Welcome to the forty-fourth

issue of the CHHD Student

Newsletter.

Our purpose for this

Newsletter is to connect

you—our students—to the

College.

This issue has news and

updates about the college

as well as important dates

and reminders of upcoming

events.

Please contact Asst. Dean

Lewis (see pg 2 for contact

info) to send your news

items.

Written by:

Wendy Babiano

Edited by:

Ashley Mendoza

CHHD College of Health and

Human Development Student Newsletter

May 2012

Issue 44

The College of Health and

Human Development

Inter-Club Council (ICC)

now has a Facebook page!

FACEBOOK.COM

/CSUFHHDICC

LIKE us to receive news and events from the inter-club

council and also your college clubs and

organizations!

CARNIVAL OF CONNECTIONS

The HHD-ICC held their annual Carnival of Connections on April 19 on the ECS

lawn in collaboration with major Earth Week events all across campus that week.

Student clubs/organizations represented their own booth where visitors learned

more about the club through a fun, carnival type game. This helped raise

awareness about the various organizations within the College of Health & Human

Development and served as exposure for the majors and professions.

Dean Shari McMahan also made a special appearance instructing a Zumba class!

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May 11—Last day of classes

May 12-18—Semester

Examinations

May 19-20—Commencement

Exercises

May 25—Semester ends

Grade reports due

May 28—Memorial Day

CAMPUS CLOSED

College of Health and Human Development

Student Newsletter May 2012

College of Health and

Human Development

Dean’s Office - EC-606

657. 278 . 3311

Dean

Dr. Shari McMahan

smcmahan@fullerton.edu

Associate Dean

Dr. Kathy Koser

kkoser@fullerton.edu

Assistant Dean

Dr. Lea Beth Lewis

lblewis@fullerton.edu

Departments

Child and Adolescent Studies

Dr. Kari Knutson-Miller, Chair

EC-532

657 . 278 . 7511

Counseling

Dr. Leah Brew, Chair

EC-444

657 . 278 . 2708

Health Science

Dr. Jesse Jones, Chair

KHS-121B

657 . 278 . 7000

Human Services

Dr. Mikel Hogan, Chair

EC-478

657 . 278 . 3309

Kinesiology

Dr. Steve Walk, Chair

KHS-121D

657. 278 . 4763

Military Science (ROTC)

Lt. C. Jonathan Nepute, Chair

E-307

657. 278 . 5768

School of Nursing

Dr. Cindy Greenberg, Chair

EC-194D

657 . 278 . 3245

Social Work

Dr. David Cherin, Chair

EC-207K

657 . 278 . 8481

NOTE THIS! DATES AND REMINDERS

L to R: Denisse Rodriguez, James Wu, Bahar Hamedani, Dr. and Mrs. Ruby,

Wendy Babiano, Alvin Reyes, and Valissa Thomas

CHHD Students Sweep CHHD Students Sweep

Inaugural Titans Leaving Inaugural Titans Leaving

Their Footprint AwardTheir Footprint Award ( 3 of the 8 awardees!)

Outstanding Faculty Member of HHD Dr. James Ruby

at the ASI Banquet on April 27th

Student Leaders Reception on April 29th at The Ranch

Titan Recognitions

L to R: Valissa Thomas, Denisse Rodriguez,

Dr. Willie Hagan, and James Wu

L to R: Alvin Reyes, Valissa Thomas,

Wendy Babiano, Dr. Lea Beth Lewis,

Bahar Hamedani, Denisse Rodriguez,

and James Wu

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Describe on and off campus activities you were involved with. As a Peer Mentor in Freshman Programs, I assisted freshman with transitioning from high school to university settings. I presented lessons on time-management, cam-pus resources, and study skills, and also co-facilitating class discussions, role-modeling and mentorship.

As an Intern in University Outreach, I performed a variety of academic and motivational workshops and presentations for high school students. I also guided students with their pre-college planning through academic counseling, transcript evaluations, and college and financial aid applications.

Throughout my membership in the Child and Adolescent Studies Student Association, I became Vice-President and Information Manager where I documented weekly meeting minutes, developed the CASSA newsletter, and coordinated events for member recruitment and networking opportunities.

Describe your post- baccalaureate experiences thus far. What are the steps you took to get to where you are now? How have your undergraduate involvements contribute to your student success? I spent a lot of time visiting the Career Center and speaking with professors, Dr. Lewis and other advisors to perfect my résumé. I also took on relevant internships and leadership opportunities to help me explore career options.

What has been your favorite course or instructor? One of my favorite courses was University 100 with Professor Drew, assisted by Dr. Lea Beth Lewis. UNIV100 helped me acclimate to a university setting and set the path for my success; Lea Beth has been a huge part of my college career and has been a great mentor. I also enjoyed CAS-490T with Dr. Oliver because she goes above and beyond to assist her students; there is no doubt that she loves her jobs and cares for her students.

Academic tips for students in the College of Health and Human Development. ● Visit your professors during office hours or keep in contact through email and get to know them. They can be a great resource as well as a great letter of recommendation in the future. ● Get involved on campus. Take advantage of leadership, networking and volunteer opportunities and use the services offered at the Career Center.

What do you like most about CSUF? I don't have a favorite aspect of CSUF...it just feel like home to me.

College of Health and Human Development

Student Newsletter May 2012

Meet healthy and humane,

Lindsey Ellsworth

Major: CHAD, Minor: Sociology

Year Graduated: January 2012

Favorite Quote: “There’s a difference between interest and commitment. When you’re interested in doing something, you do it only when circumstances permit. When you’re commit-ted to something, you accept no excuses, only results.”

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Briefly describe on and off campus activities you were involved with. I was the ICC representative for Kinesiology Student Association (KSA) for one year and secretary the following year. This experience was like starting a new club. We encountered all the ups-and downs student leaders could face learning mostly from our mistakes, however, we learned to respect each other and did our best to serve our members.

Also, being the HHD-ICC Director of Programs was the best leadership experience I am very proud and I had the privilege to serve the best college on campus, HHD, and the clubs associated along with it. The Carnival of Connections is a proud legacy because it was incredibly successful and on-going for at least two years. The carnival is truly a collaborative experience that cannot be done without everyone's involvement. The Student Leadership Institute (SLI) Social Justice Activism is also a great way to start getting involved and learn effective ways to lead in an active, comfortable environment. SLI is a great way to meet other students with similar interests to be more than just a student.

Describe your post- baccalaureate experiences thus far. What are the steps you took to get to where you are now? How have your undergraduate involvements contribute to your student success? My post-baccalaureate experience has not been glamorous. I had to change my plans for graduate school. I needed money to pay rent so I started working general labor jobs. Recently, I took advantage of the Internship and Career Expo at CSUF and have had some potential career opportunities. Because of my involvement during my undergraduate experiences, I built a reputation of honesty, good work ethics, and academics, which made me the student with which others wanted to study. As a matter of fact, Chase Everwine, the KSA president, and I would compete for grades in classes we had together pushing ourselves to do well.

What has been your favorite course or instructor? My favorite course and instructor is History and Philosophy of Human Movement by Dr. Ken Ravizza. He reminded us about our unique and special academic discipline which made me feel like a proud Kinesiology student.

Academic tips for students in the College of Health and Human Development.

●Get a tutor when having academic struggles. I went to the Writing Center when I had challenges with papers and also to the Learning Center for physics in Principles of Human Movement. CSUF wants you to succeed so take advantage of all available resources . ●Try not to mistake the teacher for the lesson. Teachers are people too. Some personalities do not match, and that is okay. But, do not let personal feelings be an obstruction to your education. This philosophy will serve students long after they graduate.

What do you like most about CSUF? I bleed Blue and Orange! Once a Titan always a Titan! Being a Titan was the best experience I've ever had next to the birth of my children. I loved everything about CSUF good and bad.

College of Health and Human Development

Student Newsletter May 2012

Meet healthy and humane,

Carl Martinez

Major: Kinesiology

Year Graduated: May 2011

Favorite Quote: “Stress happens when the mind resists what is.” ~ Way of the Peaceful Warrior.

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