WEEKS OF

SPRING 2015

WEEKS OF

SPRING 2015

WEEK ONETUESDAY, JAN. 20First Day of Classes –Good Luck!

Help-A-Triton (1of2) 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Various Locations Volunteers will be stationed around campus at Help-A-Triton tables to help with directions, academic services information, provide campus maps and shuttle schedules, hand out WOW booklets, and assist with other issues you may encounter in your first two class days. Stop by their tables for a friendly face! #helpatriton

Baby It’s Cold Outside 9:00am, MSC Rotunda 2nd Floor Stop by on the way to your class to get something hot to drink from the University Program Board!

Taco Tuesday 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, MSC Nosh This Tuesday and most Tuesdays of the semester, get your Tex-Mex fix in the Nosh with Taco Tuesday. Choose your favorite toppings to top off your burrito or taco salad.

Early Bird Textbook Reservation Pick up5:00 pm, UMSL Triton Store Last day to pick up your Early Bird Textbook reservation!

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 21First Day of Classes –Good Luck!

Help-A-Triton (2of2) 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Various Locations Volunteers will be stationed around campus at Help-A-Triton tables to help with directions, academic services information, provide campus maps and shuttle schedules, hand out WOW booklets, and assist with other issues you may encounter in your first two class days. Stop by their tables for a friendly face! #helpatriton

Winter Expo 11:00am - 1:00pm, Nosh & 2nd Floor RotundaCome and see what organizations are out there to join and learn more about departments and offices around campus!

Campus Staycation

11:00 am - 1:00 pm, MSC Nosh Beginning Wednesday, January 21st and running each Wednesday through the semester, UMSL students, faculty, and staff can indulge in the culinary delights of cities around the U.S. including: Coney Island Dogs, Fish & Chips, Frijoles con Puerco, Gumbo Ya Ya, BBQ Sundaes, Chicken Fried Steak & Mashed Potatoes, Philly Cheesesteaks, Chicago Dogs, and Walking Tacos.

THURSDAY, JAN. 22Lunch and Learn with Green Jean: Communicating an Environmental Message12:00 pm – 1:00 pm, MSC Join us to learn about practical strategies and best practices you can use in your role at UMSL, at home, and in your community to improve & promote sustainability. This interactive program will be presented by Jean Ponzi, Green Resources Manager for Missouri Botanical

Garden’s EarthWays Center and host of “Earthworms” on 88.1FM, KDHX radio.

Mission IMPROVable 7:00 pm, MSC Pilot House Are you a fan of Who’s Line is it Anyway? Well, then you’ll like this too because improv comedy is all the rage! Come out to the Pilot House to enjoy a fun and hilarious night with Mission IMPROVable!

FRIDAY, JAN. 23Friday Night Movie: Big Hero 67:00 pm, MSC Pilot House Robotics prodigy, Hiro, is in for a turn of events (and dangerous at that!) when he transforms his closest companion Baymax, a robot whose sole purpose is to take care of people and his other friends, Go Go Tamago, Wasabi, Honey Lemon and Fred into a band of high-tech heroes. PG. Snacks & refreshments are provided! All are welcome.

All Week (Jan. 26 - Jan. 29)Broristas10:00 am – 11:00 am, MSC Rotunda UMSL Fraternities would like to welcome everyone back and to stay warm by stopping by our table in the MSC Rotunda for complimentary coffee Monday through Thursday from 10-11am.

MONDAY, JAN. 26Emoji Trivia

11:00 am, MSC 2nd Floor Rotunda Do you REALLY know your favorite Emoji? Join us in an interactive trivia about the modern emoji as well as learn a few facts about the world’s favorite funny faces!

WEEK TWO

ARE YOU ASTUDENT WHOHAS CHILDREN?

Sign up on Tritonsyncor stop by MSC 366 for information.

Swap provides information, peer support & practical strategies for UMSL Student-parents.

All meetings held in the Office of Student Life (MSC 366)

Friday, Feb. 6th at 3:30PM-4:30PM

Thursday, Mar. 5th at 3:30PM-4:30PM

Wednesday, Apr. 1st at 3:30PM-4:30PM

Snacks and resources will be provided. Open to all student-parents. Come visit!

Join others like you. Connect, Learn and Laugh!

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TUESDAY, JAN. 27I Have to Write a Different Resume For Every Job?2:00 pm – 2:30 pm, Career Services,278 MSCYour resume is an important job-hunting tool and its purpose is to persuade an employer to call you for an interview. Learn how to write a job specific resume. No registration necessary.

THURSDAY, JAN. 29Don’t Hit Send Yet! 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm, Career Services, 278 MSC Is your email ready to send? Is your subject line clear and concise? Learn common sense tips to send a professional email. No registration necessary.

Minute-to-Win-It Tournament 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm, MSC Nosh UMSL Fraternity and Sorority Life invites anyone and everyone to come join us in the NOSH for some games and prizes. This isn’t just any ole tournament, so bring your game faces at 5pm on Thursday!

Life Size Battleship 10:30 am – Noon, & 2:30 -4:00 pm, MSC Century Room A How fast can you sink all five battleships?

Superbowl Special in the Nosh11:00 am – 1:00 pm, MSC Nosh Get $0.50 off a small order of wings or $1.00 off a large order at WOW Cafe & Wingery.

Campus Sustainability Advisory Council Meetings11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Campus Police Building The UMSL Green Campus Advisory Council is an effort to involve members of the campus community, at all levels, to help realize the goals present in the UMSL Campus Sustainability Action Plan. As a “Green Team” member, you have the opportunity to provide meaningful service to UMSL, while networking across

campus and promoting and encouraging sustainable actions and attitudes. The meetings will be held on January 29, March 5, and May 7th in the Campus Police Building.

FRIDAY, JAN. 30Friday Night Move: Ouija 7:00 pm, Provincial House Chapel After childhood friends re-encounter a Ouija board, things spiral out of control in this action-thriller by Stiles White. Come join UPB for a movie night! Free snacks and food are provided.

SATURDAY, JAN. 31Tiny Tritons: Creative Dramatics 10:00 am – 11:00 am, MSC Century Room A Bring children to this dramatic event where there will be drama games, music, theater and interactive activities!

SUNDAY, FEB. 1Super Bowl XLIX Party 5:00 pm, MSC Pilot House The big NFL game is upon us! If you’re a sports fanatic, enjoy the halftime show, or would like to judge this year’s commercials, come to the Pilot House to watch the game. Food and drinks are provided by the University Program Board. All are welcome.

MONDAY, FEB. 2Creating a Powerful Punch Using a Resume Summary2:00 pm – 2:30 pm, Career Services, 278 MSCDo you want to quickly grab the attention of an employer? Learn how to provide a quick snapshot of your experiences. No registration necessary.

TUESDAY, FEB. 3Office of Student Life and Office of New Student Programs Open House 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 366 MSC We got a makeover! Drop by and check out our new space that was just renovated! Get some free food while learning about what we do and how we can make your time at UMSL memorable!

Recyclemaniacs Run Amok10:30 am – 2:30 pm, MSC Calling all “Recyclemaniacs!” Join the Environmental Adventure Organization and the Sustainability Office on February 3 & 4th and February 10 & 11th to educate folks on how to recycle and how to help UMSL win Recyclemania.

WEDNESDAY, FEB 4Pruitt-Igoe Myth12:30-2:30, Century Room CThe Pruitt-Igoe Myth is a documentary that explores the social, economic and legislative is¬sues that led to the decline of conventional public housing in America, and the city centers in which they were built, while tracing the personal and poignant narratives of several of the residents of the notorious Pruitt-Igoe public housing complex in St. Louis.

What’s Your Story? 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm, Career Services, 278 MSC Who am I? What can I contribute to an employer? We all have a career story. What’s yours, and how do you share it with employers?No registration necessary.

THURSDAY, FEB. 5Coffeehouse Series featuring Chris Harper12:00 pm – 1:00 pm, MSC Fireside Lounge Enjoy the musical styling’s of Chris Harper.

Soul’d Out7:00, MSC Century Room CFree for UMSL students$5 General Admission

WEEK THREE

TINYTRIT NSA P P R O V E D

DIRECTION • LEADERSHIP • TRANSITION

POSITIONS INCLUDE:

WOW CREW LEADERSWAP AMBASSADOR

TRANSFER AMBASSADOR

APPLY TODAYLEADERSHIP POSITIONS AVAILABLE

APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27THApplications can be found in MSC 366 or umsl.edu/newstudentprograms

Questions? Contact us today!MSC 366 | 314-516-5291 | orientation@umsl.edu

Coming soon to the Millennium Student Center:

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2:00 pm – 2:30 pm, Career Services, 278 MSCIs graduate school right for you? How do you apply? We’ll discuss areas to consider when looking at an advanced degree program.No registration necessary.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 11Black History Trivia Night7:00, MSC Century Room CGrab your friends and show what you know about black history! Tables are $50 per team (max. 10 people) or $5/person. Register at the front desk in Office of Student Life, 366 MSC.

THURSDAY, FEB. 12

How to Live in Cubeville! 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm, Career Services, 278 MSCYour first professional job lands you in a cube. Simple steps on how to be a good office neighbor. No registration necessary.

Black Love III7:00, MSC Century Room CThis event will explore the dynamics of dating, commitment, and healthy relationships in the black community.

FRIDAY, FEB. 13Friday Night Movie: Best of Me 7:00 pm, MSC, SGA Chambers Amanda and Dawson were once high-school sweethearts. After 20 years, they have a bittersweet reunion when they return to their hometown for the funeral of a mutual, beloved friend. Amanda and Dawson soon discover that the forces that drove them apart when they were younger pose even more threats today. Based on the novel by Nicholas Sparks. PG-13. Snacks and refreshments are provided!

SATURDAY, FEB. 14Tiny Tritons: Valentine’s Day Crafts 10:00 am – 11:00 am, MSC Pilot House Bring your little ones tocreate some Valentine’sDay themed crafts!

Forever Alone Party

5:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Museum Room, Provincial House Single on Valentine’s Day? Not to worry! UPB has a fun filled night planned to spend with all your single friends! Who says you need a significant other to have fun on Valentine’s Day? We’ll have food, fun, and crafts. Can’t beat that!

MONDAY, FEB. 16Where’s Louie Medallion HuntVarious LocationsFind Louie! Each day check social media for clues to find the hidden medallion somewhere on the UMSL campus. Up to 3 clues daily. Follow @umslhomecoming and check facebook.com/umslhomecoming for clues!

Homecoming Information Booth10am – 2pm, MSC 2nd Floor RotundaWant to find out more about what’s happening during Homecoming Week? Need a schedule of events? Still haven’t purchased your Dinner & Dance tickets? Then stop by the Homecoming Information Booth to find all the answers to your questions.

Homecoming Kick Off12pm– 2pm ,MSC NoshJoin the Homecoming Steering Committee and your fellow Tritons as we kick off Homecoming with live music, free food, and great giveaways!

FRIDAY, FEB. 6Friday Night Movie: Dear White People

7:00 pm, MSC Century Room CA social satire that follows the stories of four black students at an Ivy League college where controversy breaks out over a popular but offensive black-face party thrown by white students. With tongue planted firmly in cheek, the film explores racial identity in acutely-not-post-racial America while weaving a universal story of forging one’s unique path in the world.

SATURDAY, FEB. 7Step Team Showcase3pm, Touhill$7 Advance; $10 Day of ShowAssociated Black Collegians annual event showcases high school and middle school step teams competing.

MONDAY, FEB. 9

Campus Community Forum Part III: From Marches to Millennials4:30, MSC Century Room A This panel discussion will explore the evolution of activism in St. Louis over the decades.

TUESDAY, FEB. 10Triton Tuesday 7:30 am – 7:00 pm, UMSL Triton Store 25% off UMSL Clothing and Gifts.

Lunch & Learn: Food for the Soul 12:30-1:30, MSC Century Room C What’s the difference between soul food and southern food? How did certain foods come to be identified as soul food? These questions and more will be explored and explained in UPB’s monthly series.

So You’re Thinking About Graduate School?

WEEK FOUR

TINYTRIT NSA P P R O V E D

WEEK FIVE SAVE THE DATE - HOMECOMING WEEK

More info online:homecoming.umsl.edu

#UMSLHC15

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Weeks of Welcome Website: www.umsl.edu/WOW

Facebook: UMSL New Student Programs UMSL Student Life UMSL Millennium Student Center UMSL ResLife

Twitter: @umslnewstudents #UMSLWOW @umslstudentlife

New Student Programs Office: Millennium Student Center 366newstudentprograms@umsl.edu314-516-5291

Student Life Office: Millennium Student Center 366studentactivities@umsl.edu 314-516-5291

Residence Life and Housing Office: C103 Provincial House umslreslife@umsl.edu314-516-6877

Student Affairs Offices Admissions (Undergraduate)Monday-Thursday 8am-7pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday 10am-2pm

Admissions (Graduate)Monday-Tuesday 8am-6pmWednesday-Friday 8am-5pmSaturday/Sunday Closed

Career ServicesMonday-Thursday 8am-5:30pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday/Sunday Closed

Cashier’s OfficeMonday-Thursday 8am-7pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday 10am-2pm

Financial AidMonday-Thursday 8am-7pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday 10am-2pm

Health, Wellness, Counseling, and Disability Access ServicesMonday-Thursday 8am-6pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday/Sunday Closed

International Student & Scholar ServicesMonday-Friday 8am-5pmSaturday/Sunday Closed

CONTACT US New Student ProgramsMonday-Thursday 8am-7pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday 10am-2pm

Office of Multicultural Student Services Monday-Thursday 8am-7pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday 10am-2pm

Registration and RecordsMonday-Thursday 8am-7pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday 10am-2pm

Student LifeMonday-Thursday 8am-7pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday 10am-2pm

Student Retention ServicesMonday-Thursday 8am-7pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday 10am-2pm

Welcome CenterMonday-Thursday 8am-7pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday 10am-2pm

Millennium Student Center ServicesMSC Building Hours8/1/241-8/24/14Monday-Thursday 7am-9pmFriday 7am-5pmSaturday (8/9 & 8/16) 10am-5pmSaturday (8/23) 9am-5pmSunday (8/24) Noon-7pmEffective 8/25/14Monday-Thursday 7am-11pmFriday 7am-5pmSaturday 10am-5pmSunday 1pm-9pmMSC Bridge closes 30 minutes after building

Triton Card Office (ID Cards)8/11-8/24Monday-Thursday 8am-7pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday 10am-2pm8/25-8/29Monday-Thursday 7:30am-7pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday Closed

Triton Store (UMSL Bookstore)Monday-Thursday 7:30am-7pmFriday 7:30am-5pmSaturday (8/9 & 8/16) 10am-2pmSaturday (8/23) 9am-5pmSunday (8/24) Noon-6pm

Food Service OperationsMonday-Friday Einstein Bros Bagels 7:30am-1pm The Nosh 10:30am-2pmSUBWAY 10am-4pm

US Bank 8am-5pmOn-Campus HousingResidential Life and Housing/Mansion Hill Office Monday-Friday 8am-7pmSaturday 10am-2pm

University Meadows (Office)Monday-Friday 8am-7pmSaturday 10am-2pmSunday 3pm-6pmOpen Saturday 8/9 from 11am-2pm

Advising OfficesCollege of Arts and SciencesCollege of Fine Arts and Communication Undecided Majors 303 Lucas Hall, 314-516-5501Monday-Thursday 8am-7pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday 10am-2pm*Walk in Appointments

College of Business Administration487 Social Sciences Building, 314-516-5888Monday-Wednesday 8am-7pmThursday-Friday 8am-5pmSaturday 10am-2pm*Walk in Appointments

College of Education 116 South Campus Classroom Building, 314-516-5937Monday-Thursday 8am-7pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday 10am-2pm*Appointments Preferred

Honors CollegeProvincial House, 314-516-5243Monday-Friday 8am-7pmSaturday/Sunday Closed*8am-5pm walk-ins accepted, appointment preferred*5pm-7pm appointments required

College of Nursing1st Floor, Nursing Admin. Building, 314-516-6066Monday-Thursday 8am-7pmFriday 8am-5pmSaturday 10am-2pm*Appointments Preferred

School of Social Work121 Bellerive Hall, 314-516-6385*By Appointment Only

UMSL/Washington University Joint Engineering Program 228 Benton Hall, 314-516-6800Monday-Friday 8am-5pmSaturday/Sunday Closed*Appointments Required

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What Can I Do With THAT Major?

2:00 pm – 2:30 pm, Career Services, 278 MSC Don’t wait until you graduate! Whether you are exploring your major options or determining what to do with your degree, discuss the questions you should be asking now to set yourself up for future success.No registration necessary.

Window Painting7pm , MSC Bridge & 2nd Floor RotundaStudent Organizations and Campus Departments can demonstrate their school spirit and help bring excitement and energy to Homecoming Week by participating in the window painting competition. Enjoy s’mores and other snacks while you complete your masterpiece! For more information about the competition and how to register, check out the Homecoming Spirit Packet. Sponsored by MSC Operations.

TUESDAY, FEB. 17Where’s Louie Medallion HuntVarious LocationsFind Louie! Each day check social media for clues to find the hidden medallion somewhere on the UMSL campus. Up to 3 clues daily. Follow @umslhomecoming and check facebook.com/umslhomecoming for clues!

Triton Spirit DayAll Day, Various Locations on CampusShow off that Triton Spirit! Be spotted wearing your UMSL gear by one of Louie’s helpers and you could win some amazing Homecoming Week prizes!

Homecoming Information Booth10am – 2pm, MSC 2nd Floor RotundaWant to find out more about what’s happening during Homecoming Week? Need a schedule of events? Still haven’t purchased your Dinner & Dance tickets? Then stop by the Homecoming Information Booth to find all the answers to your questions.

Homecoming Blood Drive10am – 3pm ,MSC Century RoomsThe annual Homecoming Blood Drive is a chance for Tritons to give back to their community. All blood donated goes to the Mississippi River Valley Regional

Blood Center (MVRBC), the exclusive provider of blood products and services to 87 hospitals in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri and Wisconsin.

Individuals and student organizations members are encouraged to participate.Students will sign in for all organizations they represent upon arrival. If you are unable to donate blood you can also donate canned goods. Five (5) canned goods are equal to one person. There will be a first, second, and third place for the organization which has the greatest number of people donate in both the RED and the GOLD category. BONUS – If a person donates both canned goods and blood they will count as two participants for their organizations.

For more information about participation in the Spirit Competition check out the Homecoming Spirit Packet.

Mardi Gras Celebration 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, MSC Nosh Join us for special Mardi Gras treats in the Nosh!

Lip Sync Competition7pm, JC Penney AuditoriumLipSync is a performance-based competition for any team or organization wishing to participate. Teams of up to ten will choreograph a dance and skit performance of up to 8 minutes. All king and queen candidates are required to participate. For specific details about the application and performance, please review the Homecoming Spirit Packet.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 18Where’s Louie Medallion HuntVarious LocationsFind Louie! Each day check social media for clues to find the hidden medallion somewhere on the UMSL campus. Up to 3 clues daily. Follow @umslhomecoming and check facebook.com/umslhomecoming for clues!

Homecoming Information Booth10am – 2pm, MSC 2nd Floor RotundaWant to find out more about what’s happening during Homecoming Week? Need a schedule of events? Still haven’t purchased your Dinner & Dance tickets? Then stop by the Homecoming Information Booth to find all the answers to your questions.

Chili Feed11:30 – 1:30pm , MSC Century RoomsIt’s the Homecoming Chili Feed! For only $5.00 you will have the opportunity to sample 5 chili recipes submitted and served by UMSL faculty and administrators in the Chili Contest. Vote for your favorite chili entry and the winner will be honored with the Golden Ladle Award.Tickets are available for purchase online at Sodexomyway.comAll proceeds benefit the Pagedale Family Support Center.

Dear Sir, Madam…To Whom It May Concern2:00 pm – 2:30 pm, Career Services, 278 MSCDoes anyone even read cover letters? What is different about a cover letter and my resume? Come to this session for advice!No registration necessary.

Big Man on Campus7pm , MSC Century RoomsBig Man on Campus is an annual event sponsored by the UMSL Panhellenic Council. Student groups are asked to sponsor one male UMSL student to compete in a series of events in order to be crowned the Big Man on Campus. The events consist of Penny Wars, Bucket Wars, and a Pageant.All money raised in conjunction with BMOC will be donated to Girls Inc.

THURSDAY, FEB. 19Where’s Louie Medallion HuntVarious LocationsFind Louie! Each day check social media for clues to find the hidden medallion somewhere on the UMSL campus. Up to 3 clues daily. Follow @umslhomecoming and check facebook.com/umslhomecoming for clues!

CanstructionAll Day, MSC Fireside LoungeCANstruction is the Homecoming philanthropy event. In this competition teams will collect cans ahead of time in order to build a structure reflecting the overall Homecoming theme. After Homecoming Week, the cans will be donated to Pagedale Family Support Center. Canstruction is open to all students and student groups.

TRADITIONAL EVENTSAND SAVE THE DATES

MLK DAY OF SERVICE January 19, 2015 A day on, not a day off! UMSL’s campus comes together to give back to the surrounding community!Sponsored by Students of Service

HOMECOMING WEEK

February 16-21, 2015 Homecoming is the tradition of welcoming back our alumni and engaging our current Tritons in celebration of their UMSL spirit. Check out the week of events and ways that you can become involved during Homecoming.

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MIRTH WEEKApril 2015 Celebrate an entire week of happiness during the last week of April! This week will feature events such as Leadership Awards Banquet, Last Lecture Series, our annual spring carnival, and will end with a fun filled concert. Be on the lookout to see who will be headlining our show this year!

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facebook.com/umslupb

TINY TRITONS-SPRING Tiny Tritons is a series presented by the Office of Student Life with our UMSL families in mind! With multiple programs throughout the year, these family-friendly programs are geared towards children PreK-5th Grade. Check out our site for event details! umsl.edu/go/tinytritons

Save the Date: 1/31, 2/14, 3/14, 4/11

UMSL Homecoming

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in the Men’s and Women’s category will receive a prize.The race is free for UMSL students and $25 for faculty, staff, and alumni with proceeds supporting the John Perry Scholarship. Registration fee includes race, breakfast, and giveaway items.

Homecoming Dinner & Dance6:30pm, Chase Park Plaza HotelIndividual and couples’ tickets may be purchased online at any time by visiting homecoming.umsl.edu

Individual, couple, and student organization/campus department tickets will be available in the Office of Student Life, 366 MSC.

The Office of Student Life is open Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm during the Winter Break. Please note the office will be closed from Thursday, December 25, 2014 – Friday, January 2, 2015 for the holidays. Tickets will also be available in the Millennium Student Center beginning Wednesday, January 21, 2015. Please check back for specific locations.

Tickets cost $30 per individual, $55 per couple, or $275 for a table of 10.

MONDAY, FEB. 23Long Distance Love 3:00 pm, MSC, SGA Chambers Have you ever been in a long distance relationship, currently experiencing one, or anticipate it happening in the future? Well here is your chance to have a passionate discussion about the pros and cons of long distance love. Come receive great advice about how to make long distance relationships work and see if long distance love could work for you! Sponsored by University Programming Board

TUESDAY, FEB. 24Getting Started: Navigating Your Job Search 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm, Career Services, 278 MSCWhat do you need to be aware of as you begin a job search? Let us help you get started! No registration necessary.

Homecoming Information Booth10am – 2pm, MSC 2nd Floor RotundaWant to find out more about what’s happening during Homecoming Week? Need a schedule of events? Still haven’t purchased your Dinner & Dance tickets? Then stop by the Homecoming Information Booth to find all the answers to your questions.

Chinese New Year Celebration 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, MSC Nosh Celebrate the Chinese New Year with us in the Nosh. We will have special Asian slaw and Egg Drop Soup available and, as always, Far East Fusion will have made-to-order stir fry.

Pack the Stands 5:30 pm, Mark Twain Gymnasium Cheer on the Tritons Women’s and Men’s Basketball teams as they take on the Quincy University Hawks at the 7th Annual Pack the Stands Spirit Game. Enjoy games, prizes, free food, giveaways, and a chance to win free tuition or books during our Shoot for Tuition and Textbook Shootout events.

FREE for UMSL Students, Faculty, and Staff with current UMSL ID. FREE for Alumni with Alumni Pass. $7 General Admission. Children under 6 – FREE.

FRIDAY, FEB. 20Homecoming CommunityService DayJoin the campus for a day of service for homecoming week. Service times will vary. For more information, check out UMSL Students of Service on TritonSync.

Where’s Louie Medallion HuntVarious LocationsFind Louie! Each day check social media for clues to find the hidden medallion somewhere on the UMSL campus. Up to 3 clues daily. Follow @umslhomecoming and check facebook.com/umslhomecoming for clues!

EVP Homecoming Service Projects8am – 5pm, Various LocationsCelebrate Homecoming by giving back to the community. The Homecoming Steering Committee and the Employee Volunteer Program are partnering to offer

some great opportunities for service to the St. Louis community. Volunteer for a few hours or all day – we’ll have projects that meet everyone’s needs.

Homecoming Information Booth10am – 2pm, MSC 2nd Floor RotundaWant to find out more about what’s happening during Homecoming Week? Need a schedule of events? Still haven’t purchased your Dinner & Dance tickets? Then stop by the Homecoming Information Booth to find all the answers to your questions.

UMSL Leaders & Luminaries6:30pm, Office of Student LifeLeaders and Luminaries is an annual celebration of student leadership at the University of Missouri – St. Louis. Former students who were involved in Student Government Association, Student Senate, University Program Board, Student Legislative Association, and the Associated Students of the University of Missouri are invited to join us for dinner, drinks, and a tour of the newly renovated Office of Student Life.

This event is invite only, and registration is required. Please contact the Office of Student Life 314-516-5291 for more information.

Friday Movie Event: The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part I7:00 pm, MSC, SGA Chambers There is a secret rebellion spreading throughout all of Panem -- a rebellion that will place Katniss Everdeen at the center of a plot to turn the tables on President Snow. PG-13. Snacks and refreshments are provided.

SATURDAY, FEB. 21Service SaturdayJoin UMSL Students of Service at the Frozen 5K on campus. Sign up to volunteer on TritonSync.

Homecoming Frozen 5K & Triton Trot 1-Mile Fun Run10am , MSCJoin us for the UMSL Frozen 5K and Triton Trot 1-Mile Fun Run around the North Campus. Race begins at 10am followed by hot chocolate reception and awards ceremony. The top two finishers

WEEK SIX

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 25

African American Identity Workshop3:00 pm, 107 Lucas HALLThis presentation will focus on little known African-American pioneers that have made contributions to the history of the United States.

Spanish Lake12:30-2:30, MSC Century Room CSpanish Lake is a bold and uncompromising documentary focused on economic oppression in the suburb of Spanish Lake, Missouri. Operating without a local government, the lack of community leadership has disastrous effects, including a mass exodus of the white population in the late 1990’s. The themes of the film parallel America’s growing political divide, underlying racism, and the rise of anti-government sentiment. Highlighted in the film is a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case from 1971, spearheaded by then HUD Secretary George Romney, which changed the course of public housing for the nation.

An Evening w/Sonia Sanchez & jessica Care Moore7:00, Lee TheaterPoet, lecturer, and activist Sonia Sanchez, along with poet, playwright, and activist jessica Care moore will discuss activism over time, nationally, and the role that the cultural arts and creativity play in our collective advancement. Tickets can be purchased at the Touhill.

Students-Free, Faculty/Staff-$5, General Admission-$7

THURSDAY, FEB. 26Do Your Homework Before Your Interview 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm, Career Services, 278 MSCAnswering questions is just one part of the interview process. What do you wear? What do you bring to the interview? We’ll cover what you need to know before your interview.

No registration necessary.

FRIDAY, FEB. 27Friday Night Movie: Horrible Bosses 2 7:00 pm, MSC Pilot House Tired of always answering to others, Nick (Jason Bateman), Dale (Charlie Day) and Kurt (Jason Sudeikis) go into business for themselves. After demonstrating the prototype for an invention called the Shower Buddy, they soon get involved with a shady investor and decide to kidnap him for ransom money. Rated R. Refreshments are provided. Come have some laughs!

SATURDAY, FEB. 28Experience St. Louis Chocolate Factory

10:30 am – 2:00 pm, Meet in Provincial House Didn’t get enough chocolate on Valentine’s Day? Come take a tour of a local chocolate factory! Sign up in the Office of Student Life. A refundable $5 deposit is required.

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