NOTICES

Study Breaks at Newcomb Hall
May 4 through May 8
Take a break from studying for exams. Come get a massage, cup of tea, food on the plaza, all for free. Newcomb Hall will have quiet study rooms, free pool, and more during exams. See our flyer for more details

Chuck It for Charity 2006: Don’t Dump, Donate
Now through May 8
As you move out during exam week, don’t dump – donate. Bring reusable items, clothing, and non-perishable food to sites located in on-Grounds housing areas. Indoor sites will be open all week, and outdoor sites also will be available. All locations are listed on our Web site.

Lost and Found
All students are reminded that the University Police maintain a Lost and Found. If you have lost anything this semester (from an iPod to an ID card) stop by the Police office on Ivy Road before leaving Grounds for the summer.

Off-Grounds Recycling Project
Help others in our community by donating your unwanted household items to the Salvation Army on May 25. A Salvation Army truck will be located at the following locations:
512 Brandon Avenue, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
1203 Wertland Street, noon to 2 p.m.
224 14th Street, NW, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Contact us or visit our Web site for more details.

Hoos are Taking Care of Each Other
87.4 percent of U.Va. students do NOT engage in unprotected sex as a result of drinking. Thank you! Data is from the 2005 Health Promotion Survey with a random sample of 2,641 U.Va. students.

OPPORTUNITIES

Basketball Intern Wanted
The U.Va. Athletics Media Relations Office seeks a student intern to assist with the coverage of women’s basketball for the 2006-07 season. Duties include, but are not limited to, writing press releases, distributing results, posting to the Web site, coordinating interviews, etc. Applicants must be dedicated U.Va. students with good writing skills. Hourly stipend for compensation. Please send resume to Cathy Bongiovi. Review of applications will begin immediately.

KISS FM Production and Promotion
KISS FM is looking for U.Va. students to work in sales and production. 92.7 KISS FM is top ranked in Charlottesville ratings and attracts listeners from Charlottesville and surrounding counties. No experience is necessary. Meet with clients and be mentored by one of the top salespeople in the region, all while working on state-of-the-art technology. Also, positions for summer on-air DJs available. Located on the UTS Blue Route. Visit us online or contact us for more information.

PUBLICATIONS

3.7 Magazine
We are now accepting submissions (poetry, fiction, art, photography, digital media, (screen) plays, etc.) for our fall issue, and we are looking for staff members. Visit our Web site or contact us for more information.

Wilson Journal of International Affairs: Get Published
Final Deadline: June 1
The Wilson Journal of International Affairs is seeking submissions for its next issue. The Journal focuses on student research in areas directly pertaining to international relations, and papers are chosen to reflect the best of U.Va. scholarship. Submissions should be sent to us via e-mail. Papers submitted should be at least 10 pages in length and have received a grade of B+ or better. For more information, visit our Web site.

PERFORMANCES

Virginia Glee Club Finals Concert
May 20, 9:30 p.m., Old Cabell Hall
Come celebrate the University’s graduating class of 2006. Join the Virginia Glee Club in celebrating graduation and Finals exercises and make sure to bring your parents. Free for degree candidates. Contact us or check our Web site for more information.

Verdi’s La Traviata
May 7, 3:30 p.m, Paramount Theatre
The Oratorio Society of Charlottesville-Albemarle is performing Verdi’s La Traviata. This is sure to be an excellent performance, with professional soloists and orchestra and sung in Italian with super-titles projected above the stage. All seats are reserved. Tickets are $26, $36, and $46 and can be purchased by visiting the TOSCA Web site, or by calling the Paramount at (434) 979-1333.

Free Moving Mountains Film Screenings
May 2 and 3, 7 p.m., Newcomb Theatre, Free Admission
Watch a documentary by Virginia Bendl Moore that surveys the issues surrounding Mountaintop Removal coal mining in West Virginia as told by the people most directly affected. Approximately 30-minute run-time followed by a Q&A session with the director. Contact us with questions.

REMINDERS

Buses to Dulles for International Students
Need a ride to the airport to get home? Student Council is arranging charter buses to Dulles International Airport for only $10. Pick-up will be 10 a.m. at the Chapel on May 10 and 13. Space is limited, so you must RSVP to get a seat. Contact us with questions or to reserve a seat.

SUR Magazine Re-Launch
Can’t get enough of Latin American culture/politics/language? We need your help. After a two-year hiatus, we are bringing back the University’s only Latin American magazine. If you want to get involved with any part of the creative and layout process, contact Elio or Mariana to join the re-launch team next fall.

Summertime in the City - Washington, D.C.
Will you be in the D.C. area for the summer? The U.Va. Club of Washington invites students to participate in activities while you are living in town. This is the perfect opportunity to meet fellow students, alumni, and people interested in U.Va. while participating in a variety of social events, service projects, networking opportunities, and more. Events include:
         * Trip to the Spy Museum: May 13
         * Hike Duncan Knob: May 20
         * Italian Cooking Class: May 31
         * Law and Government Networking Happy Hour: June 1
         * Service Project at Dolley Madison Library: June 10
         * Service Project at the National Zoo: June 17
         * Service Project preparing PB&J sandwiches for Martha’s Kitchen: June 23
Also, be on the lookout for information on a Welcome to Washington event for new grads moving to D.C., a Send-Off Party for the class of 2010, monthly book club, and many more social, service, networking, and sporting events throughout the summer. Get more information about these and other events online or e-mail us.

PCOS Study
The OB/GYN Department at U.Va. Health System seeks women, ages 18 to 43, with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) for an alternative medicine research study. This 16-visit study investigates acupuncture’s influence on monthly periods. Blood-sugar fasting tests, blood draws and questionnaires are involved. Study-related medical tests and three meals provided at no cost. Compensation: $170. Contact Virginia at 434/982-6657or via e-mail.

Bicycle Use Questionnaire
The Office of the Architect, in coordination with the Green Grounds Committee (a student-run CIO), is assessing bicycle usage on Grounds. We would appreciate your feedback on campus bicycle riding and safety through this brief survey process. You can access the survey online. Please assist the University in its planning efforts and please support bicycle usage.

Paid Psych Study
Need last-minute participant pool credit or a quick and easy $5? Participate in our 30-minute psych study. Contact Danielle for more details.

Submit information for Connections online. Go to: http://www.virginia.edu/vpsa/connections

The next Connections will be published May 10. DEADLINE: Monday, May 8, by noon.