October 2015 Newsletter

1000 Rim Drive, 171 Student Union, Durango, CO 81301

Fall Into Leadership

“The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled.” - Plutarch

Just like the leaves change colors and fall from the trees, our lives are filled with changes that we can’t always control. Sometimes these changes can bring about better situations but other times, we are left hurting. The best way to successfully navi-gate these changes is to “fall” into a leader-ship role in order to gain skills and knowledge that will prepare you for the twists and turns in life. Leadership is one the unique qualities and characteristics that can be found in all majors, minors, careers, and communities. By joining a student organiza-tion, attending a workshop, or volunteering your time for a campus event, you are growing as an individual who will be ready to effectively lead yourself and others through any obstacle that may come along.

Patrick Fredricks Leadership Programs Coordinator

Update from ASFLC

Homecoming Events

SUP Events for October

Student Wellness Announcements

Student Leader & RSO of the Month

Contact Information

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Associated Students of Fort Lewis College

ASFLC meets every Wednesday (during the regular academic year) at 7:00pm in the Senate Chambers, 163 Student Union.

ASFLC would like to welcome new Student Senators, Moriyah Montezon, Sammy Smith, Mason Shea, Michael Watchman and Shawn Rico as well as newly appointed Vice President Evan Wick.

The first call for new student fees and/or changes was made last week and Senate anticipates a busy session with fee changes due to the credit change. Senate also looks forward to overseeing the distribution of the Sustainability Initiative Grant, which generates $5,000 a year from student fees and can be used by any campus organization or student who creates a proposal that is approved.

Student Union Productions (SUP) worked incredibly hard on Skyfest and always had the student body at the forefront of their decision making process. This year, Skyfest was outdoors which had been requested over and over again by festival attendees. They took an unfortunate weather situa-tion last semester and made the best of it. The members keep coming up with new ways to get peo-ple involved in the process and it is inspiring watching them work together as a team.

Nominated by Elizabeth Calagias (Union Programming Coordinator & advisor to SUP)

Amy was involved with New Student Orientation where she worked as an Orientation Leader spe-cifically for International Students. She also coordinated the International Buddy Program that is a spin off service of the International Club and she successfully connected all of the interested partici-pants with each other. They have already organized several outings including weekend hikes, a camping trip, dinner the first week of classes, and more.they had over 50 students in attendance and the event encouraged mingling and meeting new people. Amy has spent a great deal of time hanging posters, responding to emails, and presenting to classes about the International Club to build up the enthusiasm early in the year.important role in supporting not only international students at FLC, but all students interested in connecting to more cultures around the world. Without Amy, this club would be just now be gaining momentum to organize a first meeting and ideas for activities.Amy Solmonson

Nominated by Jennifer Gay (Director of International Programs)

Associated Students of Fort Lewis College Legal Aid

ASFLC sponsors an at-torney to visit campus and provide legal aid to students on a first-come, first-served basis. This service is paid for via student fees and is avail-able to any registered FLC student.

Upcoming date:

October 14 & 28

All sessions are held in 179 Student Union (in the Leadership Center) from Noon—1:30pm.

ASFLC legal aid service pro-vides current students with le-gal consultation and legal ad-vice; it is not intended, under any circumstances, to provide a legal

. Addition-ally, the legal aid attorney is not available to discuss FLC disciplinary matters or legal cases involving FLC as a party.

ASFLC would like to welcome new Student Senators, Moriyah Montezon, Sammy Smith, Mason Shea, Michael Watchman and Shawn Rico as well as newly appointed Vice President Evan Wick.

The first call for new student fees and/or changes was made last week and Senate anticipates a busy session with fee changes due to the credit change. Senate also looks forward to overseeing the distribution of the Sustainability Initiative Grant, which generates $5,000 a year from student fees and can be used by any campus organization or student who creates a proposal that is approved.

(SUP) worked incredibly hard on Skyfest and always had the student This year, Skyfest was outdoors which had

They took an unfortunate weather situa-The members keep coming up with new ways to get peo-

ple involved in the process and it is inspiring watching them work together as a team.

Nominated by Elizabeth Calagias (Union Programming Coordinator & advisor to SUP)

Amy was involved with New Student Orientation where she worked as an Orientation Leader spe-cifically for International Students. She also coordinated the International Buddy Program that is a spin off service of the International Club and she successfully connected all of the interested partici-

They have already organized several outings including weekend hikes, a camping trip, dinner the first week of classes, and more. In their first formal gathering and potluck they had over 50 students in attendance and the event encouraged mingling and meeting new

Amy has spent a great deal of time hanging posters, responding to emails, and presenting to classes about the International Club to build up the enthusiasm early in the year. The club serves an important role in supporting not only international students at FLC, but all students interested in

Without Amy, this club would be just now be gaining momentum to organize a first meeting and ideas for activities.

Nominated by Jennifer Gay (Director of International Programs)

What a success! This was our first Skyfest event outdoors and it went smoothly. Al-most 700 people came to see the Wild 100’s, Voodoo Glow Skulls, One Drop, and The Motet. SUP gave away lots of awe-some prizes including a guitar signed by The Motet! Congratulations to Ryann for her winning Instagram picture!

SUP hit the ground running this semester! With Skyfest, a live street mural, chalk art contest, movies, and a hypnotist, the first month of school has been packed with fun events which has kept SUP busy! A big thanks goes out to Melanie Stimmell, our professional street painter who made the beautiful 3D mural in front of the Reed Library. We would like to congratulate the winners of the chalk art competition: Adam Wenger (first place) and Emily Shirtz (second place). Thanks to all the artists who participated; all the submissions were awesome!

We have tons of other events coming up this semester so check out our monthly calendar or stop by on Tuesdays at 6:00 PM in the Cascade Room to catch up with SUP!

Thursday, October 1

Live Music from Kurtis Becker

6pm on the Student Union Plaza

Wednesday, October 7

Movie Night: Ant-Man

5pm & 8 pm in the Vallecito Room (Student Union)

Monday, October 12

Real History of the Americas

Many events all day

View website for more details

Wednesday, October 14

Movie Night: Temple Grandin

5pm & 8pm in the Vallecito Room (Student Union)

Wednesday, October 28 & Thursday, October 29

Haunted House

6pm-10pm in the Student Union Ballroom

Hosted by SUP & Student Housing

Interested in making a difference on campus? WellPAC (Wellness Peer Advisory Council) is the registered student organization on campus that puts on health & wellness pro-gramming. Our approach is humanistic, meaning we strive to meet people where they are at. Come check us out every Wednesday from 5WellPAC President Kevin Gardner with questions at

October is Domestic Violence Aware-ness month so Student Wellness Initia-tives and WellPAC are kicking it off with a table in the Union to provide education and to paint pinky nails purple for our 4th annual awareness campaign. Stop by to bring awareness!

Paint Your Pinky Nail Purple!

Thank you to everyone who helped us recognize World Suicide Preven-tion Day in September. Faculty, staff, students, and community members remembered friends and family members who have been victim of suicide. Remember to speak up and reach out to those in need.

Interested in making a difference on campus? WellPAC (Wellness Peer Advisory Council) is the registered student organization on campus that puts on health & wellness pro-gramming. Our approach is humanistic, meaning we strive to meet people where they are at. Come check us out every Wednesday from 5-6pm in the Cascade Room. Email WellPAC President Kevin Gardner with questions at krgardner@fortlewis.edu.

WellPAC Retreat 2015 Thank you to everyone who helped us recognize World Suicide Preven-tion Day in September. Faculty, staff, students, and community members remembered friends and family members who have been victim of suicide. Remember to speak up and reach out to those in need.

At the Wellness Peer Advisory Council’s annual retreat, returning and new mem-bers bonded through participating in a di-versity activity, singing at the camp fire, and discussing why they joined the group. WellPAC has some really creative ideas for events and initiatives they want to support this year. All members also walked away with a better understanding of what it means to be a peer educator.

RSO Officer Training

Training will take place on Thursday, October 8th from 6:00-8:30pm in the Student Union Ballroom. Food, drink, and prizes will be provid-ed. This training is mandato-ry for officers (advisors are in-vited to attend!) so that we can share ideas and convey important policies and proce-dures in order to help your organization be as successful as possible. Be sure to attend and have a chance to win $$$ for your RSO! Your RSO must attend to receive the initial allocation from ASFLC.

Joely Allen Majors:

Business Adm. & Psychology

Hometown: Pinon, AZ

Kersten Butler

Major: Art (Graphic Design)

Hometown:

Cory Patterson Major: Political

Science

Hometown: Aurora, CO

Shelby Polkinghorn

Major: Psychology

Hometown: Manzanola, CO

Kersten Butler

Major: Art (Graphic Design)

Hometown: Littleton, CO

Olivia Duncan Major:

English Writing

Hometown: Kirtland, NM

Wyatt Palmer Major:

Psychology

Hometown: Colorado Springs, CO

Shelby Polkinghorn

Psychology

Hometown: Manzanola, CO

Lindsay Roach Major: International

Business

Hometown: Los Alamos, NM

Paige Starks Major: Accounting

Hometown: Montrose, CO

Morgan Williams Major: Psychology

Hometown: Reno, NV

Student Union, Room 171

(Across from the Info Desk)

Phone: (970) 247-7394

Office Hours:

Monday—Thursday: 8am-6pm

Friday: 8am—5pm

Saturday & Sunday: Closed

LEADERSHIP CENTER STAFF

mastalski_m@fortlewis.edu (970) 247 - 7452

Mark Mastalski—Director of Leadership Center

rennhack_a@fortlewis.edu (970) 247 - 7258

Ashley Rennhack— Asst. Director of Leadership Center

ercalagias@fortlewis.edu (970) 247 - 7090

Elizabeth Calagias—Union Programming Coordinator

& Coordinator for New Student Orientation

ptfredricks@fortlewis.edu (970) 247 - 7517

Patrick Fredricks—Leadership Programs Coordinator

kgreichle@fortlewis.edu (970) 247 - 7508

Kendra Gallegos Reichle— Coordinator of Student

Wellness Initiatives Homecoming

Thursday, October 2—

Sunday, October 4

Mid-Term Grades Due from Faculty (Noon)

Monday, October 19

Deadline for Students to Withdraw from an Individual

Course (4:00 PM) Friday, October 23