Delta Gamma Making a Difference

Delta Gamma, Kappa Chapter, hosted a philanthropic event called Anchor Splash. Anchor Splash is a major fundraiser of the Delta Gamma collegians. It is one of the most well recognized philanthropic fundraisers in the Greek world today. The event consisted of swimming relays, synchronized swimming, and a diving competition. Funds from this event support Delta Gamma's philanthropies; Service for Sight. To lead up to the event, Delta Gamma sold "do good" t-shirts and held a "Most Beautiful Eyes" competition. Over 200 people attended Anchor Splash and the $5,000 in proceeds went to aid to the blind. Go DG!

Special Olympic Athletes Show Off Their Dance Moves

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Unified Teams Making Unified Friends

(Lincoln, Neb.) With the addition of flag football to the 2010 Special Olympics USA National Games, Payton LaCivita took the opportunity to volunteer his time and talent by joining the Arizona unified flag football team.

As a “unified partner”, LaCivita, a college student at Arizona State, is just as much as part of the team as his teammates with intellectual disabilities.

LaCivita said, “Three years ago my high school coach asked me to come and help out with these guys. I volunteered then and I’ve been doing it ever since.”

The unified sports program started with an idea called “Project UNIFY”. According to the Special Olympics website, Project UNIFY’s goal is to “activate young people to develop strong communities where all young people are agents of change-fostering respect, dignity, and advocacy for people with intellectual disabilities by utilizing programs and initiatives of Special Olympics.”

The program creates special bonds among teammates. In the case of Marc Whatley, a 30-year old athlete from Tucson, Arizona, he has found a friend in LaCivita. Both are athletes. Both love football. Both had smiles reflecting on their win. It’s their similarities that bond them verses their differences.

Dustin Plunkett tells his story of survival and the importance of health screenings at the Games

(Lincoln, Neb.) Six years ago Dustin Plunkett didn’t know he had gum cancer. As a Special Olympics athlete, Dustin went to a Special Smiles screening, a program that provides dental checks to people with intellectual disabilities. The volunteer screener noticed Dustin’s teeth were in bad condition and urged him to see a local dentist. With his coach by his side, Dustin sought professional help. After surgery and routine check-ups, Dustin is now cancer free.

“If I would have waited two months longer,” Dustin said, “it would have spread everywhere, and I wouldn’t be here today.”

Dustin Plunkett kicked off the Young Athletes Demonstration Monday morning at the Pershing Center. Dustin is a passionate and professional speaker with an inspiring story of cancer survival.

Dustin was chosen one of 12 International Global Messengers for the Worldwide Special Olympics. With this opportunity, he has traveled as far as China to speak to 100,000 people with NBA star, Yoa Ming. Dustin is humbled to have been selected as an IGM, but quickly says that he is first and foremost an athlete. Although he is not participating in the 2010 Special Olympics USA National Games, he is excited to begin training for his events when he competes in Southern California.

When asked about his favorite event, golf, Dustin said, “It teaches me patience. If you have a bad shot, you’ve got to forget about it and just move on. That’s what helps me in my everyday life and my job.”

Chairman of Special Olympics, Tim Shriver stated, “Special Olympics is not only in the business of sport, it is in the business of changing lives.” And that is just what it did for Dustin Plunkett.

Finger In The Nose

Okay, how cute is this?! And the French brand name, "Finger In The Nose" is all too appropriate. "Finger In The Nose" is perfect for emerging mini-fashionistas with their rock n' roll attitude and laid back style.

13th Street. The Action and Suspense Channel-Hamburg

I found this ad on thecoolhunter.net. There were tons of ads that were very interesting, but this one specifically caught my eye, and for good reason. To promote the Crime and Thriller Channel on 13th street, the bathroom of a nightclub in Hamburg, Germany was especially made. Upon entering the room, the lights suddenly go out. Black lights turn on revealing a bloody crime scene on the floor and walls. Then on the mirror it says, "See what others don't see. 13TH STREET. The Action and Suspense Channel."

If I happened to walk into a bathroom to find this, I probably wouldn't even make it to the stall in time to do my duty. Not only is this engaging the target audience, but the fear factor being used causes people to talk about it. Soon enough, word will spread about the bathroom advertisement and people may come to the nightclub just to experience it for themselves. This is a method of advertising that is so rare and intriguing, it is bound to leave an astonishing mark...if not a puddle on the floor.

My Resume

Emily German

Education:

Humphrey St. Francis High School

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

College of Journalism and Mass Communications & College of Fine and Performing Arts

Majors: Advertising and Art

GPA: 3.904 on a 4.0 scale

Work Experience:

America Reads/America Counts worker at Clinton Elementary

Self-Employed artist; 2007-present

Academic Honors and Awards:

Alpha Lambda Delta & Phi Eta Sigma member

State Speech-Oral Interpretation of Drama Champion 2008 & 2009

-Oral Interpretation of Drama 3rd place 2007

-Oral Interpretation of Poetry 4th place 2008 & 2009

-Team Champions 2008 & 2009

State One-Act-Outstanding Actress & Team Champions 2007

State Track-Triple Jump 3rd place (school record holder) & Team Runner-up 2009

Best in Category Conference Art Show-received 24 times 2006-2009

State Volleyball Runner-up 2006 & 2007

Academic All-State in speech, track, and volleyball 2007, 2008, 2009

2008 Homecoming Queen

All-Conference Volleyball First Team & All-State Volleyball Honorable Mention 2008

President's Education Awards Program: Outstanding Academic Excellence

Leadership & Service:

Nursing Home Volunteer 2009-present

Power of the Purse volunteer (raising money for Cedars) 2009

Diabetes Gala volunteer (auction to raise money for diabetes research)

Community Character Development Coalition Mentor 2007-2009: speak to middle schools and high schools about making good decisions.

Dance Marathon & Relay for Life

Mandated Lector and Eucharistic Minister for Mass 2007-present

Jesus Christ Camp Counselor 2007, 2008

Teens Encounter Christ Camp Counselor 2008, 2009

Volunteer and Blood Donor: Red Cross Blood Drive 2007, 2008, 2009

High School Activities:

Student Government-Senior Class President & Sophmore Class Treasurer

Varsity Volleyball-Letter Winner 2006-2008, Varsity Captain 2008

National Honor Society-Member 2007-2009

Future Business Leaders of America-Historian 2008-2009

Campus Ministry-Member 2005-2009, Retreat Group Leader 2007 & 2008

Varsity One-Act Play-Letter Winner 2005-2008

Varsity Speech-Letter Winner 2005-2009

Varsity Track-Letter Winner 2007-2009

Humphrey Youth for Christ-Member 2008, 2009

Teens For Life-Vice President 2008-2009, Events Committee 2007-2008, Class Representative 2005-2006

St. Francis Dance Team-Member 2005-2009

UNL Activities:

Delta Gamma sorority member-Anchor Games Philanthropy Co-Director, Bulletin Boards Leader

Nebraska Human Resources Institute-Leadership Development Project

Newman Center Member and Bible study member

References available upon request

What my "brand" is all about

My Values:

I value my hardworking attitude and my consideration towards my ideal. My ideal is who I am striving to become, my best self. It is how I envision life and its meaning. I am constantly working to become more outgoing, more creative, more empathetic, more respectful, more faith-filled, and more honest. I purposefully step across my comfort zone because I know that it will help me reach my ideal. I value myself, and what I stand for.

Some Things I Love:

I love the Big Man upstairs. I love my family and friends. I love meeting new people. I love spring, flowers, the smell of rain lingering in the air. I love doodling. I love love love sports, especially volleyball. I love pictures; taking pictures, being in pictures. If a camera is around, I light up. I love organization. I love clothes that most people would think were very strange. I love challenging myself with a goal, and the feeling when I accomplish it. I love giving gifts. I love living. I love laughing. I love loving.

Some Things I Hate:

I hate when people text during church. Being stressed, rushed, and late are all things that I cannot stand. I hate worrying because I do it too much. And I hate that nasty thing called cancer.

I Am Insanely Great At:

I found my niche in creativity. Through art I can channel my thoughts and feelings through a paintbrush onto canvas with ease. Speaking in front of a crowd is a breeze for me. I am great at including others and making them feel welcome. I am a very accepting and understanding person.

I Am Most Proud Of:

My accomplishments. I am a state medalist in speech, one-act, volleyball, and track. I am also almost too proud of my older sister, Natalie. As a Harvard grad student she is on her way towards finding a cure for Alzheimer's diseases. My hero. :)

Who I Want To Be:

I want to reach my ideal and be remembered.

What Is Important And Valuable To Me:

My faith is so important to me. It keeps me sane. It comforts me. It gives me direction. It helps me to let go, and keep living.

I Would Like To Be Known For:

Always being a friend. When people hear my name, I want them to smile.

Hello all...

My name is Emily and I am a freshman an the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with an Advertising-Art double major. I grew up in the small town of Humphrey, NE. Never heard of it? Most people haven't, but I must say, it's pretty much bomb.com. In high school I was involved in practically everything, but I found my passions in volleyball, art, and keepin' it real with the "Big Man Upstairs".

My hardworking attitude has carried over to my college career, and if you know me, you are well aware of the fact that I am never "just relaxing". Studies, Delta Gamma, working at an elementary school, intramural games, art projects, and just life in general constantly keep me busy, but I am lovin' it...because I am livin' the life!

Advertising 251

As an assignment for my advertising class we were asked to set up our own blog. Well, here we go...still unsure of what exactly I should write about. So, I'll do what I always do in awkward situations: tell a joke.

What do you call a nosy pepper?

Jalapeno business!!