“Be silly, be honest, be kind."
– Ralph Waldo Emerson, American comedian
Hiya! Hope you're doing well and welcome to Week 10! We're in the last stretch so finish strong everyone :) This past week we held Meeting 7: Fall Professor Panel! It was a great time chatting with Dr. Leslie Nelson and Dr. Megan Lambertz-Berndt about their academic journeys, fun stories about being a professor, and some fantastic advice. Thank you so much to our professors for speaking at this event! If you were unable to make it to this panel, check out the recording and recap on our website. This meeting was our LAST official meeting for Fall Quarter 2020!
Although we will not be having any more club meetings for this quarter, our next scheduled Town Hall is be November 24th, right before the Thanksgiving weekend. It will be a casual gathering to discuss this quarter's topic. There will be no Fishbowl hour that week (as Thursday will be a holiday - no class/meetings!). Subscribe to our Google Calendar to never miss a meeting! For our COMS Mentorship Program cohort, the free hour this Wednesday can be used for a check-in meeting. More details to come about Winter Break and Winter Quarter soon!
Link to join club meetings: https://calpoly.zoom.us/j/99668505843
*** NOTICE: UPDATE TO MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS. You DO NOT need to be an enrolled COMS major or minor to be a full member of COMS Club. ***
Thank you all so much for everyone’s interest and patience in the Cal Poly SLO COMS Club!
Club dues are $12 for the 2020-2021 annual membership.
We have just launched our registration form for 2020-21 Club Membership. This small fee helps to fund COMS Club materials for our weekly meetings, large events such as the Annual Communication Studies Banquet, and other club functions. Your club dues directly support ALL Cal Poly COMS Club meetings and events. HOWEVER, our club is committed to making sure our community members have complete access to our club as a whole. If there is any reason why you cannot pay dues, but would like to be considered a full member of the Cal Poly COMS Club, still fill out the registration form completely. *Note, full membership (Registration and Dues) is not required to participate at Cal Poly COMS Club meetings and events; see membership perks below*
Membership Requirement
Excited about communication studies!
Full membership perks
Reduced admission pricing for events like the Communication Studies Symposium and Annual Communication Studies Banquet
A free Cal Poly COMS Club logo sticker (*Item dependent on COVID-19 conditions, more details to come.)
A dedication on our website that verifies your status as a full member (to include on resume)
Access to and verification on our official Cal Poly ENGAGE page
All the information you'll need to register and pay dues is within the form. Full details about membership are also available on our website: https://comsclubcalpoly.wixsite.com/official/become-a-member.
If there are any questions at all about club membership, dues, or the Cal Poly COMS Club in general, please reach out to Chelsie Lui (Treasurer) at calpolyslocomsclub@gmail.com.
Are you interested in combatting climate change? Next Meeting: Tuesday, November 24th from 4:10-5pm PT
Come by whenever you can, meet some friends and professors, and have a chat! This meeting is open to everyone (not just COMS majors so bring a friend or family member!) and there are no materials to purchase. Learn more about the program on our website!
We have two more entertainment-focused, but still informative video about the Green New Deal to share. What is it? And how would this resolution help combat climate change?
Town Hall #2 Materials:
1. Video: Last Week Tonight: Green New Deal (LWT)
2. Video: Hasan and AOC Discuss The Green New Deal (Patriot Act)
Please reach out with any recommendations for materials, or to suggest next quarter's topic! Reach us at calpolyslocomsclub@gmail.com or fill out this interest form.
Look out for these cool opportunities and events coming up!
COMS Club is happy to consider your posting your event, survey, or open position as part of our newsletter. Send us a message at calpolyslocomsclub@gmail.com with any and all tips!
Internships and Jobs
Lambda Pi Eta Fall Quarter Recruitment - COMS Honor Society Member
Application (Deadline 12/1)
Girls Who Handle It - Art Exhibit Participant, Must be in San Luis Obispo
Application (First Come First Serve, Opened 10/21)
PPIA - Junior Summer Institute Fellowship Program
Deadline 11/15
iFixIt - Community Manager, San Luis Obispo
If you have any questions regarding the position, please reach out to Marty Rippens (marty@ifixit.com), Director of Education Services at iFixit.
Events
Cal Poly Men & Masculinities Program - Movember Virtual Events
More details here
Fri., 11/16, 5-6pm - Bi-Weekly Trans* People of Color Dialogue Register here
Wed., 11/18, 12-1pm - Workshop “Part Deux”: Discovering & Keeping Stubborn Joy in Uncertain Times feat. Dr. Jamal Myrick (UCR) Register Here
NOTE: This space is reserved for Black men and those have experience with black manhood & masculinity.
Thurs., 11/19, 5:30-6:30pm - “We Have Questions…” Movember Closing Keynote feat. Blake Williams Register here
Other Things to Check Out
COMS Virtual Fishbowl
Join other COMS students for a casual "student office hour" and homework session! Bring your COMS questions and study guides, or just come by to say hi :)
Every Thursday from 2-3pm PT.
Join us at: https://calpoly.zoom.us/j/83516067640
Let's have a great finish to the quarter! Best of luck to you all in your final projects, exams, and everything else happening this week! If you wish to support our club further, make sure to check-out our club member registration page and become a full member of the Cal Poly SLO COMS Club! And as always, take care, and all of us here at COMS Club wish you a great upcoming week! Your COMS Club Exec Board, Shelby, Michelle, Chelsie, Anika, and Sammy
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The Cal Poly SLO COMS Club is the official Communication Studies club for Cal Poly SLO. We celebrate communication studies, supporting mentorship and professional development for the Cal Poly COMS community. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at calpolyslocomsclub@gmail.com.
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