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A Weekly Look at the Cottey College CampusChronicle volume XXX, number 15, December 4, 2015

Holiday Happenings!Hanging of the GreensFriday, December 4, at 7:30 p.m.Chapel

Come celebrate one of Cottey’s oldest and most special traditions. Following a candlelight chapel service, participants will go caroling and adorn the campus with evergreen wreaths.

Hanging of the Greens Semiformal DanceSaturday, December 5, at 9 p.m. - 12 a.m.Hinkhouse Gym

Celebrate the holiday season with the final event of the Hanging of the Greens tradition. Sponsored by Inter-Society, this semiformal dance will feature a theme to complement the week of activities.

Instrumental Music ConcertSunday, December 6, at 3:00 p.m.Center for the Arts, Auditorium

The Cottey Jazz Ensemble and Wind Ensemble will perform under the direction of Bill Martin. With a theme of Mozart at the Movies, audience members will enjoy pieces such as “Johnny Be Good”, “Pachelbel’s Canon”, “California Dreamin’”, “Eine Kleine Nachtmusik”, and “Tequila.”

Informal Dance ConcertTuesday, December 8, at 8:00 p.m.Center for the Arts, Auditorium

Join us for a performance featuring students in all the Cottey dance classes and student choreography projects. Admission is free.

coming up

monday, December 7 @ 6 p.m.vs. Ottawa University JVHinkhouse Gym

Saturday, December 12 @ 1 p.m.vs. Fort Scott Community CollegeHinkhouse Gym

ReSulTS

november 20 vs. Fort Scott c.c.

Win!: 80-78

november 21 vs. neosho county c.c.loSS: 80-88

December 1 vs. north Arkansas collegeloSS: 52-72

Let's Go, Comets!

From the Business OfficeINVOICESInvoices or other items requiring a check to be issued before winter break must be received in the Business Office by monday, December 14. Please be sure that all submitted paperwork is complete.

DECEMBER PAYROLLThe December payrolls for hourly wage employees will be issued on Tuesday, December 15, and Wednesday, December 23. The December monthly payroll for faculty and administrative staff will be issued on Wednesday, December 23. Enjoy your holidays!

“choose cottey Again,” an opportunity for Cottey students to mix and mingle with faculty representing all of Cottey’s majors and minors in the hopes of finding an academic match takes place in Raney Dining Room on Wednesday, December 9, 5:30-6:30 p.m. The major and minor information fair, during which time students will be encouraged to speak informally with faculty members about not only the eight BA/BS programs Cottey now offers, including: Business, English, Environmental Studies, Health Sciences, International Business, International Relations, Liberal Arts and Psychology; but also the nine minors we offer, including: Art, Chemistry, Dance, English, Fitness Education, Music, Psychology, Theatre and Women’s Studies. $20 gift certificates to the bookstore will be raffled off as part of the event. Walk-ins are most certainly welcome, but just to get a general idea of attendance, students are encouraged to RSVP by sending an email to enrollmgt@cottey.edu with CCA in the

subject line or just click here.

Choose Cottey Again!

Dr. peter Hyland, assistant professor of physics and astronomy, Dr. melody Denny, assistant professor of English, and Dr. carol clyde, assistant professor of leadership and director of the Serenbetz Institute, attended the midwest google Summit (#MWGS) November 16-17 in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. MWGS was a two-day, hands-on conference focusing on integrating Google for Education in K-12 and Higher Ed learning environments. More than 70 feature sessions were presented by Google for Education Certified Innovators and Certified Trainers, and local Googley talent. In addition to outstanding resources on how to better utilize Google's extensive technology resources for education, a number of sessions highlighted other technology resources to support both educators and individuals working to enhance productivity and effectiveness. We hope you'll check out some of the great resources available at http://bit.ly/1MXAUtG!

Faculty News

girls leadership Retreat

Twenty-six high school sophomore, junior, and senior girls from the Women’s Foundation Girls Leadership Program attended the Exploring Leadership Retreat on campus November 20-21. The students attended a session with Dr. Clyde who led a leadership discussion that set the framework for the day. Professor Jo Byrnes led an interactive and unique session about communicating and sharing

a vision. Professor Theresa Spencer and Denise Carrick Hedges facilitated an activity using Kouzes and Posner’s popular Five Practices of Exemplary Leaders. Dr. Clyde’s students in her Foundations of Leadership class led the group team-building activities as their service learning project in their class. Golden Keys hosted the students overnight and helped to make the students feel welcome on campus.

From the CWL

2014-2015 Annual Report

Each year, the Center for Women’s Leadership (CWL) produces a report that issent to selected supporters and friends of the CWL. This year’s report wasrecently mailed out and is now available on our website! Check it out:

cWl Annual Report 2014-2015 (clicK HeRe)

Fall Workshop luncheon Series

The Fall Workshop Luncheon Series, co-sponsored by the Kolderie Center and the Center for Women’s Leadership, wrapped up on Thursday, november 19 with the final workshop: Time to Shine! panel interviews. This simulation activity had students complete a résumé, cover letter and mock interview with a panel for a job advertisement of their choice. The purpose of this simulation activity is to prepare students for the job search process helping them to feel confident and capable when faced with a real interview situation.

The Fall Workshop Luncheon Series is offered annually each fall. A similar one-day short course will be offered on Sunday, January 31, 2016. More information will be available in January.

From the CWL (cont.)

Campus HappeningsA familiar face was back on campus before Thanksgiving break! Katherine Kerbs (Cottey ’12, William Jewell College ’14, and University of Missouri School of Law ’17 [expected]) presented a talk titled “Transgressions: The Rights of Transgender parents in Divorce cases” to Dr. Stubblefield’s WST 105: Introduction to Women’s Studies class and to Dr. Tietz’s PSY/WST 331: Psychology of Women and Gender class. She shared a powerful video in which a mother tells of her experience raising a transgender child. Then, Katherine explained key terms, outlined general custody issues, noted the specific issues related to transgender parents, presented a brief summary of relevant court cases, and considered future directions for the legal system. Her discussion was engaging and thought-provoking. Great job, Katherine! You continue to make Cottey proud!

The Serenbetz institute is very excited to announce that applications are available for Cottey’s Certificate in Organizational Leadership. Any student who has completed the prerequisite course (WLS/WST 102: Foundations in Leadership), is eligible to pursue this opportunity. If you are interested, please note that one of the required courses (WLS 490: Leadership Theory and Practice) is only taught each spring, and is currently scheduled for MWF 2:00-2:50.

We are encouraging interested students to complete the application by Thursday, December 17 in order to begin the auxiliary requirements in Spring 2016.

The certificate in organizational leadership (col) is designed to provide an opportunity for students to study the relevant theoretical and academic aspects of leadership while developing individual leadership capacity. The program combines academic coursework with experiential and co-curricular aspects that result in a tangible qualification reflected on the official transcript.

There is no area of study that is immune to the benefit of learning about, practicing and further developing leadership. In an effort to create a structure that will support the development of baccalaureate Leadership courses, it is imperative that an academic program be developed that creates this alignment. This program is intended to compliment the efforts of the LEO (Leadership, Experiences, Opportunity) program designed for associate degree students by providing a tangible outcome that mirrors the balance of academic, experiential and practical learning and development.

In order to complete the Certificate in Organizational Leadership, students must complete the following:

1. Completion of prerequisite class (WLS/WST 102: Foundations in Leadership)2. Two required courses: WLS 490: Leadership Theory and Practice (spring) PHI 205: Ethics OR PHI 210: Human Nature and Society 3. One Elective Course (choose from): WLS 315: Leadership for Social Change WLS 320: The Leader Within WLS 340: Team Leadership & Group Dynamics4. Ancillary Requirements:

1. Involvement in one (1) Leadership Immersion (travel program) and submission of a creative piece that reflects learning from the experience.2. Submission of two (2) independent reflection projects focused on personal leadership experiences that address growth/learning in relation to women’s leadership, social responsibility and global awareness.3. Development and implementation of a Leadership Development Plan (LDP) and LDP-Review form that will be used each semester the student is in the program.

Please consider applying for this exciting program. The certificate would be an outstanding addition to any area of study. You can find out more and apply at: http://www.cottey.edu/institute/certificate/

Apply Now: Certificate in Organizational Leadership!

Wellness ProgramArt After Dark!

Art After Dark will be offered for Cottey employees on Friday, December 11, 7:00 p.m., at Bil lodge. All employees can now enroll to participate. Employees can paint their own masterpiece or you may bring your spouse or significant other if they are willing to share in one painting. Art After Dark is Cottey’s version of Paint Nite. Employees will create their own art masterpiece with the guidance of our artistic leader, Margaret Haverstic. Art After Dark is meant to be a stress relieving activity, where you can socialize with other Cottey employees and have fun. Any employee who would like to participate in Art After Dark should email Karen Polon (kpolon@cottey.edu) their interest in attending by Friday, December 4.

Holiday Workout Advice

Exercise is the best de-stressor at any time of year and this certainly holds true during the holidays. But don’t get yourself worked up if you can’t keep up with your regular fitness regime. Instead set some minimums. If you normally workout 4-5 days a week, shoot for 2-3. If you normally workout for an hour, squeeze in 20-30 minutes and increase your intensity or pace to compensate.

Coming Soon: Holiday PotluckThursday, December 17

11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.Raney Dining Room

Mark your calendars now for a good old-fashioned Midwest potluck for faculty and staff! A ham and turkey, along with bread, drinks, and condiments will be provided.

We ask that you bring one salad, veggie, dessert, or other item to share.

Please come dressed for the holidays - jeans are appropriate, as are ugly, as well as stylish, holiday sweaters! There will also be a series of drawings for holiday gifts,

including a 32" flat-panel TV!

For more details, see Dr. Weitzel's email, sent on Wednesday, november 4.We hope to see you there!

December 10 ● THURSDAY

December 9 ● WEDNESDAY

December 11 ● FRIDAY

December 5 ● SATURDAY

December 7 ● MONDAY

December 6 ● SUNDAY

December 8 ● TUESDAY

December 7-11, 2015Soups: Tomato Soup (V); Chicken Noodle Soup

Entrees: *Kung Pao Chicken; Grilled Cheese Sandwiches (V); Vegetable Spring Rolls (VV); *Beef Tostadas; Vegan Burgers (VV); *Steamed Rice; Seasoned Curly Q’s

Dessert: Chocolate Chunk Cookies

* Gluten-free item (GFA) = Gluten-free available

(V) = Vegetarian, (VV) = Vegan(P) = Contains pork

Soups: *Beef Stew; *Garden Vegetable Soup (VV)

Entrees: Chicken Tikka; Greek Gyro Sandwiches; *Double Veg. Quesadillas (V, GFA); Baked Cheesy Chicken Pie; *Steamed Rice; *Steak Fries

Dessert: *Chocolate Chip Cookies

Soups: Mac’n Cheese Soup (V); Tomato Tortellini Soup (V)

Entrees: *Beef Fajitas; Broiled Herb Crusted Cod; Bruschetta Cheese Toasts (V); Hummus & Cheese Pockets (V & VV); Steamed Rice; *Oven Baked Fries

Dessert: Chocolate Malt Bars

Soups: Buffalo Chicken Soup; *Black Bean & Rice Soup (VV)

Entrees: Asian Chicken Wraps; *Crab Quesadillas; Crunchy Chicken Tenders; Vegetable & Cheese Tarts (V); Garden Grill Burgers (VV); Seasoned Potato Wedges

Dessert: English Toffee Cookies

Soups: *Broccoli Cheese (V); *Taco Soup

Entrees: Steak Sandwiches; *Thai Chicken Satay w/ Peanut Sauce; Cod Bites w/ Hushpuppies; Veg-Cheese Stuffed Croissants (V); *Shoestring Fries; *Coleslaw

Dessert: Pumpkin Bars; Chocolate Krinkle Cookies

4 p.m. - Campus Recycling Pickup locations: Main, P.E.O., Reeves, Robertson, & RBAC

6 p.m. - Basketball vs. Ottawa University Hinkhouse Gym (JV)

3 p.m. - Instrumental Music ConcertCenter for the Arts, Auditorium

9 p.m. - 12 a.m. - Hanging of the Greens Semiformal DanceHinkhouse Gym

8 p.m. - Informal Dance ConcertCenter for the Arts, Auditorium

Last Day of Classes

5:30 p.m. - "Choose Cottey Again"Raney Dining Room