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November
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vol. 13, no. 12 |
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UP IN THE SKY--Students Shayla Tarp and Whitney
Kahl wait on top of Amador Hall to watch Mercury transit
the sun while Chris Taylor, professor of Physics and
Astronomy, adjusts the telescope fitted with special
filters.
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First
talk in new lecture series -- Exploring the explosive world
of local volcanoes
Sacramento State’s Science, Technology, Engineering
and Mathematics Initiative, or STEM, will shine a new light
on Northern California geological wonders when its new Lecture
Series gets underway.
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Sacramento ‘people’
rank high in the Regional Prosperity Index
The Sacramento Regional Research Institute, a joint venture
of SACTO and Sacramento State, released its 2006 Prosperity
Index results analyzing critical economic indicators that
affect the region’s long-term prosperity and competitiveness
around the categories of Business, People and Place.
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Part-time instructors
needed
Sacramento State anticipates a need for part-time instructors
for the spring 2007 semester. A master's degree in the subject
area is the normal minimum requirement, although a doctorate-level
degree is preferred.
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Sizzling
winter sports
After posting the best overall record in its Division I history
(1991-2006) and setting numerous program records last year,
the Sacramento State men’s basketball program enters
the 2006-07 season with one goal in mind – winning its
first-ever Big Sky Conference championship.
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Bicycling
is a great way to commute to the campus and get
exercise at the same time. Sacramento State has
a free bicycle parking compound at the foot of
the Guy West Bridge. It is staffed by University
Transportation and parking Services student assistants
from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Thursday
and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays during the academic
year. Additional bicycle racks are located throughout
campus. Bicycle lockers are also available for
rent for $50 per semester ($30 rental fee, $20
refundable key deposit) through ASI Peak Adventures
at 278-6321.
To make the bike commute easier, Hornet Express
shuttles and Sacramento Regional Transit buses
are equipped with bicycle racks. Those interested
in commuting with a “bike buddy” may
visit www.sacregion511.org
for a bicycle buddy match list. Sacramento area
bike routes, bike maps, bike safety tips, California
Vehicle Code bicycle laws and other information
regarding your Commute Choices to campus are available
from Alfredo Orozco, Sacramento State’s
employee transportation coordinator, at orozcoa@csus.edu
or 278-7527.
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Vice President,
University Advancement
Carole Hayashino
Associate Vice President,
Public Affairs
Frank Whitlatch
Writers
Ted DeAdwyler
Laurie Hall
Gloria Moraga
Kim Nava
Electronic
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Mark Konrad
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On
the Job with Professional Development & Training
The Bulletin spoke with Kim Harrington,
Coordinator of Professional Development and Training,
in the Office of Human Resources.
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Bringing
the blues to campus
World
class blues pianist Omar “The Magnificent” Sharriff
will bring his distinct brand of blues to Sacramento State's
University Union Redwood Room on Wednesday, Nov. 15, at
noon. The event, sponsored by UNIQUE Programs, is free of
charge. For more information, contact UNIQUE at 278-6997.
Campus
Calendar of Events
Jameel
Pugh and Joel Jones to play in the NBA Developmental League
After both completed stellar two-year intercollegiate basketball
careers at Sacramento State, Jameel Pugh and Joel Jones
will now take their games to the next level, as each player
will appear in the NBA Development League this coming season.
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