ADVANCE e-Update: October 27, 2009

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Dear Colleagues,
Upcoming ISU ADVANCE activities this fall include:

Dr. Mary Harris, faculty fellow in 2008-09, will report on her work on faculty flexibility, which supported the theme for the ISU ADVANCE Program last year, "Recruiting the Best: The Role of Work-life Flexibility."

Workshop for Chairs and Deans (by invitation):
Resources for Chairs and Deans on Flexible Faculty Careers at Iowa State
Wednesday, November 4, 8-9:30 am

Lunchtime Discussions for the campus community:
ISU resources and policies that support faculty flexibility
Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 12-1:00, Gallery, Memorial Union

Save the Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2010 - Workshop and presentation by Dr. Caroline Turner, Professor in the Division of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, Lincoln Professor of Ethics and Education, and Doctoral Program Director for Higher and Postsecondary Education at Arizona State University. Details are forthcoming.

Reminder: ISU ADVANCE Lecture Co-sponsorship Program grants still available

ISU ADVANCE offers 10 lecture co-sponsorship ($300) awards each year. Departments and programs can apply for funds for the 2009-2010 academic year now and throughout the 2009-10 academic year until the funds are exhausted. Visit http://www.advance.iastate.edu/events/lectureships.shtml for more information.

2009 Iowa Women of Innovation Award Nominees

The Technology Association of Iowa (TAI) announced the finalists for the second annual Iowa Women of Innovation Awards Presentation – a premier event to elevate and celebrate women leaders in science, technology and engineering. Nine awards will be given to recognize women in Iowa’s workforce who are trail blazers and role models in their fields. The winner in each of the nine award categories will be announced during the 2009 Women of Innovation Awards Dinner held at the Meadows Events & Conference Center on Tuesday, November 10. Iowa State University has nominees in the following categories:

Research Innovation and Leadership
Toni Wang, Associate Professor, Food Science and Human Nutrition
Wallapak Tavanapong, Associate Professor, Computer Science

Academic Innovation and Leadership (Post-Secondary)
Robyn Lutz, Professor, Computer Science

Collegian Innovation and Leadership (students)
Jessica Tobelmann, Senior, Chemical Engineering
Katie Githens, Junior, Software Engineering
Nicole Vogl, Senior, Civil Engineering
Wendy Kleve, Senior, Industrial Engineering

The Fall 2009 Faculty Women's Network Schedule includes the following events:

Friday, October 30: "Successfully Navigating Your Career at Iowa State University"
Carla Espinoza, Associate Vice President, Human Resource Services; Director, Equal Opportunity and Diversity, will share resources, tips, and success stories from her experiences at Iowa State. Bring a friend and bring your lunch!
Location: Campanile Room, Memorial Union, Time: 11:30-1:00 pm
More Info

Tuesday, November 10: "Creating A Clutter-Free Life ©"
Join Mary Sigmann, Certified Professional Organizer ® for an interactive workshop on "Creating A Clutter-Free Life ©." With our busy lives and so many projects competing for time and attention, it can be challenging to create balance in your life and protect your time. Being clutter-free by enhancing your organizational skills and time management, will clear the way for you to be your best and enjoy life more by reducing stress. Bring a friend and bring your lunch!
Location: Campanile Room, Memorial Union Time: 11:45-12:45 pm
More Info

Tuesday, December 1 and Wednesday, December 2: Join us for Lunch at The Joan Bice Underwood Tearoom!!!
The Joan Bice Underwood Tearoom, 23 MacKay Hall, is a teaching operation within the Hotel, Restaurant, and Institution Management program. There is a single seating at 12:00 noon, Mondays through Fridays, and reservations are required. The price for the meal is $6.25. Bring a friend! Make your reservation online and join us! Please let Penny Rice know if you planning on attending by emailing pennyr@iastate.edu or calling (515) 294-4154.
To find out more about the Tearoom & make your reservation visit: http://www.aeshm.hs.iastate.edu/tearoom/


Past e-Updates

• January 16, 2009
• February, 18, 2009
• March 23, 2009
• April 9, 2009
• May 7, 2009
• September 17, 2009