A weekly news report for Slippery Rock University

Vol. 3 Issue 24
Oct. 1, 2010

respect the rock

A weekly summary of diversity and inclusion activities at Slippery Rock University

Social Equity Office: http://rockpride.sru.edu
University calendar: http://calendar.sru.edu

THIS WEEK:

AUTHOR EVENT: Stephen Chbosky, author of “the perks of being a wallflower” will lecture at SRU Oct 4, 7-8:30 p.m. in the University Union. Chbosky will discuss his book and have a meet-and-sign session for interested students and staff. Contact April Longwell, director of the honors program, for additional information, april.longwell@sru.edu

SELF-DEFENSE CLASS: Free self-defense class for women. Oct. 5, check in 5:30 p.m., main area of Morrow Field House. Class 6-9 p.m. in wrestling area. Space is limited to 50 women. Pre-registration is required. Bring a pillow and wear gym clothes. Presented by, Office of the President, Office of the Vice President of Student Life, Aebersold Student Recreation Center, Office Of Conference Services and the Slippery Rock University Police Department. For information and registration contact, conferenceservices@sru.edu

ALL CAMPUS SAFETY TALK: The Division of Student Life will host an all-campus discussion concerning safety issues and ways students can be better “safety friends,” Oct. 5 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the University Union.

NEWS AND NOTES:

SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES: The American Sign Language is sponsoring sign language classes for eight consecutive weeks, beginning Sept. 22. Beginner classes are from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and experienced classes are from 6:45-7:45 p.m. in Room 318 Spotts. Classes are taught by a certified teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing. The cost for all eight classes and materials is $50. Contact Myra Balok, assistant professor of English, for more information, myra.balok@sru.edu

Diversity Resources:

COUNSELING CENTER

COUNSELING CENTER: The mission of the Student Counseling Center at Slippery Rock University supports and promotes the psychological, academic and holistic health of Slippery Rock students. All services are free and confidential. The office welcomes visits at Rhoads hall, calls to 724.738.2034, or connects to: http://www.sru.edu/studentlife/counseling/Pages/Welcome.aspx.

MENTAL ILLNESS AWARENESS GROUP: There is an Active Minds chapter at SRU, focused on destigmatizing and heightening the awareness of mental illness http://www.sru.edu/studentlife/counseling/Pages/activeminds.aspx. For more information, call Melissa Nard, assistant professor counseling center, at 724.738.2034.

DIVERSITY and INCLUSION

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION TEAM: Student, staff, faculty and administrative leaders across campus are serving on the Diversity and Inclusion Team. It is are charged with serving as active leaders of the change journey and collaborating with other diversity units, allowing for maximum institutional gains, and establishing daily operational activities that center on evolving the institutional culture and capabilities. For further information, contact Jessamine Montero, senior officer for diversity and inclusion, at jessamine.montero@sru.edu.

INTERNATIONAL SERVICES

INTERNATIONAL SERVICES: The Office of International Services is committed to assisting with the internationalization of the university by serving as a resource center; providing services to international students, faculty and scholars; assisting students and faculty going overseas; and integrating international students and scholars into campus and local community life. It welcomes visits at 114 Carruth Rizza Hall, calls to 724.738.2057, or connects to: http://www.sru.edu/academics/internationalservices/Pages/InternationalServices.aspx.

LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL & TRANSGENDER RESOURCE CENTER

THE LGBT RESOURCE CENTER: The LGBT Resource Center is located in the basement of the University Union, by the video games center. Hours for spring are: Monday, 1-8 p.m.; Tuesday, 12:15-5 p.m.; Wednesday, 11a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday, 12:15-5:30 p.m.; Friday, 11a.m. to 1 p.m.; Saturday, closed; Sunday, 1-4 p.m. For further information, contact the Office of Multicultural Development, at 724.738.2700.

MIDDLE EAST STUDIES CENTER AT SRU

MESRU: The Middle East Studies at Slippery Rock University mission is to provide students with knowledge and information about the Middle East region's economic, social, historic, artistic, cultural and political developments and to promote teaching, learning and awareness of its diverse range of languages, cultures, and people. For more information contact Eric Tuten, assistant professor of history, at 724.738.4913 or visit: http://academics.sru.edu/cbiss/MESRU/mission.htm.

OFFICE OF MULTICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT

OFFICE OF MULTICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT: The vision of the Office of Multicultural Development is to be the impetus for successful experiences for historically underrepresented students, as well as for all constituents of the larger campus community. It welcomes all students, staff and faculty to visit and participate in services and programs. For more information, visit 102 University Union, call 724.738.2700, or connect to http://www.sru.edu/studentlife/multicultural/Pages/MulticulturalDiversityLinks.aspx.

OFFICE FOR STUDENTS WITH DIABILITIES

OFFICE FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: Services through the Office for Students with Disabilities are available to any enrolled Slippery Rock University student having a documented disability. Appropriate accommodations are individually based upon identified need. For more information, stop in at 122 Bailey Library, call 724.738.4877, or connect to http://www.sru.edu/academics/enrollment/StudentDisabilities/Pages/
ServicesforStudentswithDisabilities.aspx.

WOMEN'S CENTER

WOMEN'S CENTER: The Women's Center of Slippery Rock University offers information, programming,and advocacy for and about women.

Its staff is dedicated to addressing social justice issues, including gender inequality and interpersonal violence. The center welcomes all students, staff and faculty to visit participate in services and programs. For more information, visit 007E Strain Behavioral Science Building, call 724.738.2992, or connect to: http://www.sru.edu/studentlife/womenscenter/Pages/TheWomen%27sCenter.aspx.

BRIDGE PROJECT: The Bridge Project is committed to the education of our community on issues of campus violence. It specifically addresses sexual assault/rape, dating violence and stalking. In addition to educational outreach advocacy services are also provided to survivors of violence. Services are free and confidential. For more information, visit 007E Strain Behavioral Science Building, call 724.738.2121, or connect to: http://www.sru.edu/studentlife/womenscenter/bridgeproject/Pages/TheBridgeProject.aspx.

PRESIDENT'S COMMISSIONS

DISABILITIES COMMISSION: Colleen Cooke, associate professor of parks and recreation/environmental education, is co-chair.

LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL AND TRANSGENDER ISSUES COMMISSION: Meetings are the second Wednesday of the month. Catherine Massey, associate professor of psychology, and Colleen Cooke, associate professor of parks and recreation, are co-chairs.

RACIAL AND ETHNIC DIVERSITY COMMISION: Meetings are the first Thursday of the month. Michelle McCollin, assistant professor of special education and Frederick White, assistant professor of English, are co-chairs. Diversity luncheons, which are open to the entire community, are the second Wednesday of each month, at the University Club from noon-1 p.m.

WOMEN'S COMMISSION: Meetings are the fourth Wednesday of the month. Betsy McKinley, associate professor of physical education, is the chair.

ON THE HORIZON:

MENTORING DINNER: The Women’s Studies Program members are hosting a mentoring dinner Oct. 12, 6 p.m. in the Alumni House. Guest speaker will be Toi Derricote, professor of English and author of numerous books. She is also the co-founder of Cave Canem, the historic first workshop for African American poets. Contact Cindy LaCom, director of women’s studies for more information, cindy.lacom@sru.edu.

WOMEN’S STUDIES MEETING: WMST committee members will meet Oct. 14 at 12:30 p.m. in Room 309 Spotts. Questions should be directed to, Cindy LaCom, director, women’s studies, cindy.lacom@sru.edu.

LUNAFEST: The Women’s Studies Program and the College of Humanities, Fine and Performing Arts are hosting a film festival that features 10 short films by, for and about women. The festival is presented by the Pennsylvania Film Institute, Oct. 20, 7-9 p. m., ATS Auditorium. Part of the proceeds goes to the Breast Cancer Fund. The box office opens at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $3 for students and $5 general admission. Contact Jace Condravy, professor of English, for additional information, jace.condravy@sru.edu.

IN THE PINK: Breast Cancer Awareness Walk. Free event aimed at joining tri-county communities and the University for a day of health related exhibits, screenings and presentations. Oct. 19, 3 p. m., ARC, Gym A. T-shirts available. All proceeds benefit Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition. Presented by the Student Recreation Center. For more information contact, Karen Perry, assistant director campus recreation, at mailto:karen.perry@sru.edu.

I-RESPECT NOMINATIONS:

I-RESPECT NOMINATIONS: Remember first to listen; Embrace differences; See what everyone can contribute; Practice understanding; Encourage a broader perspective; Connect your learning to the world; Transform our community. Actions speak louder than words. If you experience a student, staff, faculty, administrator or campus community member demonstrating an act of RESPECT, please consider acknowledging them through our I-Respect campaign. For any and all nomination(s), click here for the form.

RESPECT THE ROCK SUBMISSIONS:

Those with briefs related to upcoming diversity campus announcements, events, programs and activities may submit items for consideration via e-mail to: respect@sru.edu. All submissions must be received by noon the Monday prior to Friday's distribution and must include what the event is, who is sponsoring it, where it will take place, when it will take place and a contact number for additional information.

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

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