Monday, March 3, 2008
Monday, March 3, 2008
Quote
of the Day
"Action is the foundational key to all success."
Pablo Picasso
Hot Topic
01. Drexel's LinkEdu Officially Launches Today
Topics of the Day
02.
School of Education Produces iPod Tours for National Constitution Center
03.
College of Law Sponsors Forum: Achieving Life-Work Balance
04.
Call for Presentations: Drexel eLearning 2.0 Conference
05.
SAFAC Allocations
06.
Alumni Association Scholarships
07.
Benefits Buzz: "Employee Assistance Program"
08.
Drexel Green
09.
Three CEO Workshops Today
10. Fantasy Casino and Halo 3 Tournament
11. Interfraternity Council and the Panhellenic Council Win Awards
12. Lunch, Learn and Lead with Pat McGonigal, Co-Founder of iHealth Technologies
13. TIAA-CREF Individual Conferences
14. Biddle Law Society to Present "Battle of the LSAT Preps"
15. Retirement Plan Workshops
16. University Hearing/Appellate Board Recruiting
17. Tax Help Available
18. The Triangle Seeks Business Staff
19. Materials Science and Engineering to Present: "ZnO Nanowire Dye Sensitized Solar Cells"
Drexel's LinkEdu Officially Launches Today
Representatives from Google and Microsoft will come to campus to help launch and celebrate another technological first at Drexel University as the LinkEdu service will be unveiled today, March 3, 2008, at 10 a.m. in the lobby of the Creese Student Center (32nd and Chestnut Streets).
Drexel's LinkEdu is a unique partnership combining the strengths of two of the world's largest information technology companies, Google and Microsoft and the technology vision and leadership of Drexel University. This partnership provides Drexel students with the choice of three Drexel-branded email services and offers enhanced document storage, collaboration tools, calendars, and personal blogs. The University is the only one to offer both services while maintaining a University email system. LinkEdu offers new services and extensive capacity while maintaining students' ability to choose what works best for them.
There will be complimentary refreshments, demos and prizes at the event.
For more information, visit http://www.drexel.edu/LinkEdu.
Approved under the authority of John A. Bielec, Vice President for Information Resources and Technology
School of Education Produces iPod Tours for National Constitution Center
Visitors to Philadelphia's National Constitution Center (NCC) have the opportunity to learn more about the relationship between baseball and American culture, thanks to a new iPod tour produced by the School of Education.
The exhibit, Baseball as America, opened on February 15 and will continue through May 11, 2008. The 6,000-square-foot exhibition was organized by the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, N.Y., and marks the first time the treasures of the Hall of Fame have toured the United States.
The iPod tour includes a video introduction to Baseball as America. Guests are then guided through the exhibit by Harry Kalas, who has spent four decades as the announcer for the Philadelphia Phillies.
All of the technical aspects of the tour were produced in the School of Education's Research and Demonstration (RaD) Lab. The production process included recording and editing the audio, producing the photo and graphic elements, video editing, and programming the iPods.
Through the end of March, Drexel students, faculty, and staff may take part in the iPod tour for free with purchase of an admission ticket. The tour's regular prices are $2 for NCC members and $3 for non-members.
For more information about the School of Education, visit http://www.drexel.edu/soe.
To learn more about the National Constitution Center, visit http://www.constitutioncenter.org.
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
College of Law Sponsors Forum: Achieving Life-Work Balance
The College of Law and the Young Lawyers Division of the Philadelphia Bar Association will sponsor a forum on Wednesday, March 5, 2008, at 5:30 p.m. in the 11th floor conference center of the Philadelphia Bar Association (1101 Market Street).
A panel including Danielle Banks of Stradley Ronon, Sandra Terry Crawford of Rawle & Henderson LLP, Alan Nochumson of Nochumson PC, and Nancy R. Peterson, vice president and deputy general counsel of AlliedBarton, will discuss the challenges for attorneys in achieving a life-work balance in diverse settings.
The program is free, but registration is required. Register online at http://www.philadelphiabar.org.
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Call for Presentations: Drexel eLearning 2.0 Conference
The Office of Information Resources and Technology, Drexel eLearning, and Villanova University will host the annual Drexel eLearning 2.0 Conference, at Drexel on Thursday, March 20, 2008, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Behrakis Grand Hall, Creese Student Center (32nd and Chestnut Streets).
Dr. Mark David Milliron (http://www.markmilliron.com) will be the special luncheon speaker. Dr. Milliron is an award-winning leader, author, speaker, and consultant best known for exploring leadership development, future trends, learning strategies, and the human side of technology change.
Conference attendees will choose from more than 20 presentations related to technology tools and pedagogical options related to online instruction. Attendance will be limited to the first 200 registrants, so register early at http://www.drexel.edu/irt/eLearningConf2008/.
Those interested in presenting at this year's conference have until Wednesday, March 5, 2008 to submit a proposal at the conference site. This conference is an opportunity to share best practices and creative approaches to online teaching and learning. Last year attendees came from 50 institutions. Join your colleagues from Drexel and beyond to learn how to enhance the online learning experience for students.
Approved under the authority of John A. Bielec, Vice President for Information Resources and Technology
SAFAC Annual Allocation Information Sessions
For more information, contact the SAFAC advisor at safac@drexel.edu or contact the assigned SAFAC Liaison.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Alumni Association Scholarships
The Drexel University Alumni Association is pleased to announce the availability of two scholarships for current students.
Students already awarded a full-tuition scholarship are not eligible. Finalists may be required to interview with the Scholarship Committee.
Applications are due at the Office of Alumni Relations by Friday, March 7, 2008, and are available at http://www.drexel.edu/ia/alumrel/association_scholarships.asp
Approved under the authority of Pete Frisko, Vice President for Institutional Advancement
Benefits Buzz: "Employee Assistance Program"
Human Resources will host "Employee Assistance Program" today, March 3, 2008 from 3 to 4 p.m. in room 116, Korman Center (33rd Street between Chestnut and Market Streets). The next Benefits Buzz session, "Healthy Lifestyles," will be held on Monday, March 10, at the same time and location.
Benefits Buzz is an informal weekly meeting geared toward answering questions and providing information about Drexel benefits. Human Resources representatives will be available to present information and answer questions from faculty and staff.
For more information, e-mail Trish Mahon at pam82@drexel.edu or call 215-895-6842.
Approved under the authority of Adele T. Barbato, Senior Vice President for Human Resources
Students interested in helping Drexel University become more sustainable are invited to hear Drexel's executive vice president and chief of staff, Tobey Oxholm (above), discuss the University's new sustainability planning process at a dinner meeting today, March 3, 2008, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the Private Dining Room, Handschumacher Dining Center (Chestnut Street between 32nd and 33rd Streets).
Come prepared with questions and ideas about how to make Drexel more green. Be ready to sign-on as an active member of this new initiative.
For more information or to RSVP, contact studentlife@drexel.edu.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
The Creating Excellent Organizations (CEO) Program will offer three workshops today.
Katie Ludgate and Stephanie Stayton of the Panhellenic Council will present "Greek History Visited" from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the Tutor Lounge, Myers Hall (33rd and Race Streets).
Since 1776, fraternities have been an integral and essential part of American higher education, and Drexel University's campus life is no exception. The first fraternities were founded on our campus in 1919, and over time raternities and sororities have helped to shape the evolution of our campus. With members such as Bob Buckley, Harold Myers, John Daskalakis, Richard Greenawalt, Ray Westphal and George M. Ross, Greek-letter organizations and their members have created lifelong relationships and connections with their alma mater, Drexel University. This is only the beginning of the story of fraternities.
This workshop is designed for student organization leaders and members. This event is open to both Greek and non-affiliated students.
Brian J. Musser, Baptist campus minister, will present "Time Management is Spiritual" from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in room 2019, MacAlister Hall (33rd and Chestnut Streets).
Musser asks this question: If God made time and then made us to live with it, why do we never seem to have enough of it?
In this workshop, participants will learn how to apply spiritual principles to decisions about time management. They will learn the art of saying 'no' to something good in order to be able to say 'yes' to that which is best. They will begin a process to organize their time management decisions based on their belief systems.
Rebecca Dzara, assistant director of Campus Activities, will present "Communication Etiquette" from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in room 2020, MacAlister Hall (33rd and Chestnut Streets).
These free workshops are designed for student organization leaders and members. For more information, visit http://www.drexel.edu/oca/l/.Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Fantasy Casino and Halo 3 Tournament
The Office of Campus Activities is hosting a Fantasy Casino and Halo 3 Tournament on Saturday, March 8, 2008, from 9 to 11:30 p.m. in the Daskalakis Athletic Center (33rd and Market Streets).
Students are invited to come out and have some fun, enjoy free food and a chance to win a new Xbox 360 or portable DVD player.
To sign-up for the Halo Tournament, e-mail jmg29@drexel.edu. Only the first 20 people will be accepted. All other games, such as roulette, craps, blackjack and poker, are open to all students for the duration of the event.
For more information, e-mail askoca@drexel.edu.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Interfraternity Council and the Panhellenic Council Win Awards
The Drexel University Interfraternity Council and the Drexel University Panhellenic Council received awards at the Northeast Greek Leadership Association Annual Conference (February 21 - 24, 2008) in Hartford, CT.
The Panhellenic Council won awards in the following areas: Council Management, Membership Recruitment, Continuous Open Bidding, Philanthropy and Community Service, Academic Achievement, and Risk Reduction and Management.
The Interfraternity Council was recognized in the category of Council Management.
Hundreds of fraternity and sorority leaders from the Northeast attend the annual conference each year to participate in three days of workshops, general sessions and idea sharing. The NGLA awards program recognizes the outstanding efforts of Greek governing councils and celebrates their accomplishments.
For more information on Fraternitry and Sorority Life, visit http://www.drexel.edu/studentlife/fsl or e-mail greeklife@drexel.edu.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Lunch, Learn and Lead with Pat McGonigal, Co-Founder of iHealth Technologies
Learn which factors contribute to the success of leaders from great organizations at a lunch-and-learning session with Pat McGonigal on Wednesday, March 5, 2008, from noon to 1 p.m. in room 208, Matheson Hall (Market Street between 32nd and 33rd Streets). In this series, leaders from diverse companies discuss challenges and opportunities that were presented in their journeys to the top.
Lunch will be provided.
For more information, e-mail Cassandra Brown at clb87@drexel.edu, or call 215-895-6294.
Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
TIAA-CREF Individual Conferences
Human Resources will host individual investment education conferences with TIAA-CREF at the Center City Hahnemann Campus on Tuesday, March 4, 2008, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the HR Office, first floor, Bellet Building (15th and Race Streets). Conferences will also be held at the Queen Lane Medical Campus in Seminar Room A03 on Wednesday, March 5, 2008, and at the University City Main Campus on Thursday, March 6, 2008, at 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in room 110, College of Law Building (3320 Market Street). Reservations are required.
Scheduling information and other dates are available on the Drexel University and DUCOM Web sites in calendar format. Click on one of the links below for this information.
Drexel University: Retirement Plan at http://www.drexel.edu/hr/benefits/IE-IndividualConf.html
DUCOM: Retirement Plan at http://www.drexel.edu/admin/hr_hs/benefits/InvestEducation.html
For more information, e-mail Rhianna Pearl at pearlr@drexel.edu.
Approved under the Adele T. Barbato, Senior Vice President for Human Resources
Biddle Law Society to Present "Battle of the LSAT Preps"
Drexel's Biddle Law Society will present "Battle of the LSAT Preps" on Tuesday, March 4, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. in room 140, College of Law Building (3320 Market Street).
Three of the biggest names in the test prep business, Kaplan, Testmasters and Princeton Review, will battle each other to prove who provides the best test prep.
This is an opportunity to ask questions, learn more about their programs, and make a choice based on facts, experiences and serious advertising. There will also be a raffle at the end of the event for one free LSAT course that each company is donating.
Refreshments will be catered.
For more information or to RSVP, contact bls@drexel.edu.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
TIAA-CREF will present the lecture "Five Habits of Highly Successful Investors" on Wednesday, March 5, 2008 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Queen Lane Medical Campus in Seminar Room A03. The lecture will also be presented on Thursday, March 6, 2008 at the University City Main Campus in room 110, College of Law Building (3320 Market Street). Reservations are recommended, but not required. Attendees are free to bring a lunch to the lecture.
Scheduling information and other dates are available on the Drexel University and DUCOM Web sites in calendar format. Click on one of the links below for this information.
Drexel University: Retirement Plan at http://www.drexel.edu/hr/benefits/InvestEducation.html
DUCOM: Retirement Plan at http://www.drexel.edu/admin/hr_hs/benefits/InvestEducation.html
For more information, e-mail Rhianna Pearl at pearlr@drexel.edu.
Approved under the authority of Adele T. Barbato, Senior Vice President for Human Resources
University Hearing/Appellate Board Recruiting
The Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards (SCCS) is recruiting University Hearing/Appellate Board members for the spring/summer term. The boards handle issues of misconduct and make decisions regarding responsibility and sanctioning. All board members receive thorough training.
For applications and more information, visit the Student Conduct and Community Standards Web site at http://drexel.edu/sccs/. Applications are due Friday, March 14, 2008.
For more information call 215-895-6074 or e-mail SCCS@drexel.edu.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Drexel University's LeBow College of Business and the University's Beta Alpha Psi accounting, finance and MIS fraternity are partnering with the IRS's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to prepare income taxes at no cost for lower income individuals and families.
Certified volunteers will be preparing Federal, PA and NJ returns for individuals and families earning less than $40,000 per year until Wednesday, April 9, 2008, on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Pearlstein Business Learning Center (32nd and Market Streets).
The volunteers are students who received training on the Link and Learn IRS site as well on the TaxWise software and who have received a score of 80% or better on a certification test.
Taxes will be prepared by appointment only. For appointments, call 215-895-0436 or e-mail kaplanje@drexel.edu.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
The Triangle seeks Business Staff
The Triangle, the independent student newspaper at Drexel University, is looking for students to work in the ad sales, marketing and circulation departments beginning in April. Employers love to see prior experience in these fields when considering candidates for co-op as well as for jobs after graduation.
No experience is required, but interested students must be willing to put effort into the job. Perks include free food every night of the week and merit-based gifts for meeting and exceeding departmental goals.
If you are interested in any of these positions, contact the Business Manager, Marshall Fleming, email marshall@thetriangle.org to set up an appointment.
For information about other positions at The Triangle, email editor-in-chief Noah Cohen at noah@thetriangle.org.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Materials Science and Engineering to Present: “ZnO Nanowire Dye Sensitized Solar Cells”
The Department of Materials Science and Engineering will host a lecture, “ZnO Nanowire Dye Sensitized Solar Cells,” by Dr. Jason Baxter, assistant professor of chemical engineering, today, March 3, 2008, at 1 p.m. in the Hill Conference Room, LeBow Engineering Center (31st and Market Streets).
Dr. Baxter will discuss his work on nanowire dye sensitized solar cells (DSSCs), which are among the most promising of a new class of nanostructured solar cells that offer the potential for high efficiency at low cost.
Refreshments will be served immediately after the seminar in the Materials Science and Engineering Lounge (LeBow 331).
The talk is open to all students, faculty and staff.
For more information, contact Keiko Nakazawa at 215.895.2323 or knakazawa@coe.drexel.edu .
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
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