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What RU Global means to you

RU Global

When you came to Regent, we promised to help you become a Christian leader who could change the world. A world that today consists of communities not confined to small geographic areas, a world where your friendships are not limited to only coworkers or classmates. 
 
Because changing today's world requires global competence, Regent is launching RU Global, a ten-year initiative with three primary objectives:
  • to increase global learning in academic programs;
  • to enhance faculty expertise in global teaching and learning; and
  • to become a leading resource for Christ-centered global learning. 
Part of our Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP), the RU Global initiative will produce four student outcomes that we're calling SEE, CONNECT, LEARN, LEAD...
 
SEE: students will have a "global perspective," an understanding of the world's societies

CONNECT: is "intercultural engagement" - students will be able to communicate effectively across cultural and linguistic boundaries

LEARN: represents "information literacy" - students will be able to identify, evaluate and use information from a global perspective

LEAD: "global leadership" - demonstrating Christ-like characteristics, students will positively impact and lead in a global context

The world is at your doorstep in a thousand different ways. The only question is, are you ready? RU Global?
 
Click here to get global.
 
World Changers: Stand and Deliver
 World Changers
By Michan Myer
English Major
 
We've all heard and can easily repeat Regent's motto-"Christian Leaders to Change the World!" What exactly does that mean to us, though-individually-as we pull all-nighters and scramble to finish difficult online quizzes? Certainly, given Regent's diverse variety of majors in world-changing venues like law, divinity, and Cinema/TV, we understand that we needn't be the next Billy Graham to make a difference in this world. Here's the real question, though: What are we, you and I, doing right now, as Undergrad students, to be effective Christian world changers?
 
I'm an English major, and while I'm not quite certain that I'm ready to be published in Reader's Digest, I've discovered two simple ways Regent's Undergrads are world-changers right now.
 
World-Changers Stand

I'm so encouraged when I read those discussion board posts (which I know we all love) that are firmly rooted in the Word of God, but that also pertain to the particular field for which they are written. So much more than just tacking a Bible verse on the end to satisfy an arbitrary minimum requirement, world-changers are engaging the Word in their fields, and they are gaining and sharing the tools to go out and make an impact. Will we have the courage and the ability to apply Biblical principles in our fields? I certainly hope so. I hope you, my friends, will stand.
 
World-Changers Deliver
How many times have I said, "I'll pray for you," and then forgotten?  I couldn't tell you the exact number, but it's definitely larger than I'd like. In my search for things that make world-changers, this has become my heart's desire: to deliver what I promise-to be a woman of the highest integrity. This means so much more than simply doing what I say I'll do; it means holding myself to a standard of excellence that inspires others to Godly action. God is calling each of us to a higher standard-performing with love, honesty, and diligence the work which He has set before us; delivering the best of ourselves for the glory of God.
 
So, fellow Regent Undergrads, I both challenge and encourage you to stand and deliver. Be a Christian Leader to change the world-right now. Don't wait for the board room, screening room, or court room; do it now. Change the world.
 
Anti-Piracy PSA Contest: You could win $1000!
 
SIFE

Create an informative, entertaining, and persuasive 60-second educational video.

Highlight the importance of intellectual property and copyright protection.

Motivate others to support the legal downloading of material produced by the entertainment and other media industries.

Video submissions will be judged by a team of expert writers, television executives, and media industry professionals.

The winning entry will receive $1000 and local, regional, and national exposure coordinated by Regent SIFE and other local media.

For more information or to enter the contest, click here!
 
Meet Dr. Emmanuel S.A. Ayee - Chair of Regent Undergraduate Communications!
 
Dr. AyeeDr. Emmanuel S.A. Ayee chairs the Regent undergraduate Communications department and welcomes your questions and input regarding our wonderful program opportunities. Dr. Ayee, an Associate Professor at Regent University, received his PhD in Communication from Potchefstroom University (now University of the North-West) in South Africa. He also holds an MA degree in Communication from Wheaton Graduate School of Communication in Wheaton, Illinois, and a BA (Hons) degree in Fine Art (Graphic Design) from the University of Science and Technology, Ghana. Dr. Ayee has lived and worked in Ghana, South Africa, Kenya, Uganda, and Germany. Before coming to Regent University in the summer of 2008, he was a professor of Communication at Geneva College in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania and Dordt College, Sioux Center, Iowa.
 
The Communication Department in the School of Undergraduate Studies offers a BA in Communication. Students examine the role of communication in many areas of life. Some of the courses offered include organizational communication, interpersonal communication, persuasive communication, small group communication, public speaking, cross-cultural communication, and many more. Under the auspices of the School of Communication and the Arts, Regent University also offers BA programs in Animation, Cinema/TV, Journalism and Theatre.
 
The five BA programs offered prepare students academically and spiritually for several professions. If you want online information on what each specific program offers, visit the university's web site at http://www.regent.edu.
 
Please feel free to contact Dr. Ayee with questions and input regarding the Communications program and about other challenges and opportunities open to undergraduate students. His office is located in the Robertson Hall School of Undergraduate Studies department, his email address is [email protected] and his campus phone number is 757-352-4945. Blessings!
 
Tennis...basketball...volleyball anyone?
 
TennisThe Founders Inn has graciously made available some of their outdoor recreational facilities for Regent use.
 
The outdoor tennis courts, basketball court, and sand volleyball court are now available to Regent University students. Courts will be available daily from 8:00am-sundown. Courts will still be available to Founders Inn and Spa guests, so availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis with FICC guests having priority. 
 
Students should provide their own equipment -- basketballs, volleyballs, and tennis rackets/tennis balls. The Inn's indoor fitness and spa area is reserved for the use of Founders Inn guests exclusively. Students should have their student ID with them when using the courts in order to verify student status.
 
Director of Student Housing, Ryan Brown!
 
Ryan BrownHello, Regent University undergraduate students! I couldn't be more proud to introduce myself as your new Director of Student Housing. I hope you'll read below for some exciting information about the residential future of Regent's campus. Immediately, however, a little bit of background on myself: as a first-generation American and first-generation college student, my life was transformed by my freshman year living in a residence hall. Three years as a resident assistant (RA) followed, and I haven't looked back since. Currently the President of the Virginia Association of College & University Housing officers, I've additionally served in housing and residence life programs at Old Dominion, Virginia Wesleyan and Christopher Newort University. I digress for an important question...
 
When does a campus "dorm" turn into a "residence hall"? If you're a Regent University student, you can proudly reply: "On January 1st, 2009." Sure, dorms and residence halls are architecturally the same, but they couldn't be more philosophically different in their experience.
 
A "dorm" (short for dormitory) is a term used to describe a simple brick and mortar structure in which residents sleep, store their belongings and occasionally bump into one another. A "residence hall," however, is the result of an intentional effort to provide academic, social, emotional and spiritual development opportunities in a vibrantly positive and diverse community.
 
As Regent University rounds out the 2008-2009 academic year and heads into 2009-2010, dramatic changes in Student Housing will occur. While we continue to provide outstanding housekeeping and maintenance services to our residential facilities, we are shifting our focus to go beyond providing a mere housing assignment experience to additionally providing an amazing residential community experience. Programs by resident assistants (RAs) and facility supervision by professionals with Master's degrees (area directors) are a few of the changes we've facilitated.
 
If you are a current undergraduate resident, we encourage you to explore becoming a part of the residential transformation occurring on Regent's campus. One of the best ways to do this is to apply to be a 2009-2010 resident assistant (RA). RAs are sophomores, juniors and seniors that help breathe life into the residence halls through engaging programs, while simultaneously providing academic, social, emotional and spiritual resources to their peer residents. To apply to be a Regent RA, click here
 
Ryan Brown
 
Undergraduate Women's Prayer Group
 
WomanLeaders: Dr. Ru Wideman & Ms. Rachel Blisson
 
Meeting Place: The Commons 1133-200, Mondays from 4:15 to 5:15pm.
 
The purpose of the prayer group is to provide an opportunity for undergraduate women to be led in a time of personal and corporate prayer. The prayer group will meet for one hour, but we will remain open to the Holy Spirit breaking in and changing the schedule, of course!
 
Congratulations to the Fall 2008 Dean's List recipients - Way to Go!
Student (Random)
Tony Adams, Jeffrey Alcorn, Sarah Alexander, Christen Allocco, Cassandra Amendola, Kelly Anderson, Charles Anderson II, Rachel Arbaugh, Wesley Atwood, Debra Averitt, Debra Averitt, Mignonette Bailey, Lorraine Bailor, Bethany Baird, Herbert Barbutti, Donald Bean, Ariella Beard, Shannon Beattie,  Hanisha Besant, Roxanna Bishop, Katherine Black, Joanna Block, Theresa Bonesteel, Emma Boystel, David Brennan, Thomas Brown, Daniel Brunz, Austin Burnette, Ebony Calloway, Rhonda Campbell, Thomas-Steele Carr, Charles Carrington, Sharaya Cass, Heather Cheng, Alisha Cherry, Sandra Cline, Kristen Combes, Mindy Cook, Shannon Cook, Kenna Cribb, Alyce Croft, Mark Cross, Lindsey Curtis, Benjamin Cushing, Frieder Dappen, Kena Dattoli, Hunter Davis, Joshua Davis, Candace Day, Angela De Vega, Kharece Dean, Kristen Decker, Keri DeGrazia, Miranda Delphia, Deanna Desrosiers, Naomi DeTample, Justin Deutsch, James Dick, Sommer Dinning, Judith D'Leon, Holly Donahue, Dawn Ellerman, Michele Emerick, Crystal Erb, Sarah Erickson, Kathryn Eubanks, Stormie Farias, Nicole Figueroa, Denise Fines, Mary Fish, Heather Garceau, Alice Garrison, Matthew George, Simone Gitman, Geraldine Godbolt, Georgia Godfrey, Pamela Gonzales, Tania Gonzalez, Teresa Goudy, Sandy Green, Noel Griffin, Cassandra Gurge, Peggy Haddad, Valeda Hall, Melanie Hanner, Geoffrey Harris, Janet Harrison, Emily Hart, James Hathaway, Matthew Hebbert, Juliana Hendrick, Iris Herz, Jeana Hill, Mallory Hitt, Stephanie Holt, Chad Hopkin, Hope Howell, Morgan Hoyt, Amanda Hudkins, Danell Hurtado, Michelle Jackson, Rachel Jacob, Daniel Jeter, Jacob Johnson, Austin Kaldrovics, John Kates, Benjamin Kay, Timothy Kay, Ellie Keith, Joseph Kim, Stephanie King, Lisa Kiraly, Jennifer Kittredge, Joann Lapp, Emilie Leal, Jill Lee, Timothy Lloyd-Zannini, Brett Lonadier, Juana Lopez, Natalie Lowder-Clark, Natalie Lupo, Bethany Lynch, Elizabeth Magnuson, Rayce Malone, Nestor Mangubat, Robin Marohl, Norma McDonald, Clara Meath, Melissa Medrano, Paul Messa, Sarah Meyer, Eric Michaluk, Theresa Miller, Janae Mills, Leah Mitchell, Matthew Mitchell, Jordan Monk, Kristina Morrissey, Jeffrey Newport, Brandon Nickisch, Casey Painter, John Phillips, Margaret Pinto, Suzette Prasatek, Mary Reese, Joshua Renninger, Stephanie Richey, Denise Rightmier, Sheila Rivenbark, Chelsea Robinson, James Rollins, Hannah Rowlands, Gwendolyn Russell, Yvonne Salazar, Katharine Salsbury, Mary Scacciaferro, Michelle Schlecht, Ashley Schnotala, Elizabeth Sconyers, Rebecca Shafer, Regina Shaw, Jason Shofner, Deidrah Shutt, Deborah Simpson-Packett, Sue-Mei Slogar, Ashley Smith, Stephen Smith, Alexandria Snyder, Chloe Snyder, Tammy Stage, Sherri Stone-Bennett, Timothy Suggs, Justin Taylor, Melissa Tedeschi, Amy Thompson, Steven Thompson, Robert Torres-Cedillo, June Toth, Andrea Towne, Janet Traylor, Maria Tripp, Brittany Turner, Kimberly Turner, Monique Turner, Nicole Tutrani, Susan Ulrich, DeAnna Vance, Melinda VanRy, Anna Vetter, Jessie Weis, Johnny Weixler, Adam Welty, Chad West, Seth Willard, Jessica Woodland, Noel Zimmerman, Kimberly Adams, Jessica Burns, Nancy Catudal, Holly Hoy, Lisa McCrumb, Jaime Barksdale, Joseph Baughman, Edward Beck, Tammy Bollman, Bonnie Boyle, Regina Brunz, Debra Burt, David Cherry, Noel Zimmerman, Juli Chitty, Lucy Cooke, Kimberly Davis, Lauren DeLaCalzada, Denise Dunham, Cheryl Ellis, Caitlin Geeslin, Marcia Gill, Rebekah Hall, Daniel Hutchins, Betsy Lewerke, Kathleen Marcia, Yvette Martinez-Rigg, Jason Maurer, Ryan Mihalak, Keith Shimek, Kristen Wermuth, William Whisenant, Kimberly Willoughby, John Wiseman, Jacob Wright, and Rebecca Young.
 
Get Connected... Pronto
 
Wimba ProntoEver wish you could shoot a quick message to one of your classmates, or have an instant conversation without the parameters of a class discussion board post? Well, you can!
 
Pronto is Regent's instant messaging service (e.g., AIM, Yahoo!) that automatically connects you to your classmates. Download Pronto through Blackboard and start communicating - pronto!
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In This Issue
RU Global
Writer's Block
PSA Contest
Meet the Chair
Recreation Availability
Student Housing Director
Women's Prayer Group
Dean's List
Upcoming Events
Study Tip
The Next
Almuni Thanks
Campus Ministries
Leader's Forum
God-focused Career Development
Fellowship in Faith
Information Security
Comments

Upcoming Events

 

February

 
2-6 - Financial Awareness Week
 
5 - Financial Fitness, 12-1:00pm, SC112
 
5 - Money Management, 5:30-5:30pm, FVR
 
6 - Financial Fitness, 10-11:00am, FVR
 
6 - Identity Theft, 12-1:00pm, FVR
 
7 - Resumes, 12-1:00pm, FVR
 
9 - Finding the Love of Your Life, 12-1:00pm, FVR
 
9 - 20 Most Common Writing Errors, Part 2, 6-7:00pm, TBA
 
10 - 20 Most Common Writing Errors, Part 1, 12-1:00pm, TBA
 
10 - Love Week: Advice for Men Only, 12-1:00pm, FVR
 
12 - Lunch with a Professor, 12-1:00pm, FVR
 
16 - Habits of the Heart: Body of Christ, 12-1:00pm, FVR
 
17 - 20 Most Common Writing Errors, Part 2, 12-1:00pm, TBA
 
17 - Career Quest: Assessing Career Interest, 5-6:00pm, LIB218
 
20 - Christian Leadership Examined, 12-1:30pm, CB237.
 
22-27 - Mock Interview Week
 
25 - Advanced Excel, 6-7:00pm, LIB218

*Sign up for all workshops here.
Study Tip: Groups or One-on-One?
Girl with book
 
Some people like to study in groups, others like to have a study partner, and some have to do the work alone. Which type are you?

Groups: Try going to a study group this month to test if a bigger crowd fits your style. A lot can be gained from hearing different points of view. Remember, the more people, the more input!

One-on-One: Some people find it easier to study with one other person. Find one or two people to be your study partner(s) in each class, so that the crowd is not too large and you still have room for another opinion... or two!
 
Solo: For others, studying alone is the best and most convenient way to complete work. Try going to a quiet place to avoid distractions and see if studying alone improves your work output!
The Next: An Awakening
 the Next
All are welcome every 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Sunday in the Student Ordinary starting at 7pm. Contact Ben Kay if you'd like to share ([email protected]). For more information, click here.
Say Thanks and Win!
 
i heart friends and alumni
During February, a month traditionally dedicated to showing love and gratitude to those we hold close, we want to express appreciation for the generosity of the Regent University friends and alumni. 

Please take a few moments to express your appreciation to the many generous supporters who help underwrite tuition costs and expenses. Students who complete the online form will be automatically registered in a drawing for one of five $50 Visa gift cards.
 
To say "Thank You!" click here.
Attention All Media Students: Campus Ministries Needs You!
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Campus Ministries is in need of students talented in graphic design, photography, etc. If you are interested in participating or would like more details, please contact [email protected].
Check out the Leader's Forum in February!
 
Leader's Forum
 
Listen to William G. Clotworthy speak on the topic of "George Washington - Genesis of a Leader."
 
When: Thursday, February 26, 2009
Time: 5-5:30pm
Where: COM Building
Cost: FREE!
 
For more information click here!
God-focused Career Development 
 
Sunset, water, and manA brand new career development website has been launched for you. This is your link to fantastic resources, preparation tools, assessments, and coaching. How do you plan for your career while following God's leading? How do you determine in which career you can work to glorify God? Click here to begin (or continue) the journey.
Fellowship in Faith Online Community
 
 
Fellowship in FaithFellowship in Faith is an online forum (in Blackboard) where you can connect with other Regent students, anytime of the day, no matter where you are. Engage others in quick chats or deep discussion; form online prayer groups or asynchronous Bible studies; leave voice-recorded messages for one person or share your testimony with everyone. Whether you keep the conversation light, or delve deeper into thoughts about life, how much, how often, with whom, and in what ways you connect... It's up to you! Register here.
 
Information Security

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1. Never give out your password
2. Refer to tip number 1
3. Choose complex passwords
4. Change your password regularly
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