Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018

Counseling Services presents a three-session workshop series on anxiety.

Have you been feeling stressed, or have you had anxiety? You are invited to attend our workshop series to help you understand anxiety symptoms and build coping skills.

3-4 p.m.
Today
Tuesday, Nov. 13
Student Success Center, room 1201
No RSVP is needed 

For more information, contact Lisa Thompson-Gibson at lithomp@siue.edu or (618) 650-2842.

Check out these exciting courses and continuing education opportunities offered by Educational Outreach this fall.

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
5:30-8 p.m.
Today
Cost: $79

Basic life support training for healthcare professionals covers a variety of subjects, including breathing and cardiac emergencies, defibrillation, CPR, AED and obstructed airway for adults, children and infants. Learn new techniques and sharpen your skills with hands-on experience.Two-year certification card is issued upon course completion.

Heartsaver CPR/AED Certification
5:30-9:30 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 8
Cost: $99

Heartsaver courses are designed for anyone with little or no medical training and cover first-aid basics for the most common first-aid emergencies. Hands-on training also prepares students to perform CPR and use an AED in a safe, timely and effective manner. A two-year certification card is issued upon course completion.

Hospice Conference – 6 CEU Workshop
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 8
Cost: $75

A conference designed for professionals, para-professionals, volunteers and others who work with chronically ill, terminally ill or grieving persons of all ages in hospitals, hospice programs, long-term care facilities, home health, schools, churches and other community agencies, as well as support groups, funeral service programs and counseling services for the bereaved. CEU's available for social workers, nurses and funeral home directors.

Social Work Workshop – 6 CEU Workshop
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 9
Cost: $85

Moving from Trauma to Resilience: Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the Impact Across the Lifespan

For more information and to register for these amazing opportunities, please visit the educational outreach website.

SIUE Office of Educational Outreach invites you to attend the fall 2018 Lifelong Learning Speakers Series every Wednesday on the SIUE campus. 

Wednesday, Nov. 7
Morris University Center, Mississippi- Illinois Rooms 

10:30-11:45 a.m. – ABC’s of Bee’s, presented by Barbara Beal and Charity Davis-Woodard, St. Clair Beekeeper Association 

1:15-2:30 p.m. - Seven Remarkable Images from Eugene B. Redmond Collections, presented by Howard Rambsy, professor in the Department of English Language and Literature 

Cost: $5 for general public, $2 for Lifelong Learning members and FREE for alumni and students (with valid student ID).

You don’t want to miss this exhilarating semester jam-packed with presentations that are sure to inform and educate! 

To view the fall brochure or to become a Lifelong Learning member, please visit our website  or contact coordinator, Eboni Thompson at 618.650.3233.

Please join us as we prepare for Sustained Dialogue Spring 2019!

The remaining Sustained Dialogue Information Sessions are:
4-6 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 7
Evergreen Hall MFR

and 

4-6 p.m. 
Wednesday, Nov. 14
Morris University Center, Goshen Lounge

Sustained Dialogue is a way for our community to explore race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability status, and other topics that aren’t always easy to talk about in diverse groups.

This 10-week program will transform you for the better through conversations to share not just your opinions, but also hear stories and life experiences behind others’ perspectives. We have created a learning space for open dialogue that makes it possible for students from different sides of an issue to learn the root causes of community problems and build relationships to address these issues with new allies.

The incentives for participating include:

• A Free Sustained Dialogue T-shirt
• $$$ in Cougar bucks for completion of the program
• Free food throughout the 10-week program
• A chance to make an impact on the SIUE community and shape a changing world!

Space for the program is limited and only 120 students will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, please join us for an information session to learn more about the program.

For more information, contact Tarsha Moore at tarmoor@siue.edu or Tionna Hunter at tiohunt@siue.edu.

The deadline for students to reserve a seat at the 2018 fall commencement ceremony and/or order regalia is Friday, Nov. 9.

The 2018 fall commencement will be held Friday-Saturday, Dec. 14-15 in the Vadalabene Center.

Students are required to:
1. Complete the RSVP and Regalia order form.
Note: Fill out the form whether you plan to participate in commencement or not.
• If you do not plan on participating but want to purchase a cap and gown, order here.

• If you do not plan on participating or purchasing a cap and gown, and want to stop receiving emails regarding commencement, RSVP “no” here.

2. Pick up regalia order in The Cougar Store beginning Monday, Nov. 26.
Note: To ensure everything fits and you have the correct order, please check your order before exiting the store. All orders must be picked up in the Cougar Store by Thursday, Dec. 13, unless otherwise discussed.

3. If special accommodations for the ceremony is required, contact the commencement staff by Wednesday, Dec. 5.

For more information and assistance, please review the commencement website, contact us at commencement@siue.edu or call 618-650-2252.

Tuesday, Nov. 13
3-5 p.m.
Morris University Center, Second Floor Conference Center

The fair will include residency programs. Some employers will conduct interviews at the career fair and the next day. Professional attire required and bring copies of your resume.

For a list of employers attending the fair, visit siue.edu/careerdevelopmentcenter/students/events.shtml.

For more information, contact the Center at 650-3708, careerdevelopment@siue.edu or visit siue.edu/careerdevelopmentcenter.

State Universities Annuitants Association -- the Power of Effective Advocacy 

Your SIUE Chapter is pleased to bring you these free events. Save these 2018 dates! 

Tuesday, Nov. 13
4:45-6:15 p.m.
Science Building East Room 3230
SIUE Main Campus

Know Your SURS Benefits and Hear from SIUE Panel Members

State University Retirement System (SURS) representative Marlys Johnson will provide an overview of SURS Tier I and Tier II benefits, with a focus on retirement.  SIUE panel members will provide their insights specifically related to retiring from SIUE under the various plans. This presentation will benefit all current SIUE employees interested in maximizing their retirement strategy. This session will be streamed live to the East St. Louis Higher Education Center (STEM Room, 2nd floor of Building B) and School of Dental Medicine (Classroom CPA 1, Building 280) campuses. 

Participants may also join this session live at https://siue.zoom.us/j/6186503910 from their desktop computer or mobile device. Please note that viewing on your computer or mobile device requires a Zoom plugin for your computer or app for your mobile device. The preferred device should be tested no less than 24 hours prior to the session start time by visiting the aforementioned link and then following the onscreen directions. If you attended the October 23rd session on your computer or mobile device, you should be all set using that same device for this session. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide technical assistance during the session itself. If you have difficulty with the Zoom setup, please contact John Wise in Information Technology Services at 618-650-3910. 

Registration is not mandatory, but will be appreciated. Please click here to RSVP online. 

Wednesday, Dec. 5
11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Morris University Center, Oak/Redbud Room
SUAA/SIUE Chapter Meeting

Join us for a light lunch with program beginning at noon. 
Chancellor Randy Pembrook will provide a brief welcome and SIUE updates. 
At 12:15, Representative Katie Stuart will give us her perspectives regarding higher education funding and possible legislative changes. Our program will wrap up with remarks by SUAA Executive Director Linda Brookhart. 

For more information, visit siue.edu/suaa.

2-3 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 14
Morris University Center, Mississippi-Illinois Rooms
RSVP is required. Please call the Career Development Center at 650-3708 and bring your Cougar Card to the event for check-in.

Talk to the experts of your choice with no obligation to buy any products.This is a round table event where you can come and go as you wish.

The event is open to staff, faculty and students, especially those approaching graduation.

• Do you know the questions you should be asking about company benefits?
• Do you know how to negotiate salary?
• Do you know how to read your credit report?
• Do you know how to create and follow a budget?
• Do you know what it takes to get a car loan or mortgage?
• Do you know about filing your taxes? 

Below is a list of topics and the company experts on each subject. 

Topics Include:
Work benefits, hosted by Walmart
Salary negotiations, hosted by U.S. Steel
Home/renters, auto and professional liability insurance basics, hosted by State Farm 
Paying off student loans and budgeting, hosted by Lexow Financial Group
Mortgages and car loans, hosted by TheBANK of Edwardsville
Wise use of credit, hosted by Regions Bank
Identity theft and email scams, hosted by Midwest US Bank
Life insurance and investments, hosted by Silver Creek Financial
Banking basics, hosted by PNC Bank
Credit reports: how to read them, what my score means, how to improve my score, hosted by SIUE Credit Union
Taxes, hosted by Scheffel Boyle

The Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine (SIU SDM) will provide FREE dental care to veterans on Thursday, Nov. 15 during its inaugural Veteran’s Care Day.

Appointments are required, and may be scheduled by contacting the SIU SDM’s Valerie Donahue at 618-474-7200.

SIU SDM third- and fourth-year dental students, under the supervision of dental school faculty who are all licensed dentists, will provide free exams, x-rays, cleanings, fillings and extractions at no cost.

“We at the SIU SDM want to give back in the way we are equipped, and it’s important to us that we demonstrate in a meaningful way how appreciative we are of the sacrifice and service of our veterans,” said Katie Kosten, DMD, director of Community Dentistry. “We understand that the selflessness of those who serve our country is the very reason we enjoy our freedoms. We are honored to say thank you to our veterans in this way.”

Patients should note that treatment needs will be evaluated and prioritized, and all necessary care may not be able to be provided in this one day.

Faculty, have you seen this icon in your Blackboard courses?

It is one of the new Blackboard Ally indicators for accessibility. Making course content accessible to all learners not only makes for better course design, but it also helps to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. 

Want to turn those red icons to green? ITS has scheduled two-hour working sessions from now until the end of November. Members of the ITS Instructional Design & Learning Technologies team will be on hand if assistance is needed.

Participants are expected to come to these working sessions with prior knowledge of how Blackboard Ally works so time can be spent on improving course content. If you are not familiar with how Blackboard Ally works, please watch this overview and review related materials. Visit this form to register for the sessions.

SIUE faculty and staff will have the option to sign up for payroll deduction for a Student Fitness Center membership.

• Membership is in effect from the date that you sign up through December 1, 2019.
• Four equal payments of $60 will be deducted from each January and February paycheck

You can sign up throughout November at the Student Fitness Center Reception Desk.

For more information, visit Payroll Deduction Payment Option, or call Margaret Fredericksen, member services and operations coordinator at 650-2375.