March/April 2015
Project REACH Members at Broadway in Syracuse to see “Chicago” ! More photos on page 7
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Spotlight Good News Events Workshops New Group Gallery
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Several Project REACH members had an experience of a lifetime during spring break. They traveled to Ireland to participate in a course entitled, “Peat, Potatoes and Pubs: the Culture of Ireland.” Among the 42 Caz students on the trip were REACH members Salat Ali, Shakiya Booker, Carlos Garcia, Elliott Kelley, Melonie Madramootoo, Angela Martini, Gillian Riggall, Sonja Skalecki, and Brittany Whitehouse. Brittany said she learned about “how another culture lived outside of the United States. The people who live in Ireland are so kind and helpful.” Carlos agreed, “As soon as I landed in Ireland everyone was just friendly and helpful in anything I needed.”
Melonie Madramootoo (in front), Salat Ali, Carlos Garcia, Brittany Whitehouse
When asked about her favorite day trip, Brittany responded, “My favorite day trip was when we went to see the Cliffs of Moher. I enjoyed this one because I’m afraid of heights and I climbed to the top. It made me feel free and like the world was in my hands.” Salat and Carlos also chose the Cliffs of Moher as their favorite day trip. Salat commented that the scenery was “breathtaking.”
Salat said the street signs surprised him. “They were located on the sides of the buildings, which made it difficult to spot. Over all, Ireland was amazing, and I learned something new every day. It is a place you can go and never get bored.” Cliffs of Moher
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Kayle Light, academic coordinator for Project REACH, was selected to present at the International Mentoring Association’s annual conference in Phoenix-Gilbert, Arizona this April. Her workshop is titled “From Lectures to Linguini: Developing a Comprehensive Peer Mentoring Approach” and focuses on the academic and social components that drive effective mentoring programs.
Freshman Tai Terry received the Outstanding Leader Scholar Award and the Rising Star Award at the recent Leadership Conference Ceremony. His awards are pictured at right.
Congratulations are in order for several Project REACH members who applied and have been accepted to participate in the Canterbury Program for the fall 2015 semester! They are: Juanibel (Pam) Abreu, Salat Ali, Shakiya Booker, Shannon Collado,Tyne Emery,Tiffany Longacre, Alexandra Miller, Desire Rico, Alejandra Santos, and Stephanie Williams. INTRODUCING… Project REACH has hired two Peer Coaches! Patience Misner (left) and Beth Simmons (right), may be seen offering tutoring help in the Project REACH Study Center and in the dorms one evening per week.
Remember to like “Cazenovia College Project REACH” on Facebook to get up-to-date event information, including sign-up start dates! 3
To reserve tickets to any Project REACH event, contact Michele at matesch@cazenovia.edu or 315-655-7205.
Free Tickets for “Into the Woods”! Performance Dates: April 24, 25, 26, May 1,2,3 Fridays & Saturdays @ 8 pm Sundays @ 2 pm Attend the show and support REACH members in the cast: Leigha Burkhalter as “Cinderella” Sonja Skalecki as Narrator Tai Terry as “Jack”
Project REACH Members…
We want to hear from YOU! Join our
Cultural Events Committee Help us decide what cultural events to attend! Why join? Professional development Networking Resume building
What will be expected of you? Research/present possible events Help advertise events Help plan the logistics for events
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Please contact: McKenzie Houseman at mhouseman@cazenovia.edu
Check out the workshops designed for YOU!
April 6:
Social Media and Your Future
April 20:
Hey Juniors, Make the Most of Your Senior Year!
To sign up, contact Kayle Light at kjlight@cazenovia.edu or 315-655-7267
Plagiarism Workshop
What is “plagiarism”? What’s the big deal? What are the consequences of plagiarism at Cazenovia College?
Find out the answers to your questions! Wed., April 15 3-4 pm McDonald Lecture Hall For more information or to sign up, contact Michele Tesch at matesch@cazenovia.edu or 315-655-7205 5
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