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Spring 2020 Engagement Point Calendar

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For activities or events that show more than one Pfeiffer Life icon, you choose which category you’d like your point to count toward.

Also, some activities or events are worth more than one point!

And some activities or events require that you attend a series of experiences in order to earn one point.

Specifics like these will be clarified in the description.

Questions about how Pfeiffer LIfe works? Click here for the Q&A page!

For activities or events that show more than one Pfeiffer Life icon,you choose which category you’d like your point to count toward.




Questions about how Pfeiffer LIfe works? Click here for the Q&A page!

For activities or events that show more than one Pfeiffer Life icon,you choose which category you’d like your point to count toward.




Questions about how Pfeiffer Life works? Click here for the Q&A page!

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There’s a lot to choose from already, but there’s also a lot more to come, so check back regularly!

There’s a lot to choose from already, but there’s also a lot more to come, so check back regularly!

Every Monday 10:00 am Mindfulness and MeditationMindfulness and Meditation is an opportunity for students to break away from the busyness of college life andpause and breathe. It is open to people of all faiths, creeds, backgrounds, etc. People with no experience are welcome and encouraged to join! Come and discover the power of meditation to help you relax and find inner peace. Located in Chapel 105. Attend three Mindfulness and Mediation sessions to attain an engagement point towards your Pfeiffer Life Mental, Physical & Spiritual Wellness badge.

Every Wednesday 10:00 am – 11:00 am ChapelAs an interbelief and ecumencial community, Pfeiffer Chapel is designed as a sacred space for students to explore and develop their beliefs and values through worship, conversation, and experiential learning. Throughout the year students will engage in traditional, contemporary, and fresh expressions of worship as well as deliberate discussions about their beliefs and values in the context of their local and global communities. These opportunities allow for students to build community and engage religion and spirituality in innovative and meaningful ways. Students can earn a Pfeiffer Life engagement point by attending three chapel services and submitting one reflection which touches on key elements of each service.

Every Thursday 7:00 pm CAP (Catholics at Pfeiffer)Students, faculty, and staff gather to learn about the Catholic faith. Each week, we focus on one of the saints and the lessons that can be learned from their lives. When the Catholic priest is in attendance, we play, “Stump the Priest,” where participants can ask him their toughest questions! Participants are given rosariesand one decade is recited. Students can earn a Pfeiffer Life engagement point by attending three and completing a reflection. Located in the Learning Center (1/2 floor up from the cafeteria.)

Friday Mornings 10:00 am – 11:00 am LEAD CafeLEAD (Leadership Exploration and Discovery) Café workshops provide opportunities for students to engage in interactive projects and conversations about topics in Servant Leadership. Students may earn Pfeiffer Life credit in the areas of Servant Leadership and Global and Cultural Awareness; though some sessions will allow for other categories as well depending on the topic area. For more information please visit http://serve.pfeiffer.edu. Located in the Stokes leadership lounge (room 215).

1/13/19 9:30 am - 1:30 pm Community Table Meal Service Volunteers will work together to cook and serve a meal for up to 100 low-income residents of Stanly County. Because of kitchen space, this event is limited to 20 volunteers. Volunteers will have the opportunity to eat alongside clients. Meet in the Leadership Lounge. Please visit http://serve.pfeiffer.edu to check for updates and to register for this event.

Every Monday 10:00 am Mindfulness and MeditationMindfulness and Meditation is an opportunity for students to break away from the busyness of college life andpause and breathe. It is open to people of all faiths, creeds, backgrounds, etc. People with no experience are welcome and encouraged to join! Come and discover the power of meditation to help you relax and find inner peace. Located in Chapel 105. Attend three Mindfulness and Mediation sessions to attain an engagement point towards your Pfeiffer Life Mental, Physical & Spiritual Wellness badge.


Every Thursday 7:00 pm CAP (Catholics at Pfeiffer)Come enjoy dinner with us while students, faculty, and staff gather to learn about the Catholic faith. Each week, we focus on one of the saints and the lessons that can be learned from their lives. When the Catholic priest is in attendance, we play “Stump the Priest,” where participants can ask him their toughest questions! Participants are given rosaries and one decade is recited. Located in the cafeteria.


1/13/19 9:30 am - 1:30 pm Community Table Meal Service Volunteers will work together to cook and serve a meal for up to 100 low-income residents of Stanly County. Because of kitchen space, this event is limited to 20 volunteers. Volunteers will have the opportunity to eat alongside clients. Meet in the Leadership Lounge. Please visit http://serve.pfeiffer.edu to check for updates and to register for this event.

1/14/20 7:00-9:00pm Democratic Candidate Debate

Join Dr. Tom Hyde in Stokes Student Center from 7:00-9:00pm to view and discuss the democratic candidate debate.

1/15/20 10:00am Intersections: Who's Among the Called?

What does Jesus, Gautama Buddha, and/or Muhammad say about the stranger? Do our places of worship condone acts of war? How should we care for others and the world around us in light of our beliefs and values? Come find out at Intersections, a new form of chapel that explores the crossroads between faith and learning. While not a typical worship service, Intersections encourages students to critically think about their beliefs and values as they relate to contemporary issues in our world and local communities. This spring Intersections will explore topics of voting rights, bad theology, immigration, vocational discernment, and food insecurity among others.

1/17/20 6:00pm Spring Arbor of Albemarle : Acapella Event

The Pfeiffer University singing group will perform for the residents. Located at 315 Park Ridge Rd, Albemarle, NC 28001

1/18/20 9:00am-2:00pm Help build a house!

Come help the Habitat for Humanity Chapter build a house, no experience needed.

1/22/20 10:00am Intersections: A letter to a Birmingham jailWhat does Jesus, Gautama Buddha, and/or Muhammad say about the stranger? Do our places of worship condone acts of war? How should we care for others and the world around us in light of our beliefs and values? Come find out at Intersections, a new form of chapel that explores the crossroads between faith and learning. While not a typical worship service, Intersections encourages students to critically think about their beliefs and values as they relate to contemporary issues in our world and local communities. This spring Intersections will explore topics of voting rights, bad theology, immigration, vocational discernment, and food insecurity among others.

1/24/20 6:00pm Spring Arbor of Albemarle: Snow storms in a jar Help the residents of Spring Arbor create "Snow storms in a jar"315 Parkridge Rd. Albemarle , NC, 28001


Come help the Habitat for Humanity Chapter build a house, no experience needed.

1/29/20 10:00am Intersections: Vocational DiscernmentWhat does Jesus, Gautama Buddha, and/or Muhammad say about the stranger? Do our places of worship condone acts of war? How should we care for others and the world around us in light of our beliefs and values? Come find out at Intersections, a new form of chapel that explores the crossroads between faith and learning. While not a typical worship service, Intersections encourages students to critically think about their beliefs and values as they relate to contemporary issues in our world and local communities. This spring Intersections will explore topics of voting rights, bad theology, immigration, vocational discernment, and food insecurity among others

1/31/20 6:00pm Spring Arbor of Albemarle : Let's build a snowman

The residents will build a snowman. Located at 315 Park Ridge Rd, Albemarle, NC 28001

1/29/19 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Resume WorkshopLet’s build your professional resume! Bring what you have so far, or even if you don’t have anything, come anyway.Each attendee will receive a resume building handbook. Be sure to bring a penci, pen or computer if you prefer. Located in the Stokes Community Room.

1/31/19 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm HEARTHHearth is a gathering for dinner and conversation in the home of Maegan Habich, University Chaplain. Questions are prepared to spark meaningful conversation. The conversation happens in small groups that are facilitated by students who open, lightly guide, and close when an hour has passed. The questions themselves are not limited to religious or spiritual topics and generally lead to bigger discussions, which we welcome wholeheartedly!

Every Monday 10:00 am Mindfulness and MeditationMindfulness and Meditation is an opportunity for students to break away from the busyness of college life and pause and breathe. It is open to people of all faiths, creeds, backgrounds, etc. People with no experience are welcome and encouraged to join! Come and discover the power of meditation to help you relax and find inner peace. Located in Chapel 105. Attend three Mindfulness and Mediation sessions to attain an engagement point towards your Pfeiffer Life Mental, Physical & Spiritual Wellness badge.


Every Thursday 7:00 pm CAP (Catholics at Pfeiffer)Students, faculty, and staff gather to learn about the Catholic faith. Each week, we focus on one of the saints and the lessons that can be learned from their lives. When the Catholic priest is in attendance, we play, “Stump the Priest,” where participants can ask him their toughest questions! Participants are given rosaries and one decade is recited. Students can earn a Pfeiffer Life engagement point by attending three and completing a reflection. Located in the Learning Center (1/2 floor up from the cafeteria.)


2/2/19 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm STEAM Winter Wonderland Students will work together in teams to create a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math) activity for youth ages K-5. Located in the library. Contact Laura Lowder for more information.

2/4/19 10:00 am – 11:00 am Resume WorkshopLet’s build your professional resume! Bring what you have so far, or even if you don’t have anything, come anyway.Each attendee will receive a resume building handbook. Be sure to bring a penci, pen or computer if you prefer. Located in the Stokes Community Room.



Every Thursday 7:00 pm CAP (Catholics at Pfeiffer)Come enjoy dinner with us while students, faculty, and staff gather to learn about the Catholic faith. Each week, we focus on one of the saints and the lessons that can be learned from their lives. When the Catholic priest is in attendance, we play, “Stump the Priest,” where participants can ask him their toughest questions! Participants are given rosaries and one decade is recited. Located in the cafeteria.


2/2/19 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm STEAM Winter Wonderland Students will work together in teams to create a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math) activity for youth ages K-5. Located in the library. Contact Laura Lowder for more information.


2/2/20 6:00pm Super Bowl Party

Join us for a super bowl party in stokes lounge!

2/5/20 10:00am Intersections: Professor Joe JudgeWhat does Jesus, Gautama Buddha, and/or Muhammad say about the stranger? Do our places of worship condone acts of war? How should we care for others and the world around us in light of our beliefs and values? Come find out at Intersections, a new form of chapel that explores the crossroads between faith and learning. While not a typical worship service, Intersections encourages students to critically think about their beliefs and values as they relate to contemporary issues in our world and local communities. This spring Intersections will explore topics of voting rights, bad theology, immigration, vocational discernment, and food insecurity among others.

2/7/20 8:00pm Wine and Design

Join us in the community room at 8pm for wine and design.


Come help the Habitat for Humanity chapter build a house, no experience needed.

2/12/20 10:00am Intersections: ImmigrationWhat does Jesus, Gautama Buddha, and/or Muhammad say about the stranger? Do our places of worship condone acts of war? How should we care for others and the world around us in light of our beliefs and values? Come find out at Intersections, a new form of chapel that explores the crossroads between faith and learning. While not a typical worship service, Intersections encourages students to critically think about their beliefs and values as they relate to contemporary issues in our world and local communities. This spring Intersections will explore topics of voting rights, bad theology, immigration, vocational discernment, and food insecurity among others.

2/14/20 6:00pm Spring Arbor of Albemarle : Candy Filled Love Letters

The residents will create love letters for a friend. Located at 315 Park Ridge Rd, Albemarle, NC 28001

2/14/20 8:00-10:00pm Mr. Pfeiffer Pagent

SACC is hosting the very first Mr. Pfeiffer pagent in Merner gym from 8:00-10:00pm. Come watch your classmates compete for the title of Mr. Pfeiffer.

2/21/20 6:00pm Spring Arbor of Albmarle: Tissue paper flowers

Spring time is near! Residents will create flowers made from tissue paper and pipe cleaners.315 Parkridge Rd. Albemarle, NC, 28001

2/19/20 10:00am Intersections: Voting Rights What does Jesus, Gautama Buddha, and/or Muhammad say about the stranger? Do our places of worship condone acts of war? How should we care for others and the world around us in light of our beliefs and values? Come find out at Intersections, a new form of chapel that explores the crossroads between faith and learning. While not a typical worship service, Intersections encourages students to critically think about their beliefs and values as they relate to contemporary issues in our world and local communities. This spring Intersections will explore topics of voting rights, bad theology, immigration, vocational discernment, and food insecurity among others.


Come help the Habitat for Humanity chapter build a house, no experience needed.

2/26/20 10:00am Intersections: Trauma and TheologyWhat does Jesus, Gautama Buddha, and/or Muhammad say about the stranger? Do our places of worship condone acts of war? How should we care for others and the world around us in light of our beliefs and values? Come find out at Intersections, a new form of chapel that explores the crossroads between faith and learning. While not a typical worship service, Intersections encourages students to critically think about their beliefs and values as they relate to contemporary issues in our world and local communities. This spring Intersections will explore topics of voting rights, bad theology, immigration, vocational discernment, and food insecurity among others.




Every Thursday 7:00 pm CAP (Catholics at Pfeiffer)Students, faculty, and staff gather to learn about the Catholic faith. Each week, we focus on one of the saints and the lessons that can be learned from their lives. When the Catholic priest is in attendance, we play, “Stump the Priest,” where participants can ask him their toughest questions! Participants are given rosaries and one decade is recited. Students can earn a Pfeiffer Life engagement point by attending three andcompleting a reflection. Located in the Learning Center (1/2 floor up from the cafeteria.)



3/8/19 7:00 pm Perspectives Film Series The Perspectives Film Series gives students the opportunity to watch award winning films about race, gender, faith, and culture. After the film, students participate in a round-table discussion about the social justice issue being addressed. Students may earn Pfeiffer Life Credit by attending the event, participating in small-group discussion after the movie, and completing a written reflection.

Every Wednesday 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Hunger Relief Garden Work in the hunger relief garden and greenhouse to plant and harvest vegetables and produce for delivery to local hunger relief agencies. Please visit http://serve.pfeiffer.edu for information.

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Every Thursday 7:00 pm CAP (Catholics at Pfeiffer)Students, faculty, and staff gather to learn about the Catholic faith. Each week, we focus on one of the saints and the lessons that can be learned from their lives. When the Catholic priest is in attendance, we play, “Stump the Priest,” where participants can ask him their toughest questions! Participants are given rosaries and one decade is recited. Students can earn a Pfeiffer Life engagement point by attending three andcompleting a reflection. Located in the Learning Center (1/2 floor up from the cafeteria.)

Friday Mornings 10:00 am – 11:00 am LEAD CafeLEAD (Leadership Exploration and Discovery) Cafe workshops provide opportunities for students to engage in interactive projects and conversations about topics in Servant Leadership. Students may earn Pfeiffer Life credit in the areas of Servant Leadership and Global and Cultural Awareness; though some sessions will allow for other categories as well depending on the topic area. For more information please visit http://serve.pfeiffer.edu. Located in the Stokes leadership lounge (rm 215).




Every Saturday 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Habitat for Humanity Students will work together to build a home for a family in need in our community. No experience is necessary. Volunteers will receive lunch. Please visit http://serve.pfeiffer.edu to check for updates and register.

2/23/19 11:30 am – 2:30 pm Rise Against Hunger Help pack bags of food for people living in developing nations. We will be departing from the Leadership Lounge at 11:30 am and returning at 2:30 Please eat lunch before you come. Visit http://serve.pfeiffer.edu to check for updates and register.

2/26/19 4:15 pm – 5:00 pm Education Alumnus Guest Speaker Ms. Miracle Campbell, a classroom teacher from Troutman Elementary School, will share about her transition from a student at Pfeiffer University to a professional educator. She'll share exciting things she does with her students as well as examples of her contributions to her school, classroom, and grade team as a young teacher-leader. Refreshments provided! Sponsored by The Grigg Scholar Program and the Division of Education. Located in the library, classroom 306. Contact: Dr. Laura Lowder, [email protected]

2/21/19 9:30 am – 1:00 pm Pfeiffer Health FairThe senior nursing students will be holding a health fair for students, faculty, and staff. Participants can drop-induring those times for health education on topics like smoking, vaping, human trafficking, car seats, etc. Located in the Stokes Lounge.

3/18/19 4:00 pm Disaster SimulationThe senior nursing students will be triaging simulated “victims” of the Boston Marathon disaster. This simulation is a collaboration with the art department who will be applying moulage (to simulate the injuries). Volunteer “victims” can earn Pfeiffer Life points in Appreciation of the Arts or Servant Leadership. Contact Dana Martin to volunteer! Located on the Stokes lawn.


3/13/20 6:00pm Spring Arbor of Albemarle: Clothes Pin Butterflies

In honor of Spring, the residents will create butterflies made from clothes pins and tissue paper. Located at 315 Park Ridge Rd, Albemarle, NC 28001

3/14/20 8:00pm Sex Bingo

Join us in the community room at 8pm for sex bingo.

3/20/20 6:00pm Spring Arbor of Albemarle: Cookies and Conversations

Students from Pfeiffer will sit with the residents of spring arbor and chat, but with a twist.315 Parkridge Rd. Albemarle, NC, 28001

3/27/20 6:00pm Spring Arbor of Albemarle: Clothes Pin Butterflies

The residents will make some cute fluttery creatures from a laundry necessity. Located at 315 Park Ridge Rd, Albemarle, NC 28001





Every Wednesday 10:00 am – 11:00 am Chapel As an interbelief and ecumencial community, Pfeiffer Chapel is designed as a sacred space for students to explore and develop their beliefs and values through worship, conversation, and experiential learning. Throughout the year students will engage in traditional, contemporary, and fresh expressions of worship as well as deliberate discussions about their beliefs and values in the context of their local and global communities. These opportunities allow for students to build community and engage religion and spirituality in innovative and meaningful ways. Students can earn a Pfeiffer Life engagement point by attending three chapel services and submitting one reflection which touches on key elements of each service.


Friday Mornings 10:00 am – 11:00 am LEAD CafeLEAD (Leadership Exploration and Discovery) Café workshops provide opportunities for students to engage in interactive projects and conversations about topics in Servant Leadership. Students may earn Pfeiffer Life credit in the areas of Servant Leadership and Global and Cultural Awareness; though some sessions will allow for other categories as well depending on the topic area. For more information please visit http://serve.pfeiffer.edu.Located in the Stokes leadership lounge (room 215).

4/2/18 8:00 - 9:30pm Star-Bug PartyJoin the Department of Natural Sciences for the Star-Bug Party! This is an outdoor event providing the opportunity to view an array of celestial objects through a telescope and observe the great diversity of insects flying around Gibson Lake at night. We will have telescopes and an insect landing platform set up to allow for a closer (and safe) look at a diversity of nocturnal insects and other arthropods.

4/3/19 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm Etiquette DinnerEnjoy a four-course meal and professional instruction on how to dine professionally. An etiquette coach will walk you through the appropriate dress, networking techniques, which fork to use, and how to eat difficult foods like pasta in a professional dinner setting. Located in the Stokes Community Room.

Every Wednesday 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Hunger Relief Garden Work in the hunger relief garden and greenhouse to plant and harvest vegetables and produce for delivery to local hunger relief agencies. Please visit http://serve.pfeiffer.edu for information.




Friday Mornings 10:00 am – 11:00 am LEAD CafeLEAD (Leadership Exploration and Discovery) Café workshops provide opportunities for students to engage in interactive projects and conversations about topics in Servant Leadership. Students may earn Pfeiffer Life credit in the areas of Servant Leadership and Global and Cultural Awareness; though some sessions will allow for other categories as well depending on the topic area. For more information please visit http://serve.pfeiffer.edu.Located in the Stokes leadership lounge (room 215).





Friday Mornings 10:00 am – 11:00 am LEAD CafeLEAD (Leadership Exploration and Discovery) Cafe workshops provide opportunities for students to engage in interactive projects and conversations about topics in Servant Leadership. Students may earn Pfeiffer Life credit in the areas of Servant Leadership and Global and Cultural Awareness; though some sessions will allow for other categories as well depending on the topic area. For more information please visit http://serve.pfeiffer.edu. Located in the Stokes leadership lounge (rm 215).




Every Saturday 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Habitat for Humanity Students will work together to build a home for a family in need in our community. No experience is necessary. Volunteers will receive lunch. Please visit http://serve.pfeiffer.edu to check for updates and register.

2/23/19 11:30 am – 2:30 pm Rise Against Hunger Help pack bags of food for people living in developing nations. We will be departing from the Leadership Lounge at 11:30 am and returning at 2:30 Please eat lunch before you come. Visit http://serve.pfeiffer.edu to check for updates and register.

2/26/19 4:15 pm – 5:00 pm Education Alumnus Guest Speaker Ms. Miracle Campbell, a classroom teacher from Troutman Elementary School, will share about her transition from a student at Pfeiffer University to a professional educator. She'll share exciting things she does with her students as well as examples of her contributions to her school, classroom, and grade team as a young teacher-leader. Refreshments provided! Sponsored by The Grigg Scholar Program and the Division of Education. Located in the library, classroom 306. Contact: Dr. Laura Lowder, [email protected]

2/21/19 9:30 am – 1:00 pm Pfeiffer Health FairThe senior nursing students will be holding a health fair for students, faculty, and staff. Participants can drop-induring those times for health education on topics like smoking, vaping, human trafficking, car seats, etc. Located in the Stokes Lounge.

3/18/19 4:00 pm Disaster SimulationThe senior nursing students will be triaging simulated “victims” of the Boston Marathon disaster. This simulation is a collaboration with the art department who will be applying moulage (to simulate the injuries). Volunteer “victims” can earn Pfeiffer Life points in Appreciation of the Arts or Servant Leadership. Contact Dana Martin to volunteer! Located on the Stokes lawn.


4/17/20 Time TBD Spring Arbor of Albemarle: Lava Lamps

The residents will create lava lamps using mason jars, glitter, vegetable oil etc. Located at 315 Park Ridge Rd, Albemarle, NC 28001

4/22/20 2:00-4:00pm Presentations on threatened and endangered species

Wildlife and Conservation Biology students will be giving presentations on threatened and endangered species. Students are welcome to attend these presentations. Located in Harris Annex, room 103



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Spring 2020 Engagement Point Calendar - pfeiffer.edu · Each attendee will receive a resume building handbook. Be sure to bring a penci, pen or computer if you prefer. Located in