Adult & Commuter Connection October 2011

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MONTHLY

NEWSLETTER

FOR ADULT

AND

COMMUTER

STUDENT

SERVICES

THE

UNIVERSITY

OF MEMPHIS

ADULT AND

COMMUTER

STUDENT

SERVICES Commuter

Connection

ISSUE 7 - VOL 2 - OCTOBER 2011

INSIDE:

Staying Safe On and

Off Campus• P.2

The Spotlight • P.3

Events Calendar • P.4

Mid-South

Fall Festivals• P.6

RESPECT: Civility at the University of Memphis

Adult &

Connect:

COME VISIT US!

RM 243 in the University

Center In the

Student Involvement

Zone

Growing up you may have heard the say-

ings, “treat others the way you want to be

treated,” or “don’t say or do anything to oth-

ers you wouldn’t want said or done to you.”

These are words that may have stuck with

you, but even the most respectful person can

fall victim to forgetting what it means to be

civil. The University of Memphis, however,

wants to make sure students remember and

practice the art of civility daily with their

campus-wide civility campaign.

Yet, what exactly does it mean to practice

civility?

The Director for Residence Life & Dining

Services and civility campaign co-chair, Pe-

ter Groenendyk, revealed civility is not so

easily defined.

“One of the things we noticed when we

started this endeavor is that civility means a

lot of different things to a lot of different

people,” Peter Groenendyk said.

“We decided for this university it means re-

spect for self, others, and the community.

And by community we mean the environ-

ment as well.”

The idea of bringing a civility campaign to

the university started about a year ago after

University of Memphis student affairs ad-

ministrators learned about the “Project Civil-

ity” campaign at Rutgers College in New

Jersey.

After several brainstorming meetings, Gro-

enendyk and the entire civility campaign

committee decided planning events for stu-

dents around the theme of respect would be

the best way to get students involved.

“The kick-off for our events will on October

6 and it will be a picnic and an opportunity

for students to sign the civility pledge,” Gro-

enendyk said. “We also are having a Record

video contest where students will have the

fall semester to submit their work and the

award will be meal plan credit.”

Along with the kick-off and video contest,

other events include a cyber-bullying work-

shop hosted by Adult and Commuter Student

Services, a university-wide community ser-

vice project, and an Open Your Eyes Aware-

ness week, a week of activities focused on

body image issues.

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OCT 2011

1. Learn and program 901-678-Help in your cell

phone. If you ever need assistance this number will

get you help as soon as possible.

2. Be familiar with campus. Knowing your sur-

roundings will help you determine the best place to

go if you need a safe place or help.

3. Try not to talk on your cell phone while walk-

ing alone. It’s important to pay attention to your

surroundings. Potential attackers like to target indi-

viduals who are not alert.

4.Call 901-678-Home if you need a Tiger Escort.

It’s available from dusk until dawn, 7 days a week.

5. This campus does not allow weapons. This

means firearms, tasers, knives, and even pepper

spray are a part of our no weapons policy.

6. Hit the blue emergency lights. If you are being

followed don’t stop walking or running but be sure

to hit the blue flashing lights. This will alert UMPD

and leave a trail to find you.

7. Project Attitude. Walking assertively will let a

potential attacker that you are ready for action if

necessary.

8. Protect your valuables. Theft is the number one

on campus crime, so watch your belongs and carry

small bags whenever possible.ere to what you learned

during the New Student Convocation and take time to read our

A Moment with the Director Change Can Be Good!

Contact Information: Joy Rogers Stout

Director of Adult and Commuter Student Services

Voice: 901-678-2644 E-mail:[email protected]

ADULT AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES MISSION

The mission of the Adult & Commuter Student Services office is to provide a supportive environment for non-traditional and commuter

students that promotes intellectual, social and academic growth and development through services and programs that

foster lifelong learning.

The University of Memphis is ranked on of the safest campuses in the state of Tennessee, but in order to keep this reputation

it’s important that students take proper precautions. Below are a few tips shared by Sergeant Anderson and Officer Haynes

during ACSS’s Staying Safe On and Off Campus workshop.

STAYING SAFE ON AND OFF CAMPUS

A new season is here which means

new opportunities to shine as a Uni-

versity of Memphis dreamer,

thinker, and doer.

As we welcome the change in

weather, the university would like

for students, faculty, and staff to em-

brace a change in attitudes and be-

haviors as well. The Civility Cam-

paign is an opportunity for each of us to make this change

and examine how we treat others.

We hope that you will take an opportunity to attend, Re-

spect Day, the civility campaign kick-off, on October 6 in

the Student Plaza at noon.

During the event, you will be able to sign a pledge to treat

others with respect both inside and outside of the class-

room. To complement the civil campaign activities, ACSS

will host a workshop dealing with Cyber-bullying on Octo-

ber 11 in the UC River Rm. All students are welcome.

Another feature that I am excited about in this issue, is The

Spotlight with Dr. Karen Weddle-West. I believe she

exemplifies what it means to have great respect for the uni-

versity and others.

Also October is a month full of extracurricular activities

both on and off campus. Read over our Around Campus

events section and our Mid-South Fall Festival article to

find an event to attend that interests you.

In closing, I hope each of you have settled into your classes

and are starting to find your niche on campus. Keep striv-

ing for excellence and enjoy your October!

Sincerely,

Joy Stout

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OCT 2011

Adult Scholarship Reception

Dr. Karen Weddle West may not have di-

rectly chosen a path to become the Vice

Provost of Graduate Studies, but after

speaking with her, one can easily see why

the path chose her.

The self-professed life-long learner always

wanted to immerse herself in higher educa-

tion.

“I’ve just always loved learning,” Weddle-

West said. “I graduated high school in three

years, finished my undergraduate degree

early, and received my doctoral degree by

the age of 25.”

That passion for learning beams from her as

she completes the daily tasks of her profes-

sion. Her position requires her to do a vari-

ety of tasks including but not limited to

overseeing all graduate issues and func-

tions, new graduate programs, and approv-

ing graduate level faculty. Even when ca-

reer challenges arise she never forgets to be

an advocate for higher education and stu-

dents.

“One of the most challenging aspects of the

job is dealing with disciplinary actions re-

garding a graduate student,” she said. “I

have to implement the policies and proce-

dures but I always tell a student don’t let

this stop you from reaching your goals.”

Being reminded no adversity while matricu-

lating at the graduate level is impossible to

overcome, is important for many adult stu-

dents. Many graduate students are parents,

full-time employees, and overall have some

obstacles to deal with but Dr. Weddle-West

believes adult graduate students can still

stay engaged in university life.

“Many of our graduate students go to school

part-time and have families,” she said. “So

to keep them connected to campus we have

a Graduate Student Association that host

different activities.”

Graduate students are automatically a mem-

ber of GSA when they enter the university.

In the past, they have planned events like

Family Night Tail-

gate with members

of the Adult Stu-

dent Association.

When students take

it upon themselves

to participate in all

aspects of their

graduate studies it truly makes Dr. Weddle-

West excited about her position and being at

the University of Memphis.

“I’m a native Memphian and I’ve seen the

struggles the university has gone through

when it was Memphis State,” she said.

“To be here today with Provost Ralph

Faudree and President Dr. Shirley Raines,

whom I have tremendous respect for and

whom share my excitement for the univer-

sity, is wonderful feeling. I’m glad to be

here.”

THE SPOTLIGHT

Dr. Karen Weddle-West

“It’s like a home away from home,” are

just a few of the words shared about

Adult and Commuter Student Services

during an intimate adult scholarship re-

ception on September 7.

Several adult scholarship recipients

gathered in the UC to discuss their senti-

ments about receiving the scholarship

and how Adult and Commuter Student

Services office has made a difference in

their academic career.

“This is the first scholarship I have ever

gotten,” Samantha Davis said. Davis is

an adult student who juggles many tasks

including taking care of an adult family

member as well as her husband and chil-

dren.

“Being able to go to the center is a big

help,” she said. “Before coming to the

center I would get home late and I

wouldn’t be able to start my homework

until midnight.”

Dana Diggs, a student study-

ing nursing, also believes the

center and scholarship has

really contributed to her over-

all experience at the univer-

sity.

“It feels good to have a place

to go,” she said. “I have a

place to study and I even

have a place where I can eat

my food.”

The Adult Scholarship is designed to

help adult students reach their educa-

tional goals. The scholarship is $5,500

per year for full-time students and

$3,000 per year for part-time students.

The process is very selective and this

year only 18 recipients were chosen.

Many of the students humbly thanked

the ACSS staff for providing the oppor-

tunity to apply for a scholarship geared

towards them.

“Life’s just so busy for everybody,” De-

nise Fort, an adult student and scholar-

ship recipient said. “I just appreciate the

office understands this and for giving

me this scholarship.”

For more information on the Adult

Scholarship Program visit http://

memphis.edu/acss/scholarships.php.

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Concietta Daniels, an involved student leader and senior at the university, believes these

civility campaign events can make a difference on campus if the university targets the

right students.

“I truly believe a civility campaign is something that is needed on campus, but it’s

sometimes hard to reach students who may need help with respect,” Daniels said. “You

can talk about the issue, but the key to making a difference is reaching the people who

really need the help.”

Groenendyk believes all students can be reached. We just need to start the conversation.

“When people start to talk about the whole concept of civility, I think that’s when you

start to influence that subculture on campus and that’s when you see real behavioral

change ,” Groenendyk said. “So hopefully by creating these conversations we can start

to have that influence and make civility something people think about first when they

are engaging with other students, faculty, or staff.”

To learn more about the campus-wide civility campaign and take the pledge, visit

memphis.edu/respect.

Visit: memphis.edu/adultstudents

Be a part of the

Adult Student

Association (ASA)

Upcoming Events

Library Research/Orientation

Tuesday, October 11 4:00pm-5:30pm

McWherter Library General Meeting

Wednesday, October 12 RM UC243 @ 3PM

Be a part of the

Commuter Student

Association (CSA)

Visit: memphis.edu/commuterstudents

Upcoming Events

Mudball Tournament Oct. 1, Richardson Towers at

1pm General Meeting

Oct. 14 at 3pm, UC River Rm

<< I like the UC because you can

come here and study. I like to use

ACSS to study because it’s quiet.

~Rachel Byrd, Freshman

<< The UC gives you some-

place to go between classes.

Also I like using the ACSS

computer lab. It’s usually not

as crowded as the library.

~Jacqueline D. Anderson,

Junior

<< I come in the UC a lot to visit the Afri-

can Student Association office since I am

the president of the organization. I also use

it to study, eat, and visit with friends.

~Marcus Hurt, Senior

BE HEARD << What’s the benefit of coming to the University

Center?

RESPECT: Civility at the University of Memphis Continued from page 1

What would you like to see featured in the

Adult & Commuter Connection? E-mail us at:

[email protected]

Fall 2011 Training Seminars-Mark your calendar and make plans to

attend our fall 2011 training seminars.

Social Media and Privacy - Tues. Nov. 15 from 9:40 - 11:05

a.m. in UC 300

Social Media and Privacy - Wed. Nov. 16 from 12:40 - 2:05

p.m. in UC 300

ACSS FUTURE EVENTS

AROUND CAMPUS:

SPEEDBUMPS:

OCT 6 at 6:00 p.m. in the UC Plaza NORMAN NG MAGIC

OCT 10 at 7:00 p.m. in the Rose Theatre WEDNESDAY NIGHT COMEDY:

OCT 19 at 7:00 p.m. in UC River Room

INTERNATIONAL FASHION

SHOW:

OCT 20 at 7p.m. in the UC Ball-room

UNIVERSITY-WIDE SERVICE ON

SATURDAY:

OCT 22 at 8:30a.m. in the UC River Room

HEADS vs. FEDS: The Debate to

Legalize Marijuana

OCT 26 at 6:00 p.m. in the Rose Theatre SAC CINEMA

OCT 28 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. in the UC Theatre

HOME GAMES

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OCT 7 Softball vs. Mississippi Valley State

5:00 PM - Memphis, TN

Women’s Soccer vs. SMU

7:00 PM - Mike Rose Com-

plex

OCT 8 Men’s Soccer vs. Florida International

7:00 PM - Mike Rose Com-

plex

OCT 9 Women’s Volleyball vs. Tulsa

1:00 PM - Mike Rose Com-

plex

Women’s Soccer vs. Colorado College

1:00 PM - Mike Rose Com-

plex

OCT 23 Women’s Volleyball vs. Houston

1:00 PM - Mike Rose Com-

plex

OCT 25 Women’s Golf Fall Invitational

All Day– Memphis, TN

OCT 29 Men’s Soccer vs. UCF

7:00 PM - Mike Rose Com-

plex

Student Health Center Hours Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays: 8am - 6:00pm & Tuesdays from 9am - 6:00pm

Recreation Center Hours Monday– Thursday: 6:30am- 10:30pm

Friday 6:30am-9:30pm Saturday 9am-6pm and Sunday 1pm-6pm

Fine Arts Events:

U of M Symphonic Band Oct 6 at 7:30p.m. in Harris Concert Hall U of M Jazz Combos Oct 10 at 7:30p.m. in Harris Concert Hall Octubafest Oct 19-22 at 5:30 p.m. in the Harris Concert Hall The Art Museum at University of Memphis Visit Mon-Sat from 9:00a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to view various on-going collections and exhibits

Join us on Twitter using

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Presenter:

Peggy Hancock

From Counseling, Educational

Psychology, and Research

CONTACT AND GENERAL INFORMATION The Adult and Commuter Student Services office is located on The University of Memphis campus in the University Center RM 243. Our regular hours

are 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday. If you need after hours help, please call us to make arrange-

ments.

We welcome comments, questions, or suggestions. We can be reached by phone at 901-678-2644 during our regular business hours or after hours leave us

a message on voice mail. You may also reach us through e-mail at [email protected].

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Pink Palace Crafts Fair

Location: Audubon Park, 750 Cherry Road in Memphis

Dates and Times: October 6-8, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and October

9, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Admission: Adults $7, Seniors $5, Children $3

Description: The Pink Palace Crafts Fair is one of the city's most

beloved annual events. In addition to the many artisans with their

works on display, the fair will also feature live music, children's

activities, and plenty of food.

Olive Branch Oktoberfest

Location: Olive Branch City Park, 8267 Goodman Road in Olive

Branch

Dates and Times: TBA

Admission: Free admission

Description: This Oktoberfest features crafts, games, food, and

fun.

South Main Oktoberfest

Location: Harry's Detour, 106 East G.E. Patterson in Memphis

Dates and Times: TBA

Admission: $10 per person (free for South Main association mem-

bers)

Description: Enjoy drinks, food, live music, and dancing in the

South Main Historic District.

RiverArtsFest

Location: South Main Street between Huling and Webster in

Memphis

Dates and Times: October 22 and 23, 2011, 10am-6pm on Friday,

10am-5pm on Saturday

Admission: Free

Description: The RiverArtsFest is a fine arts festival featuring art

exhibitions, an art market, live music, food, wine, and more.

Millington Farmer's Market Fall Festival

Location: 5152 Easley St. in Millington

Dates and Times: October 29, 2011, 8am-1pm

Admission: Free

Description: The whole family can enjoy fall activities on the last

day of the farmer's market. From: http://memphis.about.com/od/halloween/tp/fallfestivals.htm

Fall in Memphis is full of energy, good weather, and great festivals. Check out these great events!

Mid-South Fall Festivals

University of Memphis : Homecoming Celebration

The University of Memphis showed their Ti-

ger spirit during September’s homecoming

festivities. Events included the annual home-

coming parade, an alumni step show, and a

football game.

On Sept. 23, CSA joined in on the excitement

by participating in the parade. The group

passed out candy to on-lookers and got the

crowd energized.

The homecoming events wrapped up on

Sept.24 with the crowning of a new Mr. and

Ms. U of M, seniors Greg Vann and Kimberly

(Kimmy) Do.