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2017 J-Term course schedule

It will soon be time to construct the J-Term 2017 on-campus schedule. Each school/college assembles the schedule of their classes, and they will have deadlines sometime very early in the spring semester. If you have questions about J-Term classes (anything from how to develop an intensive three-week learning experience to the names of faculty or staff who have successfully organized on-campus J-Term classes who are willing to discuss this with others to compensation rules), feel free to contact Associate Provost Art Sanders (arthur.sanders@drake.edu).

—Submitted by Art Sanders

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Called to be True Blue Award

Frank Pucher, assistant athletics director—development, received the Called to Be True Blue Award from the All-Staff Council for “truly living the Bulldog Way.”

As his nominator said, “Frank is a True Blue Bulldog! He had a great career here at Drake playing football and is truly living the Bulldog Way by adding value to the University on a daily basis. His personality & fund raising energy has helped our athletic department & the University continue to provide an excellent experience for our students! Excellence, integrity & fiscal responsibility all in one!”

Do you know of a staff member or department that has gone above and beyond to exemplify True Blue spirit? Nominate him or her today!

—Submitted by All Staff Council Communications Committee

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Military social

Faculty, staff, and students who are veterans and military family members are invited to a meet & greet on Nov. 12.

Faculty, staff, and students who are veterans and military family members are invited to a meet & greet on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 8:30 a.m.–9:15 a.m. in Cline Atrium. Use the southeast entrance door to Cline Hall and proceed towards Harvey Ingham. The Atrium is the large gathering space between the buildings.

President Martin (Air Force) will make a few remarks recognizing the community of students and employees who share a common bond along with their Drake connections. Light refreshments will be available.

—Submitted by Melissa Sturm-Smith, Associate Provost for Academic Excellence and Student Success

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Excellence in Learning & Development program now available

Take some time and peruse the 2015–2016 Excellence in Learning and Development (ELD) program! Within this program, staff and faculty have the opportunity to learn about a variety of relevant topics at Drake, including risk management, managing change, the generation on a tightrope, and the balanced scorecard.

Those who participate in these sessions and accrue eight credits during the academic year will be awarded the Certificate in Learning & Development and be recognized at a program in May.

The 2015–2016 ELD Program and registration form is available on blueView’s Employee tab, in the Learning & Development channel.
Questions? Please contact drakehr@drake.edu

—Submitted by Debra Wiley, Assistant Director, Human Resources

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J-Term sessions

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

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Take part in the United Way/Iowa Shares campus campaign

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

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Apply for a Staff Development Grant today

Drake full-time staff can apply for a Staff Development Grant to pursue professional development opportunities that will enhance performance consistent with the needs of the department and/or University. These opportunities may include off‐campus conferences or workshops, online webinars or video training programs, and non‐credit classes such as those offered through community educational programs. The maximum award is $800.

Please see the Staff Development Grant policy for eligibility and complete details on how to take advantage of this benefit.

—Submitted by Cindy Adams, Associate Director, Human Resources

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Upcoming All Staff Council meetings

Learn more about how to get involved with All Staff Council here. One way to engage is to attend an upcoming committee meeting, all of which are open to all staff.

Communications Committee
A&S Conference Room, FAC 268A, 3–4 p.m., contact: Jennifer Tran-Johnson
Oct. 27

Executive Committee
Carnegie Conference Room 009, 1–2 p.m., contact: Chrystal Stanley
Nov. 3

Special Events Committee
Old Main 319, 10-11 a.m., contact: Renee Sedlacek
Nov. 5

—Submitted by All Staff Council Communications Committee

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JoBeth Malone-Schoneberg honored with Called to Be True Blue Award

JoBeth Malone-Schoneberg, a chemistry laboratory assistant, was surprised by All Staff Council representatives last week during a meeting in Fitch Hall. The group presented JoBeth with the Called to be True Blue Award for her help in preparing for the Harvey Ingham remodel.

In nominating her, JoBeth’s colleague mentioned that while many of the chemistry faculty and staff helped prepare for the HI remodel, “JoBeth, in particular, has been amazing and has definitely stepped into the role of coordinator. Without her, I don’t think all of this would have been accomplished. Additionally, she did all of this very graciously with no whining or complaining—also very appreciated!”

JoBeth, who claims to have been iffy on the “no whining” front, accepted her certificate and gift card and posed for photos with peers who also helped facilitate the remodel. She and all others who receive Called to be True Blue Award this fiscal year are in the running to win top honors for staff accomplishment—the Sapphire Award—at a recognition event in May.

Do you know of a staff member or department that has gone above and beyond to exemplify True Blue spirit? Nominate them today!

—Submitted by All Staff Council Communications Committee

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