Talking Stick - March/April 2009 - (Page 3) Talking Stick Features 32 MARcH + ApRIL 2009 VoLuME 26, NuMbER 4 The Magazine of The associaTion of college and UniversiTy hoUsing officers-inTernaTional Widening the Safety Net Open communication with students — as well as staff and parents — is key to addressing mental health issues on campus. 38 The Net Generation on Campus and Online Think e-mail is fast? It’s snail-paced for today’s students. In this excerpt from a new book, see how Twitter, blogs, texts, and more are changing the ways you must communicate with Millennials. Columns talking stiCk Symbol of International Friendship ACUHO-I’s talking stick, or speaker’s staff, was hand-carved of wood by the Ohiat Band of the British Columbia Indian Nation. Canadian ACUHO-I members presented it to the association in July 1973 during our annual conference at the University of British Columbia. The inscription reads: It is a sign of authority carried when proclamations are to be made or a meeting of chiefs is in session. A token of common heritage both to Canadians and Americans. 6 Vision More than 85 people from 12 countries is one big step for ACUHO-I. 18 Res Life Background Information More campuses are deciding they can’t be too careful and are turning student background checks into standard operating procedure. Departments 4 8 21 Facilities Tightening the Work Belt Changing economic times have meant changes in facilities, plans, and strategy — and not always for the worse. Online Now Just In Spotlight on Saint Martin’s University plus dorm business winners; running on cooking oil; life on ArtStreet; legal update on the HEOA; and the “average” freshman by the numbers. 24 Business Hotel Reservations Careful communication and contracts make hotels an efficient solution for temporary student housing. Cover: Students dine and socialize at DUX Bistro in the Living-Learning Center at the University of Oregon in Eugene. This is the newest residence hall on campus, and along with dining and living it offers state-of-the-art classrooms, study spaces, and performance space. Like many new student buildings built within recent years, it was designed with the technologically-inclined generation in mind. It was designed to enhance both face-to-face and “wired” communication and studying. Photo: University of Oregon 13 14 30 50 Your ACUHO-I Transitions Calendar Let’s talk about keeping emergency notification plans current and effective. 27 Special Focus The Rising Tide of College Debt Everyone knows how easy it is to spend money on a campus. Here’s some help for student savings. Conversations 53 54 58 This magazine is printed on recycled stock by PXP Ohio, which has been awarded Greenworks status for its environmental practices. First Takes Reporting Out Welcome Snapshot 60
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