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Global Scholars 2010

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Colleagues:

After being suspended last year due to budgetary concerns, the Provost’s Global Scholars Program is once again taking nominations for summer, 2010. The program is following a different format this year, so if you are interested in applying please read the announcement below carefully. Questions can be directed to me or to Jim Scott in the International Center, scottj@missouri.edu. The program this year will be in Brussels, Belgium from 10-19 June, 2010 and will be led by Fritz Cropp from the School of Journalism and Director of the MU Transatlantic Center. The goal this year is to expand faculty involvement in international relationships and foster new partnerships and collaboration between MU and Brussels. One change this year is that applicants should submit a plan of work and should identify possible collaborators in Brussels. The trip is paid for by the provost in partnership with academic units sending representative, so yes, it is free for applicants.

Below is the application process for MU Libraries and the original announcement. Interested parties should have their application to Jim no later than 29 January 2010. Please contact me if you have any questions, and good luck!

Amanda K. Sprochi
(573) 882-0461
sprochia@health.missouri.edu

Global Scholars Program: Archivists/Librarian application information
In order to apply, please submit the following items:
1. A copy of your current resume.
2. A statement from your supervisor assuring support of your application.
3. A written statement (no longer than one page) addressing the following:
a) Your present role with students, faculty, and staff;
b) Your commitment to assist students, faculty, and staff expand their knowledge of international
information resources and promote international affairs to the wider university community;
c) Your willingness to participate in Global Scholars activities, such as a follow-up workshop;
d) Your willingness to participate in the international faculty mentoring corps in the next academic year;
e) Your interest and ability to assist faculty Global Scholars as they revise their courses with
international content; and
f) Your interest in international library materials and services.
4. A brief (1-2 pages) one year plan of work to pursue program objectives by June 19, 2010. Plans should identify potential collaborator(s) from one or more Belgian university. They should describe expected outcomes and proposed action steps to complete this work. Scholars should submit their plans to their Dean/Director and to the Director of the International Center, Global Scholars Program Manager.

Call for Deans’ Nominations – Global Scholars Program (GSP)
Summer 2010

Nomination Deadline: February 15, 2010

The MU Council on International Initiatives (CII) is pleased to announce the eleventh year of the Global Scholars Program (GSP). This nationally recognized program is designed to support MU faculty members who seek to internationalize their teaching and research. Since its inception, over 100 faculty members across Colleges and Schools have participated. As a result, dozens of courses have been modified – enhancing the learning experience of thousands of MU students each year. In 2002, the Global Scholars Program received the Andrew Heiskell Award for Best Practices and Innovation in International Education from the Institute of International Education.

In January 2009, Global Scholars was suspended, due to campus-wide travel restrictions. This year, the program will be restarted – focused on clear, measurable program objectives.

The program is now designed to: 1) expand faculty involvement in MU’s strategic international relationships; and 2) foster tangible new international collaborations for participants, including research grants or papers and/or teaching innovations.

Brussels: Opportunities for Research and Teaching in Europe’s Capitol
June 10-19, 2010

To these ends, CII has organized an excellent itinerary to the city and environs of Brussels. The program will be led by MU Associate Professor Fritz Cropp (Director of International Programs at the School of Journalism, and Director of the MU Transatlantic Center).

This seminar will introduce selected MU faculty members to key institutions in Europe’s Capitol, inform them on higher education systems in Belgium and Europe, and provide opportunities to interact with potential research or teaching collaborators at four outstanding universities in the region.

This location was selected for the following reasons:

• Brussels is the Capitol of the European Union. The European Union is the most ambitious regional governance project in modern times. It now includes 27 countries, with approximately 500 million residents. It is the world’s largest economic market. Brussels is Europe’s main government center, including the European Parliament and Commission, NATO Headquarters, UN agencies, a global diplomatic corps, and major facilities for most Fortune 100 Corporations.
• Transatlantic Economy. Despite our nation’s current fascination with China and India, the European Union remains, by far, our most important economic connection. $1 billion flows per day in EU-US trade and investment. Approximately 40% of the value of annual world trade occurs between US and EU.
• Missouri ties. Each year, more than 70% of Foreign Direct Investment in Missouri — $12.5 billion in 2008 – comes from the European Union. That investment supports about 61,000 jobs in Missouri. In the same year, Missouri exported $2.2 billion of goods and services to EU members – approximately 17% of our total export sales. These critical economic flows are regulated by political decisions taken in Brussels. With these economic ties at stake, MU faculty and students and Missouri leaders should know more about its institutions and culture.

• Strong MU student interest. Many MU students want to know more about Europe. Since 2001, participation in MU Study Abroad has nearly tripled. Last year, more than 900 MU students – 70 percent of our study abroad participants – studied in Europe. In 2008, the School of Journalism opened a new study abroad and internship program. Since then, over 100 Journalism students have enrolled, and rate the program highly.

• Institutional Relationships. University of Missouri is building strong collaborations with several Belgian institutions of higher education, including the Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Ghent University, the Université Libre de Bruxelles, and the University of Liege. Very few American universities have strong ties to such peer institutions. At the same time, new incentives and funding are available to collaborate in research and teaching[1].

• Common Partners. MU colleges have established deep, historic collaborations with institutions throughout the world, including China and Africa. Belgian universities have research competencies, institutional relationships and external funding streams that complement Missouri’s international programs. The Global Scholars seminar in Brussels is designed to foster new collaborations that strengthen and extend our strategic relationships beyond Europe.

Program Funding

Deans are encouraged to select faculty participants that are able and willing to contribute to Global Scholars Program objectives.

The Provost requests that funding not be awarded to persons who have received GSP funding in previous years.

Performance Criteria for Global Scholars Faculty:

1. Global scholars agree to participate in all scheduled program activities, including two brief pre-departure orientation sessions.
2. Scholars submit a brief (1-2 pages) one year plan of work to pursue program objectives by June 19, 2010. Plans should identify potential collaborator(s) from one or more Belgian university. They should describe expected outcomes and proposed action steps to complete this work. Scholars should submit their plans to their Dean/Director and to the Director of the International Center, Global Scholars Program Manager.
3. Scholars provide a brief report on action steps taken and revisions in expected outcomes from original plans of work. Progress reports are due by November 1, 2010.

For more information, please review the Global Scholars Program web page. We hope you can take advantage of this excellent opportunity.

Healthy for Life Update

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Season’s Greetings!
We at Healthy for Life committed to providing practical, affordable, and healthy wellness solutions for you and your coworkers. Check out other wellness programs, success stories, and events on the Healthy for Life website or subscribe to the wellness newsletter by e-mailing us, wellness@umsystem.edu.

Affordable Fitness Classes at Work!
Take advantage of these classes that fit your budget. Full payment is due at the beginning of the first class and space is limited. Please contact the instructor directly to register or for questions.

• Mat Class: Dec. 28 – Jan. 11 at Physics Library Room 132. Class meets on Mondays from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $6 for the 3 week session. Pre-registration is required and registration deadline is Jan. 1. To sign up click here.

• Yoga: Jan. 4- Feb. 15 at Missouri Psychiatric Center. Class meets on Mondays from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $14 for the 7 week session. Pre-registration is required and registration deadline is Jan 1. To sign up, email Kate Walker, Integrallife1976@yahoo.com.

• Back Health Mobility: Jan. 5 – Jan. 19 Ellis Library room 4F51-A. Wednesdays 1:10-1:50 p.m. and costs $6 for the 3 week session. Pre-registration is required, and registration deadline is Dec. 29. To sign up, click here.

• Mat Class: Jan. 6- Feb. 10 at Ellis Fischel. Class meets on Wednesdays from 5:15-5:55 p.m. and costs $12 for 6 week session. Pre-registration is required and registration deadline is Dec. 30. To sign up click here.

• Yoga: Jan. 8- Feb. 19 at Missouri Psychiatric Center. Class meets on Fridays from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $14 for the 7 week session. Pre-registration is required and registration deadline is Jan 1. To sign up, email Kate Walker, Integrallife1976@yahoo.com.

• Office Fitness for Men: Jan. 28 – Mar. 18 at Physics Library. Class meets on Thursdays from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $16 for the 8 week session. Pre-registration is required and registration deadline is Apr. 2. To sign up, email Nani Fudge, fudge@missouri.edu.

• Office Class: Jan. 29 – Mar. 19 Lewis Hall room 3. Class meets Fridays 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $16.00 for the 8 week session. Pre-registration is required, and registration deadline is Jan.22. To sign up click here.

• Office Stretching: Feb. 3- Mar. 10 at Dalton Research Library Rm 132. Class meets on Wednesdays from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $12 for the 6 week session. Pre-registration is required and registration deadline is Jan 29. To sign up, email Lisa Nagy, lisa_blue_nagy@yahoo.com.

Now Enrolling—Spring ACTHealthy classes!
Tired of setting health goals and not reaching them? ACTHealthy is a FREE 6-week class that teaches strategies and offers support to make healthy changes in your life in only 50-minutes, once a week, campus-wide Monday – Thursday at 12:05pm and Thursdays at 5:05pm. Orientation will be held the week of February 8. Space is limited; why not join now with a friend? Contact us at ACTHealthy@umsystem.edu.

ACTHealthy is a research study sponsored by Healthy for Life: the T.E. Atkins UM Wellness Program and the School of Health Professions. The purpose of the project is to see if this workplace self-management education program can help employees make healthy changes in their lives. If this sounds like something you are interested in doing, contact us at ACTHealthy@umsystem.edu.

Eat for Life- Now Enrolling!
Healthy for Life’s regular 10 week program on creating a healthy relationship with your food, body, and mind is now a course you can take online in your own home. Video and audio components teach you the foundational mindfulness practices (eating awareness and yoga) and the BASICS of Mindful Eating. If you have a history of chronic dieting, have rigid rules about eating, or find yourself eating when you’re stressed, bored, or unhappy, this may be the program for you. Cost is $60 for course materials. The course starts the week of January 18. Contact Angie Bodling, BodlingA@health.missouri.edu, to enroll. For more information, visit the Eat for Life link on our website or check out the Paul Pepper video promo.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction- Now Enrolling!
The Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program is an 8 week class that teaches skills for responding to stress with greater skill and creativity using formal mindfulness skills (meditation, yoga, body scan) and information about stress, communication, and wellness. Participants will be expected to engage in daily practice exercises outside of class. Orientation: January 20 at 5:30. Class: Wednesdays (Jan. 27 – March 17)(5:30–7:30pm) at the Memorial Union. Full day retreat on March 6 (9am-4pm). Cost: $40 ($20 refunded if you attend 7 of 8 classes). SPACE IS LIMITED. For more information or to register for the orientation meeting, contact Dr. Lynn Rossy at RossyL@umsystem.edu or visit the Stress Reduction link on our website.

Give the Gift of Health and Wellness
Looking for that perfect gift for someone who has everything? How about a massage from licensed Massage Therapist, Jeff Rioux. For employees, prices are $30 for 30 minutes, $45 for 60 minutes, and $65 for 90 minutes. Jeff works Mon/Tue 9:00am-7:00pm, Wed 1:00pm-7:00pm and Thur 11:00am-7:00pm. His office is located on the ground floor of the University Hospital in room GL-20. To schedule your appointment for a massage, call 884-1312. If you’d like a gift certificate, stop by Medtique Gift Shop in University Hospital or the Healthy for Life office at 205 Heinkel Building on campus.

Noon-time Stress Reduction Meditation
Research over the past two decades suggests that engaging in a regular mindfulness meditation practice can reduce stress and enhance overall psychological and physical wellbeing. Find out for yourself by taking advantage of the noon-time (12:15 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.) sitting meditation sessions across campus each week. Join Healthy for Life for one of the following times and locations:

• Mondays; Heinkel Building, Room 226
• Tuesdays; Quarterdeck Room 121 (Beginning Nov 17th)
• Wednesdays; University Hospital Medical School, Room HSL146
• Wednesdays; Beginning January 20 and going through May 12, we will be meeting in room 208 of the Law School Bldg (Hulston Hall).
• Wednesdays; AP Green Chapel

All faculty and staff are welcome to attend. No registration or previous experience with meditation is necessary. If you can’t make the noon-time group, consider taking a stress relief break by listening to one of the audio recordings over your computer in your office. For more information, please visit the Healthy for Life website.

Volunteers needed for Exercise Study
The Department of Nutrition and Exercise Physiology is seeking men and women with type 2 diabetes between 30 and 65 years of age to participate in a physical activity study in the Exercise Physiology Laboratory. Specifically, we are seeking non-smoking individuals who complete less than 60 minutes of planned exercise each week. The study involves completing a 5-10 day exercise program while changes in your blood glucose levels and cardiovascular health are measured. Participants will undergo body composition, fitness and general health assessments. Monetary compensation is available. If you are interested in participating, please contact the Study Coordinator at 882-6892 or umchesexphysstudy@missouri.edu.

Holiday Gift Idea
Seasonal and simple: A guide for enjoying fresh fruits and vegetables has more than 100 pages of recipes using simple preparations and seasonings, so you can taste the goodness of a fruit or vegetable at the peak of its flavor. The guide explains how to select, store, and prepare Missouri produce. This manual was developed for the University of Missouri Extension Healthy Lifestyle Initiative and can be purchased for $15. For more information or to order the book, please visit the Extension website or call 573-882-7216.

Bring in the New Year with Better Health!
The Mayor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Health is hosting Columbia’s second annual “Happy New U” fitness event. This free event will be held at Columbia’s Activity and Recreation Center (ARC) on Friday, January 1 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Columbia’s fitness experts will conduct mini-workouts and demonstrations to show the variety of exercise options that are available in our city. Our goal with this event is to help Columbians get a jump start on New Year’s resolutions, get moving and to stay moving longer by connecting them with local fitness options and professionals that will be the best match for them. A plethora of kid-friendly activities will also be available. Everyone should come dressed and ready to move! Lots of door prizes and giveaways!

Be a Conversation Partner

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The Asian Affairs center is looking for Columbia Community members to befriend Korean teachers participating in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).
Conversation partners will befriend TESOL students by meeting informally once a week. Conversation partners must be in Columbia for the Kick-Off Event on January 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Memorial Union, Room 203 (South).

If interested, contact:
Asian Affairs Center at MU
N49 Memorial Union
Phone: 573-673-5475
E-mail: shimh@missouri.edu

To hear more about a library employee’s personal experience being involved in the program, contact Cindy Cotner, 882-4693 CotnerC@missouri.edu