Happy Monday Vikings! We hope you enjoyed the weekend and ready for week two of spring semester. The Recreation Center is offering some really cool activities and President Sands is holding his first Town Hall of spring semester on CSU's Facebook. Also, make sure to check out the news section below as there's a very important survey we would like you to participate in. Have a great week!

Part 1 starts at 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: QPR - Question Persuade Refer - Suicide Prevention Training

Learn to recognize the warning signs of suicide, offer support and hope, and connect others to help and save lives. REGISTER FOR TRAINING HERE.

Part 2 starts at 7:00 PM: Movies for Mental Health. Join the hosts in the evening for an anonymous chat-based workshop discussing some short films and hear about some resources & stories from panelists about mental health. REGISTER FOR MOVIES AND DISCUSSION HERE.

For accessibility-related accommodations or questions, contact amy@artwithimpact.org

Co-hosted by Campus Activities Board and CSU Counseling Center

in partnership with Art with Impact

Follow Student Life's Instagram account (@clestatestudentlife) and join us for Trivia Tuesday! Those who answer correctly are entered for a chance to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card. The more answers you get correct, the more chances you have to win! Winners will be notified Wednesday via Instagram Direct Message. 

Some of the best convos happen over a cup-a-joe! The Recreation Center's new Coffee Talks series is dedicated to sparking conversation and connecting you with people who share your interests in a laid-back, conversational [virtual] setting. Each 30-minute Coffee Talk will feature guest speakers engaging you with tutorials and thoughtful discussion on a variety of topics geared towards students and young adults.

This week's topic is "Managing Personal Finances as a College Student".

Hosted by CSU Campus Recreation Services

Join National Student Speech Language Hearing Association for their first meeting of the semester! They will be going over general updates and resources available for students.

Hosted by the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association

A facilitated Zoom discussion providing support for CSU students of all races who want to come together to share. Hosted by Dr. Bruce Menapace, Counseling Center Psychologist & Dr. Donna Whyte, Instructor of Black Studies, History & Urban Studies courses.

To obtain a Zoom invitation, email your name & CSU Student ID # to b.menapace@csuohio.edu & then you will receive an email containing a link for joining the meeting. The ground rules for our discussions are the CSU Viking Creed.

Co-hosted by CSU Counseling Center & CSU Black Studies Program

Winter + cold + raging pandemic = BOREDOM! But the Rec Center's here to bring a little fun your way! Join them for an evening of fun and games and prizes every Tuesday night. Each week, they'll play a different party game with a different theme to boot, AND if your skills are sharp, you could be $25 richer by the end of the night. (Plus, all participants receives 25 Rec Rewards points each week that can be redeemed for prizes, as well!)

Game nights take place via Zoom - sign up by clicking here for the Google Form. This evening's party game is Scavenger Hunt "Kitchen Edition"! Visit csurec.com for more info.

Hosted by CSU Campus Recreation Services

Drop-in and speak to the staff of Career Services on Zoom! Receive quick, valuable feedback from our staff in a 1-on-1 setting. Ask our Career Services staff any career-related questions you have.

Hosted by CSU Career Services

Head over to CSU's Facebook page to attend this week's Virtual Town Hall! CSU President Harlan M. Sands will update students on the Fall 2020 semester and answer frequently asked questions. CSU students are encouraged to bring additional questions for President Sands.

For their first meeting, the American Medical Student Association is hosting a research panel. The panelists will be discussing how to get involved in summer research opportunities and how to get involved/find research opportunities. (Most summer research opportunities have deadlines in February). Please bring questions! You can post questions in the chat or ask aloud. They recommend having your cameras on to have a more interactive experience with their guest speakers.

Hosted by the American Medical Student Association

It’s time to start building your network—but where do you start? Learn how to network, introduce yourself, and talk to industry professionals from OhioGuidestone and Career Services at their Job Search Boot Camp.

Hosted by CSU Career Services

Join the CSU Rec's intramural team for a night of playing the popular new video game, Among Us! Gameplay takes place the Rec's very own Discord. Free to join - simply sign up via IMLeagues.com.

Hosted by CSU Campus Recreation Services

The Cauldron is CSU's bi-weekly news source. All full-time CSU students are encouraged to contribute articles or multimedia content to any of their sections including; Arts and Entertainment, News, Sports, Features, and Opinion.

Additionally they have a an opening for Sports Editor, which is a scholarship position. Knowledge of athletics is preferred! If anyone have questions about this position or are interested in getting involved please email them at cauldroneditors@gmail.com

CSU offers Tess, a NEW 24/7 mental health chatbot that coaches students through tough times to build resilience, by having text message conversations –similar to texting with a friend or coach. With empathic language, Tess offers clinically proven coping skills and strategies based on what emotions the texter shares.

Research findings show that Tess helps to reduce depression and anxiety. Tess is completely confidential. You can stop a conversation whenever you are ready by simply texting “stop” and/or ask Tess to delete your conversation at any time - It’s that easy!

Visit: Students.MyLifeExpert.com.

The objective of this survey is to better understand the technology readiness and acute challenges for students attempting online learning at universities, colleges, and other adult learning programs in Ohio. Participation in this survey is optional. By choosing to participate, your answers will inform state leaders and policy makers as they make investments in Ohio's higher education strategies.

If you are in need of a laptop computer and/or hotspot, CSU can provide them to you. Please contact the Help Desk at 216-687-5050.

The FYE Peer Mentor serves as a guide to support and provide academic assistance to first year students at Cleveland State University. The Peer Mentor serves as an integral part of the First Year Experience Seminar - Introduction to University Life (ASC 101) and the first-year student acclimation to campus life.

Each Peer Mentor assists students in developing their knowledge, learning new skills and bolstering their confidence to become independent learners with high academic performance. The Peer Mentor works closely with the instructor in planning and preparation for the course, attends each class, assists students in transitioning to Cleveland State University, as well as coordinates multiple out-of-class activities.

Peer Mentors are compensated for working up to 10 hours per week at $10.00 per hour. Interested students can head to https://www.csuohio.edu/fye/peer-mentor-application to learn more information and apply. Applications are due by 12:00pm Wednesday, February 17, 2021. First round interviews (30 minute time-slots) will take place February 24, 2021- March 26, 2021, and you can sign up for a time by visiting our website linked above.

Questions? Please contact First Year Experience at fye@csuohio.edu