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This Week at CBU

(l-r) Shaka Senghor, Gabriela Benitez, Josh Spickler, Mahal Burr, Valerie Kaur

The Gerard A. Vanderhaar Symposium will welcome Shaka Senghor, author of Writing My Wrongs: Life, Death and Redemption in an American Prison, as its 2017 keynote speaker on Friday, March 31 in the University Theater at 7:00 p.m. In collaboration with the Symposium, CBU will also host the Gandhi-King Conference on Saturday, April 1 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Senghor will also speak at the Conference, along with Gabriela Benitez, Organizer for the Detention Watch Network in Chicago; Josh Spickler, Executive Director of JUST CITY; and Mahal Burr, Bridge Builders Community Action Coordinator for BRIDGES USA. Closing the weekend, the National Civil Rights Museum hosts Valerie Kaur, an award-winning filmmaker, civil rights lawyer, activist, author, entrepreneur, and Sikh thought leader on April 1 at 6:00 p.m. More details…

Tri-Beta Biological Honor Society will host its three-day Fundraiser for Church Health, a local non-profit organization that provides healthcare for the working uninsured, on March 28-30 — capped off by the annual Students vs. Faculty Volleyball Tournament on Thursday, March 30 at 6:00 p.m. in Canale Arena. More details and full schedule…

The CBU chapter of the Mathematical Association of America (MAA) is hosting its first-ever Estimation — a competition where teams of four will work together to estimate certain values, such as the number of jelly beans in a jar — on March 30 at 7:00 p.m. in Sabbatini Lounge. This event is open to all CBU faculty, staff, and students — and you don't need to be great at math (or even likemath really) to win! More info…

The Catholic Student Association will present Praise, Prayer, and Pasta to kick off the Memphis Catholic Diocese Founder's Week on Sunday evening, April 2 from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. Praise and Worship, followed by Adoration will begin at 8:30 in Stritch Chapel, with Mass at 9:00 p.m. Dinner, as well as additional announcements and conversation, will be served in the Stritch Dining Room following Mass. The event is free, and food will be provided by CSA.

(And remember, for the most up-to-date list of campus events, check cbu.edu/events…)

Go All In for Education!

BE A PART OF CBU'S DAY OF GIVING!

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, April 4!
Last year, more than 200 Buccaneers went #ALLinforCBU, raising over $57,000.
This year, help us double the number of participants. Make a gift — in any amount.
Use the hashtag #ALLinforCBU and share it on our Facebook page and on Twitter.
Be a part of the action. Be #ALLinforCBU!

Career Calendar

PIZZA & PROFESSIONALS: GESTALT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
Thursday, March 23 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Buckman Hall 102
Come learn about the organization, who they are and what they do, positions they have available, and of course, enjoy free pizza! Open to all students in all majors. Those in education, teaching licensure, and other related areas are strongly encouraged to attend.

FIRST IMPRESSIONS: PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION
Thursday, March 30 | 1:00-2:00 p.m. | Montesi Executive Center
Being able to communicate effectively is incredibly important to advancing your career. Shawn Karol Sandy, owner of The Selling Agency, will share information with you to demonstrate just how important it is! Free taco bar lunch at 12:45 p.m.

Spring Cleaning Clothing Drive

The Mu Epsilon chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is hosting a Spring Cleaning Donation Drive through Friday, March 31. Donations are accepted for the following items for men and women: sweaters, coats, socks, gloves, winter hats, pants, and long sleeve shirts. These items will be donated to Memphis Union Mission, Dorothy Day Center, and Sophia's Women Shelter. Boxes are located by ITS and the Swashbuckler.

Kudos

Bob Arnold (Advancement) was interviewed on the cityCURRENT Radio Show on March 20 on his role as executive director of Chatterbox Audio Theater. Chatterbox creates fully soundscaped audio works for free streaming and download. Most Chatterbox shows are recorded live, with manual sound effects and as little post-production editing as possible. Listen to Bob's interview by clicking on the photo above, or download it from iTunes.

CBU Gives

CBU's Student Athletic Advisory Committee, led by Coach Mandi Balduf, raised a total of $485 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation in a silent auction that was held at the March 18 Lady Buc Softball doubleheader.

Tri-Beta Biological Honor Society held its Trivia Night on March 16 and raised $323.97 for Church Health. Nine teams came out to support Church Health and to have a lot of fun. Tri-Beta holding its Church Health Week fundraiser this week (see "This Week at CBU" above) and a Bake Sale on April 3-5.

Memphis Immersion Experience Donations

The RN-BSN Nursing Program will have several students participating in service learning during the "Memphis Immersion Experience" April 3-6. During that time, the program will be reaching out to help homeless people, the elderly, people suffering from dementia, children, and women recovering from substance abuse. If you have any donations you could provide to help meet needs right here in our own back yard, bring them to the Nursing Office in Buckman Hall on the third floor or email Cecilia Garrison at cgarris1@cbu.edu. There is a box outside the Nursing Office where you can drop off donations at any time.

FOR A LIST OF AGENCIES AND REQUESTED DONATION ITEMS, CLICK HERE…

Aamir Howisha
Does your name have special meaning? Prince
Hometown/Country: Khartoum, Sudan
Major: Master of Science in Engineering Management
Class Year: 2017-2018
Tell us about yourself: I have been studying in higher education institutions for more than ten years in America and have many degrees in the sciences and arts. I hope to teach at a University soon.
Why did you choose to come to CBU? Click here for that answer and more »

If anyone wants to nominate a student for the Spotlight or if a student is interested in being in the Spotlight, they can email Stephanie Mathis, International Student Services Coordinator, at smathis@cbu.edu. Follow International Student Services on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter!

Founder's Week

The CBU community will celebrate Founder's Week April 3-8. During this week, we come together in Faith, Service, and Community to celebrate St. John Baptist de La Salle and our shared Lasallian heritage. Schedule of events coming soon — check cbu.edu/events for updates!

Founder's Day Mass with Bishop Martin D. Holley, D.D.
The CBU community will celebrate Founder's Day Mass on Tuesday, April 4 at 12:30 p.m. in Stritch Chapel. Bishop Martin D. Holley, D.D. will celebrate mass and will join the CBU community for a reception to follow in the Living Learning Center.

Congratulations!

Michael Fox (Mechanical Engineering '19) has been selected from the students who completed Fall 2016 course evaluations. He is being awarded a Roku streaming device.

CBU Phone-a-thon: Now Hiring

APPLY NOW! LIMITED NUMBER OF POSITIONS AVAILABLE!
CONTACT JORDAN SCARLESKI AT JSCARLES@CBU.EDU OR (901) 321-4036!

Summer Study Abroad

Are you still looking for a summer study abroad location? Edge Hill University in Ormskirk, England would be glad to welcome CBU students to their Summer Program that begins on July 1. The cost of the 5-week program is $5,200. If you decide you don't want the week in London, the cost of the program will be $4,000 for four weeks of courses. The application deadline for summer isn't until April 15, so there is plenty of time — contact studyabroad@cbu.edu for more info about this opportunity and to apply!

Campus Ministry News

Service is Sweet: Lasallian Volunteer Interest Meeting
Interested in doing a service year after graduation? Started your LV application but still have questions? Kathleen Swain (Director of Lasallian Volunteers) and Julia Kueter (Lasallian Scholar) invite you to stop by Thomas Center 100 Conference room on Tuesday, March 28, 12:00-1:00 p.m. Sweet treats will be provided and a presentation on Lasallian Volunteers will start at 12:30. Feel free to bring your lunch in!

Young Lasallians Retreat
Want to connect with young professionals who are interested in service, social justice, and developing an interior prayer life? Join Young Lasallians for a weekend of fellowship, fun, and spiritual restoration April 21-23. To register, email Molly Nocera at mnocera@cbmidwest.org or click here! Cost is $100. Deadline to register is April 10. For more on Young Lasallians, click here…

Attention: 2017 Graduates

Are you participating in the Commencement Ceremony on May 13?
If so, please review the commencement proofs on the CBU website:
Undergraduate Proofs • Graduate Proofs

If you indicated on your Intent to Graduate Application that you wanted to participate in the commencement ceremony, your name should appear on the proof. Please check your name and major to make sure that the information is accurate. Please be advised that your diploma/program name must match your name as it is listed in Banner. The only exception to this is if you want to use a middle initial rather than a middle name or vice versa. Any other changes will require the completion of a Request for Name Change form, as well as legal documentation verifying your name. If you want to participate in the program, and your name does not appear, your status will need to be changed to walking. Please contact graduation@cbu.edu with corrections no later than April 7.

News at CBU

GOVERNOR TO DELIVER COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS
Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam will deliver the address at CBU's 2017 commencement exercises on Saturday, May 13. The ceremony will begin at 10:00 a.m. at Signaigo Field on CBU’s campus. CBU will confer the honoris causa (honorary doctorate) on Governor Haslam in recognition of his outstanding commitment to improving higher education across the state of Tennessee, particularly the introduction of the Tennessee STRONG (Support, Training, and Renewing Opportunity for National Guardsmen) Act, his ambitious Drive to 55 program, and the remarkable success of the Tennessee Promise scholarship in boosting college attainment rates. More info…

CBU PRESIDENT SIGNS LETTER IN SUPPORT OF "DREAMERS"
Dr. John Smarrelli Jr., President of CBU, is among 560 college and university presidents organized by the American Council on Education who recently signed a letter urging President Trump to keep in place protections for "Dreamers," immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as children and many of whom are now college students. "Unfortunately, many of these young people now live in fear that the program [DACA] will be rolled back or revoked," the letter says. "In order to lift this cloud of fear, we ask that you commit to allowing these productive and high-achieving individuals to continue to work and study while your administration and Congress arrive at a permanent solution. The higher education community is eager to work with you to find a path forward." To view the full letter, please click here.

President John Smarrelli at the NCAA South Regional Tournament on March 24 with Kevin Kane, CEO of the Memphis Convention & Visitors Bureau; Mark Emmert, President of the NCAA; and Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland.

Student Research Poster Session

The Alpha Chi Student Research Poster Session will be presented on April 18 in Sabbatini Lounge from noon to 2:00 p.m. Please send your titles to Dr. Malinda Fitzgerald at malinda@cbu.edu by April 10. This session is open to all students who want to display a poster of their research projects.

Upcoming CBU Events

Want to know what's coming up at CBU?
The best place to look is cbu.edu/events. (You can also submit your events there.)

Tri-Beta Biological Honor Society is holding a bake sale on April 3- April 5 in the Buckman Quad to benefit Church Heath.

CBU Food Recovery Network will be hosting a Memphis Food Recovery Conference at CBU on April 8, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Join the discussion on food waste, food deserts, sustainable food options, and how each of us can make a difference!! Details and ticket information…

CBU's Last Lecture this year will feature Dr. Scott Geis, Dean of the Rosa Deal School of Arts, on Tuesday, April 25.

Bringing Out the Leaders

The 4th annual Bringing Out the Leaders event will take place at the University of Memphis University Center on April 13 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The biggest collegiate networking event in Memphis, Bringing Out the Leaders is designed to connect college students across the Mid-South with some of the top professional leaders in the Mid-South. This event has a legacy of attracting hundreds of college students and professionals together for a night of networking, dialogue, and transparency. Students can register here!

Buc Bulletin

BASEBALL (9-21, 4-13 GSC): The Bucs matched their season-high with 12 runs Tuesday afternoon, but visiting Southern Arkansas still claimed a 15-12 victory. Host West Florida swept a Gulf South Conference doubleheader from the Bucs Sunday afternoon, winning the opener 4-0 and the nightcap 12-2. This week's schedule…

SOFTBALL (6-26, 0-17 GSC): Freshman Julia Schassburger threw her first career no-hitter, CBU's first since 2009, in game one as the Lady Bucs swept LeMoyne-Owen 7-1 and 15-1 Tuesday at Bland Field. Host West Florida won a pair of one-run games Sunday afternoon as they swept a Gulf South Conference doubleheader from the Lady Bucs. This week's schedule…

MEN'S GOLF: Led by a third-place finish from sophomore Parker Sewell and a fourth-place finish from senior Colton Hall, the Bucs finished second in the Buccaneer Spring Classic hosted by CBU at North Creek Golf Course in Southaven Monday and Tuesday.

Check cbubucs.com for full schedules of Buccaneer Tennis, Track & Field, and Golf…

CBU Cheerleader Calendar

Support the Squad Today
Calendar Sale: $5 each
— $10 to get a copy signed by all of the CBU Cheerleaders —
ON SALE ALL WEEK DURING LUNCH

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