More info on the new DU Hub…coming in 2013!

Published on December 21, 2012 in All University News. 0 Comments

In January 2013, University Communications will launch the new “DU Hub”, replacing the existing DU Daily news blog for students, the eNews blog for employees, and the Press Room for news media. This new “all-in-one” communications tool will:

  • Provide greater access for all audiences to all DU news items
  • Improve overall functionality for users
  • Create centralized access point for all DU communication tools, including print publications, social media, videos and more

Keep your eyes peeled in DU Daily (soon to be the DU Hub) for more information, and look for a new, enhanced newsletter for students, staff, faculty and beyond in 2013!

Many campuses celebrate the holidays, from across the state!

Published on December 21, 2012 in All University News. 0 Comments

Check out what many campuses from across the state have been up to this holiday season!

Battle Creek Campus – It was a very merry holiday season at Davenport University‘s Battle Creek Campus. Students and staff participated in the 2012 International Festival of Lights by decorating a DU holiday tree in the festival’s warming house. The Battle Creek Campus was also a collection site for Toys for Tots, as it has been for several years.

Traverse City Campus – The Traverse City Campus came together to support the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program and students, staff and and selected an angel tree from the Salvation Army. Students, staff and faculty had the opportunity to provide a toy or gift card for families in need this holiday season.

Holland Campus – Students from the Holland Campus also were given the opportunity to select an angel from the Salvation Army’s Angel. Students, staff and faculty had the opportunity to provide a toy or gift card, warm hat, and mittens/gloves for area infants, children and teens to brighten their holiday season. Thanks to everyone who participated!

Kalamazoo Campus – The Kalamazoo Campus gathered together to create holiday cards to warm the hearts of local veterans this holiday season. Students Jennifer Kent, Tammy VanNiman, Kelsy Nelson and Rita Smallcombe from Kalamazoo, decorating cards for this great cause.

Lansing Campus – “Health 101 Cares for Kids” sponsored a “Toys for Tots” drive at the downtown Lansing Campus. Students, staff and faculty dropped off new, unwrapped toys to give to kids who may otherwise go without.

Midland Campus – DU’s Midland Campus Student Government held a very successful Food Drive in November! The goal was to get 200 pounds of food and the total amount gathered was an astonishing 395 pounds of food! The Food was donated to the Pentecostal Temple in Midland and they were extremely grateful for the donation.

W.A. Lettinga Campus – Read more here!

Warren Campus – Read more here!

Livonia Campus – Read more here!

 

Human Resources updates for December

Published on December 21, 2012 in All University News. 0 Comments

Please join us in welcoming the following new employees that joined the University in December:

Eric Kelliher:

Eric Kelliher has joined DU in the role of Director of Learning Technology at the Grand Rapids-Broadmoor location. Eric is a graduate of Ball State University where he earned his Master’s degree. Most recently Eric was employed at Indiana Wesleyan University where he was a Faculty Enrichment Developer. Outside of work he enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, watching sports and being involved in his local church.

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CSC Holiday Hours

Published on December 21, 2012 in All University News. 0 Comments

Over the holiday break, CSC will have limited hours. For Christmas, we will be closed Dec. 23 at 11 p.m. to Dec. 27 at 6 a.m. CSC will then close again on Dec. 30 at 11 p.m. and reopen on Jan 2, 2013 at 6 a.m. for the New Year.

If you’re having issues with a DU IT service during the holiday break such as Blackboard, Dmail or Banner, please view the Knowledgebase.

Happy Holidays!

 

 

This week’s Marketing Update

Published on December 20, 2012 in All University News. 0 Comments

Happy Holidays
This is the last Marketing Update of the year. Please look for it again the week of January 9. Best wishes to you from the Marketing staff!

Events
Daven-pour events wrapped up last week with a total of 1,482 leads! These events were held at community colleges statewide, which is our strongest audience for prospective students. The students were offered free coffee and DU info, as well as a chance to meet Pounce.

TV
Two TV spots run through the end of December designed to encourage enrollment in Winter 1. Alumni and student stars convey the message that DU teaches the skills employers want. The commercials are building the University’s image and drawing attention to the start of Winter 1 classes.

Radio
Radio is continuing to run spots featuring DU alumni for Winter 1 enrollment. The spots are heard statewide. Separate nursing tags running in Midland and Warren have increased leads in those areas.

Online
Online and mobile banners, along with paid search, are running statewide.

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How to easily check your pay stub online

Published on December 20, 2012 in All University News. 0 Comments

Need a pay stub, but can’t remember your Ipay password?

Now you can view your pay statements through the DU website! From the Staff Connection page, go to Payroll Services and click on Pay Statements. Select the year that you wish to view and click display. You no longer need to try to remember your Ipay user name or password!

Ipay will still be available until the end of 2012, but don’t wait…check out your new statement now. More detailed information on how to view your pay statements is available here.

You will notice that the new pay statement looks a bit different than what you may be used to seeing. Please see our guide to understanding your pay statement located in Payroll Services.

**Employees working outside the state of Michigan will continue to use Acrisure web site to view their statements.

Creative Celebrations Contest Winners

Published on December 20, 2012 in All University News. 0 Comments

Thanks to all departments that decorated and participated in the 2012 Creative Celebrations contest, sponsored by the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council. The contest was created to celebrate the holiday season throughout the DU community in a respectful and inclusive way — showcasing Davenport’s rich diversity and expressing it through the themes of PEACE, HOPE and/or UNITY.

This year’s winner was the Sneden 12, a group of faculty members at the W.A. Lettinga Campus.  Click here to view their powerpoint presentation.

In second place was Student Life and you can watch their video submission here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8Ngffd4_PM&feature=youtu.be

Wishing everyone Peace, Hope, and Unity this holiday season!

Survivorship Training and Rehab (STAR) certification now available!

Published on December 20, 2012 in All University News. 0 Comments

This course is a self-directed course delivered through a partnership between Davenport University and Oncology Rehab partners.  The course is a comprehensive overview of the cancer rehabilitation and provides the student will the needed knowledge and tools for providing rehabilitation care as a clinician. A facilitator will be assigned to the course to assist students as they move through the 10 two-hour modules.  Upon completion of the course and successfully passing the certification test presented at the end of the course, student will become STAR® Clinician certified clinician.

Who can take the course:

1)      Senior-level Nursing students, BSN completion students, MSN students

2)      DU Nursing alumni

How do I register?

1)      For students: This is a 3 credit course so register through your advisor!

2)      For Alumni: As a non-credit certification course, register through IPEX

For more information, please visit:

Networking event on the W.A. Lettinga Campus – Feb. 12

Published on December 19, 2012 in Downtown Grand Rapids, Online and W.A. Lettinga. 0 Comments

Networking @ Noon on the W.A. Lettinga Campus! Learn what to do and what not to do when building your personal, professional network! It is never too early to start making connections for your future career path.

What: Networking Event on the W.A. Lettinga Campus

When: Feb. 12, Noon to 1 p.m.

Where: Lettinga Campus, Sneden Center Room 209

Visit Career Services for more information.

Saginaw Campus sends care package to Italy

Published on December 19, 2012 in Saginaw. 1 Comment

The Saginaw Campus sent a care package to a troop in Italy who could not leave for the Holidays.  They were under staffed and the troop stayed back to help cover for others.

The troop acknowledged the care package and were extremely appreciative.