FOR THE RECORD: Out with the old...not quite.

I know, I know. It's back. That means late nights (for studying), long waits (for books) and early mornings (8 a.m. classes). Yet, not one of those things really bothers me.

If there's one thing that I really don't like about starting a new semester, it's losing touch with some of your friends from last semester. Sure, you may not have been extremely close, but you always sat next to one another during your class and had the occasional study session or lunch outing.

What I'm trying to say is while try not to lose touch with old classmates. It can be hard—conflicting schedules, commuting, works...you get the point. Yet, try and set aside time to keep in touch with one another. Set aside an hour for a coffee break. Make plans to go on an excursion in the city. Instead of wondering what ever happened to so-and-so, keeping in touch will allow you to call them up and find out what they're doing over the weekend.

- Brittany Sturges, Temple '08


***Save the Date: Monday, January 21st
MLK Day 2008: A Day ON, Not A Day OFF

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day...Despite popular opinion, it's not just about no class and killer sales. It's about a man who never took a day off, and about living up to a legacy of caring for our communities.

So why not do something a little different this year? Campus Philly can show you how. www. campusphilly.org/mlkday

GREATER PHILADELPHIA
STUDENT FILM FESTIVAL

The 3rd annual Greater Philadelphia Student Film Festival will be accepting submissions through Friday February 1st, WITH NO SUBMISSION FEE!

Finalists will have their films screened in front of hundreds of adoring fans at the GPSFF Awards Ceremony in March and the winning films will be screened in the Philadelphia Film Festival in April!

Late submissions may be sent in by February 15th but require a $10 late fee. For submission guidelines, please go to www.gpsff.com. Any questions, email GPSFF@GPSFF.com.

What is University Square?

Campus Philly wants to know what you think. Your participation in this survey will enter you to win a "Night Out in University Square". We will arrange a trip for you and a friend or two to University Square to shop, dine, and hang.

One winner will receive a $250 value customized package to a restaurant, shop, and entertainment venue of their choice! Go HERE to fill out the survey now!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Friday, January 11
Promise of Redemption
Shane of Valencia will be performing as Promise of Redemption, with a special acoustic set; Triangle Shirt Factory and Kenny from the Starting Line will also perform.

Ice Skating at the Blue Cross River Rink
The Blue Cross River Rink, located on the riverfront, is back for another season. Get ready to have fun with their daily skating sessions, as well as holiday events and special DJ/karoake performances on weekends.


Saturday, January 12
Desoto Jones' CD Release
Local alt-rockers, Desoto Jones, will celebrate the release of their new CD, Aurora with a special all-ages release party. Also performing will be Running Red Lights, New Liberty and The Glory Days.

Big D & the Kids Table
Boston ska rockers, Big D & the Kids Table, will headline the Steady Riot Tour; Whole Wheat Bread,Giving Chase and Last Martyrs of a Lost Cause will also perform.


Sunday, January 13
The Down Low
Local band, The Down Low, will headline; Shapes N Stars, Avastion, The Leane, Fairweather Friends and Cyphor will also perform.

"Jeffrey"
This award-winning, off-Broadway production is the story of Jeffrey, a gay actor and waiter, who has decided to take a celibate route after too many disagreements about what qualifies as "safe" sex with his partners. Yet, after he swears off sex, Jeffrey meets his perfect guy, who is HIV-positive.


Monday, January 14
Movie Mondays Presents Eagle vs. Shark
Come celebrate the DVD release of the movie, Eagle vs. Shark, with this special screening and a costume party!

Jazz Open Mic Night
Legendary pianist, Mike Frank will host the free open mic night. You can get on stage and perform or sit back, relax and enjoy.


Tuesday, January 15
Cheers Elephant
Local psychedelic rockers, Cheers Elephant will perform as part of a Tuesday night residency at the Khyber; When Cars Ascend, The Danger Os and Charles Latham will also perform.


Wednesday, January 16
Man Like Machine
Electro indie band, Man Like Machine will headline; Tremor, Powers, Bear Number 141 and Withou Parachute will also perform.

Lewis and Clark Revisited: A Trail in Modern Day
Photographer Greg MacGregor retraced the path of Lewis and Clark to see the present state of their historic route. Sixty of his dramatic black and white photographs will be on display. They are paired with the images and entries from the Lewis and Clark journals.

Thursday, January 17
Anthony from Bayside
Singer/songwriter, Anthony Raneri of Bayside will perform a solo acoustic set; The Bombers will also perform.

Stand Up Thursdays
Need a laugh? Want to hear the jokes of some of comedy's newest talents? Well then, Stand Up Thursdays is just what you need! Please note: 18+ I.D. is required.

THINK RINK! Blue Cross RiverRink

Skate to the music of live bands —or just play video games, eat, and drink hot cocoa. The rink also offers lessons, parties, group outings, & fundraisers for student organizations!

Receive $2 off with your Campus Philly tag or this e-mail (valid all season long, excluding Holiday week).

Blue Cross RiverRink is now located at Columbus Blvd. and Market St. It is open 7 days a week, through March 2, 2008. For directions & more info, check out: www.riverrink.com.

DISCOUNTS

THE CAMPUS PHILLY DISCOUNT PROGRAM will save you money at many great locations in and around the city. Go to the Campus Philly Discounts Page to see a full list.


Philly Fun Guide
Get 1/2 price tickets with PhillyFunGuide. Check out this week's Funsavers HERE!

Comedy Sportz, Adrienne Theatre - 2030 Sansom Street
Philadelphia's premiere improvisational comedy troupe can have you laughing until it hurts. Looking for something fun and different this Saturday night? Come see ComedySportz. $12 Student Tickets available. For more info., go to www.comedysportzphilly.com