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The Champlain Explorer
Welcome to the second issue of Champlain's new campus newsletter -
The Champlain Explorer - named in honor of our namesake Samuel de Champlain.
About a third of the people we sent this to last week opened the email. Not bad for an unknown product in the sea of emails we all receive daily. Our goal is to make The Champlain Explorer one of your must-read emails. If you are reading this, ask your colleagues if they saw it. Help spread the word on campus about this new information source. It comes out on Tuesday, and looks ahead to the next Tuesday.
You can help play a role in the success of this effort by sending the news you want to share with a broader campus community to news@champlain.edu. You will also be able to find an online archive of The Champlain Explorer at www.champlain.edu/marketing.html. If you have ideas for the newsletter, please send them to Stephen Mease, Public Information and News Director, smease@champlain.edu.
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 How to Train a Video Game Designer | |
Jane Lindholm and Bob Kinzel of Vermont Edition.
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Ann DeMarle and Amanda Crispel on VPR's Vermont Edition
Thursday, 01/24/13 Noon and 7 p.m.
Last week President Obama called for more research into the "effects violent video games have on young minds." Vice President Biden told representatives from the video game industry that they needed to address how they are perceived by the public. Indeed, the public conversation about violence in our society often lays some of the blame at the feet of the video game industry.
According to the Princeton Review, Champlain College is one of the top video game design schools in the country. Professors there are teaching the next generation of video game designers, and they think a lot about how they are perceived by the public and the role of violence in video games. What will the next generation of video game designers look like? How do the designers themselves think about violence in video games? We'll talk with Amanda Crispel, and Ann DeMarle, both professors of video game design at Champlain College.
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Champlain to Receive Award in India
News from Jim Cross and International Studies
Champlain College has been selected to receive the Indus Foundation Education Excellence Award in the field of Animation and Computer Graphics. Please see the announcement below from the Chairman of the Indus Foundation Mr. Arha. I will be in India attending/presenting at the Indo-American Summit in Hyderabad from Jan. 30 to Feb. 5 and we will receive the award at that time. Sarah Gibson of Admissions is participating with support from Ian Mortimer. Our overall goal is to continue to build the Champlain College brand in India working with the Indus Foundation.
Dear Dr. James P. Cross,
Thank you for your nomination. The selection committee of the Indus Foundation has carefully reviewed the nomination sent by you. I am greatly pleased to inform you that the Champlain College has been selected for the Global Award for Educational Excellence in the field of Animation and Computer Graphics. I believe that the Champlain College is a worthy recipient of this prestigious award, and feel certain that the selection committee has made an excellent choice. This award brings much deserved honor to your college. The Award comprising of a Certificate and a Memento will be presented during the valedictory function scheduled for Feb. 3, 2013 at 4.30 p.m. in the Peacock Hall of Marigold Hotel. Please accept my warmest congratulations and those of everyone here at the Indus Foundation. With warm regards, C.D.Arha, IAS (Retd.)
Former Secretary, Government of India
Chairman, The Indus Foundation
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Student Artwork on Display in NYC
Artwork from three Champlain College students wason display at this past weekend's Postcards From the Edge Benefit at Sikkema Jenkins & Co. gallery, located at 530 W. 22nd Street in New York City, NY.
This popular event known as one of the highlight benefits from Visual AIDS, gives the public an opportunity to purchase original pieces of artwork by both established and emerging artists for only $85 each. Visual AIDS first held Postcards From the Edge in 1988 and has since raised nearly $600,000 via this annual fundraiser. Since the events conception, artists from around the world have donated over 15,000 postcard-sized works.
The three Champlain students - Nicholas Ledak, Tyler Uhlendorff, and Michael Cortigiano, had their artwork displayed in the same exhibition with some of the most successful artists in the world including Jeff Koons, Kiki Smith, Julia Mehretu, and John Baldessari.
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A Day of Sugarbush Skiing for $15
A deal from Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce for Champlain College employees
It's that time of year again! All employees of LCRCC member businesses (Champlain College is a member) are eligible for an incredible rate of $15 for Chamber Ski Day on Sunday, March 3! The day begins with ticket pick-up at 8 am, then enjoy the slopes with your friends. At 3 pm, join us at Timbers Restaurant for a private
Apr�s Ski Party, complete with free hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. Already have a season pass to Sugarbush? Your registration will include access to the Apr�s Ski Party and one free drink. For this event, you must pre-register as there will not be registration the day of the event. The registration deadline is February 28 at noon
Sunday, March 3 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tickets are $15 for Chamber members, $55 for Spouses/Partners, and $45 for Children 18 and younger
(price includes lift ticket and Apr�s Ski Party) CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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Life's Transitions - Are You Prepared?
A survey request from The Office of Advancement
Last spring the Planned Giving Advisory Council, in conjunction with the Advancement Office, hosted a seminar for faculty/staff entitled, "Life's Transitions: Are you Prepared?" It proved to be a helpful discussion surrounding a number of relevant "life changing" events. Following the seminar a survey of attendees provided feedback and encouraged future sessions. Please follow the survey link and take a few moments to consider where your interests lie. Your feedback will help us to provide an informative and pertinent seminar later on this year. The survey will be open and available through Friday, February 1.
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Staff Council Meeting Tomorrow
From Sue Powers-Bellew, Staff Council Board
The next Staff Council meeting is Wednesday, January 30 at 9 a.m. in Lakeside Rooms 101/102.
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
8:30 AM - 8:33 AM: Welcome/Call meeting to order
8:33 AM - 8:35 AM: Approval of the minutes from the previous meeting / Announcement of New Staff
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Jayson
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Boyers
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Executive Director
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CPS
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Jamie
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Koenemann
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Associate Budget Director
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Finance
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Judy
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Delage
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Executive Assistant
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President's Office
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Rebecca
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Corneau
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Sr. Search Engine Marketing Manager
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CPS
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Theresa
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Petrow
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Switchboard/Mailroom Coordinator
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Physical Plant/Mailroom
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Marc
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Wilhem
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Asst Professor
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CCM (Game Design)
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Alan
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Carbery
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Asst Director
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Library
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8:35 AM - 9:00 AM: Committee Updates
- Staff Welfare Committee - Christina Erickson/Abbey Mendenhall
- Professional Development Committee - Ellen Zeman
- Networking Committee - Jason Borges
- Wellness Committee - Debra Dayman
- Managers Roundtable updates- Roland Palmer
- College Council updates - Staff Representative (if present) or Roland Palmer
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM: Meet Katie Hawley, Vice President and Secretary of the Corporation
9:15 AM - 9:20 AM: Sue Powers - Toastmaster Update
9:20 AM - 9:25 AM: Roland Palmer - February Staff Council Meeting Announcement
9:25 AM - 9:30 AM: Christina Erickson, Eco-Reps Update, Q&A
9:30 AM - 9:35 AM: Open Forum - Staff announcements & updates, shout outs, etc
9:35 AM - 9:43 AM: E3 Peer to Peer Recognition - Roland Palmer
9:43 AM - 9:45 AM: Door Prize Drawing
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The Champlain College Young Writers' Conference
Do you know a young writer who would benefit from a weekend of writing workshops, craft sessions, and open mic at the Champlain College Young Writers' Conference, May 24-26. Now in it's 13th year, the program is dedicated to helping high school students who wish to share their passion for story, drama, and song with their writerly brothers and sisters - and with celebrated New England authors. The Conference offers three days of readings, improv, poetry slams, literary jazz/blues fusion, and extended friendship on the hillside campus of Champlain College in Burlington, Vermont.
The 2013 KEYNOTE SPEAKER, POET AND ESSAYIST, WESLEY MCNAIR, is the Poet Laureate of Maine and the author of 19 books, including poetry, nonfiction, and edited anthologies. Often featured on Garrison Keillor's Writer's Almanac, McNair has received numerous honors including two Rockefeller Fellowships, two National Endowment for the Arts Fellowships, a Guggenheim, the Theodore Roethke Prize and The Jane Kenyon Award for Outstanding Book of Poetry. The postmark DEADLINE OF FEBRUARY 15 is fast approaching. Download an application (or cover letter & brochure) from www.champlain.edu/write.
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 View the Most Recent Sustain Champlain E-Bulletin
Announcements, opportunities and events related to sustainable living at Champlain College and in the broader community.
Introducing the Swap Shelf! Do you have an endless supply of paperclips that you don't need? Looking for a 3-ring binder for one of your classes? Before you shop, SWAP! Check out the new Swap Shelf for office and school supplies, located in the lower entry way of Cushing Hall, just outside of the Mailroom. Feel free to drop items off or pick them up as available.
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 SGA Newsletter The Student Government Association (SGA) just released their first newsletter. To learn more about clubs, changes on campus, local partnerships, and other SGA Initiatives, check it out!
Also, the SGA's first public meeting of the semester will take place Tuesday, Feb. 5 at 8:30 p.m. in Hauke 005. It's a great time and place to hear updates and ask questions about changes on campus.
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Send your news and notables to news@champlain.edu
 SABBATICAL SERIES: This spring semester, seven faculty members who were on sabbatical for some or all of the 2011-12 academic year will give on-campus presentations in which they will discuss and answer questions about what they did and accomplished during their sabbatical leave. All members of the faculty and staff are invited to attend each of these presentations.
First up is Gary Scudder. He will present TODAY, Jan. 29, from 2 to 3:15 p.m. in Wick 100. He will, in his words, "talk about the year he spent teaching and serving as Assistant Dean of Curriculum at Zayed University in the United Arab Emirates." He'll discuss "the challenges of curricular redesign in the Middle East in the shadow of the Arab Spring, teaching Emirati female students, life in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, and the logic of ignoring both the State Department and his friends when he visited Yemen."
 JOHN PELLETIER, Director of the Center of Financial Literacy (CFL) at Champlain College was recently interviewed by a USA TODAY Collegiate Correspondent for a piece called, "Students with Credit Cards on a Slippery Slope." Read the article at: |
Spring Study Abroad Fair
The Office of International Education is sponsoring Champlaiin's Spring 2013 Study Abroad Fair TODAY - Tuesday, Jan. 29, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the IDX Fireside Lounge.
Meet students and staff representing our Montreal and Dublin campuses and representatives from third-party study abroad providers & Global Partner Programs. Plus info on the China Internship Program. Questions? Contact ngoldblatt@champlain.edu
Brown Bag Lunch: "Adventures in Amazon Beekeeping!"
Guest speaker: Kristin Wolf, Assistant Professor, Core Division
When & Where: Thursday, Jan. 31, 12:30-2 p.m., Morgan Room
Join Kristin Wolf, Core faculty member, as she presents her community-driven development work with indigenous peoples of the Peruvian Amazon.
Come learn about the fascinating social structure and life history of honeybees, how they are being put to good use to preserve the unique culture and ecosystems of the Amazon, and how the new apiary at Champlain connects to this endeavor. Hosted by the Library and the Core Division.
 Yak Lunch at the Lodge on Thursday
Yes, yak burgers, the latest healthy/yummy eating craze is here, thanks to BYOBiz entrepreneur/chef Nick Foss (BUS '13) and his "supply chain" Rob Williams. Nick plans to roll a Yak-centric food cart to farmers markets and other venues starting this spring and will be gearing up with some Yak burger/sausage promotions this semester in partnership with the Lodge. Check it out Thursday, Jan. 31, between 11:30 and 1 p.m., at the Lodge next to Fireside Lounge in IDX. A similar event last semester was a sell-out. Don't miss it.
Mindful Meditation on Mondays
Every Monday from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. in MIC 301 - Vista Room (library). Beginners are welcome. Open to all. Give yourself some time to relax.
National Wear Red Day - Friday, February 1, 2013
Heart disease is still the number 1 killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year. The American Heart Association works to fund research and fight this killer. You as an individual can help by deciding to "Go Red." On Wear Red Day, Friday, Feb. 1, come to work dressed in red. Also, help raise funds by donating $5 or more and receive your "red dress" pin or sticker! Donations can be made out to The American Heart Association and can be sent in to Human Resources Box 14 by January 29. A Lakeside Campus Competition is brewing to see which department will wear the most crimson.
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For more BYOBiz Speaking from Experience events, visit http://www.champlain.edu/byobiz/speaking-from-experience-lecture-series.html
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President David Finney speaks at a dinner for visiting high school guidance counselors.
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A group of high school guidance counselors from across the country were at Champlain College this week to learn more about the campus, Champlain's programs and career-focused education.
After a 24-hour stay with us, they were off to visit UVM and Saint Michael's College while in Vermont.
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