Family News Digest
1/17/2024
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW
MLK week events for students
A pair of film screenings and discussions on "The Best of Enemies" and "At the River I Stand," a writing workshop on the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King’s "I Have a Dream" speech where students can compose poetry for the "I Have a Dream" poetry slam, and the MLK Social Justice Plunge day of service where participants explore how civic and community engagement are essential to social justice advocacy are among events for students to learn about King's legacy. Visit the 2024 MLK events page for more information.
Chapel of the Immaculate Conception closure extended, some Sundays impacted
Chapel of the Immaculate Conception lighting system repairs will continue through Feb. 23, and weekday liturgical celebrations, including 12:30 p.m. Mass, reconciliation, exposition and evening prayers will continue in the Marianist Hall chapel. Sunday Masses Jan. 21 and 28 also will move to Holy Angels Catholic Church. Read more details about the chapel closure and Sunday Mass times.
Mailing Services aware of barcode issues
Mailing Services is aware of the issue with barcodes not appearing in the email notifying students about having a package or letter mail in the locker. The six-digit code provided in your student's email will work if entered correctly, allowing students to retrieve their item. Students should continue using this method until mailing services fixes the issue.
Religious accommodation reminders
Observance of some religious traditions may require reasonable accommodation to classroom or workplace schedules, environment or the way employees or students complete tasks or assignments. Campus Ministry wants to make all aware of the recommendations at UD for requesting and granting a religious accommodation. Those who need accommodations are asked to communicate their requests within two weeks of the start of the semester. Find information about spring religious holidays on the multi-faith observance and holiday calendar.
NEWS AND NOTES
Chisme Symposium: "The Virgin of Guadalupe" research by Professor Judith Huacuja
The International Marian Research Institute and the Graul Chair in Arts and Languages present this year's Chisme Symposium, highlighting the work of Judith Huacuja, professor, art and design, on the Virgin of Guadalupe. The symposium is noon to 1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24, in the Scholar’s Commons on the Roesch Library second floor. Visit the Graul Chair website for more information and other events for spring 2024.
Applications open for student library awards
It's student awards season in the University Libraries, and $600 scholarships are the prize. Eligible students include teacher education majors and minors; international students; and published student writers. Encourage your student to apply online for a library award by Feb. 24.
Beyond the Byline: Erma Bombeck's Story exhibit and events at Roesch Library
Erma Bombeck (1927–1996) was a trailblazing humor writer, bestselling author and syndicated columnist who found and developed her writing voice as a UD student. Her life and legacy will be told through an exhibit of the Erma Bombeck Papers in Roesch Library's Stuart and Mimi Rose Gallery Feb. 1-June 15. Events include an opening ceremony and dessert reception Feb. 8 and a writing workshop April 3; both are free and open to all; registration is required. Students are especially encouraged to sign up for the writing workshop. Visit go.udayton.edu/bombeck for more information and to register.
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