I spent seven weeks of this summer in Israel with my life-long friend Ariel from Boston. Although we did do some of the usual touristy activities–spending a weekend in Tel Aviv, going to Jerusalem, going to Masada and floating in the 
Dead Sea–we spent most of our time right outside Haifa at a youth village called Yemin Orde. The kids at this boarding school and orphanage were mostly from Ethiopia, but the school also had kids from Brazil, Russia and Eastern Europe, and even China. I loved interacting with the kids as an English tutor, which gave me the opportunity to hear their amazing stories. I also helped run a week-long summer camp for the children of illegal immigrants in Israel, which was really fun and exhausting. Overall, this summer was amazing, and I hope to go back to Israel someday.
lsbrown
Get Vaccinated: Flu Clinic–Mon. & Wed.
Annual Seasonal Flu Clinic for Students
Seasonal influenza (“flu”) is a highly contagious viral illness marked by fever, muscle aches, cough, headache and fatigue. These symptoms often have a dramatically sudden onset and the illness usually lasts seven to ten days. Although influenza typically improves without complications, certain individuals, especially those with underlying medical problems including asthma or diabetes may develop complications, such as pneumonia. Ear infections and sinusitis may also develop with or following influenza.
The most effective preventative measure against seasonal flu is being immunized with seasonal flu vaccine.
This year, because of the ongoing concern about the 2009 H1N1 influenza (pandemic flu, swine flu), it is especially important for individuals (especially those at risk for flu complications) to be immunized with seasonal flu vaccine in addition to H1N1 vaccine when that vaccine becomes available. The novel H1N1 vaccine is not intended to replace the seasonal flu vaccine – it is intended to be used in addition to seasonal flu vaccine. Because both seasonal and H1N1 influenza can present with similar symptoms (cough, fever, body aches, sore throat) vaccination for seasonal flu will help to decrease the number of people who may receive a clinical diagnosis of H1N1 and be recommended for treatment and self-isolation.
The CDC recommends that younger people (we are recommending <30) get the seasonal flu vaccine as soon as it is available. Other adults may get the vaccine in mid to late October.
When the H1N1 vaccine becomes available we will notify the community of its availability and the vaccination planThe Davison Health Center and Department of Human Resources is sponsoring a Seasonal Flu Clinic for students, as well as faculty, staff and their dependents.
VNA Healthcare will provide the clinical services and staff and Health Center staff will assist with clerical duties.
Information about the flu, flu vaccine, and notice of privacy practice can be found below by clicking on the appropriate link. For faster service the day of the clinic, please print off and complete the Influenza Immunization Permission sheet and bring with you to the clinic. Copies will also be available at the clinic site. Registration is not required. Please wear a short sleeve shirt for ease of access to your arm.
Date: Mon., Sept. 21
Time: 12 – 4 p.m.
Location: Usdan 108
Fee: $37 (cash, check, or bill to student account)
Date: Wed., Sept. 23
Time: 12 – 4 p.m.
Location: Usdan 108
Fee: $37 (cash, check, or bill to student account)
Date: Tues., Oct. 13
Time: 4 – 7 p.m.
Location: Usdan 108
Fee: $37 (cash, check, or bill to student account)
Click below for information about the flu clinic: Flu Facts Flu Vaccine Information Influenza Immunization Permission (complete and bring to clinic) VNA Privacy Disclosure Form
For more information, contact Joyce Walter, Health Center Director at x2656 or jwalter@wesleyan.edu
Student Activities Fair – TODAY, 2-5 p.m.
NEW LOCATION – Usdan Center, Beckham Hall and Huss Courtyard – Rain or Shine!
Come browse and join student groups, check out campus departments and services, “Discover Your University Center” and see what Usdan has to offer, see live student performances, sample food from local vendors, and take part in raffles to win incredible prizes, like an IPod Touch, Pulse SmartPen, Wes Gear, and more! NOT TO BE MISSED!
Sponsored by the WSA and the Usdan Center
Academic Skills Workshops: Get Your A+ On!
ACADEMIC SKILLS WORKSHOPS!
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 THROUGH SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
EXLEY SCIENCE CENTER
SIGN UP or WALK IN
http://www.wesleyan.edu/deans/peeradvising/workshop_sign_up.htm
Exam Prep: 9/18: 2:30 p.m. (Rm. 109), 9/19: 1:30 p.m. (141), 9/20: 7:00 p.m. (109)
Exam Taking: 9/18: 4:00 p.m. (Rm. 058), 9/20: 7:00 p.m. (141)
Note Taking: 9/18: 2:30 p.m. (Rm. 121), 9/19: 12:30 p.m. (121), 9/20: 8:45 p.m. (141)
Reading Retention: 9/18: 3:15 p.m. (Woodhead), 9/19: 3:30 p.m. (Rm. 058), 9/20: 7:00 p.m. (137)
Public Speaking: 9/18: 3:15 p.m. (Rm. 139), 9/19: 3:00 p.m. (139), 9/20: 8:45 p.m. (139)
Study Skills: 9/19: 1:30 p.m. (Rm. 137)
Time Management: 9/18: 4:00 p.m. (Rm. 121), 9/19: 12:30 p.m. (109), 9/20: 5:30 p.m. (137)
Writing: 9/20: 5:30 p.m. (Rm. 058)
GET YOUR A+ ON!!!!
The Water Footprint: The Graph
Photo by Nick Lacy 9/4/09
Meet Susan Kulesza, Administrative Assistant to Dean Brown
Dear Class of 2013,
Again, Welcome! My name is Susan Kulesza (pronounced ku-less-a) and I’m the administrative assistant for your class dean, Dean Brown, and for Dean Garrett, who is the dean for the Class of 2011 You can find me in room 201, second floor of North College.
I have enjoyed working with Wesleyan students and staff since 2001 and look forward to meeting and assisting you during your time at Wes. If you need to schedule an appointment with Dean Brown, please contact me at 860-685-2758 or send an email to skulesza@wesleyan.edu. Don’t forget to include your available dates and times so that I can find a time that is convenient for both of you. I promise to get back to you quickly!
If you are looking for a form, i.e. to transfer credit, change an advisor, apply for Education-in-the-Field or Independent Study credit, etc., please see me. I also assist in coordinating University prizes, so I may see you at the end of the school year too. If I don’t have what you need, I can direct you to the appropriate website, department or person.
Hope we’ll have a chance to meet soon – even if it’s just to say, “Hi!” Regards, Susan
Want a Writing Mentor?
The Writing Mentor Program is accepting applications!
Have you ever wanted a personal tutor and editor, someone who would meet with you privately to help with your writing? If you are selected to participate in the Writing Mentor program, you will meet every week throughout the semester with a student writing mentor. Your writing mentor will help you with papers for all your courses as well as with general questions about your writing, whether you need advice about generating ideas, structuring your essay, grammar issues, or time management.
We invite you to apply. We plan to select some first-year students who are not yet experienced in essay writing and others who are capable writers already. We also welcome all ESL students. Upperclass students with special needs may also apply.
We look forward to hearing from you. You can find the electronic application at: http://www.wesleyan.edu/writing/workshop/mentorapp.html
This is a relatively new program with limited funding so we cannot guarantee that all applicants will be paired with a mentor. Please note that if you participate in the Writing Mentor program, you are making a commitment to meet with your mentor regularly.
Charlie Weiss and Oriana Korol, Ford Fellows in the Writing Program, 103 and 104 Downey House, (860) 685-2440, writingworks@wesleyan.edu , and Anne Greene, Director of Writing Programs
Severe Intoxication Panels
If a friend of yours experiences severe intoxication, this places them at high risk for alcohol overdose/poisoning and the resulting medical problems.
The Office of Public Safety, in conjunction with WesWell, the Dean of Students Office, and Res Life will be holding four Severe Intoxication Panels designed to help students understand the best course of action to take for a friend who cannot make an informed decision due to impairment. The representatives on the panel will speak about the issues from their perspective. The panel discussion will give you a chance to have questions about alcohol policies and procedures answered. You will learn what the signs of severe intoxication are, what Public Safety will do when responding to a call for help, what the Dean of Students Office will do when a student is referred to them after being treated for intoxication, and more. The panels will be held on the following dates and times:
Tuesday September 15th @ 7:30pm in the Fauver Residence Hall lounge
Tuesday September 22nd @ 7:30pm in the Butterfield B lounge
Tuesday September 29th @ 7:30pm in the Clark Hall lounge
Tuesday October 6th @ 7:30pm in the 200 Church Street lounge
We would look forward to seeing you and speaking with you about this very important issue. Lt. Paul Verrillo, Wesleyan Public Safety
Order Your Class Photo Now
Grab a piece of history!
With a panoramic group photo from orientation, you can preserve the memory of the entire Wesleyan Class of 2013 gathered together to begin your new life on campus.
Ordering is easy! Just go to http://www.panfoto.com/photography/colleges/detail.cfm?RecordID=782
You can have your photo matted and wood-framed, laminated, or sent unframed. Whatever you choose, within six to eight weeks, your photo will arrive so you can reflect on those first moments of discovery, laughter and friendship.
Community Engagement Fair
Come to the COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT FAIR!
Tuesday, September 15, 11:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Usdan Courtyard Rain Site: Beckham Hall
Connect with the Middletown community
Volunteer and Work study opportunities
Local agencies and Student groups will be there to share opportunities
Sponsored by the Center for Community Partnerships
Questions, contact Cathy Lechowicz (clechowicz@wesleyan.edu)
Can’t make the Fair? CCP will be at the Student Activities Fair