Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018

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

Heartsaver CPR/AED Certification
5:30-9:30 p.m.
Today
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.
Today
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.

The Office of Institutional Diversity and Inclusion would like to invite all students, faculty, and staff to the continuation of our SIUE Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plan Discussions this Fall.

The overall goal of these sessions is to engage the campus community and get buy-in to ensure expected outcomes on our new seven-year Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plan Goals, Objectives, and Strategies. You may download a copy of the new 2018-2025 Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plan.

We will cover specific parts of the Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plan on the dates below, which are outlined in this chart. Presenters from the various areas responsible for implementing those sections of the Plan will be present to discuss, answer questions, and note your concerns.

Please mark your calendars for the sessions of interest to you and your area:

Goal 3 Discussion
12:30-2 p.m.
Today
Founders Hall, room 0111

Build a community that fosters learning, scholarship and creative activities that reflect understanding of global diversity and a commitment to inclusion and social justice.

Goal 4 Discussion
1-2:30 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 30
Peck Hall, room 2405

Develop and maintain a campus climate that acknowledges, embraces and celebrates diversity and inclusion as a core value of the SIUE community.

We hope you will join us!

Venessa A. Brown, PhD
Associate Chancellor and Chief Diversity Officer

Quickly approaching deadlines for research papers, class projects and finals may pose unexpected challenges for our students.

The Student Advisory Committee of the SIUE Chapter 203 of the Phi Kappa Phi honor society is coordinating a “How to Manage Stress in College” session for students.

For more information, contact Cindy Scarsdale, CAS special events facilitator, at cscarsd@siue.edu or 650-5049.

Students, faculty and staff are invited to view SIUE’s first high-powered rocket launch.

3 p.m.
Today
Glen-Ed Soccer Complex (next to Korte Stadium)

With high speeds, dazzling altitudes, sleek aerodynamics and fiery launches, rocketry holds broad appeal. School of Engineering students have formed a new organization dedicated to designing, building and flying rockets.

The Cougar Rockets organization is open to all students.

For more information, contact siuecougarrockets@gmail.com. 

Hope to see you there!

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.

The School of Engineering's Explore Day is an excellent opportunity for prospective students and their parents to learn more about the School, its programs and facilities.

Guests can participate in laboratory demonstrations and information sessions, speak to advisors, current students and faculty, and attend building and campus tours.

9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 10
Morris University Center
School of Engineering Building

Representatives from local engineering, computer science and construction companies will be on hand to answer questions about employment opportunities.

The day begins at the Morris University Center, with a presentation by the School of Engineering, followed by presentations from individual programs.

Participants will then visit the Engineering Building, where they can visit labs, view student projects, speak with faculty, students, campus and industry partners.

The SIUE Office of Financial Aid will also offer a presentation to visitors.

For more information, please visit School of Engineering Open House

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.