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Show A6 SUPPORT Life Suppor Campus Resources Student success Courtesy of UV Mentors Lauren Wignall Jake Buntjer/UVU Review Bet you can't guess what CAL stands for! and character education for students of all ages. The CAL Stands for The CAL also aims to provide Center for the Advancement world-class educational exof Leadership, one of the periences that will include a most prestigious programs focus on the whole person, at this institution. recognizing that successful The mission of the CAL leaders are developed from is to provide cutting-edge the inside out. personal, interpersonal, orThrough assessments, ganizational and civic/ser- feedback, coaching, acavice leadership training and demic coursework, skill and experiences for the benefit competency development, of students. They serve the leadership experiences and region for profit and not- self-reflection, the CAL for-profit organizations in hopes to lead the way in of• their quest to advance indi- fering a multi-dimensional vidual, team and organiza- approach for the developtional potential. This is done ment of leaders in both acathrough "best in class" lead- demic and professional areership training seminars, nas, setting a new standard workshops and consulting of academic, professional services. The Center also and personal development. works promote scholarly To gain leadership expeand applied research related rience, knowledge and skills to leadership, character and that will be applicable in .life-skills development. academic, professional and X The Center for the Ad- personal life, feel free to vancement of Leadership's stop by the CAL office (WB goal is to be recognized 235) where a friendly face 2LS the leader in the train- and more information can ;ing of leadership, life skills be found. Courtesy of CAL Freshman ireading program ! ;-Courtesy of Freshman Reading Program '* * : • • The Freshman Reading program is an experience highly recommended for all first year students. Each year, a book is selected for all incoming freshmen to read prior to bejginning their fall semester. The book becomes a basis for (discussion during the academic year in a variety of settings inside and outside of the classroom. ' Several events are held throughout the year related to the book, beginning with a discussion at President Holland's home. The purpose of the program is to provide a common academic experience; introduce students to intellectual life at the university; create a greater sense of community among students, faculty and staff; emphasize the value of reading and establish the connection between reading and jpther cultural events on campus. ;* This year's book selection is Outliners by Malcolm :&ladwell. For those students who would like an additional challenge, they may also read Antigone by Sophocles. Both '- Jx)oks are available ig the UVU bookstore and other book retailers. ; J; Students will have the opportunity to discuss their reading experience with President Holland. Each book discussion will take place at the Holland residence, 602 W. College Drive, across the street from the Computer Science .building. ,;?•: The first book discussion of Antigone will be held Aug. ,%A at 7 p.m. The discussion of Antigone will be held Aug. :£5at7p.m. ^ Refreshments will be served and some backyard basketball may follow. To RSVP for these events, please call Kyle Reyes at 801-863-8271 or email ReyesKy@UVU.edu. : j : Students who have read the boo^(s) will also have the -'ppportunity to participate in an essay contest this fall and Jjm. artistic interpretation contest this spring. More details ;ftjp these contest events will follow, so students should stay ; alert for notification of Freshman Reading Program events, : to come. ake Buntler/UVU Revtetf * > everyone, no prerequisites required! Most people take it when they are a "newbie" to the school, because the class is designed to start your college career off in a successful direction. The class is all about just what the title states: student success. You will learn so many valuable skills such as test taking, note taking, study skills, life skills, campus awareness, instructor involvement and simply how college really works. You don't want to pass up an opportunity that will I always say, "I wish I knew then what I know now." So here's to telling you what I wish I knew. College is rough, how about making it easier by getting a head start? The Student Success class will do just that for you. Did you know we have a whole team of faculty designed with you in mind? They want nothing more than students to succeed in college. The student Success class is for anyone and help you in every single college class you take. It's not like your regular Biology 1010 or Math 1050, because it's fun, you meet new people, the curriculum is different and exciting and you have a student mentor who has taken the class before who is there to help you all along the way. The best part of all is that if you master the Student Success class, you could become a student mentor and receive a scholarship. (Just try and tell me you don't want free money.) You will also work closely with facul- ty and gain leadership skills. Aside from all the school jibber jabber, the mentor program is just plain fun and exciting. All the mentors agree, both old and new, they wouldn't want their college experience to be any other way! If mentoring isn't for you, just taking the student success class will be beneficial to you no matter who you are or where you go in life. So sign up for a CLSS1000 course today and begin your journey to becoming a successful student! Mediation Courtesy of Ombudsman The Ombudsman office is where students can go to get help resolving conflicts. In this office, students can receive help with housing disputes; landlord disagreements; sexual harassment and discrimination cases; understanding campus policies; understanding the rights and responsibilities of a student; receive conflict coaching, mediation and conflict resolution services. All of these services are completely free for students. Conflicts are inevitable, and they aren't always easy to resolve. The Ombuds does not advocate for the student; rather, they will provide coaching to help .resolve conflicts. Working with the Ombuds can be an enjoyable experience, one filled with gratification and a sense of self-accomplishment. They will listen without judging, provide information and referrals, help develop options for resolving problems, offer a neutral perspective and prevent negative conflict through early intervention. Whether it's a conflict with a teacher, student, landlord, roommate, significant other or anyone else, please take the time to use this valuable resource. If a conflict situation arises and assistance in needed, contact the Ombuds in SC 107, across the hallway from Scoops, or by calling 801-863-7237. Jake Buntjer/UVU Review Outdoor Adventure Center employee, Jake Allsop, shows how fun outdoor adventures can be. Get outside Courtesy of Outdoor Adventure Center The Outdoor Adventure Center actively engages the university community in experiential education by providing organized outdoor excursions, activities and exceptional equipment. They believe "hands on" experience is one of the most powerful tools for educa- tion. Using the outdoors as a classroom is one of the program's guiding principles. The OAC offers adventure education for both academic credit and non-credit. Excursions provide adventure, education, leadership and a social experience for participants. Whitewater rafting, kayaking, canoeing, backpack- ing, snowboarding, snowshoeing , mountain biking and natural history are just some of the adventures provided. Visit their office in the Student Center, SC130h, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. through 5 p.m. Check out the website at www.UVU.edu/OAC or become a fan on Facebook. Get involved and get outside! Utah County s 6th Annual <j Suicide Vrmomiion Walk Join the HOPE Task Force and supp6rting organizations in a walk to create awareness about the increasing suicide race and promote , the prevention of suicide in Utah County. IS Who: v Date: Anyone whose life has been iiffecied by suicide - Saturday, ScDtember 11 . •, - -"tin. -~ Check in and continental breakfast 8:30 a.m. — Short presentation -•• ' 9 3.nL — Walk begins '. Place: Clark Auditorium — Northwest Plaza ,i-sA Utah Valley Regional Medical Center. ' 1134 North 500 West • Provdf V - 2 miles *i Participants are invited to make and bring posters, T-shirts, ' etc., to carrv or wear throughout the romc nfr the walk. carried throughout the route of the walk. All posters musr 1 ',. For more information! contact Lisa Bullock,it (SOI) 357-76)2 - Stiiodt Prcvetigtm VXuJL |