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Bethe Connections: 12/2 - 12/18

Your one stop shop for things happening in Bethe and
beyond this coming week!

This Week At A Glance (more info below):

• TONIGHT: Fri., 12/2, Naija Movie Night, 7:30pm-9:30pm, Bethe Seminar Room

• TOMORROW: Sat., 12/3, Shadow Box Art, 7pm-8:30pm, Bethe Common Rm.

• Sun., 12/4, Bethe Dessert Social, 8:30pm-9:30pm, Bethe Dining

• Finals Study Breaks, 8:30pm-9:30pm, Bethe Dining, Details below

• Sign up for West Campus Book Read

• Residence Halls close on Sunday, December 18, 2pm

Bethe Engagements

Bethe Study Period and Finals Breaks

West Campus Book Read

Please join us for a West Campus Winter Book Read of

Sexual Citizens: Sex, Power, and Assault on Campus
By Jennifer Hirsch and Shamus Khan

Sexual Citizens reveals the social ecosystem that makes sexual assault a predictable element of life on a college campus. The powerful concepts of sexual projects, sexual citizenship, and sexual geographies, provide a new language for understanding the forces that shape young people’s sexual relationships. The result transforms our understanding of sexual assault and provides a new roadmap for how to address it.

Sign up Monday, Dec 5, for a free copy of the book. We will notify you when the book is ready to be picked up from your House office before you leave for winter break.

House by House debriefing sessions will take place early Spring 2023.

Winter Closing Notice

Hans Bethe House will close for the winter on Sunday, December 18 at 2pm.

You should plan on departing within 24 hours of your last final.

Please log into the Housing Portal by December 4 to select a departure timeslot.

If you are returning to Bethe in the spring, you can leave your items in your room and you do not have to return keys.

If you are not returning to Bethe in the spring (graduation, leave of absence, study abroad etc.), you must completely move out from your room, remove all belongings, and return your keys.

Undergraduate residential buildings reopen on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 9:00am. Residents will not be permitted to enter their building or access their room before that time.

More details in your email from Housing. HAD Perdita will also send out more information separately.

End-of-Semester Tips

We’re in the homestretch! Take a moment to acknowledge how far you’ve come ... and consider these tips for how to finish the semester strong.

Academic tips

Focusing on your academics doesn’t mean your well-being has to suffer. Plan ahead to balance your time between studying and self-care.

• Create a "homestretch calendar." The Learning Strategies Center has great resources for creating an end-of-semester time management calendar, along with other helpful tips.

• Communicate early with professors and academic advisors if you need extra help or anticipate difficulty meeting deadlines.

• Take study breaks. Taking purposeful breaks from studying (unfortunately, social media doesn’t count!) of 5–60 minutes at a time to refresh your brain, and increase energy, productivity, and ability to focus.

Self-care

Yes, it really matters! Self-care is the foundation of well-being and academic success.

• Prioritize sleep: Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep each night.

• Eat well: Fuel your body and mind with nutritious food.

• Move your body. Build in time for some physical activity. Even walking counts!

• Keep stress in check: Find healthy ways to many stress (see ideas below).

• Make time for fun: Find opportunities to do things you enjoy and connect with others.

• Avoid / limit alcohol: Drinking alcohol can decrease your focus, energy, and sleep quality.

• Try a workshop: Attend a free online CAPS workshops on anxiety, procrastination, imposter syndrome, and other topics.

Special In-Person Let's Meditate Sessions During Study & Finals Period

Wednesday, December 7 from 12:15-12:45pm, Mann Library Room160

Wednesday December 14 from 12:15-12:45pm, Mann Library Room 100

Join mindfulness meditation practitioner Eve Abrams for a short break in your day to slow down and recharge with a few moments of quiet and presence during the fall study and finals period.

These free, guided mindfulness meditation offerings are open to folks of all shapes, sizes, and identities. No previous experience necessary. No registration needed. Come as you are; all are welcome!

Important Reminders

GRF On Call: 607-327-1729

The GRF On-Call phone is only turned on when the House Office is closed.

Reasons to call the GRF On-Call: lockouts after hours, neighbors are being noisy during quiet hours (sounds like a party), the electricity went out in your room, and other similar concerns that cannot wait until the House Office is open again.

Do not call the GRF On-Call to pick up a package from the House Office, to let your friend(s) into the building, or for anything that can wait until the House Office is open.

FOR EMERGENCIES CALL CUPD 607-255-1111, OR 911

Halal Food on West Campus

Keeton House Dining Room offers Halal food at dinner 7 days a week!