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February 12, 2008
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign: Dean Mullins' Underlying Keys to Academic Success
On Wednesday, February 6th, Associate Dean Victor Mullins hosted the first spring Student Success Seminar entitled "The Keys to Academic Success in the College of Business." The seminar was open to all students in the College of Business and focused mainly on how to overcome the everyday struggles that business students face. Moreover, the event addressed the issue of how academic success is tied to the utilization of available resources. Through Mullins' personable demeanour and unique approach, the seminar was able to reinforce a key goal of the College of Business, which is to generate a drive for success. The students of the success seminar were very fortunate to have Mullins as the speaker. Mullins' unique approach in conveying the 'keys' to academic success definitely made his points stand out. Rather than stating the generic characteristics of a hard-worker, he promoted success by speaking about the weakness and everyday struggles of a college student immediately followed by discussing strategies and resources that conquer that particular weakness. At the seminar, the students were provided with several resources of the University and the College of Business, which included a tutor list, study plan, university phone numbers, etc. This was meant to bring awareness to the students on the resources they can utilize to help them succeed. In the discussion of weaknesses, one of the key struggles identified was inefficient time allocation, which is among the most prevalent problems faced by college students today. With this, Mullins emphasized the importance of study plans and even encouraged students with this problem to go to his office where he would personally form a study plan with the student. In fact, he openly said, "Come see me," a saying he continuously reiterated throughout the seminar. Interactive discussion was another key portion of the seminar. Students were able to open up and voice their own concerns, without turning the seminar into a complaint session. Student Timothy Umunna, a junior majoring in Business Administration, opened up about his frustration with Economics 203 when he was unable to achieve on tests based on discrepancies with the professor's intentions. Umunna commented, "It's hard to get into the teacher's mind. It's all about the framing." This sparked a discussion about the importance of proactive responses, such as taking advantage of office hours or tutors. The Student Success Seminar was definitely successful. It brought together a variety of students who were willing to learn more about the resources of the University and the College of Business and how it would aid in their future success. It is no doubt that Mullins was a big reason for this success, as he declared, "My goal is to help achieve other's goals."
Source: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
For the second semester in a row, enrollment figures for the 10th day of spring classes at St. Cloud State University are up in all key categories compared to the same period a year ago. Retention rates, the number of fall semester students who enrolled for spring semester, are also up at 2.7 percent. Total 10th day enrollment is now 14,980, up 2.0 percent from 14,687 on the same day of classes in spring 2007. It's the highest spring semester total 10th day enrollment in at least nine years. It is projected that 30th day spring enrollment will exceed 15,500. Increases by various categories compared to last year are:
" New entering freshmen up 44.6 percent.
" New transfer students up 11.5 percent.
" Total domestic students of color up 21.7 percent. Since spring 2000, the number of students of color at St. Cloud State has increased 121 percent to reach a record-high of 1,140, which is 7.6 percent of the student body. The fall-to-spring retention rate for students of color rose 3.4 percent to 86.8 percent.
" Total international students up 11.9 percent. This brings the number of international students to a record-high of 1,034. In addition, 33 new exchange students arrived for a semester of studies through partnership agreements established in Africa, Asia, Europe and South America. St. Cloud State's international students represent approximately 80 countries around the globe.
" Total graduate students up 3.7 percent.
Source: St. Cloud State University, Minnesota
February 7, 2008
Renowned Scholar Timothy Slater Accepts University of Wyoming Endowed Chair in Science Education
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Scholar Timothy F. Slater will join the University of Wyoming College of Education faculty next academic year as the first recipient of the Wyoming Excellence in Higher Education Endowed Chair in Science Education. Slater is an associate professor of astronomy at the University of Arizona (UA), where he founded and directs the internationally recognized Conceptual Astronomy and Physics Education Research (CAPER) team. He says three factors contributed to his decision to accept the UW assignment: a prominent platform to advance the practice and research of science education that an endowed chair provides, and access to unique resources; the opportunity to apply a successful model of graduate education that he developed at UA to a wider range of science disciplines; and the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across campus to deliver high-quality programming that strengthens science instruction and teacher preparation. Slater anticipates focusing on two early goals upon arriving in Wyoming. One high priority will be creating and delivering new workshops for high school science teachers that complement existing professional development programs offered by the UW Science-Mathematics Teaching Center. He also will begin to explore opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across campus, including the College of Arts and Science and the Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources, on grant proposals that support common science education research, policy, and programming goals. "I am excited that we have been able to attract a person with Dr. Slater's credentials to this endowed chair position," College of Education Dean Patricia McClurg says. "He brings a solid record of exemplary teaching, working both with students preparing to be teachers and professional development programs for teachers in the field."Dr. Slater's record of securing extramural funding is equally impressive," McClurg adds. "He is a prolific author with publications appearing in respected journals and books and the author of multiple papers presented in national professional conferences. I am looking forward to Dr. Slater's arrival and to the impact he will have on our programs both on campus and throughout the state."
Source: University of Wyoming
The Texas Instruments Foundation has established a $332,400 grant over a three-year period to create a TI Science & Technology Innovation Fund. "There is a great story of collaboration unfolding at UT Dallas, which I believe will yield tremendous value for this region and has been greatly facilitated by the TI Foundation's grant," said Steve Lyle, Texas Instruments' director of Human Resources Shared Services and chairman of the industry advisory council for UT Dallas' School of Management. "The collaboration between the schools of Management and Engineering has never been better and more aligned with the vision of UT Dallas as a whole," Lyle said. "This alignment and collaboration will promote economic growth in the region by turning research into valuable products and services and by delivering a talented labor pool of engineers and technologists who are also managers, leaders and entrepreneurs." To date, the relationship between the university's School of Management and the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science has yielded a joint degree program, in which a student can obtain dual master's degrees in Electrical Engineering and Management. Also, students earning bachelor's degrees in Electrical Engineering can earn credit toward MBA degrees. The schools have also collaborated on the Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IIE) at UT Dallas. The Entrepreneurship Incentive Scholarship program is designed to encourage undergraduates enrolled in UTD's engineering, science and technology majors to enrol in SOM courses leading to the university's minor in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. TI has supported higher education for more than 60 years. In the past decade, Texas Instruments and the Texas Instruments Foundation have made grants totalling more than $75 million to colleges and universities. The foundation, founded in 1964, is a non-profit corporation providing philanthropic support for educational and charitable purposes, primarily in the communities where Texas Instruments has a presence. The School of Management's full-time MBA program ranks 26th among public schools of business and 53rd overall, according to U.S. News & World Report. Financial Times ranks the research productivity of the SOM faculty 20th worldwide, and it ranks the school's executive MBA first in Texas and tied for 10th in the U.S. With more than 2,600 students, nearly 100 faculty and more than $27 million in research funding, the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science at UT Dallas is in the midst of a $300 million public-private initiative that includes the recent completion of a 192,000-square-foot interdisciplinary research building. Named after Texas Instruments co-founder J. Erik Jonsson, the school awards degrees in electrical engineering, computer science, telecommunications engineering, computer engineering, software engineering, and materials science and engineering.
Source: The University of Texas at Dallas
Syracuse University's L.C. Smith College of Engineering and Computer Science (LCS) will mark National Engineers Week with a series of educational and recreational events aimed at celebrating the contributions that engineers make in the daily lives of humankind and intended to bring LCS students together for networking and fun. National Engineers Week is celebrated across the United States Feb. 17-23, and LCS' activities will run from Feb. 15-23. Part of the college's celebration will include the LCS Olympics, engineering social events, and several career- and networking-focused opportunities. "E-Week sheds a light on the role engineers play in our lives every day," says LCS Interim Dean Shiu-Kai Chin. "From our cell phones and iPods to our cars and planes, most of these innovations have been touched by an engineer. E-Week helps raise the awareness of what we as engineers do. "This entire week is dedicated to educating the community about our profession and its contributions to society as a whole. We are excited about our annual celebration and proud of our LCS faculty, staff, students and alumni that play such a large role in its success." On Sunday, Feb. 17, E-Week kicks off around the nation and LCS celebrates with the annual PRIDE Incentive Reception at the Sheraton Syracuse University Hotel & Conference Center. The event, which celebrates the achievements of students who participate in the college's Programs Rooted In Developing Excellence, is by invitation only. On Monday, Feb. 18, at 5 p.m., the Technology Alliance of Central New York will present "Engineering Careers Forum" in The Underground of the Hildegarde and J. Myer Schine Student Center. Panellists will include LCS adjunct professor Harold Burstyn, as well as representatives from Barton & Loguidice PC, Building Energy Solutions, INFICON, Lockheed Martin and Sensis. The event is sponsored by the National Society of Black Engineers. On Tuesday, Feb. 19, local seventh- and eighth-graders will "shadow" LCS students during a series of events organized by the University's Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP). On Thursday, Feb. 21, LCS will bring to campus about 20 female senior high school students from Nottingham and Fowler high schools for "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day." Later that same day, the "JPMorgan Chase Network Reception" will take place in Room 369 of Link Hall. In addition to the reception, JPMorgan Chase has helped support numerous activities and giveaways for the LCS E-Week 2008 activities. On Friday, Feb 22, a career connections fair will be held from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the lobby of Link Hall. The event is hosted by the LCS Career Services Center. The fair provides current students with the opportunity to network with prospective employers. Several local and national businesses will showcase their internship and employment opportunities. Also part of the weeklong celebration is the LCS Olympics, which brings together more than 170 students (from both LCS and other schools and colleges on campus) to compete on teams in a week of friendly athletic, academic and design competitions. This year's activities include volleyball, Mario Kart, card house design, penny wars to benefit the American Cancer Society, a scavenger hunt, a trivia contest, human bowling and a tug of war. "Our goal for this weeklong celebration is to highlight the importance and tremendous impact that engineers and computer scientists have on our society," says Kate Pynn, director of student support and PRIDE programs in LCS and organizer of E-Week. "As our LCS Olympics T-shirt motto states, 'Engineers Keep the World Running.' I encourage everyone to take time to rightfully thank them and celebrate their accomplishments." The week will conclude on Saturday, Feb. 23, with a symposium on "Evolving Communications Law to Embrace Modern Challenges." The 8 a.m.-5 p.m. event is co-hosted by the College of Law and is sponsored by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. The weeklong celebration wraps up with the LCS Disco Dance from 7-11 p.m. at the Sheraton Syracuse University Hotel & Conference Center.
Source: Syracuse University, New York
Last year, the first Warhawk Business Plan contest, sponsored by the student-run Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization (CEO) at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, helped give students their first step in turning an idea or opportunity into a viable business. Now the contest is on again as CEO and UW-Whitewater host the second annual Warhawk Business Plan Contest. "This year, I'm hoping to get as many students involved as possible," CEO President of Competition Vanessa Lund said. "Last year approximately 40 teams entered the first round. I am expecting at least 50 this year, if not more. From what I saw presented at the final round last year, I am anticipating some phenomenal business plans this year."
"The Business Plan Competition is one of CEO's signature programs," said Jimmy Peltier, CEO founding advisor and the Irvin L. Young professor of entrepreneurship. "In three short years we went from participating in a business plan competition, to launching our own, to the large program it is today." The first-round submission deadline is Feb. 15. The submission should be a 200-word essay that explains the business proposal. Along with the submission, include the names, e-mails and phone numbers of all team members and the proposed business name. Teams can consist of one to five people, with at least one UW-Whitewater student. Submissions should be sent to contest@uww.edu by midnight on Friday, Feb. 15. First prize is $5,000, second prize is $3,000 and third prize is $1,000. Smaller prizes will be given as well.
Source: University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
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