SIU Works To Close Gender Gap In Science
Jay Means dean of the College of Science notes increase from about 14 15 women to roughly 20 tenured or tenure track faculty as part of efforts to attract female students. Mentors and role models are highlighted as key to engagement and retention while the college continues pursuing NSF Advance Institutional Transformation Grant funding for research on gender bias and equality.
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Jay Means
College of Science
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Cheng
National Science Foundation
Mayor Fritzler Sets Mustache Challenge for Scholarship Fund
Mayor Fritzler considers shaving his mustache for charity. He notes it annoys some people, inviting contributions to remove it. Voting ends December 13 during the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce State of the City luncheon. precincts will be set around town. voting by check or card is available via the chamber.
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Carbondale Chamber of Commerce
Carbondale
State of the City address set for December luncheon
Carbondale Chamber of Commerce will host the 2011 State of the City address on December 13 after a noon luncheon. Tickets cost 15 for members and 20 for non members with 5 from each sale going to Carbondale high school scholarships. a Shave It or Save It campaign lets voters pay a dollar to decide Mayor Fritzler mustache fate, proceeds supporting the same fund.
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Carbondale
Winter Vehicle Care and Maintenance Tips
Winter driving requires a well maintained vehicle. Have service by a reputable dealer. Regularly inspect wipers tires lights and fluids. Check brakes and transmission. If trouble is suspected seek inspection. Illinois Department of Transportation.
IDOT Seeks Part-Time Plow Operators in Southern Counties
Miley said IDOT is hiring part-time temporary plow operators for the southern 16 counties. Applicants must hold a commercial driver’s license and can call 618-351-5320 for details.
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Miley
IDOT
Ready Your Kit for Winter Driving Safety
The guide lists essentials for a winter emergency kit in a vehicle including ice tools, jumper cables, spare parts, traction aids, warm clothes, non perishable food, candles, lighting and first aid. It notes state DOT staffing needs and directs readers to a website for road conditions with contact details for the Southern Illinois newsroom.
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Illinois Department of Transportation
Magnum Steel to invest 13 million in Southern Illinois expansion
Magnum Steel Works Inc plans a 13 million expansion in Southern Illinois to expand fabrication, machining, mig welding, waterjet cutting and rebuilding services for coal mining equipment. The plan includes 40 new jobs and a state tax credit of about 540 thousand over 10 years contingent on meeting investment and employment targets. Continental Tire assists with equipment repair.
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Illinois
Jim Czerwinski
Magnum Steel Works Inc
Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Magnum Steel Works
Continental Tire
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