Names & Events

March 27
Students can attend a job fair 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the WTLO lobby on NW Campus. Students need to dress professionally and have an elevator speech prepared — a 30-60 second verbal self-marketing presentation.

March 27
SE Campus presents Men of Color Financial Literacy seminar noon-1:30 p.m. in the Century Room (ESED 2129). Academic advisor Casey Ramos will engage students in transferring and degree completion information. For more information, call Ramos at 817-515-3319 or email casey.ramos@tccd.edu.

March 27
The SE reading and writing resource center is offering two MLA workshops 3-3:30 p.m. and 3:30-4 p.m. in ESEE 1225. The first workshop will focus on in-text citations and help students with formatting, and the second workshop will focus on works cited. Students are encouraged to bring current writing assignments and can ask questions regarding their papers. Students may attend one or both of the workshops. For more information, call the reading and writing resource center at 817-515-3808.

March 28
The SE reading and writing resource center will offer a spelling tips workshop 10-10:30 a.m. The workshop focuses on spelling tips and commonly misused words. For more information, call the center at 817-515-3808.

March 28
Andy Hollinger, NE history instructor, will present Elements of Successful Leadership 12:30-1:30 p.m. in Center Corner (NSTU 1615A) on NE Campus. He will show students the qualities needed to enhance the probability of success socially and professionally.

March 28
Students can practice interview strategies and a speed network with staff and employers during the Brand U Speed Networking Marathon on South Campus 1:30-3:30 p.m. in the SSTU Forum Room. For more information, call South career services coordinator Monica Miranda at 817-515-4551.

March 29  The SE library and the culinary arts department will present Growing Culinary Herbs noon-1 p.m. in the Library Silent Study Area (ESED 1212). Tarrant County Master Gardener Association’s Rita Hottel will tell students how to grow herbs in North Texas conditions. For more information, call the library at 817-515-3081. The Collegian file photo
March 29
The SE library and the culinary arts department will present Growing Culinary Herbs noon-1 p.m. in the Library Silent Study Area (ESED 1212). Tarrant County Master Gardener Association’s Rita Hottel will tell students how to grow herbs in North Texas conditions. For more information, call the library at 817-515-3081.
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March 31
Focused: Completely Christ Centered, a Christian student ministry, will host a night of worship 7-8:30 p.m. in the WTLO theater on NW Campus. The free event includes live music, snacks and guest speaker Tim Whitney. For more information, call student activities at 817-515-7795.

 

April 1
Gaming students are invited to help Gamers United raise money by attending the tournament 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on TR Campus in the Riverfront Café. With an admission fee of $2, students can join and play Halo on the Xbox 360. No skill level or registration is required.

April 1
SE advising and counseling presents Overcoming Eating Disorders 11:45 a.m.-12:40 p.m. in the North Ballroom. Approximately 11 million Americans suffer from an eating disorder, which does not discriminate. Men, women, young, old and all economic classes are affected. The Elisa Project’s Amy Howarth will provide an overview and address healthy eating and body image. For more information, call special services coordinator Renetta Wright at 817-515-3468.

April 2
South financial aid director Jolynn Sprole will present Financial Aid for College Success sponsored by the Women in New Roles program on South Campus 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. in the SSTU Living Room. The presentation is hands-on, and Sprole will give updates on new legislation and laws affecting financial aid in 2013. For more information, call WINR coordinator Triesha Light at 817-515-4740.

April 2
South student development services will sponsor the Business Etiquette Workshop 5-7 p.m. in the SSTU Forum Room on South Campus. The workshop will teach students the proper etiquette for business and life situations and include a free meal. For more information, call Jasmine Tuya in student activities at 817-515-4824.

April 2-3
Graduating students can pick up everything they need 10 a.m.-2 p.m. during Grad Fest on TRTR Main Street. The graduation-planning event aims to help students organize and prepare for graduation in one stop. Pre-graduates can pick up their caps and gowns, applications for graduation, purchase invitations and visit with university representatives.

April 3
SE Campus presents a health fair 9 a.m.-1 p.m. led by physical education and culinary arts students in the North Ballroom. For more information, call health and physical education assistant professor Melissa Evans at 817-515-3078.

April 3
Employment recruiters will be available 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the SSTU Cafeteria on South Campus. The recruiters will be available to discuss employment opportunities for part-time, full-time and internship positions. For more information, call South career services coordinator Monica Miranda at 817-515-4551.

April 3
SE health services will offer HIV testing 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in health services (ESEC 2118). The screening is free for students. For more information, call health services at 817-515-3591.

April 3
NE Campus health services will present The Importance of Laughter by Danelle Ellis for its annual Garden Party Picnic, formally known as Afternoon Tea, 12:30-1:30 p.m. in Center Corner (NSTU 1615A). RSVP is required. Call 817-515-6056 or register at http://tccdne.volunteerhub.com/.

April 4
NW horticulture students will host a plant sale 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. near the fire training center. Prices will range between $1.50 and $2. For more information, call horticulture assistant professor Mark Schusler at 817-515-7714.

April 4
Conflict Resolution will be presented 12:30-1:50 p.m. in the SSTU Forum Room on South Campus. The discussion will show students how to see conflict as an opportunity to learn and also demonstrate problem-solving and leadership skills. For more information, call Jasmine Tuya in student activities at 817-515-4824.