Cougar Village Newsletter

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.

 

Plan to Attend the Graduate School Open House

According to the Council for Graduate Schools, a graduate degree can:

• Influence how fast and far you can advance in your career
• Increase your earnings and the amount of responsibility you assume
• Enhance decision-making responsibilities and career flexibility

Explore the possibilities at SIUE's Graduate School Open House

Wednesday, Oct. 16
11 a.m.-1 p.m. or 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Morris University Center, Meridian Ballroom

Find out more about:

• SIUE’s 140+ master’s programs, post-baccalaureate certificates, specialist degrees, doctoral degrees, and cooperative doctoral programs
• Our integrative studies program, which allows you to meet your career goals by integrating courses from two or three disciplines
• Graduate admission requirements
• Financial support, including graduate assistantships and competitive graduate awards 

Apply during the open house, and the $40 application fee will be waived!

 Register today!

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

SIUE Day Rally Week; enjoy FREE offers and incentives:

Oct. 7 –Hot 4 Yoga - Enter the raffle for a free month of Hot 4 Yoga, get a coupon for a free Hot 4 Yoga T-shirt, receive $25 for a one-month unlimited class pass!

Oct. 8 –1^st MidAmerica –Spin our prize wheel and enter for a chance to win various prizes!

Oct. 9 – The Reserve at Edwardsville – Stop by to say hello and enter to win a gift card and grab some FREE promo items!

Oct. 9 – Scott Credit Union – Visit our table use our Snapchat Geo-filter and take home a special giveaway (while supplies last)!

Oct. 10 – Pearl Vision - Visit Pearl Vision to obtain a $25 bonus towards a complete pair of Eyeglasses or RX sunglasses (valid only at Edwardsville location).

Oct. 10 – Bank of Springfield – Stop by the BOS table for a chance to win a $50 gift card from Mike Shannon’s Grill, Artisan 222 Bakery or Wang Gang.

Oct. 10 – Axis Edwardsville – Stop by to learn more about our luxe apartments and receive FREE cups and t-shirts!

LGBTQ+ History Month/National Coming Out Week Events!

October 7

LGBTQIA+ History Month Celebration

5:30 pm 

Mississippi/Illinois Rooms 

RSVP at http://tinyurl.com/SIUELGBTQIA  

CSDI is pleased to welcome renowned jazz musician Bryan Carter to SIUE as the featured speaker for the LGBTQIA+ History Month Celebration.  Carter will share his personal coming out story and the role that jazz has played in teaching him about love and self-acceptance.  Shortly after completing his musical training at The Juilliard School in New York City and still at the very outset of his career, Carter has already played with many notable artists including Wynton Marsalis and served as the house drummer for NBC’s “Maya and Marty” starring Maya Rudolph and Martin Short.  Light refreshments will be available.  For more information about Bryan Carter visit http://bryancartermusic.com

October 8

A Space for Healing: A Film and Discussion

5:30 pm

Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion

Please join us for a screening of "The Miseducation of Cameron Post."  The film is based on the novel by Emily M. Danforth and follows the main character as she is sent to a gay conversion therapy center.  A discussion will follow, led by Dr. Courtney Boddie, Director of Counseling Services.  

October 9

Coming Out Cupcakes with CSDI

11 pm -1 pm 

Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion

Stop by and celebrate Coming Out Week with CSDI and cupcakes!  Grab some free sweet treats and gather together to learn more about LGBTQIA+ History Month events.

October 11

National Coming Out Day

11 pm -1 pm 

Goshen Lounge, MUC

Celebrated each year on October 11, please join us for an opportunity to tell your coming out story on National Coming Out Day!  Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to stop by the Goshen Lounge to share their story on one of the poster boards.

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 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

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

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 2^nd 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.

2^nd 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

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.