Make sure to visit VikesConnect for lots of other activities & events throughout the week!

Good Monday morning Vikings! Welcome to week three of spring semester. Plenty to engage in this week, below is just a sample. We hope you have a great week!

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Double Good Popcorn Fundraising

January 27 - 31

Online

The Black Student Union is hosting a fundraiser to support their events and programs that celebrate culture, unity, and community growth.

This fundraiser is 100% contactless. BSU keeps 50% of all sales and the product ships directly to the buyer. Prices for Signature Bags start at $11 and the Curated Collection starts at $31. Their fundraising window begins on January 27, 2025, at 12:00am and goes until January 31, 2025, at 12:00am.

The best way to support their fundraiser is to purchase popcorn directly at:

https://popup.doublegood.com/s/1t4e2zz1

Hosted by Black Student Union

Zine Creation Sessions

Monday, January 27

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

BH 142

This ongoing program will allow campus community members to engage around topics important to them and create a zine. Zines have been used over time to connect and amplify the voices of those experiencing marginalization. Open sessions held on Mondays.

Hosted by The Mareyjoyce Green Women's Center

Group Kickoff

Monday, January 27

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

BH 323

During the kickoff of Delight, they typically have hot cocoa and do a small activity. Other things they do during kickoff is introduce leaders or any new leaders, discuss the book they will be going over during the semester, and go over what they encourage during their meetings. It's usually a great time and they always look forward to it and invite you to join the fun! 

Hosted by Delight Ministries

Fraternity & Sorority Life 101 (FSL 101)

Tuesday, January 28

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

SC 313/315

Interested in joining a fraternity or sorority at Cleveland State? Come join CCE staff for an FSL 101 session! They will discuss an overview of what Fraternity & Sorority LIfe (FSL) is at CSU including what organizations are on campus, how they are different, ways you can join, the benefits of joining, and answer any questions that students may have about joining a fraternity or sorority at CSU. In addition, you will also complete an Anti-Hazing Training that is required for students joining student organizations. RSVP for a session here: https://forms.office.com/r/JxWT752jxa

If you have any questions, please reach out to Micaela Ostheimer at m.ostheimer@csuohio.edu. 

Hosted by Center for Campus Engagement

CWRU Representative Q&A, Lecture, and Demonstration

Tuesday, January 28

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

RW202

The members of CAA Pathways are hosting a representative from Case Wester Reserve University to come to CSU to speak about the CAA Program. The event will provide a Q&A and lecture about the program and what a CAA's daily responsibilities when they are present in the Operation Room, followed along with a demonstration on a SynDaver!

Hosted by CAA Pathways

PPGOH Testing

Wednesday, January 29

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

BH 142

Prioritize your sexual health with HIV/STI/Pregnancy/HRT testing and/or consult for birth control.

Hosted by The Mareyjoyce Green Women's Center

Q(TEA)BIPoC

Wednesday, January 29

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

BH 211

Step into Q(TEA)BIPOC, where every cup of tea comes with a side of storytelling! It’s a monthly rendezvous for queer folks and allies of color to spill the tea, share our stories, and celebrate your vibrant community—one sip at a time! Whether you're spilling the latest gossip or sharing your journey, this is the place for queer folks and allies of color to connect, laugh, and sip together! Come by the LGBTQ+ Center at 3PM!

Hosted by LGBTQ+ Student Services

Self-Care Hour

Thursday, January 30

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

BH 142

These ongoing sessions will give students the opportunity to engage in creative self-care activities while connecting with each other. 

Hosted by The Mareyjoyce Green Women's Center

Startup Essentials

Thursday, January 30

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Online

In this workshop, you will learn the essential information you will need to get a head start on your business planning. Topics include understanding your market, learning how to validate who your customer really is, and feasibility of the business itself, and starting a business in Ohio. Don't miss out on this information packed course! Presented by Katie Van Dyke, Director, CSU SBDC

Hosted by CSU Monte Ahuja College of Business

Women's Support Group

Thursday, January 30

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

BH 142

Connect with other women, give and receive support in a share safe space in the Women's Center conference room.

Hosted by The Mareyjoyce Green Women's Center

Wii Love CAB!

Thursday, January 30

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Student Center Ballroom

Let’s game together! Wii Love CAB is your chance to revisit nostalgic Wii games and friendly competition. Join CAB in a laid-back, fun-filled gaming lounge complete with Wii consoles, giant bean bags, and snacks galore. Challenge your friends in Mario Kart, Just Dance, and other classics! Plus, CAB members will be there to chat about upcoming events and share how YOU can get involved. Swing by, snack up, and get ready to game on!

Hosted by Campus Activities Board

Prayer Meeting

Friday, January 31

7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

CSU, Parker Hannifin, Rm 103-Dining A

Are you a student at Cleveland State University seeking spiritual growth, community, and meaningful discussions? Global Intervaristy Christian Fellowship invites you to thier engaging prayer meeting.

Come prepared to participate, ask questions, and share your thoughts. Their aim is to create an environment where everyone's perspective is valued. Explore the wisdom of the scriptures together and create a vibrant community of faith on campus!

Hosted by Global InterVarsity Christian Fellowship

Vikings @ Home

Come out and cheer on YOUR CSU Vikings this week at home! For more information, visit https://csuvikings.com

Friday, January 31

Wrestling vs Northern Illinois

7:00 PM

Woodling Gym

Go Vikings!

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Attacks Targeting FAFSA Recipients

While researching colleges and universities, most students have considered applying for Federal assistance or have already received Federal assistance. An essential part of this process is creating an account through studentaid.gov.

In recent years, threat actors have been researching institutions across the United States, crafting malicious, look-a-like emails, known as Phishing emails in an attempt to get users to provide their credentials. Emails like this may seem legitimate to the untrained eye, but do not be fooled. These are essentially fake emails containing fake links to sites that may seem legitimate, but only serve the primary purpose of stealing your login.

Here are a few tips to help you identify a phishing email.

• Check the sender’s email address, attackers mimic legitimate sources.
• Beware if the nature of the email requests urgent or immediate action.
• If you suspect an email to be a phishing attempt, report and block it.

For more information, click here.

Mark Your Calendars! Cleveland State University's Office of Career Development & Exploration presents the CSU Spring 2025 Campus Wide Career Fair

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

10 AM to 2 PM

Student Center Atrium & Glasscock Ballroom

Attend to meet with a number of top employers who are HIRING! Open to students and alumni of all majors, skills and interests!

Be sure to register in advance on Handshake and pay attention to your email for more details about the event, tips on what to expect and how to prepare, a map of the fair and more. (Advance registration encouraged, not required).

Brought to you by CSU Career Development & Exploration

Get Connected!

Download the Modern Campus Involve App for VikesConnect!

The Center for Campus Engagement is excited to announce the release of the new app for VikesConnect. With this new app, you can check into events quickly and easily. You can also see events happening on campus and explore over 200 student organizations.

In your app store, search on Modern Campus - Involve.

Have you considered the National Student Exchange

program for a semester or year?

National Student Exchange offers study away at colleges and universities throughout the United States, Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Undergraduates can spend a semester or the academic year at another university. If you are interested in new challenges or just need a change of pace, NSE may be for you. NSE has 170+ campuses available for Fall 2025 and Spring 2025. Applications are due by Friday, February 28, 2025. https://nse.org/exchange/apply/

NSE is affordable. Students continue to pay tuition to their home campus while on exchange. Best of all, most financial aid applies.

NSE is accessible. Beyond being affordable, NSE is also accessible. No passport is required (other than Canada-U.S. exchange) and our eligibility requirements are modest.

NSE enhances your academics. NSE students take classes that apply to degree requirements and/or take classes not available at your home campus. Find campuses with your major.

NSE offers adventure. Exchange to a campus different than your own! Experience a large research university or perhaps a small private college. Exchange to a big city campus, a campus near the beach or in the mountains, or a campus in a college town. Exchange to a Multicultural Serving Institution (MSI) including HBCUs, HSIs, and AANAPISIs. Or perhaps check out Puerto Rico or Canada.

Scholarships in the amount of $6000 for exchange to Canada are available for US citizens through the Fulbright Killam Fellowship Program. Killam applications are due January 31, 2025. https://www.fulbright.ca/programs/killam-fellowships/americans

Explore your options using NSE's searchable map! https://nse.org/exchange/find-campus/

SUBMIT AN INQUIRY https://nse.org/exchange/contact/

Schedule an Appointment: through Starfish (service: CISP Education Away) 

Attend an NSE INFO SESSION to learn the basics of NSE (tuition, financial aid, course options, housing, and research tips). https://nse.org/exchange/info/ 

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