Make sure to visit VikesConnect for lots of other activities & events throughout the week!

Good Monday Morning, Vikings and welcome to week 7 of fall semester. Great things are going on this week, below is just a sample. And don't forget, classes are canceled for Tuesday, October 10, but the university will be open in observance of the holiday. We hope you have a great week!

Go Vikings!

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Deep Thoughts with the Dean

National Coming Out Day was first celebrated in 1988. Over 30 years later, and it is as relevant today as ever. National Coming Out Day is an annual celebration which takes place on October 11th. It is a date chosen to honor LGBTQ+ individuals who were able to and decide to come out and live openly. Though originally an American celebration, it now has meaning around the world.

National Coming Out Day is also a meaningful awareness day for CSU. It’s a day that celebrates bravery, honesty, support, love, and hope. It is a day we can come together to demonstrate how wonderful it is that CSU is a diverse institution where community members can authentically be themselves, and know they are valued for exactly who they are. For everyone who is part of the LGBTQ+ community, I wish you a Happy Coming Out Day. And for allies, today is an opportunity to show support!

Check out VikesConnect for different events celebrating National Coming Out Day. For folks interested in more information, please email the LGBTQ+ Center at lgbtq@csuohio.edu or stop by the LGBTQ+ Center in BH 211. 

--Dean Ali, AVP & Dean of Students

Ice Cream Social

Monday, October 9

10:45 AM - 12:45 PM

Student Center Ballroom B

VE will be holding an Ice Cream Social event for current Viking Expeditions members to get together and non-members to get a chance to learn more about Viking Expeditions. Find out how you can get involved with VE!

Hosted by Viking Expeditions

Indigenous People's Day event:

Dr. Phil Wanyerka on the Prehistory & Archaeology of the Cuyahoga Valley

Monday, October 9

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Michael Schwartz Library, 1st Floor

The arrival of the first peoples to the Cuyahoga Valley some 13,000 years ago marked the beginning of a long and enduring Native American presence here in Northeast Ohio. Since the mid-19th century, archaeologists have been exploring the Cuyahoga Valley in order to examine and investigate the native peoples who called this valley home in one of the best-defined archaeological regions in Northeast Ohio.

Dr Wanyerka has been investigating the ancient prehistory and spectacular cultural achievements of the prehistoric peoples of the Cuyahoga Valley since the 1980s. Join him as he presents an illustrated lecture on the prehistory and archaeology of the Cuyahoga Valley.

Hosted by Michael Schwartz Library

Latinos in the Law Panel

Monday, October 9

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

LB 60

This event is to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and highlight 4 Latino/a/e attorneys and their legal careers and journeys. 

Hosted by Latino Law Student Association

Day of Indigenous Persons

Tuesday, October 10

CSU recognizes the Day of Indigenous Persons on October 10th. Classes are cancelled but CSU offices are open.

Chief Joselph (1840 - 1904) was the leader of the Wal-lam-wat-kain (Wallowa) band of Nez Perce. He is quoted as saying, “It does not require many words to speak the truth.” On this day, let us especially remember to speak truth, and work together towards peace and understanding.

Trivia Tuesday at Viking Public House

Tuesday, October 10

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Viking Public House

Join in the fun during Trivia Night at the Viking Public House. Hosted by Residence Life + Housing from 7PM to 9PM. Prizes for the winning team(s)!

Hosted by Viking Food Co

Fall Anti-Hazing Training

Come join the Center for Campus Engagement to learn more about how to prevent hazing on campus and resources for how to report hazing on campus! This training would count for hazing training requirement for students looking to join student organizations. Please RSVP to let us know if you are able to attend one of the below Anti-Hazing Trainings

• Thursday October 12th at 4pm in BH 305
• Tuesday October 24th at 11:30am in BH 305
• Thursday November 9th at 4pm in SC 313/315
• Tuesday November 14th at 11:30am in BH 305

Hispanic Cultural Arts Event

Thursday, October 12

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

SC Atrium

A celebration to end cap Hispanic Heritage Month Hispanic Heritage Month with arts and crafts, food, community resources, and photo booth opportunities! Open to ALL of our CSU community! 

Hosted by Latinos Unidos

Paint it Purple

Thursday, October 12

11:15 AM - 12:45 PM

SC Innerlink

Domestic Violence/Intimate Partner Violence Awareness Event

Hosted by Student Wellness Programs

Seaview at Erie

Friday, October 13

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Edgewater Park

"Seaview at Erie" will be PSA's first event of the Fall 2023 semester to welcome our new incoming students to the Cleveland area. They will introduce themselves to the community so that they can build connections. Important announcements will also be made concerning their future events. They aim to make it a potluck style event where students will contribute to the event through food or donations. Activities will also be arranged to encourage bonding and create a sense of home for our Pakistani community. 

Hosted by Pakistan Student Association

Student Government Association

Senate Meetings

Friday, October 13

3:40 PM - 4:30 PM

BH 201

Stop by the Student Government Association's offices! They are located in Student Center 217/218, right off the Inner Link. Their representatives are always happy to listen to any concerns that you may have. If no representative is available you are more than welcome to submit your concerns to their mailbox located outside of their office.

Want to know more about what SGA does? Join them at their senate meetings, they are open to all students! Their next meeting will be on October 13th at 3:40 p.m. in BH 201. For more information, check out their Instagram page @clestate_sga or email them at sgapresident@csuohio.edu.

Hosted by the Student Government Association

GroundWorks Dancetheater

Friday October 13 & Saturday, October 14

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM (both shows)

Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square

1407 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland

Entering its 25th Anniversary Year, GroundWorks is nationally recognized for its contribution to the art form and the enrichment of human experiences in collaboration with some of the most innovative voices in dance today. The company performs new works by Shimotakahara, as well as commissioned work by nationally and internationally acclaimed choreographers. Discover what the Cleveland Plain Dealer has described as the “smoldering brilliance” of one of “Cleveland’s cultural gems.”

TICKET DISCOUNT / PROMO CODES

STUCSU -  FREE CSU Student (w/ID)       

FAC -          $20.00 CSU Faculty/Staff (w/ID)                  

NST -          $10.00 Non-CSU student (w/School ID) 

CHLD -       FREE Children under 12

GRP-          $20.00 Groups of 10+ (Call ticket office for group sales – 216-241-6000

Hosted by CSU Department of Theatre and Dance

Come out and cheer on YOUR CSU Vikings this week at home! For more information, visit https://csuvikings.com

Tuesday, October 10

Men's Soccer vs. Akron

7:00 PM

Krenzler Field

Thursday, October 12

Women's Soccer vs. Robert Morris

7:00 PM

Krenzler Field

Friday, October 13

Women's Volleyball vs Green Bay

6:00 PM

Woodling Gym

Saturday, October 14

Women's Volleyball vs. Milwaukee

4:00 PM

Woodling Gym

Men's Soccer vs Milwaukee (Alumni Night)

7:00 PM

Krenzler Field

Go Vikings!

Upcoming Religious & Spiritual Observances

September 30- October 6: Sukkot (Jewish) – The Feast of the Tabernacles and Harvest festival .

October 7: Shemini Atzeret (Jewish) – marks the end of Sukkot

October 8: Simchat Torah (Jewish) – Celebrates the conclusion of the annual cycle of public Torah readings and the beginning of a new cycle

October 15-23: Navratri (Hindu) – Festival of 9 nights celebrating the Goddess in her various forms, most typically as Ma Durga

October 16: Birth of the Báb (Bahá’í) – Celebrates the birth of the Báb, one of the founders of the Bahá’í Faith.

October 17: Birth of Bahá’u’lláh (Bahá’í) – Celebrates the birth of Bahá’u’lláh, the founder of the Bahá’í Faith

Road to Nowhere: Debt-Related Driver’s License Suspensions in Ohio

Tuesday, October 17

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Roberta Steinbacher Atrium (First Floor)

Maxine Goodman Levin School of Urban Affairs

It is estimated that at least 11 million people nationwide have their drivers' licenses suspended not because they are dangerous drivers, but simply because they can’t afford to pay a ticket or fine. In Ohio's urban communities, there are over 700 total suspensions for every 1,000 people of driving-age. While many states have responded to this problem by changing their laws, Ohio remains one of the states that use drivers license suspensions to severely penalize those in debt, resulting in a viscous cycle of poverty and criminalization.

Learn more about this event:

https://levin.csuohio.edu/events/road-nowhere-debt-related-drivers-license-suspensions-in-ohio

Hosted by Levin College of Public Affairs and Education

We know you're doing amazing things. Share those amazing things with us so we can recognize you! Visit our Recognize Someone nomination form to nominate a friend/colleague for recognition from the Dean of Students Office. All those recognized receive a certificate and are entered into monthly gift card prizes.

Not sure what to share? Share all the great things!

• Did your friend study really hard for an exam? We want to know!
• Did your roommate get a fun new job? Tell Us!
• Did your student organization host an awesome service project? We want to know all of the great things - big and small!

Questions? Reach out to cedei@csuohio.edu to connect with Social Media & Recognition Intern, Ci'ara Akers. Start sharing today. No limit to how many times you share. The link will remain open all year. Recognition open to all CSU students.

The City is Our Campus Event:

Nightmare Cleveland Haunted House

Friday, October 20

8:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Nightmare Cleveland Haunted House

7460 Brookpark Rd, Cleveland, OH 44129

This is going to be a spooktacular event! Join the CSU Recreation Center for a scare at the Nightmare Cleveland Haunted House for an early Halloween celebration. The City is Our Campus has a total of 20 free tickets to offer students so they can Trick or Treat themselves to a spooky night! Reserve your spot in the CSU Rec Member Connect App!

Tickets will be emailed to registered students the week of the event. For more information, email Laura Garvin at l.garvin@vikes.csuohio.edu or see our website at https://csurec.com/shine-well/the-city-is-our-campus/

Hosted by University Recreation and Wellbeing

Get Connected!

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Download the Modern Campus Presence app for VikesConnect and always be connected! Use the app to see what events and activities are happening on campus, connect with student clubs and organizations, and check-in to events.

Relaxation Room

RT 1240

The Relaxation Room is a safe space for students to relax, decompress, and take some time to re-group. The space is designed to be quiet and reflective. Students can listen to soothing music, practice meditation, practice mindfulness and try a variety of other relaxation techniques if they choose.

To request a time, click here or email studentwellness@csuohio.edu

Sign up for a 30 minute time slot today and come to Rhodes Tower 1240 to intentionally relax.

Brought to you by Student Wellness Programs and the H.Y.P.E. Team

The Diversity Institute is thrilled to continue to offer trainings for students, staff, and faculty at CSU. The 4-part series will be during Sept/Oct and again during Oct/Nov. There is also a new Disability & Ableism workshop which will be facilitated once this semester. 

1. Leveraging Difference – 9/13 & 10/19
2. Privilege, Power, and Society – 9/20 & 10/26
3. Bias in Action – 9/27 & 11/2
4. Allyship and Solidarity Across Identities – 10/4 & 11/9 

*NEW* Disability & Ableism - Part 1: 10/10; Part 2: 10/12 (must attend part 1 before part 2)                                    

For workshop descriptions and registration, please find “CSU Faculty, Staff, and Student Workshops” here: https://cepa.csuohio.edu/di/di-professional-development.