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Aries Programming Calendar - Spring 2003

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January 2003

Aries Pampering Party	January 21	8:00 PM	Aries Office	Afi & Lima
Come to the Aries office for a full facial with all-natural products. Raffle winner at program will also receive a small beauty prize.

Clothing Drive	January 22-29	n/a	Aries Office	URSA (Leila & Joanne)
The United Resident Student Association will be accepting clothing donations in the Aries Office for the week of January 22-29 to distribute to the less advantaged in Orlando. It's time to clean out your closet and do some good for the neighborhood!

Ice Cream Social	January 22	8:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Mindy & Chad
You've made it through the first couple of weeks of school! Come relax and meet your neighbors at the clubhouse with some free ice cream, drinks, and music!

Rollerblading in the Park	January 25	11:00 AM	Aries Clubhouse	Kat
Come meet Kat at the clubhouse to go to a local park and enjoy a day of rollerblading! It's a fun way to meet new friends and stay in shape to avoid the "Freshman 15"!

Dinner & A Movie: Barbershop	January 25	8:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Afi & Lima
Have Dinner, Watch Barbershop, and bond with your neighbors at the Aries Clubhouse with RA's Afi and Lima!

Superbowl	January 26	8:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Darren & Abbie
What more is there to say? Come eat, drink, and watch the Superbowl with your neighbors and RA's on the big screen!

Sand in Your Shorts Volleyball	January 28	5:00 PM	Aries Volleyball Court	Sarah
Come to the volleyball court to learn the rules of the game and to play and informal game with your neighbors!

Ask-A-Cop	January 28	7:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Raul
Come to the Aries Clubhouse to meet officers from the UCF Police Department and ask any questions related to laws, safety, or what changes you can expect to see now that UCF PD has jurisdiction over our property.

Politically Incorrect	January 28	9:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Charles, Raul & Abbie
Come discuss your opinions on current events around the world in this open forum based upon the popular TV show of the same name. Come to get your point across, or just listen to what everyone else has to say!

Movie Night: Austin Powers III	January 29	7:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Kat
Groovy, Baby! Come check out the latest Austin Powers movie at the clubhouse with Kat! Enjoy food & drink, and meet your neighbors!

Pancake Breakfast	January 31	9:00 AM	Aries Clubhouse	Charles & Chad
Keep the semester going right with a delicious free pancake breakfast. Remember - breakfast is the most important meal of the day, especially if it's yummy.

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February 2003

Barbershop Discussion	February 5	6:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Shemika
Watch Barbershop and then discuss many of the controversial issues that surround the movie like Did OJ do it, and is Rosa Parks really a civil rights icon.

Tennis Tournament	February 5	7:00 PM	Aries Tennis Court	Kat
Come test your skills against your neighbors! Think you can beat Kat? We'd like to see you try! Sign-ups for singles and doubles begin January 29 at the office!

American Pimp	February 5	8:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Raul
Prostitution is prevalent in every major American city, including Orlando. Come to the clubhouse to watch the documentary film "American Pimp" and to learn about how pimps and prostitutes live and work with the dangers they face from customers, police intervention, and each other.

Candy-Grams/Condom-Grams	February 6-13	n/a	Aries Office	URSA (Reina)
Show your valentine you care with a Candy-Gram or a Condom-Gram delivered by the United Resident Student Association! Come to the office the week of February 6-13th from 6-10pm. Don't forget your $3.00.

Love and Basketball	February 9	6:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Shemika
Watch the NBA all-star game and watch Jordan grace the floors for possibly one last time.

People Auction	February 11	8:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	URSA (Loren & Reina)
Still looking for the perfect date for Valentine's Day? Come to the United Resident Student Association People Auction. If you plan to be auctioned off you can come to the Aries office to sign up beginning the week of February 3-10. Otherwise there is a $1 entrance fee on the day of the event. At the end of the auction all partners will have front row seats to a romantic movie and popcorn. Hope we can help you find your dream date!

Movie Night: Bourne Identity	February 12	9:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Mindy
Come check out one of the coolest movies of 2002. It just came out on video, so be one of the first to catch it with your neighbors at the Clubhouse on the big screen!

Un-Valentine's Day Celebration	February 14	8:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Sarah
Didn't find a valentine? Recently un-valentined? Come to the clubhouse to enjoy food, drink, and music with your fellow un-valentined neighbors. You might make some new friends to hang with, or you might meet your valentine for next year!

Spades Tournament	February 16	7:30 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Shemika & Afi
Come compete against friends and neighbors in the Spades tournament! Enjoy food and drink while you test your skills!

An Evening of Stars	February 17-24	8:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Afi
The Aries Community of Pegasus Landing presents "An Evening of Stars: The Series". Come celebrate Black History in a unique way and pay homage to just a few of Hollywood's brightest stars!!! Refreshments will be served. Program Dates: February 17, 19, 23, 24

Racial Stereotypes	February 18	7:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Charles
Many people still face stereotyping every day. Come discuss your opinions, share your experiences, and explore some common and not-so-common sources of stereotypes. Following the discussion, watch the movie "Undercover Brother" to further understand the topic, or just to relax.

Bias in the Media	February 18	9:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Darren
Ever wonder if you're getting the whole story about Iraq, North Korea, or the Israel-Palestine conflict by watching CNN, MSNBC, or the Big Three Networks News? How can you make an informed decision if you're not getting the whole story? Come to this event to learn where to get the REAL stories, and how to tell the difference. Share your opinions on current events and how they affect you. Part of the February Diversity Series.

Rock Climbing	February 19	7:15 PM	Aries Office	Mindy
Come Rock Climbing at the gym on campus. We will meet in the office at 7:15 p.m. and take the shuttle over to UCF (if you would like to drive over yourself please let Mindy know). Sign up in the office! Spaces are limited and you must sign up to participate!

Black History Brainbowl	February 22	6:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Shemika
Think you know your black history? Come test your knowledge against your fellow residents! Part of our February Diversity Series.

RA Cook-Off	February 22	8:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Most of the Aries Staff!
Our RA's are going to treat you to a home-cooked meal! Come to the clubhouse to hang out and meet your RA's and neighbors, and enjoy some free food!

Grammy's	February 23	8:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Afi
Come watch the Grammy Awards with your friends and neighbors at the Clubhouse!

Why Can't They Kill Saddam?	February 25	7:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Sarah
The History Channel recently aired a series of programs regarding the current and past conflict with Iraq. Come to the Aries Clubhouse to watch one of the documentaries, better understand the conflict, and discuss your opinion of America's Foreign Policy as it relates to this country. Part of the February Diversity Series.

Midterm Study Break	February 26	9:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Casey, Melisa & Abbie
Before midterms start, come to the Aries Clubhouse to get your head together and relax with your neighbors, food, drinks & music. We'll have a representative from SARC (the Student Academic Resource Center) on hand to share study tips and answer questions. Get your midterms started right so you can make it to finals!

March Madness	February TBA	TBA	Aries Clubhouse	Darren & Abbie
Top 64 College Teams - bring canned food to be able to enter the pool. Pick your final four and your champion team. The pick with the most correct choices wins a $25 Gift Certificate to Best Buy.

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March 2003

Party Safe	March 4	8:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Raul
Parties are usually fun & safe, if you're with friends and everyone knows each other. Unfortunately, at most parties, you do not know everyone there... and neither does the host - and even knowing everyone is by no means a guarantee of safety. Come listen to a presentation by REACH Peer Educators about the many types of drugs, victimization, and other dangers involved in the normal party so you can always be aware and do your best to party safe.

Time-Management Seminar	March 5	7:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Sarah
Midterms and finals are fast approaching! Come to our seminar on how to effectively manage your time with your studies so you can actually ENJOY your spring break instead of spending it buried in books!

Ice Cream Pool Party	March 9	12 - 4 PM	Aries Pool	URSA (Joanne & Raquel), Mindy
The United Resident Student Association invites you to take a break from school to come to the pool, meet your neighbors, and enjoy plenty of ice cream while you're making new friends!

Ultimate Twister	March 12	9:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Mindy & URSA
Do you think you are limber enough for this one? Come play ultamite twister where there will be multiple mats at once. Come win prizes!

Capture the Flag	March 12	12 Midnight	Aries Office	Raul
Meet at the Aries Office for this grade school favorite with a twist... IT'S GOING TO BE DARK OUT!

Movie Night	March 13	9:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Shemika
Take a break with your friends at the Aries Clubhouse for some food, drink & a movie. Look for flyers beginning March 6 to announce the movie title!

Worst-Case Scenario: Spring Break	March 14	7:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Melisa
Come learn the skills you need to survive a worst-case scenario during spring break. Food and refreshments will be provided.

Spades Tournament	March 23	4:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Shemika & Afi
Card Tournament to find out who really is the best. Ace high game, no jokers. If you don't know what it is, don't worry, Shemika and Afi will teach you!

Nutrition Seminar	March 23	8:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Lima
Come learn how to eat healthy for mind, body, and spirit!

Canned Food Drive	March 23-26	n/a	Aries Office	Melisa, Chad & Lima
Come get rid of that extra food that's taking up your cabinets (you know your roommates have been complaining), and do some good for the neighborhood!

Women's History	March 24	9:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Linda
March is Women's History Month, so come to the clubhouse to learn about women's issues and discuss issues relevant to your life!

Go Fly a Kite (& Picnic)	March 26	5:00 PM	Building 19 Courtyard	Linda
Come enjoy some time out in the sun with your friends while you build a kite of your own and have a picnic dinner! In case of no wind, we'll have a paper airplane competition!

Summer Job Fair	March 27	7:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Shemika
Getting ready to make some extra money this summer? Check out our job fair for plenty of resources on who is hiring, and how to find more. Ask questions about resume writing and interview skills so you can be prepared and get the job you want!

Bias in the Media	March 27	9:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Darren
Ever wonder if you're getting the whole story about Iraq, North Korea, or the Israel-Palestine conflict by watching CNN, MSNBC, or the Big Three Networks News? How can you make an informed decision if you're not getting the whole story? Come to this event to learn where to get the REAL stories, and how to tell the difference. Share your opinions on current events and how they affect you. Part of the February Diversity Series.

Car Wash	March 29	10a - 4p	Aries Car Wash Facility	URSA (Joanne), Linda, Charles & Lima
Between midterms and spring break, we know you have not had time to wash your car, so let the United Resident Student Association do it for you! Tickets are available for advance purchase in the Aries Office beginning the week of March 22-29. Cars: $3, Light Trucks: $4 (pickups & SUV's).

Water Balloon Fight!	March 29	2:00 PM	Aries Tennis Court	Charles
Come cool off while you get out some aggression! It's healthy...really!

Halo Tournament	March 29	7:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Lima & Chad
Compete against your friends and neighbors in video games on the big screen!

Dodgeball	March 30	2:00 PM	Aries Tennis Court	Charles, Darren & Abbie
Come out and play this age-old favorite! Compete against your RA's, friends and neighbors!

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April 2003

Video-Game Night	April TBA	7:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Darren & Abbie
Come play video game tournaments against your neighbors and RA's on the big screen at the Aries Clubhouse. Look for flyers beginning on February 22 for games which will be available!

T-Shirt Decorating Contest	April 4	6 - 8 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Lima
Decorate a t-shirt at the clubhouse and compete for prizes!

UCF PD Day	April 5	4 - 9 PM	Aries Clubhouse	URSA (Daniel & Leila), Raul, Darren, Casey & Melisa
Meet UCF Police Officers, get your personal belongings engraved, learn about apartment & personal safety, ask questions, and much more at this all-in-one event! Brought to you by the United Resident Student Association! You can also participate in the UCF PD's "Night Run" program and one of our resident favorites: Drunk & Drunker!

Saturday Night Fever	April 5	9:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Linda
Come watch the best disco movie ever made to take a break from midterm studying! 70's dress is encouraged!

Summer Job Prep: Interview Skills	April 7	7:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Linda
Trying to get the perfect summer job to earn some extra cash? Now's the time to start applying. Learn the skills you need in an interview to get the job you want!

Registration Fest	April 7	8:00 PM	Aries Computer Lab	Raul
Come to the Aries Office to get a jump on your registration for the summer and fall semesters. UCF Academic Advisors will be on hand to help you find the right classes to keep you on track for graduation!

Build Your Own Computer	April 10	6:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Abbie
Whether you hate computers or love computers, the truth is it's hard to get by without one in college. Come to the Aries Clubhouse not only to learn what to look for when building your own computer, but also how to keep any computer you have in top shape so it will always be reliable when you need it!

Sex in the City	April 10	7:30 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Shemika
STD's and STI's are prevalent in Orlando, as in most major cities. Come learn about the actual infection rates within Orlando and at UCF, and learn what you can do to protect yourself.

Eating Healthy	April 12	8:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Chad
Come enjoy a free meal while you learn about simple ways to eat properly and keep away that 'freshman 15'!

Canned Food Drive	April 14-20	n/a	Aries Office	URSA (Brian)
Whether you're going home for the summer or not, it's time to clean out your kitchen! Bring your canned and boxed food to the office. The United Resident Student Association will then distribute it to the less advantaged in Orlando. You'll have less to squeeze into your car, and someone who needs it will have something to eat - everybody wins!

Cookie Decorating Contest	April 15	7:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Casey
Come take a break from school and enjoy some free food as you decorate cookies to share with your friends and neighbors!

Kick-Ass Program	April 19	2:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Linda
Come learn the basics of Tang Su Do, a Korean-American martial art form. This program will teach you the fundamentals of self-defense, and may get you interested in a very rewarding hobby for your mind, body, and spirit!

Midnight Breakfast	April 21	12 Midnight	Aries Clubhouse	Sarah & Kat
Finals start tomorrow! Come get some energy and food, and share your woes with your neighbors before the week-long study-a-thon begins! (Breakfast occurs on midnight immediately following the 21st!)

Study Break	April 23	9 - 11 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Mindy & Chad
Need a quiet place to study? Come to the clubhouse! Mindy will be there to give you tips on effective studying techniques, retention, and relaxation techniques to get you through the rest of finals week!

Study Break Movie	April 24	8:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Darren & Casey
Come take a break from studying and get your head together! Enjoy food and drinks and watch a movie to be announced beginning April 17.

Book Swap	April 25	6:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Kat
So you're done with your books, and you need new ones for next semester. Before you go to the bookstore to get way too little back for your old books and pay way too much for you new ones, come to the clubhouse and see if you can find someone else to swap your books with for free!

Habitat for Humanity	April 26	8:00 AM	Aries Clubhouse	Mindy, Nicole & Casey
Come do some good for the neighborhood, get volunteer experience, and help out a family in need while you learn construction techniques and have a great time! We'll be going to a Habitat for Humanity worksite in Orlando to work on the construction of a house from 8am to 1:30pm.

Condom Olympics	March 26	8:00 PM	Aries Clubhouse	Lima
Compete in contests designed to teach about the actual strength of condoms... did you know you can actually fit one over your head without breaking (don't try it at home, though - you may suffocate!)

End of Finals Pool Party	April 29	12:00 PM	Aries Pool	Linda
You studied and took exams for a whole week! Now it's time to take a break and meet your neighbors at the pool to kick off the summer properly!