Author: Troy Rutter

Request for Proposals for Cultivate 2023 due November 4

Request for Proposals for the Cultivate 2023 Professional Development Conference presented by the Professional and Scientific Council are now being accepted through November 4. The Professional and Scientific Council Professional Development Conference Subcommittee is seeking proposals for sessions that will be offered at the Cultivate 2023 Professional Development Conference. All selected sessions will tie into … Continue reading Request for Proposals for Cultivate 2023 due November 4

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Flu shot clinic temporarily closed

The annual flu shot vaccine clinic, scheduled for October 3-14 has been temporarily closed due to shipment delays. Faculty and staff will receive an email from Human Resources when the clinic re-opens. ISU WellBeing is partnering with Occupational Medicine to provide flu vaccinations to eligible ISU employees. The vaccine is provided at no cost as … Continue reading Flu shot clinic temporarily closed

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LAS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee seeks new member

The college’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) committee is seeking one new member. The committee especially welcomes applications from term faculty members and/or faculty members in the physical or life sciences. The committee meets once a month and in person. The committee identifies best practices to implementing policies within LAS departments and programs. Contact committee … Continue reading LAS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee seeks new member

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Preliminary (Third Year) Review Workshop is October 27

October 27, 2022: Preliminary (Third Year) Review Workshop 3:40 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Via WebEx. An overview of the preliminary review process and a conversation with the LAS deans about any questions faculty may have about the process. Please contact Gaye Simonson for the WebEx link.

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COACHE Data Highlights Workshop for Faculty Sept. 27

Moving Forward, Together: COACHE Data Highlights About the ISU Faculty Experience, will take place Sept. 27 from 10 a.m.-noon, in the Memorial Union Sunroom. Join Assistant Provost for Faculty Development Tera Jordan, Institutional Research Executive Director Karen Zunkel, and Institutional Research Data Analyst Susan Ray as they share highlights from the COACHE Faculty Satisfaction Survey … Continue reading COACHE Data Highlights Workshop for Faculty Sept. 27

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MyLAS: an internal website created for faculty and staff

When LAS Improved Service Delivery (ISD) roles (shared positions across departments and units) were rolled out with the launch of Workday, it provided the perfect opportunity to create a helpful resource for the LAS community to find information and contact details for both college and department staff whose roles were affected by the change. The … Continue reading MyLAS: an internal website created for faculty and staff

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LAS United Way update

Earlier this fall I introduced the United Way of Story County 2021 Campaign at Iowa State University. I noted that United Way of Story County’s help is felt right here on campus. Today I want to share just how impactful UWSC services are for faculty, staff and students in the Iowa State University community. People … Continue reading LAS United Way update

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November update from the dean

Dear LAS faculty, staff and graduate students, It’s a beautiful time of year on campus, and as I see all the foot traffic outside, it reminds me of all your efforts to make the transition back to campus a positive experience for students. Thank you! As you may already know, the general and emotional well-being … Continue reading November update from the dean

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September update from the dean

Dear LAS faculty, staff and graduate students, As we hurtle at light speed through a new semester, I can see one thing very clearly – lots of energy. The students are full of energy, and this, in turn, energizes faculty and staff and all of us who work with them. I was pleased to hear … Continue reading September update from the dean

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Preliminary Review Workshop is October 28

October 28, 2021: Preliminary Review Workshop 3:40 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. The College will provide an overview of the preliminary review process for those faculty approaching their preliminary (“3rd year”) review. This workshop will be held virtually. Please RSVP by emailing Julie Palmer.