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CAB's Springfest 2017 Begins Today
The Campus Activities Board's Springfest 2017 is scheduled to run through Thursday, April 20.
This year's theme is "Cougars in the Outfield."
One of the events will include a lip sync battle:
6 p.m.
Today
Morris University Center, Meridian Ballroom
In order to increase school spirit and morale, CAB has added a faculty and staff portion to the lip sync competition. Departments are being asked to enter a team into the battle. Your routine does not need to be long and can be from 45 seconds to one minute.
There will be a $50 prize for the winning department.
Springfest is the longest running annual event on campus. This event features such traditions as a giant banana split in a canoe, an outdoor activities fair and cougar karaoke. Each year features a different theme, which is accompanied by themed events.
For more information, contact Casey Vaclavik at cvaclav@siue.edu, Andrea Keller at andkell@siue.edu or call 650-2686.
For a detailed schedule of events, visit Springfest 2017.
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SIUE Cougar Store Shows its Appreciation to Faculty and Staff |
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Please join us for some upcoming events and specials at the SIUE Cougar Store throughout the month of April!
• April Genre Sale: Poetry and After Graduation Prep - select titles 40% off
• For the future or “little” Cougars in your life: Melissa and Doug Toys Sale - 40% off all Melissa and Doug items
• First day of graduation regalia pick-up - Today
• Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week - Monday-Saturday, April 17-22: 20% off most SIUE imprinted items
• Sidewalk Sale - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, April 25
Also, find us on Facebook to get updates on our Item of the Week and other promotions we share!
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Enjoy Today's Summer Camp Showcase |
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The Office of Human Resources will host the Summer Camp Showcase:
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Today
Morris University Center, Conference Center
At the Summer Camp Showcase, SIUE employees can get information about summer programs, including those being offered by the University and surrounding area businesses.
Come out and speak with camp staff and explore the options available for your child this summer.
For more information, contact the Office of Human Resources at 650-2190 or email Benefits at benefitshr@siue.edu.
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Department of English Language and Literature Presents Dr. Jana Giles |
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The Department of English Language and Literature will present:
Dr. Jana Giles, of the University of Louisiana at Monroe
“Can the Sublime Be Postcolonial?: Aesthetics, Politics, and the Environment in Amitav Ghosh’s The Hungry Tide”
6-7 p.m.
Today
Peck Hall, Room 2409
The presentation is free and open to the public.
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Come Celebrate Nancy Ufert Fairless at her Retirement Reception, April 18 |
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Donate to Campus Kitchen at SIUE's Food Drive |
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Campus Kitchen at SIUE is hosting a food drive through Wednesday, April 19 to assist in restocking its food supply.
This food drive will collect dry and canned food donations that will be used to continue our efforts in creating balanced meals for those who need it most in the St. Louis Metro area.
Donations can be purchased now through April 19 for free delivery to Campus Kitchen at SIUE.
For more information, contact Sarah Laux at slaux@siue.edu or Melissa Bandy at mbandy@siue.edu.
Your support and generosity are much appreciated!
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Participate in the Annual FitFest, April 19 |
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It's time again for SIUE's annual FitFest: Health, Wellness and Fitness Expo:
4-7 p.m.
Wednesday April 19
Student Fitness Center
Highlights for this year’s event include free fitness demos, local health and wellness vendors with giveaways, and free fitness assessments!
The Department of Applied Health will perform the fitness assessments, which are baseline measurements of body composition, flexibility, muscular strength and blood pressure.
Students participating in fitness assessments and visiting six of the health and wellness vendors will receive a FREE t-shirt (for students only, while supplies last)!
Please be sure to bring your University ID to the event.
For more information or a copy of the event flyer to send to students, contact Sam Wetherell at 650-3274 or swether@siue.edu.
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The Drowsy Chaperone on Stage, Beginning April 19 |
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The Drowsy Chaperone, a book by Bob Martin and Don Mckeller and music and lyrics by Lisa Lambert and Greg Morrison, will be on SIUE's stage:
7:30 p.m.
Wednesday-Saturday, April 19-22
2 p.m.
Sunday, April 23
Dunham Hall Theater
The production is directed by Dr. Marc Schapman and the musical director is Jon Garret
General admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, non-SIUE students, SIUE retirees, alumni, faculty and staff.
SIUE students with valid ID get in free, while supply lasts!
For more information, contact the Theater & Dance Box Office at 650-2774 or visit Dunham Hall, Room 1042B
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Plan to Attend Reception to Honor Dr. Denise Cobb and Rich Walker, April 20 |
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Chancellor Randy Pembrook cordially invites you to a reception honoring Dr. Denise Cobb and Mr. Rich Walker on their appointments as provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs and vice chancellor for administration, respectively.
2-4 p.m.
Thursday, April 20
Morris University Center, Mississippi-Illinois Room
Refreshments will be served.
Cobb and Walker have dedicated their distinguished careers to SIUE, and we are proud to recognize their new appointments.
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SIUE Alumni Association Alumni Happy Hour, April 20 |
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Join the SIUE Alumni Association for an alumni happy hour:
5-7 p.m.
Thursday, April 20
Schlafly Bottleworks
7260 Southwest Ave.
Maplewood, Mo.
Register today.
This is a great opportunity to see friends, network and meet more alumni in the area. Two free drink tickets will be provided.
For more information, contact Cathy Taylor at cattayl@siue.edu or 650-5176.
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Plan to Attend Fred Thompson's Retirement Celebration, April 21 |
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Janice Sunderland Receives April Employee Recognition Award, April 24 |
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Janice Sunderland, office support specialist in the Departments of Computer Management and Information Systems (CMIS) and Accounting, is the recipient of the April Employee Recognition Award.
Please join us in congratulating Janice as the Employee of the Month:
11 a.m.
Monday, April 24
CMIS Department
Founders Hall, Room 2310
You can also send Janice a congratulatory email at jsunder@siue.edu.
“Wonderful events that come so unexpectedly are often those most cherished. Being selected as Employee of the Month is definitely one of those events," said Sunderland. "I am so fortunate to work with such outstanding faculty members in both CMIS and Accounting. They have been so kind and patient and always make me feel much appreciated.”
“I can think of no one who is more deserving of this award than Janice Sunderland," said Dr. Anne L. Powell, CMIS Department chair and professor. "Her prompt attention to problems, her great organizational skills, and her motivation to make the work lives of everyone around her easier, have made her the most outstanding office support specialist at SIUE.”
For more information, contact Jen Oates-Blair at joatesb@siue.edu or 650-2127.
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