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The Grizzly, February 19, 2004 Ursinus College Digital Commons @ Ursinus College Ursinus College Grizzly Newspaper Newspapers 2-19-2004 The Grizzly, February 19, 2004 Lauren A. Perotti Ursinus College Lindsey Fund Ursinus College Kerri Landis Ursinus College Tia Larese Ursinus College Kelly Gray Ursinus College See next page for additional authors Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.ursinus.edu/grizzlynews Part of the Cultural History Commons, Higher Education Commons, Liberal Studies Commons, Social History Commons, and the United States History Commons Click here to let us know how access to this document benefits ou.y Recommended Citation Perotti, Lauren A.; Fund, Lindsey; Landis, Kerri; Larese, Tia; Gray, Kelly; Delaney, Monica; Nash, Johanna; Wolaniuk, Antwan; Pellish, Greg; Salenetri, Brandie; Grzymkowski, Brian; Stiles, Bill; Kauffman, Kyle; and Castiglione, Michael, "The Grizzly, February 19, 2004" (2004). Ursinus College Grizzly Newspaper. 554. https://digitalcommons.ursinus.edu/grizzlynews/554 This Book is brought to you for free and open access by the Newspapers at Digital Commons @ Ursinus College. It has been accepted for inclusion in Ursinus College Grizzly Newspaper by an authorized administrator of Digital Commons @ Ursinus College. For more information, please contact [email protected]. Authors Lauren A. Perotti, Lindsey Fund, Kerri Landis, Tia Larese, Kelly Gray, Monica Delaney, Johanna Nash, Antwan Wolaniuk, Greg Pellish, Brandie Salenetri, Brian Grzymkowski, Bill Stiles, Kyle Kauffman, and Michael Castiglione This book is available at Digital Commons @ Ursinus College: https://digitalcommons.ursinus.edu/grizzlynews/554 The Student Newspaper of Ursin us College I Thursday, February 19, 2004 COLLEGEVILLE, PA VOLUi\IE 28 ISSUE 17 Campus Safety and S.E.R.V. to Sponsor Lecture at Tia Larese Ursinus College Fealllres Editor Someone you know was shot. Bucks County which ended with ing: The Death of Officer Dennis don't think about. .. it makes you outcome will be, but you still need to reserve a spot by emailing Would you know what to do? the capture of his ki lIer, a "career McNamara" is sponsored by think about the future," said Stitt. to be prepared for the unusual [email protected]. A portion of Could you keep your cool? What criminal." Ursinus College Campus Safety Cheezum, an EMT -P Firefighter, call" (Course Pamphlet). the proceeds of the presentation would you expect to sec? On At 7 p.m. on Tuesday in Pfahler and the Student Emergency Re­ and Johnson, an EMT-P Police The program will last approxi­ will benefit the McNamara Tuesday, February 24, 2004, you Auditorium, Cheezum and Johnson sponse Volunteers (S.E.R.V). Investigator not only bring their mately two hours. The first one Children's College Fund. will have the opportunity to find out will share with the Ursinus cam­ Ray Stitt, theadvisorofS.E.R. V., experience, but also documenta­ and a half hours will deal With the So, if someone you knew was the answers to those questions and pus their experience and the ac­ as well as a Campus Safety Of­ tion from news footage, the actual actual situation and methodology, shot, would you know what to do? many more. tions they took in this situation. In ficer, said that hc saw the presen­ 911 calls, photographs, and much while the last half hour of the Could you keep your cool? Do you James Cheezum and Thomas addition they will be providing sug­ tation in Phoenixville and felt that it more. They will discuss the presentation will deal with tnStruc­ know what to expect? If you don't A. Johnson were among the initial gestions for similar incidents, in­ was worth bringing to the Ursinus "chaos" that arises from a serious tion. There will also be a question know the answers to those ques­ responders when Police Officer cluding issues concerning the pa­ Campus. event such as an officer shooting and answer session after the pre­ tions, then check out "Responding Dennis McNamara of the Upper tient welfare and medical treat­ Stitt described that the presenta­ and will help audience members in sentation. to an Officer Involved Shooting: Darby Police Department was shot ment, the crime scene awareness tion deals with more than the shoot­ making good decisions in different The presentation is free of cost the Death of Officer Dennis and killed in the line of duty. and preservation, coordination be­ ing ofan officer, but can be related or related situations. to students, yet space is limited to McNamara" on Tuesday, Febru­ The death of McNamara, a 10- tween agencies, and more. to everyday life. "It deals with "Y oU never know what is around the first 100 people who respond. ary 24, 2004 at 7pm in Pfahler year veteran of the force and fam­ The lecture entitled "Respond­ everyday things that you really the comer on a call, or what the If interested in attending you need Auditorium. ily man, triggered a manhunt in ing to an Officer Involved Shoot- Ursinus Club Spotlight: Impress Recruiters at the 2004 Ursinus College Job Campus Activities Board & Internship Fair Special to The Grizzly from Kerri Landis Career Services Grizzly Sta!fWriter Every Ursinus Student is in­ brochure listing the participating type of position you are looking look like you just rolled out ofbed. We all know what CAB is; we go-karting. vited to make a great impression organizations and a map showing for. Walk up to the employer's If you are a senior looking for a get the e-mails, we've gone to Any big events coming up? The on over 60 employers at the 2004 their locations. Come early so you table, offer your best handshake, full-time job, a business suit is events. If you ever wanted more annual Valentine's Day dance, the Ursinus College Job& Internship have time to plan a strategy and smile and establish eye contact. appropriate and recommended. info on the Campus Activities Lorelei, is being held at the Gypsy Fair on Wednesday, February speak with all the representatives! Hand the recruiter your resume Ifyou look "put-together," it is a Board, today is your lucky day: Rose on February 13. The dance 25th from 12:00 - 2:30 PM in and get ready to launch into a sign to employers that you are here's the scoop. is free for students and transporta­ Helfferrich Gymnasium. powerful introduction. serious about your job search. If "The purpose of the campus ac­ tion is provided. This exciting campus event is Tips for Successfully Navigat­ you are a student seeking an tivities board," says Secretary Another exciting activity, an easy and convenient way to ing the Job & Internship Fair o Research employers and de­ internship, business casual attire Meghan Jarrett, "is to provide Collegeville Squares, will take learn about entry level and intern­ velop a plan of attack. is appropriate. Don't wear jeans rsinus students with alcohol-free place on February 17. ship positions in a variety of ca­ o Prepare a resume that rocks. Review the list of organizations and sneakers! Avoid last minute entertainment. The programs and "It's a spin off of the show Hol­ reer fields, increase your expo­ Be sure to have your resume who will be attending the job fair fashion emergencies and discuss activities are meant to provide al­ lywood Squares," explains Jarrett. sure to potential employers, and reviewed in Career Services be­ by visiting the Job and Internship your clothing questions with the ternatives to the UC party scene. "Faculty and staff are playing the build your network of contacts. fore the fair. A strong resume will Fair website (http:// staff in Career Services. almost all cases the programs squares. UC students can com­ Learn what companies are accurately reflect your accomplish­ wepages.ursinus.edulcareer). The and events are free to Ursinus pete for prizes." Among the fabu­ looking for and ask questions in a ments, skills and experiences. It site is updated every few days-so 0Follow-up with employers students; one of the exceptions is lous prizes are gift certificates to casual non-threatening environ­ should be short, sharp and digest­ check often. Research the em­ after tbe fair. ment. concerts. " the mall, the movies, and Best ible in a quick glance by an em­ ployers that are of interest to you Send thank you letters to all and CAB sponsors one major con­ Buy. ployer. Bring an adequate supply and visit their website to develop a inquire about the status of the cert a year. The Pat McGee Band The last big event coming up is of resumes (at least 20-30) to the detailed understanding of the or­ interview process. played three years ago, Everclear the annual Spring Fling Week (April What to Expect at the Fair fair - don't be caught short­ ganization. Students who put some two years ago, and of course we 19-24). Students can expect lazer handed! Resumes should be extra effort into learning about the all remember the Fuel concert this tag, a talent show, free food and Be prepared for an exciting printed on a laser or inkjet printer employer make a great impres­ Visit http:// past fall. In addition to the very inflatablcs like Moon Bounce and atmosphere with students milling using good quality paper. sion. Prioritize the employers with web.paKes.ursinus.edu/careerl for popular big-name concerts, CAB Jousting. around employer booths. Don't whom you would like to speak and all the infonnation you need, in­ also sponsors a variety of smaller To join CAB, no past experience be overwhelmed by the experi­ o Prepare and rehearse a "one­ identifY the information you want cluding more tips for success local bands. is required. Members' levels of ence - enjoy the day! minute commercial" about to get from them.
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