Campus Highlights

Book drive scheduled
The Military Student Association will hold the “Support the Troops” book drive from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday, Nov. 9 through 13 in the College Union. Drop boxes also will be located throughout the Main Building. For more information, contact Brandon Hunt at 405-213-6580.

Lawyer-athlete to speak Nov. 12
Dr. Marcus Bivines, attorney of law and University of Oklahoma graduate, will speak to students during the monthly Business Professionals of America meeting, held from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, in room 407 of the Library. For more information, contact Germain Pichop at 405-682-1611, ext. 7285.

Pet food donations sought
The Psi Beta Club is challenging OCCC students to donate pet food and money to the Oklahoma City Pet Food Bank. Donations will be used to help struggling owners care for their pets. Drop boxes will be placed throughout the Main Building during the week of Nov. 16 through 20. For more information, contact Yuthika Kim at 405-682-1611, ext. 7715.

Language festival hosted
The World Languages and Cultures Center will host “The Modern Languages Festival” from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16 in the World Languages Lab. The event will offer an opportunity to spread awareness of world languages and cultures. Finger foods and refreshments will be provided. For more information, contact the World Languages and Cultures Center at 405-682-1611, ext. 7104.

Scholarship opportunity offered
Applications for the 2010 USA Academic Team and Coca-Cola All-State Community College Academic Team scholarships are now available. Information and applications are available online at www.ptk.org/schol/aaat/announce.htm with use of access code ausat2010. Applications also may be obtained through the Enrollment and Student Services office at 405-682-7595 and Student Life at 405-682-7596. Applications are due to the Enrollment and Student Services office Monday, Nov. 16.

Tuition waiver applications available
Tuition waiver applications for the spring 2010 semester are now available in the Financial Aid Office. Applications must be submitted before 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20. For more information, contact Student Financial Support Services at 405-682-7525.

All Highlights are due Monday by 5 p.m. for inclusion in the next issue. Highlight forms can be picked up in the Pioneer office, located on the second floor of the Main Building, across from the elevator.