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This Month in CAS: February 2022
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This Month in CAS
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Monday, February 28, 2022
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- A Message from Dean Kevin Leonard
- Professor Howard Rambsy, II, PhD, Earns SIUE’s Distinguished Research Professor Rank
- Scholarships Support Nontraditional Student’s Pursuit of Dream Career
- Difference Maker DiSalvo Helps Students Explore Purpose and Realize Potential
- PAPA Adds Professional Leadership Strategies Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
- SIUE Black Theater Workshop’s “From Jimmy, To America: An Ode to James Baldwin”
- Segue Airs Sundays at 9 a.m. on WSIE 88.7 The Sound
- Send Us Your News!
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A Message from Dean Kevin Leonard
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Dear Colleagues,
As this month ends, the attention of the world has been drawn to Ukraine, where a Russian invasion began on February 24. The College of Arts and Sciences’ statement of Desired Characteristics & Capabilities of Graduates states that the College fosters the development of citizenship, encouraging participation in the local, national, and global community, sensitivity to the welfare of others, and an appreciation of democratic values. I hope that all of you have been following the news from Ukraine as participants in the global community. I know that we all are concerned about the welfare of the people of Ukraine, particularly the civilians who now find their towns and cities under attack. And I know that we all support the preservation of democracy.
Read Dean Leonard's full letter.
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Professor Howard Rambsy, II, PhD, Earns SIUE’s Distinguished Research Professor Rank
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The distinction and award only add to what many at SIUE and elsewhere believe and feel about Howard Rambsy II, PhD – that he is an illustrious educator with years of innovative scholarship, culturally-based research, creative teaching and substantial mentoring to his credit.
Rambsy, known for his depth of expertise and experience in the field of African American literary studies, has achieved the University’s highest academic rank of Distinguished Research Professor. He achieved the recognition in fall 2021, making him the first Black professor at SIUE to do so.
Read the article.
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Scholarships Support Nontraditional Student’s Pursuit of Dream Career
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Dana McLennan exemplifies her belief that “it’s never too late to live your dreams.” The 47-year-old earned a bachelor’s in mass communications with a journalism concentration during the fall 2021 commencement ceremonies.
“I am not your typical college student,” she said. “I have children who could themselves be attending college at this very moment. I have grandchildren who are saving for their future education.”
Two generous scholarships helped lighten McLennan’s financial load in the 2020-21 academic year. She received both the Rising Communicators Scholarship and the Buezetta Meyer and Charlot Hentz Scholarship.
Read the article.
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Difference Maker DiSalvo Helps Students Explore Purpose and Realize Potential
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“I want students to know that it’s okay to feel overwhelmed and vulnerable, but I also want them to be hopeful for the future.” This mindset that acknowledges current challenges and projects a bright future is that of “SIUE Difference Maker” Susanne DiSalvo, PhD, assistant professor in the Department of Biological Sciences.
DiSalvo is among numerous faculty, staff and students who were nominated via social media as Difference Makers for the inspiration and support they offer others. As the world works through challenges presented by the ongoing pandemic, these influential humans stand out more than ever.
Read the article.
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PAPA Adds Professional Leadership Strategies Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
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CAS' Department of Public Administration and Policy Analysis (PAPA) has announced a new Professional Leadership Strategies Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, which can be completed online in less than one year. The certificate is designed to prepare administrators to become better leaders regardless of where they are in their careers or organization, and offers leadership training that has applicability for professionals in any field through a series of specially designed courses offered in a compact format.
“Too often professionals will find themselves being promoted or appointed into a position of leadership without having been prepared to lead,” said Drew Dolan, PhD, program director and professor in the Department of Public Administration and Policy Analysis. “The Professional Leadership Strategies certificate is constructed to train individuals to be prepared to lead in current positions and for future opportunities. The course materials have immediate applicability and lifetime value.”
Read the article.
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SIUE Black Theater Workshop’s “From Jimmy, To America: An Ode to James Baldwin”
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The Department of Theater and Dance, Black Theater Workshop (BTW), Black Studies Program, and Arts & Issues series presented three productions of the NU-World Contemporary Danse Theatre’s “From Jimmy, To America: An Ode to James Baldwin” Feb. 11-13 in SIUE’s Metcalf Theater.
“Hosting the Nu-World Contemporary Danse Theatre for this year’s Black Theatre Workshop was a tremendous experience for both BTW students and their audiences,” Kathryn Bentley, associate professor in the Department of Theater and Dance and director of the Black Studies program and the IMPACT Academy. “The production was creatively conceived and beautifully performed. It left audiences in awe of the exquisitely talented dancers, the power of Baldwin’s words, and the timeliness of the message. I am beyond grateful that we were able to embark on this collaboration.”
Read the article.
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Segue Airs Sundays at 9 a.m. on WSIE 88.7 The Sound
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Segue is a 30 minute radio program airing on WSIE 88.7 The Sound on Sundays at 9 a.m. and is hosted by Kevin Leonard, PhD, CAS dean, as well as Chancellor Randy Pembrook, PhD. This show features interviews showcasing campus and community leaders and discussions about issues and ideas on the SIUE campus and within the College of Arts and Sciences.
Some recent guests include:
Listen live at siue.edu/wsie.
Listen to past episodes at siue.edu/segue.
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