Do you want to be an Ally to victims of sexual violence? The Office of Institutional Equity and Inclusive Excellence invites you to attend an upcoming BRAVE training on November 5, 2020 at 1pm, and an upcoming webinar “How to be an effective Ally for Survivors” with the St. Joseph Family Center’s SOS Advocate Center November 19 at 12pm. Registration for both events must be done in advance
Election discussions in the classroom
Election Day is finally here and emotions are running high. We’d like to remind you that our classrooms should be a welcoming place for all our students, so any conversations in the classroom about the election or its aftermath should be handled with care and consideration for diverse views and experiences. It’s important to establish ground rules and goals for a productive discussion. This article contains a wealth of information for handling difficult conversations in the classroom: https://citl.indiana.edu/teaching-resources/diversity-inclusion/managing-difficult-classroom-discussions/index.html
This article provides more focused advice about the 2020 election: https://crlt.umich.edu/blog/structuring-classroom-discussions-about-2020-election
Presidential Search Virtual Town Hall
You are invited to give input on the search for Indiana University’s next president through a town hall Thursday, Nov. 5. The IU Board of Trustees’ presidential search advisory committee is gathering feedback on three key questions:
- What major challenges and opportunities will the next president inherit?
- What type of person will be best prepared to address the challenges and explore opportunities in terms of leadership style, experience, financial acumen, views, etc.?
- What highlights can the search committee and advisory committee share with candidates unfamiliar with IU and Indiana.
IU faculty, staff and students and members of the public can share their feedback during this town hall session. Participants are requested to register to attend the session:
- IU South Bend: 3:30 to 5p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5
Comments may also be sent to the search advisory committee at info@rwilliamfunk.com by Nov. 6.
The advisory committee will present its report to the search committee by Nov. 13. The Board of Trustees’ intent is to have a new leader in place when President Michael A. McRobbie retires in June 2021. Updates about the search will be posted on the presidential search page on the Board of Trustees website.
Seeking Nominations for Campus Strategic Plan Working Groups
The Campus Directions Committee seeks nominations, including self-nominations, for membership in five strategic planning working groups that will be charged with developing strategic statements and goals for the IU South Bend Campus Strategic Plan. In particular, the committee is seeking faculty and staff members who have expertise and/or interest in the following areas:
- Increase Enrollment, Retention, and Completion
- Demonstrate Fiscal Responsibility, Stewardship, and Vibrancy
- Strengthen and Continue to Build High-Quality Educational Opportunities
- Promote Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity
- Enhance Community, Regional, and National Partnerships
Because the CDC is working with a tight deadline, please send nominations (along with the area of interest) to Committee Co-Chair Susan Moore (sulmoore@iusb.edu) by Tuesday, November 3, 5 p.m., at the latest.
ADP@IUSB Videos: What to do with your ABSENTEE ballot today!
IMPORTANT: Absentee ballots must be RECEIVED by NOON on Election Day to be counted by election officials. A postmark does not count! If you requested an absentee ballot, but have not yet mailed it, you should plan to HAND-DELIVER IT to the county clerk or surrender it at the polls on Election Day.
Watch these American Democracy Project videos to learn more about how to CORRECTLY fill out, seal, sign, and deliver your absentee ballot.
How to AVOID making mistakes when filling out your absentee ballot, and how to make your your ballot doesn’t arrive too late to be counted.
ADP@IUSB Video: What You Need to Bring with You to the Polls to Vote in Indiana
University Grill Menu
Monday: Spaghetti Squash Marinara
Tuesday: Nacho Day! Nacho Bar
Wednesday: Stuffed Peppers
Thursday: Donut Day! Hot Dog Bar
We’re All in This Together!
To show our appreciation for all you do in keeping our campus safe please join us for
Chancellor Elrod’s “We’re all in this together”
Complimentary Grab & Go Lunch!
Wednesday, November 4th from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Four pick up points: (please use the one closest to your office, classroom or work station)
Wiekamp (at the IU wall)
Education and Arts (lobby in front of windows)
Northside Hall (along windows north of performance hall)
University Center (Fireside)
Masks required.
If you have any questions please contact Soraya Malcom at smalcom@iusb.edu.
Ecochallenge of the Week
The Center for a Sustainable Future has been giving challenges every week for this year to help lower our environmental impact!
The challenge for this week helps save money and the earth!
Go Paperless: I will avoid unnecessary printing and “go digital” whenever possible.
This goes along with November 6th, which is World Paper Free Day!
Business Outlook Panel 2020
The Judd Leighton School of Business and Economics Presents Business Outlook Panel 2020
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2020 / 8:00–9:30 A.M.
An Online Event
Indiana University economists will be presenting an online seminar on Friday, November 13, 2020, for their annual look at the world, national and regional economies. The panel will discuss how the changing economic environment will affect business and public policy decisions.
Program begins at 8:00 a.m.
Admission is free, but registration is required. Registrants will receive the meeting link a few days prior to the event. Click here to register
Panel members include:
Catherine Bonser-Neal, Associate Professor of Finance, Kelley School of Business
Ellie Mafi-Kreft, Clinical Associate Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy, Kelley School of Business
Ryan Brewer, Associate Professor of Finance, Indiana University – Columbus
Hong Zhuang, Director of Bureau of Business and Economic Research, Associate Professor of Economics, Judd Leighton School of Business and Economics
Ken Carow (Moderator), Executive Associate Dean for Indianapolis Research and Programs, Kelley School of Business, IUPUI
Tracey Anderson, Interim Dean and Professor of Accounting, Judd Leighton School of Business and Economics
Admission is free, but registration is required. Registrants will receive the meeting link a few days prior to the event.