Friday, April 1, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - Duck Hunt - April 5


The Rules

Sign up on April 4, 2011 in the lobby from 11:30-2:30. We will email your target to you the following day. If you have any questions, concerns, or anything else contact Kristen in the Student leadership office, or email: Kristen.branson@Skagit.edu.

The game is to be played ON campus. Chasing your target down in the grocery store (for example) is unacceptable. Class times, as well as on campus jobs, are off limits for approaching your target. Inside the library, book store, the financial aid office (this applies to people in line as well), the counseling center, and any other office are also off limits. In line at the cafeteria or in the student center, waiting for classes to begin, etc are fair game. Hiding in a classroom that is not in session is not viable, you are still fair game. Be aware of class times and your surroundings- while ducking into a vacant classroom is great, running through a class in session is absolutely not allowed. This is still a college campus, though we try to make the experience as fun as possible, not everyone will be playing.

While on campus, during ‘game time’ ducks must be visible. This means if you take your duck off for work, or class, it should be put back on immediately afterwards. You may choose how and where on your person to display the duck.

It is up to you to seek out your target. Use contacts on campus, facebook, etc to find out who your target is. The target you have will also have a target, the object of your target’s hunt will now be your target. Take all ducks your target has and continue on.

Keep watch for people asking questions about you, new friends on facebook, etc. You may evade the person, but cannot hide your duck or disrupt any campus activities- ie classes- during the evasion. You may run, however, if the person hunting you asks you by your name for your duck consider yourself captured and relinquish the duck peacefully.

The game is intended to be friendly. Violence of any kind is prohibited, and our campus rules apply absolutely. You may continue ‘hunting’ your target, this means that you will now be in a race against the person hunting you to locate your target.

You MUST email in to studentlife@skagit.edu when you have captured your target. On Cardinal Day we will have a jousting ring available for final battles, if there is a tie for most ducks obtained the tie breaker will take place here. It is imperative that captures are reported to reduce cheating. If you do not report your captures you will be disqualified.

The use of ‘decoy ducks’ is unacceptable. We have a list of players and their ducks. Please do not replace your duck, if something happens that requires a replacement please contact Kristen or student life to explain and request a new duck.

The game will end Thursday June 1, 2011, with the final battles, winners, and prizes on Cardinal Day- June 3.

Game On!!

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - Supply Drive - Support a Medical Mission Team in Nicaragua - Happening Now

The Student Nurse Club's is supporting a Medical Mission team that will deliver supplies to Nicaragua and provide medical aid to local communities in need. Boxes where supplies can be donated are located in Angst Hall and in the Student Center. Start Spring Quarter off by supporting volunteers who are giving back to help others live a healthy life. Thank you for your support.

For more information, please contact Barbara Jackson at (360)-202-3488 or by email at bjackson4917@mysvc.skagit.edu.

Friday, March 18, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - Rescheduled GlobalFest Concert - March 29


Skagit Valley College’s GlobalFest 2011 announces that its free benefit concert, originally scheduled for last month and canceled due to snow, has been re-scheduled for Tuesday, March 29 at 7:00 p.m. at McIntyre Hall, which is located at SVC’s Mount Vernon Campus.

The concert will feature The Slough Dogs, an eclectic blend of rock/rhythm/blues/folk, with an opening performance by Native American flutist Peter Ali, and special guest Swil Kanim. All voluntary donations at the event will help support SVC student scholarships for study abroad.

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - SVC Jazz Final - March 16


The SVC Jazz Final will be this Wednesday at the Skagit River Brewery. Take a break from finals and listen to some hot Jazz!

This is a FREE event!

This is our last scheduled performance before we head off to the Reno Jazz Festival in April.

Email Vince Fejeran for more information

Thursday, March 10, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - Skagit Human Rights Festival - Happening Now


Come to the various Skagit Human Rights Festival events offered in March. Events will be held at the Phillip Tarro Theatre and the Lincoln Theatre.

Email Student Life for more information

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - AHE Club Bake Sale Fund Raiser - Mar. 8, April 12, May 10, June 1


AHE CLUB is formally directing a fundraiser to form a team to participate in this years Relay for Life in Anacortes. This relay will be dedicated to the recent passing of Pamela Albright.

AHE CLUB will be having bake sales to reach the goal of raising $1000.00 by June 25th, 2011. Please look for pastry goods in the Cardinal Atrium during:

Bake Sale Dates:
March 8th
April 12th
May 10th
June 1st

Volunteer members will be participating in the 18 hour Relay Walk at Anacortes High School – Upper Track Field, which will begin on 06/25/2011 starting at 3 P.M. through 06/26/2011 ending at 9 A.M.

How to help AHE CLUB raise $1,000?
If you would like to make a simple donation, please visit: www.relayforlife.org and donate to your local team.

How to become a Relay team member with AHE CLUB?
Register at: www.relayforlife.org
There is a $10.00 registration fee at time of application.
(All registration fees will NOT go towards team proceeds.)

Email Student Life for more information

Friday, March 4, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - Mardi Gras! - March 8


Celebration of Mardi Gras located in the cafeteria. We will have FREE Italian Sodas and a King Cake.

Celebration of Fat Tuesday will be on Tuesday, March 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

For more information contact Becky Henry at rebecca.henry@skagit.edu.

This event is sponsored by the Skagit Valley College Program Board.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - SVC Jazz Ensemble - March 3


Get jazzed! Enjoy the SVC Jazz Ensemble at the Skagit River Brewery from 7 to 9 p.m. This is a free event.

Email Vince Fejeran for more information

Friday, February 25, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - Superhero Dodgeball - March 04


Dress up as your favorite super hero or villain and hit 'em til it hurts!

This exciting event will be held in the gym at noon on Friday, March 4.

There will be prizes for Dodgeball Winner and Best Costume Team.

Please dress appropriately.

Applications available in Student Life and online at www.skagit.edu/dodgeball.

For more information contact Tyler Murphy at tyler.murphy@skagit.edu.

Super Hero Dodgeball is hosted by the ASSVC Student Government.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - No Pet Left Behind Fund-raiser - Happening Now


No Pet Left Behind Project is here to raise awareness of abandoned, abused, or unwanted animals within Skagit County. Our group is taking this opportunity to raise funds and donations to benefit animals in the Humane Society of Skagit County. We would like to invite you to be a part of this very important cause. Please feel free to leave any of the items mentioned on the list below in one of the boxes located on campus.

Donations needed: blankets, new or used towels, dog and cat bedding, dog and cat food, copy machine paper, AA batteries, gas cards.

For more information, contact Heather Borrero at hborrero0553@mysvc.skagit.edu.

Friday, February 18, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - Play "25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" - Feb. 25, 26, 27 ~ March 4, 5, 6


The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee runs Feb. 25, 26, 27 and March 4, 5, and 6. Fri and Sat. shows are at 7:30 and Sunday shows are at 3. Phillip Tarro Theatre. Free for SVC students, $10 general admission and $7 for non- SVC students, seniors and SVC faculty.

Monday, February 14, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - Join The Science Club!

Join the Science Club! You can look forward to fun demos and outreach to local schools! We meet in A236 on Tuesdays at 12:30 pm. Hope to see you there!

Email Student Life for more information

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - Centuries of Love Dance - Feb. 12


Join the Rainbow Alliance in a dance throughout the centuries. Bring song requests and dress up as your favorite couple from history!

For more information contact Taylor Brooke at tbrooke5795@mysc.skagit.edu.

Mount Vernon Campus - Turbo Turkey Group Free Preview - Feb. 15


Come to the free preview of Turbo Turkey's upcoming show — First Pluck: An Original Comedy Review.

Here is a chance for you to put the finishing touches on the Turbo Turkey show!

Give feedback to help them perfect their show.

Just come out — your laughter will help them grow.

Subscribe to their Yahoo! Group — turboturkeysketchcomedygroup-subscribe@yahoogroups.com.

This event is sponsored by the Office of Student Life.

Monday, February 7, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - Social Security 101 - Feb. 11


On behalf of the Social Security Administration and Human Resources we are inviting you to attend a presentation by the Social Security Administration.

This event will be held at Angst Hall, Room 135 on Friday, February 11 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Kirk Larson, Western Washington Public Affairs Specialist for the Social Security Administration, will reveal all you need to know about Social Security.

Larson will talk about retirement benefits and eligibility, early retirement and how it effects your benefits, and more.

Larson has worked with the agency for over 18 years in both technical and managerial roles. Kirk has presented Social Security information in both the Seattle and San Francisco Regions. He has had several articles published, and has appeared on TV and Radio shows to discuss various Social Security issues. The Social Security Administration and other Federal Government organizations have recognized him for his outstanding public service. Kirk has a degree in Business Administration from California Polytechnic University at Pomona.

Email Student Life for more information

Friday, February 4, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - Heart Health Awareness - Feb. 7


Find out ways to take care of your heart health!

On Monday, February 7 there will be a table in the Cardinal Center lobby with lots of heart-healthy foods.

Also, Skagit Valley College nursing students will be on hand to monitor your blood pressure.

Informational flyers will also be available

This event is sponsored by the Skagit Valley College Program Board.

Email Student Life for more information

Mount Vernon Campus - "We Live Here!" Premiere - Feb. 07


This heartwarming new film reveals how local youth, who identify as LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning), share their stories of family life, school life, bullying, relationships, and growing up.

Join us for the first public showing of “We Live Here” on Monday, February 7, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. at the Skagit Valley College Multipurpose Room.

This short film is not to be missed, and will be followed up a Q&A speaker panel featuring the youth involved in the project.

For more information contact Colleen Connor, Prevention & Education Coordinator, at (360) 336-9591.

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - PTK Winter Induction - Feb. 04


Winter Induction ceremony for the Skagit Valley College chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa will be held on Friday, February 4 at 5 pm.

Email Student Life for more information

Friday, January 28, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - French Club Global Fest Bake Sale - Jan. 31


Help the French Club get to France by purchasing some yummy homemade baked goodies. There will be a booth in the Cardinal Center Lobby from 11:00 am. to 12:30 p.m.

Bring your sweet tooth!

For more information, contat Jasmine Carter @ SVCFrenchClub@gmail.com.

Mount Vernon Campus - Lunar New Year Party - Jan. 31


Celebrate the Lunar New Year! Many events are offered such as Music Day, International Exploration, the Scavenger Hunt and the Lunar New Year Party.

For more information contact Anji Viola at anji.viola@skagit.edu.

This event is sponsored by the SVC Program Board and the International Program Organization.

Email Student Life for more information

Friday, January 21, 2011

District Wide - Rally in Olympia - Jan. 27


Meet legislators and add your voice about the impact of budget cuts on community colleges!

We will be traveling by bus with other students from Whatcom and Everett Community College.

To get more information and to sign up for this trip, email Milos Pesic.

Mount Vernon Campus - Club Day - Jan. 25


Get to know the many clubs that are offered at Skagit Valley College. Ask questions, find out about the fun activities and opportunities they afford!

Email Student Life for more information

Moun Vernon Campus - Ranch 99 Shopping Trip - Jan. 29


Join us as we take a shopping trip to Ranch 99 in Edmonds. We will leave from the SVC parking lot at 9 a.m. sharp!

At Ranch 99 you will find food and treats that you can't find anywhere else. They also specialize in Chinese groceries.

Come and join us as we purchase supplies and international ingredients for the Chinese New Year!

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Mout Vernon Campus - Launching New Club With Cartoon Fun - Jan. 19


Join us in the SVC Cafeteria for popcorn and fun to watch a short film with us.

We are celebrating the birth of a new club: the Mathematics Society.

We are sponsoring some Toon Fun to launch our new club! This event will be on Wednesday, January 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

District Wide - Budget Cut Forums - Jan. 18


Please try to attend one of the budget forums listed below. It is important for you, as a student, to know about how the Washington State budget situation will affect you AND it is important for you to be able to speak with other students about the situation as government representatives.

Budget forums for employees are scheduled for Tuesday, January 18:

12:30 p.m. – Whidbey Island Campus, Oak Hall 306.

3:00 p.m. – Mount Vernon Campus, Lewis Hall 65 — also available via interactive television at Whidbey, Oak Hall 204 [Studio A].

A budget forum for students is scheduled for Wednesday, January 19:

2:30 p.m. – Mount Vernon Campus, Angst 129 — also available via interactive television at Whidbey, Oak Hall 204 [Studio A].

Also, let us know if you want to join us as we head down to Olympia. We could grab some coffee and head down south as a group. Email laura.morris@skagit.edu for more information or to sign up for the trip.

Thursday, January 13, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - Duck Hunt Signup - Happening Now


Sign up by January 31st to play the Duck Hunt game!

For additional information or to sign up visit the SVC Facebook page or email kristen.branson@skagit.edu.

This event is sponsored by the SVC Program Board.

Email Student Life for more information

Mount Vernon Campus - 9th Annual Martin Luther King Celebration - Jan. 15


Join People For a Peaceable Planet, Developing Unity Through Diversity and other local co-sponsors, for the 9th Annual Martin Luther King Celebration!

This great event will be held at the Phillip Tarro Auditorium at Skagit Valley College from 1 to 5 p.m. Suggested donation: $5 students, $10 general.

The following programs will be offered throughout the day:

Living Voices: Living Voices delivers a unique combination of theater, video, and live interaction that creates a high impact experience and an unforgettable journey through history.

Thomas Linzey: As founder of the Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund, Thomas Linzey has advised communities throughout the United States on how to assert their right to local self-government and the rights of nature. Most recently, he was the legal advisor to the City of Pittsburgh as it combated the practice of natural gas fracking, which spreads natural gas and fracking chemicals into the ground water. The resulting ordinance bans fracking, denies legal personhood to corporations seeking to engage in fracking, and acknowledges the rights of nature.

Elizabeth Walker: A sustainability strategist and change agent, Elizabeth Walker offers a wide variety of services such as group facilitation, community engagement, sustainability plan development and introductions to the internationally acclaimed Natural Step community visioning method.

Ernest Tutt: A professor of communications at Skagit Valley College, Mr. Tutt is noted for his stunning and dramatic portrayals of black orators such as Frederick Douglass, Malcolm X and Martin Luther King.

Email Ernest Tutt for more information

Mount Vernon Campus - Pay It Forward - Jan. 20


On Random Acts of Kindness Day you can positively influence another person's life! There will be a Pay It Forward booth in the Lobby January 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information contact Becky Henry at rebecca.henry@skagit.edu.

This event is sponsored by the SVC Program Board.

Email Student Life for more information

Mount Vernon Campus - Blood Drive - Jan. 18


The Blood Drive for Winter Quarter will be held in the Multipurpose Room from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm on Tuesday, January 18. All blood types are needed.

This event is sponsored by SVC Student Life.

Email Student Life for more information

Monday, January 10, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - Talk Time w/ CCF - Happening Now


International students — eat a free dinner, make friends and practice English! Meet every Friday at 6:30 pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1515 E. College Way. This is NOT a religious event.

Sponsored by the College Christian Fellowship.

Email Student Life for more information

Friday, January 7, 2011

Mount Vernon Campus - Child Care Fair - Jan. 12


Learn about child care funding options in the Cardinal Center Lobby.

This event will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Come meet a variety of local child care providers such as Cascade Child Care, Wee Care, YMCA and Learning Tree.

A babysitting co-op forum will be held at 1 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room.

Contact Susie at susanne.danielson@skagit.edu. This event is part of the Program Board's World Class Winter Series.

Find out more information about this event on the SVC Twitter and Facebook site, and the SVC Event Calendar.

This event is sponsored by the ASSVC Student Government and is part of the World Class Winter Series.

Email Student Life for more information

Mount Vernon Campus - Bubble Party! - Jan. 10

Have a bubblicious time! This sudzy event will be in the Campus Center Lobby on January 10 from 11 am to 2 pm. Event sponsored by the SVC Program Board.

Email Student Life for more information

Mount Vernon - PTK Campus Clean Up - Jan. 12 & 26, Feb. 9 & 23, March 9


Phi Theta Kappa will be conducting a Campus Cleanup. Meet at L57 at 2 pm. Cleanup dates are Jan. 12 & 26, Feb. 9 & 23 and March 9. We need your help!

For more information contact Cara Bonsen at cbonsen0333@mysvc.skagit.edu

Email Student Life for more information