Sweet Tooth Heaven! Check out these great events.

If you have a sweet tooth, this week is the week for you!

Census and Cupcakes

We will have cupcakes via Georgetown Cupcake in the lobby from 3-5 pm, this Tuesday, April 20. Show us your census, get a cupcake- it's that simple!

Chill Out, Cool Down

Join your RAC and House Mentors in the Courtyard this Thursday, April 22, from 2-4 pm for ice cream! This is a celebration of graduation and all of your accomplishments. Come mingle with your fellow South Hall residents and reunite with the folks you lived with Freshman year!

Have a great week!

Melissa and Maura

2010 Census- Seriously, get it done.

2010 Census

You've seen the fliers and heard about it on campus. Then you received the 2010 Census in your mailbox. So, WHY ON EARTH HAVEN'T YOU DONE IT YET?

Well, I don't know. It only takes 5 minutes, it will help the DC community, and it's in the Constitution.

So seriously- get it done.

What happens if I don't do it?

U.S. Census Bureau workers will come knocking on your door, and will bug you like crazy until you've done it. 

How will it help the DC community? Don't I get counted at home?

The US Census plays a role in determining the amount of federal resources that are allocated to cities across the nation. Since you spend most of your time here, that means you consume DC resources and should be counted here. Your response helps create an accurate picture of the DC population at present, which is the purpose of the Census. Again- even though you won't necessarily be here next year, your responses help federal officials estimate the number of college students who will be here in the future, until they conduct the next census in 2020. 

It's in the Constitution?

Yes- check out Article 1, Section 2.

Does it really only take 5 minutes?

Yes.

How do I fill out the information?

Give your name and basic demographic information, and answer "yes" on number 6- "Do you live or stay in this facility most of the time?"

Do I need to fill anything out on the envelope?

No.

What do I do with it once I've filled it out?

On the first floor at the mailboxes, there is a U.S. Postal Service bin marked with a US Census sign. Drop it off there.

Move Out Deadline

Several of you have had questions regarding this. If you are a graduating senior, you must be moved out of your room by Monday, May 17, at 12 pm. Please note that graduating seniors automatically have extended stay, and are not charged an additional fee by GW Housing to stay until this date. Again- you must be out no later than Monday, May 17 at noon.

Have a great week!

Melissa and Maura

JUST DO IT! 5 Essentials, Money Madness, and 2010 Census

The Five Essentials to Surviving and Thriving After College
Featuring Author and GW Alum Marcos Salazar
Tuesday, April 6th - Funger Hall Auditorium, Room 103
Reception at 5:00 p.m. (refreshments will be served), Main Event at 6:00 p.m.

RSVP here for FREE tickets: http://five-essentials.eventbrite.com


George Washington Housing Programs is hosting author, researcher and entrepreneur, Marcos Salazar on campus April 6th. Salazar authored "The Turbulent Twenties Survival Guide: Figuring Out Who You Are, What You Want, & and Where You're Going After College." In his speaking engagement at GW he will share with students tips and dynamic advice about transitioning from college to the professional realm, how to best prepare and maximize junior and senior year, and how to become an indispensable member of the workforce. Incorporated into his topic will be a discussion on networking, personal branding, and life transitions. Salazar will help GW students gain the knowledge and skills they need to move from being successful on campus to being successful in the workforce. This is a special networking and speaking event that all students should not miss! 

Money Madness Continues!

Budgeting and Credit Session
What's a credit rating? How do you plan your future income to make ends meet?
Date: Wednesday, 7 April
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: South Hall Lounge

Stock Market 101 Session
Learn what you can do now to begin investing now. Learn to grow your money!
Date: Thursday, 8 April
Times: 10:30 AM OR 2:00 PM
Location: Duques 155. Capital Market Trading Room.

2010 Census- JUST DO IT!

Your 2010 Census form was delivered to your mailbox today. Every South Hall resident must complete this form. I did mine tonight- it literally took less than 5 minutes. Make sure you check "yes" for number 6- "Do you live or stay in this facility most of the time?" When you're done, place the form in the mail bin indicated by the sign at the mailboxes on the first floor. The more efficiently you fill it out, the less we'll have to bug you about it!

And congratulations... Michelle Obama is officially the GW 2010 Commencement speaker!

Have a great week!

Melissa and Maura