Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017

Conversations @ STEM is a time for conversations about a variety of topics relevant to teaching and learning. Each session will have a different subject, and an open invitation for anyone in the SIUE community to participate, along with a few suggested articles for those who want to delve a little deeper.

If you want to receive copies of the optional background articles, contact Colin Wilson at colwils@siue.edu. 

Noon-1 p.m.
Today
Vadalabene Center, STEM Center, room 1304

The first conversation of the 2017-18 academic year will be about discussion groups themselves. What makes a good community and how is it maintained? In what ways can a strong community of practice benefit an academic department or administrative group? Bring your thoughts and hear others.

Next Conversations @ STEM:
Teaching Controversial Topics
Wednesday, Oct. 18

The Office of Human Resources' Life To Go Series Presents:

“How Does Social Security Affect SURS Employees?” presented by the SUAA SIUE Chapter

Noon-1 p.m.
Today
Morris University Center, Missouri Room

The SUAA SIUE Chapter will present the video “How does Social Security affect SURS employees?” featuring a public relations specialist from the Springfield Social Security Office.

This informative video includes a valuable Q&A session and clarifies how the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) may impact you.

Space is limited, so please RSVP by emailing Bonnie Brueggemann at bbruegg@siue.edu.

Campus Recreation’s Club Sports program will once again raise money and awareness for Breast Cancer research, a disease that severely impacts students and their families.

Special Club Sports pink t-shirts will be sold at various Club Sports events during the month of October. The Sport Club Executive Council will be voting at their next meeting to determine which charity to donate the funds. 

Please visit the SIUE Campus Recreation website for a detailed list of Club Sport home events in October.

For more information on how to donate and/or to purchase a Club Sports pink t-shirt, please contact Natalie Hawkins at nrosale@siue.edu or call 618-650-3242.

7:30 a.m. - coffee and refreshments

This free Fall Conference will be a time to talk about the issue of addressing race, racism and other acts of hate on our campus. We can all become change agents. The conference will utilize case studies of different events that happen on college campuses.

Space is limited.

Click here to register.

The School of Engineering and The American Society of Civil Engineers Student Chapter will host an Underground Utilities Solutions Conference through the Department of Educational Outreach for four professional development hours:

8 a.m.-Noon
Thursday, Oct. 12
Morris University Center, Maple/Dogwood Room
Please register.

The conference will cover the following topics:

• Drainage Pipe Material Selection for the Real World
• Revitalizing the Underground in Downtown St. Louis with Civil Construction
• The Process for Gas Main Extensions
• Overview and Design of Cured-in-Place (CIPP) for Gravity Sewers, Storm Drains and Culverts 
• Trained Inspectors for Trenchless Rehabilitation Projects

For more information, contact Cindy Cobetto at cgorsag@siue.edu. 

Provost Denise Cobb has made available funding for Excellence in Undergraduate Education (EUE) program projects to be completed in by June 30, 2018.

The priorities for this special program will be to fund support projects that pilot or implement high-impact practices (or high-impact community engagement practices) in programs and broad disciplines in which such practices are not common nor well-developed. Further information about high-impact practices can be found at aacu.org/leap/hips.

The processes and guidelines for this special EUE funding opportunity will follow those already established for the EUE program (see siue.edu/eue). The deadline to submit an online application is Friday, Oct. 13. Proposals will be reviewed and awards announced by Monday, Oct. 23. Proposals must include a timeline that assures full implementation and evaluation are completed by June 30, 2018.

Address any questions about potential projects and application procedures to Wayne Nelson, EUE coordinator, at wnelson@siue.edu.

Plan to attend: "Immigrants In Our Midst: Here To Stay Conference"

10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 13
Morris University Center, Conference Center
Please REGISTER.

Panels and breakout sessions include:

• Changing Demographics
• Updates to DACA, Legislative Fixes, and Legal Hot Topics
• Community Policing and Community Organizing
• Access to Health
• Career Development
• Frequently Faced Roadblocks

The cost is $15 in advance or $20 the day of the event. 

There is free parking, and a light lunch will be provided.

7-8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 18
Edwardsville Public Library
Dr. Stacie Kirk, associate professor, Department of Teaching and Learning
Dr. Jeremy Jewell, professor, Department of Psychology

The nationwide shortages of special educators and school psychologists have far-reaching consequences. Join us for an evening of short presentations by SIUE professors and a time to converse about academic programs and local services that aim to address the needs of children with disabilities.

More information is available in this SIUE News Story.

Don’t miss SIUE Campus Recreation’s annual ski and snowboard trip to Copper Mountain, Colorado.

Registration and full payments are due by Tuesday, Oct. 31. 

Arrival: Sunday, Dec. 17

Checkout: Friday, Dec. 22 

The cost is $595 for faculty, staff, alumni and guests. The price includes a four-day lift ticket and five night’s mountain lodging. Ski/snowboard rentals, lessons and extra day lift tickets are available at an extra charge. Transportation is not included. 

For more information, contact the Student Fitness Center Reception Desk at 650-2348.