Article 6 Fall 2013 The Oaks Press ‘ Menlo College Campus News ‘ September 23rd to September 29th 2013 Don’t Let Up! Aloha Menlo College, We all go through struggles and since we are all human, we all make mistakes. But take each of these hardships as learning experiences. Take each of them as a reason for you to improve and motivation to move forward. Inspirational I was watching this video on YouTube about a runner who Quote was favored to win a race. During the race, he pulled his hamstring. Determined to finish the race, he got up and “When you don’t hobbled to the finish line. While hobbling, a man from give up. You the stands ran and put the runner’s hand on his shoulder. can’t fail” It was his father. For about half the length of the track, the runner and his father, with his hand to his father’s shoulder walked and finished the race. Although the runner wanted to win, there was nothing he could do to change the outcome with the given circumstances. But what he did do was NOT GIVE UP. When you don’t give up on yourself, you can never fail because there will always be someone you make proud by simply not giving up. In this case, it was the runner’s father. For this issue, I would like to send a special shout out to my three wonderful siblings who are my #1 fans and are supportive through ALL my struggles and successes. You guys are my shoulder to lean on and my motivation to NEVER GIVE UP. I love you Mya, Myka, and Leo! -Mikey Kukahiwa-Haruno, Campus News Editor What’s in this Week’s Issue.. Pg. 3… Oaks Press Online! Pg. 4... SERV Events Pg. 5-8… Campus Events Pg. 9… Tutor Lab and Study Slam Pg. 10… The MOB! Pg. 11.. Student Union Hours Pg. 12-13… Peer Counselor Information Pg. 14… Career Corner Pg. 15… 2 Athletics CAMPUS NEWS IS NOW ONLINE! Campus News Issues both past and present can now be accessed on the Menlo College Website… *Here’s the link* http://www.menlo.edu/student-life/campus-news 3 Lytton Gardens September 27th Salsa Festival September 28th Garfield Day October 17th Interested in volunteering for an event? Sign up at [email protected] or this Wednesday the 25th in front of the Dining Hall 4 Campus Events Monday, September 23, 2013 4:00 pm (Santa Cruz, CA): Men’s Soccer vs. UC Santa Cruz 7:00 pm (Fireside Lounge): First Billiards Club Meeting This will be the Billiard Club’s first meeting where members learn more about the club and upcoming events. Tuesday, September 24, 2013 11:10 am and 12:40 pm: Ethical Leadership: Organizational Ethics The Ethics in Action Club is hosting an informal coversation with industry leaders. The speaker that will share information is Katherine McLain, Compliance Expert of Silicon Valley Bank. All are welcome to attend. 7:00 pm (Russell Center): Study Slam 8:30 pm (Gym): Basketball Tournament Think you got game? Come to the gym to participate in a 3 on 3, half court basketball tournament. Teams need to sign up in advance before Monday, September 23rd. Following the tournament, there will be food and beverages served in the Student Union. 5 Campus Events Wednesday, September 25, 2013 7:00 pm (Santa Cruz, CA): Women’s Volleyball vs. UC Santa Cruz 9:00 pm (Brawner Board Room): Allocation Board Meeting 9:00 pm (Fireside Lounge): Hawai’i Club Meeting Come to the Hawai’i Club Meeting and get informed on upcoming events like canoe paddling and Spam Musubi making as well as the lu’au and hula practices. Hope to see you all there! Thursday, September 26, 2013 11:00 am and 12:40 pm: Ethical Leadership: Surfacing Fraud The Ethics in Action Club is hosting an informal conversation with Chris Davis, a Forensic Accounting Expert. All are welcome! 5:00 pm (Prescott, AZ): Women’s Soccer vs. Embry Riddle University 8:00 pm (Student Union): Student Union STUDENT Olympics Come to the Union in teams of four and compete in various events. The winners will be crowned the champions of the First Annual Student Union Olympics. UNION Student 6 Campus Events Friday, September 27, 2013 2:00 pm (Riverside, CA): Men’s Soccer vs. La Sierra University 3:30 pm (Prescott, AZ): Women’s Soccer vs. Carroll College 7:00 pm (Oakland, CA): Women’s Volleyball vs. Mill’s College 6:00 pm (Student Union): Nostalgia Night The Student Union will be hosting a night full of classic movies. There will be snack provided. All are welcome to this night full of childhood memories. 7 Campus Events Saturday, September 28, 2013 Men’s and Women’s Golf O.I.T. Invitational 1:00 pm (La Verne, CA): Football vs. University Sunday, September 29, 2013 Men’s and Women’s Golf O.I.T. Invitational 11:00 am (Rancho Palos Verdes, CA): Men’s Soccer vs. Marymount College 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. 8 Tutor Lab and Study Slam News Need some help with your studies? Come to the Tutor Lab, located in the Academic Success Center (ASC), Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday evenings 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. This year’s terrific peer tutors are Daniel Macias, Michele Canali, Samantha Tongo, Jessica Shepardson, Travis Gorzalka, Brittni Byun, Garrett Spangler, Laurene Montfort, Emma Oehler, and Yanfeng (Peter) Lui. They are all looking forward to meeting you and to providing one- on-one academic help to all Menlo students! STUDY SLAM is held 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! 9 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. 10 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] P 11 A Message From the Peer Counselors Hey Menlo Students! The Peer Counselors’ Office located in the Academic Success Center is 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. 12 Understanding and Coping with Drug and Alcohol Addiction Drug and Alcohol addiction is a problem on college campuses nationwide. While you may not be directly affected by it, I ask that you take a moment to understand the importance of addiction in honor of those who have lost their lives or their loved ones to addiction. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism reports that alcohol abuse is the leading cause of death among 18-24 year olds. As college students we experience high levels of stress and we search for ways to alleviate or reduce our stress levels. One unhealthy yet common way college students manage stress is to use drugs or alcohol. Unfortunately, it is often hard to tell when someone is suffering from addiction. Some common signs of addiction include; lying about the frequency of use, no longer enjoying activities that were once enjoyed, needing to use drugs or have alcohol in order to feel good or reduce symptoms such as nausea, and the persons life revolves around using and planning how they will get their next fix.