In light of the tragic events of the past several days, there may be changes to the information below. We will keep you posted on any changes with updates. As we continue to deal with the aftermath, we are sensitive that there are many needs of our students, faculty and staff. Please emailacaffairs@callutheran.edu if you need to cancel class (so we can ensure that students are notified), or if you have any other needs.
We have been talking with several faculty who feel unprepared to talk with students who are still reeling from recent events, while others are anxious to get in the classroom with students. To support all faculty needs in this regard, we have created a google document where faculty can 1) request a faculty peer to attend class(es) with them, 2) request a mental health professional accompany them to class(es), 3) volunteer to serve as a peer in another faculty member’s class(es). All faculty can access the document here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_cek_8BwsZceOWFomTjwrC-SOnUaB83NX4XpV5LRlI4/edit?usp=sharing Someone will be in touch with all of the faculty that sign up regarding details.
Spotlight
Faculty and staff are invited to Soiland gymnasium Mon., Nov. 12 from 10-11:15 am to come together as a community, share practices in support of students and each other, and address practical questions and concerns related to work disruption (e.g. operating hours, timesheet submission, preschool, status of planned events, food services, ITS support, etc.) This meeting replaces the previously scheduled town hall.
No Faculty Meeting, however FEC will host a gathering for faculty today, Mon., Nov. 12, 4-4:30pm, Swenson 101.
Events
Please notify the academic affairs office (acaffairs@callutheran.edu) if any events are being canceled this week.
CANCELED: McNair Faculty Meet & Greet, has been cancelled for today. Please stay tuned for when this will be rescheduled.
The International Film Festival presents: El regreso, Tues., Nov. 13, 7pm, Richter Hall. Admission is free. Movie is played in Spanish with English subtitles.
Staff and Faculty Lunch, Wed., Nov. 14, 11am - 1pm, reserved area in theUPSTAIRS Ullman Dining Commons. The discounted price of $8 + tax includes all menu options offered in the Dining Commons.
International Education Week -. World Fair,has been cancelled and we will notify all when it has been rescheduled.
Reel Justice Film Series presents: A Place at the Table, Wed., Nov. 14, 7pm, Overton Hall. Donation of $10 recommended to benefit the Community Cupboard.
University Chapel, Thurs., Nov. 15, 11:25am Samuelson Chapel.
Wind Ensemble Concert, conducted by Michael Hart, Fri., Nov. 16, 7:30pm, Samuelson Chapel. Donations accepted.
Please announce to your students: Applications are being accepted until Thurs., Nov. 15 for the STEM Research Abroad Fellowship offered through the Center for Global Engagement and OURCS. We have full funding for one Cal Lutheran undergraduate to conduct research in a lab overseas, through Cal Lutheran's institutional partner, Arcadia University. View potential projects. More details about the fellowship and the application process on the OURCS webpage.
Interested in going to Italy this summer? Cal Lutheran's partner program in Rome is offering faculty fellowships in summer 2019. Visiting fellows will be provided with accommodations at Richmond in Rome from June 17-29, 2019. Please contact Lisa Loberg at the Center for Global Engagement before Nov. 16 for application and nomination information. Final application will be due Nov. 26.
In January 2019, Pearson Library will be launching a new database list. Faculty will now be able to sort databases by resource type and by subject, linking to other relevant subject resources in the process. Included with some of the database entries will be tutorials and power user tips (search strategies for more advanced researchers). The new database list is currently in beta testing, so there may be minor changes before it goes live for the entire campus in January. Faculty are encouraged to explore the new database list, and contact Meghan Johnson atmeghanjohnson@callutheran.edu with any questions or comments.
Upcoming
Be reminded that all classes must meet on the Monday and Tuesday of Thanksgiving week and all classes must meet during finals week. Failure to do so is a violation of federal regulations on the minimum required amount of class meeting time. Note: there are no TUG classes on Wed., Nov. 21 (the day before Thanksgiving), however, it is a reading day, so an assignment should be given.
All faculty are invited to the annual Faculty Holiday Reception, hosted by the Provost's Office, Fri., Dec. 7,4-6pm, William Rolland Art Center Student Art Gallery. Significant others are welcome to attend!
President's Christmas Camaraderie Party, Fri., Dec. 14, 3-6pm, the President's Residence, 372 Camino de Celeste, Thousand Oaks.
Festival of Scholars - April 29 - May 3, 2019: The last day to plan a session to be included in the 2019 Festival of Scholars is January 28, 2019. Please click here to complete the Session Request Form and return to fos@callutheran.edu or Ashley Morris at MC 1425.
The Bachelor’s Degree for Professionals program will be hosting its 7th Annual Holiday Toy Drive Nov. 26 – Dec. 7. We will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for infants, children, and teens to be donated to KABC7/So. Cal Firefighters’ Spark of Love Toy Collection. For those who prefer online shopping, click here to purchase from our Amazon wish list! (Please be sure online orders will arrive by Dec. 3.) For your convenience, donation boxes will be located across campus at the following locations:
Bachelor’s Degree for Professionals Office (Benson House)
President’s Office (Administration Building)
C.L.U. Preschool
Pearson Library
College of Arts and Sciences (Swenson 214 & Humanities 246)