Cougar Village Newsletter

This Week in Cougar Village

BINGO Night Sponsored by CVAC!
Happy Homecoming!
University Housing Announcements
Cleaning and Safety Inspections Begin Next Week!
Important Housing Information
Laundry Tips and Tricks!
Around the "e"
Alternative Spring Break!
Safe Zone
Student Academic Success Sessions
Career Development Center
Volunteers Needed for Career Fairs
Health and Safety Tips

BINGO Night Sponsored by CVAC!

Happy Homecoming!

Happy Homecoming!

Come celebrate the University, connect with the campus community and honor the memories made and accomplishments achieved at SIUE. For each day of homecoming, there are different events for everyone to attend. 

Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run

Start Date/Time: September 28, 2019 at 9:00 AM

End Date/Time: September 28, 2019 at 12:00 PM

Location: Birger Hall

Be part of SIUE's 4th Annual Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run! Community members, students and alumni are encouraged to participate. Race proceeds benefit SIUE Alumni Association Scholarships. Due to the popularity of this event, all participants are encouraged to register online prior to race day. All SIUE alumni will receive a $5 discount when registering! After the run, stay and enjoy family entertainment and a pancake breakfast. Breakfast is included in your race entry fee. Interested in participating in Cougars Unleashed? More information and registration.

18th Annual Chili Cook-Off

Start Date/Time: September 25, 2019 at 11:00 AM

End Date/Time: September 25, 2019 at 1:00 PM

Location: Stratton Quad

Student organizations and groups of friends serve up their best chili recipes! All money raised goes back to the student organizations (Sponsored by Campus Recreation). Chili will be judged throughout the event and a winner will be announced. The two categories are “Best Tasting Chili” and “Most Creative Chili”.  The community is encouraged to come out and purchase tickets to sample chili. Registration is only required for those entering chili for the competition.

Alumni Cougar Fan Zone

Start Date/Time: September 28, 2019 at 4:00 PM

End Date/Time: September 28, 2019 at 7:00 PM

Location: Korte Stadium

SIUE welcomes alumni, students, fans and friends to participate in the Cougar Fan Zone before the homecoming soccer game. This energetic event is located on the east parking lot at Korte Stadium. The Cougar Fan Zone opens three hours prior to the start of the homecoming game and ends at game time (4-7 p.m.).  All vehicles must park in the north lot at Korte Stadium. To ensure the safety of all Cougar fans Cougar Fan Zone Guidelines were developed. Guidelines will be enforced, please read all guidelines before the event. Alumni are encouraged to pre-register for the alumni tent. The alumni event will include a free concert featuring Dirty Muggs, inflatables, food and beverage, and lots of fun. Additional food and beverage will be available for purchase from a variety of food trucks and through beer concessions. We hope to see you there!

Check out all Homecoming events including SIUE Men's GolfWomen's SoccerWomen's VolleyballMen's Soccer and Club Football.

University Housing Announcements

Homecoming Laser Tag and Game Truck! 

RHA is sponsoring Laser  Tag and a Game Truck on Tuesday, September 24 from 7-10pm in the MUC Ballroom!  Students can play individually or with a team of friends. 

Show your Homecoming Spirit! 

All during Homecoming Week, September 23-27, you can stop by the Cougar Village Commons for a sweet treat if you’re wearing your SIUE gear!  It’s a great day to be a Cougar!

Community Conversation on Gender and Sexuality

Evergreen Hall Multipurpose Room

October 3rd, 5:00-6:00 PM

Pizza and Soda provided

Toilet Clogging?

To reduce the occurrence of your toilet clogging, University Housing Facilities Management recommends to only flush toilet paper.  Even though wipes, toilet cleaning wands, and personal item packaging states flushable, it is causing clogging issues. Paper towels should NEVER be flushed down the toilet.  

Facilities Issue?  Put in a work-order!

University Housing Facilities Management (UHFM) is the unit assigned to the development and maintenance of University Housing facilities and grounds. UHFM is responsible for repairing housing units, care of the grounds surrounding housing facilities performs snow removal, maintains the cleanliness of common areas and offices in University Housing buildings oversees pest control and much more.

In the event of any building or grounds related issues, Students need to initiate the repair by submitting a Maintenance Request to University Housing Facilities Management (UHFM). UHFM responds to student-initiated repair requests as a priority.  To complete a work order, click HERE!!!

Close your Windows!

Please keep windows closed while the air conditioning is on.

Open windows increase the humidity level in a space which may result in excessive condensation dripping out of vents or from the ceiling.  Thank you for your cooperation.

Cleaning and Safety Inspections Begin Next Week!

Cleaning and Safety Inspections will occur September 23 – September 26 and September 30 – October 3, 2019.

Below is the time and date of your building’s inspection. Please note that if you are not home during your allotted time, both an RA and a Professional Staff member (Community Director or Assistant Community Director) will key into your apartment to do the inspection. There will be a note waiting for you upon your return stating whether or not you passed your inspection. If you have failed the inspection, there will be a reason and you will be responsible for rectifying the situation within 48 hours. Your RA will be doing a follow-up with each of you. Please read the schedule below to learn more about when your apartment building will be inspected:

September 24th - September 27th

October 1st - October 4th

Buildings

Date

Time

Buildings

Date

Time

401

Monday, September 23, 2019

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

431

Monday, September 30, 2019

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

402

Monday, September 23, 2019

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

501

Monday, September 30, 2019

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

403

Monday, September 23, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

502

Monday, September 30, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

404

Monday, September 23, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

503

Monday, September 30, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

405

Monday, September 23, 2019

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

504

Monday, September 30, 2019

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

406

Monday, September 23, 2019

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

505

Monday, September 30, 2019

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

407

Monday, September 23, 2019

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

506

Monday, September 30, 2019

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

408

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

507

Tuesday, October 1, 2019

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

409

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

510

Tuesday, October 1, 2019

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

410

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

511

Tuesday, October 1, 2019

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

411

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

512

Tuesday, October 1, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

412

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

513

Tuesday, October 1, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

413

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

514

Tuesday, October 1, 2019

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

414

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

515

Tuesday, October 1, 2019

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

415

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

516

Wednesday, October 2, 2019

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

416

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

517

Wednesday, October 2, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

417

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

518

Wednesday, October 2, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

418

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

519

Wednesday, October 2, 2019

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

419

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

520

Wednesday, October 2, 2019

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

420

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

521

Wednesday, October 2, 2019

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

421

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

522

Wednesday, October 2, 2019

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

422

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

523

Wednesday, October 2, 2019

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

423

Thursday, September 26, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

524

Thursday, October 3, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

424

Thursday, September 26, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

525

Thursday, October 3, 2019

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

425

Thursday, September 26, 2019

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

526

Thursday, October 3, 2019

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

426

Thursday, September 26, 2019

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

527

Thursday, October 3, 2019

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

427

Thursday, September 26, 2019

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

528

Thursday, October 3, 2019

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

428

Thursday, September 26, 2019

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

529

Thursday, October 3, 2019

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

429

Thursday, September 26, 2019

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

530

Thursday, October 3, 2019

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

430

Thursday, September 26, 2019

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

531

Thursday, October 3, 2019

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

 

The following is a list of things that will be examined during inspection and what you should do to prepare. Please see your Living Guide for more clarification.

Bathroom:

  • Clean the bathtub/shower, tiles inside and outside the shower, and the shower curtain
  • Clean the toilet inside and out, the bottom of the basin, and around the floor
  • Clean the sink and counter, medicine cabinet, and all mirrors
  • Empty the trash and mop the floor

 

Bedroom/Living Unit:

  • Empty trash and clean floors
  • Keep the bedroom and living area neat and orderly

Dining Room and Living Room:

  • Dust all furniture and mop all floors including the hallway
  • Sweep rugs/carpet
  • Clean walls with a non-abrasive cleanser and a soft towel

Furnace Closet (applicable to 400 side, 500 side has no access):

  • Wipe down furnace and walls to eliminate dust
  • Dust off the door to the furnace close, inside and out, and sweep the floor
  • Do not use this area for storage

Kitchen:

  • Clean entire stove inside and out, top burners, broiler, over, and fan filter
  • Do NOT place aluminum foil under drip pans or on the bottom of the stove as this is a serious fire hazard!
  • Pull out stove, refrigerator, and moveable counter and thoroughly clean behind and under them
  • Was all dishes and take out all trash
  • Clean off all counter tops, including breakfast bar
  • Clean floors, cabinets, walls, and other surfaces

General Housekeeping:

  • All trash should be removed from the living unit, balcony or patio, and from around the living unit, including under the stairwell and in the breezeway
  • Trash cannot be stored in the building
  • Electrical outlets are fire hazards if left overloaded
  • Extension cords or speaker wires should not be placed across traffic areas or under rugs
  • There should be no decorations hanging from the ceiling, such as nets or paper
  • Dressers, desk, and bed ends (except to bunk beds) may not be stacked in any way due to safety considerations
  • Residents are responsible for items in the storage closets

If you have any questions, please contact your Community Director. Thank you for your cooperation during these inspections.

Important Housing Information

Toilet Clogging?

To reduce the occurrence of your toilet clogging, University Housing Facilities Management recommends NOT to use flushable wipes.  While the packaging states flushable, it is causing clogging issues.

Policies – YOU NEED TO KNOW!

As a resident of the Cougar Village, you are responsible for knowing the information, policies, procedures, and deadlines that are contained in the University Housing Living Guide.  To access the living guide, go to http://www.siue.edu/housing/pdf/SIUE-Housing-Guide-Final.pdf

Get protected!  Insure yourself and your belongings!

University Housing does not insure the personal property of residents. Residents are strongly encouraged to insure their personal belongings while living in University Housing. Students can look into renter’s insurance or their parent/guardian homeowners’ policy for potential coverage options.

SIUE is Smoke-Free, Tobacco Free, Nicotine Free

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has implemented the Illinois law that prohibits smoking and all tobacco-related products into its policies and procedures.

To view SIUE’s Smoke-Free Campus Policy, click here.

 

Laundry Tips and Tricks!

Around the "e"

Campus Election Engagement Project seeks Institutional Fellows!

Campus Election Engagement Project (CEEP) National Fellowship Director, has agreed to authorize funding for a fall 2019 Institutional Fellow at SIUE. Institutional Fellows receive training and support from CEEP staff, in this case, our GA Michelle Black and Jacob Wilson, and a campus advisor to select a project aimed at institutionalizing voter engagement on campus. Fellows work an average of 10 hours per week through early December and will be part of a cohort of Fellows on campuses across the country. Fellows will take part in weekly check-in calls to share ideas and get support as they carry out their projects. Institutional Fellows receive a $500 stipend and gain valuable experience. If you are interested in this Fellowship Opportunity please contact Assistant Director of Community Engagement, Carolyn Compton at cacompt@siue.edu. There is also a Voter Engagement Summit (free of charge- lunch included – 10:00 am – 4:30 pm - September 12th) that is highly encouraged the chosen candidate would attend.

Come to the Tutoring Resource Center for help with your math, science, and business questions!

Regular Tutoring Resouce Center Hours are:

Monday through Thursday         8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Friday                                      8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Saturday                                  9:00 am – 12 noon

Sunday                                     4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Alternative Spring Break!

Alternative Spring Break Information Session – SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR ALL TRIPS!

Date and Time: Tues., Sept. 24th -- Project Jamaica at 1:30 pm & Domestic Trips at 2:30 pm

Location: International Room

Date and Time: Thurs., Sept. 26th – Domestic Trips at 3:00 pm & Project Jamaica at 4:00 pm

Location: SSC 0200

Application Link: https://getinvolved.siue.edu/submitter/form/start/339893

Safe Zone

Student Ally Training

Friday, October 25 from 4:00-6:00 PM

Mississippi Room, MUC

Deadline to sign-up is 4:30 PM on Monday, October 21

Sign up at the following link: https://forms.gle/yc59YQGiWxhdet8v8

Student Academic Success Sessions

SASS Calendar - Fall 2019

Career Development Center

Career Development Center

Please stop by and check out the Career Development Center located in the basement of the Student Success Center, room 0281.  We can help you with your resume, cover letters, job search, LinkedIn accounts, graduate school personal statements/application, mock interviews, and much more.

Upcoming Fall Events

October Career Fair

October 2    College of Arts and Science, School of Business and ALL non-teaching majors

October 3    School of Engineering

BOTH DAYS located in Meridian Ballroom from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

**Optional: LinkedIn Headshots 12:30-1:30 p.m.**

Professional attire required and bring copies of your resume!

A list of attending employers can be found on the CDC website: http://www.siue.edu/careerdevelopmentcenter/students/events.shtml

IT Career Fair

Thursday, October 3

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

MUC 2nd Floor Conference Center

**Optional: LinkedIn Headshots 12:30-1:30 p.m.**

Professional attire required and bring copies of your resume!

A list of attending employers can be found on the CDC website: http://www.siue.edu/careerdevelopmentcenter/students/events.shtml

Mock Interview Prep Workshop**

Thursday, October 17

3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Career Development Center

Prepare for your Mock Interview with this workshop.  You will get helpful tips on interviewing attire, resumes, and more!  Don't wait, RSVP for this event today by calling the Career Development Center at 618-650-3708.

Mock Interview Day**

Tuesday, October 22

9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Career Development Center

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.  This is a very popular event and you will need to RSVP for your time slot!  Gain confidence in your interviewing skills and call today!

Pharmacy Career Fair

Wednesday, November 20

12:00 – 3:00 p.m.

MUC 2nd Floor Conference Center

Professional attire required and bring copies of your resume!

A list of attending employers can be found on the CDC website: http://www.siue.edu/careerdevelopmentcenter/students/events.shtml

Pharmacy Residency Showcase

Wednesday, November 20

3:30 – 5:00 p.m.

School of Pharmacy Student Learning Center

Stop by to talk to representatives from various Residency Programs. A list of attending residencies can be found on the CDC website: http://www.siue.edu/careerdevelopmentcenter/students/events.shtml

Financial Matters: Ask an Expert

Tuesday, November 12

2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

2nd Floor MUC, Mississippi/Illinois Room

This is a round table event that you can come and go as you wish.  Talk to the experts of your choice with no obligation to buy any products. Examples of topics in the past are: work benefits, salary negotiations, insurance basics (home, auto, renters, professional), paying off student loans, budgeting and prioritizing financial goals, mortgage and car loans, wise use of credit cards, identity theft, life insurance, investments, banking basics, and credit reports.

**Call to RSVP to attend these events.

 Career Development Center

618-650-3708

Email: careerdevelopment@siue.edu

Website: www.siue.edu/careerdevelopmentcenter

Volunteers Needed for Career Fairs

Volunteer Opportunities to help at the fall career fairs!

Would you like a chance to network with employers before or after the career fair?

We have a great volunteer opportunity for students to help at the career fair.  This gives students a chance to network with employers before and after the career fair. Students get a chance to make that first impression or leave that lasting impression with employers.  Students will be helping employers with a variety of tasks like helping employers in from the parking lot, walking employers to their career fair table, showing them where everything in located, and helping them pack everything up at the end of the career fair.  Students may also help at the registration tables for employers and/or students.

We need students for the below dates and times:

October Career Fair/I.T. Career Fair

October 2 and/or 3 - You can volunteer for one or both days

8:15 to 10:30 a.m. 

10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

MUC Meridian Ballroom

If you are interested in volunteering please contact Carrie Smolar at csmolar@siue.edu. Please put in the body of your email the date(s) and time(s) that you would like to volunteer.  If you have any questions, please call the Career Development Center at 618-650-3708.

Health and Safety Tips

Sign up for e-Lert today!

What is e-Lert? 

SIUE's e-Lert is a text messaging service that will be used to quickly notify faculty, staff, and student cell phones when an urgent situation, such as a bomb threat, severe weather, hostile intruder, or when the University closes due to inclement weather. There is no cost to register for the alerts; however, standard rates may apply if your cell phone plan does not include text messaging.

How do I register for SIUE e-Lert?

If you are a student, faculty, or staff member, you can register by clicking the "Sign Up Now" link and entering your active e-id, password, and cell phone number. Each time you are notified to change your e-id password, you will also be given an opportunity to enroll, update your cell phone number if it has changed, or cancel your registration with the system.

You will still receive alerts as long as you have the same cell phone number.

Rave Guardian

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) now offers the Rave Guardian app for its students and their families. Rave Guardian is one of the best ways to not only improve personal safety but also protect your friends by building a private safety network. This app provides instant communication with friends, family, campus safety, and even 9-1-1.

SIUE encourages all students throughout campus to utilize the app to network with friends and help increase the overall safety and security of the entire student body. An important part of the Guardian app is that students can use it not only to keep themselves safe but to help protect others. Even students who may not feel as if they need others to help keep them safe can utilize the app to be a guardian and help protect their friends.

Download Rave Guardian and Become a Guardian on Campus

Download Rave Guardian for Free The app is available for free on the Apple or Google app store.

Use Rave Guardian to Protect Yourself and Others

Set a Safety Time – Notify people you trust to check in on you if you are alone or in an unfamiliar place.

Manage and Message Your Guardians – Invite family, friends or others to be your Guardian, and communicate with them within the app as needed.

Easy Emergency Communication – Call safety officials directly for help if you are in trouble and send text tips – including photos – if you see something suspicious.

Rave Guardian is a proven personal safety solution used on campuses across the country. To learn more, visit siue.edu/emergency.