• Upcoming Events
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April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The Office for Institutional Equity has parterned with several different UofM departments, student organizations, as well as community parterners to provide programming for the month of April. Please visit OTE's website to learn about the various events taking place this month.

Come make a protest sign at McWherter Library. You can create it for a real protest situation or simply as an exercise to exercise your voice through visual representation. Signs can be left to be hung in McWherter Library or you can take your sign with you to use.  All supplies provided, even some inspiration if you need it!

When: April 2nd-3rd, 12:00PM-2:00PM

Where: McWherter Library

Lots of of you wrote essays in response to historical photographs for MLK50. Now, we have selected the finalists and it is time to pick a winner! Join us for the reading of winning essays by your peers and a reception to follow.

When: April 3rd, 4:00PM

Where: Mcwherter Library 2nd Floor Commons

On April 4th, 2018, the School of Health Studies will be hosting a Rise Against Hunger (formerly known as Stop Hunger Now) event to help combat the worldwide problem of hunger and malnutrition. This non-profit organization aims to end world hunger by providing nutritious, low-cost meals to children living in poverty-stricken nations all across the globe. Specially, Rise Against Hunger organizes events in which volunteers prepare and package meals to be shipped, while donors financially support the cause by providing the funds necessary to pay for the foods to be packaged. To register as a volunteer or to donate, please complete the application.

When: Wednesday, April 4th

Where: Elma Roane Fieldhouse Room 118

Navigating the Quarter Life Crisis: April 6, 2018 - 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm - UC Fountain View Room

For more information, Visit TigerZone or contact ToNaya Gulley.

April 9, 2018 10am-2pm – UC Lawn
Tie Dye-versity
• Stonewall Tigers will host a tie-dye shirt event promoting diversity, their organization and LGBT events/resources.
April 10, 2018 @6pm – Beale Room
Guest Speaker Geena Rocero
• As a successful model and trans woman, Geena Rocero, will share about her journey from the Philippines to the United States, from backyard pageant girl to supermodel and why coming out as transgender was an important part of her role as an activist in the transgender community. Check out her Ted Talk! 
April 11, 2018 @3pm – Beale Room
Student-to-Student: Safe Zone Training
• Student members form Stonewall Tigers lead Safe Zone training for other university students.
April 12, 2018 @7pm – Fountain View Room
2nd Annual Coming Out Monologues
• An intimate and collaborative event featuring the experiences of our LGBT+ community
April 13, 2018 @5:30pm – Fountain View Room
Tri-gay Extravaganza
• A collaborative and casual social event between UM, CBU and Rhodes gender and sexuality student organizations intended to promote cross campus engagement.

This workshop with the Experiential Learning Credit program will inform students about how ELC offers adult & non-traditional students an opportunity to petition for college credit for the knowledge, training, & skills they previously learned outside of traditional academic settings. Refreshments will be provided. A guest speaker from ELC will come and give a presentation on ELCs.

When: April 10th, 5:30PM

Where: UC Poplar Room

THE GRADUATE STUDENT ASSOCIATION AND THE GRADUATE SCHOOL ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE:
Our Next Graduate Professional Development Seminar for the Spring 2018 Semester:
Workshop on Grant Writing for Graduate Students

For Graduate Students of the University of Memphis
This seminar will include both lectures and interactive activities. There will be a Q&A session at the end of the seminar.

A light meal will be provided. Space is limited so RSVP today if you would like to take advantage of this chance to learn something that will benefit you now and in the future.

For more information contact, Mahbubul Hasan

When: April 11th, 12:00PM-2:00PM

Where: UC River Room

Exposure | Enlightenment | Empowerment
Bringing Out the Leaders is designed to bring future and current leaders in the Memphis community together with college students for a night of truth, transparency, and networking.

We know the challenges that exist in getting our college students out to network with professionals in the city, as well as acquiring knowledge in their desired fields and careers.  Bringing out the Leaders is an event that is designed to overcome these challenges.

When: April 12th, 6:00PM

Where: UC Third Floor

The Legal Students Association is hosting an event for anyone interested in a career in the legal field or interested in attending Law School.
The event is an informational event helping students prepare for the LSAT and informing students about paralegal certification.
This a great opportunity for students graduating in the next year, or younger students who want to network and socialize with like-minded students.

When: April 12th, 6PM

Where: Honors Hall

Service on Saturday is a volunteering opportunity that allows U of M students, faculty, and staff the option to have a low commitment volunteering opportunity. Pre-register today!

When: April 13th, 11:30AM-4:00PM

Where: Senate Chamber/Various Sites

East Buntyn ArtWalk is an open air arts festival. Artists set up in booths in the front yards and porches all throughout the neighborhood to display and sell their creations. Admission is free, and we are kid-friendly and pet-friendly. The headquarters is at St. James Anglican Church. We will have food trucks, live music, and a silent auction. For more information, or to register as a volunteer please visit their website.

When: April 21st, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Rain date: April 22nd, 2:00pm - 7:00pm

The Office of Student Success Programs (SSP) will offer assistance to students who are preparing to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). This intensive, small-group seminar is designed to help test-takers brush up on their test taking skills, review materials for the verbal and quantitative sections of the exam, and practice by taking full length practice tests. Please visit their website for more information.

When: May 7th-9th

Where: Clement Hall, Room 219

Congratulations to Daniel Bureau on being selected as the National Advisor of the Year for Alpha Delta Lambda National Honor Society!

The Memphis Advocacy, Resources and Support (MARS) program which will provide advocacy, resources and support to students dealing with domestic and sexual violence is now available to all students.
MARS Advocates are trained student volunteers who provide free and confidential crisis intervention to survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking. Advocates assist students by providing information, support, referrals, and education. MARS also serves a central resource for those navigating University resources and processes as well as external agency resources.
Students can reach MARS advocates at a 24-Hour Helpline: (901) 678-MARS (6277)
For more program information visit MARS' website or contact Dr. Justin Lawhead.

SGA is conducting a survey of the student body to gauge student interest in a 24 hour library as well as extended dining options. For more information, contact Seth Rowland.

The Sexual Assault Prevention and Awareness Coalition (SAPAC) is currently seeking Peer Educators for the upcoming school year. Peer Educators will receive training so that they can deliver educational programming on consent, healthy relationships, and bystander intervention to student groups that request a session. Applications are open until April 4th. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Alison Brown.

Do you want to make a difference on campus? The Student Government Association is now accepting applications for the Student Trustee position on behalf of the University of Memphis Board of Trustees. The application deadline is April 5th at 4:30 p.m. For more information about eligibility and requirements visit SGA's website.

Would you be interested in starting and joining a book club on campus in the fall? Fill out our interest survey and let's get reading! 

The Crews Center is hosting a Fast Pitch Competition where students can present their business ideas, showcase their talent and passion for entrepreneurship, and compete for $5,000 in cash prizes. Information sessions about the competition will be held at the Crews Center. Competition details, awards, eligibility, judging and presentation tips will be reviewed. Submit your Video Pitch by April 13th. 

For more information, contact Mike Hoffmeyer.

Conference & Events Services are looking to hire students for the Fall semester. The application is live now! If you have please contact Frederick Mooney.

New utility payment option offers students greater flexibility

Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) now offers a PrePay service to residential customers, giving you complete control over your energy use and costs. With PrePay, YOU decide when you pay and the amount you pay toward your service. No deposit is required, there’s no late fees since you always pay ahead, no electric reconnection fees if service is ever disconnected and no end-of-the-month bill surprises.

To learn more or enroll, call 528-7729 (PPAY) or 544-6549, visit mlgw.com, or go into any of MLGW’s Community Offices.

In person parking ticket appeals each week!

When: Every Wednesday

TIme: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Location: UC 359

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