| University of Missouri-Columbia | |
 |
||||||||
|
IPFD Division Offices
Asian Affairs Center Cambio Center European Union Center International Center Resources Economic Development Internationalization at MU UM System International Student Organizations |
March 2005Forum addresses global issues
Hosting an open forum designed to initiate open discussion on global issues, Chancellor Brady Deaton invited MU professors Conference draws teachers from across the country
Bringing together faculty and staff dedicated to the dual mission of enhancing teaching methods and engaging students was the goal of the Teaching Renewal Conference. The Program for Excellence in Teaching (P.E.T.) Office hosted its 15th annual conference this February 24-26 at Memorial Union. Exiled author, visiting professor calls MU home
See related link Indonesian magazine receives Missouri Medal of Honor Honoring distinguised media organizations and individuals with the 2004 Missouri Medal of Honor, the School of Journalism makes special note of Tempo Weekly News Magazine, an Indonesian publication that has weathered intense political pressure for its strides to uphold journalistic integrity. See related link AIEA 2005 Josephson Award Winner Congratulations Jill Hermsen-AIEA 2005 Josephson Award Winner Attendance high at international student reception International Fashion Show draws large audience Captivating an audience of more than 1,200, the International Fashion Show brought a mixture of fashion, dance, and martial arts to Jesse Auditorium. Organized by the International Programming Committee, the event featured performances by seven international student organizations. J-School students take European media tour Volunteer program builds cultural exchange Facilitating an informal forum for International students to build English skills and for MU faculty, staff, and students to build lifelong friendships, the Women's Center offers a unique opportunity to build international connections with its Language Partners Program. See related link Newsletter Archive Past Issues Division Office Newsletters
TT |
Message from the Vice Provost Welcome to the e-newsletter of International Programs and Faculty Development (IPFD), at the University of Missouri-Columbia. I hope that your review of our exciting initiatives will leave you stimulated and hopeful about a significantly new global approach to education, service, and collaboration. Read More Announcements The International Center is launching a new leadership program for international and domestic students. Applications will be accepted through Friday, April 1. For more information, go to: Cambio de Colores 2005 Conference Workshop on International Scholar Employment at MU International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) will be conducting a Workshop on International Scholar Employment at MU on Wed., March 30 at Monsanto Auditorium in the new Life Sciences Center from 9:00-12:00. For more information, please contact Billie Freelon at Freelonb@missouri.edu. The Teaching Professor Conference A networking and learning opportunity for teaching professors, faculty development staff, and administrators. May 20-22, 2005. Hyatt Regency Woodfield, Schaumburg, IL. For more information go to: European Union Policy Fellows Program Call for Proposals The European Union seeks to identify five mid-career participants for the Fellows Program. Fellows will receive instruction on the European Union and will travel to Brussels, Belgium, where a program highlighting key issues in rural and regional development and agriculture will be held. Applications should be submitted no later than Tuesday, March 15, 2005. Editor's Note While attending MU's Annual Teaching Renewal Conference this month, I was reminded of the fact that there is an undeniable, yet often overlooked difference between leaders and mentors. While both serve a profound and meaningful purpose, it is evident that the number of leaders we will encounter during our lifetime will be far more numerous than the number of mentors that each of us will be fortunate enough to know. While a leader hopes to speak for us, a mentor hopes to speak with us, and while a leader may hold our attention with extraordinary plans and visions of the future, it is the mentor who will captivate our hearts with extraordinary actions and guidance for the present. In America, we are in no short supply of leaders, but mentors are sometimes a bit more difficult to come by. As I watched so many sincere and dedicated teachers participate in the conference with the intention of further honing their skills of engaging their students, I was reminded of the Chinese proverb that says, "Tell me and I'll forget; show me and I may remember; involve me and I will understand." It is perhaps a delicate balance between being a daunting challenge and an unparalleled opportunity that a teacher holds the rare, dual ability to be both a leader and a mentor at the same time. I hope you will agree that at the University of Missouri-Columbia and certainly at IPFD the astounding talents of teachers are always held in high regard. As always, Dear Reader, your comments and contributions are always well received. Sincerely, Events Disability Services Recreation |
||||||
