For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope.

Romans 15:4

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Changes to Intercom submission procedure

To more effectively maintain the Intercom, we have made a slight adjustment to the submission procedure. Beginning today, Jan. 28, Intercom submissions may only be made through the form found here. Please bookmark this page on your computer and devices for ease! Submissions through any other method (email or phone call) cannot be accepted. Updates have been made to the form, allowing for better categorization, information input and organization of dates for publication. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated!

Winter orientation begins today, Jan. 28

Messiah College is excited to welcome our incoming new and transfer students as they begin their spring semester on Thursday, Jan. 28. You can visit http://www.messiah.edu/homepage/1973/winter_orientation_-_january to see their three-day orientation agenda. Any questions about their orientation weekend can be directed to the Student Involvement and Leadership Programs office, ext. 5240 or silp@messiah.edu.

Open enrollment for preschool 2016/2017

The Early Learning Center is pleased to announce our open enrollment for 2016/2017. We have both full-day and half-day programs available to the Messiah College community and the community at large. We continually strive to use developmentally appropriate goals for young children as well as children’s interests as a framework for planning the educational program and assessing children’s progress in all aspects of the social-emotional, cognitive, spiritual and physical foundations necessary for later school success. The Early Learning Center utilizes the Project Approach as a key component of its curriculum. This inquiry-based approach allows children and teachers to engage in in-depth investigations of a topic or idea worth studying, resulting in the strengthening of academic skills and intellectual dispositions in an authentic manner. Children are viewed as capable, competent, curious and creative members of the classroom community.

Interested parties should contact the administrative assistant at 717-796-5043 or email earlylearningcenter@messiah.edu for further questions or to schedule a tour of the center. You can also visit our website at messiah.edu/elc and complete an online waiting list form.

Safety contest deadline Friday, Jan. 29

It’s not too late to enter the Safety Contest for January. All entries must be received by tomorrow, Jan. 29, end of business, to be included in the prize drawing during the Workplace Safety Committee meeting on Feb. 2. Submit your answer to January’s question to dfink@messiah.edu or Donna Fink, Suite 3015.

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Job Opportunities:

The Department of Facility Services is accepting applications for the position of groundskeeper, seasonal part-time. For additional information and to apply, please see: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/7848. Job-related questions may be directed to Pete Ramsey, grounds manager, at pramsey@messiah.edu.

The Admissions Office currently has an opening for the position of admissions visit coordinator. For additional information and to apply, please see:  http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/7890. Job-related questions may be directed to Randy Ness, director of recruitment and constituent relations, at rness@messiah.edu.

Campus Events currently has an opening for the position of Campus Events Worker II – High Center, Shift 3B.  For additional information and to apply, please see:  http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/7900. Job-related questions may be directed to Scott Zeigler, campus events manager, at szeigler@messiah.edu.

For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

ROMANS 8:38-39

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Ted Davis to give lectures 

Ted Davis, professor of the history of science, will give a public lecture, “Why Christianity is Good for Science,” on Thursday, Jan. 28, at the Agora Institute for Civic Virtue & the Common Good in St. David’s, Pa. More information is at http://agorainstitute.org/events. Ted is also presenting a three-part series, “Christianity and Science in Historical Perspective,” at Derry Presbyterian Church (Hershey), starting on Sunday, Jan. 31, at 9:15 a.m., and continuing the next two Sundays.

Senior class lights the Swinging Bridge

The Class of 2016 is leaving their legacy by lighting the Swinging Bridge. Their ambitious goal to achieve 85% senior class participation and raise $6,040 by Commencement is underway! If you are interested in joining their philanthropic efforts, please visit www.messiah.edu/seniors16. Thank you to staff, faculty and students who have already generously contributed! If you have any questions, please direct them to lseneca@messiah.edu.

Winter orientation begins next Thursday, Jan. 28

Messiah College is excited to welcome our incoming new and transfer students as they begin their spring semester on Thursday, Jan. 28. You can visit http://www.messiah.edu/homepage/1973/winter_orientation_-_january to see their three-day orientation agenda. Any questions about orientation weekend can be directed to the Student Involvement and Leadership Programs office, ext. 5240 or silp@messiah.edu.

Compliance communications

The Office of Human Resources and Compliance maintains an electronic archive that houses copies of any and all communications related to compliance that are distributed across campus. This includes, but is not limited to: notifications that are sent out annually for compliance purposes, notifications related to campus incidents, and communications sent out when onboarding new students or employees.

As you distribute compliance-related communications, please send an electronic copy to dfink@messiah.edu. If you are unsure as to whether or not something fits into the compliance communications category, please send it and HR will determine its relevance.

Safety recalls

WalMart has recalled Rival Griddles sold between July 2015 – December 2015. The heating element can crack and water can get inside, posing a shock hazard when the griddle is plugged into an electrical outlet. For more information including what to do if you have one, and for information about additional safety recalls, refer to the Consumer Product Safety Commission website at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/

Who could use an extra $50?

It’s not too late to enter the safety contest for January. All entries must be received by Jan. 29 to be included in the prize drawing during the workplace safety committee meeting in February. Submit your answer to January’s question to dfink@messiah.edu or Donna Fink, Suite 3015.

Summer student employment reminder

Departments that plan to hire summer student employees are reminded to have summer job postings ready for internal (‘posted/not visible’) posting by Feb. 5. The Summer Job Fair will be held on Feb. 11 in Hostetter Chapel from 12:30-5 p.m. Any departments hiring for one or more new positions and/or one or more replacement student employees are required to attend the job fair. Additional information about summer student employment can be found here. Details about the summer job fair can be found here or by contacting bconrad@messiah.edu.

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For sale:

For rent: 

A fantastic apartment is for rent in downtown Harrisburg and available to move in on Feb. 1 (or earlier if needed)! Please check it out and also share it with anyone who is looking for a great apartment, in a great location, at a great price. My wife, son and I have lived here for three years and loved it. (We are only moving now to get a back yard for our growing son.) We loved the character, the layout, the old style gate elevator, the balconies, the city and river views, and the location next to downtown restaurants, cafes, the YMCA, and other activities like a yoga studio, art galleries and river festivals. The landlord is great, there is ample street parking, and the neighborhood is completely safe. Here is more information about how you can get a viewing: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3198225543-711-N-2nd-St-8-Harrisburg-PA-17102 If you have any further questions, please contact Rodney Green at 717-743-6418 or rgreen@messiah.edu.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Jeremiah 29:11

NEWS

Robin Collins, distinguished professor and chair of the philosophy department in the School of the Humanities has just been awarded a grant for his project, “The Fine-tuning for Scientific Discovery.” The project involves completing the work he has done in the last five years showing that the fundamental parameters of physics – such as the mass of the proton – fall within an extremely small range of values that are optimal for the development of technology and the discovering of the universe. He calls this the “fine-tuning for discoverability.” Such fine-tuning implies that the universe is providentially structured for beings like us to do science and thus has profound philosophical and theological implications. The $217,000 grant is over a three-year period, beginning June 2016. It provides release time to complete a technical book focused on cases of this fine-tuning in particle physics (since this area of physics provides the strongest support for his thesis), several substantial articles on non-particle physics cases, a popular book on the topic, substantial summer stipend support for Messiah College physicist Abaz Kryemadhi to help him with the physics, along with honorarium money for other experts to review the work.

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Senior class leaves lights as legacy

This year, the senior class is leaving their legacy by lighting the Swinging Bridge. The Office of Annual Giving and Senior Class Gift Committee would like to thank the Department of Biblical and Religious Studies for kicking off their efforts! Each year the Department of Biblical and Religious Studies honors their seniors with a dinner, followed by an auction of donated items from the BRS faculty offices. The bidding is lively and fun with proceeds benefiting the senior class gift. This year the contribution was $1,039. Thank you faculty and students for your generosity and investment! To learn more about the Class of 2016’s class gift, click here .

2016 MLK Commemoration Week

The Intercultural Office – Multicultural Programs is proud to present the 2016 MLK Commemoration series beginning Friday, Jan. 15- Wednesday, Jan. 20. It is the College’s goal to reflect on the vision and Christian ministry of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for the purpose of encouraging and cultivating a deeper commitment to be God’s agents of justice, peace and reconciliation. For all the details on the week’s events, visit www.messiah.edu/mlk or see the attached poster.

Call for Nominations

Call for nominations – 2016 Alumni Awards
We need your help in identify deserving recipients for the 2016 Alumni Awards. The deadline for award nomination is Jan. 20.

Young Alumnus/a Achievement Award: This award recognizes an alumnus/a who has attended Messiah College within the past 15 years for significant contribution to church, vocation, community and/or Messiah College.

Distinguished Alumnus/a Achievement Award: This award recognizes long-term vocational excellence in a manner supportive of the mission and standards of Messiah.

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: Alumni and friends are eligible for this award, which recognizes significant personal service and contribution to Messiah College. This is the only award that can go to a non-Messiah alum.

The following three links should be very helpful:
Previous Alumni Award Winners
Alumni Award Descriptions
Nominate an Alum

Networking breakfast – “Entrepreneurship Takes a Team: Building an Invested Community”

“Entrepreneurship Takes a Team: Building an Invested Community”
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 17
Schedule: 7-7:30 a.m., registration and networking; 7:30 a.m.- 9 a.m., event speaker; 9 a.m., event concludes, guests are encouraged to stay and network
Location: Eden Resort & Suites • 222 Eden Road, Lancaster PA 17601-4216
Cost and registration: $15; register at http://attend.com/MCBAF2016

Speaker: Peter Greer, Messiah College alumnus and entrepreneur-in-residence and President and CEO of Hope International, knows well the power of teams for entrepreneurship. As Hope has supported budding businesses around the world, Greer has repeatedly seen that a new enterprise’s success depends on the contributions of many—from those who birth an idea, to those who develop the business concept, to those who finance and implement it.
This event is OPEN TO EVERYONE! Please feel free to invite a guest.

Important ITS News

There are a number of new articles that may be of interest located on the ITS blog at helpdesk.messiah.edu. Please take a look and enjoy the new information.

• OneDrive – You may have heard about OneDrive, but maybe you’re unsure what this is or how this works. There is information located on our blog about OneDrive. Start with http://blogs.messiah.edu/its/question/what-is-onedrive, and click “Next Articles” to continue reading about OneDrive. If you have further questions regarding OneDrive, please feel free to contact the HelpDesk at ext. 4444.

• Firefox – If you are having issues with Canvas or using Firefox on a PC (not Mac), you may have an outdated version of Firefox. To update your version, please follow the blog article http://blogs.messiah.edu/its/archives/6226. Firefox should be on the list of applications to install.

• Windows 10 Upgrades – At this time, ITS has not determined when Windows 10 will start to be utilized by Messiah College. We are currently not aware of any Messiah applications requiring this operating system. Please do not attempt to upgrade to Windows 10 on your Messiah assigned computer. Watch for updates on the ITS blog at helpdesk.messiah.edu.

• El Capitan for Mac Users – Your computer may be prompting for an Operating System upgrade. Please check the blog article http://blogs.messiah.edu/its/archives/6510 for more information.

On-site Microsoft Word training – seats available for this Tuesday, Jan. 19!

Human Resources is sponsoring an on-site professional development opportunity for administrative support staff and we have room available to accommodate others. A training professional from Fred Pryor will cover Microsoft Word topics on Tuesday, Jan. 19. The morning session will run from 8:30-11:30 a.m., followed by an afternoon session from 1-4 p.m. Topics covered will include bulleted lists, styles and themes, outlining, table of contents, end and foot notes, merging, macros, forms creation and tables.

Preference will be given to those who are able to commit to both sessions. There will be a $20 charge to your department to help defray the cost of the training. Please contact Kathy Castonguay, Human Resources and Compliance, to inquire about participation.

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For Sale:
Soda Stream Source sparkling water maker – purchased in December and used only a few times. Paid $100, selling for $70. Please contact lprice@messiah.edu or 515-9934 if interested.

Wanted:
Gently used clothing for Boys 4T and Girls 5T or 6x. Please notify trader@messiah.edu with information.

Job Opportunities:
Campus Events currently has an opening for the position of Campus Events Worker I –3rd Shift. For additional details and to apply, please see: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/7755
Job-related questions may be directed to Scott Zeigler, campus events manager, at szeigler@messiah.edu or by dialing ext. 2940.

The Murray Library has an upcoming opening for the position of Librarian/Collection Development Coordinator. For additional information and to apply, please see: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/7757
Job-related questions may be directed to Jonathan Lauer, director of the Murray Library, at jlauer@messiah.edu.

The Collaboratory for Strategic Partnerships and Applied Research has an opening for the position of Engineering Project Manager.  For additional information and to apply please see:  http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/7776. Job-related questions may be directed to David Vader, professor of engineering, at dvader@messiah.edu.

And this is love: that we walk in obedience to his commands. As you have heard from the beginning, his command is that you walk in love.
John 1:6

NEWS

Dr. Raeann Hamon, distinguished professor of family science and gerontology, and Dr. Suzanne Smith (Washington State University Vancouver) served as guest editors for a special issue of the journal Family Science Review, devoted to innovative strategies for teaching family theories. The special issue is a collection of nine peer-reviewed manuscripts and one book review. Family Science Review is the publication of the Family Science Association. Professor Paul Johns, assistant professor of human development and family Science, and two of his students—Rachel L. Kreiger and Caroline M. Hurff—also had their manuscript included in the collection: “My Life as a Therapist”: A Journaling Method for Teaching Systems-Based Family Therapy Theories to Undergraduate Students.” The journal is available at: http://www.familyscienceassociation.org/familysciencereview/vol20/issue3%20#

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Bethesda Mission Donations
Thank you to everyone who donated items for Bethesda Mission at our employee Christmas luncheon. We collected a total of 595 pounds of socks, deodorant, toothpaste, sports balls, spiral notebooks and binders! Our grounds department graciously loaded a pickup truck and delivered the goods prior to Christmas break. Thanks, all!

Safety Contest
Congratulations to Cindy Burger, the winner of the Workplace Safety Committee’s safety contest question for December. She will receive a $50 gift card. The question for December was: In your primary work area, where is the location of the nearest fire pull alarm and AED? We hope everyone took the time to find the location of all emergency equipment and emergency exits for their work location.

Remember that for each of the remaining months of the contest, a question will be distributed to all employees via mass email. All correct answers for the month will go into a prize drawing; each month the prize is a $50 gift card. Watch your email on Monday, Jan. 11 for the next question!

Employee mileage reimbursement rate

IRS has announced an adjusted mileage reimbursement rate of $0.54 per mile for car, van, pickup truck or panel truck effective Jan. 1. Messiah College has adopted the rate decrease. Mileage reimbursement requests, regardless of travel date, should be calculated using the new rate of $0.54 per mile. Please note: this rate is for reimbursement requests only and does not impact the College’s internal charges for use of fleet vehicles.

For your convenience, an updated Mileage reimbursement form will be available at McSquare_EmployeeQuicklinks_BusinessOffice_Forms or click here: http://mcweb.messiah.edu/mcsquare/businessoffice/Documents/Mileage%20Form%20FY16.pdf.

Phone tips

Incoming calls: When calling from off campus, you can reach someone by using 717-796-1800 followed by 1 and the person’s extension when you hear the recording.
Extension numbers: You can use MCSquare or Outlook to find a person’s extension.
Outside calls: When you need to make an outside call, dial 9 first to get an outside line. If the number you are trying to reach is a 717 area code, you don’t need to dial 717–just dial 9 and the number.
If you need to make an outside call not in the 717 area code, dial 9, 1 and the area code and number.

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For Sale:
Brown leather reclining easy chair. Contemporary design. Photo here.
Asking $145. Please respond to jlauer@messiah.edu or 717-691-8341

Chair and a half chocolate brown leather recliner, $225 (purchased for $429). If interested, contact trader@messiah.edu.

X-Box games and new amazon fire case: Factory sealed Xbox 360 Just Dance 2015, $20; factory sealed Xbox 360 Just Dance 2016, $35; brand new Amazon Fire 7” 8GB with case, never used just opened to display, $65. Contact Renee at rfeather@messiah.edu if interested.

For Rent:
Farmhouse in a country setting with lots of backyard space for $1000/month (includes water and trash pick-up). Located 8-10 minutes from campus. Three Bedroom, 2 bathroom with wood fireplace den, family room, dining room and kitchen. Also includes a detached garage with storage space and a front wooden deck, range, refrigerator, frontload washer and dryer. Renters are responsible for electric and oil heat as this is not included in rent. Pets allowed. If interested, contact Marcelle Giovannetti at mgiovannetti@messiah.edu or 717-350-0610.

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Isaiah 9:6

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Employee Christmas luncheon

Don’t forget! This year’s employee Christmas luncheon will take place tomorrow from noon-2:30 p.m. in Lottie Nelson Dining Room. Come and enjoy food, fellowship and festive entertainment as we join together to celebrate this holiday season.

Bethesda Mission’s ministries reach men, women and children in the Harrisburg area, seeking to inspire hope in each person. This mission meshes well with the theme for the luncheon this year—the anticipation and hope of Christmas Eve. To participate in our tradition of charitable giving at this event, please bring an item from the following list to the luncheon:

• Toothpaste
• Men’s deodorant
• Men’s white socks
• Sports ball (football, soccer, basketball)
• 1” binder
• Spiral notebook

We’ve provided another visual to help you remember the list of items! See link. Please contact Human Resources and Compliance with any questions. All donations are optional.

Accounts payable reminder

Accounts payable would like to remind the campus there will be no checks issued for the week of Christmas, Dec. 21-31, 2015. Our checks are processed weekly on Thursdays, so please plan accordingly if you will need a check issued over these periods.

Campus budget forum

The annual campus budget forum is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 7 from noon-1:30 p.m. in Frey 110. There will be a presentation by David Walker, vice president for finance and planning, and a Q&A session. Following feedback from governance groups, College Council is scheduled to vote on potential increases to tuition, room, board and fees on January 21. The forum is open to all employees and attendance is encouraged.

Winter recess P-Card reminders

The deadline for allocating December transactions is Jan. 6, 2016, and the deadline for approving December transactions is Jan. 11, 2016. If you do not work during January, please make sure that your December transactions are allocated prior to your last work day before winter recess. If a transaction has not posted to your account prior to your last work day, please make arrangements with the P-Card administrator to have it allocated. If you do not work during January but typically approve transactions for someone who does, please arrange a delegate to handle the December approvals in your absence.

Questions should be directed to the P-Card administrator at ext. 2211 or to pcard@messiah.edu.

Phone tips

Incoming calls When calling from off campus, you can reach someone by using 717-796-1800 followed by 1 +extension when the recording comes on.

Extension numbers You can use MCSquare or Outlook to find a person’s extension.

Outside calls When you need to make an outside call, dial 9 first to get an outside line.  If the number you are trying to reach is a 717 area code, you don’t need to dial 717–just dial 9 and the number.

If you need to make an outside call not in the 717 area code, dial 9, 1 and the area code and number.

Feb. 10 workshop explores fresh ways to partner with vulnerable and marginalized people to combat extreme poverty

Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit? Do you want to invest in others? Evangelical Seminary has created a one-day event to help those with a passion to use their resources to creatively invest in another’s future. The seminar “Fresh Hope for the Poor: Moving Beyond Charity” brings four successful entrepreneurs together on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2016, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Dixon University Center, Harrisburg.

The four entrepreneurs are Peter Greer of Hope International and entrepreneur-in-residence at Messiah College, Michelle Kime of ImagineGoods, TJ Foltz of HumanKind Water, and Jo Ann Spidle of Ten Thousand Villages. See more in the flyer here.

$50 reminder

Don’t let all the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season keep you from a chance to win a $50 gift card. Remember to enter the December Safety Question contest. Entries must be received by Dec. 31. Send your submission to Donna Fink, suite 3015, or email to dfink@messiah.edu.

Holiday safety tips

The Red Cross and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) off the following tips to help prevent holiday home fires:  

Christmas tree care

1. Purchase flame retardant metallic or artificial trees.
2. If you have a real tree, make sure that it has fresh, green needles that aren’t easily broken.  Keep live trees as moist as possible by giving them plenty of water.
3. Use a sturdy tree stand designed not to tip over.
4. Keep trees at least three feet away from heat sources, including fireplaces, portable heaters, radiators, heat vents and candles.
5. Make sure that any light strings or other decorations for the tree are in good condition and follow manufacturer’s instructions for their use.  Do not use anything with frayed electrical cords.
6. Never put tree branches or needles in a fireplace or wood burning stove.
7. Safely dispose of trees as they become dry and needles begin to drop.
8. Dispose of trees through recycling centers or community pick-up services.  Dried-out trees should not be left in a house or garage, or placed against the house or garage.
9. This NFPA/UL video demonstrates the flammability of a dry Christmas tree versus a tree that has been watered regularly.

Holiday lights and decorations

1. Always unplug tree and holiday lights before leaving home or going to bed.
2. Inspect holiday lights each year for frayed wires, bare spots, broken or cracked sockets, and excessive kinking or wear.
3. Some lights are designed specifically for indoor use and some for outdoor use; be sure you are using them correctly.
4. Avoid overloading electrical outlets by not linking more than three light strands or a maximum of 50 lights for the screw-in bulbs.
5. Use decorations that are flame-resistant or flame-retardant.
6. Place decorations at least three feet away from fireplaces, portable heaters, radiators, heat vents and candles.

Holiday candles

1. Always extinguish them before leaving the room or going to bed.  Do not leave a room before extinguishing candles.
2. Never use lit candles to decorate a tree.
3. Keep them at least three feet away from trees and holiday decorations, and other items that can catch fire like clothing, papers and curtains.
4. Keep them out of the reach of children.

Early arrivals

If you are bringing back any students for a college related reason before Tuesday, Jan. 5, you will need to submit their name, date of return and reason for return to housing@messiah.edu.  Requests must be submitted by Friday, Dec. 18.

Deposits are due for The 7 Cities of Revelation and the Greek Island of Patmos tour

This week is the deposit deadline for The 7 Cities of Revelation and the Greek Island of Patmos tour (June 3-12, 2016).

To see a full itinerary description of all the sites and activities included in the tour, please see the attached brochure or visit this link:  http://www.tutkutours.com/BIB_Biblical_Turkey_2016.asp.

Please feel free to email me at mramey@messiah.edu or at meg.ramey@gmail.com with any questions.

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Wanted:

Male kitten: looking for a male kitten that is ready to leave his mother and has been checked by a vet. Must be available by Christmas Eve. Please contact Annie Minicuci at aminicuci@messiah.edu.

 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid.⁷ I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.

Luke 2:10

NEWS

From Kathy Hettinga, professor of art and design 

It was a very good year for design awards for Messiah College!

• Brianna Jewell and Matthew Listor, students in the Design as Service course, received a design award for their work titled: “National Parks in the Chesapeake” created for the National Parks Conservation Association. Brianna and Matthew worked as a design team—designing, illustrating and overseeing production of the multiple panel/poster brochure for national organization NPCA.
• Kathy T. Hettinga received a design award for her work titled “[Im]material, Exhibition Announcement” for the Aughinbaugh Gallery, created for Elizabeth Dubin, gallery director. Photography and artwork for the announcement and poster were created by Brenton Good, Kathy T. Hettinga and the Women’s Studio Workshop.
• The Messiah College students’ and Professor Hettinga’s designs were selected for the 2015 American Graphic Design Awards out of 9,000 entries! The design work will be published in the 250 page Graphic Design: USA’s Design Annual, and on their popular website and digital annuals for desktop, tablet and smartphone. Students Brianna Jewell and Matthew Listor and Professor Hettinga’s design work will be seen alongside design work from Harvard and Yale University, SVA and Parsons, Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, Adobe, U.S. Olympic Committee and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Editor/publisher Gorden Kaye describes the winning entries as “exceptional.” The 52-year-old competition is presented by Graphic Design USA, the business-to-business magazine for creative professionals. The awards program honors, and encourages recognition of, the power of design to shape commerce, culture and communications.

Personnel changes in graduate programs

As Graduate Programs continues to grow, there are several personnel changes based on new program development, compliance and Messiah’s commitment to excellence. Stephanie Patterson has accepted the position of administrative assistant for occupational therapy, dietetic internship and graduate programs in business and leadership. She will be providing key support to these programs as they intentionally grow to extend the mission of Messiah College, meet the needs of students and seek appropriate accreditation, authorization, etc. Much of her time will be spent preparing the initial application for occupational therapy accreditation in preparation for our first cohort of students who we hope to enroll in the summer of 2017.

As we prepare for the first cohort of DNP students (fall 2016), Ashley Ringquist’s responsibilities have been adjusted to account for this new program. Ashley will now be serving as the administrative assistant to the director of graduate program in nursing and clinical coordinator for the graduate program in nursing. This is an essential role that will ensure that we have quality clinical experiences for our DNP and MSN students and that we are in compliance with various state boards of nursing.

As financial modeling and fiscal management are essential to our graduate programming efforts, we welcome Rebekah Ostby to Messiah College to serve as the graduate programs coordinator. Rebekah is a graduate of Eastern University having earned an undergraduate degree in business management, and she will complete an MBA from Eastern University (August 2016). Most recently, she served as the assistant director of student services/site director of Eastern University, Harrisburg Campus. In her role at Messiah College, she will be responsible for financial modeling, budget preparation, budget monitoring and administrative support projects to support all of our graduate programs.

Dr. Julie Gomboc-Turyan will continue to serve as the assistant director of graduate and nontraditional curriculum, and this restructuring will provide her with dedicated time to address new program/curriculum development, assessment/improvement of current programs and state authorization compliance.

Finally, Dr. Kris Cravey, assistant professor of business, has accepted the appointment of program director of graduate programs in business and leadership. This appointment will be effective January 2016. Kris will continue to serve as a graduate-level faculty member and will be filling the role that was vacated by Rob Pepper, who was recently appointed assistant provost for graduate and nontraditional programs.

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Christmas luncheon collection for Bethesda Mission

Bethesda Mission’s ministries reach men, women and children in the Harrisburg area, seeking to inspire hope in each person. This mission meshes well with the theme for the luncheon this year–the anticipation and hope of Christmas Eve. To participate in our tradition of charitable giving at this event, please bring an item from the following list to the luncheon:

• Toothpaste
• Men’s deodorant
• Men’s white socks
• Sports ball (football, soccer, basketball)
• 1” binder
• Spiral notebook

We’ve provided another visual to help you remember the list of items! See link.

Please contact Human Resources and Compliance with any questions. All donations are optional.

EMPOWER wellness program beginning in January

One of the most successful wellness programs we’ve offered in the past is back! EMPOWER is an on-site weight management program that enables participants to move forward in meeting personal goals, provides helpful knowledge in the areas of physical activity and nutrition and creates a community of support. Through eight weekly meetings, utilizing interactive engagement with a senior health coach and individual sharing, participants are guided into a lifetime of weight management success. Our goal is to run a program at Messiah on Mondays from noon-1 p.m. beginning Jan. 11 and ending Feb. 29.

At least 15 employees must register for us to be able to offer this program so find a friend and sign up today. If you are not able to attend at least six of the eight sessions, we ask you not to register for the program. Employees can register simply by emailing Doug Miller at dmiller@messiah.edu. Deadline for registrations is Dec. 23. It is open to employees and spouses. You do not need to be insured by Capital Blue Cross to participate.

Here’s what Messiah employees who participated in this program in the past had to say about it:

“The program is uplifting. Learning you can eat healthy without going to the extreme was encouraging.” 

“Empower was the most effective program I have ever been involved with, I’m still using what I learned two years later! In terms of exercise and weight management it’s the best investment in time you can make.”  

“One of the most beneficial aspects of Empower was that I left the class armed with resources to help me to continue to work toward my health goals.”  

“This is more than just a class, it is a life-learning experience. We were empowered not only with the basics of nutrition and exercise, but more importantly we were given the gift of encouragement.”

“I have signed up for the Empower class twice and loved it! It was great motivation to stay on track. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who is interested in leading a healthier lifestyle!”

“If you need encouragement on eating healthier, finding time for exercise and just all around feeling better, go to EMPOWER. It is well worth it!”

Starter spider plants available for your home or office

Spider plants help to improve indoor air quality and are very easy to take care of. I have several starter plants or “spiderettes” available for free. Solid green leaves or green and white striped leaves. Contact Carrie Barlup at cbarlup@messiah.edu if you’d like a plant or two or more! They make great gifts for the holidays.

Still needed: a few good elves

Each year, in the spirit of the season, employees volunteer to help us at the employee Christmas luncheon. This allows our colleagues in dining services and campus events to more fully participate in the event. If you haven’t participated before, or if you’ve had a great time volunteering in the past, we need you this year…and it’s fun!

We are still in need of a few people to help us clean up after the event, particularly to box up donations. The members of the HR team would really appreciate your help! If you would like to volunteer, please contact Victoria Johnson, human resources, at VJohnson@messiah.edu by Monday, Dec. 14.

President’s Report, new Bridge site

Last year, Messiah’s editorial team redesigned The Bridge, the College’s quarterly alumni magazine. As the second phase of this redesign, The Bridge now launches its new website, messiah.edu/the_bridge, in conjunction with its President’s Report issue. The revamped website will make it easier to enjoy the magazine in its entirety online and to share articles with friends.  In this issue, look for the year-in-review timeline, the financial report and profiles of outstanding alums.

Prefer a hard copy of the President’s Report issue of The Bridge? Printed copies are available in the lounges of Eisenhower and Boyer. As always, additional quantities can be found on the third floor of Old Main in the reception area.

As a reader, what do you think of the redesigned magazine and website? Go to messiah.edu/bridgesurvey to take a quick readership survey. Survey participants will be entered to win one of five $50 gift cards to The Campus Store, which can be used on campus or online. The deadline is Jan. 15.

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Job Opportunities:

The Department of Graduate Enrollment and Student Services has a current opening for the part-time position of graduate enrollment coordinator. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/7556. Job-related questions may be directed to Matt Reitnour, director of graduate and non-traditional enrollment, at MReitnour@messiah.edu.

The Department Human Resources and Compliance has a current opening for the full-time, three-year position of program coordinator. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/7596

Job-related questions may be directed to Inger Blount, assistant director of human resources and manager of employment, at iblount@messiah.edu.

“Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.”

Psalm 107:1

NEWS

The Allegheny Mountain Chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) recently held their annual Student Auditions Competition at Susquehanna University.  Several Messiah College voice majors competed, with the following students winning their divisions: Sarah Adams, Upper College Music Theater Women (student of Elaine Henderson); Paige Waldron, Lower College Music Theater Women (student of Elaine Henderson); Ian Bethmann, Sophomore College Men (student of Damian Savarino); and Britney Yauger, First-Year College Women (student of Damian Savarino). The following students were named semi-finalists: Johanna Harcrow, Senior College Women (student of Elaine Henderson); Persephone Marien, Junior College Women (student of Elaine Henderson); Kiya Jackson, Sophomore College Women (student of Damian Savarino); and Autumn Deck, First-Year College Women (student of Damian Savarino).  Please join the Department of Music in congratulating these fine young singers!

Dr. Raeann Hamon and four students from the Department of Human Development and Family Science attended the National Council on Family Relations Conference, November 11-14 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Raeann organized a symposium entitled “Innovative Strategies for Teaching Family Theories” and presented a paper within it: “‘What do you have to offer me?’: A Relationship Building Activity for Demonstrating Social Exchange Theory.” Hamon was also one of five presenters in a symposium entitled “The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning in Family Science Academic Careers,” which was selected to be live-streamed. As a fellow, Dr. Hamon was invited to lead a roundtable on the topic of “Advancing the Discipline of Family Science”. The HDFS students attended poster and plenary sessions, gleaned graduate school information at the university reception, and met numerous scholars in the field. Morgan Luce even won a drawing for three free nights at next year’s conference hotel.

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Thanksgiving safety
Did you know that Thanksgiving is the leading day of the year for home fires involving cooking equipment? For some tips on keeping your holiday safe and free of accidents, read the NFPA publication on Thanksgiving Safety.

No Intercom week of Nov. 26
Due to Thanksgiving, the Intercom will not be published Nov. 26. The next issue will be  Dec. 3.

Annual Amani bead holiday sale
Dec. 1 and 2, 9 a.m. -3 p.m., Eisenhower Commons

Handcrafted Amani bead jewelry, lots of Kenyan market items including ornaments, nativity scenes, scarves, etc. All priced between $3 and $40. One hundred percent of the proceeds go to New Life Homes, a network of homes in Kenya caring for abandoned and orphaned infants. We accept cash, checks, credit cards and Falcon dollars.

New assistant director of annual giving, phonathon and web marketing
I am pleased to announce Cady Sullivan will be joining the Office of Annual Giving team as the assistant director of annual giving, phonathon and web marketing. Cady earned her undergraduate degree from Messiah College and is currently enrolled in Messiah’s Masters in Higher Education program. Her education and professional experience place her in an excellent position to provide strategic planning for the phonathon program, web marketing and fundraising initiatives. In addition, Cady brings expertise and a deep appreciation for our phonathon program, as she was employed as a caller during her undergraduate experience. Cady is passionate about the mission of Messiah College and eager to continue the tradition of helping make a Messiah College education more affordable to our students.
–Beth Clark

Peter Greer to speak about his new book, “Mission Drift”
Please join the School of Business, Education and Social Sciences in welcoming Peter Greer, entrepreneur in residence, for his first speaking event on campus. Peter will be speaking about his new book, “Mission Drift” on Thursday, Nov. 19 from 7-8:30 p.m. in Frey 110.

6th annual Nobel Prize seminar
The Departments of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, and Mathematics, Physics, and Statistics present the 6th annual Nobel Prize Seminar on Tuesday, Dec. 1, 5:15 p.m. in Frey 110 (Alexander Auditorium). Refreshments will be served at 5 p.m. See attachment for talk descriptions.

We need your vote – alum Kay See Tan a Top 12 finalist!
The Council for Christian Colleges & Universities (CCCU) is launching a new Young Alumni Award to highlight the significant impact of alumni from Christian colleges and universities. Messiah alum Kay See Tan ’08 has made it to the top 12! Please take a minute to vote for Kay See—it would be great to see a fellow Falcon take the honor! You can vote once a day and must like the CCCU Facebook page to be able to participate. Vote now: http://on.fb.me/1YgrNJE

Annual Authors’ Exhibit: attention educators!
The annual Authors’ Exhibit will be held on Friday, Dec. 11. Please submit hard copies of your publications, exhibits, performance materials, etc. from Jan. -Dec. 2015 for display at this important event held in conjunction with the New Doc’s Tea. Materials can be dropped off at Carol Hostetter’s office in Boyer 101 or put in campus mail to Suite 3008. Materials will be returned to you following the event.

Seeking six artificial trees
The Student Activities Board (SAB) is looking for at least six artificial Christmas trees to borrow for their annual student Christmas Traditions dance event being held on campus in Hitchcock Arena on Dec. 12. If you are willing to lend your unused or unwanted artificial tree to SAB for the event, please contact Ashley Burkett at sabdances@gmail.com. The trees are only need for one day and you will get it back. Prelit or unlit trees, green or white.  Any height 5 feet and taller. Thank you for your help!

The Oakes Museum of Natural History holiday open house
Join us for our annual holiday open house on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 1-5 p.m. This event is our way of saying “thank you” to each of you in the community for supporting us throughout the year. There will be a winter craft project for children, a story time, winter photo booth, special discounts in the gift shop, drawings for museum gift certificates and refreshments. Admission is free, so invite a friend. You do not need to RSVP for this event. Please contact the museum office at 717-691-6082 or at oakesmuseum@messiah.edu if you have questions.

Budget managers – capital budget requests for fiscal year 2016-2017
Please click here to view a memorandum from Jill Hans, director of financial planning and budget, regarding capital budget requests for fiscal year 2016-2017.

Who couldn’t use a $50 gift card in time for Christmas shopping?
If you wish to be entered into the drawing for a $50 gift card, you must submit your entry for the November safety question by Friday, Nov. 27. All correct responses will be entered into the drawing; the winning entry will be pulled on Tuesday, Dec.  1 at the Workplace Safety Committee meeting. To enter, simply email your name, department and the answer to the following question to dfink@messiah.edu.

Question: A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provides information about the chemical substance, including but not limited to health hazard information, physical hazard information, first aid information, and how to contact the manufacture if you need more information. clorox regular bleach is included in the inventory for Campus Events and is probably found in many homes. Under first aid measures on the sds, which of the following should you do for ingestion?

1. induce vomiting
2. have the individual drink a glass of milk
3. call a poison control center
4. administer a charcoal slurry

SDSs for Messiah College are maintained in an online program. If you need help in using the online SDS system, ask a colleague or refer to this step-by-step procedure.

C.S. Lewis Institute Community Lecture
The C.S. Lewis Institute of central PA is sponsoring their first community lecture this coming Friday, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m. with Dr. Ken Boa speaking on the topic “Light in the Darkness: A Christian Response to Increasing Societal Hostility.” This is public, free event (no RSVP required) will be held in Frey Hall auditorium at Messiah College. For more information: http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/webfm_send/4604. Contact Stacy Masshardt at s.masshardt@cslewisinstitute.org  if you have questions.

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For Sale:

Wii console and accessories – remote controllers, sensor, remote charger system, and Wii guitar.  Asking $50 for everything combined.

Master’s gown (regalia) – in great shape, only worn a few times.  Black, decent material and length.  Asking $50. Contact dcurry1@messiah.edu if interested.

For Rent:

A two-bedroom apartment with AC in easy walking distance to Messiah College (just above the soccer field) will be available on Jan. 1 (or as early as December). The apartment has a living-dining room area, kitchen, study, two bathrooms and garage. Appliances: stove, refrigerator, dish washer, washer and dryer. Utilities include oil heat, sewer and garbage collection. $925 a month. Call 717-766-4937 for more information.

Job Opportunities:

The Department of Athletics has a current opening for the full-time position of head women’s volleyball coach. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/7448. Job-related questions may be directed to Jack Cole, athletic director, at JCole@messiah.edu.

The Department of Student Involvement and Leadership Programs has a current opening for the full-time position of assistant director of Student Involvement and Leadership Programs. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/7445. Job-related questions may be directed to Kevin Villegas, director of Student involvement and Leadership Programs, at KVillega@messiah.edu.

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

Deuteronomy 6:5

NEWS

Kathy T. Hettinga, professor of art and design, has been awarded the Denbo Fellowship at Pyramid Atlantic Art Center—prints and book arts center—located in the arts district of downtown Silver Spring, MD.  The contemporary arts center was founded by noted artist and teacher Helen C. Frederick to provide a conducive environment for artistic collaboration and dialogue. Selected by a panel of professional artists, curators and art administrators, the Fellowship is competitively awarded for artistic merit and quality of the residency plan to create a new body of work. The Fellowship includes 24 hour access to the art center, technical assistance and a stipend. Hettinga will be a Fellow in residency during her upcoming spring sabbatical.

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The Department of Education will host its annual Faculty Fall Forum, featuring Dr. Carol Buckley on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 4:30 p.m. in Boyer 131. Dr. Buckley will discuss “Changing Math Attitudes: One Family at a Time,” that will provide an in-depth report on her progress on and analysis of such points of research as the impact on student math attitude as it relates to math achievement; her research design; math attitudinal survey (parent and child); and Messiah College student outcome from experiential learning. Please join us for a new perspective on an old problem—with refreshments.

Professor of Marketing David Hagenbuch and Laureen Mgrdichian of Biola University recently presented a paper titled “Mindful Marketing: A Branded Approach for Instilling Marketing Ethics” at the Christian Business Faculty Association national conference in Virginia Beach. The paper is based on the Mindful Marketing concept David has developed, which utilizes a unique model (the Mindful Matrix), an interactive website (www.MindfulMarketing.org), and a weekly blog (Mindful Matters) to make marketing ethics education more impactful and enduring.

One of David’s Mindful Matters blog posts was recently republished on Quartz, “a digitally native news outlet, born in 2012, for business people in the new global economy.” The article, which examines the ethics and legality of fantasy sports ads, can be read here. If you would like to receive the weekly Mindful Matters blog via email, click here.

Dwayne Magee, director of press and postal services, has been named the next President-elect of the In-Plant Printing and Mailing Association (IPMA). This is an international organization with 621 members from a variety of businesses that have in-plant printing from higher education, hospital, government, etc. Past presidents have been from Oklahoma, LSU, Ole Miss and Briggs Straton.  Please congratulate Dwayne on his appointment. – – Kathie Shafer, vice president of operations

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Open door day

The open door day with President Phipps, scheduled for Nov. 18, has been postponed.

Upcoming wellness workshop

The next wellness workshop will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 18, from noon -12:45 p.m. in Parmer Cinema. The title of the workshop is “PORTION DISTORTION: The Food You Love in the Size You Need.” It will be presented by nutrition and dietetics students. We hope you’ll plan to attend this informational workshop.

Annual soup sale

The annual soup sale sponsored by the Division of Finance and Planning is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 17 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 pm in the Payroll Office lobby, located on the first floor of Old Main. Enjoy a cup of soup and a bottle of water for $3.50 or a cup of soup, hot dog and a bottle of water for $5. Soup options include: Beef Vegetable, Cheeseburger, Cheesy Broccoli, Chicken Corn Noodle, Chili, Creamy Crab and Loaded Potato (a gluten-free option). Baked goods will also be available for purchase. ALL proceeds benefit local families for Christmas. We are also collecting canned goods, non-perishable food items and diapers for the Silence of Mary Homes in Harrisburg. Please support this worthy cause and enjoy some homemade soup!

Walking Works program

At last count, 26 Messiah employees are participating in the Walking Works online activity tracking program. Recording daily exercise is a good way to make you accountable for getting in the activity we need each day. So far, 6,197,000 steps have been recorded which equates to 3,106 miles. Remember, any activity can be recorded (the online tracker immediately converts it to an equivalent number of steps so participants can see how close they are to the recommended 10,000 steps/day). Instructions for the easy sign-up can be found at the Messiah Wellness webpage (http://www.messiah.edu/info/20897/wellness). Congratulations to the following participants who won free prizes in the recent drawing: Gina Jablonski, Timothy Knapp, Robin Lauermann, Richard Roberson and Lin Taylor.

Peter Greer to speak about his new book, “Mission Drift”

Please join the School of Business, Education and Social Sciences in welcoming Peter Greer, entrepreneur in residence, for his first speaking event on campus. Peter will be speaking about his new book, “Mission Drift” on Thursday, Nov. 19 from 7- 8:30 p.m. in Frey 110.

Oregon Extension faculty member to visit campus

Oregon Extension faculty member Heidi Gehman will be on campus Monday, Nov. 16 – Wednesday, Nov. 18 to talk to students and faculty about opportunities for students to study at the Oregon Extension.

If you are interested in meeting with Heidi or inviting her to speak to your class, please contact Wendy Lippert at wlippert@messiah.edu.

Heidi will have an information table in Eisenhower Commons and will be hosting informational meetings. Please encourage interested students attend:

• Nov. 17, 2015 – Information Session, 4 p.m. – Boyer 234
• Nov. 18, 2015 – Information Session,  Noon – Boyer 234

To learn more about this program, please browse: http://www.messiah.edu/homepage/1066/oregon_extension

Accounts payable reminder

Accounts payable would like to remind the campus no checks will be issued for the weeks of Thanksgiving, Nov. 23-27 and Christmas, Dec. 21-31, 2015. Our checks are processed weekly on Thursdays. Please plan accordingly if you will need a check issued over these periods.

Spring HIGHLIGHTS brochure submissions

The Office of Marketing and Communications is again producing a Highlights brochure to promote the public events occurring on campus during the spring semester. In an effort to bring more people to campus, we will mail the brochure to more than 4,000 homes in the community in early January. To ensure your public event (i.e. a concert, recital, play, lecture, conference, performance or any other event at which you would welcome the general public) is included, please send the event, date, time, place, contact name, admission charge (if any) and contact phone number to Karen Garlinger (kgarlinger@messiah.edu) no later than Friday, Nov.20.

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 at ext. 7342. There will be a charge of $12 per 100 brochures (12 cents per copy) to cover the additional printing costs.

The 7 Cities of Revelation and the Greek Island of Patmos (June 3-12, 2016)

Deposits are due Nov. 15 for anyone wishing to receive the discounted rate. The final date for sign-up and deposits for the trip are Dec. 15.

To see a full itinerary description of all the sites and activities included in the tour, please see the attached brochure or visit this link:  http://www.tutkutours.com/BIB_Biblical_Turkey_2016.asp.

Please feel free to email me at mramey@messiah.edu or at meg.ramey@gmail.com with any questions.

Needed: a few good elves

Each year, in the spirit of the season, employees volunteer to help with setup, serving and cleanup at the Employee Christmas Luncheon. This allows our colleagues in dining services and campus events to more fully participate in the event. If you haven’t participated before, or if you’ve had a great time volunteering in the past, we need you this year…and it’s fun! Please consider volunteering for one of the following time slots on Friday, Dec. 18:

Set-up:     9- 10:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.- Noon

Serving:   Two 45 minute shifts during lunch; meet at 11:40 a.m. for instructions

Cleanup: 2:30- 3:30 p.m.

If you would like to volunteer, please contact Victoria Johnson, human resources, at VJohnson@messiah.edu by Wednesday, Dec. 9. 

Annual Authors’ Exhibit: attention educators!

The annual Authors’ Exhibit will be held on Friday, Dec. 11. Please submit hard copies of your publications, exhibits, performance materials, etc. from Jan. -Dec. 2015 for display at this important event held in conjunction with the New Doc’s Tea. Materials can be dropped off at Carol Hostetter’s office in Boyer 101 or put in campus mail to Suite 3008. Materials will be returned to you following the event.

“Better Health Works”, a book from Capital Blue Cross Book, available while supplies last

Capital Blue Cross has donated a limited number of a book “Better Health Works” to be distributed to employees of Messiah College who are covered under the Capital Blue Cross health plans. This is a self-care guide for you and your family. Some of the topics covered are:

• Better care, lower costs
• First aid and emergencies
• Common health problems
• Living better with chronic disease
• Staying healthy

The books will be distributed on a first come-first served basis while supplies last. If you would like a book, please stop by Su Deitch’s office in Old Main, room 203 between 7:15 a.m. and 4 p.m.

INTERCOM Information

Due to the upcoming holidays, Intercom will not publish the week of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s. Please be reminded that the regular deadline for submission is Tuesday at 4 p.m. If you have any questions, please email intercom@messiah.edu.

Free Biometric Screenings

As a part of the PinnacleHealth CARES program, Messiah College has scheduled FREE biometric screenings. While these biometric screenings are provided as part of the Care Connect medical plan, we feel it is important to make them available to all full and part-time employees.

The biometric screening provides an opportunity for early detection of health risks such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol and obesity.

These screenings have been scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 17 and Wednesday, Nov. 18 from 6:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. in Hostetter 113.

In order for your biometric screening to be accurate, an 8-10 hour fast is required. You may drink water and take any medications you normally take each morning but no other food or drink. Light snacks will be provided after you have your screening.

To make an appointment for your biometric screening, go to

www.pinnaclehealth.org/Messiahbiometrics

Health Risk Assessments

In addition to participating in our biometric screenings, we are asking ALL employees to complete the PinnacleHealth Health Risk Assessment BEFORE Dec. 31. To do this, please visit www.pinnaclehealth.org/CARESHRA, click on the box next to Messiah College, then click “sign up” below the “log in” button. This will prompt you to create a user name and password. An email address and first and last name are required. After logging in, on the right side of the page, you will see “What is your wellness score?” with a banner underneath that says, “Assess your health now!” Click this banner and it will launch the HRA.

Completion of this Health Risk Assessment will assist our Wellness Team in knowing where to focus their educational efforts.

Please see the attached flyer for more information.

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Job Opportunities:

The Office of Human Resources and Compliance has a current opening for the full-time position of human resources administrative assistant. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/7424.

Job-related questions may be directed to Inger Blount at iblount@messiah.edu.

For Sale:

Galileo Astro/Terrestrial Telescope, 1000mm/120mm, great condition – $45 Includes CD-ROM set, Mars eye electronic finder, accessory tray, and pre-assembled tripod. Contact chall@messiah.edu.

Free:

Moving boxes of all sizes free to anyone who will pick them up.

Contact Cindy Goforth at ext. 7214

OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS

West Shore Christian Academy, the region’s largest Christian school, located in Shiremanstown is pleased to welcome the Messiah College Powerhouse Band on Saturday, Nov. 14 for a Night of Worship. This event will also feature national radio personality Brant Hansen from the Word FM. Brant will be sharing his story as well as speaking about the ministry of CURE International. The evening is great for children and adults alike and all proceeds will support the work of CURE International, an international healthcare ministry whose headquarters are in central PA. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students. To purchase tickets and/or get directions call 717-737-3550, ext. 129. The event starts at 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m. and tickets will also be available on the evening of Nov. 14.

The Arts Hub at the Grantham Church is hosting Good Company A Cappella on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 15, at 3 p.m. Several of its members are Messiah alums. PLUS…in the Art Gallery is an exhibit of plein air paintings by Peter Emerson, with an art reception at intermission. These events are free and open to the public. Hope to see you there! Contact Shirley Groff, groff@messiah.edu.

A cheerful look brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the bones.

Proverbs 15:30

NEWS

Dr. Ted Davis will be presenting a talk titled “The Bible and Biology: How Did We Get Here?” at the Faith Angle Forum Nov. 16, 2015 hosted by the Ethics and Public Policy Center (EPPC) in Miami.  EPPC is Washington D.C.’s premier institute dedicated to applying the Judeo-Christian moral tradition to critical issues of public policy.

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Accounts Payable Reminder

Accounts Payable would like to remind the campus no checks will be issued for the weeks of Thanksgiving, Nov 23-27 and Christmas, Dec 21-31, 2015. Our check are processed weekly on Thursdays. Please plan accordingly if you will need a check issued over these periods.

Save the Date – Tuesday, Nov. 17

The division of finance and planning will host the annual soup sale Tuesday, Nov. 17 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in the payroll office lobby on the first floor of Old Main. All proceeds benefit local families in need for Christmas. Please support this worthy cause and enjoy some amazing homemade soup! More details will be provided in next week’s edition of the Intercom.

Flu Season

In the U.S., flu season occurs in the winter with outbreaks as early as October and as late as May. Symptoms can include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills, fatigue and sometimes vomiting and diarrhea. You do not have to have a fever to have the flu. Young children, elderly, pregnant women and individuals with certain health conditions are extremely susceptible to the flu.

Flu is spread when people with the flu cough, sneeze or talk, emitting droplets directly on others or on objects that are then touched by others. People infected with the flu can infect others 1 day before symptoms develop and up to 5-7 days after becoming sick (and, in some severe cases, even longer).

To prepare for this year’s flu season, the CDC recommends:

• Getting the yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months of age and older. The sooner you get it, the better!
• Avoid close contact with sick people.
• If you get the flu, stay home for at least 24 hours after the fever is gone.
• While sick, limit contact with others.
• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after use.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth to prevent the spreading of germs.
• Routinely clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and objects such as doorknobs, keyboards, phones, children’s toys, bathroom surfaces, etc.

Mark the Beginning of Advent with the Annual Celebration of the Light

All students and employees are invited to attend the traditional start of the Christmas season at Messiah Tuesday, Dec. 1 at 4:45 p.m. Come join the campus community for carol singing, prayer, scripture reading and the lighting of the campus Christmas tree. Hot chocolate, cider, pumpkin cookies and other seasonal treats will be served.

Supervisors are asked to provide release time as able to those non-essential employees who would like to attend.

Rain Date: Thursday, Dec. 3 at 4:45 p.m. in the Eisenhower Campus Center Circle. In case of inclement weather on December 3, the event will be held indoors in the Larsen Student Union.

Conversations with Reginald Oduor, Kenyan Scholar and Human Rights Activist: Nov. 16 & 17

Monday, Nov. 16: 

7-8 “How Africa Can Help America”

Hostetter Chapel

Tuesday, Nov. 17: 

4:15-5:30 African Philosophy: Thought and Practice

Boyer 336

Kenyan philosopher and activist, Dr. Reginald Oduor is internationally known for his scholarship in political philosophy, ethics and philosophy of religion. Blind since he was a baby, he is also one of Kenya’s leading voices for the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities.

Co-sponsored by Diversity Affairs, Intercultural Office, Center for Public Humanities and the departments of biblical and religious studies, philosophy, politics and international relations.

Safety Contest

Congratulations to Nicole Benner, the winner of the Workplace Safety Committee’s Safety Contest question for October. She will receive a $50 gift card. The question for October was: If there is an active shooter situation, when should you sound the fire alarm as part of the response?

The correct answer for October’s question: NEVER sound the fire alarm in a non-fire emergency situation.

Remember that for each of the remaining five months of the contest, a question will be distributed to all employees via mass email. All correct answers for the month will go into a prize drawing; each month the prize is a $50 gift card. Watch your email on Monday, November 9 for the next question!

United Way Employee Pledge Drive

The annual Employee Pledge Drive launched this week and will run through Friday, Nov. 13. By donating to The United Way of the Capital Region (UWCR) during the pledge drive, you can help support programs focusing on critical needs such as education intervention. Last year, with the assistance of the UWCR, 513 children under the age of three received early intervention services to help with developmental delays like speech and fine motor skills.

To learn more about this program and others that help individuals and families address education issues, go to https://www.uwcr.org/how-we-help/focus-care-areas/education.

Donating to the United Way is an opportunity for you to help realize solutions to problems in our community. 100% of your contribution is directed to local programs and services. You can

• Specify the non-profit recipient
• Select one of four focus areas (Health, Education, Income or Basic Needs)

Or

• Allow the United Way to apply your donation to the area of greatest need

Please contact Kathy Castonguay, human resources & compliance, with any questions. Thank you for your consideration.

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For Sale:

Nordic Track Skier 505 Machine.  Nordic Track simulates the motion of cross-country skiing giving you a great aerobic exercise.  Folds down for storage.  Great condition. Asking $50. Please email Carol at chall@messiah.edu, or call 717-480-9556.

Nordic Trac Rider and Nordic Trac Exerciser. Asking $25 each. Contact Toni at tmichael@messiah.edu. Picture one attached.  Picture two attached.

Two pieces, lighted-glass shelves, approximately 6 1/2 feet high, new condition $175. Contact Toni at tmichael@messiah.edu.

Tama Swingstar drum set—five drums, two cymbals, top hat, throne, music stand, practice pad, stick holder, several pairs of sticks and brushes, $500.  Contact baumen@messiah.edu

Dakao wooden shoes. Size 8, little wear, asking $30. Contact Toni at tmichael@messiah.edu.

Free:

10 fallen trees in various sizes that are available for someone to come and cut up for firewood.  They have been down for at least 6 months, so they would be ready for the winter.  If you really love to cut trees down, we have several (smaller sizes) that you can cut down in addition to the fallen trees.  If you are interested, please contact Sally Richardson at srichardson@messiah.edu

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