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MONTHLY

NEWSLETTER

FOR ADULT

AND

COMMUTER

STUDENT

SERVICES

THE

UNIVERSITY

OF MEMPHIS

ADULT AND

COMMUTER

STUDENT

SERVICES Commuter

Connection

ISSUE 8 - VOL 3 - JAN/FEB 2012

INSIDE:

Adult Scholarship •P.2

The Spotlight • P.3

Valentine’s Day • P.4

Student Activities• P.6

A Healthy Challenge• P.8

Black History Month Celebrates Influential Women

Adult &

Connect:

COME VISIT US! RM 243 in the

University Center In the

Student Involvement Zone

Or call 901-678-

2995

The University of Memphis’ office of Multicultur-

al Affairs will inspire the community to observe

the history and culture of African American wom-

en during Black History Month.

2012 marks the centennial year of the university

and the 21st year the campus has held social and

educational activities in February to commemo-

rate African American history.

Linda Hall, a coordinator in Multicultural Af-

fairs, is excited about the theme and being able to

share the history of African American women

with the university.

“The national theme is “Black Women in Ameri-

can History and Culture,” Hall said. “We added

“Passionate, Powerful, and Proud” as a sub-theme

for the university. The university has a long lega-

cy of significant African American women and we

really wanted to showcase this.”

The Black History Month festivities will kick

off with an opening ceremony honoring the Life-

time Achievement Award recipient. This year’s

recipient is Dr. Rosie Phillips Bingham, vice pres-

ident of Student Affairs, a choice that was greatly

supported by the university’s student body.

“We thought it would be great to honor an Afri-

can American female from the ranks of the uni-

versity in our centennial year, “ Hall said.

“Students overwhelmingly voted for Dr. Bing-

ham. She is the first female African American

vice president in student affairs the university has

had in a 100 years. That is a milestone.”

As soon as the opening ceremony ends, one

Black History Month event rolls into another one

up until February 29.

Some event highlights include a student led

prayer breakfast, an “Evening with Debbie Allen”,

a three-part series on the controversial book and

movie “The Help”, several black Greek-letter or-

ganization led programs, and the “Freedom Ball”

hosted by the local chapter of the NAACP.

Each event will have a special emphasis on Afri-

can American women that represent the national

theme. Hall believes “An Evening with Debbie

Allen” is very reflective of this.

“If people were to describe [Debbie Allen], I

think they would describe her as passionate, pow-

erful, and proud, like our theme” Hall said. “Her

historic prominence on Broadway and her life

speaks to what culture is.”

Hall also believes each event will enrich indi-

viduals lives through learning. “I hope these

events are a teaching opportunity,” Hall said. “The

events are not just about entertaining, but educat-

ing the U of M and Memphis community about

contributions African Americans have made to

make us all better people.”

For a calendar of Black History Month events go

to http://www.memphis.edu/multiculturalaffairs/

PDF/black_history_month_calendar.pdf

Juggling work and family is no easy task, so imagine adding in a full-

load of college classes into the mix. As overwhelming as it sounds

our adult scholars learn to balance all of these tasks daily. They rec-

ognize that finding resources to help, like the adult scholarship, can

make a big difference in finding work-life balance and accomplishing

goals.

Dana Diggs, a third semester nursing student and recent adult schol-

arship recipient, believes receiving the scholarship has changed her

life in many ways.

“My goal was to become a registered nurse and get my bachelor’s

degree from the University of Memphis,” Diggs said. “Being in the

nursing program, they tell you working full time is not really an op-

tion. This was a challenge for me because I am a single mother with a

15-year old daughter. I really needed some financial help.”

In a bit of a bind, Diggs went to the scholarship office to see if there

were any scholarships for a young woman in her situation. She was

grateful to learn about the adult scholarship and quickly applied.

“I already had good grades so I knew I could qualify for some-

thing,” Diggs said. “When I told the scholarship office I was 36 years

old, they told me about the adult scholarship. I filled out the applica-

tion and I had to write an essay. Thank God they selected me to re-

ceive the scholarship.”

Like Diggs, adult students have the opportunity to apply for many

scholarships and grants to achieve their higher education goals. How-

ever, it’s important to take the initiative to apply for the assistance.

All one has to do is take the first step.

The Adult Scholarship application is now available and due March 1.

For a list of criteria and how to apply please visit the Adult and Com-

muter Student Services Adult Scholarship page at

http://www.memphis.edu/acss/scholarships.php or contact ACSS at

901-678-2995.

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JAN-FEB 2012

A Moment with the Director

2012 is Your Year

Contact Information: Joy Rogers Stout

Director of Adult and Commuter Student Services

Voice: 901-678-2644 E-mail:jstout@memphis.edu

ADULT AND COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES MISSION

The mission of the Adult & Commuter Student Services office is to provide a supportive environment for non-traditional and commuter stu-dents that promotes intellectual, social and academic growth and development through services and programs that foster lifelong learning.

THE ADULT SCHOLARSHIP: Making an Impact on Student Life

Welcome back! I hope your holi-

day season was filled with fun and

relaxation. As you move into a

new semester my advice to you is

to embrace new educational chal-

lenges and opportunities for

growth.

This issue of the Adult and

Commuter Connection reveals different ways to get in-

volved so you can continue to grow as a University of

Memphis dreamer, thinker and doer.

Grow culturally by taking time out to attend events for

Black History Month sponsored by Multicultural Af-

fairs. Special recognition will be given to Dr. Rosie

Phillips Bingham at this year’s opening ceremony.

Be inspired to grow in your educational endeavors by

reading our articles on the adult scholarship and our stu-

dent and faculty spotlights on top-notch Tigers.

Lastly, cultivate your personal goals by taking a look

at our “Healthy Challenge” article and our calendar of

events.

We had a wonderful time creating this issue of the e-

newsletter and we hope you enjoy it. We are happy to

continue to provide articles and information on events

that meet your lifestyle. If you have any suggestions,

please don’t hesitate to let us know.

In closing, thanks for reading our e-newsletter and

remember 2012 is your year to shine.

Sincerely,

Joy Stout

Dana Diggs pictured with other Adult Scholars first row left

HOME GAMES

<< Tiger statue standing tall

in the Alumni office.

Over the past five years Dr. Rajiv Grover,

Dean of the Fogelman College of Business

and the Sales and Marketing Chair of Excel-

lence, has made his mark on the University

of Memphis turning students into tomor-

row’s top business leaders.

Grover’s ability to instill discipline, integ-

rity, and fearlessness in his diverse student

body is no coincidence. Some individuals

are just groomed to lead.

“All of my education has shaped me into

what I am today,” Grover said. “My learning

experience was varied. I learned discipline

from my catholic school education and I

learned about organizational behavior while

pursing higher education.”

Grover obtained his high school, under-

graduate, and masters’ education in India

prior to coming to the United States to pur-

sue his doctoral degree. After working in

higher education and owning a business dur-

ing the dot-com era, Grover came to the Uni-

versity of Memphis with a strategy.

“When I came to the university, I put a lot

of what I learned about leadership into prac-

tice,” Grover said. “I wanted to incorporate a

holistic way of learning into the business

school’s curriculum.”

For Grover, a holistic view of learning is

about educating students on more than just

marketing or accounting techniques. It’s

about establishing merit and business eti-

quette in students through initiatives like

“The Fogelman Promise.”

“A leader [in the business world] should

have a realistic vision, be able to add value,

and govern based on merit and not just on

who your friends are,” Grover said. “The

Fogelman Promise” initiative is an oppor-

tunity for students to become more involved

in activities outside of the classroom and

learn those skills.”

Some of “The Fogelman Promise” pro-

grams include “Toastmasters” and “Student

Code of Professionalism.” Grover believes

these programs are important for students at

all levels including non-traditional students.

“It’s important that we give non-traditional

students the same opportunities to learn the

tricks of the trade in business as traditional

students,” Grover said. “Adult students

should really be proud of their accomplish-

ments and I want to find more ways to con-

nect with them.”

Whether you are an undergraduate busi-

ness student or a professional MBA student,

Grover wants every Fogelman scholar to be

business- ready. Just like Grover, students

can be groomed to lead.

“It’s about changing your mindset, having

vision, and creating your own playing field,”

Grover said. “Without those values, a leader

is pretty much useless.”

For more info on the Fogelman College of

Business visit http://www.memphis.edu/

THE FACULTY SPOTLIGHT

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THE STUDENT SPOTLIGHT Commuter student, future PR queen and

overall positive spirit are just a few words

that describe Vice President of the Com-

muter Student Association Carissa Child.

Yet, who is the young woman behind the

big smile? Let Carissa explain it all.

What brought you to the University of

Memphis? I knew Memphis would be great

for me because it was a state school and it

had a lot of programs to get involved with.

What are you studying at University of

Memphis and why did you choose to study

this? I'm studying journalism with a focus in

public relations. I decided to go with PR

because I think it's a good mix of creativity

and business. PR skills are very valuable no

matter what kind of business you go in to

because you'll always need to know how to

sell yourself and your company.

Why do you enjoy being a part of the

Commuter Student Association? I enjoy it

because it's a great way for commuter stu-

dents to get involved on campus. Commuter

students don't usually have the convenience

of being able to stay on campus late or be in

the know about campus events and CSA

provides that for them.

What other organizations are you a part

of? I'm a part of Up Til Dawn, the alumnae

chapter of my sorority, Sigma Kappa, and I

am the ideas and issues chairman for Student

Activities Committee (SAC).

What are some challenges to being a com-

muter student at University of Memphis?

For me the biggest challenge was finding

something to do on campus when I had

down time. Just sitting in the UC is only

tolerable for so long. Also, so many events

are programmed at night and that can be

difficult for commuter students because of

the huge time gap between classes and the

events.

How can commuters become more in-

volved on campus? Being involved is im-

portant to having the full college experience.

Try out different registered student organiza-

tions to see which one is the best fit for you.

When you find one you like, stick with it and

find a way to work it into your schedule.

What are you plans for the future? I try to

live life in the present and not think about

the future too much. But I would like to be a

PR practitioner and get married and start a

family within the next 5-10 years.

Overall, what’s your motivation? What

keeps you going? Positive thinking keeps

my spirits up and keeps me going. Having a

bad attitude slows you down and depletes

motivation. I used to be bad about procrasti-

nating but having confidence in myself

makes me want to get things done. I'm still

working on this all the time!

Carissa Child, Junior in Journalism

Dr. Rajiv Grover

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JAN-FEB 2012

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JAN-FEB 2012

on a Budget

Having a great time on Valentine’s Day, doesn’t mean you have to break the bank. Whether you

are single or coupled up, here a few tips on how to enjoy the holiday without going broke.

<< Books or Magazines: Giving some-

one a book or magazines says you

appreciate their interests .

<< Movies: Give the gift of the movies

and make it a romantic movie night.

<< A Romantic Mixed CD: Remember the

time you had your first date and your favorite

song played on the radio. Well add it to a cd

along with other songs that remind you of

your loved one.

<< Games: Game Night is always fun so

why not buy that special someone their fa-

vorite game and then spend a little time

playing together.

<< Baked Goods: Be sweet and give some-

one a sugary treat. Baking is also a fun

activity to do with friends.

<< Paint a Picture: A simple arts and

crafts project from the heart can mean

a lot and let someone know you took

time to create something for them.

Happy Birthday University of Memphis! On January 18, proud University of Memphis students gathered in the

atrium of the university center to celebrate the school’s centennial year.

Vice President of Student Affairs Dr. Rosie Phillips Bingham, Univer-

sity President Dr. Shirley Raines and SGA President Tyler DeWitt, were

all in attendance to celebrate the occasion. After a few brief speeches,

the party kicked off with the cutting of a large birthday cake that took

several hours to create.

To further celebrate the festivities students were encouraged to have

cake, visit the photo booth and dance. 2012 is definitely a great year to

be a University of Memphis Tiger!

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JAN-FEB 2012

06 ADULT AND COMMUTER CONNECTION

JAN-FEB 2012

Be a part of the

Commuter Student

Association (CSA)

Visit: memphis.edu/commuterstudents

Upcoming Events

Game Night Feb. 7, UC 308

4pm-6pm

Bake Sale Feb 7, UC Atrium

10am-1pm

Tiger Watch Party Feb 8, UC 320

5:30pm

Visit: memphis.edu/adultstudents

Upcoming Events

Tiger Watch Party Feb 8, UC 320

5:30pm

Bake Sale Feb 7, UC Atrium

10am-1pm

Be a part of the

Adult Student

Association (ASA)

The Adult and Commuter Student Services will be hosting its annual Off-Campus Housing Information Fair on March 21, 2012 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the Uni-versity Center Ballroom. This FREE event is open to all students, faculty, and staff who want to obtain information about various housing options in the communi-ty. Stop by to learn more about local apartment communities and how off-campus living just may be right for you! For more info become a fan of our Facebook page, Univ. of Memphis Housing Fair or visit www.memphis.edu/acss.

<< It’s exciting to witness the energy and

excitement surrounding being 100 years

old. ~ Courtney, Staff, pictured far right

<< It makes me feel special like I am

part of something big. Plus it gives us a

reason to have cake. It’s delicious!

~Henry, Junior, Philosophy

<< I’ve been a student for 24 years on and off and I’m still

excited to be here. To celebrating being a student here

during the centennial year is just a special treat.

~Lisa Miller, Grad Student, Biology and Neuroscience

BE HEARD << Why are you excited about being a Mem-

phis Tiger during their centennial year?

We Ask, You Answer.

AROUND CAMPUS: SAC SUPER BOWL PARTY: FEB 5 at 5:00 p.m. in UC Theatre TIGER BASKETBALL WATCH PARTY: FEB 8 at 5:30 p.m. in the UC Ballroom SAC CINEMA– GREASE: FEB 10 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00pm in UC Theatre

KING OF HEARTS BALL: FEB 14 at 8:14 -10:30 p.m. in the Rose Theatre Atrium WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIVE: FEB 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the UC River Room SAC CINEMA– PUSS IN BOOTS: FEB 17 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. in UC Theatre

SAC CINEMA– THE HELP: FEB 24 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. in UC Theatre DATING DOCTOR DAVID COLEMAN: FEB 28 at 8:00p.m. in UC Theatre

HOME GAMES

07 ADULT AND COMMUTER CONNECTION

JAN-FEB 2012

FEB 11 Men's Basketball

UAB

7:00 PM

FedExForum

FEB 12 Women's Basketball

Houston

2:00 PM

Memphis, Tenn.

FEB 18 Men's Basketball

UTEP

12:00 PM

FedExForum

Women's Tennis

Middle Tennessee State

5:00 PM

Memphis, TN

Women's Tennis

Tennessee-Martin

8:30 PM

Memphis, TN

FEB 22 Men's Basketball

East Carolina

7:00 PM

FedExForum

FEB 23 Women's Basketball

UAB

7:00 PM

Memphis, Tenn.

FEB 26 Women's Basketball

Tulsa

2:00 PM

Memphis, Tenn.

Baseball

Kennesaw State

1:00 PM

Memphis, Tenn.

(FedExPark) FEB 28 Men's Basketball

UCF

8:00 PM

FedExForum

Student Health Center Hours Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays: 8am - 6:00pm & Tuesdays from 9am - 6:00pm

Recreation Center Hours Monday– Thursday: 6:30am- 10:30pm

Friday 6:30am-9:30pm Saturday 9am-6pm and Sunday 1pm-6pm

LOVE AND RELATIONSHIPS:

Abusive Relationship Awareness

Follow the event on

Twitter using

#umrespect

U of M Wind Ensemble Feb 10 at 5:00p.m. in Rose Theatre Dorian Leljak, Piano Feb 11 at 7:30p.m. in the Harris Concert Hall Memphis Brass Quintet Feb 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the Harris Concert Hall The Phantom of the Opera Feb 16-18 at 7:30p.m. in Theatre Building-3475 Central Ave. Feb 19 at 2:00p.m. in Theatre Building-3475 Central Ave. Feb 22-25 at 7:30p.m. in Theatre Building– 3475 Central Ave. The Art Museum at University of Memphis Visit Mon-Sat from 9:00a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to view various on-going collections and exhibits

Fine Arts Events:

Sign up to bring your

dish at the front desk

of ACSS or CLICK

HERE

What would you like to see featured in the

Adult & Commuter Connection?

Contact the editor Chandra Towler by

e-mailing her at:

acss@memphis.edu

Thanks to everyone who came

out to the ACSS Chili and Soup

Social. We hope you enjoyed

the food, fun, and fellowship.

For a list of other future ACSS

events visit our website at

www.memphis.edu/acss

CONTACT AND GENERAL INFORMATION The Adult and Commuter Student Services office is located on The University of Memphis campus in the University Center RM 243. Our regular hours

are 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday. If you need after hours help, please call us to make arrange-

ments. We welcome comments, questions, or suggestions. We can be reached by phone at 901-678-2644 during our regular business hours or after hours

leave us a message on voice mail. You may also reach us through e-mail at acss@memphis.edu.

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JAN-FEB 2012

A Healthy Challenge

ADULT & COMMUTER STUDENT SERVICES

If you received an e-mail inviting you to join Pinnacle, congratulations!

Don’t forget to turn in your registration by Feb. 24.

All new members of Pinnacle will be inducted during a ceremony on

Friday, April 13, 2012.

Pinnacle Honor Society

We all say it. This year, I am going to stick to my diet and be a healthier me! Yet,

by February many of us have fallen off of the health kick wagon due to varied

reasons. This year challenge yourself to keep your health goals and follow these

quick tips for staying healthy while balancing a hectic college schedule.

Walk around campus. Walking to your

classes can burn several calories. Keep a pe-

dometer with you to keep count of how many

steps you’ve taken and calories you’ve

burned.

Find a workout buddy. Working out with

friends can make the dreaded workout a more

exciting experience. A workout buddy is also

great for motivating you to stay with your

workout routine.

Make better food choices. Taco Bell, Burg-

er King, and Dunkin Donuts are all places to

eat on campus that may seem unhealthy. How-

ever, they also offer a few healthy choices. So

before you order three nacho supremes, ask

for the restaurant’s nutrition facts.

Be creative with your workout. Some-

times there is just not enough time to hit the

gym, but this doesn’t mean your workout has

to suffer. Find exercises that use your own

body weight that can be done anywhere.

Jumping Jacks and crunches are a good start.

Plan Ahead. With a jammed packed school

schedule it’s easy to make an excuse not to go

to the gym. Make a schedule in advance and

avoid going home before you hit the gym so

you won’t be tempted to stay home and

hangout after a long day.

Get a Trainer. The U of M offers fit tests

and personal training sessions to students. For

a nominal fee, a trainer will give find a fitness

plan that works for you and give you essential

tips to reach your health goals.

Join a team. The U of M has several intra-

mural sports throughout the year students can

sign up for. Take advantage of the opportunity

to exercise and bond with other students. For

info go to http://www.memphis.edu/

intramural/

Take the Memphis Healthy U Pledge. Now that you have a few tips on how to stay

healthier, take the Memphis Healthy U pledge

to ensure you keep the health goals. This

pledge says you will commit to moving more,

eating healthier, and being tobacco free. A list

of Memphis Healthy U activities for February

are listed below. To get more details about

healthy programs like Tigers Feel Great visit

https://saweb.memphis.edu/events/tfg

Sources: http://blog.studentadvisor.com/StudentAdvisor-Blog/bid/55367/12-College-

Workout-Survival-Tips-for-Getting-Back-in-Shape http://www.bestuniversities.com/blog/2011/simple-ways-to-stay-fit-in-college/

MEMPHIS HEALTHY U

Just 4 You $5 Monday Lunches Feb. 6– 11:00am-2:00pm

Richardson Towers

Desk to 5k Feb 7 11:30am-1pm

Track and Field House

Wellness Seminar– Cooking

Demo Feb 9 11:30am-12:15pm

UC 308

Wellness Seminar– Being Heart

Healthy Feb 16 11:30am-12:15pm

UC 308

Wellness Seminar– Metabolic

Syndrome Feb 16 11:30am-12:15pm

Love and Relationships

Tuesday February 14 9:40am-

11:05am, UC342

Leasing Seminar:

Understanding Leasing

Agreements

Wednesday March 14 10:20am

-11:15am, UC342

Off-Campus Housing Fair

Wednesday March 21

9:00am-2:00pm,

UC Ballroom