CAR WASH!!!

The staff and residents of Logan and Patterson Halls are holding a car wash

FOR THE LOVE OF ANIMALS

On Saturday, April 2, 2011

8:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Advance Auto Parts

Jacksonville, AL

* Get your car washed, wash a few cars, or simply make a donation!

* Acceptable donations also include bags of cat or dog food!

* All proceeds will go to the Anniston Animal Shelter!

For more information, contact Niccole Larnell at 256-782-6599.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Salvation on Sand Mountain Events

From the Office of Student Life website:

"Beginning in summer 2010, Jacksonville State University will implement a summer reading program which will consist of all first–year students reading a common book before classes beginning in the fall. This program will be an attempt to both unite this freshman class and to promote their thoughtfulness on a variety of issues. Students will discuss the assigned text and complete assignments based on the text through both their English 100 and 101 classes and their Freshman Orientation (LS 100 and LS 104) courses during the fall semester. Additionally, students participating in the C.O.C.K.Y. experience through the Department of University Housing and Freshman Forum will have the opportunity for book related group discussions outside of the classroom.

Jacksonville State University has chosen Salvation on Sand Mountain by Dennis Covington (15th Anniversary Edition) as its first selection of the summer reading program. Covington is slated to provide a follow up lecture on campus during the fall semester, which will afford this group of first year students a great opportunity to hear, first – hand, about the author’s actual experiences while writing his book. Additionally, this lecture will serve as a chance for students to ask questions of Covington and gain knowledge of his insight on the issues dealt with throughout this text."

On Wednesday, September 22, Dr. Hardy Jackson will present a lecture on "Southern Religion and Salvation on Sand Mountain." Dr. Jackson will begin at 7:00 p.m. in Leone Cole Auditorium.

Monday, October 4, author Dennis Covington will speak to the public at 7:00 p.m. in Leone Cole Auditorium. Mr. Covington will also meet with smaller groups as well as the winner of the Salvation on Sand Mountain essay contest. Admission is free for both events.

For more information, contact the Office of Student Life at 256-782-5491.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Leadership House

Another exciting Living-Learning Community within the Department of University Housing and Residence Life, is our Leadership House program. The Leadership Houses consist of thirty-two students in two separate communities with one common goal: LEADERSHIP! Our students are actively seeking opportunities to become strong leaders on Jacksonville State University's campus.

We offer the Leadership House for Women and the Leadership House for Men to those students who are seeking opportunities to grow and get involved within our campus community. Sophomores, juniors, seniors and transfer students that have at least a 2.5 Grade Point Average, and at least one semester on campus are eligible to apply.

Requirements include:

1. Residents will agree to reside in their respective Leadership House for the entire academic year.

2. Residents will participate in thirty hours of community service each semester.

3. Residents will be active members of a campus organization, seeking leadership roles where possible.

4. Residents will participate in one monthly program each month, presented by peers in the Leadership House.

5. Residents will attend and participate in the Leadership House retreat.

6. Residents will contribute to a common reading experience throughout the academic year.

7. Residents will participate in a mentor relationship with a freshman student living on-campus.

8. Residents will participate in mid year and end of the year program evaluations.

9. Rising sophomores, juniors and seniors are eligible to apply. Transfer students may also apply if eligible.

10. Residents must maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher and have at least one semester on-campus. Transfer students will be considered pending availability.

Please visit our website for an application! Applications are due April 1. For more information, please contact Brooke Bell at 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Celebrate International Week!

The International House is one of many residential options available for students living on campus. From the International House website, this living-learning community, "began in 1946 with five students from France. Initially, the program focused on languages. Today, there are forty members of the program, twenty American students and twenty internationals. Each international student is from a different country and is roomed with an American student. Though emphasis is still placed on languages, greater emphasis is now placed on the overall aspects of cultural understanding. Truly, the International House Program provides 'A Window on the World' for students at Jacksonville State University and the surrounding community."

Each year, the International House presents, International Week. This year's schedule of events includes:

Monday, March 29: Silent Auction International House 9 am -5 pm

Tuesday, March 30: Silent Auction International House 9 am - 5 pm

Wednesday, March 31: The Vibe International House 8 pm -12 am

Thursday, April 1: International Movie Night International House 8:15 pm

Friday, April 2: International Game Day International House 2 pm - 10 pm

Saturday, April 3: International Taster's Fair Leone Cole Auditorium 5 pm - 8 pm


The Taster's Fair is always a BIG hit! You won't want to miss it!

For more information, please contact the International House at 256-782-5303.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!
-JSU Housing Staff