October 1, 2008

Hey everyone! The UGBC Update is a regularly sent email that lets you, the students, know what is going on at BC. If you have questions about the update, contact Lauren ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ). Enjoy!

HOMECOMING 2008
Ready for an awesome night of fun and dancing? The annual Homecoming Dance will be on Saturday, October 25th. Come to the Mod Lot from 9:30 PM until 1:30 AM to enjoy dancing, free food and a cash bar for students 21+. Don’t forget to validate your BC ID at Student Services before the dance. Dates of ticket sales are to be determined so keep your eyes open for more information! Questions? Contact Maureen ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).

2008 NATIONAL HOCKEY CHAMPION BANNER HANGING CEREMONY
Teams come and go, but banners last forever! Come watch the BC Hockey Team hoist the 2008 National Championship Banner. Festivities will begin at 6:00PM. Come take your picture with the National Championship Trophy and participate in a trivia contest to win signed gear from the championship team. Contact Chris ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) with questions.

FIRST PUB SERIES
Want a place on campus to socialize and relax before you go out for the night? On Thursday, October 2nd, from 6:30PM until 9:30PM, come and enjoy a cash bar and free food at Lyons Dining Hall! All attendees must be 21+. Be sure to get your BC ID validated at Student Services prior to the event. Questions? Contact Skylar ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).

BC VOTES: 2008 VOTER REGISTRATION RALLY
Are you registered to vote? YOU can register this Friday, October 3rd, in the Dustbowl while enjoying free food and live acts. You can also register to vote online at UGBC.org/vote and help BC win a free Death Cab for Cutie concert. Register in Massachusetts by October 15th, using your BC residence hall address and eliminate the problem of requesting an absentee ballot before Election Day! Contact Kristoffer ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) with any questions.

GROCERY SHUTTLES
Want an easy way to stock your fridge? UGBC’s weekly Grocery Shuttles are a fantastic resource! Conveniently leaving Conte Forum EVERY Sunday, buses transport students to and from Star Market on Beacon Street. Shuttles eliminate the hassle of carrying groceries back to campus by giving you easy access to the grocery store. With buses running from 1:00PM until 4:00PM, students with or without a mean plan have ample time to shop. Whether you want snacks or cooking supplies, UGBC’s Grocery Shuttles are here for you! Contact Colleen ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) with any questions.

MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER
Want to help in the fight against breast cancer? On Friday, October 3rd, wear denim and pink to show support. Then, on October 5th, come walk to raise awareness and money to help fight breast cancer. Sign-in for the walk will be from 8:00AM until 10:00AM. Make sure to register online at www.cancer.org/stridesonline! Volunteers are also needed for setup on Saturday and during the walk on Sunday. Interested? Contact Alicia ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).

NATIONAL COMING OUT WEEK
Enjoy a week full of festivities whether you are GLBTQ or an ally! Buy your “Support Love” T-shirts for $5 in McElroy this Thursday and Friday from 11:00AM until 3:00PM. Then, starting Monday, October 6th and going strong until Friday, October 10th, attend each of the events sponsored by the GLBTQ Leadership Council. With barbecues, , there are plenty of ways to celebrate! Visit bcglbt.org for the complete schedule. Contact Celso ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) with any questions.

MOCK PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE
Want to watch your peers take part in a mock presidential debate? Come to Lyons Dining Hall (the Rat) on Wednesday, October 8th, from 7:30PM until 9:30PM and enjoy free food while watching your classmates debate. The debate will be moderated by Professor David Deese from the Political Science department. Contact Kris ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) with questions.

USE THE UGBC FLAT SCREENS
Want to reach students across campus? Advertise using the new Flat Screen Notification System, sponsored by UGBC! Go to UGBC.org/FSNS and upload digital versions of your event flyers to have them posted on the screens in Lower Live and Eagle’s Nest. All posts are subject to approval by the Student Programs Office. Contact Kevin ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) with any questions.

“CONSCIOUS CONSUMER” WATER BOTTLES
UGBC and BC Dining are pairing up to help YOU help the environment! Keep BC green and reduce the enormous amount of paper cups thrown out everyday. Buy your “Conscious Consumer” water bottle TODAY in Lower, McElroy and Stuart and do your part to increase sustainability. You can also bring in your own clean water bottle or nalgene and receive discounted refills on juice, soda, milk, coffee or tea. Contact Maureen ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).

O’NEILL STAIRWAY CALENDAR
Want to publicize your events in the O’Neill Staircase without your flyer getting lost in the sea of publications? There is now a giant calendar to help organize events on campus. Place your fliers under the sign for day of the week on which it is happening! Contact Maureen ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) with any questions.