Alfred University's Daily Announcements - AURA

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Thursday, September 25, 2014

In This Issue

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Official News

· Is Your Information Correct for the Directory?

· ITS Video Services

· Updated Video Conferencing Policy

· Scam Update - Toshiba Copier/Printer General Announcements

· Bergren Forum - 'Calico and the Sturdy Pioneer'

· Flash sale Today & 9/26, 27 Percent Off Fashion Trend Table

· Environmental Studies Speaker Series: Career Discussion

· Want to Get Away? Naples Grape Festival This Saturday!

· Consent is Sexy Tees on Sale for Saturday's Walk

· CLAS Students: What's the Point of Gen Ed courses? Find out Sunday, 9/28!

· LGBTQ+ No Dumb Questions Panel

· An Ives Evening - David Ives That Is!

· Attention Alfred University Ladies

· What Did You Do Over the Summer? - Internship Surveys

· 2015-16 Tuition Exchange Application Deadline is Oct. 15, 2014.

· Submit to the CSI: Get Involved Guide

· ICU Seeking Work-Study Student

· Fall 2014 Employee Phone List

· Need to Order Your AU Business Cards?

· Former Holmes Technician, Forest People Adviser Dies

· Be Safe in the Woods!

· Job Posting - AV Technician

· Job Posting - Assitant Professor, Criminal Justice Studies

· Job Posting - Front Desk Clerk

· It's Back to You Season!

What's Happening?

More Events...

TODAY

10:00 Walk-In Hours - Career Development Center 12:00 Saxon Swap Re-

Opening

12:10 Bergren Forum ’Calico and the Sturdy Pioneer’

6:30 Art History Club Presents Robert

TOMORROW

12:20 Environmental Studies Speaker Series: Career Discussion

6:00 Friday Night Hike

SATURDAY 11:00 Women's Volleyball

quad match @ Morrisville

1:00 Football vs. Ithaca 2:00 Women's Soccer

Away vs. Hartwick 7:00 Men's Soccer vs.

Nazareth

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Reginio ’Fifty Years On - Brown and Proud’

·Apple Picking with the Newman Club!

Is Your Information Correct for the Directory?

It is time to make sure information is correct for the publication of the 2014-15 AU Faculty/Staff Directory. To check your business phone and office location, use the Outlook Global Address list to verify your information. This data is pulled directly from Banner and is the same information used for the Directory and Employee Phone List.

Corrections to your personal office information can be requested by using the Personnel Data Form below and forwarding it to Human Resources.

The numbers for emergencies, department phones, and fax are not housed in Banner.

Please review the attachments to make sure the numbers are correct for your area. Changes to department information can be emailed to [email protected].

PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR INFORMATION IS CORRECT SO THAT OUR DIRECTORY IS ACCURATE!

Link: Personnel Data Form Attachment: Emergency Numbers Attachment: Office Phone/Fax/Emails Submitted by: Kathy Costello

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ITS Video Services

As we seek to hire a new Classroom Technologist, until further notice, ITS is unable to provide the following services:

- Conversion of VHS or DVD to digital format - Conversion of digital video to MP4

- Placement of videos on AU's streaming server - Assistance to those who videotape lectures or events

If you were planning to take advantage of these services in the near future, we recommend that you explore other options to meet your needs. We apologize for the inconvenience, and we look forward to the possibility of providing these services in the future.

Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald

Updated Video Conferencing Policy

With the departure of a number of instructional technology staff, ITS has made some changes to its video conferencing policy.

Until further notice, only Perlman 302 will be available and all room reservations and requests for assistance must be made seven (7) business days prior to the proposed meeting date. Video conferences should be scheduled to take place during AU business hours. If a request is made less than seven (7) business days in advance, ITS cannot guarantee the availability of a technician to provide assistance.

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Please visit the AU Video Conferencing Policy web page for more information.

To schedule Perlman 302, or to request technical assistance for a video conference, please contact Meghanne Freivald at 607.871.2363 or via email.

Link: AU ITS Video Conferencing Policy

Submitted by: Meghanne Freivald

Scam Update - Toshiba Copier/Printer

There have been several scamming phone calls from businesses claiming to be from Toshiba. If anyone calls you about ordering anything DO NOT talk to them. Transfer them to Office & Procurement Services at extension 2698. Toshiba does not make calls for orders. Toner is included in our copier contract so you do not pay for toner.

If you have any questions please contact us.

Attachment: Unsolicited_vendor_calls_and_potential_SCAMS.docx Submitted by: Cheryl Foster

Bergren Forum - 'Calico and the Sturdy Pioneer'

The Bergren Forum sponsored by the Division of Human Studies, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, and the Provost's Office will be meeting on Thursday, Sept. 25 at 12:10 P.M. in the Nevins Theater, Powell Campus Center.

Bring a brown bag lunch; coffee and tea will be provided.

Speaker: Susan Greene

Topic: "Calico and the Sturdy Pioneer"

What was calico, who wore it, and why -- and how it related to "homespun" which has been elevated to mythic status in our day ?

Submitted by: Marilyn Saxton

Flash sale Today & 9/26, 27 Percent Off Fashion Trend Table

Come check out the fashion trend table at the AU Bookstore. 25% OFF all trend items. Fashion socks, lotions, hair bands, pins, nail polish, and more! Sale is TODAY and 9/26.

Submitted by: Marcy Bradley

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Environmental Studies Speaker Series: Career Discussion Please join us for this week's Environmental Studies Speaker Series!

Date & Time: Friday, Sept. 26, 12:20-1:10 p.m.

Title: "Career Discussion: A Geologist in the Drilling Industry"

Speaker: Stephen DiLaura, Vice President, Nothnagle Drilling, Inc. (AU Alum '83) Location: Science Center 247 (Roon Hall)

This event is open to everyone.

Refreshments will be served.

Submitted by: Jaime Osborne

Want to Get Away? Naples Grape Festival This Saturday!

This Saturday, Sept. 27, the CSI office is sponsoring a trip to the Naples Grape Festival and Grimes Glen. You will have 2-3 hours to walk around the festival or hike the glen.

Check them out at http://www.naplesgrapefes... and http://nyfalls.com/waterf....

The bus will leave at 10 A.M. from the first floor entrance of the Powell Campus Center and return between 4-5 P.M.

Sign up at the CSI office or contact [email protected]. There is no fee for the trip.

Submitted by: Nancy Banker

Consent is Sexy Tees on Sale for Saturday�s Walk

Get your Consent is Sexy tee for the Walk of No Shame that is happening THIS Saturday at 10 a.m.

Tees and bracelets are on sale at the AU Bookstore for $10 AND the morning of the walk. Walk starts at the Powell Campus Center (Upper Path).

Submitted by: Marcy Bradley

CLAS Students: What's the Point of Gen Ed courses? Find out Sunday, 9/28!

If you have ever wondered what a Gen Ed course will do for you, don't miss AU Alumni Connections on Sunday, Sept. 28. Four recent AU grads will speak at two events, each followed by a reception with delicious snacks. These dynamic AU alums will talk about how their liberal arts educations have helped them in surprising ways in their careers, including their transitions from AU to their first jobs.

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors, the Alumni Connections Round Table, 2 p.m. in the Knight Club, is designed especially for you.

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First-year students, the Alumni Connections Panel, 7 p.m. in Nevins, is designed especially for you.

If you are unable to attend the event designed for your class standing, you are welcome to attend the other one.

Submitted by: Kaaren Reeder

LGBTQ+ No Dumb Questions Panel

Spectrum will be hosting its annual No Dumb Questions Panel on Tuesday, Sept. 30 from Noon - 1 p.m. in Nevins Theater to kick off LGBT History Month.

The panel will include students and/or faculty who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender.

Each panelist will speak briefly about their experiences and answer some pre-determined questions.

Afterwards, the floor will be opened to anyone wanting to ask the panel or a specific panelist a question.

This is an opportunity for individuals to learn and feel comfortable asking questions of open members of our LGBT community.

Attachment: No Dumb Questions Panel Poster Submitted by: Craig Arno

An Ives Evening - David Ives That Is!

Performing Arts is pleased to invite YOU to our first theater production of the season! "An Ives Evening/All in the Timing" opens WEDNESDAY, Oct. 1 in the CD Smith III Theatre.

This collection of one-act plays is bound to delight you! Productions are at 8 p.m. and the play runs Wednesday through Saturday.

Tickets are required: $2 AU student w/id, $5 non-AU student and senior citizens, $10 for general admission. Email [email protected] for tickets, or use the virtual Box Office!

For additional information email performs or call 871.2828.

Link: Box Office

Submitted by: Nancy Freelove

Attention Alfred University Ladies

Recently you received a "save the date" email regarding an upcoming Educational Event from TIAA- CREF and Alfred University focusing on Investing and Retirement from a woman's point of view. The program will be presented in four separate sessions that build upon each other with the first being Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014 from 9 -10:30 a.m. in the Kenyon-Allen-Davis rooms of the Powell Campus Center.

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Space is limited to 60 participants and reservations will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis.

Attached you will find information about reserving a spot for yourself for this important and informative event.

Attachment: Alfred_University_Start_To_Finish_Invitation.pdf Submitted by: Mark Guinan

What Did You Do Over the Summer? - Internship Surveys

The Career Development Center wants to hear about your summer job, internship, or volunteer experience. Fill out a survey and be entered in a raffle to win a $50 gift card to the bookstore!

Link: Click here to start!

Submitted by: CDC Intern 2

2015-16 Tuition Exchange Application Deadline is Oct. 15, 2014.

Faculty and Staff - the Tuition Exchange Export Application deadline is Oct. 15, 2014. If your child is planning to begin college (or transfer to another college) next year, 2015-16, you may wish to explore the schools participating in the Tuition Exchange (TE) Program. RENEWAL TE Export applications are also subject to the deadline of 10/15/14.

Please read the attached TE Information Memo for application procedures and details on the program.

Two application forms are required; specifically, the AU TE Export Application and the AU Human Resource (HR) TR/TE form (links and attachments, herewith).

Link: AU HR TR/TE Application

Attachment: TE Information Memo for Campus Community Attachment: AU 2015-16 TE Export Application

Submitted by: Catherine Schnurle

Submit to the CSI: Get Involved Guide

Do you have an event or activity coming up during the second half of the 2014 Fall Semester that you would like advertised in the CSI: AU Get Involved Guide?

The Center for Student Involvement (CSI) is beginning to organize events for the dates of Oct. 15 - Dec. 5, 2014.

If you would like to submit your event, please send your announcement and any attachments of photos to [email protected] by WEDNESDAY, Oct. 1, 2014. Thank you.

Submitted by: Nancy Banker

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ICU Seeking Work-Study Student

The ICU is seeking a Marketing and Promotions Coordinator:

Purpose:

The Marketing and Promotions Coordinator for the Institute for Cultural Unity (ICU) will assist in making the community and prospective students aware of the ICU's mission, goals, programs, events, and announcements. He/she will work closely with the clubs and organizations of the ICU to reach the greatest potential audience.

The duties of the Marketing and Promotions Coordinator are:

* Maintain ICU social media;

* Produce promotional publications informing the community and prospective students about the ICU as well as its programs and events;

* Document and photograph ICU events and programs;

* Assist in the creation of ICU calendar of events;

* Assist in researching and executing community outreach initiatives

* Update all publications and visuals for the ICU as necessary;

* Assist in maintaining ICU's web presence.

The qualifications necessary for the Marketing and Promotions Coordinator are:

* 4 - 6 Hours of available Federal College Work Study

* Familiarity with Adobe InDesign

* Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop

* Understanding how to manage Facebook pages Twitter accounts, and other social media outlets To apply: http://forms.alfred.edu/s...

Link: Apply for this Position Attachment: PDF Job Description Submitted by: Craig Arno

Fall 2014 Employee Phone List

The Alfred University Employee Phone List is now available on the HR Web page at the following link:

Link: Employee Phone List Fall 2014

Submitted by: Kathy Costello

Need to Order Your AU Business Cards?

The process for ordering official Alfred University business cards changed as of February 2014. We are now working with the Alfred State College Document Center, and a virtual storefront has been developed specifically for ordering our business cards online.

The link to that storefront is:

https://v2.printsys.net/

Log on: AlfredUniversity Password: AlfredUniversity1

There are two templates from which to choose: the first template is indicated for only Admissions and Financial Aid offices because they require specific phone number options; and the second template is designed to accommodate all other offices.

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When you double click on your selection, a new window will open that contains a form with fields to enter your information. As the fields are filled, the information will show up on the template at the right so you will see how the business card will look upon completion. Once all the information has been entered, you will proceed to a shopping cart that has options for quantity and payment, using your AU One Card.

In order to maintain the brand identity of the University, a PDF of the card will be emailed to the Office of Communications for review/approval. Once the cards are printed, you will be notified so that you can pick them up at the ASC Document Center, 10 Upper College Drive (607.587.3532). ASC does not deliver at this time. The design and specifications of color and paper are based upon the official AU business card format that is currently in use.

IMPORTANT: For situations where you do not have access to an AU One Card, or a required deviation from the standard format cannot be included within the two template options, you will need to contact Rick McLay at [email protected] so that a design can be created and provided to the ASC Document Center. In those situations, the online purchase option will not be available and a paper invoice will be sent to you by the ASC Document Center.

Please contact the Alfred University Office of Communications at 2103 if you have any questions.

Submitted by: Deborah Clark

Former Holmes Technician, Forest People Adviser Dies

Mark J. Cappadonia of Conway, SC, formerly of the Alfred-Almond area, died unexpectedly Sept. 20, 2014 at the Conway Medical Center, following an acute illness.

Mark, a former sound technician in Holmes Auditorium, enjoyed his job at the University where he became a father figure to many students and was an adviser to The Forest People student organization.

He was a son of the late Anthony C. and Zora Babcock Cappadonia. He is survived by his wife Donna Petric Cappadonia; his two children, Anthony Vincent Cappadonia and Rebecca Louise Cappadonia; his stepmother Bebe Cappadonia of Almond; and five brothers and five sisters.

The family will receive friends on Thursday from 4-7 p.m. at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, where a Memorial Service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday with the Rev. Sean DiMaria officiating.

To read a full obituary, please visit: http://www.dagonfuneralho...

Submitted by: Deborah Clark

Be Safe in the Woods!

Hunting season for large game (deer and bear) will soon open in New York State. Most public lands allow hunting this time of year. Please use supreme caution when hiking or hunting in the woods by wearing blaze orange that covers your front, back, and head.

Hunting season runs from Wednesday, Oct. 1- Tuesday, Dec. 16 for the Southern Tier.

If you are a hunter, remember your number one safety rule when shooting, "Know your target and what is beyond!"

For more information on hunting season dates, you can visit the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation website below.

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Hunting is not permitted on Alfred University property nor at Foster Lake.

Link: http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/65231.html

Submitted by: Cherise Haase

Job Posting - AV Technician Employment Opportunity:

Temporary, PT Assistant AV Technician Link: Asst AV Technician Posting

Submitted by: Kim Wyant

Job Posting - Assitant Professor, Criminal Justice Studies Employment Opportunity:

Asst Professor of Criminal Justice Studies Link: Criminal Justice Posting

Job Posting - Front Desk Clerk Employment Opportunity:

Part-Time Front Desk Clerk

Link: PT Front Desk Clerk Posting

It's Back to You Season!

Back-to-school season is an exciting time of year with a fresh start to a new school year and the transition from summer to autumn.

If you have weight loss goals this back-to-school season, consider joining your fellow students, faculty and staff at a Weight Watchers At Work Meeting. Meetings are held each Thursday at noon in the HR conference room in the Pioneer Center on the Alfred State campus. At Work Meetings are friendly, informative and fun! The one hour meeting fits perfectly into your lunch schedule.

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Losing weight feels great! Celebrate your weight loss journey in the company of friends from AU and A.

State.

For further information, please contact Marilyn Robin at 607.587.4027 or by email at [email protected].

Link: Alfred State Campus Map - Pioneer Center (#37) Attachment: WW Fall At Work Meeting flyer

Submitted by: Anne Cornell