Undergrad Volunteers Needed! Stole Pts Awarded

HONOR STOLE POINTS AVAILABLE FOR VOLUNTEERS! If you are a sophomore/junior/senior undergraduate CEHS student and would like to volunteer to speak with prospective students about your SHU experience at the following Open House: Sunday, November 7, 10am-11am, Chancellor's Suite, University Center, please contact Dr. Manina Urgolo-Huckvale at Manina.Urgolo-Huckvale@shu.edu by Noon on Friday, November 5th.

Represent Xi Gamma's Voice on Campus!

Public Service is heavily embedded in the variety of fields/programs we are in. It is my sincere hope that you'll be able to take a few moments to voice your opinions/suggestions via the survey attached (please be sure to indicate that you are KDP when the question arises). Several student organizations on campus have & will participate in taking the survey as well. Deadline for survey feedback is Mon, November 15th. Survey Link: http://studentvoice.com/shu/publicservicemonthstudentsurvey

Is Civility Dead?!?

Are reality shows and social media fueling the death of civility?!? Check out the first installment of a three-part series on NBC's Today show (click on the title of this post). This is a great discussion topic for the high school, college or graduate classroom! What do you think Xi Gamma?!? Let us know!

NJ Proposal to Toughen Bullying Laws

ANTI BULLYING “BILL OF RIGHTS” Four major points of proposed legislation designed to combat incidents of bullying, harassment and intimidation at public schools and colleges: 1. Requires new teachers and administrators hired in the 2011-12 school year to complete an anti-bullying training program, and mandates all teachers must learn about bullying as part of the suicide prevention training they already complete. School board members would also undergo training. 2. Disciplines school administrators who fail to investigate an incident of bullying. 3. Includes “harassment, intimidation and bullying’’ in the types of conduct that may cause a student to be suspended or expelled. 4. Mandates school superintendents deliver a report twice a year at an open school board meeting on “all acts of violence, vandalism, harassment, intimidation or bullying.’’ The report would be used to “grade” schools and districts on their efforts to identify and respond to incidents of bullying under a program devised by the state Education Commissioner. The state’s School Report Cards would also include statistics about bullying. Xi Gamma, feel free to share your thoughts. "Education is a kind of continuing dialogue, and a dialogue assumes different points of view."-- Robert M. Hutchins

Great Xi Gamma Meeting!

Kudos to Xi Gamma Chapter for a very successful Meet & Greet on October 20th! Members contributed great ideas for programming and group service. Looking forward to a great year!

2010 Big East Virtual Career Fair!

Have you registered for the 2010 Big East VIRTUAL Career Fair? Dozens of industry leading employers will have interactive booths where you can apply for jobs, visit employer websites, chat with recruiters, submit your resume, and secure live video interviews! To register, visit: www.bigeastcareerfair.com

Undergrad Volunteers Needed! Stole Pts Awarded

HONOR STOLE POINTS AVAILABLE FOR VOLUNTEERS! If you are a sophomore/junior/senior undergraduate CEHS student and would like to volunteer to speak with prospective students about your SHU experience at the following Open House: Sunday, November 7, 10am-11am, Chancellor's Suite, University Center, please contact Dr. Manina Urgolo-Huckvale at Manina.Urgolo-Huckvale@shu.edu by Noon on Friday, November 5th.

Checking Blog for Updates

Please save the Xi Gamma Chapter Blog on your "favorites" and remember to check it periodically for the latest announcements and updates to our programming calendar. Looking forward to seeing you at the upcoming events!

Congratulations Rev. Msgr. Tom Nydeggar!

Xi Gamma Chapter would like to congratulate one of its very own, Reverend Monsignor Thomas P. Nydegger, Vice Rector and Business Manager of Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology, for his appointment to serve Seton Hall University as Associate Vice President for Student Affairs effective November 1, 2010. Msgr. Nydeggar is a very dedicated member of the SHU community; our students are very fortunate to have you on board in this new capacity. We wish you all the best.

iLead 2010 Conference

KDP's iLead Conference Conference on September 17-18, 2010 is a new two-day interactive institute which focuses on developing good teacher-leader skills to empower you to make a difference in your classroom, building, district, state or beyond. Registration: $35/person until September 10 ($45 late reg from 9/10-9/16) On-site registration will be accepted for $60/person For more info go to: http://www.kdp.org/ilead.php Xi Gamma will offer honor stole points for attending and/or facilitating a presentation at the conference.

Graduated from the CEHS? Join us on FB!

Join the CEHS Alumni Network on Facebook.com and stay connected! Find free resources, alumni events/professional development opportunities, classmates, faculty/admin, job postings and much more! Are you celebrating an award or achievement? We'd love to hear from you, too! Go to www.facebook.com/shu.cehs and join our fan page! Please Note: Your FB profile page is not viewable when you join a "fan page"; only basic info is available.

Scholarships Available!!! Deadlines Approaching

The Ruth Sharkey Academic Resource Center continues to add additional scholarship opportunities for students, serving a variety of backgrounds and disciplines. Many scholarship applications have deadlines in the early fall, making the summertime an excellent opportunity to put together your application. In addition to the links below, the Academic Resource Center (ARC) is available to assist students in finding the right scholarship for them, and guide them through the application process. Please call, e-mail, or drop by. ARC Homepage: http://www.shu.edu/academics/artsci/arc/index.cfm Scholarship information at the ARC: http://www.shu.edu/academics/artsci/arc/arc-scholarship-opportunities.cfm Or to contact the Academic Resource Center: call: 973-761-9108 e-mail: arc@shu.edu Drop in to A&S 202

Principal Needed!

Saint Peter School seeks a dynamic and creative leader to serve as principal. The successful candidate must possess excellent leadership and communication skills and the enthusiasm for nurturing an outstanding religious, academic and extra-curricular program for its multicultural student body. Qualifications: • A practicing Roman Catholic committed to the development of the Catholic faith in the school. • At least 5 years of successful teaching/administrative experience. • Masters degree, preferably in administration, supervision and/or curriculum. • NJ State Principal Certification, its equivalent or eligibility for this certification. • The ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, parents, pastor and board. • Fluency in Spanish desirable. Please submit letter of interest, resume and three educational references by July 30, 2010 to: Principal’s Search Committee Saint Peter School Office of the Superintendent of Schools 171 Clifton Avenue Newark, New Jersey 07104-0500

Lisa Didow Named 2010 Udall Scholar

Newly inducted Xi Gamma member Lisa Didow '11 was recently named a Morris K. Udall Scholar for 2010. Lisa is majoring in Elementary/Special Education and Environmental Studies, and plans to teach middle school science. She joins a class of 80 Udall scholars who were chosen from among 537 candidates representing 256 colleges and universities nationwide. A 14-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, health care or tribal public policy; leadership potential; and academic achievement. Congratulations!!!

High School Teachers Needed!

Cranford High School is looking for teachers! Click on the link below for descriptions and an application: http://www.applitrack.com/cranford/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&category=High+School+Teaching

Chemistry Teacher Needed!

Morris Hills HS in Rockaway has an immediate opening for a Chemistry teacher. Applications are available at www.mhrd.k12.nj.us, or contact Kevin Doyle at kevinsdoyle@yahoo.com.

Volunteer Opportunity - CCD Instruction

The Director of Religious Education at St. Theresa's in Kenilworth, Sr. Monique Huart, is looking for responsible, dependable teachers for 2010-2011 CCD classes. CCD classes will be held on Sunday morning, Monday after school and evenings, Tuesday afternoon and alternating evenings and Wednesday evening (6th grade). CCD classes usually run for 45 minutes. If interested, please contact Sr. Monique at 908-276-4681.

First Xi Gamma President Addresses Initiates!

A special thanks to John V. Orfini, First Xi Gamma President, who addressed our new members at the 2010 KDP Induction Ceremony where he reminded them that "our scope has no boundary, only infinitum, through the life stories of those we touch, teach, every day".

Welcome New Xi Gamma Members!

Xi Gamma would like to congratulate and welcome our 153 new members inducted into Kappa Delta Pi on April 24, 2010. We look forward to a wonderful year filled with great programming and new ideas to move the chapter to even greater heights!

Xi Gamma Induction tomorrow!

Xi Gamma is very excited to be inducting new members and honoring those that have served their community tomorrow at 10am, Jubilee Hall Auditorium, SHU. Candidates need to report to Jubilee Hall Auditorium by 9:15am to check in, turn in their Initiate Forms (if not done already), and be placed in line for procession. (An e-mail was sent to candidates) KDP Twill Shirts will be sold for $20!