The LORD is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise him, my father’s God, and I will exalt him.

Exodus 15:2

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COMMUNITY DAY: TUESDAY, AUGUST 25

All employees are encouraged to attend Community Day on Tuesday, August 25 from 9-11 a.m. in the Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts. This annual Messiah tradition serves as the ceremonial launch of the new academic year for employees with opportunities for corporate worship and fellowship, as well as the presentation of the president’s State of the College address. Refreshments will be available after the gathering from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on the Eisenhower Campus Center lawn (rain location is Howe Atrium, Boyer Hall). All offices and departments (with the exception of Dispatch and the Early Learning Center) will close from 8:45-11:30 a.m. to allow employees to attend the gathering and reception. If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Cohen, executive assistant to the president, at mcohen@messiah.edu. 

CONCERT BY ELEVENTH HOUR BAND AND PASTOR DWIGHT YOO TO BE HELD AUGUST 1

One of our summer conferences, St. Thomas Evangelical Church of India, is inviting the Messiah Community to attend one of their evening events.  A concert by Eleventh Hour Band and Pastor Dwight Yoo will take place on Saturday, August 1 in Larsen Student Union. Doors open at 7:45 p.m. Admission is free and there will be free food as well. Please see the attached flier for information or contact Josh John at  Jjohn9176@gmail.com

SUMMER MOVIE BREAK FOR EMPLOYEES

Human Resources & Compliance is hosting a summer movie break for regular and part-time employees (other summer programming is provided for student employees) as a thank you for your service. Please join us!

What: McFarland, USA

Plot: Inspired by the 1987 true story, “McFarland, USA” follows novice runners from McFarland, an economically challenged town in California’s farm-rich Central Valley, as they give their all to build a cross-country team under the direction of Coach Jim White (Kevin Costner), a newcomer to their predominantly Latino high school.

For more information on the movie, see the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-VAOlHGE6Q

When: Tuesday, August 4

Times: 10 a.m.-noon, 1-3 p.m., 8-10 p.m.

Where: Parmer Cinema

Tickets are FREE but required to ensure adequate seating; they are available at the Ticket Office.

If you have questions on this event, please contact Kathy Castonguay at kcastong@messiah.edu or x7086.

 LEAF BLOWERS

from electronic publication Safety Daily Advisor published by BLR.

They’re called “leaf blowers,” but you’ll see them in use all summer long. They can be used to blow the grass off your mower, to blow cut grass off sidewalks and paths—they have, essentially, replaced brooms and rakes for many tasks. They may be time-savers, but leaf blowers also pose hazards. Know the hazards of this labor-saving device.

Most people think of noise when they think of leaf blowers, but noise is not the only hazard leaf blowers pose. Users should be aware of:

Dust. Leaf blowers generate large amounts of airborne dust, which can be hazardous.

• To control exposure to nuisance dusts, consider wearing a dust mask.
• To prevent eye injuries, wear safety goggles.
• To prevent lung injury, do not use a leaf blower to clean up gravel or gravel dust, construction dirt, plaster dust, cement and concrete dust, garden topsoil, or any other dust that could contain crystalline silica or hazardous materials.
• To prevent injuries to bystanders, make sure that no one is within 50 feet of the blower while it is operating.
• Reduce the amount of dust generated by using nozzle extensions and by holding the leaf blower at the height that generates the least dust.

Exhaust fumes. The two-stroke or four-stroke engines used in gasoline-powered leaf blowers generate more carbon monoxide and other exhaust gases than a car. Because of this, leaf blowers must not be used indoors or in poorly ventilated areas.

Fire hazards. Hot engines, engine sparks, and flammable vapors don’t mix.

• Don’t refill an engine that is running or still hot.
• If you spill gasoline when refueling, wipe it up, and put the rag you use in a metal can with a lid.
• Don’t start the blower in the spot where you fueled it; walk at least 10 feet away.

Noise. Current-generation leaf blowers are quieter than older ones, but users should still protect themselves and others from blower noise.

• Wear hearing protection.
• Don’t use a higher throttle speed if a lower speed will do.
• Nozzle attachments can be used to reduce sound.
• Be aware of reverberation effects (which increase noise levels) when the blower is used around buildings.
• Make sure that the blower muffler is functioning, the air filter is in good condition, and air intakes are clear in order to keep sound levels down. Check the condition of the leaf blower muffler, air intakes, and air filter to make sure they’re in good operating condition.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

Campus Store and Textbook Express hiring for Rush: The Campus Store and Textbook Express have short term jobs from mid-August until mid-September. Good customer service sand cash handling skills are required. You must be a team player. We offer flexible schedules, purchase discounts and a fun work atmosphere. Apply online at shopmessiah.com or see the store manager, Candy Tritle.

The Department of Information Technology Services has a current opening for the full-time position of administrative programmer/analyst. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/6803. Job-related questions may be directed to John Luft, director of information services, at JLuft@messiah.edu.

FOR SALE:

• Pfaltzgraft retired Hopscotch pattern: 9 dinner plates, 1 w/ small chip; 8 dessert plates, no chips; 7 soup bowls, 1 w/ small chip; 3 cereal bowls; 5 teacups (all cherries) w/ 4 saucers; 8 coffee mugs (all pears); 1 serving bowl; 1 milk or small gravy pitcher. All large plates have either pears or plums; small plates have peaches, plums, pears, or cherries. Asking $25 for all.
• Antique Captains Chair, $25. Has been refinished. In excellent condition.
• Thomas the Tank Engine play mat, $15 ( I believe it’s approx. 40”x 58”)

Pictures available at: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/mi3p6am45wccsr3/AAD1J9U2oqr5GLLKWrrnn2CKa?dl=0 If you are interested, contact Val Drobel at vdrobel@messiah.edu.

2005 Honda Accord EX-L Sedan, V6, 121,800 miles. Very good condition. Black pearl exterior, tan leather interior, 4-door sedan. Automatic and heated front seats, power moon roof, in-dash 6 CD unit, Sirius XM Satellite Radio. Non-smoker, one owner vehicle. Good maintenance record, all dealership serviced. Photos attached. Asking: $7,200. Please email:  theckman@messiah.edu   or call  717-412-0832. 

2008 Keystone Cougar Travel trailer. Must Sell! For details or to see unit please contact Cathy or Bob Weaver. Cweaver@messiah.edu or 432-2718.

2006 KYMCO 250cc scooter with 2 new radial tires and inspection. Total miles 1615.7; only driven for transportation between Carlisle and Messiah. Asking $1,850.Contact George Blackburn at gblackbu@messiah.edu

Fender acoustic guitar. Excellent condition. Hardly used. Comes with fabric carrying case and electronic tuner. Asking $150.00, firm. Contact Tom at 717-525-4091 or trhoads@messiah.edu.

FOR RENT:

Room: looking for a male with two other male Messiah alumni starting August/September in Grantham. Contact  Dale Fogelsanger at dfogelsa@messiah.edu or 717-623-0735.

Apartment: a basement apartment in a large home in Mechanicsburg: one bedroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, large walk-in closet, washer/dryer hookup. No smoking, no pets. Rent $1,000/month includes all utilities (water, trash, electric, heat). Renter would need to get cable/internet. Email Shirley Groff (groff@messiah.edu) for photos and contact information.

Charming Colonial Williamsburg inspired townhome located in Fairfax Village, Linglestown (Lower Paxton Township-Central Dauphin School District) available for rent. This 1300 sq. ft. townhome is located in a lovely setting off Patton Road and has a beautiful view of wooded area and stream. It provides three floor living. First floor has living room, powder room and laundry/storage area. Second floor has kitchen, dining room and powder room. Third floor has two bedrooms with a full jack and jill bathroom. Appliances included are dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, washer and dryer. The home is total electric including central air. Rent includes trash, sewer, lawn service, snow removal and two reserved parking spots. Tenant is responsible for electric, water (United Water), cable, phone and internet service. Rent is $1050/month. One month rent and $1050 security deposit are required at lease signing. Pets allowed on a case by case basis with a $25/month pet fee. Available September 1 (possibly available earlier). Please contact Su Deitch, 648-7573 or x7085.

Charming Colonial Williamsburg inspired townhome located in Fairfax Village North, Linglestown (Lower Paxton Township-Central Dauphin School District). This 1300 sq. ft. townhome is located in a lovely setting off Patton Road. First floor includes an eat-in kitchen, combined dining/living room, a powder room and private deck. Second floor includes two bedrooms (master bedroom has a powder room) and a full bathroom. There are window blinds throughout the house and it has a partially finished basement. Appliances included are dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, washer and dryer. The home is total electric including central air. Rent includes trash, sewer, lawn service and snow removal. Tenant is responsible for electric, water (United Water), cable, phone and internet service. Rent is $1050/month. One month rent and $1050 security deposit are required at lease signing. Available October 1 (possibly sooner). Pets allowed on a case by case basis with a $25/month pet fee. Available September 1 (possibly available earlier). Please contact Su Deitch, 648-7573 or x7085.

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Standard size CD cases. Can be used for DVD or Blu-Ray discs as well. Does not include paper insert for labeling. Each will hold one disc. Contact Les Weiand, ext. 2901, weiand@messiah.edu.

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Don Murk presented at two national conferences in June and July. On Friday, June 26, Don, along with Sybil Knight-Burney (superintendent of Harrisburg Schools) and Travis Peck (principal at Downey School) presented at the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development Conference on Teaching Excellence in Nashville. The presentation was titled, “Together for Tomorrow: Transforming Student Achievement.”

On Wednesday, July 2, Don along with Lillian Brinkley (retired basic school principal), Patrick Callaghan (school superintendent, Ohio), Carla Janes (principal, Washington State), Dana McCauley (principal, Maryland), and Carly Day (Messiah College graduate) presented at the National Association of Elementary School Principals  Annual Conference in Long Beach, California. The presentation was titled, “Using Boyer’s Basic School Approach to Reform and renew Schools.”

Mennonite Global Youth Summit begins today

Today is the beginning of the Mennonite Global Youth Summit. This conference includes young adult representatives from 47 different countries on six continents! We are happy to be able to host this international group of young people and demonstrate Messiah College’s hospitality. Please go out of your way to welcome them to campus.

Tree health around campus

Tree health and safety is an important issue on our campus. We are doing all we can to enhance, preserve and maintain the trees on campus. There are several significant challenges facing some of our trees and we thought you would like an update on how we are dealing with them.

There are several oaks with significant yellowing of the leaves. One of the trees—near the Hostetter Chapel entrance—has become structurally unsound and will be coming down. The others will be treated with soil amendments to attempt to correct a nutrient deficiency caused by naturally high calcium levels in the soil. These trees are also susceptible to phytophthora, especially when stressed. We have lost several campus trees to this root disease and will be watching the remaining stressed oaks closely over the next year.

Emerald Ash Borer is sweeping through our area. We will likely lose 90-100% of our white ash trees on campus and in the forest in the next four years. You may have noticed dead tree tops along campus drive between Mountain View and Witmer and behind Kelly in the past year—most of them are white ash. Once dead, the trees begin to rot, become brittle and are structurally unsound within months. We will be removing these as needed for safety reasons. There is currently one such tree behind the library in the garden that will be removed soon.

There is a fungus that has impacted our campus maple trees. While currently confined to a few larger trees, we are watching them closely and will remove them if the trees become structurally unsound.

–Denise Blackley

Summer Driving Hazards

Think icy and snowy roads create the most hazardous driving conditions? Think again! According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, August actually has the highest number of fatal car accidents of any month! Why is summer driving so dangerous?

• Summer storms and thunder showers can cause hazardous conditions for driving: slippery roads, hydroplaning, flash flooding, downed trees, even hail!
• With school out, there are more teens on the road. Their lack of experience (and often lack of attention) can lead to more accidents. Teens are more likely to be involved in car accidents than any other age group.
• There is more road congestion as families hit the highways for vacations. In addition, vacationing drivers are often traveling unfamiliar roads so they may be driving too slowly or making sudden stops and turns.
• The chance for tire blowouts increases during hot weather as the air inside your tires expands from the heat. The chances of your engine overheating also increase when the weather is hot; if this happens, pull over to let it cool down.
• Road construction increases during the summer resulting in delays, detours and road rage.
• More bicycles and motorcycles are on the road when the sun is shining. Because they are more difficult to see than other vehicles, you need to be alert for them at all times.
• Children are outside playing more in the summer, increasing the chances of a child darting into the street and in front of your vehicle.
• More people are walking which means you need to be alert for pedestrians, especially during early morning and evening hours when dark clothes make it more difficult to see them.
• The sun’s bright glare can temporarily blind you if you aren’t wearing appropriate sunglasses.
• And dehydration can be a very real safety concern on long drives if you don’t keep a bottle of water handy. Likewise, if you break down or are stranded for any length of time, you want to make sure you have water available, especially if you have young children with you.

Don’t get careless with your driving because you don’t have to worry about black ice or bitter cold. Remember that summer driving has its own set of safety hazards.

NEWS

Changes to background checks

On July 1, 2015, the governor signed HB 1276 which is an amendment regarding background clearances for volunteers and employees, and it does provide some relief with respect to Act 153 for the Higher Ed community. As such, we are revising our background protocol. Please read the following attachment carefully.

Appraiser on campus week of July 20

Please be advised, the week of July 20 an appraiser from Industrial Appraisal will be on campus appraising some of the College-owned fine art.

Residence Life mandatory floor meetings Monday evening Aug. 31

Each year, mandatory floor meetings occur between 7 p.m.-9 p.m. the night before the first day of fall semester classes (Aug. 31 this year). During these meetings critical policy and community expectations are outlined for students. In addition, these meetings provide an important chance for students to meet their floormates and residence life staff in their building. It is essential that we have partnership from around campus to ensure that students can attend. Please keep these meetings in mind as you plan events for your own departments. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact the Director of Residence Life Dave Downey (ddowney@messiah.edu).Thanks!

UPS shipping program

From time to time, Messiah employees find themselves with a need to ship UPS packages, whether for themselves personally, or for their department. Did you know that Messiah has a UPS shipping program that you as an employee can manage right from your computer? Why wait until you need to ship something to be trained? Summer is a great time to let us show you how to ship packages and save money at the same time.

Please contact Bill Althoff via email to be notified of the next training session. The sessions are only about 45 minutes long, and can be scheduled at a time that is convenient for you.

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FOR SALE:

Parabody 220 Gym System – sleek design, fits conveniently into a 6′ x 4′ space, offers a variety of effective total body workout.  The gym offers two unique seated rowing exercises as well – using an overhand or underhand grip – the comfortably add rear deltoid, upper and lower back movements for ideal muscular balance with the chest exercises.  An ankle strap adds hip abduction, adduction and extension exercises.  Asking $300.00 or best offer – contact Susan ext. 6780 or 717-350-5039.

Black patent leather marching band shoes (Dinkles), size 8 and 10 for boys or size 10 and 12 for girls. Excellent condition. $10/pair. Contact baumen@messiah.edu.

JOB OPENINGS:

The Falcon Exchange has a current opening for the full-time position of Falcon Exchange representative. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/6727. Job-related questions may be directed to Lora Harper, manager of financial services, at LHarper@messiah.edu.

The Department of Dining Services has a current opening for the full-time position of retail restaurant shift supervisor. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/6731. Job-related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz, director of dining services, at MWirtz@messiah.edu.

OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS

Alumni to present classical music concert on July 25

Three Messiah College alums—Tetyana Pyatovolenko, Gregory Glessner and Daniel Glessner—will perform a classical music concert at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Mechanicsburg July 25 at 7 p.m. Please see the attached flyer.

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. – Psalm 119:105

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Elder Service Partner Program receives designation

Generations United has proudly announced that Elder Service Partner Program in the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences has been designated a Program of Distinction within the intergenerational community. The mission of the Elder Service Partner Program is to link the lives of college-aged students with those of older adults in an effort to enrich both by building meaningful intergenerational relationships while serving together. Dr. Raeann Hamon’s application went through a rigorous outside review process and was only one of six to be recognized this year. Congratulations!

Information for Highlights brochure needed

The Office of Marketing and Communications is again producing a Highlights brochure to promote the public events occurring on campus during the fall semester. In an effort to bring more people to campus, we will mail the brochure to more than 5,000 homes in the community in early September. To ensure your public event is included, i.e. a concert, recital, play, lecture, conference, performance or any other event at which you would welcome the general public, please send the event, date, time, place, contact name, admission charge (if any) and contact phone number to Karen Garlinger at kgarlinger@messiah.edu no later than Wednesday, July 22.

The Highlights brochures have been very well received in the past and demand for them has been high, both on and off campus. If you would like to order a quantity for your own department’s use, please call Karen Garlinger at ext. 7342. There will be a charge of $12 per 100 brochures (12 cents per copy) to cover the additional printing costs.

Messiah College Safety Committee

Did you know that Messiah College has a state-certified Workplace Safety Committee? The Committee meets the first Tuesday of each month and meeting minutes for this Committee are available for all employees on MCSquare’s Employee tab under the Safety Committee channel. Please take the time to read our latest minutes – you could learn something! Also available on this channel is a list of current Committee members and a link to a Safety Suggestion Form. Have an idea to improve safety or a safety concern? Pass it along to a Committee member or submit it anonymously for consideration.

NEWS

Campus store now hiring!

The Messiah Bookstore is seeking individuals to help us throughout the year. We offer competitive wages, flexible scheduling, purchase discounts up to 25% and an exciting work atmosphere. Only enthusiastic and friendly people need apply. If you have excellent customer service skills, good mathematical aptitude, are detail-oriented, and well organized, we want you. Please contact Candice Tritle at ctritle@messiah.edu for more details.

A Notice to Participants of the Messiah College Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

Changes have been made to your Summary Plan Description (SPD) of the Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. Please see the attached document for details.

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FOR SALE:

Various items for sale: (1) Weight Bench ($35); (2) Gazelle ($40); (3) Foosball Table ($20); (4) Electronic Basketball/Football Game ($15); (5) Black computer desk ($5); (6) Kids’ Toy Shelf with Bins ($5); (7) Girls’ Adjustable Roller Skates [Size 5-8] ($5); (8) Boys’ Adjustable Roller Skates [Size 1-3] ($5); (9) Kids’ Compound Bow – New ($5); (10) Ford F-150 Mirror Extensions [1997-2003] ($15).  For more information or pictures, contact Don Lerew at ext. 2030 or DLerew@messiah.edu.

Wooden rocking chair, $15 (picture: http://tinyurl.com/nfq5g57). Contact owen@messiah.edu if interested.

2008 Keystone Cougar Travel trailer. Must Sell! For Details or to see unit please contact Cathy or Bob Weaver at Cweaver@messiah.edu or 432-2718.

FREE:

35mm film containers. Great for holding change, screws, buttons, pins, pills and other small items. Contact Les Weiand, ext. 2901, weiand@messiah.edu.

OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS

American Home Life International is looking for a Christian family to host a female high school student who will be attending West Shore Christian Academy in the fall. She is a returning student so has adjusted to American culture, is very sweet, and studious. Bus transportation to and from school is provided and a generous stipend is given monthly to the host family to offset cost. Please contact Emily Downey at ddowney@messiah.edu for more information.

But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

Isaiah 40:31 (NIV)

NEWS

Cindy Burger, director of safety and dispatch services, was sworn in as President for NECUSA (North East Colleges and Universities Security Association). Cindy will hold this office for the next two years. She has served on the Board of NECUSA for the past eight years and has been an active member of the Association. NECUSA is an organization of colleges and universities from all over the northeast area. They provide professional development training to directors, chiefs and their direct reports on topics that are of interest or required for certification by members.

NECUSA holds an annual conference in June where members of institutions are awarded for their performance during the previous year. Cindy nominated three of her staff members for the Robert Bunker Award for Outstanding Performance. This honor is awarded to an individual(s) nominated by a director/chief who performed an act which exhibited a risk to life or safety in the course of his/her duties or who performed a life-saving action requiring the highest of professional conduct. Gerry Zeigler, dispatcher; Dennis Stum, supervisor of investigations and crime prevention coordinator; and Gary Lippert, coordinator of compliance were honored with this award for their intervention with a student during a suicide attempt on campus last spring.

This award was well deserved by all three safety personnel.

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FOOD SAFETY

This year one in every six people in the U.S. will incur food poisoning. Summer time with picnics and barbecues presents unique food hazards. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration offer food handling, cooking and serving tips to prevent foodborne illness when eating outdoors.

INFORMATION FOR HIGHLIGHTS BROCHURE NEEDED

The Office of Marketing and Communications is again producing a Highlights brochure to promote the public events occurring on campus during the fall semester. In an effort to bring more people to campus, we will mail the brochure to more than 5,000 homes in the community in early September. To ensure your public event is included, i.e. a concert, recital, play, lecture, conference, performance or any other event at which you would welcome the general public, please send the event, date, time, place, contact name, admission charge (if any) and contact phone number to Karen Garlinger at kgarlinger@messiah.edu no later than Wednesday, July 22.

The Highlights brochures have been very well received in the past and demand for them has been high, both on and off campus. If you would like to order a quantity for your own department’s use, please call Karen Garlinger at ext. 7342. There will be a charge of $12 per 100 brochures (12 cents per copy) to cover the additional printing costs. 

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

The Early Learning Center has a current opening for the part-time position of preschool aide. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/6643.

Job-related questions may be directed to Stacey Griffiths, director of the Early Learning Center, at SGriffiths@messiah.edu. 

FOR SALE:

2007 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL – 133,000 miles, adult owned. Nissan scheduled maintenance, loaded with options, charcoal gray, with gray leather interior. $6,000. Call Kathy Gates at 717-259-9181 between 5-9 p.m.

As long as the earth endures, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night will never cease.”

Genesis 8:22 (NIV)

NEWS

On Monday June 15, Dwayne Magee, director of Messiah College press and postal services, accepted the 2015 IPMA Innovation Award on behalf of the entire campus. This award honors an organization that has displayed innovation and creativity in using customer facing, technological or process driven changes in order to improve their business model or processes. Messiah receives this honor in recognition for the collaborative and innovative spirit in which all employees approached the implementation of our new campus copier program last year. Without the hard work and support of Learning Technology Services, College Press, and the entire campus community this accomplishment would not have been possible. The award is on display in Bowmansdale Building.

Additionally, College Press graphic designer Rachel Bidelspacher received a bronze In-Print Award in the special projects category for a wedding package she designed for an outside client. This is the first international design award ever received by a College Press graphic designer. Please join us in congratulating Rachel on this exceptional accomplishment. 

After 22 years of faithful service to Messiah College, Anne Barnes is retiring at the end of August. Throughout her tenure, Anne has exhibited a strong work ethic and a commitment to professional excellence. She is proficient at working with detailed documents and her efforts to maintain accurate institutional bylaws and board-related documents have greatly benefitted Messiah College. Anne’s commitment to the College has blessed the board of trustees, two presidents and the vice president of advancement. In retirement, Anne and her husband Joe will be involved with volunteer service to Christian organizations and more frequent trips to see their beautiful grandchildren.

I am pleased to announce that Melissa Cohen will be joining the Office of the President on July 6 as the executive assistant to the president/administrative assistant to the board of trustees. Melissa is a 2009 graduate of Messiah College and has been working at Time Warner Cable in Virginia since that time. During Melissa’s time at Messiah, she interned in the Office of Marketing and Communications. Melissa brings a wealth of experience in event planning, communication, branding and administrative skills. Melissa’s office will be located in the president’s former conference room (OM 206).

Laurie Owens will be moving into Anne’s office at the beginning of July. The Office of Human Resources will assume Laurie’s old office (OM 225). Laurie will continue to serve as the greeter for guests of the President’s Office and Kerri Leedy will continue to serve as greeter for Advancement and Development guests.

The Department of Human Development and Family Science faculty attended the Family Science Association’s Teaching Family Science Conference in St. Augustine, Florida, June 15-16. Dr. Robert Reyes, professor of HDFS, presented “The use of video and community-based research in advancing policy advocacy efforts.” Dr. Erin Boyd-Soisson, professor of HDFS, presented “Using an ecological model to help family science students analyze and evaluate multiple factors that put children at risk for abuse.” Professor Paul Johns, instructor of HDFS, presented “Learning that jumps off the page: Using video responses to facilitate retention and higher order thinking” which was co-authored with Shiloh Kail, junior HDFS major. Dr. Raeann Hamon, distinguished professor of family science and gerontology, co-presented “The SoTL and family science: Creating disciplinary-specific SoTL projects” with Dr. Bahira Trask (U of DE), Dr. Debra Berke (Wilmington U), Dr. Debra Gentry (Heartland College), and Dr. Suzanne Smith (Washington State U).

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CONFERENCE ON CAMPUS

The Messianic Jewish Alliance of America will be returning to campus June 28-July 4. This is the 100^th anniversary of the MJAA movement and the 43^rd year that they will host their national conference at Messiah College. We are blessed to have them as part of our community. We anticipate 300 more people than last year. Please make them feel welcome and to engage them in conversation. They love to chat and fellowship! 

EARLY ARRIVALS

If you plan to sponsor students for early arrival please complete the online early arrival request form. If you have a large group of students, please contact housing@messiah.edu for a spreadsheet to fill out and return by Friday, July 31. The earliest students may return this year is Monday, August 17, but we ask that you bring your students back as late as possible. Please note that the meal plan for returning students will not be active until Thursday, August 27 at lunch. If you need meal cards for the students you are bringing back early, please make these arrangements through the Falcon Exchange.

There is no charge for students to stay on campus. However, any additions or changes received between August 3-16 will be charged $10/person and between August 17–30 will be charged $25/person.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR MOVE-IN DAY

The Office of Student Involvement & Leadership Programs needs volunteers to help on “Move-in Day” for the first-year and transfer students when they arrive to campus on Thursday, August 27.

If you are available and willing to help these new students move into their residence halls, please email silp@messiah.edu with your name and time slot preference of morning (9 a.m.-noon), midday (11 a.m.-2 p.m.), afternoon (noon-3 p.m.) or if you can volunteer for any time slot. You will also receive a free t-shirt! Please let us know your t-shirt size (S, M, L, XL and XXL). All volunteers signed up by July 15 are guaranteed a t-shirt.

If you are an office supervisor, consider having your staff volunteer on this day. If supervise work-study students, consider asking your student workers to volunteer as a team.  Everyone receives a free t-shirt!

Please get approval from your supervisor to volunteer if this is during your normally-scheduled work time. Heavy lifting and stair-climbing are likely.

Any questions, please contact Sheryl Ezbiansky at ext. 5240. 

LAST CHANCE – EMPLOYEE NIGHT OUT AT THE SENATORS IS THIS SATURDAY

It’s your last chance to get tickets for the employee night out at a Senators game on Saturday, June 27! Tickets are only $7 with our promotion code. Bring your family and enjoy the game! Go to the following link (https://www.ticketreturn.com/prod2/BuyClear.asp?EventID=115672&continue=buynew.asp#.VWXVoLHD_IU) and then follow the instructions below to purchase tickets: 1. In the box that says “Special Offer Code”, type MESSIAH in all caps (The code will not work if it isn’t in all caps). 2. Click submit. 3. Select the number of box tickets you would like to purchase at the discounted rate from the drop down menu. 4. Click continue. 5. The Ticket Type should say Messiah College. 6. Click “Reserve Tickets.” 7. After completing these steps, simply follow the on-screen instructions to finish purchasing your tickets! We hope to see you there! 

SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS

June is National Safety Month and the safety topic for week #5 is slips, trips and falls. Did you know that falls are the second-leading cause of unintentional death in homes and communities? Did you realize that the risk of falling, and fall-related problems, rises with age? Read the tips provided by the National Safety Council on preventing slips, trips and falls in your home.

USING CONSUMER FIREWORKS NOT WORTH THE RISK

A Fireworks Safety Message from NFPA: Each July 4, thousands of people, most often children and teens, are injured while using consumer fireworks. In 2012, U.S. hospital emergency rooms treated an estimated 8,700 people for fireworks-related injuries. The risk of injury from fireworks was highest for young people ages 15-24, followed by children under 10.

In 2013, sparklers caused 41% of fireworks injuries. How hot does a sparkler burn? A sparkler can reach 1200 ^oF; in comparison, water boils at 212^oF, a cake bakes at 350^oF, wood burns at 575^oF and glass melts at 900^oF. Do you really want your children playing with fire? Then why give them a sparkler?

Fireworks cause an average of almost 20,000 reported fires per year. On Independence Day in a typical year, far more U.S. fires are reported than on any other day, and fireworks account for two out of five of those fires, more than any other cause of fires.

Be safe this July 4. If you want to see fireworks, go to a public show put on by experts. 

PETSMART RECALLS AQUARIUM HEATERS

Top Fin plastic aquarium heaters are being recalled due to a safety hazard: an electrical problem with the aquarium heaters poses a risk of fire or electrical shock. These units were sold from August 2014 through April 2015 for $25 to $40. For a description of the heaters and a list of the model numbers, go to the Consumer Product Safety Commission website. These units may be returned to any PetSmart store for a full refund. 

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FOR SALE:

2013 Yamaha VStar 250, 90 miles, asking $3,500. Reasons for selling: while it is fun, it isn’t as much fun as the Vespa and limited storage space. Contact Jay at jmcdermo@messiah.edu or 790-9635.

Several home items for sale, including couch, armchairs, desk, and storage shelving. Click here for pictures and prices: http://s374.photobucket.com/user/rrosenbarker/library/Items%20for%20Sale?sort=3&page=1.

Email Rebecca Rosenbarker: rrosenbarker@messiah.edu.

FREE:

27″ Philips Magnavox TV. Purchased in 1997. Email Wes Weiand: weiand@messiah.edu.

As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear him.

Psalm 103:13 (NIV) 

NEWS

Michael True, senior associate in the Career and Professional Development Center, presented three sessions during an all-day pre-conference workshop at the 2015 Global Internship Conference at University College Dublin. Faculty and administrators—425 in all—from forty countries participated. Other co-presenters for the pre-conference sessions were from the University of Wisconsin, Michigan State University, Regent’s College in London, and Aston University in England. 

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NEW CAMPUS STORE MANAGER

Please join us in welcoming Candice Tritle as the new campus store manager. Candice comes to Messiah College with many years of retail experience, and we look forward to working with her and Follett as they manage Messiah’s Campus Store.

SEEKING NOMINATIONS FOR THE 2015 ALUMNI AWARD  

It’s that time again!  Each year the Office of Alumni Relations recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to society and/or Messiah College. These awards are important not only for the tribute they pay to the lives of each recipient, but also as a symbol of the quality of our alumni as a whole. We appreciate your help in finding individuals who would a good fit for any of these awards.  

Click here for the Online Nomination Form 

Young Alumnus Achievement Award

This award recognizes an alumnus/alumna who attended Messiah College within the past 10 years for significant contribution to church, vocation, community and/or Messiah College.

Distinguished Alumna Achievement Award

Recognizes a lifetime of vocational achievement in a manner that embodies the mission of the College.

Alumni Christian Service Award

This award recognizes outstanding lifelong service or long-term effort in fulfilling the mandates of the Christian gospel to both serve and sacrifice for the needs of humanity.

Alumni Appreciation Award

This award recognizes an individual who has contributed to the College in an extraordinary manner (long-term professional service; significant volunteer service and/or financial contribution) 

Click here to view previous award recipients. 

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

June is National Safety Month and the safety topic for week #4 is emergency preparedness. Each day of the work week focuses on a different aspect of preparing for emergencies. Be sure to read the link for each day; don’t skip a day and miss important information:

• Monday – Planning – do you have a plan in case you need to evacuate your home? What will you do if you get separated from your family? Do you know what an emergency contact card is and does each member of your household have one?
• Tuesday – Seniors and Pets – Do you know senior citizens? Are they prepared for an emergency? Do you have pets? Do you know that pets are not permitted in most disaster shelters? How can you care for your pets during an emergency?
• Wednesday – Emergency Kit – Do you have an emergency kit? Do you know what should go into one?
• Thursday – Weather Emergency – Do you know how to prepare for a flood? How to respond during a flood? What to do after a flood? Tornado? Earthquake?
• Friday – Chemical Emergency – Do you know how to handle chemicals safely in your home? Do you know how to respond to a chemical emergency in your area? What should you do in case of poisoning?

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

The Department of Conference Services has a current opening for the full-time position of sound and lighting technician. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/6583.

Job-related questions may be directed to Jonathan Bert, sound, lighting & event coordinator, at JBert@messiah.edu.

FOR SALE:

2006 Hyundai Sonata LX 6 Cylinder, 6 speed shiftable automatic. 151,000 miles. Asking $4,000. View images here – https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B06Grq0zwJ8zPhZ  Contact Kris Hardy at 717-461-1025 if you have any questions or would like to see the car.

Bi-level for sale. Located close to the College in Spacious Acres at 204 Cockleys Drive. It is a bi-level with approx. 2,000 sq. feet including a large screened in porch. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs and a lower bedroom that could also be used as an office or exercise room. It has one and a half baths with a single car garage. Lots of updates over the years. Move in ready. House was built in 1966. Asking price: $185,900.Contact Shirley Groff groff@messiah.edu or 372-6356 for owners’ name and phone number.

4 tickets for the U2 concert in Boston. Playing at the TD Garden on July 10, 2015. Will sell all four or in pairs. Seats are lower level, Section 15, Row 26. Selling for face value. Contact Jennifer Fisler at jfisler@messiah.edu or 717-514-2755.

Longaberger Baskets – Asking $135 for all – View Picture – Please contact Susan Shannon at sshannon@messiah.edu. Bread and Milk Basket – 1987 JW Collection ($60 – $200 on ebay); Slope Vegetable Basket – 1989 ($25 – $39 on ebay); Small Basket w/Leather Handles ($15 on ebay); Large Market Basket w/two Handles ($60 on ebay); Plus – Two extra (non-Longaberger) baskets!

FREE:

Student/Child size desk. Several student/child size desks available for free. Please contact John Meyer at ext. 7101 or jmeyer@messiah.edu if interested

Honor your father and mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you.

Exodus 20:12 (NIV)

NEWS

Congratulations to Sam Wilcock, associate professor of mathematics and statistics and chair of the Department of Mathematics, Physics and Statistics, and his wife, Joy, as they welcome their newest addition to the family. Prisca Jane was born May 26, weighing 8 lbs. 8 oz. She joins siblings Abigail, Jaden, Naomi and Solomon.  Blessings to the Wilcock family!

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DISSECTION CLASSES AND FAMILY PROGRAMS  AT THE OAKES MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY

This summer, The Oakes Museum is offering dissection classes for middle and high school students, as well as special family programming. Please visit our website for more information, or contact Helena Cicero at hcicero@messiah.edu.

ANCESTRY.COM LIBRARY EDITION WORKSHOP

Due to the large demand, the library is offering another Ancestry.com workshop, sponsored by Murray Library. You are welcome to attend. See the database description at the bottom of this announcement.

The library subscribes to the library edition of Ancestry.com. It is accessible to Messiah employees and students, on or off campus.

• Location on library website: http://www.messiah.edu/MurrayLibrary
• Under Find, select Articles/Databases & Subject Guides
• Click on “A,” then Ancestry Library Edition

We will introduce the main search features and contents. Following that the introduction, you will have time to begin searching for your own ancestors!

Workshop Details:

Date: Tuesday, June 16

Time: noon-1 p.m.

Place: Boyer 337 (computer lab)

Contact Beth Mark at bmark@messiah.edu if you would like to attend.

Fast facts about Ancestry.com library edition:

• Access a vast collection of U.S. and international documents online
• Images of original documents
• Includes narratives, oral histories, indexes and abstracts to other resources
• You can search over 30,000 Ancestry.com record collections and 11 billion records
• Record collections span the 1500s–2000s

FARM-FRESH RECIPES AVAILABLE IN THE SPRING ISSUE OF THE BRIDGE

Looking for some farm-fresh recipes? Make sure you read the farm-to-table feature “Cultivating Community” by Erin Bray ’10 in the Spring 2015 issue of The Bridge. We take an inside look at how the food we eat gets to our table.

Please be sure to view the magazine in its entirety June 15 at:http://www.messiah.edu/info/20116/alumni_magazine?ap7493

Hard copies of The Bridge are available in the lounges of Eisenhower and Boyer. As always, additional quantities can be found on third floor of Old Main in the reception area.

ERGONOMICS

June is National Safety Month. The safety topic for week #3 is ergonomics. Ergonomics is defined as the study of how a workplace and the equipment used there can best be designed for comfort, efficiency, safety and productivity. Here are some tips for office ergonomics.

PAST YEARBOOK AVAILABILTY

The Pulse Media Hub is clearing out its inventory of yearbooks from storage. If you are interested in a free copy of a yearbook from one or more of the following years, please contact Madeline Crocenzi, the Pulse summer manager, at mc1396@messiah.edu to arrange pickup in the next 2 weeks between 9 a.m.-5p.m., Monday-Friday. Quantities vary between years. Years available are as follow: Classes of 1991, 92, 96, 97, 99, 2001, 03, 05, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, and 13. There are also select issues of the bi-monthly Swinging Bridge newspaper dated between Feb. 27, 2012 and May 1, 2014 if you are interested in any of those as well.

HUMAN RESOURCES IS ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Did you know Messiah College Human Resources is on social media? Follow us for employee testimonials, photos of employees at work and HR sponsored events, job announcements, benefits information and much more! You’ll find us at the following locations:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MessiahCollegeHumanResources

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MessiahHR

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/messiahcollegehumanresources

OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS

THE HOSTA HIDEAWAY NURSERY AND GARDENS IS OPEN FOR THE SEASON

The Hosta Hideaway specializes in shade and part shade garden plants. Several events are planned including a talk by David Foster, professor of biology and environmental science on June 11, and George Weigel, garden columnist for The Patriot-News on June 25. Please see their 2015 flyer for more information http://thehostahideaway.com/

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FOR SALE:

Parabody 220 Gym System. Sleek design, fits conveniently into a 6′ x 4′ space, offers a variety of effective total body workout. The gym offers two unique seated rowing exercises as well – using an overhand or underhand grip – the comfortably add rear deltoid, upper and lower back movements for ideal muscular balance with the chest exercises. An ankle strap adds hip abduction, adduction and extension exercises.  Asking $400.00. Contact Susan at ext. 6780 or 717-350-5039.

FOR RENT:

House for rent/sale. John Markovich, former lecturer in Spanish, now lives in Mexico. He and his wife, Joan, are interested in selling or renting their house at 726 West South Street, Carlise. It is a very nice neighborhood. If you are interested, please contact them by email at jsmarkovich@aol.com or 717-798-8060.

Two bedroom apartment available July 1, 2717 Mill Road, Grantham.  $800/month, includes water.  Contact Nevin Engle at 766-8072 or Shirley Groff at 796-1800, ext. 2025 or groff@messiah.edu.

WANTED:

Roommate. Tesfayohanes Yacob, a new faculty member, is looking for someone to share a two-bedroom apartment (935 sq. ft.) at Wesley Park Town Houses (http://wesleypark.rentpmi.com/).  It is right by a tennis court and baseball park, and within walking distance to stores, restaurants and coffee shops. We will share a bathroom. The bedroom available is 9′ by 13.3′. The apartment has an oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, as well as a washer and dryer. $480 + utilities/per month and is available starting July 1.  Please contact Tesfa at tesfayohannes.yacob@colorado.edu or tyacob@messiah.edu.

Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.

Mark 12:30 (NRSV)

NEWS

IMPORTANT REMINDER TO FACULTY

Learning Technology Services would like to remind the faculty that it’s not too early to begin planning ahead. The fall semester 2015 work submission deadlines have been set. Please coordinate your needs for your courses with the deadline dates listed on this attached document. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Diane Hunsinger, copyright and educational support specialist, at ext. 3895. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

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APPRAISAL OF COLLEGE PROPERTY

Beginning Monday, June 8 and continuing for approximately two weeks, two gentlemen from Industrial Appraisal will be on campus to conduct an appraisal of all college property, i.e., buildings, furnishings, mechanicals, etc. If you have personal furnishings in your office, please mark as such. If you should have any questions, please contact Lisa Snyder, ext. 2080. Thank you for your cooperation.

EMPLOYEES NIGHT OUT AT HARRISBURG SENATORS GAME

Human Resources is pleased to announce an employee night out at a Senators baseball game on Saturday, June 27! Tickets are only $7 with our promotion code. Bring your family and enjoy the game. Don’t delay; these deeply discounted tickets will go quickly! Go to the following link: (https://www.ticketreturn.com/prod2/BuyNew.asp?EventID=115672&SponsorID=6984#.VWXOOmOwWeW) and then follow the instructions below to purchase tickets:

1. In the box that says “Special Offer Code.”, type MESSIAH in all caps (the code will not work if it isn’t in all caps!)
2. Click submit.
3. Select the quantity of tickets you wish to purchase at the discounted rate from the drop down menu.
4. Click continue.
5. The ticket type should say Messiah Group Box.
6. Click “Reserve Tickets”
7. After completing these steps, simply follow the on-screen instructions to finish purchasing your tickets.

We hope to see you there!

JUNE IS NATIONAL SAFETY MONTH

June is national safety month. Attached is information, from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, for both motorcyclists and non-motorcyclists. Please be safe on the roadways.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

The Office of Graduate Enrollment currently has an opening for a part-time graduate enrollment assistant. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/6426. Job-related questions may be directed to Matt Reitnour, director of graduate and nontraditional enrollment, at mreitnour@messiah.edu.

The Department of Dining Services has a current opening for the full-time position of production assistant. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/6231. Job-related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz, director of dining services, at MWirtz@messiah.edu.

The Department of Dining Services has a current opening for the full-time position of lead cook. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/5932. Job-related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz, director of dining services, at MWirtz@messiah.edu.

The Admissions Office has a current opening for the full-time position of admissions counselor. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/6517. Job-related questions may be directed to Dana Britton, director of admissions, at DBritton@messiah.edu.

The School of the Arts has an opening for the part-time position of performing arts coordinator. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/6439. Job-related questions may be directed to Richard Roberson, dean of the School of the Arts, at RRoberso@messiah.edu. 

FOR SALE:

Twin day bed, with trundle rollout. White, with gold finial balls. No box spring is required with this style of bed. Asking $75 for bed; $150 with two mattresses. Contact Sherri Hoffman at shoffman@messiah.edu 

FOR RENT:

 FREE: 

Full mattress and box spring. Older but in good shape. Wardrobe in good shape. Both free. Contact Ted Gingrich:  tgingrich@messiah.edu

The LORD is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise him, my father’s God, and I will exalt him.

Exodus 15:2

NEWS

The Teaching and Learning Initiative is pleased to announce our new teaching fellow, Amy Ginck. Amy has been teaching in the Department of Modern Languages for the last 17 years, including teaching online summer courses for the past six years. Amy brings a broad range of experience and passion for faculty development in areas including student retention, online learning, instructional technology and inclusive excellence. Amy will begin her term and join current fellow Brian Swartz in 2015-16.

For the past two years, Jennifer Fisler has provided excellent leadership to our assessment of student learning efforts on campus. Given her ongoing involvement with the Teaching and Learning Initiative, the Teacher Education Program, and as incoming chair of the Community of Educators, she will no longer give leadership to our assessment of student learning efforts. We are pleased to announce that Kate Simcox will add director of assessment to her responsibilities beginning July 1. Please take time to thank Jennifer for her excellent work and to congratulate Kate on her new role.

Student Affairs Personnel Changes from Dr. Kris Hansen-Kieffer, vice provost/dean of students

As we move into summer, I wanted to share some significant personnel changes within Student Affairs.

Engle Center for Counseling and Health

I am pleased to announce that Ellie Addleman has accepted our invitation to serve as the director of the Engle Center, beginning July 1, 2015.

Ellie brings 30 years of service to Messiah College in residence life, counseling and as an educator in the classroom. She is administratively gifted and has had a primary role in the Engle Center’s assessment process which has a reputation for excellence. She developed the new position of wellness educator and created a strong foundation for healthy sexuality programming at the College. She is committed to promoting a center dedicated to the holistic health of our students.

I am grateful for the excellent work that Dr. Phil Lawlis has done over the years to develop a health and counseling center that is one of the best among our CCCU sister schools. I am confident Ellie will continue and build upon this excellence.

In August, Mike Blount will be joining the Engle Center team full-time. Mike is replacing Ellie Addleman, but with a new title as counselor/program director for educational outreach, men’s character development, and the 6th Day Sexuality program. Mike has served as a part-time counselor for a number of years, and brings special expertise in counseling for sexuality identity, sexual addictions, and men’s issues. He has also been involved in the 6th Day Sexuality program since its beginning in 2011, and has great administrative, program development and assessment skills. Mike will continue to work in the Career and Professional Development Center in the summer coordinating the summer internship program.

Career and Professional Development Center 

Sarah Bartz has accepted a position of associate director in the Center for Career Development at Lebanon Valley College, her alma mater. Her last day at Messiah was May 15. With Mike’s transition to the Engle Center and Sarah’s departure, we will be hiring a full time career coach- internship program coordinator.

Student Involvement and Leadership Programs 

Ben Taylor will be starting a new position as assistant director of student life at Indiana University Kelley School of Business. He also hopes to soon begin Ph.D. coursework in philosophy of education/higher education. We will be hosting a farewell reception for Ben today from 2:30- 4:30 pm in the Larsen Student Union fireplace alcove.

I am pleased to announce that Kevin Villegas has accepted our invitation to serve as the director of student involvement & leadership programs beginning June 1, 2015.

Kevin is a proven administrator with many years of leadership experience in a variety of roles and settings. He will bring much strength from his current position of director of international student programs.

I am grateful for the excellent work that Ben Taylor has done over the years in his position to develop a strong program in leadership and student development and I am confident that Kevin will continue and build upon this excellence.

Intercultural Office

As Kevin transitions into the role of director of student involvement and leadership programs, we will be searching for his replacement. The position of assistant director of international students programs has been posted on the HR website. Please feel free to share this with any qualified applicants that you may know.

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2015 Performance Award Recipients Announced

The following employees received performance awards at the May 6 recognition reception. The citations for each person can be viewed at http://www.messiah.edu/info/20733/employee_recognition.

The Pride in Performance Award is given to individuals in recognition of exceptionally consistent, superior performance. This year’s recipients are:

• Laurie Branter, administrative assistant to the vice president for enrollment management
• Aaron Faro, athletics recruitment coordinator; assistant coach, men’s soccer; director of AROMA
• Percell Green, executive chef
• Amy Slody, director of disability services
• Brian Smith, campus events worker II
• Kevin Villegas, director of international student programs

The President’s Award is for notable employee action or accomplishment that is well beyond the scope of the employee’s regular day-to-day activities and assignments. This award went to:

•  Kris Hardy, director of web communications
• Heather Keefer, assistant director of admissions for the visit experience

The Team Falcon Award is a means for the College to recognize a group or team that collaborated successfully on a significant project or initiative that advanced departmental or college-wide goals. The recipients are the members of Student Financial Services:

•   Marilyn Donelson     
•   Lora Harper
•   Carol Good                                                      
•   Heather Ingram
•   Steve Gross                                                         
•   Cathy Poiesz       
•   Nance Gubb  
•   Elliott Sternbergh                                                 

Please join us in congratulating these employees on their significant contributions to the College!

The Curator Club and CC2 at the Oakes Museum of Natural History 

The Oakes Museum of Natural History will host a number of Curator Club events this summer including wetlands exploring, solar energy and gardens. Curator Club and CC2 provide science enrichment and hands-on experiment opportunities for students in 3rd through 8th grade. Visit the messiah.edu/oakes or email us at curatorsclub@messiah.edu for more information. 

Ancestry.com Library Edition Workshop

You are invited to attend an Ancestry.com workshop, sponsored by Murray Library.  See the database description at the bottom of this announcement.

The library subscribes to the library edition of Ancestry.com.  It is accessible to Messiah employees and students, on or off-campus. Location on library website:  http://www.messiah.edu/MurrayLibrary  > under Find, select Articles/Databases & Subject Guides > click on “A,” then Ancestry Library Edition.

We will introduce the main search features and contents. Following that, you will have time to begin searching for your own ancestors!

Workshop Details:

Date: June 3

Time: noon-1 p.m.

Place: Boyer 337 (computer lab)

Contact Beth Mark at bmark@messiah.edu if you would like to attend.

Fast facts about Ancestry.com Library Edition:

• Access a vast collection of U.S. and international documents online
• Images of original documents
• Includes narratives, oral histories, indexes and abstracts to other resources
• You can search over 30,000 Ancestry.com record collections and 11 billion records
• Record collections span the 1500s–2000s

Introduction to Murray Library Resources Workshop

All Messiah employees have access to the library’s books (both in the library and e-books), DVDs (over 5,000 feature films!), audiobooks, CDs, and magazine and journal articles.

You are invited to a workshop which will provide an overview of what is available and will help you to locate and use the library’s many resource—both online and hard copy.

Workshop content:

• Using the Library catalog to locate DVDs, audiobooks, music and more
• E-books
• Finding fiction, memoirs, etc., in the library
• Using library databases to find online articles, including Consumer Reports
• Using Interlibrary Loan to borrow books from other libraries 

Workshop details:

Date:               June 4

Time:               noon-1 p.m.

Location:         Boyer 337 (computer lab)

Contact Beth Mark at bmark@messiah.edu if you would like to attend.

Prescription Painkiller Abuse

June is National Safety Month and the safety topic for week #1 is prescription painkiller abuse. Did you know over-the-counter pain medicines actually work better than prescription opioid painkillers? Check out this information provided by the National Safety Council to learn why.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Office of Student Affairs has a current full-time opening for an assistant director of international student programs & designated school official. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/6397

Job-related questions may be directed to Faith Minnich-Kjesbo, director of the intercultural office, at FMinnich@messiah.edu.

2005 Chevy Equinox LT AWD for sale. 102,000 miles. New struts, plugs, plug wires, ignition cylinder. Leather, OnStar, heated front seats, loaded. Garage kept. Asking $6,000. For pictures or more information, please email cwiddowson@messiah.edu.

He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm.

^{Proverb 13:20}

NEWS

Assistant Professor of Music Dr. Damian Savarino will be singing at the Embassy of Argentina in Washington DC on Saturday, May 29, 2015. Savarino will be performing as part of a gala event to benefit the Maryland Lyric Opera Company, for which he is contracted to sing in July. For more information on the gala event at the embassy, click here.

The School of Science, Engineering, and Health announces a leadership restructuring in the Department of Engineering, effective August 1, 2015. Dr. Randy Fish will serve as assistant chair of engineering, with responsibilities in the area of recruitment. In this role he will liaise with prospective and incoming students and families and with campus offices related to student affairs before and as engineering students ‘come in the door’ to Messiah’s engineering program. Dr. Brian Swartz will serve as department chair of engineering. Brian’s role includes the traditional areas of department chair responsibilities, with the exception of those related to recruitment and course scheduling for incoming students.

Dr. Carol Buckley was honored with the “Distinguished Paper Award” from the Pennsylvania Educational Research Association. In April, she was invited to represent PERA at the American Research Association’s conference in Chicago. Congratulations to Carol for this noteworthy honor.

Marti Derr, associate professor of nursing (Clinical Track) earned certification in bioethics from Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia. The graduate courses addressed philosophical, theological, and political foundations for the study of bioethics.

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Ben Taylor farewell May 28

It is with great sadness that Messiah College announces Ben Taylor will be leaving in June, to move to Bloomington, Ind. Ben will be starting a new position as assistant director of student life at Indiana University Kelley School of Business. Ben and Kerrie will appreciate being much closer to both of their families, but will certainly miss the close relationships they’ve developed with their colleagues here on campus.

A  farewell reception for Ben will be held on Thursday, May 28, from 2:30-4:30 p.m. in the Larsen Student Union fireplace alcove. If you are able to come by to say farewell, Ben would appreciate the time with his colleagues.

Symposium to be presented October 8

Please join us for The Ernest L. Boyer Center Symposium “Constructing Hope: Inspired Learning in an Age of Accountability” on October 8, 2015. The Keynote title is “Boyer’s Basic School: A Partnership for HOPE” with Patrick Callaghan, Jr , Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction – South Western City Schools, Grove City, Ohio.

The symposium will be held from 4-7 p.m. in Hostetter Chapel. Registration is required via the website at http://www.messiah.edu/boyer_center. For more information, contact Tina Keul at tkeul@messiah.edu.

Heat Illness             

With increasing temperatures and more time spent outside working and playing, the potential for heat illnesses also increases. Know how to prevent heat exhaustion and heat stroke, know the signs of heat illnesses, and know what to do if you or someone else is experiencing the symptoms. Take the time to read the tips that could save a life.

Lyme disease – what you should know

In 2013, 95% of confirmed Lyme disease cases were reported in just 14 states. Pennsylvania was one of the 14, as were our neighboring states of Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and New York. While 30,000 cases were reported to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), they estimate that there are closer to 300,000 people diagnosed with Lyme disease annually. Do you know how Lyme Disease is spread? Do you know the signs and symptoms of it? Do you know what precautions to take? Click on the information link to find out what you should know about this disease that is infecting growing numbers of individuals every year!

Thank you videos

Each year, Human Resources reaches out to our student population to assist in producing special “thank you” videos for the Employee Recognition Reception. This year, we reached out to the entire student population and asked them to tell us what they loved about Messiah or who they loved at Messiah. These tributes from our students were filmed and shown at the Employee Recognition Reception on May 6, and are now available to view online. You can access ‘2015 Student Shout Outs’ from the Employee QuickLinks menu on MCSquare. Students are also able to view the salutes from the Student QuickLinks menu. Enjoy!

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Early Learning Center currently has openings for substitute teachers (Preschool). These are temporary, as needed assignments. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/5028. Job related questions may be directed to Stacey Griffiths, director of the Early Learning Center, at SGriffiths@messiah.edu.

FOR SALE:

Bike for sale. Looking to sell a 2009 TREK820. 54 inch aluminum/steel alloy frame, all SHIMANO components, crossover tires, new Fizik grip tape, overall in great condition. Asking $350 or best offer. 11263991_10206602077395480_5583424909549592316_n.jpg  If interested please contact Josiah Lindquist at jlindquist@messiah.edu.

Bikes for sale: Two boys 20″ BMX style bicycles. One red, one silver. Asking $15.00 each. Call Bill Althoff at 253-5196.

Ikea Leksvik six compartment coffee table. Stained wood. Good condition. 47″x23″x21″. $25 obo. If interested, please email Kerry Harker-Roth at kroth@messiah.edu. 

Chairs for sale:  Kitchen chairs, set of 4.  Asking $50.  The seat is natural.  The back and legs are white. Picture Attached.   If interested please contact Ted Gingrich @ tgingrich@messiah.edu.

FOR RENT:

3-4 bedroom duplex house for rent in Grantham,  810 Grantham Road, $1190/mo, available July 1.  Also, 3 bedroom apartment  for rent, 706 Grantham Rd, $900, mo, available Aug 1.  Contact Dale Fogelsanger at  717-623-0735 or dfogelsa@messiah.edu .