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Calendar of Events
Northeastern Illinois University-El Centro
Fall 2009 Calendar of Events
Celebrating Colombia: Its people, culture and traditions
A Celebration of the Many Latino Cultures at NEIU
August
Monday, August 10, 2009
New Student Orientation
NEIU Main Campus
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
The University Freshman Orientation is a full-day program for first-year students. In this orientation students have the opportunity to learn about the University’s programs and services and register for courses.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and the Office of the Deans of Students.
Saturday, August 29, 2009 to Friday, September 4, 2009
Welcome week at NEIU-El Centro
Staff and Faculty welcome students for the new semester.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro.
September
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Fall into Fun: Morning Treats
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Join us for free coffee and donuts.
Sponsored by: The NEIU Programming Board, the Fall into Fun Committee and NEIU-El Centro.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009 and Wednesday, September 16, 2009
NEIU-El Centro Fall into Fun: Fun-Fest
4:15 pm-6:15 pm
Join us to an evening of fun activities which include airbrush t-shirts, cartoonist, board games, giveaways and a lot more. Chips, cookies and drinks will be provided.
Sponsored by: The NEIU Programming Board, the Fall into Fun Committee and NEIU-El Centro.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Student Success Series: Classroom 101
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
This session will provide students with helpful information about the college classroom experience as well as outline strategies for academic success including classroom etiquette, faculty expectations, study tips and co-curricular opportunities.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Student Success Series: Add Creativity to Your Class Project: Learn About Technology/Digital Programs
6:10 pm – 7:30 pm
In this workshop students will learn about digital/technology services made available through the NEIU Ronald Williams Library the NEIU Ronald Williams Library.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and Ronald Williams Library.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
University Resource Fair
4:00 pm-7:00 pm
Representatives from the University's main campus departments will be at NEIU-El Centro to share valuable information regarding programs, services, and resources available to students.
Sponsored by: NEIU Academic Affairs and Student Life.
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Student Success Series: Need Help Finding Sources?
10:00 am - 11:00 am
This workshop will cover the basics of how to find books, articles and other information sources for your research paper or project. Participants will learn how to access online resources available via the NEIU library web site, with a focus on materials acquired through the recent HSI state appropriation.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and the NEIU Ronald Williams Library.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Improving Your Writing Series
Part I: Getting Off to a Good Start
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
This workshop will help students understand assignments and generate ideas for writing. A number of prewriting strategies will be explored. The important link between reading and writing will also be discussed.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and the English Language Program.
October
Monday, October 5, 2009
Latino Scholar Series – María Teresa Garretón, Ph.D., NEIU Teacher Education
6:10 pm-7:10 pm
Dr. Garreton will talk about her work developing partnerships with schools and teachers to improve the educational opportunities of all children, particularly those of English language learners. Dr. Garreton’s lecture will also focus on her involvement in the Grow Your Own Teachers Illinois initiative. The Grow Your Own Teachers initiative’s goal is to bring together universities, community based organizations, and schools to work together and design teacher preparation programs which meet the needs of the community and improve teacher retention.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and the College of Education.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Hispanic Heritage: Storming the Gates: The Struggle for Access to Higher Education in Illinois
6:20 pm – 7:20 pm
NEIU-El Centro campus presents the documentary "Storming the Gates: The Entrance of Blacks & Latinos to Higher Education in Illinois" followed by a panel discussion led by Dr. Angelina Pedroso, Foreign Languages and Literatures, Dr. Gabriel Cortez, Educational Leadership and Development, and Dr. Daniel López, Jr., ILACHE Board Member, NEIU-El Centro and Academic Development. The documentary traces the history of how minorities gained admission into major academic institutions in Illinois.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and the Illinois Latino Council on Higher Education (ILACHE).
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Community Education Program – Finance Made Simple
110:00 am – 12:00 pm
NEIU-El Centro will host a free financial literacy workshop. Learn about the importance of credit, how to establish and maintain good credit, managing your money and effective banking.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and Park National Bank.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
NEIU-El Centro Campus Security Town Hall Meeting
6:00 pm-7:00 pm
This town hall meeting will focus on NEIU-El Centro campus safety protocols and personal safety tips. Representatives from the NEIU Police and Chicago Police Department District 25 CAPS program will be available to answer questions from students, faculty and staff.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro, University Police and the Chicago Police Department District 25.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
15th Annual Equity In Action Conference
Unequal Justice: Immigration Myth and Policy According to Migrants
6:10 pm – 7:10 pm
This session will provide an in-depth analysis of immigration policies and its connection to human rights.
A discussion related to challenges for a just immigration policy reform will also be outlined. The presenters will be Dr. Maria Eugenia De La Torre, Assistant Professor, Justice Studies, Northeastern Illinois University and Carlos Arango, Executive Director of Caza Aztlan, Chicago.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and Academic Development.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Improving Your Writing Series
Part II: What You should Know about Drafting and Revising
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
This workshop will focus on getting a first draft down on paper. We will then focus on the nature and importance of revising, and students will be presented with a series of helpful suggestions on transforming a first draft into a more fully realized piece of writing.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and the English Language Program.
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Community Education Program: Computer Literacy
12:00 am – 1:00 pm
This event is designed to provide participants with the basic understanding of the parts and operation of a computer, Windows basic operating system, and the Internet.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and the Department of Computer Science.
Monday, October 26, 2009 to Friday, October 30, 2009
NEIU-EL Centro Spirit Week
NEIU-El Centro is celebrating Spirit Week the last week of October. Students are invited to show their NEIU spirit during the week. Students are also encouraged to get together with friends/classmates to join a team and participate in the following activities:
· Tuesday, October 27 – Window painting
· Wednesday, October 28 – Window painting, costume contest (judging will take place at 5:30), and wear NEIU colors day
· Thursday, October 29 – Window painting, pumpkin-carving contest
The more activities teams participate in, the more the points they will earn for their teams. The team with the most points will be the winner of Spirit Week and will receive a trophy. For more information call NEIU-El Centro at 773-442-4080 or see the reception desk.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro, Student Union, and Northeastern Programming Board
Monday, October 26, 2009
Student Success Series: Need Help Finding Sources?
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
This workshop will assist students on the basics of how to find books, articles and other information sources for research papers or projects. Participants will learn how to access online resources available via the NEIU library web site, with a focus on materials acquired through the recent HSI state appropriation.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and Ronald Williams Library.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Dia De Los Muertos [Day of the Dead] Celebración: Altar de Muertos Contest
NEIU-El Centro students and faculty are invited to build their own Día de Muerto Altar and compete for a surprise prize. If you would like to participate, please stop by the front desk or call (773) 442-4080 for more information.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Student Success Series: Transferable Skills: What are they and how do I get them?
6:10 pm – 7:10 pm
This workshop will allow students to examine the covert skills that are presented in the classroom and show them how these skills are highly transferable to jobs and careers.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and Career Services.
November
November 2009
U.S. Census Testing Operations
NEIU-El Centro will be hosting the U.S. Census during several days throughout the month of November for their testing operations. For more information contact the http://www.census.gov/.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and the U.S. Census
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Fundraiser: Baking For Scholarships
Faculty and Staff of NEIU-El Centro will join forces to bake for scholarships for Northeastern Illinois University-El Centro Campus students. Proceeds will go towards the NEIU-El Centro Foundation endowment fund.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro, Student Alliance For Leadership and Education (S.A.L.E.) and Development Office.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Town Hall Meeting
6:10 pm – 7:10 pm
This Town Hall Meeting is hosted by President Sharon K. Hahs. The meeting is intended to provide an opportunity for dialogue within the University community in an informal setting. Items of information will be provided and questions will be taken for discussion.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and the President’s Office.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Community Education Series: Nutrition and your health
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
An expert in nutrition will talk about the importance of healthy eating habits, food portion size, how to plan healthy meals for your family and much more. We will also have an exercise session.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and Centro San Bonifacio
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Faculty-led Study Tour to Guanajuato, Mexico
6:10 pm – 7:10pm
Come and hear our plans for the 3rd Study Abroad in Guanajuato, Mexico! 2010 is the Bicentennial of the Independence Movement and the Centennial of the Mexican Revolution, and Guanajuato is one of the key places to learn and celebrate, in our partner university. Students are invited to come and talk about how an international experience in Guanajuato can expand their goals and future career plans.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro, History and Social Work.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Community Education Program: Health Seminar
11:00 am – 12:00am
Speakers from Centro San Bonifacio will provide valuable information about diabetes detection and prevention, in addition to a comprehensive discussion on healthy eating habits and nutrition.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro, Health Services, and Centro Bonifacio.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Improving Your Writing Series
Part III: Polishing Your Final Paper
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Students will be exposed to various approaches to editing and proofreading in this workshop. In addition, this session will explore common grammar and punctuation problems and how to address them. The role and limitations of spell/grammar check software will also be discussed.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and English Language Program.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Students Success Series
Students with Attitude: What are the attitudes to insure success when faced with challenges?
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
This workshop will help first generation students develop attitudes of persistence to overcome challenges encountered in higher education
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro.
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Community Education Program: Making Home Affordable
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
This two-hour session will focus on making homes affordable in our community, the new government program set forth by the Obama administration to address issues of homeownership and foreclosure in the United States. Counselors from Latin United Community Housing Association (LUCHA) will explain, answer questions, and illustrate ways in which the plan may help at-risk borrowers afford their mortgage payments.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and Latin United Community Housing Association (LUCHA).
DATE TBA
ASPIRAntes Week
NEIU-El Centro welcomes ASPIRA high school students as they learn about NEIU programs and services; admissions, financial aid and course selection processes; University life, and classroom expectations. ASPIRANTES will also have an opportunity to attend an NEIU-El Centro class.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro, Admissions Office and ASPIRA Inc. of Illinois.
DATE TBA
S.A.L.E. Fundraiser
5:30pm to 7:30pm
Come buy popcorn and support the Student Alliance For Leadership and Education (S.A.L.E.) organization in its fundraising efforts.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and Student Alliance For Leadership and Education (SALE).
December
Tuesday, December 1, 2009 through Friday, December 11, 2009
Casa Central Holiday Magic Program at NEIU-El Centro
The Casa Central Holiday Magic Program distributes over 1,400 new gifts to children, teens, elderly and homeless families. Share the spirit of giving this season with a donated NEW holiday gift for Casa Central families. Everything from new toys to toiletries is welcome.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and Casa Central.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Fall Fiesta
5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Join students, faculty and staff as we celebrate the end of the fall semester. Bring your favorite dish to share and socialize with friends and colleagues.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and Student Alliance For Leadership and Education (SALE).
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Students Success Series
Emotional Intelligence: What does it have to do with succeeding in college and beyond?
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
This workshop will present students with the four areas of emotional intelligence, how to develop them and how they contribute to student college success.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and the Learning Center.
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Feria Colombiana
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Come and learn more about Colombia thorough arts and crafts, culture lectures, traditional food and music. This event is part of our 2009-2010 Celebrating Colombia series at NEIU-El Centro.
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro.
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Community Education Program: Improve Your Resume and Cover Letter Writing Skills!
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Anyone who is or will be looking for employment will benefit from attending. In this workshop participants will be able to create a new resume or improve a current one. (This event is open to the public).
Sponsored by: NEIU-El Centro and Career Services.
For more information contact us at 773-442-4080 or visit us at www.neiu.edu/elcentro
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