Pam
Springer (right), chair of the Department of Nursing, has been selected
as the 2008 Administrator of the Year by the Idaho Association of
Education Office Professionals. In addition to her administrative
responsibilities, Springer teaches leadership and management for the
master of health sciences degree program and has worked to help establish
the master of science in nursing program at Boise State. Her current
research areas include working with a team on a cost-benefit analysis
of the use of a lift-team and work with a colleague on exploring health literacy
among informal caregivers of elders.
Selland College
Seventh Annual Professional Technical Career Expo Held Today
The Larry Selland College of Applied Technology at will host its seventh annual free professional/technical career information night from 4-7 p.m. today in the Student Union Jordan Ballroom.
This annual event attracts hundreds of prospective students, teachers, counselors, agency representatives, parents, employers and others from throughout the Treasure Valley. All are welcome to attend; children are also welcome.
Interest in the Selland College programs and enrollment has increased dramatically.
“We are the best-kept secret for career training in the Treasure Valley,” said Vera McCrink, interim dean for the college. “When people find out that we offer programs where someone can earn a degree or certificate in four-24 months and learn on the job, in our simulated training centers and the classroom, they get excited. Adults love to learn by doing and we give them a chance to experience what the job will be like because of all the real-world practice offered by our programs.”
PROVOST’S OFFICE
Excellence in Advising Award Reception Scheduled Feb. 20
The university community is invited to a reception from 3-5 p.m. Feb. 20 in the Barnwell Room of the Student Union to honor the 2007 Provost’s Excellence in Advising Award recipients. The award winners will be recognized in a short ceremony at 3:30 p.m.
The purpose of the Provost’s Excellence in Advising Award is to recognize members of the university community who demonstrate excellence in advising undergraduate students. Nominations are solicited from current students, faculty and staff. The awards are given annually to one faculty adviser in each college. There are also two general categories for professional and peer advisers.
Award winners are selected based on the evidence of effective advising qualities and distinguishing advising practices. The selection committee looks for nominees who have made a significant contribution to advising at Boise State.
2007 recipients:
College of Arts and Sciences — Don Warner, Department of Chemistry
College of Business and Economics — Chris Baughn, Department of Management
College of Education — Steve Wallace, Department of Kinesiology
College of Engineering — Stephen Tennyson, Department of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering
College of Health Sciences — Scott Staley, Department of Radiologic Sciences
College of Social Sciences and Public Affairs — John Bieter, Department of History
Professional Adviser Category — Gabe Rosenvall, Athletics
Peer Adviser Category — Jessica Alger, Advising and Academic Enhancement
Have Lunch, Share Ideas and Opinions at Diversity Forum March 5
Provost Sona Andrews will host a lunch from noon-1:30 p.m. March 5 in the Allen Noble Hall of Fame, located on the south side of Bronco Stadium, to hear employees’ valued opinions regarding campus diversity issues and update the university community on related campus initiatives. The lunch provides a great opportunity for staff and faculty to meet, network, and socialize with others from across the university. To attend, RSVP Sarah Johnson at SarahJohnson3@boisestate.edu by March 3.
Upward Bound
TRiO Programs to Hold Leadership Conference, National Day of Service
Students involved in Boise State's federally funded TRiO programs, including students from the Duck Valley Upward Bound program, will participate in a Student Leadership Conference from 9 a.m.-4:15 p.m. Feb. 22 in the Student Union Hatch Ballroom. The next day, the students will work at a number of non-profits around the Treasure Valley as part of the TRiO National Day of Service.
Morrison Center
Discounted Group Tickets Offered for ‘Annie’
The Morrison Center
is offering Boise State faculty and staff members discounted group
tickets for the April 16 performance of the classic musical “Annie.” The show
begins at 7:30 p.m. and is part of the Fred Meyer Broadway In Boise series. Performances
will be held April 14-16. Discounted prices are $47, $39.75 and $29 and include
all fees.
Boasting one of Broadway’s most memorable scores, including “It’s A Hard-Knock Life,” “Easy Street,” “N.Y.C.” and the ever-optimistic “Tomorrow,” “Annie” is a delightful theatrical experience for the entire family. For more information on this performance visit annieontour.com.
To take advantage of the discount, visit broadwayacrossamerica.com/groupsales/. Enter the exclusive password: stateofidaho. Click the date in the gray bar below the show description and follow the prompts to complete the order. The deadline to order is Feb. 27.
Women’s Center
Center joins with hundreds of entities around the world Feb. 22-24 when it presents ‘The Vagina Monologues,’ and movie.
In 2002, more than 800 cities around the world participated in V-Day by staging
benefit performances of The Vagina Monologues.
From locales as diverse as new York, the Philippines and Kenya, director Abbey Epstein’s “Until The Violence Stops” features emotionally charged interviews and readings by everyday and celebrity women (including Rosie Perez, Salma Hayek, Rosario Dawson, Jane Fonda and Lisa Gay Hamilton), all of whom courageously reveal their intimate experiences and bond together to break the silence that surrounds abuse. More than just a group testimonial, “Until The Violence Stops” is a moving celebration of community awareness that leaves us with the hope that change can happen.
The movie will be shown at 7 p.m. Feb. 22 and at 1 p.m. Feb. 23 on campus in the Special Events Center. Tickets are $5, available only at the door or at the Women’s Center.
The screening of the film will be followed with two performances of the play, The Vagina Monologues, at 7 p.m. Feb. 23 and 3 p.m. Feb. 24 in the Special Events Center. Tickets for the play can be purchased for $8 students with ID and $12 general admission at www.idahotickets.com or any Select-a-Seat outlet.
All proceeds from the activities will go to the V-DAY campaign and Boise State Women’s Center violence awareness and response programs.
BOOKSTORE
Red-Hot
Deals, Clearance Sale and Valentine’s Day Gifts
Get the perfect Valentine’s Day gift during the Bookstore’s red-hot deals clearance sale this week. All clearance merchandise is an additional 50 percent off the lowest marked clearance price. Red-hot deals include Hallmark cards at 33 percent off, the purse butler for $11.99, Moleskine at 25 percent off, Build-a-Buster accessories at 25 percent off, scented bears for $9.99, and “The Feast of Love” at 25 percent off. To buy these items, visit the online featured items section at boisestatebooks.com (link now working). [http://www.boisestatebooks.com
In The Community
Idaho Steelheads Host "Education Night" For State Education Employees
The Idaho Steelheads hockey team is offering discounted tickets for the Feb. 15-16 games to faculty and staff who work for state education. The link to the discounted tickets is available here[https://www.groupticketwindow.com/groupticket/event/global-qwest/group].
The login is STATEED (all caps) and the password is EMPLOYEE (all caps).
ALBERTSONS LIBRARY
Author Recognition Reception Scheduled Feb. 21
The university community is invited to the third annual Author Recognition Reception from 3:30-5 p.m. Feb. 21. The event, sponsored by the Albertsons Library, will be held in the McCain Room, located on the second floor of the library.
Boise State authors who have published a book, article or creative work between Sept. 1, 2006, and Aug. 31, 2007, will be recognized. Honored authors will be introduced at 4 p.m.
A display featuring the books, articles, chapters, and creative works published by Boise State authors is available for viewing on the first floor of the library through mid-February. The bibliography is currently available online at library.boisestate.edu/faculty/.
HEALTH, WELLNESS AND COUNSELING
Supplements Presentation Scheduled Feb. 21
The world of nutritional supplements can be overwhelming and misleading. Let Health, Wellness and Counseling Services help. Join Hilary Horton-Brown, campus nutritionist, from 6-7:15 p.m. Feb. 21 in the Hatch D Ballroom of the Student Union for an informative session regarding the pros and cons of dietary supplements. She will explore the current market and the claims that are being made regarding health and diets. Topics will include information regarding vitamins, minerals, weight loss and weight gain products, disease prevention products and more. Learn how to be a wise consumer as well as how to get the most out of your diet, exercise and lifestyle to promote health and well-being without supplementation. For more information or to register, contact ext. 6-5686 or wellness@boisestate.edu.
CRIME LOG
Weekly
Crime Log
Boise City Police and Campus Security present the weekly crime report.
