Faculty-Staff Edition - Oct. 24, 2022

Effective Nov. 1, Scott Battle will be the dean of Continuing Education and vice provost. Battle has been serving as acting dean and vice provost since January.

As climate change increasingly threatens the environment and the people who depend upon it, Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Summit panelist Kera Sherwood-O’Regan serves as a vocal advocate not only for her fellow Māori—the Indigenous people of New Zealand—but also for people with disabilities. Learn more about Sherwood-O'Regan and how to get involved in the summit.

The Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence brings together researchers, practitioners and community leaders for an educational and interactive program to raise awareness of the warning signs for violence and the importance of “upstander” reporting.

IDEA Council members plan to touch on IDEA Plan recommendations for supporting staff, faculty and other university employees. As evidenced by the results of the Campus Culture Survey, employees’ sense of belonging, retention and other experiences hinge on their relationships with supervisors.

Providing a safe platform for students and faculty to contribute new ideas, the Center for Teaching and Learning and its partner ASSETT are hosting a panel on issues surrounding technology, mental health, inclusivity and well-being on campus.

Faculty, staff and students are invited to join our new Chief Financial Officer Todd Haggerty and Executive Vice Provost for Academic Resource Management Ann Schmiesing as they host three Coffee and the Campus Budget overviews. In-person and virtual options are available.