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Program Highlights for All                  

 

NKU Basketball Exhibition

The men’s and women’s basketball teams will play exhibition games at the University of Cincinnati this season. The men’s game is Wednesday, October 31, at 7:30 p.m.. Tickets are $10 for lower arena (based on availability) and $5 for upper arena. The women’s game is on Thursday, November 1, at 7 p.m. and tickets are free. For tickets for the men’s exhibition game, contact Lu Anne Craig at (859) 572-6639 or email craigl@nku.edu.

 

NKU Guitar Orchestra and Ensemble

Friday, November 2, 8 p.m., Greaves Concert Hall

Under the direction of guitarist/lutist Christopher Wilke, the NKU guitars will present a dynamic and eclectic program, including Haydn’s Philosopher Symphony No. 22, (arranged for guitar orchestra by Wilke), American composer Terry Riley’s In C, duos by Ernst Krenek, Spanish baroque pieces by Santiago de Murcia, and other works. Tickets $5 ($3 students).

 

NKU THEATER

Advance reservations are suggested; tickets at the door are subject to availability. Seating is general admission; parking is free. Visit http://www.nku.edu/~theatre/Season.html for more information. Contact the Fine Arts Box Office at (859) 572-5464 to purchase tickets with MasterCard, Visa or Discover. Fee:  $10 Adults, $8 Senior Citizens 60 and older, $9 NKU Faculty/Staff, $6 Students. 

 

Darkside

October 25-November 4, Tue-Sat 8 p.m. & Sun 3 p.m., Highland Heights Campus, Fine Arts Center, Robert & Rosemary Stauss Theatre

“Darkside” by Rosenthal Endowed Chair Ken Jones is a gripping drama which tells the story of the fictional Apollo 18 mission, launched in 1973.  Two of the mission’s three astronauts become stranded on the moon’s surface when their equipment fails.  As their crewmate in the ship works with ground control to rescue them, he faces his own anxiety while orbiting the moon’s lonely dark side.  The Denver Register calls it “spellbinding,” with “soul, suspense, symbolism and surprises… a dash of humor, and a speck of irony.” Audience Advisory: Darkside contains some mature language and themes; it is recommended for ages high school and up.

 

The Rimers of Eldritch

November 29-December 9, Tue-Sat 8 p.m. & Sun 3 p.m., Highland Heights Campus, Fine Arts Center, Corbett Theatre

The “Rimers of Eldritch”, Lanford Wilson’s award-winning story of false morality in a small mid-western town, examines the turmoil resulting from rape, lies and murder in the tiny, decaying Bible belt community of Eldritch through the attitudes and relationships of its residents, whose desperation pushes them to the limits of religious sanctimony and intolerance. Audience Advisory: The Rimers of Eldritch contains some mature language and themes; it is recommended for ages high school and up.

 

 

For Adults                                   

 

Third Annual River Cities I-O Psychology Conference

Friday and Saturday, November 2-3, Highland Heights Campus, University Center

Connecting the Dots: Psychology in the Workplace
Friday Afternoon: Identification and Development of Leaders

Saturday Morning: Industrial and Organizational Psychology and Human Resource Practices

Saturday Afternoon: Education and the Workplace.

For a complete agenda and further information on poster and presentation submissions please visit http://rcio.nku.edu/. To register visit http://www.peopleware.net/0971 or contact the NKU Connect Center at (859) 572-5600.

Registration fee: Students: $25, Practitioners/Faculty: $145

 

Chase College of Law Fall Open House

Saturday, November 3, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Highland Heights Campus, Nunn Hall

The College of Law will host a fall open house, a great way for you to learn more about the NKU Chase community. You will have an opportunity to speak with representatives from admissions, career development, financial aid and student organizations, and meet with faculty and current students. For more information, visit http://chaselaw.nku.edu. Please RSVP to Gina Bray at brayg@nku.edu or (859) 572-5490.

 

Online Information Sessions

Certificate in Business Informatics Online Information Session

RN to BSN Online Information Session

Bachelor of Health Science Online Information Session

For more information and a schedule, visit  http://nkuconnections.nku.edu. Please contact edoutreach@nku.edu today for your reservation.  Reservations are required as we need to send you instructions and password information.

 

Women’s Empowerment Panel Discussion

Monday, November 5, 7 p.m., Eva G. Farris Auditorium (BEP 200).

Women’s Empowerment, along with the department of Sociology, Anthropology and Philosophy, is proud to present “Women, Religion and Culture: Misogyny or Empowerment?” This panel, encompassing most major world religions, will focus on the unique perspective that women have and the special conflicts and concerns they face – all while trying to be women of faith as well as creating paths of their own choosing. There will be speakers from most of the greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area’s universities present for the event. For more information contact Jeanenia Music (we@nku.edu), Dr. Robert Kenny (kenneyr@nku.edu) or Mari York (yorkm@nku.edu).

 

Second Annual Communication Fall Research Colloquium

Thursday, November 8, 6-7 p.m., Highland Heights Campus, Landrum Academic Center 104

Join communication faculty members as they present research projects on topics such as teacher-student relationships, stepfamily communication patterns, a communicative theory of coming out and the rhetorical implications of PowerPoint presentations. Refreshments will be provided. Come see some of the great things going on in the Department of Communication. Visit http://informatics.nku.edu/com/.

 

GRE Test Preparation - Intensive Weekend Course

Saturday and Sunday, December 1 and 2 or January 26 & 27, 2008, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Covington Campus, Hankins Hall

The Graduate Record Examination General Test measures skills in verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, critical thinking and analytical writing. Each section of the GRE has different types of questions and formats designed to accurately measure your knowledge and skill as an indicator of potential for success in graduate school. This intensive weekend review course taught by content specialists will help you become familiar with the test, practice the types of questions appearing on the test, and improve your chances of achieving your goal score. One day is devoted to the verbal sections, and one day addresses the quantitative section. For more information about the GRE, including test content, scoring methods, administration and scheduling, please visit http://www.ets.org/gre. To register visit http://www.peopleware.net/0971 or contact the NKU Connect Center at (859) 572-5600. Class meets from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m; lunch is provided.

Fee:  $209 plus text "Practicing to Take the GRE (10th Edition)”, available through http://www.ets.org/gre or http://www.amazon.com/. Students purchase on own; required for first class.           

 

Small Business Development Center Workshops

The SBDC at Northern Kentucky University provides a wide variety of professional consulting and training services to small business owners and prospective small business owners in the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati metropolitan area. Workshops in November and December include: Building a Better Business Series, Legal Issues for Small Business, and Tax Fundamentals. For more information about the programs and services of the NKU SBDC, please call (859) 442-4281, or visit http://cob.nku.edu/SmallBusinessDevelopmentCenter/seminarSchedule.asp.

 

 

 

For Youth                                     

 

Music Preparatory Ensembles, Lessons & Classes

Fall and Winter Terms, Highland Heights Campus, Fine Arts Center

The Northern Kentucky University Music Preparatory Department is an outreach program serving the community by providing quality musical instruction to students of all ages, not for credit. The instruction is for those interested in college preparation, for children experiencing an introduction into the world of music, and for adults who would like to develop or explore their talents for their own enjoyment. For more information and to register visit http://musicprep.nku.edu.

 

Norse Visitation Program

Dates and time vary, Highland Heights Campus, Welcome Center, Room 102

The Norse Visitation Program is a recruitment event for high school students. The program will include an information session and campus/university housing tour and will start in the Welcome Center, located inside Steely Library. For a schedule visit http://nkuconnections.nku.edu/. To register please call the Welcome Center at (859) 572-1400. Deadline: Two weeks prior to the program.

 

Multicultural Visitation Program (MVP)

Saturday, December 1, 10 a.m., Highland Heights Campus

Parents and students will learn more about the educational opportunities at NKU and receive information on scholarships, the admissions process, financial assistance, University Housing, and student services. College bound high school students are encouraged to attend and meet the NKU community such as faculty, current students, staff, and alumni. Register online at http://visit.nku.edu or call the Welcome Center at (859) 572-1400. Deadline: Two weeks prior to event.

 

ACT Test Preparation

Saturdays, February 9-March 15, 9-11a.m., Covington Campus, Hankins Hall

This comprehensive review of the math, English, science and reading sections of the ACT can help you build confidence and raise your scores. You will have the opportunity to complete diagnostic sample tests to measure your progress, and learn test-taking tips and strategies that can help you perform more quickly and comfortably on test day. The class is recommended for first-time test takers as well as those who are retaking the test to achieve a specific goal score. To maximize your learning experience, you should plan to devote approximately two hours outside of class to weekly assignments. Fee is $229. To register, visit http://www.peopleware.net/0971 or contact the NKU Connect Center at (859) 572-5600.

 

SAT Mini-Preparation

Wednesdays, February 20 & 22, 6-9 p.m., Covington Campus, Hankins Hall

Don’t need a comprehensive content review to prepare for the SAT? This six-hour mini-prep is an ideal way to sharpen your skills and boost your confidence. The course includes a hard-hitting look at the three sections of the test, self-study strategies, and test-day tips that will help you relax, focus, and perform. Fee is $120. To register, visit http://www.peopleware.net/0971 or contact the NKU Connect Center at (859) 572-5600.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions                

 

How do I register?

Register online at http://www.peopleware.net/0971 for all Community Connections courses, workshops and activities, as well as selected events sponsored by other NKU departments, or call the NKU Connect Center at (859) 572-5600. See individual programs for additional registration information.

 

Where can I find a complete listing of NKU programs available to the public?

·         Bookmark NKU Connections and check it frequently for the most up-to-date listing of NKU events and activities: http://nkuconnections.nku.edu

·         View or download a PDF of the current program catalog: http://nkuconnections.nku.edu/print.asp.

·         Sign up to receive NKU Connections  by US Postal Service at http://www.peopleware.net/index.cfm?siteCode=0971&, send your mailing address to connect@nku.edu or to: NKU Community Connections, Founders Hall 305A, Highland Heights, KY 41099, or phone us at (859) 572-5600.

 

How do I get to NKU?

Directions and campus map at http://www.nku.edu/directions.php

                        

Who publishes the NKU Connections E-Newsletter Educators Edition?

The tri-annual e-newsletter is a service of Community Connections. Visit us at http://communityconnections.nku.edu.

 

What if I still have questions?

Contact NKU Connect by phone at (859) 572-5600 or email at connect@nku.edu or visit:

Athletics http://www.nku.edu/~athletics/

Music http://music.nku.edu

Theatre & Dance http://www.nku.edu/~theatre/

Community & Business Links http://www.nku.edu/community.php

Master Calendar http://www.nku.edu/calendars.php

NKU Home http://www.nku.edu/

 

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Produced by Community Connections, November 2007