Office of Student Life Vol. 2 Issue 3: The Case of The Headless Sunny

CEDAR VALLEY COLLEGE
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S TUDE N T L IFE VO L . 2 IS S UE 3
5.10.13 VOL. 2 ISSUE 3
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

SPRING KICK-OFF MLK DAY EVENT DRUG AND ALCOHOL AWARENESS ICOMMIT DAY ASIAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL
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THE CASE OF THE HEADLESS SUNNY
A student studying in the CVC Library was surprised one day, during this cold spring by a shadowy fiend wearing a head similar to that of Sunny the mascot. He found this to be an odd occurrence, but he brushed it off and went to class. Later, during a session at our illustrious tutoring center, the head of Sunny struck again! This time, Tobias got worried. It seemed like he saw that floating Sunny head everywhere he turned! Due to this, he hired the OSL gang of private investigators! They retraced his steps and returned back to the scene of the original haunting; the CVC Library. There, they were greeted by its caretaker, Jeff Stagner, who explained to the gang the history behind the school, including that its builder and namesake; Shunkadunk Patel, had a fascination with the Sun. After a long and drawn out investigative process, it was discovered that Tobiass friends had found out about this legend and used their blank skills to coordinate a psychological attack on Tobias using the Sunny head. The culprits said and we would have gotten away with it too if it werent for that meddling OSL gang!!! as campus police golf carted them away. Other noted mysteries solved by the OSL gang include the case of the missing cheese in 2010 and the lesser known case of the drowning truck from 03.
Miyoshi Holmes: (972-860-8237) Harold Hankerson: (972-860-8233) Lauren Anderson, Lewis Giles, or Katrina Gibson: (972-860-8257) Or visit D101-D104 for assistance! Like Us on Facebook at: Facebook.com/CVCOSL
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SPRING KICK OFF On 1/30/13 12:30pm 115 students participated in OSLs Spring kick-off. The objective of this event was to encourage students to be engaged in activities during their first week break in class after winter break. Students were also able to sign up for clubs and organizations for the spring 2013 semester, and could ask questions to existing members of organizations they were interested in. We served hotdogs, a variety of chips, drinks and ice cream to all who attended. In addition, we contracted Texas Entertainment Group for Wax Hands which was a huge success.
TACC COMMUN IT Y COL LEGE DAY AT THE CA PITO L
On Tuesday, February 5th, Harold Hankerson, a Student Government Association Advisor, and eight students traveled to Austin, TX as representatives for the cedar valley college student body at the TACC community college day at the capitol. The students received a unique opportunity to see the Texas legislature in action and also meet with a representative of Senator Royce Wests Office to discuss pressing issues that community colleges face. They advocated for funding, college readiness strategies, transfer success, and workforce success. It was a rewarding day for those who attended. One student said, Most of the time, I thought that the legislators only cared about four-year universities. However, going down there and having an entire day dedicated to community colleges showed me that we matter too. It really boosted my confidence and my pride in my college.
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MARDI GRAS 2/12/13

This year, the OSL celebrated Mardi Gras in style by hosting a festive environment in which we gave out beads, masks and crowns to all the participants. We also had a Mardi Gras trivia game and played traditional Mardi Gras music to make it informative. We furnished attendees with free cupcakes the colors of Mardi Gras (purple, green, and gold).
LDG: INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS 2/13/13
Dr. Bettie Meachum was the speaker for this Lunch Discussion Group and she had a very interactive approach. Students related situations that they had been in and asked for ways to resolve issues diplomatically. They learned practical communication and listening skills for business and casual environments. The OSL provided pizza and soft drinks for lunch. One student said I can understand other people a little bit better, and that is gonna help me a lot at my workplace.
Success is that old ABC ability, breaks, and courage -Charles Luckman
MLK PRESENTATION 2/25/13

Members of the Cedar Valley College 2012-2013 Student Leadership Institute (SLI) saluted African American History Month by presenting The Quality of Equality- A Martin Luther King Presentation on February 25th in the Performance Hall. Highlights of this years presentation include a speech given by instructor Lincoln Rolling and a Wax Museum skit performed by the students. The CVC Vocal Ensemble performed two songs. In addition, the college was privileged and honored to have DCCCD Chancellor Dr. Wright Lassiter share a few passages from his book, as well as his personal accounts of meeting Dr. King. A reception was held in the foyer after the presentation, where the SLI Students served refreshments.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL AWARENESS DAY
MARCH 7, 2013
Look at them Mugs!

This event was designed to educate students about the effects of drinking by allowing them to experience it using simulated impairment goggles. The students went through an obstacle course while wearing the goggles. One student said I didnt realize how unstable you are when you are drunk. There is no way Im drinking and driving. Ever. Students could also take mock mug shots as a reminder.
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THIS WOMANS WORK 3/5/13

This event was a celebration of Womans History Month. Our speaker, Dr. Camille Phelps, themed her discussion change your mind, change your life and spoke of her experiences about college and her professional career. Dr. Phelps also engaged all attendees in active participation in group activities and encouraged them to take an active role in finding a mentor/mentee. After Dr. Phelps presentation, the OSl Staff served refreshments while Dr. Phelps mingled with attendees and answered 1/17/13- The CVC Male Initiative Program took students from Men of Distinction and Brother to Brother to the Southwestern Black Student Leadership Conference (SBSLC) at Texas A&M where they learned about the essential tools for professional success.
LDG: BUDGET SURVIVAL 3/11/13

This lunch discussion group focused on smart money strategies for college life. Our speaker, Miss Miyoshi Holmes covered a broad range of topics from loans to budgeting for food. As an example of a way to live on little money, we made grilled cheese sandwiches and quesadillas with an iron for lunch. The students enjoyed the event and learned how to survive living on a budget.
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3/26/13Congrats Katrina Gibson for representing Cedar Valley College and being named a member of the 2013 AllState Academic Team!
I C O M MIT DAY 3 / 5/ 1 3
On April 2nd, 2013 Students, faculty, staff, and Administration came together to raise awareness of an important issue: college completion. Over the course of the day, students had the opportunity to sign a pledge to complete their associate degrees or certificates and in return were provided with commemorative certificates, buttons, and cookies. The Admissions department staffed a registration table to help students target where they are with their degree plans and what their next step is. Dr. Wimbish came and spoke about the importance of degree completion to our students.
4/6/13 - Congrats Phi Theta Kappa on being a top 100 chapter internationally and winning Distinguished Honors in Action Project!
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On April 4th,the Veterinary Technology Student Association raised enough funds to take an educational field trip to Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. We had more than twenty-five members attend our field trip, where the students were able to get behind the scenes glances to the Veterinary Staff and their facilities. ASIAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL 4/9/13 The Asian Heritage Festival is a celebration of Asian art and culture with a wide array of activities including food sampling, fashion show, and cultural displays. Each participant received a passport and was required to read information on a sampling of Asian countries including China, Japan and India. At each country's cultural display they received a stamp in their passport. Once they had all of the stamps they could partake in the sampling of Asian Cuisine.
Need help or want to learn more about the OSL? Contact Us!
Miyoshi Holmes (972-860-8237) Harold Hankerson (972-860-8233) Lauren Anderson, Lewis Giles, or Katrina Gibson (972-860-8257) Or visit D101-D104 for assistance! Like Us on Facebook: Facebook.com/CVCOSL

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CEDAR VALLEY COLLEGE

5.10.13 VOL. 2 ISSUE 3

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

THE CASE OF THE HEADLESS SUNNY