Tuesday, March 22, 2016

11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Today
Morris University Center, Center Court

We will offer a variety of exercises used to bring awareness of disability.

We encourage faculty and students to participate. In addition, participants may be eligible to receive an IPad Mini!

For more information, contact Monique Stroud, teaching assistant, at mowilli@siue.edu.

The last candidate for the School of Engineering Dean position, Sanjeev Kumar, will give a presentation at an open forum:

10:15 a.m.
Today
Engineering Building room 1033

Dr. Kumar is currently the chair of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.

Daniel Smithiger, instructor of percussion and director of basketball bands in the Department of Music, will present a Faculty Percussion Recital.

7:30 p.m.
Tonight
Dunham Hall

Smithiger will be assited by Dr. Emily Truckenbrod and Ryan Helenthal.

Explore the night sky in all its glory during SIUE Astronomy Viewing Sessions, every even-dated Tuesday at the William C. Shaw Skylab on the north edge of campus (GPS: 38.809270, -89.993801).

8:30 p.m.
Today

This event is open to the public and hosted by Dr. Tom Foster.

This event is weather dependent, please call (618) 650-3049 after 6 p.m. to see if the event is taking place, or sign up for updates through the online calendar.

SIUE faculty, staff, students are invited to attend for free, this week's Lifelong Learning Program presentations. The cost is $5 for the general public to attend on campus presentations.

The future of Kurdistan is presented by Dr. Denise DeGarmo, associate professor of political science. Kurdistan, made up of parts of Turkey, Iraq, Iran, Armenia and Syria, is home to one of the largest ethnic groups in West Asia, the Kurds. Known for its oil in the Iraqi Kurdistan region and as a bulwark against the expansion of the so-called Islamic State, what does the success of Iraqi Kurdistan mean for Kurds in the surrounding region?

10:30–11:45 a.m.
Wednesday, March 23
Morris University Center, Oak-Redbud Room

Cherokees on Their Forced Removal or “Trail of Tears” through Illinois in 1838-39 is presented by Dr. Rowena McClinton, professor in the Department of Historical Studies. Eye-witness accounts from the diary of Reverend Daniel Sabin Butrick and his wife Elizabeth, the only Anglo-Americans allowed to accompany the Cherokees on their forced journey west, unfold the challenges, heroism and dire straits Cherokees encountered along this 61 mile route through severe weather in a southern Illinois winter. The vagaries of U.S. policy makers and the background of the 1830 Indian Removal Bill passed by Congress that forced the Cherokees’ removal from several southeastern states will also be discussed.

1:15–2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 23
SIUE Center for Spirituality and Sustainability

Giant Lasers will be presented by Dr. Jack Glassman, Associate Professor of Physics. Large scale, high power lasers have intrigued people since the very first lasers were invented, more than fifty years ago. We will learn about the basic features and design strategies of the highest power lasers and their applications and uses. For this talk, no knowledge of physics is assumed. Join us to learn all about these awe-inspiring giant lasers.

9:30–10:30 a.m.
Thursday, March 24
Main Street Community Center, 1003 N. Main Street, Edwardsville

More details about the presentations can be found online at Lifelong Learning Programs or contact Patty Bade with the SIUE Office of Educational Outreach at 618-650-3985 or pbade@siue.edu.

The History Research Brown Bag series is pleased to host Dr. Jeffrey Manuel's sabbatical presentation: "Gasohol Goes to Washington: Alcohol Fuel and American Energy Policy, 1977-1986".

Noon
Friday, March 25
Peck Hall room 3117

Brown bags are open to the public. Bring lunch and a friend and enjoy learning about a new topic.

Plan to attend the 20th Annual Graduate School Spring Symposium.

9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 29
Morris University Center

Watch for upcoming issues of The Researcher for more information on Symposium events such as Graduate Student Poster Presentations, Scholarly Activity SLAM, Speed Networking, The Paul Simon Outstanding Teacher-Scholar Award Luncheon, The Chancellor’s Researcher Reception and more.

Sign up for SIUE Research News at The SIUE Researcher.

The Office of Human Resources' Life To GO Series Presents: “Nature’s Invitation” presented by The Watershed Nature Center.

Noon-1:00 p.m.
Tuesday, March 29
Morris University Center, Missouri Room

Register today! Seating is limited so please RSVP by registering at: rajohns@siue.edu.

The Watershed Nature Center is home to more than 40 acres of prairie, forest, and wetland habitats. The center features paved walking trails, a raised marsh walk and a welcome center. The Watershed is dedicated to providing environmental education, passive recreation, and enjoyment of native habitats for Edwardsville and surrounding communities.

Bring your lunch and your listening ears as Watershed Director of Programming Eve Drueke presents an interactive talk on how exposure to nature effects our ability to relax, heal, focus and learn, as well as ways to use nature to enrich different areas of our everyday lives.

For more information, or if you have questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 618-650-2190.

Summer is approaching, and SIUE’s Office of Human Resources wants to help you get ready! We will be hosting the Summer Camp Showcase:

11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Wednesday, March 30
Morris University Center, Meridian Ballroom

At the Summer Camp Showcase, SIUE employees can meet and greet representatives with summer programs, including those being offered by SIUE, as well as by businesses from the surrounding area. We welcome you to use this time to talk with camp staff and explore the options available for your child this summer! With a wide variety of camps, your child will be able to find a program that he or she will love!

If you don’t already have plans for the children in your life, the Summer Camp Showcase is the perfect opportunity to begin!

If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 650-2190 or email Bonnie Brueggemann at bbruegg@siue.edu.

Volunteer judges are needed for the regional Science and Engineering Research Challenge (SERC) at SIUE.

8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 2
SIUE Student Activity Center, located in the Student Fitness Center

More than 250 regional students from grades 5-12 participate in the SERC. Projects take advantage of a child's natural curiosity, stimulate the imagination and encourage independent critical thinking, all while enabling students to understand that science is an integral part of life. The competition helps students advance their thinking, confidence and interest in STEM.

To be successful, the SERC requires more than 200 judges. Experience in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) is preferred, but not required. Judges training, a continental breakfast and light lunch will be provided on the day of the event.

Click here to register as a volunteer judge!

For more information, please contact STEM Resource Center Manager Colin Wilson at colwils@siue.edu or 650-3500.

The Chancellor’s Council is pleased to invite you to a celebration in YOUR honor!

Please join us for GAME DAY: TEAM SIUE

11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, April 13
Morris University Center, Meridian Ballroom and adjoining patio

There will be games and laughter as we celebrate the end of another successful school year. We’ve also put in an order for sunshine!

Please bring your Cougar ID Card in order to enter into the grand prize drawing. During the week of April 4-9, the Morris University Center Cougar Store will be offering 20% off Cougar clothing that is not already on sale. Present your University ID to take advantage of the deal! Please feel free to wear your SIUE apparel to the event along with your nametag.

Since this year’s theme is GAME DAY: TEAM SIUE, there will be a ballpark menu— brats, black bean burgers, watermelon, pretzel bites and more —along with a number of games and activities.

Campus departments have donated great prizes for a random drawing distribution. These will be on display at the lunch, and will be distributed following the event. You do not need to be present to win.

This year’s festivities will, again, include a photo montage of our departments, available for viewing during the reception. Your help in providing a photo for inclusion in the montage would be appreciated! Please submit photos to Dan Frierdich at dfrierd@siue.edu by April 1. Pictures can be from departmental events during the past year, or feel free to come up with something new and creative.

For those supervisors with employees who have limited access to email, please pass this information along to them so they can join us, or call ext. 2475 to request a flyer for posting.

Free parking will be available in Lot B from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

We hope you’ll take advantage of this opportunity to visit with us and with your colleagues in a fun, relaxed atmosphere as we celebrate all you do for SIUE.

Thank you!
Steve Hansen, Denise Cobb, Kenn Neher, Rachel Stack and Jeffrey Waple