Chancellor's Report 2008-09

2008 2009

Chancellor ’s Repor t

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

“The purpose of higher education lies in the fulfillment of human potential.”

–Vaughn Vandegrift, Ph.D., SIUE Chancellor

Table of Contents

A Message from the Chancellor ............................. 3 About SIUE .......................................................... 6 Academic Excellence ........................................... 12 Student Success .................................................. 34 Campus Improvements........................................ 40 Enhancing the Region ......................................... 44

From the Chancellor

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From the Chancellor The current national economic situation poses challenges for all of higher education. Nevertheless, despite these difficult times, SIUE continues to thrive and has made significant advances in several areas.

Consider just a few of the recent developments in the University’s commitment to excellence: n SIUE is listed in the Best Colleges of 2010 issue of U.S.News & World Report as an “up-and-coming school firmly focused on improving the job they’re doing today.”

One of 77 schools nationwide recognized for its innovative changes, SIUE was also ranked, for the fourth-consecutive year, among the top 15 public Midwestern master’s universities and in the top one-third of all public and private Midwestern master’s level universities. SIUE’s Senior Assignment program was, for the fifthstraight year, cited for excellence along with Yale, Harvard, MIT and Princeton. n Fall 2009 enrollment is 13,940 students, the largest in the history of the University and the largest since 1970. Applications to SIUE undergraduate and graduate school programs reached 15,373 this year. That is 16 percent more than last year and a 21 percent increase over fall 2007. n After nearly a decade of persistence and planning, Illinois Governor Pat Quinn has signed the Capital Construction/Economic Recovery Plan that includes $78.9 million for the construction of a new SIUE science facility and the renovation of the existing science building to form a science complex.

n The University has just completed the construction of the Student Success Center, a partnership between the offices of Academic Affairs and Student Affairs.

This 68,000-square-foot facility brings together academic and personal support services in one convenient location, greatly enhancing accessibility and providing students with the resources they need to excel in both their personal lives and their educational pursuits. n SIUE’s new School of Pharmacy program graduated its first class in May 2009.

One month later, the School achieved full accreditation status and is now being hailed as a national model of excellence for new pharmacy programs. n The SIUE School of Nursing has received 10-year accreditation, the longest possible term, under the guidelines of the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The accreditation comes as a result of five years of dedicated effort and important revisions to the program involving reviews of procedure, curriculum and advances in instruction.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a premier Metropolitan University with a vision to be recognized nationally for its teaching, research and public service programs. SIUE adds value to people’s lives and provides resources for continuous enrichment. We invite you to explore this report to learn more about the “e.”

Go Cougars!

Vaughn Vandegrift, Ph.D. SIUE Chancellor

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SIUE Leadership Team (center) Vaughn Vandegrift, Chancellor, (clockwise) Patrick D. Hundley, Vice Chancellor for University Relations, Kenneth R. Neher, Vice Chancellor for Administration, Narbeth R. Emmanuel, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, Paul W. Ferguson, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

About SIUE

Emphasizing teaching, research and public service programs, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a premier Metropolitan University with more than 13,900 students enrolled.

For the fifth consecutive year, SIUE has been heralded by U.S.News & World Report for its Senior Assignment Program, an integrative learning experience required of all seniors prior to graduation. SIUE is listed among the top 15 public universities in the Midwest-Master’s category for the third consecutive year and is ranked by U.S. News in the top one-third of all public and private universities and colleges in the Midwest.

Founded in 1957, SIUE is a fully accredited public institution— beautifully situated in Edwardsville on 2,660 acres just 25 miles from St. Louis. The University awards degrees in 44 undergraduate and 69 graduate programs encompassing the arts and sciences, nursing, education, business and engineering.

The Schools of Dental Medicine and Pharmacy award a professional degree in dental medicine (D.M.D.) and in pharmacy (Pharm.D). SIUE is a member of the Ohio Valley Conference.

The main campus includes University Park, a research park established to support economic development. The Edwardsville campus is supplemented by campuses in East St. Louis and Alton.

Operating Budget (fiscal year 2009) Appropriated & income funds_______________ $132,492,700 Non-appropriated grants & contracts___________________$34,843,036 Indirect cost recovery____________ $2,261,846 Revenue bond operations________ $38,763,824 Self-supporting activities_________ $29,681,785 Benefits (estimated 2009)_______ $34,805,243 Total_______________________ $272,848,434

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Students at a Glance (fall 2008)

Total Students __________ 13,602 Undergraduate___________ 10,977 Graduate _________________2,113 First Professional ____________ 512

Student Gender Male ___________________ 6,056 Female __________________ 7,546 Average Age_________________ 24

Geographic origin of students All Illinois counties 43 other states 49 nations

ACT Scores SIUE Fall 2008 Freshmen _____ 22.6 National Average ____________21.1 Illinois Average _____________ 20.7

Total Alumni ________ 80,000 +

Degrees (fall 2008) ________ 2,888

Total Employees (fall 2008) _ 2,420 Civil Service ________________ 941 Faculty Rank ________________ 972 Admin. & Professional ________ 507

Graduate Assistants __________ 503 Student Workers ___________ 1,605

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Mission, Vision, Values

Mission

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a public comprehensive university dedicated to the communication, expansion and integration of knowledge through excellent undergraduate education as its first priority and complementary excellent graduate and professional academic programs; through the scholarly, creative and research activity of its faculty, staff and students; and through public service and cultural and arts programming in its region.

Vision

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, as a premier Metropolitan University, will be recognized nationally for the excellence of its programs and development of professional and community leaders.

Values

Recognizing public education as the cornerstone of a democracy, SIUE carries out its mission based on certain fundamental, shared values. We value citizenship, excellence, integrity, openness and wisdom. Visit siue.edu for more details.

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The Power of e SIUE has been recognized as a “Top Up-and-Coming School” by U.S.News & World Report. The University is among 77 schools nationwide that are considered to have recently made the most promising and innovative changes in academics, faculty, students, campus or facilities.

SIUE’s Senior Assignment Program is recognized as a model for other institutions across the nation. The Association of American Colleges & Universities has lauded SIUE’s program as an effective tool in gauging the comprehensiveness of academic offerings.

For the fifth consecutive year, SIUE has been heralded by U.S.News & World Report for its Senior Assignment Program, an integrative learning experience required of all seniors prior to graduation. SIUE is listed in the senior capstone experience category along with 16 other universities including Yale, Harvard, MIT and Princeton.

SIUE finished third in its first year of eligibility for the 2008-2009 Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) Institutional Academic Achievement Award. SIUE is transitioning to NCAA Division I Athletics and became the 11th member of the OVC in June 2008.

U.S.News & World Report lists SIUE among both the top 15 public Master’s universities in the Midwest category for the third consecutive year and the top one-third of all public and private Midwestern universities.

More than 9,200 freshmen applied to SIUE for fall 2009—an all-time high and an increase of 17 percent over last year. The average ACT score for SIUE’s fall 2009 freshman class was 22.8, up from 21.9 in 2003. The national average freshman ACT score is 21.1.

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For the second year in a row, SIUE received the 2008 Greater St. Louis Top 50 Award. Presented by the St. Louis Regional Chamber and Growth Association, the award recognizes the University’s significant economic and civic impact on the region.

SIUE’s University Housing received the 2009 Excellence in Sustainability in Housing and Residential Life Award by the American College Personnel Association. The award recognizes outstanding contributions toward sustainability on campus and in the housing profession.

As evidence of SIUE’s commitment to outreach and public service, School of Dental Medicine students manage 35,000 patient visits each

year and offer oral health treatments, screenings and education to more than 10,000 people annually.

Offering comprehensive programs, services and training to more than 6,000 people annually, the SIUE East St. Louis Center is dedicated to improving the lives of families and individuals in East St. Louis and surrounding urban communities.

University Park SIUE, Inc., a 330-acre technology park located on the SIUE campus, provides a unique opportunity for private sector emerging industries and businesses to enhance their competitive positions through beneficial relationships with the University.

Academic Excellence

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High Impact Opportunities At SIUE, students with a passion for research or scholarly activities do not have to wait until graduate school to get involved in a research or creative project. SIUE’s Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities program (URCA) gives students the opportunity to design, conduct and assist with scholarly projects that have an impact on our world for the better.

“Our students have the chance to excel from the moment they step on campus,” said SIUE Provost Paul Ferguson. “Through the URCA program, undergraduate students develop a close working relationship with a faculty member, while challenging their research and creative abilities.”

The URCA gives more than 100 undergraduate students each semester the chance to participate in research projects in virtually every field of study.

Example projects include n studying the feeding behavior of salamanders and frogs

examining sympathetic resonance in musical ensembles through the physics and music departments

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interviewing and reporting on the work of Columbia University Philosophy Professor Hamid Dabashi

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According to the National Survey of Student Engagement, the likelihood of student success in college increases through participation in high impact activities which require the student to n devote considerable time and effort n work closely with faculty n work with diverse individuals n receive frequent and regular feedback n understand how learning applies in different circumstances “The URCA program was designed to include all of these characteristics,” said Victoria Scott, assistant provost for academic innovation and effectiveness.

“Students are introduced to research early in their undergraduate programs.”

Aldemaro Romero, Dean

College of Arts and Sciences

A Year in Review SIUE will receive $78.9 million from the state capital funding plan to pay for renovation of the Science Building and a new science laboratory building.

This past year, students enrolling in science majors at SIUE increased more than 5 percent, while pre-health professional (nursing, dental medicine and pharmacy) student enrollment increased by 10 percent.

From Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka to Shakespeare’s As You Like It, the Department of Theater and Dance presented an eclectic academic season of intriguing, humorous and thoughtprovoking plays and dance concerts, as well as a summer of family favorites.

Department of Music students, faculty and guest artists have a premier instrument on which to perform. A new Steinway D concert grand piano was selected at the Steinway & Sons factory in New York City by Linda Perry, music professor and director of

keyboard studies, and Richard Murphy, piano technician.

Department of English Language and Literature Assistant Professor Adrian Matejka’s collection of poems, Mixology, was a National Poetry Series winner. Two poems from the collection received Illinois Arts Council Literary Awards.

Mixology has reached as high as #18 on the Poetry Bestsellers list.

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n Poems from Assistant Professor Stacey Lynn Brown’s first collection of poetry, Cradle Song, have won awards from The Poetry Center of Chicago and been featured in The National Book Critics Circle.

Grant funding from the National Science Foundation will allow Chemistry Professor Mike Shaw and a University of Oklahoma colleague to formalize a long-standing collaborative effort to investigate how adding or removing an electron changes the properties of bioinorganic model compounds.

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the power of arts and sciences The College of Arts and Sciences offers 44 degree programs within the arts, humanities, social and natural sciences. At the core of the College are dedicated faculty and staff who strive for excellence in research, creative activities and instruction.

Gary A. Giamartino, Dean

School of Business

Making the Most of the MBA The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International has continually accredited the School of Business for more than 30 years. The Princeton Review continues to rank the School as one of the best MBA programs in the country. Even with this national recognition, the School of Business recently retooled the MBA curriculum to better accommodate the array of work experience among program students.

“The School of Business has a long tradition of offering excellent, innovative business programs,” said the School’s Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Janice Joplin. “Staying relevant requires regular competitor analysis and program assessment.”

The SIUE MBA provides an important advantage for professionals from a broad range of backgrounds,

such as engineering and nursing, who are looking to move into managerial positions.

This leading-edge MBA curriculum develops the professional capabilities of managers working in business. The courses challenge students to consider the ethical management of resources in a global business environment while sharpening their ability to integrate knowledge from discipline-specific areas into models and solutions for complex business problems.

“The SIUE MBA has not only given me in-depth knowledge through technical theories and fundamental academics, but also management and leadership skills training,” said SIUE alumnus John Jannink. Jannink is the director of production engineering for Nestlé Purina Pet Care North America; his undergraduate degree is in engineering.

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the power of business “The SIUE MBA gave me the knowledge, skills and confidence to be a successful manager.”

John Jannink, MBA ’09

Ann M. Boyle, Dean

School of Dental Medicine

Funding the Future A $500,000 pledge from the Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation will allow the School of Dental Medicine to double the capacity of its Oral Surgery Clinic. The grant will provide four new oral surgery treatment rooms, including one oral surgery suite with extra room and equipment for conscious-sedation capability.

“This generous gift allows us to significantly enhance the dental education we provide our students and increase the care we provide our patients,” said School of Dental Medicine Dean Ann Boyle.

At least 20 patients call the School’s main patient clinic each day, specifically requesting oral surgery services. More than 50 additional patients call requesting emergency dental care. These requests are in

addition to routinely scheduled surgical services provided for patients at the dental school.

“The increasing demand for oral surgery services and emergency care clearly warrants expansion of the Oral Surgery Clinic,” said Dr. Robert E. Dennison, president and CEO of Delta Dental of Illinois. “Our grant will not only help the Oral Surgery Clinic to treat more patients, but also provide dental students greater clinical education opportunities.”

The expansion will allow the School to treat approximately twice as many patients and offer additional oral surgery procedures. It will also increase accessibility between the oral surgery rooms allowing faculty to more comfortably supervise ongoing surgical procedures.

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the power of dental medicine “We are proud to support the School of Dental Medicine and its good work by doing what we can to advance this unique surgery clinic.�

Dr. Robert Dennison, Delta Dental of Illinois

Bette S. Bergeron, Dean

School of Education

Educational Priorities National projections report that our nation will need more than 280,000 new mathematics and science teachers by 2015. The School of Education is collaborating with other academic units on campus to assume a leadership role in preparation of these teachers.

During summer 2009, the School partnered with the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) and The Boeing Company to bring two math and science residential summer camps to campus for middle and high school students.

School of Education students had the opportunity to learn first-hand about STEM teaching by serving as summer camp instructors. They worked with faculty and IMSA staff to learn more about inquiry-based, competencydriven, integrated STEM curriculum and then applied their new-found knowledge under the guidance of experienced educators. Staff and

employees from The Boeing Company served in mentoring and advising roles.

IMSA has worked in STEM education for 22 years, serving educators and students in Illinois and across the country through innovative instructional programs that foster imagination and inquiry. The School of Education is dedicated to providing educational excellence to its students. “IMSA’s programs ensure that young students, particularly the underserved, have opportunities to excel in mathematics and science,” said Bette Bergeron, dean of the School of Education.

“Thanks to our partners at SIUE and the support of The Boeing Company, IMSA will have a tangible presence in Southern Illinois as we work together to stimulate STEM education and motivate students to reach unlimited potential as future leaders,” said IMSA President Max McGee.

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the power of education The preparation of highly qualified teachers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) is a national education priority, as well as a University priority.

Hasan Sevim, Dean

School of Engineering

Classrooms Without Borders Recognizing the impact of today’s globalization on the engineering field, the School of Engineering has added an international dimension to its programs in order to better meet the needs of an ever-changing profession.

The industrial engineering dual diploma program brings high-achieving Turkish students from Istanbul Technical University (ITU) to SIUE for their sophomore and senior years.

The collaboration opens the door to international teaching and research activities, while improving the global name recognition of SIUE. Construction management students and faculty traveled to Mexico and immersed themselves in Mexican culture as part of a travel-study course.

Students learned first-hand about how a country’s culture and customs can impact business.

Members of the SIUE Chapter of Engineers Without Borders spent a week in Pimienta, Honduras. They improved the community infrastructure by building a retaining wall and installing a composting toilet and a facility for wastewater. They also provided infrastructure for wastewater and erosion control. The group will return to Honduras this fall and again in the spring as part of a senior assignment project.

Mechanical engineering students explored China and gained an understanding of Chinese culture and history, while completing their required senior design classes.

“It is increasingly common for engineers to work closely with colleagues of different cultures,” said Keqin Gu, professor and chair of the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering. “It is imperative that we offer these international opportunities to our students.”

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the power of engineering “Companies are not satisfied with ‘good’ anymore; they want the best. I’m gaining a broad perspective of the world and a much-needed competitive edge.”

Duygu Sagiroglu, a sophomore in the SIUE/ITU dual diploma program

Marcia Maurer, Dean

School of Nursing

Expanding Nursing Excellence The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) has awarded a 10year accreditation, the longest possible under CCNE guidelines, to the SIUE School of Nursing. The accreditation team called the program “inspiring” and found no areas of non-compliance.

conferred by SIUE. SIUE nursing faculty will teach classes at Carbondale and provide clinical supervision of the nursing students in the Carbondale area, while other select classes will be offered via tele-education between the two campuses.

“This accreditation means that we have met the highest standards for nursing education,” said Marcia Maurer, dean of the School.

“Admission to the SIUE nursing program is competitive,” said Maurer. “The same criteria will be in place for applying students at the Carbondale campus.”

Maurer, a statewide voice in addressing the nursing shortage in Illinois, has expanded the reach of her recently reaccredited program. The SIUE School of Nursing opened a regional baccalaureate nursing program this fall on the SIU Carbondale campus.

The Illinois Workforce Development Board and the critical skills shortage data reported by the Southern Illinois Workforce Investment Board estimate a shortage of more than 600 registered nurses by 2010 in health care facilities from the Edwardsville area to the southern tip of the state. The satellite program will bring much needed, wellprepared nurses to Southern Illinois.

The nursing program is identical to the curriculum offered on the Edwardsville campus, and the degrees will be

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the power of nursing “Students who come to the School of Nursing will receive the highest quality education, and the agencies that hire our graduates can be sure of getting an excellent nurse.�

Marcia Maurer, Dean

Philip J. Medon, Dean

School of Pharmacy

Filling a Need The School of Pharmacy graduated its first class of students in May 2009.

Having met all standards set by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), the School’s doctor of pharmacy program was granted full accreditation status in June 2009.

“Achieving full accreditation status takes true teamwork,” said Philip Medon, dean of the School of Pharmacy. According to Medon, there are several key components to the School’s success.

Students are very engaged and committed to the program. They embody the belief that “What you put into something is what you get out.”

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The administration team has successfully recruited an outstanding, experienced faculty who involve students in active learning through a leading-edge, contemporary curriculum.

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Support from the University community and administration has been, and continues to be, unwavering.

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Pharmacists in Southern and Central Illinois have welcomed the School of Pharmacy and continue to be supportive. The School partners with well over 500 pharmacy preceptors, allowing students to apply their skills and gain valuable experience.

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The ACPE and the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy frequently cite the SIUE School of Pharmacy as a model for new pharmacy education programs. Teams from new and proposed pharmacy schools often visit the School to observe classes and meet with administrators and faculty for insight in curriculum design, student affairs programming and development of the experiential program component.

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the power of pharmacy The SIUE School of Pharmacy is addressing the growing need for well-trained pharmacists in a career field that is experiencing rapid and dramatic growth.

Stephen Hansen, Dean

Graduate School

Creating Knowledge SIUE faculty members work as teacherscholars, problem-solvers and learners in order to meet the demands of an ever-changing world of knowledge and global information exchange.

They prepare students for the 21st century by engaging them in cuttingedge research—research that informs teaching and learning.

Faculty and students explored a broad array of topics, ranging from cancer detection and alternative energy sources to early education intervention and the impact of tobacco use in psychiatric disorders. The University’s research profile includes cutting-edge projects spearheaded by the National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center, the Illinois Education Research Council, and the Institute for Urban Research, as well as the development of innovative community outreach initiatives by the East St. Louis Center.

In 2009, SIUE faculty submitted 379 new proposals for sponsored research, receiving 250 awards totaling approximately $29.3 million, excluding student aid. “This level of grant funding reflects the breadth and depth of faculty research, as well as their commitment to student learning,” said Steve Hansen, associate provost for research and dean of the Graduate School.

SIUE undergraduate and graduate students have opportunities to collaborate with their professors in the production of knowledge through shared and independent research projects. “This engagement prepares them for the unknown challenges, technologies and jobs of the future,” Hansen said.

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the power of graduate school The National Science Foundation ranks the SIUE Graduate School among the top 20 master’sonly granting institutions in the U.S. for the amount of its federal research and development expenditures.

Regina McBride, Dean

Library and Information Services

Looking Forward Library and Information Services (LIS) faculty and staff have embraced the concept of change and recognize that the role of libraries must evolve in order to effectively serve today’s learners.

“Our goal is to offer our students not only access to information but access to study areas, printed collections and the latest digital information,” said Regina McBride, dean of SIUE Library and Information Services.

LIS recently launched an initiative to expand electronic resources and digitize special collections to better support faculty and student research. Current digital collections include the National Ragtime and Jazz Archive and the Hap Meyer Soccer Collection. The Eugene B. Redmond Collection, the largest and most significant collection of African American history post-Civil Rights movement, will be the next collection digitized.

“These noteworthy collections distinguish us from other libraries and have been relatively unavailable to users outside our region,” said SIUE Archivist Steve Kerber. “Creating digital access to our unique and rare collections allows students and scholars in Southwestern Illinois and around the world to work with our holdings.”

With its constantly evolving mix of traditional and electronic information, Lovejoy Library remains an integral part of the University’s learning and research environment. More than 8,000 new titles were added to the Library collection, and approximately 375,000 users entered the Library last year, a number that continues to increase each year.

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the power of library information services “As much as the information changes, the role of the librarian will always be to dissect the information and make it useable.�

Regina McBride, Dean

Patricia Harrison, Executive Director

East St. Louis Center

Empowering People, Strengthening Communities Head Start provides children from lowincome families with daily nutritious meals and many opportunities for social, emotional and intellectual growth that can prepare them for success in school and in life. The program also connects children to a health care source and provides vital support services to their families. Since 1965, over 160 million children and their families have received Head Start comprehensive services.

For example, there is the tenacious mother who overcame medical struggles and championed equality regarding her child’s learning challenges

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single parent who almost seemed like a fixture at her children’s preschool

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father who works long hours to ensure quality instruction for his son and daughter and recruits other dads to do the same

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school administrator who has spent the past 11 years developing strong parent and community involvement in order to foster excellence in Head Start programs

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SIUE’s Head Start/Early Head Start Program, headquartered at the SIUE East St. Louis Center, won a dozen awards—on the state, regional and national level—because of several Metro East parents and staff who know the importance of quality early childhood education.

“Producing and maintaining quality early childhood education is the crux of our mission and what we do every day,” said Hazel Mallory, Head Start/ Early Head Start program director at the SIUE East St. Louis Center.

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the power of east st. louis center The SIUE East St. Louis Center is dedicated to improving the lives of families and individuals of all ages in the Metro East area.

Student Success

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Center of Success The Student Success Center is SIUE’s unique approach to helping students achieve academic goals, while developing a variety of experiences that will complement their college degree.

The Center houses an integrated and comprehensive array of academic and support services for SIUE students.

“The Student Success Center is a testament to SIUE’s ongoing tradition of excellence,” said Associate Provost Susan Thomas. “This true collaboration between Academic Affairs and Student Affairs not only brings together the academic and personal support services valued by our students in one central location, it also integrates these services to provide collaborative, responsive and creative approaches to meet their needs.”

The Student Success Center was created as a direct result of student requests that services be more centralized on campus, as well as requests for room to collaborate on student projects and more classroom space around campus.

The Center houses the following academic and support services, allowing SIUE advisors and staff to promote students’ success at every stage of their college career. n

Academic Advising

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Honors Program

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Instructional Services

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SOAR (Student Opportunities for Academic Results)

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Disability Support Services

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Career Development Center

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Counseling Services

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Health Service

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International Programs

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Student Government

“The ease of access to so many services means that students get the help they need when they need it, and that can make all the difference to ensure students stay in school and reach their potential,” said Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Narbeth Emmanuel.

Student Success

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Student-Athletes Achieve Academic Success SIUE student-athletes earned numerous academic awards during the first year of membership in the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC). SIUE is transitioning to Division I Athletics and became the 11th member of the OVC in June 2008.

“All SIUE student-athletes reflect the University’s commitment to excellence, academic integrity and service to the community,” said Brad Hewitt, director of SIUE Intercollegiate Athletics. “The recent academic success at the Division I level reflects to Intercollegiate Athletics’ commitment to competing on a high academic, as well as athletics, level.”

SIUE finished third in its first year of eligibility for the 2008-2009 OVC Institutional Academic Achievement Award. The award is presented annually to the institution with the greatest percentage of its studentathletes named to the OVC’s academic

Honor Roll for that year. SIUE was within two percentage points of first place out of the 11 member schools.

Eight SIUE student-athletes received the OVC Medal of Honor award, and 85 were named to the Commissioner’s Honor Roll. The OVC Medal of Honor is given annually to student-athletes who achieve the highest grade point average in an OVC-sponsored sport.

The SIUE softball program had the highest percentage of team members named to the OVC’s Honor Roll. This accomplishment won them the OVC Team Academic Achievement Award.

The College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) selected SIUE student-athletes Mallory Clements and Samantha Schulte for the ESPN the Magazine Academic All-American Volleyball Team.

Student Success

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Supporting Students Students come to SIUE with diverse interests and needs. “The goal of Student Affairs is to offer opportunities for students to blend the formal classroom experience with the out-of-class experience, and create a vibrant campus life that supports the learning activities of our students,” said Narbeth Emmanuel, vice chancellor for Student Affairs.

The 4+3+2+1 Formula for Success gives students a road map to follow. n Four (4) years to graduate n Minimum of 3.0 grade point average n Two (2) hours preparation per week for every one hour enrolled n One (1) co-curricular activity and one (1) relevant work experience

“We recognize that success is ultimately the student’s responsibility, and we are committed to supporting them on their journey,” Emmanuel said. “The goal is to foster a climate in which our entire student body feels supported, cared for and valued.”

Focus groups conducted by University Marketing & Communications found that SIUE students are very proud to attend an institution with an academically focused image. Students consistently talked about the fact that SIUE is known as the school with “quality programs” and “students who study.”

“Students come to SIUE wanting to be part of a learning community,” Emmanuel said. “Our student leaders have been significant players in our growth in enrollment and reputation, and in moving us to that next level of excellence. Thanks to our students, SIUE is a first choice place to live and learn.”

Campus Improvements

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Environmental Stewardship “SIUE is committed to the responsible use of natural resources,” said Vice Chancellor for Administration Kenneth Neher.

Examples of SIUE initiatives Sustainability Advisory Group – The committee, comprised of faculty, staff and students, addresses environmental issues and investigates ideas for future sustainability efforts.

Illinois Sustainable University Compact – Chancellor Vandegrift signed the compact on Earth Day last year, committing the University to accomplish attainable environmental goals by 2010.

Land Use Plan – Sections of campus are maintained in various natural states for teaching, research and enjoyment.

Students Improving Society – SIS is a living/learning program for students who want to experiment with “green lifestyles” and promote sustainability at SIUE. First-year students live in one wing of Woodland Hall and learn valuable lessons in sustainability

through everyday activities and shared experiences.

ENERGY STAR® Partnership – The University has committed to measuring and tracking the energy performance of its facilities whenever possible, and developing and implementing a plan to achieve energy savings.

Design Guidelines –All new buildings must be Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certifiable. The new Student Success Center, for example, includes various green features.

A 16,000-square-foot green roof promotes seasonal climate control and reduces environmental contaminants through wastewater runoff

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Polished concrete flooring requires significantly less maintenance and contributes to lower energy costs by retaining heat in the winter and remaining cool in the summer

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Translucent walls made from recycled milk jugs surround the basement computer lab

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Campus Improvements

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Growth in The Gardens Embraced by white pines, The Lantern is an Asian-influenced garden pergola surrounded by a small amphitheater.

The latest addition to The Gardens at SIUE, The Lantern offers an authentic Asian aesthetic to campus visitors.

“We didn’t take down any trees from our site for this project,” said Doug Conley, director of The Gardens. “We talked to the designer and stressed that this was a botanical garden first and a construction site second.” The structure is comprised of Forest Stewardship Council-certified western cedar and offers a multipurpose space for 80-120 people for parties, meetings and more.

LED lights set up inside the structure give it a soft glow at night, which showcases the beauty of the project.

The conceptual drawing and many of the ideas generated for the structure came from the University’s nationally recognized Senior Assignment

Program through students in the School of Engineering Department of Construction.

“SIUE’s campus is already beautiful,” said Jeff Brown, development liaison to The Gardens and the SIUE Foundation’s director of planned giving. “This enhances the natural landscape and provides a learning resource for our students, while serving as a community asset.”

The Gardens at SIUE is a 35-acre public botanical garden on campus.

Recognized by the Missouri Botanical Garden as a Signature Garden, The Gardens currently include natural areas, gardens and sculptures arranged in a landscaped setting. Serving as a hands-on, living laboratory, the venue supports the educational and research mission of the University, engages the public in campus life and provides a haven for relaxation and enjoyment.

Enhancing the Region

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The Power of Relationships The SIUE Foundation works with donors and the unit that will benefit from a gift to ensure the best use of the gift, honoring both the donor and the University. During fiscal year 2009, the SIUE Foundation received more than $3.7 million in gifts from more than 7,600 donors. The University

is in the initial phases of a major capital campaign.

The SIUE Alumni Hall of Fame recognizes and honors SIUE alumni who, through leadership, character and dedication, have made exceptional service contributions to their profession, community or alma mater.

2008 SIUE Alumni Hall of Fame Ralph Korte, BS ’68, chairman Col. John “Jay” Flournoy Jr., of the board, The Korte BA ’86, commander, Company, Highland 932nd Airlift Wing, Scott Air Force Base Timothy Keenan, MBA Valerie Murrah, DMD ’85, founder and CEO, High ’80, professor and chair, Performance Technologies, Department of Diagnostic Reston, Va. Sciences and Dentistry, University of North Carolina, Patricia Mercurio, BA ’72, Chapel Hill president, Bank of America, St. Louis Maureen Black, BA ’82, MS Scott Alspach, BS ’88, BS ’89, ’89, executive director and founding member, The Matrix, owner, Clinical Assist Ltd. and Black Bear Academy, Chicago Studio City, Calif.

Mark Showers, BA ’77, CIO, Monsanto Corp., St. Louis

Francis Karanovich, BS ’71, MS ’74, assistant professor, Department of Education Leadership, SIUE

Paul Galeski, BS ’83, chairman and CEO, MAVERICK Technologies, LLC, Columbia Richard Oller, BS ’76, president, Oller Engineering Inc., Lubbock, Texas Crystal Lask, BS ’04, patient safety/quality improvement coordinator, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, St. Peters, Mo. Nancy Weston, BS ’77, MS ’93, vice president of nursing services, Memorial Hospital, Belleville

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Economic Development SIUE plays a leading role in several economic development initiatives.

Chancellor Vaughn Vandegrift serves as president of the Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois. The Council collaborates with regional leaders to attract and retain jobs, stimulate capital investment and promote the economic development of the region.

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Special Assistant to the Chancellor for Regional Economic Development Jim Pennekamp chairs the Southwestern Illinois Flood Prevention District Council that is working to recertify the five Illinois levees protecting 150,000 residents and 4,000 businesses in the Metro East.

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Chancellor Vandegrift is a member of the Vision 2020 steering committee.

Vision 2020 will define where Southwestern Illinois wants to be as a region and create the action plan to get there. It will enable regional leaders to transform the region’s tremendous potential into a positive economic future.

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A $360,000 federal grant to the National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center, located in SIUE’s University Park, will allow it to continue offering workforce training opportunities in biofuels production.

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A $238,000 federal grant will allow the Southwest Illinois Advanced Manufacturing (SIAM) Center, comprised of School of Engineering faculty and students—to continue helping companies streamline processes and save money.

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Funding from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity enables the School of Business to continue outreach initiatives. The Entrepreneurship Center received $150,000, and the Small Business Development Center and the International Trade Center received a total of $189,000.

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