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Spring
Quarter 2001 Enrollment
Through the first week of Spring Quarter, both
undergraduate and graduate headcounts are on track to make enrollment goals. Official
statistics will be available on April 11 (10th day report). Below is the year-to-year
comparison. | Headcount:
| Spring
2001 | Spring
2000 | | Undergraduate |
2,531 |
2,447 |
| Post-baccalaureate |
72 |
86 |
| Graduate |
666 |
608 |
| TOTAL |
3,269 |
3,141
| Student
Employees of the Year Honored
The "2001 Student Employees of the Year"
were named at the fifth annual Student Employee Recognition Ceremony on April
3. Out of the many nominations received from on- and off- campus employers, two
students prevailed. Jonathan Lyons was named on- campus "Student Employee of the
Year." Jonathan has been working in Computer Information Systems since the fall
of 1999. He was nominated by his supervisor, Reece Carson. Jennifer Benjamin was
named off-campus "Student Employee of the Year." She has been employed at the
Agros Foundation since January of 2000. Her nomination was submitted by Justin
Sundberg. Thank you to all of the supervisors that submitted nomination forms.The
selection process was a difficult one. There were many students that were qualified
for this award. April is "National Student Employment" month and we are encouraged
to say thank you to the student employees that are so vital to SPU and the surrounding
community. Were
You Ever a Student Employee?
As we celebrate our student employees on
the SPU campus, the Office of Student Employment is hoping to put a story together
for The Falcon that will make a memorable addition for "National Student
Employment Month." (It will take something significant to overcome the hype of
April also being "National Frog, Floor Covering and Welding Month.") Would you
allow your own experience to be used to illustrate the success that can come to
student employees? All that is needed is to answer two simple questions. The questionnaire
can be completed by clicking the link. Thank you for your help. http://www.spu.edu/depts/ose/studentempques.html
SPRINTERS
Can Help With Spring Cleaning
Please support SPRINT participants through
Project Workshare. For a suggested donation of $12 per person, per hour, you can
hire students to help with yard work, house cleaning and other chores. All proceeds
go directly into student accounts toward their upcoming summer SPRINT trips. Project
Workshare dates are April 14, May 5 and May 19. Contact Brian Larsen at (206)
286-6326, or e-mail blarsen@spu.edu.
Computer
Training Reminder
"Office Basics" computer training is available to all
employees now. We are excited to be able to offer Microsoft Office computer training
through Micron University. Micron's "office basics" library includes courses on
computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint),
Windows Operating System, Access 2000, Outlook 2000, FrontPage and more! All courses
are online, self-study tutorials designed for all skill levels. To take advantage
of this great opportunity, go to SPU's Web page, click on "Computer Help Desk,"
go to the "training" tab and follow the instructions to enroll. This training
is sponsored by the Office of Human Resources, and Computer and Information Systems,
as part of the new and improved Employee Enrichment Program. Catholic
Scripture Cadre
A Catholic Scripture Study cadre, facilitated by Joe Hastings
of the Archdiocese of Western Washington, is currently meeting on campus. The
focus for Spring 2001 is the Gospel of Luke. Meeting time is Tuesdays at 1 p.m.
in Demaray 359. All are welcome. If you have questions, contact Susan Mullen,
research analyst in Institutional Research and staff sponsor for the cadre, at
(206) 281-2219, or e-mail at s_mullen@spu.edu.
The
Latest on Depression
If you would like to know more about depression
and its causes, this educational seminar will provide answers for you. Carole
Anne Coryell, MS, CMHC and Steve Call MS, CMFT from the University Counseling
Center will present the most current information regarding depression and how
to get help. Plan to attend on Wednesday, April 11 in the SUB Fireside Room from
7-8:30 p.m. For more information, contact Cheryl McCoy in Residence Life (206)
281-2043. Employee
Enrichment Classes This Week
On Thursday, April 12, in the Library Seminar
Room, the Office of Human Resources has arranged for MetLife to present the following
workshops. RSVPs are encouraged but not required. Contact the Office of Human
Resources at (206) 281-2809, or e-mail rbaines@spu.edu
to RSVP or for more information. Ten
Ways to Make Your Life Less Taxing
10-11:00 a.m. and 2-3:00 p.m. Estate
Planning for Everyone
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m. Complete
Your Degree in Organizational Behavior
Are you a working adult with an
unfinished undergraduate degree? Discover how to realize your dream to complete
your bachelor's degree in a supportive and convenient environment. SPU’s Degree
Completion Program (DCP) will hold an information meeting on Wednesday, April
18, from 6-8:30 p.m. in the Library Seminar Room. Professors as well as financial
and academic counselors will be on hand to answer your questions. For more information,
call DCP Admissions Counselor Dave McReynolds at (206) 281-3506, or visit the
Web site. http://www.spu.edu/depts/dcp/
Nominate
a Staff Person
Want to appreciate a staff member? Act now by nominating
them to Staff Council for the Oral V. Hemry "Staff of the Year" Award. Two staff
members (one exempt and one non-exempt) will be awarded $1,000 in appreciation
of their contribution to the SPU community. Submit your online nominations at
http://www.spu.edu/special/staffcouncil/staff_of-the_year_nominations.html.
Hard copies are also available around campus. To request one, please contact Dean
Carrell at (206) 281-2083. Deadline is April 20. Nominate
Another Staff and Faculty Person
The President's Awards for Excellence
annually recognize one faculty member and one staff member whose contributions
to SPU honor the University's mission and exemplify the values and vision of the
Comprehensive Plan for the 21st Century. The President will select and then, on
Tuesday, May 8, 2001, announce the recipients at the President's Chapel for Faculty
and Staff Recognition. To nominate individuals, go to the Web site at
http://www.spu.edu/special/presaward/. The deadline
is Friday, April 13.
Staff
Payroll Change?
The 15th of each month is the last day to make adjustments
or additions to your staff payroll check. April
Is Academic
You've seen the banners around campus and yes, it's here!
Academic April has begun. This is our fourth year in using the month of April
to focus on students' academic progress and it's WORKING! Last year we saw a 5
percent improvement in our graduation rates; a big jump in such a short time.
Check out the Academic April Web site on the SPU home page at http://www.spu.edu/special/academicapril/.
All events are listed, including Faith Forums, career development sessions and
the new "Major's Fair." Look for ads in The Falcon for weekly updates and reminders.
Academic April is a universitywide event. As faculty and staff, you work closely
with students and through those relationships you have the opportunity to guide
their academic progress. As you are working with students, feel free to e-mail
Student Academic Services at sasinfo@spu.edu
with any questions regarding Academic April events. With your support, students
will continue to progress and graduate in a timely manner. Trivia
Fans Unite
For a great night out, you can't beat the annual Washington
Literacy Trivia Bee, May 23, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Town Hall. The SPU Dream Team of
Academe (Team members: Eric Hanson, professor of music; Doug Downing, associate
professor of economics; and former SPU staff member Tim Surdyk. Coach: Tracy Cooper,
news and media relations manager in University Communications) are in the hunt
for the traveling trophy of trivia. Last year the SPU team placed fourth in a
field of 30. Hilarious emceeing by NPR's Bill Radke. Great food, silent auction
and a good cause. Tickets are just $25 each, available now from Connie McDougall
at (206) 784-6411 or xcjmac@aol.com.
Join the SPU contingent for a raucous evening of arcane chicanery! SPU
Theatre Presents Translations
The play, Translations, opens
Thursday, April 19. Set in Ireland in 1833, Brian Friel's "hauntingly lyrical
play" is built around the historic British campaign to replace Gaelic place names
with English ones. Described as a "modern classic," Translations explores
the personal as well as the cultural impacts this has on the people of two different
heritages. Tickets are on sale now at the FPA Box Office in McKinley Hall. Ticket
prices are $6 for students and seniors, $10 all others. Performances are April
19-21, 26-28, at 7:30 p.m. To purchase or reserve your tickets, stop by the box
office or call (206) 281-2959. Be looking in your mail for an opening weekend
complimentary faculty and staff invitation. Come
and Say Goodbye to Rich
Rich Okamoto, assistant director of the Center
for Learning, is leaving SPU after 11 years. He has been involved in many campus
programs over the years, including teaching, counseling, serving on CREA, training
tutors and leading cadres. He has also been involved in several Seattle community
groups, serving as an effective witness for SPU on the board of the downtown YMCA
and various state professional organizations. There will be a reception for Rich
to say thanks and wish him well on Wednesday, April 11, from 3-4 p.m. in the Fireside
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O'Leary
and Killingsworth Make Presentations
Robbin O'Leary, associate professor
of mathematics, and Russ Killingsworth, math instructor and Math Lab coordinator,
presented at the recent Mathematical Association of America regional conference
held at SPU. Their talk, titled "A University and Public School Partnership to
Improve Mathematics Knowledge of Elementary School Teachers," reported on a collaboration
between these mathematicians and a group of sixth grade teachers in the Highline
School District, funded by a Washington GOALS 2000 grant. Thanks
Ray, Tim and Steve
Kudos to Ray Myers, professor of science education;
Tim Nelson, associate professor of biology; and Steve Johnson, associate professor
of mathematics, for their participation in the Junior Science and Humanities Symposium
on campus during Spring Break. For several years, Ray has been overseeing this
conference that brings middle and high school students and their teachers to campus
to showcase their projects in science and humanities. Tim and Steve were judges
of student projects. Wicks
Named to Advisory Panel
David Wicks, director of instructional technology
services, has been selected to serve on the National Advisory Panel for Calvin
College's Fund for the Improvement of Post-Secondary Education project titled
"Building Information Technology Fluency into a Liberal Arts Core Curriculum."
Welcome,
New Staff
The Office of Human Resources would like the SPU community to
join us in welcoming the following new employees:
Kristin Brann has joined
Student Academic Services as the scheduling and registration assistant.
Jackie
Chavanu will be serving as associate director for adult program marketing in Admissions.
Gary Trotter began as a multi-skilled tradesman in Plant Services.
Sarah
Mitchell has joined the University Communications staff as a communications specialist.
Linda Wagner is now serving as the acting director of the Center for Learning.
Theresa Martin has joined the University Communications staff as the graphic
designer for adult education.
Contact information for these new employees
is available on the SPU White Pages or through their departments. Back
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