Students advised to keep doors locked
by Bianca Nery in News
"A female student was awakened by an unknown male who then ran from the room," according to a flyer found posted around campus on Nov. 16.
Flyers can be found everywhere on the NDNU campus announcing club meetings, events and numerous activities that are going to take place but this recent flyer warned that a sexual assault, described as forcible fondling, had occurred on Nov. 13 in an undisclosed residence hall.
by Katie Garibaldi in News
Notre Dame celebrated its 10th year of participating in the Halloween in the Tenderloin program this Halloween.
Led by NDNU professor, Dr. Don Stannard-Friel, Halloween in the Tenderloin is part of a series of projects specifically focusing on the Tenderloin district in San Francisco.
by Christina Faust in News
In response to the hate crime that took place on campus in early October, a hate crime workshop titled, "Speak Up!" was arranged for the entire NDNU community.
The workshop was also prompted by letters written by both the Black Student Union and Latinos Unidos about their concerns about the status of students who diversify the campus and the lack of tolerance for diversity at NDNU.
Self defense class taught defensive moves
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Last week female students gathered to take turns hitting and kicking Public Safety Officers in SJ 1st. The students came to learn from Dante Butcher and Craig Marivilla on proper defense techniques to fend off a would-be attacker. Most said that they left with a better understanding of what it takes to protect themselves.
Tuition remission, 1 percent salary hike included
by Jennifer Christgau-Aquino in News
The year and a half wage dispute between the Office and Professional Employees Union, Local 3, and the university came to an end during their last negotiating meeting Nov. 7.
The dispute has been primarily over a wage structure, pay increase and tuition remission, among other issues.
by Jennifer Christgau-Aquino in News
"Sometimes Art Can't Save You," by NDNU instructor Jill Ferguson celebrated her art, at a party to commemorate the release of her first novel. "'Sometimes Art Can't Save You' is the story of one girl's attempt to make sense of and to escape from the chaos that is her life through painting, and some more unhealthy means of coping," Ferguson said at the party at Amanecer Restaurant in San Carlos Nov.
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Forensic science, pharmaceutical companies and mission-oriented science were among the topics of Albert "Buzz" Scherr who spoke on"The Business of Genetics" Nov. 8 in Ralston Hall.
Scherr is a professor of law at Franklin Law Center in Concord, N.H., and is a nationally renowned expert on forensic DNA evidence.
Famed author visits NDNU
by Jennifer Christgau-Aquino in News
Some children are forced to move from familiar places throughout their lives, but for Francisco Jiménez, author of The Circuit and Breaking Through, moving from place to place was the way of life. On Nov. 9, Jiménez shared his history with NDNU at the Creative Writers series in Wiegand Gallery, hosted by Dr.
by Rochelle Lozano in News
November's San Francisco Urban Immersion turned out to be an exclusive affair as only two students, freshman Jamie Zunini, and senior Madhur Deui, and a group senior leader, Miquette Subia-Belton, showed up for this intercultural program Nov. 5 and 6.
Subia-Belton, the group leader, is the coordinator of the community involvement and supports the FYE faculty to implement community based learning.
by Tiffany Lovell in News
A new club on campus is called the NDNU Students for Life. Started by Suzanne Sangervasi, the student-president, the club's purpose is to educate and inform people to take a stand against abortion. The club, which has eight to 15 members, meets to discuss information about current laws regarding abortion, doctors and rallies.
by Katie Garibaldi in News
Are you wondering how to get a job or how to manage your career?
These are the questions Jonathan White focused on in his Nov. 15 talk on career management, part of NDNU's Distinguished Speaker Series.
White works at the firm Spencer Stuart and has a background in high technology and marketing.
Upcoming dates to remember
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December 2005 Undergraduates and Graduate Graduates: The names of undergraduate and graduate students, who anticipate receiving their degree December 2005, are posted outside of the Registrar's Office on the Registrar's bulletin board in St. Mary's and in Cuvilly.
by Jennifer Coleman in News
Last semester three students surveyed of their peers on the how satisfied they are with the entertainment, recreation, bars, and nightlife in the area surrounding NDNU.
the purpose of Genevieve Lindsey, Sara Shields and Kevin Vreeburg, students in Sujata Verma's class, was not only to evaluate the satisfaction of the students, but also to see where the city of Belmont and the surrounding areas (cities within a 20 mile radius) are lacking in student entertainment.
by Crystal Frank in News
Friends of Ralston Hall have issued a call for new members to help contribute to the ongoing conservation of the Ralston mansion.
The Friends of Ralston Hall is a newly developed program for preserving the mansion, which is the centerpiece of the university.
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Oct. 2 - Sexual Assault: No comment pending response from DA.
Oct. 5 - Missing lower mandible of a walrus, "Wally" was reported stolen five days after it was discovered missing.
Oct. 7 - A vending machine in SJ lobby broken into and vandalized sometime between 9:15pm and 9:25pm.
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The NDNU career center hosted a networking reception for psychology and sociology students looking for career opportunities. The reception, held on Nov. 2 in Ralston Hall, invited representatives from different corporations to come and talk about the different job openings that they had to offer.
by Sara Shields in News
"If you put off getting your front teeth replaced and have been missing or alternating payments or paying late, you might have a credit problem," said Chris Rogers as he spoke to the Biz Com Club on Nov. 10.
Credit card debt was Rogers' topic. According to the McGraw-Hill study on credit, eight out of 10 American households carry one or more credit cards and last year credit debt was up 14 percent.
by Rochelle Lozano in News
Picture an island with terror awaiting anyone at every corner. Violence-infested streets fill the air with screams and loud bangs as fights breakout and bomb smoke rises. Young people stab each other with pencils, and chaos is literally everywhere. This is exactly what the guest speaker from Catholic Relief Services (CRS), Officer Deng Giguiento, of the Philippines, spoke about as she conveyed the lifestyles and peace programs going on in her country and East Timor.
by Jennifer Coleman in News
With the holiday season fast approaching, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur and their associates are inviting all to participate the Advent Morning of Prayer. The service, which is one of many in a year-long series called, "To Live in Hope in Today's World," which is dedicated in memory of Sr.
Be sure to keep a few safety precautions in mind
by Mellisa Coleman in News
Long lines. Snobby salespersons. Packed parking lots. Remind you of something?
Christmas shopping is right around the oh-so crowded corner. Yes, it's true, only 37 more days till Christmas.
And if you are like the average college student, Christmas shopping is just another hassle to add to our already busylives.
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I want to thank you for your piece on the Knitting Circle in the Oct 27 issue of the Argonaut.
However, there is one correction that I would like to bring to your attention:
The Knitting Circle was begun by myself, as noted, and Kathryn Racine-Jones, as a collaborative effort of Health & Wellness Services, Center for Spirituality and Social Change, and EMPOWER (student peer educators).
