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Emeritus faculty, staff can support programs for international students and scholarsAs U retirees we have much to offer...are you holding it in reserve for just the right opportunity? Can this be it? The International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) will be greeting 1,800 new international students, undergrad and graduate, to the University in September. You have likely received Vice President Meredith McQuaid’s statement about the services the University provides to these students, and scholars who will visit the University during the year. We need more facilitators for these projects. Contact URVC at [email protected] to explore your interests. Published:More... |
“From the Bookshelf” needs your inputFor the past year or so, the UMRA Cares committee has taken responsibility for the “Bookshelf” column which printed recommendations from UMRA members on interesting reading. If you found a book that you want to recommend to others, please take a moment and share your discoveries with us. Published:More... |
Looking to publish an idea or opinion? JOIE journal reaches worldwide audience.UMRA is a co-sponsor with the University of Minnesota Libraries of the Journal of Opinions, Ideas and Essays (JOIE), the online journal that publishes a wide range of topics by authors from the University family of faculty, professional administrators, and retirees. Consider JOIE as an outlet for a pet project you have been thinking of publishing. Published:More... |
Need a ride to an UMRA meeting?The recent survey of UMRA members found several comments about problems in transportation: members not involved with UMRA due to an inability to drive due to medical issues, age, metro traffic congestion, etc. Our intrepid community researchers quickly found 12 transportation options for senior non-drivers, and we would like to hear if you have had experience (positive or negative) with such services. Published:More... |
St Paul Bike ClassicThe Saint Paul Classic Bike Tour seeks volunteers to help in many ways to facilitate the event which occurs on Sunday, September 11. Please contact the URVC at [email protected] to indicate how you would like to volunteer to help. Published:More... |
Become a Health Consultant VolunteerVolunteer to act as a team teaching consultant for students from the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Occupational Therapy and Social Work. More consultants are needed who have a diagnosed medical problem and are taking a prescribed medication. Registration deadline is August 19. If interested in volunteering respond to <[email protected]> Published: More... |
URVC Volunteers -- Red Cross Run for BloodRUN FOR BLOOD – URVC VOLUNTEERS—A Red Cross Fund-Raiser. Saturday, July 23 @ Lake Calhoun (Field Area/ south of the lake). Published:More... |
Volunteer to Distribute ProduceJoin Neighborhood House / Wellstone Foundation for a meaningful, direct-service opportunity. Volunteers will work outside at one of four St. Paul locations helping to distribute up to 15,000 pounds of fresh fruit, vegetables, and other vital food items directly to families in need. Published:More... |
‘Journal of Opinions, Ideas, and Essays’ welcomes new leader, Bud ClawsonLast month the UMRA Board named Bud Clawson, professor emeritus of pediatrics, to serve as editor-in-chief of the JOIE project. Bud has published in JOIE and has the breadth of interests and experience essential to the continuing development of the JOIE program. Published:More... |
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Jan Hogan recognized by the University Foundation for her philanthropy and charitable giving strategyProfessor emeritus Jan Hogan, Ph.D., devoted her academic career to studying family economics to promote and support healthy, happy families. Through her fellowship for graduate students, she has inspired another generation of students devoted to similar work at the University of Minnesota. Hogan’s giving to the U has allowed students the opportunity to pursue their interests while also supporting the future of her academic passion. Published:More... |
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The future calls for Smart Cities with Smart Grids, says April speakerDr. Massoud Amin, professor of electrical and computer engineering and director of the Technological Leadership Institute at the U of M, was both entertaining and enlightening about a very serious topic—the expanding demands on our electric grid and an aging infrastructure that can’t be expected to cope. Published:More... |
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Candidate for the Board of Directors Kathleen O'BrienKathleen O’Brien retired from the University in 2012 after 10 years as vice president for University Services. She has been on the UMRA Board of Directors for the past three years. In her retirement, she has created and is conducting the “Women in Minnesota City Government, 1970 to 2000” oral history project and has been awarded grants from the UMRA grant program. Published:More... |
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Candidate for the Board of Directors Martha FedaMartha Feda, formerly in administration in the School of Public Health, works as a health coach. “My passion is assisting people to reach their highest potential,” she says. Published:More... |
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Candidate for President-elect Chip PetersonChip Peterson retired from the Learning Abroad Center in 2012. His passion for social justice-focused experiential learning found expression through decades of involvement in both HECUA (Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs) and the U of M’s Minnesota Studies in International Development. Published:More... |
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Candidate for the Board of Directors Cherie HamiltonCherie Y. Hamilton is active in the University Women’s Club and served as its president for two terms. She has been active in the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) as course leader, committee member, and board member. Published:More... |
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