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Coming Events at BU

Thursday, Sept. 3

NYC "Day" Trip, Sign-ups begin, 10 a.m., KUB Info. Center. Trip will be on Sept. 26, with choice of "Hair" or "Mamma Mia!" shows. Hours for cash and checks, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Hours for credit cards (Visa and MasterCard), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more info. call the student activities office at 389-4346.

BU's Manga & Anime Club, introduction meeting and 10th anniversary party, 3 p.m., 340 Kehr Union. The introduction meeting will introduce incoming students to the group and its advisors, introduce new officers and discuss the major events for the year. In addition, refreshments will be provided to mark the passing of BUMAC's 10th year as an official student organization. Regular meetings take place every Monday and Thursday of the semester, 8 to 10 p.m., 105 Bakeless.

Interfraternity Council, Interfraternity Council meeting, 5 p.m., 340 Kehr Union Building. This is a mandatory meeting for fraternity presidents and representatives. Contact Gretchen Osterman by e-mail or phone at 389-4997 for more information.

Women's Wit & Wisdom, 5 p.m., Women's Resource Center in Schuylkill Hall. Safety On & Off Campus: Wendy Westover brings her wealth of experience to give pointers on staying safe at home, in the car, on campus, at parties, etc. Free refreshments. Contact Deb Barnes by e-mail or phone at 389-5283 for more ifnormation.

Bloomsburg Players, auditions for an evening of 10-minute plays, 7 p.m., Theatre Lab (UBS 101). Open to any student who hasn't performed in a major production at BU. Students can bring a monologue but is not required. Please bring a pencil or pen. This program makes use of a flexible cast size. Anyone who auditions and is willing to commit to the rehearsal & production schedule will be cast. Contact Karen Anselm by e-mail or phone at 570-389-4295 for more information.

University Testing Services, Miller Analogies Test (MAT), APPT p.m., Monty's on the upper campus. BU is administering the MAT, an entrance exam for graduate school. Pre-registered candidates only. See Web site for the registration form, details and dates. Contact University Testing Services by e-mail or phone at 389-4002 for more information.

Friday, Sept. 4

Student Teaching, sign-up meeting, 9 to 10 a.m. for the spring 2010 semester, 10 to 11 a.m. for the fall 2010 semester and 11 to noon for open sign-up, 345A Kehr Union. The meeting is for all students who are interested.

Bloomsburg Players, auditions for an evening of 10-minute plays, 6 p.m., Theatre Lab (UBS 101). Open to any student who hasn't performed in a major production at BU. Students can bring a monologue but is not required. Please bring a pencil or pen. This program makes use of a flexible cast size. Anyone who auditions and is willing to commit to the rehearsal & production schedule will be cast. Contact Karen Anselm by e-mail or phone at 570-389-4295 for more information.

Film: Star Trek, 7 p.m., KUB Hideaway. Free admission with student ID; all others $1. Sponsored by the Program Board.

Sunday, Sept. 6

Catholic Campus Ministry, Sunday Mass, 6 p.m., St. Columba Parish, 342 Iron St., Bloomsburg. Walk down College Hill and turn left onto Iron Street to get to the church, which is one block down between 3rd and Iron streets. All are welcome. Contact Catholic Campus Ministry by e-mail or phone at 784-3123 for more information.

Monday, Sept. 7

University Store - Special Labor Day Hours, the store will be open from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 8

University Store - Textbooks, last day to return textbooks.

Women's Wit & Wisdom, 5 p.m., Women's Resource Center in Schuylkill Hall. Boost Your Self Esteem! Taylor Ruk, of the Women's Center in Bloomsburg, will give your ego a boost by showing you how to feel great about yourself. Free refreshments. Contact Deb Barnes by e-mail or phone at 389-5283 for more ifnormation.

Open Mic Night, sign ups begin, event held at 8 p.m., Sept. 24, KUB Hideaway. Sign up at the KUB Info. Center by Sept. 23 in order to perform. Only 10 spots are open on a first come basis. Must be a BU student, faculty, or staff member to perform. Call the student activities office at 389-4346 for more information.

Rotaract Meeting, 9 p.m., 110 Sutliff Hall. Rotaract is a community service-based club similar to Interact Club in high school. Students interested in community service are invited to Rotaract's first meeting of the semester. Contact Autumn Umberger by e-mail for more information.

Wednesday, Sept. 9

Student Health Center, Flu Clinic (students only), 9 a.m., KUB Multi-B. Clinic is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is not the Swine Flu vaccine. No appointment is necessary. Cost is $12 (cash or check only). Contact Lucinda Harris by e-mail or phone at 389-4451 for more information.

Josten's Class Ring Days, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., University Store lobby. A representative from Josten's will be on-hand to take class ring orders. Try on some of the styles and design your special ring.

Film: The Proposal, 7 & 9:30 p.m., KUB Ballroom. Free admission with student ID; all others $1. Sponsored by the Program Board.

Thursday, Sept. 10

World Suicide Prevention Day, the Campus Suicide Prevention Program is sponsoring a Chinese auction in the Student Services Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. In exchange for programming lifesaving telephone numbers into your cell phone, you can enter to win various gift cards for local businesses. Grand prize is an Ipod Nano. Mental health information and promotional items will be available as well. Contact Diana Leighow, project coordinator, by e-mail or Linda Cook, project director, by e-mail for more information.

Josten's Class Ring Days, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., University Store lobby. A representative from Josten's will be on-hand to take class ring orders. Try on some of the styles and design your special ring.

Friday, Sept. 11

Film: The Proposal, 7 & 9:30 p.m., KUB Ballroom. Free admission with student ID; all others $1. Sponsored by the Program Board.

Saturday, Sept. 12

Stillwater Poetry Festival, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., in the Stillwater Memorial Park along Route 487. The festival features award winning poets from across the state and beyond. In addition to guest poet readings and open mic sessions, there will be poetry workshops for students, jazz and folk music performances, book signings, and great festival food. See Web site for more information, including directions and workshop registration.

Sunday, Sept. 13

Catholic Campus Ministry, Sunday Mass, 6 p.m., St. Columba Parish, 342 Iron St., Bloomsburg. Walk down College Hill and turn left onto Iron Street to get to the church, which is one block down between 3rd and Iron streets. All are welcome. Contact Catholic Campus Ministry by e-mail or phone at 784-3123 for more information.

Bloomsburg Dance Ensemble, information meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Centennial Hall. Learn what the BU Dance Ensemble can offer. Classes available are Acro, African, Ballet, Competition, Country, Country Couples, Hip Hop, Irish, Jazz, Latin, Lyrical, Modern, Musical Theater and Tap. Contact Shannon Stahl by e-mail for more information.

Film: The Proposal, 7 & 9:30 p.m., KUB Ballroom. Free admission with student ID; all others $1. Sponsored by the Program Board.

Monday, Sept. 14

Student Health Center, Tuberculosis Skin Testing Clinic, test administered, 9 a.m., KUB 340, clinic from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost is $10 (cash or check only). No appointment is necessary. Contact Lucinda Harris by e-mail or phone at 389-4451 for more information.

CGA – Campus Lawyer, 5 p.m., 411 Kehr Union. Lawyer will be available every Monday between 5 to 7 p.m. Contact Stacie Bond by e-mail or phone at 389-4463 for more information.

BU Amnesty International, first meeting, 6 p.m., Honors Center Luzerne Hall. BU Amnesty International will be focusing on the ongoing war in Uganda and its "Invisible Children." All who would like to join the fight against the use of child soldiers and promote peace are invited. We will be discussing our plans for this semester and learning more about the Invisible Children organization. Contact Sarah Beltz by e-mail or phone at 267-261-7484 for more information.

Tuesday, Sept. 15

Program Board Info. Night, 9:15 p.m., KUB Multi-B. Become a general member on one or more of the following committees: films, bingo and games, dance, sound stage, public relations, hospitality, travel, and special events. Call the student activities office at 389-4346 or the Program Board office at 389-4402 for more information.

Wednesday, Sept. 16

Student Health Center, Tuberculosis Skin Testing Clinic – test reading, 9 a.m., KUB 340, clinic from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is the reading of the TST administered on Sept. 14. Contact Lucinda Harris by e-mail or phone at 389-4451 for more information.

Career Development Center, 9th annual open house, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 201 Warren Student Services Center. Free pizza and cookies, and free career and job info. Enter to win an iPod and other prizes. Contact Christy Stine by e-mail or phone at 389-4066 for more information.

Women's Wit & Wisdom, 8 p.m., Gross Auditiorum in Carver Hall. CAN I KISS YOU! Women's Resource Center's most popular program returns. Nationally known speaker Mike Domitrz shows us how to make respect and communication in relationships fun. You won't forget this program. Contact Deb Barnes by e-mail or phone at 389-5283 for more information.

Film: The Hangover, 7 & 9:30 p.m., KUB Ballroom. Free admission with student ID; all others $1. Sponsored by the Program Board.

Program Board Info. Night, 8:45 p.m., KUB Multi-B. First Program Board meeting to follow at 9:15 p.m. Help make decisions for campus entertainment, meet new people, and acquire great leadership opportunities. Become a general member on one or more of the following committees: films, bingo and games, dance, sound stage, public relations, hospitality, travel, and special events. Call the student activities office at 389-4346 or the Program Board office at 389-4402 for more information.

Thursday, Sept. 17

University Store - Textbook Buyback, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the store lobby.

Campus Suicide Prevention Program, sponsoring a memorial service at the Newman House, 353 College Hill, 7 p.m., which will include a candle lighting ceremony to remember the lives lost by suicide and healing for those touched by suicide. Light refreshments will be served following the ceremony. Contact Diana Leighow, project coordinator, by e-mail or Linda Cook, project director, by e-mail for more information.

University Testing Services, Miller Analogies Test (MAT), APPT p.m., Monty's on the upper campus. BU is administering the MAT, an entrance exam for graduate school. Pre-registered candidates only. See Web site for the registration form, details and dates. Contact University Testing Services by e-mail or phone at 389-4002 for more information.

Friday, Sept. 18

University Store - Textbook Buyback, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the store lobby.

Film: The Hangover, 7 & 9:30 p.m., KUB Ballroom. Free admission with student ID; all others $1. Sponsored by the Program Board.

Bingo, 10 p.m., KUB Multi A & B. Win $350 in cash prizes. Only 25 cents per card. Must be a BBU student with student ID and paid Fall '09 activities fee to play. Sponsored by the Program Board.

Midnight Pizza and Karaoke, midnight to 1:30 a.m., KUB Fireside Lounge & Multicultural Center. Free pizza & soda w with student ID and paid Fall '09 activities fee; $3 for others. Sponsored by the Program Board.

Saturday, Sept. 19

Nite Class Dance Club, 11 p.m. to 2 a.m., KUB Hideaway. Free for BU students with paid Fall '09 activities fee; $3 all others. All guests must be accompanied by a BU student and must present photo ID. No bottles, cans, backpacks, large bags, beverages, food, weapons, laser pointers, fireworks or tobacco allowed. All patrons and their belongings are subject to search, including passing through a metal detector. Sponsored by the Program Board.

Sunday, Sept. 20

Catholic Campus Ministry, Sunday Mass, 6 p.m., St. Columba Parish, 342 Iron St., Bloomsburg. Walk down College Hill and turn left onto Iron Street to get to the church, which is one block down between 3rd and Iron streets. All are welcome. Contact Catholic Campus Ministry by e-mail or phone at 784-3123 for more information.

Film: The Hangover, 7 & 9:30 p.m., KUB Ballroom. Free admission with student ID; all others $1. Sponsored by the Program Board.

Monday, Sept. 21

Student Health Center, Tuberculosis Skin Testing Clinic, test administered, 9 a.m., KUB 340, clinic from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost is $10 (cash or check only). No appointment is necessary. Contact Lucinda Harris by e-mail or phone at 389-4451 for more information.

CGA – Campus Lawyer, 5 p.m., 411 Kehr Union. Lawyer will be available every Monday between 5 to 7 p.m. Contact Stacie Bond by e-mail or phone at 389-4463 for more information.

Wednesday, Sept. 23

Student Health Center, Tuberculosis Skin Testing Clinic, test reading, 9 a.m., KUB 340, clinic from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is the reading of the TST administered on Sept. 21. Contact Lucinda Harris by e-mail or phone at 389-4451 for more information.

Thursday, Sept. 24

Career Development Center, U.S. Marine Corps Information Table, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Student Services Center, Atrium Lobby. A representative will bwe on-hand to discuss career opportunities with the U.S. Marine Corps. For more information, call 389-4070.

Open Mic Night, 8 p.m., KUB Hideaway. Prior performer sign-ups required. Non-performers can enjoy music and light refreshments. Open Mic Night is an "unplugged" event. Call the student activities office at 389-4346 for more information.

Friday, Sept. 25

Jim Karol, The Psychic Madman, Extraordinary Feats of the Mind as seen on The Tonight Show, The Ellen Show, NBC's Phenomenon, NBC's TODAY Show, and Howard Stern. Performing at 8 p.m., KUB Ballroom. Free with BU ID & paid Fall '09 activities fee; $3 others. Sponsored by the Program Board.

Saturday, Sept. 26

University Store - Special Extended Hours, the store will be holding an open house event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

New York City "Overnight" and "Day" trips, depart hospital lot 7 a.m. Prior sign-ups required. Sponsored by the Program Board. Call the student activities office at 389-4346 for more information.

Free bus to the Bloomsburg Fair, departs the hospital lot from 5 to 11 p.m. Bus will drop off and pick up at the Leonard Street Gate. Fair admission, $5. Discount $4 fair admission tickets available until Sept. 19 at the W. Main St. Ticket Office, 387-4145. Co-sponsored by the Program Board and Residence Life.

Women's Resource Center, Wit & Wisdom, 5 p.m., Schuylkill Hall. Warding Off Interview Jitters. Denise Klinger, adjunct faculty, will show you how to overcome pre-interview butterflies. Not just for seniors. All are welcome. Refreshments provided. Contact Deb Barnes by e-mail or phone at 389-5283 for more information.

Sunday, Sept. 27

University Store - Special Extended Hours, the store will be holding an open house event from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Catholic Campus Ministry, Sunday Mass, 6 p.m., St. Columba Parish, 342 Iron St., Bloomsburg. Walk down College Hill and turn left onto Iron Street to get to the church, which is one block down between 3rd and Iron streets. All are welcome. Contact Catholic Campus Ministry by e-mail or phone at 784-3123 for more information.

Saturday, Sept. 26 to Saturday, Oct. 3

University Store - Fair Week Sale, 20% off clothing, insignia gifts, posters, and trade books.

Monday, Sept. 28

CGA – Campus Lawyer, 5 p.m., 411 Kehr Union. Lawyer will be available every Monday between 5 to 7 p.m. Contact Stacie Bond by e-mail or phone at 389-4463 for more information.

Tuesday, Sept. 29

University Store - Touchdown Tuesday, special sale on last Saturday's football game. If the Huskies scored: 1-4 touchdowns, 20% off; 5-6 touchdowns, 25% off; 7 or more touchdowns, 30% off.

Wednesday, Sept. 30

University Testing Services, CLEP Exams, APPT p.m., Monty's on the upper campus. CLEP exams administered to pre-registered candidates. See our Web site for the registration form and dates. Contact University Testing Services by e-mail or phone at 389-4002 for more information.

Friday, Oct. 2

Free bus to the Bloomsburg Fair, departs the hospital lot from 5 to 11 p.m. Bus will drop off and pick up at the Leonard Street Gate. Fair admission, $5. Discount $4 fair admission tickets available until Sept. 19 at the W. Main St. Ticket Office, 387-4145. Co-sponsored by the Program Board and Residence Life.

Friday, Oct. 3

Free bus to the Bloomsburg Fair, departs the hospital lot from 5 to 11 p.m. Bus will drop off and pick up at the Leonard Street Gate. Fair admission, $5. Discount $4 fair admission tickets available until Sept. 19 at the W. Main St. Ticket Office, 387-4145. Co-sponsored by the Program Board and Residence Life.

Tuesday, Oct. 6

University Store - Touchdown Tuesday, special sale on last Saturday's football game. If the Huskies scored: 1-4 touchdowns, 20% off; 5-6 touchdowns, 25% off; 7 or more touchdowns, 30% off.

Women's Resource Center, Wit & Wisdom, 5 p.m., Schuylkill Hall. Dating Violence Awareness: Taylor Ruk, Women's Center of Bloomsburg, will make us aware of the warning signs, ways to avoid and how to help someone involved in violent dating situations. All are welcome. Refreshments provided. Contact Deb Barnes by e-mail or phone at 389-5283 for more information.

Thursday, Oct. 8

Career Development Center, U.S. Marine Corps Information Table, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Student Services Center, Atrium Lobby. A representative will bwe on-hand to discuss career opportunities with the U.S. Marine Corps. For more information, call 389-4070.

Wednesday, Oct. 14

Women's Wit & Wisdom, 5 p.m., Women's Resource Center in Schuylkill Hall. Breast Cancer Awareness: In keeping with Breast Cancer Awareness month, Karen Maurer, of the American Cancer Society, will give the latest updates on breast cancer. Free refreshments. Contact Deb Barnes by e-mail or phone at 389-5283 or more information.

Thursday, Oct. 15

University Store - Textbooks, faculty textbook adoptions due for Spring 2010.

Thursday, Oct. 15 to Sunday, Oct. 18

University Store - Homecoming Sale, 20% off clothing, insignia gifts, posters, and trade books.

Saturday, Oct. 17

University Store - Special Extended Hours, the store will be open for Homecoming from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Homecoming Committee of CGA, Homecoming parade, 11 a.m., route is from the hospital lot to the town park. Combined homecoming parade with Bloomsburg University and Bloomsburg High School. For more information, contact Jimmy Gilliland by e-mail or phone at 389-4344.

Sunday, Oct. 18

University Store - Special Extended Hours, the store will be open from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Monday, Oct. 19

Women's Wit & Wisdom, 5 p.m., Women's Resource Center in Schuylkill Hall. Designing Your Resume: Denise Klinger, adjunct faculty, will show the Do and Do Nots of Designing a resume. Not just for seniors, this works for anyone in the job market. Free refreshments. Contact Deb Barnes by e-mail or phone at 389-5283 for more information.

Tuesday, Oct. 20

University Store - Touchdown Tuesday, special sale on last Saturday's football game. If the Huskies scored: 1-4 touchdowns, 20% off; 5-6 touchdowns, 25% off; 7 or more touchdowns, 30% off.

Thursday, Oct. 22

University Store - Josten's Class Ring Days, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the store lobby. A representative from Josten's will be on-hand to take class ring orders. Try on some of the styles and design your special ring.

Friday, Oct. 23

University Store - Parents' Weekend Sale

University Store - Josten's Class Ring Days, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the store lobby. A representative from Josten's will be on-hand to take class ring orders. Try on some of the styles and design your special ring.

Parents' & Family Weekend Committee of CGA, BU, Parents' & Family Weekend, 8 a.m., on campus. Weekend events will take place from Friday, Oct. 23, to Sunday, Oct. 25. For more information, contact Jimmy Gilliland by e-mail or phone at 389-4344.

Saturday, Oct. 24

University Store - Parents' Weekend Sale, the store will have extended hours from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

University Store - Josten's Class Ring Days, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the store lobby. A representative from Josten's will be on-hand to take class ring orders. Try on some of the styles and design your special ring.

Sunday, Oct. 25

University Store - Parents' Weekend Sale, the store will have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 27

University Store - Touchdown Tuesday, special sale on last Saturday's football game. If the Huskies scored: 1-4 touchdowns, 20% off; 5-6 touchdowns, 25% off; 7 or more touchdowns, 30% off.

Saturday, Oct. 31

University Store - Sale with Extended Hours, 20% off sale for open house event with extended hours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 7

University Store - Extended Hours, the store will be open longer for home football game from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 9

Women's Wit & Wisdom, 5 p.m., Women's Resource Center in Schuylkill Hall. Relationship Assessment: Louann Martucci, of Your Loving Choices, provides an interactive approach to creating great relationships. Free refreshments. Contact Deb Barnes by e-mail or phone at 389-5283 for more information.

Tuesday, Nov. 10

University Store - Touchdown Tuesday, special sale on last Saturday's football game. If the Huskies scored: 1-4 touchdowns, 20% off; 5-6 touchdowns, 25% off; 7 or more touchdowns, 30% off.

Monday, Nov. 16

Women's Wit & Wisdom, 5 p.m., Women's Resource Center in Schuylkill Hall. Money Matters: Marlene Latzman, of PSECU, will provide tips on how to survive the current economic situation. Free refreshments. Contact Deb Barnes by e-mail or phone at 389-5283 for more information.

Tuesday, Nov. 17

University Store - Grad Finale, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Alumni House. Seniors don't miss this one-stop chance to take care of all your graduation needs. Purchase your cap, gown and tassel, order graduation announcements and more.

Thursday, Nov. 19 to Wednesday, Nov. 25

University Store - Turkey Sale, in the store lobby, turkeys must go with prices starting at 50 cents.

Career Development Center, U.S. Marine Corps Information Table, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Student Services Center, Atrium Lobby. A representative will bwe on-hand to discuss career opportunities with the U.S. Marine Corps. For more information, call 389-4070.

Tuesday, Nov. 24

University Store - Special Hours, the store will be open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 25

University Store - Special Hours, the store will be open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 2

University Store - Holiday Open House, the store will be open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is the kick-off event of the store's holiday sale with great sale prices, free gift wrapping and refreshments in the lobby.

Wednesday, Dec. 3 to Wednesday, Dece. 24

University Store - Holiday Sale, 20% off clothing, insignia gifts, posters, trade hooks.

Saturday, Dec. 12

University Store - Textbooks, textbook buyback will be available from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 13

University Store - Textbooks, textbook buyback will be available from noon to 4 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 14 to Thursday, Dec. 17

University Store - Textbooks, textbook buyback will be available from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18

University Store - Textbooks, textbook buyback will be available from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 19

University Store - Textbooks, textbook buyback will be available from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

University Store - Special Extended Hours, the store will be open longer for graduation from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 24

University Store - Special Hours, the store will be open Christmas Eve from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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