AU OUTREACH eNews

December 2023 Volume 2, Issue 14

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Auburn University Award for Excellence in Faculty Outreach 2023 Recipient Adrienne Duke-Marks

Duke-Marks’ record of distinguished outreach exemplifies the highest qualities and purposes of community engagement through her outreach to the youth and families in Alabama. Duke-Marks facilitates and trains agents, staff and school-based personnel to promote bullying education programs affecting more than 8,000 youth. With the support of regional extension agents, Duke-Marks’ work with the vaping prevention program, Escape Vapes, has affected more than 7,000 youth and adult participants. With a commitment to outreach that impacts, Duke-Marks has helped youth and their families address these critical issues through systematic outreach efforts that result in school and community programs, educational publications, blog posts, public forums and news. Adrienne Duke-Marks is an Associate Professor and Extension Faculty in the Department of Human Development and Family Science, College of Human Sciences

Faculty recipients were formally honored at the 17th annual Faculty Awards ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 9.

Duke-Marks in the News:

www.wsfa.com/video/2023

Escape Vapes Programs & Resources

www.aces.edu/blog

Auburn Youth Programs: Summer Camp Registration begins December 1

Give the gift of camp! AYP partners with Auburn University colleges, schools and programs to offer a variety of week-long summer camps each year. When you give the gift of camp, your student has the unique opportunity to explore a field or major, make new friends, and experience life on campus at Auburn University.

Visit aub.ie/summercamps to learn more.

AU Leadership Series returns in 2024 with an extended session!

Four Lenses: Putting the Human back into Humanity led by Dr. Kermit Jones

Dive into the intricate world of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) through the Four Lenses Temperament Model and explore how this pivotal framework helps unlock innovative pathways for businesses and leaders to achieve the results they desire through improved culture and behaviors. Read more

*Note that this offering is available in person only

EagleCast: Free monthly webinar series

November Webinar: Using Emotional Intelligence to Increase Your Bottom Line

Experience the dynamic energy of Dr. Kermit Jones, upcoming AU Leadership Series speaker, in this month's EagleCast webinar. Unlock the secret to a thriving workplace with the transformative power of Emotional Intelligence, and dive into the pivotal role EQ plays in reshaping your professional environment.

November 28 | 8:30-9:30am

Registration is free!

December Webinar: "Sleighing" Holiday Stress and Blues: Tips on Enjoying the Holiday Season

December 12 | 8:30-9:30am

Registration is FREE!

January Webinar: 2023 Income Tax Updates

January 30 | 8:30-9:30am

Registration is open

Scouting for Good: Boy Scout Ethan McCulloch Joins Forces with Campus Kitchen AU to Build Mobile Food Pantry for the Local Community

Boy Scout Ethan McCulloch partners with Campus Kitchen to construct a mobile food pantry for the local community. Their collaborative efforts exemplify a commitment to community service, providing an inspiring example of proactive engagement in making a positive impact. READ MORE

Office of Outreach Global:

Center for Educational Outreach & Engagement

Auburn University WIOA grant and program

On 10/26/23 students from Bullock County Career Tech Centers visited the Auburn University Medical Clinic. This campus visit was part of the Auburn University WIOA grant and program. Students learned about the field of medicine and were able to tour the facility as led by AU Medical professionals including a marketing specialist and a lead physician. Students learned about the over 100 employee positions just in the AU Medical Clinic alone, participated in a Q&A session with key personnel, and explored the vast opportunities available through the health care system.

On 10/26/23 students from the Bullock County Career Tech Centers visited the Ralph Brown Draughon Library at Auburn University. This campus visit was part of the Auburn University WIOA grant and program. Students learned about the university library and all aspects, levels, academics, information, and research opportunities that are available in the library and for students. They also learned about the availability of personnel to assist at the library, academic tutors, library hours, and the facility operations itself. Students were led by one of the Auburn University Libraries staff, that offered vast knowledge and insight into the learning facility and environment.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

ACCMA Local Government Professional Management Certification Program

https://www.auburn.edu/outreach/gedi/accma/#registrationschedule

Laws and Ethics for Public Management

December 14-15, 2023 - Auburn and Online

Economic and Community Development

February 8-9, 2024 - Auburn and Online

Human Resource Management and Staff Effectiveness

March 7-8, 2024 - Auburn and Online

Public Budgeting and Financial Management

April 16-17, 2024 - Auburn and Online