Published: October 07, 2008 10:59 pm            

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Terre Haute

Rose crowns Dickman homecoming queen

Natalie Dickman of Herscher, Ill., was crowned Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s homecoming queen by university President Gerald S. Jakubowski during a Oct. 3 pep rally. She was introduced at half-time of the homecoming football game.

Dickman, a senior biomedical engineering major, was nominated by the Baur-Sames-Bogart residence hall, where she is a resident assistant. Her escort was Adler Edward, president of the college’s Student Government Association.

Dickman has earned an honor key for campus involvement. She is president of the Rose Chorus, secretary/treasurer of the Blue Key National Honor Society, secretary of the Biomedical Engineering Society, and is a member of the drama club and performing arts committee.



Robinson, Ill.

Sign up for course on

understanding drama

“Wizard of Oz” fans can further explore one of its pivotal character’s pre-Dorothy days during an Understanding Drama course offered this fall at Lincoln Trail College in Robinson.

Gregory Maguire’s novel “Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West” will be analyzed during the course (LIT 2142) taught by Barbara Shimer. Class will meet from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays from Oct. 21 to Dec. 9 in the Zwermann Arts Center Theater.

Course highlights include a Nov. 19 live performance of “Wicked” in Chicago, as well as a behind-the-scenes tour of the musical production loosely based on Maguire’s book.

To register, or for more information, call admissions at (618) 544-8657, ext. 1100.



Terre Haute

Christian Academy accepting donations

Wabash Valley Christian Academy is accepting donations for its sixth annual auction. To donate craft items, handmade items, or new or gently used items, drop them off at 1818 McKinley Ave., at the school office, or call (812) 882-9822 for pickup.

Donations will need to be delivered or picked up by Nov. 24. Proceeds from the auction and chili dinner will benefit the school as it continues to offer a Christ-centered learning environment.

This year’s auction will be staged in the Free Methodist Church, 1423 N. Fourth St., on Dec. 6. Doors open at 4. The silent auction will begin at 4 and close at 6. The live auction will begin at 6. The chili dinner will begin at 4.

For more information, call the school office at (812) 882-9822, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday.



Terre Haute

ISU outing raises more than $26K

The insurance and risk management program at Indiana State University’s College of Business has hosted another successful golf outing to benefit students.

The 11th annual Octoberfest Golf Outing took place Sept. 25 at the Country Club of Terre Haute and netted more than $26,000 in support of student professional development.

The golf scramble is the largest fundraiser for students in the insurance and risk management program and for Gamma Iota Sigma, the international risk management, insurance and actuarial science collegiate fraternity. Proceeds each year go to support student-centered initiatives including attendance at local and regional industry events and travel to corporate tours, among many other opportunities.

This was the first year that five gold sponsors were secured for the event. Gold sponsors were Anthem, Aon, Enterprise, Indiana State University Foundation and Progressive. The silver sponsor was Lockton Companies.



Terre Haute

Enroll for Twenty-first Century Scholars now

The Twenty-first Century Scholars 2008-2009 enrollment year has begun with two changes. In the past, only seventh- and eighth-grade students were eligible to apply. This year, sixth-grade students also may apply.

The second change is an online application. Families may go to www.in.gov/ssaci/ and submit an electronic application. Paper applications are still an option, too.

Twenty-first Century Scholars is a program that provides free college tuition and support services to students from low- to middle-income Indiana families. In return for the scholarship, students must fulfill certain obligations including keeping a pledge of good citizenship, promising to stay away from crime, drugs and alcohol. Eligibility requirements and the pledge are on the application. Applications may be obtained from school guidance counselors or by calling the support site office at (812) 237-3627. To apply online, www.in.gov/ssaci/.



Terre Haute

Stations to broadcast Two Million Minutes

Eight PBS stations across the state of Indiana are broadcasting the documentary film “Two Million Minutes,” throughout October, sponsored by indianmathonline.com.

The film was scheduled to air on WVUT, Channel 22, Vincennes/Terre Haute at 9 p.m. today.

“Two Million Minutes,” created by Indiana entrepreneur and venture capitalist Bob Compton, takes an in-depth look at how students in the United States allocate their high-school years (about four years or “2 million minutes”) compared with India and China. It examines the implications this may have on the U.S. position in the global economy during the 21st century.



Terre Haute

Library celebrates Teen Read Week

The Vigo County Public Library is celebrating Teen Read Week with two fun programs for students in grades 6-12.

Teen Read Week Kick-Off — Teen Gaming will take place at the Main Library on from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Monday for students in grades six through 12. Enjoy Wii, PS2, XBox, plus board games. Students are encouraged to bring their own games to share. Snacks and door prizes will be offered. Call (812) 232-1113., ext. 294 to register.



An Apples to Apples Tournament for students in grades 6-12 will be at the Main Library from 10 a.m. until noon on Oct. 18. Apple refreshments and prizes will be offered. Registration is required.

        

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