CHILI POT Next Wednesday, 9/30

This is an opportunity to informally come together as a community. The idea was originally called a bean pot as beans are a staple food of many underrepresented communities. Join us, WEDNESDAY, 9/16 from 12:30pm-1:30pm in UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge) for our Chili Pot! Free massages will be provided by Community health as well!

CONTACT:
E-mail: Schermisia.Chambers@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

Study Slams every Tueswday and Thursday!

Getting behind on homework? Need to finish that term paper? Then come to the SORCE Study Slam session to get it done! By attending, you will also be eligible for door prizes including our $150 grand prize! Join us anytime 10am-5pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays in UMC 227(Senior Dedication Lounge).

CONTACT:
E-mail: Schermisia.Chambers@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

SORCE Fall Leadership Training

SORCE is hosting a leadership training summit with workshops and information designed to help you or student group. There will be free food provided along with vital information on funding a student group, and holding successful events!

WHAT: SORCE Student Group Leadership Summit
WHEN: SATURDAY, MARCH 14TH from 11am--2:45pm
CONTACT:
E-mail: niesha05@gmail.com
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

First Chili Pot of the Semester!

This is an opportunity to informally come together as a community. The idea was originally called a bean pot as beans are a staple food of many underrepresented communities. Join us, WEDNESDAY, 9/16 from 12:30pm-1:30pm in UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge) for our first Chili Pot of the semester! Free massages will be provided by Community health as well!

CONTACT:
E-mail: Schermisia.Chambers@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

SORCE Open House

WELCOME BACK! Come join the new and returning faces of the SORCE crew at our yearly Open House. Food will be provided so come celebrate with us! It all happens Friday, September 11th from 11-1pm in UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge)


E-mail: Maria.Genao-homs@colorado.edu
Phone: 303.492.1371

SORCE Summer Tours-June

SORCE is collaborating with INVST and I Have A Dream Foundation to bring up a group of 30 high school students to CU. They'll be participating in a variety of activities but we really need volunteers for June 11th and 25th from 12:30-3:30pm. If you are free to volunteer, please email Mario Flores and let him know when you'll be able to volunteer. You don't have to be there the whole day, just we you are available.

PDF Newsletters are here!

You can now download the latest monthly newsletters from SORCE! Click here for the MARCH 2009 and the APRIL 2009 newsletters. 

Upcoming May Tours-Updated 5/24

If you are interested in volunteering for any portion of the day for the following visit, please email our On Campus Outreach Coordinator Mario Flores at floresmr@gmail.com or call 303-492-1371:

Monday, May 18th

Boulder High School ESL program, 9:00am-1:30pm

Tuesday, May 19th

West Denver School

9:30-10:00 ----Introductions 

10:00-11:30---Tour

11:30-12:30---Lunch

Tuesday, May 26th

Mapleton Schools

930 - 1100am: campus tour

1100 - 1200pm: college panel

1200 - 1245pm: lunch

Last BLD-Breakfast of the Year!

Refresh yourself and join SORCE for some free coffee, food and community building at our last BLD-Breakfast of the school year! This is a wonderful way to build networks and enjoy some free food all the while. Please join us, WEDNESDAY, 3/19 from 9-11 am in UMC 227

CONTACT:
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

Last USGC Meeting of the Year!

Led by UCSU Diversity Director Alexis Smith and SORCE Inner Campus Liaison Nicole Moore

USGC's (Underrepresented Student Group Council) main purpose is to unite the leadership of the diverse student groups and organizations that make up the University Community. Join us for our last movie and discussion of the year, "Recycled Life," the touching story of thousands of adults, children, and generations of families who have been living and working in the largest and most toxic landfill in Central America. Free food will be provided.

WHEN: Friday, April 17th from 3-4pm
WHERE: UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge)
CONTACT: Nicole.Moore@colorado.edu or Alexis.Smith@colorado.edu

3rd Annual Take Your Child to CU Day!

Join us for our 3rd annual "Take Your Child to CU Day," sponsored by the SORCE Advisory Board. Win stuffed buffaloes, miniature footballs, t-shirts for adults and children and much more!

WHAT: Take Your Child To CU Day

WHEN: THURSDAY, April 23rd from 11-2pm

WHERE: UMC 235

Contacts:

E-mail: Karen.Shimamoto@colorado.edu

Phone: 303-492-1371

Website: www.colorado.edu/SORCE 

Win an ipod at the last Study Slam of 08-09!

Getting behind on homework? Need to finish that term paper? Then come to the SORCE Study Slam session to get it done! By attending, you will also be eligible for a door prize drawing on April 22nd,including an iPod Shuffle! You do not have to be present to win. Join us Wednesday, April 8th anytime between 12-6pm in UMC 227(Senior Dedication Lounge). You can also attend on 4/22.

CONTACT:
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

SORCE 10 Year Anniversary Party

SORCE requests the honor of your presence as we celebrate and reflect back on our past and prepare for the future. In 1999, the idea of SORCE was born and has evolved over the years to where we are today. Special thanks to all of those who have helped to make this happen!

WHAT: SORCE 10 Year Anniversary Party

WHEN: FRIDAY, April 24th from 4:30-6:30pm 

WHERE: UMC 227 (SORCE/Senior Dedication Lounge) 

Jacksonshop!

The Digital Divide continues to affect many underrepresented communities. In an effort to close the gap, SORCE Webmaster Jerome Jackson is doing a FREE basic computer skills workshop series. Topics may include making a short animated movie using Adobe Flash or using Photoshop to make a flyer. No previous experience is required and computers will be provided. Everyone is welcome to come. Join us, WEDNESDAY, April 15th at 5pm
in ATLAS 104 (Main Level.) Reservations are not required but can
be made optionally to jacksojj@colorado.edu for a food count. FREE
food will be provided.

CONTACTS:
E-mail: Jerome.Jackson@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

SORCE Study Slam

Getting behind on homework? Need to finish that term paper? Then come to the SORCE Study Slam session to get it done! By attending, you will also be eligible for a door prize drawing on April 22nd, including an iPod Shuffle! You do not have to be present to win. Join us Wednesday, April 8th anytime between 12-6pm in UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge). You can also attend on 4/22.

CONTACT:
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

Last Chili Pot of the Semester!

Every other Wednesday, SORCE hosts a free chili pot. This is an opportunity to informally come together as a community.The idea was originally called a bean pot as beans are a staple food of many underrepresented communities. Join us, WEDNESDAY, 4/15 from 11:30am-12:30pm in UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge) for our last Chili Pot of the semester!

CONTACT:
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

SORCE April Open Mic

Come share your music, artwork, poetry, spoken word and more with us! Kick it with fellow students and members of the community. Snacks will be provided!

WHAT: SORCE Open Mic Night

WHEN: Thursday, April 9th from 7-9pm

WHERE: UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge)
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu

Upcoming April Tours-UPDATED

If you are interested in volunteering for any portion of the day for the following visit, please email our On Campus Outreach Coordinator Mario Flores at floresmr@gmail.com or call 303-492-1371:

• Skinner Middle school
• Wed. April 1st
• 10am - 1115am: tour
• 1120am - 12pm: lunch
• 12pm - 1pm: panel
• Jefferson High School
• Fri. April 10th
• 45 AVID students
• 9:00 to 10:30am: tour
• 10:30 to 11:30am: lunch
• 11:30 - 12:30pm: panel
• Crawford Elementary School (email Nick Martinez to volunteer for this visit: Nicholas.A.Martinez@colorado.edu)
• Thurs. April 16th
• 90 5th graders
• 11:15am - 12:30pm: campus tour
• 12:30pm - 1:00pm: student panel
• North Arvada Middle School (email Nick Martinez to volunteer for this visit: Nicholas.A.Martinez@colorado.edu)
• Thurs. April 23rd
• 50 8th Graders
• 10am - 11:15am: campus tour
• 11:30am - 12:00pm: lunch
• 12:00pm - 1:00pm: student panel
• Shaw Heights Middle School
• Mon. April 27th
• 40 AVID students
• 10:00am - 11:15am: campus tour
• 11:20 - 12:00pm: college panel
• 12:00pm - 1:00pm: ITP performance
• Vikan Middle School
• Wed. April 29th
• 30 8th Graders
• 915am - 1030am: tour
• 1035am - 1125am: college panel
• 1130am - 1200pm: lunch

SORCE USGC Meeting April 3rd!

Led by UCSU Diversity Director Alexis Smith and SORCE Inner Campus Liaison Nicole Moore

USGC's (Underrepresented Student Group Council) main purpose is to unite the leadership of the diverse student groups and organizations that make up the University Community. Please join us for our next meeting. Food will be provided.

WHEN: Friday, April 3rd from 3-4pm
WHERE: UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge)
CONTACT: Nicole.Moore@colorado.edu or Alexis.Smith@colorado.edu

TWO Chances to win an iPod Shuffle this week at SORCE!

Join SORCE for Think Fast---An interactive electronic game show! We have previously brought this event to campus three times with much success. Answer trivia questions based on pop culture, campus facts and information, as well as the SORCE mission and vision. We will crown the winner the "Think Fast Champion" and give out an ipod Shuffle!

WHEN: Tuesday, MARCH 17TH from 6-9pm
WHERE: UMC GLENN MILLER ballroom
CONTACTS---
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

Getting behind on homework? Need to finish that term paper? Then come to the SORCE Study Slam session to get it done! By attending, you will also be eligible for a door prize drawing on April 22nd, including an iPod Shuffle! You do not have to be present to win. Join us Wednesday, March 18th anytime between 12-6pm in UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge). You can also attend on 4/8, and 4/22.

CONTACT:
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

Upcoming March Tours!

Below are a list of upcoming SORCE visits. The first visit (the one highlighted in red) is especially important as we'll be taking pictures and recording certain parts of the visit to make an outreach video. If you are interested in volunteering for any portion of the day, please email our On Campus Outreach Coordinator Mario Flores at floresmr@gmail.com or call 303-492-1371:

• Liberty Middle School
• Friday March 13th
• 40 8th graders
• 930am - 1100am: tour (UMC South Terrace)
• 1100am - 1145am: panel (SORCE, UMC 227)
• 1145am - 1225pm: lunch (in the UMC)
• 1230am - 200pm: mini-lecture (meet outside the CU Museum)
• Pioneer Charter School
• Wednesday March 18th
• 24 6th graders
• 1015am - 1130am: tour (UMC South Terrace)
• 1130am - 1200pm: lunch
• 1200pm - 100pm: college panel (SORCE)
• Rachel B. Noel Middle School---CANCELED.
• Friday March 20th
• 225 8th graders
• 1015am - 1130am: tour (UMC south terrace)
• 1130am - 1230pm: panel
• 1230pm - 130pm: lunch in the UMC
• Skinner Middle School
• Wednesday April 1st

Free Student Group Leadership Summit

SORCE is hosting a leadership training summit with workshops and information designed to help you or student group. There will be free food provided along with vital information on funding a student group, and holding successful events!

WHAT: SORCE Student Group Leadership Summit
WHEN: SATURDAY, MARCH 14TH from 11am--2:45pm
CONTACT:
E-mail: Nicole.Moore@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

SORCE Community Chili Pot

Every other Wednesday, SORCE hosts a free chili pot. This is an opportunity to informally come together as a community.The idea was originally called a bean pot as beans are a staple food of many underrepresented communities. Join us, WEDNESDAY, 3/11 from 11:30am-12:30pm in UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge).

CONTACT:
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

SORCE Think Fast Event is BACK!

Join SORCE for Think Fast---An interactive electronic game show! We have previously brought this event to campus three times with much success. Answer trivia questions based on pop culture, campus facts and information, as well as the SORCE mission and vision. We will crown the winner the "Think Fast Champion" and give out an ipod Shuffle!

WHEN: Tuesday, MARCH 17TH from 6-9pm
WHERE: UMC GLENN MILLER ballroom
CONTACTS---
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

SORCE Presents "Jacksonshop"-A FREE Computer Workshop

The Digital Divide continues to affect many underrepresented communities. In an effort to close the gap, SORCE Webmaster Jerome Jackson will begin a FREE basic computer skills workshop series. Learn how to make a short animated movie using Adobe Flash, or make a simple flyer using Adobe Fireworks. No previous experience is required. Everyone is welcome to join. Join us, WEDNESDAY, March 11th at 5:15pm in ATLAS 1B29 (Basement Level). Free food will be provided.

CONTACTS:
E-mail: Jerome.Jackson@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

SORCE USGC meeting this Friday!

Led by UCSU Diversity Director Alexis Smith and SORCE Inner Campus Liaison Nicole Moore

USGC's (Underrepresented Student Group Council) main purpose is to unite the leadership of the diverse student groups and organizations that make up the University Community. Please join us for our next meeting. We will be screening "Seoul Story" with a discussion to follow. Food will be provided.

WHEN: Friday, February 20th from 3-4pm
WHERE: UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge)
CONTACT: Nicole.Moore@colorado.edu or Alexis.Smith@colorado.edu

SORCE Study Slam-Win an ipod shuffle!

Getting behind on homework? Need to finish that term paper? Then come to the SORCE Study Slam session to get it done! By attending, you will also be eligible for a door prize drawing on April 22nd. You do not have to be present to win. Join us Wednesday, March 4th anytime between 12-6pm in UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge). You can also attend on 3/18, 4/8, and 4/22.

CONTACT:
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

SORCE Open Mic Night

Come share your music, artwork, poetry, spoken word and more with us! Kick it with fellow students and members of the community. Snacks will be provided!

WHAT: SORCE Open Mic Night

WHEN: TUESDAY, March 3rd from 7-9pm

WHERE: UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge)
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu

Let's talk about some sex baby!

...Safer Sex That Is!!!! Join SORCE for our 3rd mentor session of the Spring 2009 semester. The topic will be "Lets Talk About Sex Baby! (Safer Sex that is)." Andrea Erickson, a volunteer with Community Health and Boulder County Public Health in the STI/HIV Outreach Program, will be doing a safer sex demonstration. Everyone is invited to join. Free free food and drinks will be provided!!!

WHAT: SORCE MENTOR PROGRAM
WHEN: Tuesda February 24th 5PM
WHERE: UMC 227 Senior Dedication Lounge (SORCE LOUNGE)
CONTACT: Daelena.Tinnin@colorado.edu
To aid in our retention efforts SORCE's new mentor program is here to serve the new underrepresented population here are CU, this includes freshmen, sophomore and transfer students. This program is designed to give new students the opportunity to learn about the vast amount of resources that we have here on campus and to get acquainted with students who are very familiar with the campus and are willing to share their experiences.

Upcoming February Tours

One of SORCE's main aims is to ensure that college is accessible for all students. As such, SORCE has brought over 8,000 youth from underrepresented communities to the CU Boulder Campus for tours and college panels in order to ensure that kids understand and believe that college is an attainable goal for them.

Here is a list of upcoming tour and panel discussion we will be holding for February. If you are interested in volunteering for any portion of the day, please email our On Campus Outreach Coordinator Mario Flores at floresmr@gmail.com or call 303-492-1371:

• Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts
• Friday Feb. 20th
• 30 juniors
• 945am - 11am: tour
• 11am - 1130am: lunch
• 1130am - 1230pm: college panel
• 1230pm - 1pm: mini-lecture

• AMS-Ecuador Delegation Visit (Volunteers with some Spanish skills would be very helpful)
• Wednesday Feb. 25th
• 15 international and US middle school students
• 1100am - 1215pm: tour
• 1220pm - 1250pm: lunch
• 1250pm - 130pm: college panel

Free Community Chili Pot

Every other Wednesday, SORCE hosts a free chili pot. This is an opportunity to informally come together as a community.The idea was originally called a bean pot as beans are a staple food of many underrepresented communities. Join us, WEDNESDAY, 2/25 from 11:30am-12:30pm in UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge) as we celebrate Black History Month with special activities!

CONTACT:
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

USGC Meeting this Friday!

Led by UCSU Diversity Director Alexis Smith and SORCE Inner Campus Liaison Nicole Moore

USGC's (Underrepresented Student Group Council) main purpose is to unite the leadership of the diverse student groups and organizations that make up the University Community. Please join us for our next meeting. Food will be provided.

WHEN: Friday, February 20th from 3-4pm
WHERE: UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge)
CONTACT: Nicole.Moore@colorado.edu or Alexis.Smith@colorado.edu

SORCE Study Slam

Getting behind on homework? Need to finish that term paper? Then come to the SORCE Study Slam session to get it done! By attending, you will also be eligible for a door prize drawing on April 22nd. You do not have to be present to win. Join us Wednesday, February 18th anytime between 12-6pm in UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge). You can also attend on 3/4, 3/18, 4/8, 4/22.

CONTACT:
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

SORCE Chili Pot

Every other Wednesday, SORCE hosts a free chili pot. This is an opportunity to informally come together as a community.The idea was originally called a bean pot as beans are a staple food of many underrepresented communities. Join us, WEDNESDAY, 2/11 from 11:30am-12:30pm in UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge) as we celebrate Black History Month with special activities!

CONTACT:
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

SORCE Study Slam

Getting behind on homework? Need to finish that term paper? Then come to the SORCE Study Slam session to get it done! By attending, you will also be eligible for a door prize drawing on April 22nd. You do not have to be present to win. Join us Wednesday, February 4th anytime between 12-6pm in UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge). You can also attend on 2/18, 3/4, 3/18, 4/8, 4/22.

CONTACT:
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

Join the SORCE List Serv!

What's the best way to stay up to date with the latest SORCE News? Aside from checking our blog and website, you can also sign up to be on our listerv! We regularly send out emails to the campus community about upcoming tours, events and all the happenings at SORCE. Sign up today by sending an email to our webmaster at: Jerome.Jackson@colorado.edu. Include ADD TO SORCE LISTSERV in the subject line and he will get you on! (You can also reply DELETE FROM SORCE LISTSERV) to get taken off. Thanks!

Get your work done at the SORCE Study Slam and win a prize!

Getting behind on homework? Need to finish that term paper? Then come to the SORCE Study Slam session to get it done! By attending, you will also be eligible for a door prize drawing on April 22nd. You do not have to be present to win. Join us Wednesday, January 21st anytime between 12-6pm in UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge). You can also attend on 2/4, 2/18, 3/4, 3/18, 4/8, 4/22.

CONTACT:
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com

First SORCE Chili Pot of the year!

Every other Wednesday, SORCE hosts a free chili pot. This is an opportunity to informally come
together as a community.The idea was originally called a bean pot as beans are a staple food of many underrepresented communities. Join us, WEDNESDAY,1/28 from 11:30am-12:30pm in UMC 227 (Senior Dedication Lounge) for our first chili pot of the semester!

CONTACT:
E-mail: Maria.Genao-Homs@colorado.edu
Phone: (303) 492-1371
Web: www.colorado.edu/SORCE
Blog: www.sorcecu.blogspot.com