Sometimes there's news in State College that seems like it should have happened years ago. This is one of those stories.
The Penn State Interfraternity Council and the Panhellenic Council announced a partnership this afternoon to form the IFC/PHC Community Coalition, which will be tasked with coordinating and strengthening the Greek community's stake in State College. The IFC/PHC Community Coalition has already planned a joint meeting of the IFC and PHC President's Councils on Monday, February 21, to discuss how the Greek community can provide leadership during the student-created drinking holiday.
Even though Greek Week 2011 won't kick off for a few months, the Greek Week Overall Committee is already hard at work putting it together.
Public Relations Overall Marissa Knaus said that applications are now being solicited for Greek Week captain positions. Knaus also released information about the Greek Week logo contest. Check out the details after the jump.
The Center for Sustainability is teaming up with the Media Commons folks to hold a video contest exploring what our community thinks about sustainability. This contest is so sustainable that it's even offering cash prizes to the winners. The group is looking for videos not longer than 3 minutes that address one of two topics: Sustainable You and Sustainable U.
It's time to buy your THON 2011 raffle tickets! The prizes are pretty great... a 2010 Suzuki Kizashi SE sedan, an Alumni Association tour that includes trips to London, Paris, and Rome, and a Dell laptop are all up for takes.
Tickets cost $5 and they can be purchased any weekday from 9-5 in 210 HUB (the THON office). They will also be available at merchandise sales and at most THON events. Or you can just track down the nearest Supply Logistics captain... bonus points if you spot the Onward State editor in the promo video below!
http://www.youtube.com/v/U_0fCxdVlPg?fs=1&hl=en_US&rel=0&hd=1
Are you planning to graduate this semester? If so, make sure to let the university know by midnight! Intent to graduate submissions can only be filed on eLion through the end of today. It's very easy... just choose 'Graduating this Semester' from the left navigation panel on the eLion dashboard.
If you're reading this after January 24, all hope may not be lost. Contact your appropriate college office to see if they can help you out.
The official pairings for Greek Week 2011 were announced today. The week-long event, which will take place on April 17-23, has the theme 'Lions with Letters, United Together' this year. Check out the full list after the jump.