The CeSIL Report for Wednesday, September 25

Lunchbox series

Looking for an interesting lunchtime experience? 
We welcome the return of the Lunch Box Art Talk! Thursday (9/26) is the first scheduled talk of the 2013-2014 academic year.   

Join Drawing and Painting Instructor Chuck Ott as he shares his and Rachel Guthrie's experiences visiting Minsk, Belarus this past June.

Place: Jewett Auditorium,

Time: Thursday Sept 26th, noon till 1pm

Highlights from the talk include:

• taking an art show of 15 Portland based artist to Minsk, (Jeff Badger, Jeff Bell, Mary Ledue Bell, Elizabeth Bieber, Michel Droge, Christian Farnsworth, Tracy Ginn, Thurston Howes, Hilary Irons, Megan Jones, Bessie Moulton, Kate Sibol, Anthony Tafuri, Rachel Guthrie and Chuck Ott)
• catching a performance of Swan Lake
• visiting the Khatyn Memorial Site
• wandering greater Minsk in search of authentic Belarus cuisine.

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Lunch & Transfer

Here’s another opportunity to learn during lunch ~ college transfer planning.

Place: Career & Transfer Services Office (113 Campus Center). 

Time: Wednesday, October 2^nd, noon till 1pm

The Career & Transfer Services Office is your free resource to help plan for your next steps, whether it be transferring to an advanced degree program or exploring career opportunities. If your plans include an advanced degree, there will be lots of schools visiting campus this Fall.

For more information, contact Sharon Banning (207) 741-5626   sbannon@smccme.edu

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  Life as Art

The SMCC Art Club is sponsoring Open Life Drawing Sessions. 
The sessions begin Sunday 9/29 in the Art Studio from 4 - 6:30pm. 

The drawing sessions will feature life models every Sunday from 
4 - 6:30pm until further notice (except for holiday weekends), alternating models regularly. 

Easels, boards, and drawing benches are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants should supply their own paper and materials. These sessions are free and open to all members of the SMCC community. 

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Video board down – check Student email, CeSIL report, Facebook

You may have notice a little bit of building activity in the middle of the Campus Center.  While the new bookstore is under construction, our Video Board display is out of commission. This handy visual reference is missed… but You don’t have to miss out on SMCC updates.

Between our weekly CeSIL Report, Facebook page and email updates, the Center for Student Involvement and Leadership will continue to keep you up-to-date on the latest happenings.

“Like” us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/cesil.smcc ) for the latest SMCC news and upcoming events.

The CeSIL Report for September 19

Today’s blog is all about the “C’s”. The “C” in CeSIL stands for Center and we’re sharing updates on campus events : Culture, Captain, Community, and Calendar

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 Hola Republica Dominicana: 

A Dominican Cultural Festival and Benefit Concert

On Friday, September 20^th, SMCC is the host venue for the several cultural events comprising:  Hola Republica Dominicana: A Dominican Cultural Festival and Benefit Concert

The proceeds from the family-friendly film, lecture and concert events will benefit scholarships for SMCC’s international and multi-cultural students as well as healthcare providers in the Dominican Republic. 

To encourage participation by the SMCC community, the Rotary Clubs organizing this festival have generously reduced ticket prices to $10 for SMCC faculty/staff and $5 for their children older than 12. SMCC students with valid IDs, and all children 12 and under will be admitted for FREE.

Discount tickets must be paid for in advance with cash or check.  They are available at the following locations:

·         Billing Office in the Campus Center

·         McKernan Center

·         President’s Office

·         Midcoast Campus reception desk in Orion Hall

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 Uncle CeSIL's Monthly Meet Up

Uncle CeSIL is in the house - the Captain’s House. Join The Center for Student Involvement and Leadership and fellow students on Tuesday, October 1^st, 12:30 – 2:00 p.m. in the Captain’s House for the Inaugural Uncle CeSIL's Monthly Meet Up.

Uncle CeSIL's Monthly Meet Up is a casual social event to find out what’s happening in the student activities community, meet involved people on campus, network, and enjoy some tasty snacks.

Visit our new hub of Student Activities– the Captain’s House, home of the Student Senate, The Beacon, Phi Theta Kappa, the Veterans Club and meeting space for many of our school clubs and organizations.

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Southern Maine Community College Blood Drive

The Red Cross Bus is returning to the South Portland Campus on Tuesday, October 1^st and Wednesday October 2^nd for the Southern Maine Community College Blood Drive.  The bus will be here 10:00a.m. – 4:00p.m. each day.

Every three seconds someone needs blood.  

60% of the US population is eligible to donate - only 5% do on a yearly basis. 

YOU can make a difference. 

Call the American Red Cross at 1-800-RED Cross to make an appointment.

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Student Activities and Events Calendar

Wondering what else is happening on campus?  Check out the Student Activities and Events Calendar on the Student Portal.  Click on the “Students” tab, click the “Student Life” tab (left navigation) and follow the link to the calendar. Student clubs and organizations have been providing updated meeting days and times. It’s a great time to find something new!

The CeSIL Report for September 12

This week’s edition is dedicated to the “L” in our title: Leadership. 

Democracy in Action – Student Senate Elections

With an audience representing over 20 student body representatives, club representatives and college staff, the SMCC Student Senate held its second meeting on Wednesday, 9/11. It was Election Day and students turned out to support the candidates running for the 2013-14 officer slate.

This year’s election was one like we haven’t seen in a while. Each of the five leader positions had two or more students in the running. It was an energetic way to start of the year with so many people interested in leadership roles!

We’d like to congratulate all students who participated in the process.

Your 2013-14 Student Senate Officers are:

President:  Dan Modifica

Vice President:  Alex West

Treasurer:  Leanna Shields

Public Relations Secretary:  Abby Baker

Recording Secretary:  Aaron Pierce

Look for interviews with Senate officers and other campus leaders to be added to the CeSIL Report in the coming weeks.

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Leading With Good Cheer

What does it take to be part of SMCC sports activities and root for our teams? You!  The Cheerleading Club is looking for students interested in being part of the Sea Wolves sports family.

The first Cheerleading Club is on Tuesday, September 17th @ 5pm in the conference room of HUB gymnasium.  All ages and abilities are welcome to join!

For more information contact:

Fitness and recreational coordinator

Yaritza Tejada : Yaritzatejada@live.com

Cheerleading club

Sarah Curley: sarah.ecurley@gmail.com or (207)-450-6685

Nichole Richard: nicholerichard71@yahoo.com or (207)- 530-0057

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How Far Will You Go to Realize Your Dream?

On Saturday, October 5^th, SMCC’s MidCoast Campus will screen the award winning documentary “The Boy Who Flies”. 

Following a dream, Canadian paraglider pilot Benjamin Jordan travels to Malawi to teach children the joys of kite flying. There he meets Godfrey, a young man who has always dreamed of flying though has never had the means.

The odd pair tour the country on bikes, building kites with youth while motivating them to follow their dreams. They are destined for Malawi's highest peak where, after weeks of ground training, the two will attempt to fly down and make Godfrey the first Malawian paraglider pilot.

http://theboywhoflies.com/

Director, Benjamin Jordan and Producer, Godfrey Masauli will be on hand to share their experiences and journey. The film is scheduled to screen at 1:30pm in the Hannaford Auditorium.

A day of activities is in the works – stay tuned for more information. 

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Volunteer and Mentoring Lunch

Representatives from the Greater Portland area are looking to partner with SMCC students in their programs. We will have guests from nine organizations including:
      Boys & Girls Club
      Portland Mentoring Alliance
      Big Brothers, Big Sisters

Come enjoy free food, drinks and learn about the opportunities in our community.

Wednesday, September 18th, 11:30am-1:30pm in the HUB classroom.

The CeSIL Report for September 6

This week’s edition is dedicated to the “I” in our title: Involvement. 

There are lots of ways for you to become involved and participate both on our campuses and in the local communities. We have over 30 active clubs and organizations. They are listed on your SMCC portal (click the “Students” tab, and select the “Campus Life” link on the left).

 This Friday (9/6), the Activities Committee will hold its first meeting of the semester. The committee plans large and smaller events, including the Welcome Back BBQ, the upcoming Halloween dance, Winterfest, and Springfest. If you would like more information, you are welcome to join the meeting Friday (3:30-4:30pm in the CeSIL office) or contact Kyle Snyder: activitiescommittee.cesil.smcc@gmail.com

Phi Theta Kappa (Alpha Chi Nu chapter) is continuing the Food Drive to collect non-perishable food items for our student food pantry .  Through Thursday, 9/12, you will receive an entry towards a gift card drawing.  (one entry per item, no limit to number of items) Local businesses, including Beal’s, Mr. Bagel, Pickett 158, Scratch Bakery and South Portland House of Pizza, have donated cards to help sponsor this food drive. Donations may be dropped off at the CeSIL office (SP Campus Center, Rm 105). For more information, contact Leanna Shields:  Leanna.Shields@yahoo.com

A dedicated team of volunteers have started a Book Drive in support of a new Veterans’ Library. The library will be housed in our new student facility, The Captain’s House. There is a high need for textbooks and school books. Your donation will be of great assistance to our veteran population. Drop off your book donations in the CeSIL office. For more information, contact Madelyn Holm
mholm@smccme.edu

Upcoming Events:

Multicultural and International Students Club
Monday, September 9th, 5-6pm in the Campus Center







Pastry Club 
Wednesday, September 11th, 2-3pm in the Bake Shop (Culinary Arts Building). Information session on joining the club. Contact Kevin Ouellette: kouelltte@gmail.com

Volunteer and Mentoring Lunch
Wednesday, September 18th, 11:30am-1:30pm in the HUB classroom.