The Slutzker Center would like to extend our very best wishes for the Year of the Rat to all those students who are celebrating Lunar New Year this weekend!

Mix It Up Meeting

Students of all backgrounds are invited to attend--so invite a friend. Discover or invent a project for yourself or just join our discussion and enjoy some refreshments. View copies of Medley magazine, a Mix It Up project, online.

Day: Friday, February 8, 2008
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Slutzker Center
RSVP: Elane Granger, elcarras@syr.edu

Black History Month

The University kicked off Black History Month on Friday, Feb. 1, with a celebration in the atrium of the Hildegarde and J. Myer Schine Student Center. A listing of events is available online.

Moonlight Snowshoe Hike

Day: Thursday, February 14, 2008
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Fee: $5.00 Refundable Deposit (SU Undergraduates)
$3.00 Fee - All Other SU / ESF ID card Holder

To sign-up or for more information, please contact:
Recreation Services, 241 Archbold Gymnasium or 443-4386 (4FUN)

This program was funded by the Undergraduate Co-Curricular Fee.

International Fiber Collaborative

Participate in the International Fiber Collaborative, an opportunity for people who enjoy working with crafts, whether professional artists, hobbyists, or graduate students to come together from all over the world to express their concerns about their countries extreme dependency on oil for energy. More information.

Day: Friday, February 15, 2008
Time 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Location: Inn Complete
RSVP: To Roseanne Ecker by Feb 11
Flyer

After Valentine's Day Concert

The Slutzker Center for International Services presents a Special After Valentine's Day Concert featuring musician Loure Struber.

Day: February 15, 2007
Time: 5:15 pm - 7:30 p.m.
Location: 310 Walnut Place (Slutzker Center)
This is a free event.

RSVP to lescis@syr.edu or 443-2457 by February 13th, 2008 as there is limited seating.

Support the American Heart Association

Support the American Heart Association (AHA) and their mission: "Building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke"--Stop by the Slutzker Center for International Services to purchase a red AHA support bracelet ($2), an AHA donation heart ($1 and up), or to order a dozen heart shaped cookies ($9.99-payment is required at the time of order). Cookie orders will be taken until noon 2/11 and cookies will be available 2/13.

University Judicial Board/Peer Education Team Applications Available

Are you interested in the judicial system? Would you like to be the member of a board that judges student infractions?

The Office of Judicial Affairs is looking for students to participate on the University Judicial board/Peer Education Team (UJB/PET). The mission of the UJB/PET is to participate in judicial hearings and develop programs that encourage civility and good citizenship. This is an opportunity for you to become a leader and to develop skills in facilitation and conflict resolution. Graduates and undergraduates, with a suggested GPA of above 2.5, are welcome to apply.

For more information, contact Dr. Elane Granger or Camila Lertora-Nardozzi. Applications are available at the Slutzker Center Reception Desk and on the Judicial Affairs website.

Safety and Traveling During Spring Break

  • Use a reputable travel agency.
  • Learn as much as you can about your destination.
  • If you are driving, select the safest routes, using current maps and travel information.
  • Choose reputable hotels and motels (recommended by travel agency or auto club, etc.)
  • Pack wisely. Being overburdened with luggage makes you more of a target.
  • Avoid packing valuables or items you cannot afford to replace or have stolen.
  • Never leave luggage unattended.
  • Dress wisely (avoid looking like a tourist).
  • Leave a complete travel schedule with a trusted family member of friend (where and when you
    will be at a location and how you can be reached).
  • Leave copies of driver's license, passport, and credit cards with a trusted friend or family member, in case of loss.

    • Free Syracuse Symphony Tickets Available

    Through the generosity of the Syracuse Symphony, supported by the International Center of Syracuse, we are distributing 40 free tickets to student and scholar members of the International Center of Syracuse. If you are a member, and would like 1-2 tickets for tonight's performance (Friday February 8), please contact Pat Burak by email, paburak@syr.edu. If tickets are still available after 4 p.m., Pat will give those tickets to any student or scholar, whether or not they are a member of ICS. So, please let her know by email immediately if you are interested.) The Syracuse University Connective Corridor free bus will take you directly to the Civic Center and bring you back to campus after the performance.

    French Fireworks
    February 8 to February 9, 8:00 p.m.
    Kazuyoshi Akiyama, conductor
    Jennifer Frautschi, violin
    RAVEL La Valse
    LALO Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21
    SAINT-SAENS Havanaise
    DEBUSSY Iberia from Images

    Upcoming Job Fair for Japanese-English Bilinguals

    The 2008 New York Career Forum job fair featuring 35 global companies will be held for Japanese-English bilinguals. Students are encouraged to register early and apply to companies online prior to the event to receive maximum results. Registration and attending the event is free and travel scholarships are available. More information.

    Days: February 29th & March 1, 2008
    Location: Penn Plaza Pavilion Exhibition Hall at the Hotel Pennsylvania
                  401 7th Avenue, New York, NY 10001

    Japanese-English Bilingual Employment Opportunities

    RECRUIT Co., Ltd., one of Japan's largest media companies and Asia's largest publisher in the employment information industry is looking for Japanese-English bilingual international students seeking employment. More information. Access Japan's largest and most popular job-search website for University students here.

    For more information, contact Dr. Elane Granger.

    Interest-Free Loans for Students from Latin American and Caribbean Countries

    The Leo S. Rowe Fund helps citizens from Latin America and Caribbean countries to finance their higher education and achieve their educational and professional goals in universities across the United States by awarding interest-free loans.

    Supplementary aid of up to US$15,000 (for living expenses, tuition, or emergencies not covered by their principal source of finance) is available.

    These highly subsidized loans are made with the understanding that upon completion of their studies, beneficiaries commit to repay the loan in full and return to their home countries to apply their knowledge and training to the economic and social advancement of the developing countries within the Americas. More information.