Run. Jog. Walk
Want a way to look FINE in '09?
Need a great New Year's resolution?
Come join Team Belmont as we train together for the Counrty Music ½ Marathon. This 16 week training course will adequately prepare all participants to run the Country Music ½ Marathon on April 25th, 2009. Training begins in January. The information meetings will be December 1st and 8th at 10am in the Group Fitness Room. For more information check out our blog at http://forum.belmont.edu OR email Melissa at thomasm@pop.belmont.edu.

Posted by April Hefner at 04:17 PM on November 24, 2008 | Permalink

The University Wind Ensemble presents a pre-Thanksgiving concert on Mon., Nov. 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the Massey Performing Arts Center. Admission is free, and recital credit will be offered. Repertoire includes selections from Tielman Susato’s tuneful anthology of Renaissance music titled The Danserye, a contrast of Maurice Ravel’s Pavane pour une infante defunte for winds and for solo piano featuring Dr. Kristian Klefstadt, Aaron Copland’s An Outdoor Overture, a sampling of the Golden Age of Russian Orthodox music in a wind setting of Rachmaninoff’s All-Night Vigil, and the intensely rhythmic and percussive sound of Dana Wilson’s Dance of the New World. Please join us!

For information about the Wind Ensemble or performance opportunities in other university bands, please visit our Web page.

Posted by April Hefner at 03:01 PM on November 21, 2008 | Permalink

There truly is no place like home as the greatest family musical of all time, the wonderful Wizard of Oz, twists its way into Nashville! The entire family will be captivated as they travel down the Yellow Brick Road and beyond with Dorothy, Toto and their friends the Cowardly Lion, Tin Man and Scarecrow in this lavish production featuring breathtaking special effects, dazzling choreography and classic songs. Your special discounted performances of The Wizard of Oz are Thurs., Jan. 15 at 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Jan. 18 at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Glengarry Glen Ross, a classic of the American theatre, is David Mamet at his best, and 2009 marks the 25th anniversary of this Pulitzer Prize-winning drama. Never has the author’s ear for the rhythms of contemporary speech been more keen than in this tale of cutthroat competition among real estate salesmen. Your special discounted performances of Glengarry Glen Ross are Sat., Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m., Tues., Feb. 10 at 6:30 p.m. and Wed., Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m.

To purchase tickets for either production, log on to www.tpac.org/corporatesaver and click on University. Then use password belmont.

Posted by April Hefner at 10:10 AM on November 20, 2008 | Permalink

Would you like to make a difference in the life of a child? Big Brothers Big Sisters needs you! You only need to spend one hour each week with your little brother or little sister. You can meet with your little brother or little sister during or after school at some of the local youth centers and schools: Youth Life Learning Center on Tennessee Avenue, West End Middle School on West End Avenue, Sylvan Park Elementary on Utah Avenue, Napier Elementary on Fairfield Avenue and several other locations. For more information, contact Anne Gallo at Big Brothers Big Sisters 522-5658 or anne.gallo@bbbs.org.

Posted by April Hefner at 10:03 AM on November 20, 2008 | Permalink

Junior Cassidy Alexander, who goes by Cassidy Lynn, recently entered CMT's "Music City Madness" contest along with 7,000 other videos. CMT picked 64 to begin the contest and now it's up to the public to vote. CMT has cut the number in half after each round of viewer votes, and they are down to the Elite 8 with Cassidy still in the running! Her video, "Down By The Bonfire" needs your vote!

Each round ends Monday nights at midnight, and starts again Tuesdays at noon. Log onto www.madness.cmt.com and vote as many times as you want. The winner gets a meeting with the A&R department at Warner Brothers Records, mentoring sessions with Randy Travis and their own Unplugged session on CMT.

Posted by April Hefner at 09:10 AM on November 20, 2008 | Permalink

Due to work Metro Water needs to do on a new water line that will serve the campus, portions of 15th Ave. and Acklen Ave. will be closed on Thurs., Nov. 20, Fri., Nov. 21 and Mon., Nov. 24. 15th Ave. will be blocked from Wedgewood to Caldwell. Acklen will be closed from 12th Ave. just past the intersection at 15th Avenue. Both streets will be closed to thru traffic, but residents living along the closed stretch will have access to their homes. Access to the Inman garage will be limited to the alley entrance from Wedgewood and the entrance and exit from E. Belmont Circle.

Posted by April Hefner at 11:12 AM on November 19, 2008 | Permalink

If you ordered a 2008 Fall Follies DVD, it is ready to be picked up. You can pick up your copy between 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, at the front desk in the Student Affairs Office (which is located on the second floor of the Beaman Student Life Center). You must present your Belmont ID, and initial for the DVD as well.

Posted by April Hefner at 10:39 AM on November 19, 2008 | Permalink

Belmont's Advertising Principles is hosting a Faith & Development convocation Wed., Nov. 19 at 10 a.m. in the Massey Boardroom. This event features the life-changing stories of the women of Thistle Farms. These women have overcome strong addictions through God's grace and the support of others. Experience their new lives working together at Thistle Farms creating all-natural products. Hear, sample and support the healing power of love this holiday season. They will also be bringing their lotions, candles and salt scrubs to share with you. They make a great gift for your family!

About Thistle Farms: Thistle Farms is a non-profit business operated by the women of Magdalene. By hand, the women create natural bath and body products that are as kind to the environment as they are to the body. All sales proceeds go back into supporting the residents of Magdalene.

Posted by April Hefner at 10:56 AM on November 18, 2008 | Permalink

Think it's unfair you can't play basketball in the fall? Well, now you can! Belmont Intramurals is hosting the first ever Holiday Hoops 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament in a few weeks. Rosters are due Nov. 21, and the Informational Meeting is Nov. 24 at 7 p.m. in the Beaman Student Life Center. If you have any questions, please contact Allison Holden at intramurals@mail.belmont.edu or 460-6245.

Posted by April Hefner at 10:29 AM on November 18, 2008 | Permalink

Want to avoid gaining weight from all the fabulous Thanksgiving food? Come join Freshman Fitness at 10 a.m. on Fri. Nov. 21 in the Beaman Group Fitness Room as we wrap up our convocation series for Fall 2008. Kyle Grover, general manager of Sodexho, will be talking about how to make healthy eating decisions over the holidays. PG convo will be given.

Posted by April Hefner at 02:55 PM on November 17, 2008 | Permalink

Did you know that smoking causes more than 400,000 deaths yearly and that all cancers caused by smoking could be prevented? This Thursday (Nov. 20) is the "33rd Great American Smokeout" sponsored by the American Cancer Society. Join with the staff of Health Services to encourage your smoking friends to give up tobacco for one day. Find smoking information and web links on the Health Services Web site or make an appointment to discuss quitting.

For a fascinating history of smoking, visit www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/smoking.

Check out your "Smoke-O-Scope" at the Joe Chemo website: www.joechemo.org.

Try out the Quit Wizard at www.makesmokinghistory.org/quitting-smoking, or learn more about the ingredients in tobacco products.

Posted by April Hefner at 10:54 AM on November 17, 2008 | Permalink

Do you want to be the Producer of Fall Follies 2009? Pick up an application on the window of the Program Board office located in the Beaman Student Life Center. Applications are due back to the Program Board office by Tues., Dec. 2 at noon. Sign up for an interview time when you pick up your application. Interviews for the next Producer will take place Thursday and Friday, Dec.. 4 and 5. Please contact Brianna Conrad, producer of Fall Follies 2008, with any questions at 460-8527 or programboard@mail.belmont.edu.

Posted by April Hefner at 10:52 AM on November 17, 2008 | Permalink

Sigma Alpha Iota will be sponsoring a Food Drive for Second Harvest Food Bank Nov. 17-21. There is a high demand this time of year for non-perishable food items in Nashville and surrounding communities. Boxes will be set up in all Residence Halls, Wilson Music Building and Massey Business Center lobbies where you can drop off any non-perishable food items you wish to donate. For more information, contact Samantha Russart at russarts@pop.belmont.edu.

Posted by April Hefner at 09:34 AM on November 17, 2008 | Permalink

The Freshman Class Council is sponsoring a stocking drive for the children at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital. Donations can be dropped off at the front desk of any Freshman or partly Freshman dorm. The drive will last from Nov.1-Dec. 1. Please donate only new items. Items do not need to be already assembled in stockings. The Freshman Class Council will create the stockings when the drive is complete. Remember, every little toy can improve the Christmas of a child in the hospital! Be generous! The following items have been deemed appropriate for donation by the hospital:

-DVDs (G and PG only)
-Scissors
-Crayola Markers, Crayons, Colored Pencils
-School Glue
-Fabric paints
-Stickers
-Word Search, Crossword Puzzle books
-Prepackaged Craft kits- for teens
-Construction Paper
-Glue sticks
-Paint pens
-Playdoh
-Coloring books
-Glitter pens
-Board Games/Cards (for kids or teens)
-Plain T-shirts (Child and Adult sizes)
-Disposable Cameras
-Handheld electronic games
-Rattles
-Infant blankets
-Teething Rings
-Etch a Sketch (any size)
-Koosh Balls
-Legos/Duplos
-Dolls - need to be plastic and multi-cultural
-Magna doodles
-Bubbles
-Balls, all sizes
-Matchbox Cars
-Pillowcases (colors, solids and design)
-CDs (Lullaby/Classical, popular teen music, children's songs, Spanish, blank)
-Gift Cards from Target or Borders
-Phone Cards
-Books (infant through adolescent) English and Spanish
-Different Holiday (laminated or plastic) Decorations
-Ziplock containers
-Individually wrapped snack items
-Canned soft drinks
-Bottled water
-Plastic ware - Plates, Cups, Napkins, Utensils
-Stockings

Posted by April Hefner at 01:57 PM on November 14, 2008 | Permalink

Due to ongoing construction of the new Health Sciences/Pharmacy building, a portion of the parking lot around the Psychology building will be closed starting at 3 p.m. on Fri., Nov. 14. The lot will be impacted from the entrance by the Psychology building across to East Belmont Circle. This area will be fenced in next week as preparations continue for blasting to construct the 450 car underground parking garage that will sit beneath the new building. Additional on campus parking is available in both the Curb and Thrailkill Garages. Also, Belmont offers "Zipcars" (www.zipcar.com/belmont) and has secured partnerships with Nashville's Metro Transit Authority (MTA) to provide all students, faculty and staff alternative transportation to and from campus on MTA buses and the Music City Star rail system.

Posted by April Hefner at 03:27 PM on November 13, 2008 | Permalink

For several years now, the Belmont Ambassadors have sponsored the Salvation Army Angel Tree. Although this is a difficult year for our country financially, we have taken on more angels than ever in an effort to make one more child have a great Christmas! We need your help to ensure we won't have to return any angels without a gift. Sponsor one or more angels yourself, or go together with co-workers or classmates and help us make this year's Salvation Army Angel Tree the most successful year yet! Angels are located on trees in the Massey Business School Lobby and the Beaman Student Life Center Lobby. You may pick up an angel at either location. Angel gifts are to be returned to Fidelity 103 by Thurs., Dec. 4.

Thank you for your support and God Bless,
Audra Stratton
Ambassador President, Senior Nursing Major

Posted by April Hefner at 02:09 PM on November 13, 2008 | Permalink

Step away from the books, and take a study break for some free pancakes and fellowship. This is an event hosted by University Ministries each semester on "Dead Day," the day between classes ending and finals starting, to give students a little relief and an energy boost before finals begin.

Also, we will be hosting a toy drive for Christmas during the event.

Bring a toy – Eat a Pancake!
Dec. 10 from 9-11 p.m. in the UM lounge

For more information, please contact the Office of University Ministries at 615/460-6419 or barclayk@mail.belmont.edu.

Posted by April Hefner at 01:32 PM on November 13, 2008 | Permalink

Nominations for the common book for Fall 2009 for all First-Year Seminars will be accepted through Mon., Nov. 24. All members of the Belmont community are invited to participate in this process. All submissions must address the questions on the attached form. Click here to download the form. Please fill out and submit to Regine Schwarzmeier at
schwarzmeierr@mail.belmont.edu .

Previous common books were After Such Knowledge by Eva Hoffman, Life of Pi by Yann Martel, The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down by Anne Fadiman, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon and the 2008 book, Lies My Teacher Told Me by James W. Loewen.

Thank you,
Ken Spring & Regine Schwarzmeier
First Year Seminar Co-Coordinators

Posted by April Hefner at 01:13 PM on November 13, 2008 | Permalink

The Office of Campus Security is hosting a R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense) Systems class on Tuesdays and Thursdays in December (Dec. 2, 4, 9 and 11) in the Security Operations Center from 6-9 p.m. each night. Cost is $10 for BU affiliated or immediate family member, and $20 for non-BU affiliate when space is available, and this fee covers the cost of manuals, supplies and refreshments. To register, contact Renee Ruthven with the Office of Campus Security at crimeprevention@mail.belmont.edu or 615/460-6617. Click here for more information.

Posted by April Hefner at 10:38 AM on November 13, 2008 | Permalink

A Freshmen First! To the Class of 2012:
As freshmen, you were first initiated to Belmont's campus with Towering Traditions and Welcome Week. You've since experienced several months of university life, new independence and midterms, not to mention Debate08! You’ve become important members of the Bruin family. This Friday, you’ll have your first major opportunity to show your Bruin pride through participation in a very special event. I want to start a new tradition at Belmont, and I’ve chosen this year’s freshman class as the one to begin what will become an annual custom. On Friday, November 14, the Belmont Bruins men’s basketball team opens its regular season at home against Samford in the Curb Event Center. I’m inviting all Belmont freshmen to join the cheerleaders in bringing in our team. It’s an opportunity to make some noise, show your Bruin pride and fully engage in the Belmont spirit in front of a packed house of fellow students and community supporters.

You’ll be the first freshman class ever to participate in a "Freshmen First" welcome to Bruins’ basketball. As the largest class in Belmont’s history, I believe your excitement will open our season with an enthusiasm unlike anything seen before in the Curb Event Center. In fact, the entire day will be a celebration of Belmont Spirit with a Tailgate Party prior to the Game and a contest for the President’s Spirit Award.

All freshmen participants will meet in the Beaman lobby at 6:30 p.m. on November 14. For questions or more information, contact Amy Coles at 460-6407 or Susan West at 460-6435.

Freshmen… First on the Floor… Fire Up the Team... Fan the Flames of B.U. Spirit.

Be a Bruin!,
Bob Fisher

Posted by April Hefner at 01:22 PM on November 12, 2008 | Permalink

Belmont Outdoor Pursuits (B.O.P.) is headed east for an overnight camping adventure to Fall Creek Falls State Park! We will be leaving Sat., Nov. 15 at 9 a.m. to make camp for the night, go on hikes, interact with nature and make new friends. This is a great opportunity to get out of the city and see what Mother Nature has to offer. The cost for the trip is $20, and transportation and camping equipment will be provided. You will provide your own food throughout the trip. Space is limited so sign up today. Registration forms are available at http://forum.belmont.edu/BFitBU.

Posted by April Hefner at 09:47 AM on November 12, 2008 | Permalink

Join President Fisher Nov. 14 for a campus-wide Spirit contest with this year's trophy and bragging rights awarded to the university group demonstrating the most school spirit at the Tailgate Party & Men's Basketball Home Opener.

Fri., Nov. 14: Spirit08!
5:30 p.m. Tailgate Party on the Grassy Knoll with Free Food
(Registered groups can select tailgating space and start decorating Thursday night.)

7 p.m. Game Tip-off in the Curb Event Center
The Spirit Award Trophy will be presented to the winning group at the end of the game.

Team Signups: Sign up Nov. 5 or 12 in the Caf, or pre-register your team via email at presidentspiritaward@mail.belmont.edu. Teams must pre-register to compete.

How to Win: Groups’ spirit will be judged on Game Day by Dr. Fisher and his Spirit committee. Criteria will include Belmont attire, Creativity at the Tailgate and the Game (posters, original cheers, etc), Overall Presence and Volume.

Join a team. Win the trophy. Be a Bruin!

Posted by April Hefner at 11:27 AM on November 11, 2008 | Permalink

Thanksgiving is in just a few weeks, and Belmont Intramurals is celebrating with our annual 5K run, the Turkey Trot, on Nov. 19. The winner of the race will get their own frozen turkey. Turkey Trot sign-ups are in the Beaman until Nov. 14, and there's an info meeting on Nov. 17 in the Beaman Center Conference Room. To download the roster, please visit http://forum.belmont.edu. If you need any more information, please contact Allison Holden at 460-6245 or at intramurals@mail.belmont.edu.

Posted by April Hefner at 11:05 AM on November 11, 2008 | Permalink

2008 Fall Follies T-shirts and DVDs are on sale now! Click here to download order forms. Items are on sale for $10 each. Deadline for pre-orders is 4:30 p.m., Thurs., Nov. 13. Please return form(s) with payment to the Student Affairs Office (located on the 2nd Floor of the Beaman Student Life Center). We are only able to accept cash or checks.

Click the "continue reading" link below to see pictures of the Fall Follies 2008 T-shirt (front and back).

Thank you in advance for supporting Program Board.

Continue reading "2008 Fall Follies T-shirts and DVDs Are on Sale Now" ...

Posted by April Hefner at 11:08 AM on November 10, 2008 | Permalink

If you're looking for a part-time or full time job, click here to visit the Career Services online job site. Log in with your BUid. Questions? Email wheelerl@mail.belmont.edu or call 460-6490.

Posted by April Hefner at 10:01 AM on November 10, 2008 | Permalink

Sodexo is having its annual canned food drive to help stock Second Harvest food banks across the nation. This year Sodexo is launching a national attempt to break the World Record for the largest food drive by a non-charitable organization. Belmont Dining wants to do its part. Please stop by the Dining Hall this Wed., Nov. 12, and donate canned goods to this great cause! We are accepting donations from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Let's stock the Nashville Second Harvest Food bank for the upcoming holiday season! We will see you Wednesday!

Posted by April Hefner at 09:57 AM on November 10, 2008 | Permalink

Wallyball is just around the corner, and Belmont Intramurals wants you to join in on the fun! Never heard of Wallyball? It's a lot like indoor volleyball, but it's played in a racquetball court at a much faster pace! Wallyball Rosters are due on Nov. 7 in the Beaman Student Life Center. The Informational Meeting will be on Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. in the Beaman Center Conference Room. This year's Wallyball Tournament will be on Nov. 22 and 23. To download all rosters, please visit http://forum.belmont.edu. If you need any more information, please contact Allison Holden at 460-6245 or at intramurals@mail.belmont.edu.

Posted by April Hefner at 02:25 PM on November 04, 2008 | Permalink

Join us this Sat., Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. in the Curb Event Center for the free annual Urban/Pop Showcase featuring performances by Robert Kelly, Marie Hines, Future and The Nerq Twins. MBU/EIS/SNG credit offered.

Posted by April Hefner at 09:28 AM on November 04, 2008 | Permalink

Thank you to all of the students, parents, staff and faculty who attended Fall Follies this year. We sincerely appreciated your support. --Henderson Hill III, assistant director of Student Activities, and Program Board.

Posted by April Hefner at 01:49 PM on November 03, 2008 | Permalink