Monthly update on behalf of the Division of Student Affairs. Submit news and announcements to Katy Cran at kcran@iastate.edu.
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Iowa State University's first-ever 24-hour giving day, Forever True Day, is March 1 and 2. This online giving opportunity will be filled with matches, challenges, and special messages.
The Division of Student Affairs will be featured during Forever True Day with a focus on giving to our Student Health and Wellness areas and The SHOP. We are excited to engage Cyclones here and around the globe during the first annual day of giving for ISU!
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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS ANNUAL AWARDS
The 2022 Division of Student Affairs Award nominations are available online. Nominations are due Friday, March 18 at 5 p.m. Click the button below for more details about each award and nomination criteria.
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ERIN BALDWIN NAMED TO NASPA AVP STEERING COMMITTEE |
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Erin Baldwin, Associate Vice President for Student Health and Wellness and Director of Thielen Health Center, was appointed to serve as a member of the NASPA AVP Steering Committee. This committee seeks to address the diverse needs of all Associate Vice Presidents and supports AVPs through professional development, knowledge dissemination, networking opportunities, and recognition. Erin will serve a two-year appointment. Congratulations to Erin on this wonderful accomplishment! |
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YOU'RE INVITED: NATIONAL-PANHELLENIC COUNCIL PLAZA RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY
The Office of Sorority and Fraternity Engagement and the NPHC Plaza committee are gearing up for a special ceremony officially opening the plaza located on the northwest corner of the Memorial Union. Save the date for Sunday, April 3 to celebrate the new space honoring our NPHC organizations and members.
Learn more about the plaza or make a donation here.
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DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS ASSESSMENT SYMPOSIUM |
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The Division of Student Affairs Assessment Symposium is Monday, April 25 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Memorial Union. Please plan to join colleagues from across the division to engage in conversation, gain new skills, and learn about departmental assessment efforts.
Symposium Agenda
1:00 p.m. Welcome
1:10 p.m. Co-Curricular Learning Domains Mini Workshop
2:00 p.m.- 2:40 p.m. Breakout Sessions
- Data Equity (part one)
- Learning/Program Outcomes
- Basic Data Analysis and Excel Tips
2:50 p.m.- 3:30 p.m. Breakout Sessions
- Data Equity (part two)
- Planning Assessment at the Organizational Level
- Storytelling with Data and Strategic Communication
3:30 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. Gelato Social and Poster Review
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CAMPUS LIFE DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION DIVERSITY DIALOGUES SERIES
Spring 2022 Schedule
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March 1: How to Address and Navigate Diversity Burnout with Justin Roberson (CALS Student Retention Coordinator)
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April 5: Single Story Perspectives and Their Influence on Xenophobia in the US with Jahmai Fisher (CALS Director of Multicultural Student Success)
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April 19: Veteran Student Experience at Iowa State with Rita Case (Director of the Iowa State University Veterans Center)
NOTE: Meal tickets for the MU Food Court will be available for the first 30 people who RSVP for each session and will be only valid for the date of the Diversity Dialogue. Information, including where to pick up your meal tickets and the Zoom link will be shared with registered attendees 24-48 hours prior to each session.
The purpose of the Campus Life Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Diversity Dialogues are intended to provide information and access to university resources in an effort to foster a diverse, inclusive, and equitable campus community, in alignment with the Principles of Community as well as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals within the University’s strategic plan.
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STUDENT OPPORTUNITY: DESTINATION IOWA STATE
TEAM LEADER APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
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DON'T FORGET TO COMPLETE THE FREE SPEECH TRAINING
this semester, all community members received a message from the Board of Regents to complete a 15-20 minute training module to better understand rights to free expression. The training should be completed by the end of the semester and can be accessed via Learn@ISU. Learn more about the training here.
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CARE Recognition is an ongoing recognition for Committed • Accomplished • Responsive • Engaged Division of Student Affairs staff. It is a great way to send kudos to a colleague for a job well done! Staff submitted for recognition will receive their nomination via email (supervisor copied) and may be included in the division newsletter, social media, and at events. Questions can be sent to Katy Cran at kcran@iastate.edu.
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Ryan McGowan, Logistics Specialist III, ISU Dining
Their nominator wrote:
"Ryan and the entire ISU Dining Food Stores team have been integral in the receiving and warehousing of the COVID test kits at the University. The team then distributes the kits to five locations across campus as supplies deplete. This was a newly assigned task to the team and they graciously accepted the responsibility."
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See a list of all staff who have received a CARE Recognition here.
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Health and Wellness Trainings Available for Staff and Students
Recovery on Campus – Faculty/Staff Connection is a new social networking group for employees who identify as being in recovery or are allies of the recovery community. This group is part of the Collegiate Recovery Community (CRC) and is designed to focus on building community. Learn more about CRC here: https://www.studentwellness.iastate.edu/collegiate-recovery-community/
Wellness Breaks
Division of Student Affairs staff are encouraged to dedicate 30 minutes each month to focus on their wellbeing. Staff can build this dedicated time into their schedule proactively and is not intended to replace breaks staff already receive nor it is a time to catch up on work. The purpose is for staff to engage in something that will help with their current state of wellbeing. This individualized approach can help staff focus on what's most important to them. Resources and opportunities are available in this CyBox.
Division of Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion
Educational Session Call for Proposals
These sessions are intended to provide Division of Student Affairs employees with the opportunity to engage in educational discussions and presentations centered on diversity and inclusion. Sessions can be 50, 75, or 90 minutes in length. In addition to developing new presentations, you are also invited to submit a presentation/program you may have previously given, or preparing to give, at a conference. Sessions will begin this fall and continue throughout the 2021-2022 academic year. We look forward to your submissions!
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ISCORE
Virtual pre-conference for faculty, staff, and graduate students: March 2
In-person conference: March 4
Spring Break
March 14-18
Division of Student Affairs Award Nominations Due
Friday, March 18 at 5 p.m.
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Division of Student Affairs Spring Awards Ceremony
Tuesday, April 19 at 9 a.m.
Sun Room, Memorial Union
Division of Student Affairs Assessment Symposium
Monday, April 25 | 1-4 p.m.
Memorial Union
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