Woodland Hall Newsletter

Close your Windows!

Please keep windows closed while the air conditioning is on.

Open windows increases 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.

Facilities Issue?  Put in a workorder!

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 first priority.  To complete a work order, click HERE!!!

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.

Visit these sites for more information, Smoking Cessation Program, American Cancer Society and Centers for Disease Control. The Illinois Department of Central Management (CMS) may also offer smoking cessation reimbursement for those that complete an eligible program. Contact CMS at (800) 442-1300 for more details.

Ten tips for being green on-campus

1. Turn off lights and turn down the thermostat

2. Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs

3. Enable sleep settings on monitors/computers and turn off copiers, computers, printers, fax machines, etc. when not in use

4. Turn off water when washing hands, brushing teeth and washing dishes

5. Walk, bike or use public transportation to get to campus, and beyond

6. Choose campus dining facilities that are "green"

7. Reduce, reuse and recycle

8. Buy EnergyStar electronics and appliances

9. Purchase environmentally friendly products - recycled content paper, nontoxic cleaning supplies, local food, etc.

10. Educate yourself and others about your ecological footprint

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

Regular Tutoring Resouce Center Hours are:

Monday through Thursday         8am – 7pm

Friday                                      8am – 3pm

Saturday                                  9am – 12 noon

Sunday                                     4pm – 7pm

Manual Cinema Performs "No Blue Memories:  The Life of Gwendolyn Brooks"

Manual Cinema performs “No Blue Memories: The Life of Gwendolyn Brooks” on Friday, Sept. 13, 7:30 p.m. in the Dunham Hall Theater. FREE tickets for SIUE students at the MUC Welcome Desk. More info at artsandissues.com.

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

Nursing Career Fair

Monday, September 9

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

MUC 2^nd Floor Conference Center

Stop by to network with employers about open positions or see an employer presentation.  Employers will be presenting 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 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

Cougar Career Closet

Wednesday, September 11

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

MUC 2^nd Floor Conference Center

The Cougar Career Closet Clothing Giveaway is to help provide students with professional attire needed for an interview, career fair, a conference, or networking event.  The attire was generously donated from faculty, staff, alumni, and employers to help students succeed!  Please stop by to pick up gently used professional attire for your next career event!  We have areas for you to try on the clothes!  Don’t forget your cougar card ID for registration!  *Please note that clothing supplies are limited and based on the donations received. FOR SIUE STUDENTS ONLY!

Pre-Career Fair Crash Course**

Thursday, September 19

2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

SSC 1201

Does the career fair seem overwhelming to you?  Then you need to attend this workshop to make the most of the upcoming career fair.  Hear tips on what to do before, during, and after the career fair.  Please call the Career Development Center at 618-650-3708 to reserve your spot today!

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 2^nd 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 you 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!

Volunteer Needs:
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:

Nursing Career Fair

September 9, 2019

9:45 – 11:15 a.m.

MUC 2^nd Floor Conference Center                                                                                                

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.

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.

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 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 Your 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 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.