Monday, Oct. 17, 2016

Solid Lines Productions presents: "Boy Gets Girl"

7 p.m.
Today
Morris University Center Meridian Ballroom

Solid Lines Productions will feature a staged reading of Rebecca Gilman's "Boy Gets Girl." The play is a fascinating and disturbing exploration of stalking, and how insidiously stalkers isolate their victims from friends, family and any other potential support systems in their life.

The reading will be followed by a talk-back with the actors, director, and a professional in the field of domestic and sexual violence.

Admission is free. In-kind donations for St. Martha's Hall will be accepted at the door of the performance. 

Viewing content is suitable for those 18 years old and older. Content may be disturbing to some audience members. Professional counselors will be present for the duration of the performance as a resource for anyone who seeks assistance.

Visit solidlinesproductions.com to find out what items St. Martha's Hall is requesting to support the women and children they serve.

SIU System President Randy Dunn will deliver his annual State of the System address:

10:30 a.m
Tuesday, Oct. 18
Morris University Center Meridian Ballroom

Everyone is invited to attend the presentation to hear what is happening on the three campuses (Carbondale, Edwardsville and Springfield). You also will have the opportunity to ask questions. Lunches-to-go will be available in the Goshen Lounge following the presentation.

If you would like to attend, please coordinate with your supervisor.

The Career Development Center will present its fall guest speaker, Andy Masters. Masters is a fun, engaging and interactive presenter. He will give the following two presentations on Tuesday, Oct. 18: 

Faculty and staff professional development opportunity -- “College Customer Service: Embracing the Student As Customer Trend” 
3-4 p.m.
Morris University Center, Conference Center (second floor)
Space is limited. RSVP to Carrie Smolar at csmolar@siue.edu.

Student presentation -- “Life After College,” based on Masters' book by the same title
5:30-7 p.m.
Morris University Center, Conference Center (second floor)
The first 40 students will receive a FREE copy of his book.

Space is limited. RSVP by calling the Career Development Center (CDC) at 618-650-3708.

For more information, call the CDC.

"The Greatest Show on Earth: Masculinity, Femininity, and the Performance of Gender” will be presented by Alison Reiheld, PhD, associate professor in the Department of Philosophy, and director of the Women’s Study Program. 
10:30-11:45 a.m.
Wednesday, Oct 19
Morris University Center, Illinois Room

We often think of gender as something we are born with, even as a key part of our identity. These may be part of gender, but some have argued gender is also, and maybe even mostly, a performance. Gender is a major part of who we are in nearly every culture on the globe. Is it the greatest show on earth?

“Plants in Space: How plant cells respond to life on the International Space Station” with Darron Luesse, PhD, associate professor and assistant chair in the Department of Biological Sciences. 
1:15-2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct 19
Morris University Center, Illinois Room

Because future long term space missions will rely on plants for food and oxygen, learn more about the journey that led Luesse and a colleague, Dr. Sarah Wyatt of Ohio Unviersity to a grant from NASA to investigate how plants adjust and cope with the stress of life in space.

The SIUE community of faculty, retired faculty, staff and students are always invited and may attend for FREE.
The cost is $5 for the public to attend.

For a complete synopsis about these and other upcoming presentations, please visit Lifelong Learning or contact Patty Bade at pbade@siue.edu or 650-3985.

We welcome your comments, questions, and participation in the program.

Explore the possibilities. Plan now to attend SIUE’s Graduate School Open House:

11 a.m.-1 p.m. or 5-7 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 19
Morris University Center Meridian Ballroom
Free parking!

Find out more about:
o SIUE’s 40+ graduate programs
o Graduate admission requirements
o Financial support
o Graduate assistantships and competitive graduate awards

Apply during the open house, and the $40 application fee will be waived!

Register here and learn more about Graduate School Open House.

Counseling Services will host a free introductory guided meditation:

1-2 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 19
Morris University Center, Internatinoal Room (second floor)

All are welcome to learn how breathing can reduce stress. The hour will include discussion and direct experience with how to meditate.

For more information, contact Lisa Thompson-Gibson at lithomp@siue.edu. 

 

Cheryl Hanvey, assistant to the provost, is the recipient of the October Employee Recognition Award. Cheryl was nominated by Interim Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Denise Cobb with support from Dr. Tom Jordan and Dr. Erin Behnen.

Please join us in congratulating Cheryl Hanvey as the Employee of the Month:

10 a.m.
Thursday, Oct. 20
Office of the Provost

You can also send Cheryl a congratulatory email to chanvey@siue.edu. 

“From the moment I joined the Office of the Provost, I recognized Cheryl as the 'go to' person in the office, keeping everything and everyone moving and organized," said Cobb. "She knows what needs to be done, is extremely efficient at her work, goes beyond expectations to make sure things are done on time and well and is always very positive and helpful.”

“Wow, what an honor to be chosen not once, but twice as Employee of the Month. The e is a fabulous place to work, and the people in the Provost’s Office are the best, bar none," said Hanvey. "We have a very special team—a family—who all work together for the good of our students, the University and each other. While I’m thrilled to receive the award, I’m renaming it “Office of the Month” as the entire office is deserving.

Dr. Andrew Neath is the 2016 recipient of the SIUE College of Arts and Science’s distinguished William and Margaret Going Endowed Professorship Award.

As part of the Going Award, Neath will expand upon his research during a public lecture, entitled, “The Replication Crisis in Science: A Statistical Perspective.”

7 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 20
Morris University Center, Conference Room A

“There’s a growing concern over the large number of scientific findings accepted as truth, that later fail upon attempts at replication,” Neath said. “Public support for science requires that its results be trusted. My presentation will be aimed at a general audience, since errors in statistical reasoning damage our decision-making ability, not just in science, but also in fields such as law, medicine and business.”

Neath will share multiple examples of how poor statistical reasoning has led to damaging outcomes, and conversely, how proper statistical reasoning perfectly explains what at first glance may seem contradictory.

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 Employee Recognition Program criteria and eligibility have been recently updated. New criteria allow for repeat nominations based on departmental changes and/or length of time from prior award selection. 

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.

The program is designed to recognize staff for their exceptional accomplishments and service to our community. Awards are presented once a month at a departmental ceremony. All monthly recipients are also recognized at the annual service awards reception.

For the revised nomination criteria and the updated nomination form, visit EmployeeRecognitionProgram. 

For more information, contact Jen Oates-Blair at 650-2127.

The Office of Projects and Research will hold an information session regarding the 2017 Hoppe Research Professor Award Program and Vaughnie Lindsay New Investigator Award Program.

Noon-1 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 26
Graduate School Conference Room
Rendleman Hall, room 2214

The Vaughnie Lindsay New Investigator Awards are made to SIUE junior tenure-track faculty and the Hoppe Research Professor Awards are made to SIUE faculty in order to recognize and support individual programs of research or creative activities.

These Awards recognize faculty members whose research or creative activities have the promise of making significant contributions to their fields of study. Application due dates are posted on the website.

Contact Lisa Lawrence for more information on the Vaughnie Lindsay New Investigator Award program at llawren@siue.edu.

Contact Teri Gulledge for information on the Hoppe Research Professor Award program at tgulled@siue.edu.

The SIUE Indian Student Association will present its annual celebration of Indian culture:

Diwali N Dandiya Night
6-9 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 28
Morris University Center Meridian Ballroom

Diwali N Dandiya Night is a cultural event to showcase Indian tradition and culture to the community. A lavish buffet will be served, with the food being arranged from some of the best restaurants in St Louis.

Ticket costs are $10 for SIUE students and $17 for all others. Tickets on sale at the Morris University Center Information Desk.

For more information, visit facebook.