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SIUE Adjusts 2018 Spring Commencement
SIUE is adjusting its Spring 2018 Commencement schedule to accommodate growth at the event and create an even better experience for the graduates and their guests.
“We are making a serious effort to ensure that all of the graduates’ family members and guests are able to see their graduate receive their degree in person, and have the most enjoyable experience possible,” said SIUE Chancellor Randy Pembrook. “We had reached a state where our growth was forcing some to view their graduates via video from another location within the Vadalabene Center because the arena was at maximum capacity, and we decided that adjustments were necessary.”
For the first time, SIUE will present Friday ceremonies during the day. The School of Business will begin the schedule with a 10 a.m. exercise on Friday, May 4 in the Vadalabene Center (VC). The School of Nursing will follow in the afternoon at 2 p.m. by combining both its traditional pinning and commencement exercises into one ceremony. The first day will conclude with the Graduate School at 6:30 p.m.
The School of Education, Health and Human Behavior (SEHHB) will start Saturday, May 5, in the VC at 8:30 a.m. The first of two College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) ceremonies will begin at 12:30 p.m. The School of Pharmacy will combine its traditional hooding and graduation ceremonies at 2:30 p.m. in the Morris University Center’s Meridian Ballroom. The second CAS ceremony will combine with the School of Engineering for the final exercise in the VC at 5 p.m.
Strategic projections utilizing past attendance foresee VC attendance figures surpassing 75 percent capacity for each of the various ceremonies.
“Commencement is the culminating experience for our students and their families,” Pembrook said. “We want everyone to enjoy this experience as a special moment in time, and we think these changes will help ensure that outcome.”
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Attend Today's Reception to Celebrate Dave Heth |
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Please join family and friends in wishing Dave Heth, director of Financial Affairs, best wishes as he retires after calling SIUE home for 24 years.
2-4 p.m.
2:30 p.m. special thanks to be given
Today
Morris University Center, Maple-Dogwood Rooms
Please mark your calendars and plan to join us as we celebrate Dave and all that he has done for SIUE!
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Attend the Next Lifelong Learning Presentations, Oct. 25 |
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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 SIUE campus.
Lifelong Learning Speakers Series presentations are Wednesday, Oct. 25 in the Morris University Center, Hickory-Hackberry Room:
10:30-11:45 a.m. "My Experience As An Asian Diplomat," presented by James Waller, retired foreign service officer with the U.S. Department of State
1:15- 2:30 p.m. "Batman: The History of the Dark Knight," presented by Stephyn Phillips, coordinator and lecturer, SIUE Speech Center
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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Help Beat SIUC in 2017 EcoChallenge |
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The Student Organization for Sustainability is building a #SIUEGreenTeam as part of the Northwest Earth Institute's 2017 EcoChallenge.
SIUE is competing with SIUC to see which campus is the #GreenerSIU. Points are earned when team members check in daily at https://goo.gl/guiV25/ to update their progress.
The competition runs through Wednesday, Oct. 25.
Students, staff and faculty are welcome to join at any point during the EcoChallenge.
The EcoChallenge is a great way to develop new behaviors that benefit both the environment and one’s self. It's also a terrific way to connect with other changemakers in the community.
Go to EcoChallenge to sign up. When you're prompted to join a team, search for the #SIUEGreenTeam.
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Please Note Tobacco Cessation Course, Beginning Oct. 26 |
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Are you, or someone you love, still smoking? Are you interested in kicking the habit once and for all?
SIUE and the American Lung Association are offering a Tobacco Cessation course beginning Thursday, Oct. 26.
If you have any interest, join us at the information session:
11:45 a.m.
Thursday, Oct. 26
Morris University Center, Board Room
Check out the HR benefits offered to SIUE employees regarding the Smoking Cessation Program.
For more information, please contact Cathy Passananti at cpassan@siue.edu or Riane Greenwalt at rgreenw@siue.edu.
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Chinese Visiting Scholars Discuss Research Interests, Oct. 27 |
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The Chinese visiting scholars, who are participating in the International Training Program in Pedagogy, will informally discuss their research interests:
10:45-11:45 a.m.
Friday, Oct. 27
Founders Hall, Room 0308
Feel free to come and go as your schedule allows.
Examples of research interests include control engineering, occupational health psychology, clothing culture, engineering applications of microwave technology, regional economic development, legal anthropology, international comparative education, family welfare services and database application technology.
For more information, contact:
Dr. Yuliang Liu, professor, educational leadership at yliu@siue.edu
Dr. Huaibo Xin, associate professor, public health at hxin@siue.edu
Dr. Tom Lavallee, associate professor, foreign languages and literature at tlavael@siue.edu
Gretchen Fricke, director, student services, School of Education, Health and Human Behavior at gfricke@siue.edu
Dr. Mary Weishaar, executive director, International Affairs at mweisha@siue.edu
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Bonnie Brueggemann is the Employee of the Month |
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Bonnie Brueggemann, benefits officer in the Office of Human Resources, is the recipient of the October Employee Recognition Award.
“SIUE holds a special place in my heart," said Brueggemann. "My mom has worked at the University since I was six years old, and my dad retired from here. I have been a student, a student worker, a graduate assistant and now a full-time employee. This campus feels like my second home."
“Bonnie’s work is excellent in all aspects," said Summer Murphy, Office of Human Resources benefits manager. "She has great customer service, is efficient with time, and continues to find ways to improve her skills. She will go above and beyond to help employees she serves, ensuring each one is treated the same regardless of the employee’s status or classification.”
"Working in Benefits has been a positive learning experience both professionally and personally," added Brueggemann.
For more information, contact Jen Oates-Blair at joatesb@siue.edu or 650-2127.
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Help Out with Annual "Give Thanks Give Food" Through Nov. 14 |
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Campus Kitchen at SIUE is once again hosting a food drive for “Give Thanks Give Food.”
This themed food drive will collect nonperishable and canned food donations that will be used to make Thanksgiving meal grocery bags for Community Hope Center clients in Cottage Hills.
Donations can be purchased at yougivegoods.com/siue-turkeypalooza-2017 through Wednesday, Nov. 1 for free delivery to Campus Kitchen at SIUE.
Additionally, donation boxes will be located in various campus locations in the Student Fitness Center, Kimmel Student Involvement Center, Lovejoy Library (Info Desk), Peck Hall and Rendleman Hall through Tuesday, Nov. 14.
Items requested for "Give Thanks Give Food" include:
Stuffing
Canned vegetables
Canned yams and potatoes
Instant mashed potatoes
Gravy
Macaroni and cheese
Applesauce
Canned fruit
Gift cards to grocery stores are also appreciated.
For more information, contact Melissa Bandy at mbandy@siue.edu.
Your support and generosity are much appreciated!
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SIUE Student Government Celebrates Veterans during Luncheon, Nov. 9 |
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The SIUE Student Government will sponsor its Third Annual Veteran's Day Luncheon:
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 9
Morris University Center, Second Floor Conference Center
Student Government invites all current active duty military and veteran students, faculty, staff and retirees to attend this luncheon. The event will include a fully catered lunch and keynote speaker.
We ask that all military and veterans please RSVP to attend, no later than noon Monday, Nov. 6.
The event is free to all active duty and veterans as a token of our thank you for your service. Space is limited and available on a first come, first serve basis.
Please register to attend.
For those who have any specific food needs, please email Ethan Massey at emassey@siue.edu.
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First Thanksgiving Food Drive for SIUE Students, Donate by Nov. 7 |
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SIUE prides itself on giving, but how does it feel to know that some of our own students are struggling with food insecurity?
Your department has the opportunity to help our students.
The Sociology Club and Student Organization for Sustainability are working on SIUE's first Thanksgiving drive for students, which will result in a campus pantry for students in need.
As the holidays approach and classes end, hunger does not take a vacation for many SIUE students and their families.
The Thanksgiving Food Drive is seeking to provide those in need with a bag of groceries to help make a thanksgiving meal.
Please consider donating one or more of the below food items:
Instant mashed potatoes
Rice
Canned green beans
Canned corn
Canned spinach
Canned greens
Cranberry sauce
Gravy (packet or jar)
Stuffing boxes
Canned meats
Monetary donation for fresh produce
Donation sites will be determined. In the meantime, please contact Jalela Mitchell at jalmitc@siue.edu or Dr. Connie Frey Spurlock in Peck Hall, room 1213 or cfrey@siue.edu.
All food donations are needed by Friday, Nov. 10.
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