P1 / Get back into the groove of this semester by celebrating Spring Fling. P2 / Event time line. Keep track of events going on for the week of Spring Fling. P2 / The Roadrunner Program. Crimson Cab - so many services! P3 / Earth Week. Come celebrate Mother Earth and the environment. April 2015 Updates YOUR STUDENT GOVERNMENT Spring Fling 2015 Spring Fling occurs after spring break to get students back into the “groove” of the semester. Entertainment and fun events will be provided for students to participate in throughout the week. Candace Thomas, Director of Activities, decided to implement a carnival theme for this year’s Spring Fling. “We hope this will be something different and appealing to students.” Spring Fling will include events such as Face pieing, a carnival themed fashion show, The Associated Students of New Mexico State University MSC 7110, PO Box 30001 P. 575.646.4415 F. 575.646.5596 E. [email protected] game night , Splash n’ Dash and Crimson day. Some of the activities during that week will be a hula hooping contest, a bottle ring toss and other assorted games. The event will consist of carnival games and rides such as a Ferris Wheel, Super Sizzler, Pirate Ship and Strawberries (e.g. teacups). The carnival will also be presenting Royal Hoax, a rock/alternative band sponsored by Aggies Activity Council. See page 2 for event timeline. Las Cruce NM 88003-8801 www.asnmsu.nmsu.edu Updates ASNMSU Roadrunner Program Have you ever wondered what goes on within your student government or how to get your foot in the door? The Roadrunner program is an internship for freshman and transfer students to work closely with different departments within ASNMSU. Roadrunners also get the opportunity to interact with different organizations and departments on campus as well. Through the experience gained in the program, roadrunners are often hired by ASNMSU. In fact, many current employees of ASNMSU were roadrunners in the past! Roadrunner applications will begin in the Fall semester with forms accessible through the webiste. asnmsu.nmsu.edu. Spring Fling Events Pie in the Face Monday, April 13 Tip for future roadrunners: “Take initiative on everything. Go up to people and don’t wait for them to come to you.” - Lindsey Livingston “It’s definitely a program worth trying because you not only gain experience but you also make friends along the process.” - Caroline Stapleton 1:00pm-3:30pm Watch ASNMSU President, VicePresident, President-Elect and Vice-President-Elect get pied in the face! Game Station Tuesday, April 14 11:00am-3:30pm Find us tabling to participate in the hula hoop contest, coke bottle ring toss, and corn hole game. Game Night Give Aways Wednesday, April 15 Stop by the ASNMSU table to get a free t-shirt and promo items. Game and Movie Night will be at 7PM in the new Aggie Lounge Fashion Show Thursday, April 16 Crimson Cab is one of ASNMSU’s most popular and favorite Services among students. Crimson Cab is a program offered here at NMSU to ensure the safety and success of our students by offering a safe and reliable ride. With your Pete’s Pass, you can call 575-524-TAXI (8294), and Crimson Cab will take you home anywhere within the Las Cruces City Limits. Everyday: 9:00pm-5:00am for safe ride services. The Crimson Cab service operates all day to assist students in getting to the bus stop, Non-Emergency Medical Appointments, Auto Shops, and Interview locations. 6:00pm-8:00pm Corbett Auditorium Join us for a carnival themed fashion show! If you’re interested in modeling, please e-mail [email protected]. Carnival & Spring Fling Friday, April 17 Splash-n-dash 11:00am-2:00pm at the Corbett Outdoor Stage. Spring Fling Carnival/Concert @ 6:00pm-11:00pm at the north end of the Pan Am free lot. The Associated Students of New Mexico State University MSC 7110, PO Box 30001 P. 575.646.4415 F. 575.646.5596 E. [email protected] Las Cruce NM 88003-8801 www.asnmsu.nmsu.edu Earth Week Come out and celebrate Earth Week with ASNMSU sustainability. Our events begin April 19th at OASIS’ Earth Day Festival. Stop by our table and find out how you can help NMSU be more sustainable. There will be games and giveaways. Don’t miss out! Earth Day Fair Sunday, April 19 12:00pm-7:00pm Join OASIS at the 2015 Earth Day Fair: Food! Music! Fun. Join us at the Horse Shoe from Noon to 7pm. Music night Wednesday, April 22 7:00pm Smoothies Tuesday, April 21 Ever ridden a bike to make your own smoothie? Try out the blender bike! Join us outside Corbett Center as we exercise and eat healthy. This Earth Day, join us at Sweet Cece’s as we listen to some of NMSU’s best acts and enjoy some fro-yo at 10% off. Don’t forget to bring your NMSU ID! Poster Making Party Monday, April 19 4:00pm-6:00pm Join us at Regents Row A 117 from 4pm to 6pm to make Earth Day Posters. In celebration of Earth Day, we will be making environmental themed posters using eco-friendly paints and paper. The Associated Students of New Mexico State University MSC 7110, PO Box 30001 P. 575.646.4415 F. 575.646.5596 E. [email protected] Las Cruce NM 88003-8801 www.asnmsu.nmsu.edu