On the Baylor Horizon.....a publication of the Division of Student Life

Register for Bearathon You may register online at www.baylor.edu/student_foundation. Bearathon, a challenging 13.1-mile half-marathon, will be held on Saturday, March 29. All proceeds will go toward student scholarships at Baylor. For additional or training group information, visit www.baylor.edu/student_foundation or www.wacostriders.com.

Know Your Body I.Q. Week Events Monday, March 3, to Friday, March 7: A Room with a View, Art Journaling, and Video, all day at McLane Student Life Center Lounge Resource Table, all day at the McLane Student Life Center and SUB Lobby Monday, March 3: “Hunger Pains: Understanding the Struggles of Eating Disorders,” 6:30-8:30 p.m. in Cashion Banquet Room, 5th floor. Quest speaker will be Travis Stewart, MA, LPC from Remuda Ranch. Tuesday, March 4: “Healthy Eating in a Disordered World” presented by Regina Mastin, RD, LD, 7-8:15 p.m. in Cashion Conference Room, 5th floor Wednesday, March 5: “Beauty Undressed” presentation and concert with Shannon Cutts, 6-7:30 p.m. at the Baylor Sciences Building, Room B110. Shannon is a motivational speaker, writer, songwriter, and recording artist. She survived a 15- year battle with eating disorders and uses her experiences to give help to those who are hurting. Her “Key-to-Life” programs offer insight and support to overcome life’s challenges with strength and courage. These events are sponsored by the Student Life Body IQ Work Team. For additional information on any of these events, contact [email protected] or call 254-710-7436.

RecycleMania Competition March 3-April 5 Baylor is competing in the Per Capita competition, in which schools compete to see who can collect the most combined recyclables. Applicable materials include white paper, cardboard, colored paper of all weights and types, empty aluminum cans and other aluminum items, empty plastic bottles, and other plastics graded #1-#7. You may drop off materials in the blue dumpsters outside of the residential dining halls. Recycling bins are now available on each floor of the residential halls. For additional information, visit http://dining.baylor.edu/en- US/CSSW/Baylor/Sustainability.htm or www.recyclemaniacs.org.

Henna Tattoos Monday, March 3, to Thursday, March 6, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. in the SUB. Come get a temporary henna tattoo at Indian Subcontinent Student Association’s Mehndi Sales Table. Bring your own design or choose from a wide selection. Prices start at $3. For additional information, contact [email protected].

Tunnel of Oppression Reminder Monday, March 3, and Tuesday, March 4, anytime between 6-10 p.m. in the SUB, Barfield Drawing Room. As you walk the tunnel, you will experience life from the perspective of the oppressed. The tunnel experience takes about an hour. This event is hosted by the Student Life Cultural Awareness Work Team. For additional information, contact [email protected].

Baylor Social Dance Meeting Monday, March 3, 6:30 p.m. at Marrs McLean Gym. No partner or prior experience necessary. Come and learn how to dance Country Western. For additional information, contact [email protected] or [email protected].

Baylor Latin Dance Society Meeting Monday, March 3, 9-11 p.m. at Marrs McLean Gym. No partner or prior experience necessary. Come and learn how to dance Merengue. For additional information, contact [email protected] or [email protected].

One Book, One Waco Author Presentation Monday, March 3, 7 p.m. in Waco Hall. Come meet the authors of Same Kind of Different As Me. The presentation is free and open to the public. For additional information, contact [email protected].

Kappa Delta Open Recruitment Tuesday Dinner Tuesday, March 4, 5:30 p.m. in Penland Dining Hall. Come join the ladies of Kappa Delta for dinner. For additional information, contact [email protected].

American Medical Student Association Meeting Tuesday, March 4, 7:30 p.m. in the Baylor Sciences Building, Room B110. If you’re interested in medical school, you’re welcome to come. For additional information, contact [email protected].

Women’s History Month Events Tuesday, March 4: “Contemporary Demons: A Candid Look at Faith,” 8:30 p.m. in the Stacy Riddle Forum. The guest speaker will be Jana Spicka. Wednesday, March 5: Women’s History Month Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. in Cashion, 5th floor. This event is hosted by Multicultural Activities. RSVP to [email protected], by 5 p.m. on Monday, March 3. Tuesday, March 18: Dr Pepper Hour with Baylor Women’s Sports athletes, 3 p.m. in the SUB, Barfield Drawing Room Wednesday, March 26: Health Screenings, 11 a.m. in the SUB Den. Thursday, March 27: “Put Your Best Foot Forward: Interview, Attire, and Business Dinner Tips,” 5:30 p.m. in the Harrington House. Free dinner will be provided. Professional attire is required. To register, visit www.baylor.edu/multicultural_activities. Saturday, March 29: First Annual Women’s Leadership Summit, 8 a.m. in Cashion, 5th floor. For additional information or to register, visit www.baylor.edu/student_activities/campus_programs. This event is hosted by Multicultural Activities and Student Activities in conjunction with the Office of the President, Office of the Vice President for Student Life, Human Resource Services, History Department, Family and Consumer Sciences, and Baylor Women’s Network. All events are free. For additional information on any of these events, contact [email protected].

The Impact Movement: BIG IMPACT! Thursday, March 6, 7 p.m. in the SUB Den. Come and learn how God relates to our lives and the purpose He has for us while we are here at Baylor. For additional information, contact [email protected] or visit http://bearspace.baylor.edu/Nathan_Allotey/impactwebsite.

Lifeguard Instructor Class Friday, March 7, 5-10 p.m.; Saturday, March 8, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, March 9, 3-9 p.m.; and Tuesday, March 11, 5-9 p.m. in the McLane Student Life Center, Room 308. Upon completion candidates will be certified to teach lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and first aid for American Red Cross. The cost is $30 plus books. For additional information, contact [email protected].

Women’s Training Program Meetings and Registration Fee Every Thursday, beginning Thursday, March 6, 6 p.m. in the Marrs McLean Gym, Room 302. The $50 registration fee is due Thursday, March 6. All proceeds will benefit the Waco Striders and the Komen Foundation. These events are hosted by the Department of Health, Human Performance and Recreation. For additional information, contact [email protected] or visit http://wacowtp.spruz.net.

Europe Trip May 25-June 12 This tour covers must-see destinations--from the pomp and pageantry of London to the sun-kissed beaches of Greece--traveling for 19 days and visiting 7 countries. The cost is $2,849 plus air. This package is sponsored by the Baylor Alumni Association. For additional information, contact [email protected], or visit www.bayloralumni.com/index.php?id=25432.

Women Needed for an Exercise, Diet, and Calcium Supplementation Study Researchers in the Exercise and Sport Nutrition Laboratory at Baylor University are recruiting women between the ages of 18 and 45. Eligible women will exercise at the Curves circuit in the McLane Student Life Center and follow a diet while taking vitamin and calcium supplements. Participants will also be tested at the Exercise and Sport Nutrition Laboratory in Marrs McLean Gym during the course of the study. For criteria and additional information, call the Exercise and Sport Nutrition Laboratory at 254-710-7856 or 254-710-7860.

THIS WEEK IN STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Student Senate Meetings Every Thursday, 5 p.m. in Cashion, Room 403. All meetings are open to the public. For additional information, contact [email protected].

Project Vote Smart Be sure to check out the Project Vote Smart bus on Fountain Mall. Part of a nationwide tour, Project Vote Smart provides accurate, non-biased information for 2008 political candidates. For additional information, visit www.baylor.edu/student_government/news.php?action=story&story=49601 or contact [email protected].

Hot Opportunities

Mortar Board Applications Applications are available online at www.baylor.edu/MortarBoard or in Student Activities. Mortar Board is now excepting applications for the 2008-09 school year. Juniors with a minimum of a 3.2 GPA are encouraged to apply. Applications are due Wednesday, March 5. For additional information, contact [email protected].

SUPPORT BAYLOR ATHLETICS

Baseball vs. Louisiana Tech Tuesday, March 4, 6:30 p.m., and Wednesday, March 5, 4 p.m., Baylor Ballpark

Men’s Basketball vs. Texas A&M Wednesday, March 5, 8 p.m., Ferrell Center

Women’s Basketball vs. Oklahoma State Thursday, March 6, 7 p.m., Ferrell Center

Log onto www.BaylorBears.com for all the latest information about Baylor Athletics.

Sic' em Bears!

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