Friday, March 11, 2016

SIUE Interim Chancellor Stephen Hansen will report to the University community on the results of the SIUE congress:

10 a.m.
Monday, March 14
Morris University Center Meridian Ballroom

"As you are well aware, the University is at a critical juncture where resources, growth, and program expansion all dictate different courses of action," said Hansen. "I hope you will be able to join us when I present the Action Plans developed by the SIUE congress. These plans are important for the University, as they provide us with a way forward for this year and next."

The Department of Teaching and Learning in the School of Education, Health and Human Behavior is offering a new online master’s program option in adult education.

This new program option is a series of online courses available in the master’s in curriculum and instruction. This option is designed to integrate the adult leader’s past and future work experience, including career and technical education.

The first course, AD ED 522 Program Planning in Adult and Continuing Education, begins Monday, March 14. This eight-week online course is designed to enhance the leadership and teaching skills for those who teach adults in a variety of work-related settings. 

No K-12 teaching licensure or certification is required for AD ED 522 or the adult education program option. Students may enroll in one course or choose a master’s degree option in adult education. Prior learning credit may be available.

Several courses are offered through a partnership with the Southern Illinois Professional Development Center, which is housed at SIUE.

Contact Angie White, Caroline Pryor or Stephanie McAndrews  for more information and to register.

The Employee Recognition Program Award is an esteemed accolade bestowed on an employee who epitomizes the University’s core values in his/her daily work. The employee is engaged in accomplishing the mission of the University and routinely exceeds the call of duty. Do you work alongside someone who has a strong commitment toward achieving excellence in their work? 

Why not nominate them for the Employee Recognition Program award? The program is designed to recognize civil service and professional staff employees for their exceptional accomplishments and service to our community. Employees may be nominated for this prestigious award by faculty, staff or students. The nomination must be made or supported by the immediate supervisor.  

More information regarding rewards, nomination criteria and the nomination form can be obtained Employee Recognition.

Nominations are due in the Office of Human Resources by close of business Wednesday, March 16 to be eligible for the April award.

Since employees may receive the award only once, please contact Maria Marmolejo at 650-2127 before submitting a nomination.

The Friends of Art along with the SIUE Department of Art and Design will hold its 39th annual Art Auction:

6 p.m. doors open
7 p.m. bidding begins
Wednesday, March 16
Art West Gallery
Art and Design West Building

The 2016 auction will offer original artworks donated by faculty, visiting artists, alumni, friends and advanced students. Additional work will be available to the highest bidder in a silent auction.

To view images of the artwork to be auctioned, visit Friends of Art SIUE on Facebook or attend a preview in the gallery from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday, March 15 and from noon-4 p.m. Wednesday, March 16.

Tickets are $7 for the general public at the door. Admission is free to all students and those who have donated works for the auction, as well as members of Friends of Art.

Free food and a cash bar will be provided. Free parking will be provided in Lot B (SIUE’s visitor’s lot).

For more information, visit siue.edu/artsandsciences/art/friends.shtml, Friends of Art SIUE Facebook or friendsofart.siue@yahoo.com.

Help the SIUE Alumni Association reach their goal of raising $10,000 for scholarships, travel programs and local programming for dedicated alumni.

Mark your calendar for the SIUE Alumni Association Trivia Night:
6 p.m. doors open
7 p.m. trivia starts
Saturday, March 19
Lovejoy Library

Register your table of 10 for $250 today. There is a limit of 30 tables, so sign up fast. Register here. 

Teams will compete for cash prizes ($500 first place, $250 second place).

Also featured will be silent auctions, a 50/50 raffle, an open beer/wine bar and more! 

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or volunteering at this event, contact Cathy Taylor at (618) 650-5176 or cattayl@siue.edu.

The next scheduled New Employee Orientation for newly hired employees is:

8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Friday, March 25
Morris University Center Mississippi-Illinois Room

Employees who have not had a formal orientation are also encouraged to attend.

You must register in order to guarantee a spot in orientation. Register here.

Please register by Monday, March 21.

Supervisors are asked to register their new employees who do not have access to this e-mail.

For more information, contact Maria Marmolejo at 650-2127 or mmarmol@siue.edu.