ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Keith Quesenberry Paper and Presentation
Professor of Marketing Keith Quesenberry has had a research article published in the fall edition of Quarterly Review of Business Disciplines with co-author Michael Coolsen. “Engagement on Twitter: Connecting Consumer Social Media Gratifications and Forms of Interactivity to Brand Goals for Social Media Engagement” analyzes what increases engagement on Twitter (now X) and proposes a brand consumer goal model to improve social media engagement in any social media platform. On September 26th, Keith also presented a workshop “Creating a Strategic Approach to AI Use” to the PA Public Relations Society professional organization.
Oksana Moroz, an assistant professor of English, published a collaborative article titled “Multilingual English second language students’ voice in digital storytelling” in Computers and Composition Journal. The study explored the impact of digital storytelling on multilingual ESL students’ ability to express their identities through voice. Researchers conducted a mixed-method study with 25 participants who evaluated ten pairs of digital stories to determine if they could differentiate between stories by the same author. Findings revealed that raters successfully identified stories by a single multilingual writer, demonstrating the use of distinct voices in their narratives. Participants emphasized certain multimodal and linguistic features while making their evaluations, highlighting the role of these elements in conveying identity. This research offers valuable insights and activities aimed at further developing ESL students’ voices in multilingual classrooms.
BID FAREWELL
After 28 years of excellent service at Messiah, Carol Wickey, administrative assistant to the Teacher Education Program, is retiring. During her time at Messiah, Carol has helped thousands of students enter, navigate and successfully complete our teacher certification programs. Her efficient procedures, knowledge of Messiah and collegial connections across campus allowed her to serve teacher education students and faculty well. A retirement drop-in will take place on Monday, Oct. 28 between 10 a.m.-2 p.m. outside Boyer 414. Come stop by Carol’s office to wish her well!
AROUND CAMPUS
Passport Service Day
Are you planning to travel? Do you, your spouse or children need a passport?
Come by Eisenhower Commons on Thursday, Oct. 31 for Passport Service Day!
Representatives from the Cumberland County Court House will be on campus outside the Falcon between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to process NEW passport applications. Passport photo services will also be available.
Applicants need to bring the following documents to apply for a passport:
1. Completed application (https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/need-passport.html)
2. Original birth certificate and a photocopy of birth certificate
3. Driver’s license and a photocopy of driver’s license (Copy of both front and back of the driver’s license on the same side of the page)
4. Non-PA residents also need to bring their Messiah ID and a photocopy of their ID
5. Fees:
– $130 check or money order, written to the U.S. Department of State
– $35 cash or check, written to the Prothonotary’s Office
– If passport photos are needed: $10 cash or check, written to Messiah University
If you have any questions, please contact the Agape Center at agapecenter@messiah.edu.
*Please note that this event is only for NEW applicants.
Opportunity to Support Messiah’s Grad Students
Messiah’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies is once again holding our collection to help our graduate students perform to the best of their ability during the week of final exams. Our goal is to fill 180 bags with study break friendly items for the on-campus graduate students and select online graduate students who live locally. We will also provide a note of prayer and encouragement to each recipient.
Donations are being collected at Winding Hill and on main campus through Monday, December 2nd. If you are able to contribute, please visit our sign-up link for details. Reach out to Lyndsay Grimm (lgrimm@messiah.edu) with any questions. Thank you in advance!
Faculty panel on the legacy of the sexual revolution, Oct. 31
“Has the sexual revolution that started in the mid 20th century brought us closer to or further from the common good?” This is the important and disputed question that four faculty members — Jenell Paris (Anthropology), Christine Perrin (Honors), Samuel Smith (English), and Philip Tan (Engineering) — will respond to on Thursday, Oct. 31 at 4:30 p.m. in Frey 110. Sponsored by the University Honors Program, this panel discussion is open to all members of the community. It is part of a series of events this year on the MUHP theme: “Men and Women.”
Seed Library at Murray Library. We need YOU!
How can you help? Please donate your seeds!
-As you harvest your fall plants, save some of the seeds for yourself and bring some to the library.
-Return the seeds in separate baggies or envelopes by their variety to the Library’s circulation desk. Seeds must be dry and free of most residue.
-The seed library accepts seeds for: vegetables, herbs, flowers
-Commercially distributed, opened or unopened seed packets are also accepted.
Check out our mission, goals, and educational resources: https://libguides.messiah.edu/seed/home
Central Pennsylvania Forum for Science and Faith Presents Fall Lecture
Please join us as we welcome Professor Robin Collins, the Randall Basinger Chair and Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Messiah University, to deliver a talk entitled, “A Universe Providentially Structured for Scientific Discovery.” Dr. Collins’ talk is based on his recent original research showing that the fundamental structure of the universe is not only fine-tuned to an enormous degree of precision for the success of science, but also fine-tuned to most effectively signal to us this fact. Dr. Collins concludes his talk by discussing the major philosophical and theological implications of this fine-tuning. Dr. Collins’ talk will be held Monday, Nov. 4, at 7 p.m. in Hostetter Chapel. We look forward to a fascinating and stimulating evening.
2024 American Democracy Lecture
Please join us for the 2024 American Democracy Lecture, featuring Dr. Morris Fiorina’s lecture on “An Era of Unstable Majorities Continues.”
The United States is currently experiencing an historically unprecedented period of electoral instability. In this talk, Dr. Fiorina will discuss how current times contrast with earlier periods in American electoral history. He will share how the sorting of the two parties into ideologically opposing organizations does not well represent the larger electorate. The result: the inability of either party to forge lasting majorities that can make significant progress on the problems our country faces.
Monday, Oct. 28
7 p.m., Hostetter Chapel Sanctuary
Free tickets are required for this event. To reserve, please contact the Messiah University Box Office at 717-691-6036.
Sponsored by the History, Politics, and International Relations Department and the Center for Public Humanities
CLASSIFIEDS
Job opportunities
Procurement has an opening for a full-time Coordinator for Finance & Planning. Job related questions may be directed to Steph Sechrist at ssechrist@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28201.
School of Arts, Culture & Society has an opening for a part time Administrative Assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Tina Keller at tkeller@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28226.
Cybersecurity Education has an opening for a part-time Cybersecurity Project Coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Lynn Bigelow at lbigelow@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28212.
The Intellectual Disabilities Certificate Program has an opening for a full-time Assistant Director of NEXT Steps. Job related questions may be directed to Amber Brisbane at abrisbane@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28169.
Admissions has an opening for a full-time Admissions Counselor. Job related questions may be directed to Shayna Mark at smark@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28158.
The Department of Safety has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Brad Neuenschwander at dneuenschwander@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/27989.
The Graduate Counseling Program has an opening for a full-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Leah Clarke at lclarke@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/27462.
The Oakes Museum of Natural History has an opening for a part-time Museum Teaching Docent. Job related questions may be directed to Helena Cicero at hcicero@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/27929.
The Department of Safety has an opening for 3rd shift safety officer/dispatcher. Job related questions may be directed to Daniel (Brad) Neuenschwander at dneuenschwander@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26686.
Dining Services has an opening for a full-time catering supervisor, a full-time cook and a part time cook. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu For more information and to apply, please see: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/27727.
Campus and Building Services has a variety of full and part-time campus and building services worker openings. Job related questions can be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu.
The Department of Education has an opening for a full-time Faculty in Education. Job related questions may be directed to Beverly Pitcher-Johnson at bjohnson@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/27681
The Department of Education has an opening for a part-time Adjunct Professor of Education- EDUC 415 – Evidence-Based Practices in Early Childhood Education. Job related questions may be directed to Beverly Pitcher-Johnson at bjohnson@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28037.
The Department of Mathematics has an opening for a full time Term-Tenure Track Mathematics Faculty position. Job related questions may be directed to Amanda Lohss alohss@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28067.
Estate auction
Estate auction. Vintage tractors and antique farm/garden implement auction Oct. 26 in East Berlin. In person and online. Descriptions and photos at www.larryswartzauctioneer.com/auctions/ . For more information contact Dale Fogelsanger: 717-623-0735
OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS
Menkis Works Pottery Open Studio – Oct. 25 and 26
The 6th Annual Menkis Works Pottery Open Studio and Sale is just around the corner!
As always, we will have lots of pottery available alongside other crafts, live wheel throwing demonstrations, a kid’s clay table, refreshments and more! We strive to make beautiful and functional pottery – perfect for gifts or your own home. We hope to see you there! Friday Oct. 25, Noon – 4 p.m. and Saturday Oct. 26, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 2401 Arcona Rd, Mechanicsburg.
