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2009-2010 Portfolio
University of Southern Indiana
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Table of Contents Summary of Activities…………………………………………………………………………………………3 Letter of Recommendation from Department Chair……………………………………………………….4 Letter from Executives………………………………………………………………………………………..6 Flyers for Events………………………………………………………………………………………………8
Iraq Troop Company Sponsorship Request and Inventory………………………………………9
Graduate School Information Session……………………………………………………….……11 Careers in Communications Event…………………………………………………………….…..12 Spudz ‘N Stuff Fundraiser………………………………………………………………………….13 Photos from Events……………………………………………………………………………………….…14 USI Foundation Phone-A-Thon……………………………………………………………………15 Iraq Troop Company Donations…………………………………………………………………...16
National Communication Association Conference in Chicago…………………………………16 Social Event at Walther’s……………………………………………………………………………17
Bowling with the Profs……………………………………………………………………………….18 Careers in Communications………………………………………………………………………...18
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Summary of Activities 2009-2010
Administrative - Created student organization, named it Communication Studies Connection - Registered with NCASC and USI - Drafted and passed constitution and by-laws - Created leadership structure and nominated leaders (president, vice-president,
secretary, treasurer/fundraising chair, professional development chair, service chair, social chair)
- Recruited 28 members - Developed website: http://www.usi.edu/libarts/comm/commclub/ - Launched Facebook site:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=166918699815&ref=ts
Professional Development - Brought in two speakers to discuss what graduate school is like (10/09, attendance 15) - Sent 5 members to the NCA conference in Chicago (11/09, attendance 5) - Received $1600 award from USI Student Government for students to attend conference
(11/09, attendance 5) - Created "Careers in Communication" event and brought in Directors of Communication
from Vectren, Old National Bank, and Mead Johnson (04/10, attendance 25).
Service - Volunteered at USI Foundation phone-a-thon to raise $350 for new communication
scholarship (10/09, attendance 18) - Donated 78 supplies to a troop company serving in Iraq (11/09, attendance 12)
Fundraising - Raised $160 through partnership with local business (Spuds N' Stuff) for organization
(04/10, attendance 25 members, 125 non-members and business partners)
Social - Developed partnership with local business (Walther's Golf N' Fun) to host end of
semester gathering (12/09, 05/10, attendance 15 at each) - Attended USI basketball game (02/10, attendance 4) - Created "Bowling with the Profs" event (03/10, attendance 14)
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12 October 2010
To the NCASC Advisory Board,
The 2009-2010 school year saw a huge growth for the Communication Studies Connection at the
University of Southern Indiana. In the years prior, there were only three members. It had a poor organizational
structure, sparse events with little or no impact, and an unnoticeable presence on campus. With the 2009-2010
school year as a turning point, our organization flourished to twenty-eight members with a full executive team.
The four committees (Professional Development, Fundraising, Social, and Service) planned events to reflect the
mission of the organization. All students are now aware of the organization and its events.
In our goal of promoting the study of communication, the Professional Development Committee secured
funds and organized a trip for five student delegates to attend the National Communication Association Annual
Conference in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates attended sessions addressing current communication research, on
topics relevant to their interests. They also had the opportunity to attend their professors’ research presentations.
Those interested in graduate school were able to attend the graduate school fair to learn about universities
across the nation as well as network with other faculty and students. The importance of graduate school was
also highlighted in the committee’s Graduate School Information Session. During a one hour session, two USI
professors shared stories, experiences, and advice about graduate school. Students were encouraged to ask
questions about the process of preparing for, applying to, and attending graduate school. Since graduate school
isn’t for everyone, the committee also planned and event called Careers in Communications. At this panel
discussion, three professionals from local businesses shared thoughts and advice on everything from the
interviewing process to maintain a successful career in the field of communication. Also present was the Career
Coordinator at USI, who emphasized the value of internships. From this important networking event, several
internship opportunities arose for club members and enduring relationships with the local business community
were established.
Partnering with the local business community was also of importance to the Fundraising Committee. As
a team, they generated many creative ideas which provided a strong foundation for the success of this
committee in subsequent years. They were also able to establish a relationship with a local restaurant that is
popular among USI students. From this relationship came a successful event through which the club earned
$160. Not only did the event earn money for our organization and recognition in the community, but it also
encouraged professors and students to dine together in support of their club.
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Furthering the spirit of unity among students and faculty, the Social Committee hosted “Bowling with
the Profs.” On a Friday evening, students and professors gathered for an evening of socializing and friendly
competition. In an effort to establish tradition, the committee began a biannual event held at the end of every
semester. The Thursday before the week of finals, professors, members, and guests gathered at a local venue for
a chance to relax before the stress of finals. Everyone competed in games of laser tag and miniature golf and the
event wound down with pizza and conversation. In the committee’s effort to support USI’s undefeated
basketball team, a group of students attended. Not only were members supporting the basketball team, but also
making their presence known on campus.
The Service Committee guided members in helping support future members. The USI Foundation
Phone-a-Thon was a week-long event, during which members reached out to USI Communication graduates for
support in establishing a Communication Studies scholarship. All funds generated went to the support the newly
established scholarship for the USI Department of Communications. The committee also provided an
opportunity for members to show support to a troop company stationed in Iraq. Over a period of several weeks,
members collected personal comfort items to be sent to the troops. The care package included over seventy-five
items ranging from Ethernet cables to toothpaste. The package was greatly appreciated and the club later
received news that all members of the troop company have now returned safely to the States.
In reflection upon the past year, the Communication Studies Connection is proud of the significant
transition made from little organization to strong leadership and from struggling existence to strong presence.
Put simply, this year has been a real Cinderella story for our club. Our four committees have created events that
have benefited students both educationally and socially, both on campus and in the community. In the coming
year, we are looking forward to building upon last year’s accomplishments. With strong leaders in place, we are
developing followership and empowering members through committee participation. By establishing tradition
with previous events, in addition to creating new ones, we look forward to the 2010-2011 school year bringing
even more success.
The Executive Committee of the Communication Studies Connection
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Flyers
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CAN YOU HELP?
Donations needed: 1 Twin size bed sheet (fitted and
flat), 2 pillow cases, 1 25ft Ethernet cable, compressed
air (for keyboards), computer screen wipes, and
LETTERS OF SUPPORT! Please drop off any donated
items to LA 3097 by Monday, November 2.
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CSC Service Event: Iraq Donations Inventory
1. 1 Twin size mattress pad
2. 1 25ft. Ethernet cable
3. 1 box Electronic cleaning wipes
4. 4 bags pretzels
5. 1 Toothbrush
6. 3 tubes toothpaste
7. 2 boxes facial wipes
8. 14 packages dental floss
9. 10 bottles of lotion
10. 1 bottle of mouth wash
11. 1 shower cap
12. 2 bottles of suntan lotion
13. 1 bottle shaving cream
14. 2 tubes eye cream
15. 1 bottle hand gel
16. 11 bars/bottles body soap
17. 3 bottles of shampoo
18. 2 bottles of conditioner
19. 1 canister compressed air
20. 3 twin fitted sheets
21. 3 twin flat sheets
22. 4 pillowcases
23. 2 canisters air spray
24. 1 telephone cord
25. 2 wash rags
26. 1 throw
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03/24/2010
LA 2005
6:00pm
COMMUNICATION STUDIES CONNECTION
You are invited to a graduate school
information session. Bring all your questions,
and learn all the important information you
need to know in preparation for Graduate
School!!
Presentations By:
Dr . Henning and Dr. Young.
Join our discussion
board on Blackboard
for more information
and contacts.
Or email
Or
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CAREERS IN COMMUNICATIONS
Come learn about the qualities, skills, education, and experience employers are looking
for in potential candidates. Panelists include Corporate Communications Directors from
Mead Johnson, Old National and Vectren Corporation. GREAT WAY TO NETWORK
DATE: Wednesday April 21st
TIME: 6:00PM – 7:15PM
LOCATION: RICE 0017
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Spudz-N-Stuff Fundraiser When: Tuesday, April 20th 2010
Where: Spudz-N-Stuff
$1 of each individual purchase
made throughout the day will
be returned to the
Communication Studies
Connection! A pass is not
required.
Email [email protected]
for more questions!
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Photographs
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Learning telephone skills to solicit donations for scholarships
We volunteered evenings for a week to make hundreds of calls
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A sample of items shipped overseas for the troops.
At NCA in Chicago (professors on each side, students attended in middle)
They applied and earned a grant from the Student Government Association
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Mini-golf at Walther’s
Others attending mini-golf at Walther’s
(Professors on each side)
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Bowling with the Profs event
Careers in Communications
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Three Directors of Communications from Evansville served on the panel
Students learned about how to be marketable in today’s economy, and
Networked with the panelists.