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The Campus Connection is a weekly newsletter from the Office of Student Life keeping you up to date with involvement opportunities at Samford.

You can always find important dates and hours at the bottom of the newsletter.
this week at a glance
Student Life

November 23-25
Thanksgiving Holiday

November 30
Pizza and Parking with SJC
Harry's - 12pm

December 1
Hanging of the Green
Reid Chapel - 5pm

December 1
Lighting of the Way
Centennial Walk - 6pm

Athletics

November 17-21
SoCon Volleyball Tournament

November 23
Women's Basketball v UT Martin
12pm

November 26
Men's Basketball v BCU
7pm

November 27
Men's Basketball v NSU
7pm

November 30
Women's Basketball v ASU
6pm


This year Samford Gives Back will take place on April 1, 2017. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved, including leading a group of volunteers through the Mann Center.

Students who participate will receive a t-shirt, Chick-fil-a breakfast and four convocation credits.

Cadre Proposals are now being accepted by the office of Spiritual Life for the Spring Semester. The purpose of Cadres is help students gain a deeper understanding of the Christian faith and its role in shaping their lives and our world. As a part of the larger Convocation program, this is your opportunity to respond to the spiritual needs you see on campus.

Log into banner, click on the "Spiritual Life" tab then select "Cadre Proposal Spring 2017" to read an FAQ an submit your proposal.

The deadline for proposals is  Friday, December 9th , but don't delay...propose today!
Campus Recreation
Fitness Classes during Thanksgiving Week
November 21: Normal classes
November 22-27: No Classes

Hours of operation during Thanksgiving Week
November 16-21: Normal Hours
November 22: Close at 6pm
November 23: University Closed
 
Intramurals
  • Volleyball and Ultimate Frisbee playoffs begin November 28
  • Intramural 3v3 basketball registration November 28-December
    • Tournament on December 4
  • Billiards &Table Tennis registration is November 29-December
    • Tournament on December 4
  • Visit IMleagues.com for more information

Campus Recreation Office is now in Seibert 309

Dance studios are finished and can now be reserved for use!
 
Seibert has a new space available for student meetings or gatherings. It can sit approximately 70 people and is located in Seibert 310. Reserve this space on OrgSync or email njmadsen@samford.edu
Student Leader Spotlight
Claire Blackmon, senior global studies major
In addition to her work as a student worker in the ELLI Office, Claire invests highly in international students on Samford's campus. Claire serves as Vice President of the I-Club and as an International Student Ambassador.

Chloe Roberts, senior business management major
Chloe has served Samford as a Resident Assistant for 3 years, spending much of her time supporting and building relationships with first-year women on campus. She shows great intentionality in hosting regular programs and events for the women in Vail.


The Office of Student Leadership and Involvement seeks to recognize Samford students for their outstanding contributions to campus and community through the Student Leader Spotlight program. 

Nominated students are not required to hold "official" leadership positions. The purpose of the spotlight is to recognize students who may not receive recognition otherwise. Students, faculty, and staff can nominate.
SGA President's Corner
Fellow Students,

Thank you to all who came out and supported the bulldogs at our homecoming game and helped celebrate our University's 175 th anniversary. Thank you for dancing with us at the Anniversary Ball and joining our tailgate for some great food and even better company. We enjoyed it all!   

After Thanksgiving, please join the Student Judiciary Council for "Pizza and Parking" on November 30 th from 12:00PM-1:30PM.

Do you have any questions, comments, or concerns? Please fill out our Constituent Form.


Your SGA President,
Porter Rivers
Dates and HoursDatesandHours
Student Life

Nov 23-25
Thanksgiving Holiday

Dec 1
Hanging of the Green

Dec 1
Lighting of the Way

Dec 12
Pancake Study Break


M onday & Wednesday
4pm: Yoga - room106
4pm:  Pound - room 108
5pm: Core - room 108
5pm: Zumba - room 106
6pm: P90x Live - room 106

Tuesday and Thursday
4pm: Yoga - room 108
5pm: Zumba - room 108
6pm: Neighborhood Barre - room 108


Facilities

Fitness Center, Seibert & Bashinsky Gyms
Mon - Thurs: 6am - 12am
Fri: 6am - 8pm
Sat: 9am - 8pm
Sun: 1pm to 12am

Cage
Mon - Thurs: 4pm - 8pm
Fri: 4pm - 6pm

Pool
Mon: 6pm - 10pm
Tues and Thurs: 4pm - 8pm
Wed and Fri: 4pm - 7pm
Sat and Sun: 3pm - 7pm

Outdoor Area
Mon -Thurs: 8am - 10pm
Fri: 8am - 8pm
Sat: 11am - 8pm
Sun: 2pm - 10pm


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Please note: All student submissions must be from officially recognized student organizations and events must be registered through Orgsync before submitting to the  Campus Connection .
About Us

Student Life is committed to developing each individual student's emotional, intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual well-being by providing opportunities that maximize student potential and broaden understanding of one's place in a global society, while nurturing a sense of belonging for all students in a Christian campus community.

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