Hurricane Katrina ravaged the Gulf Coast region more than 18 months ago. The story is no longer in the national headlines, but it remains in the hearts of Dana College students. Next week, for the fourth time since the disaster in August 2005, a group of Dana students will travel to the Gulf Coast to assist with rebuilding efforts.

Thirty-five are planning to make the trip. For junior students Jeni Lindsteadt of Hastings, Neb., and Heather Hall of Arlington, Neb., this is their third trip of service to the Gulf. Although they are unsure exactly what they will be doing, the call to serve is still very strong. “We just know there is a need, and we’re going to fulfill it,” Lindsteadt said.

As on Dana’s last spring break trip in March 2006, the students will be working in Slidell, La., through Operation Blessing, an international non-profit humanitarian organization.

Hall said one of the great benefits of the trip was the community of Dana students that formed while working in Louisiana. The students come from all parts of the Dana community, but come together as one unit while volunteering.

The students will leave Saturday and drive through the night. They plan to begin their return trip Thursday afternoon or Friday morning.

Dr. Claire Bushong and Dr. Peggy Holloway will present the world premiere of Four Shakespeare Songs by Dr. Randall Snyder, composer-in-residence at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln on March 19 at 7:30 p.m. in UNL's Kimball Recital Hall The performance will be part of a special career retrospective for Dr. Snyder in honor and celebration of his retirement from UNL. The songs were written for Dr. Holloway, who has performed other world premiere performances of Dr. Snyder's music for solo voice.

Dr. Bushong and Dr. Holloway will be presenting a special seminar on vocal music using texts from Shakespeare's plays, including a preview of the Four Shakespeare Songs, on Wednesday, March 14 at 3:00 in Trinity Chapel. Dr. Snyder will be present to talk about the composing of the songs. On Wednesday's program, several students, including Tommy Brandon, Nicole Taylor, and Natalie Hearn, will also perform songs with words by Shakespeare. This program is a must for anyone who loves Shakespeare or is curious to learn more about the use of music in Shakespeare's plays and the use of Shakespeare's lyrics in the most unexpected places!

2007 Dana College Career Fair

Wednesday – March 14
12:00 Noon – 3:00 p.m.
Gardner-Hawks Center

Updated list with links to employer/graduate school websites on Dana College Career Services website http://www.dana.edu/careerservices/career_fair.html

Great opportunities for all majors
Full-time work, internships, summer and part-time jobs

The Dana College Admissions Office seeks a dynamic individual to join our professional team. Full-time, 12-month position involves extensive telecounseling, travel to college fairs and high schools, written correspondence and individual meetings with students and their families.Other duties may include one of the following: student telecounseling, church youth, or performing arts liaison. Bachelor’s degree and strong communication skills required. Previous experience in a private, liberal arts college setting desirable. Willingness to work evenings and some weekends required. Excellent benefits package and competitive salary. Submit cover letter and resume to Jill Clark, HR, 2848 College Drive, Blair, NE 68008. EOE/AA

John Schraut has decided to pursue new career opportunities. His last day at Dana will be March 21.

The theme for the 2007 Henry Doorly Zoo membership drive is “Learn to Explore. Explore to Learn.” The Wild Kingdom Pavilion, after 20 years in its current form, is being transformed into the Mutual of Omaha Exploration Station, a state of the art center for interactive education and entertainment.

A household membership is available for $68 during the drive ($75 after April 1). This is a one household pass that cannot be shared with other households.

Membership benefits include:
Unlimited zoo admission for two adults and dependent children or grandchildren ages 20 and under from one household
Discounted admission to more than 100 zoos throughout North America
Discounted admission to the Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari
Discounted admissions to the Lozier Theater
Admission to the annual Member’s Day
Reduced rate on children’s classes
Quarterly Zoo Prints Newsletter

If you’re interested in purchasing a zoo membership by March 31, please send Jill Clark your check made out to the Henry Doorly Zoo.

The staff at the Durham Western Heritage Museum would like to offer you the opportunity to become one of our members—and, maybe, win a night on the town for doing so! If you join the Durham between now and March 31, you will be automatically entered in a drawing for a night on the town, which includes tickets to the theater, a hotel room, and a delicious dinner.

Educators receive a discount off the regular rate.
• Student or Educator - $25 Receive a discount on our individual membership level simply by providing a copy of your school ID.
• Educator Family - $40 Receive a discount on our Family/Dual membership simply by providing a copy of your staff or faculty ID.

All members receive:
• Unlimited admission to Durham Western Heritage Museum for twelve full months from the date enrolled. The more chances to see all of our exciting exhibits!
• Special Smithsonian lectures and events are provided to our members at no additional charge.
• Sneak previews to upcoming exhibits.
• Receive a 10% discount in our gift shop as well as other discounts on year-round educational programs, birthday parties and facility rentals.
• Subscription to our quarterly Timelines newsletter
• Entry to all temporary exhibits. Check out our exciting lineup of exhibits at http://www.dwhm.org/exhibits.asp

If you’d like to take advantage of this opportunity, please see Jill Clark to fill out an application form and mail it in before March 31st. You may also take part in this offer online at http://www.dwhm.org/memberships-application.asp Be sure to type “BLUE” into the “discount information” box in order to be entered into the drawing!