Thursday, April 12, 2018

International Studies Day, Today

Don't Miss Today's Mindfulness and Meditation Series

Gun Control Politics Poster Presentation, Today

Grow the Gardens Fundraiser is Sold Out

SIUE Trumpets Perform, April 14

Eighth Annual Children's Art Exhibit, April 16-20

Attend the Next Q&A with Chancellor Pembrook, April 17

Sherrie Senkfor to Speak at University Staff Senate Executive Meeting, April 19

Join Kappa Alpha Psi 5K Run to Benefit St. Jude Hospital, April 21

Campus Safety Meetings, April 23, 24 and May 1

It’s Time Again for the SIUE Undergraduate Scholars Showcase, April 26

International Studies Day, Today

International Studies Day is presented by SIUE's international studies program, with support from the Public Relations Student Society of America and public relations campaigns students.

9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Today
Morris University Center, Meridian Ballroom

International Studies Day is free and open to the public. It will have an exciting program, including a regional panel about international issues, two UN representatives talking about UN and international careers and advocacy, as well as keynote speaker Ambassador Anwarul K. Chowdhury, former President of the UN Security Council.

9 a.m.–3 p.m. - Information Booths
Participants include various SIUE departments and programs, the Office of International Affairs, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, and student organizations, as well as regional organizations, including the International Institute of St. Louis, European Studies Center at University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, Institute for International Education and the Peace Corps.

9:30-11 a.m. - Panel on international issues impacting our region
Speakers include representatives of the Council on Foreign Relations, St. Louis Committee; World Affairs Council of St. Louis; International Institute of St. Louis; and World Trade Center, St. Louis

11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. - Careers at the United Nations and International Advocacy for Sustainable Development
Speakers include Ms. Nanayaa Kumi, associate talent outreach officer, Office of Human Resources Management, United Nations Secretariat, New York City and Ms. Zephanii Smith, member of the National Council of the United Nations Association of the United States.

1-3 p.m. - Keynote speaker, Q&A, press conference
Ambassador Anwarul Karim Chowdhury, founder of Global Movement for the Culture of Peace, will discuss "The United Nations - Essential or Irrelevant in Today's World?"
Chowdhury is a career diplomat, who has served as permanent representative to the United Nations, president of the UN Security Council, president of UNICEF Board, UN Under-Secretary-General and senior special advisor to UN General Assembly President.

3-5 p.m. - Film screening
"I am From Chile" (director: Gonzalo Diaz Ugarte)
This coming of age immigration story, drawing from the director’s personal experiences, has received several awards at international film festivals.

Food and refreshments will be served throughout the day of the event. Participants in all activities will be entered a prize drawing.

Don't Miss Today's Mindfulness and Meditation Series

Join us to practice mindfulness and meditation.

12-12:50 p.m.
Today
Morris University Center, International Room
No RSVP is required.

For more information, contact Lisa Thompson-Gibson at lithomp@siue.edu or 650-2842.

Gun Control Politics Poster Presentation, Today

Students in Political Science 449 will present their research on the affects of varying firearm policies on public policy outcomes.

"Politics of Gun Control" poster presentation
2-4 p.m.
Today
Morris University Center, Missouri Room

Students examine how policies related to firearms affect differing policy outcomes, ranging from violent crime rates to concealed carry laws and use of force laws.

All are welcome.

Grow the Gardens Fundraiser is Sold Out

The Friday, April 13, event at The Wildey Theatre for The Gardens at SIUE is sold out!

Tickets are no longer available online and will not be available at the door on Friday night.

The Gardens Advisory Board and volunteers thank everyone at SIUE and in the community for their support of this event to benefit The Gardens.

SIUE Trumpets Perform, April 14

Eighth Annual Children's Art Exhibit, April 16-20

The SIUE Early Childhood Center will hold its 6th annual children's art exhibit in connection with the National Association for the Education of Young Children's (NAEYC) Week of the Young Child.

Artists will display their work for family and friends from Monday-Friday, April 16-20 in the Morris University Center Gallery, located on the second floor.

Attend the Next Q&A with Chancellor Pembrook, April 17

10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, April 17
Morris University Center, Oak/Redbud Room

These meetings are open to all faculty and staff.

The Chancellor invites you to ask questions, have a dialogue and/or express ideas that you might have.

Other scheduled Q&A's with the chancellor include:
June 4 – Alton Campus

Sherrie Senkfor to Speak at University Staff Senate Executive Meeting, April 19

The University Staff Senate's meetings are open to constituency members. Non-senate members can come and listen. Participation depends on the agenda being discussed and/or prior approval from the president of the University Staff Senate.

SIUE Human Resources Director Sherrie Senkfor will speak at the next University Staff Senate Executive meeting.

9 a.m.
Thursday, April 19
Morris University Center, International Room

Staff Senate meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month, with the exception of July during which there is no full Senate meeting.

Agendas and minutes may be found at siue.edu/ugov/staff/schedule_of_meetings.

Future guests include:

VP of State University Annuitants Association Nobby Emmanuel - May 3 full senate meeting
UPBC Chair Nancy Lutz and Budget Director Bill Winter – May 17 executive board meeting

Questions for guests may be submitted in advance to a current senator. You may find current senators/officers at siue.edu/ugov/staff/senatemembership_staff.

Please feel free to contact President Gretchen Fricke, or any senate member, with questions about the senate or check out the Staff Senate FAQ page.

Join Kappa Alpha Psi 5K Run to Benefit St. Jude Hospital, April 21

Campus Safety Meetings, April 23, 24 and May 1

A second set of Campus Safety meetings is scheduled. These meetings will focus on the 4 E Training (SIUE’s Active Shooter Training) and are open to all employees.

If you have already taken the training, you are still welcome to attend as a refresher or to ask any follow up questions. Anyone who hasn’t taken the training is certainly encouraged to attend.

Edwardsville Campus
3 p.m.
Monday, April 23
Morris University University Club Room

East St. Louis Higher Education Campus
1-2 p.m.
Tuesday, April 24
Building D, room 1007

Alton Campus
12:15-1:15 p.m.
Tuesday, May 1
Roller Hall, Building 263

It’s Time Again for the SIUE Undergraduate Scholars Showcase, April 26

You are invited to learn about the outstanding work SIUE’s undergraduates have accomplished in their major programs.

Undergraduate Scholars Showcase
2-4 p.m.
Thursday, April 26
Morris University Center

The Undergraduate Scholars Showcase highlights the depth and variety of learning experiences offered by SIUE’s Senior Assignment and Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URCA) programs.

Each academic unit demonstrates the best of what the University's undergraduates have mastered. Each department and program nominates two outstanding Senior Assignment projects to be presented at the Undergraduate Scholars Showcase. In keeping with the spirit of last year’s event, URCA associates and assistants will also be displaying their presentations.

Each participant will receive a certificate of achievement. This growing event allows students, faculty and community members an opportunity to celebrate learning and our students’ accomplishments.

For more information, contact Erin Behnen at 650-3639 or etimpe@siue.edu.

To learn more about the Undergraduate Scholars Showcase, visit siue.edu/showcase.