Distinguished Faculty Lecturer Named It's Jazz Time Again in Macomb

News for the Campus Community Feb. 20, 2009 • Vol. 24, No.11

WIU named to national Community Service Honor Roll Western Illinois University now has for its commitment to service-learning and further proof that WIU students, faculty civic engagement. and staff “walk the walk and talk the talk” Honorees for the award were chosen when it comes to the University’s core based on a series of selection factors value of social responsibility. including scope and innovation of Western was recently named to the service projects, percentage of student President’s Higher Education Community participation in service activities, Service Honor Roll for its exemplary incentives for service and the extent to service efforts. which the school offers academic service- The University was one of 83 U.S. learning courses. schools named an Honor Roll with In 2008 alone, Western’s Volunteer Distinction member. Services sponsored numerous activities The Corporation for National and including flood relief assistance in Cedar Community Service (CNCS) recognized Rapids, IA; participation in the Illinois Western on Feb. 9 at the American Council Campus Compact “Rally For Tomorrow” on Education conference in Washington, in Chicago; hosting Make A Difference D.C. According to the CNCS, the Day activities; playing Big Pink Volleyball, Community Service Honor Roll, which a breast cancer research fundraiser; and was established in 2006, is the highest hosting the annual Angel Tree program. WIU students on a service-learning trip federal recognition a school can achieve see “Honor Roll,” p.2 in Springfield. Distinguished faculty It’s jazz time again in Macomb Jazz returns to the region with some lecturer named up-tempo swing, bebop, Dixieland and James Caldwell, more interesting rhythms to warm up the professor of music cold February nights when the 36th annual composition and theory Western Illinois University Jazz Festival in Western Illinois hits town Friday-Saturday, Feb. 20-21. University’s School The festival will bring in junior and of Music, will present senior high student bands and ensembles the University’s 2009 from schools across Illinois for clinics, Distinguished Faculty master classes and open rehearsals with Lecture on “space” as it Western’s School of Music jazz faculty and relates to music. guest clinician and featured guest artist Caldwell will Bobby Shew (www.bobbyshew.com). deliver his lecture, “Musical Space and At 7:30 p.m. Friday, Western’s Jazz Musical Expression,” at 7 p.m. Monday, Band, under the direction of Assistant Hopper Jazztet March 23 in the College of Fine Arts and Professor of Jazz Piano Michael Stryker, Communication Recital Hall located in will kick off Western’s Jazz Studio Studio Orchestra and Shew will perform Simpkins Hall. He will address the WIU- Orchestra concert, featuring professional in concert in the University Union Grand Quad Cities campus at 3 p.m. Tuesday, trumpet player Shew, in the COFAC Ballroom. Western’s own Hopper Jazztet March 31 in Room 102. Recital Hall. Tickets are $12 for the public, ensemble in-residence will perform at “Images and metaphors of space and $8 for senior citizens age 62 and older and 6:15 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom. The time permeate the way musicians talk $6 for students. jazztet includes Cooper on trumpet, Kevin about, think about and listen to music,” Saturday’s schedule includes 9 a.m.- Nichols on drums, Marlene Rosenberg on Caldwell said. “In this lecture for the non- 5 p.m. competitions for junior high and bass and Stryker on piano. specialist audience, I will explore, with high school big band and combos by The awards presentations for the liberal use of recorded examples from a divisions based on school size, as well as junior high and high school competitions wide range of styles, space as a topic in clinics for participants from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. are scheduled to begin at 6:45 p.m. in the songs and instrumental music, the musical by Shew and School of Music jazz faculty. Union Grand Ballroom. depiction of space and the empirical spaces Activities will take place in the University General admission for Saturday’s in which music is performed and heard. Union Grand Ballroom and Heritage events is $5 for the public and $3 for Rooms and the COFAC Recital Hall. see “Caldwell,” p. 4 seniors and students. At 3 p.m. Saturday, Western’s Jazz Upcoming Black History Annual gem show to take place March 14-15 Month events Earth science objects, educational Wednesday, Feb. 25 programs, lapidary demonstrations and “The Black Woman’s Experience” panel activities for kids are all part of the 29th discussion annual Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show, 6-8 p.m., University Union Sandburg which is scheduled for Saturday-Sunday, Theatre March 14-15 in the WIU Union Grand Sponsored by the AAS department Ballroom. Presented by Geodeland Earth Science Saturday, Feb. 21 Clubs, Inc. (GESCI) of west-central Illinois, 23rd Annual Soul Food Festival* the show “Moon Rocks, Meteorites & Social 5:30 p.m., Dinner 6:30 p.m., Metals” will run from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. University Union Lamoine Room Saturday (March 14) and from 10 a.m.- Menu: Spicy beef meat patties, fruit 5 p.m. Sunday (March 15). Parking and slush punch, barbeque shrimp, oven admission are free. roasted chicken, collard greens with Displays will include gems, fossils, smoked turkey, macaroni and cheese, red minerals and artifacts that were found in beans and rice, tossed salad, corn muffins, places as close as a backyard in Macomb pecan pie, lemon pound cake, coffee and to anywhere in the world to outer space. Part of the meteorite exhibit that will be tea In keeping with the theme there will displayed at the Gem, Mineral and Fossil Sponsored by the GBCC be a special exhibit of moon rocks from Show March 14-15 at WIU-Macomb. * Tickets: $24/non-students; after Feb. the Illinois State Museum, as well as an 17: $21/students and $29 non-students. expanded display of meteorites, tektites Iowa Geological and Water Survey, from and shatter cones. Nine dealers in the Iowa Geological Society, will present Tuesday, Feb. 24 minerals, fossils, jewelry and equipment two programs over the weekend. At “African American Family Feud,” will be exhibiting. Demonstrators will be 1 p.m. Saturday (March 14), Anderson Part II (Prizes awarded at conclusion) presenting skills including shell engraving, will discuss “The Manson Impact: The 5 p.m., University Union Sandburg fossil preparation, egg and rock painting, Midwest’s Greatest Catastrophe,” an Lounge scrimshaw, geode cracking, glass bead asteroid some 71.4 million years ago about Sponsored by WIU College Chapter making, lampworking and faceting one-mile in diameter that struck what is NAACP gemstones. now the state of Iowa at 60,000 miles per Raymond Anderson, senior research hour. Exhibits geologist in the groundwater and For more information, see the Feb. 16 (through February 28) stratigraphic study section of the Iowa news release at wiu.edu/news. “Honoring African American Department of Natural Resources: Women’s Sacrifices and Celebrating their “Honor Roll,” from p.2 Accomplishments,” daily postings by the WIU Women’s Center at wc.wiu.edu In addition, WIU’s Volunteer Services hired an Americorps VISTA worker for activities at The Elms Nursing Home and Showcase of Black History Month the 2008-09 academic year and hosted a other area senior living centers, animal events and activities Presidential Election Night Party. care at the McDonough County Animal University Union first floor “Volunteer activities and service Shelter and providing assistance at the Sponsored by the Black History Month learning is essential to the academic Macomb Public Library. Planning Committee process. Not only do these activities “In this time of economic distress, we enhance the educational experience for need volunteers more than ever. College African American culture exhibit our students, they become active citizens students represent an enormous pool of Macomb City Hall, 232 E. Jackson St. within the community, noted WIU idealism and energy to help tackle some Sponsored by the GBCC President Al Goldfarb. of our toughest challenges,” said Stephen “The core value of social responsibility Goldsmith, vice chair of the CNCS Board “New Orleans: The Birth of Jazz” should stay with our students long after of Directors, which oversees the Honor Malpass Library East Entrance they graduate. It’s an honor that Western Roll. Sponsored by WIU Libraries was recognized for our community service We salute Western Illinois University efforts,” he added. for making community service a campus For more information, call the GBCC at Mary Kubasak, assistant director of priority, and thank the millions of college (309) 298-1993 or visit gbcc.wiu.edu. student activities-volunteer services, is to students who are helping to renew be commended for ensuring our students America through service to others,” he have numerous service activities.” added. In addition to special events, members The Honor Roll is a program of the of Western’s All Volunteer Effort (WAVE), CNCS, in collaboration with the U.S. coordinated through Volunteer Services, Department of Education, the Department participated each week in such activities as of Housing and Urban Development and the YMCA’s Little Buddies program, social the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation. wiu.edu/connection — page 2 New GoWestern! program for employees Western Illinois University’s human Go Cook! about classes that may be right for you. resources department has just what you WIU dietetics students will help Participants should come ready to work need to jump start your spring and take individuals bring out their inner chefs in a out. part in this year’s University theme, series of classes that will meet from Go Relax! “Health and Wellness: Challenges and 5-6:30 p.m. in Knoblauch Hall 230. Dates Gloria Allen, therapeutic yoga and Responsibilities.” Go Western!, a new, and menus are as follows: meditation instructor at WIU, will help revitalized employee development * Monday, Feb. 23: Beef meal; individuals connect their minds and program, is available to WIU employees at * Wednesday, Feb. 25: Fish meal; bodies in a series of yoga and meditation no cost. Opportunities include: * Wednesday, March 4: Vegetarian classes. Classes will be held in the Fitness Go Golf! meal; and Studio West at the Spencer Student Join WIU’s Director of Golf Course * Monday, March 9: Chicken meal. Recreation Center. Dates, times and classes Operations Mel Blasi at the Spencer Go Exercise! are: Student Recreation Center from 11 a.m.- Join fellow WIU employees in a Thursday, April 2 1 p.m. Friday, March 6. Blasi will be walking group that will gather to walk 12:15-1:30 p.m.--Yoga inspired stretch 1 helping individuals discover their golf anywhere from 20 to 60 minutes. Walking 4:30-5:45 p.m.--Deep stretch and potential. group gatherings will meet at 5 p.m. meditation Go Dance! Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning Friday, April 3 Sheila Downin, long-time dance Tuesday, March 24 at the Q-Lot patio at 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.--Yoga inspired instructor at WIU, will be teaching the Spencer Student Recreation Center. stretch individuals the art of ballroom dancing Learn the basics of some popular 4:30-5:45 p.m.--Yoga flow (some yoga from 6:30-8 p.m., Wednesday, April 22 fitness routines via exercise classes offered experience will be helpful for this class) in the University Union Grand Ballroom. at the Spencer Recreation Center. Join Interested individuals are encouraged For more information, contact Andi Cokel from 4:45-5:30 p.m., Tuesday, to ask a partner to sign up with them, as Becky Ebey at (309) 298-1971 or March 17 and Thursday, March 19 instruction is easier for pairs. [email protected] or visit wiu.edu/ in Fitness Studio West to learn more wellness. Civil Service news Nominations sought Employee of the Month Scholarship info Mark Shepard, Applications are now available for for Diversity Awards building services the 2009-2010 Civil Service Employees’ The University Diversity Council at supervisor, has been Dependent Scholarship. Western Illinois University is seeking named the February Application deadline is 3 p.m. Friday, nominations for the 20th Annual Civil Service Employee April 17. Extensions will not be allowed. President’s Excellence in Diversity Awards. of the Month. The following must be submitted before The award recipients will be recognized According to his the deadline: at the annual reception from 4-6 p.m. nominator, Shepard -Application Thursday, May 14 in the University demonstrates -Personal letter of recommendation Union. Eric Mansfield, educational and enthusiasm and -Academic letter of recommendation interdisciplinary studies professor, will be outstanding performance in carrying out (Core coursework teacher or school the featured speaker. his duties, as well as a strong work ethic to guidance counselor) The awards, which are presented by the employees he supervises. -Autobiography/essay President Al Goldfarb, are designed to “Mark is always willing to go well -Resumé celebrate diversity and multicultural beyond his job requirements by working The Civil Service Scholarship Selection leadership efforts that have advanced with his employees to complete set-ups Committee will review the following Western’s strategic plan, increased and tear-downs for numerous events in criteria: motivation, community service, diversity and created a campus climate Western Hall. He doesn’t just supervise, he work experience, leadership and that welcomes and supports all pitches in. dependability. individuals. “Mark goes the extra mile to make Students, faculty and staff at Western, Applications and materials should be certain that everyone he comes in contact as well as members of the Macomb and forwarded to: with is informed about a job and is Quad Cities communities, are eligible to Civil Service Scholarship Selection comfortable with the instructions,” his nominate and to receive awards. Committee nominator added. Nominations forms, which are Human Resources-Western Illinois Shepard began at Western as a available at wiu.edu/EOA or Sherman University building service worker in 1984. He was Hall 203, should be sent to the Office 1 University Circle promoted to building service sub-forman of Equal Opportunity and Access, 203 Macomb, IL 61455-1390 in 1992, and was reallocated to building Sherman Hall or e-mailed to Janell service foreman three years later. He was Applications are available in the McGruder at [email protected]. reclassified to his current position in July Human Resources Office, Sherman Hall For more information contact the Office 2008. 105, or online at wiu.edu/hr/forms.php of Equal Opportunity and Access at or wiu.edu/csec/scholarship/application. (309) 298-1977. php. wiu.edu/connection — page 3 “Caldwell,” from p. 1 Author, filmmaker to speak Feb. 25 “Music participates in the way mental Jean Kilbourne, internationally Association for Women spaces are evoked by our experiences and recognized for her pioneering work on in Psychology in 2000. in the conceptual metaphors that are at the alcohol and tobacco advertising and the She is also known for heart of the way the human mind works, image of women in advertising, will kick her award-winning Caldwell added. off the Spring 2009 University Theme documentaries, “Killing “I will suggest some approaches to “Health and Wellness: Challenges and Us Softly,” “Slim listening that can help us to understand Responsibilities” Speaker Series. Hopes” and “Calling the role that musical space plays in music’s Kilbourne will lead a discussion the Shots.” Kilbourne powerful capacity for expression.” on women’s body images at 7 p.m. recently released “So Caldwell joined Western’s music Wednesday, Feb. 25 in the Union Grand Sexy So Soon: The New faculty in 1985. Ballroom on the WIU-Macomb campus. Sexualized Childhood For the past 22 years he has been Kilbourne was named by The New and What Parents Can Do to Protect Their co-director of Western’s New Music York Times Magazine as one of the Kids,” co-authored with Diane E. Levin. Festival, which has hosted more than three most popular speakers on college For more information about 150 composers for performances of their campuses today. Her book, “Can’t Buy Kilbourne’s presentation, contact the Office music. In the process, west-central Illinois My Love: How Advertising Changes of Student Activities at (309) 298-3232 or has established a tradition of support for the Way We Think and Feel,” won the e-mail Melina Strohman at new music, he said. Distinguished Publication Award from the [email protected]. For seven years Caldwell has been curator of the annual ElectoAcoustic Music Macomb concert. His compositional output is divided between electroacoustic music Creative use of cardboard on display and music for instruments and voices. Artworks created using cardboard and His “Elegy,” recorded by the Warsaw graphic design work are the two exhibits Thursday March 12 Philharmonic Orchestra, is available on on display through , at the MMC label. “Mechanism II” has been Western Illinois University’s Art Gallery. released on the “Presence III” CD from the The “Exploring Media: Cardboard” is Canadian Electroacoustic Community, and featured on the Gallery’s main floor, and “Hanging with Clifford” is on the “Time “Graphic Design Student Exhibition” is on Passages” CD by WIU music colleague the second floor. Bruce Briney. In its third year, “Exploring Media” Caldwell’s writings have been showcases works of art made from published in the Journal of Music Theory nontraditional or unorthodox art materials. Pedagogy and ex tempore; and his WIU students and faculty, as well as recent composition “Aubusson” was professional artists from throughout the commissioned for and played at the country who have been personally invited 2008 College Band Directors National to participate, have created the artworks in this cardboard exhibit. Student works Association (CBDNA) North Central Scott Fife, “Ed Kienholz” (major), 2008; Division Conference by the Western were chosen by an art department juror, explained organizer Tim Waldrup, WIU Archival cardboard, glue, screws, Illinois University Symphonic Wind pigment, 38” x 30” X 28” Ensemble. associate art professor. Caldwell served as president The exhibit features work by website designs created by Western’s (1998-2000) of Western’s chapter of the professional artist Scott Fife, whose graphic design students. University Professionals of Illinois, archival cardboard artwork titled “Ed The gallery is open free to the public Local 4100; and he has held a variety Kienholz” (major) 2008 is in the show. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays and 6-8 p.m. of leadership roles at the departmental, Fife, who lives and works in Seattle, Tuesdays during exhibitions. For more college and University level. WA, is represented by Platform Gallery information, visit wiu.edu/ArtGallery or In 2005, Caldwell received the Provost’s (platformgallery.com). He has a solo call (309) 298-1587. Award for Excellence in Teaching and exhibition, “Heads,” at the Tony Wight the Outstanding Teaching Award in the Gallery (tonywightgallery.com) in Chicago. Register for IIRA- College of Fine Arts and Communication. His work has been reviewed in numerous He has also received three Faculty publications, including Art in America sponsored conference Excellence Awards and three Professional magazine. Fife has also exhibited work The 20th Annual Rural Community Achievement Awards. in major galleries from the west coast Economic Development Conference, Caldwell began studying drawing and to Washington, D.C.; and his works are sponsored by the Institute for Rural design at Western in 2004, “as a way to part of such collections as the Tacoma Art Affairs (IIRA), will be held Wednesday- stretch creatively and to reacquaint myself Museum; Microsoft (Redmond, WA); the Thursday, March 4-5 at the Holiday with the experience of being a student.” City of Seattle; Berlinische Galerie, Berlin, Inn City Centre in Peoria. Registration He is in his 10th semester of studio art Germany; Swedish Hospital, Seattle; and deadline is Wednesday, Feb. 27. For more courses. the State of Washington. information, call Carol Harper at (309) The student exhibit includes 298-2637, toll free at (800) 526-9943 or at advertising, promotional, package and [email protected] or visit IIRA.org. wiu.edu/connection — page 4 CITR film series Singer-songwriter to perform March 7 The Center for Innovation in Teaching Tri States Public Radio will present and Research (CITR) and University Richard Shindell as the next installment in Libraries are sponsoring the spring film its Celebration Concert Series at series “People in Trouble” at the Leslie F. 7 p.m. Saturday, March 7 in the Tri Malpass Library. All films will be shown States Public Radio Performance Studio, Mondays at 3:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. in 320 W. University Drive. An expatriate Malpass room 180 and are open free to the New Yorker now living in Buenos Aires, public. Argentina, Shindell’s songwriting Films to be shown include: ranges from lighthearted ballads and * Feb. 23: “In the Heat of the Night” adulterous love songs, to dirges and * March 2: “Thelma and Louise” diatribes that skewer politics, prejudice, * March 9: “But I’m a Cheerleader” war and religion. Shindell has toured * March 23: “Double Indemnity” with Joan Baez (1997), collaborated with * March 30: “Incident at Oglala” Larry Campbell, longtime member of Bob “The idea is to produce a series that Dylan’s band; Dar Williams; and recorded will engage diversity and do so in a an album of covers, reworking songs by creative way, hence ‘People in Trouble,’” Bob Dylan, Woody Guthrie, and Bruce said William Thompson, University Springsteen, among others. product to be donated to Macomb Loaves Libraries associate professor. “The films Admission is $10 for public radio and Fishes. Seating is limited. Call (309) range from Billy Wilder’s film noir classic members/$15 for the general public. 298-1873 or (800) 895-2912 to order tickets ‘Double Indemnity,’ a tale of insurance Concert-goers are encouraged to bring a in advance. fraud and murder, to ‘Incident at Oglala,’ non-perishable food item or personal care which tells the story of the 1975 fatal stand-off between federal agents and Facilitator training at Make time for a Native American activists.” For more information, contact Horn Field Campus message in the Rec Thompson at (309) 298-2785 or Campus Recreation invites members of Individuals interested in adventure/ [email protected]. the campus community to treat themselves experiential education have the to a “mini spring break” during Western’s opportunity to hone their leadership Professional activities Spring Break week with a chair massage abilities at Horn Field Campus’ Facilitator Jongho Lee, political science, presented by certified massage therapist Tammy Training Workshop. An interest meeting two papers at the 80th Annual Conference Miller on Wednesday, March 18. Miller for the Feb. 27-March 1 workshop is of the Southern Political Science provides massages at the Spencer Student scheduled for 5 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25 Association, held in January: “Variation in Recreation Center from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Horn Field Lodge south of Macomb. the Significance of Emotional Responses as every Wednesday. Chair massage services The three-day Facilitator Training a Guide to the Voting Decision” and “Who include neck, head, arms, and back for $1/ Workshop is slated for 5-7:30 p.m., Friday, Participates in Transnational Political minute; payments must be made by cash Feb. 27; 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 28; Activities and Why?” or check only. For more information or to and 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sunday, March 1 at Mohammad Siddiqi , English and schedule an appointment, call the Campus Horn Field Campus. journalism, published “Islam, Muslims, Recreation Office at (309) 298-1228. “This training is not only a great and U.S. Media,” in J.Q. Adams and opportunity for those who want to work Pearlie Strother-Adams: “Dealing with DeRoos reception set in the recreation, park and tourism Diversity. The Anthology.” Dubuque, Longtime WIU Registrar Alan DeRoos administration (RPTA) field, but it also Iowa: Kendall/Hunt Publishing. will retire March 1 after 32 years of service. can provide training for educators and A reception has been scheduled for teachers, particularly for those who have 4:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26 at the WIU Summit set for April 8 summers off and are involved or interested Alumni House. in volunteering and working as a group DeRoos has served as WIU’s registrar The Sixth Annual WIU Environmental facilitator at Horn Field Campus in the since 1980. He began his career at Western Summit, “Healthy Planet, Healthy summer,” said Mindy Pheiffer, HFC in 1976. People,” will be held from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. program coordinator. Wednesday, April 8 in the University According to Chris Unrath, HFC’s CBT alumnus to speak Union Grand Ballroom. challenge course director, those interested Western’s College of Business and The summit promotes environmentally in attending the workshop should plan to Technology (CBT) alumnus Charles Carey, sustainable values, lifestyle and attend the interest meeting. The interest vice chairman of the CME Group, will educational activities for the campus meeting and the Facilitator Training speak in open sessions at 5 p.m. Monday, community and surrounding region. For Workshop are open free to the public. Feb. 23 and 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24 more information, or to submit roundtable For more information, contact Unrath in Stipes Hall 121 as part of the CBT’s and presentation topics (deadline Friday, at (309) 833-5798 or [email protected]. “Executive in Residence” series. For more March 13), contact Mindy Pheiffer, summit Learn more about HFC at wiu.edu/RPTA/ information, contact Becky Paulsen, CBT chair, at (309) 833-5798 or HFC. director of development, at (309) 298-2442 [email protected]. or [email protected]. wiu.edu/connection — page 5 University Relations Non-Profit Organization Sherman Hall 302 U.S. Postage 1 University Circle PAID Macomb, IL 61455-1390 Macomb, IL 61455 Permit No. 489 Return Service Requested

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News for Campus Connection? Inside Campus Connection is produced by the Office of University Jazz Fest scheduled; Distinguished Faculty Lecturer named. . . . 1 Relations, Darcie Shinberger, director. News staff include Bonnie Barker, Teresa Koltzenburg, Alison McGaughey and Shinberger. Black History Month events; Annual Gem Show...... 2 With the exceptions of the first and last months of the semester, it is distributed every first and third Friday of each month when the New program for employees; Civil Service news ...... 3 University is in session and approximately two times during the summer. Author, filmmaker to speak; two exhibits on display in University Art Gallery ...... 4 Submission deadline: 10 a.m. Tuesday of publication week Singer-songwriter to perform; CITR offers film series ...... 5 E-mail submissions to: [email protected], or via the web: wiu.edu/connection/submission Next Issue:

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Submission Deadline: 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 3 Spring 2009 Important Dates

* Monday-Friday, March 16-20, -- Spring Break -- No classes

* Monday, March 23 -- Classes resume

* Monday-Friday, May 11-15 -- Final exam week

* Friday, May 15, -- Graduate Commencement

* Saturday, May 16, -- Undergraduate Commencement

* Sunday, May 17 -- WIU-Quad Cities Undergraduate and Graduate Commencement

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