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TWO FROM EMU NAMED FOR 2002 MILKEN EDUCATOR AWARD

Stacie Smith, a fifth-grade teacher at William Davison Elementary School in Detroit, and Jennifer Murphy, a fifth-grade teacher at Sayre Elementary School in the South Lyon district, each recently received one of the 2002 Milken Family Foundation National Educator Awards.

The award carries with it a $25,000 unrestricted prize and numerous faculty development opportunities. Awards were made in surprise ceremonies at their respective schools.

Smith received her B.S. degree in 1997 from EMU, prepared as an elementary teacher with majors in science and social studies. She has worked at Davison since that time. "Stacie's leadership skills and eagerness to master the curriculum have been demonstrated in countless ways," said Phyllis Ross, her principal. "Stacie is a wonderful, creative, self-motivated instructor. Her love for the children is evident as she is constantly trying a fresh new approach to stimulate and pique the curiosity of young learners."

Murphy is pursuing a master's degree in educational administration at EMU. She has taught at Sayre since 1996. "It is an absolute pleasure to walk into Jennifer's classroom. She convinces her students to make their classroom a place of respect where learning comes first," said Walter Herrala, her principal. "She has a vision of quality education for children and all of her work goes into making that vision fulfilled, not only for her students, but for all the children of Sayre."

Smith and Murphy are the 23^rd and 24^th known EMU alums to receive the Milken Award since it began in the state in 1990.

SIX PROSPECTIVE TEACHERS AMONG PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARS

Each EMU student designated as a Presidential Scholar receives a four-year, full-ride academic scholarship worth more than $45,000. Fourteen such persons were recognized in ceremonies on October 12. Of the fourteen, six have plans to become a K-12 teacher. They are:

Will Chapman, a graduate of Livonia's Churchill High School, who plans to become a teacher of history and/or mathematics.

B.J. Enright, a graduate of Plymouth Salem High School, is a prospective teacher of social studies with a minor in Spanish. He is also interested in a master's degree in educational administration.

Erin Loomer plans to become a teacher of English as a Second Language. She is a graduate of Novi High School.

Megan Papke is a prospective teacher of special education, with interests in the visually impaired and the hearing impaired. She is a graduate of Allen Park High School.

Tim Pritchard, a prospective teacher of music, is a graduate of Taylor's Truman High School.

Michelle Williamson is a prospective secondary teacher. She is a graduate of Plymouth Salem High School.

FACULTY/STAFF NOTES

Joe Bishop's paper, "o si mysli eši a Slováci o demokracii," (What Czechs and Slovaks Think About Democracy) has been published in Obanská výchova v globalizujicí se spolenosti (Citizenship Education in the Globalization of Society). This publication is the proceedings of an international conference held last year in Olomouc, the Czech Republic.

Lidia Lee is the author of the chapter on "Psychoacoustics" in the recently released Audio Transducers, published by Gedlee.

Ellen Hoffman and Marcia Mardis (doctoral student, lecturer) presented "The National SMETE Digital Library for Teachers: Realizing a New Paradigm" at the AACE World Conference on e-Learning in Montreal last week.

Joe Bishop's paper, "Marginal Roamers Sedentarized: Slovak High School Views Toward Roma (Gypsies)," is under consideration for inclusion in an ERIC database.

Ellen Hoffman and doctoral student (and lecturer) Marcia Mardis organized and presented the "K-12 Educational Workshop" for the NSF National Science Digital Library recently in Boulder, CO.

At the fall conference of the Teacher Education Council of State Colleges and Universities, held last week in Indianapolis, Jerry Robbins not only conducted the session for new and aspiring deans but appeared on a panel discussing techniques of "advocacy."

Ron Williamson was recently in Jamestown, NY, where he worked with the school district on the redesign of their middle school program. While there, he was interviewed by the local media and appeared on local television, radio, and in the newspaper, commenting on the state of contemporary middle schools.

Lynne Rocklage presented at the Closing the Gap conference in Minneapolis last week.

John D. Tonkovich recently served as a CARF medical rehabilitation surveyor for a rehabilitation hospital program in Chattanooga, TN. (CARF is the accreditation body for rehabilitation programs.)

Ellen Hoffman represented the National Science Digital Library (NSDL) in New York City at the conference on Establishing Relationships Between Educational Publishers and the NSDL.

Shel Levine and Jeff Armstrong attended the Mid West regional conference of the American College of Sports Medicine.

Gary Banks attended a meeting of the MAHPERD Safety Guidelines for Physical Educators committee in Lansing. The committee is preparing a text, for which Banks will write a chapter on legal issues. The book is being produced in collaboration with the Ontario Physical and Health Education Association. Banks will attend the OPHEA annual meeting to further this work.

Lizbeth Stevens participated in a workshop in Lansing sponsored by the Communication Aids Manufacturers Associations-those organizations that provide equipment for individuals with severe communication impairments. She also attended a workshop in Clinton Township on "Curriculum-Based Language Assessment and Intervention." Stevens is working with Nickola Nelson (WMU) and Maureen Staskowski (Macomb ISD) to revise the guidelines for delivery of services to speech and language impaired school-age children.

Jerry Robbins represented EMU at the dedication ceremonies for the new building for the School of Education and Human Services at Oakland University.

Today, Don Staub will address the Oakland County Gardening Club's monthly luncheon meeting. Staub will speak on "Using Michigan Plants in Creating Natural Dyes for Wool Yarns."

Beth Johnson presented "An Evening with Thea Logian: Juxtaposing Best Practice with Biblical Principles" at Ward Presbyterian Church in Northville.

Jerry Robbins conducted a concert of the Ypsilanti Community Band last Thursday at Washtenaw Community College. Jon Margerum-Leys, assistant conductor, performed with the group and directed one number.

Vic Chiasson presented "Developing Your Team's Creative Talent" to Cohort III of Leadership EMU.

Carolyn Finch is the chair of the EMU Women's Association Scholarship Committee.

Merri McClure celebrated her 34^th year of service as an EMU employee.

SUSAN RINK NAMED COE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

Susan Rink has been named full-time Director of Development for the College of Education. Rink assumed her duties on October 1. She was formerly in charge of annual giving efforts for the EMU Foundation. Rink's office is in 310 Porter.

Rink becomes the COE's first full-time development officer in a number of years. An employee of the EMU Foundation, she reports jointly to the Foundation and to the dean of the COE.

Rink replaces Alice Preketes, whose time was divided among the COE, the College of Health and Human Services, and other responsibilities. Preketes is now the full-time Director of Development for the College of Health and Human Services.

KDP BOOK SALE

Pi chapter of Kappa Delta Pi will sponsor a Scholastic Book Sale on October 22-24, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. each day. The sale will be held in the Geddes Town Hall Schoolhouse. Proceeds will go toward supporting chapter programs, including assisting the chapter's adopted elementary school in Detroit. Those with EMU ID can take advantage of "Buy Four-Get One Free." In addition to books, posters and other items will be for sale. Credit cards and checks will be accepted.

STUDENT NOTES

Susan Clevenger, Amanda Fuciarelli, Christine Layman, Carolyn Schwedt, and Shannon Siegwald attended the Mid West regional conference of the American College of Sports Medicine.

Graduate student grant-writing workshops will be held on November 13 (3:30-5:00 p.m.) and November 14 (5:00-6:30 p.m.).

ALUMNI NOTES

Steven Gaynor is the new superintendent of the Bloomfield Hills district.

During the EMU Recognition of Excellence ceremony on October 12, several high school teachers were recognized as "Exceptional Educators." These included: Tim Heim '83, '91, a counselor at Saline High School; Amy Six-King '96, '97, a teacher of government at Owosso High School; and Faye Valtadoros '98, a teacher of Japanese at Lakeview High School, Battle Creek.

SHORT NOTES

Academic advising surveys will be distributed during the week of November 4 through all sections of SPGN 251, SPGN 510, RDNG 310, RDNG 311, EDPS 677, and EDPS 687. For additional information, contact Shawn Quilter, Interim Assistant Dean.

David Imig, president of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, has prepared an interesting short paper on issues related to the attacks on traditional, campus-based teacher preparation. This is on the COE web site at http://www.emich.edu/coe/newhome/page004.html under "Leading to Campus Plans. . . ."

OPPORTUNITIES AND EVENTS

(For a complete list, see http://www.emich.edu/coe/newhome/opportunities.html)

October 21-25-Comer School Development Program 101 Leadership Development Institute, Crowne Plaza, Detroit Metro Airport, Romulus. For information, 734.487.6837.

October 21-Michigan Department of Education public hearing on proposed "model standards for out-of-school time programs in Michigan." Holiday Inn South, Lansing, 4:15-6:00 p.m. For information, www.michigan.gov/mde, click on keywords, then on Model Standards.

October 22-24-KDP Scholastic Book Fair/Sale, Town Hall Schoolhouse, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. each day.

October 22-"Coffee With the Dean," 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Porter 3^rd floor, Staff/Faculty Lounge. Information session on M. A. program in Reading, 4:00-6:00 p.m., Monroe.

October 23-COE Council meeting, 2:00 p.m. Information session on M. A. program in Curriculum, 4:00-6:00 p.m., Livonia. Methods Faculty Dinner, Porter 301 B/C, 5:00-7:00 p.m. By invitation.

October 24-30-EMU observance of International Week.

October 24-25-5th Annual Michigan Charter Schools Conference, Hyatt Regency-Dearborn, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For information, www.charterschools.org.

CALLS FOR PAPERS/PROPOSALS

(For a complete list, see http://www.emich.edu/coe/newhome/proposals.html)

October 23-deadline for proposals for dedicated time for faculty for proposal development. For guidelines and cover sheet, see http://www.gradord.emich.edu/downloads.

THEME STATEMENTS

Caring professional educators for a diverse and democratic society. (CPED²S) (Initial program)

EMU advanced professional education programs develop leaders who demonstrate reflective thought and scholarship within the context of a culturally diverse society. In addition, the ___ program _______. (advanced programs)

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