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Monday, September 27, 1999

A Newsletter for the GR AND VALLEY STATE UN I VERS ITY

Community

Volume 24, Number 9

GVSU Welcomes First Fulbright Scholar Kwadwo Opoku-Agyemang, a

professor from the University of Cape Coast in Ghana, is teaching at Grand

Valley this year as GVSU's first Fulbright scholar.

Opoku­Agyemang has taught African , Caribbean , African­American and British literature

at the Unive rsity of Cape Coast since 1986. This fa ll he is co-teaching two

Across Campus Prof Elected to Society for Values in Higher Ed

Judy Whipps, assistant professor of Philosophy, was one of nine fellows elected to the Society for Values in Higher Education (SVHE), a Portland, Oregon-based society with a member­ship of 1,400 fe llows.

As a member of SVHE, Whipps will be involved in national and regional projects consistent with the organiza­tion 's mission: to promote classroom teaching that illuminates for students the moral issues inherent in serious inquiry, to reinforce engaged teaching and learning, and to foster community

environments conducive to intellectual fellowship.

SVHE was founded in 1923 by Yale profes-

courses in Grand Valley's African/ African-American Studies Program.

A native of Ghana , Opoku-Agye­mang is fam iliar with North America . He ea rned his master's and doctoral degrees from York University in Toron­to . He was awarded a previous Ful­bright grant 10 years ago and spent one academic yea r at Clark University in Atlanta . Last year he gave a series of lectures at Wake Forest University. Back in the United States aga in for an extended period, he is impressed with the advances in teaching technology in this countty .

"I marvel at the changes in technolo­gy I see in the classroom," he says, po inting out that there is a computer in each department at Unive rsity of Cape

sor Charles Foster Kent. The society initiated the General Education Models project studies in the 1970s and '80s. Its chief emphasis in the 1990s has been

promot­ing interdisci­plinary studies that promote a values focus for all academic disci­plines .

Coast, but not one for every person. "Technology takes away the problem of having to improvise in class . I can use videos, slides, and computers. Speaking with students over e-mail makes it very good."

He says he also appreciates the personal touch evident at Grand Valley.

In addition to teaching courses, Opoku-Agyemang will give severa l lectures, at Hope College, Davenport College, and Calvin College. Two lectures at Ca lvin are open to the public . They are scheduled for Thurs­day, September 30 - "The Akan Folktale as a Pedagogical Tool, and Thursday, October 28 - "Memory and Vision: Thoughts on History and Literature ." Both lectures will be at 3:30 p .m. in the Meeter Cente r Lecture Hall.

Campus Health Center Expands Hours, Services

The GVSU Campus Health Center, a part of the Kirkhof School of Nursing, has expanded its staff and hours to better serve the campus community.

Located in the lower level of the Fieldhouse , room D00l in the Recre­ation Center, the center provides annual physicals, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases, laboratory analyses, medication prescriptions , and referrals for hospitalization, diagnostic tests, physical therapy and occupational therapy.

Two family nurse practitione rs, Monica Lyons and Diana Schram, provide comprehensive health care services to faculty and staff members,

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Faculty and staff members can find an online "Sketches" submission form on the Web Site.

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the ir families, and the community . "I've been so pleased with the care I've received from the center," says Janet Felker, tele­phone business manager and a patient of the Campus Health Center. "It's so nice having them there. For one thing, I don't have to miss much time from work. When I broke my finger, I dropped in to see Monica

Nurse practitioner Monica Lyons and Campus Health Center Director j ean Nagelkerk in )i'ont of the center, located adjacent to the basketball courts in the Recreation Center.

and she set me up with a referral to an orthoped ic specialist right away. She even made sure to find a PPOM doctor so I didn't have to worry about money."

Since the center opened in June, the staff - two family nurse practitioners, a graduate famil y nurse practitioner student, and two

Lakers Take the Field In Style for First Night Game

Because the September 18 Laker game under the lights was so well received by fans , Grand Valley plans to include more night games in its football schedule in upcoming seasons.

"What a great atmosphere playing at night added to our campus ," said Rob Odejewski, Athletics marketing and promotion director.

A crowd of nearly 8,000 Laker fans filled the seats at Lu bbers Stadium when the GVSU foot­ball team played the University of Indianapolis Greyhounds. The Lakers lost 30-14.

Portable lights were set up for Grand Valley's first-ever night home game . A fireworks display outside the stadium capped off the evening.

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undergrad uate nursing students - have performed more than 100 sports physicals for a loca l school as part of the Kirkhof School of Nursing's focus o n community. "We' re very excited to be de livering holistic health care in the community," says Campus Health Center Director Jean Nagelkerk.

The Campus Health Center, which is patt of the PPOM network, is open Monday, Wednes­day, and Friday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a. m.-7 p. m. Call x3635 for more informatio n, or to schedule an appointment fo r ca re . Walk-ins are also welcome.

GVSU Offers Flu Shots At Campus Health Center,

Eberhard Center Flu vaccinations fo r GVSU fac ulty

and staff members, the ir dependents, and for retirees will be ad ministered by Campus Health Center staff on:

• October 13, from 9 a .m.-1 p.m. at the Campus Health Cente r.

• October 14, from 3-7 p.m. at the Campus Health Center.

• October 15, from 10 a .m.-2 p.m. at the Eberhard Center.

Cost of the shots w ill be covered by GVSU. Call the Human Resources Offi ce at x2215 to register.

Across Campus Forgery Affects GVSU Financial Aid Checks

The GVSU Business Office has been advised that fraudulent bank checks, forged to look like the university's student financia l a id checks, are be ing ci rculated in the Grand Rap ids area. GVSU has been in contact with lega l authorities and is assisting in the investigation.

However, as a result of the forgeries, some merchants, including Meijer, Inc., will no longer cash GVSU student financial aid checks.

GVSU-issued financial aid checks remain va lid and may be cashed at Huntington Bank or, if less than $500, at the Student Assistance Center.

Program Director Sought For China Program

The Office of International Affairs is seeking a faculty program director for GVSU's six-week undergraduate study abroad program in Shanghai, China , next summer. "This is an exciting

Coming Events Seminar to Address Changing Business Culture

The Seidman School of Business and Grand Rap ids Spring and Stamping are co-sponsoring a seminar about the changing business culture. The seminar will be held on Tuesday, September 28, from 8 a. m.-12 noon in the Eberhard Center.

The seminar, called "Changing Culture .... It's o t Magic," stems from a book by the same name co-authored by Accounting Professor Don Klein and James Zawacki, owner of Grand Rapids Spring and Stamping. Their book describes how a small company fa ced a problem similar to what IBM faced when their main product, mainframe computers, was made obsolete by personal computers.

At the seminar, Kle in will discuss the soft side of changing culture while Zawacki will share techniques he used to turn his company around.

opportunity to work with the East China University of Science and Technology (ECUST) in Shanghai and to accompany students there," says Marche Haddad, d irector of global programs.

Candidates applying for the position must be willing to make a two-year commitment. Tenured or ten ure-track facul ty with Chinese language skills and substantial experience living and working in China are preferred. Primary responsibilities include recruiting students , conducting a pre-departure preparation, accompanying students to China, teaching one course, and overseeing one course taught at ECUST.

A CV and cover letter should be sent to the Office of International Affa irs by October 1. For a detailed job descrip­tio n interested applicants may contact Haddad at x3898.

Exchange Opportunity Available for Faculty and A/P Staff in England

The GVSU/ Kingston University Exchange Program is offe ring a short-

The fee for the seminar is $55 . Call x6664 to register.

First Fall Arts at Noon Concert Features Jazz Duo

Guitarist Gene Be1toncini and bassist Thomas Knific open the 1999-2000 Arts at Noon Series with a jazz concert on Wednesday, September 29, at 12 noon in the Cook-DeWitt Center.

Bertoncini, known for his eloquence and versatility on the guitar, has worked with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, the Benny Goodman Sextet, Tony Bennet, Lena Horne, Vic Damone and Buddy Rich. He has collaborated with Knific for more than 10 years.

Women's Commission Holds Annual Fall Welcome

All facul ty and staff members and students are invited to attend the Grand Valley Women's Commission Annual

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term exchange opportunity ava ilable to Grand Valley faculty members and administrative/ professional staff mem­bers. The exchange provides an oppor­tunity to travel to Kingston University and work with the Kingston fac ul ty and staff on a project or research that will benefit both campuses.

The exchange generally occurs in May and is two weeks in duration . Travel, accommodations, and a per diem living stipend will be pa id by the Office of International Affa irs. This opportunity is open to all tenure-track or tenured facul ty and all A/P staff w ith permanent appo intments at GVSU.

The application process requires a proposal to describe the intended project and the benefits for both schools. Those interested are encouraged to work with Marche Haddad , director of global programs, to develop a proposal in conjunction with Kingston University. For more information , help in develop­ing a proposal, and an application , contact Haddad at x3898 or by e-mail. Proposals are due on October 15.

Fall Welcome in the Grand River Room of the Kirkhof Center on Wednesday, September 29, from 4:30-6 p .m. Refresh­ments will be served.

At 5: 15 p.m. , remarks will be offered , including a brief background on the Women's Commission and national recognition of the campus climate study. Elected representatives will be introduced, and updates will be offered rega rding sala1y , salary consultant, equi ty assistant, women's center, and benefits study.

GVSU to Honor Beverly Henry at Convocation

The Kirkhof School of Nursing will honor of Dr. Beverly Henry at a specia l convocation on Thursday, September 30. Faculty and staff members are invited to attend the convocation, which is

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planned for 4 p.m . in the Cook-DeWitt Center.

Henry has provided outstanding leadership in nursing through her international work and scholarship in nursing administration . As the editor of the Journal of Nursing Scholarship, she has provided direction and innova tions

through her vision for nurses who are prepared at the doctora l level to be expe rts in clinical practice.

She earned a doctora l

degree in hea lth se1vices and public affairs from the Unive rsity of Southern California . She pursued master's degrees in nursing from the University of California at Los Angeles, public administration from the Uni versity of Southern California, and education fro m the University of Alabama in Birming­ham. She received a bachelo r's degree in nursing from Loma Linda University, and a diploma from the New England Memorial Hospital in Massachusetts.

For more than 20 years, Henry has provided national and inte rnational consultation in curriculum and nursing administration.

Open Meeting to Discuss Elementary Teacher Certification

All GVSU facul ty members are invited to an open meeting to discuss the proposed interdisciplinary major for elementa1y teacher ce1tification. The meeting will be held on Friday, October 8, from 1-3 p.m. in Cab ins A,B,C of the Kirkhof Center.

The Elementa ry Teache r Preparation Study Group, formed in May of 1999,

consists of Deans Douglas Kindschi , Ga1y Stark, Jonathon White , and Robert Hagerty, and fa culty members Jann Joseph, Connie Jones, Ram Chattulani , Forrest Armstrong, and Catherine Fre richs. Judy Harpold chairs the committee.

The group met monthly during the summer and has worked with curricu­lum experts from the ISDs and loca l school districts, who shared thoughts on elementary teacher preparation . "These discussions led to the information that, though our elementary certification program is seen as strong, it should be strengthened," sa id Harpold, "particular­ly in the areas of Science, Math , Economics , and Writing Across the Curriculum, and that the ideal teacher must be able to integrate all of the areas of the elementa1y curriculum. "

British Evolutionist To Speak At GVSU

A scientist who received much attention in the British press for debat­ing the Archbishop of York on the relevance of religion in a scientific age will present his views at Grand Valley on Monday, October 11.

Richard Dawkins, a British evolution­ary bio logist and author of numerous best-selling books on topics related to

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Darwinism, will speak at 7 p .m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre. The speech is free and o pen to the public.

Spo nsored by the Science and Mathematics Division , Dawkins's visit was re-scheduled afte r cancelling a lecture in March due to a personal emergency.

Dawkins has ga ined prominence fo r writing and speaking abo ut science in a way that connects with the general public . He is a professor of the Public Understanding of Science at Oxford University, where he has taught since 1995. In his numerous books and lectures , his recurring theme is that the ultimate function of human life is simply to pass D A on to future generations. He invites his readers and audiences to explore the power, beauty and mystery behind a Darwinian understanding of life .

His sixth book, Unweaving the Rainbow: Science, Delusion and the Appetite for Wonde1; was published in 1998 by Houghton Miflin. Dawkins's speech at GVSU bears the same title .

Benefits Bulletin Benefits Office to Host TIAA-CREF Teleconference On Personal Finance

With the financial world changing fa ster than ever, many peop le are wondering about the state of the ir own savings and investments. On Friday, October 22 , fro m 1-2: 30 p.m., GVSU fa culty and staff members will have a chance to tune in , via sate llite, to a TIAA-CREF te leconference, titled "Financial Strategies for a New Century: Tips from America 's Experts. "

A pane l of investment and financial experts will offer financial tips and insights, which can be viewed at the Eberhard Center Te leconference Auditorium. The Benefits Office will distribute a flier w ith registration deta ils. Seating is limited.

Calendar of Events General Events Arts Hotline: (616) 895-ARTS

Gallery Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon. -Fri. , 10 a .m.-7 p.m. Thurs. All activities on the Allendale Campus unless otherwise noted. Parking is free and unreserved after 5:30 p.m.

Fri. ,Aug. 27-Fri. , Oct. 15 Gallery hours: Art exhibit, "The Fine Art of Contemporary

Children 's Book Illustration. " Calder Gallery, PAC. Call x3196 for more information.

Mon. , Sept. 27 10-11:30 a. m.: Grand Forum, "Surprise Speaker. " The

Meadows. 12:30-2 p .m.: Grand Forum, "The Grand Rapids Horse ." The

Meadows.

Tues. , Sept. 28 12-2 p.m.: Writing in the Disciplines Workshop, "Designing

Writing Assignments ." Conference Room, CDC. Call x3498 to register.

2:30-4:20 p.m.: SIS Training. 112 HRY. Reservations required by calling Marcia at x3327 .

Wed., Sept. 29 10-11 :30 a.m .: Grand Forum, "Hands on Engineering. "

Paragon Die & Engineering Company, Grand Rapids .

12 noon: The 1999-2000 Arts at Noon Series. Jazz duo Gene Bertoncini, guitar, and Thomas Knific, bass. CDC.

12 noon: Campus Wellness Stress Management Series, "Stress-Food Connection." Muskegon River Room , KC. E-mail Brenda Reeves to register.

12:30-2 p .m.: Grand Forum, "Hands-on Engineering." Engineering Labs , EC.

2 p .m.: Student Employee Training Session. Cabins ABC, KC.

3-4:50 p.m.: SIS Training. 112 HRY. Reservations required by calling Marcia at x3327.

3-5 p.m.: Writing in the Disciplines Workshop, "Designing Writing Assignments. " Conference Room, CDC. Call x3498 to register.

4:30-6 p.m.: Women's Commission Fall Kickoff Event. Grand River Room, KC.

Thurs., Sept. 30 10 a.m.: William Shakespeare's "Macbeth." Part of the

annual GVSU Shakespeare Festival. Tickets are $9 for general admission, $6 for seniors and special popula­tions, $5 for students, and $2 for groups . Call x2300 for reservations . LAT, PAC.

12-12:50 p.m.: Master Class Series. David Friesen, jazz double-bass, and Uwe Kropinski, guitar. 1515 PAC.

1-2:50 p.m.: SIS Training. 112 HRY. Reservations required by calling Marcia at x3327.

1 p.m.: Shakespeare Festival. Guest speaker Jean Howard, Columbia University. Reception to follow. PAC.

4 p .m.: Convocation honoring Dr. Beverly Henry, presented by Kirkhof School of Nursing. CDC. Reception to follow

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in the Pere Marquette Lounge, KC. RSVP by e-mailing the Dean of Students Office.

4:30 p.m. : Campus Wellness instructional clinics , "Golf. " The Meadows. Call x3659 to register.

8 p .m.: Guest-Artist Series . David Friesen, jazz double-bass, and Uwe Kropinski, guitar. Recital Hall, PAC.

Fri. , Oct. 1 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.: Direction Center conference, "Spectato r or

Participant: Nonprofit Participation in the Political Process. " Cost $40. Haworth Conference Center, Hope College. Call (616) 459-3773 to register.

10 a .m. & 7:30 p .m.: William Shakespeare's "Macbeth. " Opening night reception following. See above for costs and reservation information. LAT, PAC.

12-1 p .m.: Faculty Teaching & Learning Center, First Friday Forum. 111 HRY & 314 EC.

1 p.m.: Shakespeare Festival. Master Class in "Learning the Ropes in New York Theatre ," conducted by guest artist Hurvey Morris . Pre-registe r by calling x2300. PAC.

6:45 p .m.: Shakespeare Festival. Outdoor greenshow w ith Festival entertainers.

Sat., Oct. 2 10 a.m.: Shakespeare Festival. "Master Class on Stage

Acting," conducted by guest artist Michael Page . Pre-register by calling x2300. PAC.

1:15 p.m. & 6:45 p.m.: Shakespeare Festival. Outdoor greenshow with Festival entertainers.

2 & 7:30 p .m .: William Shakespeare's "Macbeth ." See above for costs and reservation information. LAT, PAC.

Sun. , Oct. 3 5 p .m.: Shakespeare Festival. The Boarshead Feast,

featuring period music by the Clifford Music Group and musical comedies performed by Deb & Ray Cox. PAC.

6:45 p.m.: Shakespeare Festival. Outdoor greenshow with Festival entertainers.

7:30 p .m.: William Shakespeare's "Macbeth. " See above for costs and reservation information . LAT, PAC.

Sports Sports Hotline: (616) 895-3800. Game times subject to

change .

Mon., Sept. 27 2 p.m.: Women 's Tennis. Hillsdale College at GVSU.

Thurs., Sept. 30 11 a .m.: Women's Tennis at Indiana-Purdue . Ft. Wayne, IN.

7 p.m.: Volleyball at Gannon University. Erie , PA.

Fri. , Oct. I-Sun., Oct. 3 TBA: Women's Tennis at ITA Regional Championships.

Fri., Oct. 1 TBA: Volleyball at Westminster College. New Wilmington, PA.

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2 p .m .: Cross Country at Notre Dame Invitational. South Bend , IN.

Sat., Oct. 2-Sun. , Oct. 3 All Day: Men's Golf at Saginaw Valley State Invitational.

Bay City, MI.

Sat., Oct. 2 TBA: Volleyball at Mercyhurst College. Erie, PA.

11 a .m. : Cross Country at Loyola Lakefront Invitational. Ch icago , IL.

1 p.m.: Women's Soccer. Gannon University at GVSU.

Sun., Oct. 3 1 p.m.: Women's Soccer. Mercyhurst College at GVSU.

Seidman Business Week Mon. , Sept. 27 11:20-11:50 a.m. : Tom Popma, Paulstra CRC Corporation. "T11e

Risks and Rewards of Working for an International Compa­ny." 102 LHH.

12-12:30 p .m. : Tom Popma, Paulstra CRC Co1poration. "The Risks and Rewards of Working for an International Compa­ny." 102 LHH.

1-1:50 p.m.: Chris Engle, Rightsource, Inc. "Human Resource Outsourcing." 121 LHH.

3-4:15 p.m.: Arthur G. Croci. Global Issues discussion. 205 LHH.

4:30-5:45 p.m.: Amy Sparks and Kirt Zink, Plante & Moran. "Transition: University Life to the Workplace." 316 EC.

6-8:50 p .m.: Atthur G. Croci. Global Issues Discussion. 142 LHH.

Tues. , Sept. 28 8 a .m.-12 p .m.: Donald Klein, Accounting Faculty and James

Zawacki, Grand Rapids Spring & Stamping. "Changing Culture .. . It's Not Magic The Rebi.Jth of a Small Manufactur-

i.J1g Company and the Tools You Need to Transform Your Company." Second floor, EC. Call x6664 for reservations.

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8:30-9:45 a.m.: Jennifer Chambers and Josh Zondervan, Deloitte & Touche. "Transition: University Life to the Workplace." 423 EC.

10-11:15 a.m.: John Jackoboice, of Monarch Hydraulics, and Tom Danckidge, of the Seidman Center for Entrepreneurship. "T11e Natural Hist01y of the Family Busi.J1ess: Changing Business Contingencies." 421 EC.

10-11:15 a.m.: Atthur G. Croci. Global Issues discussion. 102 LHH.

1:30-2:15 p.m.: Atthur G. Croci. Global Issues discussion. 418 EC.

2:30-3:45 p.m.: Atthur G. Croci. Global Issues discussion. 312 EC.

2:30-3:45 p.rn.: Kevin Spalding, Pam Hoffman, Matt Becker, and Scott Reoch, Atthur At1elersen. "Transition: University Life to the Workplace." 423 EC.

6-7 p .rn.: Jason Johnson and Matt Becker, Atthur Andersen. "Transition: University Life to the Workplace." 104 ASH.

6-8:50 p.rn.: Atthur G. Croci. "Global Issues discussion." 413 EC.

Wed. , Sept. 29 3-4: 15 p.m.: Karl Jessen, Farm Credit Se1v ices. "Managing Risk

in a Bank." 316 EC.

4:15-5:45 p.m.: "Key Ways for Making a Powe1ful Fit-st Impres­sion." The Meadows. Call x2158 for rese1vations.

6-7:30 p.m.: Etiquette Dinner: "Gaming T11at Competitive Edge Durmg Business Meals." The Meadows. Call x2158 for rese1vations.

6-8:50 p.m. : Jeffrey Meyer, of the Van Andel Global Trade Institute, and Brenda Robinson, dean of International Affa irs. "International Issues" forum. 202 EC.

Timrs. , Sept. 30 6-8:50 p .m.: Manha Johnson, Old Kent Bank. "International

Finance." TMP2 EC.

Fri. , Oct. 1 1:30 p.m.: 4th Atmual Delta Sig Golf Scramble. Call Jul ie

Bostwick, 454-0506 for rese1vations and additional informa­tion. T11e Meadows.

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