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Stephen Sweet has been selected to be the next editor of the journal Teaching SociologyContributed by Kimberly Anderson on 08/27/14 Stephen Sweet, Associate Professor of Sociology, has been selected to be the next editor of the journal Teaching Sociology, with work beginning August 1, 2014 through December 31, 2017. As part of the agreement with the American Sociological Association (ASA), Ithaca College has committed 2 course releases during this period (6 classes total), approved by Dean Leslie Lewis. Read more . . . (29 words) The Gerontology Institute receives a partner grant from the Human Services Coalition Health Planning Council (HPC)Contributed by Kimberly Anderson on 08/27/14 The Gerontology Institute received a $6000 partner grant from the Human Services Coalition Health Planning Council (HPC) to coordinate and host the Falls Prevention Workshop Series with continuing education credits for physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals. The Falls Prevention Workshop Series is supported by the Tompkins County Falls Prevention Coalition, led by the Health Planning Council of the Tompkins County Human Services Coalition and the following project partners: Tompkins County Office for the Aging, Lifelong, Finger Lakes Independence Center, Community Health and Home Care, and the Tompkins County Department of Emergency Response. The Tompkins County Falls Prevention Coalition has been part of the Health Foundation of Western and Central New York “Step Up to Stop Falls” collaborative since 2010. Read more . . . (42 words) Rebecca Lesses Receives Research Fellowship at Käte Hamburger Kolleg at the Ruhr-University, in Bochum, GermanyContributed by Kimberly Anderson on 08/27/14 Congratulations to Rebecca Lesses who has received a research fellowship at the Käte Hamburger Kolleg at the Ruhr-University, in Bochum, Germany for the academic year 2014-2015. Read more . . . (84 words) Submitted on behalf of Gerald Hector, Vice President for Finance and Administration. It is with great enthusiasm that we announce to the campus community that the college has undertaken a massive project to upgrade the wireless infrastructure across campus. We spent last academic year conducting site surveys, issuing Response for Proposals (RFPs), and negotiating pricing and we are pleased to announce that work has commenced and will continue through the fall semester of the 2014-2015 academic year. Read more . . . (141 words) College Unifies Student Health, Counseling, and Wellness Services OperationsContributed by Rory Rothman on 08/27/14 In an effort to achieve greater coordination and maximize efficiencies among the health-related services provided for students, the College is restructuring the operations of the Hammond Health Center and the Office of Counseling and Wellness. The unified organization will be called the Center for Counseling, Health and Wellness focusing on a shared philosophy of holistic care for Ithaca College students. Read more . . . (95 words) Student Talking Circles on Race and Racism for Fall 2014: Presented by the Diversity Awareness CommitteeContributed by Michelle Rios-Dominguez on 08/26/14 Have you ever had a question about race but were unsure about how to ask? How is racism recognized? How do you experience racism? How do you think racism has affected your life and the lives of others? How do you cope with the effects? Who do you believe needs to assume responsibility for eliminating racism? Read more . . . (195 words) Diversity Awareness Committee Announces Launch of the Student Talking Circles on Race and Racism for Fall 2014Contributed by Michelle Rios-Dominguez on 08/26/14 Have you ever had a question about race but were unsure about how to ask? How is racism recognized? How do you experience racism? How do you think racism has affected your life and the lives of others? How do you cope with the effects? Who do you believe needs to assume responsibility for eliminating racism? Read more . . . (188 words) The Caring and Sharing Back to School Drive Ends Tomorrow!Contributed by Michelle Rios-Dominguez on 08/26/14 The Caring and Sharing Committee is *accepting donations of new or very gently used backpacks, lunchboxes, and other school supplies for Ithaca College employees needing assistance. Read more . . . (140 words) Seats available in my early American role-playing course HNRS 20025Contributed by Vivian Bruce Conger on 08/26/14 Honors students (and qualified non-honors students) are welcome to experience life in colonial Boston and revolutionary New York City. “The Power and Fate of Republics in Early America,” consists of two elaborate games, set in the past, in which students are assigned roles. Class sessions are run entirely by students; I advise and guide students and grade your oral and written work. Read more . . . (295 words) The Fitness Center's Fall 2014 Group Exercise Schedule is now available. Classes began on Monday 8/25/14, and with the exception of Tai Chi and Iyengar Yoga are available on a first come, first served basis. Tai Chi and Iyengar Yoga are available to IC Faculty and Staff only, if you are interested in attending please e-mail Sean Reilley. Enjoy! Read more . . . (24 words) Welcome back students! The Fitness Center is now open with our regular academic year hours. Monday: 7:00am - 11:00pm Tuesday: 6:30am - 11:00pm Wednesday: 6:30am - 11:00pm Thursday: 6:30am - 11:00pm Friday: 7:00am - 8:00pm Saturday: 10:00am - 7:00pm Sunday: 11:00am - 11:00pm
Read more . . . (26 words) The IC Greens, IC's only progressive and liberal political organization on campus, is seeking officers for the upcoming year.Roles that must be filled include Co-Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Treasurer, Head of Media Relations, Head of Public Relations, Director of Environmental Affairs, and Director of Social Justice Affairs. If you are interested or if you have any questions about the IC Greens or the officer positions, please email us at icgreens@ithaca.edu. The IC Greens have Ten Key Values, which include Grassroots Democracy, Social Justice, Environmental Wisdom, Non-Violence, Decentralization, Economic Justice, Feminism, Respect for Diversity, Personal and Global Responsibility, and Future Focus and Sustainability.
Read more . . . (24 words) Life Without Borders, a brand-new organization on campus, will hold their informational meeting on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2014 at 8pm in Friends 309. Anyone interested in protecting and preserving the lives of all beings, irrespective of race, creed, color, sex, class, age, nation of origin, nationality, gender identity or expression, disability, marital status, religion, military status, sexual orientation, species, and other potential discriminatory factors, while striving to improve the quality of that life and the environment around it are highly encouraged and welcome to attend! Please email us at lifewithoutbordersinc@gmail.com for more information. IC Life Without Borders is also looking for officers. If you are interested in being vice-president, treasurer, or secretary of the group, please get in touch with us! Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations should contact Josh Kelly at jkelly@ithaca.edu. We ask that requests for accommodations be made as soon as possible. The IC Greens will hold their informational meeting on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2014 at 7pm in Friends 309. Anyone interested in Grassroots Democracy, Social Justice, the Environment, Non-Violence, Economic Justice, Feminism, Diversity, Sustainability, or progressive political groups like the Green and Socialist parties are highly encouraged and welcome to attend! Please email us at icgreens@ithaca.edu for more information. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations should contact the IC Greens at icgreens@ithaca.edu. We ask that requests for accommodations be made as soon as possible. 24 Hour Theatre Festival Needs Actors - Greens Theatre Project, IC GreensContributed by Joshua Kelly on 08/26/14 Interested in being a part of a 24-Hour Theatre Festival on September 12-13th? Read more . . . (24 words) Saturday’s Finger Lakes Permaculture Tour will visit IC’s Permaculture Garden!Contributed by Carol Hansen on 08/26/14 This Saturday, September 6th, from 10 am to 4 pm the Finger Lakes Permaculture Institute (FLPCI) will be hosting tours to a number of permaculture installations around the area. One stop will feature IC’s permaculture installation outside of Williams Hall (across from the IC Bookstore entrance). Read more . . . (120 words) Proposal deadlines coming up soon for teaching abroad in 2015-16Contributed by Rachel Gould on 08/26/14 Submission deadlines for short-term, faculty-led courses to be taught abroad in 2015-16 are approaching. Any faculty member interested in leading such a course abroad during the 2015-16 academic year is encouraged to be in touch with the Office of International Programs to begin discussing ideas for such programs. Read more . . . (196 words) Workshops for Faculty & Staff: Developing & Implementing Short-Term Study Abroad ProgramsContributed by Rachel Gould on 08/26/14 The Office of International Programs (OIP) would like to invite all administrators, faculty and staff members to attend our upcoming workshops designed to assist in the development of short-term study abroad programs. Read more . . . (357 words) Looking for the ICNYC program, Cornell in Washington, or FLEFF? We've moved!Contributed by Rachel Gould on 08/26/14 The Office of the Assistant Provost for International Studies and Special Projects/Director of International Programs is now located on the 2nd floor of Job Hall. This office is responsible for the Ithaca College New York City Center (ICNYC), the Cornell in Washington program (CIW), and the Finger Lakes Environmental Film Festival (FLEFF), as well as the Office of International Programs (OIP). Please stop by and visit us in our new space!
To contact the Office of the Assistant Provost, call us at 274-3063. The Office of International Programs is now located on the 2nd floor of Job Hall. Please stop by and visit us in our new space!
To contact the Office of International Programs, call us at 274-3306 or email intlprog@ithaca.edu.
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