TAU BETA PI NEWSLETTER 4/14/08

In this issue:

1. Relay for Life (external hours or team activity)
2. Community Projects - Swann Center (2 external hours)
3. Liberal Cultures - Studio Dance II (2 internal hours)
4. Krannert Uncorked (team activity)
5. Initiation Information
6. Hours Tracking
7. Big Bent Polishing (team activity)
8. 2008-2009 Project Board Positions
9. Ruth and Harold Hayward Scholarship - Deadline Extended
10. Senior Medallions
11. Bent Polishing Hours

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1. Relay for Life (external hours or team activity)

Relay for Life is coming up soon the weekend of April 18-19 and the time has come to sign up.  If you would like to join the Tau Beta Pi Relay for Life team please go to www.relayforlifeuofi.com and click on "Join a Team."  In the Team Name search field enter "Tau Beta Pi" and click to join the team.  When asked for Participation Type, make sure to select "Joining a Team."  After filling out the information and confirming, please remember to email Luke at lwojtas2@uiuc.edu to let him know you signed up.

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2. Community Projects - Swann Center (2 external hours)

This Thursday we will be volunteering again at the Swann Center for disabled children.  We will meet at 6:00 in the circle drive on the north side of the Union and be at the Swann Center from 6:30-7:45.  Please email Luke at lwojtas2@uiuc.edu if you're interested and let him know if you are available to drive.

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3. Liberal Cultures - Studio Dance II (2 internal hours)

Thursday, April 17 at 7:30; tickets are $8

This will be a showcase for some modern dancing by the UIUC Dept of Dance students.  Please email Mary at myahl2@uiuc.edu to reserve a ticket.  Please RSVP by this Tuesday night.

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4. Krannert Uncorked (team activity)

Krannert Center Lobby, Thursday April 17 at 5 pm

Come try a selection of fine wines from a variety of local distributors while enjoying a musical performance by acoustic fingerstyle guitarist David Berchtold.  Beverages may be sampled free of charge, and you must be 21 to drink.  Email Gary at garyyen@uiuc.edu with questions.

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5. Initiation Information

Initiation is only two weeks away on Saturday, April 19.  The initiation begins at 4:00 pm but please arrive by 3:30 pm in 111 EH.  A scrumptious banquet at Timpone's will follow the initiation ceremony.  Please email Liz Creighton at ecreigh2@uiuc.edu with any questions about the initiation schedule.

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6. Hours Tracking

Please see the initiation tracking spreadsheet on our website at http://tbp.ec.uiuc.edu to check on your progress on completing requirements.  Send any questions or complaints to Albert Lee at aylee2@uiuc.edu.

Seniors working towards getting Senior Medallions should also check the tracking sheet to make sure our records are correct.

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7. Big Bent Polishing (team activity)

Polishing a small bent not enough for you?  Still need a team activity?  Then join us from 6-7 pm on Thursday, April 10 to give the big bent on the west side of Engineering Hall a much-needed shine.  Contact Chris at knowlton@uiuc.edu with questions.

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8. 2008-2009 Projects Board Positions

Looking to get involved in Tau Beta Pi next year?  A position on the projects board is a good way to do just that.  These officers plan most of the events that are announced in this newsletter each week.  For a list of all positions check our website at http://tbp.ec.uiuc.edu or contact Projects VP Albert Lee at aylee2@uiuc.edu for more information.

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9. Ruth and Harold Hayward Scholarship - Deadline Extended

Due to an extremely low number of applicants (1), the deadline for submitting an application for the Ruth and Harold Hayward Scholarship has been extended to April 18, 2008.  Don't miss this second chance for $3000!

Through the generosity of Ruth and Harold Hayward, the College of Engineering and Tau Beta Pi are able to offer $3000/year scholarships.  Last year, 15 scholarships were awarded.  All current sophomores and juniors in engineering are eligible to apply.  If awarded for the junior year, the scholarship can be renewed for the senior year. H ayward scholarships are given to outstanding engineering students on the basis of academic achievement, service, leadership, and initiative.  The application can be downloaded at http://tbp.ec.uiuc.edu/scholarship/HaywardApplication2008.doc.  Submit completed applications to Kay Kappes in 206 EH.

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10. Senior Medallions

The Illinois Alpha chapter awards Senior Medallions to members who complete 6 service hours during their senior year.  Get started on yours today and wear a shiny medal at graduation that you don't have to polish!  Hours can be from any category but have to be earned as a member; initiation hours do not count.  For more information about the Senior Medallions, contact Projects VP Albert Lee at aylee2@uiuc.edu.

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11. Bent Polishing Hours

Oh no!  Your bent needs to be done by the end of this week!  No terrible puns this week; this is serious business.  Extended bent polishing opportunities this week in 111 EH:

Monday, April 14, 6-8 pm with Rahul Yargop

Tuesday, April 15, 5-7 pm with Mary Yahl

Wednesday, April 16, 6-8 pm with Albert Lee

Thursday, April 17, 6-8 pm with Tommy Herges

Friday, April 18, 11 am - 2 pm during office hours, 3-5 pm with Adam Janzen

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Have a great week!
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