3.4.10 / News
CLARION, PA., March 4 – An e-mail was recently sent out to students on behalf of Eagle Commons, Gemmell Food Court and the Carlson Library with a survey asking for student input.
The survey is designed to get students’ opinions on food service as the university begins work on making updates for the upcoming year’s meal plans.
“As we begin to develop future plans for the dining program, we would like to get your thoughts on the dining services Clarion has to offer and get a sense of what type of national brands interest you,” the e-mail reports.
Clarion’s food services are presently provided by Chartwell’s. All three areas are catered by Chartwell’s, and is also working in conjunction with the Starbucks in the ground floor of Eagle Commons.
In addition to the survey and a request for feedback, the e-mail also offers incentive.
Those who take the survey can complete an information page, which enters them into a raffle for $100 worth of Chartwell’s Dollars, which can be used anywhere on campus.
“We’re always trying to look ahead,” said Jeff Gauger of food services. “We’re trying to see what we’re doing in the future. We’re trying to stay ahead of the competition.”
Gauger said he hopes that the survey will allow the food services to stay on top of new trends.
Reception so far is difficult to gauge, said Gauger, as a third party is handling the survey itself. Gauger said that so far, the students who he has talked to have given him positive responses. Gauger said, “We’re not going to start building right away, but we want to see what people want and what they’ll pay for.”
The survey asks questions such as if students would prefer certain name brands over generic products, and how it would affect eating habits.
It also asks questions about housing, years of schooling, favorite and least favorite places to eat on campus, time of meals and how much money goes into meals.
At the end of the survey there’s an opportunity for additional comments.
Nathan Yost, a junior accounting major at Clarion University, said he feels mostly positive about the way things are presently with food services.
“I think it’s OK. It’s not the best, but it gets the job done. It’s a lot better than Chandler; that was the worst.” Yost said, “I like the Budget Bites at Gemmell.
“They’re good and cheap,” said Yost. “That’s what’s important, really.”
He also pointed out that Eagle Commons, especially the Italian food menu, has provided students with a more varied and enjoyable diet than what would have been available to them at Chandler Dining Hall in the past.
Yost said that he does not presently plan on filling out the survey sent in the e-mail, as he feels it is a waste of his time.
“They don’t read those things,” said Yost.
Jonathan Winkler, a senior communication major at Clarion University, also voiced his views on the present food service.
“I think it’s good. It’s a lot better than it used to be,” said Winkler.
He had also commented on the additions and improvements that the university has made to dining services on campus since the opening of Eagle Commons during the start of the Spring 2009 semester of last year.
“I like the Mongolian Grill,” said Winkler. “I think its so good.”
Winkler also commended the dining services on the improved conditions of the salad bar at Eagle Commons. Winkler agreed with Yost, also stating that he also does not plan to fill out the survey sent out either.
“I just don’t feel like it.” Students who want to take the survey and enter the raffle, as well as share their opinions and concerns about dining services, can visit www.surveymonkey.com/s/clariondining to have their voice heard.
3.4.10 / News
CLARION, PA., March 4 – Clarion University continues to rank as on of the least expensive universities for room and board in Pennsylvania.
On Thursday, Feb. 25 Clarion trustees met for a meeting and reached a decision that may affect the student body as a whole.
The trustees decided to increase room and board by approximately 4 percent more than the previous year. This increase will take effect next semester and continue within the upcoming year.
Harry Tripp, vice president for student and university affairs, requested approval for the new rates.
Tripp said,“We are required to operate these auxiliary services like the residence halls and dining halls on a self-sufficient basis.”
2.25.10 / News
Clarion's BiLo discount grocery store will close its doors to the public for good on March 13. (Caitlin McGill / The Clarion Call)
CLARION, PA., Feb. 25 – “Groceries are a necessity. Blowing the budget is not,” reads BiLo grocery store’s Web site.
For years now, the citizens of Clarion, Pa. have been relying on BiLo for all of their grocery, pharmacy, and bakery needs. However, on March 13, Clarion’s BiLo grocery store will close their doors for good.
BiLo has been one of the most commonly shopped at money saving grocery stores in the Clarion area. It has employed about 37 people – 26 being part-time employees.
The Penn Traffic Company was one of the leading food retailers in the eastern United States. BiLo was one of Penn Traffic’s retail food businesses. On Nov. 18, Penn Traffic filled for their third bankruptcy in 10 years. Eleven of the 79 BiLo stores in Pennsylvania will close. This includes not only the Clarion store, but stores in DuBois, Brookville, Saint Marys and three stores in Johnstown. A lot of independtly owned BiLos will close their doors, as well.
According to a press release released on Nov 18., Penn Traffic voluntarily filed to reorganize under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code to facilitate an orderly sale of assets while the company continued to operate its stores. More »
2.25.10 / News
CLARION, PA., Feb., 25-Internships are getting more and more competitive due to today’s economy.
Not only are college kids looking for internships, but so are jobless adults and ambitious high school students. Last year, however, over 70 percent of college graduates had internships last year.
Lauren Berger of Intern Queen, Inc. paid Clarion University students a visit on Wednesday, Feb. 24. Berger calls herself “The Intern Queen” after having 15 internships during the span of her four years of college.
She has been featured in the New York Post, FOX, ABC and was recently featured in BusinessWeek’s Top 5 Entrepreneurs Under 25.
She started her website, internqueen.com, to help students find internships. More »
2.25.10 / News
Emily Young and Valerie Michel stand outside of Hart Chapel in protest of Maafa 21's controversial presentation on Wednesday night. (Chantel Wilson / The Clarion Call)
CLARION, PA., Feb. 25- The Students for Life along with the NAACP and Minority Student Services Wednesday sponsored a showing of “Maafa 21: Black Genocide in 21st Century.”
This film is a documentary that exposes what it sees as the racist roots of the population control movement. Amy Denison, a junior and vice president of Students for Life, said, “People need to be informed on all the wrong that has been and is continuing to be committed against African-Americans.”
“So much gets swept under the rug, so to speak when people need to know the truth.” The documentary claims that all abortion and contraception in 21st America is a conspiracy of genocide against the black community.
The film goes into detail, which some seem to think is a conspiracy theory propagated by “pro-life” conservatives. Professor Thomas Rourke the advisor to SFL, said, “The video documents the history of racism in the eugenics population control movement. Many people are unaware of how influential this movement was. This film particularly exposes the offensive attitude of Margaret Sanger.” More »
2.18.10 / News
(Courtesy photo / Rep. Glenn Thompson)
CLARION, PA., Feb. 18 -Republican Congressman, Glenn Thompson, visited Clarion University on Feb. 17 for a meet-and-greet with students and residents of the area.
At the meet-and-greet, he thanked students for attending; “I couldn’t be here without you. Clarion County is part of my family,” he said. The meet-and-greet is part of Thompson’s tour across the Fifth District of Pennsylvania, which he represents.
Thompson said, “If you’re going to do the job right, you have to know the people you’re working for.”
At the meet-and-greet, Thompson talked about his work regarding Pennsylvania dairy farmers, his opposition to the Interstate 80 toll and his ideas on health care reform.
In addition, there was also a question and answer portion from those who attended, as well as an announcement of his intent to be re-elected into the seat of congressman. More »
2.18.10 / News
CLARION, PA., Feb. 18 - Clarion University’s lack of cancellations during the last few weeks have some students in uproar, but President Grunenwald’s office says that there was nothing they could really do.
On Wednesday, Feb. 10, Clarion was hit with about 15 inches of snow, and no daytime classes were canceled; however, night classes were canceled at 5 p.m. Students experienced difficulty getting to class. Snow covered cars hindered road crews and others from clearing roads and sidewalks.
Sophomore, Samuel Krebs said, “I don’t understand. If they are concerned about the safety of their students, why don’t they cancel class?” More »
2.18.10 / News
CLARION, PA., Feb. 18 – Possible e-mail scams are finding their way into student accounts.
Many Clarion University students have been receiving e-mails asking them for personal information such as student e-mail addresses and login information for student accounts.
Sam Puleio of computing services, cautioned students in an e-mail that they should never send their personal information via e-mail.
Puleio said that there can be a variety of ways to try to scam e-mail recipients. The bottom line is that students are asked to send in personal information, or something will happen.
Puleio said the spam filters for the university are attempting to find and block any such “phishing” attempts. More »
2.11.10 / News
CLARION, Pa., Feb. 11 – Clarion University is preparing to switch over to a new e-mail system. Eagle Mail, the new Internet service, is in conjunction with Microsoft.
The new e-mail system, which will be implemented on Feb. 16, will give users 10 gigabytes of storage space, as well as a new modified format of address. Also, it will allow students to keep their new address after graduating.
2.11.10 / News
CLARION, Pa., Feb. 11 – As part of the 2009-10 Faculty Author Seminar Series, Dr. Kevan Yenerall, professor of political science, held a presentation Wednesday, Feb. 10, at 12:15 p.m. in Level A of the Carlson Library. Despite the snowy weather conditions, some faculty and students did attend the presentation.
2.10.10 / News
Clarion University senior Paul Kuberry in the reconstruction efforts of hurricane Katrina. (Courtesy Photo)
CLARION, Pa., Feb. 11 – Although the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina happened in 2005, southern parts of the United States are still in the process of reconstructing and rebuilding.
These southern states, including Mississippi, needed help and Dr. Dana E. Madison of Clarion University heard Mississippi’s call.
2.10.10 / News
Students donate their time at Haiti vigil held in Hart Chapel on Sunday, Feb. 6 (Chantel Wilson/ The Clarion Call)
CLARION, PA., Feb. 11 -The tragedy of Haiti is known worldwide and has brought about many questions, concerns and new ideas on how to help.
William King of the Student Senate of Clarion University moderated a forum and vigil on Feb. 8 in Hart Chapel on the Clarion campus. The doors opened to students and faculty at 6 p.m.
The focus of this event was to let students and professors know how serious Haiti’s condition is, and how the student body and University is understanding the situation and finding ways to help. The Haiti earthquake occurred in the boundary region separating the Caribbean plate and the North American plate. What most people don’t realize is that the earthquake not only was felt in Haiti but throughout various places along the Caribbean Basin, including places such as the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, the Bahamas and even as far north as Tampa, Fla. More »
2.4.10 / News
Clarion's Owens-Brockway Glass plant prepares to shut its doors permanently this summer (Courtesy graphic / Owens-Illinois)
The Clarion Owens-Brockway Glass plant is preparing to shut its doors for good July 1. In a press release sent out on Jan. 27, Owens-Illinois, the parent company of Owens-Brockway, is closing the plant due to a lack of production volume. The plant has been called one of the most expensive for the company to operate.
More than 400 employees from the factory have been given the option to transfer to different factories. According to O-I president Miguel Escobar, “While we regret the impact this has on our Clarion employees, it is imperative that we take such actions to ensure the long-term health of the company.”
According to the press release, union leaders and company officials will meet to discuss further details. Employees of the plant could not be reached for comment on the matter. More »
2.4.10 / News
Moved by the graphic destruction and human suffering after a major natural disaster that took place in Haiti in January, students of Clarion University wondered what they could do and how they could help with this rough recovery.
An e-mail from University President Joseph Grunenwald said, “On behalf of our Haitian students, alumni and colleagues, the Clarion University community joins all academic communities to pledge its unflinching support to the humanitarian efforts that are critical to Haiti’s recovery.” More »
2.4.10 / News
Students, alumni, families, friends and even prospective students at Clarion University toured the Science and Technology Center during its grand opening and open house Jan. 30.
This newly constructed building was designed to be energy efficient and environmentally friendly to attain a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design rating. The LEED System was developed by the U.S. Green Building Council to recognize the use of environmentally friendly features and practices in new or renovated structures. In addition to having less impact on the environment, the buildings also have lower overall operating costs. More »
12.10.09 / News
CLARION, Pa., Dec. 3 -
Clarion University’s Student Senate held its last meeting of the semester Monday, Dec. 7.
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12.10.09 / News
CLARION, Pa., Dec. 7 – News broke just over two months ago, on Oct. 6, about the closing of the Earl R. Siler Day Care and Child Development Center. The day care is scheduled to close before Christmas Eve.
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12.10.09 / News
CLARION, Pa., Dec. 3 –
Last week set the stage for generous students to have an opportunity to get into the holiday spirit.
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12.3.09 / News
CLARION, Pa., Nov. 20 — Clarion University concluded its observance of Equity Week at its fifteenth Annual Equity Dinner and Awards Ceremony held Nov. 11. The week’s theme was “The Last Word on Race and Gender.”
Florence Shutsy-Reynolds, a Women Airforce Service Pilot (WASP) member, was the keynote speaker and an award recipient.
Equity awards were also presented to President Joseph Grunewald, professors Dr. Sandra Trejos and Dr. Robert Girvan, Clarion students Jermaine Merrill and Geovanni Miller, and community member Betty McKisson. More »
12.3.09 / News
CLARION, Pa., Nov. 24 — The Clarion City Council has unanimously decided to rename Ninth Avenue to Arnold Avenue in honor of George Arnold.
Ron Wilshire, assistant vice president of university relations, said the decision had been discussed over several months by Borough Council after a letter requesting the name change was received from Clarion University trustee Dr. Syed Ali-Zaidi. More »
12.3.09 / News
CLARION, Pa., Dec. 2 — Most people don’t consider 10 cents to be that much to print a sheet of paper. But the Clarion University purchasing department did some math, and every copy does add up.
The majority of expenses comes from changing print cartridges for the 540 printers, mostly Hewlett Packard, found on campus. Clarion spends $60,000 a year on these cartridges alone.
So to save some serious money, the university has begun deinstalling the HP printers in Carrier, and replacing them with Ricoh equipment. This new product is multi-functioning, including a printer, copier and scanner all in one. More »
11.19.09 / News
CLARION, Pa., Nov. 17 – The Study Abroad Club sponsored the Poverty Around the World presentation Nov. 17. The program spotlighted six speakers who all discussed different subtopics concerning poverty.
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11.19.09 / News
CLARION, Pa., Nov. 12 – Pennsylvania Auditor General Jack Wagner paid a visit to Clarion University Thursday, Nov. 12.
Wagner took his time acknowledging local supporters when he entered the Science and Technology Center to talk about issues pertaining to students.
The discussion, sponsored by the Clarion Young Democrats, began with Wagner explaining what exactly an Auditor General does.
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11.19.09 / News
CLARION Pa., Nov. 18 – The Political Economy Club and Muslim Student Association presented a panel about the Middle East. “The Middle East: A Clarion Perspective” discussed the culture, language, stereotypes, female roles, and the situation in Gaza.
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11.19.09 / News
CLARION, Pa., Nov. 18 – It takes 10 minutes, tops. It doesn’t hurt as much as you may remember as a child; in fact, Keeling Health Center is giving it out like candy.
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11.12.09 / News
CLARION, Pa., Nov. 10 – Veterans Day is a reminder of the women and men who have served not only in Operation Iraqi Freedom, but also in every war throughout America’s history. More »
11.12.09 / News
CLARION, Pa., Nov. 9 – Dr. Andrew Lingwall’s name will appear in the Journal of Advertising Education with his published article titled, “IMC and its Integration into Programs of Journalism and Mass Communication.” More »
11.12.09 / News
CLARION, Pa., Nov. 12 – The Gemmell Rotunda will be turned into a temporary barber shop tonight when Interim Director of Campus Life Shawn Hoke gets his head shaved.
The kicker is that it was his idea. More »
11.5.09 / News
Curious children show interest at the Siler day care center, which is set to close in December. (Caitlin McGill / The Clarion Call)
CLARION, Pa., Nov. 3 – It has been almost a month since news of the closing of the Earl R. Siler Child Care and Development Center was announced.
This news has impacted faculty to student-parents to education majors. The center is being closed due to financial reasons and action has been taken on all levels to find another option rather than shutting Siler’s doors. More »
11.5.09 / News
Keeling Health Center administered approximately 100 seasonal flu vaccines. The first dose was given during the week of Autumn Leaf Festival. The health center will not be allocated additional doses of the seasonal flu vaccine.
There are nine shots remaining that are on a first-come-first-serve basis.
“Keeling Health Center will be offering a vaccine for the H1N1 virus and expect to receive it before Thanksgiving break,” said Director of Health, Wellness and Counseling Susan Bornak.
H1N1 vaccines will be free for students and will be administered as the dead vaccine injectable version.
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