August 25 Campus e‐Update Holman, Sheryl <Sheryl.Holman@bhsu.edu> Tue 8/25/2015 3:46 PM August 25, 2015 Please continue to submit your informational items (with this form) by 8:30 a.m. Tuesday or Thursday to make it into that day’s Campus e‐Update. STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS View the student/community announcements page which is updated daily Submit your student/community announcement for the next Campus e‐Update "Jurassic World" Playing Aug. 29 | 8:30pm | Campus Green Don’t miss the outdoor movie this Saturday, August 29. “Jurassic World” will begin playing at 8:30 p.m. on the Campus Green. The movie is free to students. There will also be popcorn and water there as well. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, sweatshirts, and friends to end your week with this ‘thrilling’ movie. Sponsored by: Campus Activities Board ‐‐Submitted by Kari Wadsworth CAMPUS CALENDAR Check out the highlights for what’s happening this week: Aug. 25 Slip N Slide COLP Rock Wall Belay Training Aug. 26 Improv Comedy Night Aug. 27 Bingo Night Aug. 28 Hike to Devils Bathtub BH Night Rec Sports Rec Sports sign up deadline is Sept 4, for football and softball. Sign up your teams now on imleagues.com/bhsu ‐‐Submitted by Tina Andreana BHSU BGS Chapter earns Best in Business Honor The BHSU's Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) chapter received Best in Business Honors for the 2014‐15 academic year. The status is indicative of a campus where academic excellence is valued and where the faculty officers of the chapter work diligently to enhance Beta Gamma Sigma’s stature on campus. BGS is an honor society in business open to AACSB‐accredited institutions only. The BHSU chapters was chartered in spring 2015. I extend a special thanks to Ms. Laura Prosser, BGS advisor, and Dr. Susan Dana, BGS secretary, along with Dr. Liz Diers, former BGS co‐advisor, for their work in regard to the chartering of a BGS chapter at BHSU and to organizing the BGS ceremony the BGS ceremony in spring 2015. These faculty members provided valuable leadership to this effort. This is a special honor for the BHSU BGS Chapter and for BHSU. ‐‐Submitted by Priscilla Romkema Aug. 29 Campus Garden Clean Up Outdoor Movie Check out these events and more on the Campus Calendar YELLOW JACKET NEWS BHSU Help Desk Network and Computer Services (NCS) reminds faculty, staff and students that the most efficient method to request services is to submit a request via email to BHSUHelpDesk@BHSU.edu which automatically enters the request into our tracking system. A tracking number will be assigned to your request and you will receive an email response back immediately for reference. When contacting us by phone at 642‐6580 you will be provided with a list of options and your choice will automatically re‐direct you to an appropriate staff member. If directed to a voicemail please leave us a message with your contact information and description of the issue. We will get back to you as soon as possible. To best meet the needs of the campus, NCS prioritizes all requests received utilizing a priority reference list which can be found atwww.BHSU.edu/HelpDesk. NCS is located in the basement of the Library in room L006. Walk‐in’s will be welcome Monday through Friday 8:00am ‐ 10:00am and 3:00pm – 5:00pm. During these hours a technician will be available to answer questions and provide assistance. ‐‐Submitted by Fred Nelson Belay Training at Indoor Rock Wall August 25th | 7pm ‐ 9pm | Young Center Indoor Rock Wall No pre‐registration or prior experience is required. At this event, we will go over basic equipment, checking, communication, climbing, and practice belay skills. All students that want to belay for the OE Program (indoors or outdoors) must pass a belay test each academic year and have this documentation on file in the binder at the rock wall. If you want to become trained as a Rock Wall Supervisor (and get a free t‐shirt) then you must attend this training as well as the Thursday, August 27th training and complete all supervisor requirements. Event Leader is Chris McCart, COLP Advisor. For more information contact her at christine.mccart@bhsu.edu (preferred) or 605‐642‐6027 ‐‐Submitted by Elizabeth Sorensen SB: Williams Tabbed as Graduate Assistant Rodeo: Rope and Stroke Scheduled for September SB: Leedy Chalks Up Three Late Additions FB: 130th battle for the Homestake Trophy to be featured on ESPN 3 Check out scores, upcoming games and other news at BHSU Athletics Rock Wall Supervisor Training August 27th | 7pm ‐ 9pm | Young Center Indoor Rock Wall You must have attended Tuesdays’ Belay Training, or made prior arrangements, in order to attend this training. At this training, we will go over the roles and responsibilities of a rock wall supervisor, review risk management policies and procedures, discuss our Exceptional Customer Service culture, and gather documentation of competency. If you are currently certified in CPR, first aid, WFR, WFA, or EMT, please bring or email a photocopy or clear photo of your certification card. Full completion of this training requires taking an on‐line quiz over rock wall and risk management policies and procedures as outlined in the BHSU Outdoor Education Program Manual. Why become a rock wall supervisor? You will develop experience based judgment related to teaching others to climb, beef up your resume, become part of a selective and fun group of outdoor enthusiasts, and get a cool free t‐shirt. Event Leader is Chris McCart, COLP Advisor. For more information contact her at christine.mccart@bhsu.edu (preferred) or 605‐642‐6027 ‐‐Submitted by Elizabeth Sorensen Dakota Chamber Orchestra and other music groups begin rehearsals The Dakota Chamber Orchestra is a string orchestra in residence at BHSU. It is open to all students, faculty, and community members who play an orchestral string instrument. Rehearsals are Tuesday nights from 7‐9 pm. The music department has a number of performing groups open to students (and faculty) including bands, jazz band, and choirs. Contact Christopher Hahn at christopher.hahn@bhsu.edu or 642‐6888 or stop by the music department in Meier Hall for more information about our ensembles. ‐‐Submitted by Chris Hahn Campus Alert Authorization Codes & Login Info Authorization codes for the emergency alert system are sent out to non‐registered users after the census date. The codes are sent to your official BHSU email address and provide additional information to login and setup contact information and priorities. If you have already registered in the system and need to login to verify or modify your contact information, please visit: https://www.everbridge.net and login with your Everbridge Member ID and password. This username and password is unique to the Everbridge system. If you have forgotten your Everbridge Member ID and Password, please use the "Forgot yoru Member ID?" and "Forgot your password?" links provided on the Everbridge login page. ‐‐Submitted by Garrett Stevens BHSU NEWS RELEASES BHSU vs. SD Mines, longest NCAA Div. II football rivalry, to be broadcast live on ESPN 3 The historic rivalry between the Black Hills State University Yellow Jackets and the South Dakota School of Mines Hardrockers the longest‐running in NCAA Div. II college football, will receive national exposure with a national telecast through ESPN3. Professor named 2014 BHSU Difference Maker Black Hills State University professor Dr. James Hess was awarded the 2014 Difference Maker at the 1883 Gala recently. The 1883 Gala honored Hess, along with other BHSU contributors that donated more than $1,883 in a calendar year or more than $50,000 in a lifetime. The Gala also raised funds for BHSU scholarships. BHSU to honor outstanding alumni during Swarm Week celebration Black Hills State University announces the selection of five exceptional alumni to be honored during the annual Swarm Week homecoming celebration Oct. 5‐10. 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