Associate Provost and Dean of the Graduate College Named
As previously communicated, the Office of the Provost is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Julie Masterson to the position of Associate Provost and Dean of the Graduate College. Dr. Masterson received her Ph.D. from the University of Memphis and since that time has given 29 years of service as a university faculty member. She joined the Missouri State University faculty in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders in 1992 and has been involved in all aspects of educating graduate students. She has served in multiple national roles for the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the Council of Academic Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders.
Dr. Masterson’s contributions at Missouri State include time as a College of Health and Human Services Fellow for Faculty Development, 2008–11, and more recently she has served as a Provost Fellow for Faculty Development. Julie will assume her role of Associate Provost and Dean of the Graduate College on January 5, 2015.
Making Music in His Mind
Music is a form of storytelling, even when there are no words. For composer Dr. Michael F. Murray, his most intriguing projects have been inspired by his passion for poetry. You can learn more about the research done by Dr. Murray on the Mind’s Eye website.
The purpose of Mind’s Eye is to highlight research and scholarly activities at Missouri State University. This publication is available online and in print. This research project, along with many others, can be found on the Mind’s Eye website.
Computer Services Presents
Blackboard Training Opportunities
If you’re interested in earning your Blackboard Black Belt in 2014, you’ve still got a chance! Computer Services is offering several opportunities to receive training before winter break in both seated and online formats. Sign up for sessions through My Learning Connection, and prepare to make the most of Blackboard in spring 2015.
In-Person Sessions:
Green Belt Boot Camps:
- Tuesday, November 11th from 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, November 12th from 2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Black Belt Boot Camps:
- Tuesday, November 18th from 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, November 19th from 2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
It’s advised that Boot Camp participants be familiar with technology, Blackboard, and prepared for a fast-paced learning environment.
Online Sessions (all sessions start at 10:00am and last approximately 2 hours):
- Friday, November 7th: Building Course Content
- Friday, November 14th: Enhancing Communication
- Friday, November 21st: Assessing Learners
- Friday, December 5th: Designing Engaging Content
- Friday, December 12th: Creating Individual and Group Learning Paths
- Friday, December 19th: Monitoring Student Activity and Performance
See the Blackboard Blog to learn more about the great features in Blackboard, the Help Desk website for all of your computer support needs, and be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter too!
FCTL Events
Monday Morning Mentor
How Can I Make My Course Content More Accessible?
A new program begins Monday, November 10
This Magna 20-Minute Mentor explores a conceptual and practical approach to working with students with disabilities. Dr. Elizabeth Harrison, Director of the Office of Learning Resources at the University of Dayton, will share practices known to improve accessibility.
Shattering the Silence Series
“What do You Mean You Don’t Celebrate Christmas?”
Date: Monday, November 10
Times: 9:00–11:00 a.m., 12:30–2:30 p.m., 3:00–5:00 p.m.
Location: PSU 317
Presenter: Karen Aroesty is the Regional Director of the Anti-Defamation League in St. Louis
This is an interactive discussion on religious pluralism” with Karen Aroestry. The presentation is through the activities of the ADL’s A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE® Institute. Participants will engage in personal reflection on how MSU’s campus has responded to changing demographics and the increasing variety of religious diversity that is reflected in the University community.
The Multimodal Essay
Date: Tuesday, November 11
Time: 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Location: Technology Training Center, Meyer Library 205
Instructor: Lanette Cadle
This workshop will center on how (and why) to integrate a multimodal assignment into your course. Multimodal means multiple modes of expression or multiple genres such as video, art, sound, music, and so on. A multimodal essay is a good way for students to examine issues through research in a way that engages them and uses the 21st century literacies important for their future workplace, whether it is academic or not.
The workshop begins by showing the process for generating a multimodal project using iMovie, GarageBand, and other options through apps for iPads and smartphones. A USB drive with all workshop materials will be provided, allowing work to be done using the provided computers, although participants may wish to bring their own audio, photos, or video files if they have a particular idea in mind. Possible assignments for this: a position essay, a call for action, or creative work such as digital poetry.
After the workshop there will be an optional one hour work period.
CNAS Public Lecture Series
Nanobiochemistry: Nanoparticles for Biological Applications
Date: Tuesday, November 11
Time: 7:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: Temple 002
Presenter: Katye Fichter, Assistant Professor, Chemistry
This lecture will investigate some ways nanoparticles are being used in biological and biomedical applications.
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