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Dean's Notes
Dean's Notes
With only three weeks left in the semester, this has become quite a busy time for all of us. There is the Sparks Lecture, numerous advisory committee meetings, annual faculty reviews, senior breakfast, COEHS graduating senior luncheon, end-of-the-year celebration luncheon for faculty and staff, CDI undergraduate student recognition, SLP hooding ceremony, ELC hooding ceremony, and University commencement. I want to wish you well and remind you to take a break whenever possible.
I can assure you we will get to commencement just fine, as always. I want to highlight a few special recognitions:
Congratulations to Dr. Katy Hancock for her selection as the COEHS Outstanding Research & Creative Activity Award. And congratulations to Tamela Darnell for her selection as the Outstanding Staff member. These two have led the way for us in terms of excellence in their respective areas.
Last week, we had several COEHS faculty recognized at the Faculty Awards Banquet:
Faculty Innovation Initiative- Kelsey Chadwick
10 Years of Service- Brian Bourke, Teresa Clark, Christina Grant, Katy Hancock, Jamie Mahoney
25 Years of Service- Chhanda Islam
Board of Regents Teaching Excellence Award- Holly Bloodworth, representing COEHS
Retirees: Jeff Wylie (1997- 2024) and Raymond Sims (2000-2024)
Collegiate Researcher- Katy Hancock, representing COEHS
Residential College Head- Eric Umstead
Personnel actions:
Congratulations to Dr. Patel on his selection as assistant dean.
The social work program has three openings:
Dr. Jeff Wylie is retiring, and his line is being searched for.
Dr. Whitney Cassity-Caywood has resigned her position and the paperwork to fill this position is being processed.
Rebecca Perry has also resigned from her position. Her resignation paperwork is being processed.
The department chair position for ELC still needs to be filled. The paperwork is completed and is awaiting processing.
The ECE admin position is currently open, with Cindy Plaisance's resignation. Again, the paperwork has been completed, and we are awaiting it to be processed.
Good news on the Watermark program:
Many of you may know that the Watermark program has been suspended since they adopted a Student Access Minimum Model contract on February 13. We learned last week that the contract has been fully approved, and the data uploads from Banner have been reinstated.
Important dates for your calendars:
Wednesday, April 24- Administrative Professionals Day
Wednesday, April 24- Graduating seniors’ breakfast
Wednesday, April 24- Jeff Wylie Retirement Recognition and party
Thursday, April 25- Budget Town Hall meeting
Tuesday, April 30- Sparks Lecture and dinner
Wednesday, May 1- First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
Wednesday, May 1- School principal recognition day
Friday, May 3- Classes end
Monday, May 6- Finals week begins
Monday, May 6- Teacher Appreciation Week begins
Tuesday, May 7 - Teacher Appreciation Day
Thursday, May 9- End of Year celebration for faculty and staff
Friday, May 10- Graduating Seniors’ Honors Luncheon
Friday, May 10- CDI Graduating Seniors’ recognition
Friday, May 10- SLP Hooding Ceremony
Friday, May 10- ELC Graduate Hooding Ceremony
Saturday, May 11- Commencement Ceremonies (two ceremonies)
Friday, August 16- COEHS College Conclave
Tuesday, August 20- Fall semester classes begin
As we rapidly approach the end of the 2023-2024 academic year, I want to take a moment to thank you for your Herculean efforts this past year. The collective efforts of the faculty and staff in the College of Education and Human Services have created tremendous momentum for this College. As I have said publicly a number of times, this is a magical place of learning, innovation, and growth.
With respect,
David Whaley
DEPARTMENT UPDATES
DEPARTMENT UPDATES
Congratulations to the National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association (NSSLHA) who received recognition and an award from SGA 2023-2024 Outstanding Community Service Project!
This was related to CDI's Special Olympics Campus Plunge event which is always a HUGE success.
Additionally, their latest community event was a co-sponsored event "Box in Our Sox" with Tri-Sigma this past weekend. The event was in conjunction with Rock Steady Boxing and was held on the lawn of Alexander Hall. It was to bring awareness of Parkinsons. NSSLHA is led by Kelly Vaughan who is doing amazing work. Congratulations to all the members of NSSLHA!
The Student Association of Social Workers will be selling handmade bracelets and small pursues from The Pulsera Project April 23-25 from 10 am - 3 pm on the Carr Lawn. All the money goes to support the artists in Central America.
You can find out more by visiting. https://www.pulseraproject.org/
KCSS has a surplus of poster shipping tubes.
Email Elizabeth at eabanathy@murraystate.edu if you are interested in some free poster shipping tubes.
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK
This past Saturday (April 20) NSSLHA co-hosted an event with Tri-Sigma and 270 Rock Steady Boxing to promote awareness of Parkinson's disease and reduce the generation gap between college students and older adults. Students from each organization participated in stations which each represented both physical and mental challenges that most individuals with Parkinson's face during their diagnosis. Each station was led by a "boxer" from 270 Rock Steady program.
Last Monday, Alpha Upsilon Alpha Literacy Honors Society had 12 members judge a state-wide KET Education writers contest! They had a wonderful time and will be joining again next year! KET trained AUA members and then AUA judged for a few hours in the evening. Dr. Grant saw the benefit for our students and had her two REA classes join the judging the next day. Altogether about 350 essays were judged over the course of two days from the help of Murray State students and faculty!
Congratulations to Dr. Gomez who won this year’s Max Carmen award!
Upcoming Events
The Student Association of Social Workers (SASW) is having a fundraiser on the Carr Hall Lawn on April 22-26 from 9am to 3pm to support the Pulsera Project.
The Pulsera Project is a nonprofit that educates, empowers, and connects Central American artists with students in more than 3,600 U.S. schools through the sale of colorful handwoven bracelets, or "pulseras" in Spanish. Proceeds are invested in Central American communities.
Criminal Justice Society Candlelight Vigil
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SHOUT-OUTS
SHOUT-OUTS
Shout - Out to Dr. Brian Bourke from Dr. Ben Littlepage:
"Dr. Bourke has demonstrated leadership through his coordination of the HESA program. He initiated several changes to the program that will benefit its continued viability."
Shout- Out to Kea Miles from Terri Grief:
"Shout- Out to Kea Miles for helping solve problems that I created with patience and kindness! Thanks so much."
Shout-Out to Brenda Owen from Michelle Ndungu:
"Thank you Brenda for always being a source of joy and guidance to me and our entire office! You are awesome!"
Shout-Out to Dr. Alesa Walker from Dr. Chanel Schwenck:
"I want to give a shout out to Lesa Walker for her willingness to help with whatever random issues I encounter with students (admission to Teacher Education, post-bacc, alt cert, the list goes on...). She puts out fires all day long and is still always willing and able to put out mine. Thanks, Lesa!"
Shout-Out to Grace Trowbridge from Angie Young:
"We are so appreciative of Grace and all she does for our office. She gives her all every minute she is with us and never stops! Keep showing up, giving it your all, and never underestimate the impact of your contributions! Your commitment to your education and your work sets a shining example for everyone. Thank you, Grace!"
Shout- Out to Angie Young from Michelle Ndungu:
"Hi Angie! Happy Birthday Month! You are the best!"
Shout-Out to Dr. Karen Mackey from Rebecca Perry:
Dr. Mackey is a great colleague in the Madisonville Regional office. Dr. Mackey is an example of dedication to students and their degree journey. She's always good for insight, a laugh and to talk about horse racing. It's an honor to be her colleague.
Shout-Out to Dr. Kemaly Parr from Shelly Anderson:
"Thank you, Dr. Parr for being an amazing leader for the ACS Department. You are a wonderful support to both the faculty and staff. I appreciate all you do every day to support and guide the ACS Team!!"
Shout-Out to Claire Layne and Tamela Darnell from Amy Seavers:
"Thank you both so much for being absolute rockstars while I was out on leave. It was absolutely wonderful to not stress about things not getting done because I knew you were here. I appreciate you both so very much for everything that you do!
Shout - Out to Michelle Ndungu from Angie Young:
"I'd like to give a big shoutout to Michelle Ndungu for her outstanding work and dedication to our department. She always brings a cheerful attitude, kindness, and professionalism to everything she does. Her hard work and constant smile make our team brighter everyday. Michelle, thank you for all you do and for the excellent work you consistently deliver!"
Shout-Out to Dr. Dave Whaley from Amy Seavers:
"Thank you so much for helping out while I was gone on my maternity leave. I was not worried or stressed being away from the office and knew things would get done. I am so thankful to be working in the Dean's office and know I am supported. Thank you so much!"
Shout-Out to Dr. Samir Patel from Amy Seavers:
"Thank you so much for helping hold the fort down while I was out on leave. I cannot wait to see the great things you will accomplish in your new position!"
Shout-Out to Student Workers Allison, Delmie, and Maggie from Amy Seavers:
"Thank you so much for all that you do for the Dean's office and how you help everyday, but especially when I was out on leave. You are all wonderful, determined, caring young women and I am so blessed to work with you all. Thank you for all that you do!"
Shout - Out to Katherine Farmer from Holly Bloodworth:
"On Behalf of the Kentucky Reading Association, thank you for all you do to preserve the historical and founding documents of the state organization. "
Shout - Out to Dr. Stephanie Sullivan from Dr. Stephanie Ford:
"Dr. Sullivan is an amazing supportive colleague who is always willing to give professional support and guidance. I greatly appreciate her willingness to share her wisdom in order to help her peers succeed. Thank you for being you, Dr. Sullivan!"
Shout- Out to Dr. Teresa Clark from the COEHS Dean's Office:
"Congratulations to Dr. Clark who will be recognized for 10 years of service at the Faculty Awards Banquet in April! "
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
COEHS CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
Spring Semester - 2024
Administrative Professionals Day - April 24
Retirement Party Jeff Wylie - April 24
Harry M. Sparks Distinguished Lecture - April 30
CLASSES END - May 3
FINALS - May 4 - 10
CoEHS End of Year Celebration - May 9
Student Honors Luncheon - May 10
COMMENCEMENT - May 11
Memorial Day Observance - May 27
The Summit - June 11 - 12
Juneteenth Observance - June 19
CELEBRITIES OF THE WEEK
Congratulations to the COEHS celebrities of the week:
Dr. Donna Crouch (Faculty) and Annessa Roberts (Staff)!
We applaud each of you for your outstanding contributions and appreciate all that you do for COEHS.
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
"The man who does not read books has no advantage over the one who cannot read them.”
"The man who does not read books has no advantage over the one who cannot read them.”
—Mark Twain
—Mark Twain
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