09/26/2024 Retiree Update

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September 26, 2024

SCU Retiree Reminder

Dear Retiring and Retired Faculty,

Please don't forget to RSVP for the October 29 presentation by Lucia and Jack Gilbert on "Women Winemakers of California and Beyond." Seating is limited. We hope you'll join us for this event in October! Click the link below to RSVP.

Retired and Retiring Faculty Group presentation: Women Winemakers of California and Beyond

3:30 - 5:30 p.m., Varsi 222, by Lucia Albino Gilbert, Professor Emerita, Psychology, and John C. (Jack) Gilbert, Professor Emeritus, Chemistry

Please note: The HR workshop with Jim Briggs has been moved to October 30.

Feb

Pathways to Inner Peace: A Conversation with Diane Dreher

4 - 5:30 p.m., Parlors B&C, Benson Center

All are invited to participate in a new Faculty Group focusing on developing practices for greater peace of mind explored in Diane Dreher’s new book, Pathways to Inner Peace.

More info

Apr

Creating Meaning and Purpose in Retirement: Panel Discussion

11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m., The Aloysius Varsi Hall 222

How can we create a retirement that’s meaningful and purpose-filled? Join the Retired and Pre-Retirement Faculty Group for this panel discussion.

More info

Apr

Center for Teaching Excellence Launch Party

4 - 6 p.m., Library Arcade

Join us to celebrate the official launch of the Center for Teaching Excellence!

More info

Apr

Thinking About Retirement: When and How?

Noon - 1 p.m., The Aloysius Varsi Hall, Room 222

Sponsored by Faculty Development and the Provost’s Office. Faculty at all career phases are invited to hear from newly and nearly retired faculty about the questions and issues that framed their decisions about when and how (to phase or not to phase, for example) to retire. (Though this discussion is primarily for not-yet-retired colleagues, faculty on phased and fully retired are welcome.)

Lunch will be provided.

More info

Jun

Retired & Retiring Annual Faculty Brunch

10 - 11:30 a.m., Library Arcade (covered patio in front of Library)

More info

Please mark your calendars for these forthcoming 2025 events.

Social Influence, Scammers, and Seniors: A Social Psychologist's Reflection, Jerry Burger, Professor Emeritus, Psychology, January 27, 3:30 pm
Creating a Meaningful Retirement: Three SCU Retiree Perspectives, Jill Goodman-Gould, Senior Lecturer in English, Emerita, and other panelists, February 5, 2025, 3:30 PM
Retired & Retiring Women Faculty lunch, March 11, 11:30 AM
Current Research on Aging and Aging Well, Panel led by Patti Simone, Professor, Psychology and Neuroscience, April 2025, date TBA
Retirement, Discernment, and Ignatian Spirituality, Tony Cortese, Ignatian Center, May 6, 3:30 PM
Retired & Retiring Faculty Brunch, June 16, 10:30 AM

ADDITIONAL WORKSHOPS OFFERED BY HUMAN RESOURCES

Be sure to watch the Human Resources Calendar for valuable workshops on Medicare and other topics.

Event	Details
Medicare/Sourcewise Workshop HICAP’s Introduction to Medicare presentation is a comprehensive overview for SCU staff thinking of retiring and entering the world of Medicare. Learn more about Medicare Part A, Part B, Medigap / Supplemental Insurance, Part D and Part C / Medicare Advantage plan, Traditional Medicare or Part C / Medicare Advantage.	Thursday, September 5, 11:00-12:00 Zoom registration link Friday, October 4, 2:00-3:00 Zoom registration link Tuesday, December 17, 11:00-12:00 Zoom registration link
Health Advocate Program https://www.scu.edu/hr/benefits/health-benefits/health-advocate/ How SCU’s “Health Advocate” Program can help employees navigate the healthcare system and get the most from their benefits	Date TBA
Retirement and Purposeful Aging, Jim Briggs, Executive Director Emeritus, School of Applied Theology	Wednesday, October 30, 8:00-12:30 Registration link

RETIREE OPPORTUNITIES AND RESOURCES

Website and Timeline

A reminder: Retired & Retiring Faculty Group news and resources are listed on the Faculty Development website: https://www.scu.edu/provost/faculty-affairs/compensation-support/retirement/resources/

We want to direct your attention in particular to the Retirement Timeline which contains a checklist and guide to the pre- and post-retirement process. Topics include medicare, access cards, parking permits, alumni resources, donating faculty papers, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute membership, and more: https://www.scu.edu/provost/faculty-affairs/compensation-support/retirement/timeline/

Book Groups

OLLI Reads SIG: Members of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute are invited to participate in the “OLLI Reads” Special Interest Group (SIG). Recent books have included James McBride’s The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store and Zora Neal Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God. In September the group will discuss Lynne Olson's biography of Christiane Desroches-Noblecourt, Empress of the Nile: the Daredevil Archaeologist Who Saved Egypt's Ancient Temples from Destruction. In October, the group will discuss Jenny Erpenbeck’s Kairos. Participants must be members of OLLI. OLLI offers one year of free membership for new retirees. Contact OLLI@scu.edu for details.

Alumni Book Club: Retired and Retiring Faculty are invited to participate in the SCU Alumni Virtual Book Club, https://www.scu.edu/alumni/learn/bookclub/ Register to join the group for a virtual discussion of “Glory Be” by Danielle Arceneaux (reading period between August 2 and October 4).

Longevity Book Club: All are invited to participate in the Longevity Book Club hosted by the Stanford Center on Longevity, featuring Zoom talks by authors of significant new books on aging. Recent talks (recordings are available) include Why We Die by Nobelist Venki Ramakrishnan and Ageless Aging: A Woman’s Guide to Increasing Healthspan, Brainspan, and Lifespan.

Forthcoming September 10, 12:00 noon Pacific Time: Kasley Killam, The Art and Science of Connection https://www.longevity-project.com/longevity-book-club

TRAVEL

AROHE (The Association of Retirement Organizations in Higher Education) TRAVEL INSTITUTE is partnering with Road Scholar to offer travel opportunities for retired and current college faculty and staff. 2025 trips include The Civil Rights Movement (Atlanta, Montgomery, Selma, Birmingham), Quebec City, The Canadian Maritimes, Spain at a Slower Pace (Barcelona, Madrid), and Portugal. https://www.arohe.org/Travel-Institute

Alumni Travel Program

Retirees are invited to participate in the SCU Alumni Travel Program. Contact Mary Johnson, mmjohnson@scu.edu, for information about 2025 travel.

IN MEMORIAM

We remember our colleagues who have passed away during the past academic year. As we mourn their loss we remember with gratitude the gift of their lives and their many generous contributions to the University.

Alan Scheflin, Professor Emeritus, Law, August 27, 2023

Michelle Bezanson, Professor, Anthropology, April 16, 2024

Fern Silva, Instructor, Communication, June 3, 2024

Rich Barber, Professor, Physics, June 25, 2024

Thank you,

Ruth Davis, Professor, Computer Science and Engineering, Phased Retirement Liaison for Faculty Development. rdavis@scu.edu

Diane Jonte-Pace, Professor Emerita, Religious Studies, Retiree Liaison for Faculty Development. djontepace@scu.edu

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