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MESSAGE 1: Students & the Military
Happy Veterans Day Cats! Let’s all take the time to thank those who have fought for our protection and the
lives we live now. This week we are going to learn a little more about services WCU offers for students who
are serving the country and what benefits you may be eligible for if your parents had once served in the
military. If you are considering serving now, you should take a look at this
information.
Students Serving or Interested in Serving
WCU offers services to students who are in the military. WCU offers online on
campus and degree programs and graduate programs you can apply for. There
are also professional development, financial, and degree selection services. For
students interesting in serving the country, visit Today’s Military to find out
more information about each branch in the military. You can also visit
gibill.va.gov for additional information.
Military
Branches
Army
Airforce
Marine
Corps
Give Back and Make
A Difference!! Food
Drive for Children of
Jackson County!!
**Page 4 has more
details**
National
Coast Gaurd
Navy
Offspring of Veterans
Did you know that if your parent served in the military you may
be eligible for scholarships? Ask your parents about what branch
they served, how long, and if you may be eligible financial
support.
MESSAGE 2 Cubs Corner!
Your Journey – Your Goals!
HEY CUBS!
This year we have some amazing students out making a difference! A
group of caring cubs are on a mission to making a positive impact on
campus! It is their belief that by uplifting one person that person will
in turn uplift someone else, hence the “ripple” effect. By doing good
deeds you could be awarded by one of the members of Ripple On and
also have your story recognized here on Cubs Corner! But remember
it’s not always about recognition; sometimes the smallest things can
make a difference in someone’s day.
So get up, Get out, and Ripple On!
Message 3 – Special Event
Connect the Dots – an Exhibit by the Creative Life LLC
Gallery 130 of the Fine Art Museum
Bardo Arts Center --- November 14 – 21
Opening & Reception
Thursday, November 14, 2013
4:00-6:00 pm
Atrium Star Lobby & Gallery 130
Please join us for an evening reception and entertainment
Works by first-year students express how they connect the
dots – in their learning and their life; how they connect the
past to the present and vision the future.
FIND US ON FACEBOOK!
http://tinyurl.com/CreativeLife2013
MESSAGE 4 Announcements!
SPECIAL EVENTS THIS WEEK!
Thanksgiving Food Drive
Presented By Members of Ripple ON
The Ripple On group is having a food drive for children on Thanksgiving. You can help them make a
difference by helping them collect! The following items are needed and can be delivered weekly through
November 25 to their classroom each Monday in Killian 116 from 2:30-3:20:
Fruit cups - especially the mandarin orange ones!
Nutrition bars - prefer the fruit Nutribars or Kellogg's bars.
Cereal - anything that is not TOO sugary (avoid Fruit loops, etc.)
Small 3 ounce boxes of apple juice
Instant oatmeal or grits
Goldfish crackers
Fruit gummies - not the candy kind - the fruit juice type.
Applesauce
Backpacks! They are in desperate need of these, they will even accept gently used ones!
Native American EXPO
Monday, November 11, 2013 9:00am-9:00pm
The fifth annual Native American Expo at Western Carolina University is scheduled to start Monday, Nov. 11,
through Wednesday, Nov. 13, with a series of events and presentations centered on Native American values,
traditions and culture.
ZOMBIES ON CAMPUS! A SLAUGHTERPOCALYPSE!
WEDNESDAY, NOV 13, 2013, 7:30 – 9:30PM
TICKETS: $15 adults | $10 faculty/staff/seniors | $10 students ($7 in advance)
https://www.ticketreturn.com/prod2/team.asp?SponsorID=5891#.UnfY59wo7s0
SPORTS
Monday Night Football Game 7:00 November 11, 2013 UC Theatre
*** For More Events this week visit, http://www.wcu.edu/11570.asp ***
Discover College
Adapt to new environments and responsibilities - discover and use the resources available to you!
Be Involved
Identify and act upon your role and responsibility as an engaged citizen - be an active participant in your learning
experiences!
Connect the Dots
Connect your personal interests and abilities, academics, and co-curricular activities as you make sense of the
world.
Think First
Identify complex issues or problems – evaluate your options to make an informed decision - reflect on the
implications of your choice.
Exchange Ideas
Communicate appropriately and respectfully in a variety of formats and contexts.
Calibrate Your Compass
Examine your values and goals - take responsibility for your own learning and development - act with integrity!
Want to be in an issue of the Message Board?
“CUB’s Corner” IS NOW OPEN! This section is all about YOU!
Show off your creativity! We need new cubs to submit their own works such as an
original poem, video, drawing/ comic strip, short story, almost anything!
There will also be a lucky cub featured in one week’s issue for getting involved on campus.
Whether it’s through volunteer work, club/organization, or an event on campus! Simply
send in a picture or short video and a short description of yourself and what you’re doing
to stay involved on campus! Need advice? Cub’s Corner will also feature an Ask
Mitten’s column!
All submission types are to be sent to cubsaskmittens@yahoo.com!