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Second Annual Diversity Day, Today and Tomorrow
SIUE's second annual Diversity Day celebration, under the theme “From Awareness to Action, SIUE Shaping a Changing World,” will be held today and Tuesday, Oct. 15 with educational and active engagement sessions at the Edwardsville, East St. Louis and Alton campuses.
An opening reception will be held for community stakeholders from 5-6:30 p.m. today in the Cougar Pavilion, located in the Vadalabene Center’s Lukas Annex.
Diversity Day events being held Tuesday, Oct. 15 will begin with an Opening Community Gathering and Welcome Breakfast at 8 a.m. in the Meridian Ballroom. The opening session will feature a School of Business alumni panel.
Social justice advocate Howard Ross will serve as keynote speaker during the Diversity Day luncheon from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Morris University Center’s (MUC) Meridian Ballroom. Howard will highlight his life’s work and his highly-acclaimed book Everyday Bias, which raises readers level of insight and awareness of important issues surrounding unconscious bias.
Other activities include, but are not limited to:
- Diversity Day Community Fair: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the MUC Goshen Lounge
- Parade of Nations: 9:30-10 a.m. from the Meridian Ballroom to the Stratton Quadrangle
- Athletics, Art Hive and Multicultural Music: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on the Quad
- Taste of Diversity at SIUE: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the MUC Food Court and Fixins’ Restaurant
- Community Service Project: 12-1:30 p.m. on the Quad
- Book Signing with Howard Ross: 1:15-2:15 p.m. in the Meridian Ballroom
A complete schedule of events, including details on the array of engagement sessions, is available at siue.edu/institutional-diversity-and-inclusion/diversity-day.
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Don't Miss the Safe Zone Ally Training Registration Deadline, Today |
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SIUE Safe Zone's next Ally Training for faculty and staff is set for:
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 21
Morris University Center, International Room
Space is limited so sign up early!
To register, please click here.
The deadline to register is 4:30 p.m. today.
For more information, contact Jennifer Hernandez at jennher@siue.edu or Nick Niemerg at nniemer@siue.edu.
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Learn about the mysteries of Astronomy in Contemporary Astrophysics! |
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Contemporary Astrophysics
5-7 p.m.
Mondays through Nov. 11
Peck Hall, room 0314
Cost: $69
The universe is as big as it gets. This course will discuss the latest scientific discoveries and mysteries in astronomy.
To register or for more information, please visit our new and exciting educational outreach website.
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Visit the Beet Box on the Quad on Tuesdays |
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Stop by the Beet Box Mobile Farmers Market on the Quad this fall!
Noon-1:30 p.m.
Tuesdays through the end of October
Fresh vegetables, including tomatoes, cucumbers, squash and more, will be available for purchase. The Beet Box accepts cash or card. Customers can also use their Illinois Link Card.
Details on the Beet Box’s weekly stops are available on the Goshen Market Foundation’s Facebook page.
The market on wheels is among the initiatives supported by SIUE’s food sustainability consortium, a constellation of courses, projects and services related to agricultural education and food access.
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DOTD Presents "She Kills Monsters" |
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The Department of Theater and Dance will present "She Kills Monsters," by Qui Nguyen and directed by Tress Kurzym:
7:30 p.m.
Wednesday-Saturday, Oct. 16-19
2 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 20
Dunham Hall Theater
The cost is $15 for adults, $12 for SIUE retirees, alumni, faculty, staff and seniors and FREE admission for SIUE students with a valid ID.
To purchase tickets and for more information, call 650-2774.
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Check out the Latest Edition of the ITSpotlight |
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The ITSpotlight is an e-newsletter designed to keep SIUE up to date on the latest technology news and events on campus. Each month you will find articles ranging from useful devices, to valuable tech teaching tools, to vital tech best practices that can make your life better/easier. The most recent headlines include:
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Plan to Attend SIUE Strategic Plan Open Forums |
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One-hour open forums for the SIUE Strategic Plan are now scheduled throughout the coming weeks to present the campus community with draft goals, objectives and key performance indicators.
All forums will be held in the Morris University Center’s International Room, and campus community members are invited to attend and offer feedback toward editing and finalizing the draft statements. All sessions will be streamed live on siue.edu/tv.
Your input is critical in helping to determine SIUE’s course of action from present day to 2025, when the Plan will again be reviewed:
The remaining dates and times are as follows:
Goal #1
Increase the recruitment of a diverse student body ready for the rigorous challenges of higher education.
Friday, Oct. 25 - 9 a.m.
Goal #2
Optimize high-quality curricular offerings and co-curricular opportunities to meet the needs of the region, engage students, and increase student persistence and graduation rates.
Monday, Oct. 21 - 2 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 24 - 9 a.m.
Goal #3
Deliver a mix of co-curricular programs and services across all campuses that enhance student learning and development.
Friday, Oct. 18 - 9 a.m.
Thursday, Oct. 31 - 9 a.m.
Goal #4
Recruit, support, and retain a highly accomplished, high quality, student-centered, and diverse faculty, staff, and administration to achieve University goals and achieve excellence.
Wednesday, Oct. 30 - 2 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 1 - 2 p.m.
Goal #5
Develop and strengthen collaborative relationships to effect positive changes in the University, region, nation and the world.
Monday, Nov. 4 - 9 a.m.
Goal #6
Develop, maintain and protect University assets through sound economic practice.
Thursday, Oct. 17 - 9 a.m.
Friday, Oct. 18 - 2 p.m.
Committee Chairs:
Goal 1: Scott Belobrajdic
Goal 2: Jessica Harris
Goal 3: Miriam Roccia
Goal 4: Greg Budzban
Goal 5: Gireesh Gupchup
Goal 6: Nancy Lutz
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SIUE Graduate School Open House, Oct. 16 |
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Plan to attend SIUE’s Graduate School Open House:
11 a.m.-1 p.m. or 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 16
Morris University Center, Meridian Ballroom
Meet program directors and faculty scholars. Talk to current students.
Learn more about:
• SIUE’s 140+ master’s programs, post-baccalaureate certificates, specialist degrees, doctoral degrees and cooperative doctoral programs
• Graduate admission requirements
• Financial support, including graduate assistantships and competitive graduate awards
• Our integrative studies program, which allows you to meet your career goals by integrating courses from two or three disciplines
The $40 Graduate School application fee will be waived for those who apply during the open house!
Learn more and register at siue.edu/graduate-visit or call 618-350-3705.
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Campus Recreation Club Sports Program Raising Money for Breast Cancer Research |
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Campus Recreation’s Club Sports program is once again raising money and awareness for breast cancer research, a disease that severely impacts students and their families.
Special Club Sports pink T-shirts will be sold at various Club Sports events during the month of October.
The Sport Club Executive Council will vote at their next executive meeting to select a charity to donate the funds.
Please visit the SIUE Campus Recreation website for a detailed list of Club Sport Home events in October.
For more information on how to donate and/or purchase a Club Sports pink T-shirt, please contact Natalie Hawkins at nrosale@siue.edu or 618-650-3242.
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Club Ice Hockey Pink in the Rink Game, Oct. 19 |
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Join us for the SIUE Club Ice Hockey’s Annual Pink in the Rink game scheduled on Saturday, October 19 vs. Bradley University.
D2 Hockey plays at 6:45 p.m. and D3 Hockey plays at 9:30 p.m. at the East Alton Ice Arena.
This year, Pink Ice Hockey jerseys will be available for purchase. Proceeds will be donated to a charity in support of breast cancer research.
The cost is $5 for general admission. FREE admission to SIUE Students with valid identification.
For more information, contact Natalie Hawkins, assistant director of Recreational Programs, at nrosale@siue.edu or 650-3242.
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Celebration of World Faiths Program, Oct. 19 |
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The Center for Spirituality and Sustainability is hosting "Worship for a Wounded Planet," this year's Celebration of World Faiths program:
6:30 p.m. - Doors open
7 p.m. - Program begins
Saturday, Oct. 19
Center for Spirituality and Sustainability (Fuller Dome)
SIUE Campus
This multi-faith worship service includes statements and scriptures from six faith traditions addressing their responsibility and mandate to care for the earth. Admission and parking in Visitor Lot B are free.
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Don't Miss Mock Interview Day, Oct. 22 |
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The Career Development Center will present its Mock Interview Day:
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 22
Career Development Center
Student Success Center, room 0281
618-650-3708
careerdevelopment@siue.edu
Are you ready for your next interview? You can find out by attending a Mock Interview with real recruiters, and get instant feedback on your interviewing skills. The mock interview is 45 minutes, with 30 minutes of interviewing and 15 minutes of feedback.
Please RSVP to reserve your time slot for this popular event. Gain confidence in your interviewing skills and call today!
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Student Government Trivia Night, Oct. 28 |
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Join the SIUE Student Government for Spooky Trivia Night:
7 p.m.-10 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 28
MUC Conference Center
Admission is free. Food, drinks, and prizes will be available. Come connect with fellow students and possibly connect with city officials. Register on GetInvolved.
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Annual Veteran's Day Luncheon Registration Deadline, Oct. 24 |
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Current and retired SIUE military students, faculty and staff, please join Student Government for the annual Veterans Day Luncheon:
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 8
Morris University Center, Meridian Ballroom
RSVP before Thursday, Oct. 24 online or call 650-3818.
The luncheon will include a full course meal and a guest speaker.
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Kindermusik Late Fall Enrollment, Registration Deadline Nov. 15 |
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Kindermusik announces its new 4-week class offerings.
For more information on classes and registration forms, visit siue.edu/kindermusik. A credit card online payment option is now available at siue.edu/suzuki/current-parents-students/index.shtml. In the "Select what you are paying" option, choose "Kindermusik" in the dropdown column. There is a percentage fee for credit card transactions.
Please note that your credit card payment must be made before or when you turn in your class registration form. If you do pay by credit card, please make that note on your registration form.
For any questions, please contact Ellen Singh at esingh@siue.edu or 618-792-6190.
“Sing & Play” (Level 1)
Class: Ages 1-3
Theme: On the Town with Bear
Tuition: $75 by Friday, Nov. 15
Tuition includes all class fees and a high-quality at-home materials package.
Class dates and times include:
Mondays at 6 p.m. - Nov. 11, 18; Dec. 2, 9
Thursdays at 11 a.m. - Nov. 14, 21; Dec. 5, 12
Saturdays at 10 a.m. - Nov. 16, 23; Dec. 7, 14
Lace up your sneakers, we're going out on the town! We'll visit the city and see what there is to see, then head out into the country to check that out, too. Bear will, of course, go over the mountain and go a-yodeling, too. You never know what adventures you'll have, when you're On the Town with Bear.
Please note: The non-refundable class fee is due in full with the registration form and confirms your space in the class. At least one participating adult must accompany the child(ren) in all classes. Please do not bring non-enrolled siblings.
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