The spring writing project is an opportunity for Drake faculty to work with Coordinator of Writing Instruction Jody Swilky on methods for improving student writing. Read more about the Call for Spring Writing Project 2016 here. Participation is limited to 10 individuals. If you are interested in participating or want additional information, please contact Jody Swilky (jody.swilky@drake.edu)
—Submitted by Art Sanders, Associate Provost
This coming Friday, Nov. 6, will be our third lunch/discussion for FYS instructors, which is open to current instructors and those considering teaching an FYS in the future. For information about the event and to RSVP, go to: http://tinyurl.com/nov-fyslunch
—Submitted by Art Sanders, Associate Provost
There will be a session for faculty and staff leading J-Term travel seminars for the first time in J-Term 2016 and 2017 and for those interested in leading a J-Term travel seminar in the future on Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Cowles 201. If you plan to attend, please contact arthur.sanders@drake.edu so we can be sure to have sufficient materials available.
There will also be a session for those teaching on-campus J-Term classes for the first time in 2016, and for those thinking about developing a class for J-Term 2017, on Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Cowles 201. Please note that the call for proposals for on-campus J-Term 2017 classes will be sent at the end of November.
—Submitted by Art Sanders, Associate Provost
Drake University is proud to partner with United Way of Central Iowa and Iowa Shares for our 22nd campus giving campaign! Drake employees have consistently supported the efforts of United Way and Iowa Shares, making Drake’s campus giving campaign No. 1 in participation among central Iowa universities and colleges. With your support, we’ll continue this trend and support the great work of United Way and Iowa Shares.
Consider giving to the campaign between Nov. 2 and Nov. 13. Payroll deduction is an option, as is making monthly payments. Our goals this year are to raise $52,000, to increase campaign participants by 100, and to increase leadership giving ($1,000+) to 14 individuals.
Click here to give to the United Way of Central Iowa.
Click here to give to Iowa Shares.
For more information regarding this year’s incentives, which include a parking pass, gift cards, and tickets to a men’s or women’s basketball game, please visit www.drake.edu/uwiscampaign or contact Renee Sedlacek, renee.sedlacek@drake.edu.
—Submitted by Renee Sedlacek, Interim Director, Community Engagement and Service-Learning
The October meeting of the Faculty Senate included presentations from:
Also, the senators discussed processes leading to potential revisions of the Drake Curriculum.
—Submitted by Nancy Geiger, Student Information Analyst
The Office of the Associate Provost in conjunction with Drake’s Strategic Diversity Action Team will hold a workshop focused on creating more inclusive classroom environments on Friday, Nov. 20, 2–4:30 p.m. Find more information about the workshop and register online.
—Submitted by Art Sanders, Associate Provost
The Faculty Senate will meet at 3:30 p.m. in Cowles Library, Room 201, on Oct. 21. Items on the agenda include reports on faculty salary adjustments, the provost search, and Drake Curriculum and assessment. There will also be a report from Student Senate. To see the full agenda, visit facultysenate.drake.edu.
—Submitted by Nancy Geiger, Student Information Analyst
Our first Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Lunch & Learn is on Monday, Oct. 26, 12–1 p.m. in TMR 133 Olmsted (lower level across from the Underground Fitness facility). This is an opportunity to share information about a current project, think about future projects, find out about SoTL, or simply engage colleagues in thinking about teaching and learning practices. You do not need to register to attend, but if you would like us to provide lunch, please go to: http://tinyurl.com/SoTL-Oct. Also, please note that if you have a class that ends at 12:15, you are welcome to join us late.
—Submitted by Art Sanders, Associate Provost
Join your colleagues and the All Staff Council for a fun kick-off event on Friday, Oct. 30, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pomerantz Stage in Olmsted Center. This is a terrific opportunity to learn about and connect with a few of the Drake Neighborhood organizations that we donate to. Our partnerships with local community agencies are key to helping us provide learning opportunities for students. Many Drake alumni serve as United Way and Iowa Shares’ most generous and active donors, volunteers, and advocates.
While you’re learning, enjoy a delicious $5 lunch featuring chili, spiced pumpkin soup, and cornbread.
Stay for a short program at 12:15 p.m. featuring the talent of local poetry slam favorites RUN DSM.
All attendees will be entered to win a Drake parking pass good for 2016–2017.
—Submitted by Renee Sedlacek, Interim Director of Community Engagement and Service-Learning
The Writing Workshop will not be offering hours Oct. 17–20 (fall break). The workshop will re-open for regular hours on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 11 a.m.
—Submitted by Art Sanders, Associate Provost