Prepare Calendar Software for New Daylight Savings Time Hours

Daylight Savings Time begins almost a month earlier than usual this year because of the Energy Policy Act of 2005. The switch to Daylight Savings time begins at 2 a.m. on March 11. Microsoft recently released a patch that updates the start and end dates for Daylight Saving Time. This patch will likely cause problems with all forms of calendar software, including Loyola's GroupWise and WebAccess, for appointments within the extended Daylight Saving Time period (March 11 - April 1 and October 28 - November 4).

If you use any type of calendar software, please review all appointments scheduled within the extended Daylight Savings Time period and confirm with the meeting organizer that the appointment is scheduled for the correct time. Appointments may be off by one hour, which will require a resend of the appointment in order to correct the problem. Also, when sending out new meeting invitations, include the correct start time of the meeting in the subject line. For example: "Study group meeting at 7:30 p.m."

Detailed information about the extended Daylight Savings Time and instructions on how to reschedule appointments is available at: www.luc.edu/its/dst.shtml. If you have any questions, please call the ITS Technology Support Center at: ext. 44444; or: 773.508.7190.

Plan for a Safe St. Patrick's Day Celebration

If you're already thinking ahead to St. Patrick's Day, Loyola's Safety Net Coalition hopes you'll plan to celebrate safely and make smart decisions regarding drinking. The Safety Net Coalition is a group of faculty, administrators, staff, students and community members whose mission is to build a safer and healthier campus environment for the prevention of alcohol and other drug misuse among Loyola students.

The Coalition reminds students that having a good time doesn't require drinking, and that if you're under 21, drinking is illegal. The best way to avoid trouble and dangerous situations is not to drink. But, if you do decide to drink, there are steps that can help you stay safe, including: Set a limit for how much you'll drink. Make sure no one goes to or from a party alone. Carry extra money for cab fare. Get a new beverage if you've left yours unattended or if you're not sure it's yours.

To get more tips for a safe St. Pat's and other information about Loyola's alcohol initiative, check out: Choice. Control. Character. Making decisions about drinking, at: www.luc.edu/ccc.

Participate in Room Reapplication Events

All students requesting a new residence hall assignment for the 2007-2008 academic year must attend the appropriate room reapplication event. The events correspond to lottery numbers designated in Student Room Reapplication packets. All events will be held in the Regis Hall Multipurpose Room.

Monday, March 12, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Displaced students from Coffey and Santa Clara Halls (by lottery number)

Tuesday, March 13, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Upper-class students requesting different rooms in their current residence halls (by lottery number)

Wednesday, March 14, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Upper-class students requesting different residence halls (by lottery number)

Thursday, March 15, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
First-year student quads and quints (by lottery number)

Monday, March 19, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
First-year students (lottery numbers 1-250)

Tuesday, March 20, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
First-year students (lottery numbers 251-650)

Wednesday, March 21, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
First-year students (lottery numbers 651-1,350)

For more information on Loyola residence halls, visit: www.luc.edu/reslife.

Explore Off-Campus Living Opportunities

Sophomores and juniors who do not plan to live on-campus during the 2007-2008 academic year should begin researching apartments. Attend an off-campus housing fair on March 15 from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. in the Centennial Forum Student Union (CFSU) lobby. Watch "The OC Experience" video on Loyola's Website and complete an online quiz before April 20 for a chance to win $400 off your first month's rent, or one of several Target gift cards. For more off-campus living information and to access the video, visit: www.luc.edu/judicial/off_campus.shtml.

Attend the Nicholas Kristof Lecture

Learn about New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof's experiences during his visits to Darfur. Kristof traveled to the areas of Darfur and Chad to report on genocide. His efforts to help stop the slaughter earned him his second Pulitzer Prize. On March 13 at 5:30 p.m, Kristof's lecture, sponsored by the Loyola University Museum of Art (LUMA), will be held at the Water Tower Campus in Kasbeer Hall at 25 E. Pearson. Admission is $5 for LUMA members and Loyola students, and $10 for non-members. Reservations are required and can be made by calling: 312.915.7630; or e-mailing: luma@luc.edu.

Apply for LULAB Scholarships

Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to apply for one of three Loyola University Latino Alumni Board (LULAB) scholarships. Awards are granted based on academic accomplishment and service to the Loyola and/or Latino community. Scholarships are awarded without consideration of financial need. The application deadline for these scholarships has been extended to March 30. For more information and to download applications, visit: www.luc.edu/finaid/scholarships_loyola.shtml.

Evaluate Loyola's Libraries

University Libraries invites all Loyola students, as well as faculty and staff, to complete an online survey starting March 12 through March 25. This brief survey seeks to combine feedback about library usage, services, collections and facilities. Respond to this survey to help the libraries continue to improve service to the Loyola community. To participate in the survey, go to: https://surveys.luc.edu/opinio5/s?s=4115.

Learn About Creating Child-Friendly Cities

Discover what it means to take a human rights approach to issues affecting children. The Center for the Human Rights of Children is sponsoring multiple seminars on this topic. The first seminar, "Creating Child-Friendly Cities," will be held March 14 at the Water Tower Campus at 25 E. Pearson, Room 302, from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Established in 2006, the Center for the Human Rights of Children represents, coordinates and stimulates the efforts of Loyola to understand and protect children's human rights, both locally and abroad. For more information, contact Jim Garbarino at: jgarbar@luc.edu.

Listen to Loyola's New Student Activities Podcast

The new Loyola Student Activities Podcast is available now. Each week's five-minute audio file is distributed from Loyola's Website to download and play on your computer or MP3 player. The podcasts highlight diverse and exciting campus events.

Produced for students by the Unified Student Government Lake Shore Campus Committee, chaired by Student Vice President of the Lake Shore Campus, Dan Kleinman, each new podcast episode highlights upcoming events in a format that's fast, convenient, fun -- and free.

To find out more about the podcast and how you can get your events featured on the next episode, please visit: www.luc.edu/orgs/usg. For more information, contact Dan Kleinman at: dklein2@luc.edu.

Check Out Upcoming Career Events

Mark your calendars and be sure to attend these upcoming career events:

Mock Interviews
March 14 - 15
Are you confident that your interviewing skills will land you a dream job or internship? Polish your skills during mock interviews with representatives from Chicago-area companies and recruiting firms. Practice traditional and behavioral interview questions, sell your skills and accomplishments, and receive expert feedback on your interview style. To view interview schedules and to sign up for mock interviews, log into your eRecruiting account at: http://luc.erecruiting.com, and look under "Loyola University Career Development Center."

Career Fairs

National Jesuit Collegiate eFair
March 1 - March 31 (online event)
More than 20 Jesuit college and university career centers are collaborating to host this eFair. The event features hundreds of job and internship positions located throughout the U.S. Participation is free. To register, visit: www.luc.edu/career/fairs.shtml. Once you complete your online profile and indicate that you are a Loyola student, you'll have instant access to all available job and internship postings.

Spring 2007 Job and Internship Fair
March 23: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. in the Gentile Center
Attend a job and internship fair at Loyola and learn about opportunities with companies in different industries. This event is free to Loyola students and alumni. Wear professional business attire and bring plenty of resumes! For a list of participating companies, visit: http://luc.erecruiting.com/stu/cf_registered_employers?fhnd=2189.

Target Corporation Store Tour
March 16: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
South Loop Target store located at 1154 S. Clark St.
Loyola students are invited to tour a Target store, talk to store managers and learn about career opportunities with the Target Corporation. For more information, visit eRecruiting and look under "Target Corporation." You must RSVP through eRecruiting to attend.

Apply for Financial Assistance

Loyola's March 1 financial assistance priority processing date has passed, but we encourage you to apply for financial assistance, if you haven't already done so. Although the likelihood of all types of funds being available diminishes after the deadline has passed, you may still be eligible for some assistance to help offset your educational costs for next year. Access the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and answers to frequently asked questions at: www.luc.edu/finaid/apply_assistance.shtml. If you need more information or if you have questions, please e-mail the Office of Student Financial Assistance at lufinaid@luc.edu when you return from spring break.

Boost Study and Exam Skills

The Office of Academic Advising and Services offers the following workshops for students:

Study Smarter, Not Harder
March 14, 4 p.m. - 4:50 p.m., Sullivan Center Room 202
Learn different study strategies to help you study smarter, not harder.

Test-Taking Strategies
March 19, 4 p.m. - 4:50 p.m., Sullivan Center Room 202
Learn how to review for tests and balance the test preparation demands of all of your classes. This workshop presents a study plan to help students avoid ineffective last-night cramming, reduce anxiety and improve test results.

For more information or to register for these workshops, visit: www.luc.edu/tutoring/workshops.shtml.

Attend the Chapel Lecture Series

Listen to Thomas King, S.J., Ph.D., speak as part of Loyola's Chapel Lecture Series on March 12 at 7:30 p.m. in the Mundelein Center Auditorium. The topic of the presentation is "Teilhard de Chardin, S.J.: Intelligent Design and the Anthropic Principle." The mystery of creation and conflicts between religion and science continue to inspire and perplex the human mind and spirit. How were these issues addressed more than 80 years ago? This lecture centers on Jesuit priest Pierre Teilhard de Chardin's ideas on how Christianity and evolution are connected, and how he may have responded to the modern concepts of intelligent design and the anthropic principle. For more information about the lecture, call: 773.508.2089.

Discover Your Options at the Majors and Minors Fair

Learn about undergraduate academic and advising programs at the Majors and Minors Fair on March 28 from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. on the second floor of the Sullivan Center. Faculty and staff from Loyola's academic departments and student services offices will be available to answer your questions. Participants include members of the College of Arts and Sciences; Schools of Business Administration, Education, Nursing and Social Work; Office of Academic Advising and Services (OAAS), Career Development Center (CDC), Magis Initiative, Pre-Health Advising, Pre-Law Advising, International Programs and the Loyola Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (LUROP). There will also be a workshop explaining how to review your Academic Advisement Report. All undergraduate students are invited to attend. Pizza and refreshments will be served. The fair is sponsored by OAAS and CDC. For more information, call: 773.508.7714; or e-mail: advising@luc.edu.

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: www.luc.edu/focus.