July 2024 Volume 2, Issue 21 | |
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Auburn Outreach Celebrates
Sheree Wilson's 35 Years of Service
A mainstay of University Outreach, Sheree Wilson has made a lasting contribution to the administration of community outreach at Auburn, serving more than 35 eventful years. From her start in the College of Education’s Curriculum and Teaching department as an assistant in the In-Service Center, to her current role in the Government and Economic Development Institute (GEDI), Wilson has served Auburn University since 1989. In her current position as GEDI office manager, Wilson assists the to the GEDI leadership team and oversees the daily office operations of the institute including payroll, timekeeping, human resources, purchasing and more.
“We celebrate Sheree and her commitment to GEDI and Auburn University. Her years of service highlight her dedication to her job and all it entails. She is a vital member of our team at GEDI, and we thank her for continued contributions to our office,” said GEDI Director, Jeremy Arthur.
However, Wilson’s service to the university goes well beyond her job. Wilson has represented her fellow Auburn employees on multiple staff committees, including the AU Concessions Board and the Staff Council and Parking Appeals Board. Sheree Wilson counts courtesy and mutual respect as keys to success in the workplace. “Everyone in every position is important, and respect has an influence in getting things done just a little faster as part of the Auburn Family,” Wilson said.
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LaFayette High School partners with Chambers County Health and Wellness Center and local organizations for student sports physicals
LaFayette High School recently teamed up with Dr. Bob McAlindon, Chief Jim Doody, Auburn University, OnMed®, and the LaFayette Community Health and Wellness Center to provide sports physicals for students in preparation for the upcoming school year. This collaborative effort ensured that our student-athletes are ready for a successful season.
Special thanks go to Deanna Hand from LaFayette Main Street, Addie's Crazy Cones for the delicious snow cones, and OnMed® for providing food. Your support and contributions made this event a great success!
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UWA Partners with Auburn University to Bridge Healthcare Gap in Rural Alabama
The University of West Alabama has formed a dynamic partnership with Auburn University’s Rural Health Initiative, aimed at fostering a healthier Alabama. This collaboration is pivotal in addressing the healthcare challenges prevalent in Alabama's Black Belt region. UWA’s innovative approach involves providing the equipment to tackle the technology gaps in rural areas, with a focus on establishing robust internet connectivity in Alabama’s most remote communities to accommodate the cutting-edge OnMed® station.
The University of West Alabama secured a substantial $1,649,440 grant from the US Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration. This funding will support the Connecting Minority Communities Grant Pilot Program, further empowering UWA’s efforts in bridging the internet divide. Additionally, through a strategic planning grant from a prominent Alabama foundation, UWA is embarking on a comprehensive two-year outreach campaign. This initiative aims to identify and address the pressing public health concerns affecting the Black Belt Region.
In a recent development, representatives from UWA and OnMed® Technology converged in Chambers County to tackle an emerging internet challenge hindering communities committed to hosting an OnMed® station. Through collaborative problem-solving and leveraging innovative solutions like the Starlink internet service, significant strides were made toward overcoming this obstacle. With this collaboration, the Rural Health Initiative is one step closer to ensuring a seamless implementation of vital healthcare infrastructure in rural Alabama.
"We are incredibly grateful to our new friends at UWA for assisting us in navigating the complexities of the internet access landscape across Rural Alabama," said Hollie C. Cost, assistant vice president for university outreach and public service at Auburn University. "Thanks to their efforts, it is likely we will be able to support and install telehealth units to previously unreachable locations around the state."
Click here for more information on Auburn University's Rural Health Initiative.
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Auburn Across Alabama - Black Belt
Seating is limited - the deadline to register is Tuesday, July 30, 2024. For more information, email Dr. Jocelyn Vickers at jvickers@auburn.edu or visit www.auburnacrossalabama.org .
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SAVE THE DATE!
Outreach & Engaged Scholarship Symposium
Empowering Partnerships to Advance Beyond Boundaries
September 3-4, 2024
at the Auburn University Hotel and Dixon Conference Center
The 2024 Symposium will:
- Emphasize the importance of mutually beneficial relationships and showcase successful partnerships that empower both academia and the community, fostering successful solutions and growth.
- Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration and boundary spanning initiatives and explore how engaged scholarship transcends traditional academic silos, connecting diverse fields and perspectives.
- Encourage sharing of best practices throughout the lifespan (from inception to completion) of outreach and engagement partnerships.
- Encourage student STEM/STEAM communication, engagement and outreach.
Save the date of September 3-4, 2024. Visit auburn.edu/outreach/facultyengagement/symposium.htm
to REGISTER NOW and learn more about our symposium schedule and events.
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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS!
Award for Excellence in Faculty Outreach
Committee Chair - Chippewa Thomas - thoma07@auburn.edu
The Auburn University Award for Excellence in Faculty Outreach honors the engagement of exemplary faculty members and demonstrates the tremendous impact Auburn’s outreach has on our community, state, nation, and beyond. This award, and a $5,000 honorarium, will be presented annually to one Auburn faculty member for distinguished outreach contributions which exemplify the qualities and purposes of reciprocal and beneficial community engagement, and which exceed expectations for the person’s career stage and job responsibilities. Nominations will be reviewed by a peer committee.
Criteria
Nominees should have distinguished careers in which outreach and community engagement play an integral part. All full-time Auburn faculty including those with extension appointments are eligible. Activities to be considered for this award should exemplify engagement characterized by collaboration, reciprocity and mutuality, in fulfillment of the University Faculty Handbook (Chapter 3) definition of outreach as “the function of applying academic expertise to the direct benefit of external audiences in support of university and unit missions.” Specific criteria address the characteristics of the engagement within a community, needs addressed, mission compatibility, scholarship generated, and impact documented.
Submission Nominations JUNE 7 – SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
In recognition of life-changing research, outreach, instruction and creative scholarship, Auburn University’s Office of the Provost will present several faculty members with the university’s highest honors at the 2024 Faculty Awards ceremony.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR:
JULY 8 - 12, 2024
Intensive Economic Development Training Course - Week One
Mon-Thur, 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.; Fri, 8:00 A.M. - Noon
The Hotel at Auburn University
JULY 22 - AUGUST 1, 2024
Success Through Entrepreneurship Program (STEP) II
Cotonou, Benin
JULY 23, 2024
EagleCast: When is Simulation a Digital Twin?
8:30 A.M. - 9:30 A.M.
Zoom
Follow some of our programming on social media:
GEAR UP Achieve
GEAR UP Achieve - Facebook
Circle K International at Auburn
(student led community-service organization)
Circle K International at Auburn University - Facebook
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Alabama OLLI Day 2024 Signature Event
August 7, 2024 | 4:00 - 7:30 PM
Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center at Auburn University
910 S College St, Auburn, AL
Award-winning author and New York Times contributor Margaret Renkl reads from her book “The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year” accompanied by projected illustrations. Joining her to discuss their collaboration on the book is her brother, artist Billy Renkl.
Hosted by OLLI at Auburn in 2024.
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"As a land-grant institution, Auburn University is dedicated
to improving the lives of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research and scholarship, and selfless service."
― Auburn University Mission
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