ADULT, COMMUTER & MILITARY STUDENT
CONNECTION
March & April 2017
March Events
Housing Fair, March 22 The Adult and Commuter Student Service’s 15th Annual Housing Fair took place March 22 in the Michael D. Rose Theatre. The purpose of the fair was to provide students, faculty and staff with an opportunity to obtain information about various offcampus housing options and services in the community. The campus community was invited to speak one-on-one with representatives from local housing/apartment properties and other related vendors who provided information about their amenities, services and specials. As with other years, admission was totally free. Approximately 400 students, faculty and staff joined us at the Housing Fair. There was free food, door prizes and “swag” offered throughout the day. Students, faculty and staff stopped in to visit with campus and community vendors to learn about apartment/ housing specials, legal rights as a tenant, and other “decision making information.” Representatives from moving companies and Memphis Light, Gas and Water were available to provide information about these essential resources. Legal resources were available as well. Our students were grateful for all the free stuff given away at the vendor tables. They were also impressed by how friendly the vendors were, and the information they provided. Students competed for a prizes including three sofa sets valued at $599 each, travel coolers and a car trunk organizer.
Women’s Military Experience and Beyond On March 23, Master Chief Petty Officer Pollyanna Neely and Master Chief Petty Officer Dionne Archibald visited the UofM to share their military experience and beyond. They were delighted to share their military experiences and explained how their service influenced them and allowed them to grow personally. MCPO Neely travelled from the Charlotte, North Carolina area. MCPO Archibald came from Newport News, Virginia. MCPO Neely is the founder of “Active Veterans with Answers,” and MCPO Archibald is the co-founder. The event was sponsored by the Veterans Resource Center.
A Message from Our Director Hello Adults, Commuters and Veterans, As the spring semester comes to an end, I know that your focus will be on studying for final exams and, for some of you graduation after exams. You have made it this far, and I know that you will be successful in your future endeavors! To our graduates, “Congratulations and Best Wishes!” To those of you who will be returning, we wish you well during the summer and we look forward to seeing you return this fall. Be sure to read the study tips and relaxation articles so that you will be ahead of the game prior to exam time. Remember, you can also visit our Campus Recreational Center to eliminate or ease the stress that can develop during this time. In this issue, you will also find a spotlight on Jane Addams, a pioneer of women’s rights as a reminder of Women’s History Month. You will also find a calendar of events, including: •
A commencement schedule
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The Pinnacle Induction Ceremony for new members of our honor society for nontraditional students
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A date scheduled to recognize graduating veterans
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A special spotlight on Dr. Darrell Ray, our new Vice President for Student Affairs
Finally, help celebrate the achievements of your fellow students who are featured throughout the newsletter. Now buckle down for the last month of this semester. I know you will be successful, and enjoy your summer! Joy R. Stout, M.S., LPC, Director Adult & Commuter Student Services and Veterans Resource Center
New Vice President for Student Affairs Please welcome Dr. Darrell Ray as our new Vice President for Student Affairs. Darrell comes to us from Louisiana State University where he served as Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs. At LSU, Darrell pioneered several programs including First Year Experience. As part of the initiative, Darrell created “Ask FYE” and “Advice to Geaux.” The purpose of both was to help foster an environment where first-year students of all backgrounds felt comfortable. Darrell’s focus was also on non-traditional students, including adults and veterans. Here at ACSS, we are excited to welcome him and we look forward to the great work he will do as a UofM Tiger!
Student Achievements Melody Shettles received the Moxie Scholarship and the Lattie May Whitehead Nursing Scholarship. As an adult student, she is proud to show her kids that even though she’s “reaching late,” she’s still reaching for her dreams.
CreShaunda Lynn was invited to join the Golden Key Honor Society and the Pinnacle Honor Society. She was also awarded the PDI fellowship.
Rosemary Baker received the “Outstanding Residency II Student” award, and was nominated for the H.E. Rumble Award.
Clarissa Mays won a scholarship to attend the Women in Cyber Security conference in Tuscon, Arizona and was also awarded a grant; the BIT Charles & Edna Neumann Award.
JC Burnett-Gordon recently completed the UofM Tiger Fitness program.
Priyam Patel received the best poster award at the MCBIOS conference.
Katie Cook was nominated for the Outstanding Student Award in the Department of Health Studies.
Levi Robertson is a member of the Memphis Cheer Squad that earned a national championship title at the UCA College Nationals in Orlando, Florida.
Angela Kristine Johnson received an Outstanding Student award from the School of Health Studies. She also earned Phi Kappa Phi honors. She will graduate in the top 10% of her class this semester.
Olivia Shaffer made the Dean’s List last semester.
Georgette Kearney received the Outstanding Early Childhood Education Doctoral Student Award
Leslee Bailey Tarbett will receive the Outstanding Literacy Doctoral Student Award. This award is presented to a distinguished Literacy doctoral student for outstanding scholarship, accomplishments, character and leadership.
Michael E. King received the Yancey Scholarship and will also be inducted into the Pinnacle Honor Society.
Kati Uttz was accepted into Beta Gamma Sigma, one of the top business honor societies.
Brittany Kirk became a member of Omicron Delta Kappa honor society and will also be initiated into the Social Work honor society as well.
Christie Walker was inducted into the UofM chapter of the Golden Key International Honor Society.
Kate Kubicek made the Dean’s List last semester. Tamala Malerk was inducted into the Phi Kappa Phi honor society and received the College of Arts and Sciences Travel Grant, and the Graduate Award Committee Travel Grant.
Anusha Yellamsetty received the Association for Research in Otolaryngology’s Student Travel Award. The ARO is an international association of scientists and physicians dedicated to scientific exploration among all of the disciplines in the field of otolaryngology.
Study Skills and Tips from the Educational Support Program Students with better study methods score higher on their exams. Different methods work for different people - the following are only suggestions for improving your current study techniques. • Have all of your study material in front of you when reviewing: lecture notes, course textbooks, study guides and any other relevant material. You will save time and are more likely to stay focused if you don’t have to break from studying to search for materials. • Find a comfortable, quiet place to study with good lighting and few distractions (avoid your own bed - it is very tempting to lie down and take a nap!). • Learn the general concepts first - don’t worry about learning the details until you have learned the main ideas. • Take notes and write down a summary of the important ideas as you read through your study material. These notes will keep you from having to re-read all of the material when you study and help cement the important ideas in your memory. • Make sure that you understand the material well - don’t just read through the material and try to memorize everything. To check your understanding, try to explain the material to someone who isn’t in your class. If no one is available, write down what you’ve read without looking at the material. If what you write doesn’t make sense, you probably need to review the material again. • If you choose to study in a group, only study with others who are serious about the test.
• Test yourself or have someone test you on the material to find your weak and strong areas. You can use the review questions at the end of each chapter, practice tests, or other pertinent materials. • Listening to relaxing music such as classical or jazz on a low volume can relieve some of the boredom of studying. • Don’t study later than the time you usually go to sleep you may fall asleep or be tempted to go to sleep. Instead, try studying in the afternoon or early evening. If you are a morning person, try studying in the morning. At the UofM, the Educational Support Program (ESP) offers a number of tutoring centers to help with a wide variety of subjects. Visit the ESP website or call them at 901.678.2704.
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Jane Addams Jane Addams was a pioneer of women’s suffrage and co-founder of the American Civil Liberties Union. Due in no small part to the bold advocacy of Addams and her contemporaries, our female commuters and veterans have a seat at the academic table today. Jane Addams, (1860-1935) known as the mother of social work was a pioneering American settlement activist/reformer, social worker, public philosopher, sociologist, author and leader in women’s suffrage and world peace. She co-founded, with Ellen Gates Starr, the first settlement house in the United States, Chicago’s Hull House, in 1889. Addams was one of the most prominent reformers of the Progressive Era. She helped America address issues that were of concern to mothers, such as the needs of children, local public health and world peace. In her essay “Utilization of Women in City Government,” Addams noted the connection between the workings of government and the household, stating that many departments of government, such as sanitation and the schooling of children, could be traced back to traditional women’s roles in the private sphere. Thus, these were matters of which women would have more knowledge than men, so women needed the vote to best voice their opinions. She said that if women were to be responsible for cleaning up their communities and making them better places to live, they needed to be able to vote to do so effectively. In 1931 she became the first American woman to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, and is recognized as the founder of the social work profession in the United States. Source: Wikipedia
Upcoming ACSS Events Pinnacle Induction Ceremony Friday, April 14 | 6 – 8 p.m. River Room (UC 300)
Commencement Calendar Cap and Gown Distribution
The Pinnacle Honor Society is a national organization recognizing the achievements of non-traditional students. We are proud to be able to induct 80 new members this year. Please come and honor the hard work of our students! Veterans Awards Ceremony
Thursday, May 4 | 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. UC Ballroom (3rd Floor) Friday, May 5 | 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. UC Ballroom (3rd Floor) Commencement Saturday, May 6 | FedExForum 10:00 a.m.
Thursday, April 27 | 6 – 8 p.m. Fountain View Room (UC 350) Our veterans deserve all of the support we can give them. Join us to honor these heroes for earning their UofM diplomas.
College of Arts & Sciences (Doctoral, Master and Bachelor) Communication and Fine Arts (Doctoral, Master and Bachelor) University College (Professional and Liberal Studies degrees/Master and Bachelor) 2:30 p.m.
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Spring Semester Calendar 2017
Movie Marathon: Finding Dory Movie Marathon: Suicide Squad Movie Marathon: Love & Basketball BHM Film Series: Race Bringing Black History To Life Pt 1 Bringing Black History To Life Pt 2 BHM Film Series: Good Hair SAC Loves You BHM Film Series: Southside With You My Brother’s Keeper SAC Ultimate Blowout Show BHM Film Series: Ivory Tower Unity Weekend Second Chance Prom WHM SAC Cafe ft. Joy Ike Tigers Got Talent 50 Shades of Blue Tigers Got Talent When The Tables Turn SAC Presents Magician Matt Lavore SAC Petting Zoo Local Day SAC Make A Splash Spring Fling Concert
January 24 7pm UC Theatre January 25 7pm UC Theatre January 26 7pm UC Theatre February 2 6pm-9pm Memphis Room February 6 11am-1pm UC Atrium February 6 6pm-9pm UC 3rd Floor February 8 6pm-9pm River Room February 14 12pm-1pm SAC Office February 14 6pm-9pm UC Theatre February 16 6pm-8pm Memphis Room February 20 12pm-6pm Bluff Room February 22 6pm-9pm River Room March 16-18 TBA Various Locations March 17 7pm-10pm Elma Roane FH March 21 7pm-9pm River Room March 22 6pm-9pm UC Theatre March 27- April 4 TBA TBA March 28 6pm-9pm UC Ballroom April 3 6pm-8pm Rose Theatre April 4 6pm-8pm UC Theatre April 13 11am-3pm UC Lawn April 19 TBA TBA April 21 1pm-5pm UC Lawn April 22 TBA Memorial Field
Fogelman College of Business & Economics (Doctoral, Master and Bachelor) Kemmons Wilson School of Hospitality and Resort Management (Master and Bachelor) College of Education (Doctoral, Specialist, Master and Bachelor) School of Health Studies (Master and Bachelor) Herff College of Engineering (Doctoral, Master and Bachelor) Loewenberg College of Nursing (Master and Bachelor) School of Public Health (Master) School of Communication Sciences & Disorders (Doctoral and Master) Backup Date-Pending NBA Grizzlies Second Round Playoff Schedule Sunday, May 7 | Noon & 4:30 pm
Adult Student Association Laura Myers, President asa.uofm@gmail.com
Commuter Student Association Stephen Helms, President commuterstudents@memphis.edu
Student Veterans Association Joey Scott, President djscott1@memphis.edu