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Student Scholarship Awards Given at Staff Senate Meeting, Today
Staff Senate Meeting
9 a.m.
Today
Morris University Center, International Room
Three students were selected to receive a Staff Senate Scholarship for the Fall 2019 semester, and they will be awarded at the September meeting.
• Emily Take, daughter of Patty Take of ITS - $500
• Elizabeth Birdsell, daughter of Heather Birdsell of the School of Nursing - $500
• Mackenzie Schoeck, daughter of Lisa Schoeck of Human Resources - $500
Summer scholarship winners Louis Jones and Kailyn Meyers will also be recognized.
Jacob Graham, student body president will be a guest at the meeting.
The agenda for the meeting can be found on the Staff Senate website at siue.edu/ugov/staff.
Meetings are open to constituency members.
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First Inclusive Conversation Session this Semester, Sept. 6 |
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The semester's first Inclusive Conversation session will be held:
12:15-1:30 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 6
Center for Student Diversity & Inclusion (CSDI)
The topic is Microaggressions in the Classroom. There will be a video presentation prior to the discussion.
The CSDI is located on the second floor of the Morris University Center (MUC). Feel free to bring your lunch. To Go Lunch orders can also be made at Fixin's Restaurant on MUC second floor, by calling extension 2465.
Inclusive Conversations are designed to support critical conversations and understanding of campus climate issues for students, faculty and staff; social justice; and the collective responsibility to build a sustainable campus environment -- one which embodies citizenship, excellence, inclusion, integrity and wisdom.
For more information, please contact Dr. Timothy Staples at tstaple@siue.edu or 650-3182.
Fall 2019 Inclusive Conversations are scheduled on the following Fridays:
September 20
October 4
October 18
November 1
November 15
December 6
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Register for Saturday Youth Swim Lessons by Sept. 6 |
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Registration for Saturday Youth Swim Lessons at the Student Fitness Center ends Friday, Sept. 6.
There are six, 45-minute sessions
10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Saturday, Sept. 14 -Saturday, Oct. 19
Vadalabene Center Indoor Pool
Capacity for each class is 25 participants. SIUE students can register their child for $45, and SIUE faculty and staff can register their child for $60.
Parents and/or legal guardians must register their child for the swim lesson program.
For more information, please contact Natalie Hawkins, assistant director of recreational program, at nrosale@siue.edu or 618-650-3242.
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Nominate an Accessibility Champion by Sept. 6 |
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The Office for Accessible Campus Community & Equitable Student Support (ACCESS) invites you to nominate an SIUE community member, who you feel goes above and beyond to promote and defend accessibility throughout the SIUE campus community, both in and outside of the classroom, and should be recognized as a Champion of Accessibility.
The criteria for student nominees are as follows:
- Actively engage with the ACCESS office and also participates in ACCESS-related events activities
- Promote of accessibility, inclusion, awareness, and equity for themselves and their peers
- Demonstrate commitment to the concept that all people, regardless of the nature or degree of an individual's disability, have the right and obligation to become full and contributing members of society
- Vigorously dispels negative stigma and stereotypes related to students with disabilities and the ACCESS office
The criteria for faculty/staff nominees are as follows:
- Help remove barriers for students with disabilities for full inclusion and participation in programs and services
- Cooperate in promoting acceptance and awareness for students with disabilities in all aspects of the University and community life
- Advocate for the civil rights of students with disabilities in order to increase their participation in the SIUE community
- Demonstrate commitment to the concept that all people, regardless of the nature or degree of an individual's disability, have the right and obligation to become full and contributing members of society
- Make contributions in addition to normal job requirements or when the achievements of students with disabilities are not likely to be recognized by other organizations
- Significantly improve or enhance the quality of the higher educational experience in ways that make a substantial difference for a student with a disability
We are accepting nominations for students and/or student organizations, faculty and staff of the SIUE campus community. Nominations must be received by noon on Friday, Sept. 6.
To nominate an Accessibility champion, please click the link below:
https://siue.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bObkBXb96NmCpCJ
To register for the Ed Roberts Champions of Accessibility Dinner, please click the link below:
https://relay-ccon.foundation.siue.edu/ccon/events_activities.do?event_id=DS19D
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Cougar Kid's Saturday - Kidpalooza, Sept. 7 |
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SIUE Campus Activities Board will host Cougar Kid's Saturday - Kidpalooza:
12-2 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 7
The Quad
Enjoy a time of fun for children, students, faculty and staff.
For more information, visit Kidpalooza.
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Career Development Center Presents Nursing Career Fair, Sept. 9 |
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Nursing Career Fair
11 am.-1 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 9
Morris University Center, Second Floor Conference Center
Please encourage students to stop by and network with employers about open positions or see an employer presentation.
Employers will present throughout the event on best tips for resumes, navigating online applications and interview tips.
Stop by to hear recruiters talk about what they look for from candidates and get tips on how to stand out in your job search!
Professional attire is required. Bring copies of your resume!
A list of attending employers can be found on the Career Development Center's website at siue.edu/careerdevelopmentcenter/students/events.shtml.
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Nominations for SIUE Student Leader of the Month Open Until Sept. 10 |
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The Kimmel Student Involvement Center, in partnership with the Edwardsville Rotary, is pleased to accept nominations for the SIUE Student Leader of the Month.
Individuals selected for this award will be recognized at an upcoming Rotary meeting, and at the annual Kimmel Leadership Awards Ceremony during the spring semester.
SIUE students can be nominated by students, faculty or staff. No self-nominations will be considered. Applications are accepted on an on-going basis, and should be received by the 10th of the month to be considered for that month's award. Any nominees not selected for one month, will be considered for the following months. Awards will be given for September through April each academic year.
Candidates will be selected based on the following criteria:
· High academic standards
· Campus involvement and activities
· Service to others on and off campus
· Leadership within their academic area or within an organization
· Demonstrated ability to promote spirit and pride at SIUE
To submit an application, visit SIUE Rotary Student Leader of the Month on Get Involved.
For more information, please contact the Kimmel Student Involvement Center at 618-650-2686.
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Apply for the Outstanding Thesis Award |
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The Graduate School is accepting nominations for the Outstanding Thesis Award.
The deadline to submit materials:
4:30 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 16
Students who earned a master’s degree during the fall 2018, spring 2019 or summer 2019 are eligible. Two awards will be given annually - one for a doctoral student and one for a master's student. Recipients will receive a cash award of $500.
The winning thesis may be forwarded by the University to the Midwestern Association of Graduate Schools “Distinguished Master’s Thesis Award” competition.
Find full details about the program and nomination procedure at siue.edu/graduate-students/awards/outstanding-thesis-award.shtml.
Please email nomination materials to the Graduate School by the deadline.
Nominations will be reviewed by the Graduate Student Award Committee, and the awards will be presented at the Graduate School’s Fall Graduate Awards Reception.
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Constitution Day Presentation, Sept. 17 |
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The Department of Political Science will host the Constitution Day presentation, "The First Amendment and Speech on College Campuses."
12-1 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 17
Morris University Center, Missouri Room
The event will feature a discussion about the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, as applied to free speech on college campuses.
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