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Inclusive Conversations, Today
Dear Colleagues,
I would like to thank those of you who have participated in Inclusive Conversations. The dialogues have been rich. Please encourage students to attend. Their voices are needed.
Today's Inclusive Conversation will be held as part of the Martin Luther King Week events, with the theme “Who’s on the Margin – Enacting the Dream at SIUE.”
Noon–1:30 p.m.
Today
Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion (CSDI)
Best,
Courtney R. Boddie, PhD
Interim Director, SIUE Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion
Director, SIUE Counseling Services
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Encourage Students to Apply for LeaderShape Institute, Deadline Jan. 18 |
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The Kimmel Student Involvement Center has extended the deadline for applications to the 2019 LeaderShape Institute at SIUE through today.
Please recommend your emerging and established student leaders to apply, or send a list of nominees to Melinda Daniels at melidan@siue.edu. Daniels will send personalized emails with more information to students on your behalf or anonymously.
LeaderShape is a free six-day, five-night intensive leadership retreat from Monday-Saturday, May 13-18.
Students who participate will leave with a stronger sense of self, improved confidence, and an enhanced ability to lead and work with others.
For more information, visit LeaderShape Institute and have students register at LeaderShape applications.
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Sign Up for Adult Swim Lessons at Vadalabene Center Indoor Pool |
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Adult swim lessons are starting back this semester in Campus Recreation.
6-6:50 p.m. - Level 1: Developing comfort in the water
7-7:50 p.m. - Level 2: Basic swimming skills
Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 22-Feb. 14
Vadalabene Center Indoor Pool
Faculty, staff and SFC members can reserve a spot for just $20. Registration is open through today at the Student Fitness Center. Please bring your SIUE ID Card.
For more information, please contact Assistant Director of Recreational Programs Natalie Hawkins at nrosale@siue.edu or 618-650-3242.
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Cougars Basketball Faculty/Staff Appreciation, Jan. 19 |
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Permanent Cougar Career Closet Now Open |
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The Career Development Center is pleased to announce that the permanent Cougar Career Closet in Student Success Center, Room 0281, is now open for students.
Students can visit the closet to “shop” for professional attire for interviews, career fairs, networking events, and practicum/co-op/internship experiences.
All items are donated and students may shop free of charge.
Students can drop by the Career Development Center during regular business hours. An appointment is not needed. However, calling 650-3708 in advance will ensure that a staff member will be available to assist them.
- Students need to bring their Cougar Card for check-in at our front counter.
- Students can get 2 complete outfits plus accessories during each visit.
- Students can visit the Cougar Career Closet one time per month.
Please assist us in getting the word out to students who may be in need of this service. For more information, contact Susan M. Seibert at sseiber@siue.edu or ext. 3708.
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Enjoy Cougar Fest, Jan. 22 |
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Cougar Fest is designed to increase student, faculty and staff awareness of area businesses, services, activities and nonprofit organizations, and to facilitate interaction between the campus and local community.
For more information, contact Alexa Bueltel, coordinator of Campus Life at the Kimmel Student Involvement Center, at albuelt@siue.edu or ext. 2686.
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Register Now for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Luncheon, Jan. 23 |
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Register here for the 2019 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Luncheon.
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SIUE Teacher Professional Development, Jan. 24 |
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Did you graduate from the SIUE Department of Teaching and Learning within the last five years? If the answer is yes, then this is for you!
SIUE Teacher Professional Development
5-8 p.m.
Thursday, Jan. 24
Morris University Center, Redbud/Oak Room
Sessions will include:
- Mindfulness with Dr. Fuchs
- Trauma and Compassion Fatigue with Dr. Reinking
- Learning Environments with Instructor Beth Wiemers
Professional Development Hours (CPDUS) will provided, along with a small dinner and door prizes!
To sign up: https://goo.gl/forms/JIAJfLO3bL8j5l202.
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Please Note These Educational Outreach Courses |
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Please check out the Educational Outreach Spring Catalog to explore new courses and opportunities that are coming soon!
Introduction to 3D Modeling and Manufacturing
5-8 p.m.
Tuesdays, January 29-March 5
Cost: $125
This course will provide a great hands on experience with a 3D printer. Participants will learn the basics of 3D modeling using Autodesk Fusion 360 software. They will learn how to create 3D drawings using CAD and how to prepare such drawings for manufacturing and 3D printing. Cost includes one roll of filament for 3D printing.
Microsoft Excel: Beginner Level
6-8:30 p.m.
Tuesdays, January 29-March 5
Cost: $129
Designed for students with limited or no previous experience with Microsoft Excel, this beginner-level course will introduce new users to Excel 2016 with an overview of Excel basics that provides a beginner-level foundation of the application. Elements covered in this course include creating and managing multiple worksheets, rearranging data, working with basic formulas and formatting, inserting charts and graphics, and sorting and organizing large amounts of data. A brief introduction to Windows is included. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills are required for this course. Textbook and online resource materials are provided.
For more information and to register for these amazing opportunities, please visit the educational outreach website.
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Friends of Theater and Dance Trivia Night, Feb. 2 |
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Nominate a Student Employee of the Year! |
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Do you have an outstanding student employee? If so, we invite you to nominate them for SIUE Student Employee of the Year.
Download a nomination form here. To be eligible, a student must be employed for a minimum of six months between June 1, 2018 and May 31, 2019 (anticipated).
The deadline for nominations is 4:30 p.m. Friday, Feb.15. After committee review, one student will be selected to be Student Employee of the Year for SIUE. The winner will be announced during National Student Employee Appreciation Week, April 14-20, and will have their name and nomination letter sent to the state competition. The winner will also receive a $500 scholarship!
If you have any questions, please call the Student Employment Office at ext. 2563.
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