Wednesday, April 20, 2016

The Office of Human Resources will hold a Workers Compensation (WC) overview session for SIUE employees who supervise others and handle WC requests.

10-11 a.m.
Today
Morris University Center, Willow Room

This session is intended for supervisors and above, as we will cover the administrative duties, explain the employee benefits and discuss the overall procedure that should be followed in case of an injury.
 
Registration is required so that sufficient materials and space will be available. Please RSVP to Tayanna Crowder, benefits counselor, at tcrowde@siue.edu. Include your name, 800-number (Banner/University ID), job title, department and the number of staff you supervise. You will receive a confirmation email upon registration.

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

2-3:30 p.m.
Today
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

SIUE's Department of Theater and Dance will present The Trojan Women in Dunham Hall Theater:

7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 20-Saturday, April 23

2 p.m.
Sunday, April 24

Tickets cost $12 for adults and $10 for seniors, non-SIUE students, and SIUE retirees, alumni, faculty and staff. SIUE students with a valid I.D. get in free, and all seating is general admission.

Enjoy the spring weather by joining Campus Recreation for free outdoor yoga:

5:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 21
In front of Birger Hall

Everyone is welcome! Mats will be provided. Please contact Amanda Couch at amcouch@siue.edu with any questions.

Come out and join us the U.S. Army ROTC for a 5k Fun Run:

6:30 a.m. - arrival
6:45 a.m. - run begins
Friday, April 22
Parking Lot A, near the walking/bike trail

The first 50 people to show up will get a free t-shirt and/or a free water bottle/shaker bottle.

The Office of Human Resources' Life To GO Series invites you to attend “Protect Yourself from Identity Theft” presented by Regions.

Noon-1 p.m.
Thursday, May 5
Morris University Center, Meeting Room A, second floor

Everyone doesn’t have a twin, learn how to protect yourself from impostors. At Regions, we strive to provide you with the guidance you need to help you reach your financial goals and protect your assets. At this seminar, you’ll learn practical, day-to-day financial fundamentals that are designed to help you gain more control over your money.

• We’ll answer your questions and assist you with the important financial decisions that matter to you.
• We will cover examples of how to protect yourself specifically in the St. Louis Metro East Area.
• Plus real life examples of cases we have seen, how to spot skimming devices and social media attacks.

Register, bring your lunch and join us as we learn how to stay protected from identity theft and minimize our risk to of being financially hacked.

For additional information please visit www.regions.com.

Seating is limited. Please RSVP by registering at rajohns@siue.edu.

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

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 Mississippi River Festival-Revisited! concert series is set for May through July at venues on the SIUE campus. The three-concert series is sponsored by TheBank of Edwardsville and presented by Carmen Concerts.
 
The series begins Saturday, May 21, when Pure Prairie League and original vocalist Craig Fuller play at the Meridian Ballroom in the Morris University Center.
 
Tickets for Pure Prairie League are priced at $30, $40 and $50 (VIP seating), and are available at www.ticketreturn.com. Future concerts in the series will be announced soon.
 
For more information on The Mississippi River Festival-Revisited! concert series, visit carmenconcerts.com or call 618-670-3394.

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!