1. Involvement with BSA Academic Affairs Divison
2. Harold Ford Jr. and Michael Steele On Campus Debate
3. Talking Drum Magazine Contributions
4. BSA Active Membership Reminder
5. Vice Presidential Debate
6. Duke University Presidential Committee Applications
7. Health Careers Job Search for Seniors
8. SEO Resume Workshops and Information Sessions
9. WISER Week 2008
10. AKAs Walk to Cure Lupus
11. Greek Week 2008
12. Jazz at the Mary Lou
13. IMPACT Game Night
14. Joe College Day 2008
15. Food Fest 2008
18. Duke Football vs. Georgia Tech
Awards and Achievements
BSA would like to congratulate Duke football on their 31-3 win against Virginia this past Saturday. Great job!!!
BSA Programs
On Wednesday, October 22nd, BSA and DUU are bringing Harold Ford Jr. and Michael Steele to campus for a debate-style discussion. Ford Jr. is the chair of the Democratic Leadership Conference and Steele chaired this year's Republican National Convention. We are looking for questions to pose to both speakers during this debate. If you have any relevant questions, please send them to DukeBSAPresident@gmail.com
Interested in academics at Duke?? Freshmen wanting to apply for the position of apprentice to the Director of Academic Affairs should send an e-mail to DukeBSAAcademicAffairs@gmail.com or ktb9@duke.edu. This e-mail should include a one-paragraph statement outlining their interests in the division as well as relevant skills necessary for success in this position. All of this information is due by Friday, October 3rd at 5:00 pm.
If you want to work with the Academic Affairs division, please send a brief e-mail to DukeBSAAcademicAffairs@gmail.com or ktb9@duke.edu or attend BSA office hours on Tuesday from 12:00-1:00 pm.
Contribute to the Talking Drum! BSA's Talking Drum is always welcoming new writers, photographers, and layout staff. If you are interested in getting involved, e-mail Talking Drum Editor Aisha Turner at ant4@duke.edu or at DukeBSATalkingDrum@gmail.com
BSA Membership: In case you missed the general body meeting last week, BSA would like to remind everybody to become official members. Active members are required to submit a BSA Active Membership application, sign up on the BSA DukeGroups site (http://osaf.studentaffairs.duke.edu/studentorgs/DukeGroups.html), and to attend four BSA events with one of these events being a general body meeting or to work on a BSA committee.
Academic Events
Thursday, October 2nd
Be an informed voter. The Vice Presidential debates between Democrat Joe Biden and Republican Sarah Palin will take place at 9:00 pm. DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER TO VOTE AND/OR APPLY FOR AN ABSENTEE BALLOT!!!
Friday, October 3rd
Duke's Presidential and University Committees, formed by President Brodhead and other members of the administration, are critical to informing University policy. Students on these committees have significant influence and are responsible for representing the concerns of all undergraduates. Seven committees currently require undergraduate representation. Applications are due FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3RD BY 5:00 PM and interviews will take place on October 4th and 5th. For more information please visit http://student.groups.duke.edu/Get_Involved_in_DSG. Please direct questions to sunny.kantha@duke.edu. Please send an e-mail to DukeEVP@gmail.com if you intend on applying for any of these positions.
Talk to Me: Open Office Hours with MLWC Director Chandra Guinn
Ms. Guinn will be holding weekly office hours on Tuesdays at 10:00 am in the BSA Office, Wednesdays at 5:00 pm in the Mary Lou Williams Center, and Thursdays at 3:00 pm in 208 Crowell (2nd floor of the Crowell Building on East Campus). No appointment necessary.
Career Opportunities
Monday, September 29th
The Career Center presents Health Careers Job Search for Seniors from 12:00-1:30 pm in 106 Page Auditorium. Are you a senior interested in a health, medicine, or life science career? If so, this workshop is just for you. The focus will be on the job search process in the health, medicine, and life science industry as well as strategies for improving your resume, cover letter, networking and interviewing skills.
Monday, September 29th and Tuesday, September 30th
Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) is the nation's premier summer internship program for talented students of color, leading to full-time job offers. Join this group for a resume review and/or information session.
Freshmen Resume Review Session: This event will occur on Monday, September 29th from 12:00-2:30 pm in the East Campus Union North Balcony (above the Marketplace).
Freshmen SEO Information Session: This event will occur on Monday, September 29th from 6:00-7:00 pm in the Upper East Side of the Marketplace.
Resume Review Session for Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors: This event will occur on Tuesday, September 30th from 10:00 am-2:00 pm in the Multicultural Center Resource Room (in the lower level of the Bryan Center).
SEO Information Session for Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors: This event will occur on Tuesday, September 30th from 7:00-8:30 pm in the McClendon TV Room.
The following companies will be having information sessions on the following dates:
Monday, September 29th:
Triage Consulting Group from 5:00-6:15 pm in Von Canon C
Facebook from 8:00-9:15 pm in West Union Old Trinity Room
Tuesday, September 30th
comScore, Inc. from 5:00-6:15 pm in Schiano Auditorium in CIEMAS
AT&T from 5:00-6:15 pm in Sanford 04
NAVSEA from 6:30-7:45 pm in West Union Old Trinity Room
Wednesday, October 1st
UBS from 5:00-6:15 pm at the Washington Duke Inn
Watson Wyatt from 6:30-7:45 pm in the Bryan Center
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office from 6:30-7:45 pm in Sanford 224
Corporate Executive Board from 8:00-9:15 pm in the Washington Duke Inn
Thursday, October 2nd
DPR Construction from 12:00-1:15 pm in Teer 203
Cambridge Associates from 5:00-6:15 pm in the Alumni House
Macy's Inc. from 6:30-7:45 pm in the Bryan Center
Amentra from 6:30-7:45 pm in LSRC D106
Community Service Events
WISER Week 2008
Support the Women's Institute for Secondary Education and Research (WISER) in Muhuru Bay, Kenya. 10 girls, 10 WISER scholarships, 10 futures. For more information, visit http://wisergirls.org.
Monday, September 29th: WISER hosts a WISER Introduction Meeting from 4:30-5:30 pm in Social Sciences 139. Learn more about WISER and their work in Muhuru Bay, Kenya.
Tuesday, September 20th: WISER hosts liveWISER Benefit Concert from 7:00-9:00 pm in Page Auditorium. Join the premier performance groups on campus for a live show in Page Auditorium. Tickets can be purchased from $5 on the Bryan Center Plaza or at the DU Box Office. Ticket sales will directly fund girls' scholarships.
Wednesday, October 1st: WISER hosts WISER Lunch on the Plaza from 11:00 am-2:00 pm on the Bryan Center Plaza. Enjoy free authentic Kenyan food from Palace International and live music. Donations will be accepted and will fund scholarships for girls attending WISER.
Thursday, October 2nd: WISER hosts a Talk with Stephen Lewis from 6:30-8:00 pm in Sanford Institute Fleischmann Commons. United Nations Special Envoy and acclaimed author Stephen Lewis will speak about the burden of HIV on women and children in Kenya.
Friday, October 3rd: WISER hosts A Conversation with Dr. Rose Odhiambo at 4:00 pm in the Multicultural Center. Hear what WISER co-founder Odhiambo has to say about WISER.
Saturday, October 4th
The Iota Mu Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. presents AKAs Walk to Cure Lupus from 9:00-11:00 am at Lake Lynn Park in Raleigh, NC. They are joining the Alliance for Lupus Research for this annual 5K walk. Registration begins at 9:00 am and the walk begins at 10:00 am. They will be tabling this week on the Bryan Center Plaza and in the Marketplace to raise money to donate. To register, visit http://walk.lupusresearch.org/site/PageServer?pagename=NCR_Registration and click on "join an existing team" and join the team "Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc."
DukeEngage Information Sessions
Learn more about DukeEngage programs, including the application process and deadlines during these sessions. This week's sessions will be held on Tuesday, September 30th from 10:00-11:00 am, Wednesday, October 1st from 4:00-5:00 pm, and Thursday, October 2nd from 11:00 am-12:00 pm. All of these sessions will be held in McClendon Commons, located in the Undergraduate Admissions Office on Campus Drive.
Social Events
Greek Week 2008
Come out and celebrate Greek life at Duke with the following events:
Monday, September 28th: Eat on campus at Armadillo Grill and McDonalds and help raise money for Habitat for Humanity. A percentage of the profits will go straight to the organization.
Tuesday, September 29th: Eat at Noodles & Company from 5:00-9:00 pm, mention the fundraiser, and have 25% of the profits go directly to Habitat for Humanity.
Wednesday, October 1st: Head to the Dillo at 8:30 pm for the Order of Omega Greek Bowl. Answer trivia questions and enjoy chips and queso.
Saturday, October 4th: Come and volunteer with Habitat for Humanity. There will be two shifts: from 8:00 am-12:00 pm and from 1:00-4:30 pm. Meet at the West Campus bus stop to participate.
Wednesday, October 2nd
Take a break from your hectic schedule to enjoy some live jazz music at Jazz at the Mary Lou at 9:30 pm in the Mary Lou Williams Center. Local musicians, Duke music students, and special guest artists are brought together by John Brown, Director of the Duke Jazz Studies Program, for this weekly event. Light hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be provided with the option of purchasing late night fare and drinks in the Faculty Commons provided by Sage & Swift.
Friday, October 3rd
IMPACT presents IMPACT Game Night from 9:30 pm-12:00 am in Bell Tower 1st Floor Media Room. Join IMPACT for some of your favorite board and card games including Taboo, Apples to Apples, and Spades. Enjoy some free snacks and treats and good times at this event.
Saturday, October 4th
Duke University Union (DUU) presents Joe College Day 2008 from 3:00-11:00 pm on Main Quad on West Campus. Ready yourselves for a free daylong affair that includes music, food, arts and crafts, and tie-dying. Featured artists include Shwayze, White Rabbits, The Brew, Kooley High, and The Sammies. For more information, visit http://www.duke.edu/web/joecollege.
Cultural Events
Friday, October 3rd
The International Association presents Food Fest 2008 from 4:00-7:00 pm on the Bryan Center Plaza. Join the International Association for this cultural extravaganza. Many student groups will be representing their countries with a spectacular variety of cuisine and performances from around the world. This is your chance to enjoy free international food and get one of 400 free t-shirts. There will be live music and performances in addition to a Super Hott Wing Eating Contest sponsored by Chai's. Donations (on Flex) are welcome.
"El Greco to Velazquez: Art during the Reign of Philip III"
"Charles Ethan Porter: African-American Still Life Artist"
Athletics
Saturday, October 4th
Duke Football will play in its second conference game against Georgia Tech at Georgia Tech at 12:00 pm. Support the Blue Devils by watching the game on ESPNU at Devine's on Main Street.
