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Cherub Newsletter available

2010-01-21T15:48:00.003-06:00

The first volumn of "Cherubs They Ain't" is available to all past cherubs, faculty and staff of the Communication divisions. (RTVF, Speech, Debate, Drama, Theatre, Screenwriting, Media Arts, Coon-Hardy, Lincoln-Douglas etc.). Send an email to nhsi@northwestern.edu with your name, email address, cherub year and division to receive a copy and get on the list to receive future editions.

Longtime Debate Coach, Scott Deatherage, dies at age 47.

2010-01-05T08:47:00.002-06:00

It is with great sadness that we report that Scott Deatherage, past Director of our Debate Divisions, passed away on December 25, 2009.
Named 'Debate Coach of the Decade,' Scott will always be remembered for his patient, passionate guidance of hundreds of young debaters from the National High School Institute and Northwestern University. We will miss our friend and colleague greatly!!

More information regarding his passing and memorial can be found at www.northwestern.edu/nhsi
www.northwestern.edu/newscenter/stories/2009/12/deatherage.html
and
www.urbandebate.org/inmemoryofscottdeatherage.shtml

2009-10-20T11:59:00.001-05:00

2010 dates are set

Program dates for 2010 are as follows:
Journalism - June 27 to July 30
Music - June 27 to July 30
Film & Video - June 27 to July 31
Theatre Arts - June 27 to August 1
Musical Theatre - June 27 to August 14
Debate - July 11 to August 7
Speech - TBA

CORRECTION!

2009-02-05T09:10:00.002-06:00

Sorry for the confusion, but it's been decided that only students who have completed their JUNIOR YEAR (AND BEYOND) will be allowed to apply for our Faculty Associate positions.

Terribly sorry if this means you'll have to wait until next year, but just imagine how EXCITING THAT YEAR WILL BE!

Ok, that's all for today.

FA Update!

2009-02-03T10:32:00.004-06:00

Helllllooooo cherubs! Quick update for those of you interested in applying to be an FA in any one of our programs:

THE DEADLINE IS QUICKLY APPROACHING.

also:

WE LOVE YOU.

Second announcement aside, the deadline for FA applications is Feb. 27th - a mere 24 days away! I've also been asked for a bit of clarification on an earlier post concerning potential FA's. It is not entirely unheard of for students who have completed their SOPHOMORE, JUNIOR, or even SENIOR years to be accepted as FA's.

If you, in fact, fall into one of those categories - don't be deterred in applying! Again -

WE LOVE YOU.

In Forum happenings, there is a nnnneeeeewww poll question! Guess correctly! Be the envy of every Jack and Jane on your block! Fabulous prizes*! All these things can be yours!

And, as always, any questions can be sent to nhsi@northwestern.edu .

*Fabulous prizes may not entirely "exist." But won't you have a great sense of accomplishment? Wouldn't you say that, in itself, is QUITE A PRIZE??

And the answer is...

2009-01-29T09:27:00.003-06:00

Garnishing only 3 correct votes - I KNEW I WAS A ZOMBIE WHEN!!

Believe it or not, the other three were actual titles dreamed up by our imaginative students.

"Mayor McMonkey" (1992) was written and directed by Ryan Thompson and John Hoelle and ends in a dramatic shootout in the Campus Drive parking garage.

"Jakob: Swedish Sex Object Phenomenon," (1997) written by Sam Mestman, proves that if you wear a baby blue suit, a Burger King crown, carry a cane, and walk around to the music of the BeeGee's, you TOO you can be the envy of every Jack and Jane on the block.

"Oh My God! It's Raining Toothpicks," (1998) was directed by Matthew Solmos. Shot on 16mm film, this project depicts a girl who slowly duct tapes herself to a stop sign. What's the deeper meaning? We're calling on Matt to tell us!

CAN YOU BELIEVE IT TO BE TRUE?

Back When I Was A Cherub....

2009-01-26T11:40:00.004-06:00

Mark Heiser sent us this great class photo and a shot of students at Great America. If you know anyone in these photographs (or YOU'RE in the photograph), we'd love for you to contact us at nhsi@northwestern.edu.

The photo above surfaced from the NHSI class of '41. Some alum have already been identified. If you know who any of the the others are, e-mail us with their names at nhsi@northwestern.edu.

It's December!

2008-12-11T11:52:00.003-06:00

And I don't know what it's like where YOU are, but here in Chicago it's cold and snowy (though some of us like it).

Quick update for the 2008 Theatre Arts Cherubs - the picture books have arrived! They look great, and will be the perfect way for you to remember your time here a few months ago. We're in the process of shipping those (Ruth is addressing the boxes as I type this), so expect you'll be receiving them soon.

Also, I wanted to share with everybody a couple quick spots for you to check out on YouTube. They're nationally broadcast commericals and each feature a former cherub! Coincidentally, both are Theatre cherubs from 2003 (BEST YEAR EVER, boo-yah!).

The first one is for Kay Jewelers, and the featured cherub is Ben Rappaport (he's the guy.)

Kay Jewelers :30 spot

The second is for US Cellular, and Reggie Gowland plays the oh-so-smitten, call-happy boyfriend.

...ok, so this one doesn't seem to be on YouTube. I saw it on TV the other day and talked to another cherub about it. When it gets posted, we'll make sure all the cherub alum can see it and support.

ANSWER TO PREVIOUS POLL QUESTION: 35% of voters correctly identified...OHIO as the average leading sender of students. Guessed wrong? Don't worry! Try your luck with this week's poll!

Former Cherub has movie released!

2008-11-18T11:43:00.003-06:00

Hey everybody! Slow week here at NHSI as we continue to prepare for the sending out of applications in the next couple months.

I wanted to quickly give you some info about the release of a feature-length animated movie, produced, written, and directed by 1987(? Yeah? I'll have to double check on that year) media arts cherub - Marc Adler. Of course, we are always incredibly proud of everything our former students do, but we wanted to make special mention of Marc's movie - titled Delgo - because it's scheduled for a nationwide release on December 12th.

Official Film Site

Delgo on IMDb

This project has some big-name talent, including Freddie Prinze Jr., Anne Bancroft, Val Kilmer, and Jennifer Love Hewitt. We whole-heartedly encourage all cherub alum to support the success of a fellow student!

I imagine we here at the NHSI office will be seeing the movie shortly after its release here in Evanston. If anyone would like to join us, shoot us an email at nhsi@northwestern.edu and we'll make an outing of it!

And once again, for the success of his film, we offer our sincerest congratulations to Marc and all those who worked on Delgo!

We want to know where you are!

2008-11-07T13:06:00.003-06:00

Ok folks, it's been requested by several people (and if you saw my facebook message you'll know what I'm about to request) that we compile a list of networks where cherubs can be found. This is the first step in coordinating cherub get-togethers, dinners, etc. Obviously this is a completely voluntary thing, so if you don't want to get involved, you shouldn't feel any pressure to.

What we need from you is: University attended AND/OR networks you belong to (cities, regions, or countries if we have cherubs abroad!) . All you need to do is leave a comment on this post with the info, or you can send it to nhsi@northwestern.edu where we can find it as well.

This list could serve a number of functions. For example, if, over the next few months, we note that a former Theatre Arts cherub is being featured in a show in Chicago, we can say, "Calling all Chicago cherubs! Let's see a show!" Or, let's say that a former Journalism cherub is having an article or essay published in a northeastern regional publication. We can let all the cherubs up there know to check it out. That's one of the purposes of setting up this alumni network!

So get those locations in, if you want to kept up to date!

PS - if you're involved in a noteworthy event (play, publishing, etc.), LET US KNOW! We just had a former film cherub tell us about the premiere of an independent movie he produced coming up in December that will be here in Chicago. We'll get you more info about the movie when he sends us the website.

New Poll Question!

2008-10-23T16:21:00.002-05:00

In light of the recent discovery of Nose-flutes (found by unnamed NHSI office employees), an NHSI Nose-flute band has been formed. But we need your help in choosing a name! Our current repertoire includes these classic favorite songs:

-Iron Man
-Row, Row, Row Your Boat
-Oh La La, Quelle Famille!
-Carol of the Bells
-The Notre Dame Fight Song
-Retrouver Mon Chien
-Day Man
-Little Drummer Boy (Ruth, solo)
-The Andy Griffith Show theme song ('Let's Go To the Swimmin' Hole')

Let us know if there's any other song you'd like to hear us perform or that should be featured on our upcoming Holiday Album.

Wanna be an FA??

2008-10-21T10:37:00.005-05:00

Faculty Associate Applications

So. In response to those who want to know about our faculty associate positions (you know you want to be one), here is the the info we can give you now.

Applications will be due on Monday, March 2 (2009?? already??). So don't worry, you've got some time. We always love to have former cherubs apply, we think they make for the best FA's! Application availability will be posted here of course, but it probably won't be for another month or two. You'll be able to download those from the official website, conveniently listed at the top of this page, when they're ready.

It's important to note that FA's should ideally be in between their junior and senior years of college, but we have accepted younger ones in the past. So if you're in college and not going to graduate in 2009, you should apply!

On a completely unrelated note...

My fantasy football team emerged victorious this weekend, for only the second time this season. As the fantasy crowd cheered, the team dumped a fantastical jug of Gatorade on the fantastic coach. Fantastically.

Also, it's time for a new poll question! I have one in mind, but in spirit of a participatory Forum, if you have a suggestion, email it to nhsi@northwestern.edu . The most interesting question will be posted as a new poll (so make sure you give us answers to choose from as well) on Thursday morning!

Halloween Costume Update

2008-10-17T12:41:00.002-05:00

We here at the office have just been informed that Verna (Nick's 8-month old daughter of poll fame) will be trick-or-treating as a duck. Figured that would be sufficiently adorable for all of you.

Nick, of course, has decided to go as something complimenting the duck costume. "I'm thinking a hunter?" has been overheard.

Promotional Videos

2008-10-17T10:07:00.004-05:00

Hey everybody!

It's been great to see such a positive response to this blog! Definitely will make it easier to keep up with. For those of you who don't know yet, I (Max) have been busy this summer creating promotional videos for the theatre, film and video, and speech programs (the debate video is forthcoming I'll let you know when we finish it). So I wanted to share with you the videos I've completed so you can see a little more what the program is like! I'll get the speech one up after I finish it this weekend.

.....

Ok, so I tried uploading the file but it was taking waaaay too long. So here are the YouTube links:

Theatre Arts

Film and Video Production

There you go! Keep the comments coming!

News from cherub central

2008-10-16T14:15:00.000-05:00

The five week dates for summer 2009 have been set.
Theatre - June 28 to August 2
Film - June 28 to August 1
Music & Journalism- June 28 to July 31

Seven week musical theatre
June 28 to August 15

Stay tuned for more info.

Happy October!

2008-10-16T14:05:00.001-05:00

As you can see, our blog has taken on a festive Halloween-y feel in honor of the season "and the crispness of the air" (as put by an unnamed NHSI employee). So in the spirit of the month, let us know what your ideas are for Halloween costumes! We want to hear what clever, creative, and wacky suggestions you have for all the trick-or-treaters (and maybe some of us who are too old to go trick-or-treating but want to dress up anyway) out there.

And check out the new poll question uploaded. It's coming down to the wire in the Presidential election, let us know who you support!

Launching of the Blog

2008-10-16T12:28:00.001-05:00

Hello!

Welcome to The Cherub Forum - NHSI's newest source for all things Cherub. The Forum will be YOUR outlet for NSHI news, program updates, alumni relations, and much more.

Keep in touch with past, current, and fellow cherubs through our "Where are they now?" reports; Organize gatherings in your city or state with former students; Access hundreds of past cherub projects and plays through our video archives - now up on Youtube! Enjoy articles from guest columnists Barbara, Max, Nick, and Ruth, "holders of the fort" here at the Evanston office.

The bottom line: let us know what WE can do for YOU. Your experience here on Northwestern's campus was not the end of your life as a cherub. We want to make sure you get the most out of being a part of the NHSI family, so tell us what you'd like to see. Whether it's more extensive networking opportunities or even more programs NHSI could offer, we will do what we can for you.