Announcements and Celebrations
Stepping up for the Go Move Challenge
A handful of brave Regis employees got together for a chilly walk last Friday, as part of the AJCU Go Move Challenge. Are you interested in participating? Learn more about the challenge here.
Kreimeyer appears on CPR News
Josh Kreimeyer was recently interviewed by Colorado Public Radio about his work teaching about mental health in Ukraine. Listen here.
James interviewed about COVID-19 testing
Stephanie James was quoted in Rolling Stone on COVID testing and surveillance. The article highlights the complex issue of viral surveillance and how sustained funding is needed to support testing capacity. Read more here.
The Pillar interviews Baxter
Michael Baxter was interviewed for an article in The Pillar about the recent pastoral letter by Archbishop John Wester of Santa Fe and the need for a new commitment to nuclear disarmament. You can read the full article here.
Wright presents with University of Iowa
Trudi Wright gave an invited presentation "Setting the Table: The Art of Gathering and Radical Hospitality" and was part of a Music History Pedagogy Roundtable for the University of Iowa's School of Music Musicology Colloquium Series on Jan. 28.
Closing reception scheduled for Saturday
The closing reception for the two-woman show with Robin Hextrum & Ajean Ryan, titled Delicate Balance, will take place Saturday, Feb. 19, from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Center in Fort Collins.
Are you a member of Alpha Sigma Nu?
If you received the recognition of becoming a member of the Jesuit Honor Society of Alpha Sigma Nu while at another Jesuit university we would like to know! The Regis Chapter of Alpha Sigma Nu has as its members our current students and honorary members that have been selected in past years. We want to include you in our chapter!
Please email Sandy Wojciehoski at swojcieh@regis.edu with the Jesuit College or University that you attended when you were inducted and if you remember, please add the year of induction. Thank you for helping our Chapter of Alpha Sigma Nu grow!
Join the upcoming Good Trouble Conversation
As the first person of African descent to set foot on Antarctica, George W. Gibbs Jr. made a difference in spite of segregation and discrimination in 20th century America. His daughter, Leilani Raashida Henry of Denver will discuss his story and her book about his experiences for this month’s Good Trouble Conversations.
DESTINY: Navigating in a White World
Friday, Feb. 28 at 12:30 p.m.
St. John Francis Regis Chapel at Regis University
When we acknowledge who we are, we decide how the natural current of our lives will shape, direct and lead us to our destiny. The Call of Antarctica: Exploring and Protecting the World’s Coldest Climate explores Gibbs’ desire for freedom to realize his dreams. As he navigated the mainstream white world, he opened doors to inclusion, equity and diversity for others. He was part of Admiral Richard E. Byrd’s III expedition to the South Pole.
Henry, a licensed educational kinesiologist, has worked with Fortune 50 companies, Ivy League institutions and non-profits for 25 years as a coach and consultant. Her book about her father’s experiences launched in October 2021.
Anti-racism is a doorway not a destination. Learn to walk through this doorway and make the 21st century a time for cooperation and synergy.
Upcoming Mission opportunities
Join the Ignatian Year Lunch at noon Feb. 25 and April 1 in Main Hall 333. The lunch is hosted in celebration of the 500th anniversary of Ignatius of Loyola's conversion experiences and pilgrimage that led to the founding of the Jesuits. RSVP by Monday to mission@regis.edu.
A silent retreat is set for Feb. 27-March 1 for Regis faculty and staff at the Sacred Heart Retreat House in Sedalia, located in the foothills south of Denver. The retreat, which is free, combines presentations and conversation with personal prayer, reflection and silence. The event includes meals and a private room. Space is limited. To reserve a spot, contact Dan Justin at djustin@regis.edu.
The Safe Outdoor Space (SOS) continues to operate on campus. Learn more about ways to volunteer with the SOS, including providing meals, here.
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Webinar Series opportunities from Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services/University Testing is excited to share the AHEAD (Association on Higher Education and Disability) Spring 2022 webinar series with the Regis Community. Some of the upcoming topics include Trauma Informed Teaching Strategies and Universal Design Framework. The full list of webinar dates and topics can be found here.
Feel free to join live using the ID and password listed. A recorded link will also be available following the live session. We hope you can join us!
