A Student Life Bulletin from the Office of Student Affairs & Engagement Programs
Dear Students,
 
President Dr. Frank Chong invites your participation in SRJC's 100th Anniversary, coming up in 2017/18. The 100th Anniversary Leadership Group is asking for you to: send your creative ideas by responding to this email about how to celebrate this anniversary, inform your fellow students about this opportunity, share your SRJC experience and/or get involved by joining a Workgroup in one of these five 100th Anniversary  Workgroups:

NEW EVENTS & PROJECTS will identify and plan new activities and events to celebrate SRJC's 100th Anniversary.
EXISTING EVENTS & PROJECTS will help the SRJC college community to define the existing events and activities and help to tie them into the 100th Anniversary theme. Examples: Day Under the Oaks, Shone Farm Fall Fun Fest
HISTORY will celebrate the past and remind the community of the pride they feel in this great institution by developing new products and experiences that highlight the history of SRJC.
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS will create engagement opportunities for internal and external communities and community groups to celebrate SRJC's 100th Anniversary.
COMMUNICATIONS will develop messaging to describe the activities for the 100th Anniversary.
 
The first 100th Anniversary event is planned for Fall, 2017 - it will be a homecoming football game and dance - so we can't wait!
 
We are looking forward to receiving wonderful, creative ideas and projects. We'll prioritize those submitted, so that together, we can all create an unforgettable 100th Anniversary year.
 
Sincerely,
 
SRJC 100th Anniversary Leadership Group
 
Gender Neutral Restrooms
SRJC has several Gender Neutral Bathrooms to make our campuses safe and inclusive for LGBTQ students and staff.  Their locations are as follows:

Santa Rosa Campus
Plover Hall, north wing of building
Bertolini Student Center, 3 rd floor, east side of building
Bailey Hall, 1378
Button Building, 1 st floor, east side
Tauzer Gym, north entrance, east of 901
 
Petaluma Campus
Mahoney Library, 2 nd floor

 
Preferred First Name Option
Tired of having to correct your instructors the first day of class about what name you like to be called? Whether you have a nickname, a shortened version of your name, whether you like to be called by your middle name, or whether you are in gender transition, you can now select a preferred first name through your online Cubby. Just log in to your online portal, click on Update Account in the upper right of the screen, and there is a link to edit your preferred first name. Once you update your account, then that is the name that will appear on all your instructor's rosters. Your legal name will still appear on all official college documents.  

Student Portal Login
 
Student Health Services Hours
 
Student Health Services: Upcoming Events

Theatre Arts

Transfer Center: Events & Updates
Representatives will be available, drop-in to speak with the Rep!
TRANSFER CENTER * BERTOLINI 3RD FLOOR * (707) 527-4874 
transfer.santarosa.edu
Sonoma State University
Presentation and Q & A with  Admissions Specialist
Focus on students applying for  Spring 2017 !
Wednesday, August 17, 2016         12 - 2 pm
UC Berkeley
Tuesday, August 23                  10:30 am - 2:30 pm
 
UC Davis
Thursday, August 25                 10:30 - 3 pm
 
UC San Diego
Thursday, August 25                   9 - 12 pm
CSU Application Review Sessions for Spring 2017
Start your CSU Application at   csumentor.edu  
Before submitting your application,  have it reviewed by an SRJC Counselor at one of the sessions below!

Wednesday, August 10              2 pm - 3:30 pm

Tuesday, August 16                   10:30 am - 12 pm
 
Thursday, August 25                 1 pm - 2:30 pm
 
Tuesday, August 30                   12 pm - 1:30 pm
 
Career Development Services: Upcoming Workshops
2016 Fall W orkshop Series
Workshop Location: Bertolini, 3rd floor, Rm 4875
 
August 31st         2-3pm              Self-Care                                                                 
September 1st     3-4pm              Deciding on Your Career                                     
September 2nd    10am-11am      Drop-In Resume Review                                      
September 7th     3-4:30pm         Career Vision Boards                                           
September 8th     3-4pm              Cover Letter and Resume Development            
September 14th   2-3pm              Effective Body Language                                      
September 15th   3-4pm              First Impressions and Interviewing Skills          
September 22nd  3-4pm              Deciding On Your Career          
September 28th   3-4pm              Climb Your Career  Ladder                                            
September 29th   3-4pm              Work-Life Balance                                                

October 6th         3-4pm              Deciding On Your Career                                     
October 7th         10am-11am      Drop-In Resume Review                                      
October 12th       3-4:30pm         Follow Your Inner Hero                                    
October 13th       3-4pm              Career Vision Boards                                           
October 19th       2-3pm              Self-Care                                                           
October 20th       3-4pm              Cover Letter and Resume Development            
October 21st       10am-11am      Drop-In Resume Review                                      

November 3rd    3-4pm                Deciding On Your Career                            
November 4th    10am-11am        Drop-In Resume Review                                      
November 9th    3-4pm                Climb Your Career Ladder                                            
November 10th  3-4pm                First Impressions and Interviewing Skills          
 
December 1st      3-4pm                Deciding On Your Career                                     
December 7th     2-3pm                Career Vision Boards                                           
December 8th     3-4pm                Work-Life Balance                                                
 
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
Career Vision Board
Come and create a "vision board" to assist you in visualizing your career goals, and plan for your life. What you visualize, you can materialize.
 
Climb Your Career Ladder
Learn what skills are necessary to achieve success on the job and continue to grow and climb the career ladder.
 
Cover Letter and Resume Development
Learn current best practices to prepare important marketing tools - your resume and cover letter.
 
Deciding on Your Career: Identifying Interests and Preferences
Explore the resources available at Career Development Services while investigating your values, personality type, work preferences and conditions. Learn which careers suit you.
 
Drop-In Resume Review
Compare your resume to our resume checklist. You may bring a resume for a brief critique.
 
Effective Body Language
Human Resource managers notice more than what you say during an interview. Learn how to create a positive professional and personal first impression through non-verbal communication.
 
First Impressions and Interviewing Skills
Learn how to present yourself with confidence and dress for a successful impression. This interactive seminar teaches you how to prepare for tough interview questions and
convince potential employers that you are the person for the job.
 
Follow Your Inner Hero
You will be introduced to a personality tool that is a simple, yet powerful method to help you discover your natural talents, transferable skills, what you do best, and who you were born to be.
 
Self-Care
Learn ways to improve & maintain your self-esteem and peace of mind as you work toward your goals.
 
Work-Life Balance
Work-life balance does not mean an equal balance. Learn about the concept of prioritizing between "work" (career and ambition) and "lifestyle" (health, leisure, family, and spiritual practice).

Link to Career Development Services
 
Plant Sale
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