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Provost Communication, Monday, October 7, 2024
October 7, 2024
Good morning everyone,
I hope that you all had a nice weekend. It was absolutely beautiful outside with so much sunshine. I hope you got a chance to get outside and enjoy yourself. I would be remiss if I didn’t acknowledge that October 7, 2024, marks the one-year anniversary of the attacks that initiated the ongoing Israel-HAMAS conflict. I imagine that this anniversary brings up myriad emotions for many of us in our community and I hope we approach this day (and every day) with care and compassion for each other.
Presidential Search Open Forum
The California State University (CSU) Board of Trustees is beginning the search for the next regularly appointed president of Cal Poly Humboldt. Faculty, staff, students, alumni, and members of the North Coast community are invited to attend an in-person open forum from 11 am to 1 pm on Thursday, October 10, in the Van Duzer Theatre. During this time, the Trustees’ Committee for the Selection of the President will outline the search process, and listen and learn from the campus community about the professional qualifications, experiences, and personal attributes they feel the next president must possess to be successful.
All members of our campus and local community are welcome and encouraged to participate. The open forum will also be live-streamed and archived on the President Search website, where individuals may also provide their input via written submission.
Pre-registration is not required to attend and to provide comments in person before the committee. If you wish to provide comments virtually during the open forum, you will need to register in advance here. The registration deadline for virtual participation is noon on Tuesday, October 8. Confirmed registrants will receive details about how to participate.
New Emeritus Faculty
On October 1, 2024, the Cal Poly Humboldt University Senate unanimously approved the following faculty, staff, and administrators for Emeritus Status at the University Senate meeting:
Marisol Cortes-Rincon, (post-humus) Professor of Anthropology and Director/Co-Director of the Cultural Resources Facility.
Ruth Epperson, Lecturer, Department of Nursing and RN, Student Health & WellBeing Center
Craig Kurumada, ASC, Computer Science, Mathematics
Sam Pennisi, Lecturer, Natural Resources
Virginia (Ginny) Ryder, Lecturer of Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone, and Bassoon
Kumi Watanabe-Schock, Instructional Support & Media Services Library Assistant, International Student Advisor & Recruiter, International Programs Administrative Analyst Specialist/Public Programming & Media Coordinator
Frank Whitlatch, VP for University Advancement
Frederick (Rick) W. Zechman, Associate Dean of CNRS & Marine Operations
Congratulations to our new emeritus faculty and staff and thanks so much to Marshelle Thobaben for her commitment and passionate leadership.
There are lots of opportunities to engage in events and activities to support our students in internships and advising. Here are a few:
What the heck is an internship? Navigating the Internship Landscape at Cal Poly Humboldt
As a Polytechnic University, hands-on learning and career readiness are essential components of our students’ education. Join Bori Mazzag, Associate Dean-College of Natural Resources & Sciences, Emily Worm, Director of the Center for Community Based Learning Director (CCBL), and Kelly Fortner, Faculty & Student Support Coordinator (CCBL) for an overview of internships and other types of professional opportunities for students to apply their learning and discuss why these experiences are beneficial. Leave with a better understanding of the different terms, definitions, and campus resources for faculty and students. A brown bag lunch with snacks and refreshments is provided.
Day: Monday, October 14, 2024
Time: 12:30-2 pm
Location: CTL Glass Classroom (Library 317) or Zoom
Next Steps – Increasing Internship Opportunity for Students
This second session in the series will build on our first conversation to discuss ways to increase opportunities for students. Learn about the findings from the Spring 2024 Internship Needs Working Group. Leave with suggestions of internship models and best practices to ensure student success and minimize faculty workload.
Day: Monday, November 18, 2024
Time: 12:30-2 pm
Location: CTL Glass Classroom (Library 317) or Zoom
Reimagine Student Advising: Faculty Academic Advising Workshop Series
Faculty are invited to join the Academic Advising Center for a series of informative advising workshops. Choose the training(s) that meet your needs. Sign up today. If you prefer a workshop tailored to your department, please email Loren Collins at lmc12@humboldt.edu.
Digging into Peoplesoft, DARS and the Schedule
Thursday, October 24, 2024, 3 - 4:00 pm (In Person, Library 121)
Monday, October 28, 2024, 2 pm - 3:00 pm (Zoom)
Engaging Your Advisees - Student Caseload Management and Proactive Advising Training
Friday, November 1, 2024 from 1 pm - 2:00 pm (Zoom)
Supporting Students in Academic Recovery Notice, Reinstatement, CR/NC - Bring your questions
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 from 1 pm - 2:00 pm (Zoom)
I hope you have a wonderful start to your week.
Jenn
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Jenn Capps, PhD
Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs
Cal Poly Humboldt