http://www.smith.edu/edigest/Smith College eDigest - Student Noticesen-ushttp://www.smith.edu/images/b_hdr-news-digest.gifhttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20907The registration deadline for "Ask For It: How to Use Negotiation to Get the Recognition You Deserve." has been extended to Friday, Feb. 10. Through lecturing, interactive case exercises, video examples, and group discussion, author Sara Laschever will introduce you to "best practice" negotiation strategy. You'll learn an approach that is cooperative, not competitive, and problem-solving, not conflict-promoting. You'll come away with skills to maximize your bargaining power, set the right targets for negotiations, and remain unfazed by the emotional dimensions of negotiation. This event is co-sponsored by the Smith College Center for Work & Life and Mount Holyoke's Weissman Center for Leadership, and will be preceded by a "teach-you-how-to-network" brunch with students from Smith, Mount Holyoke and other women's colleges. 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Register before Friday at http://www.smith.edu/cwl/passport.Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20907http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20804Join fellow students working in schools and in after school programs for lunch on Friday, Feb. 10, at noon in Wright Hall 013. This forum is an excellent opportunity to meet fellow students and to engage in conversation about your experiences or questions you may have in a relaxed, cooperative environment. To attend or for more information, contact Sue Sheppard, Community Fellow, Northampton Schools, at msheppar@smith.edu, or Allison Reid, Outreach & Community Partnership, at areid@smith.edu. Artisan sandwiches, salad, dessert, and hot chocolate will be offered. If you have certain dietary needs or if you have further questions, please let them know. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20804http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20917The last two van trainings for this semester will be held on Monday, Feb. 13, and Monday, Feb. 27, both 4:30-5:30 p.m. in Campus Center 205, upper level next to the SGA Office. This training is only for those students who were not van certified last fall and want to be van certified to drive this semester. To attend this training, go to http://www.fivecolleges.edu/sites/riskmgmt/driver/ to fill out the new online driver's form application. You will receive an e-mail confirmation that your information has been sent to our insurance company for verification. You must bring that e-mail with you to the training. Any questions, contact Sharon Fagan at ext. 4950 or sfagan@smith.edu. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20917http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20774Students graduating in May can order their academic regalia at the Class of 2012 Academic Regalia Fair on Tuesday, Feb. 14, and Wednesday, Feb. 15. The Fair will be held both days 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Grecourt Bookshop in the Campus Center lower level. Students wishing to order their regalia online may do so at: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dE03S1BCTFlCb05Jd280TjdqRHVkZ3c6MA . Order your academic regalia now and you will have it to wear at Rally Day on Thursday, Feb. 23, the first time seniors begin wearing their graduation gowns. Graduation announcements can also be ordered at the Fair. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20774http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20837The Smith Community is invited to participate during a worldwide 40-day period of peaceful, spiritual experience that is called Winter Feast for the Soul. The Smith Office of Religious and Spiritual Life sponsors a 40-minute guided meditation followed by a candlelight dinner on Monday, Feb. 13, 4:45-6:30 p.m. at the Chapel, free of charge to all. Winter Feast was begun five years ago to offer a way for people to express their dreams of the connectedness of all life. The organizers hold a vision of a peaceful world beyond imagined boundaries of creed, culture, belief and nation. All traditions are honored in a practice period of stillness as a global community. To learn more, go to www.winterfeastforthesoul.com. For the Smith event or to RSVP (not required) contact Hayat Abuza, Multifaith Program Specialist. habuza@smith.eduThu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20837http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20856The Academic Honor Board is now accepting applications from all members of the class of 2013 who are interested in serving the remainder of the Spring 2012 semester as the Junior Class Representative. The main function of the Honor Board is to uphold academic integrity by holding regular hearings for allegations brought against students who have committed possible infractions against the Smith Honor Code. Applications can be found in the SGA office (Campus Center 206). All applications must be submitted by Friday, Feb. 17, to Sharon Fagan in the SGA office. For more information please refer to: http://sophia.smith.edu/blog/sga/about-the-academic-honor-board-chair/ Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20856http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20862The Controller's Office has posted the 2011 W-2 Year End Earnings Statements on BannerWeb. Access this electronic version from the Employee Services menu and the Tax Information page. Paper copies were mailed to employee home addresses Friday, Jan. 27. Current students receive their W-2 Statement in their campus mail boxes. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Payroll Office at x2244 or payroll@smith.edu. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20862http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20870For a prospective student, often times tour guides leave the most lasting impression of a college. If you want to be on the front lines of helping prospective students love Smith, apply to be a Gold Key Guide. Applications are available in the Admissions Office. Applications must be turned back into Admissions no later than February 15. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20870http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20880The CSO invites you to the first Community Education Luncheon of the semester on Thursday, Feb. 9. Come and listen to representatives from two fantastic organizations that work with youth, Volunteers in Northampton Schools and Girls Inc., of Holyoke. Pizza will be served.Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20880http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20889Get involved with global issues at the local level. The CSO is looking for volunteers to work with students who are refugees from all over the world at the Kensington Magnet Elementary School in Springfield. One-on-one mentoring on a weekly basis can make a world of a difference to a child. The program runs Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 12:15-2:50 p.m., and Wednesdays, 9-11:30 a.m.; you must commit to one day a week. If you are considering it, please come to the orientation meeting on Friday, Feb. 10, at 8:30 a.m. in 013 Wright Hall. Breakfast will be served. If you have any questions contact Olivia Cifrino, the Kensington Community Fellow, at ocifrino@smith.edu.Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20889http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20890Calling the Class of 2013. Would you like to be involved in graduation this year? Be a junior usher. You must be available April 28 for senior ball and then May 17-20 for Commencement weekend. Email Jane Ramsey at jcramsey@smith.edu for more information.Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20890http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20891The Sophian has a new Tumblr. Follow them at http://smithsophian.tumblr.com to stay connected. You can also still visit http://smithsophian.com to get the e-edition in your inbox, or follow them on Facebook and Twitter. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20891http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20895The Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship (MMUF) is a generous two-year program that provides qualified students with intensive faculty mentoring on a particular research project, academic term and summer stipends, and the possibility of undergraduate loan repayment upon meeting specific criteria. Applications are accepted from second-year students who are U.S. citizens, have a demonstrated commitment to eradicating racial disparities, and who plan to pursue PhD's in core fields in the arts and sciences. The aim of the MMUF is to reduce over time the underrepresentation of certain minority groups on the faculties of colleges and universities. Lunch will be available for the first 40 students.Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20895http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20898The Office of Residence Life is currently recruiting students to join staff for the 2012-2013 academic year. All students are encouraged to apply. Applications can be found at http://www.smith.edu/sao/reslife/studentstaff.php. They are due in Clark Hall on February 9 at 4 p.m. For more information contact Hannah Durrant at hdurrant@smith.edu.Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20898http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20900This film critiques the United States' obsession with virginity. It includes the idea of abstinence-only sex education and how a woman is valued based on her sexuality. It calls for action to promote women appreciation for more than just their bodies. Sponsored by Feminists of Smith Unite! Come and bring your friends!Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20900http://www.smith.edu/edigest/#20911On Saturday, Smith to Do is decorating cupcakes and making cards to celebrate Valentine's Day. All students are welcome. Free. All supplies are provided. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.smith.edu/edigest/20911