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COEHS Midweek Round-Up
The Weekly Faculty and Staff Newsletter of the College of Education and Human Services at Murray State University
Center for Communications Disorders
Valentine's Day || February 14, 2023
MESSAGES & DEPARTMENT UPDATES
MESSAGES & DEPARTMENT UPDATES
What's new in COEHS?
What's new in COEHS?
DEAN'S OFFICE
DEAN'S OFFICE
From Natalie Copeland:
Updated Pictures and Meeting Minutes
Faculty: If you are wanting some updated photos of your class(es), such as you teaching or a fun hands-on activity with your students, please fill out this Google Form. I will contact you to follow-up and we can plan a good day/time for me to come in!
Faculty and Staff: If you would like an updated headshot for the website, please fill out this Google Form. I will contact you to follow-up so that we can set a date/time to take your photo!
Admins: Remember to send me meeting minutes as you finish them so that I can publish them to the Intranet! Please reach out if you have any questions.
CLHS
CLHS
From Dr. Katy Hancock:
Upcoming Event - Open Lecture
The CLHS Department is sponsoring an open lecture by Tsering Phuntsok, Tibetan Buddhist Monk, on teaching compassion. This lecture is open to the MSU and Murray communities and will be held in the Alexander Hall Auditorium TODAY - Wednesday, February 22nd, from 4-5 p.m.
See the flyer below in the "Upcoming Events" section!
CDI
CDI
From Dr. Stephanie Schaaf:
Successful KSHA Conference in Lexington
CDI had an outstanding showing at our annual state conference in Lexington this past week. We had alumni and students everywhere. Other universities kept approaching us and saying how well represented Murray State was!
We won the social media picture competition for the second year in a row and NSSLHA was presented with a $100 check.
Dr. Alison Brown was an invited presenter on Friday and did an amazing job!
Drs. Stephanie Schaaf and Nikki Gaylord are on the executive council for KSHA so they participated in the annual business meeting at the conference. It was announced that Dr. Alison Brown and Megan Smetana were elected for Secretary- and Treasurer- elect positions, effective August 2023. Congratulations, Alison and Megan!
Check out the pictures on our social media from the conference!
ECE
ECE
From Dr. Stephanie Sullivan:
Faculty Recognition
Please send your congratulations to Dr. Chhanda Islam, who has accepted an invitation to participate in the International Literacy Association’s (ILA) awards and grants program. She will serve as a member of the Diane Lapp & James Flood Professional Collaborator Award Committee. Her appointment is effective immediately and continues through June 30th, 2024. The Diane Lapp & James Flood Professional Collaborator Award recognizes an ongoing collaboration between two or three people who regularly contribute to the professional knowledge base of literacy educators and are known for their enduring and positive impact. Way to go, Dr. Islam!
COEHS PHOTO OF THE WEEK
COEHS PHOTO OF THE WEEK
HOWARD THE DUCK
HOWARD THE DUCK
Susan Krieb's duck, Howard, is looking dapper and ready for work in his brand new COEHS weekender bag, courtesy of the Swaggin' Wagon!
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Transforming Lives: Teaching Compassion, Social Work Lecture Series ~ The Venerable Tsering Phuntsok
Transforming Lives: Teaching Compassion, Social Work Lecture Series ~ The Venerable Tsering Phuntsok
Be sure to join the Department of Community Leadership and Human Services for its Open Lecture TODAY - Wednesday, February 22nd from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. The Venerable Tsering Phuntsok, Tibetan Buddhist Monk, will be speaking on the topic of teaching compassion.
The lecture will take place in the Alexander Hall Auditorium and is open to the University community, as well as the Murray community at large. We hope to see you there!
"Queering STEM" Seminar
"Queering STEM" Seminar
This seminar, which will focus on queer rights and LGBTQ+ advocacy in STEM, is open to all faculty, staff, and students!
It will be held on Wednesday, February 22nd, at 11:30 a.m. in 304 Oakley North Tower. RSVP here.
Orientation Registration for those Planning to Student Teach in Spring 2024
Orientation Registration for those Planning to Student Teach in Spring 2024
Remaining student teaching orientations for Spring 2024 are as follows:
Wednesday, February 22nd
Monday, March 6th
Further details can be found here.
Friendship February + Racers Empower Pet Therapy
Friendship February + Racers Empower Pet Therapy
Be sure to join us on Monday, February 27th at 12:00 p.m. in the Alexander Hall Atrium for Friendship February, a part of Racers Empower! This event will focus on friendships, feeling good about oneself, and mental and emotional well-being.
Thank you to the co-sponsors of our Pet Therapy events - the Center for Student Engagement and Success and the College of Education and Human Services!
2023 Presidential Lecture to Welcome W. Earl Brown for “A Racer Success Story”
2023 Presidential Lecture to Welcome W. Earl Brown for “A Racer Success Story”
Murray State University is excited to welcome W. Earl Brown for the 2023 Presidential Lecture, which is set to take place on Tuesday, February 28th at 7:30 p.m. inside the historic and newly-renovated Lovett Auditorium.
To learn about Brown's Kentucky roots, as well as his extensive and impressive resume, please visit this link.
Upcoming Coffee with the Dean
Upcoming Coffee with the Dean
Our next Coffee with the Dean is set for Friday, March 3rd at 10:00 a.m. in the Multipurpose Room.
There is also a Zoom option if you cannot attend in-person: bit.ly/DEANSCOFFEE
This is a great way to catch up with colleagues, find out what's new in the College, and enjoy some delicious coffee all at once!
SHOUT-OUTS
SHOUT-OUTS
DR. KIM VIGIL
DR. KIM VIGIL
"I had the chance to participate in one of Dr. Vigil's classes in which she was teaching "Mindfulness." Kimberly is truly an exceptional teacher and exceptionally well-informed on the topic and practice of Mindfulness. I was very impressed with how her students engaged with the topic and the practices she had us follow. We didn't just sit there but moved, talked, engaged, and learned. I have read about and practiced Mindfulness on my own for a number of years now but have never participated in a "seminar" on the topic. Today was the day. I was also impressed by her students. I did not see or feel any hesitation with them being involved. They are good students and I am so pleased that they are our students, too. Thanks for such a good experience, and very well done!"
-Dean Whaley
SHELLY ANDERSON
SHELLY ANDERSON
"Shelly is such a gift to the ACS department! She consistently goes above and beyond to make sure that everything is running smoothly. She is the glue that holds her department together and is such a light to COEHS! She is so appreciated and we’re incredibly lucky to have her." So true! Keep it up, Shelly!
DR. NIKKI GAYLORD
DR. NIKKI GAYLORD
"Nikki is the most positive person in this building. She always has a smile on her face and is ready to laugh, even when times are tough. She is brilliant as well; her professional successes are incomparable. Not only does she have a positive personality and a brilliant mind, but she also has an amazing sense of style. This lady has it all!!" How kind! Thanks for all you do, Dr. Gaylord!
DR. AIMEE GRUBER
DR. AIMEE GRUBER
Dr. Gruber received an anonymous shout-out: "She is is a tireless advocate and mentor for her students. She travels all over the region building relationships and advocating for our future teachers. She's a wonderful colleague and huge asset to the COEHS!" Wow, how awesome!
DR. BRIAN BOURKE
DR. BRIAN BOURKE
Tamela Darnell and Natalie Copeland send a major shout-out to Dr. Brian Bourke for coming up with the name for the Swaggin’ Wagon! We had several great ideas suggested to us but his creative idea was fantastic!
Thanks for helping us out, Dr. Bourke!
ASHLEY BOURKE
ASHLEY BOURKE
Ashley received an anonymous shout-out: "I am impressed at Ashley's organizational skills and general brilliance. Her attention to detail has allowed her to streamline the Alternative Certification program which has improved the student experience. She is always a team-player and works toward the best interest of the college. Thank you for being amazing, Ashley!"
DR. SUSANA BLOOMDAHL
DR. SUSANA BLOOMDAHL
Natalie Copeland wants to send a big shout-out to Dr. Susana Bloomdahl because she has been "such an incredible supervisor to me thus far! I feel so supported by her and really appreciate her. I love our Monday chats!!" Awesome job, Dr. Bloomdahl!
DR. JESSICA BRANCH
DR. JESSICA BRANCH
Since beginning at Murray State, Dr. Branch has been a wonderful colleague. She is always upbeat and willing to lend a hand. She always takes the extra time to work with her students and help them grow professionally and personally. Her anonymous shouter really appreciates her honesty as a friend and her dedication to the IECE program. Awesome job, Dr. Branch!
DR. WHITNEY CASSITY-CAYWOOD
DR. WHITNEY CASSITY-CAYWOOD
Natalie Copeland sends another shout-out to Dr. Whitney Cassity-Caywood: "She is an incredible professor! I had the opportunity to take a class with her last semester and had a great experience. She is SO knowledgeable and is an awesome asset to the College of Education and Human Services!" Keep up the great work, Dr. Caywood!
To send your own shout-out, click on the button below to fill out the form.
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!
CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
*Dates are subject to change*
February 24th - BOR Meeting
February 28th - Presidential Lecture - W. Earl Brown
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March 1st - Graduation application deadline for Undergraduate Students – August Applicants
March 7th - All Majors Career and Grad School Fair (CFSB)
March 8th - STEM & OSH Career Fair (CFSB)
March 9th - 2nd Half of the Semester begins
March 10th - Teacher Career Fair (CFSB)
March 13th - Midterm Grades Due
March 14th - Agricultural Career Fair (Curris)
March 15th – Graduation application deadline for Graduate Students – August Applicants
March 17th - Golden Scholars Dessert Reception - 5:30 p.m. (Atrium, Auditorium)
March 20th-24th - Spring Break; No Classes. University Closed March 22nd-24th
March 27th - Advanced Scheduling for Summer
March 29th - Racer Day
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April 1st - Fall Textbook Orders Due; December graduation application deadline for Undergraduate Students
April 3rd-7th - Advanced Scheduling for Fall Semester
April 12th - All Campus Sing - 3pm - Quad
April 13th - Faculty Recognition Banquet - 5:30pm - Curris Center Ballroom
April 14th - Racer Nation Orientation (Honors)
April 15th - Racer Nation Orientation; Student deadline to upload theses/dissertations into Digital Commons
April 21st - Distinguished Alumni Reception and Dinner - 5:30pm - CFSB Murray Room
April 25th - Sparks Lecture - 5:00 p.m. (Atrium, Auditorium)
April 26th - Senior Breakfast - 8am - CFSB Center; Administrative Professionals Day
April 28th - Dissertations & Theses have signatures and routed to Provost Office for Spring Graduation
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May 13th - Commencement - TBD - CFSB Center
May 15th - 10am - All grades due for Full Term/2nd
May 29th - Memorial Day Observance - No Classes; University Closed
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June 1st - Racer Nation Orientation
June 2nd - BOR Meeting
June 3rd - Racer Nation Orientation
June 14th - Racer Nation Orientation
June 16th - Racer Nation Orientation
June 19th - Juneteenth Observance - No Classes; University Closed
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July 6th - Racer Nation Orientation
July 31st - TENTATIVE - Spring/Winter Schedule Drafts sent to Departments
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August 3rd - Racer Nation Orientation
ALL ACADEMIC DEADLINES - murraystate.edu/deadlines
CELEBRITIES OF THE WEEK
CELEBRITIES OF THE WEEK
Congratulations to our COEHS celebrities of the week:
Dr. Jennifer Earls (Staff) and Dr. Andrea Willson (Faculty)!
We applaud each of you for your outstanding contributions and appreciate all that you do for COEHS!
BIRTHDAYS
BIRTHDAYS
Holly Bloodworth, ECE ~ February 22nd
QUOTES OF THE WEEK
QUOTES OF THE WEEK
Aretha Franklin
Aretha Franklin
Booker T. Washington
Booker T. Washington
James Baldwin
James Baldwin
Nikki Giovanni
Nikki Giovanni
Jesse Jackson
Jesse Jackson
Cornel West
Cornel West
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE
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