Office of Academic Affairs
Faculty Retreat
September 8-9, 2008Camp Casey Conference Center
Camp Casey Conference Center Directions Retreat Schedule(PDF)
Registration is closed.
Dear Faculty Colleagues:
With pleasure and anticipation, I invite you to SPU's annual Faculty Retreat, to be held at SPU's Camp Casey on Whidbey Island, on Monday and Tuesday, September 8 - 9, 2008. The academic year 2008-2009 will bring important developments in SPU's vision of becoming an increasingly globally oriented community of learners, so a major emphasis for the retreat will revolve around this theme of global education and global engagement.
The retreat will once again begin with a worship service at 10:00 a.m. Monday morning at Coupeville United Methodist Church. Child care at Camp Casey will be available starting at 9:15 a.m. The retreat schedule includes time for conversations both large and small, for exploration, and for relaxation. As in the past, retreat will wrap-up mid-day on Tuesday, and we will be provided with a sack lunch for the journey home.
I have already been contacted by a number of faculty who would like to share thoughts about things global in the context of one of our small-group sessions. There will be more to come on this, but if you think you would like to lead a small group session on some topic related to the general theme--the possibilities are literally endless--kindly let me know at rstiling@spu.edu. Our program will steadily take shape in the coming weeks, and I will keep all apprised.
At this stage, your responsibilities are quite light, and relate to logistics planning. It would be very helpful if you would take a moment now or during the next few days to complete the online registration for food, lodging and child care (if needed). If you request family housing and/or childcare, your reservation must be completed no later than Friday, August 15. We will be unable to accommodate requests after that date. If you have other questions or if you have trouble with the online reservation form, the good folks in the Academic Affairs Office (206-281-2125) will be happy to assist you.
Please remember, in the first instance, to pack your sense of humor and an ample supply of good cheer to embellish our posh accommodations. Beyond these, you are reminded to bring your own towels, sleeping bag or bed linens, and (if you desire) reusable plate, cup, and eating utensils. Do consider bringing your bike, a volleyball, a baseball and glove, a kite, or your frisbee.
Forgive this brief incursion into the sacredness of your July: I'm aware that when we were school kids it was the one month completely free of the taint of classes in session and the business of school. So, with a gentle reminder to register for the retreat, I bid you a blessed return to glories and beauty of your summer.
All the best,
Rod Stiling
Faculty Chair, 2008-2009
rstiling@spu.edu
What to Bring
- Sleeping bags, bedding, pillows, blankets
- Reading light
- Alarm or clock radio
- Bath towels, wash cloths, bath soap
Bee Warning
It’s possible the yellow jackets will be out in force, so be aware and be prepared. You may want to bring Benadryl.
Directions to Coupeville United Methodist
NE 7th and N. Main St.Coupeville, WA 98239
- Take the Mukilteo-Clinton ferry to Clinton
- Continue straight onto WA-525 (22 mi) to WA-20
- Slight right at WA-20 (5.5 mi)
- Turn right at N. Main (.4 mi)