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2008 Homecoming Nominations

JeromeR — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 00:46:57 -0700

Every year, student leaders are nominated by their respective student organizations to be selected into the 2008 Homecoming Court. These individuals excel in academics, student involvement, and service to the campus community. Make sure your organization is represented by nominating a member(s) who you feel is an outstanding student leader and best represents the values of your organization.

Nominee Requirements:

Students must be nominated by a recognized on-campus student organization.
Only one nomination is permitted per student organization. Coed organizations may nominate one male and one female.
Candidates must have completed at least 90 units as of August 31, 2008.
Candidates must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.50.
Candidates must be an active, unpaid member of a recognized on-campus student organization.
Only SDSU students who have not been selected to court in prior years are eligible for SDSU Homecoming Court 2008.

Application Process:
All nominees must complete and submit the Homecoming Court application by 4:00 PM on Wednesday, October 1, 2008 to the A.S Business Office located in the Lower Aztec Center. The application consists of five sections so please make sure to give your nominees ample time to complete the application. The application can be found at: http://www.as.sdsu.edu/ent/case/homecoming/HC-Court-Applications.pdf .

All nominees must be able to attend the Homecoming Court Group Interview which will be held on Friday, October 10, 2008 at 1:00 – 3:00 PM.

After the applications have been review and group interviews completed, out of this outstanding pool, only 14 (7 males and 7 females) can be named to the 2008 SDSU Homecoming Court. From the Homecoming Court, one male and one female will be selected at the 2008 SDSU Homecoming King & Queen.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 619-594-7059 or at jbudomo [at] mail [dot] sdsu [dot] edu or Patsy Armstrong at 619-594-2938 or at parmstro [at] mail [dot] sdsu [dot] edu .

GOOD LUCK!

Officer Applications

JeromeR — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:30:53 -0700

To everyone who is still looking to be active for the upcoming year, we have a few more positions open. Some were already filled. But the following positions are still open:

Executive Vice President
Vice President of Membership
Vice President of Professional Development
Vice President of Alumni Relations

I encourage everyone who is still interested to apply for the 2008-2009 school year. And if you aren't a member but would still like to be more involved, then please sign up! It will be a fun filled year with events and professional workshops.

Would you like to be an officer?

Julius Remigio — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 19:11:10 -0700

Get involved, become an officer!

If you are intrested in becoming an officer for AITP for the upcoming term, submit the application below. There are many positions available and it is sure to be a great experience!

Join us on Thursday, April 17, at 7:00pm for Officer Application Day in the ABSC Office (BA 336). We will be talking about what positions are open, and what each officer does.

AITP Officer Application - Get more documents

Rally for California's Future

Julius Remigio — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 21:53:25 -0700

Don't let the terminator terminate your education! Show your support at the student rally and oppose the budget cuts!

A message from our student body president Stephen Weber:

I encourage you to join me at an all-campus rally to oppose budget cuts to the California State University on Thursday, March 20 from 12 to 1 p.m. at Scripps Cottage patio. This "Rally for Californias Future" will include speakers representing SDSU's students, faculty, staff, administration, and union leadership united in support of the $386 million needed by the CSU to continue to serve our students and state. This is an important opportunity to learn about how you can take action regarding the state budget crisis. You will receive information you can use to send your own message to state lawmakers.

Scripps Cottage is located northwest of the SDSU Library across Campanile Mall. If you need accommodation of a disability for this event, please contact Jerry Tomaszewicz at gtomasze [at] mail [dot] sdsu [dot] edu. Thank you for your participation.

Karen Wilcken Memorial Scholarship

Julius Remigio — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 23:54:07 -0700

This is a brand new scholarship worth atleast $5000! This is not a national scholarship and is only eligible to information systems majors at SDSU! There are 6 awards!

Summary:

-Scholarship value up to $5,000
-Award may be renewed
-Renewal is not automatic. Must reapply for consideration.
-Minimum 3.0 GPA
-Undergraduate
-Must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
-Show financial need as determined by the OFAS
-Up to 6 awards may be given
-Scholarship value shall be the lesser of $5,000 or unmet financial need before loans per selected student
-Application period Nov 07, 2007 to Nov 26, 2007

INDEPENDENT SCHOLARSHIP: All Independent Scholarships require the submission of an online application and a response to an essay topic or question(s). An Independent Scholarship may also require the submission of additional application materials, such as a letter of recommendation or a resume (see ESSAY and ADDITIONAL APPLICATION MATERIALS at the end of Application Requirements).

Scholarships with an application period of August through October are awarded for the current academic year. All others, unless noted, are awarded for the next academic year. To receive the funds, you must be enrolled at SDSU during the awarded academic year.

APPLICATION: You must submit a separate application for each SDSU scholarship for which you want to be considered.

All scholarships require an essay. Prepare your essay for each scholarship before beginning the online application process. Prepare your essay in a word processing application and copy it into the online application essay text box.
Complete your online application by the application deadline.
Print a copy of your confirmation page for your records.
If the scholarship requires that you submit information in addition to the application and essay, you will be able to print a cover sheet from your scholarship application confirmation page. Attach the printed cover sheet to your additional application materials and submit to the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships by the deadline.
Applications that are incomplete at the end of the application period will not be considered.

ESSAY: Please submit a 500 word essay describing your interest in, and commitment to, the field of Information Systems, as well as your long-term career goals.

Apply Online

Casses Resume on Monday, Oct. 29

Julius Remigio — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 09:35:58 -0700

Campus Alert

Classes To Resume Monday, Oct. 29

Due to the wildfires, San Diego State University has cancelled classes and postponed or cancelled events scheduled through the weekend. Exceptions:WPA, ACT, TOEFL & GRE exams will be held on Saturday. On-campus residence halls and essential support services such as food service and student health care will continue to operate as normal. The SDSU Library will re-open on Sunday at noon.

There is no present threat to the campus from the fires.

Normal campus operations and classes will resume on Monday, Oct. 29. Depending on weather conditions, outside air quality may not be ideal. Take necessary precautions - including staying indoors as much as possible - to minimize your exposure to smoky air. Keep windows closed. If necessary, consult a physician. A limited number of free respirator masks will be available for SDSU students, faculty and staff at Calpulli Center/Student Health Services and Physical Plant Work Control Office. Indoor air quality remains good to excellent.

If you are an SDSU faculty or staff member who has lost your home to the fire, or you want to report a colleague who has lost his/her home, e-mail Melanie Doyle, Center for Human Resources at: assistance [at] sdsu [dot] edu or call (619) 594-2873 (information will be kept confidential). SDSU students who have lost their home to the fire are encouraged to e-mail Rosa Moreno, Division of Student Affairs, at: r1moreno [at] mail [dot] sdsu [dot] edu or call (619) 594-2851 (information will be kept confidential). Any student, faculty or staff member in need of immediate emergency assistance can contact SDSU Public Safety at (619) 594-1991.

SDSU will continue to operate a shelter for displaced students, faculty and staff at Peterson Gymnasium until Saturday, Oct. 27 at 10 a.m.

Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to check the SDSU Web site at www.sdsu.edu or call the university's Emergency Information Hotline at (866) 794-8832 for updates.

See complete information on current campus services and response efforts.

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Campus Closed thorugh Sunday!

Julius Remigio — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 15:41:52 -0700

Campus Alert

Campus Closed Through Sunday, Oct. 28 - All Classes Cancelled (Imperial Valley Campus Remains Open)

San Diego State University has cancelled classes and postponed or cancelled events scheduled through the weekend. Exception: WPA exam will be held on Saturday. The campus is closed for all non-essential personnel (as determined by their supervisor). On-campus residence halls and essential support services such as food service and student health care are open.

There is no present threat to the campus from the fires.

Those remaining on campus (including students in residence halls) are encouraged to stay indoors to minimize their exposure to smoke and dust in the air. SDSU health and safety officials are monitoring indoor air quality and report it to be "good to excellent" in all areas sampled.

Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to check the SDSU Web site at www.sdsu.edu or call the university's Emergency Information Hotline at (866) 794-8832 for updates.

See complete information on current campus services and response efforts.

more information »

UPDATE - Classes Cancelled through Thursday!

Julius Remigio — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 15:30:47 -0700

Monday, October 22, 2007
Campus Alert: San Diego Wildfires

Campus Closed Through Saturday, Oct. 27 - All Classes Cancelled
Oct. 23, 2007 1 p.m.

• Campus Closed Through Saturday, Oct. 27 - All Classes Cancelled
• Residence Halls/Essential Campus Services Remain Open
• Peterson Gymnasium Serving As Shelter for Displaced Students, Faculty and Staff
• Jennifer Lopez/Marc Anthony Concert for Wednesday Oct. 24 at Cox Arena Cancelled

San Diego State University has cancelled classes through the remainder of the week. The campus is closed for all non-essential personnel (as determined by their supervisor). On-campus residence halls and essential support services such as food service and student health care will remain open.

There is no present threat to the campus from the fires.

Those remaining on campus - including students in residence halls - are encouraged to stay indoors to minimize their exposure to smoke and dust in the air. SDSU health and safety officials are monitoring indoor air quality and report it to be "good to excellent" in all areas sampled.

Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to check the SDSU Web site at www.sdsu.edu or call the university's Emergency Information Hotline at (866) 794-8832 for updates on the campus' status.

Peterson Gymnasium - located on the west side of campus on 55th Street - is now serving as a temporary shelter for students, faculty and staff and their families displaced by the fires. While this is not an official evacuation site, and Red Cross services will not be available, SDSU is responding to the extraordinary circumstances and will do what's possible to assist those in need. A limited number of cots and sleeping bags are available. Food, shower and bathroom facilities are also being made available. SDSU is accepting donations only of blankets and cots. Food and beverage items are not needed.

Also, D-lot is available for students and employees from evacuated areas as a "no cite" location for those who need to store vehicles on a temporary basis.

SDSU Student Health Services (SHS) is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Due to the medical issues resulting from the wildfires, SHS has shifted the focus of its medical services to care primarily for students with urgent medical problems. SHS is rescheduling existing appointments for students with less urgent problems, including those in our specialty clinics such as Optometry, Dermatology and Orthopedics. Staff will still be available to care for any student with an acute medical problem such as asthma or other respiratory symptoms like cough, breathing problems, chest pain, etc. as well as other urgent issues like injuries. SHS can provide only first aid for faculty and staff, for example, for on-campus minor injuries. After hours, students may receive nursing advice by calling (888) 594-5281.

SDSU faculty and staff are encouraged to avail themselves of SDSU's Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides a variety of counseling services. EAP -- managed by PacifiCare Behavioral Health -- can be reached online at http://www.pbhi.com or call (800) 234-5465 for more information.

The Jennifer Lopez/Marc Anthony concert scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 24 at Cox Arena has been cancelled. Ticket refund information is forthcoming.

No decision has been made regarding the Aztecs/BYU football game scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 27 at QUALCOMM Stadium.

SDSU Tuesday Classes Cancelled! Peterson Gymnasium designated as evacuation site!

Julius Remigio — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 19:37:50 -0700

To: SDSU Students

From: Jack Beresford, Associate Vice President, SDSU Marketing & Communications

Campus Alert: San Diego Wildfires -- as of 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 22

As of 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 22, San Diego State University has cancelled classes and the campus will be closed for all non-essential personnel (as determined by their supervisor) through Tuesday. There is no present threat to the campus from the fires. However, those remaining on campus – including students in residence halls – are encouraged to stay indoors to minimize their exposure to smoke and dust in the air. SDSU health and safety officials are also monitoring air quality on both inside and outside buildings. Air conditioning systems have been reset to circulate air and provide the best possible air quality. SDSU will continue to provide services for on-campus residents including dining service.

The university has designated Peterson Gymnasium – located on the west side of campus on 55th Street – as a temporary shelter for students, faculty and staff and their families displaced by the fires. While this is not an official evacuation site, and Red Cross services will not be available, SDSU is responding to the extraordinary circumstances and will do what’s possible to assist those in need. SDSU will attempt to provide bedding and sleeping bags – very limited cots will be available tonight. Food and shower and bathroom facilities are also available.

Public Safety employees will be on hand to assist. We are accepting donations only of blankets and cots. Food and beverage items are not needed. Volunteers should contact Richel Thaler at rthaler [at] mail [dot] sdsu [dot] edu.

Also, D-lot is available for students and employees from evacuated areas as a “no cite” location for those who need to store vehicles on a temporary basis.

Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to check the SDSU Web site at www.sdsu.edu or call the university’s Emergency Information Hotline at 866-794-8832 for updates on the campus’ status.

Classes Cancelled!

Julius Remigio — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 12:32:56 -0700

Campus Alert

San Diego Wildfires

Oct. 22, 2007 12:00 p.m.

As of 1 p.m., San Diego State University will be canceling classes for the remainder of day. The campus is also being closed for all non-essential personnel (as determined by their supervisor).

However, to facilitate an orderly exit from campus parking structures, faculty and staff are encouraged to remain on campus, indoors, until 2 p.m.

There is no current threat to the campus from local wildfires but classes are being cancelled to minimize traffic on county streets and highways.

Those remaining on campus - including students in residence halls - are encouraged to stay indoors to minimize their exposure to smoke and dust in the air. SDSU health and safety officials are also monitoring air quality on both inside and outside buildings. Air conditioning systems have been reset to circulate air and provide the best possible air quality. SDSU will continue to provide services for on-campus residents including dining service. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to check the SDSU Web site at www.sdsu.edu or call the university's Emergency Information Hotline at 866-794-8832 for updates.

Student News

2008 Homecoming Nominations

Officer Applications

Would you like to be an officer?

Rally for California's Future

Karen Wilcken Memorial Scholarship

Casses Resume on Monday, Oct. 29

Campus Alert

Classes To Resume Monday, Oct. 29

Campus Closed thorugh Sunday!

Campus Alert

Campus Closed Through Sunday, Oct. 28 - All Classes Cancelled (Imperial Valley Campus Remains Open)

UPDATE - Classes Cancelled through Thursday!

SDSU Tuesday Classes Cancelled! Peterson Gymnasium designated as evacuation site!

Classes Cancelled!

Campus Alert

San Diego Wildfires

Rally for California's Future