Join us for the Visiting Writers Series reading by Debra Monroe. Monroe’s first book, The Source of Trouble won the Flannery O’Connor Award for Fiction. She has received critical acclaim for a second book of stories, A Wild, Cold State, and the novels Newfangled and Shambles. Her new memoir about being the white mother of a black daughter in rural Texas is On the Outskirts of Normal.
Light reception to follow. Books available for sale at the event. Sponsored by the School of Humanities.

The St. Edward’s Homecoming Court is to visibly recognizes students who demonstrate strong academic standards, uphold the St. Edward’s mission, and exhibit excellent school spirit.
The Homecoming Court includes three male and three female winners, based on the highest number of votes. The male and female with the most votes will be crowned Mr. and Ms. SEU 2012 during halftime at the men’s basketball game on Feb. 11.
Everyone is able to vote for three males and three females.
Voting opens Feb. 4 at noon through Feb. 10 at 2:30 p.m.

The Tournées Festival is a program of the French American Cultural Exchange (FACE), in partnership with the Cultural Services of the French Embassy, which aims to bring contemporary French cinema to American college and university campuses.
The St. Edward's festival will be showing the film Des dieux et des hommes (Of Gods and Men). Pizza and dessert will be served. A discussion will be led by Bro. Jonathan Beebe following the film.

Need a little paint? A ladder? A brush? Stop by, and let's start the week with music, games, snacks, and materials for the the first creative competition.
 
All boards must be completed by 4 p.m. on Tuesday for judging.

Please stop by the Study Abroad Fair to learn more about the different programs available to you! You will have an opportunity to meet representatives from study abroad companies, as well as learn more about our summer 2012 faculty-led programs & semester options in Angers, France. The Study Abroad Fair will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 8 from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. in the Ragsdale Lobby. We hope to see you there!

Channel your inner Cake Boss and show off your team's creative skill!
Teams have an hour to turn pre-made cake and frosting into a cake sculpture.

In support of this year's Homecoming theme, the Student Homecoming Committee annouces the Inagural Blue and Gold Spirit Day!
In celebration of the spirit of St. Edward's, we has that you "Cherish the tradition of Blue and Gold" by wearing your most-spirited Blue and Gold attire to campus on Friday, Feb. 10th.
Join your fellow Hilltop-faithful at the Homecoming Pep Rally at 2:30 p.m. in the Recreation Convocation Center!

Show your support for St. Edward’s athletics. Enjoy performances by the cheerleaders and dance team, and find out who will be on the Homecoming Court for Mr. and Ms. SEU! And, of course, free t-shirts and prizes.
Don't forget to wear you craziest, most-spirited blue and gold attire to celebrate Blue and Gold Day!

Bring your family and friends to play all sorts of casino games - black jack, roulette, poker and more - with chances to win amazing prices!
Dance the night away with a live band, and enjoy desserts and refreshments.
Free for students with SEU ID, and alumni and families can purchase tickets online for $10, or $15 at the door (space permitting).
Visit www.stedwards.edu/homecoming for family and alumni registration.

Need a hip gift for the sweetheart in your life? 
These bite size pieces of heaven are suitable gifts for your significant other, friends, coworkers, student workers, and family!   
Best part? All the proceeds go to the Canada Immersion and their work with adults with cognative disabilites. 
Pre-Orders can be emailed to Liza until Sunday, Feb. 12 or stop by the table on Feb. 13 or 14.
Flavors

• Red Velvet w/ cream cheese icing dipped in dark chocolate
• Dutch Chocolate cake w/ german chocolate icing dipped in milk chocolate
• Funfetti cake w/ funfetti icing dipped in white chocolate

The Most Reverend John McCarthy Lecture Series on the Catholic Church in the 21st Century will feature Rev. Edward Foley, Capuchin, the Duns Scotus Professor of Spirituality and Professor of Liturgy and Music at Catholic Theological Union. He will be discussing "Passing the Torch: Full, Conscious, and Active Participation Reconsidered."
The series honors the Most Reverend John McCarthy, who led the Diocese of Austin from 1985 to 2001, and to underscore the university's commitment to its Catholic roots and Holy Cross heritage.
Event is open to the public. Reception to follow. Complimentary valet parking provided.
 

Within the African-American community, there are many different shades of color that represent the deep-seated cultural history of Black people.
This year for Black History Month, students will have the opportunity to discuss and reflect on the issue of light versus dark skin in the community as well as celebrate their own shade of color.
Join the Multicultural Leadership Board on Feb. 15, 2012, to discuss what this issue means and how it can be positively changed in ethnic communities.
For more information contact Chloe Moore at mlb@stedwards.edu.

Morality and reason take a back seat to hysteria and public violence in the charged landscape of 17th century Salem, Massachusetts. Growing accusations of witchcraft place every man, woman and child in peril. When neighbor is pitted against neighbor, even reading a book may be cause for condemnation. Against this backdrop, John Proctor must wrestle his own demons, knowing that his life and the life of the woman he loves hang in the balance. The Crucible has burned into the American psyche and continues to ignite our senses today. Featuring Equity guests David Long, David Stahl and Robin Grace Thompson.

Robert Pearl Ragsdale center, Lucas Room, 301 The second CFR Academic Call "Russian Upcoming Election" presented by Stephen Sestanovich, George F. Kennan Senior Fellow for Russian and Eurasian Studies, CFR will be held on February 22. These interesting and hour-long conference calls feature renowned experts on contemporary topics. Space is limited. RSVP is required. meris@stedwards.edu or 233-1678
These calls are sponsored by the Kozmetsky Center.

Prospective theater majors will be given information about St. Edward's University and the performing arts program during the two-day intensive Theater Arts Scholarship Audition Weekend.  Students will attend classes with departmental faculty, view a performance at the Mary Moody Northen Theatre, and audition for scholar awards.