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Week of Reflection
April 26-April 30
What stands out about your SFA experience this year? The office of Student Affairs wants to help you reflect on your time at SFA with the 2010 Week of Reflection. Each day has a reflection theme. Students are encouraged to think about their development in that area using a reflection guide that provides guiding questions. Download the self-guided reflection sheet.
The daily themes are as follows:
Monday, April 26 – Wellness
Tuesday, April 27 – Leadership
Wednesday, April 28 – Service
Thursday, April 29 – Diversity
Friday, April 30 – Scholarship |
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Breakfast Taco Sale
April 26- May 1
8 to 9 a.m.
Student Center Plaza
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Zeta Tau Alpha Crown Classic Golf Tournament Sign Up
April 26-May 1
9:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Student Center Plaza
The ladies of the Theta Eta chapter of Zeta Tau Alpha are hosting the CROWN CLASSIC Golf Tournament on Sunday, May 2. All proceeds benefit breast cancer education and awareness. |
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Stop-and-Go Wellness Game Show
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Spirit Lounge
Baker Pattillo Student Center
Stop by the table in the Spirit Lounge of the Baker Pattillo Student Center and win prizes for answering questions about wellness. |
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Wind Symphony
7:30 p.m.
W.M. Turner Auditorium
Joining the band to present Aaron Copland’s “Old American Songs” and Eric Whitacre’s “Equus” will be SFA’s Choral Union and Women’s Choir. Members of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia will join the band in presenting “The Sinfonians” by Clifton Williams. Tickets: $5 adult, $4 senior, $2.50 faculty & staff, $2 student. |
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tuesday
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Leaving Your Leadership Mark, Make Your Own Wax Axe
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Spirit Lounge
Baker Pattillo Student Center
Leave your mark on SFA by journaling on the reflection wall and making your own “Wax Axe” in the Spirit Lounge of the Baker Pattillo Student Center. This event will feature video blogging and free prizes. |
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MCA NAACP
Noon to 2 p.m.
Student Center Plaza |
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"Where the Birds Never Sing" Lecture by Jack Sacco
7 p.m.
Twilight Ballroom
Baker Pattillo Student Center
The SFA History Department will present this year's Maxwell Lecturer, Jack Sacco, author of the Pulitzer-nominated book "Where the Birds Never Sing: The True Story of the 92nd Signal Battalion and the Liberation of Dachau." The book chronicles the true story of Joe Sacco, the author’s father, from his first days in boot camp through the invasion of Normandy and the liberation of an infamous Nazi concentration camp. The event is free to the public. |
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Symphonic/University Band Concert
7:30 p.m.
W.M. Turner Auditorium
The program includes a wide range of musical works for bands, including marches, tributes to America and contemporary pieces.Tickets: $5 adult, $4 senior, $2.50 faculty & staff, $2 student.
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A Festival of New American Plays
7:30 p.m.
Downstage Theatre
Griffith Fine Arts Building
Staged reading of Jack Heifner’s Jump for Joy as part of the SFA School of Theatre’s 2010 Festival of New American Plays. For mature audiences. Tickets: $12 adult, $6 faculty and staff, seniors and students. |
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wednesday
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Women's Awareness Month - Cervical Cancer
Mu Sigma Upsilon Sorority
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Student Center Plaza
The Ladies of Mu Sigma Upsilon Sorority Inc. will be raising awareness about Cervical Cancer, their national philanthropy mission for 2010. |
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Bake Sale
Psychology Club
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fountain Area
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Community Service Impact – Photo Display
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Spirit Lounge
Baker Pattillo Student Center
Reflect on the impact of your community service experiences this year. Visit the photo wall in the Spirit Lounge of the Baker Pattillo Student Center. This event will feature video blogging and free prizes. |
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Wellness Fair
Noon to 5 p.m.
Campus Recreation Center |
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Leadership Awards Banquet Reception
Omicron Delta Kappa and Student Affairs
April 28-May 1
7 p.m.
Student Center Plaza |
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A Festival of New American Plays
7:30 p.m.
Downstage Theatre
Griffith Fine Arts Building
Staged reading of Barbara Lebow’s The Adventures of Homer McGundy, Revised as part of the SFA School of Theatre’s 2010 Festival of New American Plays. For mature audiences. Tickets: $12 adult, $6 faculty and staff, seniors and students. |
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thursday
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Floral Design Exhibit
10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Agriculture Building, Room 118
Featuring Movie, Music and Southern Themed Designs. Floral designs created by Department of Agriculture floriculture students will be on display and available via silent auction. |
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Evangelism on Campus Alpha Lambda Omega Christian Sorority, Inc.
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
East College Area |
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Ban the “R” word Rehabilitation Club
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Student Center Plaza |
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Immigration Rally Organization of Latin Americans
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Student Center Plaza |
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Worldview Expo
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Spirit Lounge
Baker Pattillo Student Center
How does your culture influence the way you see the world? Find out with an interactive exercise. Stop by our display in the Spirit Lounge of the Baker Pattillo Student Center. This event will feature video blogging and free prizes and is sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs, Student Life, NAACP at SFA, Lumberjack Cultural Association and the Organization of Latin Americans. |
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Commissioning Ceremony Alpha Lambda Omega Christian Sorority Inc
6 to 10 p.m.
Student Center Plaza |
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Archie McDonald Speaker Series Featuring George Foreman
7:30 p.m.
Grand Ballroom
Baker Pattillo Student Center
Admission is free for students: Tickets must be picked up in advance in the Student Involvement Center located in the BPSC.
Former heavyweight champion boxer and iconic businessman George Foreman will be the inaugural speaker in a new lecture series hosted by Stephen F. Austin State University's College of Liberal and Applied Arts. "A Conversation with George Foreman: Reflections on My America" is the first event in the new speaker series named for longtime SFA history professor Dr. Archie McDonald. |
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Conrad Herwig with the Swingin’ Axes & Aces
7:30 p.m.
W.M. Turner Auditorium
Patrons can expect an energetic evening of music as three-time Grammy-nominated jazz trombonist Conrad Herwig performs with Stephen F. Austin State University's Swingin' Axes. Referred to as "the best trombonist on the planet" by jazz great Eddie Palmieri, Herwig has recorded 18 albums as a leader and over 200 total albums since beginning his professional career in 1980. His latest album, "Latin Side of Wayne Shorter," received a 2009 Grammy nomination for Best Latin Jazz Album. Tickets: $18 adults, $12 seniors, $9 faculty and staff, $6 students. |
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A Festival of New American Plays
7:30 p.m.
Downstage Theatre
Griffith Fine Arts Building
Staged reading of James McLure’s Seduction as part of the SFA School of Theatre’s 2010 Festival of New American Plays. For mature audiences. Tickets: $12 adult, $6 faculty and staff, seniors and students. |
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friday
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2010 Spring Teacher Job Fair
9:30 a.m. to Noon
HPE Complex
Currently, 125 school districts are registered for this event in search of SFA students and graduates to fill teacher vacancies. For any questions, please contact Career Services by e-mail at careerservices@sfasu.edu or call (936) 468-3955. See list of attending school districts. |
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Day of Gratitude
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Student Center Plaza
Take a moment to pass along your thanks to those who have helped you develop and grow this year. Stop by our table on the plaza (weather permitting) and write a personal note to anyone in the SFA community. We will deliver your note along with a small gift to show our appreciation. This event is sponsored by the Dean of Student Affairs and the Teaching Excellence Center. |
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Reflection Lunch
Noon until 1 p.m.
Student Center Patio
Attend a free lunch featuring Dr. Michael Tkacik, J.D., Ph.D., Associate Professor of Political Science and Director of the SFA School of Honors, on the patio of the Baker Pattillo Student Center. |
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Probate Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Psi Delta Chapter
6 p.m. to Midnight
Student Center Plaza |
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SFA Dance Teams Tryouts
April 30-May 1
6 p.m.
William R. Johnson Coliseum
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A Festival of New American Plays
7:30 p.m.
Downstage Theatre
Griffith Fine Arts Building
Staged reading of Jack Heifner’s Jump for Joy as part of the SFA School of Theatre’s 2010 Festival of New American Plays. For mature audiences. Tickets: $12 adult, $6 faculty and staff, seniors and students. |
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weekend
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SFA Cheerleading Tryouts
May 2-3
10:30 a.m.
HPE Complex (Shelton Gym) |
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A Festival of New American Plays
Saturday, May 1
2 p.m.
Downstage Theatre
Griffith Fine Arts Building
Staged reading of Barbara Lebow’s The Adventures of Homer McGundy, Revised as part of the SFA School of Theatre’s 2010 Festival of New American Plays. For mature audiences. Tickets: $12 adult, $6 faculty and staff, seniors and students.
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A Festival of New American Plays
Saturday, May 1
7:30 p.m.
Downstage Theatre
Griffith Fine Arts Building
Staged reading of James McLure’s Seduction as part of the SFA School of Theatre’s 2010 Festival of New American Plays. For mature audiences. Tickets: $12 adult, $6 faculty and staff, seniors and students. |
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SFA Bands’ Concert in the Park
Sunday, May 2
2 p.m.
Free Speech Area
The concert will feature the SFA Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band and University Band. Hamburger plates will be available for $5 beginning at 1 p.m. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held in Room 121 of the Wright Music Building. Admission is free. |
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