SMU Catholic News

AROUND CAMPUS: Islam Awareness Week

February 22-29                                                             
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM daily
Hughes-Trigg Commons

The Muslim Student Association invites you to come learn more about Islam and “Unscrabble Your Assumptions”! Includes a day on Jesus’ position on Islam, and the problem of alcohol and students. Visit http://people.smu.edu/msa/events.html for details on the daily plan of events.
For more info: Ali Hussein Haidar, ahaidar@smu.edu or call 214-415-9967.

AROUND CAMPUS: Blitz Build Sign-Up

Wednesday & Thursday February 20-21                           
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM both days
Hughes-Trigg West Bridge
Stop by the Habitat for Humanity table and sign up to volunteer, buy a t-shirt, donate to the “change-for-change” drive, and find out more about how you can become more involved with the SMU Habitat for Humanity Chapter.
For more info: Katie Brattain, kbrattai@smu.edu or call 952-240-3135

AROUND CAMPUS: Careers in Non-Profits

Wednesday, February 20                           
12 Noon to 1:00 PM
Hughes-Trigg Atrium AB
An informal brown bag lunch to hear professionals in the non-profit industry speak about their experiences and get tips for entering the field. Students should bring their questions and their lunch. Visit http://smu.edu/career for more details. Sponsored by the Hegi Family Career Development Center
For more info: Judy Carr, judym@smu.edu or call 214-768-8709.

Ash Wednesday Mass Times

This Wednesday, February 6th, is Ash Wednesday and the mass times are:
12:10pm at the Neuhoff Catholic Center
5:15pm in Perkins Chapel 
8:00pm at the Neuhoff Catholic Center (student only please)

(*Parking available at Meadows Museum)

Faithful Citizen Insert

This week's Bulletin will include an insert summarizing Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship,  a teaching document issued by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops last November.

The document lays out the Church's commitment to responsible participation in the political process and  provides a thoughtful framework for choosing leaders and making decisions that impact the common good.

Please take it home for further study and prayerful consideration. The full document can be checked out of the Theological Education Resource Center at the Catholic Center or can be read online at www.faithfulcitizenship.org.

Help the kids of Vickery Meadow!

If you are seeking a way to volunteer, do service, or just spend time with some great kids, come tutor in Vickery Meadow this Wednesday. Most of the kids are refugees from Africa and the Middle East and need a lot of help with their schoolwork. They also just love meeting new people! Meet at the Catholic Center at 3:45 on Wednesday. Contact Laura Arellano-Weddleton for more information.

WWYD: SMU Catholic Student Giving Campaign

SMU Catholic is kicking of its What Would You Do student giving campaign next Sunday, February 10. Our goal is to raise $4,000 by the end of the three month campaign. The proceeds help support SMU Catholic programs, events, and Mass every Sunday.

So for lent, give up that extra cup of Starbucks Coffee or beverage at the bar, and instead, donate your money to a good cause.

Go online and donate at www.smucatholic.org

Celebrating 75 Years

Keep these dates in mind...

Thursday, April 3, 2008

75th Anniversary Mass
and Reception

Original Mass music by
Meadows Student Tim Roy

Celebrated by Bishop Kevin Farrell

Details to follow

Saturday, April 26, 2008

75th Anniversary
Celebration

Join us to celebrate a 75 year history of the Catholic presence at SMU with students, alumni and special guests.
Featured speaker:
Bishop Kevin Farrell
Hosted at the home of
John and Trish Hill

AROUND CAMPUS: Overnight Jester Cave Trip

SIGN-UP DEADLINE: Tuesday, February 5, 6:00 PM
Outdoor Adventure Center – Dedman Center for Lifetime Sports
COST: $70 per person

Here’s your chance for an overnight adventure on February 9 and 10 at Jester Cave. Lodging, transportation and equipment are included in the cost.

MORE INFO: David Chambers, dchamber@smu.edu or call 214-768-991
Visit http://smu.edu/recsports/adventure for further details.

AROUND CAMPUS: Careers in....

Healthcare
Wednesday, February 6                                             
12 Noon to 1:00 PM
Hughes-Trigg Atrium AB

An informal brown bag lunch to hear professionals in the healthcare industry speak about their experiences and get tips for entering the field. Panelists include representatives from local and national companies.
MORE INFO: Judy Carr, judym@smu.edu or call 214-768-8709

Commercial Real Estate
Wednesday, February 6
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
200 Collins Center

Students interested in the real estate industry are invited to come hear from and ask questions of professionals representing a variety of occupations within the profession.
MORE INFO: Caryn Statman, statmanc@smu.edu or call 214-768-7304

Sponsored by the Hegi Family Career Development Center.
Visit http://smu.edu/career for more information.