CAPITAL YOU!
Campus News and Events | April 21, 2021
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INTERFAITH BACCALAUREATE PLANNED |
Please join us for our interfaith baccalaureate as we bless our graduates with the theme of transformation. We will hear reflections from many different traditions on growth, maturity, and change.
Saturday, May 8
Sunday, May 9
6:30 p.m.
Trinity's Gloria Dei Worship Center
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Since this is the last Capital You for the semester, there is no poll. Thanks for participating and we look forward to your thoughts again in the fall. Have a happy and safe summer! |
THE LAST POLL RESULTS
April 11 is National Pet Day. (Only in America, right?) If you could have a pet in your dorm room or office, what would it be?
Bird – 3 percent
Cat – 32 percent
Dog – 54 percent
Pocket Pet – 0 percent
Reptile – 4 percent
None, I struggle to take care of myself – 7
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All graduating students are invited to join Interim President Dave Kaufman for “Picnic with the President.” In case of inclement weather the event will move inside to the Harry C. Moores Student Union in the second-floor Main Dining Room.
Friday, May 7
3 to 5 p.m.
Outside on the Saylor-Ackermann Quad
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Alumni Weekend is virtual this year!
Thursday, April 22
Worship with Trinity
10 a.m.
Virtual Trivia Night
6 p.m.
Friday, April 23
Law School Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
12 p.m.
Wellness with Capital Mindset Reset
6 p.m.
Saturday, April 24
University Update
11 a.m.
Capital Lacrosse
1 p.m.
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FACULTY AND STAFF IPAD PICKUP |
Any member of the Bexley undergraduate staff and faculty (including adjuncts) who has not gotten an iPad and Apple pencil should email ipad@capital.edu to make an appointment for pick up.
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COMMENCEMENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED |
Meeting and Event Services needs your assistance in making Capital University’s 170th and 171st Commencement ceremonies memorable events for our graduates and their families.
Saturday, May 8
Volunteers needed 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday, May 9
Volunteers needed 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
You can sign up for shorter shifts. We need volunteers to fill a variety of positions, including ushering guests, taking tickets, and more.
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Join Pride at our annual Purple Event. Featuring performances from Capital students and local LGBTQ+ comedians, it’ll be a night to remember and a chance to raise money for the University’s LGBTQ+ scholarship!
Saturday, April 24
7:30 p.m.
Zoom link on Engage
Capital students can reserve a free ticket. A minimum $5 donation is required for faculty, staff, alumni, and non-Capital students. All proceeds go to Capital University’s LGBTQ+ Scholarship. If you are not able to make the event but still want to donate, you can Cashapp or Venmo Pride’s treasurer @kieranvanvorhis!
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Join us for a modified Big Questions Retreat this year. There will be a few short presentations, including one on vocation through a Lutheran lens by Kit Kleinhans, dean of Trinity Lutheran Seminary, and one on a commitment to religious pluralism in a faith-related institution. The retreat also will feature posters about annual events and opportunities hosted by the Center for Faith and Learning, as well as an invitation to provide feedback on spiritual commitments connected to Capital's Lutheran origins.
Thursday, May 13
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Under the Bridge of Learning
All faculty and staff are welcome to attend. Lunch will be served. Please RSVP by emailing cfl@capital.edu so we know how much food to purchase.
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Join us as we celebrate the publication of Stephanie Saunders’ book “Fashion, Gender and Agency in Latin American and Spanish Literature” with a virtual book launch. Saunders is associate professor of World Languages and Cultures.
Thursday, April 22
4 p.m.
Order online and save 40 percent when you use the promo code BB870 and order by June 30.
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VACCINE AMBASSADOR POSITION |
Capital University been selected by the Interfaith Youth Core as a partner in their new Vaccine Ambassadors Project! All Capital students – undergraduate, graduate, professional, and adult degree – are eligible to apply. This six-month project seeks to increase trust and participation in vaccination and includes a $1,500 stipend for up to 20 student ambassadors. The position can be held in conjunction while enrolled in classes, participating in internships, or working other jobs.
Application deadline is Sunday, April 25.
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We would like to celebrate all of our Capital faculty and staff! We recognize that you have worked longer and harder this year to provide the best experience for our students despite all the COVID restrictions, and your work has not gone unnoticed! Save the date to join us for a Faculty & Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Friday, May 14. An official invitation will be coming next week with more details. |
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WELLNESS WITH CAPITAL – NUTRITION |
We know life is full of stressors – especially over the last year. Join Dr. Kacie Vavrek, adjunct instructor of Health & Sports Sciences, as she explains the basics of nutrition. Nutrition is essential for health and well-being. Eating a healthy diet contributes to preventing future illness and improving quality and length of life. Despite being such an important topic there is often confusion and misinformation when it comes to nutrition. This presentation will review general healthy eating topics and trends in nutrition while helping to debunk common nutrition myths.
Thursday, May 20
6 p.m.
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HONORS CONVOCATION RESCHEDULED |
Assuming we get no April showers and no more April snow, Honors Convocation has been rescheduled for next week.
Wednesday, April 28
10 a.m.
Mees Lawn
The Convocation honors deserving undergraduate students for their scholarship and leadership. Our community also recognizes those employees with 25 years of continuous full-time service and celebrates new emeriti and recipients of the Stellhorn, Cotterman, Praestantia, Faculty Scholarship, and Part-Time Faculty Teaching awards.
Please bring your lawn chairs or picnic blankets to socially distance on the lawn by 9:45 a.m. We will forgo academic regalia this year.
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BEXLEY ROOTS TO INTERNATIONAL BREWS |
Jason Block, a Capital University Law School graduate and CEO of Brewdog USA, will be the next featured speaker in the Local Leader Series sponsored by Bexley Chamber of Commerce and Capital University. This virtual presentation will be followed by a brief Q&A.
Tuesday, May 4
12 to 1 p.m.
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STUDENTS AND FOOD ASSISTANCE |
A federal COVID-19 relief act that temporarily expands access to food assistance has been extended to help address food insecurity caused by the pandemic.
Expanded access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) means that many college students who previously would not qualify are now eligible for these benefits (food items only). These changes have been extended into April.
To qualify, you must be enrolled at least half-time (6 credits for undergraduate and adult; 3 credits for graduate and law) and:
- Be eligible to participate in federal work study; or
- Have an expected family contribution (EFC) of $0. If you currently receive the maximum Pell Grant amount of $3,173 per semester, you have an EFC of $0.
To check your eligibility, login to myCap to view your financial aid award. Check for “federal work study” to be listed and what amount you receive in Pell Grant. If you have questions about your financial aid award, contact the Office of Financial Aid at 236-6511 or finaid@capital.edu.
- Submit a “Request for cash, food, and medical assistance” form to your county’s Department of Job and Family Services; or
- Call 1-844-640-6446, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Have copies of your financial aid award or FAFSA documents ready to verify eligibility.
The Cap Cupboard, Capital University’s food resource center, provides free and accessible food and hygiene items, and is available to all Capital students with need. Located in the lower level of the Student Union, Cap Cupboard is open Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. Individual appointments and appointments outside these hours can be made by emailing capcupboard@capital.edu.
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Men’s Tennis
For the first time since 2018, the Capital University men's tennis program enjoyed the taste of victory. The Crusaders used a strong start to propel them to their first win of the season, a 6-3 victory over Marietta College. This win comes nearly three years to the day since Capital's last victory, when the Crusaders defeated Heidelberg 9-0 in Columbus. The program would then go on hiatus for two-plus seasons between roster shortages and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Three Crusaders Named to Soccer All-Tournament Team
Following the conclusion of the Ohio Athletic Conference men's and women's soccer tournaments, the conference office announced both all-tournament teams. Three Capital University student-athletes earned a place on those teams, including two from the women's soccer team and one from the men's team.
Women’s Lacrosse
The Ohio Athletic Conference announced its weekly performance award winners and Capital University Women's Lacrosse swept up on their side of the polls. Bee Kuehn retained the Defensive Player of the Week award while Kathryn Walton snagged Offensive Player of the Week laurels following the Crusaders' undefeated week of play.
Men’s Golf
The Capital University men's golf team took a runner-up finish at this weekend's Cardinal Super Classic, a two-day event hosted by Otterbein University at the NorthStar Golf Club in Sunbury.
Softball
After dropping two straight to Otterbein University on Saturday, the Capital University Softball team got two back from the Cardinals on Sunday afternoon with 4-2 and 2-1 wins.
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Help For All
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