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Show THE FORUM 8 Counselors will conduct Continued from pg. 4 short-ter- m class- and take part in a general outreach. Bell says that the school es address your own issues. It helps build empathy, she added. Tyler and Bell, who both have over 25 years of experience, say that statistics across the country are showing that college students are dealing with more serious issues dur- - , ing their really important passages in college. The counseling center is a place to turn when students are feeling stressed, especially during mid-terand finals. Recognizing the national problem of alcohol and drug abuse among college students, the counseling program will be establishing a peer mentorship. Four chosen students has been extremely supporti- ve in the counselors drug prevention plan. The college recognizes and understands that it is myth to say discussing controversial issues is inadvertently encouraging them. They plan to have to the mentorship established by the end of October. The counselors also have mini-sericlasses lasting an hour that deal with stress management that is open to all. If students do not feel comfortable going to counseling on campus, they can be es referred to off-camp- us Debates Continued from pg. 3 students will make at the polls around the nation will play a much larger role on who wins the election than most of us think. Thompson cited a poll that was conducted in May 2003 by Harvard University, stating that students will be the swing vote for the 2004 election. The effect this study has on students is enormous. Knowing this important fact. President Bush and Sen. John Kerry will noticeably make certain they focus greatly on issues that face college students around the states. This year, the candidates will spend more time discussing issues that are pertinent to students than they have in the last five to seven Oct. 6. 2004 years, said Thompson. That is why students are greatly encouraged to become and stay involved in this election. Students pay taxes, go to war and deserve to be a large focus of discussion. There are three scheduled presidential debates. The third, hosted by Bob Schieffer, CBS news chiefWashington correspondent and moderator for Face the Nation, is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. There is also a vice presidential debate scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 5 at 7 p.m. Thompson encourages students to stay deeply engaged in the presidential election now and for the next 27 days. He urges students to attend debate watch parties to strengthen our reasons for wrhy we choose Bush or Kerry.CJJ services.C3 r & i h BEYOND Concierge Continued from pg. 6 tion of events and regular ongoing activities in the city. Our business is entertainment, she said. The employees like working at the desk. It is in the center of campus and you see whats going on. Its a good place to hang out, Thatcher said. For more information on the concierge desk, students are invited to attend the grand opening celebration on Oct. 13, or check online at www.westminstercollege.edu concierge, oFstop by the desk in Shaw.C Bouldering Continued from pg. 1 Huynh, a sophomore, both came to the competition to practice their climbing skills and to socialize. One of the coolest things about the bouldering wall is the crowd it brings out, Bain said. Climbers are really laid back and chill. Bain has been climbing on and off for four years, while Huynh started climbing after the bouldering wall was put in last year. I thought it looked like a lot of fun, Huynh said. Both agreed that the competition was a success and should continue to be held annually, if not more often. I think having the competition every semester would be fun, Bain said.C figcif at a yiiiM ft c itjiji The following incidents were reported to the Westminster Ninety master's programs and 34 doctoral programs spanning the academic spectrum. Come learn about the diverse opportunties for graduate study at Utah State University. College Campus Patrol between Sept 23- Sept. 29 . This summary contains most incidents reported to Campus Patrol but does not include incidents such as: medical shuttles, ambulance transfers, false alarms, general service calls, etc - September 24: Parking structure: Report of a vehicle van- GRADUATE SCHOOL FAIR Wtea&VA 5) He)! fill, 3HD8 dalism. SLCPD notified, still under investigation. September 24: Lower Nunemaker: Liquor law violations, referred to student services. September 26: Carleson Hall: Report of a suspicious person. SLCPD notified, individual was taken into custody. Lock your office room whenever you leave, even if you will only be gone for a minute. Call campus patrol to report Suspicious persons or activities. All campus phones can access campus patrol by dialing 2525. Keep your purse, wallet, and other valuables in a secure location such as a locked desk or fil- ing cabinet. It only takes a few seconds for a theft to take place. Report the loss or theft pf keys, equipment, or valuables immediately to Campus Patrol. All crimes, no matter how minor they may seem, should be ; reported. The School of i I i i i Ul h Graduate Studies UNIVERSITY Secure your bike with Be alert! Dont think, It cant happen to me. Chances are you will he a victim of crime. Guard against crime and you wont be a victim. Remember, most crimes committed on campus are crimes of opportunity. So dont give crime the opportunity. Saeed Rezai Director of Patrol and Safety 1840 South 1300 East SLC, UT 84105 Phone: (801) 832-252- 7 |