Volume VII, November 4, 2019
Find out about all the events happening on campus this week @ GovState!
Honors Pet Supply Drive
The GSU Honors Program is hosting a supply drive around campus to support the South Suburban Humane Society. They are collecting the following items to support the local animal shelter. Find our donation bins near the Main Elevator in HOG, near the Library, F-wing entrance, and the stairs in the G-building labeled for the Pet Supply Drive.

  • Paper Towels 
  • Hand Sanitizer 
  • Hand Soap
  • Bleach
  • 8.5x11 Copy Paper
  • Non-Clumping Cat Litter
  • Foil Steam Trays (used as litter pans)
  • Canned Pate Cat Food
  • Purina Puppy Chow
  • Disposable Gloves
  • 55-Gallon Garbage Bags
  • Purina Cat/Kitten Chow
  • Large Rugs/Blankets
  • Kongs
  • Gift Cards to Walmart, Costco, OfficeMax, Amazon.com
For more information contact Kayla Warner
Monday November 4
Teach Me How to Turn Up

Please join The GSU Counseling and Wellness center for an afternoon of fun and learning. Event will provide participants with interactive games and actives to assist them in understanding substance use and develop skill to minimize risk in using alcohol and drugs.

Hall of Honors

1 - 4 p.m.

Clinical Assessment Coordinator Course

The Clinical Assessment Coordinator Course is for health care professionals who want to improve their skills in clinical assessment and reimbursement. Learn how to maximize quality of care for the patient, while maximizing reimbursement through Medicare, Medicaid, and Private Insurance.

D2446

5 - 9 p.m.
Chicago-Style Stepping
Chicago-Style Stepping is an urban dance that originated in Chicago and continues to evolve while defining its unique style and culture within the context of mainstream Swing dance. Steppers will learn a six count step. 

Attire required: Appropriate dance attire and shoes should be worn.

Fee: $25 per individual

A1100 Racquet Ball Court

6 - 7 p.m.  
Tuesday November 5
Visit Sandy the Therapy Dog
Visit Sandy the Therapy Dog on the library Balcony every Tuesday from 1-3 p.m.!

Civil Service Senate Fall Vendor and Craft Fair
An assortment of vendors and crafters will be selling goods to the GSU community.

Hall of Governors

10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Zumba
Zumba is a high-energy dance class set to upbeat music! It feels more like dancing, but you will definitely sweat! This class welcomes all fitness levels for a fun high-impact cardio workout.  

Attire required: Appropriate exercise attire and shoes should be worn.

Fee: $25

A1100 Racquet Ball Court

12 - 1 p.m.
Women's Volleyball vs. Olivet Nazarene
Cheer on the GSU Jaguars as they compete against Olivet Nazarene at GSU. Admission: $5.00 for adults, $2.00 for children (under 12)
GSU students, faculty and staff gain free admittance with myONECARD


GSU Gymnasium

7 – 8:30p.m.
Wednesday November 6
Civil Service Senate Fall Vendor and Craft Fair
An assortment of vendors and crafters will be selling goods to the GSU community.

Hall of Governors

10 a.m. - 7 p.m.


Gender & Sexuality Club Meeting
Gender & Sexuality Club Meeting
Learn & meet with the Gender & Sexuality Club at GovState
 
B2201
 
4:30 - 5:30p.m .
 
 

Clinical Assessment Coordinator Course

The Clinical Assessment Coordinator Course is for health care professionals who want to improve their skills in clinical assessment and reimbursement. Learn how to maximize quality of care for the patient, while maximizing reimbursement through Medicare, Medicaid, and Private Insurance.

D2446

5 - 9 p.m.
Mindful Eating, Body Detox, Healing Herbs, OH MY!

MindfulEating, Body Detox, Healing Herbs, Oh My! will be a 4-week class that will focus on a variety of ways participants can maintain and improve their physical and mental health. Each class will introduce a different topic; Mindful Eating, Spring Detox, healing herbs, and mental and emotional wellness.

Fee: $25

B1200 Engbretson Hall

6 - 8 p.m.
Breast Cancer Awareness Event
An event hosted by the Social Work Student Organization to get as many people involved in raising awareness to help support research regarding breast cancer.

B 1241

3 - 5:30p.m.
Thursday November 7
Open Mic Karaoke Hour
Bring your talent to the Open Mic/Karaoke Hour sponsored by Student Activities Council.

Registration open until 11/6/19 to SAC@govst.edu

Lakeside Lounge

2- 3 p.m.

Save the Date

"Save the Date" is all about learning how to date safely. Topics include communication, consent, and the current atmosphere and culture of dating. Students are encouraged to have a good time while dressing up and enjoying an evening of interactive conversations around dating topics.   

L akeside Lounge

6 - 8 p.m.
Women's Volleyball vs.  Saint Xavier
Cheer on the GSU Jaguars as they compete against  Saint Xavier at GSU. Admission: $5.00 for adults, $2.00 for children (under 12)
GSU students, faculty and staff gain free admittance with myONECARD


GSU Gymnasium

6 – 7:30p.m.
Friday November 8
"The Opioid Crisis"

A public health collaborative event focused on opioid issue.

E-Lounge

8:30a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
FAFSA Completion Workshop
Get assistance filling out the FASFA with staff from Enrollment Management

D2438 computer lab

3:30-4:30p.m.
Saturday November 9
Undergraduate Open House
Attend sessions on financial aid, admission requirements, housing, and our new AIM HIGH merit scholarship program for undergraduate students. Open House helps prospective students and their families learn more about Governors State University. Specifically, we will provide you with information about admission requirements, academic programs, campus resources, student activities, and on-campus housing.

Contact the Office of Admissions for more information at 708-534-4490.

All Campus

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sunday November 3
Jungle Book

 From the creators of Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, which the New York Times called “Jaw-Dropping”, comes the new theatrical adaptation of the works of Rudyard Kipling, re-imagining his classic stories through modern eyes. Immersive sound and multimedia will transport you from the urban jungle to relive Mowgli's childhood in the jungles of India.

Center for the Performing Arts

2 p.m.

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