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August 28, 2006
Happy Birthday, Liz!
Today, the 28th day of August is Elizabeth Ann Seton’s Birthday! Today at noon there was a Birthday prayer service at her statue on campus. It was a really nice time to reflect and give thanks and also pray for our campus as we begin our first day of class!
Fast Facts about Elizabeth Ann Seton:
-Wife
-Widow
-Mother of 5
-Convert to Catholicism
-A New York Socialite
-Founded Sister’s of Charity of St. Joseph’s
-and an amazing, wonderful woman!
One of her favorite prayers: “May the most just, the most amiable will of God be ever loved, adored and accomplished. Amen”
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August 23, 2006
Long time no blog!
Sorry everyone…we have been swamped here in Admissions, hence the lull in blogging. We have a number of events coming up and this is a very busy week for the university!
Today, we have Transfer Orientation; tomorrow, Thursday, we have the last Freshman Setonian Day (orientation); Friday, is Move-In Day for freshman; Sunday the residence halls open to all returning students and Monday is D-day. The first day of classes!
I can’t believe how time has flown by this summer; but I am also glad because that means fall travel season is starting. Starting in September the counselors here at Seton Hill will begin to travel with visiting high schools and attending college fairs. This is a great opportunity for you to find out about SHU and get to know your Admissions Counselor. Just as a re-fresher, the following is a list of our awesome counselors and their territory.
Ms. Jessie DeHainaut – Northwestern PA; Westmoreland County; and New York
Ms. Ashley Hoffman – Eastern PA; Westmoreland County; New Jersey; Maryland; Deleware; and Virginia
Ms. Ashley Josay – Western PA; Westmoreland County; Ohio and West Virginia.
Ms. Kristen Lippencott – Transfer Counselor
Ms. Billie Rood – All states that do not touch Pennsylvania
Ms. Quiana Golphin – Campus Visit Coordinator. Please contact her to arrange a visit to campus!
Hopefully we will see you all soon!
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August 9, 2006
ATTENTION! The source for Freshman 15 (lbs.) is found!
If I would have known then, what I know now…we all say that! But really, look at this! A report has stated that an extra can of soda a day can add 15 lbs. in one, yes ONE year! They are also saying that increased consumption in soda is the key reason for people gaining weight. Forget about the mass quantity amounts of salad (of all things) that you receive at chain restaurants (Ex: TGI Friday’s salads, Applebee’s salads). You can feed yourself for a week off one of those things.
It isn’t the food, it is the 1 extra soda that you are consuming a day that is adding the pounds.
So tonight when I go to grab my favorite, Diet Rite, I will grab a glass of water. No freshman 15 for me! Or should I say, “post” freshman 15?
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Baby boom…boomers…boomletters…
Within recent years we have heard a number of statistics revolving around the infamous baby boomer generation. They have always been one of those generations that have been of interest; being that they were born during a period of increased birth rates during a time of an economic high (1946-1964).
Recently I saw on the Today Show a segment on “Sexy and 60”. So being a baby boomer automatically classifies you as sexy…if I were only 40 years older! Anyway…
To solidify my references to the baby boomers, I have recently read an article titled Colleges Prepare for Enrollment Decline. It is claiming that colleges and universities are preparing for a decline in enrollment after the last of the “baby boomletters” reach college…by 2009. Mind you, that is only 3 years away.
So these “baby boomletters” are a result of the baby boomers having children…I am guessing. So this last influx of students for 2009 will be the last HUGE pool of students for the Admissions recruiting world to pull from? Hmm….
It states in the article that Pennsylvania, in particular will expect a 10% decline in enrollment. New Jersey, on the other hand, is only expected to see a 2% decline due to the rise in Latino and Asian student population.
It seems as though news outlets are just reporting this topic, BUT colleges and universities have been prepared and taking the appropriate measures to be ready for this dramatic/not so dramatic change in higher education.
Along with Chestnut Hill College (PA), Drexel University (PA) and St. Joseph’s University; Seton Hill University is also taking the necessary measures to embrace this economic change with open arms. This includes adopting new academic programs, and strategizing new efforts in recruiting. Ex: when Seton Hill became a university in 2002, this was in efforts to appeal to both men and women and to also be competitive among other colleges and universities across the nation. With the status change paired with the “boomletters”, we have seen a gradual increase in student population within the last few years.
Keep watching!
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August 4, 2006
What are the most important factors in selecting a college?
Click HERE for the poll!
What do you think?
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August 3, 2006
Top 10 necessities you shouldn’t forget on Move-in Day:
In no particular order...
1. shower shoes
2. toothbrush
3. hangers
4. laundry basket/shower basket
5. dishes…even if you have a meal plan, you still will eat in your room or get take out.
6. POWER STRIP!
7. laundry soap
8. Alarm
9. rug
10. winter coat (it gets cold here in PA)!
If anyone has anything else to add, please do!
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August 2, 2006
No twiddling your thumbs here!
Yes, my friends, it is that time of year. 26…yes, I said 26 days until the first day of class! Can you believe it?
As returning students and incoming freshman come to campus, the question always comes up, “What is there to do and how do we find out about it?”
I am here to help.
There is always something fun and exciting happening on campus throughout the week and on weekends. The Student Activities Council plans various events every weekend during the fall and spring semesters for students to relax, have fun experience new things, hang out with friends, and meet new people!
Some highlights of past events on campus include: foam dances, coffee house musicians, laser tag, inflatable rides, comedians, hypnotists, Kennywood days, Pirates/Penguins games, and trips to Washington D.C., Pittsburgh, and New York City. We have many university celebrations also – Homecoming, which is Oct. 6,7, and 8th this year; Family Day, Christmas on the Hill…just to name a few!
In addition there are programs that are coordinated by student organizations. For example, Make – A – Wish organization coordinates the House on Haunted Hill for the campus and surrounding community.
Don’t forget about the array of sports to be involved in as a player or supporter. We have the lawns, fields, and courts for volleyball, tennis, and basketball for student use. The Athletic Department coordinates an intramural program also, based on student interest.
I know what your next question is…”How do I find out about all the things going on?”
Again, I am here to help!
There are a number of ways to find out what’s happening on campus. Check out the Communicator online campus bulletin that is updated daily; the student newspaper, the Setonian, which is issued four times per semester; the online campus calendar of events on the homepage and there is also a calendar located outside the Activities Office (Maura 223) for further club and event information.
Now, you can’t say I didn’t tell you what happens on campus, when some events happen, and how to find out all of this information!
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