SPECIAL NOTICES:

* EMU-ONLINE LAUNCHES MOBILE APP: Through the use of smartphones, online learning at EMU just got easier! A new option is now available to students using Android or Apple phones with app functionality. The new app provides another option for students to participate in discussions, view course announcements and even grades for their online classes. For more information on the mobile app view the official press release. If you or any of your students are experiencing issues in downloading or using the app please send an email to emuonline@emich.edu.

* HELP NEEDED TO WELCOME 1,600 HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO CAMPUS: The Michigan DECA will host two district conferences on Thursday, January 10 and Friday, January 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The conferences are an excellent way for area high school students to interact with EMU faculty and staff and to experience part of the "college experience" during their day on campus. Faculty and staff that assist will evaluate the students as they react to entry level business and marketing case situations. Please contact Dave Wait at 487-3322 or email at dwait@emich.edu for more information or to assist during one of the conferences.

MARTIN LUTHER KING HUMANITARIAN AWARDS: Each year, the University presents the Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Awards at the MLK President's Luncheon. The 2013 luncheon will be held on Monday, January 21. These awards recognize individuals from within the University and the surrounding community who exemplify the values and ideals of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Nominations for the 2013 Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Awards are currently being accepted.

Non-Student Award

Nominations for the Humanitarian Award for non-students must include: (1) a letter of nomination, (2) two letters of support, and (3) a CV/resume of the nominee. Completed nomination materials must be received by the Office of Government and Community Relations (207 Welch Hall or via e-mail to LGreden@emich.edu) by Monday, January 7, 2013, at 5:00 p.m.  Only completed applications will be considered.  Late applications will not be accepted.

Student Award

Nominations for the Humanitarian Award for an EMU student must include: (1) a completed application, (2) a short essay, and (3) one letter of support from an EMU faculty or staff member.  The application, requirements and more information can be found at Humanitarian Award Scholarship Information and also at the Office of Financial Aid (403 Pierce Hall). Completed application materials must be received by the Office of Financial Aid (403 Pierce Hall or via e-mail to fa_scholarships@emich.edu) by Friday, January 11, 2013, at 5:00 p.m.  Only completed applications will be considered.  Late applications will not be accepted.

YEAR-END GIFTS: The end of the year is quickly approaching and The Foundation is asking for your assistance so that they can process year-end gifts in a timely manner. If you have any checks delivered to your office, be sure to include the envelope when sending them to the EMU Foundation for receipting. The IRS requires EMU to prove delivery by December 31, 2012 in order to process a 2012 tax receipt. All gifts that arrive to individual departments during the holidays should be delivered to the EMU Foundation on or before the end of the business day, Monday, January 7, 2013 to receive a 2012 tax receipt. Please direct any questions to Cherie Burkheiser, Midge Elkins or Garima Sharma at The Foundation at 484-1322.

SKANDALARIS BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION ACCEPTING ENTRIES: The Center For Entrepreneurship is accepting entries for the 2013 Skandalaris Business Plan Competition. Students from across campus are encouraged to enter their plans for the chance at thousands in prize money. Finalists will present their plans to a live audience at the Sesi Midwest Entrepreneurship Conference February 8 at the EMU Student Center. The deadline for submitting plans is January 11, 2013. Students can get more information and submit their plans online at Skandalaris Business Plan Competition.

WINTER 2013 TUITION WAIVER DEADLINE: The deadline for submitting tuition waivers for Winter 2012 is Wednesday, January 16, 2013. All tuition waivers must be submitted to the Benefits Office, 140 McKenny Hall. You can also fax your waiver to 487-4389. Tuition waivers submitted after Wednesday, January 16, 2013, will not be submitted for approval. For questions, contact Helene Neely at 487-3195, or hneely@emich.edu.

GRADUATE RESEARCH FAIR NOMINATIONS: The 15th Annual Graduate Research Fair will be held on Monday, March 18, 2013. The online nomination process for students to present is open. Go to Graduate Research Fair for more information. This event is a showcase of graduate student research and creative academic activities and includes oral presentations and poster displays using a professional conference format. Application deadline is January 18, 2013. Email Susan Anderson with questions at susan.anderson@emich.edu or call the Graduate School at 487-0042. (01/18) 

UNDERGRADUATE SYMPOSIUM NOMINATIONS: January 15, 2013 is the closing date for students to complete the online nomination process to presentation at the 33rd Undergraduate Symposium. The March 22, 2013 Symposium is a showcase of EMU student research and creative academic activities through oral presentations, poster displays or Design Expo exhibits. Go to Symposium Nomination Submission for more information or contact Wendy Kivi with questions at wkivi@emich.edu or call 487-3198.