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Public Events Calendar 2009
Office of Public Affairs • P.O. Box 19621•
Springfield, IL 62794-9621• 217-545-2155

The Public Events Calendar provides a current listing of events sponsored by the School of Medicine that are of general interest to the campus community and/or the public at large. Other School of Medicine calendars are available via links (see list to the right).

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JANUARY 2009
12
Evening with the Doctor
5:30 p.m., Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Sajida Ahad, M.D., Surgery, will discuss weight loss surgery at this free educational program; refreshments will be provided
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

15 IVF Center Open House
4-7 p.m., SIU Clinic/Moy Building (lower level), 751 N. Rutledge St., Springfield
A tour of the state-of-the-art facility
Contact: IVF Center, 217-545-BABY (2229) weekdays

24 Trivia Night
7 p.m., Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
$10 per player/ 10 people per table; cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places
Proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network; sponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Molly Sorrell, CMN, 544-5437

27 Ethnic Heritage Month
Noon - 1:30 p.m., Pearson Museum, 801 N. Rutledge, 2nd floor
Celebrating and sharing the Asian culture
Contact: Patricia Davis, Diversity/Minority Affairs, 545-7243

28 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Michael Brenner, M.D., Surgery, will discuss understanding nasal surgery at this free educational program; refreshments will be provided
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

FEBRUARY 2009
3 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Tobias Kohler, M.D., Surgery, will discuss ED and male sexual dysfunction at this free educational program; refreshments will be provided
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

7 Dodgeball Tournament
Registration at 9 a.m.; tournament begins at 10 a.m.; Gold's Gym, 1600 Clear Lake, Springfield
Sponsored by WDBR 103.7, Capitol City Outlaws and Hickory River Smokehouse
$100 per team/6-10 players per team; registration deadline is January 26
Proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network, sponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Molly Sorrell, CMN, 544-5437

12 Ethnic Heritage Month
Noon - 1:30 p.m., Pearson Museum, 801 N. Rutledge, 2nd floor
Celebrating and sharing African-American History month
Contact: Patricia Davis, Diversity/Minority Affairs, 545-7243

17-18 Used Book Sale
6 a.m. - 3 p.m., Centennial Hall at St. John's Hospital
Donate your used books to Children's Miracle Network; collection bins are located throughout the hospital
Proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network, sponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Molly Sorrell, CMN, 544-5437

19 SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at SIU Offers Public Education Event
5:30 p.m., Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Talk by Nancy Amicangelo, executive director of Breast Cancer Network of Strength™, on “Finding Your Strength”
Registration encouraged: contact JoAnn Lemaster at the SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at SIU, 217-545-7493 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cancer/

24 IHOP Pancake Day
All day, each International House of Pancake customer receives a stack of pancakes for free when donating the cost or exceeding the cost of the pancakes; proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network, sponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Molly Sorrell, CMN, 544-5437

25 Evening with the Doctor
5:30 p.m., Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Sajida Ahad, M.D., Surgery, will discuss weight loss surgery at this free educational program; refreshments will be provided
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

28 Black History Month Event
5:30 p.m., South Auditorium (2nd floor), 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield (open to the public)  
Anthony E. Munroe, Ed.D., will present "Urban Hospital Closures' Impact on Health Disparities and Access." Dr. Munroe was named one of the top 25 minority health care executives in the U.S. by Modern Healthcare magazine; reception hosted by SIU's chapter of the Student National Medical Association
Contact: Wesley McNeese, M.D., Diversity/MinorityAffairs, 545-7334

MARCH 2009
12 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Dennis Mollman, M.D., Surgery, will discuss minimally invasive spinal surgery at this free educational program; refreshments will be provided
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

16-April 1 Enos Art Exhibit
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., main lobby, 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield
Artwork by students from Enos School is on display; reception for young artists, family and friends is April 1. Enos is SIU's Adopt-A-School
Contact: Karen Torricelli, Purchasing, 217-545-5842 weekdays

19 Match Day
11 a.m., Inn at 835, 835 S. Second Street, Springfield
Senior medical students find out where they will go for their residency training
Contact: Student Affairs, 217-545-2860 weekdays

19 School of Medicine Blood Drive
11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Prairie/Sangamon Conference Room, 327 W. Calhoun (2nd floor), Springfield
Central Illinois Community Blood Center drive
Contact: Gloria Fader, Human Resources, 217-545-5641 weekdays

19-20 New Book Sale
Thursday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Friday, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m., Centennial Hall at St. John's Hospital, Springfield
Proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network, sponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Molly Sorrell, CMN, 217-544-5437 weekdays

21 Unlucky in Love
Saturday, 6 p.m., March 21, Camelot Banquet Center, 1550 Recreation Drive, Springfield
Murder mystery dinner theater, tickets are $100 - RSVP by March 16
Proceeds go to SIU's Division of Developmental Disabilities
Contact: Amy Boston, Psychiatry, 217-545-7657 weekdays

22-28 Cover the Uninsured Week
Variety of events to raise awareness of uninsured patients; local Springfield activities are sponsored by SIU School of Medicine, Memorial Medical Center, St. John's Hospital and Sangamon County Medical Society www.siumed.edu/news/CTUW09events; events include a health fair at Enos School, Lindsay School,and SOS Overflow Shelter
Contact: Sangamon County Medical Society, 217-525-0765, or SIU Public Affairs, 217-545-2155 weekdays

24 Employment Open House
Tuesday, 3-6 p.m., SIU Human Resources, 327 W. Calhoun Ave.
Departmental representatives, benefits counselor and employment couselors will be available to talk with applicants. Free parking available across the street from the event.
Contact: Chrissy Kramer, Human Resources, 217-545-6493 weekdays

25 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Jan Rakinic, M.D., and Imran Hassan, M.D., both Surgery, will discuss colorectal cancer at this free educational program; refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

25-26 Designer Look-A-Like
Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Thursday, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m., Centennial Hall at St. John's Hospital, Springfield
Purses, belts, accessories and more
Proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network, sponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Molly Sorrell, CMN, 217-544-5437 weekdays

26 Wound Care Symposium
7:30 a.m.-3:45 p.m., IEA Professional Education Center, 3440 Liberty Drive, Springfield
Cost is $100
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays

28-April 4 National Doctors' Day Blood Drive
A blood drive to honor your physician, sponsored by Sangamon County Medical Society Alliance
To schedule an appointment visit www.cicbc.org
Contact: Joanne Kulkarni, 217-793-0903 weekdays

30 Medical Innovations 2009
5 p.m., Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Sponsored by the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce and the Sangamon County Medical Society, the event recognizes those conducting leading-edge medical research and clinical care within the Mid-Illinois Medical District
Contact: Mid-Illinois Medical District, 217-527-3908 weekdays

31 Evening with the Doctor
5:30 p.m., Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Sajida Ahad, M.D., Surgery, will discuss weight loss surgery at this free educational program; refreshments will be provided.
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

APRIL 2009
1 Orthopaedic Issues in Adolescents
Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield; sponsored by orthopaedics and rehabilitation division at SIU
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

6-7 Chicago Chocolate Factory
Monday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Tuesday 7 a.m. - 4 p.m., Conference Room Q at St. John's Hospital, Springfield
Proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network, sponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Molly Sorrell, CMN, 217-544-5437 weekdays

8 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Sandra Ettema, M.D., Surgery, will discuss hoarseness (reasons and treatment) at this free educational program; refreshments will be provided
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

13-24 SCOPE Exhibit
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., main lobby, 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield
Artwork from the SIU School of Medicine community is on display for SCOPE, the School of Medicine's annual literary arts journal
Contact: Karen Carlson, External Affairs, 217-545-0870 weekdays

14 Technology Incubation Symposium
10 a.m. - noon, Capital City Training Center, 130 W. Mason St., Springfield
A free public event to learn about finding funding for techology; co-sponsored by SIU's Technology Transfer Office and the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce
Contact: Kristi Owen, Technology Transfer, 217-545-6397 weekdays

14 Employee Recognition Luncheon
11:45 a.m., Hilton Hotel, Springfield
Honoring SIU employees with five years of service, 2008 employees of the month and quarter and 2008 supervisor and employee of the year and group quality award winners
Contact: Stacy Bond, Human Resources, 217-545-2076 weekdays

17 Camp COCO Fundraiser
6-10 p.m., Decatur Club, 158 W. Prairie Ave., Decatur
A fundraiser to benefit Camp COCO, SIU's camp for children with cancer and other blood disorders; $25 ticket includes hors d'oeuvres, cash bar and music by Rock-of-Ages
Contact: SIU Foundation office, 217-545-9402, or Streve Caldwell, Decatur Club, 217-720-3861

18 Annual 5K Run - Student Chapter of American Medical Association
8:30 a.m., Washington Park, Springfield
The 16th annual 5K Run, hosted by medical students at the School; entry fee is $18; race proceeds will be donated to M.E.R.C.Y. Communities. Advance registration is requested
Contact: Student Affairs, 217-545-2860 weekdays

18 Parkinson Disease Awareness
9 a.m. - noon, Wedeberg Conference Center at Memorial Medical Center, 701 N. First St., Springfield
A free educational program to learn more about Parkinson Disease; sponsored by Department of Neuology
Contact: Leslie Randolph, Neurology, 217-545-7181

23-24 Dean Dialogue
A series of employee dialogues with J. Kevin Dorsey, M.D., Ph.D., dean and provost,
   10 a.m. and noon, Thursday, April 23, 801 South Auditorium 
   10:30 a.m., Friday, April 24, Sangamon Conference Room 250A, Calhoun Building
   12:30 p.m. Friday, April 24, Carol Jo Vecchie, Conference Room Q, 2nd floor

24-26 American Girl Fashion Show
Proceeds will benefit Children's Miracle Network to fund pediatric programs at St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine.
Volunteer opportunities are available; check the Web site at www.cmnspringfield.com
Contact: Molly Sorrell, CMN, 217-544-5437 weekdays

27-May 1 Training and Using Standardized Patients for Teaching and Assessments
Pearson Museum (2nd floor), SIU School of Medicine, 801 N. Rutledge St., Springfield; sponsored by medical education department at SIU
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

16 Head and Neck Cancer Screening
4-7 p.m. Monday, April 27 ( also 9 a.m. - noon, Saturday, May 2); St. John's Pavilion, 5th floor, 301 N. 8th St., Springfield
Presented by SIU otolaryngology head and neck cancer division and sponsored by the SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at SIU
Contact: Pam Ray, Surgery, 545-6150 weekdays to pre-register

29 Seventh Annual Women's Health Conference
8:20 a.m.-4 p.m., James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Sponsored by Department of Family and Community Medicine at SIU and Carol Jo Vecchie Women & Children's Center at St. John's Hospital
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

MAY 2009
1-22 Sangamon County Art Exhibit

8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; main lobby at 801 N. Rutledge (2nd floor) Springfield; reception on May 8, 4:15-5 p.m.
An exhibit of artwork from Sangamon County elementary, middle and high school students selected by local art teachers
Contact: Merle Shiffman, Public Affairs, 217-545-5616 weekdays

1-3 MEDPREP Alumni Weekend
Reunion for MEDPREP classes, Carbondale
Contact: www.siualumni.com/medprep

2 Head and Neck Cancer Screening
9 a.m. - noon, Saturday, May 2; St. John's Pavilion, 5th floor, 301 N. 8th Street, Springfield
Presented by SIU otolaryngology head and neck cancer division and sponsored by the SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at SIU
Contact: Pam Ray, Surgery, 545-6150 weekdays to pre-register

7 Dean Dialogue
Completion of a series of employee dialogues with J. Kevin Dorsey, M.D., Ph.D., dean and provost
Noon, Thursday, May 7, Life Science III, Room 1059, Carbondale

13 More Than Skin Deep: What Health Care Professionals Should Know About Plastic Surgery Symposium
8:50 a.m.-3:45 p.m., Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfieldsponsored by SIU's plastic surgery divison
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

13 Annual Trainee Research Sumposium
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., South Auditorium and Pearson Museum, 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield
An opportunity for medical students, residents and graduate students to present their research findings to the medical school community and the public; sponsored by the Office of Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Affairs
Contact: Kristi Katcher, Research/Faculty Affairs, 217-545-7936 weekdays

14 School of Medicine Blood Drive
7 a.m. - noon, Prairie/Sangamon Conference Room, 327 W. Calhoun (2nd floor), Springfield
Central Illinois Community Blood Center drive
Contact: Gloria Fader, Human Resources, 217-545-5641 weekdays

16 School of Medicine Commencement
2 p.m., Sangamon Auditorium on the campus of University of Illinois at Springfield
Graduation for Class of 2009; Dr. Darrel G. Kirch, president and CEO of the Association of American Medical Colleges, is the commencement speaker
Contact: Student Affairs, 217-545-2860 weekdays

19 Evidence-Based Management and Prevention of Stroke Conference
James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
S ponsored by Department of Neurology at SIU and St. John's Hospital
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

19 Annual Conference on Alzheimer Disease and Related Disorders
8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield
Sponsored by SIU's Center for Alzheimer Disease and Related Disorders
Contact: Leslie Randolph, Alzheimer Center, 217-545-7181 weekdays

20 Senior Celebration
9 a.m. - 2 p.m., health fair for seniors, exhibitors include SIU School of Medicine; Orr Building - Illinois State Fairgrounds
Contact: Ann Collins, SIU P&S, 217-545-8065 weekdays

20 Updates in Primary Care
John A. Logan College, 700 Logan College Road, Carterville
S ponsored by Department of Family and Community Medicine at SIU
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

28 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Bradley Schwartz, D.O., Surgery, will present "Kidney Stones: Caught Between a Rock and a Hard Place" at this free educational program; refreshments will be provided
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

JUNE 2009
1-7 LPGA State Farm Golf Classic
Panther Creek Country Club; charities include SIU's Camp COCO, a summer camp for children with cancer and other blood disorders
Contact: www.lpgastatefarmclassic.com

2-4 Clinical Updates in Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Conference
Prairie Capital Convention Center, 701 E. Adams, Springfield
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

12 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Loren Ost, M.D., Surgery, will discuss female stress incontinence at this free educational program; refreshments will be provided
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

12-14 Alumni Weekend
Reunion for School of Medicine classes of 1979, 1989, 1994 and 1999, Springfield
Contact: Julie Robbs, Alumni Affairs, 217-545-5770 weekdays

15 American Lung Association Golf Tournament
7 a.m. and noon, shotgun start, Panther Creek Country Club, 3001 Panther Creek Drive, Springfield
Annual tournament to benefit Richard H. Moy, M.D., Pulmonary Research Fund
Contact: American Lung Association, 217-787-5864,
or www.lungil.org

16-19 Essentials of Problem-Based Learning Conference
SIU School of Medicine, 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

16-20 Midwest Charity Horse Show
Exhibitors, trainers, owners and families, friends and horse enthusiasts participate in this annual five-day show horse event which generates an annual contribution to SIU's Camp COCO, a summer camp for children with cancer and other blood disorders
Illinois State Fairgrounds - Coliseum, Springfield
Conatct: Sue Tin, SIU Foundation, 217-545-2955 weekdays, or www.midwestcharity.com

26 Camp COCO Golf Tournament
12:30 p.m., Piper Glen Golf Course, 7112 Piper Glen Drive, Springfield
Annual tournament to benefit Camp COCO, SIU's summer camp for children with cancer; sponsored by SIU's Department of Pediatrics
Golf/Sponsorship information at www.siumed.edu/foundation/cocogolfchoice.htm
Contact: Sue Tin, SIU Foundation, 217-545-2955 weekdays

27 Butterfly Release
10 a.m., SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at SIU, Gordon and Evelyn Brandt Thomas Garden of Hope, corner of Rutledge and Miller Streets
Music, inspirational readings and the public reading of the names of those being honored/remembered
Contact: JoAnn Lemaster, SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute, 217-545-7493 weekdays

JULY 2009
9 School of Medicine Blood Drive
11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Prairie/Sangamon Conference Room, 327 W. Calhoun (2nd floor), Springfield
Central Illinois Community Blood Center drive
Contact: Gloria Fader, Human Resources, 217-545-5641 weekdays

12-17 Camp COCO
Timber Pointe Outdoor Center, Bloomington
Annual summer camp for children with cancer and other blood disorders
Sponsored by SIU Department of Pediatrics
Contact: Justine Morgan, Pediatrics, 217-545-5817 weekdays or www.siumed.edu/foundation/campcoco.htm

17 Take Your Kids to Work Day
Children of employees participate in this day-long event to learn about the medical school
Contact: Jill Koester, Psychiatry, 217-545-7675 weekdays

30-31 New Book Sale
Thursday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Friday, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m., Conference Rooms R and S, St. John's Hospital, Springfield
Proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network:
S ponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Molly Sorrell, CMN, 217-544-5437 weekdays

AUGUST 2009
3-7 Agricultural Occupational Health Training Conference
Dove Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield;
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

10 Hot Dog Lunch
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., courtyard at 801 N. Rutledge, St.;
Annual welcome lunch for second-year students
Contact: Suzann Welch, Information Resources, 217-545-1955, or Mary Ellen Hammond, SIU P&S, 217-545-1881 weekdays

13 Ethnic Heritage Month
Noon - 1:30 p.m., Pearson Museum, 801 N. Rutledge, 2nd floor
Celebrating and sharing Indian Independence month
Contact: Patricia Davis, Diversity/Minority Affairs, 217-545-7243

13 Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day
Participating DQ locations will donate proceeds to benefit Children's Miracle Network, sponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Molly Sorrell, CMN, 217-544-5437 weekdays

14 White Coat Ceremony
4 p.m., Shryock Auditorium, Carbondale
First-year medical students receive their White Coats
Contact: Student Affairs, 217-545-2860

SEPTEMBER 2009
10 School of Medicine Blood Drive
7 a.m. - noon, Prairie/Sangamon Conference Room, 327 W. Calhoun (2nd floor), Springfield
Central Illinois Community Blood Center drive
Contact: Gloria Fader, Human Resources, 217-545-5641 weekdays

17 Ethnic Heritage Month
Noon - 1:30 p.m., Pearson Museum, 801 N. Rutledge, 2nd floor
Celebrating and sharing Hispanic culture
Contact: Patricia Davis, Diversity/Minority Affairs, 217-545-7243 weekdays

19 Miracle Soiree
6 - 10 p.m., Hill Prairie Winery, Route 97, Oakford
Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door; ticket includes wine tasting, souvenir wine glass, dinner and entertainment
Proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network; sponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Children's Miracle Network, 217-544-5437 weekdays

24 Harvest of Miracles
4:30 - 8 p.m., Green View Nursery, 3000 W. Jefferson, Springfield
Family event that includes balloon rides, music and food;
Tickets are $25 for a family; $10 adults and $5 for children
Proceeds go to Children's Miracle Network; sponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital, a partnership with SIU School of Medicine
Contact: Children's Miracle Network, 217-544-5437 weekdays

25 Academy for Scholarship in Education
1:30 - 3:30 p.m., Telehealth Conference Room 1252, 913 N. Rutledge (videoconference to Lindegren 310 in Carbondale)
Donald Caspary, Ph.D., Pharmacology, and Susan Hingle, M.D., Medicine, will present "Reflections on Teaching"
Contact: Angela Hale, Medical Education, 545-2103

OCTOBER 2009
2 Denim and Diamonds
6 p.m., Crowne Plaza, Springfield
Gala event includes dinner and live and silent auctions to benefit the SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at SIU
Tickets are $100 each; sponsorship opportunities available
Contact: Patsy Wappel, Cancer Institute, 217-545-0395 weekdays

15 Neonatal and Pediatric Critical Care Conference
James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Contact: Judy Harbison, Continuing Medical Education, 217-545-7711 weekdays or go to www.siumed.edu/cme/ (For health care professionals; includes CME credit)

26-30 Embracing Diversity: Diversity as Strength
Noon-hour programs to celebrate diversity
South Auditorium, 801 N. Rutledge, Springfield
Contact: Wesley McNeese, M.D., Diversity/Minority Affairs, 217-545-7334 weekdays

NOVEMBER 2009
9 Lunch with the Doctor
Noon, James T. Dove, M.D. Conference Center, Prairie Heart Institute, 619 E. Mason St., Springfield
Carol Bauer, M.D., Surgery, will discuss hearing loss (treatment and options) at this free educational program; refreshments will be provided
Contact: Carol Thomas, Surgery, 217-545-7133 weekdays; registration suggested

19 School of Medicine Blood Drive
11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Prairie/Sangamon Conference Room, 327 W. Calhoun (2nd floor), Springfield
Central Illinois Community Blood Center drive
Contact: Gloria Fader, Human Resources, 217-545-5641 weekdays

DECEMBER 2009
3 Ethnic Heritage Month
Noon - 1:30 p.m., Pearson Museum, 801 N. Rutledge, 2nd floor
Celebrating and sharing the culture of Germany
Contact: Patricia Davis, Diversity/Minority Affairs, 217-545-7243 weekdays

 

last updated on June 30, 2009