Vol. 4, No. 19, February 23, 2007
The CEL E-Newsletter is published each Friday to inform students of events and opportunities available through the Center for Experiential Learning and its four programs: Career Connections, Internships, Service and Civic Leadership, and Entrepreneurship. It is published online at http://www.stolaf.edu/services/cel/about_CEL.html and sent by email to the CEL_Yourself alias.


ATTENTION!! ESTENSON DEADLINE IS
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25!!

In this week's e-newsletter . . .

Career Opportunities
Federated Mutual Insurance Company, Fund for Public Interest Research

Internship Opportunities
Research of Diagnostic Systems, The Manresa Project

Summer Jobs
Hospitality in Glacier National Park

Workshops
Princeton Review LSAT Preparation,
Taxation Workshop

Events
Bethel Horizons Visit, Entrepreneurial Speaker...

Job Humor

Elevator Rules (Part 2)

Career Opportunities

The Emmerick Group, Inc.
Client Services Director Intern. Applications dur: Thursday, March 1. See
OleRecruiting for more Information.
Fund for Public Interest Research
Fund for Public Interest Research helps some of the top progressive groups in the country wage the campaigns that help preserve our environment, protect
human rights, clean up politics, and challenge corporate power. They are hiring smart, passionate students as *Citizen Outreach Directors* to run their regional
field offices across the country next year -- running campaigns for groups like
the Sierra Club, the Human Rights Campaign, Save the Children and the State
PIRGs. This is a full-time, post-graduate job opportunity.
Application deadline: Wednesday, February 28
Information session: Wednesday, February 28
6 p.m., BC 142
On-campus interviews will take place the next day, Thursday, March 1. Students
can apply on-line thru OleRecruiting!

Internship Opportunities

Research and Diagnostic Systems, Inc. (R&D Systems)
Research and Diagnostic Systems, Inc. is a specialty manufacturer of biological research reagents.  They have been included in Forbes magazine's list of "The 200 Best Small Companies in America" for 11 of the past 12 years.

Find out more about R&D Systems and the 10 PAID SUMMER INTERNSHIPS in
their Biotech Division at www.RnDSystems.com or stop in to the CEL to review
their brochure!

The Manresa Project
A Lilly Endowment-funded post-graduate internship opportunity for students
interested in work with the Christian church ministry either as lay or ordained.

Deadline has been extended to March 1, 2007. Click here for more information.

Summer Jobs

Lodge & Resort Hospitality (Glacier National Park, MT)
At. Mary Lodge and Resort
This summer job offers experience in various hotel, restaurant and hospitality venues, locate in beautiful Glacier National Park, Montana. For more information on applying, visit OleRecruiting.

Workshops

Public Service Job Workshop
Monday, February 26
4 - 5 p.m.
Holland Hall 317

Denver Publishing Institute Information Session
Tuesday, February 27
4 p.m.
BC 143

Internship Reflection Session
Tuesday, February 27
4 p.m.
Modular Village, CEL Seminar Rm.
Pre-Registration is required. Please visit the CEL to sign up.

Personal Strengths and Careers Workshop
Wednesday, February 28
4 p.m.
Modular Village, CEL Seminar Rm.

Post-Study Abroad Vocational Retreat
Must register in the CEL; space is limited.
Wednesday, February 28
5 - 9 p.m.
Location TBA

Fund for Public Research Information Session
Wednesday, February 28
6:30 p.m.
BC 142

Identifying Vocational Interests (Part 1)
Thursday, March 1
11:30 a.m.
BC 143

Princeton Review LSAT Preparation
Want to know how you'd score? Join us to take a free full-length practice test! This is the best first step to determining your preparation strategy. We'll give you a detailed score report reviewing your strengths and weaknesses at the follow-up strategy session. You'll experience the most thorough, demanding LSAT prep course around. An instructor will teach effective testing strategies, and lead you through some LSAT sample problems. Tip the scales in your favor by coming to Buntrock Commonc to learns about the LSAT test, law school admissions, and valuable test-taking tips from the experts at The Princeton Review www.princetonreview.com
Free Practice Test
Saturday, March 3
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Holland Hall 317
St. Olaf College Strategy Session
Tuesday, March 6
7 - 8:30 p.m.
BC 144

Events

Bethel Horizons Visit
Wednesday, February 28
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
BC Stav Hall

Entrepreneur Speaker Amy Scherber '82
Wednesday, February 28
6 p.m.
BC, Black Ballroon

Idealist.orgareer Fair
Interested in career, volunteer, or internship opportunities in the nonprofit sector? Find a meaningful career at the Idealist.org Career Fair. Meet organizations hiring all career levels including internships and volunteer opportunities.  Don’t miss out on the FREE workshops and panel discussions on careers in the nonprofit sector.  Don’t forget to bring lots of resumes!
Thursday, March 1
12 - 4 p.m.
Coffman Memorial Union, University of Minnesota
Registration: Go to: www.idealist.org, find the Nonprofit Career Fair section in the lower right, and click on Minneapolis, March 1. Registration is FREE.

Pathways to Careers in the Arts
Are you interested in career opportunities in the Arts? Attend the Pathways to Careers in the Arts Event and hear from MN private colleges alumni about their careers in the arts!
Thursday, March 8
3:30 - 7 p.m
University of Minnesota Continuing Education & Conference Center: 1890 Buford Avenue St. Paul, MN
Register in the CEL by March 1. The cost is $5.00.

Meet the Pros
Thursday, March 8th
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
University of Minnesota

Meet the Pros, an event where your students get to interact with "pros" in the communication business, is back and scheduled for March 8 at the U of M campus in Minneapolis. Check out the speakers that will be at the event!

Go to www.iabcmn.com for more information and to register for Meet the Pros

Job Humor

Hey, students. It's great to see you back here at Job Humor. I hope you've been practicing the Rules of Calling and Waiting for the Elevator over the past week because I'm about to throw a few stones in your path by giving the proper rules for Boarding the Elevator. Pease don't take these as a joke. Job Humor can be Job Helpful. Read on to see why..

This week's topic: Boarding the Elevator

Allow Them to Exit

While waiting to board, stand AWAY form the door opening. DO NOT board the car unless you are sure no one is getting off on your floor. If there is someone exiting, allow them to clear the door before attempting to board.

Check the Direction

To save yourself from embarrassment, always check the direction of the car before boarding. If you cannot see an indicator lamp, politely ask the riders of the car which direction the car is traveling. DO NOT stop the doors from closing to do this.

Crowded Elevator

To determine whether you should board the car, determine if there is enough room for you and your buffer space. As a rule of thumb, there should be room for two people for every one that is attempting to board.
During high traffic times, you may find it necessary to board a car that is crowded. If there is not a verbal invitation to board, the passengers may welcome you by making room for you, consider that an invitation to board. If you are with someone else, do not assume that the invitation stands for all of you. It may be necessary to split up and agree to meet at your destination floor.

Who’s on First?

In general those standing nearest the door should be allowed to board first. Gentlemen should allow ladies to board first to the extent that this is practical.

Holding the Door

Holding the door for someone that is running toward the car is only appropriate when the car is empty or there is consensus among the passengers that it is ok to wait.

Closing the Door

Closing the door using the door close button should be done only when it is clear that no one is trying to board the elevator or when there are other cars available to go in the same direction. It is improper to close the door on someone that is moving toward the elevator.
It is also acceptable to close the door when you are in a full elevator that stops at a floor for a passenger who indicates they would like to wait for the next car. Give them a chance to make their decision to board or not to board before closing the door.

Blocking the Door

It is inappropriate to block an elevator door from the outside for any reason. Do not abuse the safety devices built in to the elevator door. Refrain from sticking feet, hands, umbrellas, briefcases or other items in front of a closing elevator door.

Where to Stand

You should stand as close to a wall as possible. Consider your destination floor and stand near the back if you are going to a high floor. If you know you are getting off shortly, stand toward the front. If you choose to stand near the buttons, understand that you may have increased responsibility.

Always allow as much space as possible between you and the passengers. Always stand facing the door.

Check the CEL Calendar for a complete
listing of events

Congratulations
to the winners of the
Another World IS Possible
Essay Contest!
First Prize- Mary Sotos
Second Prize- Jenny Kramm
Third Prize- Carl Samuelson

Student Spotlight:

LaCresha Payne

LaCresha Payne is currently a senior finishing her major in Social Work and American Racial Multicultural Studies.

Through hard work in social service organizations that relate to her field of study, LaCresha has been able to create an impressive resume and earned a stipended position with the League of Women Voters.

The hard work noted on LaCresha’s resume began with her employment as an Office Assistant for the Multicultural Affairs and Community Outreach of Northfield the summer before her first year at St. Olaf.  Along with another job at Upward Bound, LaCresha was able to put her major to work by creating student awareness of multicultural and social work events in and around Northfield.

Through participation and leadership in organizations such as St. Olaf’s Cultural Union for Black Expression, Taking Care of Business, and the Student Organization Committee, LaCresha gained not only more experience in her field, but also awards and honors including the Excellence in Leadership Award of Multicultural Affairs and Community Outreach.

LaCresha found the liaison position with the League of Women Voters on OleRecruiting, and with the help of CEL peer advisors she was able to solidify her resume to account for her impressive work throughout the years.  

The CEL congratulates LaCresha Payne on her success and wishes her well in her endeavors in connecting the campus with the local League of Women Voters.

 

Center for Experiential Learning, Live Your Learning www.stolaf.edu/services/cel