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Blue Storm Report February 6 - 10

FROM THE MACON STATE COLLEGE OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE

Blue Storm Report* is also available on MSC-TV and online at maconstate.edu/studentlife/whats_happening.aspx.

PLEASE NOTE ALL EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

A MESSAGE FROM THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION:
Dear Students,
January 10, 2012, the Board of Regents approved University System of Georgia Chancellor Hank Huckaby’s recommendation to consolidate eight of the System’s 35 colleges and universities.  Included in the consolidation recommendation are Middle Georgia College (Cochran) and Macon State College.  Chancellor Huckaby said, “We will focus on how these consolidations enable us to better serve our students and areas of the state more efficiently and effectively.”  For more information see the University System of Georgia website, http://www.usg.edu/news/release/regents_approve_campus_consolidation_plan.

In order to facilitate a successful transition, your Student Government Association (SGA) is seeking student input in this important process.  The SGA will share the information collected with the administration and will continue to provide an open forum of communication in the best interest of all students affected by the Macon State College and Middle Georgia College consolidation.  Please take a moment to share your questions, concerns, comments by completing the SGA Feedback Form, https://www.maconstate.edu/studentaffairs/apps/consolidation/default.aspx

Thank you,
Summer Leverett, SGA President, summer.leverett@maconstate.edu
Johnathan Jackson, SGA Vice President, johnathan.jackson1@maconstate.edu

UPCOMING STUDENT LIFE EVENTS

MONDAY, February 6
GET YOUR SNACK ON
Oak Hall, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Thomas Hall Student Lounge, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Come get your snack on with Student Life!!  The food is free, need we say more?

MONDAY, February 6
SGA Meeting
Foundation Boardroom (SLC-133), 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.

TUESDAY, February 7
POOL TOURNAMENT
SLC Gameroom, 8 p.m.
Do you have what it takes to be a Macon State Pool shark?  Sign-up for the Spring Pool Tournament and see if you have what it takes to win!

TUESDAY, February 7
ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE KID DAY
PSC Lobby, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day is an annual national letter-writing campaign where kids receive letters of support, love and encouragement from parents and adults. Please stop by and write a letter to an Absolutely Incredible Kid!  It will only take a moment to write a quick note to bring a smile to a local 3rd or 5th grader!

WEDNESDAY, February 8
SGA Campus Conversation
Jones Lobby, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.

THURSDAY, February 9
COLLEGETOWN FILM SERIES - “The Lookout”
Douglass Theatre (Downtown Macon), 7 p.m.
The CollegeTown Film Series compliments student life activities, supports downtown revitalization and gives students an enriching experience right here in Macon. Visit http://www.maconstate.edu/studentlife/collegetownfilmseries.aspx for more information.

THURSDAY, February 9
WRC ROMANTIC MOVIE NIGHT
Walker Auditorium, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
We provide the refreshments and the movie: “Twilight Saga’s Breaking Dawn Part 1.”

SATURDAY, February 11
SPRING FORMAL
Macon State proudly presents the first Spring Formal in the PSC Banquet Hall 8 p.m. – 12 a.m.  Advance tickets: $4 – Students with ID, $6 – Non-students. Door tickets: $6 – Students with ID, $9 – Non-students. Only one guest per student. Tickets are nonrefundable. Purchased tickets will be held at door. This event is sponsored by the following groups: Office of Student Life, Campus Activities Board, Resident Student Association and Recreation & Wellness.  Free gift bags to the first 100 students. 

THIS WEEK’S NEWS

MACON U RELAY FOR LIFE
Relay For Life is a life-changing event that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease. For the first time ever Macon State College will be working with Mercer University and Wesleyan College to organize a Relay for Life event, but we need your help.  We are looking for young leaders with strong people skills and who are well organized to assist in making our first year with Relay for Life a memorable one. If you are interested or would like more information please contact committee co-chairs Ra'Chael Baker (Rachael.Baker@maconstate.edu) and Joshua Hess (Joshua.Hess@maconstate.edu), or committee advisor Amy Carter (Amy.Carter@maconstate.edu).

DYNAMIC EXPRESSIONS MEETINGS
The Dynamic Expressions Club will sponsor improvisational theatre group meetings on Tuesdays, Feb. 7, and Feb. 14 at 3:15 - 4:45 in the Math Auditorium. Come for the fun and laughter! All are invited!

IMPORTANT MEAL PLAN INFO
Do you have a meal plan?  Do you know what steps to take if you were to lose your Blue Storm Card?  Please read the important information found here: http://www.maconstate.edu/bluestormcard/conditions.aspx. If you have any questions, please contact Kathy Melton at kathy.melton@maconstate.edu.

STUDENT TAX NOTIFICATION 2011
For students who were enrolled at Macon State College during tax year 2011, data is now available on the ACS website at www.1098-T.com.  ACS will mail the IRS Form 1098-T to those students.  The student also has access to a printable version of the form at www.1098-T.com.  The information is also available on BannerWeb. In addition to the reported amounts shown in each of the applicable 1098-T form boxes, a detail listing of those amounts is provided along with supplemental information related to payments, refunds, and other non-reported charges for the tax year. The student can access this information on BannerWeb by going to the Student tab, Student Records link, and then Tax Notification link.  Additional information can be found here http://www.maconstate.edu/businessoffice/studtaxnot.aspx.  Contact the Bursar’s Office (478-471-2705) with any questions.

WANT TO QUIT SMOKING?
A quitting smoking support group meets on the Macon campus on Mondays at 2 p.m. in H/SS 108. Completely anonymous.  No lectures. You do not have to quit to come to attend meetings. Quitting is much easier when you have support. Please stop by or if you'd like more info, contact Shane Trayers at shane.trayers@maconstate.edu

BOOKSTORE SALE
Visit the Macon or Warner Robins campus bookstore and save 25% on ALL Blue Storm Merchandise. This sale includes a variety of attire, paper products, recreational games, glassware, and more. We look forward to seeing you.

NURSING INFORMATION SESSIONS
Would you like to learn more about the Nursing Program or How to apply?
Please join us for one of the following Nursing Information Sessions:
Tues, Feb 7(WRC) 11:00am-12:00pm 102 Academic Services Building
Mon, Feb 6 1:00-2:00pm ARC 1
Wed, Feb 8 2:00-3:00 pm ARC 1
Thurs, Feb 9 9:00-10:00am ARC 1
Mon. Feb 13 11:00am-12:00pm ARC 2
Tues, Feb 14 1:00-2:00pm ARC 1

3 vs. 3 Intramural Basketball Tournament
Dates: Feb. 6 – 9 *Maximum 4 players per team* Sign up and enter your team now at the Wellness Center. You may also sign up as a free agent (free agents will be placed on a team). Prizes will be given to the winning team! Must present a valid blue storm I.D. to participate

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY
Geico offers $1000.00 “Achievement Awards” to exceptional college students. Applicants will:

• Be a college sophomore or junior
• Have at least a 3.0 overall GPA
• Major in Business, IT, Math, or related field
• Be a leader on campus and in the community.

Applications must be postmarked by February 22, 2012. Apply online at: geico.jobs/achievement. If you have any questions or want a paper application, see Karen Bryan (karen.bryan@maconstate.edu)in the Office of Financial Aid.

SOUTHERN EDUCATION FOUNDATION SUMMER WORK EXPERIENCE
Request additional information and application details by sending an email to barbara.warren@maconstate.edu.
The Southern Education Foundation (SEF), www.southerneducation.org is the South’s oldest education philanthropy, tracing its origins back to 1867. Its mission is to advance equity and excellence in education for low income students and communities in the South, the region that is home to the nation’s poorest people. The South has the lowest levels of education attainment and achievement, the highest dropout rates, and provides the least need-based financial aid for higher education. It has the greatest need for new leaders to develop community partnerships and corrective public policies that will improve education equity, quality, and opportunity at all levels. Recognizing the need for new outstanding leaders in education and the nonprofit sector, SEF initiated in 2004 the Southern Education Leadership Initiative. The Initiative provides highly motivated and diverse upperclassmen and graduate students opportunities to develop as leaders, engage in their communities, acquire practical job skills, and learn about contemporary education issues. Students spend the summer in trainings and working at a leading nonprofit sector organization. During this experiential learning opportunity, they examine strategies for improving education, addressing community needs, and putting theory into practice. Over the last eight summers, SEF has placed over 135 students in nearly 70 nonprofits and foundations throughout the region focused on providing advocacy, grant-making, policy analysis, research, community organizing, and direct service in education. Students are given summer placements that pair well with their experience, educational interests, career paths, and developmental needs. Students may be asked to relocate for the summer.
Eligibility Requirements
· Completion of 60 credit hours (equivalent of junior status & above in undergraduate program) or enrollment in a graduate program or law program at a college or university.
· Familiarity with or demonstrated interest in social justice and/or education policy and practice.
· Excellent interpersonal, writing, and critical thinking skills, with flexibility to respond well to diverse people, settings, and tasks.
· Submission of the complete application by due date. (No exceptions on late applications will be made).
Students must submit a completed application form and all required materials to the Southern Education Foundation postmarked no later than March 1, 2012. Applications will be accepted by mail or electronically at velkan@southerneducation.org. Incomplete applications or submissions postmarked beyond the deadline will not be accepted. Applications will be reviewed, and the most promising and deserving students for the internship opportunity will be selected based on campus involvement, community service, a written personal statement, short answer questions, academic achievement, and two letters of recommendation.

¡CLASES DE INGLÉS GRATIS!
Para todos los latinos adultos
Todos los martes, 7:30-8:30pm,31 de enero-24 de abril
Iglesia "Nueva Vida" UMC, 1290 College Street, Macon
Para direcciones visite: http://nuevavidaumc.com/
Para más información escriba a: maritza.bellcorrales@maconstate.edu    
Patrocinado por el programa Latino Connections  y Macon State College Foundation

FREE ENGLISH CLASSES!
For all Latino Adults
Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30pm, January 31-April 24
Iglesia "Nueva Vida" UMC, 1290 College Street, Macon
For directions visit: http://nuevavidaumc.com/
For more information contact: maritza.bellcorrales@maconstate.edu
Sponsored by the Latino Connections program and Macon State College Foundation

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*If you have information you would like included in the Blue Storm Report, please send it to katherine.tippins@maconstate.edu by 3 p.m. on Thursdays. Each item remains on the Blue Storm Report for two weeks unless otherwise approved. For more information on all currently scheduled events, please see the Macon State College Calendar at www.maconstate.edu/calendar/caljump.aspx.