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CAMPUS FEATURES Jumiary 25, 2()06 1 Campus Leadership Opportunity: Being a Resident Assistant HEIDI LECOUNT gaining valuable leadership Director of Residence life skills. Ann Gleason, Dean of Students, said that being There are a variety of lead- an RA gave her “practical ership opportunities for stu- skills in community build- dents to serve in at Meredith, ing, conflict management. Being a Resident Assistant problem-solving, and time is a unique opportunity that management.” A former combines learning leader- Meredith RA, Bctty-Shan- ship skills while gaining non Prevatt, who now works work experience. Through at Meredith as a Disability the RA position, students Counselor, said “the lessons learn valuable leadership I learned as an RA were a skills such as time manage- great introduction to the ment, conflict mediation, working world after gradua- program planning and team tion. It was a wonderful way work. Although these lead- to begin practicing my lead ership skills are learned for ership skills as they would the position, they will last apply outside the classroom long after college. and in the real world.” When asked, former RAs Some of the leadership reflected on their days of skills learned can be used working with students while right out of college. Current This week the Meredith Department of Music presents a veritable smorgasbord of Mozart for your listening pleasure! On Friday, Jan. 27th we will celebrate Mozart’s birthday at 8 pm in Jones Chapel with performances by David Lynch, Dana Friedli, Lisa Randolph, Virginia Ewing Hudson, Rebecca Lyman and Tom Lohr. Then on Saturday, Jan. 28th at 8 pm in Carswell Concert Hall our music majors will also perform works of Mozart. To wrap it up, the Meredith Choral and String Orchestra will perform Mozart’s Requiem on Sunday, Jan. 29th at 3 pm in Jones Auditorium, with members of the UNC Men’s Glee Club and the UNC Symphony Orchestra. Come at 2;30 that day to hear Dr. James Fogle speak about the Requiem. All concerts are free and open to the public. Are you planning to attend the Spring Career Fair on March 22,2006 at the NCSU McKimmon Center?WouId you like to obtain an individual interview with one of the em ployers who will be there? If so, make sure to sub mit your resume to the Career Center by February 7, 2006 at 5pm for pre-selection. With the job market being so competitive, it is important to be on the ball in your job search and submitting your resume is a great start! 4 Rent to 4 Angels Heavenly haven half mile hence! Spacious (2400sf) featuring 4 great private suites with deluxe ceram ic and glass baths and walk in closets. Share fully equipped kitchen and laundry, living areas, fenced yard, off-street parking, central h/a. $410pp/mo. In cludes water. Explore by calling (336) 382-0733. Serena Ebhardt - In One Era and Out The Other: A Newsworthy Cabaret In One Era and Out The Other: A Newsworthy Cabaret, a musical time-travel through the twentieth century, will be presented Saturday, January 28,2006, 10:00 a.m. at Grace Community Church, 6561 Meridien Dr., Raleigh, NC, 27616. Tickets are $10. Reservations recommended. For more information contact Betty Lovett: 919-862-8521.. Siren Serena Ebhardt turns past into present as she leads audiences through decades of headline news and popular song. This casual cabaret places the feuniliar songs of yesteryear in context of historical events. Musical Director Julie Florin co-anchors the performance. From Bird in a Gilded Cage to Caged Bird, history repeals itself in headlines, half notes and harmonies. In One Era and Out the Other: A Newsworthy Cabaret is produced by EbzB Productions. “Serena Ebhardt's throaty vocals have stark beauty and authenticity. She spins little dramas when she sings. Crowds adore her.” - Raleigh News & Observer, North Carolina “Ebhardt has the ability to grab the audience from the first note and not release them until the final blackout.” -West Chester Daily News, Pennsylvania EbzB Productions was founded in 1998 by Serena Ebhardt and David zum Brunnen. EbzB Productions’ is a touring theatre with a mission to develop theatrical works that promote integrity, self-discovery and positive transformation of individuals, artists, audiences, and communities. EbzB artists are dedicated to the promotion of dramatic art as a valuable tool for all individuals. The professional teaching artists of EbzB Productions are trained by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to teach drama workshops for students and professional development. EbzB Productions is featured in the North Carolina Arts Council Touring Artist Roster. For more information please visit www.EbzB.org Barefoot Residence Director, Sharlene Provilus, was an RA last year at East Carolina University before coming to Meredith. She says, “One thing I’ve learned by being an RA is how important it is to be a good listener. Resi dents are constantly looking for advice and someone to give them positive feedback, but often times they really just need to know that there is someone to listen.” Shar lene also commented that she knows the communica tion skills she built as an RA have really helped her in ev eryday interactions. Even though being an RA is a paid position, there are other benefits such as the fiiends that can be made. Nikki Curliss, Assistant Di rector for Student Activities and Leadership Development has used her RA skills since she held the position, how ever, she fondly remembers the social part of the position as well. “Fellow RAs, who became my friends for life will always mean the most to me. I worked in a build ing with 15 other RAs. We shared stories of residents, helped each other through rough times and laughed all night.” Students who are interested in applying to be an RA for the 2006 - 2007 academic year should talk with their current RA and/or Residence Director. Applications and information will be available in mid-January, but it’s nev er too soon to start learning about the position and the application process. There are a few requirements to be aware of before apply ing. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 at the time of application and throughout the position and should have lived on campus at least one semester before applying. Other leadership experience is preferred but not required. If you have any ques tions about being an RA, you can contact your resi dence hall staff or the Of fice of Residence Life (reslife@meredith.edu).
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