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May 4, 2009
vol. 15, no. 31

Photo: A woman writes on a t-shirt and other t-shirts are displayed behind her.THE POWER OF THE PEN——During April’s Women’s History Month, campus organizers set up a table in the University Union where people could write and display messages protesting violence against women.

Outstanding Scholarly Achievement Award Presented
In his 36-year career at Sacramento State, Warren Drew Smith, professor of electrical and electronic engineering, has been a recognized leader at the University and in the field of biomedical engineering. He will add to that legacy when he receives the 2009 Outstanding Scholarly Achievement Award, given by the Research and Creative Activity Subcommittee of the Faculty Senate.
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Student Health Center monitoring influenza A (H1N1)/swine flu issue
Sacramento State officials are working with health officials and the California State University Chancellor’s office to monitor and address the influenza A (H1N1)/swine flu situation.
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Sac State students demonstrate the power of two for tee
Sometimes one person can make a difference. Sometimes it takes two. Sacramento State juniors Tiffany Bertolini and Jennifer Lee have turned a small class assignment into a community project that will help improve the lives of dozens of homeless families in Sacramento.
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President holds town hall meeting to discuss budget
University President Alexander Gonzalez and members of the University Budget Advisory Committee (UBAC) will hold a town hall meeting regarding the budget at noon, Tuesday, May 5, in the University Union Hinde Auditorium.
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Study shows drop in probability of freshmen requiring remedial course work
A study by a Sacramento State economics professor suggests that some freshmen coming to the University today are more ready for the classroom than freshmen who entered the school five years ago.
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MORE CAMPUS NEWS

Sacramento State names Community Engagement Faculty Fellows

eRefund can make money appear more quickly

Campus hosts reception for retiring members (pdf)

More roads on campus see road delineators installed

Faculty Senate

Professional Activities

Monday Briefing

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Know Your Recyclable Paper
The University’s paper recycling is “Super-Mix,” which means all clean, dry paper can go in any blue recycling container, including: catalogs, phone books, soft cover books and directories, windowed and clasp envelopes, gift wrap, carbonless forms, newspaper, post-its, glossy magazines, lightweight cardboard, wrappers from reams of paper, and color, white, shredded, and computer paper.

Consider closing the loop by purchasing 100% recycled paper in your department.  Quality and brightness has really gone up in recent years. Contact the integrated waste manager at 278-5801 for brands that other campuses are using successfully.

For more information, visit the “Sacramento State Recycles” website at http://www.fm.csus.edu/iwm/.


Bulletin Staff  
Graphic: Sacramento State LogoThe Bulletin is distributed on Mondays of the academic year. Campus news may be submitted by e-mail to bulletin@csus.edu. Deadline for all materials is 10 a.m. on the Wednesday before publication. For more information call 278-6156.

Vice President,
University Advancement
Carole Hayashino

Associate Vice President,
Public Affairs
Gloria Moraga

Interim Director of News Services,
Public Affairs
Kim Nava

Bulletin Editor
Mike Ward

Writer
Craig Koscho

Student Interns
Svetlana Tsiberman
Christopher Neuschafer
Sara Perez

Electronic Communications
Mark Konrad

Photographer
Mary Weikert

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Professor involved in genesis of Eden restoration project
Before coming to Sac State, Environmental Studies Professor Michelle Stevens had a different calling—restoring the Garden of Eden.
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Senior Dance Concert
Music from diverse sources such as Bjork and VNV Nation will highlight works by Sacramento State student choreographers during Mosaic, the Senior Dance Concert, May 6-10, in Solano Hall 1010. A total of 40 dancers will perform in a variety of pieces. Performances are at 6:30 p.m., May 6-7; 8 p.m., May 8-9; and 2 p.m., May 10. Tickets are $5-$12 and available at the University Ticket Office, 278-4323 or www.tickets.com.

Campus Calendar of Events

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Zheltova earns trip to NCAA singles championship for third straight year
Sacramento State junior Katrina Zheltova was one of 64 student-athletes announced as competitors in the 2009 NCAA Division I Women's Tennis Singles Championships.
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