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Melissa Stordeur Talent Development Specialist mjstordeur@fortlewis.edu 970-247-6142
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2/8/2023, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | EBH 130, SOBA conference room
Join us for the Lunch & Learn: Creating an Inclusive Classroom workshop on Wednesday, February 8 from 12-1 p.m. in the Education Business Hall, room 130 (SOBA Conference Room).
In this workshop, we will learn how to create a more inclusive classroom environment and review simple solutions for designing more accessible assignments.
Please RSVP by 2/3 for the catering order.
2/15/2023, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Art Hall, room 137
Nolan McPherson, Art & Design/K-12 Art Education major and other faculty and staff to learn how to throw clay on a pottery wheel. Afterwards, you will have an opportunity to create your own ceramic planter. Due to classroom space restrictions, this event is limited to 15 participants. You must attend both sessions of the activity on February 15 and 17 from 5-7 p.m. Please direct questions to Melissa Stordeur at mjstordeur@fortlewis.edu or 970-247-6142.
2/16/2023, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | EBH 130 SOBA conference room
Lisa Bloomquist, Executive Director from HomesFund, and Kelsey Deckert, Housing Strategy & Development Manager, will share information about the HomesFund Mortgage Assistance Program. Learn more about program eligibility and the application process. Attendance is limited to 25 participants due to room space. Please RSVP for the catering order by February 10.
2/17/2023, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Art Hall, room 137
Part 2 session to complete your ceramic planter. Nolan McPherson, Art & Design/K-12 Art Education major will provide additional support to finish your ceramic planter in the Art Hall, room 137. You must attend both sessions on February 15 and 17 from 5-7 p.m. to participate in this creative activity. Please direct questions to Melissa Stordeur at mjstordeur@fortlewis.edu or 970-247-6142.
2/22/2023, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Reed Library, Dev Space
Speaking in front of others is practically essential in the workplace, and it’s one of the hardest things for some of us to do. Jenn Wagnon, Director of TRIO Student Success Center, will teach us some handy tips for speaking in formal presentations and in meetings. RSVP by 2/17 for catering order.
2/23/2023, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Student Union, Vallecito Room
Are you a faculty member interested in socializing and exchanging ideas with other colleagues? Join the faculty mentoring program to be paired with a mentor/mentee with common interests. Benefits of participating include networking with tenured and new faculty, learning about others' experiences and expertise, and engaging in fun activities.
Please RSVP by 2/20 for the catering order.
2/24/2023, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Student Life Center, room 119
Join Gyana Bandy Gomar, Assistant Director of El Centro and the Gender & Sexuality Resource Center, for Free Drop-in Faculty & Staff Yoga in the Student Life Center 119. Yoga mats and equipment are provided or bring your own. Comfortable clothing is recommended.
3/7/2023, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Virtual
Would you like to learn strategies for healthy habits? Are you participating in the Skyhawk Wellness Challenge?
Whether you are participating in the 10-week team challenge or not, join Janeen Haller-Abernethy, LCSW and Director from the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program, to review 10+ wellbeing strategies and how to blend them into your life. You will find at least one strategy to manage your emotional wellness and general outlook. Attend this live virtual workshop to learn about and practice tried and true wellness techniques. Here is the Zoom link. Please RSVP below for workshop resources!