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Instead of the RUB desk, the
Metzgar building will be pro
viding information to visitors.
“With the Metzgar opening,
which is the [new] Admissions
and Alumni Center, [it will] be
the first place people are going
to see once they get on cam
pus,” says Kovalcik. “They are
going to stop there and ask di
rections to all these different
places [so] that portion of the
RUB desk’s function is kind of
obsolete now.”
In addition to the RUB desk
and entertainment system ren
ovations, there will be an area
where students can study with
traditional tables and chairs.
“The biggest hope is that,
STUDENT ORGANIZATION
Beacon receives award
ALLY ORLANDO
news editor
The Behrend Beacon was
awarded the Patriot Award for
supporting Daniel J. Smith
while he was in South Korea
with a Special Operations
Group.
The award serves to recog
nize supportive employers that
are critical to maintaining the
strength and readiness of the
National Guard and Reserve
units.
Every member of the Na
tional Guard and Reserve has
the opportunity to nominate
their employer for supporting
them while they are on
EMPLOYER SUPPORT OF
THE GUAHP AND RESEfUfIE
SGA
University Faculty Senate Representative
Paris Norwood
Semester: 7
Major: Psychology
I am requesting your consideration for the posi
tion of University Faculty Senate Representative.
My interest in Forensic Psychology; understand
ing how law pertains to how people think, would
make me a great liaison between the Senate and
student body. As previous President of the Asso
ciation of Black Collegians, and President of the
Psychology Club, I have gained a strong grasp of
problems students face. Although holding these
positions is a strength that helped me acquire
knowledge about the matters that affect stu
dents, I believe my true strength comes from my
immersion and investment in what is truly Penn
State; an institution that works to improve the
well being of individuals and communities
through teaching, research, and service. I under
stand the importance of working together for a
common cause. Thank you for your considera
tion as a candidate for UFSR.
Upperclassman Senator
Danielle Price
Semester: 7
Major: MIS
Hello Everyone! I am currently the Vice-President
of the MIS club and was an active member of the
SGA Senate in the past. I would like the opportu
nity to help serve the student body by being a part
of SGA. I will do my best to help students get the
most out of their time here at PSB. Your vote would
be very much appreciated. Thank you.
[since] student lounge space is
very limited in Reed right now,
this will give a place for com
muter students who are waiting
in between classes to go and
hang out instead of waiting in
the academic buildings,” says
Kovalcik.
Kovalcik explained that the
student lounge space will allow
students who live in the apart
ments or Almy to hangout if
they have time to spare inbe
tween classes.
“Bruno’s isn’t necessarily a
place to hang out. It’s just the
default location because there’s
nothing for people to do right
now so this is just adding to
that student experience of hav
ing a place to be.”
active duty.
Smith explained that he “felt
the Beacon should be recog
nized because they dealt with
out [his] assistance for a
month.”
Smith is a member of the
171st Security Forces Squadron
in the United States Air Force
and Pennsylvania Air National
Guard. He is also a photo editor
for the Beacon.
Because of his dedication and
involvement with the Air Na
tional Guard , he is on standby
to miss weeks, or even months,
of school as needed.
Last year he traveled to
South Korea for a month on a
Security Forces mission.
SGA Elections for Fall of 2009 will take place on
Wednesday, September 23
and Thursday, September 24
One position: Represents Behrend at the University Faculty Senate at University Park. Responsible
for taking the views and opinions of Behrend students to the attention of Penn State.
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SGA Elections
LaSheena Barnes
Semester: 8
Major: Psychology
The Student Government Association provides a
medium through which students can make their
voices heard not only on this campus, but Uni
versity wide. Beyond academics, an important
aspect of university life is the opportunity to be
involved in organizations that serve to enrich
your experience. SGA funds those organizations.
As a former voting member of SGA, I can tell you
that it is a very rewarding experience. I would
love to be a part of that again. I vow to represent
not only myself, but also the student body that I
pride myself in being a part of.
Phil Heidenreich
Semester: 7
Major:
History/PL SC
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Danielle Price
Semester: 7
Major: MIS
Hello Everyone! I am currently the Vice-Presi
dent of the MIS club and was an active member
of the SGA Senate in the past. I would like the
opportunity to help serve the student body by
being a part of SGA. I will do my best to help stu
dents get the most out of their time here at PSB.
Your vote would be very much appreciated.
Thank you
Freshman Senator
Corey Ritchey
Semester: 1
Major: Software
Engineering/Mathematics
I am a student-athlete who is a Software Engineering and
Mathematics double major. I want to be a SGA senator repre
senting the freshman class because I’m friendly, I’m outgoing,
and I’ll advocate for my classmates and represent our view-
points on the SGA Student Council
Behrend Beacon
September 18, 2009
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