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La mesa is the Spanish conversation club at EKU, a discussion group meeting weekly on campus and on zoom to acquire Spanish conversation skills and learn about the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. It is a fun, informal environment where Spanish learners connect with peers, native speakers, faculty and friends of the learning community. Attendance is documented for extra-credit Meet us this Wednesday at 5PM in the basement of McCreary Hall or contact Prof. Javier Alvarez for zoom link. All levels are welcome!!! Bienvenidos!

Looking for a great on campus job? Campus Recreation is hiring. Join us for our next Job Recruitment Session on Wednesday, September 1st. During the session, you will learn more about the department as well as the positions currently open. Registration is strongly encouraged and can be done by clicking "More On This Announcement".

Come enjoy free food, live music, and play some yard games with the Student Government Association.
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Are you interested in studying abroad but aren't sure how you would fund it? Join us in the Education Abroad Office at Keith 129 or over this Zoom link: https://eku.zoom.us/j/98289662447?pwd=aEt3QlBPUFlWU2NoUnVCQS93UGlDZz09 Tuesday, August 31 at 3:00 pm and learn more about scholarship opportunities that are available for study abroad. If you can't make it to the meeting, you are also also welcome to email ekuabroad@eku.edu to set up an individual appointment to discuss scholarships and study abroad programs that are a good fit for you.

Would you know what to do during a community-wide chemical emergency? The Madison County Emergency Management Agency (EMA/CSEPP) normally conducts its annual disaster exercise on the third Wednesday of September around 9am. Due to COVID-19 concerns, Madison County, KYEM, and FEMA, have decided to conduct a limited exercise this year. EKU normally participates, but considering the current public health recommendations, EKU will not participate with our traditional activities, this year. August and September are excellent months to consider how you might protect yourself from a community-wide chemical release, such as what could occur at the Blue Grass Army Depot. Check out our Story and Video: https://emergency.eku.edu/insidelook/do-you-know-what-do-during-community-wide-chemical-emergency https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0J6RqbA2e70

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. Please contact Melissa Bartsch at melissa.bartsch@eku.edu or (859)622-1303 for more information.
TO ATTEND TODAY’S GROUP: email Melissa.Bartsch@eku.edu 15 minutes prior to group to receive group zoom link.

Color Coded 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.

Grief is a normal and natural response to loss. It can also feel overwhelming, lonely, and complicated. Grief group is safe space to receive support, learn to cope, and to connect with other students who are also adjusting to the death of a friend, family member, or loved one. This weekly virtual group is provided by the EKU Counseling Center and hosted through a secure video platform. A group orientation is required to join this group. Contact EKUCC clinician Michalle Rice, LPP at 859-622-1303 or email at michalle.rice@eku.edu for more information.

Come and join the Health Promotion team for Tasty Tuesday from 5:00 - 7:00 pm in the Student Recreation Center! We will have delicious healthy snacks for you to enjoy. We hope to see you there!

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. Click "More on This Announcement" for more information about this session.

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.