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Get the Shuttle and 8-Ride Service Schedule for Easter Break

Loyola will observe Easter Break March 20 - 24. Thursday evening classes that begin at 4:15 p.m. or later are canceled. All classes will resume on Monday afternoon at 4:15 p.m. On March 20, the final shuttle bus will depart from both campuses at 6:30 p.m. Shuttle service will resume on March 24 at 2 p.m. The last night of 8-Ride service before Easter Break was March 19. 8-Ride will resume its normal operation schedule on March 23. To learn more about getting around Loyola, go to: LUC.edu/transportation.

Check Out Halas Sports Center Hours During Easter Break

Halas Sports Center will be open the following hours during Easter weekend:

• March 21: 6 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• March 22: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• March 23: Closed

Take Advantage of Upcoming Career Events

Attend the "How to Work a Job Fair: Tips and Tools" presentation given by Target Corporation on March 25 from 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. in the Quinlan Life Sciences Building, Room 312. Learn valuable tips and techniques and find out what Target Corporation has to offer students and graduates.

Plan to attend the Spring 2008 Job and Internship Fair on March 26 from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. in the Gentile Center. Employers from corporate, non-profit and government sectors will be on hand recruiting for full-time, internship and summer opportunities. Students in all disciplines and majors are encouraged to attend. For a list of participating employers, visit: LUC.erecruiting.com/stu/cf_details?fhnd=2988.

Check out the Federal Executive Board (F.E.B.) Government Career Fair on March 27 from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. at Roosevelt University, located at 430 S. Michigan Avenue, Second floor. Co-sponsored by Loyola, this career fair will feature representatives from federal, state and local government as well as members of law enforcement recruiting for various positions. For a list of registered participating employers, go to: LUC.erecruiting.com/emp/cf_details?fhnd=2993.

Academics

Note Course Withdrawal Deadline

The deadline for students to withdraw from a class with a grade of "W" has been extended until March 25 at 5 p.m. The Office of Academic Advising and Services (OAAS) will be open March 24 - 25 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. to assist students with withdrawals. For more information about advising services, go to: LUC.edu/advising.

Find Out About Internships That Earn Academic Credit

Go to the Internship for Credit Workshop on March 25 from 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. in the Crown Center, Room 434. Discover the different resources available in the Center for Experiential Learning (CEL), including online internship tools, help with the internship search process, application and interview guidelines, and tips to help you obtain your desired internship. For more information, e-mail: experiential@luc.edu; or visit: LUC.edu/experiential.

Go to the Gender Research Seminar

Attend the Gender Research Seminar, "Gender, Technology and Professional Deveopment," on March 26 at 3 p.m. in Piper Hall. Sponsored by the Gannon Center for Women and Leadership, the seminar will facilitate Loyola scholars' exploration of interdisciplinary issues surrounding research on gender and sexuality. Participants include:

• Ida Androwich, Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing: "Information Technology and Gender in Health Care: Leveling the Field and Bridging the Gaps"
• Hector Garcia, Modern Languages: "Getting Wired: Connecting Latin@ Authors, the Classroom and Cyberspace"
• George Thiruvathukal, Computer Science: "LinkedIn: Gender and Professional Social Networking"

Activities

Celebrate the Easter Triduum

Join members of the Loyola community and celebrate the Easter Triduum with services at Madonna della Strada Chapel. Services will be held on Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday. For a complete liturgy schedule, go to: LUC.edu/sacramental_life/triduum.shtml.

Consider Running for a Student Government Office

Attend an information session on upcoming Unified Student Government Association (USGA) elections. Sessions will be held on the following dates:

• March 24: 2:30 p.m. (Terry Student Center, Third floor) and 7 p.m. (USGA office, CFSU, Room LL-42T)
• March 25: 9 p.m. (USGA office)
• March 26: 9 p.m. (USGA office)

View the Documentary The Street Children of Kinshasa

Attend a screening and discussion of the film The Street Children of Kinshasa on March 25 at 6 p.m. in Finnegan Auditorium. Screenwriter Gilbert Mulamba will be on hand to discuss the documentary, which chronicles the plight of children in the Democratic Republic of Congo. To learn more about the film, go to: www.drcongochildren.org.

Attend a National Geographic Presentation

Go to "National Geographic Reports: A Global Perspective on Women and the Environment" on March 25 at 7 p.m. in Galvin Auditorium. The event will be presented by Lisa Ling, host of National Geographic Channel's Explorer. Ling has covered the looting of antiquities in war-torn Iraq, investigated the drug war in Colombia and examined the complex issues surrounding China's one-child policy. Ling is also a special correspondent to The Oprah Winfrey Show, where she reports on international women's issues; a contributing editor for USA Weekend; and a producer of eight acclaimed documentaries for PBS. This free event, which is being held in conjunction with Women's History Month, is sponsored by the Gannon Center for Women and Leadership, the Women's Studies and Gender Studies Program, and Women in Business. For more information, visit: LUC.edu/gannon.

Give to Those in Need and Go Green During Move-out

Learn about a new resource developed to assist with the disposal of unwanted items during move-out. A new initiative will let students to donate unwanted items to charity before vacating the residence halls. This will allow students to do less packing, generate less waste and help people in need. To learn about this program, attend a presentation on one of the following dates:

• March 26, 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., Beane Hall (RSVP by March 20)
• April 2, 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., McCormick Lounge (RSVP by March 27)

Learn About Pedro Arrupe, S.J.

Attend a lecture about Pedro Arrupe, S.J., on March 26 at 7 p.m. in the Crown Center Auditorium. Kevin Burke, S.J., Academic Dean and Associate Professor of Systematic Theology at the Jesuit School of Theology at Berkeley, will give a presentation titled "Pedro Arrupe and the Faith that Does Justice." Arrupe has been called "The Second Founder" of the Society of Jesus. The Jesuit mission of "the service of faith and the promotion of justice" and the call to be "persons for others" are benchmarks of the Arrupe era. Admission to the lecture is free. To learn more, e-mail Joseph Canino at: jcanino@luc.edu.

Meet a Foreign Service Diplomat

Attend a presentation given by Brian Flora, Foreign Service Officer and Diplomat in Residence from the U.S. Department of State Foreign Service, on March 26 from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. in Rubloff Auditorium. Flora will share stories about his international experience and discuss internship and career opportunities with the U.S. State Department. This event is sponsored by Delta Sigma Pi. For more information, contact Benjamin Wolfson at: bwolfso@luc.edu.

Donate at the Blood Drive

Participate in the American Red Cross Blood Drive, which will be held on March 27 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and on March 28 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. in Bremner Lounge. Appointments are not required, but will minimize waiting time. To schedule an appointment, visit: www.givebloodgivelife.org.

Dance to Raise Money for Paul Farmer's Partners in Health

Go to Loyola's First Annual Dance-a-Thon on March 27 from 7 p.m. - 12 a.m. in Alumni Gym. Sponsored by Amnesty International and the American Medical Student Association, this event will benefit Paul Farmer's Partners in Health, an organization that works with poor communities around the world to combat disease and poverty. There is a $5 entrance fee, and attendees may also collect pledges for the amount of time they plan to dance. For more information about the event and to find out how to collect pledges, e-mail Natalia Szaflarski at: nszafla@luc.edu. To learn more about Partners in Health, go to: www.pih.org/home.html.

Join the Binge Nation Team

Apply to be part of Loyola's Binge Nation team and help develop an interactive Website that includes articles, blogs, forums and videos focusing on binge drinking among students. The purpose of the site is not to demonize alcohol, but to create a place for open and honest discussions about student drinking. For more information and to download an application, go to: www.bingenation.com. All applications are due March 28.

Address Climate Change During Earth Hour

Participate in Earth Hour, an international statement on climate change, on March 29 from 8 p.m. - 9 p.m. The Loyola community will join with people across the globe who are committed to conserving energy. During Earth Hour, Loyola will power down select areas on campus that will not impact safety, such as fans and lighting. Students are encouraged to turn off lights, televisions, computers and other electronics during Earth Hour. To learn more, contact Gina Lettiere at: glettie@luc.edu; or visit: www.earthhour.org.

Connect with the Campus Activity Network

Go to a Campus Activity Network meeting on March 31 at 7 p.m. in the Simpson Multipurpose Room. Students will discuss budget procedures, learn how to make room reservations, and meet faculty and staff members who are available to help student organizations. Free food will be provided at the event. For more information, contact Dan Kleinman at: dklein2@luc.edu.

Become a Wellness Advocate

Join the Wellness Advocates and serve as a peer educator that talks with students about alcohol, tobacco, nutrition, stress, sexual health, emotional wellness/mental health and more. The Wellness Advocate program is ideal for students interested in health and wellness issues, or for those considering a health-related career. Submit an application and one letter of recommendation to Alissa Eischens in the Wellness Center by April 4. Applications are available for download at: LUC.edu/wellness/advocates.shtml.

Contribute to Loyola's Literary Magazine

Submit your creative work by April 4 for possible publication in Diminuendo, Loyola's literary magazine. Short stories, essays, poetry, photography, fine art and other creative work may be submitted. Diminuendo is published on a quarterly basis and is printed in black and white. The final issue of the year, "Afterglow," is part of a year-long series titled "Sex, Drugs, Rock & Roll and Afterglow." Submissions can be e-mailed to: diminuendoluc@hotmail.com; or dropped off in Mertz Hall, LL-29. For more information, e-mail: bkidman@luc.edu.

Participate in Relay for Life

Register for Loyola's Fourth Annual Relay for Life, which will be held April 18 - 19. Participants organize a team of walkers or runners and raise money for cancer research. Register for the event by April 1 at: http://events.cancer.org/rflloyolail. To learn more, e-mail: cac@luc.edu.

Register for the Women's Leadership Conference

Sign up for the Women's Leadership Conference, which will be held on May 3 at the Water Tower Campus. Sponsored by the School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS) and the Gannon Center for Women and Leadership, this one-day conference will feature a keynote speaker, State Representative Julie Hamos, and a diverse group of notable female leaders in Chicago representing various industries. The conference will also focus on the rules of networking among women leaders and teach participants how to shift their careers toward a leadership position.

This year's conference will also introduce a new SCPS program, Certificate in Women's Leadership, which is targeted at mid- to upper-level professional women aiming to enhance their careers by building a solid foundation in the theories and practical applications of ethical leadership.

To register for the conference, visit: LUC.edu/continuum; or call: 312.915.6501. A registration fee of $45 will be assessed to current Loyola students with I.D. and $95 to the general public.

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Protect Yourself from Date Rape

Date rape drugs are often colorless, odorless and tasteless, and they usually dissolve quickly in liquids. These drugs are available in powder, tablet or liquid form. Date rape is common near college campuses, and it's important to follow these tips to help prevent you from becoming a victim:

• Pour and prepare the beverages you consume. Avoid accepting drinks from people you don't know, regardless of if the drink is alcoholic or non-alcoholic.
• Accept only closed containers, like bottles or cans, when you're at a party. You never know what someone could slip into a pitcher or punch bowl.
• At bars, only accept drinks from a bartender. Stay alert and never take your eyes off your order.
• Never leave your drink unattended. If you do, purchase a new beverage.

Read Life at Loyola Blogs

Life at Loyola This Week:

• Michelle Leahy heads down to Chinatown for some bubble tea.
• Jacob Munoz watches the markets.
• Julie Foubert's grandma wants to look cool at the airport.
• Laura Burns meets with foreign correspondents.

Life at Loyola Quote of the Week:

"...I am really intrigued by the intricacies of this country, by the culture and the people, the rollercoaster history, the trials and tribulations. I want to help the rest of the world see what the future will hold for China and the Chinese people."

- Laura Burns, studying in China

Contact Us

For help or more information, please contact:

Student Life Office: Centennial Forum, Room 100, Lake Shore Campus; phone: 773.508.8840; or Terry Student Center, Water Tower Campus; phone: 312.915.6642.

The Hub: Sullivan Center for Student Services, 6339 N. Sheridan Road, Lake Shore Campus; phone: 773.508.7700; or Lobby, 25 E. Pearson, Water Tower Campus; phone: 312.915.7344; e-mail: onestop@luc.edu.

Loyola Focus: E-mail: loyolafocus@luc.edu; visit: LUC.edu/focus.