Armstrong Chronicle - Week 2, Volume I
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Week of August 24th, 2015 Issue 2 - Volume I Weekly Schedule H: 93º L: 74º MON - 8/24 TUE - 8/25 SAT - 8/29 SUN - 8/30 WED - 8/26 THUR - 8/27 FRI - 8/28 H: 94º L: 73º H: 95º L: 71º H: 95º L: 72º H: 95º L: 73º H: 96º L: 72º H: 97º L: 74º Information Schedule 24 25 26 Featured Armstronger! “A college degree is the key to realizing the American dream, well worth the financial sacrifice because it is supposed to open the door to a world of opportunity.” — Dan Rather And so begins the first week of classes! Good luck Armstrongers! We have a bunch of events in Armstrong this week, with lots of free snacks, so check them out! Highlights - Make sure you check out our Armstrong Power Hour, Giant Game Day and Getting Smashed! events. First Day of Classes! Good luck on the first day of classes! Anne Hart Anne Hart fearlessly leads Armstrong as Commons Council President, serving the community by initiating social programming as well as representing Armstrong to the exterior community. In addition to her dedication to Armstrong, Anne also expresses her passion for dancing by participating on the SMU Competitive Ballroom Team. While she’s not at SMU, she resides in Parker, Colorado, where she loves to go on hikes with her sisters and bake many delicious treats. Fun fact! Anne has a twin who is currently attending the University of Tulsa. Some Like it Hot! 8p-10p - If you are in your room during this time, the RAs will be walking around the building asking questions about Fire Safety! Answer correctly, and you’ll get some free treats! Sock-Hop! 8pm - Armstrong Laundry Room (1st Floor) - 50s themed laundry party! Learn how to do laundry and get free snacks and drinks too! Intramural Sports Teams Signup Armstrong Lobby - starting today, signups will be on sheets in the lobby for those of you who want to form intramural teams! Soccer, Golf (Singles), Sand Volleyball, 3-on-3 Basketball signups are available. (This will last until 8/31, Monday) Introduction 8pm - Armstrong Lobby - Be introduced to resources and time management skills with our Peer Academic Leader (PAL) Kay Rodgers, and our Honors Mentor A.J. Jeffries!
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Transcript of Armstrong Chronicle - Week 2, Volume I
Week of August 24th, 2015Issue 2 - Volume I
Weekly Schedule
H: 93ºL: 74º
MON - 8/24
TUE - 8/25
SAT - 8/29
SUN - 8/30
WED - 8/26
THUR - 8/27
FRI - 8/28
H: 94ºL: 73º
H: 95ºL: 71º
H: 95ºL: 72º
H: 95ºL: 73º
H: 96ºL: 72º
H: 97ºL: 74º
Information
Schedule
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Featured Armstronger!
“A college degree is the key to realizing the American dream, well worth the financial sacrifice because it is supposed to open the door to a world of opportunity.” — Dan Rather
And so begins the first week of classes! Good luck Armstrongers! We have a bunch of events in Armstrong this week, with lots of free snacks, so check them out! Highlights - Make sure you check out our Armstrong Power Hour, Giant Game Day and Getting Smashed! events.
First Day of Classes!Good luck on the first day of classes!
Anne HartAnne Hart fearlessly leads Armstrong as Commons Council President, serving the community by initiating social programming as well as representing Armstrong to the exterior community. In addition to her dedication to Armstrong, Anne also expresses her passion for dancing by participating on the SMU Competitive Ballroom Team. While she’s not at SMU, she resides in Parker, Colorado, where she loves to go on hikes with her sisters and bake many delicious treats. Fun fact! Anne has a twin who is currently attending the University of Tulsa.
Some Like it Hot!8p-10p - If you are in your room during this time, the RAs will be walking around the building asking questions about Fire Safety! Answer correctly, and you’ll get some free treats!
Sock-Hop!8pm - Armstrong Laundry Room (1st Floor) - 50s themed laundry party! Learn how to do laundry and get free snacks and drinks too!
Intramural Sports Teams SignupArmstrong Lobby - starting today, signups will be on sheets in the lobby for those of you who want to form intramural teams! Soccer, Golf (Singles), Sand Volleyball, 3-on-3 Basketball signups are available. (This will last until 8/31, Monday)
Introduction8pm - Armstrong Lobby - Be introduced to resources and time management skills with our Peer Academic Leader (PAL) Kay Rodgers, and our Honors Mentor A.J. Jeffries!
Commons Council Applications
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Dear Armstrongers,
Please try your best to keep your ID always on you, including when you go to the bathroom! You aren't allowed to tape your door, It’s $10 per lockout between 8pm-8am. If you get locked out during the day, go to the Southeast Area Desk to get a temporary card!
Sincerely, The Armstrong Staff
Locked out!?8a-8p - South East Area Desk
8p-8a - RA on Call - 214-268-5291
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No events planned!External Event - SMU Catholic Center Welcome Back - 5p - Catholic Ctr
Commons Council Applications Due (more info below)External Events • Men’s Soccer, 7p - Wescott Field• Volleyball - 11a, 7p - Moody Colosseum• Women’s Soccer - 5p - Wescott Field
EPOCH - Giant Game Day3-6pm - Armstrong-Crum Quad - Come play giant board games (Jenga, Connect 4, Scrabble, etc.) with Armstrongers and staff! Free food and drinks provided!
Note from StaffGetting Smashed! with the Staff8pm - Armstrong Commons Classroom - If you are a fan of Super Smash Bros, you won’t want to miss this event! Even if you haven’t played before, this will be a lot of fun! Have you ever wondered what your brain is like on alcohol? Well, I bet you’ve never played the game with Beer Goggles before! Root beer keg and pizza will be there!
Applications open until August 28thLink: https://smu.collegiatelink.net/form/start/78099
The Commons Council is a great way to begin your leadership experience at SMU and contribute to the Armstrong community.Even if you are an experienced leader, there are many opportunities for you to continue developing your skills which can be used to market yourself for future internships, jobs and leadership positions.
If you are selected as a finalist for a position, interviews will take place on Sunday, August 30th between 11 am and 3pm. You will be contacted to set-up an interview time if you are a finalist. If that date does not work for your schedule, make-up interview times will be available.
If you have any questions about the Armstrong Commons Council or the application process, please contact President Anne Hart at [email protected].
