Homecoming 2009 welcomes a special edition of the ASCAP Writers' Night to the schedule. On Fri., Feb. 27 at 6 p.m. in the Curb Cafe, Belmont alumnus and singer/songwriter Andy Davis ('03) will serve as host. A rising star, Davis is known for his "distinctive melodies and infectious layered vocals anchored by personal yet universal lyrics. He embraces a range of times, influences and genres… earning comparisons from Ben Folds to Paul Simon to Badly Drawn Boy, as well as the classic story-centered songwriting of Billy Joel."

For more information on Andy Davis, visit his Web site at www.andydavisonline.com

Click here for a complete listing of all Homecoming 2009 events.

Posted by April Hefner at 09:40 AM on January 30, 2009 | Permalink

Zipcar is wheels when you want them, literally. With Zipcars parked on campus, all you have to do is decide where you want to go and when. Zipcar's cutting edge technology allows you to reserve online, or on your mobile device, 24/7. Low hourly and daily rates include gas, insurance and 180 miles per day. Why deal with having a car on campus? Join now at www.zipcar.com/belmont .

Posted by April Hefner at 09:22 AM on January 30, 2009 | Permalink

Nashville Ballet offers special discounts to the Belmont community. The ballet's artist receptions and Sneak-Peek performances are free, and students can get "student-rush" tickets for both of our shows day-of-show with their Belmont students IDs. As always, there is a 20 percent discount for all Belmont faculty. The discount codes for that option would be ticket type UNIV at the TPAC box office or using password UNIVERSE20 when ordering online. Below is the current schedule:

When: February 13-15, 20-21, 2009
What: Twyla Tharp’s Sinatra Suite, James Canfield’s Jungle, Salvatore Aiello’s Clowns & Others, and Paul Vasterling’s Adjustable Wrench
Where: Polk Theater at TPAC
What: Nashville Ballet’s eclectic and exciting offering of repertory dance works…just in time for Valentine's Day!
Cost: Tickets range from $19- $72 with special “student rush” tickets available day-of-show for $12. Groups of 10 or more receive discounted rates. Call 297-2966 ext. 10 for group tickets. Single tickets can be purchased from www.nashvilleballet.com, by calling 255-ARTS,or in person at the TPAC box office downtown and at Davis-Kidd Booksellers in the Mall of Green Hills.

When: Friday, April 24-Sunday, April 26, 2009
Where: TPAC Jackson Hall
What: The colossal and spectacular Carmina Burana. Nashville Ballet joins with the Nashville Symphony spilling out into the aisles of Jackson hall, the 200 voice Oratorio Choir from Belmont University, the Nashville Children’s Choir to perform the world-famous score. This family-friendly version will leave you humming “O Fortuna” when you leave.
Cost: Tickets range from $19 - $72 with special “student rush” tickets available day-of-show for $12. Groups of 10 or more receive discounted rates. Call 297-2966 ext. 10 for group tickets. Single tickets can be purchased from www.nashvilleballet.com, by calling 255-ARTS or in person at the TPAC box office downtown and at Davis-Kidd Booksellers in the Mall of Green Hills.

Posted by April Hefner at 09:12 AM on January 30, 2009 | Permalink

On Sat., April 4, Student Government Association will be hosting its annual Bruin Den Day service community event. This year Belmont SGA is partnering with Hands on Nashville to create opportunities to plug in students with local community organizations. Breakfast and lunch will all be provided. This is an excellent opportunity to serve your community as well as have a great time!

Four credit hours of community service convo will be given! Free T-shirts to participants as well!

Last year we worked with such organizations as Carter Lawrence Elementary Magnet School, Dismas House, Edgehill Center, Fall-Hamilton Enhanced Option School, The Habitat HomeStore, Hospital Hospitality House, Lakeshore Wedgewood and Wedgewood Urban Community Garden.

All registration will be done online through Hands on Nashville's Web site. Please stay tuned for more information directing you to the registration process that will open at the beginning of February. You will be able to see each individual site and its description, and from there you may sign up for your preferred site.

If you have any questions about this event or would like to find out more, please go to SGA's website campus.belmont.edu/sga or contact Klay Kelley at sga@mail.belmont.edu or by phone at 460-6428.

Invite all your friends!

Posted by April Hefner at 02:59 PM on January 29, 2009 | Permalink

Interested in serving on a mission team during Spring and/or Summer Break? Sign ups are now open for all mission trips! Teams will be serving this Spring Break in Pine Ridge, Columbus, New York, Los Angeles, Jamaica and Chicago. Teams will be serving this summer in Jamaica and Africa. For trip details or simply more information, contact the Office of University Ministries at 460-6419.

Posted by April Hefner at 09:11 AM on January 28, 2009 | Permalink

The INTO Nashville for Feb. 21 is full at this time, and University Ministries is no longer accepting registrations for it. However, there will be more INTO Nashville opportunities throughout the semester. Keep checking BIC, the Calendar or stop by University Ministries for upcoming dates, and remember to sign up quickly, as this is a very popular program that fills up fast.

Posted by April Hefner at 09:08 AM on January 28, 2009 | Permalink

Belmont and the Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business present Song Search, a project to bring the music industry even closer to campus. The purpose and goal is to create further awareness of the available talent at Belmont University, and we need your help!

* Each semester, original songs will be gathered, and a small, random student panel will select the best to be represented on a compilation album.

* A professional panel made up of select, key industry members will be made aware of these songs, of which future events may be planned.

* The album will then be distributed to various industry personnel, in person and as well at a pending release showcase!

The link for song submissions is http://campus.belmont.edu/mb/CEMBSongSearch.html

The song submission limit is one original song per writer. Deadline is Feb. 15, 2009. This is our first go-around with the program, and it's success is all dependent on you, so let's get the word out!

Join the facebook group "Belmont Song Search" for updates and further information about the program and upcoming events.

Posted by April Hefner at 01:53 PM on January 27, 2009 | Permalink

The Belmont Wind Ensemble has two chairs open for clarinetists. Rehearsals take place Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30-5 p.m. Scholarships are available. If you are interested in joining the Wind Ensemble, please contact Dr. Barry Kraus (krausb@mail.belmont.edu) or call 460-6024. You may also visit the Wind Ensemble web page for more information.

Posted by April Hefner at 01:47 PM on January 26, 2009 | Permalink

Are you interested in making some extra money by providing occasional childcare for individual familes or by tutoring individuals in the community? Stop by the Office of Career Services on the south end of the 2nd floor of Gabhart Student Center, and add your name to the Childcare and/or Tutor Lists.

Posted by April Hefner at 09:25 AM on January 26, 2009 | Permalink

GO! Week is designed to help the Belmont community think globally about how to impact the world around them. Kimberly Smith from MakeWay Partners and Steve Davis from Justice and Mercy International will be joining us. Students will also have the opportunity to hear about/sign up for Belmont spring and summer mission trip opportunities.

For a detailed schedule of events visit: www.belmont.edu/universityministries or call 615-460-6419. You won’t want to miss these opportunities!

Posted by April Hefner at 02:08 PM on January 23, 2009 | Permalink

The Nashville Shakespeare Festival is currently presenting Richard the Thirdat Belmont's Troutt Theater. The show runs this weekend, with performances at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights, and next weekend, Jan. 30-31, with performances at 7:30 p.m. The play also has matinee performances at 2:30 p.m. on Sun., Jan. 25, and Sunday, Feb. 1. For students, tickets are $10 for the night performances and $8 for the matinees. Tickets may be purchased at the door starting one hour before performance or through the web link below.

http://www.ticketsnashville.com/WebSales/Pages/VenueListPage.aspx?rguid=e9db9429-2a4e-43f6-90fd-94950dce1dc3&

Posted by April Hefner at 02:02 PM on January 23, 2009 | Permalink

Maggie Moos (Green Hills and Cool Springs locations only) is offering a 50 percent discount every Monday this semester for all Belmont employees and students with ID. This applies to any menu item every Monday this semester. Offer expires May 11, 2009.

Download the flyer here.

Posted by April Hefner at 10:23 AM on January 23, 2009 | Permalink

The Tuesday and Wednesday 12:30 p.m. classes will now begin at 12:25 p.m. Visit our Beaman Blog at forum.belmont.edu/bfitbu for a complete list of classes and descriptions.

Posted by April Hefner at 10:16 AM on January 23, 2009 | Permalink

The Office of Campus Security will be hosting a R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense) Class for Women this February. The class will meet on Sundays: Feb. 1, 8 and 15 from 2-5 p.m. in the Belmont Commons Clubhouse.

The Rape Aggression Defense System is a program of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques for women. The R.A.D. System is a comprehensive, women-only course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, while progressing on to the basics of hands-on defense training. R.A.D. is not a Martial Arts program. Our courses are taught by nationally certified R.A.D. Instructors and provide each student with a workbook/reference manual.

For more information on class times and how to register, visit our Web site at http://www.belmont.edu/ocs/RAD_Systems_for_Women/index.html or email Renee Ruthven at crimeprevention@mail.belmont.edu.

Posted by April Hefner at 11:23 AM on January 21, 2009 | Permalink

The Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) is offering special discounts to Belmont students, faculty and staff for upcoming performances of Tony-winning musical "Jersey Boys" and Pulitzer Prize drama winner "Rabbit Hole."

"Jersey Boys" is the 2006 Tony Award®-winning Best Musical about Rock and Roll Hall of Famers The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi. This is the story of how four blue-collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music history. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sounds and sold 175 million records worldwide – all before they were 30! Discounted tickets are available for shows on Thurs., March 19 at 7:30 p.m., Tues., March 31 at 7:30 p.m., Fri., April 3 at 8 p.m. and Sat., April 4 at 2 p.m.

"Rabbit Hole" won the 2006 Pulitzer Prize for drama. Becca and Howie Corbett have everything a family could want, until a life-shattering accident turns their world upside down and leaves the couple drifting perilously apart. "Rabbit Hole" charts their bittersweet search for comfort in the darkest of places and for a path that will lead them back into the light of day. Discounted performances of Rabbit Hole are Sat., March 21 at 7:30 p.m., Tues., March 24 at 6:30 p.m. and Fri., March 27 at 7:30 p.m.

How-To: To purchase discounted tickets for these productions, simply log on to www.tpac.org/corporatesaver and click on UNIVERSITY. Your password is belmont.

Posted by April Hefner at 10:25 AM on January 21, 2009 | Permalink

Residence Life will again be sponsoring an Alternative Spring Break trip to Clarkesville, Ga. March 8-14. We will be partnering with Habitat for Humanity Collegiate Challenge and working with other college students from around the country as we take part in building a home for a family in Northeast Georgia. We only have nine more spots available for students from Belmont and will be holding an interest meeting Frid., Jan. 23 at 10 a.m. and another interest meeting on Mon., Jan. 26 at 10 a.m. in Massey 109. We’ll also combine some camping in the Smoky Mountains and possible white water rafting at the end of the trip if the group is interested. Stop by on Friday or Monday to hear details about the project. If you would like to get your name in to reserve your spot early, or cannot make the interest meeting and would like more information, e-mail Steve Simpson (simpsons@mail.belmont.edu) or Annalise Emerick (emericka@pop.belmont.edu).

Posted by April Hefner at 10:21 AM on January 21, 2009 | Permalink

Program Board presents "Living Out Diversity: a spoken word contest" on Fri., Jan. 30 from 7:30-9 p.m. in the Curb Cafe. Culture & Arts Convocation credit will be given for those who attend and participate in the competition. Sign-up sheet for the competition is available on the door of the Program Board Office (2nd Floor of the BSLC across from the Rock Wall), and sign up will be open from Jan. 21 thru the day of the show. Download the poster below to see more information as well as the rules of the competition.

Click here to download Contest Poster.

Posted by April Hefner at 10:13 AM on January 21, 2009 | Permalink

Welcome back, students!
The Writing Center opens this Wednesday, January 21. We work with all writers in all stages of the writing process. We know many of you are working on applications and resumes this month, and the Writing Center is a great place to bring those sorts of projects! Call Kristin at x6241 for an appointment.
Spring hours are as follows:

Monday: 9:00am—7:30pm
Tuesday: 9:30am—8:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am—8:00pm
Thursday: 9:30 am—4:30 pm
Friday: 10:30 am—5:00pm

Posted by April Hefner at 10:03 AM on January 20, 2009 | Permalink

The deadline to apply for the 2009 Country Showcase is this Fri., Jan. 23 by 4 p.m. Visit www.belmontshowcaseseries.com/country to complete the online application.

Posted by Jennifer Wetzel at 09:09 AM on January 20, 2009 | Permalink

As blasting continues for the construction of a new building and underground garage, Belmont University officials want to ensure the safest possible environment for all students, employees and guests. Belmont security officers and construction personnel will continue to block pedestrian and vehicular routes around the site during blasting. Those efforts will now be expanded to move individuals away from windows near the blast site.

All windows with a view towards the construction site in the following buildings must be cleared of people from the time of the warning horn (five and three minutes prior to the blast) until the “All Clear” is sounded at the completion of the blast:
Heron Hall
Pembroke Hall
Psychology Department Building
Inman Center
Massey Business Center

We appreciate your full cooperation with these new requirements, and thank you for your continued patience with ongoing construction. Blasting related to this project is scheduled to be completed by the beginning of March.

Posted by April Hefner at 02:51 PM on January 15, 2009 | Permalink

Outdoor Pursuits will be heading to Kentucky to explore Mammoth Cave National Park on the Introduction to Caving Tour on Sat. Jan. 31. This is a "get on your hands and knees" type caving! We will be hiking, climbing, crawling, twisting, crouching, scooting and whatever else you need to do on this 1.25 mile tour. Only $38 for this opportunity to see the world's largest cave system. Don't miss out on this unique adventure! You can pick up a registration form at the Climbing Wall in the Beaman Center or you can click here.

Posted by April Hefner at 02:45 PM on January 15, 2009 | Permalink

The Belmont Wind Ensemble has current openings for 2nd and 3rd clarinet. Rehearsals take place in Belmont Heights Baptist Church on Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30-5 p.m. Membership is open to all majors, and scholarships are available. Contact Dr. Barry Kraus, director of bands by email (krausb@mail.belmont.edu) or by phone (460-6024). Visit our Web site for more information about the Wind Ensemble.

Posted by April Hefner at 04:07 PM on January 14, 2009 | Permalink

The United: For Change Kick-off concert will be Mon., Jan. 19, from 3-5 p.m. in MPAC featuring musical guests Mikeschair and Damien Horne. Personal Growth and Development Convocation will be offered.

In the minute it takes to read this letter, 27 children will have died of preventable causes when they could have been saved by a few dollars. However, many of us--especially in a struggling economy--believe we can't give enough to make a difference. Working alone can make it difficult to make an impact on overwhelming statistics. This spring UNITED: FOR CHANGE makes it possible for a small amount to have a tremendous impact.

The purpose of UNITED: FOR CHANGE is to rally college students to give their pocket change, hopefully a little over a dollar a week. There are 5,000 of us, so if we each contributed $20 total over the course of the semester, $100,000 would be raised for charities that directly assist children in our community and around the world.

This is a chance for us to come together as Belmont students to make a huge change! We will be hosting a kickoff event with a charity panel, so that you can hear specifically which projects we can support, then feature musical guests Damien Horne and Mikeschair. So join us Jan. 19, at 3 p.m. in the Massey Performing Arts Center.

Sincerely,
Joshua Maisner
Junior Marketing Major
UNITED: FOR CHANGE Founder

Posted by April Hefner at 01:43 PM on January 14, 2009 | Permalink

Students, want an on campus job with flexible hours? The Junior Advancement Group (JAG) is hiring for the spring semester! Work with your friends in a fun telefundraising atmosphere! You'll get paid to talk to alumni while networking as well as building PR and marketing skills. Earn as much as $9 an hour. Pick-up an application in Fidelity 111, or contact Jason Kistler at Kistlerj@mail.belmont.edu. Best job on campus!

Posted by April Hefner at 10:55 AM on January 14, 2009 | Permalink

Applications are being accepted until Jan. 30 for Resident Assistant positions for the 2009-2010 school year. Click here to apply or learn more about being an RA.

Posted by April Hefner at 08:02 AM on January 14, 2009 | Permalink

You're invited to a 2009 Presidential Inauguration Watch Party for the Belmont community on Tues., Jan. 20 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Beaman Student Life Center. Attendees may come and go as needed. Formal ceremony begins at 10:30 a.m. President-Elect Barack Obama is scheduled to take the Oath of Office at approximately 11 a.m. CST before delivering the Inaugural Address. Refreshments will be provided from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Posted by April Hefner at 04:49 PM on January 13, 2009 | Permalink

Stick to your New Year's resolution by Jumpstarting your fitness! Jumpstart is a free weight management program offered by the Beaman Student Life Center. This is an application-based program and will begin on Feb. 2. This program includes a pre-fitness assessment and a post-fitness assessment in order to track your progress. Both of these will include a variety of fitness tests and a body composition analysis. It also includes a nutrition information meeting, diet analysis, a personalized exercise plan and a personal trainer. In order for you to see the maximum results, you must be able to meet three times a week for an hour, either on Monday, Wednesday and Friday or on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. There will be no exceptions! All of the chosen participants must be able to attend one of the two mandatory meetings, either Jan. 22 at 5 p.m. or Jan. 23 at 10 a.m. Applications are available at www.forum.belmont.edu/bfitbu and the front desk in the Beaman Student Life Center. Applications are due on Jan. 20 by 7 p.m.

Posted by April Hefner at 03:34 PM on January 13, 2009 | Permalink

This competition takes place during the spring semester. All Belmont undergraduate students are encouraged to apply. Students submit written applications and finalists present to a panel of community and alumni judges. The 1st Place Outstanding Belmont Student Entrepreneur of the Year Award is $5,000, with 2nd place receiving $2,000 and 3rd place receiving $1,000.

All students are encouraged to apply, even if the business is in its early stages, using the following guidelines:

1. The competition is open to any currently enrolled Belmont undergraduate student.

2. All finalists are required to present their business plans to a committee of community judges in a formal competition on Fri., March 20, 2009. All written plans are due by March 6. Turn plans in to Becky Gann, 431 – Massey Business Center.

3. Students are required to exhibit proof that he/she through his/her own creative initiative is in the process of starting or is already operating an entrepreneurial business venture.

4. All written business plan submissions will include the following:

* Executive Summary
* Mission and Vision, Goals and Description of the Business
* Marketing Plan
* Operating Plan
* Finance Plan
* Growth Plan
* Financial Reports (historical if applicable and projected: cash flow statement, income statement, balance sheet and use for funds and possible exit strategies)

Please note:
* Plans should be double spaced using a 12 point Times New Roman font and 1 inch margins.
* Maximum 10 pages with 10 pages of financials – TOTAL OF 20 PAGES MAX (note: this is a change in length requirement)
* Business Plans are due on 3/6/2009 - deliver to Becky Gann, 431 Massey Business Center
* Supplemental material can be submitted, but the above criteria will be the sole means used to evaluate all submissions.
* Contact Becky Gann with questions at gannb@mail.belmont.edu or 615.460.6601.

5. Scholarships will be awarded for the current school year and may affect other financial aid. If you have questions about how it may impact your financial aid package, please contact Student Financial Services.

Posted by April Hefner at 02:13 PM on January 13, 2009 | Permalink

If you were one of the first 75 people to buy a ticket to the Mistletoe Ball, you get a free T-shirt. You must have your Belmont ID to pick up your T-shirt. You may pick up your shirt at the SGA office Jan. 14 from 10-11 a.m. and 2-3 p.m. or on Jan. 15 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. The SGA office is located on the first floor fo the Beaman Student Life Center, across from the rock wall.

Posted by April Hefner at 02:09 PM on January 13, 2009 | Permalink

Don't forget if you want to submit a packet for Rock Showcase, please due so by 6 p.m. this Friday (Jan. 16). Click here to go to the Web page where you can complete and submit a packet.

If you have any questions or problems, please contact David Venus at davidvenus@gmail.com.

Posted by April Hefner at 01:54 PM on January 13, 2009 | Permalink

The first of its kind in Nashville, FastPitch is a new style of competition designed to showcase great entrepreneurial ideas. Entrepreneurs from our community will compete with 60-second pitches in front of three judges and a live audience for cash awards and an opportunity for investment. PitchCamp will be held Fri., Feb. 6, from 1-5 p.m. in Belmont University's Gordon Inman Center. For applications and more information, visit www.fastpitchnashville.com.

Posted by April Hefner at 01:18 PM on January 13, 2009 | Permalink

Thanks to all of you who took our library survey last semester. Due to your responses and an increase in library usage, we will open the McWhorter classroom for student use when class is not in session. We will post the weekly class schedule on the door, so take a look. If class is not in session, just swipe your Belmont ID and go on in. If class is in session, please use a computer in reference or on the third floor. Thanks again for your input. It's very important as we continue to improve library services and facilities! BTW, look for additional comfy seating coming soon!

Posted by April Hefner at 01:10 PM on January 13, 2009 | Permalink

Stick to your New Year's Resolutions this year, and kick that extra weight to the curb! You can look fine in '09 with our exciting Group Fitness Classes in the Beaman Center. Click here to visit the Beaman Blog and download your copy of the new schedule and class descriptions. Classes begin on Wed., Jan. 14.

Posted by April Hefner at 12:16 PM on January 13, 2009 | Permalink

On the day before President-Elect Barack Obama's inauguration, Belmont University is hosting a launch party to benefit new charity organization UNITED: FOR CHANGE. The event will feature a concert by special musical guests. UNITED: FOR CHANGE, founded by Belmont junior Joshua Maisner, is a movement to raise awareness of impoverished children worldwide and to create a sustainable financial model for college-age students to be part of the solution in helping eradicate children's poverty. By asking each Belmont student to contribute their spare change each week, the organization hopes to raise $100,000 this semester to benefit four charities: Safe Haven Family Shelter, Feed the Children, African Leadership and World Vision.

When: Mon., Jan. 19 from 3-5 p.m.

Personal/Professional Growth convocation credit will be offered.

Posted by April Hefner at 03:04 PM on January 12, 2009 | Permalink

The Office of Campus Security will be hosting two R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense) Classes for Women this January. The Rape Aggression Defense System is a program of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques for women. The R.A.D. System is a comprehensive, women-only course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, while progressing on to the basics of hands-on defense training. R.A.D. is not a Martial Arts program. Our courses are taught by nationally certified R.A.D. Instructors and provide each student with a workbook/reference manual.

For more information on class times and how to register, visit our website at http://www.belmont.edu/ocs/RAD_Systems_for_Women/index.html or email Renee Ruthven at crimeprevention@mail.belmont.edu.

Posted by April Hefner at 10:38 AM on January 12, 2009 | Permalink

So you want to be a famous country singer? Now's your chance to prove you have what it takes! Visit www.belmontshowcaseseries.com/country to submit your online application for a chance to perform in the 2009 Country Showcase. The deadline to apply is Jan. 23 at 4 p.m.

Posted by April Hefner at 09:14 AM on January 12, 2009 | Permalink

Practical Massage, which is located at 3202 Belmont Blvd., is offering Belmont faculty, staff and students an ongoing 10 percent discount for massage services and yoga classes. Call 298-2845 to make an appointment and bring your Belmont ID to your session to take advantage of the discount. For more information, visit www.practicalmassage.com.

Posted by April Hefner at 11:17 AM on January 09, 2009 | Permalink

Want to drop those unwanted pounds? Want to learn how to lose weight and keep it off? Meetings are every Wednesday from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in Inman 110. Weight Watchers has a new and improved program. Come and check it out. They blended the flex and core plan for a better overall healthy lifestyle. Meetings begin Jan. 21 and run through April 1. Deadline to reserve your space and turn in payment is Mon., Jan. 19.

Contact Patsy Peach for more information at 460-6401 or peachp@mail.belmont.edu.

Posted by April Hefner at 01:52 PM on January 08, 2009 | Permalink

The Office of Campus Security just posted the "News from HQ" Security Newsletter for January. This publication offers monthly safety tips pertaining to the campus, city and sometimes even state or national concerns. The newsletter also features notices of upcoming events sponsored by the Crime Prevention Unit as well as important numbers for Campus Security and Metro Police. Click here to read the current issue.

Posted by April Hefner at 01:23 PM on January 08, 2009 | Permalink

If you have not yet picked up or reserved your student ticket to the Belmont-Lipscomb game but still wish to attend, please email Gerard McMahon at mcmahong@pop.belmont.edu to reserve your ticket to the most anticipated home game of the year. This year’s battle will take place on Mon., Jan. 12 at 7:15 p.m. following our women’s game against Lipscomb at 5 p.m. While this game occurs two days before classes resume, dorms will be open so you can still make it back to campus to cheer on Belmont against Lipscomb this Monday night!

Posted by Jennifer Wetzel at 10:04 AM on January 07, 2009 | Permalink

The Martin Luther King, Jr. committee is sponsoring a bus trip to Civil Rights Sites in Cincinnati, Ohio on Jan. 31, 2009. We will board the bus at 4:30 a.m. in the lower circle (in front of Wheeler) and will return to Belmont about 10 p.m. This trip is limited to one bus and will be on a first-come basis. The cost is $25 per person. Upon arrival in Cincinnati, we will tour the United Underground Railroad Freedom Center (www.freedomcenter.org). Following this, we will go as a group to lunch. The afternoon will include a trip to RACE: Are We So Different?, a traveling exhibit at the Cincinnati History Museum.

A bus trip to a significant civil rights site is a part of the MLK week celebration each year. We’ve been to Memphis, Birmingham, Atlanta and Cincinnati in the past. This year we are fortunate to be able to include the RACE exhibit in our plans. The exhibit is not scheduled to come to Tennessee, so this may be the only chance you have to see it. Students participating can receive personal/professional growth convocation credit. To apply, please come to the Psychology Building and see Mary Godwin for an application and to pay your $25.

Posted by April Hefner at 08:52 AM on January 02, 2009 | Permalink

Beginning Jan. 1, 2009, the 2009-2010 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or Renewal FAFSA can be filed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov and signed electronically using a PIN.

A PIN is a Personal Identification Number that allows students (and parents) access to sign and correct the 2009-2010 FAFSA or Renewal FAFSA on the web. Parents must obtain a separate PIN from their student to electronically sign the FAFSA. The U.S. Department of Education will automatically send PIN mailers to first-time applicants who file a 2009-2010 FAFSA. Students who did not file a FAFSA last year or did not receive a PIN can apply online at www.PIN.ed.gov.

March 1, 2009 is Belmont University's FAFSA "Priority" filing date.

Please use Belmont University's Title IV code 003479 when completing the FAFSA.

Posted by April Hefner at 08:47 AM on January 02, 2009 | Permalink

It's that time of year when snow appears in the forecast. Although campus closings and class cancellations are rare at Belmont University, snow and icy weather conditions do sometimes create the need for such action. In the event of inclement weather, there are several sources you can turn to for information about class cancellations and office closings, including Belmont's Text Alert messaging system, BIC, Belmont.edu home page, News Line (460-5000) and local media.

Contact communication@mail.belmont.edu for additional information.

Posted by April Hefner at 08:12 AM on January 02, 2009 | Permalink

Belmont students, faculty and staff can take advantage of special discounts on The Pajama Game and Riverdance performances at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC).

The Pajama Game is the must-see musical of the season! Bright and riotously funny, this fast-paced, frisky tale is theatre at its very best with this sparkling, all-new production of the Tony Award-winning, Broadway smash hit. The feisty employee representative has found her match in the pajama shop superintendent, and when the two get together, they wind up discussing a whole lot more than job actions! The high-energy score by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross brims with popular hits and musical theatre standards. Your special discounted performances of The Pajama Game are Thurs., Feb. 19 at 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Feb. 22 at 1 and 6:30 p.m.

Also, Riverdance, the thunderous celebration of Irish music, song and dance that has tapped its way onto the world stage thrilling millions of people around the globe, will play Farewell Performances at TPAC. “A Phenomenon of Historic Proportions!” raves the Washington Post. “An explosion of sight and sound that simply takes your breath away,” cheers the Chicago Tribune. Discover why nothing in the world compares to The Original International Phenomenon! Your special discounted performances of Riverdance are Thurs., Feb. 26 at 7:30 p.m., Sat., Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. and Sun., March 1 at 6:30 p.m.

How-To:
To purchase tickets for these productions, simply log on to www.tpac.org/corporatesaver and click on UNIVERSITY. Your password is belmont.

Posted by April Hefner at 07:37 AM on January 02, 2009 | Permalink

NBC's hit show "America's Got Talent" is teaming up with universities across the country to spread the word on its Casting Calls this year for "America's Got Talent" Season 4. Producers would love to get Belmont students, staff members and alumni to come out and audition.

With a talent search open to any act of any age, "America's Got Talent" has brought the variety format back to the forefront of American culture by showcasing the hottest performers from across the country. Each week, the show features a colorful array of hopeful stars, including singers, dancers, comedians, pets, musicians, contortionists, impressionists, jugglers, magicians and ventriloquists, all vying for their chance to perform on stage in front of a panel of celebrity judges and the viewing audience in the hopes they'll be chosen the winner.

For season four "America's Got Talent" is planning a MASSIVE nationwide audition tour starting in January. The auditions will be traveling across America to major cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington D.C. and Austin to name a few. The show's grand prize include $1 million and a headline show on the Las Vegas strip.

* Please log onto nbc.com/agt to pre-register for an Audition and for more information on AGT *

Posted by April Hefner at 07:35 AM on January 02, 2009 | Permalink