November 15th, 2023
Midweek Round-Up
The Weekly Faculty and Staff Newsletter
College of Education and Human Services at Murray State University
MESSAGES & DEPARTMENT UPDATES
Upcoming Events
Join us on Thursday, November 16, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the Lowry Center 2nd Floor for a unique & insightful event. Dr. Ben Littlepage will facilitate a First-Generation Student Panel, featuring four dynamic first-generation students from both undergraduate & graduate programs, in an opportunity for faculty & staff to gain a deeper understanding of the college experience through their eyes.
First-generation students comprise 44% of Murray State's enrollment. The First Gen Student Panel event aims to bridge the gap between students & educators, helping us better serve a student population important to the identity of our university. The panelists will share their personal journeys, discussing challenges, successes, & the revelations they've had along the way.
Attendees will get an opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue & connection with the panelists. By attending, you can learn how to provide more effective support & guidance to our first-generation students, ensuring they have the tools & resources needed to thrive as a Racer.
Please remind your student workers and graduate assistants to join us for our Holiday Party on Mon, Nov 27 @11 AM - 1 PM.
(lunch provided!)
SHOUT-OUTS
DR. KEMALY PARR
Kemaly received a Shout-Out from Dr. Chanel Schwenck:
"It would take more room than I have here to list all of the ways in which Kemaly is a shining light in COEHS. She's been checking in on me ever since I started at MSU even though it's not in her job description. She's a sweet soul with a friendly smile and our college is better because she's a part of it."
REBECCA SIMONS
Rebecca received a shout-out from Terri Grief:
"Rebecca was SOOO patient with me as I navigated the digital flip book. THANKS for making my product awesome! "
DR. KEMALY PARR
Kemaly received a Shout-Out from Donna Crouch:
"Dr. Parr has been such a blessing! She provided much needed help in covering classes for me when I was out on medical leave. She has gone above and beyond to help out! Thank you! "
SELISE RIDOLFI
Selise received a shout-out from Dr. Mahoney:
"Your expertise on the SED curriculum guides is greatly appreciated. Thank you for all your thorough research and input for the courses and alignment! "
DR. STEPHANIE FORD
Dr. Stephanie Ford received a Shout-Out from Donna Crouch:
"Dr. Stephanie Ford has been such a blessing! She provided much needed help in covering classes for me when I was out on medical leave. She has gone above and beyond to help out! Thank you! "
To send your own shout-out, click on the button below to fill out the form. It's a great way to show colleagues how awesome they are!
It will appear in the Midweek Round-Up as well as on the Faculty and Staff Shout-Out Board by the Dean's Office! Be sure to check it out when you're walking by!
COEHS CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
Fall Semester - 2023
November 15th - COEHS Blood Drive (8:30 am -11:30 am) - Alexander Hall Atrium
November 17th- COEHS Movie Night (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
November 18th - Racer Day
November 22nd - 24th - Thanksgiving - no classes; University closed
November 27th - Racers Empower Pet Therapy
December 1st - Last day of classes
December 5th - COEHS Faculty and Staff Holiday Celebration Luncheon
December 8th - Student Teaching Seminar; Honors Luncheon for Graduating Student Teachers; Educational Studies, Leadership, and Counseling Hooding Ceremony
December 9th - Commencement
CELEBRITIES OF THE WEEK
Congratulations to the COEHS celebrities of the week:
Claire Layne (Staff) and Dr. Justin Brogan (Faculty)!
We applaud each of you for your outstanding contributions and appreciate all that you do for COEHS.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
"A smart person knows what to say. A wise person knows whether or not to say it."
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