SOURCE Bulletin for January 31, 2007

This week's contents:

I. GENERAL ANNOUCEMENTS i. The SOURCE wants your feedback! ii. Applications for Major Campus Event Chairpersons are now available! iii. M.O.V.E to a great Student Leadership Experience iv. SOURCE Mailboxes available in the new space v. Calling All OSU Leaders! vi. Winter Training Dates Available On-line vii. SOURCE Programs for Winter 2007 now posted

II. ORGANIZATION ANNOUNCEMENTS i. OUAB Upcoming Events ii. ENGLAND: Social Justice in a Global Context iii. Greetings from LeaderShape! iv. Human Rights Conference at OSU! v. Apply for Mortar Board Today…Applications due February 17 vi. Unlock the Secret...coming February 3rd! vii. Adventures for Wish Kids Carnival viii. NEW STUDENT ORGANIZATION: The ONE Campaign-OSU Chapter ix. Documentary Viewing and Discussion: "Invisible Children" x. Call for Alumni Award Nominations xi. May Week 2007!

III. MISCELLANEOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS i. Nominations Invited for Awards for Excellence in Community Service and Scholarship 2007 ii. Beanie Drake Scholarship Application Now Available iii. Duck ‘N Dodge Columbus iv. 3rd annual FAES International Festival v. The Beginning of the 29th African-American Heritage Festival

IV. EXPLORE COLUMBUS UPDATES

“Vision comes alive when everyone sees where his or her contribution makes a difference.” -Ken Blanchard-

I. GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

The SOURCE wants your feedback! Please take a minute to answer these 3 questions. 1. Have you used the SOURCE in the past year? Why or why not?

2. What services, assistance, or additional resources/equipment for student organizations would you like the SOURCE to provide that it currently does not?

3. What is the best way for the SOURCE to communicate news and information to your student organization leaders and general members?

Email your answers to [email protected] or [email protected]

------Applications for Major Campus Event Chairpersons are now available!

Apply to be the chairperson for Welcome Week, Student Involvement Fair, Homecoming, Beat Michigan Week, or BuckeyeThon. More information about each position can be found on the application which is available online or in the Student Activities Office in The Ohio Union @ Ohio Stadium, between gates 22 & 24. Applications are due Friday, February 16 by 5:00pm.

The Student Activities Office of the Ohio Union is responsible for planning and organizing several major campus events throughout the year. Students, staff, and faculty from all over campus and the community assist in the planning of many of these events, as they truly belong to the entire University community. Each of these major campus events is planned by an undergraduate student, working closely with a staff member and a graduate student from the Ohio Union staff. These undergraduate students are selected by an application and interview process that begins in February of each year. If you are an undergraduate student interested in becoming a Major Campus Event Chair, or if you are a student, staff, or faculty member interested in being a part of the planning committees, contact Kay Robinson at [email protected] or (614) 292-8763. See http://ohiounion.osu.edu/studentorgs/events.asp for more information and the application. ------M.O.V.E to a great Student Leadership Experience Ohio Northern University will be hosting the second annual M.O.V.E. (Motivating Organizations to Visualize Excellence) Student Leadership Conference Sunday, March 11, 2007. This conference, designed especially for student leaders, will give you and your organization valuable leadership insight and methods to visualize excellence. Cost is only $20 person and the registration deadline is Friday, February 16. Keynote speakers include Patrick Coombs, a best-selling author, inspirational speaker, and humorous entertainer as well as Delatorro L. McNeal, II, and empowerment expert. For more information email the [email protected] or the conference contacts, Dustin Hartzler ([email protected]) or Melanie Reda ([email protected]) ------SOURCE Mailboxes available in the new space

Organizations that are interested in having mailboxes in our new Ohio Stadium space must apply (or re-apply).

Come in anytime and fill out the form. In the meantime, we will bring all mail with us so you do not lose it, but you can also contact the post office to have mail forwarded to their new stadium room address, if they have an office, or 113A which is the Source room address.

Our new address is: Ohio Union at the Ohio Stadium 1961 Tuttle Park Place Room 113 A Columbus, Ohio 43210

For more information, contact [email protected] ------Calling All OSU Leaders!

46th ANNUAL LEADERSHIP AWARDS: Applications Available NOW! The Ohio State University has recognized hundreds of leaders and organizations who give their time, talent and energy to better our community throughout the years. It is our honor to celebrate the people who strive to make a difference as leaders, students, and Buckeyes. Awards are available for individuals, organizations, advisors, and programs. All applications and nominations must be submitted online by Friday, February 2, 2007 by 5:00 pm. Please contact Jen Pelletier at [email protected] or 614-247-7792 with any questions about this process. http://www.ohiounion.osu.edu/studentorgs/leadership_award.asp ------Winter Training Dates Available On-line

Sign-up now for our Winter Organization Orientation, Treasurer Trainings, and Advisor Certifications. To view scheduled times, visit, http://ohiounion.osu.edu/studentorgs/orgs_training.asp ------SOURCE Programs for Winter 2007 now posted

Thursday, Feb 1 The SOURCE Presents…Fundraising 101 Looking for some insights into fundraising and fundraisers for your organization or ways to navigate student organization funding? Then this session is a don’t miss! 4:00-5:00pm

Tuesday, Feb 6 The SOURCE Presents…Basic Website Development Learn basic Dreamweaving techniques from a professional to give your organization’s website an added boost! 4:00pm

Thursday, Feb 15 The SOURCE Presents…Public Speaking Tips Does your organization need to give a presentation or are you looking to improve your skills running meetings or speaking in front of crowds? This is for you! 5:00-6:00pm

Tuesday, Feb 20 The SOURCE Presents…Basic Website Development Learn basic Dreamweaving techniques from a professional to give your organization’s website an added boost! 7:00pm

Thursday, March 1 The SOURCE Presents…Fundraising 101 Looking for some insights into fundraising and fundraisers for your organization or ways to navigate student organization funding? Then this session is a don’t miss! 2:00-3:00pm

Monday, March 5 The SOURCE Presents…Successful Transitions Are you becoming a new officer of a student organization or transitioning out of an officer position? Learn tips and strategies for successful organization transitions. 3:00pm

To view more information about SOURCE winter programs, visit, http://ohiounion.osu.edu/studentorgs/orgs_program.asp ------SOURCE Bulletin Submissions

If your organization is sponsoring an event or program, it can be advertised here in the SOURCE Bulletin. All submissions must be around 100-150 words and be written exactly how you want them to appear. Also, please include your organization or department name in the email. Due to space restrictions, we are not able to include announcements for multiple weeks.

Send to Kate Leishman ([email protected]) by Monday, 5 pm to be included in that week's bulletin.

II. ORGANIZATION ANNOUNCEMENTS

OUAB Upcoming Events WEEK 5

"Shake Your Ice" Skating Party Fri Feb 2, 2007 - 8:00 PM OSU Ice Rink

Special Events Join OUAB in a chance to polish up those skating skills! A DJ will be spinning great hip-hop jams with fun prizes for best skating costume and more. Don't miss out on the free rent skate rental, pizza and pop

Tickets are available between gates 22 and 24 at the Explore Columbus Desk. 2 Tickets per BuckID.

WEEK 6

Religion in the Middle East Lecture featuring Gideon Yago and Reza Aslan Wed Feb 7, 2007 - 8:00 PM The Newman Center

Lectures MTV's Gideon Yago and distinguished Islamic scholar Reza Aslan discuss tension in the Middle East and its tie to religion. It's time to stop the debate and become informed on current issues on the Muslim, Jewish and Christians in this barrier breaking discussion. Please note this is NOT a debate- it's a moderated discussion.

No tickets needed- just a valid, student BuckID at the door.

Graduate/Professional Speed Dating Thu Feb 8, 2007 - 6:00 PM Buckeye Hall of Fame Cafe

Graduate/Professional You asked for it and we brought it back! OUAB Graduate/Professional Programming hosts the return of Speed Dating! Graduate and professional students, it's your time to find Mr. or Ms. Right! Same sex preferring singles welcome.

Space is limited, so email [email protected] to register.

Valentine's Craft Night Thu Feb 8, 2007 - 8:00 PM Baker Commons - Mezzanine

Late Night Share the love at OUAB's Valentine's Craft Night where you cam make something for your sweetheart, satisfy your sweet tooth and send love to those who need it most. This event features candy necklaces, cookie decorations, cards that will be delivered to a nursing home and of course- CRAFTS! "Want to Learn How to Dance?" Dance Workshop Sat Feb 10, 2007 - 8:00 PM RPAC - Multipurpose Room #3

Late Night Do you want to learn how to dance like Baby in Dirty Dancing, or the girls you have seen in other dance movies? Or do you and your significant other want to learn how to dance? Then join OUAB on February 10th for our FREE dance workshop and hors d'oeuvres! Learn the Rumba, Cha-cha, Merengue, and Salsa. The workshop will begin at 8 and end at 11 and the schedule will be as follows... Rumba - 8:00 - 8:45 Cha-cha - 8:55-9:40 Salsa/Merengue- 9:50-10:30 Group Dance and hors d'oeuvres - 10:30 to 11:00

Tickets still available for:

Sarah Silverman and Friends Comedy Wed Feb 14 8:00 PM at Mershon Auditorium

Taking Back Sunday with Underoath and Armor for Sleep Sat Feb 24 8:00 PM at Newport Music Hall

Play Something Country Concert featuring Chris Cagle and The Wreckers Thu Feb 22 8:30 PM at Newport Music Hall

*** Pick up ticket @ the Union Information Center located at the Ohio Stadium between gates 22 and 24. One FREE ticket per valid student BuckID.*** ------ENGLAND: Social Justice in a Global Context

(Service-Learning Spring Quarter Course & Short Term Study Abroad)

OSU students are invited to explore and discuss the important question of "just what does it mean to be a global citizen" on campus during spring quarter, and in London, England from June 11-25, 2007 as part of a unique service-learning opportunity sponsored by The Office of University Housing and the Office of International Education.

This 9-credit hour experience will include 30 hours of service with local international populations, as well as additional hours learning and serving with diverse ethnic and cultural populations in London, England. Interested students will be required to take IS 501 spring quarter followed by a two week international experience.

The Program fee for the experience is only $2500 (which includes airfare, housing, in country transportation, some meals, admissions and more!)

Students will also be responsible for all associated OSU undergraduate tuition and fees.

For more information:

Contact Erin Galloway (Office of International Education) at Tel. 614.292.6101; E-mail: [email protected])

Attend an informational session on January 22, 2007 @ 7:30 PM in Drackett Tower Lobby (161 Curl Drive) Application Deadline:

February 19 , 2007 ------Greetings from LeaderShape!

LeaderShape is an intensive, vitalizing, fully paid six day retreat focused on providing students with the tools and resources to make a difference, no matter what their vision or ability level. If you believe in the power and influence of college students and have the desire to change the world one step at a time, then LeaderShape 2007 is for you! Applications are available from January 29 to February 23 at www.leadershape.osu.edu.

If you would like more information, please attend one of our information sessions or contact a member of our steering committee:  Monday, January 29 at Royer Activities Center, 7:00 PM  Thursday, February 8 at Page Hall Policy Forum (1st floor), 7:30 PM  Sunday, February 11 at the RPAC, 1:00 PM  Tuesday, February 20 at the Hale Center’s Elijah Pierce Gallery, 5:00 PM

Please contact our steering committee members with any questions about these upcoming sessions, the application process, or the LeaderShape Institute in general: Holly [email protected] On-Site Coordinator Michael [email protected] On-Site Coordinator Sarah [email protected] Marketing and Selections Pooja [email protected] Marketing and Selections Lauren [email protected] Marketing and Selections ------Human Rights Conference at OSU!

On February 3rd, Amnesty International will be hosting its 2nd Annual Human Rights Conference at OSU. It will be held in Kottman Hall on West Campus. Breakfast starts at nine in the morning and the conference will start at ten. It is expected to end at four in the afternoon. The conference will include a keynote speaker, a panel discussing torture, and nine workshops discussing various human rights issues. All are welcome! In addition, there will be a benefit concert that night at seven-thirty to be held at the Scarlet and Gray bar. Tickets are five dollars. ------Apply for Mortar Board Today…Applications due February 17

The Mortar Board Senior Class Honor Society is dedicated to the ideals of service, leadership, and scholarship. Founded in 1914 at The Ohio State University, now Mortar Board is a national network that includes over 200 college chapters and over 50 alumni chapters. Involvement with Mortar Board is more than just a line for your resume -- it's a way to meet other involved Buckeyes and to make a difference both at Ohio State and in the greater Columbus community. Mortar Board members enjoy many activities including tutoring at Hamilton elementary school, sponsoring the World's Largest Pillow Fight, gallery hops, and diversity dinners.

All juniors and non-graduating seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA are encouraged to apply. Applications are due by midnight on February 17th. Applications for Mortar Board are now available at http://www.osumortarboard.org/apply/index.php.

For further information or questions, please visit our website (http://www.osumortarboard.org) or contact Alexandria Kramer at [email protected] or [email protected]. ------Unlock the Secret...coming February 3rd!

2007 will mark the tenth anniversary of the SAIL (Students Active in Involvement and Leadership) Conference. We are proud to present this year's theme "Unlock the Secret..." which will focus on incorporating programs to appeal to first year students and fourth year students alike. This conference is a one day experience shaped to help students build upon their leadership skills and learn ways to get involved with various campus organizations as well as how to prepare for graduate school and the workforce. Please visit our website at http://sail.org.ohio-state.edu for registration and conference information! ------Adventures for Wish Kids Carnival

On February 4th, Hillel will be hosting an Adventures for Wish Kids Carnival! For those of you that don't know what this is- Adventures for Wish Kids is an organization that offers adventures and outings to children with life threatening illnesses. You can check it all out at afwk.org or ask me more about it if you'd like. So, on Sunday February 4th (from 1-3pm) we will be having a large carnival here at Hillel (Disney themed!). So, we need organizations to have a game table, or some kind of carnival-esque booth. Your group will need to provide the supplies for the game, but we will provide you with prizes. There is a wide age range, so some can be geared towards little children and some towards older kids. We would need your organization to come up with a game/activity (if you are stuck, I can give you some ideas), provide the supplies and have members at the table at all times (including time for set and break down). Obviously, the more people at the table the better because the children really love to play and interact with cool, hip college students. PLEASE EMAIL ME BACK and let me know if you are interested and would like to participate. Talk to your Greek chapters or organizations and let them know about it.

--For more information, contact Andrea Weiss ([email protected]) ------NEW STUDENT ORGANIZATION: The ONE Campaign-OSU Chapter

The ONE Campaign is a rally by Americans to fight the emergency of extreme poverty and global AIDS. Our first meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 31st 7:30 PM in Page Hall 010. Free pizza & Information about Edun LIVE t-shirts. Contact [email protected] or go to www.one.org for more information. ------Documentary Viewing and Discussion: "Invisible Children"

Golden Key International Honour Society invites you to the viewing and discussion of the documentary "Invisible Children: Rough Cut" at the Drexel Gateway Theater on Monday, February 5th at 7:30pm. Humorous and heart breaking, this wonderfully reckless film exposes the effects of a 20-year long war on the children in Northern Uganda through the eyes of three young traveling Americans. Following the movie, the panel discussion will include Scopas Poggo, professor in the Department of African American and African Studies at OSU, Antoinette Errante, professor in Educational Policy & Leadership at OSU, and Halle Butvin, who is leading a student youth summit in Uganda. Tickets are free and available through Explore Columbus starting January 24th. For more information, please see the website at http://gkihs.org.ohio-state.edu/ic.html or contact [email protected]. ------Call for Alumni Award Nominations

What do Bill Hall, OSU registrar Brad Myers and Coach Jim Tressel have in common? They have received an Alumni Award from The Ohio State University Alumni Association! Do you know a professor, mentor or colleague who has given extra time, service and support to students and/or Ohio State? Nominate him/her for an Alumni Award. For a complete list and description of the Alumni Association’s Alumni Awards – including the Failer award for Service to Students - as well as a nomination form, please visit http://www.ohiostatealumniorg/awards and choose the Alumni Awards option. For more information or questions, please contact Jennifer Humphrey at 614-247-4948 or [email protected]. ------May Week 2007!

Spring is a very exciting time—especially at Ohio State! With the start of a new season and a new quarter, here is an opportunity for your organization/department to encourage student involvement in OSU activities and foster an everlasting relationship with the university.

This spring The Ohio State University Alumni Association, along with the May Week Steering Committee and The Student-Alumni Council, is planning a May Week celebration! Dating back to 1910, May Week traditionally has served to showcase campus organizations/departments through events designed to link students, faculty and staff. Class honorary inductions, theater productions, pie-eating contests, bicycle races, school dances, twilight concerts, recognition dinners, service events, rallies, parades, Greek Week events and sporting activities have all been included in past May Week schedules.

As the Steering Committee Chairperson of May Week 2007, I would like to formally invite your organization/department to participate in this campus-encompassing event. Your involvement will enable your organization/department to network with students, faculty, staff and other student organizations/departments while increasing knowledge of your group’s goals and values throughout campus. There are many avenues through which to participate in May Week and a project that parallels your mission can make a positive addition to this year’s schedule of events.

May Week 2007 will be held May 4th-May11th. You can go online now and schedule your events. Go the May Week 2007 website, www.osu.edu/mayweek, and then click “Add an Event to Calendar”.

Major planning for May Week is presently underway. I would welcome the opportunity to speak with you and your members about participating in this campus tradition. Please email me at [email protected] to schedule a meeting time to discuss your participation. If you are not responsible for programming this year, please forward this to the person who is or let me know.

Together we can make The Ohio State University May Week 2007 one of the most memorable in school history!

III. MISCELLANEOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS Nominations Invited for Awards for Excellence in Community Service and Scholarship 2007

The Student Award for Excellence in Community Service is presented to recognize an exceptional record of service to the community. Students are invited to submit essays describing their service record and experience and its effects on their development.

The Student Organization Award for Excellence in Community Service Programming is presented to a student organization that has successfully partnered with a community agency to sponsor an outstanding community service program. Outstanding programs will be student planned and well organized, involve active participation from a community agency, and demonstrate a measurable impact on the community served.

Criteria and online application forms are available at http://service- learning.osu.edu/awards.htm. Deadline: April 6, 2007, 4pm. Information: [email protected], 292-7176.

The awards are sponsored by Service-Learning Initiative, Service-Learning Scholars Roundtable, and Project Community in conjunction with the John Glenn School of Public Affairs, Office of the Vice Provost for Enrollment Services and Dean for Undergraduate Education, and the Office of University Outreach and Engagement. ------Beanie Drake Scholarship Application Now Available

This scholarship, maintained solely by contributions from individuals and campus organizations, is the only student-administered scholarship at The Ohio State University. The purpose of the scholarship is to provide funds that enable deserving students to become involved on campus when need might otherwise make it difficult or impossible to do so. Since its origin in 1953, this scholarship fund has awarded over 300 scholarships, amounting to over $150,000. Students who are committed and passionate about the university and the opportunities it presents should visit http://drake.org.ohio-state.edu. The application window will be open until Friday, March 9. Contacts: Stacey Mullins at [email protected] or Pooja Lahoti at [email protected].

------Duck ‘N Dodge Columbus National Dodgeball Tour

When: Saturday, February 24 Where: The Sports Barn at Easton, 3599 Chiller Ln., Columbus, OH 43219 Why: It’s fun. It requires no skill. You’ll feel like a kid again. And did we mention there are cash prizes. How: Register at www.duckndodge.com/columbus. Registration fee is $125 per team

For more information, call 614-221-6060 or visit www.duckndodge.com/columbus ------3rd annual FAES International Festival

3rd annual FAES International Festival, February 20th from 3:30 – 5:50 pm, sponsored by MANRRS and OIA looking for talent to showcase this year’s program. Singers, musicians and dancers are welcome to perform. Also, poets, authors, international or study abroad students are encouraged to present. Contact Danielle [email protected]. We’re also looking for individuals, organizations or clubs to help. Volunteers needed for set-up and activity stations – no experience needed. For list of times, contact Laine [email protected]. The festival is a great opportunity to network and meet people from around the globe in a fun setting! Showcase your talent, show support for the international community, and of course, enjoy some great food, Free. “The World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.” St Augustine. ------The Beginning of the 29th African-American Heritage Festival

Hello, my name is Tiara Walker, I’m apart of the 29th Annual African-American Heritage Festival. Specifically the communications committee aspect of it. I want to tell you a little bit about what the festival. It’s a week long celebration that occurs every spring quarter, with events everyday of the week. The purpose of the festival is to celebrate African-American culture and heritage. Along with that goal is to also educate any and everyone about the culture and heritage. Usually, it occurs in the first week of May. The festival contains such events as: a step show, talent show, a formal ball, debate, poetry slam, gospel fest. and community service within the city and campus too everyday throughout that particular week. Not to mention the event that starts it all off, which is the Kick off a (carnival like event). It doesn’t happen until the spring but we want to get started early working with student organizations as soon as possible. So any student organization interested in working with the heritage festival in any way, shape or form you can contact myself: Tiara [email protected] or Kia [email protected]. Thanks in advance for your time!

IV. EXPLORE COLUMBUS UPDATES

Explore Columbus tickets are now location in the Ohio Stadium between gates 22 & 24. New ticket releases happen on Wednesdays at 5 pm each week. If you have questions about a specific event, please call 688-4636 (INFO).

Thursday, Feb. 22 Blue Jackets vs. Edmonton Oilers *includes a Free t-shirt, food coupon, and Frog Bear/Wild Boar after-game party* 7:00 pm; Nationwide $15 ON SALE: 02/07/07

Friday, February 23 John Mayer in Concert 8:00pm; Nationwide Arena $20 ON SALE: 02/07/07

Sunday, Feb. 25 Columbus Symphony Orchestra presents Classical Masterworks No. 9 3:00 pm; Ohio theater $5 ON SALE: 02/07/07