“This project brought us into the real world. It taught me a lot more than just the concept of advertising.”
Kate Monagan, Business Administration
Thanksgiving Break
Please be advised that campus offices and residence halls will be closed for Thanksgiving break as of 7:00pm on Tuesday, November 22. Residence halls will remain locked until Sunday, November 27 at 8:00am. Classes will resume on Monday, November 28. Have a wonderful holiday!
Community Service Club and
Thanksgiving Basket Drive 
Community service is a wonderful way for students to reach out to the community and make a difference during their college experience. The Harrington Center for Career Development and Community Service offers a wide variety of service opportunities that students are encouraged to participate in. Tarren Bailey, class of '06 and executive board member of the club, states, "I love seeing how happy people are when we do things for them. The experience is very rewarding." Among other things, the club is involved in Special Olympics, a whiffle ball tournament to support a child with Leukemia, and they plan to send a group of students to assist with the Katrina Relief Effort as an alternative spring break option. In addition, the club has sponsored a Thanksgiving Basket Drive to assist families in need during the holiday season. Many students, faculty, staff have participated to make the holidays more enjoyable for the community. Every student is encouraged to become involved in the Community Service Club to enhance their Colby-Sawyer College experience.
Colby-Sawyer College Presidential Search Update
As many of you are aware, the search for Colby-Sawyer College's next president is underway. For an update on the process, please visit the Presidential Search Web Site
Holiday Gift Ideas for Students! Wondering what to get your student this holiday season? We have a few suggestions that are sure to be a hit!
1)Interview Outfits
The holidays are the perfect opportunity to provide your student with an interview-appropriate outfit. Kathy Taylor, Director of Career Development at the Harrington Center, suggests the following:
Interview Attire for Men:
* A tailored suit
* A solid white, long-sleeve, 100% cotton dress shirt.
* A leather belt that matches the shoe color
Interview Attire for women:
*An A-line skirt and jacket in a conservative cut
*a blouse that is conservatively cut
*1"-2" heels with natural-color hoisery
*small earrings
Remind your son or daughter that an interview is their only opportunity to make a good first impression. Dressing tastefully and professionally is essential.2)Smart Card Dollars
By adding money to your son or daughter's Smart Card dining account, you are giving them the funds to eat at the Lethbridge Lodge Snack Bar. From Mozzarella Sticks to unique specials such as the Tuscan Turkey Melt, there is something for every palate. Customers will find special promotions every month with fun prizes. This year we have given away MP3 Players and a New England Patriots Tedy Bruschi Jersey. To add money to your son or daughter's Smart Card dining account, please click here. To access the menus at the Lethbridge Lodge, click here.3)Bookstore Gift Certificate
A gift certificate to the Colby-Sawyer College bookstore can help students purchase their spring semester books and supplies. If you would like to purchase a gift certificate to the Colby-Sawyer bookstore, please contact bookstore manager, Kim White at (603)-526-3715.
Financial Aid Reminder
It is nearly time to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2006-2007 academic year. The deadline for new student applications for the FAFSA is February 15, 2006, and the deadline for transfer or returning students is March 1, 2006. It is strongly recommended that families complete the FAFSA electronically because this method is processed quickly and errors are easily corrected. The website is: www.FAFSA.ed.gov, but applications can only be accepted after January 1, 2006. Financial Aid Information
Final Exams are Approaching!
Many students find themselves pulling “all-nighters” to prepare for finals, only to discover that when they sit down to take the exam, they're too exhausted to remember anything they've studied! Encourage your student to begin studying early and to get plenty of rest.
Final Exam Schedule
Thinking of Your Student? Send a Care Package!
As mentioned, finals are fast approaching! This is a great time to send students a care package to wish them luck on their exams and to let them know you're thinking about them. Click here for more information about care packages.
The Office of Parent and Family Relations welcomes suggestions for topics in our newsletter. Please contact us at: The Office of Parent and Family Relations (888)-514-8262 (603)-526-3978 parents@colby-sawyer.edu
