coe-staff: The Weekly Vol. 6 #7

[Laura Lee McIntyre]

Dear COE Community,

Today's Weekly message is especially challenging because it is the day after a general election and the outcomes are affecting many in our community. Today is not a normal Wednesday.

I am navigating my own feelings and I sense the heightened emotions of others - our faculty, staff, and students - as well. We are processing today through the lenses of our unique and shared experiences. Some are experiencing this in the silence of our day-to-day work, or some in solidarity with trusted colleagues and friends. As I process my own feelings about today, I have received some lovely messages from individuals in our community. Messages of hope and feelings related to this day. One that stuck with me was an individual who shared that they loved being about to be authentic and truly "feel" all the feels today. Others expressed gratitude for the community of colleagues they experience. I hope that is true for all and others today. There is power in community and there is strength in knowing we are not alone. We are moving items along (as you can see from my note below) , but we are also taking gentle care to notice what we need. We may be experiencing a whole range of emotions today (and the days ahead) and it's fair to say that we may not all see eye to eye. Those differences make us better and stronger. Reach out to others who may be struggling and be aware of what you need.   This is our community; please do find safety, peace, solace, support, and love here.  If you have strength, do share it with someone else. If you need strength, we've got you.

A colleague shared the Greater Good Magazine: Science-based Insights for a Meaningful Life that focused on finding your balance during a stressful election season<https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/Resources_for_Finding_Your_Balance_During_Stressful_Election>. The resources for parents and educators immediately jumped out at me as a powerful tool, in fact, a resource that I'm using in my own life. I hope you find the information helpful.

Resources for parents and educators

  *   Seven Tips for Talking With Kids About Politics<https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/seven_tips_for_talking_with_kids_about_politics>: Half of American parents don't discuss politics with their children. But research suggests parenting plays a crucial role in political views and participation.
  *   Can Social-Emotional Skills Strengthen Democracy?<https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/can_social_emotional_skills_strengthen_democracy>: A new study links student participation in SEL programs to voter participation later in life.
  *   How to Help Students Learn to Listen to Each Other's Stories<https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_to_help_students_learn_to_listen_to_each_others_stories>: Interview-based storytelling projects can build active listening skills that increase empathy and foster relationships.

There is power in relationships, community, and connection. I'm so glad you're a part of our College of Education community.

Warmly,
Laura Lee


Updates and Upcoming
Professional Responsibilities Policy Finalized: The Office of the Provost has reviewed the College of Education's Professional Responsibilities policy and it is now posted as final here: COE_ProfRespPolicy_Approved_09232024.docx (sharepoint.com)<https://uoregon.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/Unit-LevelPolicies-Approved/Edf8JIs5o4FCkMfEanjkdCMBpr4QwyMm4cfwBUi9QB15Jw?e=tp5tfa>. A comprehensive message will be shared following this message indicating the changes that were identified by that office.

Preparing for Promotion Workshop 1: Service and Equity
Friday November 22nd 12-1:30pm in HEDCO 230T/Zoom (lunch provided in-person)
Now's the time! If you are Career or TTF and promotion is on the horizon for you in the next 1-3 years, this workshop is for you. The first in a series of three workshops to be offered this year. Discussion for this workshop will focus on suggestions for assembling the service and equity portions of your dossier. If you need ideas for filling out the service portion of your dossier or examples of how others have incorporated contributions of equity into their personal statement, then this workshop is for you. Participants will be provided with suggestions and strategies, and break-out time will be offered for specific questions unique to Career and TTF. As a bonus, you will be able to learn from your colleagues while you enjoy lunch! Please RSVP via this link<https://oregon.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0GqAuVrHXpAoryK>.

VPRI Research Seed grants are due January 21, 2025
Research Seed Grants<https://research.uoregon.edu/plan/find-funding/internal-funding-opportunities/research-seed-grant> are designed to support faculty in acquiring preliminary data and developing a competitive proposal for significant external funding. A clear justification of funding need (e.g., mid-career research transition, new research collaboration, etc.) is required, as is a specific target(s) for funding opportunities. Research Development Services (RDS) is available to support faculty in requesting these funds.

Call for Scholarship Application Review Committee
The College of Education's Development Team is responsible for distributing over $1 million of donor-funded scholarships annually to incoming and returning COE students who have applied for COE scholarships. To award scholarships based on academic merit, the College depends on a systematic review of these applications by a committee comprised of faculty and/or staff. Service on this committee counts as college-wide faculty service. And the commitment timeline is short - requiring the review of about 40 applications over three weeks in the second half of February and into March. Please fill out this form<https://forms.office.com/r/pUPmc4Prvw> or contact Andrea Olson, Director of Stewardship and Donor Relations at andreao at uoregon.edu<mailto:andreao at uoregon.edu> to express your interest in serving on this committee or to gain more information by February 10.

Spotlights and Recognition
Doctoral Student Invited to UAE Embassy in Washington, DC<https://www.instagram.com/p/DBzQWOmJpcV/?img_index=1>
Congratulations to Lemya Alhmoudi, a doctoral candidate in special education, who was among a group of outstanding Emirati students from universities across the US invited to the UAE Embassy in Washington, DC this September to meet HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates. Lemya serves as a teaching assistant in the Department of Special and Gifted Education at United Arab Emirates University. Her research interests include supporting families of children with disabilities, language assessment, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Emma Bjorngard Basayne selected as an Officer of Administration (OA) Star: Emma was selected from a robust list of campus wide nominations. Selections for OA Star are for embodying a spirit of collegiality and vision and for working with peers and partners across departmental and divisional lines. OA Stars strive for continuous improvement and build relationships and solutions that improve the university for all its constituents. Emma will be honored<https://news.uoregon.edu/content/oa-council-present-awards-during-fall-listening-session?utm_source=workplace-11-05-24&utm_campaign=workplace> in a brief recognition event along with other campuswide recipients on November 12th in the EMU Ballroom.

The Prevention Science program was selected by the Division of Graduate Studies to be a part of Project LEAD, a program that enhances how academic units prepare graduate students for diverse career options, both inside and outside of academia. Project LEAD involves working with the Division leadership and Dr. Stacy Hartman, a nationally renowned researcher and author in graduate student career development. Congrats Prevention Science!

Reminders
University Hosts New Faculty Social
Drop by McMenamins East 19th Café<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t.e2ma.net/click/cj6ihk/ok79rthc/kt7g7ab__;!!C5qS4YX3!HgCkv8FrSy0I4ovLPO9xpFG82tbg8grWKsajH4huR_gI9EebzwV9-jwxqvli0yonoz7IEvXpUnW7baWMJA$> on November 7 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. for this family friendly gathering, and the opportunity to connect with your peers as well as faculty from United Academics and the Office of the Provost.

Job Listings/Opportunities

  *   HEDCO Institute Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate/Postdoc - Open Pool<https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/534678/pro-tem-research-assistantassociatepostdoc-open-pool>: Applications reviewed as needs arise; pool open through June 30, 2025

  *   Pro Tem Research Assistant, Ballmer Institute<https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/534701/pro-tem-research-assistant>: Applications due November 18


Laura Lee McIntyre | Dean & Castle-McIntosh-Knight Professor (she/her)
University of Oregon | College of Education
230 Hedco Education Building | Eugene, OR 97403-1215
llmcinty at uoregon.edu<mailto:email at uoregon.edu> |  https://education.uoregon.edu<https://education.uoregon.edu/>
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