DEGREE COMPLETION/RETENTION PLAN: The campus community is invited to provide their feedback on the comprehensive Degree Completion/Retention plan being developed for our campus. Over the next few weeks, a number of focus groups are planned to provide the opportunity for you to provide feedback. If you cannot attend a focus group session, an online survey tool is available to everyone to make sure we gather your thoughts and comments regarding the initial draft proposals. We welcome your focus group attendance or online feedback on as many of the seven areas of concentration as hold your interest.
As a thank you for attending a focus group session, students will receive a $10 gift certificate to a local coffee shop. Attendees at faculty/lecturer and staff/administrator focus groups sessions will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card (one for each constituency).
DEADLINE FOR WOMEN IN PHILANTHROPY GRANT IS OCT. 13: Women in Philanthropy at EMU will be accepting grant applications through Sunday, October 13 for the 2013 grant year. Applications must be submitted using the online template on the WIP-EMU website at http://www.emich.edu/wip-emu. For assistance, check the application guidelines on the website or contact Kelly Quilter at kquilte1@emich.edu.
OPEN FORUM FOR FINALISTS FOR THE DIRECTOR OF THE DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER POSITION: The Search Committee for the Director of the Disability Resource Center position would like to invite the campus community to interact with and provide feedback for the final three candidates for this important position. Each candidate will have a brief presentation and an open forum which will include a question and answer session. The times and locations for the sessions are:
Presentation/Open Forum for Students, Faculty and Staff:
- Mr. Randall Ward: Thursday, October 3, 2:15 - 3 p.m., room 310B, Student Center
- Dr. Robert Cunningham: Friday, October 4, 3:15 - 4 p.m., room 320, Student Center
REQUIRED MIOSHA TRAINING FOR ALL EMU AND STUDENT EMPLOYEES: MIOSHA has updated the Hazard Communication Standard (Employees Right to Know) by adopting the Global Harmonization System. These changes to the standard require all employees to receive updated training by the December 1, 2013 deadline. Please plan to attend one of the following mandatory training sessions:
- Monday, October 7, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., Strong Auditorium
- Wednesday, October 9, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m., Strong Auditorium
- Monday, October 14, 9 - 10 a.m., Strong Auditorium
- Wednesday, October 16, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m., Strong Auditorium
- Tuesday, October 22, 6 - 7 a.m., room 201, Pray-Harrold
- Wednesday, October 23, 4 - 5 p.m., room 201, Pray-Harrold
- Monday, October 28, 4 - 5 p.m., room 201, Pray-Harrold
- Wednesday, October 30, 9 - 10 a.m., Strong Auditorium
If you would like to schedule a training session for your department, please contact Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) at 487-0794 or environmental_health_safety@emich.edu. EHS will work with departments to ensure all EMU employees are trained by the deadline.
CAMPUS SAFETY AWARENESS & HAZARD COMMUNICATION TRAINING: All new employees of the University are required to participate in the Safety Awareness & Hazard Communication Training presented by Environmental Health Safety (EHS). Please plan to attend one of the following sessions. All training sessions will be held in room 300, Halle Library.
- Thursday, October 10, 8:30 - 10 a.m.
- Thursday, October 24, 1:30 - 3 p.m.
- Monday, November 11, 8:30 - 10 .m.
- Tuesday, December 10, 8:30 - 10 .m.
Please register at environmental_health_safety@emich.edu or call 487-0794.
OPEN FORUM FOR FINALIST FOR THE DIRECTOR OF THE DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER POSITION: The campus community is invited to interact with and provide feedback about Paul Ballard, one of the final candidates, today, October 2, 2:15 - 3 p.m., in room 310B, Student Center. There will be a brief presentation and then an open forum which will include a question and answer session.
EMU'S AMERICAN MARKETING ASSOCIATION MEETING: The College of Business welcomes Matt Warren, from Domino's today, October 2, 4 p.m., in room 110, in the COB. Please visit College of Business Events homepage for the complete list of events. For questions or additional information, please contact Lindsey Gothard at 734-891-0441 or email at lgothard@emich.edu.
UPWARD BOUND: HELPING HANDS: Come hear about "Upward Bound: Helping Hands", a new EMU student organization designed to assist local high school students who want to realize their dream of attending college today, October 2, at 5 p.m., at Bob's Lake House. Food and beverages will be served.
MUSLIM JOURNEYS SERIES PRESENTS DOCUMENTARY FILM: The Muslim Journeys Series presents the documentary film "Koran By Heart" tonight, October 2, 7 - 9 p.m., in room 300, Halle Library. In this 80-minute documentary, three 10-year old children leave their native countries to participate in one of the Islamic world's most famous competitions, a test of memory and recitation known as The International Holy Koran Competition. As the competition reaches its climax, Koran By Heart offers a compelling and nuanced glimpse into some of the pressures faced by the next generation of Muslims. Please contact Lisa Klopfer at 487-2521 or email at lklopfer@emich.edu with questions. Additional information can be found at http://guides.emich.edu/muslimjourneys. The event is free and open to the public and LBC approved.
SUBMISSIONS IN EMU TODAY: Please note, EMU TODAY is an internal daily e-blast sent to faculty and staff. To submit an announcement or post an event, please forward your entry electronically to emu_today@emich.edu. Please be sure to format your entry with a title and include a description of the event, where the event will be held (room and building), the date and time, and a contact name, phone number and/or e-mail address. For questions, contact Debra Johnson at 487-2484.
NOTE: An asterisk denotes a new item.
Lectures and Meetings
THE FAITHS OF THE POSTWAR PRESIDENTS: FROM TRUMAN TO OBAMA: EMU welcomes guest speaker David Holmes, from the College of William and Mary on Thursday, October 3, 7 p.m., room 204 in Pray-Harrold. LBC credit is available. Sponsored by Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society and the Department of Political Science. Please contact Edward Sidlow at 487-3113 or esidlow@emich.edu with questions.
EMU'S AMERICAN MARKETING ASSOCIATION MEETING: The College of Business will host the following meetings with guest speakers in room 110, in the COB.
- Laneisha Gann, from Quicken Loans on Wednesday, October 9, 4 pm.
- Tour of Quicken Loans on Friday, October 11. Further details will be forthcoming.
- Jennifer Whitted, a small business owner on Wednesday, October 16, 4 p.m.
Please visit College of Business Events homepage for the complete list of events. For questions or additional information, please contact Lindsey Gothard at 734-891-0441 or email at lgothard@emich.edu.
AGING STUDIES PROGRAM PRESENTS ANNUAL FALL LECTURE: The Aging Studies Program will present their annual fall lecture on Wednesday, October 9, 4 - 6 p.m., in ballroom B of the Student Center. This lecture will trace the evolution of approaches to dementia care as reflected in 1) changing philosophic orientations toward the care of elders with dementia and 2) scientific advancements in nursing and related fields over the past three decades. Major theories and models addressing care of individuals with dementia and management of associated behavioral issues will be reviewed with emphasis on the scientific evidence for them. Thoughts about emerging challenges and opportunities as they may affect the future of dementia care will also be offered. Presented by: Donna Algase, PhD, RN, Associate Dean of Research and Evaluation at the University of Toledo. The event is free. Please contact Andrea Zakrajsek with any questions at 487-3220 or azakrajs@emich.edu.
2013 PSYCHODYNAMIC RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM TALK: Please join the Psychology Department for Wilma Bucci's lecture on "Multiple Levels of Interaction in Therapeutic Communication: Between Patient and Therapist and Within Each Patient" on Wednesday, October 23, 9:30 - 10:45 a.m., room G03, Halle Library. Bucci will examine the processes of communicating emotional experience between therapist and patient in the theoretical framework of multiple code theory, which includes sub-symbolic and symbolic verbal and nonverbal codes, and cover adaptive as well as maladaptive forms of dissociative processes. She will also discuss communication on multiple levels, including embodied communication as well as linguistic forms. For additional information, please contact Ashley Stauffer at 487-1155 or astauffe@emich.edu.
Seminars and Workshops
GROUP DIALOGUE SESSIONS AT THE FACULTY DEVELOPMENT CENTER: DialoguEMU is your chance to talk about important issues on our campus in a group setting with fellow students, faculty and staff members. The discussions will take place from 12:30 - 1:45 p.m., in room 300, Halle Library. Below are the dates:
- Thursday, October 10
- Thursday, October 24
- Thursday, November 7
- Thursday, November 21
- Thursday, December 12
Snacks will be provided and your input is always welcome. Please visit the Faculty Development Center Events to learn more. LBC approved. Contact Bethany Fort at 487-2530 or email at aavp_fdc@emich.edu for questions.
LUNCH AND LEARN SESSIONS: EMU Human Resources is pleased to offer the following Lunch and Learn Sessions for the Fall 2013 semester:
- UAW 1976 PE/PT/PS Contract - Thursday, Oct. 17, 12 - 1 p.m., in the HR Training Suite
- UAW 1976 PE/PT/PS Contract - Wednesday, Oct. 30, 12 - 1 p.m., in the HR Training Suite
- Personal Safety Strategies: Useful Strategies/Awareness/Options to Avoid Becoming a Victim - Wednesday, Nov. 6, 11 - 1 p.m., room 330, the Student Center
- Ladders of Inference - Thursday, Nov. 14, 12 - 2 p.m., room 301, Student Center
- Imagine You! - Wednesday, Nov. 5, 12 - 2 p.m., room 301, Student Center
- Conflict Management - Thursday, Dec. 5, 12 - 2 p.m., room 301, Student Center
- EagleMail Tips & Tricks - Wednesday, Dec. 11, 12 - 2 p.m., room 110, Halle Library
Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch with them to the session. Please visit the Human Resource Lunch and Learn Program for a complete description of each session. Registration for these sessions is completed through Survey Monkey. If you have any questions, please contact Allison Gordon at 487-3430 or email at hr_tod@emich.edu.
Activities and Events
RETIREMENT RECEPTION FOR BETTY BROWN-CHAPPELL: The campus community is invited to attend a retirement reception for Betty Brown-Chappell on Friday, October 4, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m., in room 300 in the Student Center. In lieu of personal gifts, please consider a donation to support the Brown-Chappell Honors Student Endowed Scholarship. Donate online at bit.ly/Brown-Chappell. Please RSVP to Lisa McClees at lmcclees@emich.edu or call 481-2334 by Friday, September 27.
STUDY ABROAD FAIR: Learn more about the study abroad program at the Fall Study Abroad Fair on Tuesday, October 8, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the grand ballroom in the Student Center. Sign-up for a raffle to win a $500 award applicable to any 2014 EMU study abroad program fee. For more information, contact Academic Programs Abroad at 487-2424 or programs.abroad@emich.edu.
JOIN THE CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP FOR A MEET & GREET: Please join the Center for Entrepreneurship on Thursday, October 10, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in suite 401 at the College of Business. Learn about our programs including the Skandalaris Business Plan Competition, the Sesi Entrepreneurship Conference and the Elevator Pitch Competition. Discuss Student Service Learning projects with faculty and meet Students from the CEO Club. Refreshments will be served. No RSVP needed - just stop by anytime. All EMU students are welcome. Please contact Paul Nucci at pnucci@emich.edu if you have questions.
FASHIONALITY'S FASHION SHOW: Tickets are now on sale for the fashion runway show, La Dolce Vita, The Sweet Life, on Thursday, October 10, 7 p.m., in the Grand Ballroom in the Student Center. The fashion show has sold out every year and tickets will not be sold at the door. Giveaways from the Detroit Pistons, The Body Shop and many more! General admission tickets are just $5 and can be purchased at all EMU ticket box offices. For questions, please contact Shecari Sorrells at 734-657-2251 or email at ssorrell@emich.edu.
LEARN ABOUT WATER QUALITY AND HELP EMU'S VISION'S GREEN: Have you ever wondered who puts the "No Dumping Drains to River" stickers on all of the catch basins on campus? Vision's GREEN will host their semi-annual storm-drain labeling event on Saturday, October 12, 1 - 4 p.m., starting in room 204 of the Student Center. GREEN will explain how proper stormwater management can improve our rivers, streams and lakes and then volunteers will help label storm drains and identify broken catch basins on campus in order to update our campus maps. This event is LBC approved. Volunteers will receive a lunch voucher which can be used at to purchase food at the Lobby Shop or Wendy’s located in the Student Center. Please RSVP by sending an e-mail to vis_GREEN@emich.edu or join the GREEN Facebook Page.
FALL MAJOR FEST: The University Advising and Career Development Center (UACDC) will be hosting the Fall Major Fest on Monday, October 14, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Student Center Ballroom. The Fall Major Fest gives students an opportunity meet with faculty, staff and academic advisors in a casual, fun atmosphere to learn more about the various majors/minors available at EMU. As an extra bonus, students can earn LBC credit. Also, there will be games to win small prizes. Students also enter themselves into raffles to win bigger prizes (EMU T-shirts, gift certificates, etc.). Questions and concerns regarding the event can be directed to Molly Thornbladh at 487-3149.
CAMPUS LIFE PRESENTS GUEST SPEAKER JON MEACHAM: Campus Life is please to present Jon Meacham on Tuesday, October 15, at 7 p.m., in the Student Center Grand Ballroom. Pulitzer Prize-winning author and contributing editor at TIME, Meacham is one of America's most prominent public intellectuals. Known as a skilled raconteur and an accomplished historian with a depth of knowledge about politics, religion and current affairs, he understands and analyzes how issues and events impact modern life. Meacham’s latest presidential biography, Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power , is a #1 New York Times bestseller. The event is free event and open to the public. For more information, contact Campus Life at 487-3627 or visit campuslife.emich.edu or fb.com/EMUcampuslife.
PARENTS AND FAMILY WEEKEND: Parents and Family Weekend offers a wonderful way to experience the excitement of EMU's campus. Several events, ranging from theatre to sports, are scheduled Friday, October 18 - Sunday, October 20 for the entire family. Below is a list of the events planned:
Friday, October 18:
- 10 a.m. - Dance Forum Choreography Show at Warner Gym (Free)
- 7 p.m. - Chamber Choir Concert at Pease Auditorium (Free)
- 8 p.m. - Screening of "Grown Ups 2" Movie in the Student Center Auditorium (Free)
- 9 p.m. - Fiddler on the Roof at Quirk Theatre ($15/ticket)
- 10:30 p.m. - Screening of "Grown Ups 2" Movie in Student Center Auditorium (Free)
Saturday, October 19:
- 1 p.m. - EMU Football vs. Ohio at Rynearson Stadium ($5 with promo code "PARENT")
- Band Day and Color Guard Competition
- 7 p.m. - Fiddler on the Roof at Quirk Theatre ($15/ticket)
Sunday, October 20:
- 4 p.m. - Symphony Band and University Choir Concert at Pease Auditorium
MUSLIM JOURNEYS: RECEPTION AND EXHIBIT: Janice Terry, Prof. Emerita of EMU will introduce the Muslim Journeys collection and an Arab American National Museum exhibit highlighting the lives of Arab Americans on Sunday, October 20, 2 p.m. at the Ypsilanti District Library located on Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti. The exhibit is in collaboration with EMU Library. The event is free and open to the public. Please visit http://guides.emich.edu/muslimjourneys for more information or contact Lisa Klopfer at lklopfer@emich.edu.
WASHTENAW COUNTY ANNUAL FREE HAZARDOUS WASTE DROP-OFF EVENT: The Washtenaw County Home Toxic Reduction Program will have a regional environmental cleanup/free hazardous waste drop-off day on Saturday, October 26, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at EMU's Rynearson Stadium. County members and EMU students can bring materials such as; traditional recyclables, electronic equipment, freon appliances, household hazardous materials such as paint, oil, & cleaning supplies, old furniture or tires. Please contact 734-222-3827 for additional information or for questions on what to do with hazardous materials on campus, call the Physical Plant at 487-3591.
PORTER CHAIR SPEAKER SERIES WELCOMES FILMMAKER DAN HABIB: Please join the College of Education as they welcome Dan Habib on Wednesday, November 6, 7 p.m., in the auditorium in Roosevelt Hall for a screening and panel discussion. Habib's latest film,"Restraint and Seclusion: Hear Our Stories," documents the devastating and traumatic experiences of students in public schools resulting from these practices. Habib is the Filmmaker in Residence at the Institute on Disability at the University of New Hampshire and is the former photography editor of the Concord (NH) Monitor. His other works include the films, Including Samuel and Who Cares About Kelsey?
CONNECTING THE DOTS: BUILDING INCLUSIVE SOCIETIES: The first annual Brehm Conference entitled, Connecting the Dots: Building Inclusive Societies, will take place on Saturday, November 9, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the EMU Student Center. Presenters include university students, faculty and community members who are doing innovative research and work aimed at building inclusive societies. The goal of the conference is to generate conversations about how we can build societies that are inclusive of all. To register, and for more information, please go to http://bit.ly/Brehm2013. Conference registration is $30, with discounted rates for students, families and self advocates. Contact Kevin Dorn at connectingthedots13@gmail.com with any questions.
Arts and Entertainment
* PHOTO EXHIBIT IN REC/IM FEATURES LGBT ATHLETES: Photographer Jeff Sheng’s “Fearless” project begins its month long exhibition in EMUs Rec/IM facility beginning Tuesday, October 1 through October 31. The exhibit features photos of out lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered athletes. “Fearless” been appeared at over 50 high schools and colleges, ESPN World Headquarters, the Vancouver Olympic Games, and Nike World Headquarters, amongst others. The exhibit is free and is LBC Approved. Please direct any questions to equality_humanrights@emich.edu.
HISTORY OF TRACK AND FIELD EXHIBIT: The University Archives will be exhibiting a brief history of track and field at Eastern, in Halle Library on the third floor outside Archives until the end of the year. The exhibition takes a look at the evolution of the sport on campus, its athletes and coaching staff.
JUSTIN MOORE IS COMING TO THE CONVOCATION CENTER: Tickets will go on sale in February 2014 for the Justin Moore's "Off the Beaten Path" tour scheduled for Saturday, March 15, 2014 at the EMU Convocation Center. Also starring Randy Houser, with special guest John Thompson. For more information on Justin Moore visit www.moorejustinmusic.com.
Athletics
GO EMU EAGLES: The 2013 Fall athletic schedule of events is now available for Football, Women's Soccer, Women's Volleyball, Men's Swim & Dive and Women's Swim and Dive. Please visit the EMU Athletics homepage for more information about all Eagles athletic games, schedules, rosters and much more. For ticket information, go to EMU Tickets or call the ticket office at 487-2282. All football games will be broadcasted live on WEMU 89.1.
- EMU vs. Ohio, Saturday, October 19, 1 p.m., Rynearson Stadium
- EMU vs. Western Michigan, Saturday, November 9, 1 p.m., Rynearson Stadium
- EMU vs. Bowling Green, Saturday, November 23, 1 p.m., Rynearson Stadium
- EMU vs. Ball State, Friday, October 11, 4 p.m., Scicluna Field
- EMU vs. Miami (OH), Sunday, October 13, 1 p.m., Scicluna Field
- EMU vs. Buffalo, Friday. October 25, 3 p.m., Scicluna Field
- EMU vs. Akron, Sunday, October 27, 1 p.m., Scicluna Field
- EMU vs. Central Michigan, Thursday, October 10, 7 p.m., Convocation Center
- EMU vs. Ohio, Saturday, October 12, 7 p.m., Convocation Center
- EMU vs. Akron, Friday, October 25, 7 p.m., Convocation Center
- EMU vs. Buffalo, Saturday, October 26, 7 p.m., Convocation Center
- EMU vs. Western Michigan, Friday, November 8, 7 p.m., Convocation Center
- EMU vs. Northern Illinois, Saturday, November 9, 7 p.m., Convocation Center
- EMU vs. Green & White, Saturday, October 5, 1 p.m., Jones Pool
- EMU vs. Oakland, Saturday, November 9, 1 p.m., Jones Pool
- EMU vs. EMU Invitational, Friday, December 6, 3:30 p.m., Jones Pool
- EMU vs. EMU Invitational, Saturday, December 7, 6 p.m., Jones Pool
- EMU vs. Green & White, Saturday, October 5, 1 p.m., Jones Pool
- EMU vs. Bowling Green, Saturday, October 26, 1 p.m., Jones Pool
- EMU vs. Akron, Saturday, November 2, 1 p.m., Jones Pool
- EMU vs. Oakland, Saturday, November 9, 1 p.m., Jones Pool
- EMU vs. EMU Invitational, Friday, December 6, 3:30 p.m., Jones Pool
- EMU vs. EMU Invitational, Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m., Jones Pool
- EMU vs. EMU Invitational, Saturday, December 7, 6 p.m., Jones Pool
Reminders
EMU LIBRARY'S ROBOTIC COLLECTION STORAGE SYSTEM CLOSURE: The EMU library's robotic collection storage system (known as The ARC) will be closed for approximately 45 days beginning Tuesday, October 1 through mid-November. During this time, materials will not be available from the ARC. Faculty, students and staff will be directed to inter-library loan options for titles needed. If you have not yet requested all of your reserve materials, or if you have graduate students working on theses, please prompt them to collect library materials at this time. If you have questions, contact Brian Steimel at bsteimel@emich.edu or 487-2558 or contact Tara Fulton at tfulton1@emich.edu or 487-2573.
FACULTY & STAFF NEEDED FOR FALL MAJOR FEST: Are you interested in promoting your academic department/program? If so, please consider participating in the Fall Major Fest event sponsored by the University Advising & Career Development Center. Fall Major Fest will be held on Monday, October 14, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. This event is designed to assist students who are undecided on their academic major and/or minor. For more information or to reserve a table, please email Molly Thornbladh at mthornbl@emich.edu.
THE ACADEMIC PROJECTS CENTER IS OPEN: The Academic Projects Center is open for drop-in consulting. The APC is located in room 116 of the Halle Library. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The Center offers point-of-need help with research, writing, and technology to students working on research papers and other academic projects. For more information, please visit the Academic Projects Center homepage.
DEPARTMENT DIRECTORY UPDATES: If your Department Directory listing is not accurate, please send the updated information to: dept_directory@emich.edu. For questions, contact Debra Burke at 487-6895 or by e-mail at dburke15@emich.edu. Please note that personal directory listings are populated by Banner and you will need to contact Academic HR or Staff HR to update personal listings.
POST AN EVENT TO THE EVENTS CALENDAR: To submit a new event, click on Submit an Event, or go to the EMU website, click "calendars," then click the green button labeled "Submit an Event" (located on the bottom left) and enter your event information. If you need help or have questions, please contact Debra Johnson at djohn144@emich.edu or call 487-2484. All events are subject to approval.
Scholarships
CONTINUING EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS: The office of Extended Programs and Educational Outreach (EPEO) is now accepting scholarship applications for six Winter 2014 Continuing Education Scholarship awards. The deadline for submission is Friday, November 1. Only students enrolled in a program offered at EMU regional sites or EMU-Online are eligible. Additional information and the scholarship application form can be found at EPEO Scholarships. Please contact Kathy Graham at kgraham@emich.edu or call 487-0427 if you have any questions.
SEARCH SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: To find out about current scholarship opportunities, go to search scholarships.
