LEHIGH AFTER DARK

Lehigh University InSTALLment October / November 2016

Paint Art with APO Night Sat., 10/1, 9pm-12am, Williams Hall Garba Sat., 10/6, 8pm-12am, Lamberton Open Mic Night Sat., 10/22, 8pm-12am, Lamberton Rocky Horror Picture Show Fri., 10/28, 11pm-4am, Steel Stacks Open Mic Night Sat., 11/5, 8pm-12am, Lamberton Dance Marathon Sat., 11/12, 3pm-1am, Grace Hall Trivia Night (weekly) Thurs., 10pm-12am, Hawk’s Nest Taylor Gym Open Late (weekly) Fri., 10pm-2am, Taylor Gym

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NOT QUITE COMFORTABLE WITH THIS NEW ACADEMIC YEAR? You’re not alone. The first month of school can have its set of challenges. Perhaps living with a stranger in a tight space is no longer exciting or time management is now an issue. Some of you may begin to get run down (i.e. sick!) from lack of healthy eating and new sleep patterns while others may deal with homesickness and miss their friends and family. In fact, about a quarter of all undergraduate Lehigh students reported that making friends at Lehigh has been the most difficult personal/social adjustment (NCHA Spr, 16).

Try tapping into Lehigh’s existing resources to get the help you need. Talk with your Gryphon if you are having conflicts with your roommate. Seek out the Center for Academic Success to learn how to better manage your time and study more efficiently. Feed your body and mind with whole foods and/or create an individualized plan with Lehigh’s dietician. Lastly, get involved in clubs and organizations on campus to meet other like-minded students.

A MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT JOHN SIMON As the year progresses, I’d like you to remember one thing: you have a responsibility to yourself to do all you can for your own personal success. It is human nature to go through periods of difficulties as a result of transitions, financial concerns, academic anxiety, personal health issues, relationship problems, etc. It is your responsibility to seek out resources for yourself when you are in need, or for a friend or even a stranger, when they are in need. Getting into a rut and needing outside help is normal and completely okay, but you are responsible for seeking out the appropriate assistance. Even if you are not in a rut, it’s your responsibility to better your college experience. Say hello to a stranger and say goodbye to the Lehigh look-away. Take a class that interests you just because you can, even if it doesn’t meet any academic requirements. Go to office hours and connect with your professors even if you don’t need help. Your Lehigh experience is entirely in your hands, where you take it is up to you.

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The Good and Not So Good Things About Drinking This Halloween and Le-Laf season, if you choose to drink, please celebrate responsibly with these (protective behavioral) strategies:

Eat food before and while drinking Pace your consumption Stay hydrated--consume water before and while drinking Designate a non-drinking driver Choose your values by only drinking what is right for you Identify a plan for getting home safely Always have a friend with you

Being mindful of how your decisions around drinking can help you maximize the positive aspects and reduce some of the potentially not so fun aspects of alcohol. How you choose to drink is your choice, but making a plan ahead of time and thinking about what you want your drinking to look like can help you stay within your own limits.

Look for the signs of an alcohol overdose! If someone is exhibiting these signs, they need help immediately. Notify your Gryphon, LUPD at 610-758-4200 or dial 911. Don't be a bystander. If you see something, say something. Attend “Happy Hour!” a 5X10 (Inclusive Leadership) to learn more about the signs on 11/1, 4:30pm in UC 308.

Interested in gaining leadership experience? Want to help your peers stay safe and make healthy decisions? Apply on LINC. Mid Year Process for Spring 2017: Open application: 9/26-10/28 2017-2018 Gryphon Process: Open application: 10/31-12/2 Visit go.lehigh.edu/reslife

Health & Wellness Center Fri., 10/7, 1-4pm Goodman Stadium (front gate) Sat., 10/8, 11am-2pm STEPS Tue., 10/25, 11am-1pm Wed., 10/26, 3-5pm Lamberton Wed., 11/9, 3-5pm

Flu shots are $40. Payable by cash, check, or credit card. Covered by many major insurance plans.

FLU SHOTS AVAILABLE

KNOW THE SIGNS OF AN ALCOHOL OVERDOSE

COMING OUT DAY

October 11 is National Coming Out Day. Coming out for LGBTQ individuals takes many different forms, and is a lifelong process rather than a one-time decision. Visit the Pride Center in UC C212 to talk more.