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The following are news briefs about important activities and events happening at Eastern Michigan University.

Charles McGee

McGee
  • Energy - Charles McGee at 85: "Energy - Charles McGee at 85," a 60-year retrospective of Charles McGee's art, will be on display through Dec. 19, in Ford and University galleries. His work addresses the current environmental crisis and calls for respect among all ethnic, racial and religious groups. McGee has work displayed in hundreds of museums, private collections and galleries, including the Detroit Institute of Arts and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. McGee received The Kresge Foundation Award, which came with a $50,000 prize, in December 2008. A reception is scheduled Monday, Nov. 9, 4-7 p.m., University Gallery. McGee will give a talk at 5 p.m. For more information, call 487-1077 or 487-0465, or e-mail Jennifer Locke at jlocke1@emich.edu.
MLK statue

MLK bust

  • MLK call for academic program proposals: The EMU Martin Luther King Committee invites proposals for academic sessions to be offered as part of the MLK Day 2010 celebration. The theme for 2010 is "The Dream." The committee seeks academic sessions that explore, analyze or inform our understanding of Dr. King's legacy, and especially how individuals or groups have both interpreted and responded to Dr. King's dream through personal commitment — by "inserting themselves" into that dream and living it. Session content is neither "identity bound" nor "time bound," but may explore past, present or future across issues and populations, and can highlight struggles or successes in "inserting oneself" into Dr. King's dream. Proposals are due, in electronic format, by Nov. 18. For applications and directions for submissions, go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=uU4MEjlGNyRAKRl8Bi2j7w_3d_3d
  • Calling all faculty pack rats: Are you willing to share your tenure and promotion documents? If so, there is an educational use for them. Professor Betty Brown-Chappell, director of the McNair Scholars Program, and Professor Rosina Tammany, University archivist, are developing a course unit which will illustrate the work of EMU’s faculty. Brown-Chappell will teach this unit during the 2010 spring semester for the McNair Scholars, academically talented students in the Honors College whose goals upon graduation include doctoral study and ultimately, a faculty position. As first-generation college students, the McNair Scholars generally do not have the opportunity to find out what a faculty position in a college or university encompasses or how one would obtain tenure and promotion. If faculty donate a copy of their tenure and promotion documents, it will give the McNair Scholars an opportunity to learn how to research primary and secondary historical documents in an archives setting, as well as making a significant contribution to the Scholars’ knowledge base about an academic career. For more information, e-mail Tammany at rtammany@emich.edu or call 487-0020, extension 2301.
The Falconaires

The Falconaires

  • The Falconaires Big Band Jazz Concert: Military precision meets swinging jazz! The Falconairies are the U.S Air Force Academy's premiere big band jazz ensemble. They will perform a free concert Friday, Nov. 13, 7 p.m., Pease Auditorium. Tickets are required, but free. Tickets can be picked up at any local EMU ticket offices. For more information, contact Gregg Costanzo at 487-3045.
  • Education First Scholars Day: Eastern Michigan University offers an opportunity for high school seniors with a 3.3 GPA or higher to experience EMU's Education First environment firsthand. Education First Scholars Day is specifically designed for students who are not eligible for EMU's Presidential Scholarship Competition. The 2009-2010 Education First Scholars Days are scheduled Saturday, Nov. 14, and Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010. Students will have the opportunity to earn an academic scholarship or increase the amount of their academic scholarship. For more information, call 487-3060.
  • Poinsettia sale: The EMU Women's Association hosts their Annual Poinsettia sale. The profits from the sale are added to their scholarship fund. In April 2009, they awarded eight scholarships and almost $7,000. The deadline for orders is Nov. 18, with pick-up scheduled Dec. 3. This year they are offering 8 1/2-inch tri-color and 4-, 6- and 8 1/2-inch in red, white, or pink. They also offer decorated wreaths and garlands. You can choose from pine, cedar or mixed. All orders must be prepaid and the checks payable to the EMU Women's Association. If you do not wish to order, you may still make a contribution to the scholarship fund. For more information, contact Susann deVries at 487-0020, extension 2121.
  • Children's Institute fundraiser: The EMU Children's Institute Savory Sweets cookie dough and popcorn sale continues through Wednesday, Nov. 18. The 3-pound dough cost $10 per tub, due with the order. Approximately $4 from each tub will go toward Month of the Young Child events in April 2010. Items will be available for pick-up Wednesday, Dec. 9, in the afternoon, room 103, Rackham. For more information, contact Beth Kahl at 487-2348.
Toledo Zoo Lights

 
  • Toledo Zoo Lights Before Christmas: Join the EMU Office for Alumni and friends at the Toledo Zoo Lights Before Christmas Saturday, Nov. 21, 6-7:30 p.m. Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies with fellow alumni and friends while touring the amazing displays featuring 1 million lights with more than 200 animal images, strolling carolers, model train displays and even Santa himself. Advanced tickets are required. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under. Tickets include zoo admission and parking, refreshments, admission to the alumni hospitality station and a small gift for children. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact the Office for Alumni Relations at 487-0250 or e-mail alumni.relations@emich.edu.
  • Evans-Strand Diversity Prize: The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking nominations for the Evans-Strand Diversity Prize. This $1,000 prize is modeled after the Nobel Peace Prize and is annually awarded to recognize an individual for their significant contributions to enhancing understanding of and promoting unity among diverse populations at EMU. Open to students currently enrolled in or graduating in the 12 months preceding the semester of the award. The nomination deadline is Dec 1. Nomination forms are available at http://www.emich.edu/cas/stu-scholarships.html or the CAS Dean's Office, 411 Pray-Harrold. For questions, contact Diane Winder at 487-4348.
  • Distinguished Faculty Awards nominations sought: Nominations for the 2009 Ron W. Collins Distinguished Faculty Awards are now being sought. These awards give the University community the opportunity to recognize outstanding faculty who excel in their professional academic life. Awards are granted in the categories of: Teaching I, Teaching II, Research I , Research II, Service to the University and Creative Activity. The guidelines, deadlines and nomination forms for the 2009 Ronald W. Collins Distinguished Faculty Awards can be found on line at http://www.emich.edu/public/aa/faculty.html. Please share this information with the appropriate people and/or committees within your department or area. The awards will be presented at the Faculty Awards Ceremony March 24, 2010. For questions, contact Akosua Dow at adow3@emich.edu or call 487-0889.