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St. John’s CollegeStudent

Activities Center Guide

2013-2014

See our Facebook page for regular updates on all our activities: St. John’s College NM SAOStudent Activity Center Front Desk: Ext. 6149

Mike Thurber, Outdoor Program CoordinatorExt. 6148, e-mail [email protected] program, transportation, Search and Rescue

Facilities and Athletics ManagerExt. 6150Athletics, intramurals, Student Activity Center use and scheduling of gym, soccer field, tennis courts, squash or racquetball courts

Thomas McBee, College Events CoordinatorExt. 6139, e-mail: [email protected], theater, films, musical performances, audio/visual support

Katie Widlund, Assistant Dean’s OfficeExt. 6925, e-mail: [email protected] Polity, SRB, SCI, and study groups

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QUESTIONS?

SAC HOURSSunday 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.Monday 7 a.m. – 7 p.m., 10 p.m. – 12 a.m.Tuesday 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.Wednesday 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.Thursday 7 a.m. – 7 p.m., 10 p.m. – 12 a.m.Friday 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

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College Events Office 3

Study with the President 3

Outdoor & Athletic Programs 4The Intramurals Program 4

Athletics 4Basketball: Open Play 4Soccer: Open Play 4Ultimate: Open Play 4Disc Golf 5Croquet 5Ice Hockey 5Squash 5Racquetball and Handball Courts 5Fencing 6Wonder Woman Workout 6Russian Kettle Bells 6Medicine Ball Ping Pong 6Swimming Lessons 6Iron Bookworm 7

From the East 8Karate-Do 8Breathing Meditation 9Qian Tian Tai Ji Chuan 9Ba Gua Zhang - “Eight Trigrams Palm” 9Kundalini Yoga with Colin 10Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 10

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Art Programs 11Black and White Film Photography 11Photographic Composition 11Pottery 11Blues Dance 12Tango Dance 12Swing Dance 12

Outdoor Activities 13Search and Rescue 14Hiking & Biking Dale Ball and Atalaya Trails 14

Outdoor Adventure Trips 15Rock Climbing 15Ski/Snowboard 15Rafting 16Backpacking and Hiking 16Free Outdoor Equipment Loans 16Free Bicycle Loan Program 17Bicycle Maintenance workshops 17

Student Organizations 18The Moon 18Grout 18Chrysostomos 18Astronomy 18SJC Climbing Club 19KnitWits 19SF^3: Students For a Sustainable 19Future for Santa FeProject Politae 19Student Polity 20Student Residence Committee (SRC) 20Student Review Board (SRB) 21Student Committee on Instruction (SCI) 21

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

The College Events Office promotes non-academic opportunities for students, including concerts, films, theater, the student/tutor social hourknown as Nabla, sponsored parties and study breaks. The theater club,Chrysostomos, is run through the College Events Office as is the provision of the school’s audio-visual equipment. The office is located in the base-ment of Peterson Student Center.

International Relations Study GroupPresident Mike Peters invites students to readand discuss articles on international affairsand foreign policy. Meetings are held onTuesdays in Levan Hall 303, from 4:30 p.m.to 6:00 p.m.

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CollegeEventsOffice

Study WithThe President

THE INTRAMURALS PROGRAMFriendly team competition exists in the College Intramurals program ingames such as ultimate, kickball, dodgeball, team handball, floor hockey,volleyball, basketball and a host of other team activities. Students in other colleges often abandon athletics altogether due to highlycompetitive sports activities but, at St. John’s, students are invited to rediscover the joy of amateur athletics in a welcoming atmosphere. Thecompetition between the intramurals teams (the Myrmidons, Geometers,Quixotics, and Olympians) is passionate but good-natured.Game information can be found on the bulletin board across from the coffee shop in the Peterson Student Center, on our Facebook page, or at the Student Activity Center. Notices are also published in the weeklyEphemera. For more information, contact Mike Thurber, ext. 6148, e-mail:[email protected]

ATHLETICS – Get Some Exercise!Basketball: Open PlayCheck the weekly Ephemera or call the Student Activity Center to see theschedule for open play basketball. Pick-up games are open to all in the college community.

Soccer: Open PlayAll skill levels are welcome and encouraged to join us on the soccer field forfun and friendly competition. Check the schedule for times.

Ultimate: Open PlayCome play your favorite disc game on the soccer field. Check out discs atthe Student Activity Center.

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St. John’s Outdoor and

Athletics Programs

Disc GolfA stunning world-class disc golf course sanctioned by the Professional DiscGolf Association exists in the arroyo between the lower dorms and the Student Activity Center. It is a challenging course, characterized by tightshots through the trees. Maps of the course, discs and rules of play areavailable at the Student Activity Center front desk.

CroquetA classic game with a friendly rivalry between the two St. John’s Colleges inSanta Fe and Annapolis, we play “backyard” croquet, with nine wickets andtwo stakes. Two teams of two people play against each other. The first teamto complete the course is the winner. The leader of the Santa Fe team is the“Grand Marnier,” a position that is assigned every year by the previous“Grand Marnier.” No, it isn’t a drink. Don’t worry, we will teach you the rules.Come play an easy, fun game which has been part of the long tradition of St. John’s College.

Ice HockeyWould you like to play, or learn to play, ice hockey? The Chavez CommunityCenter in Santa Fe extends a half-price rate to all St. John’s College stu-dents, alumni and staff who play in the Adult Ice Hockey League. Each fall,the leagues form and range from A (elite) to D (developmental). “Learn toPlay Hockey” classes are also available at a reduced rate. Equipment canbe checked out and transportation arranged. Contact Ms. Reahard at [email protected].

SquashDating back to the 12th century, squash evolved from at least five othersports that involve racquets, gloves and balls. An excellent cardiovascularworkout, squash also encompasses quick reflexes, physics, geometry, andathletics. Use our excellent indoor squash courts.Contact the SAC at ext. 6149 for more information.

Racquetball and Handball CourtsThe Student Activity Center has two courts for these games. Students maycheck out racquets, balls and goggles at the Student Activity Center frontdesk. Handball is played without a racquet but has similar rules and uses thesame court. The Student Activity Center provides gloves, balls and goggles. Because of their popularity, please contact ext. 6149 to reserve a court andan hour’s play.

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FencingJoin one of the oldest clubs on campus andlearn this sophisticated sport! Beginners arewelcome. Classes begin with basic footworkand bladework techniques as well as tacticsand strategy. Each class begins with a review of the previous class followed by anew lesson and “bouting.” Touche!Fencing is led by Rob Madril. E-mail:[email protected]

Wonder Woman Workout! SAC Gym: Come join the Wonder Woman Workout, a fitness bootcamp forwomen only. This class offers strength, core, and cardio training using dumb-bells, elastic bands, balance balls, medicine balls, Bosu balls, Kettlebells, andmore! Every class is different, and this is the perfect class for every fitnesslevel. Students, faculty, and staff welcome. For more information, contact Mary Anne Burke at ext. 6109 /[email protected] or Susan Patten at ext. 6116 / [email protected]

Russian Kettle BellsThe ultimate full-body workout experience, these cast iron weights can re-place many other types of weight lifting equipment while allowing the bene-fits of flexibility, muscle and cardio-training to occur simultaneously.

Medicine Ball Ping-PongJoin us in the gym for a thrilling hour of throwing the weighted medicine balls:a game of skills, strategy, nimbleness, cunning and brute strength. Get strong without feeling like you are working out.

Swim LessonsTired of dry land? A professional swimming coach and SJC student is offering lessons to the St. John’s College community at the amazing Olympic-sized pool at the Chavez Community Center in Santa Fe.• Beginners Class: Learn the basics of floating, treading water, breathing andbeginning strokes. No water experience required.• Intermediate Class: Develop technique, then endurance. Become competent inany or all of the strokes (even butterfly!) Ability to tread water or float preferred.For more information, contact Emmylou Edwards at [email protected] or303-919-7345.

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Iron BookwormSometimes painfully invigorating, always popular, this non-stop workoutuses body weight, medicine balls, isometric and plyometric exercise. Theaim is to develop strength in all muscle groups, joint mobility, spine strength,and heart health all at once. (Not to mention mental toughness, equanimityunder pressure, ability to push yourself, and creativity in exercising.) Mr. Venkatesh, tutor and Iron Bookworm instructor, recommends this work-out for all people who hate exercising and have no time for dutiful drudgery.His observation: Men might be stronger at first, but women usually aretougher in the end.

Table TennisDid you know thattable tennis is of the most popular games around the world,and an Olympic sport? Table tennis improves concentration, presence ofmind and, of course, hand/eye coordination. But mostly, it is just incrediblyfun to play! You may play on your own or have one of the more advancedplayers show you some techniques to improve your game. First-rate equip-ment. Beginners welcome! Contact Santa Fe Table Tennis Club at [email protected] or call Bob Funkhouser at 505-920-8593.

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Karate-Do� This year marks the 28th Anniversary of Karate-Do at St. John’s College, Santa Fe. The style taught by Tutor Jorge Aigla is Japanese Wa Do�Ki Kai, a type of Shoto�Kan. People may join this class only at the beginningof the Fall semester. Students wishing to join MUST be present for the firstmeeting. You may borrow a “gi” (white training uniform) from the SAC for thefirst two meetings.Karate-Do� is led by Jorge Aigla, Tutor, 8th Dan and Kyoshi (head instruc-tor),and Bill Kerr, Tutor, 6th Dan (assistant instructor).

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From the East

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Breathing MeditationThese breathing meditations offer a time in the middle of the week to quietthe mind, using our breath to touch the Silence and to simply be. The breathis a tool that can help us not to identify with those thoughts and emotionsthat threaten our sense of harmony and well being, and to transform theminto light. In the understanding that we are all sharing the same air, we dedi-cate each meditation in service to the Whole, and complete in remembranceof the Unity and the Spirit of Life on the breath. Breathing Meditation is led by Penny Russell. Meetings occur in the ThorpeRoom. All are welcome., Ext. 6070

Qian Tian Tai Ji ChuanThe practices of Tai Ji Chuan support the body by strengthening the root connection, and by maximizing circulation. Standing, turning, and movingenhance the transformation and develop a deep connection and feeling.Today, Tai Ji is practiced for a variety of reasons including health, flexibility,meditation and mental health.

Ba Gua Zhang — “Eight Trigrams Palm”Ba Gua Zhang is an ancient Taoist Movement system from China. It is an exploration of circles and spirals, an expression of the possibilities ofchange. Through centering, standing, turning and moving practices, the circulation and connection are enhanced. This class is designed to supportstudents in developing a daily practice.Both Tai Ji and Ba Gua Zhang are led by Able West, DOM, L.Ac.Mr. West has been a student of Chinese internal movement beginning in1986. Since 1992, he has been studying and learning from Dr. Zhou Ron QinTsai, a Taoist educator and Healer. 505-992-1209

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Kundalini Yoga with ColinKundalini yoga is the yoga of awareness. It incorporates breath work, mantra,mudra and asana to clear the tedium of everyday, and to perceive and enjoythe limitless power of the self. As the warrior’s yoga, it strengthens the coreand increases endurance and lung capacity. See how deep into reality youare willing to dive, and how determined you are to become who you are.Colin is KRI and IKYTA Level 1 yoga-certified through Yoga Phoenix. He hastaught yoga in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Minnesota.

Brazilian Jiu JitsuBrazilian Jiu Jitsu is back at St John’s! This is a grappling art utilizingthrows, positional control, and submissions to neutralize an opponent. Theemphasis is on technique as a means to deal with size and power. Toachieve superior technique, one must be focused, disciplined, humble andcreative. Whether your interest is fitness, body awareness, competition, orself-defense, you will benefit from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. All ages, body types,and fitness levels welcome.The instructor is Aaron Perls of Gracie Barra School, Santa Fe.

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ArtPrograms

Black and White Film Photography (fall semester)Photography is another way to see, to reflect on what is around you, to noteand explore the meaning of events in your life. Students new to photographyand those already engaged in photography are welcome to come learn andmaster key techniques in black and white photography, or to explore topics ofinterest to you. A complete darkroom facility on campus is available to all.

Photographic Composition (spring semester)Photography is either accidental or deliberate in its outcome. Accidental results may be pleasing but unreliable. Deliberate results in photography require specific skills. We will give you knowledge of composition as a basisfor a personal sense of vision. Your photography will step up in quality, frequency of good results and more personal pleasure when you and otherslook at them. Through discussions, outdoor field sessions and review of yourwork, you will go from just snapshots to meaningful photographs. Photography classes are taught by Mark Obenzinger. Mark has over 30 yearsexperience in photography, has taught photography in New York, and is afounder of A Photographer’s Forum in Santa Fe. For more information, please

contact the SAC at ext. 6149.

PotteryLearn the fundamentals of wheel-thrown, hand-built ceramics. Basic throwing, trimming and glazing tech-niques are taught for many functional forms includingcups, bowls and plates. Hand-building and sculpturaltechniques such as coiling and slab construction are also explored. Demonstration and technical informationwill be provided with attention to individual needs. $20 is collected from each student for the semester tohelp pay for supplies. Contact the SAC with questions,ext. 6149.Pottery is led by Siddiq Khan who was educated at theByam Shaw School of Art in London and the Pratt Insti-tute of Design in New York. He has taught pottery at St. John’s College since 1992.

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Blues DanceBlues dancing is a truly American dance that is simple, easy to learn, andhighly adaptable. We focus oncommunity building as muchas dancing. You’ll have an instant group of new and wonderful friends when youshow up. If you’ve neverdanced, or found other dancesunnatural and confusing,blues will change how youthink about dance and helpyou enjoy dancing more thanyou ever thought possible.

Tango DanceYes, we teach one of the most influential and romantic dances ever known:Tango! All are welcome; bring your dancing shoes.

Swing DanceBorn in the streets and clubs of Harlem during the 1920’s, this dance came tobe when big bands took the stage and people danced the night away. Swingdance is a relaxed social dance that allows for creativity and individuality.We will teach you basic steps, partner connection, musicality, fun tricks anddips, technique, and perhaps even an aerial or two. But, most of all, we wantto see you having as much fun as we do celebrating this classic dance intothe wee hours of the morning!

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OutdoorActivities

St. John’s College in Santa Fe is located in the midst of the southwest’s nu-merous opportunities for outdoor adventures. The Student Activities Centercoordinates a number of excursions every year. Hiking, rock-climbing, skiand snow board trips, and river rafting are offered several times a year.Knowledgeable trip leaders accompany students on outdoor activities toguide and teach students necessary and proper skills to fully enjoy the experience. Outdoor activities are advertised via school email and fliers, as well as onthe Student Activity Center’s Facebook page. Students can sign up for thetrips at the Student Activity Center front desk. Some activities may havesmall fees or refundable deposits.

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Important InformationAlthough standard safety procedures are followed, adventure activities haveinherent risks associated with them that prevent a guarantee of absolutesafety. Students are expected to assume responsibility for requisite risks.All backcountry activities require the completion of a short medical waiver.Attendance is required at all pre-trip meetings. These meetings will coversafety, logistics, equipment, and meals.

Search and RescueSt. John’s maintains a relationship with Atalaya Search and Rescue team, aMountain Rescue Association certified team that has been operating out ofSanta Fe since 2002. They specialize in technical rescue and are qualified inall aspects of wilderness search and rescue including ground search andevacuation, winter operation, and high angle rescue. For students who wishto join, membership fees are paid by St. John’s. Visit their website atwww.atalayasar.orgMeetings are held on campus every other Wednesday night. Some equip-ment is available for loan. For more information, contact Mike Thurber atext. 6148.

Hiking and Biking Dale Ball andAtalaya TrailsAn expansive trail system beginsat St. John’s campus and extendsto Hyde State Park and beyond.These trails are a fantastic resource for hiking, trail running,and mountain biking. Free mapsare available to students at theSAC front desk.

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Outdoor Adventure TripsRock Climbing Rock climbing trips at St. John’s are designed for climbers of ALL levels. For the most part, climbing will take place at White Rock, Las Conchas, andEl Rito. If the weather does not permit, we also have the option of climbing atthe Stone Age Climbing Gym in Albuquerque.

Ski/Snowboard Students love the skiing and snowboard-ing trips to Taos Ski Valley and Santa FeSki Basin in New Mexico, and Wolf Creekin Colorado. Dates for the trips will be announced starting mid-semester and are subject to change based on ski areaconditions.

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Rafting As the weather warms up, the Outdoor Program will be sponsoring raftingtrips to local favorites such as the Rio Grande, San Juan, and Chama rivers.Trip dates will be announced mid-semester and are dependent on water levels.

Backpacking and HikingIn the fall and spring, the Student Activities Center leads several overnightand day trips to peaks and lakes in the neighboring Pecos Wilderness. Onceyou get up in the high country, it’s hard to believe you’re still in New Mexicoas you wander along lush streams to alpine lakes surrounded by peaks top-ping out over 13,000 feet!

FREE Outdoor Equipment LoansThe Student Activities Center offers equipment loans for our Outdoor Program trips, as well as for all of your own adventures. Swing by the SAC to borrow backpacks, sleeping bags, pads, tents, climbing shoes, and more. Check the Ephemera for Equipment Loan Hours or call the SAC front desk atextension 6149.

FREE Bicycle Loan ProgramThe Bicycle Loan Program is administered through the Student ActivitiesCenter and provides both short and long-term bicycle loans to students of St. John’s College. As alternative transportation on campus, bikes minimizeour environmental impact. The Student Activity Center also offers a Do-It-Yourself bicycle maintenance bench complete with a full toolset and “how-to” books. All bicycle loans include a helmet, lock, and lights.To inquire about the program or to check bicycle availability, please contactMike Thurber at ext. 6148 or at [email protected].

Bicycle Maintenance WorkshopsThroughout the fall and spring semesters, the Student Activities Center willbe offering regular bicycle maintenance workshops. Skilled mechanics fromthe St. John’s community will teach one to two hour programs on everythingfrom fixing a flat tire to rebuilding a drive train.Watch for announcements on bulletin boards around campus, on the SAOFacebook page, and in your school email.

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StudentOrganizations

The MoonThe Moon is the official St. John’s student-run monthly newspaper. The Moon prints feature articles, editorial columns, literary pieces, moviereviews, current college events and more. For more information, contact [email protected].

GroutGrout is the official St. John’s College literary magazine. Grout accepts submissions throughout the entire school year and publishes throughoutboth semesters. Students interested in writing, art, photography or layoutand publishing are invited to join the team. For more information, contact the College Events Office at ext.6139.

ChrysostomosChrysostomos is the talented theater group of St. John’s College, Santa Fe. A student can become a member by attending three consecutive meetingsor by participating in a show. Students can pursue acting, directing, techwork and set/costume design. Meetings are listed in the Ephemera. Contact Thomas McBee, College Events Coordinator, at ext. 6139 for moreinformation.

AstronomyInterested in astronomy? Join us for weekly after-seminar viewing sessionson the ESL deck using the College’s fine telescopes. Or come to “star ses-sions” at a dark-sky location nearby, and field trips to observatories aroundthe state. You might want to set up an Astronomy Club for the year underStudent Polity, which supports such activities. Contact Bill Donahue, Director of Laboratories, for more information at ex-tension 6452 or see him in ESL 110.

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SJC Climbing ClubThe Climbing Club schedules a shuttle to the local indoor climbing center inSanta Fe several times a week. Everyone is welcome, especially if you wantto train a little before going on an outdoor trip! The climbing center has botha bouldering area and rope climbing. Free climbing shoes can be checkedout from the SAC. For more information, please contact Jemima Strong at [email protected]

KnitWitsThe premier knitting club on campus! The knitting season starts officiallyafter the first frost – when a cup of tea is not only welcome but mandatory.Bring any kind of handwork whether it's crocheting, needlework, or weav-ing. The group can usually be found with yarn in hand and cocoa or tea infront of a fireplace on campus.For more information, please contact Jemima Strong at [email protected]

SF^3: Students For a Sustainable Future for Santa FeDedicated to student lifestyles that are sustainable both for themselves andthe planet, the group meets weekly to work on projects such as the campusgarden, putting up clotheslines, using reusable dishware in the dining halland placing recycling bins in each dorm. For more information, please contact Victor Hageman [email protected]

Project PolitaeProject Politae is a group of students, tutors and staff dedicated to service in the Santa Fe community. Members pursue projects such as buildinghouses for Habitat for Humanity, gardening at local farms, building trails andtutoring school children. The projects focus on improving the community and learning about environmental sustainability. Projects are chosen thatgive students the opportunity to volunteer on- or off-campus to help peoplein Santa Fe. Project Politae is open to all students. Contact the Assistant Dean’s Office at ext. 6925 for meeting time and place.

Student PolityPolity is the undergraduate student government that is run by elected student officers. Students meet weekly to discuss current issues critical forthe student body and to decide on funding requests. Funding for certain acceptable student-driven groups and activities is disbursed only after a formal budget request and a hearing process. Polity also serves as studentrepresentation to the outside community and maintains communication between the student body, faculty members and the college administration.Students may gain voting rights after attending three consecutive meetings. Meetings are held on Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the JuniorCommon Room.

Student Residence Committee (SRC)The SRC is a project-based committee of Student Polity designed to addressthe facilities concerns of all students, both on and off campus. The SRC welcomes student input regarding campus life and suggestions for its improvement. Contact the Assistant Dean’s Office at ext. 6925 for meeting time and place.

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Student Review Board (SRB)The SRB is committed to resolving disputes among college community members, providing a mediating link between students and college adminis-trators as well as upholding the rules of the Student Handbook. The SRBprovides a forum in which students who appear to have broken the rules orare otherwise at odds with the community can be heard by their peers. TheSRB also occasionally considers disciplinary matters referred to it by theAssistant Dean. As a standing committee, its members are appointed by theStudent Polity. For more information, contact the Assistant Dean’s Office at ext. 6925.

Student Committee on Instruction (SCI)The SCI is designed to serve as a forum for the student body concerning academic issues. Members examine the St. John’s program, meet with potential tutors and set up events such as discussion panels and guerillaseminars. The SCI will also assist in the starting and promotion of certainstudy groups. Meetings are held on Tuesdays from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the PrivateDining Room.

Special thanks to the following instructors for their volunteer service

Penny Russell

Jorge Aigla

Krishnan Venkatesh

David Carl

Mary Anne Burke

Susan Patten

Mark Obenzinger

Bill Donahue

Julie Reahard