He is not here; for he has been raised, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay.
Matthew 28:6 (NRSV)

News

I am pleased to announce that Valerie Drobel has been named the new administrative assistant in the School of Business, Education and Social Sciences. Valerie formerly served for nine years as an administrative assistant at the Carlisle Brethren in Christ Church. We are very excited that she has joined our office.
Caroline Maurer, dean of School of Business, Education and Social Sciences

Devin Manzullo-Thomas, director of the Sider Institute for Anabaptist, Pietist and Wesleyan Studies, recently presented a paper at the Historic Religious Roots and the Future of Higher Education Symposium held at Cedarville University on April 11-12. The paper was titled “Back to the Future: Tracing Messiah College’s Religious Roots, 1909-2009.” The symposium gathered approximately 20 historians from a number of Christian colleges and universities to discuss the religious roots of their various institutions and how those roots have impacted the present identity of the institutions.

Assistant Professor of Chemistry Alison Noble was selected for the Penn State University Faculty Fellows Program in the Materials Research Facilities Network for summer 2014. The MRFN faculty fellow program is a partnership between the Center for Nanoscale Science and the Materials Research Institute targeted towards establishing relationships between the MRFN and faculty from primarily undergraduate institutions. Grants are reviewed and competitively awarded by a group of nationally recognized experts in materials characterization.

Randall Zwally, senior lecturer in music, was interviewed on the contemporary Christian music radio station WJTL (FM 90.3) concerning the College’s Workshop for the Christian Guitarist and the new music and worship degree. The WJTL management then decided to send one of their staff members to attend the March 29 workshop to air a live report from the College concerning the activities at the event.

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Retirement reception planned for April 22

Susanna Bede Caroselli, professor of art history, retired at the end of the fall semester 2013. We will honor Susanna’s commitment and faithful service to Messiah College Tuesday, April 22 from 2-4 p.m. with a reception in the High Center’s Steinbrecher Atrium. We invite you to join the School of the Arts, the School of Humanities and the department of visual arts as we celebrate Susanna’s achievements.

Student presentation set for April 24

Senior history major Christine Thomas will give her honors presentation “Roots of a Hidden Legacy: The Flowers Family History” on Thursday, April 24 at 4 p.m. in Boyer 231. Christina will report her findings on the pursuit of justice and generational journey toward freedom of the Flowers family.  Come and hear about the Flowers family legacy. Refreshments will be served.

Students encouraged to participate in Alumni Mock Interview Day April 25

The Alumni Mock Interview Day is Friday, April 25. Alumni will be on campus to conduct mock interviews with students. Please encourage students to sign up here.

Corporate Partner Merit Scholarships available

Harrisburg Academy is excited to be partnering for a third year with Messiah College to offer merit scholarships to children of full-time Messiah College employees. These merit scholarships are annual, renewable tuition scholarships of $10,000 per student. Applicants must be new students applying to the Academy for enrollment in fifth through 11 grades. An additional round of scholarship applications is being accepted. Upcoming dates to note:

• April 12, 9 a.m. – Admission/Merit Scholarship Testing Event
• April 21, 8:30 a.m. – Half-day Visit Opportunity (students will “shadow” in their current grades)
• May 1 – Application for Merit Scholarship application is due; click here for the 2014-15 Corporate Partner Merit Scholarship application.

Interested in learning more? Please contact Jessica Warren, director of admission and marketing.

Campus Ministries connection

This week is one we describe as Holy Week because of our remembrance of Christ leading to his death and resurrection. In chapel Tuesday, we remembered the “stations of the cross” through a liturgy designed to help us remember. Electives Thursday will focus on the culmination of Lent and the movement toward Good Friday and Easter. While Christmas has gained the popular attention and been captured by the market, Easter remains a less celebrated day in our culture but the heart and soul of our faith. An Orthodox friend visiting from another country could not believe that we did not run through the streets shouting, “He is risen, risen indeed” and exchange valuable gifts. While we may have many ways of remembering this significant event, even in this busy week, we hope you too will engage Holy Week culminating in an Easter celebration.

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Position available:

The Department of Safety has an immediate opening for the full-time position of Community Safety Officer, Third Shift.  For additional information and to apply, please see http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/3387. Job-related questions may be directed to Cindy Burger, director of safety, at CBurger@messiah.edu.

For sale:

Playground/treehouse slide – Timber-Bilt Green Turbo Tube Slide. Available to purchase in either one or two sections. Contact pseibert@messiah.edu or 717-645-8589 for pictures or questions.

New Milwaukee router with case – 26,000 RPM, 12 amps, half shank with bits, $200; Gateway Profile 4 all-in-one PC — $75 or best offer; Colman  GEOSport canopy—15 ft. × 15 ft. × 92 in. shade canopy, $50; New CUTCO hunting knife — Model 1789, $180; GOYA guitar with case and tuner — $100. For more information, contact wgunning@messiah.edu.

Outside organization announcement:

AROMA missions summer sports camp for kids set for July 23-27 — AROMA (Messiah’s sports ministry program) is launching its first ever Awesome Adventure Sports Camp in partnership with West Shore Evangelical Free Church. Athletes from Messiah College will coach kids ages 7-13 during this week-long day camp. Sports include basketball, soccer, volleyball, track and field, flag football, wiffle ball, floor hockey and “extreme games.” Campers will also engage in daily Bible time with their Messiah coaches, skits, group games and the grand Olympic competition. More information and registration can be found here.

The fear of the Lord is pure, enduring forever; the ordinances of the Lord are true
and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, even much fine gold;
sweeter also than honey, and drippings of the honeycomb.
Psalm 19:9-10 (NRSV)

News

Brad Genevro, associate professor of music and director of bands, recently worked with the Play On, Philly! wind ensemble when they visited the campus of Messiah on two recent visits, the latter culminating in a concert. Play On, Philly! is an innovative education and social initiative that provides opportunities for personal development to children through the study of music. Inspired by the social development and music education program of Venezuela called “El Sistema,” Play On, Philly! fosters life skills among its participants by providing high-quality music education to children who would otherwise not receive it.

Todd Goranson, associate professor of music, performed in concert on tenor saxophone with legendary singer Johnny Mathis at The Capitol Theater in Wheeling, W.V. March 6. Mathis is a past recipient of the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, has recorded several dozen gold or platinum recordings and has been nominated for an Academy Award.

I am pleased to announce that Carol Hall has been named the new administrative assistant in the Career Center. Carol formerly served for 12 years in the position of assistant director of the Early Learning Center. Feel free to stop by the Career Center in Eisenhower Campus Center to welcome Carol to her new role!

Christy Hanson, director of career development

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Join us for “Elijah” performance April 11

The Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra, the Messiah College Concert Choir, the Messiah College Choral Arts Society and the Susquehanna Chorale perform “Elijah” by Felix Mendelssohn Friday, April 11 at 8 p.m. in Parmer Hall. Inspired by the Baroque-era choral masterpieces by Handel and Bach, Mendelssohn’s “Elijah” is the greatest oratorio of the nineteenth century. Messiah College’s choral ensembles and ensemble-in-residence, the Susquehanna Chorale, directed by Linda Tedford, join the Harrisburg Symphony, conducted by Stuart Malina, for an evening of stirring choruses and vivid orchestral writing in this timeless musical setting of the life of the Old Testament prophet. All tickets are $40. To purchase, please contact the Ticket Office at ext. 6036 or visit messiah.edu/tickets.

Student honors presentation set for April 16

Senior PreK-4 education major Kelly Sullivan will give her honors presentation “Math and Reading: Is There a Connection?” on Wednesday, April 16 at 4 p.m. in Boyer 131. Kelly will report on her findings about math difficulties as they relate to reading difficulties. Information will also be shared about addressing early math deficits in the primary grades through interventions modeled after the number-sense view of math education.

Retirement reception planned for April 22

Susanna Bede Caroselli, professor of art history, retired at the end of the fall semester 2013. We will honor Susanna’s commitment and faithful service to Messiah College Tuesday, April 22 from 2-4 p.m. with a reception in the High Center’s Steinbrecher Atrium. We invite you to join the School of the Arts, the School of Humanities and the department of visual arts as we celebrate Susanna’s achievements.

Cambodian author and human rights activist on campus April 30

Through the dedicated efforts of the peace and conflict studies program, Loung Ung will be speaking on campus on Wednesday, April 30 at 7 p.m. in Hostetter Chapel. Tickets are not required.

Born to an affluent Cambodian father and Chinese mother, Loung Ung was only five years old when the Khmer Rouge stormed into her native city of Phnom Penh. Four years later, in one of the bloodiest episodes of the 20th century, some two million Cambodians – out of a population of seven million – had died at the hands of the infamous Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge regime. Among the genocide victims were both Loung’s parents, two sisters and 20 other relatives. Today, Loung has made over 30 trips back to Cambodia. As an author, lecturer and activist, she has dedicated 20 years to promoting equality, human rights and justice in her native land and worldwide. In 2013, Loung expanded her activism reach as one of the writers of “Girl Rising,” a groundbreaking film directed by Academy Award nominee Richard Robbins. “Girl Rising” tells the stories of nine extraordinary girls from nine countries who face significant hurdles in accessing education. Loung authored the segment profiling Sokha, an orphan who rises from the dumps of Cambodia to become a star student and an accomplished dancer. If you missed the opportunity to see “Girl Rising” on campus, the DVD is now available at Murray Library.

In anticipation of her visit, Loung Ung’s books are currently available in the Campus Store. For further information on Loung Ung and her work can be found here.

Save the date for Homecoming 2014

A reminder that all events during this Oct. 17-18 weekend must be approved by and planned through the office of alumni and parent relations. If you have plans for an event and have not been in contact with our office, please reach out to Brittany Claridge at bclaridge@messiah.edu or ext. 2490 by May 2.

The 2014 Homecoming Weekend schedule will be made available online by July 3.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We look forward to sharing this time of celebration with you and our alumni community!

Corporate Partner Merit Scholarships available

Harrisburg Academy is excited to be partnering for a third year with Messiah College to offer merit scholarships to children of full-time Messiah College employees. These merit scholarships are annual, renewable tuition scholarships of $10,000 per student. Applicants must be new students applying to the Academy for enrollment in fifth through 11 grades. An additional round of scholarship applications is being accepted. Upcoming dates to note:

• April 12, 9 a.m. – Admission/Merit Scholarship Testing Event
• April 21, 8:30 a.m. – Half-day Visit Opportunity (students will “shadow” in their current grades)
• May 1 – Application for Merit Scholarship application is due; click here for the 2014-15 Corporate Partner Merit Scholarship application.

Interested in learning more? Please contact Jessica Warren, director of admission and marketing.

Campus Ministries connection

During this chapel movement focusing on the polarities of a life of worship, we will be hosting the Special Olympics event which gives us opportunity to interact with people often marginalized by our culture. We intend to give of ourselves in service to them but in the process, we will learn that serving and interacting with the marginalized is a vital part of a life of worship. We also will receive valuable life lessons from the athletes and families. Common Chapel this Tuesday highlighted an international approach to worship that called us to respect the cultures that are not always highlighted among us. Tuesday’s Peace Lecturer shared compelling stories to engage us in a commitment to a peace perspective that is often a voice silenced but desperately needed in our world if our lives are to glorify God.

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For rent:

House — Available starting late July 2014 for one year. Fully furnished four-bedroom home just across the road from Holy Spirit Hospital. The house has two baths, living and dining room, sunroom, small work shed, full finished basement with laundry, two refrigerators and additional air conditioner for the two bedrooms on the first floor and sunroom. A small yard at the front and back of the house. There is a car port where two cars could be parked with additional parking space in the Holy Spirit Urgent Care parking lot across from the house. The house is on a bus line and 12 minutes from Messiah College, minutes away from Harrisburg, Camp Hill Library and local shopping outlets. The house is a non-smoking space, pet and alcohol free. For further details, please contact bmichael@messiah.edu, 717-763-6836 or 717-802-4118 (cell).

Three- to four-bedroom duplex in Grantham — Located at 810 Grantham Road. $1,200/month. Available June 1. Contact Dale Fogelsanger at 717-623-0735 or dfogelsa@messiah.edu.

For sale:

House – Well maintained, architecturally interesting, all-brick English Cape Cod home with many amenities, on an acre of land located a short drive from Messiah College. This home has a scenic view and is located west of Messiah on Lisburn Road in Monroe Township (Cumberland Valley School District). It is approximately 200 yards from the Appalachian Trail. There are three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, study, sunroom, dining room, living room with wood-burning fireplace, second floor laundry room and attached two-car garage along with a full basement. It features a large eat-in kitchen (including island) with beautiful cherry cabinets. The first and second floors have warm, solid hardwood floors along with attractive tile in the kitchen and all of the bathrooms. There is also a brick patio with a view of a hardy Southern Magnolia tree and a small, pine woods. Please contact Paul Myers at pmyers@messiah.edu for more information.

Moving sale — Dozens of items to sell reasonably, including lawn and garden tools, hardware, tool boxes, hand tools, etc. Email rstevick@messiah.edu or pstevick@messiah.edu for a complete list.

Black oil sunflower bird seed — The Collaboratory’s Bio-Fuels Project is looking to supply you with this season’s birdseed! The Bio-Fuels Project currently has an excess supply of black oil sunflower seed. We press this seed into cooking oil to be used in dining services. Purchasing this excess supply of seeds helps to fund the Bio-Fuels Project purchases of necessary equipment to stay compliant with USDA standards and to make our processes more efficient. Available to purchase in 15 lb. or 50 lb. bags. This birdseed will be available to purchase now until May 10. Prices are as follows:

15 lbs.: $10/bag if purchasing one bag, $9/bag if purchasing two bags, or $8/bag if purchasing three or more.

50 lbs: $30/bag if purchasing one bag, $28/bag if purchasing two bags, or $25/bag if purchasing three or more.

Order online via our Google form www.tiny.cc/birdseed or contact Ethan Peck via email at ep1229@messiah.edu or phone 910-541-3472.

Payment Options: Cash/check (payable to ‘Messiah College’ memo ‘sunflower seeds’). For more information, please contact Ethan Peck at ep1229@messiah.edu.

Outside organization announcement:

Theatre professor to star in “Clybourne Park” at Open Stage of Harrisburg — Professor of Theater Valerie Rae Smith stars in “Clybourne Park” in residence at Open Stage for a four-week run starting Friday, April 11. This highly acclaimed play ran off and on Broadway and won multiple awards, including the 2011 Pulitzer and the 2012 Tony. One of the attractions of “Clybourne Park” is that it is a theatrical response to Lorraine Hansberry’s groundbreaking 1959 play, “A Raisin in the Sun.” “Clybourne Park” spans half a century. It starts in the 1950s, conjoined with the end of “A Raisin in the Sun,” when a black family moves into an all-white neighborhood. Act 2 is 50 years later, when the issues are economic greed and gentrification, not integration. Playwright Bruce Norris wants to make people aware of the racist attitudes that are inherent in all of us. In Act 1, Smith plays a white homeowner who finds out only belatedly that it’s a black family who wants to buy her house. In Act 2, she’s a real estate lawyer.

When interviewed for PennLive, Smith explained, “Norris has created a satirical play that gets us laughing at ourselves. The outrageous and often inhumane ways we treat each other around issues of race are laid bare in ‘Clybourne Park,’ but somehow Norris makes this bitter pill a little sweeter.” Play continues May 3—Thursdays-Saturdays at 8 p.m.; 2 p.m. on Sundays. Open Stage of Harrisburg, 223 Walnut St., Harrisburg. Tickets are $35-$25; students, $21. For more information, call 717-232-6736 or visit openstagehbg.com.

O Lord, in the morning you hear my voice;
in the morning I plead my case to you, and watch.
Psalm 5:3 (NRSV)

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Ted Davis, professor of the history of science, has been accepted as a participant in the University of Dayton Chautauqua course, “The Birthplace and Early History of the Atomic Bomb,” held in and near Albuquerque, N.M. April 3-5. This course explores via lectures and field trips the science, politics and geography behind the creation of the world’s first atomic weapons.

Effective April 1, Tracy Thomas will be assuming the duties of P-Card administrator. All correspondence and questions including new card requests, declined or fraudulent transactions, adjusting credit limits, removing international blocks, travel/international travel notifications, IntelliLink issues and allocation/approval assistance should be directed to Tracy at ext. 2211 or pcard@messiah.edu.

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9th annual Adult Youth Workers and Student Leaders Conference set for April 5

This year’s conference features keynote speaker Duffy Robbins. Duffy is a 35-year veteran of youth ministry who is widely respected as one of the leading voices in youth and family ministry. The conference includes two keynote sessions, worship led by the Salt ‘n Light Band and Messiah College’s “SEVEN”, 25 breakout sessions covering the morning and afternoon led by experienced youth leaders. Lunch is included. The conference runs from 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Registration opens at 8 a.m. and refreshments are provided, so come early. The pricing of the conference is very modest. For more information, go to www.messiah.edu/ywc. Walk in registrations are welcome.

President to host Open Door Day April 7

President Kim Phipps will host an Open Door Day Monday, April 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to meet individually with students and employees on topics that are important to them. Open Door is an opportunity for you to speak with the president in her office on the second floor of Old Main. The president’s conference room adjacent to her office is used as a waiting room. A schedule for these dates and times may be found on the president’s webpage. Please call the president’s office at ext. 5220 if you have any questions.

Thesis presentation set for April 9

The Master of Arts in Higher Education is pleased to invite members of the campus community to hear a thesis presentation of Dan Custer, who will receive his M.A. in higher education this May. Dan’s thesis draws on institutional research data related to student-faculty interaction and student success at Messiah College. (See his thesis abstract here.) The presentation is scheduled for Wednesday, April 9 from 12–1 p.m. in the Library Athenaeum. Please feel free to bring your lunch. Dessert and coffee will be provided. RSVP to Tina Keul at tkeul@messiah.edu by April 7.

Join us for “Elijah” performance April 11

The Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra, the Messiah College Concert Choir, the Messiah College Choral Arts Society and the Susquehanna Chorale perform “Elijah” by Felix Mendelssohn Friday, April 11 at 8 p.m. in Parmer Hall. Inspired by the Baroque-era choral masterpieces by Handel and Bach, Mendelssohn’s “Elijah” is the greatest oratorio of the nineteenth century. Messiah College’s choral ensembles and ensemble-in-residence the Susquehanna Chorale, directed by Linda Tedford, join the Harrisburg Symphony, conducted by Stuart Malina, for an evening of stirring choruses and vivid orchestral writing in this timeless musical setting of the life of the Old Testament prophet. All tickets are $40. To purchase, please contact the Ticket Office at ext. 6036 or visit messiah.edu/tickets.

Free tax preparation available until April 15

Have you completed your taxes yet? If not, Messiah College is partnering with the United Way of the Capital Region and offering employees, students and the community two free tax services: MyFreeTaxes.com/Messiah and VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance).

MyFreeTaxes.com/Messiah is a free tax website for preparing and e-filing your federal and state income tax returns online, safely and free! Anyone with income less than $58,000 is eligible to use the MyFreeTaxes.com/Messiah tax service. A toll-free certified Helpline volunteer is available to answer questions while you are filing your returns. Please see the attachment for details.

VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program consists of IRS-certified Messiah students providing free tax preparation services to individual and families with total income of less than $52,000. Students, with supervision, will prepare your federal, state and local income tax returns. The Messiah site, located in Frey 156, will be open Tuesday evenings from 5:30–7:30 p.m. until April 15. No appointment is needed. You must have your social security card with you. Students may bring a copy of their card but must have photo identification. Please contact Kathleen Johnston at ext. 7300 if you have any questions.

Young Writers Workshop registration open

The Young Writers Workshop is a unique summer writing program held on the scenic, suburban campus of Messiah College. Designed to foster a community of young writers through an enriching, summer writing camp environment, the workshop provides college-level writing skills development for students in grades 9-12 and offers three different tracks.

Workshop Dates: Sunday, July 20 through Thursday, July 24

Registration Deadline: July 11

• Courses taught by published Messiah faculty

• Readings and interaction with published writers

• Residential writing camp experience

• Opportunity to help create and publish an e-book that will be made available to the public

• Unique and practical session about how to write a college admissions essay

• Field trip to Harrisburg’s Midtown Scholar Bookstore for public reading and workshop with local writers

• Personalized attention — class sizes limited to 15 students

For more information, contact Joanna Hadley-Evans, assistant to the dean of the School of the Humanities, at ext. 5073 or visit youngwritersworkshop@messiah.edu. For complete information see attachment.

Save the date for Homecoming 2014

A reminder that all events during this Oct. 17-18 weekend must be approved by and planned through the office of alumni and parent relations. If you have plans for an event and have not been in contact with our office, please reach out to Brittany Claridge at bclaridge@messiah.edu or ext. 2490 by May 2.

The 2014 Homecoming Weekend schedule will be made available online by July 3.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We look forward to sharing this time of celebration with you and our alumni community!

Messiah launches new business and leadership graduate program

As a Messiah employee, you know that we have a strong tradition of developing and mentoring leaders who are a faithful and ethical presence in business, church and society. We are excited to introduce four new graduate programs in business and leadership: a Master of Business Administration (MBA), master’s in strategic leadership and certificates in leadership or management.

Messiah’s Graduate Programs in Business and Leadership have been designed to advance the careers of busy professionals and deepen the understanding of leadership from a Christian faith perspective. All four programs are fully online. The website went live on Monday, March 17 and online classes start in August.

Messiah College alumni get their first course tuition-free during the 2014-15 academic year when they pursue a business and leadership graduate degree or certificate. Details

To learn more about the programs for yourself or for someone you know who may be interested in earning a graduate-level degree or certificate in business and leadership, visit messiah.edu/leadership.

Reservations for Climenhaga Homestead available at new online form

The Climenhaga Homestead was recently assigned an updated web address. All reservations for the Climenhaga Homestead and McBeth Conference Room should be made using the online reservation form.

Jobs.messiah.edu for student employment available in April

The student employment office will begin rolling out jobs.messiah.edu, Messiah’s new online employment recruitment system for student employment, during the month of April. This remaining implementation phase will bring the hiring of all employees under the same system and similar processes.

All student employee hires are required to be processed through this system starting May 1. This will apply to summer hires and academic year hires. For the current summer, those students who have already been hired into a summer assignment via the summer roster request form do NOT need to apply within the system. However, all new academic year 2014-15 assignments are required to utilize the system. Students continuing in the same assignment in 2014-15 do not need to reapply through the system.

See the attachment for further details on the jobs.messiah.edu system for student employment and for a listing of training sessions. If you supervise student employees or handle the administrative tasks of hiring student employees, your attendance at one of the training sessions is highly encouraged.

The Early Learning Center is renovating, restructuring and changing its enrollment options

The Early Learning Center, a NAEYC accredited early childhood program, is now accepting enrollment in its full-day preschool program. This Reggio inspired center combines a Pennsylvania Department of Education licensed preschool with a Department of Public Welfare licensed afternoon program. This full-day program is now open to children of community families as well as those of employees of the College.

Renovations of the Early Learning Center will take place early this summer and new curriculum will be utilized. This new curriculum will include the Project Approach as a key component. The Project Approach is an inquiry-based approach to learning where children and teachers work together as investigators of topics. Through traditional preschool activities and in-depth investigations into topics worth studying, both academic skills and intellectual dispositions of children are strengthened.

If you know anyone who needs full-day education and care for their child(ren) in a unique, quality program, please have them contact Laura Price at 717-796-5043 or Stacey Griffiths at 717-691-6085.

*Children must be three-five years of age and toilet trained to enroll in this program. Half-day options are available, but are currently full at this time.

Important reminders about OSHA 1910.1200 compliance

If you intend to order a “new” chemical (one not previously used or inventoried in your department), you must notify your lab managers (if this position exists in your department) or the compliance coordinator Donna Fink. New chemicals need to be added to the area/department inventory lists and the Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) must be added to the 3E Online System.

If a chemical substance is obsoleted from use in an area (there is none of the chemical remaining and there is no intent to re-order it), once again the lab manager or compliance coordinator need to be notified. The chemical must be removed from the inventory list and the SDS archived.

NOTE: This regulation does not apply to office chemicals.

Campus Ministries connection

Have you ever struggled internally or externally during worship? Our Teaching Pastor Brian Smith confessed that his own background provides such dilemmas in expressing worship in chapel. His selected text was Deuteronomy 6 and the related quotes of Jesus in Matthew 22, Mark 12 and Luke 10. We learned the Hebrew words of the Shema together! (Brian was delighted!) Brian challenged us with the command that we involve our total being in obedience and reverence of God. He shared the concept of Madeliene L’Engle that nothing is so secular that it cannot be made sacred. How we do that will be followed up in Thursday’s chapel focusing on the performance of worship.

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Position available:

The Office of the Provost has an immediate opening for the full-time position of Executive Administrator. For additional information and to apply, please see https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/3326 .

Free:

Gray male cat — George needs a good home; 10 years old, neutered, playful and talkative. Great with kids and other animals. Moving out of state and can’t take him along. For more information, contact trader@messiah.edu or call M. Smith at 717-465-2905.

Wanted:

Empty Altoid Mint tins — Any size, for a craft project. Email Bsyvertson@messiah.edu, and I will come and get them from you.

For rent:

Two bedroom townhouse — Located less than a mile from Messiah College. One bathroom, convenient second floor laundry, large eat-in kitchen with island, living room, rear deck with storage shed. Off-street parking (two spaces). Hardwood floors and beautiful tile in the kitchen and bathroom. For more information, contact lowens@messiah.eu or call April at 717-608-0700 to schedule a tour.

For sale:

House — Two-story, Cape Cod house in Dillsburg (Northern York County School District). Located in town at 113 Welty Avenue. Features include three bedrooms, 1.5 baths, in-law quarters, sunroom, full unfinished basement and two-car detached garage. Brand new furnace installed this winter. House situated on 0.241 acres. Asking price is $179,000. Please contact Joann Lerew at 432-5884 for more information.

Power recliner —Catnapper power lift recliner. New with tags, never used. Soft green and tan color. $375. For pictures or more information, call Heather at ext. 6890 or email hnegley@messiah.edu.

Remind them to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show every courtesy to everyone.
Titus 3:1-2 (NRSV)

News

Dawn Gearhart, adjunct instructor in human development and family science, was elected to serve as vice president for external relations on the PA Family and Consumer Sciences (PAFCS) board of directors. Dawn will serve in directing the vision for FCS in Pennsylvania, offering key ideas for PAFCS programs, policies and events. PAFCS is an affiliate member of the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, with a mission to provide leadership and support for professionals whose work assists individuals, families and communities in making informed decisions about their well-being, relationships and resources to achieve optimal quality of life.

Brad Genevro, associate professor of music and director of bands, served as guest conductor for the International Schools of China Band and Choir Festival in Tianjin, China. Genevro spent two days in rehearsals with 80 students culminating in an evening concert that was attended by President Kim Phipps and Sarah Wade, director of international and transfer student recruitment.

Ryan Gladwin, assistant professor of theology and ethics and program director of the Messiah College Philadelphia Campus, presented the paper “Towards a Transformative Latin American Pentecostal-Charismatic Social Ethics” at the Renewal Across the Americas conference at Regent University in Va. on March 1. The conference brought together scholars in religious studies and social sciences from Europe and North, Central and South America. The paper has been accepted as a chapter in a volume that will be published by Palgrave MacMillan.

Don Opitz has accepted our offer to become Messiah College’s next college pastor. Don Opitz is currently a professor of higher education and sociology at Geneva College and frequently preaches for a local church. He previously directed Geneva’s Lilly-funded program The Call and served as campus minister and director of training for the Coalition for Christian Outreach. Don has presented at numerous conferences and is not a stranger to Messiah College. Don helped start the MAHE program at Geneva College in 1994 as a cooperative venture with the Coalition for Christian Outreach, where he was serving as the director of training at the time (along with teaching part-time at Geneva.) He also served as director of the MAHE program for seven years. Don is excited to move into a role that combines his love for pastoring, ministry and lived theology with his love for colleges, mentoring students and teaching. Don will be joining our community beginning July 1 and we look forward to extending a warm welcome.

Professors Anne Reeve, Rick Schaeffer and Roseann Sachs recently took a group of five students to the 247th American Chemical Society National Meeting in Dallas, Texas March 16-20. Julie Fenton, Lauren Martin, Seth Sharber, Nicholas Tay and Caleb Wehrmann each presented the research they have done with faculty mentors at Messiah College, as well as additional research done this past summer through the National Science Foundation-sponsored Research Experience for Undergraduate Programs.

Sam Wilcock served as a judge for the Moody Mega Math Challenge over spring break. The challenge is an annual math modeling contest for high school students, sponsored by the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM), in which participants use mathematically-founded insights to address concerns posed by government officials, school districts and students. More than 5,000 students across the country spent a weekend tackling the problem of funding nutritious school lunches that are tasty enough for kids to want to eat. Judges read and score student solutions via an online system and through several rounds.

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Farewell reception for employee Amy VanDerWerf March 28

Amy VanDerWerf, director of residence life, will be leaving Messiah College to become the dean of student engagement at her alma mater, University of Northwestern in St. Paul, Minn. Amy began her time at Messiah College as the director of community life at the Philly Campus and after one year was promoted to the director of residence life where she has served for the past eight years. As a dedicated employee with a heart for Messiah College and our students, we are grateful for her service to our community. As Amy’s colleagues and friends know, Amy can always be counted on to bring the fun to any occasion. She will be greatly missed across the campus! To celebrate Amy’s time here and to wish her well as she begins the next chapter of her journey, there will be an Open House for friends and colleagues in the Larsen Student Union Fireside Alcove on Friday, March 28 from 2–4 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

Back by popular demand “Girl Rising” returns to Parmer Cinema March 31

There is a second opportunity to view the film “Girl Rising.” It will be shown on Monday, March 31 at 7 p.m. in Parmer Cinema. Developed by 10 ×10, a social organization seeking educational equality for underprivileged girls across the globe, “Girl Rising” tells the moving stories of several of these girls, with help from some of the most recognizable female voices of today. The film spotlights unforgettable girls like Sokha, an orphan who rises from the dumps of Cambodia to become a star student and an accomplished dancer; Suma, who composes music to help her endure forced servitude in Nepal and today crusades to free others; and Ruksana, an Indian “pavement-dweller” whose father sacrifices his own basic needs for his daughter’s dreams. Each girl is paired with a renowned writer from her native country. These girls are each unique, but the obstacles they face are ubiquitous. Like the 66 million girls around the world who dream of going to school, what Sokha, Suma, Ruksana and the rest want most is to be students, to learn. Directed by Academy Award-nominee Richard Robbins, “Girl Rising” received an 88 percent “Rotten Tomatoes” rating. For more information, view the trailer here or contact Kathy Castonguay, human resources and compliance, at kcastong@messiah.edu.

Please note: Loung Ung, Cambodian author and human rights activist, will be on campus on April 30. She authored the first segment in “Girl Rising.”

Educational Technology Day is April 2

The Educational Technology Committee is pleased to announce the third annual Educational Technology Day on Wednesday, April 2 from 1-5 p.m. The theme for the day is “Enhancing Learning, Organization and Productivity through Technology.” The emphasis for the day is learning from students and from each other.

Student keynote panel 1-1:30 p.m. in Parmer Cinema

A student panel will discuss how they use technology on a daily basis, how they use technology to enhance learning and productivity and ways they like to see technology used in education.

Demonstration expo from 2-4 p.m. in the Library Learning Commons

Students, faculty and staff will demonstrate various technology tools that they use to enhance learning, organization and productivity. Come for a single session or enjoy the entire event. Also taking place at the expo will be an Educational Technology Think Tank discussion that will focus on creating a think tank of local high school and college educators around the topic of educational technology.

2-2:30 p.m.

Maude Yacapsin, “Symbaloo,” Library Athenaeum

Mitch McClure, “Film Production,” Library Computer Lab

Cindi Tomes, “Learning Technology Drop-in Time,” Library Group Study Room 118

Lin Taylor, “Assessment in Canvas,” Library Group Study Room 119

2:30-3 p.m.

Gene Rorhbaugh, “Publishing Lecture Notes Through Canvas Pages,” Library Athenaeum

David Owen, “Annotating PDFs, Using API to Create PDFs,” Library Computer Lab

Cindi Tomes, “Creating a Course in Canvas,” Library Group Study Room 118

Liz Kielley, “Streaming Video from the Library,” Library Group Study Room 119

3-3:30 p.m.

Victoria Hemp and Laura Stafford, “BoardMaker,” Library Athenaeum

Christina Thomas, “Telling a Family Story,” Library Computer Lab

Cindi Tomes, “Using Video Clips in Canvas,” Library Group Study Room 118

Michael Rice and Beth Transue, “Library Ebooks,” Library Group Study Room 119

3:30-4 p.m.

Educational Technology Think Tank Discussion with Local Partners, Athenaeum.

Cynthia Lehman, “Prezi,” Library Computer Lab

Amy Ginck and Gladys Robalino, “VoiceThread,” Library Group Study Room 118

Beth Transue, “Confessions of an iPad Addict,” Library Group Study Room 119

4:15-4:45 p.m., Faculty Keynote Panel in Parmer Cinema

Faculty from the School of Humanities will discuss how they have used technology to enrich classroom experiences and connect with the larger community.

Additional information can be found on the Educational Technology Day website. We hope that you and your students can join us for all or some of the day’s events. We invite you to follow and contribute to discussions during day through the Twitter hashtag #mcedtechday.

Dr. Chris Christensen to present lecture “The Shifting Sands of Personhood” April 3

The question of when life begins has been at the center of abortion politics for over 40 years. How we treat the unborn also impacts how we treat the aged and infirmed.  Philadelphia physician and medical educator Dr. Chris Christensen will examine the scientific, legal and ethical dimensions of personhood in the context of a Christian worldview Thursday, April 3 at 7:30 p.m. in Frey 110.  This event is free and open to the public; no ticket required.  Sponsored by the College Honors Program.

Accounts payable office to adjust hours April 4 and 10-11

Accounts payable office will be closed on April 4, April 10 for Service Day and April 11. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, April 14.

President to host Open Door Day April 7

President Kim Phipps will host an Open Door Day Monday, April 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to meet individually with students and employees on topics that are important to them. Open Door is an opportunity for you to speak with the president in her office on the second floor of Old Main. The president’s conference room adjacent to her office is used as a waiting room. A schedule for these dates and times may be found on the president’s webpage. Please call the president’s office at ext. 5220 if you have any questions.

Thesis presentation set for April 7

The Master of Arts in Higher Education is pleased to invite members of the campus community to hear a thesis presentation of Dan Custer, who will receive his M.A. in higher education this May. Dan’s thesis draws on institutional research data related to student-faculty interaction and student success at Messiah College. (See his thesis abstract here.) The presentation is scheduled for Wednesday, April 9 from 12–1:00 p.m. in the Library Athenaeum. Please feel free to bring your lunch. Dessert and coffee will be provided. RSVP to Tina Keul at tkeul@messiah.edu by April 7.

Young Writers Workshop registration open

The Young Writers workshop is a unique summer writing program held on the scenic, suburban campus of Messiah College. Designed to foster a community of young writers through an enriching, summer writing camp environment, the workshop provides college-level writing skills development for students in grades 9-12 and offers three different tracks.

Workshop Dates: Sunday, July 20 through Thursday, July 24

Registration Deadline: July 11

• Courses taught by published Messiah faculty

• Readings and interaction with published writers

• Residential writing camp experience

• Opportunity to help create and publish an e-book that will be made available to the public

• Unique and practical session about how to write a college admissions essay

• Field trip to Harrisburg’s Midtown Scholar Bookstore for public reading and workshop with local writers

• Personalized attention — class sizes limited to 15 students

For more information, contact Joanna Hadley-Evans, assistant to the dean of the School of the Humanities, at ext. 5073 or visit youngwritersworkshop@messiah.edu. For complete information see attachment.

Messiah launches new business and leadership graduate program

As a Messiah employee, you know that we have a strong tradition of developing and mentoring leaders who are a faithful and ethical presence in business, church and society. We are excited to introduce four new graduate programs in business and leadership: a Master of Business Administration (MBA), master’s in strategic leadership, and certificates in leadership or management.

Messiah’s Graduate Programs in Business and Leadership have been designed to advance the careers of busy professionals and deepen the understanding of leadership from a Christian faith perspective. All four programs are fully online. The website went live on Monday, March 17 and online classes start in August.

Messiah College alumni get their first course tuition-free during the 2014-15 academic year when they pursue a business and leadership graduate degree or certificate. Details

To learn more about the programs for yourself or for someone you know who may be interested in earning a graduate-level degree or certificate in business and leadership, visit messiah.edu/leadership.

“Live and learn” this summer with Messiah’s summer online undergraduate courses

You can make the most of your summer and still earn the college credits you need with the flexibility of Messiah’s online summer courses. Messiah’s eight-week online summer session, which runs June 9 to Aug. 1, provides a personal, interactive experience that works around your summer schedule. Messiah’s summer courses are completed in nearly half the time, and are discounted more than 50 percent as the same courses that are offered during the fall and spring semesters.

Courses are open to current students (college-level and qualified home-schooled and high school students), employees, alumni, parents, community friends and anyone who would like to further their education. All courses are taught by Messiah professors, offering an online educational experience that reflects Messiah’s commitment to academic excellence. Registration for summer session begins April 14 and runs until June 2. If you, or someone you know, would be interested in registering or learning more, visit messiah.edu/online.

Campus Ministries connection

Chapel this week continues to focus on the “Polarities of Worship.” Jack Hayford reminds us that “Worship is God’s gift to us.” Clearly God does not need our worship to be complete, rather we need worship. It benefits us. A worship team of alums from over the past 11 years led us in worship that resonated with that theme. (It was very fun and helpful to have them in chapel after a spring break.) Evie Telfer’s message based on Zacchaeus encouraged us to lay aside comfort and position and, like Zacchaeus, to overcome obstacles to engage Jesus. Lent is an opportunity to select facets of life that when denied or embraced lead us to focus on the Jesus we follow. It is an act of worship.

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Financial Aid has an immediate opening for the full time position of Financial Aid Technical Coordinator. For additional information and to apply, please see http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/3285. Job-related questions may be directed to Greg Gearhart, director of financial aid, at Gearhart@messiah.edu.

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Items —Toilet, sink and treadmill (broken base, but works, a more “handy and motivated” person might be able to fix it.) Call Helena Cicero at ext. 2431 or email hcicero@messiah.edu.

For rent:

Log cabin—Located in speculator N.Y. (Adirondack Region) available to rent. Weeks available are June 7-14, June 14-21, Aug. 2-9 and Aug. 23-30. Cabin has living room, kitchen, bath, 3.5 bedrooms, use of canoe, two kayaks, four bicycles and fire pit/wood. Good cell coverage. No cable TV. Walking distance to community beach on Lake Pleasant, restaurants, tennis courts, basketball courts, grocery store and Camp of the Woods. Rent is $800 per week. No pets. Cabin is set on one-acre wooded lot. Great fishing, hiking and bike trails in the area. Photos available. Contact Barb at bsyverts@messiah.edu.

For sale:

Two canoes—15.5 ft. Colman three-seat canoe, $200; 12 ft., Sears two-seat canoe, $150. Contact Brad Markley at ext. 3500 or bmarkley@messiah.edu.

Truck—1998 green Ford F150, three-door, auto, 4 × 4, has a green cap that goes with it, 192,000 miles, asking $5,000. For more information or photos, contact spaddock@messiah.edu.

And all of us, with unveiled faces, seeing the glory of the Lord as though reflected in a mirror, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another; for this comes from the Lord, the Spirit.
2 Corinthians 3:18 (NRSV)

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Brad Genevro, associate professor of music and director of bands, recently conducted the Philadelphia Wind Symphony in a concert titled “Cultural Kaleidoscope in Center City Philadelphia.” The concert featured composers from all over the world including representation from eight different countries. There were several Messiah College alumni performing in the group including Amanda Heim, Christa Converse and Justin Meyer.

Professors Anne Reeve, Rick Schaeffer and Roseann Sachs recently took a group of five students to the 247th American Chemical Society National Meeting in Dallas, Texas March 16-20. Julie Fenton, Lauren Martin, Seth Sharber, Nicholas Tay and Caleb Wehrmann each presented the research they have done with faculty mentors at Messiah College as well as additional research done this past summer at National Science Foundation-sponsored research experiences for undergraduate programs.

Damian Savarino, assistant professor of music, recently performed the bass solos in Rossini’s “Petite Messe Solennelle” with the Greenwich Choral Society. A reviewer from the Stamford Advocate wrote, “Savarino shook the rafters with his resonant low pitches and put the ‘Quoniam tu solus sanctus’ onto our playlists.” More reviews and information from Savarino’s performance can be found here.

Erin Boyd-Soisson, associate professor of human development and family science, was recently quoted in “Parents” magazine within an article titled “Dealing with Separation Anxiety.” You can review the article here.

William Stowman, professor of music, served as guest conductor for the Pennsylvania Music Educators Region 1 State Band. The festival was hosted by Mark Surovchak at Belle Vernon High School near Pittsburgh. The 150-member ensemble was comprised of students who, through a rigorous audition process, advanced from PMEA District Band with hopes of eventually earning a spot in the PA All State Band. Students from more than 100 Pittsburgh area schools competed to advance to the region level. Those advancing to state band will be on the Messiah campus in two weeks as part of the annual PMEA Conference.

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Shredding Solutions on campus for confidential document shredding March 26

On Wednesday, March 26, Shredding Solutions will provide a shred truck on campus that will be accessible beginning at 11 a.m. The shred truck will be located in the service area parking spots outside Hoffman Hall and will be available 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Please use this opportunity to purge your office/work areas of documentation that contains confidential information that has met its retention requirements and is no longer needed. See attachment for complete information.

Fourth annual Easter Egg Hunt set for April 5

Eyas, the Student Alumni Council, invites you to join alumni, employees and their families for the fourth annual Messiah College Easter Egg Hunt.

Who: Open to all Messiah alumni, employees and family members

When: Saturday, April 5; check-in opens at 9:30 a.m., Egg Hunt begins at 10 a.m.

Where: The hunt will begin on Eisenhower Lawn.

To register, email alumnievents@messiah.edu. The Easter Egg Hunt will be divided into three age groups: one- to three-year-old; four- to six-year-old; seven and up.

All children will receive candy found in their eggs and those who find special golden eggs will be able to select a prize! All alumni, employees and family are invited to enjoy refreshments at the Climenhaga Homestead immediately following the Egg Hunt.

Jobs.messiah.edu: streamlining the recruitment and hiring process for student employees

The student employment office will soon be rolling out jobs.messiah.edu, Messiah’s new online employment recruitment system, for student employment. This remaining implementation phase will bring the hiring of all employees under the same system and similar processes. This system is designed to centralize and streamline position description management, recruitment and the hiring process for student applicants and hiring managers. The system will allow for more student awareness of job opportunities across campus and will help educate students via a standardized application process. More information will be available later in March on the implementation timeline and training opportunities. If you anticipate filling a student position and would like more information at that time, contact the student employment office at ext. 2900.

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Old magazines—Discipleship journal, Real Simple, Runners World and National Geographic. Contact avanderwerf@messiah.edu.

For sale:

House—Four bedroom, less than 10-minute drive to Messiah College. Family apartment in basement; Piano—Yamaha spinet piano; recently tuned; in very good condition; Academic robe—Ph.D. robe, excellent condition; Screened camping canopy—In very good condition. Extra large size. Contact John W. Eby at 717-432-7072 or Jandjeby14@aol.com.

Acoustic guitar—Takamine G-series in good condition, $75. Also includes soft case, guitar strap and guitar stand; Pfaltzgraff dishes—Ocean Breeze pattern, over 50 pieces included. $75 for entire set; Craft supplies—Box of paper (scraps, card materials, etc.) for $7.50 and box of random crafting materials (scissors, stamping materials, markers and other misc. items) for $10. For more information or photos, contact avanderwerf@messiah.edu.

But speaking the truth in love, we must grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, from whom the whole body, joined and knit together by every ligament with which it is equipped, as each part is working properly, promotes the body’s growth in building itself up in love.
Ephesians 4:15-16 (NRSV)

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Thanks to all of you who sent kind and supportive notes, cards and messages about my father’s illness and recent death. I have always greatly appreciated being in such a loving community like Messiah.
John Addleman, associate provost for graduate and nontraditional programs

Thomas J. Chilcote, associate professor of accounting, recently earned his master of divinity degree, graduate with high distinction, from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary and was licensed to The Gospel Ministry by Bible Baptist Church of Shiremanstown, Pa. Tom regularly visits and ministers in a chaplaincy capacity at Cumberland County Prison, Manor Care Nursing Home (Camp Hill) and Bethesda Mission.

Rachel Cornacchio, associate professor of music and director of music education, served as the guest conductor for the Franklin/Fulton All-County Festival High School Chorus. The students who participated are among some of the highest achieving—musically and academically—in their schools, and they were selected by their teachers to participate in the festival. One hundred and thirty students representing eight schools participated in the two-day festival.

During spring break, Ted Davis, professor of the history of science, will deliver two public lectures at Arizona State University. He will also be part of a panel discussion of science and religion, along with three faculty from ASU: Physicist Paul Davies and Jewish studies professors Norbert Samuelson and Hava Tirosh-Samuelson.

Raeann Hamon, distinguished professor of family science and gerontology, was recently elected as chair-elect of the Family Science Section of the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR). Founded in 1938, NCFR is the oldest multidisciplinary, nonpartisan professional organization focused solely on family research, practice and education. NCFR members are professionals dedicated to understanding and strengthening families. Hamon’s term as section chair-elect (2014-2016) will begin at the conclusion of the 2014 annual conference in Baltimore, Md. At the end of these two years, she will move to section chair for two years (2016-2018) and then move to the position of past chair for two years (2018-2020).

Messiah College Dance Ensemble performed two jury-selected dance works for the modern dance concert, “Downtown Dances: Front Back” and “In-Between” on March 9 at the Ware Center in Lancaster, Pa. Gregg Hurley, lecturer in dance, choreographed “Remnants and Residua” for the dance concert and Marie Cleaves Rothacker, adjunct dance instructor, created “Rise and Fall.”

At the end of this academic year, Carolyn Kreamer, professor and chair of the department of nursing, will be retiring after 28 years of service to Messiah College. Kreamer will be leaving behind a robust and vibrant nursing program which she helped to develop and nurture during 15 years as the department’s chair. Nancy Woods, associate professor of nursing, will be replacing Kreamer as chair of the department.

Congratulations to George Pickens, professor of theology and mission, who has been selected to participate in the seminar on “Teaching Interfaith Understanding” that will be held at DePaul University in Chicago, Ill. Aug. 3-7. Pickens is one of only 25 faculty members selected for this seminar from well over 100 nominations. The seminar is sponsored by the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) and the Interfaith Youth Core (IFYC).

Congratulations to Emerson Powery, professor of biblical studies, who was invited by North Park Theological Seminary (Chicago, Ill.) to give the Lund Lectures in September 2015. These two lectures, named in honor of Nils Lund, former dean and prominent New Testament (NT) scholar, will address a “significant NT theme” and be geared toward “students who are preparing for ministry.” Also, since this occasion overlaps with North Park’s annual Symposium on the Theological Interpretation of Scripture, they’ve invited him to give a paper on “Race and Racism” (2015 conference theme) as well. “The purpose of the symposium is to have scholars committed to the Christian faith and tradition do theological interpretation of Scripture for the church.” Powery was part of this symposium in 2003.

William Stowman, professor of music, served as guest conductor for two elementary band festivals comprised of beginning band students. On March 8-9 he worked with students in the Pennsbury School District annual Fifth Grade Honors Band featuring students from across the school district. After rehearsing on Friday evening and Saturday morning, Stowman conducted the students in a concert at Pennsbury High School on Saturday afternoon. On March 11 he served as guest conductor for the Mechanicsburg Area School District for their annual fourth and fifth grade band festival. Students will be featured during a district-wide program on March 25 at Mechanicsburg Middle School.

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International Banquet tickets go on sale March 17

Tickets for the International Student Association/Mu Kappa (ISA/MuKappa) annual spring banquet go on sale to the general public Monday, March 17. Prices are $14 for adults, $8 for Messiah College students and $6 for children (12 years old and under). Scheduled this year for Saturday, April 5, the International Banquet is hosted each spring by student clubs ISA/MuKappa. The purpose of the banquet is to celebrate and promote global awareness and diversity within our campus community. This popular event has limited seating and sells out each year. Plan to purchase your tickets early to have a better chance of getting in. To purchase tickets, contact the Ticket Office at ext. 6036 or visit the Ticket Office on the main floor of Eisenhower Campus Center.

“Relax and Stretch” sessions available on Fridays

The wellness program is offering employees a noon-time “Relax and Stretch” opportunity. Led by Ellie Addleman and senior HHP students, this will be a lunch break that will help you relieve stress. The sessions will be on Fridays in Larsen 237 from 12-12:45 p.m. Employees who attend four of the eight sessions will receive 15 wellness points. Make your Friday afternoons more productive by taking a relaxing lunch break that enhances your well-being. No need to register—just show up. Feel free to bring your lunch (as long as your eating is not distracting).

Spring Pilates class begins March 25

The wellness program is sponsoring a six-week spring Pilates class that you are invited to join. The class will be held on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. in the Hostetter Fellowship Hall. The first class will be Tuesday, March 25. The registration fee, which covers all six classes, is $15. All participants must pre-register and pre-pay at the front desk in the fitness center (upper level of Sollenberger Sports Center). Classes will be taught by certified Pilates instructor and HHP adjunct professor Mindy Smith. This class is open to both beginners and advanced.

March Wellness Workshop offered March 25

Plan now to attend our March wellness workshop titled “Healthy Spirituality for Everyday Lives.” The presentation will be based on the text from John 5:7, “Do you want to be well?” Led by Eldon Fry, this will be the next workshop in our series of spring workshops emphasizing ways we can more effectively manage the stress in our lives. Come and hear why spiritual wellness is such a vital part of the picture. The workshop will be held on Tuesday, March 25 from 12:15-1 p.m. in Parmer Cinema.

Spring Yoga Class starts March 26

The wellness program is offering a six-week yoga class for interested students and employees. The class will meet on Wednesdays from 12-12:45 p.m. in Hostetter Fellowship Hall beginning on March 26. The registration fee of $15 covers all six classes. Participants must pre-pay and pre-register at the front desk in the fitness center. Dr. Linda Henninger, a certified Yoga instructor, will be teaching the class.

Shredding Solutions on campus for confidential document shredding March 26

On Wednesday, March 26, Shredding Solutions will provide a shred truck on campus that will be accessible beginning at 11 a.m. The shred truck will be located in the service area parking spots outside Hoffman Hall and will be available 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Please use this opportunity to purge your office/work areas of documentation that contains confidential information that has met its retention requirements and is no longer needed. See attachment for complete information.

Back by popular demand “Girl Rising” returns to Parmer Cinema March 31

There is a second opportunity to view the film “Girl Rising.” It will be shown on Monday, March 31 at 7 p.m. in Parmer Cinema. Developed by 10 ×10, a social organization seeking educational equality for underprivileged girls across the globe, “Girl Rising” tells the moving stories of several of these girls, with help from some of the most recognizable female voices of today. The film spotlights unforgettable girls like Sokha, an orphan who rises from the dumps of Cambodia to become a star student and an accomplished dancer; Suma, who composes music to help her endure forced servitude in Nepal and today crusades to free others; and Ruksana, an Indian “pavement-dweller” whose father sacrifices his own basic needs for his daughter’s dreams. Each girl is paired with a renowned writer from her native country. These girls are each unique, but the obstacles they face are ubiquitous. Like the 66 million girls around the world who dream of going to school, what Sokha, Suma, Ruksana and the rest want most is to be students, to learn. Directed by Academy Award-nominee Richard Robbins, “Girl Rising” received an 88 percent “Rotten Tomatoes” rating. For more information, view the trailer here or contact Kathy Castonguay, human resources and compliance, at kcastong@messiah.edu.

Please note: Loung Ung, Cambodian author and human rights activist, will be on campus on April 30. She authored the first segment in “Girl Rising.”

Save the date for Educational Technology Day April 2

The Educational Technology Committee is pleased to announce the third annual Educational Technology Day on Wednesday, April 2 from 1-5 p.m. The theme for the day is “Enhancing Learning, Organization and Productivity through Technology.” The emphasis for the day is learning from students and from each other.

Student keynote panel 1-1:30 p.m. in Parmer Cinema

A student panel will discuss how they use technology on a daily basis, how they use technology to enhance learning and productivity and ways they like to see technology used in education.

Demonstration Expo from 2-4 p.m. in the Library Learning Commons

Students, faculty and staff will demonstrate various technology tools that they use to enhance learning, organization and productivity. Come for a single session or enjoy the entire event. Also taking place at the Expo will be an Educational Technology Think Tank discussion that will focus on creating a think tank of local high school and college educators around the topic of educational technology. Stay tuned for a more detailed demonstration expo schedule in the coming weeks.

Faculty Keynote Panel from 4:15-4:45 p.m. in Parmer Cinema

Faculty from the School of Humanities will discuss how they have used technology to enrich classroom experiences and connect with the larger community.

Additional information can be found on the Educational Technology Day website. We hope that you and your students can join us for all or some of the day’s events.

Important information for those who signed up for April 4 biometric screening

If you registered for the biometric screening on Friday, April 4, you need to pay your $15 fee and complete a brief address and phone number form in the fitness center sometime Thursday, March 13 between 7 a.m.-6 p.m. The fitness center is located on the second floor of the Sollenberger Sports Center above the pool. Remember, the phone number you submit must be a cell or home number, not the College’s number. Checks should be made out to Messiah College, or you can pay cash.

Invite someone you know to Messiah’s Open House on April 12

Do you know a student who’s in the college search process and may be a good fit for Messiah College? Consider inviting them personally to visit our final undergraduate open house of the academic year on Saturday, April 12. Students can take a closer look at our 80-plus majors, tour campus, enjoy a special lunch in the dining hall and spend time interacting with Messiah students, professors and staff. Students and their family members can register online to attend. We invite you to share this link with prospective students and their family members, along with the reasons you love being a part of the Messiah College community! We would love to have them visit and extend them a warm welcome for the day.

Alumni invited to participate in Service Day

Service Day is a time-honored tradition at Messiah College rooted in the College’s commitment to serving church and society in the spirit of reconciliation. As we visit alums across the country, this commitment to service continues to be a common thread still thriving within our community even after leaving Grantham.

In that spirit, you’re invited to join us for an alumni service project for Service Day 2014. As a student, you experienced this wonderful tradition while serving at Special Olympics and around our local community. We’d like to continue that tradition by inviting alumni back to serve on campus alongside other alumni and current students.

Can’t make it to campus? We are encouraging alumni to serve right in their own communities and share your stories with us. Click here to learn more!

There are two on-campus alumni Service Day project opportunities this year:

Wednesday, April 9

Project: Help assemble lunches for volunteers and participants for Special Olympics.

Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. (lunch will be provided.)

Thursday, April 10

Project: Campus painting projects

Time: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (lunch will be provided.)

Interested in serving through one of these projects? Email alumnievents@messiah.edu by April 1.

Serving in your own community?

Let us know! Let us know the details of your service here and share photos on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using the hashtag #MCServiceDay. Photos can also be emailed to alumnievents@messiah.edu.

“Live and learn” this summer with Messiah’s summer online undergraduate courses

You can make the most of your summer and still earn the college credits you need with the flexibility of Messiah’s online summer courses. Messiah’s eight-week online summer session, which runs June 9 to Aug. 1, provides a personal, interactive experience that works around your summer schedule. Messiah’s summer courses are completed in nearly half the time, and are discounted more than 50 percent as the same courses that are offered during the fall and spring semesters.

Courses are open to current students (college-level and qualified home-schooled and high school students), employees, alumni, parents, community friends and anyone who would like to further their education. All courses are taught by Messiah professors, offering an online educational experience that reflects Messiah’s commitment to academic excellence. Registration for summer session begins April 14 and runs until June 2. If you, or someone you know, would be interested in registering or learning more, visit messiah.edu/online.

Previous Wellness Workshops now available for viewing

If you were unable to attend a wellness workshop this year, but don’t want to miss out on all the great information shared, we’ve got good news. The presentations are now available for viewing online. Simply go to MCSquare, “Employee” tab, “Employee Quicklinks,” “Wellness Workshops.” Three workshops are available right now: “Tips for Surviving and Thriving with Cancer” by Sandy Bush; “Packaging Puzzled? Deciphering Food Labels” by Amy Porto; and “Stress and Our Bodies: Hitting Above the Belt” by Doug Miller. Look for the workshop led by Phil Lawlis and Krista Cochran to be available soon. Employees who were unable to attend a particular workshop, but view it online, can still reward themselves with 15 wellness points.

Updates to Emergency Action Plan

The College’s Emergency Action Plan is found in section 14 of the Safety Manual. Some recent updates to the plan include preparation for the emergency evacuation of a single building. (Evacuation of the campus is covered under the College’s Crisis Management Plan.) See attachment for complete information.

Campus Ministries connection

We have begun a movement in chapel that focuses on the “Polarities of Worship.” Once we begin to see all of life to be lived as worship, it challenges the messages and values of our culture. It is not a matter of “if we worship” but rather “who/what.” Pastors Curry and Coleman spoke to how we might prayerfully see our lives lived as worship to glorify God. But, at the same time both were authentic in identifying both internal and external resistances to living such lives. In the tension of such polarity we are called to make choices. Pastor Coleman described it as choosing which path we will follow. Her metaphor was opening the eyes of our heart. The worship team called us to reflect on the love of Christ as a motivation for worship. The challenge is, will we embrace God’s love to be “living sacrifices” (Romans 12:1) with all of our life as proper worship?

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House — Three bedroom, 2.5 bath ranch house approximately two miles from campus at 18 Pine Tree Dr., Mechanicsburg. It has a one-car garage and full basement with a nice sunroom on the back and private yard. All appliances included. Photos and more info are available here. For more information, contact kslabaugh@messiah.edu, bslabaugh@gmail.com or rental agent, Ken Peek at ken-peek@hotmail.com.

Outside organization announcement:

Grantham Church presents concert— Enjoy an evening with Jenny Oaks Baker, Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed violinist. She will perform a stunning program across several genres with an ensemble of six Saturday, March 15 at 7:30 p.m. at the Grantham Church.  Admission is free. Come at 6:45 p.m. to a gallery reception featuring the art of Sandra Bowden. A gypsy jazz trio will be performing at the reception. See more information here.

You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your might. Keep these words that I am commanding you today in your heart. Recite them to your children and talk about them when you are at home and when you are away, when you lie down and when you rise. Bind them as a sign on your hand, fix them as an emblem on your forehead, and write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.
Deuteronomy 6:5-9 (NRSV)

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Rachel Cornacchio, associate professor of music and director of music education, served as the guest conductor for the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 6 Vocal Jazz Ensemble. This select ensemble, along with three jazz bands, rehearsed over the course of two days. Their hard work culminated in a performance for a standing-room-only crowd at Altoona High School in Altoona, Pa.

Brad Genevro, director of band, served as recording producer for the Temple University Wind Symphony recording project in Philadelphia. This project is a concerto CD highlighting players from the Philadelphia Orchestra. The first artist recorded was Blair Bollinger, bass trombonist with the Philadelphia Symphony Orchestra.

William Stowman, professor of music, served as the guest director for the PMEA District 4 Jazz Festival held at Forbes Road School District. The band was comprised of students from across District 4 who auditioned into the group through a competitive process. In addition to the leading rehearsals for two days and directing the group on the concert, Stowman performed for the students on Friday evening of the festival along with music educators from the region.

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Inspiring Change: Conversations with Dr. Esther Mombo set for March 6

Kenyan theologian and activist, Dr. Esther Mombo is internationally known for her scholarship and advocacy for gender equity, the church’s response to HIV/AIDS, global poverty, those living with disabilities and Christian-Muslim relations. She currently serves as deputy vice chancellor of St. Paul’s University in Limuru, Kenya where she has worked hard to make theological education more accessible to women across Kenya. Mombo will present “Peace, Justice and Public Theology: Theory and Practice” on Thursday, March 6 at 4 p.m. in Boyer 230. Mombo will also present “Hope Rising: Women’s Theology and Activism at Work in Kenya” during an alternate chapel at 7 p.m. in Frey 150.  Co-sponsored by African Student Union, Campus Ministries, Center for Public Humanities, Department of Biblical and Religious Studies, Gender Concerns and Peace Fellowship.

“Relax and Stretch” sessions begin March 7

The wellness program is offering employees a noon-time “Relax and Stretch” opportunity. Led by Ellie Addleman and senior HHP students, this will be a lunch break that will help you relieve stress. The sessions will be on Fridays in Larsen 237 from 12-12:45 p.m. Employees who attend four of the eight sessions will receive 15 wellness points. Make your Friday afternoons more productive by taking a relaxing lunch break that enhances your well-being. No need to register – just show up. Feel free to bring your lunch (as long as your eating is not distracting). Sessions begin Friday, March 7.

Open lab sessions for phase one of the FY15 budget process

For budget managers and/or administrative assistants who remember the budget process but may need some guidance or questions answered while inputting Phase 1 data, we have scheduled eight open lab sessions. The following sessions will be held in Boyer Hall, room 337: Monday, March 17 from 10 – 11 a.m. or 1-2 p.m.; Tuesday, March 18 from 10-11 a.m. or 1-2 p.m.; Wednesday, March 19 from 9-10 a.m.; Monday, March 24 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. or 2-3 p.m. The following session will be held in Boyer Hall, Room 237: Tuesday, March 25 from 2-3 p.m.

Spring Pilates class announced

The wellness program is sponsoring a six-week spring Pilates class that you are invited to join. The class will be held on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. in the Hostetter Fellowship Hall. The first class will be Tuesday, March 25. The registration fee, which covers all six classes, is $15. All participants must pre-register and pre-pay at the front desk in the fitness center (upper level of Sollenberger Sports Center). Classes will be taught by certified Pilates instructor and HHP adjunct professor, Mindy Smith. This class is open to both beginners and advanced.

March Wellness Workshop offered March 25

Plan now to attend our March wellness workshop titled “Healthy Spirituality for Everyday Lives.” The presentation will be based on the text from John 5:7, “Do you want to be well?” Led by Eldon Fry, this will be the next workshop in our series of spring workshops emphasizing ways we can more effectively manage the stress in our lives. Come and hear why spiritual wellness is such a vital part of the picture. The workshop will be held on Tuesday, March 25 from 12:15-1 p.m. in Parmer Cinema.

Workshop for the Christian Guitarist March 29

The Department of Music will again be offering a Workshop for the Christian Guitarist. It will be held Saturday, March 29 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts. The event is open to the public. Admission price is only $30 for any type of student (under age 21) and $45 for the general public.

There are sessions throughout the day for all levels of guitarist from the beginner to the advanced player on steel string acoustic guitar or electric. The focus of the event is to help guitarists be more effective in serving the church with their music. All information and online registration are available here or by calling 717-766-2511, ext. 3310.

There is a printable poster on the registration page of the site. Please consider displaying some of these posters at your church.

Wellness Program offers biometric screenings April 4

The Wellness Program is sponsoring a biometric screening for interested employees on Friday, April 4 from 7- 10 a.m. in Jordan 161.  The blood draw will screen for total cholesterol, HDL, glucose, and triglycerides and will take five minutes.  Two copies of the results will be mailed to the employee’s home address and all results will be kept strictly confidential. The cost for employees will be $15. All participants are required to do a 10-hour fast prior to the blood screening.

Sign-ups for the biometric screening will be done online. Go to MCSquare, “Employee” tab, scroll down until you find the registration option titled “Wellness Biometric Screening.” Sign-up for the time slot you are interested in. Space is limited, so you are encouraged to sign-up today. All participants will be required to stop by the Falcon Fitness Center (second floor Sollenberger Sports Center) on Thursday, March 13 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. to pay the fee and sign a brief registration form. Employees failing to do this will not be allowed to participate in the blood draw.

Alumni invited to participate in Service Day

Service Day is a time-honored tradition at Messiah College rooted in the College’s commitment to serving church and society in the spirit of reconciliation. As we visit alums across the country, this commitment to service continues to be a common thread still thriving within our community even after leaving Grantham.

In that spirit, you’re invited to join us for an alumni service project for Service Day 2014. As a student, you experienced this wonderful tradition while serving at the Special Olympics and around our local community. We’d like to continue that tradition by inviting alumni back to serve on campus alongside other alumni and current students.

Can’t make it to campus? We are encouraging alumni to serve right in their own communities and share your stories with us.  Click here to learn more!

There are two on-campus alumni Service Day project opportunities this year:

Wednesday, April 9:

Project: Help assemble lunches for volunteers and participants for the Special Olympics.

Time: 9:30 a.m. -noon (lunch will be provided.)

Thursday, April 10

Project: Painting in Hostetter Chapel

Time: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (lunch will be provided.)

Interested in serving through one of these projects? Email alumnievents@messiah.edu by April 1.

Serving in your own community?

Let us know!  Let us know the details of your service here and share photos on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using the hashtag #MCServiceDay. Photos can also be emailed to alumnievents@messiah.edu.

Invite someone you know to Messiah’s Open House on April 12

Do you know a student who’s in the college search process and may be a good fit for Messiah College? Consider inviting them personally to visit our final undergraduate open house of the academic year on Saturday, April 12. Students can take a closer look at our 80-plus majors, tour campus, enjoy a special lunch in the dining hall and spend time interacting with Messiah students, professors and staff. Students and their family members can register online to attend. We invite you to share this link with prospective students and their family members, along with the reasons you love being a part of the Messiah College community! We would love to have them visit and extend them a warm welcome for the day.

Previous Wellness Workshops now available for viewing

If you were unable to attend a wellness workshop this year, but don’t want to miss out on all the great information shared, we’ve got good news.  The presentations are now available for viewing online.  Simply go to MCSquare, “Employee” tab, “Employee Quicklinks,” “Wellness Workshops.”  Three workshops are available right now: “Tips for Surviving and Thriving with Cancer” by Sandy Bush, “Packaging Puzzled? Deciphering Food Labels” by Amy Porto, “Stress and Our Bodies- Hitting Above the Belt” by Doug Miller. Look for the workshop led by Phil Lawlis and Krista Cochran to be available soon. Employees who were unable to attend a particular workshop, but view it online, can still reward themselves with 15 wellness points.

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For rent:

Two bedroom townhouse — Located less than a mile from Messiah College. One bathroom, convenient second floor laundry, large eat-in kitchen with island, living room, rear deck with storage shed. Off-street parking (two spaces).  Hardwood floors and beautiful tile in the kitchen and bathroom. Move-in date March 1. Contact Laurie Owens and lowens@messiah.edu or  April at 717-608-0700 for more information or to schedule a tour.

Outside organization announcement:

Amani Beads International Women’s Day benefit concert March 9 — Cellist Tetyana Pyatovolenko, pianist Daniel Glessner and violinist Gregory Glessner will present a concert Sunday, March 9 at 4 p.m. in High Recital Hall. There will be a reception and Amani Bead sale following concert. Admission is free, donations appreciated; 100 percent of the proceeds will go to health fund for caregivers at New Life Homes, Kenya. See attachment for complete information. For more information, contact Tetyana, at tp1197@messiah.edu.

Grantham Church presents concert— Enjoy an evening with Jenny Oaks Baker, Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed violinist. She will perform a stunning program across several genres with an ensemble of six Saturday, March 15 at 7:30 p.m. at The Grantham Church. Admission is free. Come at 6:45 p.m. to a gallery reception featuring the art of Sandra Bowden. A gypsy jazz trio will be performing at the reception. See more information here.

Lenten Taizé Vespers at the Grantham Church— You are invited to come, quiet your heart and mind, and prepare for remembering the suffering, death and resurrection of Jesus during Lenten Taizé vespers at The Grantham Church every Monday evening of Lent (March 10 through April 14), 6:30-7 p.m. in A-1 wing.

God showed how much he loved us by sending his one and only Son into the world so that we might have eternal life through him. This is real love — not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins.
I John 4:9-10 (NRSV)

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Brad Genevro, director of bands and associate professor of music, served as a guest conductor for the Louisiana State Music Educators District 7 Band in New Orleans, La., and the Pennsylvania State Music Educators District 1 Band in Pittsburgh, Pa. Between the two festivals Genevro worked with 240 talented high school students and more than 60 public school music educators.

Please welcome Abby Love to the position of guest relations coordinator. Abby will coordinate the Ticket Office and oversee the summer guest relations student crew. She will be working alongside Kathy Gates in the receptionist/ticket office area. Abby is a Messiah alumna who worked for conference and event services as a student supervisor and event expert.

Michael True, director of the Internship Center, has been approached by Dr. Monica Zimmerman, an alumna of Messiah, to co-write a book for students studying entrepreneurship. The book will be adapted from his book, “InternQube: Professional Skills for the Workplace.” Publication is planned for 2015. Monica is currently professor of management, strategy and entrepreneurship at West Chester University. She is director of the Cottrell Entrepreneurial Leadership Center at the school. Previously, she was academic director for entrepreneurship programs at Fox School of Business, Temple University.

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Pride in Performance Awards nominations due Feb. 28

Have you been impressed or inspired by the contributions made by a fellow employee during the last year?  If so, please consider nominating that colleague for a Pride in Performance Award. The Pride in Performance Award is used to recognize an employee based on the following criteria:

• The employee has consistently demonstrated exceptional performance and remarkable proficiency in his/her assigned duties.
• The employee has demonstrated hospitality, customer focus, and has been active in promoting a pleasant working environment.
• The employee has demonstrated dependability, innovative ways to manage work and effective problem-solving.
• The employee has been committed to professional development and enhancing his/her skill set.

Your recommendation will be confidential; only the employees selected as award recipients will know that their names were offered for consideration. Prior recipients are not eligible to receive a subsequent award for three years. See the list of prior recipients here. Nominations must be submitted, using the Pride in Performance Nomination form found here by Friday, Feb. 28.  Further information on performance awards can be viewed here.

The recipients will be announced at the Employee Recognition Reception in May. All questions regarding nominations should be directed to Kathy Castonguay in human resources, at kcastong@messiah.edu.

Women’s HERstory Month events

The Office of Multicultural Programs presents the March 2014 Women’s HERstory Month events for the Messiah community to attend starting with the kick-off of the film “Girl Rising” on Monday, March 3 in Parmer Cinema (Boyer Hall) from 7-9 p.m., followed by a day of events with guest Noorjahan Akbar on Wednesday, March 5 and our annual Lady Falcons Flockin’ the Union on Monday, March 31 in Larsen Student Union from 7-9 p.m.  See the attachment for the complete schedule, details and all sponsors.

Bradley Jacob from Regent University to give pre-law lecture March 4

On Tuesday, March 4 in Kline 120, Bradley Jacob, law professor from Regent University, will be conducting a biblical talk on vocation and calling with an emphasis on law, but will also extend to students of other majors. In his lecture, Jacob will outline how students can discern God’s will for their calling among a variety of competing paths in their lives. No tickets required. Alternate chapel credit will be given.

An evening with Noorjahan Akbar March 5

Noorjahan Akbar, a native of Aghanistan, is a leader in the Afghan gender-equality movement. She led the first march against street harassment in Afghan history and helped open the country’s first all-female Internet café. She has been featured in Forbes’ annual “Most Powerful Women in the World.” Remarkably, she is currently a Dickinson College senior and is the grand-prize winner in Glamour magazine’s “Top 10 College Women” 2013 competition. See the attachment for details on the evening presentation (including slides) as well as the afternoon class. We also look forward to having 2012 Messiah graduate Rachel Obenschain, an MK from Afghanistan, join her friend Akbar for these events!

Cultural Series concludes season with Tim Warfield Sextet March 8

Nationally known, award-winning,York native and Messiah College artist-in-residence saxophonist Tim Warfield Jr. will be joined by some of the finest musicians in jazz Saturday, March 8 at 8 p.m. in Parmer Hall of the High Center. Joining him will be trumpeter Terell Stafford, vibraphonist Stefon Harris, pianist Cyrus Chestnut, bassist Rodney Whitaker and drummer Chris Beck. Contact the Ticket Office at ext. 6036 or visit messiah.edu/ticket. All seats are $25.

London Internship Program / Goldsmiths representative to visit campus March 12

On March 12, Arcadia representative Kelly Lampe will be on campus to talk to students about studying and interning with the London Internship Program and studying at Goldsmiths: University of London. Students from a wide-range of majors have participated with these programs.

If you are interested in having Kelly speak to your classes about opportunities to participate in these programs, please contact Wendy Lippert wlippert@messiah.edu or ext. 6089. You can also set up an appointment to meet with her one-on-one if you would like to talk with Kelly.

Kelly will be hosting a Student Information Session in Larsen 237 at 4 p.m. Please encourage interested students to attend.

More information about the London Internship Program can be found here and Goldsmiths: University of London can be found here.

Applications for “Into the City” now being accepted

Applications are now being accepted for the spring Into the City trip to Philadelphia! This career immersion program will take place on April 3-4 and promises students a high-impact, hands-on and educational experience. They will receive firsthand exposure to living, working and connecting in the greater Philadelphia area by interacting with Messiah alumni and parents through company site visits and tours, panel presentations, and a networking reception.

Organizations represented include:

160over90

American Cancer Society

Children’s Choice

Compass ION Advisors

Guardian

Lockheed Martin

Philadelphia 76ers

Philadelphia Inquirer

Templeton Foundation

Applications are due by 5 p.m. on March 14. Spots are limited and fill up quickly, so please encourage your students from all majors and academic years to apply for this educational opportunity. For more information, visit the “Into the City” website.

An INFO SESSION will be offered Wednesday, March 5 at 12:30 p.m. in Hostetter 113.  Students must RSVP to attend at here. Educators are also welcome!

Reminders from conference services

Please remember that March 14 is the deadline for scheduling any event that includes:

1.  A set-up involving tech/AV needs of additional tables, chairs or furnishings.

2.  Serving food to others outside of your group or using college funds to purchase food for the event.

3.  A fundraiser, selling items, showing a film or an event that includes dancing.

4.  An off-campus speaker or an off-campus vendor.

5.  Mass advertising, required tickets or placing an event on the master calendar.

6.  More than 25 off-campus guests at your event.

All such requests will not be approved after the March 14 deadline.

Shredding Solutions on campus for confidential document shredding March 26

On Wednesday, March 26 Shredding Solutions will provide a shred truck on campus that will be accessible beginning at 11 a.m. The shred truck will be located in the service area parking spots located outside Hoffman Hall and will be available 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Please use this opportunity to purge your office/work areas of documentation that contains confidential information that has met its retention requirements and is no longer needed. See attachment for complete information.

International Banquet set for April 5

The International Banquet hosted each spring by the Messiah College International Student Association (ISA)/MuKappa is scheduled for Saturday, April 5. Due to last year’s higher-than-usual ticket demand, ISA/MuKappa wanted to announce the date early enough for everyone to plan accordingly. Tickets will go on sale sometime next month to students first and then to the general public a week after that. Further details will be announced as planning progresses. ISA/MuKappa is a student-run group made up of primarily international students and missionary/transcultural students that, among other things, works to promote global awareness in the campus community.

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Job opportunities:

The Department of Dining Services has an immediate opening for the full-time position of Lead Cook. For additional information and to apply, please see https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/3183. Job-related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz, director of dining services, at MWirtz@messiah.edu.

The Oakes Museum has an immediate opening for the part-time, temporary position of Museum Teaching Docent. For additional information and to apply, please see https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/3171. Job-related questions may be directed to Ken Mark, director of the Oakes Museum, at KMark@messiah.edu.

The Department of Procurement has an immediate opening for the part-time position of Administrative Assistant, Purchasing. For additional information and to apply, please see https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/3179 . Job-related questions may be directed to Wendy Starner, director of financial operations and controller, at WStarner@messiah.edu.

The Department of Information Technology Services has an immediate opening for the full-time position of Administrative Programmer/Analyst. For additional information and to apply, please see http://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/3190. Job-related questions may be directed to John Luft, director of information services, at JLuft@messiah.edu.

For rent:

Two bedroom townhouse — Located less than a mile from Messiah College. One bathroom, convenient second floor laundry, large eat-in kitchen with island, living room, rear deck with storage shed. Off-street parking (two spaces).  Hardwood floors and beautiful tile in the kitchen and bathroom.  Move-in date March 1. Contact Laurie Owens and lowens@messiah.edu or April at 717-608-0700 for more information or to schedule a tour.

For sale:

InStep bike trailer — For up to two kids. It includes the hardware for hitching to an adult bike and can be collapsed for storage. $40. Email akryemadhi@messiah.edu for more information.

2010 Ford Focus SEL — Excellent condition, Bluetooth, SYNC, sunroof, silver exterior, black leather interior, newly inspected. 40,000 miles, asking $12,200. Can see anytime. For more information, contact rjacobse@messiah.edu or sawproffesorno1@aol.

2009 Volkswagen EOS Lux convertible — Hard-top, 2D, excellent condition, only 23,000 miles. $16,000. Call Laurie Owens at 717-796-5085.

Outside organization announcement:

West Shore Christian Academy now enrolling — West Shore Christian Academy, the area’s largest accredited Christian college-preparatory school is currently enrolling students (PreK-12) for the 2014-2015 academic year. Located off of Route 15 between Mechanicsburg and Camp Hill, West Shore Christian Academy has provided an excellent Christ-centered education for 40 years. Students are immersed in the study of God’s Word though living curriculum, vibrant community and a staff called for the purpose of partnering with parents to help each child grow both academically and spiritually. With low student/teacher ratios, superior academics, fine arts and athletic programs, as well as Bible and weekly chapel programming, West Shore Christian Academy helps families to develop, nurture and equip students to positively influence the world for Christ. To learn more about our Affordable Academic Excellence visit the next open house, March 6  from 7-8:30 p.m., or visit our website for more information, additional dates or to schedule a tour.  Last year more than $300,000 was distributed in financial aid, scholarships and grants.  www.westshorechristian.org

Let us therefore no longer pass judgment on one another, but resolve instead never to put a stumbling block or hindrance in the way of another.
Romans 14:13 (NRSV)

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Linda Tedford, director of choral activities and founder and conductor of the Susquehanna Chorale (ensemble-in-residence at Messiah), won high praise and standing ovations from choral professionals at the American Choral Directors Association Eastern Division Convention Feb. 8 in Baltimore, Md. The Chorale was among 18 choirs, and the only community choir, to receive a coveted invitation to perform. Among the other choirs invited to perform were the American Boychoir, the Harvard-Radcliffe Collegium Musicum and the Rutgers University Kantorei.

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John Fea to present Annual Lectures on Religion and Society

The Annual Lectures on Religion and Society explore the many ways that Christian faith and public life intersect. This year we are honored to have Messiah’s own John Fea deliver the lecture “The Complex Connections between Christianity and the American Nation” on the contested issue of how much and how closely Christianity is intertwined with the history and identity of the United States of America. He will be speaking in the Tuesday, Feb. 25 in chapel and also at 7:30 p.m. in Parmer Hall. No tickets are required for the evening event.

President to host Open Door Day Feb. 28

President Kim Phipps will host an Open Door Day Friday, Feb. 28 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. to meet individually with students and employees on topics that are important to them. Open Door is an opportunity for you to speak with the president in her office on the second floor of Old Main. The president’s conference room adjacent to her office is used as a waiting room. A schedule for these dates and times may be found on the president’s webpage. Please call the president’s office at ext. 5220 if you have any questions.

Fire extinguisher training available Feb. 23-28

Think you know how to use a fire extinguisher safely? This report says, “think again!” Please take the time to view it—it may save your life.

There are still open slots in the hands-on fire extinguisher training sessions being offered the week of Feb. 23-28. These sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so sign up now! The actual training session will consist primarily of a demonstration of the use of the extinguisher and then the opportunity for each participant to experience hands-on training in extinguishing the “fire.” Training on the types of fires and extinguishers as well as initial instruction on the P.A.S.S. system for using extinguishers will be provided to employees via a Qualtrics training program that must be completed prior to attending the hands-on session. This Qualtrics training is available by clicking on the following link.

To sign up for a session, go to MCSquare, “Employee” tab, “Employee Training Session.” Click on the session (date/time) that you wish to attend and follow the instructions for registering. If you have any questions regarding this training, please contact Donna Fink at ext. 5038 or Valerian Curd at ext. 6747. Please inform your supervision of the session for which you register.

Nominations for Pride in Performance Awards due Feb. 28

Have you been impressed or inspired by the contributions made by a fellow employee during the last year? If so, please consider nominating that colleague for a Pride in Performance Award. The Pride in Performance Award is used to recognize an employee based on the following criteria:

• The employee has consistently demonstrated exceptional performance and remarkable proficiency in his/her assigned duties.
• The employee has demonstrated hospitality, customer focus and has been active in promoting a pleasant working environment.
• The employee has demonstrated dependability, innovative ways to manage work and effective problem-solving.
• The employee has been committed to professional development and enhancing his/her skill set.

Your recommendation will be confidential; only the employees selected as award recipients will know that their names were offered for consideration. Prior recipients are not eligible to receive a subsequent award for three years. See the list of prior recipients here. Nominations must be submitted, using the Pride in Performance Nomination form found here by Friday, Feb. 28. Further information on performance awards can be viewed here.

The recipients will be announced at the Employee Recognition Reception in May. All questions regarding nominations should be directed to Kathy Castonguay in human resources, at kcastong@messiah.edu.

See “Girl Rising” March 3

Human resources and compliance and student affairs are partnering to bring the film “Girl Rising” to campus on Monday, March 3 at 7 p.m. in Parmer Cinema. Developed by 10 × 10, a social organization seeking educational equality for underprivileged girls across the globe, Girl Rising tells the moving stories of several of these girls, with help from some of the most recognizable female voices of today. The film spotlights unforgettable girls like Sokha, an orphan who rises from the dumps of Cambodia to become a star student and an accomplished dancer; Suma, who composes music to help her endure forced servitude in Nepal and today crusades to free others; and Ruksana, an Indian “pavement-dweller” whose father sacrifices his own basic needs for his daughter’s dreams. Each girl is paired with a renowned writer from her native country. These girls are each unique, but the obstacles they faced are ubiquitous. Like the 66 million girls around the world who dream of going to school, what Sokha, Suma, Ruksana and the rest want most is to be students: to learn. Directed by Academy Award-nominee Richard Robbins, Girl Rising received an 88 percent “Rotten Tomatoes” rating. View the trailer here. For more information, contact Kathy Castonguay, human resources and compliance, at kcastong@messiah.edu or Christy Hanson, Career Center, at chanson@messiah.edu.

Cultural Series concludes season with Tim Warfield Sextet March 8

Nationally known, award winning, York native and Messiah College artist-in-residence saxophonist Tim Warfield Jr. will be joined by some of the finest musicians in jazz Saturday, March 8 at 8 p.m. in Parmer Hall of the High Center. Joining him will be trumpeter Terell Stafford, vibraphonist Stefon Harris, pianist Cyrus Chestnut, bassist Rodney Whitaker and drummer Chris Beck. Contact the ticket office at ext. 6036 or visit messiah.edu/ticket. All seats are $25.

Announcing an enrollment‐centered redesign of messiah.edu

The office of marketing and communications (OMC) is excited to share with the campus community an important new initiative―a comprehensive redesign of the College’s external website, www.messiah.edu. The redesign is planned to launch in Aug. 2014, in time to support the fall student recruitment season. Read the attachment for more details.

Participate in Educational Technology Day

Educational Technology Day is Wednesday, April 2 and we would like your help. We are looking for faculty and staff who are willing to participate in an expo demonstrating some aspect of technology that you have found very helpful. For example, you may have a favorite app or method you have found helpful. If you are interested and want more information, please contact Scott Weaver at sweaver@messiah.edu.

Ladder safety reminders

Did you know that OSHA has several standards governing the use of ladders in the workplace? To comply with these regulations, Section 13 of the College’s Safety Manual establishes consistent safety practices for the use of ladders on campus. See attachment for complete information.

Summary Annual Report for Messiah College Employee Welfare Benefit Plan available for review

Messiah College is required to publish a summary of the annual report for the Messiah College Employee Welfare Benefit Plan. The report for the period of July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013 is attached. This has been filed with the Employee Benefits Security Administration as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).

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Job opportunity:

Dining Services has an immediate opening for the full time position of Catering Lead. For additional information and to apply, please see https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/3075. Job-related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz, director of dining services, at mwirtz@messiah.edu.

Your steadfast love, O Lord, extends to the heavens, your faithfulness to the clouds.
Psalm 36:5 (NRSV)

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I am delighted to announce the appointment of Robert Pepper as the director of the newly approved graduate programs in business and leadership (offering graduate certificates in leadership and management, MBA and the masters in strategic leadership). Rob earned a B.A. from Messiah College in 1992, holds an M.S. from Shippensburg University and a PhD in organizational leadership from Regent University. Rob has served in several capacities at Messiah College since 1993, including residence hall director, head women’s lacrosse coach and director of student involvement and leadership programs. In addition, he has served as an adjunct instructor in management and business, general education and in the master’s in higher education. Rob was instrumental in the planning and building of the Larsen Student Union, the creation of the student leadership development model, the initiation of the Into the Streets Program and served on the Common Learning and Graduate Programs Task Forces. Most recently he has given exceptional leadership to the development of graduate admissions and enrollment management in his role as director of graduate and nontraditional enrollment. Pepper will transition to this new role in the Spring of 2014 as we develop these new programs. A search to replace him in his current role will begin this spring. Please join me in congratulating him in this new role.
John Addleman, associate provost for graduate and nontraditional programs

“Luminosity” is the brilliant new work that Mike Harcrow and the Messiah College Brass Choir, in conjunction with Murray Library, commissioned from composer Anthony DiLorenzo for the opening of Parmer Hall. Luminosity is now available at Art of Sound Music, and a sound file can be found here. The recording is by BrassCross, the large faculty-student brass ensemble at Messiah College, conducted by Brad Genevro. “Luminosity” was recently released on the Messiah College compact disc “Stained Glass Windows” Klavier label K11198 (also available on NAXOS) and it is the title track on the exciting, soon-to-be-released BrassCross CD.

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Upcoming Wellness Workshop

Mark your calendar now for February’s wellness workshop on “Mindfulness and Stress: How to Use Your Head to Your Advantage.” The workshop is part of the wellness program’s emphasis on stress management this spring. It will be led by Phil Lawlis and Krista Cochran on Thursday, Feb. 20 from 12:15-1 p.m. in Parmer Cinema. Come and learn more about how you can develop the practice of mindfulness and the important role it plays in helping to manage stress.

Representative from O’Neill National Theatre Institute on campus Feb. 25-26

Maggie Kate Coleman, college relations representative from the O’Neill National Theatre Institute, will be on campus Feb. 25 and 26 to introduce students to the opportunity to study with their program. If you would like to meet with her or would be interested in having her speak to your class(es), please contact Wendy Lippert in the intercultural office at ext. 6089 or wlippert@messiah.edu.

O’Neill National Theatre Institute offers students an intensive learning experience in the U.S. Additionally, students travel internationally for two weeks each semester to England in the fall to study with Complicite and to Russia in the spring where they study at the St. Petersburg State Theatre Arts Academy.

Please let interested students know Maggie Kate will be hosting an information session on Feb. 25 at 4 p.m. in Larsen 237.

Passport processing on campus Feb. 27

Representatives from the Cumberland County Court House will be on campus Thursday, Feb. 27 to process passport applications. Applicants need to bring their photos, documents: birth certificate, driver’s license PLUS A PHOTOCOPY OF THE DRIVER’S LICENSE (non-PA residents also need to bring their Messiah ID along with a photocopy of their ID), completed application and fees to the Eisenhower Commons between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Applications can be downloaded here. Please contact intercultural@messiah.edu if you have questions.

President to host “Open Door” day Feb. 28

President Kim Phipps will host an “Open Door” day on Friday, Feb. 28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to meet individually with students and employees on topics that are important to them. “Open Door” is an opportunity for you to speak with the president in her office on the second floor of Old Main. The president’s conference room adjacent to her office is used as a waiting room.  A schedule for these dates and times may be found on the president’s webpage . Please call the president’s office at ext. 5220 if you have any questions.

Uncommon Marriage simulcast with Tony and Lauren Dungy March 1

Tony Dungy is returning to Messiah College on the big screen along with his wife, Lauren Dungy. Tony and Lauren Dungy have together known the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. They fell in love, built a family and made sports history when Tony became the first African-American head coach to win the Super Bowl. Yet they’ve also gone through difficult, relationship-testing setbacks, including job loss and devastating personal tragedy.

In a culture where it seems harder and harder to make marriage last, what has kept the Dungys strong through it all? In Uncommon Marriage, Tony and Lauren share the secrets that hold them together, revealing what they’ve learned so far about being a good husband or wife; getting through times of loss, grief or change; staying connected despite busy schedules; supporting each other’s dreams and goals; and helping each other grow spiritually. The Dungys will offer encouragement and practical advice to equip marriages to survive tough issues and flourish with joy, purpose and partnership—in other words, to be marriages that are truly uncommon.

The live simulcast will be held in the High Foundation Recital Hall on Saturday, March 1 at 10 a.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Ticket Office by calling ext. 6036 or online. Only 65 couples can attend this event. Invite some friends and get your tickets soon!

Representative from International Studies Abroad (ISA) on campus March 3

Ethan Talbott, representative of International Studies Abroad (ISA) the organization which hosts Messiah’s study abroad programs in Chile and France will be on campus March 3 to talk to students about these exciting options. If you are interested in meeting with him or would be interested in having him speak to your class(es), please contact Wendy Lippert in the intercultural office at ext. 6089 or wlippert@messiah.edu.

The representative will be hosting an information session at 4 p.m. in Larsen 237. Please encourage interested students to attend. Visit here or here or to learn more about these programs.

Live webinar with Robert Hellman planned for March 11

The Career Center and the office of alumni and parent relations are pleased to announce a live webinar with nationally known career expert Robert Hellman. This event will take place on Tuesday, March 11 from 7-8:30 p.m. in Parmer Cinema. Robert’s topic is “Become the Perfect Candidate: Tap into the Hidden Job Market.”

The webinar is ideal for any student who is entering the job market after graduation. Alumni are also welcome to join the webinar (remote access is available for alumni not living in the local area). More information, including registration, can be found here. Please help us promote this opportunity by publicizing this event in your classes or during your interactions with students and alumni.

“Laughter Is Medicine” wellness initiative

According to researchers, laughter is not just good for the soul—it’s good for the mind and body as well. In light of the wellness program’s emphasis on stress management this spring, we are initiating “Mirthful Mondays.” For six consecutive Mondays (beginning Feb. 17), we will be sending out a “Mirthful Monday” email newsletter with humorous video clips, jokes, etc. We’re hoping you’ll find a few minutes during the day to read it and/or watch the clips. But we need your help to pull this off. Beginning today, if you have a favorite joke or funny video clip, send it to Doug Miller at dmiller@messiah.edu. We’ll screen them and include the funniest (realizing that humor is often in the eye of the beholder) on the newsletter each week. (Please be sure anything you send is public domain.)

Register now for phase IV of the “Messiah Goes to the World Cup” physical activity program

Employees who regularly exercise get wellness points by joining the program titled “Messiah Goes to the World Cup.” So far more than 100 employees have participated this year and have collectively accumulated over 24,000 miles! For every 4,800 miles (the distance form Grantham to Brazil) we symbolically “send” another men’s soccer player to the World Cup. So far five players have been sent.

Employees receive 30 wellness points for participating in a six-week phase (or a maximum of 60 points for two or more phases). All it takes is recording your workout minutes or miles each week online, and meeting the goals at least five of the six weeks. Here are the weekly goals for each program:

Walk: 100 minutes or five miles per week

Run: 50 minutes or six miles per week

Swim: 60 minutes or two miles per week

Cycle: 60 minutes or 12 miles per week

Exercise: 60 minutes per week

You can register now for the next six-week phase which begins on Sunday, Feb. 16. Click on the link below to register, and if you’re a first-timer, email your Café Well screen name to HAPA_Wellness@cvty.com.

WALK IV RUN IV CYCLE IV SWIM IV EXERCISE IV

Employee meal plan available

Employees may now participate in a meal plan.

Cost: $150 per semester

Receive a 10 percent discount on all purchases in Lottie Nelson Dining Hall, The Falcon, The Union Café, Café Diem and the Hut. Unused meal plan dollars are forfeited at the end of the semester.

Payment Options:

Cash, check or credit card—pay in full when you select the plan

Payroll deduction—Six payroll deductions of $25 per pay

Stop by the dining services office with your employee ID to sign up. More information can be found here.

Investment change explanation

The plan’s investment committee recently met to review the performance of plan investment choices. If an investment choice does not meet the established minimum standards, the committee reviews other alternatives with similar investment objectives to discuss possible replacement options. This important notice is to inform you that Messiah College Defined Contribution Retirement Plan will be making changes to the plan’s investment options as outlined in the attachment. This change is scheduled to go into effect the week of March 31. See attachment for complete information.

Campus Ministries connection

We are considering Polarities of Reconciliation in the current chapel movement. Today, Teaching Pastor Bruxey Cavey from The Meeting House in Toronto spoke. Elective chapels will be held Thursday. We are in the midst of Black History month. Often reconciliation is considered in black-white terms. However, the ministry of reconciliation given to us as Christians (II Corinthians 5:18) includes ethnic concerns but goes beyond that rubric. It impacts our relationship with God and therefore how we live in relationship to ourselves and to each other.

Here is the concluding prayer from Tuesday’s chapel: “God of everlasting love, we confess that we have been unfaithful to our covenant with you and with one another. We have worshiped other gods: money, power, greed and convenience. We have served our own self-interest instead of serving only you and your people. We have not loved our neighbor as you have commanded, nor have we rightly loved ourselves. Forgive us, gracious God, and bring us back into the fullness of our covenant with you and one another. Through Christ, our Lord. Amen.”

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Job opportunities:

Campus Events has an immediate opening for the full-time position of Campus Events Worker I – High Center. For additional information and to apply, please see https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/3064. Job-related questions may be directed to Scott Zeigler, Campus Events Manager, at szeigler@messiah.edu.

The Career Center has an immediate opening for the full-time position of Administrative Assistant. For additional information and to apply, please see https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/3059.  Job-related questions may be directed to Christina Hanson, Director of Career Development, at chanson@messiah.edu.

For rent:

Apartment —Two bedroom, 1,000 sq. ft., beautiful country estate apartment in Mechanicsburg. Newly renovated with new kitchen with new cabinets, counter top and appliances. Apartment has washer/dryer hooks ups. Off-street parking. No pets allowed. Water, sewer, basic cable and internet included in rent. Tenant is responsible for electric and trash. Credit and reference check is required. $849/month. For more information contact Susan Mayernick at smayernick@messiah.edu or see link.

Free:

Junk wood — We replaced our stairs and there are about twelve boards that are pine and painted on one side. Porch pick-up at 2709 High Street in Grantham. Contact Rhonda King at rking@messiah.edu.