Quote of the Week:   "Eye of newt, and toe of frog, Wool of bat, and tongue of dog, Adder's fork, and blind-worm's sting, Lizard's leg, and owlet's wing, For a charm of powerful trouble, Like a hell-broth boil and bubble." William Shakespeare, from Witches in Macbeth

Lunch & Learn About Army Nursing Scholarships
SPU Nursing students are invited to lunch to learn about Army Nursing Scholarships on Thursday, November 2, from 12:00-1:00 p.m. in Marston-Watson Hall, Room 253. A recruiter from the Army will be on hand to answer your questions. Free pizza is provided. Stop by and register to win a Littmann Stethoscope! For more information contact the Career Development Center at cdcinfo@spu.edu. See you there!

Looking for More Ways to Find Scholarships?
Are you looking for more ways to find scholarships? Student Financial Services has been working on ways to help you! There are many search engines available including: FastWeb (www.fastweb.com), College-Scholarships (www.college-scholarships.com), NextStudent (www.next-student.com), and these are just a few. SFS also puts together a monthly newsletter highlighting many of the current scholarship opportunities--you can also check out an updated list of current scholarships. Both can be found on our website. [link]

One Application--Many Scholarships
The Student Financial Services Undergrad Scholarship Application will be available starting on Wednesday, November 1. This is a great opportunity for all undergraduate students. There are over 70 scholarships available for eligible students. All you have to do is fill out one application and you will automatically be placed in the pool for all eligible scholarships. Application and requirements can be found online on Wednesday. Applications must be received by 4:00 p.m. on the 1st of December. This is an opportunity you don't want to miss! Contact: Whitney Kruse at krusew@spu.edu. [link]

Mensa Scholarships Now Available!
The Mensa Foundation Scholarship Essay Competition is now in progress. Membership is not required. There are multiple scholarships available. What's nice about this scholarship? No transcripts, no letters of recommendation, and no test score results! The only requirement is a 550 words or less essay about your career or educational goals, and what you have done to prepare to determine that such a goal is right for you! Scholarships are available for both graduates and undergraduates! Applications can be found at the website (link provided), or in Student Financial Services. Applications must be received by January 15. Contact: Whitney Kruse at krusew@spu.edu. [link]

Tickets on Sale Now for Christmas Concert
Begin the advent season with the annual "Sacred Sounds of Christmas" concert on Sunday, November 26, at 4:00 p.m., Benaroya Hall, home of the Seattle Symphony. SPU's acclaimed Concert Choir, Symphonic Wind Ensemble, and other groups will perform sacred and traditional Christmas music during this memorable evening. Tickets are $15 and $18 and are available on Ticketmaster at 206-292-ARTS or www.ticketmaster.com You can also buy tickets in person at Benaroya Hall Box Office, Third Avenue and Union Street, downtown Seattle.

Student Financial Services Closed on November 3
Student Financial Services will be closed on Friday, November 3 in order for the SFS staff to hold their 3rd annual all-day office planning retreat. Regular office hours will resume on Monday, November 6. Contact: sfs-info@spu.edu or (206) 281-2061.

Election Night Party
The SPU Political Union and the Department of Political Science will be holding an "Election Night Party" on November 7 in the Weter Lounge from 4:00-10:00 p.m. Snacks will be provided, but bring your own crying towels. Remember, "Parties can be fun if you go to the right ones." Contact person: Dr. Reed Davis, rdavis@spu.edu.

Trick or Treating for Canned Goods
October 31, Tuesday, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Weter Main Lobby. Come join the Falconettes for a night of trick-or-treating for a great cause. Dress up in your favorite costume, and meet at 5:30 p.m. in the main lobby of Weter Hall. For more information, contact Kristin Stockham at stockk@spu.edu.

The Nuts & Bolts of Applying to Graduate School
November 2, Thursday, 9:30 a.m., Demaray Hall 353. This seminar is for undergraduate students and covers the basics of applying to graduate school, including the financial aspects, getting recommendations, and taking the GRE. Contact person: Jaclyn Stockton at x2003.

Last Day to Withdraw from Courses
November 3, Friday. Last day to withdraw from courses. For more information, contact Student Academic Services, sasinfo@spu.edu, or 281-2032.

Senate Open House Welcomes Students
November 5, Sunday, 7:15-9:00 p.m., Weter Lounge. The Senate Open House is a time for students to get to know their senators and provides an open atmosphere to voice opinions. Pizza and snacks will be provided. Contact person: Adam Gregory, ASSP Executive VP, agregory@spu.edu.

Latreia Fall Kick-Off and Volunteer Expo
November 3, Friday, 3:00-7:00 p.m., SUB Gazebo Room. Come join Latreia as we kick off the year! Browse volunteer booths, learn about Latreia, win prizes and more! For more information, contact Elizabeth Miles at milese@spu.edu.

Date Auction- "All That Jazz"
Mark your calendars! The annual Date Auction is coming up November 3, 7:00-10:00 p.m. in Royal Brougham Pavilion. This auction raises money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation and SPRINT. Enjoy a night of fun, dancing, and dessert! For more information, contact Dan Skiffington, STUB Executive Director, 281-2459.

Veteran's Day Event
The Student Union Board is holding a Veteran's Day tribute in Tiffany Loop on Friday, November 3 at 7:00 p.m. Vietnam Veteran, Jim Egge will speak about how serving our country has affected his faith. In order to pay tribute to those who have served, Tiffany Loop will be lined with luminaries with the names of Veterans. We hope to see you on the Loop on Friday for this special tribute!

Gender Equality - Sophia Club Meeting
Sophia, SPU's newest on-campus club for gender equality, will be meeting on Thursday, November 2, 4:00 p.m., Weter Lounge. Dr. McKinney will be speaking on the man's role in the family. Everyone is welcome! Contact person: Beebe Sharkey at sharkb@spu.edu.

Not the Typical 18-22 Year Old Student?
Are you a student that desires deeper conversations with other students who don't fit into the typical 18-22 year old group? Sharpen is hosting a free luncheon of tasty Subway sandwiches on Thursday, November 2, from 12:30-2:30 p.m. in the Falcon Lounge (located on the 2nd floor of Royal Brougham). We want to hear your needs and also give you the opportunity to connect with others that are similar in age to you and hear about the opportunities Sharpen has to offer! We hope to see you there! Contact Sandra Palo at palos@spu.edu if you have questions.

Unveiled: The story begins
For women ONLY! The first of a series of campus-wide programs focused on helping women discover their dignity, value, and worth in Christ alone by encouraging them to exemplify a physical, emotional, and spiritual lifestyle that in all aspects reflects the glory of God. This program will take place in the Weter Lounge from 7:00-9:00 p.m. on Thursday November 2. The program is held as an "open house" style setting. For more information, contact Traci Grenz at tgrenz@spu.edu or x7246.

Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest 2007
Attention all full-time juniors and seniors: you can win up to $5,000 in the Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest 2007. The annual contest was created to challenge college students to contemplate ethical issues facing them in today's society and to analyze their own perception and thoughts on ethics. Students entering the contest are required to complete an entry form along with their faculty sponsor. The deadline is December 8, 2006. Winners will be announced in April of 2007. For more information, visit the website. [link]

SPU/University of Salamanca, Spain, Summer 2007
Applications are now available for the June 27 to July 30 SPU/University of Salamanca, Spain program. This program is filled on a first apply/accepted policy. Only 20-25 students will be accepted. Non-SPU students are welcome to apply. Don't get left behind! Interview required. Contact Dr. Alberto Ferreiro at beto@spu.edu for an application or more information.

New Event! Ivy Honorary Society's Curriculum Fair
The Ivy Honorary Society will be sponsoring a Curriculum Fair in the Science Building lobby on Monday, October 30, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Don't miss your chance to find out about exploratory curriculum. Registration is approaching quickly, and this is your chance to ask questions about specific required classes. Senior SPU honor students and Student Academic Services staff will be available to answer questions. All students who attend will have a chance to enter a raffle to win a computer game. Contact person: Jennifer Mills at millsj3@spu.edu.

Flu Shots Available
Flu shots are available for students, faculty, and their dependents at the Health Center for $20. Walk-in clinic hours are: Wednesday, November 1, from 1:30-4:00; Thursday, November 2 from 1:30-4:00; and Friday, November 3 from 1:00-4:00. If you would rather schedule an appointment, please call (206) 281-2231. Health Services is located on the first floor of Watson Hall.