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(09/29/08)

Student Election Forum Set for Oct. 2

Miami University Middletown will host an Election '08 Student Forum from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2 in Johnston Hall's Hawk Haven.

Speaking at 11 a.m. will be Fran Schreiberg of the AFL-CIO Student Voting Rights Protection Program. At 1 p.m. Shekar Jayaram of Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner's office will speak. This event is free and open to the public.

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(09/29/08)

Redskin to RedHawk Lecture at Miami Middletown

A lecture on the development and transition of Miami's mascot from "Redskins" to "RedHawks" and the current relationship Miami has with the Miami tribe of Oklahoma will be presented by Bobbe Burke at Miami University Middletown on Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 6 p.m. in Johnston Hall Room 136.

Burke has been the Coordinator of Activities and Relations with the Miami Tribe since 1994, when an ad hoc committee determined that a staff person was needed to help oversee and coordinate the various connections and possibilities that were developing. In this role, she serves as the contact point for people wishing to make connections with the Miami Tribe and as a liaison with staff of the tribe to coordinate visits to and from Oklahoma.

Miami University's relationship with the Miami Tribe began in the early 1970s. While Burke was exploring the details of that early relationship to be able to document it fully, another interest surfaced—how did Miami University begin and use a Native American mascot? That led to a several year research project that tells that story.

This lecture is free and open to the public. Miami University Middletown is located at 4200 E. University Blvd.

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(09/29/08)

Miami Middletown Downtown October Events Scheduled

In October, Miami Middletown Downtown will present a slate of events that includes a book club, career help and a writing group. All events are free and open to the public. Miami Middletown Downtown is located at 4 North Main Street, former home of the Masonic Temple, in Middletown.

On Saturday, October 18, the Illuminati Writing Group will meet at 2 p.m. This casual writing and work-shopping group is for all levels and genres of writing. Peer critique and writing exercises will help you polish your craft while having fun with other local writers. For more information, contact Michelle Lawrence at illuminati@muohio.edu.

On Wednesday, October 15, the Booking It! Non-Fiction Book Conversations group will meet at 5 p.m. to discuss Richard Preston's The Hot Zone: A Terrifying True Story. Preston tells the dramatic and chilling story of an Ebola virus outbreak in a suburban Washington, D.C. laboratory, with descriptions of frightening historical epidemics of rare and lethal viruses. More hair-raising than anything Hollywood could think of, because it's all true. For more information, contact Barbara Roberts at (513) 727-3337.

On Thursday, October 23, a "career changers" session will begin at 7 p.m. For those on the job hunt or thinking about changing careers, these seminars focus on a variety of useful topics, from finding your career path to job hunting to developing interviewing skills. For more information, contact Mira Smith at (513) 727-3431.

On Tuesday, October 28, Jimmy D. Rogers will be featured during a music hour at 7 p.m. Rogers is very active on the local blues scene as a singer, pianist and organist. He recently won the Greater Cincinnati Blues Challenge earning a slot at the International Blue Challenge in Memphis, Tenn. next year.

Miami Middletown Downtown is a multipurpose activity center designed to bring the campus and community together by providing flexible space for workshops, lectures, seminars, meetings, cultural events and more. For more information on any of these events or other upcoming events at Miami Middletown Downtown call (513) 727-3200 or log onto www.mid.muohio.edu/community.

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(09/26/08)

MUM Sponsors Essay Contest for GED Students, Graduates

To recognize and encourage students who earn a GED to pursue their educational goals, Miami University Middletown is sponsoring Write Now! This project offers current GED students and 2008-2009 GED graduates in Butler, Warren, Preble and Montgomery counties the opportunity to write an essay and earn a $500 award for educational purposes.

Participants will attend a writing workshop on National Make a Difference Day, October 25, 2008. Attendees will meet members of the MUM community, listen to a student panel presentation and work on their essays in a small group led by English faculty. Lunch will be provided.

A recognition ceremony will be held in January where a winner of the award will be officially announced and several writers will have the opportunity to read their essays. Write Now! is sponsored by Miami University Middletown with generous contributions from the Middletown Community Foundation and Middletown Rotary.

Participants are encouraged to register by October 10. Contact Dr. Marianne Cotugno at (513) 217-4098, mcotugno@muohio.edu, for more information on how to register.

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(09/26/08)

Fantastic Free Fridays Continues with Magician Stephen Knight

Miami University Middletown's Fantastic Free Fridays series continues its ninth season at 10 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 10 with a performance of Respect is a Magic Word by magician Stephen Knight. Recommended for grades k-8, Knight combines timely and important life messages with the impact of visual illusion, fun comedy and audience participation.

Other Fantastic Free Fridays performances scheduled for the fall are: Miami University World Percussion Day (10 a.m. on October 24) and A Christmas Carol by Artreach Theatre (10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on December 5).

Fantastic Free Fridays performances are open to the public. Groups interested in attending performances should contact Susan Joyce, music faculty member at Miami University Middletown, at joyces@muohio.edu, or by voice mail at (513) 727-3415.

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(09/17/08)

Butler-Warren College Fair Set for October 8

Miami University and 12 area high schools will host the Butler-Warren College Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 8 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm at the Towne Mall. The mall is located just off I-75, exit 32, the Middletown exit.

Students and parents can speak with more than 80 representatives from colleges, universities and technical schools at this event. A workshop about financial aid will be offered at 6:30 and 7:00 pm.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information contact your school guidance office, call 513-727-3216 or 1-86-MIAMI-MID (toll-free) or email mumadmission@muohio.edu.

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(09/17/08)

Miami Middletown Plans Oct. 12 Golf Outing

Miami University Middletown is holding its second annual golf outing on Sunday, Oct. 12 at Walden Ponds in Hamilton. Tee time is 1 p.m.

The $75 fee includes 18 holes of golf, golf cart and a grill out dinner. Proceeds from the outing will benefit Miami University Middletown's Athletics.

Deadline for registration is Wednesday, Oct.1. For more information or to register, call (513) 727-3317. Walden Ponds is located at 6090 Golf Club Lane in Hamilton.

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(09/16/08)

Tuesday, Sept. 16 Class Cancellations

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(09/11/08)

Middletown Miami Alumni Make Book Awards

The Middletown Area Chapter of the Miami University Alumni Association recently made four $250 book awards for students beginning their studies at Miami's Middletown, Hamilton and Oxford campuses.

Attending the Oxford Campus, Danielle Fabry, a recent Lakota East graduate active in student government, peer counseling, rowing, Junior Classical League, Psychology Club, Assistant Yearbook Editor, Mu Alpha Theta, rowing and community service, plans on studying psychology with an emphasis on pre-med.

Fellow Lakota East graduate Katherine L. Gormas, will be attending the Oxford campus and majoring in marketing. She was active in Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society, peer counseling, varsity cheerleading, Young Life, community service and a Student "ThunderHawk" Mentor.

Also attending the Oxford campus, Middletown High grad Margaret Patterson, active in the National Honor Society, French Honor Society, GATE, History Film club, community service, music and theatre in high school, will be following those interests as she majors in music education.

From Preble Shawnee High School, Lawton Owen Lovely, who has already earned 28 Miami credits as a PSEO student, will continue his studies at the Oxford Campus, working toward a degree in earth or chemistry science education. He was active in the National Honor Society, varsity soccer, basketball, Preble Shawnee Mascot, Optimist Club, music, theatre and community service.

The Middletown Miami alumni group works throughout the year to fund these book awards as well as an endowed scholarship. Information about becoming a member is available on the web at www.miamialum.org/middletownchapter.

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(09/09/08)

The Simpkins' to Perform Downtown on September 23

Miami Middletown Downtown's music hour series continues at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23 with a performance by Ed and Debbie Simpkins.

Drawing on the traditional folk music of Appalachia, the Simpkins' perform original songs using guitar, banjo, harmonica, dulcimer and voice. They have been performing for nearly 30 years at venues across the country and have recorded seven albums together.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Gary Drigel at (513) 727-3237. Miami Middletown Downtown is located at 4 North Main Street, with parking available behind the building.

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(09/05/08)

Miami Middletown Offers ACT Prep Class

Miami University Middletown will offer Reviewing for the "Big Test" - ACT Readiness beginning Sept. 27. It will be held on four consecutive Saturday mornings from 9 am - 12 pm. The cost is $155, including all materials.

Students will learn test-taking strategies, review the four basic test areas and get study tips for the upcoming test dates, Oct. 25 and Dec. 13. (Students must register for the ACT separately, approximately five weeks in advance of the test date.)

For those who need a more convenient time the Online ACT Prep Course is also available. This web-based course provides online tests that give students testing experience, pre- and post-test assessment to identify areas for extra study and a comprehensive skills review to refresh students' core skills. This class starts at the student's convenience and different programs are available to suit the individual student. Prices range from $175-$275.

For more information on all of Miami Middletown's Corporate and Community Institute programs or to register, log onto http://miamiuhamilton.augusoft.net/ or call the Corporate and Community Institute at (513) 727-3300.

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(09/05/08)

Fantastic Free Fridays Continue at Miami Middletown

Miami University Middletown's Fantastic Free Fridays series begins its ninth season at 10 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 26 with a performance by Celtic folk quartet Knot Fibb'n.

Recommended for all ages, Columbus-based Knot Fibb'n features innovative modern arrangements of traditional American-Irish dance tunes, airs and songs.

Other Fantastic Free Fridays performances scheduled for the fall are: Respect is a Magic Word with magician Stephen Knight (10 a.m. on October 10), Miami University World Percussion Day (10 a.m. on October 24) and A Christmas Carol by Artreach Theatre (10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on December 5).

A generous donation from the Bever family of Oxford is again helping to support the Fantastic Free Fridays program.

Fantastic Free Fridays performances are open to the public. Groups interested in attending performances should contact Susan Joyce, music faculty member at Miami University Middletown, at joyces@muohio.edu, or by voice mail at (513) 727-3415.

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(09/02/08)

Miami Middletown to Host Blood Drive

Miami University Middletown will host a blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 18 in the Campus Community Center, Room 142. Donors must be at least 17 years old and weigh 110 pounds, be in good general health and must bring a photo I.D. with their full name.

For information on donor eligibility, visit www.cbccts.org, call (800) 388-4483 or email canidonate@cbccts.org. Miami Middletown is located at 4200 E. University Blvd.

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