Tuesday, April 12, 2016

A new funding database called Grant Forward has arrived at SIUE to accommodate searches for external funding sources.

Attend a one-hour session where we will introduce participants to profile creation and basic search methods in the database. No previous experience with databases is required.

9:30-10:30 a.m.
Today
Alumni Hall, Room 1203

With Grant Forward, users have access to over 8,000 federal opportunities and 6,000 foundation opportunities in the arts, medical sciences, education, humanities, social sciences, business, technology, physical sciences, law and more. Saving searches makes it simple to return to and revise your search terms. In addition, researcher profiles allow one to search the extensive database for qualified collaborators.

Register now for the Office of Human Resources' Life To GO Series “A Helping Hand” presented by the American Red Cross.

Noon-1 p.m.
Today
Morris University Center, Mississippi-Illinois Room

If you are interested in disaster response, saving lives through blood drives, learning CPR, supporting our military and more then please attend our talk, presented by Marie Rantz. We will discuss how you can become a Red Cross volunteer, and how you can serve your campus and local community. Being a Red Cross volunteer helps build your resume, yourself and those around you!

This interactive talk will give insight on the activities of the American Red Cross, as well as give ideas on how you can improve work-life balance through helping others.

Seating is limited. Please RSVP by registering at rajohns@siue.edu. Bring your lunch! 

The School of Dental Medicine invites the SIUE campus community to attend the 2016 SDM Research Day and Student Table Clinic Exhibition being held today.

Dr. Sharon Gordon, the inaugural associate dean for research and chair of foundational sciences at the East Carolina School of Dental Medicine, will be the guest speaker. Dr. Gordon will present The Role of the Astute Clinician in Therapeutic Innovation.

1:15 p.m.
Today
Auditorium of the Center for Professional Advancement (Building 280)
SDM Alton campus

An opportunity to review outstanding student research presented during the 2016 SIU School of Dental Medicine Table Clinic Competition will be available in Roller Hall (Building 263) on the SDM Alton campus, immediately following the lecture presentation.

All guests are welcome.

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.

The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs has announced that the candidates for the position of associate dean/director of student conduct will present on emerging trends in student conduct on the following dates.

Jennifer Jones-Hall
9 a.m.
Wednesday, April 13
Student Success Center, Room 1203

Tamekia Scott
2:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 14
Student Success Center, Room 1201

Please update your calendars and join us for a NACADA AdvisorConnect online webinar presentation entitled, "Intersectionality: Understanding Our Students’ Multi-faceted Identities."

1-2 p.m.
Wednesday, April 13
Student Success Center, Room 1203

The Office of Human Resources will hold a Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) overview session for SIUE employees who supervise others and handle FMLA requests.

10:30-11:30 a.m.
Thursday, April 14
Morris University Center, Missouri Room

This session is intended for supervisors and above as we will cover the administrative duties, explain the employee benefits and discuss how this leave works in conjunction with our sick and vacation leaves.

The American Red Cross will host a blood drive on campus:

11-4 p.m.
Thursday, April 14th
Blood Mobile, Quad

Interim Chancellor Stephen Hansen's Open Forums to update the campus community on current events are set:

9 a.m. Friday, April 15, East St. Louis Center Multi-purpose Room

7:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 20, Supporting Services Auto Shop

12:15 p.m. Thursday, April 21, School of Dental Medicine Hoag Hall

Some of the topics will include:

• Summary of enrollment and retention
• Update on Academic Affairs such as new programs and dean searchers
• Budget update

A Call to Conscience, in collaboration with the SIUE Black Theater Workshop present:

Justice Too Long Delayed: A Celebration of Letter From Birmingham Jail
8 p.m.
Friday and Saturday, April 15-16
Missouri History Museum, Lee Auditorium

The performance is a cutting-edge interpretation of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s response to the critics of his presence in Birmingham, Alabama, in 1963. Using the Letter from Birmingham Jail as a backdrop, comparisons of issues of social justice during the civil rights and Black Lives Matter movements will be brought to light in a theatrical experience that is both entertaining and insightful.

Kathryn Bentley, associate professor in the SIUE Department of Theater and Dance, and Fannie Belle Lebby are directing. Student performers include Kenny Coleman, Ashley Dozier, Quincy Gordon, Timothy Tan, Justin Truman and stage manager Emma Hersom.

Members of the SIUE community will have an opportunity to hear from and speak to Sayyid Sameer Ali, an American Muslim member of the ulama. The ulama is the body of Muslim scholars who balance the exigencies of modern life with centuries of inherited scholarship on everything from the division of estates to the welfare of the heart.

12:30-1:45 p.m.
Tuesday, April 19
Vadalabene Center, Room 2003

Sayyid Sameer Ali is currently religious director for an Islamic community center in Milwaukee.

The presentation is brought to us by the Religious Studies Program and IS 354 'Islam and Politics."

Mark your calendar for the Library and Information Services (LIS) Symposium 2016, entitled, "Assessment in Libraries: Measuring Impact, Planning for Success."

1-3 p.m.
Tuesday, April 19
Lovejoy Library, Third Floor Conference Room

The Symposium will feature librarians with academic and library system perspectives who will share their library assessment knowledge and experiences.

Judy Geczi, instruction and liaison services librarian at Webster University, and Carol Mollman, assessment coordinator at Washington University Libraries in St. Louis, will provide a basic introduction to library assessment. They will define assessment, identify trends and share basic tools used to improve outcomes. They will also examine surveys and conclude the session with break-out discussions for participants to share and compare assessment activities for use in their own libraries.

Leslie M. Bednar, executive director of the Illinois Heartland Library System (IHLS), will discuss assessment techniques used within the past five years to “gauge member satisfaction with services, predict the success of expanded or new services and determine the feasibility of service locations.” Specific techniques employed include user surveys, long-range planning through focus groups and an interactive geographic information system.

This event is free and open to the general public. Light refreshments will be served.

Attend an information session with Foreign Service Officer Robert Neus and explore internship and fellowship opportunities with the U.S. Department of State.

Careers in the US Foreign Service
2:15 - Talk
Tuesday, April 19
Morris University Center, Illinois-Mississippi Room

Neus is the U.S. Department of State Diplomat in Residence for the Midwest, based at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

The U.S. Department of State is dedicated to protecting and strengthening America’s interests abroad and right here at home. So whether advocating for women’s rights throughout the world, explaining American foreign policy to citizens of other countries, or protecting U.S. embassies from security threats, you can make a difference with the U.S. Department of State.

The Office of Research and Projects division of the Graduate School is hosting a Sponsored Projects Forum:

2-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 20
Morris University Center, Mississippi Room

Any individuals involved in the sponsored research process, including faculty, department grant administrators and departmental financial managers are encouraged to attend. There will be multiple presentations covering every aspect of the sponsored research and award process.

Topics for this semester’s forum will include:

• HR Considerations in Sponsored Research: the hiring process on grants and the Affordable Care Act
• Public Access Requirements of Federal Funded Research and how Lovejoy Library can assist
• FISMA and the IT security requirement of Federal Funders
• ORP updates related to sponsored research

You’re invited to attend an evening of musical entertainment by Erin Bode:

6-9 p.m.
Saturday, May 14
Lovejoy Library, 1st Floor

Dinner and drinks will be provided by the 1818 Chophouse and there will be more than 70 autographed music-themed auction items, many of whom performed at the Mississippi River Festival.

Tickets are $45 each and seating is limited. Funds raised from the event will go to support Lovejoy Library’s collection development.

You can learn more about the event and get your tickets online at www.siue.edu/lovejoylibrary/NITS. For more information please contact Kyle Moore at kymoore@siue.edu or 650-2714.

If you are a recent grad or a working professional in the St. Louis area looking for an affordable, convenient master's degree program online or at night, we invite you to join us:

SIUE Applied Communication Studies Master's Program Recruiting Day
6-9 p.m.
Thursday, May 19
Ballpark Village, Crown Room of the Budweiser Brew House

Enjoy a great view of the Cardinals vs. Colorado Rockies game while you talk with SIUE faculty about the applied communications master’s degree with specializations in:

• Public Relations
• Corporate and Organizational Communication
• Health Communication
• Interpersonal Communication

We will be serving a light dinner with a cash bar. Wear your Cardinals (and SIUE Cougar) red! This is a FREE event, but please register early, as space is limited.

The SIUE applied communication studies faculty look forward to meeting you!

SIUE Women's Basketball has announced details on its annual summer camps being offered in the Vadalabene Center.

June 10 - Elite Camp
This camp runs from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and is open to players of all skill levels entering grades 9-12.

June 11-12 - Varsity Team Camp
This camp is varsity level competition and is open to all high school teams.

June 13-16 - All-Skills Day Camp
This camp is open to players entering grades 3-8. Campers can choose either the full-day option from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. or mornings only from 9 a.m.-noon.

June 17 - Shooting Camp
Players entering grades 3-8 will be in a session from 9 a.m. to noon. Players entering grades 9-12 will be in a session from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Register here!

There is a 20% discount for all SIUE faculty and staff when registering their daughter for SIUE girls summer basketball camps. Use promo code SIUE2016 when registering.