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Wednesday, January 30, 2008, 11:30 am – 1 pm
Jones Commons, N300 Lindquist Center
 
All College of Education Staff are invited to attend the annual College of Education Souper Bowl potluck- each department is encouraged to bring soups and/or desserts to share. Cheer on your favorite super bowl team, sample a variety of delicious soups, enjoy the company of your colleagues and a chance to win a door prize!

Sponsored by the College of Education Social Committee
Contact: Chris Annicella (christine-annicella@uiowa.edu) or Deb Kakavas (deborah-kakavas@uiowa.edu)

Thursday, January 31 , 5-8 pm
Educational Placement Office (N302 Lindquist Center)

Bring a draft of your résumé & questions. Refreshments provided!
Educational Placement Office professional staff will be on hand to review your résumé and answer any questions you might have as you prepare for the job fairs. Click here to find résumé samples & templates.

Sponsor: Educational Placement Office
Contact: Elizabeth Holm (elizabeth-holm@uiowa.edu) 319.335.5353

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Research Symposium

Friday, February 1, 2008, 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Jones Commons, N300 Lindquist Center

Come and join us in celebrating multicultural research presented by College of Education students. 17 posters will be displayed in Jones Commons highlighting research on diversity issues within education. We are pleased to have Dr. Ruth White as our keynote speaker. Additionally, awards will be presented to the highest placing posters as evaluated by a panel of judges from the college. All are welcome to join us anytime between 12 and 2pm. 

Sponsored by the College of Education Diversity Committee
Contact: Ren Stinson (ren-stinson@uiowa.edu)

Suburban Chicago Secondary Education Fair at Iowa

Thursday, February 7, 2008, 3-6 pm
Jones Commons, N300 Lindquist Center
 
Secondary school districts from northwestern Chicago suburbs will be interviewing prospective secondary teachers and counselors.
No advance registration.
The fair is free to UI students & alumni seeking positions for Fall 2008.
Dress professionally and bring plenty or résumés. A résumé will be taken at the door as registration. Click here for more information.
 
Sponsor: Educational Placement Office
Contact: Elizabeth Holm (elizabeth-holm@uiowa.edu) 319.335.5353

Job seeking seminar for doctoral students in the College of Education

Tuesday February 12, 2008, 2:30 - 3:30 pm
Jones Commons N300

“The Secret to Winning - Not Whining - Job Negotiations”
Refreshments Provided

Sponsor: Educational Placement Office
Contact: Elizabeth Holm (elizabeth-holm@uiowa.edu) 319.335.5353

Wednesday, February 13, 2008
11am – 3pm in N201 LC
 
To sign up to donate, contact Chris Annicella at 335-6138 or by email at christine-annicella@uiowa.edu You may also sign up online at http://uiowa.givesblood.org
 
Sponsored by the College of Education Staff Social Committee

Thursday, February 21, 5-8 pm
Educational Placement Office (N302 Lindquist Center)

Bring a draft of your résumé & questions. Refreshments provided!
Educational Placement Office professional staff will be on hand to review your résumé and answer any questions you might have as you prepare for the job fairs. Click here to find résumé samples & templates.

Sponsor: Educational Placement Office
Contact: Elizabeth Holm (elizabeth-holm@uiowa.edu) 319.335.5353

Brown Bag Lunch Series: Celebrate the Talent in the College

Thursday, February 21, 2008
Noon – 1:00 pm, Jones Commons

“Suicide: Why it Happens and What We Can Do about It”
Presenter: John Westefeld, P & Q

Bring your lunch and join us for a great opportunity to get to know colleagues in other departments and celebrate the impressive work of those among us!

UI February Education Job Fair

Friday, February 29, 2008, 1-4 pm
New location! University Capitol Centre, Conference Center, 2nd floor (Old Capitol Mall-downtown Iowa City)
 
Nearly 20 school districts will be recruiting from the Midwest.
No advance registration.
The fair is free to UI students & alumni seeking positions for Fall 2008.
Dress professionally and bring plenty or résumés. A résumé will be taken at the door as registration. Click here for more information.
 
Sponsor: Educational Placement Office
Contact: Elizabeth Holm (elizabeth-holm@uiowa.edu) 319.335.5353

Brown Bag Lunch Series: Celebrate the Talent in the College

Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Noon – 1:00 pm, Jones Commons

“Called to the Circle: The story of a Learning Village in Zimbabwe”
Presenter: Deb Liddell, CRSD

Bring your lunch and join us for a great opportunity to get to know colleagues in other departments and celebrate the impressive work of those among us!

Thursday, March 13, 5-8 pm
Educational Placement Office (N302 Lindquist Center)

Bring a draft of your résumé & questions. Refreshments provided!
Educational Placement Office professional staff will be on hand to review your résumé and answer any questions you might have as you prepare for the job fairs. Click here to find résumé samples & templates.

Sponsor: Educational Placement Office
Contact: Elizabeth Holm (elizabeth-holm@uiowa.edu) 319.335.5353

University of Iowa March Education Job Fair

Friday, March 28, 2008, 1-4 pm
New location! University Capitol Centre, Conference Center, 2nd floor (Old Capitol Mall-downtown Iowa City)

Nearly 20 school districts will be recruiting from AK, AZ, CA, IA, IL, MN, NE, NC, NV, MO & TX. The fair is free to UI students & alumni seeking positions for Fall 2008. No advance registration. Dress professionally and bring plenty or résumés. A résumé will be taken at the door as registration. No advance registration.
Click here for more information.

Sponsor: Educational Placement Office
Contact: Elizabeth Holm (elizabeth-holm@uiowa.edu) 319.335.5353

M.A. in Educational Administration and Principal Licensure program Open House

April 3, 2008, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Room 108, Pappajohn Higher Education Center, 1200 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309

Would you like to advance your career through principal licensure, but don’t have the time for traditional classes? If so, why not join University of Iowa faculty members at the Des Moines Open House to talk about how to obtain your M.A. in Educational Administration through Distance Education at Iowa. On April 3, UI faculty members will be available to answer your questions about getting started. For more information visit the event page.

Staff Appreciation and Awards Reception

Wednesday, April 23, 2008, 2pm – 4pm
Jones Commons, N300 Lindquist Center

The College of Education will be holding its annual Staff Appreciation Awards and Ceremony reception.  Show your appreciation and honor to our staff members for their commitment and dedication!  All staff and faculty are welcomed to attend this stellar event.

Sponsored by the College of Education
Contact: christine-annicella@uiowa.edu and cristina-cardenas@uiowa.edu

Friday, April 25, 2008, 3:00 pm
Iowa Memorial Union - Richey Ballroom

The Graduate Programs in Rehabilitation: Spring Colloquium, Awards, and Reception

Friday, April 25, 2008
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

Colloquium, 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Awards and Reception to follow

Colloquium Speaker:  Michael Paul Mason
Mr. Mason will present The Pipeline: A Trip Through the Military's Medical Megaride. The moment an explosive device detonates in Iraq, it sets off the most sophisticated medical response in history. For more information, visit the event page.

CRCC and NBCC continuing Education Credit Available.
There is no charge for this event. Family and friends welcome. More information on registration to follow.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires accommodation in order to attend, please contact Reta Litton, 319-335-5275.

Graduate Student Appreciation Reception

April 28, 2008
Jones Commons 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

For more information: http://www.education.uiowa.edu/gradstudents
Contact: Sue Cline, sue-cline@uiowa.edu.

Staff Lunch

Friday, May 2, 2008
11:30-12:45pm, Jones Commons, LC

All College of Education staff are invited to attend a staff lunch.  The Iowa City Longfellow Elementary School 6th grade girls choir will be performing. This choir is led by music teacher and College of Education graduate student Beth Brown.

Contact: Chris Annicella, christine-annicella@uiowa.edu, 338-6138
Sponsor: College of Education Social Committee

May 5 - May 8, 2008
11 am - 2 pm, 2nd floor Lindquist Center (near food cart)

Check out our website: http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bookfairs/cptoolkit/publish/uicollegeofed

Contact: Debbie Kakavas, deborah-kakavas@uiowa.edu
Sponsor: College of Education Social Committee

Friday, May 9, 2008  2:00 – 4:00 p.m. 
Jones Commons, N300 Lindquist Center

For more information:  http://www.education.uiowa.edu/coedean/holmes.htm
Contact:  Judy Brewer (judith-brewer@uiowa.edu) Phone: 319-335-5387

Teacher Education Convocation

Friday, May 16, 2008, 8:00 pm
Iowa Memorial Union Main Lounge

For more information, visit our Website:
http://www.education.uiowa.edu/external/Convocation.htm

May 18-20, 2008
Iowa City, IA

For more information, visit our Website:
http://www.education.uiowa.edu/belinblank/events/researchsym/

The Assistive Technology Summer Institute

July 24-25, 2008

The July 22-23 AT Summer Institute will be held on the campus for the Iowa School for the Deaf in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The July 24-25 AT Summer Institute will be held in N186 in the Lindquist Center on the campus of the University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa.

The Assistive Technology Summer Institute is a unique summer learning opportunity that combines discussion of current relevant topics in AT with hands-on learning opportunities of some of the most recent and most commonly used AT software programs.

For more information: http://www.education.uiowa.edu/icater/atsi/

The 29th Annual Summer School for Helping Professionals

August 11-14, 2008
The University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa

Two Day Workshops: Topics include Anxiety, Disorder, Group Counseling Techniques, Child Abuse, and Meth & Club Drugs.

For more information: http://www.education.uiowa.edu/asshp/

Wednesday, September 3, 12 pm - 1 pm
Jones Commons, LC

Visit with a COGS representative about how they can help you as a graduate student.
This would be of particular interest to you if you hold or plan to hold a teaching or research assistantship.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Sue Cline
in advance at sue-cline@uiowa.edu, 335-5260, or in N310 LC.

Friday, September 5, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
N201 Lindquist Center

The College of Education Diversity Committee invites everyone to join our first organizational meeting of the semester. Come one, come all to meet other like-minded individuals within the College, and have an opportunity to voice your opinion on how the College of Education can support diversity issues!  Bring your lunch; cookies and beverages will be provided. 

For more information: http://www.education.uiowa.edu/diversity/
Contact: Sharon Lee at sharon-lee@uiowa.edu.

Monday, September 8, 2008
N302 Lindquist Center (Educational Placement Office)

Aldine Independent School District, Houston, TX

For more information, visit Educational Placement Office
Contact: Call 319.335.5353 to schedule your interview.

• PhD: September 18 & 19
• Non-Doctoral: October 23 & 24

For more information: http://www.education.uiowa.edu/tess/gradexam/

Octoberfest for graduate students (a session each week in October)

• APA formatting review - Tuesday, October 7, 12-1, Jones Commons
• Networking lunch - Thursday, October 9, 11-1, N201 Lindquist Center, RSVP required (joni-lakin@uiowa.edu)
• Navigating your last year as a Doctoral Student - Panel discussion - Tuesday, October 14, 2-3, Jones Commons
• Libraries Information  - Wednesday, October 29, 3:30 - 4:30, N186LC - North Lindquist ITC
• Professional Poster Presentations - Thursday, October 30, 12-1, 301 Lindquist Center

Stress Management Workshop

Thursday, October 16, 2008, Noon to 1PM
N 300, Jones Commons, LC

This educational and experiential workshop will include ideas for stress management and relaxation techniques. Presented by Tina Hoffman, MA, Counseling Psychology Doctoral Student

This event is sponsored by the Graduate Student Executive Committee.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored events. Ifyou are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order toparticipate, please contact Thom Davis in advance at thomas-s-davis@uiowa.edu.

Résumé Review for students seeking PK-12 teaching jobs

Friday, October 17, 2008 8 am - 5 pm
N 302, Educational Placement Office, LC

• Professional staff will be on hand to review your résumé & answer job seeking questions.
• Find résumé samples & templates at: http://www.education.uiowa.edu/edplace/resume/
• Review job search strategies: http://www.education.uiowa.edu/edplace/JSS/pk12/
• Refreshments served all day!

PhD ePortfolio Orientation

Tuesday, October 21, 2008 11:30 AM-1:00 PM
N 300, Jones Commons, LC

The ePortfolio Project is a special project developed for students in the College of Education at The University of Iowa. Come and learn about the PhD ePortfolio. if you have any questions, contact Evans Ochola (evans-ochola@uiowa.edu).

Public Forum: Coping with the Cost of Healthcare: How Do We Pay for What We Need?

Wednesday, October 22, 2008 6:30 PM -9:00 PM
Blank Honors Center 5th Floor

PREREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: http://belinblank.org/nifi/

New Opportunities in Education Passport Fair 2008

Tuesday, October 21, 2008 2 PM-4 PM
N 300, Jones Commons, LC

If you are a currently enrolled undergraduate student, please plan to attend the third annual University of Iowa College of Education “Passport to New Opportunities.” This event, designed especially to attract students from underrepresented populations to careers in education, provides a wealth of information about the College of Education resources and services available. Students will also learn about the elementary and secondary programs in Teacher Education and the enrollment application process, including the Special Consideration Policy for select student populations. Raffle prizes and refreshments will be provided.

Contact: Cristina Cardenas (cristina-cardenas@uiowa.edu),  College of Education Dean’s Office 319.335.6111

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the College of Education in advance at 319.335.6111.

Diversity Resource Fair

October 28, 2008, 11 am—1 pm
N 300, Jones Commons, Lindquist Center

Join us for a piece of delicious cake while enjoying the various diversity related print, audio, and video resources available at the College of Education Curriculum Lab.

For more information or questions: http://www.education.uiowa.edu/diversity/
Sponsored by : College of Education Diversity Committee

William E. Coffman Lecture: Iowa Measurement Research Foundation

Tuesday, October 30, 2008 3:00 pm
N 300, Jones Commons, LC

Error of Measurement: Reconceptualizing Validity Theory & Practice
by Gregory Cizek, University of North Carolina

Reception following lecture

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa events. If you are a person with a disability and require an accommodation in order to participate, please contact Bob Forsyth at 319-335-5412.

Preparing a Professional Symposium or Poster Session

Tuesday, October 30, 2008 12:00-1:00 pm
N 300, Jones Commons, LC

Make an impression with your next poster or presentation! Preparing a Professional Symposium or Poster Session Presented by the Graduate Student Executive Council. Feel free to bring your lunch to the event. Snacks will be provided.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Joni Lakin in advance at joni-lakin@uiowa.edu.

Wednesday, November 5, 2008, Noon – 1:00 p.m.
N 300, Jones Commons, LC

Do you find the open enrollment process a bit confusing?  Join us for a discussion of recent changes and ask questions of a Benefits Office representative.  Feel free to bring your lunch.

Contact: Judy Brewer (judith-brewer@uiowa.edu), 335-5387

Tuesday, November 11, 2008 8 am - 12 pm
Educational Placement Office, N302 Lindquist Center

Who: Omaha Public Schools, Omaha, NE
For more information, visit our Website.