Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019

Join us to practice mindfulness and meditation. This will be the first session of the spring series. 

12-12:50 p.m.
Today
Morris University Center, Missouri Room (second floor) 

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

No RSVP is required. Students, faculty and staff are invited.

SIUE Counseling Services is offering a workshop series entitled, Foundations of Self Care:

12-12:50 p.m.
Today and Thursday, Jan. 31
Student Success Center, room 0200

Learn how to recognize and develop openness to coping with concerns you are experiencing.

Students are invited to attend. No RSVP is required.

For additional information, contact SIUE Counseling Services at (618) 650-2842.

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.
Today
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.

Please check out the Educational Outreach Spring Catalog to explore the 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.

SIUE's research and grant productivity continue at impressive levels.

To build on this success and enhance it, the University is now accepting applications for the SIUE Innovation Grant program.

The fund is designed to generate creative thinking that considers what SIUE could become, and explores new ways of doing things that lead to long-term benefits for the University and beyond.

Innovations will be evaluated according to the following measures: breadth and impact on the University, clarity of outcome, clarity of budget, ability to generate new revenue or save funds, and practicality of implementation.

Deadline for summer 2019:
Friday, Feb. 1

For more information, including program details, important dates and an application form, visit siue.edu/chancellor/innovation.

The SIUE Meridian Society is looking to fund projects (up to $5,000) that demonstrate a collaborative effort between an SIUE unit and a community organization.

SIUE college, schools, major units, departments and organizations (including student organizations) with an SIUE account are invited to apply for the 2019 Meridian Awards.

The Meridian Award application/proposal must be submitted and received by 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1.

Electronic submissions are preferred to meridiansociety@siue.edu 

Mail submissions to:
Meridian Awards
c/o Meridian Society at SIUE Foundation
Campus Box 1082
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1082

Apply today!

For more information, visit Meridian Awards at meridiansociety@siue.edu or 618-650-2378.

This Mock Networking event is hosted by the Career Development Center.

There will be a 30-minute “how to” networking presentation, followed by time to network.

This is a great opportunity to practice your networking skills with SIUE alumni, regional employers, and SIUE staff.

Please RSVP by calling the Career Development Center at 618-650-3708.

A Cougar Card is required for check-in.

Attire for this event is business casual/business professional.

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.

Please save the date for the Staff Senate Scholarship Banquet!

Thursday, April 18
Morris University Center, Meridian Ballroom

All proceeds from the event benefit the Staff Senate Scholarship. If you would like to be a part of the planning committee or would like to make a donation for the event, please contact Cindy Cobetto at x2164 or cgorsag@siue.edu