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YPP is planning some fun and exciting activities this fall! Be a part of a philanthropic movement that will enhance your leadership capabilities and other interpersonal skills most sought after by employers. All meetings will be held via Zoom or a reserved room on EKU main campus to practice CDC guidelines until further notice. Please help us spread the word and complete the form of interest today: https://forms.gle/wrTcanXy31CPAh7c7

Looking for an on campus job that pays well? The Digital Engagement Center is hiring. For more information follow this link: https://jobs.eku.edu/postings/17990

The Student Recreation Center will close at 6pm on Saturday, September 18th in support of the home EKU Football game.

RANDOLPH NESSE
"Good Reasons for Bad Feelings: Insights from the Frontier of Evolutionary Psychiatry"
Thurs. Sept. 23, 7:30 pm
https://youtu.be/O6eljFwaqxo Randolph M. Nesse is Research Professor of Life Sciences and Founding Director of The Center for Evolution and Medicine at Arizona State University, and Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry, Psychology and Social Research at The University of Michigan. He was the initial organizer and second president of the Human Behavior and Evolution Society and was the Founding President of The International Society for Evolution, Medicine and Public Health. The author of two influential books on evolutionary medicine and psychiatry, Dr. Nesse is a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, a Fellow of the Association for Psychological Sciences, and an elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

CApP Professional Development Workshop
Psychology Students-The Center for Applied Psychology (CApP) is hosting a series of professional development workshops to help you prepare for the Fall 2021 Job Fair. Join us on Thursday at 1:30 PM on Blackboard Collaborate to participate. This week's topic is Developing a Job Fair Resume. You can join the session using the CApP PD website or by clicking this link: https://sites.google.com/eku.edu/eku-capp-psy-pd-modules/home We hope to see you there!

EKU First-Year Courses, the Department of Psychology, and Women and Gender Studies are offering the second series of “Colonels Create” workshops beginning on September 30th, 2021. This year we specifically want to invite students who are members of the LGBTQIA+ community and allies! The event is FREE and all are welcome. We will learn mindfulness techniques while participating in a therapeutic, expressive arts exercise that will culminate in a mural representative of the resilience and inclusivity found among LGBTQIA+ students at EKU. If you are interested, please fill out the RSVP form that is linked. If you have any questions, please reach out to the listed contact person.

Join the Ladies of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for their RUSH informational.
Mask Required
Business Attire Required
EKU Student ID to enter
No Late Admittance
Must be present for entire informational to receive an application packet.

New Elective for Winter Term! This synchronous online class will provide an overview of issues unique to rural life in relation to human services with a close examination of the intersectionality of social, environmental, political and economic issues impacting life in rural areas. Sign up today for SWK 455 CRN 70149: RURAL COMMUNITIES: DIVERSITY, RESILIENCE AND CHANGE. It’s open to all majors. Only 15 available spots. Email the instructor with questions.

My name is Anna Kluesener and I am the president of the International Student Association (ISA). I plan to have a Start Up Mixer meeting on September 20th at 3:30pm in the Center for Inclusive Excellence and Global Engagement (Powell #13 aside Barnes and Noble Bookstore). There will be a short presentation about ISA and our work on campus, in addition to some free food. This will be a good chance to meet other students from around campus as well as from different backgrounds. This meeting will be very casual with the goal of answering any questions you have about this RSO. I hope to see you in Powell #13 in the Center for Inclusive Excellence.

To register your RSO - visit https://eku.campuslabs.com/engage/event/7368166.

Modern Warrior LIVE is the film version of the theatrical performance about one veteran’s experience when returning to civilian life and his recovery from trauma. Narrated by co-creator Staff Sergeant Jaymes Poling, who spent three years in Afghanistan as an infantryman with the 82nd Airborne Division, this autobiographical production details Poling’s time in the military and his subsequent transition back home.

Don't miss Nightshade Music in a free concert! Enjoy as they perform original and cover rock and country songs!

Monday, September 20, 5:00 PM The EKU CIS Student Club is open to all EKU students interested in learning more about computer technology and careers in IT. Bring your laptop to the next meeting. We will install VirtualBox and Ubuntu Linux.

Feeling adventurous? Love hands-on learning experiences? Need to add 1-3 credit hours to your fall schedule? Register for these unique and exciting partial-term classes & discover the world of Recreation & Park Administration! REC 110: SCUBA Confined Water (1 credit) - Relationships of scuba diving to adventure tourism, introduction to scuba diving equipment and techniques in confined water settings. (9/20-10-24)
CRN: 15389 REC 190: Challenge Course Introduction (1 credit) - Outdoor-based experiential focus using the EKU Challenge Course, climbing tower, and group initiatives. (9/20-10/24)
CRN: 15506 REC 290: Adventure Programming (3 credits) - Experiential adventure programming through problem solving activities, program design and technical skill development. (10/13-12/4)
CRN: 10091 Contact Department Chair "Dr. J" for more information!

Discover the best major on campus and LOVE WHAT YOU DO! Register for REC 101: Recreation & Tourism Careers this semester, offered Oct. 25 - Dec. 4! This 5 week course is an introduction to the broad scope of opportunities in Parks, Event Planning, Recreation Therapy, Outdoor and Adventure Recreation, Tourism, Youth Sports, and so much more! Explore endless career paths with a degree in Recreation & Park Administration! This course is offered 100% online for 1 credit hour. Contact Department Chair "Dr. J" for more information!

Tune in TONIGHT, Thursday, September 16th at 7pm via Facebook live on the EKU SON Facebook page to discuss COVID-19, vaccinations, and up-to-date information.
Then join us at the Alumni parking lot on September 18th from 2-6pm for free COVID-19 vaccinations and fun activities.
We hope to see you there! Roll Kerns!

EKU's Student Veterans Association (SVA) is inviting all veteran and military students, dependents, and anyone interested in learning more about joining our organization and the events scheduled for Fall 2021! There will be free snacks and Domino's Pizza!

Come out to the Madison County Farmers Market at EKU! Shop for locally grown, fresh produce and a variety of other items. Earn a chance to win Market Bucks with EKU Employee Wellness! The farmers market will be located in the Carter building lot today from 9am to 1pm. Support your local farmers!

The Service to Service podcast helps you understand veterans, one story at a time. Aaron Knowles began as a transportation soldier and later transitioned into Public Affairs. He and Sam discuss his current duties as a senior non-commissioned officer, but also the creativity and passion for “nerd culture” that has stretched across his nearly two decades of service. Aaron tells the story of a military friendship that led to the creation of The Oblivion Bar podcast. He talks about being a Twitch streamer, cosplaying, and his love for photography. He and Sam conclude with a discussion about how creative expression serves as a therapeutic outlet and improves mental health. Subscribe on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/service-to-service/id1561551926 Listen on the EKU Website: https://www.eku.edu/kcvs/podcast.html Learn more about Veterans Studies: https://www.eku.edu/kcvs/

Join Campus Rec and Adventure Programs for a Silent Night at the Climbing Center! We'll explore the world of climbing in a beginner friendly space tailored towards the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and ASL Community!
Includes a brief intro to climbing workshop taught in ASL.

Cabaret is a monthly tradition at EKU and this month's theme is iCabaret!! Join us as we bring all the goofiness and excitement of iCarly to the stage. There will be performances from talented EKU students to fill the night with comedy, music, skits and fun!! If you would like to perform email us or check out eku_apo on instagram.

Join the staff of the EKU Counseling Center today for a Workshop on Emotional Regulation. Regardless of whether you’re at home or school, every day we can experience a wide range of emotions. This workshop will focus on the most scientifically backed methods of managing your emotions, provide activities and tools that can help you feel more grounded and in control of your emotional functioning.

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. A group orientation is required to join this group. Please contact Andri Yennari at andri.yennari@eku.edu or (859)622-1303 if interested or for more information.

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. A group orientation is required to join this group. 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 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.