SPS CONNECT: Follow Us on Social Media We want to connect with you. Find out how on Page 3.
RECAP: UIW Homecoming & Military Appreciation Game A big win for our Cardinals and our military members! Find out more on Page 2.
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead
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Let's talk about community service
The Bulletin Board Be in the know about the happenings in the School of Professional Studies and other campus-wide events on Page 4.
November 2018
Issue 4
Vince Porter, Dean School of Professional Studies
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Corpus Christi Students Receive Local Scholarship Meet the four recipients of the Sembradores de Amistad of Corpus Christi scholarship. Find out more on Page 2.
The primary motivation with community service is to improve the quality of life for others and always respect their human dignity. Service activities done in connection with being a student at UIW include the following elements: Helping meet community needs Done out of concern for the well-being of the community Learning about civic responsibility Need Help Finding A Community Service Opportunity? Ettling Center for Civic Leadership & Sustainability Administration Building 158 210.283.6423 www.uiw.edu/eccl
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I hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving. Tuesday, November 27 was Giving Tuesday. They describe themselves on their website as “a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration.†They raised over $300 Million in over 150 countries. The power social media commands is surely impressive. The Mission of UIW is one of social justice, caring and giving back. Community service hours are a graduation requirement for all undergraduate students. These hours help fulfill the UIW Mission, but they also help the student in ways that may not be realized. The classroom cannot give one all the educational experiences needed to be a well-rounded person. The Mission is to develop the whole-person and to that end the requirement is to get people involved in their community and grow through those experiences. As an active member of your community you are helping to form a better place for your children. Benefits of community service and giving back will be felt in your career as well. When you meet new people you are building a network that will last a lifetime. A network of like-minded people who help support our ups and downs as we live our daily lives. I invite you go to our Facebook page and tell us how serving your community has benefited you.
School of Professional Studies Office of Student Success
This publication is available in an alternate format by request. To request an alternate format, please contact the UIW SPS Office of Student Success at 210.805.3013
A word from our Dean
Meet the Mission is organized and sponsored by the Office of Mission and Ministry, under the leadership of Sr.Walter Maher, and is held every September. On Meet the Mission Day, UIW students and staff engage the greater San Antonio community with service. Since the first MtM Day, the event has grown to see over 200 members of the UIW community deploy to over 25 Community Partner sites to perform service projects on a single day. This year, the 13th annual Meet the Mission Day will take place on Friday, September 14th, 2018, and we will start and end the day at the McDermott Convocation Center in two waves beginning at 7:30 am. This is a great opportunity to connect with other members of the UIW family and community. For more information about this event or to sign-up as a participant, please visit www.uiw.edu/meetthemission. The SPS Office of Student Success is here to provide you with supportive services and resources in an effort to ensure your success in academics and career pathways. Our Services New Undergraduate Student Orientation & Title IX Academic & Life Skills Coaching Career Planning & Development Student Connect Activities Contact Us Come by our office located at the Northwest Center or make an appointment via email at eapsuccess@uiwtx.edu. NEW TO THE SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES! SHRM CERTIFICATION PREP Establish yourself as a globally-recognized HR expert by earning your SHRM certification! BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN LEADERSHIP STUDIES Learn to lead positive change you understand, analyze and model skills needed in a broad range of organizations such as business management, government and non-profit BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION Learn how to manage both public and nonprofit agencies, set budgets, control finances, and create and comply with government policies. For more information, please visit sps.uiw.edu.
CONGRATS FALL II 2018 REGISTRATION SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!
Introducing Advising Saturdays! Come meet with an academic advisor to go over your Degree Works profile, register for classes, discuss graduation and any other academic advising inquiries. Open to Undergraduate and Graduate Students Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Walk-Ins and Appointments (210-614-6278) Northwest Center at Datapoint
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Meet Natalie... Natalie Ayala has worked for UIW for 2 years in the Center for Veterans Affairs. She is an Air Force Veteran. "She assists our student veterans and their dependents with their VA Educational Benefits. She is well known to many students for her friendly demeanor and warm smile." - Adrianna Leal, Director of Center for Veterans Affairs
SPS
Corpus Christi Students Receive Local Scholarship
The amount of each scholarship will total up to $1,000 towards tuition for one class in the Fall II 2018 term. DON’T FORGET TO REGISTER EARLY! Spring 2019 registration is currently OPEN. Note: This scholarship is not a cash award. Scholarship will be applied to the cost of the class after the 100% drop period. UIW employees and main campus students taking EAP courses are not eligible.
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Have you seen our newly designed School of Professional Studies website? If not, what are you waiting for? Prospective and current students can find information on Admissions, Academics and Student Resources. We hope you enjoy the fresh and updated look, as well as the user-friendly menus. sps.uiw.edu
Congratulations to the recipients of the Sembradores de Amistad of Corpus Christi Direct Scholarship for 2018 - Delores Soliz, JoAnna Serna, Guadalupe Santos, and Sarah Smith. They will all be recognized at this year's Sembradores De Amistad Gala. Each year students who attend the UIW Corpus Christi Center are eligible to apply and be selected to receive this scholarship.
The New SPS Website
NEW! ADVISING SATURDAYS
uiw homecoming & military appreciation 2018! honoring our brave men and women
The 2018 UIW Homecoming & Military Appreciation Game was a major success as the Cardinals defeated the Sam Houston Bearkats, 43-26, in front of a season-record crowd. In addition to a great win, members of our UIW Community who also served or currently serve our nation were honored in a special appreciation ceremony. We love and support our military!
Frost Bank also becomes the title sponsor to all UIW military appreciation games. The football game against Sam Houston on Nov. 3 will be known as the Frost Bank Military Appreciation Football Game. This game will also be UIW's homecoming game. Click here for the full article.
NEWS
Frost Bank and UIW Athletics have partnered together to create the UIW Athletics Salute to Service Program. This partnership provides free entry to all UIW sporting events for all military members, both retired and active. Each military member can claim up to four tickets per event by contacting Adam McKenzie at amckenzi@uiwtx.edu.
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sps CONNECT: Follow us on social media @UIWSPS
Brooke Hernandez & Dr. Alan Xenakis
Melissa Penna & Dr. Philip Cortez
Stay Connected to the School of Professional Studies Through Social Media SPS seeks to be wherever our current and prospective students are, and that includes social media. There you will find information on upcoming events, information sessions, contests, important registration reminders, student success tips, and all things in between. Be sure to like our pages so that you do not miss our posts. Also, be sure to share our pages with your friends and family. On Saturday, October 27, we launched the Selfie with SPS Faculty Facebook Contest. We had some great photo submissions. A special thanks to all who participated!
Cynthia Garcia & Dr. David Jurenovich
Do not forget to check your Cardinal Mail! To all students, it is important that you regularly check your UIW-issued student email account. You do not want to miss out on important announcements, reminders, and communications from our UIW faculty and staff.
THE BULLETIN BOARD
REMINDER: Are you set to graduate in May 2019? There are two important things you need to do: (1) Make sure that you have earned the minimum required service hours for graduation, and (2) submit your application for graduation EARLY! For more details click here.
IMPORTANT TERM DATES
UPCOMING UIW EVENTS
HELPFUL CONTACTS
Help Desk: (210) 829-2721 or helpdesk@uiwtx.edu
Financial Aid: (210) 829-6008 or finaid@uiwtx.edu
Veterans Affairs: (210) 832-5651 or veterans@uiwtx.edu
Business Office: (210) 829-6043 or eapbo@uiwtx.edu
Ettling Center: (210) 283-6423 or ccl@uiwtx.edu
Registrar's Office: (210) 829-6006
Bookstore: (210) 829-6056 or uiw@bkstr.com
Alumni Office: (210) 829-6014 or (800) 584-5322
It PAYS to register early! When registration opens, do not delay. Early registrants get entered into the EAP Registration Scholarship drawing. The lucky winners will receive $1,000 to use towards tuition.
Need Help With Math? Get FREE math tutoring from Dr. Ruth Dalrymple on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Room 111 at the NW Center at Datapoint. Tutoring available on a walk-in basis.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
FRI., DEC. 14 Fall Baccalaureate Mass Alice P. McDermott Convocation Center 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. To RSVP: https://orgsync.com/161275/forms/345675
THURS., DEC. 6 SPS Holiday Networking Mixer Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Alumni welcome! RSVP at sps.uiw.edu. Also supporting the THRU Project of San Antonio
SAT., DEC. 15 UIW Commencement Ceremony Jo and Harry Freeman Coliseum 3201 E. Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78219 2 p.m.
FALL II 2018 DEC. 7: LAST DAY OF FALL II TERM Spring I 2019 JAN. 5: FIRST DAY OF CLASS (SATURDAY) JAN. 7: FIRST DAY OF CLASS (WEEKDAY & ONLINE) JAN. 11: LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR SPRING OR DROP CLASSES AT 100% REFUND Holiday Schedule SPS OFFICES CLOSED CHRISTMAS BREAK: DEC. 24 - DEC. 31 NEW YEAR'S EVE: JAN. 1 - 2
Beginning Spring I 2019! Free English Tutoring with Dr. Kate Sandler on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the NW Center at Datapoint. Tutoring available on a walk-in basis.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY STUDENTS: All book orders must be submitted by Friday, December 14, 2018 at 5 PM for Spring I 2019 if you are ordering a hardbound book to be shipped to a FPO, DPO, OR APO address.
