Student Activities Events - September 2008

Thursday, September 4
Movie: Iron Man, PG-13, 126 min.
CC 119
7:00 p.m.

After an accident, billionaire industrialist Tony Stark creates a suit that sustains his life. When he heals, he decides to use his technology to fight crime and leads a double life as Iron Man in this comic book adventure.  Contact Jessie Zahorian at jzahorian@nvcc.edu to have your short film shown as a preview.

Tuesday, September 9
NOVA DAY
CF Outdoor Plaza
11:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Gladiator Joust
Adult Moon Bounce
Jump Shot Basketball
Caricature artists
Airbrush Tattoo Artists
Catering by Red Hot & Blue
Get involved!  Find out more about clubs and organizations!

Saturday, September 13 – Sunday, September 14
Caving/Camping Trip
Cost: $35.00

Cost includes transportation, food except for lunch on Saturday, extra batteries, and the cost of the camp site.  The caves are located in Franklin, WV and trip will be led by geology professor Callan Bentley.  The van departs at 8:00 a.m. sharp on Saturday, September 13th and returns on Sunday, September 14th at approximately 7:00 p.m. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS!  This is a camping trip.  If you have a tent we ask that you bring it.  For more information, please contact Jessie Zahorian at 703-323-3484 or jzahorian@nvcc.edu.  Space is limited.  Your must pay, fill out a liability waiver, a medical release agreement, and a behavioral contract in order to reserve your space!  You will also be given a list of things to bring.

Monday, September 15
Career Planning & Exploration
Presenter: Felicia Blakeney – Career Services Specialist

RSVP required before 9/12/08 to CareerCenter@nvcc.edu to reserve space and obtain workshop location.

Monday, September 15
Career Planning & Exploration
Presenter: Maureen Oyiriaru-Accenture Technology Solutions
3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

RSVP required before 9/12/08 to CareerCenter@nvcc.edu to reserve space and obtain workshop location.

Wednesday, September 17
M.A.C. Cosmetics
CM 327
11:30 – 2:30 p.m. 

Seeking full-time and part-time artists;
management positions available.

Wednesday, September 17
Hispanic Heritage Festival
CF Outdoor Plaza
11:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the Office of Student Activities and the Hispanic Student Union!  A variety of performances will be shown ranging from a Capoeira demonstration, Mariachi Estrellas, Flamenco dancing, and more.  Sample Hispanic cuisine as well.  

Thursday, September 25
Hispanic Heritage Speaker: Henry Aldana
CE Forum
12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
FREE LUNCH

Henry Aldana, an immigrant from El Salvador and former NOVA student founded ALDANA & ASSOCIATES, PSC, LTD an accounting firm in 1994.  In May 2001, Henry Aldana, received the National Advocate Accountant of the Year award from President Bush at a reception at the White House and hosts a weekly radio show.

Friday, September 26
Community Service Trip with Northern VA Training Center
Meet in Student Activities
9:30 – 3:30 p.m.

For more information please contact Jessie Zahorian at 703-323-3484 or jzahorian@nvcc.edu

*** If you would like to volunteer to assist during any of the above events, please contact the Student Activities Planning Board at 703-323-3143 or the Office of Student Activities 703-323-3484.