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Be a Part of the Conference: Race Dynamics & Racism on Today’s Campus
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.
See you there!
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Don't Miss Today's Fall 2017 Safe Zone Ally Training |
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Safe Zone will be offering Ally Training for faculty and staff:
10 a.m.-Noon
Today
The goal of training is to provide attendees skills and understanding for supporting the LGBTQIA community.
You must pre-register to attend this training. Space is limited, so sign up now!
What is Safe Zone?
Safe Zone is a community of people who:
- Will be understanding, supportive, and trustworthy if LGBTQIA people need help, advice, or just someone to talk to.
- Will not tolerate homophobic, heterosexist, cisgenderism comments and actions but will address them in an educational and informative manner.
- Have attended Safe Zone training and have information on campus and community resources.
Mission and Goals of Safe Zone:
Safe Zone's mission at SIUE is to develop a campus community of allies and provide support to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, and ally (LGBTQIA) students, faculty, and staff with the ultimate goal of developing SIUE as a safe and welcoming place for LGBTQIA people.
For more information, contact Dr. Shelley Price-Williams at shewill@siue.edu.
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Get Your Seasonal Flu Vaccine, Alton Clinic Today |
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Health Service is hosting a Walk in Flu Shot Clinic for faculty, staff, retirees and students.
There will be a dedicated Flu Shot Clinic at the Alton campus:
Today: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Employees covered under a State health plan:
Health Service is able to provide flu shots to employees and retirees who are the primary insurer in a State sponsored insurance plan at no charge. Employees must document the last four digits of your social security number, present your University ID and your state health insurance card in order to receive the vaccine at no charge. Retirees must present your state health insurance card and document the last four digits of their social security number in order to receive the vaccine at no charge.
Employees not covered under a State health plan:
Health Service is able to provide your flu immunization at a cost of $30 (cash or check) from SIUE Health staff.
Please plan to wear clothing for easy access to the upper arm injection site.
WALK-IN Flu Shot Clinics will be available in the Lower Level of the Student Success Center. In order for us to continue to provide dedicated nursing service to our students during this time, we will use the meeting rooms close to our clinical office. There will be signs to identify the appropriate place.
Friday, Oct. 13: 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-3:30 p.m.
For more information on the importance and benefits of receiving a flu shot, please visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website: cdc.gov/flu/about/season/flu-season-2017-2018.
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Try Out the Farmer's Market on the Quad Today |
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Curious to see a portion of what you may be missing each Saturday morning in downtown Edwardsville at the Goshen Market? Hungry for fresh fruit and vegetables? Looking for a unique gift?
Then come to the Edwardsville Farmer's Market:
4-6 p.m.
Today
On the Quad
The first 100 students will receive a reusable grocery bag with coupons to local businesses and market vendors.
Students, faculty, staff and community members are welcome to browse more than 20 vendors selling tie-dyed clothes, soaps, flowers, fresh cookies, cinnamon rolls, bread, eggs, meat, cupcakes, chocolate candies and more!
Come listen to live music, enjoy a relaxing yoga session on the green and be ready for an evening of sustainability focused fun.
See you at the market!
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Attend the Next Lifelong Learning Program, Oct. 11 |
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The SIUE Office of Educational Outreach invites you to attend the fall 2017 Lifelong Learning Speakers Series every Wednesday on the campus of SIUE.
Come out for these new Lifelong Learning Speakers Series presentations:
10:30-11:45 a.m.: "Remembering the Veteran’s Experience," presented by Amy Wilkinson, SIUE project director of Teaching with Primary Sources
1:15-2:30 p.m.: "Nutrition for Seniors," presented by Jennifer Zuercher, PhD, assistant professor and program director for SIUE's Nutrition Program
Wednesday, Oct. 11
Morris University Center, Hickory/Hackberry Room
The cost is FREE for alumni and students, with valid identification, $5 for the public and $2 for Lifelong Learning members
You don’t want to miss this exhilarating semester jam-packed with presentations that are sure to inform and educate!
To view the fall brochure or to become a Lifelong Learning member, please visit our website or contact coordinator, Eboni Thompson at 618.650.3233.
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Participate in Clothesline Project to Speak Out Against Sexual Assault, Oct. 11 |
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Professor Emeritus Johnetta Haley Speaks on Campus, Oct. 11 |
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SIUE's Black Playwright Festival is hosting a series of events this week.
One of its highlights include:
"Sitting at the Feet of an Elder," Professor Emeritus Johnetta Haley shares her life story
1:30 p.m.
Today
Lovejoy Library, Friends’ Corner
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Professor Kathryn Bentley Directs August Wilson's "Gem of the Ocean," Oct. 11 |
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August Wilson’s "Gem of the Ocean," directed by Kathryn Bentley, associate professor of performance, will be on stage:
7:30 p.m.
Wednesday-Saturday, Oct. 11-14
and
2 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 15
Katherine Dunham Hall Theater
Tickets are general admission. SIUE students with a valid ID get in for FREE.
The cost to attend "Gem of the Ocean" is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, SIUE retirees, alumni, faculty and staff and non-SIUE students.
Tickets can be purchased by calling the Theater and Dance Box Office at (618) 650-2774 or visiting the Box Office in Dunham Hall, Room 1042B.
For more information, send a meage to theater-tickets@siue.edu.
Wilson's work is part of SIUE's Black Playwright Festival. Other events include:
Immediately following the Oct. 13 performance there will be a post-show discussion, “African American History and the Long Sojourn for Freedom,” which will involve the show’s director and cast. Dr. Jessica Harris, associate professor in the Department of Historical Studies and director of Black Studies at SIUE, will moderate the disscusion.
Enjoy a screening of “The Ground on Which I Stand,” a look at August Wilson, followed by a panel discussion.
The screening:
3 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 14
Katherine Dunham Hall Theater
All Festival activities are FREE.
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Attend the Underground Utilities Solutions Conference, Oct. 12 |
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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.
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Plan to attend SIUE’s Graduate School Open House, Oct. 18 |
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11 a.m.-1 p.m. or 5-7 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 18
Morris University Center, Meridian Ballroom
Find out more about:
- SIUE’s 100+ master’s programs, post-baccalaureate certificates, specialist degrees, doctoral degrees and cooperative doctoral programs
- 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!
Learn more and register for the Graduate School Open House.
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Register by Oct. 31 for SIUE’s Annual Ski Trip to Colorado |
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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.
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