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Community Service BoardThe vision of the Community Service Board is to encourage a variety of students on campus to participate in community events that help unify the campus in bringing together non-traditional, commuter, and new students to events that are held at the Union building. We cater to students in providing events that encour-age students to relax and enjoy school.

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Food for FinalsAs students we all understand the stresses of Finals Week. Each one of us is cramming in that last bit of information to get an “A”. The Community Service board knows exactly what students are going through. After all, the board consists of students just like you. We know how stressed students can be every semester during finals week so we provide breakfast, drinks, and a great atmosphere to relax before taking finals. The Community Service board cares for the students on this campus and wants them to succeed. In what better way than providing breakfast right before heading into class? Please join us in the Union Building for ‘Food for Finals’ on Wednesday December 9th from 7am to 11am (or until food is gone).

Date NightDate night is a charming event for students to enjoy a night with that special someone. Dinner at the lovely Crimson View Cafe kicks off the pleasant night. Followed with music, games, caricature artists, photographs, and a great view of the city; Date Night is always a romantic night to remember. Whether you are married, dating, or even just meeting for the first time and need something to do, come join us at date night! To RSVP to this event, email Michelle Doong, at mdoong@union.utah.edu or check out the UPC website at www.upc.utah.edu.

Entertainment coming to a venue near you…Kilby Court Headlights, Evangelicals, We Shot the Moon, The Duchess & the DukeThe Depot Rusted Root, They Might Be GiantsIn The Venue Regina Spektor, Imogen Heap, Thrice, Rooney, AFIEnergy Solutions Arena (what use to be the Delta Center) Billy Joel and Elton John, Utah Jazz

SportsSAT, NOV 7 Football, New Mexico at Utah, 4 pmSAT, NOV 7 Men’s Basketball, Findlay at Utah, NoonFRI, NOV 13 Men’s Basketball, Idaho at Utah, 7 pmSAT, NOV 14 Football, Utah at TCU, 5:30 pmWED, NOV 18 Men’s Basketball, Utah State at Utah, 6 pmSAT, NOV 21 Football, San Diego State at Utah, 2 pmSAT, NOV 21 Men’s Basketball, Southern University at Utah, 7 pmTUES, NOV 24 Men’s Basketball, Seattle University at Utah, 7 pmSAT, NOV 28 Football, “The Holy War”, Utah at BYU, 3 pmSAT, DEC 5 Men’s Basketball, Idaho State at Utah, 7 pmWED, DEC 9 Men’s Basketball, Michigan at Utah, 7 pmSAT, DEC 12 Men’s Basketball, Oklahoma at Utah, 2 pmSAT, DEC 19 Men’s Basketball, Illinois State at Utah, 4 pmTUES, DEC 29 Men’s Basketball, Texas-San Antonio at Utah, 7 pm

Try it!WEDNESDAYS UNTIL DEC 16 Star PartiesWED, NOV 4 LGBT Film Series, Union Theatre, 4 – 6:30 pmWED, DEC 2 LGBT Film Series, Union Theatre, 4 – 6:30 pmWED, DEC 2 Lecture by Isabel Allende, 6 – 9 pm

Get InvolvedSAT, DEC 5 Conference on Social Awareness, Union Building, 9 am – 4 pm

School StuffMON, NOV 2 Getting Into Graduate School Fair, Saltair Room, Noon – 1:30 pmTHUR, NOV 26 - 27 Thanksgiving Day HolidayFRI, DEC 11 Fall Semester Classes EndMON, DEC 14 – 18 Finals WeekTUES, DEC 29 Grades Available

UPCWED, NOV 4 Gallery Stroll, Student Lounge, 11 am - 1 pm WED, DEC 2 Gallery Stroll, Student Lounge, 11 am - 1 pmWED, DEC 9 Food for Finals, Union Ballroom, 7 am - 11 am

CAMPUS RELIGIOUS and SPIRITUAL GROUPSRegardless of what you believe in, or if you’re looking for something to believe in, there is something for everyone on campus! And if there isn’t, start a group and you may just prompt a spiritual movement! Baha'i Campus Association uubahai.nomaki.jpCampus Crusade for Christ www.utahcru.comEpiscopalian/Lutheran Campus Ministry at the U www.lumenmin.orgGraduate Christian Fellowship www.ivutah.orgIntervarsity Christian FellowshipInterfaith Council clubs2.asuu.utah.edu/interfaithLumen: A Community of Faith Living the Questions www.lumenmin.orgMuslim Students Association www.msauu.comNewman Center - Catholics on Campuswww.unewman.orgOrthodox Christian FellowshipPagan Student Spiritual AllianceReformation FellowshipSalt Lake University Institutes - LDS Community www.lds.orgStudent Hillel of Utah - Jewish Communitywww.ustudents.net/hillelUtenitedwww.utenited.com Visit ustudents.com for a comprehensive list of student groups on campus or start your own group.

On Campus: Look around! Frolic in the snow, make snow angels, or build a snowman— maybe even an igloo. Be creative! Take a stroll around the beautiful white campus with a friend!Off Campus: ZooLights! Utah’s Hogle Zoo has the largest animated holiday lights park and it just got bigger and better! Last year Hogle Zoo began Zoolights with over a million sparkling holiday lights. This year there are even more lights in the trees, around railings and animated light displays! View twinkling animated animals, warm up under heaters and enjoy savory seasonal treats along the way. To make your evening merry and bright, listen to live entertainment as you sip on hot chocolate and complete your holiday shopping at the Wild Zootique gift shop. Weather permitting, you can take your date on the Conservation Carousel, another first this year for Utah’s Hogle Zoo!www.hoglezoo.org/promo/zoo-lights

On Campus: Grab a cup of coffee or hot choco-late and cuddle up with a (text)book in the Student Lounge (that room with a fireplace in the Union on the 2nd floor).Off Campus: Festival of Trees, South Towne Expo-sition Center, December 2nd - 5thFor 39 years, the Festival of Trees has been a “Gift of Love” to children at Primary Children's Medical Center. The Festival is organized by a volunteer board of 84 women who enlist time and talents from thousands of individuals, organizations, businesses, and families throughout Utah. Attractions include more than 800 decorated Christmas trees, an aisle of wreaths, a Gingerbread Village, a Santa Land, and much more. With over $1.4 million raised in 2008, this festival has donated over $24 million since 1971.

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M.E.Ch.A.We are a national student organization that began in the 60's that works to empower the 

community by lobbying at the capital for social justice issues. By being mentors and hosting a 

state wide annual conference, we work to recruit high school students to Higher Education.

Chi Omega SororityChi Omega was chartered at the University of 

Utah in 1914, making it the �rst sorority at the U. The Chi O house is at the center of Greek Row 

and has received the Dean of Student's Award of Excellence for two straight years for being an 

outstanding sorority chapter. As a chapter, we place an emphasis on scholastic achievement and 

meaningful hands-on service. The Chi O's have many social events such as Shindig, ice skate date 

night, winter and spring formals, sisterhood retreats and other events. Contact us for more info 

about spring recruitment or snap bids! XΩ.

Government Relations BoardThe Government Relations Board is responsible for 

raising political awareness on campus, namely lobbying the state legislature in the interest of the 

students of the University of Utah and higher education in general. Anyone can join! Come to our 

meetings every Thursday at 7 PM in Union Room 311.

Queer Students of ColorQSOC is an organization that is committed to creating safe, a�rming, and empowering spaces that support 

students who identify as queer and of color.  In addition, QSOC is dedicated to social justice and equity for all 

and encourage all to critically engage and join the �ght…please check your privilege at the door! For more 

info, please contact Esther Kim or Dhiraj Chand at notstraight.notwhite@gmail.com

Ed CatmullWho said life after college wasn’t magi-cal? The co-founder and president of Pixar Animation Studios is now president of Disney Animation Studios.

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Think nothing cool happens in Utah?...you might think differently after you know about some of our alumni that have given Utah a good name! Check out these graduates that showed what Utah is all about:

Nolan BushnellLong before Sudoku ruled the world, Nolan invented Pong and is also the co-founder of Atari.

John WarnockThe next time you open a .pdf you will think of this guy who was the co-founder of Adobe Systems Inc. Think it’s a coincidence we have a new War-nock engineering building? Think again.

Beehive BootThe Beehive Boot, which signifies instate football supremacy, was conceived in 1971. The authentic pioneer boot is awarded annually to the Utah school with the best record against its instate foes. The schools who compete for the boot are: University of Utah, Brigham Young and Utah State University. In its 37-year history, the Beehive Boot has been awarded to Utah 10 times.

BandThe University of Utah Marching Band began in the 1940s as a military band. In 1948, University President A. Ray Olpin recruited Ron Gregory from Ohio State University to form a marching band fashioned after the great collegiate bands of the Midwest. In the turbulent ’60s, support for the band dwindled, and in 1969, the Associated Students for the Univer-sity of Utah (ASUU) discontinued its funding. The band was revived in 1976 after a fund-raising effort. Since then, the “Pride of Utah” Marching Utes have performed at all home football games, as well as numerous NFL and college bowl games.

After a cold day on campus, get dressed up for a warm night inside. Head to Capitol Theatre for Ballet West's Nutcracker. This traditional Christmas story runs December 4th thru the 31st. Tickets start as low as $20 and can be purchased online or at Capitol Theatre. Ring in the Holidays with spectacular choreography, historic music and embellished costumes. Capitol Theatre is located on 50 West and 200 South.

Warm up and get cozy

Utah is known for having the best snow on earth. What is your favorite thing to do outside in the winter?

Alisha M. says - Well, I love to ski, but my friend and I also discovered that going out at night and sledding down people's driveways and sloped lawns (and sometimes down parts of the sidewalk) is really fun and funny. It's also a great workout. Just make sure if you go down the sidewalk, that there's a good amount of snow built up on each side so you stay on the sidewalk (kind of like a luge).

Siosifa U. says- Go sledding, but essentially throw snowballs at my friends :)

Whitney D. says - I love to hot tub when it's cold. It sounds crazy but it's always the best, that way you never get too hot. Ohh and ice blocking is always a blast. Definite must for winter.

Registration is just around the corner, what classes do you recommend?

Hasty N. says - Tai Chi/ Yoga Class it is a class that everyone should take! You learn how to move, you become flexible and it is a fun chill class. If that isn't enough, football players take the class too, it’s great eye candy.

Erin K. says - If you love pictures and have a dusty film camera laying around, enroll in Basic Photography through the Communication department. For four credits, the class is fun, rewarding, and a learning experience that you can not receive from other academic classes. What could be better?

Jeremy W. says - Power Basics from Alan Sandomir is one of the best classes I have taken in my three years at the U. Explore the dynamics of power and manipu-lation from a great professor. Here is the best part though. NO tests, NO quizzes, NO assignments, your whole grade is based on participation.

Tired of playing in the snow? Here are some new ideas for a quiet night in: * Grab some blankets, board games, and a mug of steamy hot cocoa. (Don’t forget the mini marshmallows!) * Cuddle with your sweetie in front of the fireplace as you spend the night battling over Monopoly and Cranium. * Grab some popcorn and watch a movie, you’ll get toasty in no time. * Decorate your own Christmas shaped cookies and build a ginger bread house. * Rent a whole season of a TV show and get addicted. * Be crafty. Make homemade peppermint taffy or knit a scarf.

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How do you get warm after a day of playing in the snow?

Alisha M. says - After a day of playing in the snow, I go home and curl up by the fire with a big cup of hot chocolate or some good soup . . . and the most important part of the picture is the warm cutie sitting next to me. :)

Sammy says - First I thaw my frozen feet with fuzzy socks and then I love making cookies in shapes and decorating them! Board games are also way fun when you have to be stuck inside, cranium is my favorite!

Rachel S. says - Stay inside and cuddle. I hate the cold weather so I like to avoid it at all costs. Get a good movie and some hot cocoa and cuddle up with a friend.

UTE LINGOHPER à (high-per), nounThe Health Physical Education and Recreation Building is not a name you hear. Ever. The HPER complex is located west of the Residence Halls and just North of the Huntsman Center. Discernable mostly by the repli-cated cement outward appearance on all the buildings, it is common for students to become lost in the land of the physical fitness.

LNCO à (link-oh), nounRight across the way from OSH is the Languages and Communication Building, where the nickname “LNCO” comes from. It contains exactly what it infers; our language and communications folk. Be aware of which entrance you use; you may end up on the first or second floor depending on your choice. Aside from the somewhat confusing infrastructure, the vicinity between the LNCO and the OSH is a lovely area to mingle between classes.

DARS à (därz), nounYour DARS a.k.a., Degree Audit Reporting System, is a must have when you pay a visit to your counselor. This report is a nifty tool that shows you the classes you’ve taken, classes needed to graduate, your GPA, and even includes a couple colorful charts at the top. You can generate your DARS report by logging onto your Campus Information System (CIS) page. Under the “Stu-dent” tab you can click on “Generate DARS report”, select your major and hit the view button. Print it out and your academic agenda awaits you.

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The Canyons Ski Resort - 4000 The Canyons Resort Dr., Park City.Explore over 166 trails for snowboarders and skiers while at this resort. Don’t know how to ski? This resort has a ski school to help make you an expert. It’s only $60 for a day pass or $419 for a college student season pass. The resort opens November 27th and features many restaurants, lodging, shops, a spa and equipment rentals. The resort also holds seasonal events such as the Santa Run in December, sleigh rides, snow shoeing, rail jams and dog sledding.

Temple Square - 50 W. North Temple, Salt Lake.In winter, Temple Square is covered with hundreds of lights surrounding the white temple backdrop. Beginning the day after Thanksgiving, the lights radiate throughout December. Jump on Trax and head down for a stroll that will get you into the Christmas mood.

Gallivan Center - 239 S. Main St., Salt Lake.Looking to bring out the figure skater in you? Good news! The ice rink at Gallivan, Salt Lake’s only outdoor ice skating rink, will open on November 13th. Admission is only $5 with $3 skate rentals. The rink will be open Mon.-Thurs. 12 to 9 pm, Fri.-Sat. 12 to 11 pm and Sun. 12 to 7 pm.

Explore a winter wonderland!