The following events were flagged by the submitter as potentially appropriate for the FYE101 Community Engagement Contract (CEC). Students seeking events to fulfill their contracts should still confer with their First-Year Seminar Instructor about the suitability of any particular event for their specific sections. Additionally, events not appearing on this list may also be appropriate for CECs.
FYE-1: Intellectual and Cultural Events
November
17 |
Religion and Sex: Sexual Identity and Religious Faith7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.The Nexus Interfaith Dialogue, continues on November 16, 7:30 p.m. until 9 p.m., Boyd Dining Hall. Sponsored by the Center for the Study of Religious Freedom. Free and open to the public. No reservation required. For more information, contact Ann Shappell with Center for the Study of Religious Freedom at 757.455.3129 or e-mail csrf@vwc.edu. » More |
FYE-2: Skills and Information Workshops
November
10 |
Resume Writing Workshop11 a.m. - 12 p.m.Learn how to create a resume that will get an employer's attention and get you a job interview. The workshop will be held in the Foley Room, located in the Hofheimer Library. For more information, contact Leslie Hines with Career Services Center at 757.455.3337 or e-mail career_services@vwc.edu. » More |
How to Prepare for Final Exams4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Finals are just around the corner! Are you ready? Learn how you can best prepare yourself for success on your final exams. Open to all students but recommended for freshmen (and counts as a FYE-2 event for those enrolled in FYE). This event will be held on Tuesday, November 10, at 4:30 p.m., in Clarke Hall, Room 219. For more information, contact Linda Sykes with the Learning Center at 757.455.3122 or e-mail lhsykes@vwc.edu. |
|
12 |
How to Prepare for Final Exams11 a.m. - 12 p.m.Finals are just around the corner! Are you ready? Learn how you can best prepare for upcoming final exams. Open to all students, but highly recommended for freshmen (and counts as an FYE-2 event for those enrolled in FYE). This event will be held on Thursday, November 12, at 11 a.m., in Clarke Hall, Room 217. For more information, contact Linda Sykes with the Learning Center at 757.455.3122 or e-mail lhsykes@vwc.edu. |
Interviewing Skills Workshop11 a.m. - 12 p.m.Polish up your interviewing skills. Learn what to expect in a job interview, the importance of "soft skills," how to make the best first impression, and more. This workshop will be held in Clarke hall, Room 125, on November 12 starting at 11 a.m. For more information, contact Leslie Hines with Career Services Center at 757.455.3337 or e-mail career_services@vwc.edu. » More |
FYE-3: Campus Life Activities
November
11 |
Cooking for Kids6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.In partnership with the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia,volunteers in this program prepare hot meals in the campus kitchen, which are later distributed to children in after-school programs through Kids Cafe. Prep starts at 6:30 p.m. and concludes by 8:30 p.m. Sign up in the Office of Community Service. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. » More |
14 |
Foodbank Backpack Stuffing8 a.m. - 12 p.m.Foodbank Backpack Stuffing In partnership with the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia, volunteers in this program pack bags of nourishing food once a month to meet the needs of hungry children at a time when other resources are not available. Packing takes place Saturdays at the Foodbank from 9 a.m. to noon. Transportation is provided. Sponsored by Marlin MOMs. Sign up in the Office of Community Service. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. » More |
18 |
Cooking for Kids6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.In partnership with the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia,volunteers in this program prepare hot meals in the campus kitchen, which are later distributed to children in after-school programs through Kids Cafe. Prep starts at 6:30 p.m. and concludes by 8:30 p.m. Sign up in the Office of Community Service. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. » More |
December
5 |
Foodbank Backpack Stuffing8 a.m. - 12 p.m.In partnership with the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia, volunteers in this program pack bags of nourishing food once a month to meet the needs of hungry children at a time when other resources are not available. Packing takes place Saturdays at the Foodbank from 9 a.m. to noon. Transportation is provided. Sponsored by Marlin MOMs. Sign up in the Office of Community Service. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. » More |
February
10 |
Cooking for Kids6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.In partnership with the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia,volunteers in this program prepare hot meals in the campus kitchen, which are later distributed to children in after-school programs through Kids Cafe. Prep starts at 6:30 p.m. and concludes by 8:30 p.m. Sign up in the Office of Community Service. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. » More |
13 |
Foodbank Backpack Stuffing8 a.m. - 12 p.m.In partnership with the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia, volunteers in this program pack bags of nourishing food once a month to meet the needs of hungry children at a time when other resources are not available. Packing takes place Saturdays at the Foodbank from 9 a.m. to noon. Transportation is provided. Sponsored by Marlin MOMs. Sign up in the Office of Community Service. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. » More |
24 |
Cooking for Kids6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.In partnership with the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia,volunteers in this program prepare hot meals in the campus kitchen, which are later distributed to children in after-school programs through Kids Cafe. Prep starts at 6:30 p.m. and concludes by 8:30 p.m. Sign up in the Office of Community Service. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. » More |
March
6 |
Foodbank Backpack Stuffing8 a.m. - 12 p.m.In partnership with the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia, volunteers in this program pack bags of nourishing food once a month to meet the needs of hungry children at a time when other resources are not available. Packing takes place Saturdays at the Foodbank from 9 a.m. to noon. Transportation is provided. Sponsored by Marlin MOMs. Sign up in the Office of Community Service. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. » More |
10 |
Cooking for Kids6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.In partnership with the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia,volunteers in this program prepare hot meals in the campus kitchen, which are later distributed to children in after-school programs through Kids Cafe. Prep starts at 6:30 p.m. and concludes by 8:30 p.m. Sign up in the Office of Community Service. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. » More |
24 |
Cooking for Kids6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.In partnership with the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia,volunteers in this program prepare hot meals in the campus kitchen, which are later distributed to children in after-school programs through Kids Cafe. Prep starts at 6:30 p.m. and concludes by 8:30 p.m. Sign up in the Office of Community Service. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. » More |
April
7 |
Cooking for Kids6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.In partnership with the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia,volunteers in this program prepare hot meals in the campus kitchen, which are later distributed to children in after-school programs through Kids Cafe. Prep starts at 6:30 p.m. and concludes by 8:30 p.m. Sign up in the Office of Community Service. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. » More |
17 |
Foodbank Backpack Stuffing8 a.m. - 12 p.m.In partnership with the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia, volunteers in this program pack bags of nourishing food once a month to meet the needs of hungry children at a time when other resources are not available. Packing takes place Saturdays at the Foodbank from 9 a.m. to noon. Transportation is provided. Sponsored by Marlin MOMs. Sign up in the Office of Community Service. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 455-3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. » More |
21 |
Cooking for Kids6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.In partnership with the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia,volunteers in this program prepare hot meals in the campus kitchen, which are later distributed to children in after-school programs through Kids Cafe. Prep starts at 6:30 p.m. and concludes by 8:30 p.m. Sign up in the Office of Community Service. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. » More |
May
1 |
Foodbank Backpack Stuffing8 a.m. - 12 p.m.In partnership with the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia, volunteers in this program pack bags of nourishing food once a month to meet the needs of hungry children at a time when other resources are not available. Packing takes place Saturdays at the Foodbank from 9 a.m. to noon. Transportation is provided. Sponsored by Marlin MOMs. Sign up in the Office of Community Service. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 455-3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. » More |