Subject: Student Affairs E-News -- Special Edition - August 21, 2001
Special Edition - August 21, 2001
A summary of recent past and upcoming news and events within the Division of Student Affairs.
CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS
| August 22 | 1:00 - 4:00 pm | Faculty Appeciation Day by the TAMUK Bookstore | TAMUK Bookstore |
| August 23 | 3:00 - 5:00 pm | Retirement Party - Dr. Consuelo Martinez | Founder's Room |
| August 23 | 3:30 pm | Javelina Mentor Meeting | SUB 221 A/B |
| August 25 | 9:00 - 3:00 pm | Move-In Day | Turner/Bishop Residence Halls |
| August 28 & 30 | 12:30 - 1:00 pm | Javelina Mentee Meetings | Century Room |
| August 28 | 4:00 pm | Javelina Mentor/Mentee Reception | SUB |
| September 3 | All Day | Labor Day Off | Play Hard |
STUDENT TRAVEL POLICY UNDER REVIEW
The Student Travel Policy governing all travel by students for official university business, including academic field trips, student organization events, and athletic travel is under review. At the last legislative session, Senate Bill 263 was passed mandating certain requirements be within all student travel policies. Many of these requirements were contained in the existing student travel policy. However, effort is currently underway to add the remaining elements to be in compliance, as well as improve the process and documentation required for student travel. The current policy, which should be read and understood by all faculty and staff that may transport students, is available online at http://users.tamuk.edu/katj000/avpsa/studenttravelcurrent.htm. The draft may be viewed at http://users.tamuk.edu/katj000/avpsa/studenttraveldraft.htm. Your positive feedback is welcome by contacting Dr. Tom Jackson, Jr., Associate VP for Student Affairs.
FACULTY & STAFF APPECIATION DAY - TAMUK BOOKSTORE
On Wednesday, August 22nd, from 1-4 pm in the TAMUK Bookstore enjoy an additional 10% off clothing, spirit products, and selected trade and reference books. Total savings of up to 40% on some of these items. The TAMUK Bookstore would like for this to be an opportunity for staff and faculty to visit and enjoy a friendly social. Complimentary refreshments will be served.
JAVELINA MENTOR PROGRAM PREPARED FOR FRESH START
The Javelina Mentor Program, formerly HOSTS, is about to begin another great year and your help and participation is greatly needed. It starts with the Initial Meeting of the Mentors this Thursday at 3:30 pm in the SUB 221 A/B. This will be an opportunity to acquaint mentors with the program, its goals, and the changes for the coming year. Some changes to the program include an Initial Meeting of Mentees, Introduction Reception During Welcome Week, Reduced Meeting Frequency (added some activities in which matches may participate), providing Meeting Agendas (to help guide some of the conversations there will be a set of four meeting agendas that can easily be adapted to anyone’s personal style), a Contract of Participation, and Recognition. For additional information, please contact Mr. Barry McKinney, Assistant Director of Student Activities, or the Department of Student Activities at (361) 593-2760.
"HELLO" PROJECT CONTINUES - CAMPUS INVITED TO PARTICIPATE
During the fall semester the Student Affairs staff are once again trying to "greet" faculty, staff, and students as we all cross campus. Rather than walking by individuals without a simple "hello" the staff are making a point to try and greet all we pass. You are invited to join the student affairs division in the "Hello" Project. As you walk across campus try and say hello to all those you pass.
GRADUATE STUDENT PERSONNEL COURSE OFFERED FALL SEMESTER
The College of Education is offering the "Intro to Student Personnel Services (EDCG 5330)" course this fall semester from 6 - 8:50 pm every Tuesday. This graduate level course within the Counseling and Guidance program is the first in a series of courses already within the College providing an introductory look into student development in higher education. Staff and students interested in the higher education and student development professions are encouraged to register for this course. The course should provide an understanding of how student affairs departments serve the academic mission of a campus, the underlying themes and values of the student development profession, why we say residence halls instead of dorms, and why great importance is placed on students and responsibility. For more information contact Dr. Tom Jackson, Jr., Associate VP for Student Affairs.
NEW STAFF ANNOUNCED AT GENERAL FACULTY/STAFF MEETING
Nurse Practitioner - Ms. Danniece Bobeche, Nurse practitioner, Life Services & Wellness.. Degrees: BSN, Dallas Baptist University; Certified as a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner from Southwestern Medical School. Previous Positions: Nurse Practitioner, Planned Parenthood of North Texas, 1999-01; Director of Community Relations, Registered Nurse and Counselor, Fairmount Center, 1982-99.
Physician Assistant - Dr. Salvador Torres-Torres, Physician Assistant, Life Services & Wellness. Ph.D. Public Administration & Health Service Management, Columbus University, M.S. Physician Assistant Studies, University of Nebraska, B.S. Physician Assistant, George Washington University, B.S. Biology, University of Puerto Rico. Previous Positions: Physician Assistant and Facility Director, Family Practice Clinic in Falfurrias, 1998-01; Physician Assistant, United States Navy, 1998-01; Hospital Corpsman, U.S. Army, 1989-98. Currently serves under the US Air Force Reserve as a 1st Lieutenant in the 926 Medical Squadron/SGA, in New Orleans, LA.
Director, Special Programs - Ms. Mary Gonzalez, Director of Special Programs (kamlp00@tamuk.edu). Degrees: BBA in Management, BBA in Finance, & M.S. in Psychology, Texas A&I/TAMUK. Previous Positions: Instructor/Grader, Business Department, 1987-90; Counselor, Student Support Services, 1991-92; Coordinator, Student Support Services, 1992-95; Director, Ronald E. McNair Program, 1995-2001 - TAMUK.
DEAN OF STUDENTS SEARCH TO REOPEN
The search for a Dean of Students continues. Within the next two weeks a new search committee will be formed to screen Dean of Students applicants. The position should be posted by the end of next week. Deadline for applications will be Friday, September 21st, with finalists visiting campus early November. The anticipated start date is around January 7th.
Dr. Dianne Brown is currently the Interim Dean of Students and has served as Interim since September 2000. The Dean of Students serves as an advocate for students and facilitates their progress as they embark on and transition into the higher education arena. The Dean is often the student link between administration and faculty. One day the dean is helping a student succeed and the next they may be sanctioning that same student for a conduct violation. The TAMUK Dean of Students oversees several major department functions (Student Union & Activities, Sodexho Marriott, Barnes & Noble, Post Office, Fraternities & Sororities, Clubs and Organizations, Cheerleaders, Recreational Sports, Student Handbook, One-Card ID System, Student Rights and Advocacy, Women's Center, and Student Conduct) and is a member of the President's Executive Council.
RONALD E. MCNAIR PROGRAM COMPLETES SUCCESSFUL SUMMER
Another successful summer for the Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program. Great news - McNair Scholar Celia Garcia-Prieto has been accepted into the Ph.D. program at the University of Texas-Galveston. Also, McNair Scholars David Olvera and Jacob Galan presented their research at the Penn State conference (August 2-5). If you know any undergraduate students interested in higher education/research and being a part of the Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program, please contact Almann Taylor Solis located in ECK #226 or ext 2095/2018.
PARKING DECALS AVAILABLE AT UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
Parking decals are on sale at the University Police Department. In order to avoid the rush, please come and get your decal now! Please bring your up to date insurance information and all the information necessary to fill out your card such as: 1. Your driver's license number, 2. Your social security number, 3. Vehicle license numbers, and 4. Make, model, and year of vehicle. Please do not ask for information from old cards because they are no longer available.
ABOUT STUDENT AFFAIRS E-NEWS
Student Affairs E-News is an electronic newsletter service provided by the Division of Student Affairs at Texas A&M University - Kingsville. This is in an effort to further increase the positive communication of recent past and upcoming events taking place throughout campus. If you have an item you would like included in this electronic newsletter, please submit it via email to the Student Affairs by Thursday of each week.
Division of Student Affairs
Texas A&M University - Kingsville
MSC 103
Kingsville, TX 78363
(361) 593-3612 -- office (361) 593-2161 -- fax
www.tamuk.edu/sass