Article 5 Fall 2013 The Oaks Press ‘ Menlo College Campus News ‘ September 16th to September 22nd 2013
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Aloha Menlo College, As a successful homecoming week comes to a close, I hope you all see that Menlo is a place that is truly unique Inspirational because of how close knit we are to each other. We are one big family and support each other in times of need and Quote celebrate during all our successes. I find it a little fitting that we are represented by an Oak “The best thing to Tree because without many components there can be no hold onto in life tree. Without branches, leaves, roots, bark, and acorns, is each other.” there is no Oak Tree. Our family here on campus really has many components and that’s why we are something that is so unique. We function as a whole and depend on -Aundrey Hepburn each other constantly. I hope you all see how close knit we are and take the bonds we have made and will continue to make to heart and treasure them as we go on in life. For many of you guys, it will be four years together and I would suggest treasuring every moment during your time here. People here are great and I’ve truly found people I consider to be “TRUE FRIENDS.” I hope you all find the same. Go OAKS!
-Mikey Kukahiwa-Haruno, Campus News Editor
What’s in this Week’s Issue.. Pg. 3... Mister and Miss Menlo Pg. 4-7… Campus Events Pg. 8… Tutor Lab and Study Slam Pg. 9… The MOB! Pg. 10.. Student Union Hours Pg. 11… Library Hours Pg. 12-13… Peer Counselor Information Pg. 14… Career Corner Pg. 15… 2 Athletics
Mister and Miss Menlo
Seniors Mikey Kukahiwa-Haruno and Jessica Soliai were voted Mister and Miss Menlo by their peers during Homecoming Week!
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Campus Events
Monday, September 16, 2013 Last Day For 50% Tuition Refund
Men’s and Women’s Cal Pac Preview Tournament
3:00 pm (Wunderlich Field): Men’s Soccer vs. Dominican University
5:00 pm (Fireside Lounge): First Menlo Filipino Club Meeting
This will be the Filipino Club’s first meeting where members will meet the club officials and advisor. Also this meeting will brief the members on their ideas for the club.
7:00 pm (Russell Center): Monday Speaker Series: Evan Low, Mayor of the City of Campbell
Evan Low was made history in 2006 by becoming the first Asian-American, openly gay and youngest person ever elected to Campbell’s City Council. This year, he made history again by becoming the youngest Asian-American Mayor in the Country. He has a B.A. in Political Science from San Jose State University and is also a graduate of the Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. Come listen to him speak
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Campus Events
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Men’s and Women’s Cal Pac Preview Tournament
3:30 pm (Wunderlich Field): Women’s Soccer vs. Mill’s College
7:00 pm (Russell Center): Study Slam
9:00 pm (Fireside Lounge): The Menlo Movie
Come see what the new faces of Menlo have to say! This movie will be a short film about all things new at Menlo this year. The night will be comical. You will not want to miss out. Wednesday, September 18, 2013
11:30 am (Quad): Day Student Lunch
6:10 pm: Ethical Leadership: Doing the Right Thing
The Ethics in Action Club hosts an informal conversation with industry leaders. Today's speaker is Thomas Plante, Ethicist, Scholar, Author. All are welcome to attend!
7:00 pm (Student Union): Menlo Billiard Tournament
The Menlo Billiards Club will be hosting the first billiards tournament of the year.
7:00 pm (Fitness Center): Yoga Night
Bring a yoga mat if you have one and some water and take part of the Fitness Center’s Yoga Night.
9:00 pm (Brawner Board Room):5 Allocation Board Meeting
Campus Events
Thursday, September 19, 2013
3:00 pm (Wunderlich Field): Men’s Soccer vs. San Diego Christian College
7:00 pm (Haynes Prim Pavilion): Women’s Volleyball vs. UC Santa Cruz Friday, September 20, 2013
3:00 pm (Haynes Prim Pavilion): Women’s Volleyball vs. La Sierra University
6:30 pm (Russell Center): Jewish Student Club Shabbat Dinner
The Jewish Student Club will having their first Shabbat dinner of the semester. We will be enjoying a delicious dinner cooking by members of the club and then making our own fun and delicious dessert.
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Campus Events
Saturday, September 21, 2013
9:00 am (Oakland, CA): Cross Country Mill’s College Invite
12:00 pm (Cartan Field): Football vs. Pacific University
12:00 pm (Wunderlich Field): Men’s Soccer vs. UC Merced
2:30 pm (Wunderlich Field): Women’s Soccer vs. UC Merced
Sunday, September 21, 2013
4:00 pm (Gym): Zumba Class
Come to the gym to enjoy free Zumba Classes. If you are interested, bring water and a towel and be ready to zumba!
7:00 pm (Gym): Hawai’i Club Hula Practice
Interested in participating in the 23rd Annual Hawai’i Club Lu’au this year? Come to the gym and learn hula dancing from instructor Martini Eke.
9:00 pm (Student Union): Ice Cream Sunday
Come enjoy ice cream sundaes with a movie to conclude you weekend on September 22nd! There is no better way to end the weekend then with a little ice cream in the Student Union! 7
Tutor Lab and Study Slam News
The Peer Tutor Lab returns to Menlo this week! The returning peer tutors for this semester are Daniel Macias, Michele Canali, Samantha Tongo, Jessica Shepardson, Travis Gorzalka, and Brittni Byun. In addition, our new tutors this year are Garrett Spangler, Laurene Montfort, Emma Oehler, and Yanfeng (Peter) Lui. They are all looking forward to providing one-on-one academic help to all Menlo students! The Tutor Lab is located in the Academic Success Center (ASC). The hours for the Tutor Lab are Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday from 7-9 pm. (Please enter the ASC through the library in the evening.) On Tuesday, the peer tutors are available at STUDY SLAM, held in the Russell Center, also from 7-9 pm. Stop by the ASC to pick up a new fall schedule for the Tutor Lab.
STUDY SLAM starts this Tuesday night, September 10th and will continue every Tuesday night throughout the semester from 7-9 pm. Peer tutors will be joined by faculty and staff to help Menlo students with their studies. As always, pizza, and often additional treats, will be served. All Menlo students are encouraged to take advantage of these free resources! Everyone is welcome at the Tutor Lab and STUDY SLAM!
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THE MOB!!!
The MOB (Menlo Oaks Band) is looking for students who play an instrument. We can use almost every instrument except strings. All of you who signed up were notified with an email to your Menlo email address. Please check. Until we know how to connect with you via your personal email accounts or Facebook, this is how we are communicating with you. Our conductor is Ms Sheri Luevano, a Menlo alum and consummate musician. Email Professor Thomas at [email protected]. Practices will be from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm on Wednesdays in the Kratt Basement. Instruments will be provided.
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Student Union Hours Fall 2013 12:00 pm to 12:00 am EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK!!!
If there are any questions of concerns pertaining to the Student Union please email [email protected]
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Bowman Library and Tech Center Hours Fall 2013
FALL SEMESTER HOURS
Monday – Thursday 8am – 11pm
Friday 8am – 6pm
Saturday 11am – 5pm
Sunday 1pm – 11pm
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A Message From the Peer Counselors Hey Menlo Students! Starting September 9th, 2013, the Peer Counselors Office located in the Academic Success Center will be open for you all to come to. The Peer Counselors are students who care about the well being of their fellow classmates. They have been trained to listen, share experiences, assist with decision-making, and provide support. This year the Peer Counselors have a wonderful staff made up of seniors, Cindy Manko, Emily Tonascia, Daniel Macias, Mikey Kukahiwa-Haruno, and junior, Melissa Lopez. They are supervised by Sharyn Moore, Associate Dean of Student Affairs of Menlo College. Some of the topics that the Peer Counselors will focus on this semester include Alcohol and Drug Use, Relationship Issues, Technology Addiction, Grief and Loss, and Time Management. Be sure to check the bulletin board in the Student Union for information on these various topics and much more. Below are the Peer Counselors’ office hours schedules.
Day Time Peer Counselor
Sunday 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Melissa L. Monday 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Emily T. Tuesday 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm Daniel M. Wednesday 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Cindy M. Thursday 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Mikey K.
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Grief and Loss
The topic of grief and loss is a very touchy subject and one that people wish they never have to go through. However, it is a part of life. The loss can range from getting fired from a job, losing your home, getting injured due to a sport and no longer being able to play, or losing a loved one. Our natural reaction to such a traumatic change is grief. Grief is an intense emotional reaction, which can affect a person mentally and physically. There is a five-stage process to grief known as the Kubler- Ross Model. The series of emotional stages are denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. People dealing with grief will tend to feel all these emotions, but it is not limited to only these and can occur in any order. If you know someone who is dealing with grief, the best thing you can do is to be there for him or her and to listen. Allow them to express what they are feeling and encourage them to be patient with himself or herself. They do not have to discuss everything at once, just let them know that you are there for them and that it is okay to cry. In addition, do not tell them how they should feel or that you know how they feel unless you have experienced their loss yourself.
The Peer Counselors are here to help and listen to the students of Menlo College. If you are experiencing any type of sadness (it does not have to be related to loss), we are here to listen and help you to the best of our abilities. A great resource for dealing with grief due to losing a loved one is Kara, the grief support organization located in Palo Alto. Their services include easing the pain of losing your loved one and helping you feel that you are not alone. Kara is running an event called “Kara’s Walk to Remember” on September 28 in Palo Alto. This event will allow you to walk in honor and in memory of a loved one or walk to support friends, family members, and co-workers grieving a loss. The Psychology Club will be hosting this event and will be pleased for others to join in. It is a wonderful opportunity and will allow you to see that you are not alone and people want to help.
By: Cindy Manko, Senior, Peer Counselor
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Career Corner
Register now for the 2013 Young Women's Summit, presented by Juniper Networks.
The Young Women's Summit offers unique programming to help college-aged women expand their horizons and pursue the careers they desire by connecting them with successful, professional women eager to share what they know with the next generation of women leaders.
October 1, 2013 — 9:00am - 3:30pm Juniper Networks Aspiration Dome (Sunnyvale, CA) Cost: Free!
For more information visit: http://www.pbwc.org/yws
**Remember to like the Menlo College Career Services Face book Page and Register on CareerLink!
Kai Moreno, Career Services
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Oaks Athletics
Upcoming Games
Football:
*September 28, 2013- 1:00 pm Congrats Courtney Calicdan on being the Cal vs. La Verne Pac Women’s Volleyball Player of the Week!!!! Volleyball:
*September 25, 2013- 7:00 pm vs. UC Santa Cruz
Men’s Soccer:
*September 23, 2013- 4:00 pm vs. UC Santa Cruz
*September 27, 2013- 2:00 pm vs. La Sierra University Football (1-2): Women’s Soccer: 35-6 WIN against Pamona-Pitzer *September 26, 2013- 5:00 pm Volleyball (5-3): vs. Embry-Riddle 3-0 WIN against Mill’s College *September 27, 2013- 3:30 pm Men’s Soccer (2-0): vs. Carroll 7-0 WIN against Pacific Union
Women’s Soccer (0-1):