Weekend of September 17, 2015   Vol. 3 Issue 2
A Child's Story
Opening Reception & Artist Talk this Friday
On behalf of the Olin Art Gallery and the Art Department, it is with extreme pleasure that we invite the entire W&J community to attend the opening reception and artist talk for the exhibition, A Child's Story by Patricia Maloney on Friday, September 18 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm.  The artist will begin her talk at approximately 6:30 pm in the Olin Art Gallery.

The exhibition continues through October 11 and is open daily from 12:00 - 7:00 pm 

For additional information concerning the exhibit please see the gallery's web page at: www.washjeff.edu/olin-fine-art-gallery

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Today's Events
Happy Constitution Day!

Several Events Today
Constitution Day commemorates the signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787. Constitution Day provides opportunity for Americans to celebrate this important event by participating in activities in communities around the country. You can discover more about Constitution Day by visiting http://www.constitutionday.com/ and you can join in the celebration locally by taking part in happenings on campus.

The U. Grant Miller Library will celebrate with a special edition of Library Land on WNJR at 1pm. The show will include a reading of the Preamble, facts about the Constitution, and a discussion about the 13th Amendment. Throughout the week the Library will also feature the Constitution on our social media (Facebook and Twitter).
 
The Department of Political Science will host a discussion on the topic of judicial review,  "Judicial Review from Marshall to Roberts" and the "Case of Marbury v. Madison, 1803."   Led by Dr. Joseph DiSarro,  Dr. Buba Misawa and guest Judge Michael Lucas, the event will take place today at 3:30 pm in Old Main 201. All students attending this event will receive a copy of the U. S. Constitution.

Laser Tag on Rossin Patio!

Today from 4:00 to 8:00 pm!
SAIL is sponsoring an inflatable Laser Tag arena on the Rossin Patio this Thursday. The event is free to all students and will begin at 4:00 pm and run through 8:00 pm. Challenge your friends to a match!

Semester Abroad Showcase Tonight

This Evening at 5:30 pm in the Media Room
The Office of Study Abroad is excited to host our first Semester Abroad Showcase for the fall Today, September 17 at 5:30 pm in the Media Room! This is a great opportunity to hear from W&J students who have completed a study abroad program, to win prizes, learn about scholarships and enjoy free snacks!
 
Now is also the time to plan your spring 2016 semester abroad - schedule your advising appointment by emailing studyabroad@washjeff.edu. We are excited to help you reach your international education goals. Scholarships and grants are available! Future Showcases will be October 29 and November 19, also at 5:30 in the Media Room. Each Showcase has different presenters, so come to all three!

Announcements
Current Students - Get Gift Cards!

Encourage a high school student to attend the Office of Admission Showcase open house this Saturday and get a $10 W&J Campus Store gift card for each student you recommend who attends!! Remind the student to inform an admission staff member during the event that you referred them to receive your gift card.

Questions?  Contact Hannah Aloia, Visitor Services Coordinator, at haloia@washjeff.edu.

Parking Enforcement Begins
 
Parking enforcement will begin this Sunday, September 20, 2015.  Complete parking information is available on the Campus & Public Safety webpage

This Weekend's Events
Feel Good Friday

Friday from 11:30 pm  - 1:00 pm at the Campus Center Circle
This week's Feel Good Friday event is sponsored by Alumni Relations! 
There will be a visit from the Alumni Relations "mascot," Maddie the dog, freezer pops, cupcakes, corn hole & ladder golf, candy, and "retro" trinket toys.

Theatre SLAM!

This Saturday at 7:00 pm
Come to the Olin Fine Arts Center theatre this Saturday to experience original skits written and produced by W&J students within a 24 hour time limit. If you would like to participate, please come to the Olin Theatre on Friday evening at 7:00 pm.
 
So Long Solo Performance

This Saturday at 9:30 pm
So Long Solo, an indie pop folk duo, will be returning to W&J for the second time to perform in Monticello's!  They not only play amazing music, but also will provide delicious Adiago Tea, which is a farm fresh local tea for you to drink and try for free!


Michael Berry Memorial Concert

Pittsburgh Sports: Pirates

Volunteer Opportunities
Clothing Drive - Your Help is Needed!
 
Donations Needed by September 30
W&J has an awesome opportunity to support a great cause sponsored by Do Something and H&M. We are hosting a clothing drive from now until September 30. Any unwanted, clean clothing in any condition will be accepted. The ultimate goal is to collect as close to 4,000 articles of clothing as possible (1 sock counts as 1 item too- so any socks that have a lost match are perfect for this clothing drive!)  In addition, if W&J donates more clothing than the other competing schools, dosomething.org will give us money towards an all campus party! Any support that you could provide would be greatly appreciated. Clothes can be dropped off in the donation bins in Rossin next to the mail room, or a pick-up can be scheduled for larger donation amounts.

Feel free to email Alyssa Evanoff (evanoffar@jay.washjeff.edu) with any questions at all! The W&J community may be small, but if we all do our part we can make a big impact! Please consider donating and help spread the word!

Peace from DV 5K
 
Sign-up Today!
Domestic Violence Services of South Western PA needs your help! Their first annual 5K is in need of volunteers! Please contact Natalie Smith if you are interested in volunteering at the event by email at smithnb@jay.washjeff.edu 

If you are interested in participating in the 5K
Join us at Washington Wild Things Ballpark on Saturday, September 19, 2015 as we say NO MORE to domestic violence in the 1st Annual 5K Fun Run/Walk. This is an untimed family-friendly event to raise awareness and money for a worthwhile cause. No times, no pressure, no sweat...well, maybe a little sweat!
Registration starts at 8:00 am. Fun Run begins at 9:00 am and Walk begins at 9:15 am.

Visit peacefromdv.org to register and for more info!
All proceeds benefit Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA!

Schedule of Events
Thursday 
3:30 pm - Judicial Review Discussion, Old Main 201
4:00 pm - Laser Tag (until 8), Rossin Patio
4:00 pm - Volleyball vs. Geneva, Henry Gym
5:30 pm - Semester Abroad Showcase, Media Room
7:00 pm - The Rush, Campus Ctr. Circle
7:00 pm - First SGA General AssemblyYost Auditorium
8:00 pm -Volleyball vs. Chatham, Henry Gym
 
Friday
1:00 pm - Free Bowling with W&J ID (until 3), Alpine Lanes
6:00 pm - A Child's Story - Gallery Opening & Artist TalkOlin Art Gallery
6:30 pm - Pittsburgh Pipeline (departs 6:30, 8:30, 10:30), Campus Ctr. Circle
9:00 pm - Monticello's Karaoke Night, Hub LL
 
Saturday
8:00 am - Peace from Domestic Violence 5K Run/Walk, CONSOL Energy Park
11:00 am - Pittsburgh Pipeline (departs 11, 1, & 3), Campus Ctr. Circle
1:00 pm - Field Hockey vs. Kenyon, Campus Ctr. Circle
2:00 pm - Women's Soccer vs. Penn State BehrendAlexandre Stadium
6:30 pm - Pittsburgh Pipeline (departs 6:30, 8:30, 10:30), Campus Ctr. Circle
7:00 pm - Theatre SLAM!Olin Theatre
9:30 pm - So Long Solo: Live Performance at Monticello's, Hub LL
 
Sunday
11:00 am - Men's Water Polo vs. Monmouth, Henry Natatorium 
1:00 pm - Field Hockey vs. KenyonCameron Stadium
3:00 pm - Michael Berry Memorial Concert, Rossin Ballroom
5:00 pm - Pittsburgh Themed Dinner, Commons
7:00 pm - Mass, Newman Center
 
Monday Preview
Can You Survive the Interviewing Process?
 
Monday at 4:00 pm in Tech Center 118
Learn valuable interviewing skills from Jami Klingensmith, Assistant Director of Career Services. Registration preferred but not required. Walk-ins welcome.



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