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Education for Excellence
Volume 23, Issue 4•November 2014
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write for Arcade literary magazine
Julia Landrum is the Chief Editor of Arcade Literary
Magazine and guest writer of this article. She is majoring
in English and double minoring in creative writing and
technical writing.
What is Arcade Literary
Magazine?
Arcade is a student-run literary magazine that publishes
student and community members’ work with the goal
of introding people to the submitting, revising, and
publishing processes and decreasing the anxiety before
sending out creative or professional work. No matter
what field of study the student is pursuing, we hope they
get a chance to see their work in print.
The 7th issue has recently been completed; if you are
interested in having a free copy, please contact the faculty
advisor Dr. Kathryn Nuernberger or an Arcade editor.
Editors are currently working on the 8th issue. We are
excited to see the great submissions to come. Visit our
Facebook page for more information.
What can I submit?
When it comes to writing, we hope to see original
poetry, screenplays, short stories, entertaining essays,
and more (don't limit your creativity). Arcade meetings
are scheduled throughout the year, and they are a great
time for editors to look over students’ work or get
more involved by joining the staff. We will try to find a
mutually agreeable time if a student can’t attend.
When it comes to artwork, we would love to see more
submissions. We are interested in seeing original
drawings, paintings, photography, cartoons and comics,
sculptures, graphic designs, and more. We want to see
original work and must be notified if an assignment is
based on or a reflection of another work of art. Also, we
need to know if a person in the artwork gives consent
to the piece being published in our magazine. Please
consider that material for our magazine will need to
go onto a computer program. If you can send a highresolution picture of your work or perhaps scan it
and send it to us through e-mail, it would be greatly
appreciated.
When it comes to music, Arcade will look at original lyrics
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or sheet music. We will not consider mash-ups or remakes of previously published songs.
What is the submission
deadline?
Editors will look at and discuss material from August to
March. The specific date varies and will be announced in
the spring semester. Editors like to work with submitters
so that they know what they may need to revise and what
they have accomplished. If you have a longer submission,
it would be beneficial for you to submit it at least three
weeks before the deadline as it is important to finish
your projects, submit, and make revisions without feeling
rushed.
How can I submit?
The easiest way for editors to look at your work and
answer questions is to email them at arcademagazine@
gmail.com. We also have a mailbox in Martin 336, if
e-mail is inconvenient for you.
We ask that you limit your submissions to 5-6 short
pieces (art, music, or poetry) and only one longer piece
(short story, screenplay, article or essay) at a time. Longer
submissions must include your name and page number on
each page. Please wait for feedback before sending more.
Do I need a cover letter?
A cover letter must be included with all submissions. The
cover letter should include: your name, email address (or
the best way to get in contact with you), the medium of
the submission, word count, and if you have any prior
publications. To avoid feedback that does not pertain
to the style of work you are trying to accomplish, please
identify what type of art, poetry, or genre you are sending
us. The more we know about you and your work, the
more we can help you. Writing a cover letter is something
you will have to do for most, if not all, magazine
submissions. Writing a cover letter for us and seeing how
the selection process works (through our feedback) will
help prepare you for future submissions. Cover letters
are also a way to show respect to the editors and create a
good first impression.
Will I be rejected?
Arcade does not like to reject people. We will give
feedback on what we think the writer or artist is doing well
and what we think they can improve on. We like to see how
pieces develop, and we like to help people learn about the editing, workshop, and publishing processes. The person submitting work is free to decide whether or not they want to continue
working their original submission or if they want to apply what
they learned to another piece.
More information
If you are interested in reading your work, playing music, or
enjoying other people's performances look into Old Drum Open
Mic Nights hosted the first Thursday of every month at the Old
Drum Gallery (128 N Holden St Warrensburg, Missouri).
employment
opportunities
Who will be the next student editor of Honorably Speaking? Keep
an eye out for upcoming emails from The Honors College about
the position which will begin next semester. Applicants must be
members of The Honors College with experience using Adobe
inDesign.
The Honors College Office is currently accepting applications
for a Graduate Assistant position for Spring 2015. To be
considered for this position, applicants should be graduates
of UCM’s Honors College and currently admitted to a UCM
Graduate Program. Applicants must possess excellent office
and clerical skills as well as outstanding organizational and
interpersonal skills, exceptional eye for detail in entering
and managing data, and in-depth knowledge of The Honors
College academic curriculum and UCM’s General Education
Requirements. Additionally, applicants for the position must
possess a strong understanding of and desire to contribute to the
educational and social mission of The Honors College, and be
proficient using Microsoft Office, especially Access and Excel.
This is a 20 hour/week position with flexible hours. Apply for
The Honors College Graduate Assistant position: G98033 at
jobs.ucmo.edu.
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HCSA Awards Ceremony, Senior Send-Off, and
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December 4th
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December 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th
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MD: Language wasn’t a problem because I have spoken
The Honors College continues its partnership with Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningen, the
Netherlands. Several UCM students participated in the “Doing Business in Europe” program for a month in summer
2014. Presently Marjan de Vries from Groningen is spending a semester at UCM. In this interview, de Vries (MD) and
UCM students Mackenzie Harding (MH) and Ashley Garrard (AG) reflect on their experiences abroad.
What was the best part about
your time in the Netherlands?
AG: Studying in the Netherlands was an amazing
and engaging academic experience because I had
opportunities to learn about the European Union and
visit large companies like Philips. Also, I previously had
not experienced living day to day in another country. I
adored sitting at a pub and not hearing any English, going
to the grocery store Albert Hein and not being able to
read the labels in Dutch, and riding bikes even when it
was pouring down rain.
MH: The best part overall was travelling. From
Groningen, my class and I went on excursions to
Germany and other places to visit businesses. I took a 36
hour trip to London and a girls’ trip to Brussels for fun. I
loved every second of it.
So far, what is your favorite
part about living in the
United States?
MD: The best part is living on campus and meeting
lots of people. It’s not too big, which makes me feel at
home here. Americans are my friends. They make me
feel at home. I like how everyone knows each other on
UCM’s campus. Professors know students personally. It’s
a similar size compared to Hanze, and I think the classes
are similar to those in the Netherlands.
What were the most shocking
differences you encountered
while studying abroad?
MH: Comparatively, the way people dress in the US
is very relaxed. In the Netherlands, there were higher
expectations. It was interesting learning to ride a bike in a
suit. It makes sense to dress up because then you look and
feel good.
A big shock was being unable to read a sign. After time
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passed, I started to see the similarities between English
and Dutch in order to try to pick up on the meaning.
Deciphering menus was hard. Biking was easy and
accessible.
AG: Even though I was told before I left home that
everyone rode bikes in the Netherlands, I was shocked
to find myself biking everywhere. Picture infants in bike
seats with their parents as well as people my grandpa’s
age riding down the streets. In addition, I didn’t realize
that most students in the Netherlands live with their
families when they attend a university. This is different
because I moved away for college.
While living there, I remember specifically being
shocked that the windows didn’t have screens. I was on
the seventh floor of a building, and the window could be
completely open. Being from the US, my first thought was
that is a lawsuit waiting to happen. Also, the classes were
intensive, but completely doable. It was important to pay
attention in class; however, I truly believe I learned the
most by living in the new environment.
MD: Transportation in Warrensburg is an issue for
me. I felt stuck in my room. In Groningen, everyone has a
bicycle to visit shops or take trains for longer distances.
When I have to shop here, I have to rely on Night Ryder
or friends to go to Walmart, and there is almost no
way of traveling to Kansas City. It’s impossible to be
independent.
I heard that classes in the US were hard. However,
compared to Hanze I spend less time in class. There we go
to class three or four days a week in several classes that
last one to two hours. I take about twice as many classes
at Hanze, but here I do more work outside of class.
Did you have any difficulty
adjusting?
MH: It took some time to figure out the layout of the
Groningen because it isn’t set up in perfect squares. Not
being able to read the signs didn’t help when navigating.
English for a long time. The orientation program was
helpful while adjusting because I was introduced to many
people. It was nice to know the people from UCM when
I came here. I’m glad I met them over the summer. Skylar
picked me up from the airport, and Ashley took me to
breakfast the day after I got to Warrensburg.
AG: Since I went away for college, it was not difficult
being away from home. Differences between cultures
were a welcome change for me. I loved the Netherlands,
so adjusting to the culture was not a problem. Dutch
people also speak perfect English. When I had to leave the
Netherlands, I cried all the way to the airport, and I was
only there for a month.
De Vries (left) and Harding continue their friendship in
the United States. Photo courtesy of Bryan Tebbenkamp.
What goals did you want to
accomplish while studying
abroad?
MH: I wanted to take the opportunity to travel. Also,
I wanted to be competitive when participating in a class
project. I was on the winning team that gave a pitch to
the CEO of Philips in Amsterdam. It was exciting because
all three of the finalist teams were comprised of at least
one UCM student and others.
MD: I have been abroad in the past, but I wanted to
come to the US to become more fluent in English and
learn about American culture. Also, my dream to travel all
over America is coming true. Lastly, I want to pass all my
classes.
What opportunities has your
experience abroad offered
you?
MH: The experience in general was great. It made me
want to travel more in the future especially in southern
Europe. Also, meeting others made me want to explore
parts of the US I have never visited. Since I play volleyball
for UCM, I would never have been able to study abroad
for an entire semester. The month long program and
assistance from The Honors College made this the best
option for studying abroad.
At first I was nervous about setting up travel
Groningen, the Netherlands is a
land of many bikes and canals.
Photo courtesy of Ashley Garrard.
opportunities. I became more confident buying plane and
train tickets, and now I know I could independently get
anywhere I would like to go.
MD: You learn a lot about yourself when you study
abroad. Meeting other people offers insight into other
cultures. When you’re by yourself in another country,
you learn to do everything on your own. Your family and
friends are not there so you have to figure it out alone.
AG: I am extremely grateful for my experience in the
Netherlands. My eyes have been opened, and the world
is at my doorstep. I am currently studying in Zagreb,
Croatia, and the Netherlands experience was the perfect
way to open the door to Europe for me. It gave me
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priceless information about the European Union and an
overall overview of what’s going on in Europe. In addition,
the trip gave me a priceless opportunity I could not have
easily found in Missouri; it allowed me to live, eat, and
socialize day in and day out with people who were raised
with a completely different background than myself.
Do you have any advice for
students studying abroad in
the future?
MH: Go for it. I wish studying abroad was required for
all students. Also, have backup plans. For instance, the
Even in the summer months, the weather
in the Netherlands is cool and cloudy.
Photo courtesy of Ashley Garrard.
AG: If you are even thinking about going abroad, just
go! Living in an unfamiliar place outside of the US will
change you forever, and you’ll have a new appreciation for
the US even if it’s just for Chipotle. Don’t be afraid. I truly
believe your life begins at the end of your comfort zone.
If you think it is too expensive, consider scholarships
and grants. I won the Benjamin A. Gilman International
Scholarship to go to Zagreb, Croatia, and The Honors
College paid for the Netherlands. The opportunities and
scholarships are waiting for you to snatch them up.
Garrard (left) and de Vries pose
in downtown Groningen. Photo
courtesy of Ashley Garrard.
credit card I planned to use in the Netherlands didn’t
work. Luckily, I had other options to fall back on in order
to pay.
MD: Learn as much as possible about the place you
intend to study abroad. I didn’t know how problematic
transportation would be here so I didn’t plan ahead, and I
wish I would have known about it before I arrived.
Also, it helps when you know people in the area you plan
to study abroad. However, even if you don’t know anyone
you should try it. Don’t be scared. In the end, you will
always meet people and learn to feel at home. You may
be homesick sometimes, but you will be much stronger
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because of it.
Harding and the other students
were provided with bikes from
the university. Photo courtesy
of Ashley Garrard.
When you go abroad, talk to everyone and travel
everywhere. While visiting the US embassy in Croatia,
one of the US Foreign Service Officers introduced me
to a scholarship program that I would have not known
about if I hadn’t taken time out of my day to speak to him.
Don’t just go to the touristy places. I visited Montenegro,
Bosnia, Serbia, and China. These places were stunning
and full of history. The more you travel, the more you will
learn because traveling changes your perspective on the
rest of the world. Find a direction and go.
Graduate student Tara McKinney is a recent graduate of The Honors College. She wrote this aricle while in pursuit of
a Master's degree at UCM.
Based on studies and research on conducting business in
India, knowledge of traditional values, understanding of
hierarchy and status, acceptance of religious orientations,
and connecting with at least one reliable local Indian
contact are some major elements to developing and
maintaining personal business relationships. This article
will focus strictly on practices and customs Western
business women must be willing to uphold, particularly
women marketers, for optimized success in this region.
When conducting business in a male-dominated society
like India, the first impression is most certainly the best
one, especially for women. Thus, business women should
act in a formal manner, wear well-fitting pantsuits or
skirts below the knees, and keep necklines conservative.
Although jeans, tee-shirts, and short-sleeved shirts are
acceptable at social events, opting to wear a sari or salwar
suit is a gesture of alliance.
It is highly recommended women marketers research
any company to find out who is in charge. Conversely,
they must keep in mind that they have to attempt to
make a connection early on. It would be wise to secure
meetings months in advance to make room for sudden
delays and last minute cancellations. Once a meeting is
secured, allow Indian female colleagues to introduce the
boss, first, when possible. The western business woman
should stand when the executive walks in, greet him
or her personally, and present a business card. Women
should not shake the person’s hand, unless it is already
known that the exec is a female or a westernized Indian
man. Also in India, it is often customary for women to
exchange a short, light handshake with women but only
with the right hand. To members of this culture, the left
hand is deemed unclean. So, to avoid any issues, domestic
business women should greet male managers and
others with the Namaste–a gesture that shows respect
and indicates to potential Indian associates that the
Westernized business woman standing before them has
done her homework and appreciates the culture.
For initial dinner meetings, women should relax—
ask about family, hobbies, and the latest news in
business—but never discuss politics or religion. Those
topics are liable to break communication down quickly.
Furthermore, when offered a drink, the woman should
not refuse and must remember not to order an alcoholic
beverage (or beef).
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