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Note: Fall Quarter is coming to a close and this will be the last issue of Parents as Partners for 2011. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday season. The next issue will be delivered to your inbox in January 2012. Orientation survey has been extendedLast month, we told you about a short survey we are conducting to get your feedback on our summer Orientation program. We want to thank those of you who have completed the survey. For those who have not, there is still time. The survey has been extended through November 14. We are so interested in what you have to say that we are giving away a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card. Those who complete the survey will be entered into a drawing for the card, which can also be used at the Wright State University bookstore in the Student Union. The winner will be contacted in mid-November. Please be assured that your answers are confidential. Should you have any questions about the survey, please contact us at orientation@wright.edu. Wright State recognized as Ohio Center of Excellence Winter break survivalWith the end of Fall Quarter on the horizon, students will soon be enjoying a well-deserved winter break. Students and parents often look forward to this time—an extended "homecoming." However, it can also be a period of stress and tension. Read more →
November 4: Student Activities—Chris Jones Comedian mentalist Chris Jones will amaze and entertain your student as he makes a stop at Wright State on Friday, November 5, at 9 p.m., in 156 Student Union. Contact Jake Nolan for more information. November 7: Building Peace through Writing
Kingsolver is the 2011 recipient of the Richard C. Holbrooke Distinguished Achievement Award, a prestigious Dayton Literary Peace Prize. Contact the Women's Center at (937) 775-4524 for more information. Novevmber 11: Athletics—Wright State Men's Basketball at Ohio State
Please visit www.wsuraiders.com for ticket and additional information. November 12: Student Activities—30 Minutes or Less The Residential Community Association would like to encourage your student to unwind and kick back before finals and attend a viewing of the movie 30 Minutes or Less on Saturday, November 12, at 9 p.m., in 120 Medical Sciences. Contact Jake Nolan for more information. Visit www.wright.edu/calendar for information on other events going on at Wright State.
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Continued from above... Wright State recognized as Ohio Center of Excellence
Wright State University has been recognized in four Ohio Center of Excellence categories. CELIA is Wright State's seventh Ohio Center of Excellence, joining centers in human-centered innovation, neuroscience, disaster readiness, product reliability, micro air vehicles and knowledge-enabled computing. "Wright State University is to be commended for striving to improve on what is already an exceptional program," Chancellor Petro said. "The individual departments that make up the Collaborative Education, Leadership and Innovation in the Arts are already having a huge impact. It is exciting to envision what is possible in the future." Academy Award–winning actor Tom Hanks, who has starred in blockbuster films such as Forrest Gump, Apollo 13 and Saving Private Ryan, gave a glowing endorsement of Wright State's arts programs. A taped video of Hanks was played during the news conference at Wright State's Student Union. Click here to view the video. "Wright State is training the artists of tomorrow. I know because I've worked with some of Wright State's alumni, and they're among the best in their fields," Hanks said. "Wright State not only has one of the most outstanding arts programs in Ohio, but one of the best in the entire nation."
Their collaborative endeavors in the fine and performing arts have had considerable economic impact, attracting millions of dollars in investment and economic spinoff through collaborative projects such as films, plays, concerts, and art exhibitions. They have also funded scholarships through Wright State's annual ArtsGala and helped to fund the Creative Arts Center expansion project. "The overarching goal of CELIA is to create unique, innovative, internal and external artistic collaborations resulting in a transformative impact on campus, in Dayton, in the region, throughout Ohio and beyond," Petro said. Projects under the CELIA umbrella have included the Academy Award–nominated documentary The Last Truck: Closing of a GM Plant and last fall's groundbreaking production of August: Osage County, a collaboration between Wright State and Dayton's Human Race Theatre Company. CELIA also supports a number of ongoing innovative programs like the university's STEAM3 course, which helps education majors learn to use the creative arts to teach math and science. CELIA will utilize the Ohio Center of Excellence designation to take a leadership role in creating and sponsoring new, innovative and even larger artistic collaborations. These joint ventures will attract highly talented students from all over the world and expand and transform the artistic environment of the region. "The designation will encourage collaborations that move well beyond the region, provide much greater visibility for programs and projects, facilitate fundraising, enhance economic development and formalize and nurture existing and future collaborations," Hopkins said. "While CELIA's collaborative work is already exceptional, the center designation will provide the increased synergy to take it to the next level." "Dayton has an outstanding arts community," said Hank Dahlman, director of CELIA. "We are in a position to leverage that artistic diversity and richness to help attract and develop that creative class in the region and state."
Winter break survivalby Daniela Linnebach Burnworth, Ph.D., Associate Director for Clinical Training, Counseling and Wellness Services
A lot of adjustments may need to be made as students return for the longest period of time since saying goodbye to parents and family members in the fall. Students have gone through changes while being away from home, getting settled into a new environment, and experimenting with increased independence. Younger siblings may have become used to being "the oldest one" at home. Parents may have been enjoying some new-found freedoms. Bringing the family back together again can put some strain on those changes if they're not attended to ahead of time. Here are some tips that might help everyone get the most out of the break and being back together again:
This time can be one of reconnecting with family and hearing all about the adventures and growth that your student has experienced while away at college. Following some of these suggestions may allow parents and students to have a more relaxing, enjoyable, and memorable break. For more information, feel free to contact Counseling and Wellness Services at (937) 775-3407 or 053 Student Union. Continued from above... Getting involved at Wright StateResearch shows that students who are involved on campus are usually more satisfied with their college experience and are more likely to continue their education than those students who are not involved at the university. Being involved not only gives students a chance to meet new people and experience new things, it also gives students the opportunity to learn things that will help them in life after college. There are a variety of ways that students can get involved on campus. Below are some of the options and benefits that your student can experience at Wright State. Student Activities: Learning outside of the classroom
Attending student organization events and meetings is often one of the initial ways students get involved on campus. There are a wide variety of organizations including governing bodies, coordinating groups, Greek letter social organizations, academic clubs and professional societies, honor societies, publication and media groups, service groups, intramural sports clubs, religious organizations, special interest groups, and cultural organizations. Involvement opportunities in student organizations have dramatically grown with nearly 200 groups on campus. Joining an organization is easy on campus. Students may join online from the Office of Student Activities website or attend an advertised meeting. If a student has a particular interest that is not represented by an organization, they are encouraged to start their own group by contacting the office. Many of the student organizations are responsible for creating educational and social events that complement the classroom experience. Student organizations planned a variety of events during the past year, including national speakers, Fall Fest, Homecoming, May Daze, films, comedy shows, dances, and student performances. There is something to do every day at Wright State. Students can find out about weekly events through an email called the Wright Weekly E-News that is sent every Friday or by going to the Wright State University calendar page.
An essential value that many leaders share is improving the surrounding community. While many students participate in community service opportunities, the office is taking a more coordinated effort by launching a website where students can view community opportunities. Individuals or groups will be matched to opportunities with youth, environment, career development, and many more. As a parent, you play a strong role in the leadership potential of your student by encouraging them to be involved on campus. Did you know that your student has over 70 waking hours each week when he or she is not in the classroom? Encouraging a healthy balance of studying, working, family time, and campus involvement will prepare them for their life upon graduation. Student leaders on college campuses often have stronger lifelong skills, self-confidence, health, ability to handle personal finances, and independence. As a benefit to being involved on campus, Wright State also offers over 50 student-leader stipends that range from one-quarter tuition to one-and-a-half tuition. Leaders are also recognized at a year-end, all-campus leadership reception. To find out more about campus involvement opportunities, go to www.wright.edu/studentactivities or call (937) 775-5570. Student Employment: Earn a paycheck while gaining experience
You might think that encouraging your student to work while attending Wright State could create challenges and frustrations for your student and result in a lower GPA or redirecting his/her college plans. However, research demonstrates just the opposite. On-campus student employment is positively associated with students earning their bachelor's degree and with satisfaction in college. By working on campus, students reap numerous benefits in addition to earning higher GPAs and enhancing their retention on campus. Students who work on campus have the opportunity to build supportive networks with staff and faculty members. Some students may work in departments where their major is housed and have regular conversations and personal interactions with faculty. These interactions can lead to a student's comfort in seeking assistance outside the classroom on challenging problems and assignments.
Students who work on campus more quickly integrate with the Wright State campus. They become aware of the plethora of opportunities available to them, learn where to find resources and buildings on campus, and generally work with and develop relationships with other students in their work setting. Today's employers expect students to deliver the total package when hiring them upon graduation. Employers want to hire students who can demonstrate more than knowledge in their discipline and a good GPA. They want students who can show that they have developed interpersonal skills in dealing with co-workers; have planning, organizing, and time-management skills; and are able to work cooperatively and collaboratively as a team member. These are skills that can be developed through an on-campus student employment position and be demonstrated on a resume. Enhancing the resume early in your student's career can also lead to rewarding co-op/internship employment that is directly related to his/her area of study. Information about the Student Employment program and on-campus student employment positions can be found on the Career Services website.
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Research shows that students who are involved on campus are usually more satisfied with their college experience and are more likely to continue their education than those students who are not involved at the university. 
Ohio Board of Regents Chancellor Jim Petro, joined by Wright State President David R. Hopkins, recently named Wright State University's Center for Collaborative Education, Leadership and Innovation in the Arts (CELIA) an Ohio Center of Excellence in Cultural and Societal Transformation. This endeavor builds upon the talents and expertise of students and faculty in the departments of Art and Art History; Music; and Theatre, Dance and Motion Pictures. 
Join the Women's Center and Women's Studies Program to celebrate the literary contributions of author and essayist Barbara Kingsolver on Monday, November 7, at 11:30 a.m., in 148 Millett Hall.
Make a road trip to Columbus to see the Wright State Raiders take on the Ohio State Buckeyes on Friday, November 11, at 9 p.m., at the Value City Arena.
Ohio Board of Regents Chancellor Jim Petro, joined by Wright State President David R. Hopkins, recently named Wright State University's Center for Collaborative Education, Leadership and Innovation in the Arts (CELIA) an Ohio Center of Excellence in Cultural and Societal Transformation. This endeavor builds upon the talents and expertise of students and faculty in the departments of Art and Art History; Music; and Theatre, Dance and Motion Pictures.
For the past 10 years, the departments of Art and Art History; Music; Theatre, Dance and Motion Pictures have been centers of undergraduate excellence and artistic collaboration in the region. Individually and collectively, these departments have impacted the creative climate of an area already recognized for its vibrant artistic activities.
With the end of Fall Quarter on the horizon, students will soon be enjoying a well-deserved winter break. Students and parents often look forward to this time—an extended "homecoming." However, it can also be a period of stress and tension.
The Office of Student Activities is one of many places for students to get involved with student life. Located on the lower level of the Student Union, the office provides several opportunities for involvement including events and programs, student organizations, leadership development workshops and retreats, fraternity and sorority life, and community service.
Once students become involved in student organizations, the office provides several educational opportunities for growth to assist with the development of leadership and life skills. By conducting conferences and retreats, students gain greater insight to their whole development as a future leader. Students who participate in leadership opportunities understand their abilities and limitations more clearly and begin to explore their lifelong interest and values.
Every year, the Wright State Student Employment program works with more than 1,800 students who are earning and learning.
Students working on campus have the opportunity to interact with staff and faculty who are willing mentors, who offer advice and provide insight for working within the organizational structure, who take a personal interest in the success of their student workers and ask about homework completion and test preparation, as well as check in on health and personal relationship concerns. Faculty and staff mentors can guide and help your student in dealing with problem resolutions and refer your student to the appropriate contacts on campus should they be needed.
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