COLUMN: New office offers many advantages
So, you’ve got yourself all situated with school at Utah State. New roommates, new apartment, new books and new classes. For the last two months your mind has hopefully been stretched to see new perspectives on life, hopefully issues and topics that you hadn’t thought of before.
As the university’s new “Think” campaign has unfolded, I have seen a dramatic improvement in the way prospective students view the university. They are looking at it in a more positive, excited and engaging way; not just “I’m going to college because my mom and dad want me to” sort of way.
Wednesday, the new Student Involvement and Leadership Office is having its open house, in the Taggart Student Center, Room 326 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., to celebrate the name change from Student Activities. Why? They’re “thinking” more about these prospective students, as well as the current students, whose lives will benefit from more involvement, service and leadership roles.
More than 200 clubs and organizations are housed in the Student Involvement and Leadership Office; fraternities and sororities, student government, and the spirit squad are the major contributors. The mission of this office is to develop and enhance the student’s abilities in: leadership, interpersonal skills, service, organizational skills, time management and student life.
Stop by the office and think about the ways you can contribute to Utah State and make a difference in the lives of those around you. I believe that by learning these skills now, in a setting outside the classroom, your professional lives will be that much more fulfilling. And hopefully, your minds will open up even more to new perspectives on life.
Here is a listing of the current activities and events taking place soon, all hosted by student-run organizations:
The Howl: this Friday, from 8 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Taggart Student Center and Fieldhouse. Tickets are on sale for all Utah State students for just $8 pre-sale, with a two-can food donation, or $10 without. They are available pre-sale at the USU Ticket Office, or for $10 at the door. There is a two-ticket limit per ID (student ID or driver’s license) and IDs will be checked at the door. Remember that no weapons, props, masks or alcohol is allowed. You must be 18 or older to attend. The Howl is sponsored by the Student Activities Board (STAB).
Education Week: Nov. 3 through 7, activities range from free breakfast on Monday at 8 a.m., to a Faculty/Student Pie-eating Contest on Wednesday to the Guitars Unplugged Concert at 7 p.m. in the TSC Ballroom. The week is sponsored by the College of Education.
Service Week: “Fill Your Urge to Serve” Nov. 10 through 14 Fill your urge and get out there in the community or participate in service activities on campus.
Look for more information on all these activities at the ASUSU Web site, http://a-station.usu.edu.
Ashley Stolworthy is senior majoring in public relations. Comments can be sent to ashs@cc.usu.edu.