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

Good Monday Morning, Vikings and welcome to week 8 of fall semester. Midterms are upon us and we wish you the best this week. Make sure to get plenty of rest, take breaks and eat right. Don't overstress yourself! Organizations are starting to gear up for Halloween, some are even celebrating a few weeks early! Below is just a small sample of all the events and activities this week. Enjoy!

Go Vikings!

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Deep Thoughts with the Dean

Sometimes, I just don’t have the right words. Sometimes, my emotions are so big and things feel so challenging that I am uncertain how to appropriately share my thoughts. But I know I can always listen and make sure students in our community feel heard and supported. For students who may also be having deep thoughts, the Counseling Center is available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week by calling 216.687.2277. You can schedule appointments online https://www.csuohio.edu/counselingcenter or reach out during crisis hours which are Monday – Friday, 1:00pm – 3:00pm. Counseling offers confidential individual appointments and group therapy.

The CARE Team is also available every weekday by emailing magnusacts@csuohio.edu. CARE offers individualized case management and helps students navigate different barriers. Both of these resources are here for you as CSU students. I am also available to offer support – whether it is to listen while we grab a coffee (I’ll grab a tea!) or plan a visit where Rune or Thor come to offer snuggles, know that I am here. Email me at deanofstudents@csuohio.edu. The CSU Community cares about you. We’re here to help you through the big, challenging, wonderful, terrible, unknowable things. 

--Dean Ali, AVP & Dean of Students

Cheating is Scary:

Celebrate International Day of Action for Academic Integrity!

Monday, October 16

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

SC Inner Link

Wednesday is the International Day of Action for Academic Integrity. They're celebrating early on Monday! Join the Office of Community Standards & Advocacy and the Dean of Students for academic integrity trivia and prizes! Cheating is scary! Hear from experts on how to avoid academic misconduct and demonstrate academic integrity at CSU! Stop by their table in the inner link, spin the wheel, and try to win prizes including gift cards, device chargers, ear pod cleaners, journals, and more. Prizes available for CSU students but all are welcome to spin the wheel and answer fun trivia! Questions? Email: communitystandards@csuohio.edu.

Hosted by Office of Community Standards & Advocacy and the Dean of Students

Decorating Pumpkins with the Dean

Monday, October 16

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

LGBTQ+ Center BH 211

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Join the LGBTQ+ Center and the Dean of Students for Fantastic Fall Fun! We're decorating pumpkins in the LGBTQ+ Center (BH 211). Paint, stickers, glitter paint - whatever your heart desires! Mini pumpkins and supplies provided.

Hosted by LGBTQ+ Center & Dean of Students

CSU Jazz Combos Concert

Monday, October 16

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Drinko Hall, Music & Communication Building

The School of Music's two jazz combos, directed by Joe Miller and Alfredo Guerrieri, present their fall concert.

Hosted by School of Music

Spooky Land

Tuesday, October 17

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Student Center Atrium

This event will include fun spooky activities from each organization as well as educational information about the background of Halloween there will be candy, music, and decorations! Wear your best costume for a chance to win a gift card! Don't be afraid to come join the fun!

Hosted by H.Y.P.E. Team

Road to Nowhere: Debt-Related Driver’s License Suspensions in Ohio

Tuesday, October 17

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Roberta Steinbacher Atrium (First Floor)

Maxine Goodman Levin School of Urban Affairs

It is estimated that at least 11 million people nationwide have their drivers' licenses suspended not because they are dangerous drivers, but simply because they can’t afford to pay a ticket or fine. In Ohio's urban communities, there are over 700 total suspensions for every 1,000 people of driving-age. While many states have responded to this problem by changing their laws, Ohio remains one of the states that use drivers license suspensions to severely penalize those in debt, resulting in a viscous cycle of poverty and criminalization.

Learn more about this event:

https://levin.csuohio.edu/events/road-nowhere-debt-related-drivers-license-suspensions-in-ohio

Hosted by Levin College of Public Affairs and Education

On Wednesdays - We Wear Pink

Wednesday, October 18

All Day

Instagram (@CSUDeanofStudents)

We will have two social media opportunities to show off your pink spirit! CSU Students who post photos of themselves wearing pink / with pink accessories by the end of the day on 10/18/23 will be entered to win one of 3 gift cards.

Student Organizations who post a group photo showing off their pink pride by the end of the day on 10/18/23 will be entered to win a catering gift card for future programming events. Open to all CSU students and CSU Registered Student Orgs. Must post to Instagram and tag @CSUDeanofStudents. Questions? Email deanofstudents@csuohio.edu

Hosted by the Dean of Students

BSU's Turkey Bowl Tournament

Wednesday, October 18 - Friday, October 20

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Washkewicz Lawn

All students from Cleveland State University are welcomed to play fun and safe games of flag football in a competitive tournament spread throughout October 18th-October 20th.

Hosted by Black Student Union

Fall Anti-Hazing Training

Come join the Center for Campus Engagement to learn more about how to prevent hazing on campus and resources for how to report hazing on campus! This training would count for hazing training requirement for students looking to join student organizations. Please RSVP to let us know if you are able to attend one of the below Anti-Hazing Trainings

• Tuesday October 24th at 11:30am in BH 305
• Thursday November 9th at 4pm in SC 313/315
• Tuesday November 14th at 11:30am in BH 305

CSU Jazz Band Fall Concert

Thursday, October 19

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Waetjen Auditorium, Music & Communication Building

The School of Music's jazz big band performs under the direction of Dr. John Perrine.

Hosted by School of Music

October Fall Activities With MIA

Friday, October 20

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Student Center Atrium Upper Level

CSU students can engage and learn in a safe campus environment and increase their social connection and leadership skills. This event provides a shift in their mindset and reduces stress. There will be Tie-Dye T-Shirts, jewelry design, pumpkin painting activities for students to enjoy.

Hosted by Modern Interpretation of the Arts Association (MIA)

The City is Our Campus Event:

Nightmare Cleveland Haunted House

Friday, October 20

8:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Nightmare Cleveland Haunted House

7460 Brookpark Rd, Cleveland, OH 44129

This is going to be a spooktacular event! Join the CSU Recreation Center for a scare at the Nightmare Cleveland Haunted House for an early Halloween celebration. The City is Our Campus has a total of 20 free tickets to offer students so they can Trick or Treat themselves to a spooky night! Reserve your spot in the CSU Rec Member Connect App!

Tickets will be emailed to registered students the week of the event. For more information, email Laura Garvin at l.garvin@vikes.csuohio.edu or see our website at https://csurec.com/shine-well/the-city-is-our-campus/

Hosted by University Recreation and Wellbeing

Bootanical Bash

Sunday, October 22

10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Botanical Gardens

Join VE and the botanical gardens in their annual Bootanical Bash! They will pass candy to kids and help with games/activities. Please dress for the weather! Kid-appropriate costumes are encouraged but not mandatory. Travel is not provided for this event. There are 10 spots available. If you plan on attending please fill out this google form: https://forms.gle/jBxST4UaPYMDZG3Q8

Volunteers must be vaccinated and have their vaccine cared present for event. 

Hosted by Viking Expeditions

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

Friday, October 20

Women's Tennis - Viking Invitational

TIME: TBA

Medical Mutual Tennis Pavilion

Saturday, October 21

Women's Tennis - Viking Invitational

TIME: TBA

Medical Mutual Tennis Pavilion

Women's Soccer vs Wright State (Alumni Night)

7:00 PM

Krenzler Field

Sunday, October 22

Women's Tennis - Viking Invitational

TIME: TBA

Medical Mutual Tennis Pavilion

Go Vikings!

Upcoming Religious & Spiritual Observances

October 15-23: Navratri (Hindu) – Festival of 9 nights celebrating the Goddess in her various forms, most typically as Ma Durga

October 16: Birth of the Báb (Bahá’í) – Celebrates the birth of the Báb, one of the founders of the Bahá’í Faith.

October 17: Birth of Bahá’u’lláh (Bahá’í) – Celebrates the birth of Bahá’u’lláh, the founder of the Bahá’í Faith

Grab a Bite to Eat with President Bloomberg

In an effort to have more conversations on a regular basis, President Bloomberg will be hosting monthly meals with students. For each meal, she will invite a small group of students along with a staff member from the President’s Office. During these meals, she simply want to get a chance to learn about you, what brought you to CSU and what’s on your mind. Each group will consist of students from different academic programs and colleges. She wants you to have a chance to hear from students with experiences different from your own.

If you are interested in attending one of these meals, please click here to complete the interest form. Your name will be entered into a drawing to be invited at a later date. And to accommodate your schedule, President Bloomberg will be hosting meals at different times of the day. When you complete the form, please indicate which meals best fit your availability and class schedules.

Calling all Student Organizations –

Participate in this Year’s Vikings Give Clothing Drive by Partnering with University Marketing!

Vikings Give is back and this year, we’re looking to partner with student organizations to make our drive bigger and better! Join University Marketing and staff across campus to see which student organization can collect the most winter weather donations starting November 6. If your student org is interested in earning community service or volunteer hours or is interested in giving back and serving our community, please email Lisa Evans at l.evans22@csuohio.edu for more information!

We know you're doing amazing things. Share those amazing things with us so we can recognize you! Visit our Recognize Someone nomination form to nominate a friend/colleague for recognition from the Dean of Students Office. All those recognized receive a certificate and are entered into monthly gift card prizes.

Not sure what to share? Share all the great things!

• Did your friend study really hard for an exam? We want to know!
• Did your roommate get a fun new job? Tell Us!
• Did your student organization host an awesome service project? We want to know all of the great things - big and small!

Questions? Reach out to cedei@csuohio.edu to connect with Social Media & Recognition Intern, Ci'ara Akers. Start sharing today. No limit to how many times you share. The link will remain open all year. Recognition open to all CSU students.

Get Connected!

Download the VikesConnect App!

Download the Modern Campus Presence app for VikesConnect and always be connected! Use the app to see what events and activities are happening on campus, connect with student clubs and organizations, and check-in to events.

Relaxation Room

RT 1240

The Relaxation Room is a safe space for students to relax, decompress, and take some time to re-group. The space is designed to be quiet and reflective. Students can listen to soothing music, practice meditation, practice mindfulness and try a variety of other relaxation techniques if they choose.

To request a time, click here or email studentwellness@csuohio.edu

Sign up for a 30 minute time slot today and come to Rhodes Tower 1240 to intentionally relax.

Brought to you by Student Wellness Programs and the H.Y.P.E. Team