Jumanji game, it can make life feel pretty overwhelming. This workshop will provide tools, habits, and tactics for navigating difficult times, and help manage the daily difficulties you may experience during the semester. To attend, go to https://counselingcenter.eku.edu/zone-wellness-zow and “Join Current Workshop”.

Start from Now is a group to support those dealing with body image issues and/or disordered eating patterns through a blend of education and discussion. This is a weekly virtual group provided by the EKU Counseling Center and hosted through a secure video platform. Please contact Melissa Cozart at melissa.cozart@eku.edu or (859)622-1303 if interested or for more information.

Join the staff of the EKU Counseling Center today for a workshop on Mindfulness. Being isolated in quarantine can lead to spending a lot of time on various activities that take your attention away from the present moment. Practicing mindfulness can be a great opportunity to improve your mental health by challenging yourself to be present and aware of your thoughts and feelings. In this workshop, you will learn tools that can help you practice mindfulness and work towards reducing and preventing stress, anxiety, depression, as well as many other concerns you may be experiencing.

Join the staff of the EKU Counseling Center today for a Workshop on organization and planning. The organization and planning module of the Feel Better Fast series will be aimed to help establish a routine to help with managing your day. We will work to establish a daily schedule to help you plan and prioritize your day. Additionally, we will brainstorm ways to increase your motivation and make it easier to initiate tasks, while hopefully making your day more enjoyable.

A soothing yoga practice that invites you to stretch, ground, and center with restorative poses and gentle movement. All levels of experience are invited to participate.

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.