[Students] The Roar Newsletter Week of February 13th through February 19th

[Wendy M Denman]

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Announcements
Homecoming Committee Applications
Date: 02-15-17
Location: https://orgsync.com/79473/forms/239425
Cost:  Free
Organization: Homecoming Committee
Being a part of the Homecoming Committee provides the opportunity to work with other students across campus while putting together a fun-filled week of celebrations that focus on our Lion Pride! Committee members are required to attend a weekly committee meeting and volunteer during the week's festivities.

  *   Requirements include a 2.5 GPA and demonstrated leadership potential
  *   Commitment to the Homecoming Committee is February 2017-November 2017
  *   Applications must be submitted by February 15th at 5pm.
  *   Interviews will be held at a later date. (After applications close, the top applicants selected by the committee representatives will be contacted to schedule a interview.
  *   The final committee selections will be announced by Friday, March 3rd.
Applications are due Wednesday, February 15th at 5:00 pm. For any questions please contact, Deepti Chadee (Deepti.Chadee at tamuc.edu<mailto:Deepti.Chadee at tamuc.edu>).
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Tunnel of Oppression
Date: 02-17-17
Organization: S.E.E.D.S
Location: RSC
Hey Lion Family!

The Serving Engaged Empowered & Diverse Students (S.E.E.D.S.) Office and the First Year Leadership Class (FLC) of Leadership Engagement & Development (L.E.A.D.) would like to invite you to apply to participate in the Tunnel of Oppression on April 19, 2017 in the Rayburn Student Center.  The Tunnel of Oppression is an interactive event that highlights contemporary issues of oppression. It is designed to introduce participants to the concepts of oppression, privilege, and power. For any questions please contact, Josh Moore (Joshua.Moore at tamuc.edu<mailto:Joshua.Moore at tamuc.edu>).
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Lion Peer Educators
Date: 03-16-17
Organization: S.E.E.D.S
Location: Online Application
Hey Lions:

The Serving Engaged Empowered & Diverse Students (S.E.E.D.S.) and Leadership Engagement & Development (L.E.A.D.) are excited to announce a new joint initiative through our offices, Lion Peer Educators (LPE). Lion Peer Educators are student volunteers who are dedicated to promoting leadership development, diversity, and bystander intervention. This group will function as a proactive educational team that advocates for diversity, acceptance, growth and intervention at Texas A&M University-Commerce. Lion Peer Educators will help develop and present educational workshops to promote the awareness, acceptance and necessity for leadership development, diversity, and bystander intervention to fellow students. Lion Peer Educators will serve as a valuable resource for students, faculty, staff, and campus organizations.

If you are interested in applying or need additional information, please contact Joshua Moore, Associate Director of S.E.E.D.S., at joshua.moore at tamuc.edu<mailto:joshua.moore at tamuc.edu> or Crystal Hardeman, Associate Director of L.E.A.D., at crystal.hardeman at tamuc.edu<mailto:crystal.hardeman at tamuc.edu>.
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Club Now Has Beer & Wine for Purchase
Date: Thursday – Saturday, 5:00pm – 11:00pm
Organization: RSC Club
Location: RSC Club
Based on the feedback from the Club Refreshment & Cuisine surveys conducted with students, faculty, and staff in December, the Rayburn Student Center will now be offering beer and wine for sale on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights from 5:00pm – 11:00pm. We hope this will provide a fun, safe, and smoke-free environment for the campus to congregate and drink responsibly. Non-alcoholic beverages will still be available as well. FMI or questions, contact Wendy Denman at Wendy.Denman at tamuc.edu<mailto:Wendy.Denman at tamuc.edu>.

Events
Monday, February 13
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Title IX & Dine
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: RSC Conference Rooms
Cost: Free
Organization: Student Government Association & SAFE Committee
Attend Title IX & Dine for a delicious served meal, exciting prizes, and an opportunity to hear and ask questions of knowledgeable panelists! Register for the event at this link: https://orgsync.com/24085/forms/239627. FMI or questions, contact Jeremy Sippel at Jeremy.Sippel at tamuc.edu<mailto:Jeremy.Sippel at tamuc.edu>.
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The Convo Series
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Ferguson
Cost: Free
Organization: S.E.E.D.S
The Serving Engaged Empowered & Diverse Students (S.E.E.D.S.) Office and the Zeta Tau Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. are pleased to present The Convo Series with Amir Windom on Monday, February 13th at 6:00pm in Ferguson Auditorium. Mr. Windom is a Grammy award winning record executive who travels the country engaging students in dialogue surrounding current issues in media, entertainment, and society.  Please encourage all of your students to attend this event and engage in some meaningful dialogue. FMI contact Joshua Moore, Associate Director of S.E.E.D.S., at joshua.moore at tamuc.edu<mailto:joshua.moore at tamuc.edu>.
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AAMMP – Rayshawn Wilson: Lionheart
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: AG/IT 253
Cost: Free
Organization: African American Male Mentorship Program
The African American Male Mentorship Program (AAMMP) at Texas A&M University-Commerce is a team of professional staff members committed to the overall enrichment of African American male students. Mentees are paired with upper-class male mentors and a committed group of staff members who assist with their transition into University life.

This semester, AAMMP is excited to introduce our new common reading book “Lionheart: Coming From Where I’m From”, written by Mr. Rayshawn Wilson. As a bonus feature, Mr. Wilson has been invited to campus to provide a seminar surrounding his book and to discuss how to overcome personal adversity to reach your own personal success.

AAMMP welcomes you to join us for this outstanding seminar on Monday, February 13, 2017 at 7pm in AG/IT 253. For more information regarding AAMMP, or this particular seminar, please reach out to Kyle Williams, Area Coordinator for Residential Living and Learning and Co-Director for the African American Male Mentorship Program, via email at Kyle.Williams at tamuc.edu<mailto:Kyle.Williams at tamuc.edu>, or phone at 903.468.4405.

Tuesday, February 14
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Time Management Session
Time: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Location: (RSC) Legacy A
Cost: Free
Organization: Academic Success Center
This session, featuring presenter Kristen Neeley, will help you master the vital skill that is time management!
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The Club Movie: Loving
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: RSC Club
Cost: Free
Organization: The RSC Club
The Club movie is free to everyone. Come out to enjoy free popcorn and half-priced fountain drinks. This week’s movie, Loving, depicts the story of Richard and Mildred Loving, an interracial couple, whose challenge of their anti-miscegenation arrest for the marriage in Virginia led to a legal battle that would end at the US Supreme Court. FMI or questions, contact Danyale Shankle (Danyale.Shankle at tamuc.edu<mailto:Danyale.Shankle at tamuc.edu>).

Wednesday, February 15
CAB Lip Sync Battle
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: RSC The Club
Cost: Free
Organization: Campus Activities Board (CAB
The Lip Sync Battle is a vibrant, fun-filled musical event where students can lip sync to their favorite 90’s or early 2000’s song. Students can participate in a group or individually. Sign up on your Mane Sync at https://orgsync.com/29055/forms/243760. The event is on February 15, 2017 from 6-8 in the RSC The Club.  Make sure to bring your Lion Card!
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Career Clinic
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: RSC Conference Rooms A&B
Cost: Free
Organization: Career Development (TAMUC)
The Career Clinic is a round-robin, stationed event where students can prepare for the career fair!

Bring your resume for a resume review, participate in a mock interview stations, take a professional LinkedIn headshot, and add your newly minted marketable skills to your Co-Curricular Transcript (PawPrint). Students should attend to prepare for the upcoming career fair and be ready with their elevator pitches, resumes, and interview skills. The event will be held from 10 AM - 12 PM.
Thursday, February 16
Swing Dance
Time: 6:00pm
Location: RSC Club
Cost: Free
Organization: Music Department
The music department is hosting a Swing Dance in the Club. Come out for a great time!

Friday, February 17
 Happy Friday!

Saturday, February 18
Have A Great Weekend!!

Sunday, February 19
Have A Great Weekend!!
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