November 18, 2020
THIS WEEK'S POLL
What are you doing for Thanksgiving break?
Staying in Mankato
Traveling home
Other
Will you have Thanksgiving dinner with your family or a family gathering this year?
Yes
No
Do you have a poll question you would like to see in the inSIDER?
Send your suggestions to csuinfo@mnsu.edu
LAST WEEK'S inSIDER POLLS



QUESTION: WHERE HAVE YOU SEEN ADVERTISING FOR VAPE PRODUCTS, DISCOUNTS OR PROMOTIONS?



QUESTION: DO YOU KNOW ANYONE WHO WANTS TO STOP VAPING AND CAN'T?
STUDENT BLOGS
2020 @ 20: KARA ALLEN
'RICOCHET"
This is a piece I wrote a good while ago, that was at much greater length. I revised it to be shorter and a little less specific, because I want everyone who reads my writing to be able to apply it to their own feelings and emotions. This piece is about the power of words and I hope it finds you well.
ALEJO'S MISCHIEVOUS ADVENTURES
CYCLING TO THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN
This week I share my experience of trying to get as close as I can to the Hollywood sign. This is one of my fondest memories of the city and my time there. This adventure showed me a side of the city that I had never seen. The views, the peace, and the journey are all worth the destination.

COFFEY TIME WITH CYDNEY
'MAY I BE WELL'
This upcoming week, I am encouraging everyone to tap into their kindness. The focus is: ‘May I be well.’ “May I be well” and “May I be happy” are phrases that will cultivate a sense of self-care and can bring a feeling of warmth and kindness to even the coldest times- and I’m not just talking about these Minnesota winters. Let's talk phrases.

GOING HOME FOR BREAK?
FREE SALIVA TESTING FOR STUDENTS
Thanksgiving is next week—and we want you to be able to go home for the holidays confident that you will not unknowingly spread coronavirus to your family and friends. That’s why we have launched a new testing partnership with the Minnesota Department of Health. This upcoming Thursday, the university will be offering free saliva testing on campus open to all students. The testing event this Thursday, Nov. 19 will be from Noon – 6pm in the CSU Ballroom.


MAE SIMPSON SENSATION
OSTRANDER AUDIOTORIUM PERFORMANCE
As seen in last week’s inSIDER, the sensational Mae Simpson Music will be performing on our very own campus! The Mae Simpson band will perform on Thursday, November 19th from 11a.m. to 1p.m. in the Ostrander Auditorium in the Centennial Student Union. The seven-piece band known for their high-energy and unapologetic performances was voted the 2019 Twin Cities Best New Band.

THE GREAT AMERICAN SMOKEOUT
SUPPORT TOBACCO FREE CAMPUS
Want to quit tobacco but don't know how? Just quit but need some help? On Thursday, Nov. 19, between 10-2:00 come to the CSU to get a free quit kit or “Cash in your Cloud” (Vape device) for a gift card!  At this time, we are also announcing that registration is now open for a free monthly one-hour NEW virtual cessation workshop.  

THE SEASON THAT WASN'T
FOOTBALL IN THE SPORTS DOME PLANNED
Todd Hoffner, head coach for the perennial powerhouse Maverick football team, reflects on the squad's missed 2020 season and hopes for a spring exhibition season that would host home games in the Maverick All-Sport Dome in an audio interview.
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PRE THANKSGIVING CHECKLIST
STAYING SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE
As Thanksgiving break quickly approaches, it is crucial to keep practicing COVID-19 safety as well as checking in on your academic status! Use this checklist to keep you up to date on your Minnesota State Mankato academic career as we approach the end of the semester as well as ensuring you and your families health & safety before Thanksgiving!

CAMPUS EVENT SCHEDULE
MOVIES AND EVENTS
STOMPER'S CINEMA

*Stomper's Cinema will return spring semester. Stay tuned!!

*All showings are in Ostrander Auditorium
EVENTS

National Homeless Hunger Awareness Week
November 15-22
Food Drive: November 16-20 - Drop box locations on Facebook/School page
Campus Cupboard Goodie Bags: November 18 - 3-4:30PM - Community Engagement Office
Fundraiser for Student Government: November 20 - Buffalo Wild Wings
Homelessness Awareness Sleep Out: November 20 - 8PM-8AM - Student Activities Office

Mavericks in the Kitchen: Part Two
Wednesday, November 18: 5-6PM
Online via Facebook Livestream

Yoga for Times of Transition and Change
Wednesday, November 18: 6-7PM
Online

Angel Street
November 18-21: 7:30PM
November 21 & 22: 2PM
Ted Paul Theatre
*Visit MSUTheatre.com to reserve your ticket

The Great American Smokeout
Thursday, November 19: 10AM-2PM
CSU Lincoln Lounge

Mavericks Talent Contest
Thursday, November 19: 7PM
Online via Facebook Livestream

Serendipity Music Series: Mae Simpson Music
Thursday, November 19: 11AM-1PM
Ostrander Auditorium and/or Livestream

St. Paul Saints Owner Mike Veeck: Small Business Awards
Thursday, November 19: 11:30AM-1PM
Online

Self Love & Coping during These Extraordinary Times
Thursday, November 19: 2-3PM
Online
*Zoom link on Mav Life App

Women in Business: Women Entrepreneurs Event
Thursday, November 19: 4-5:30PM
Online

Big Ideas: How to Enter & Win Venture Competitions
Thursday, November 19: 6:30-8PM
Online

Women in STEM Leadership Series
Thursday, November 19: 6:30-8PM
Online
*Link to register is on Engage

Law Enforcement: What International Students Should Know
Friday, November 20: 10-11:30AM
Online
*Zoom link on Mav Life App

BizPitch
Friday, November 20: 3-4PM
Online

Geography Colloquia - Satellite Remote Sensing: The View from Above
Friday, November 20: 3-4:15PM
Online
*Zoom link on Mav Life App

Better Customer Service Starts with Trust
Friday, November 20: 4:30-5:15PM
Online

FREE Food Distribution
Saturday, November 21: 11AM-1PM
Open Door Health Center - 309 Holly Lane, Mankato
*Zoom link on Mav Life App

Mavericks in the Kitchen: Part Three
Wednesday, December 2: 5-6PM
Online via Facebook Livestream

Geography Colloquia - Drainage Integration in Extensional Tectonic Terrain
Friday, December 4: 3-4:15PM
Online
*Zoom link on Mav Life App
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