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eIssue No.2

Crandall University

September 22, 2011

This Happened

The Crandall University Student Association (CSA) has the incredible opportunity to be a sponsor family to two children! In 2009, a young man by the name of Francin Alexandre was sponsored. Francin lives in Haiti, and so in January of 2010, we were incredibly concerned as to whether or not Francin had made it through okay. In March of 2010, we received word that Francin and his home had been unharmed during the quake, but that much of Haiti struggled to get back on its feet after such a devastating event. Soon after this, Crandall adopted another child, this time a little girl by the name of Agenta Celestin.

Sponsorship is an amazing opportunity to bless people from all over the world and YOU have the chance to be involved! As a Crandall student, we want to encourage you to take part of this sponsorship by getting connected with Francin and Agenta. You can do this by writting letters or cards. We are unable to send anything other than paper, but never underestimate the power of a letter. You can even send blank colouring pages and stickers to Agenta (and Francin too, of course, though he’s a bit older than she is).

If you would like to write a letter to YOUR sponsor children, here’s how:- Write the letter, including any stickers or colouring pages or cards that you might want to add. - Write our sponsor number (Sponsor#:983842) and the child’s sponsor

number clearly on any and all pieces included with your mail. - Drop it off at the main office and ask for it to be put into Jen Fry’s mailbox

(Box 291)

Stay tuned for Francin’s and Agenta’s letters to YOU!

learn more on page 5!

Crandall Students, Meet Francin and Agenta by Jen Fry! (a.ka. 1ERA)

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SEIZE THE TERM

by Dr. Seth CrowellVP of Academic Affairs

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There’s an old Latin phrase of carpe diem which has been loosely translated as ‘seize the day.’ It is stated with the intent to call us to action and not let the time we presently have be squandered. After all, tomorrow never comes, right? Well, my article title is intended to build on this notion with regards to this fall term – seize it with all you’ve got. Whatever your year of study and whatever the program you hope to complete, this is the term to be seized.

For first year students, I’d recommend that you ‘seize’ this term by seeking balance. Often, as we start new experiences, we think it is all or nothing. For example, “I can’t read all this,” so I don’t read any of it. The university formula is, for every hour in each class, spend 2 extra hours on each course. Then, use your remaining time on friends, interests, extra-curricular. Seek balance! For those entering your second year be careful of complacency or what some call in sports the ‘sophomore slump.’ True there are some of you who might be back seeking some redemption from year one; your strategy needs to be the same as the first year students, but to those who came through the first year having done well take advantage of that experience and look for ways to push yourself a little harder as part of your seizing this term. Rest

assured your professors will be expecting more, so ‘seize the term’ and give them that extra.

To third year students, this term can feel odd because being half way through you are neither ‘fish or foul.’ You’re not a ‘frosh’ and you’re not a senior, but now is the time to really embrace your major(s) by doing more than just going to class and doing the assignments. Start by connecting more with your profs and discovering why they got so excited about studying their discipline. Let their interest for knowing rub off on you. As a senior student within a four-year program this term can represent the beginning of the end and therefore can be exciting and scary as the questions of “What next?” begin to be raised within your head. Seize the term by finishing with your best effort ever; remember you have never entered a university year as prepared as you are now. Take

the confidence gained from this fact, along with the passion received from your most intriguing courses, and embrace the “What next?” question as your next challenge to be conquered.

Some students this year will be working on a second or third degree, probably in Education, and I invite you to ‘seize the term’ as well. You have a more particular focus to your studies, but ‘seize the term’ by always embracing the opportunity to learn and to stretch yourself in all directions, maybe especially within those classes that seem to be less focused on your immediate goal. You’ll obviously be facing many such students in your future classes so model what you would want them to emulate.

Blessings to everyone, whatever your situation is this term. It is great to have you! Seize the term!!

Health is worth talking about, and if you’re 18 to 24 years old… we

want you to join our conversation.A total of 40 STUDENTS will be

invited to join us on Wednesday September 28, 2011 starting at 5 p.m.

for a conversation that matters.Dinner will be on us and the session

will wrap up at 8:30 p.m.Register online at www.nbhc.ca

Your perspective is important…please share it.

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MMW are an American three-piece experimental jazz band. I recently had the pleasure of seeing this band live, and they put on what was easily one of the best shows I’ve ever seen. The complicated melodies mixed with improvisational jamming was perfectly balanced and executed. The band is comprised of a keyboardist, a bass player and a drummer and though simple, this combination allows each member enough room to exhibit how talented they truly are without out-playing one another.

The band formed in 1991 and has since released a whole multitude of experimental albums. Listeners may find a lack of continuity between certain albums as some lie more within the realm of traditional jazz and others borrow heavy influence from genres spanning anywhere between funk and gospel.

As quirky as they may sound, MMW have what I like to call musical chops. There’s just something so impressive about a band that can free-form jam an unrehearsed melody for over ten minutes

and then –through well developed musical synergy – change the key flawlessly and commence a structured song with no obvious transition. I really can’t do these amazing musicians justice. A few songs which I recommend and believe truly exhibit their talent are: Professor Nohair, Junkyard, I Wanna Ride You and Smoke. Do yourself a favour and give them a listen; you’ll discover how truly odd jazz can be!

-Matt McGraw

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Crandall Students, Meet Francin and Agenta (con’t)

Francin lives in the rural community of Twoulijen, which is home to approximately 6,000 residents. Houses are typically constructed of cement and have corrugated iron roofs. The most commonly spoken language is Creole. Francin’s meals consist of mainly maize, beans, chicken, bread, and rice. A common health problem in the area is typhoid fever. Most adults in Twoulijen are unemployed, but some work on plantations and earn the equivalent of $56 per month.

Francin is in level 9 of high school in Haiti, which is the equivalent to ninth grade here in Canada. His academic performance is above average (go Francin go!). He enjoys soccer, singing and playing marbles. He attends church activities, choir, and camp regularly. When he is at home, Francin helps by carrying water, gathering firewood, and sewing. He lives with his father and mother. Both parents are sometimes employed as a farmer. He has 3 other siblings.

Agenta lives in a rural community called Capeine, where close to 2,000 people live. The typical house has wood floors, mud walls, and corrugated iron roofs. Creole is the most commonly spoken language. Agenta eats mainly maize, chicken, bread, and rice. The common health problems in her area are typhoid fever and malaria. Most adults are unemployed, but some work on plantations and earn about $20 per month.

Agenta is now in level 3 of primary school in Haiti, which is the equivalent of fourth grade here in Canada. Her academic performance is average. Agenta enjoys playing jacks, playing with dolls, and hide-and-seek. She attends church activities and camp regularly. She lives at home with her father and mother, and helps by carrying water, gathering firewood and running errands. She has one other sibling. Her parents are sometimes employed as farmers.

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The Student Success Centre exists to enhance the learning of the Crandall University community.  Free seminars and one-to-one appointments are offered to help students develop strong academic habits and life skills. Writing assistance is highlighted at the Centre, and students may meet with a trained writing consultant at any stage of the writing process.  To meet with a professional and friendly tutor or to learn more about the services offered, drop by the Student Success Centre, which is located in Murray Hall room 168, or e-mail jessica.grimes@crandallu.ca.

1. Opening

2. Devotional

a. Mitchell Smith

3. Approval of Agenda

4. Short Reports

a. Executive

b. Arts Senators

c. Science Senator

d. Social Science Senators

e. Education Senators

f. Athletic Liaison

g. On-Campus Liaison

h. Off-Campus Liaison

5. Club/Society Requests

a. Business Society

b. Science Society

c. Psychology Society

d. History Society

e. Justice League

6. Budgets/Funding Requests

a. Business Society

b. Alumni Softball

7. New Business

a. Society Funding Policy Proposal

b. Fundraising Committee

c. Zumba

8. Old Business

a. Constitution and Bylaw

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*Sept 22 @ 9:30 pm

That’s TONIGHT!!

The CSA will hold its first meeting this year!

If you’re a student here, this meeting is for you!

Only people with elected seats can vote, but you’re welcome to come sway the voters and have your voice heard! SH253

Here’s the deal..university students rarely have free time. They do, however, have priorities. Whether we admit it or not, how we spend our time is how we prioritize. If your day is full of reading, your GPA is quite likely your priority. On the other hand if Zelda and Tetris 2(best game ever!) happen to be on your frontline, your priority might be gaming. If by chance, you’d like to put the betterment of Crandall on that priority list, apply for a senate position. You can make a difference. Applications are found in front of the Student Council offices. Drop them off to Marilyn West in the main office by 5:30 Friday!

Issue No.2 is out and everything seems to be going well in forming the Crandall Beacon Staff!I’d like to welcome our two newest bi-weekly columnists Megan McNutt and Chris Zak. They will be starting next issue :) In addition to these two, we have many freelance writers and of course the veterans YAh! Matt McGraw! ( and hopefully some more of yas will get your forms in) For anyone who is interested in becoming Beacon Staff, we are still looking for people to commit to being bi-weekly columnists. Two positions I would really love to see filled are Athletics and Political. On that note

Congratulations Women’s Soccer! Two wins! Go CHARGERS!!!

That’s about all the info. I’ve got for you! Oh except these due dates for articles:

OCt.3

Oct.17

Oct.31

Nov.14

Nov.28

Dec.12

Yours Truly,Rachael Keetch

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