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Archive 2008

January

Payroll Deduction Winner.  Martha Leeson has won a $25 gift certificate from Belk’s Department Store because of her participation in the Payroll Deduction Program. Over $900 in prizes have been distributed to payroll deduction participants in the past year. Don’t forget - the payroll deduction program is a great way to support the new Child Development Center. Forms are available at the Foundation Office or by calling ext. 340.  (Submitted by Jenny Keup 1.30.08)

Commemorative Stamp Unveiling.  Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend a special campus ceremony Monday, Feb. 4, of the unveiling of the 2008 Black Heritage Commemorative U.S. Postage Stamp.  The program will be held at 11 a.m. in the Community Room.  Door prizes and refreshments will be featured.  MORE (Submitted by Debbie Richards 1.30.08)

Book Information.  Those interested in purchasing WVU President Emeritus David Hardesty's new book, "Leading the Public University," can access order information at this link.  (Submitted 1.30.08)

Sealed Bids.  WVU Parkersburg will receive sealed bids for the lot sale of a several items.  The items may be inspected on Feb. 6th between 1:00-3:00 p.m. by contacting Kevin Offenberger at (304) 424-8000 ext 429. A list of the items for bid can be found on the Purchasing Bid Board outside of the Business Office.  Bids must be received by 3 p.m., Feb. 13.  Contact Kevin regarding bid submission details.  (Submitted 1.29.08)

National Red Day. National Wear Red Day is Feb. 1. Support Go Red For Women and raise awareness of heart disease, the No. 1 killer of women, by wearing red!  Men can raise awareness of heart disease by also wearing red.  (Submitted by Charlene McNulty 1.29.08) 

MSDS Submissions Reminder.  Please remember to submit any new MSDS sheets to Dave White. MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) for chemical substances are recorded in a catalog, and this is provided to the fire department so they can plan their response in the event of an emergency. If you have any questions, contact Dave White or Michelle Bissell.   (Submitted by Michelle Bissell 1.28.08)

Symphony in Steel Concert.  The Distinguished Performance Series is pleased to present Ellie Mannette and West Virginia University's "Symphony in Steel" in concert on Saturday, February 9, at 8 PM in the College Activities Center. Tickets are on sale in the business office.  Remember that WVU Parkersburg faculty and staff may purchase special advance tickets for themselves and one guest for $5 each. We anticipate this performance will be popular. Buy your tickets early so you won't be disappointed.  MORE  (Submitted by H.G. Young III 1.28.08)

Photography Presentation.  Award-winning nature photographer Jim Clark will give a presentation from 4 to 5 p.m., Monday (Jan. 28) in the Theatre.   His articles and images have appeared in publications such as Outdoor Photographer, Nature’s Best, Wildlife Refuge, Nature Conservancy, National Wildlife, Wonderful West Virginia, Birders World, Country, Nature Photographer, and Outdoor & Nature Photographer.  The free program is open to the public.  (Submitted by Martha McGovern 1.25.08)

Center Dedication.  You are cordially invited to join us at 10 a.m., Monday (Jan. 28) in the Little Theatre for the dedication of WVU Parkersburg’s new Center for Leadership Development and the launch of the inaugural class of the WVU Parkersburg Leadership Academy. Guest speaker for the dedication is former WVU President Dave Hardesty who will speak on “Ten Habits of Highly Successful Organizations.”   Following Dr. Hardesty’s address, you are invited to attend the ribbon cutting of the Center for Leadership Development located in the back of the Library. Following the ribbon cutting, you are invited to tour the new Center and enjoy light refreshments.  (Submitted by Dr. Rhonda Richards 1.23.08)

Poster Presentations.  Nursing students will display cancer information posters on Monday (Jan. 28) from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the cafeteria hallway area. Visit the presentations to learn:  the risk factors of cancer and how you can protect yourself and what screening tests are available and when should you be screened.  (Submitted by Rose Beebe 1.18.08)

Admissions/Records Hours Changing.  Beginning Monday, Feb. 4, 2008, the Admissions & Records Office will be open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday.  This will align office hours with many other campus offices. (Submitted by Leslie Sims 1.18.08)

PEIA Open Enrollment April 1-30.  To view the latest announcement about PEIA 2008 Open Enrollment, please refer to the following web site.  (Submitted by Peggy Jameson 1.18.08)

Grant Development Web Site.  Academic Affairs has a newly updated web site to assist faculty and staff in their grant writing efforts. Check it out.  We want your feedback!  Note: Links to the site are also available on the Academic Affairs web page.  (Submitted by Kim Jones 1/17/08)

Campus Celebration.  The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will be celebrated in a program of inspiration, song and dance Tuesday (Jan. 22).  MORE

College Facility Request Form.  A new on-line College Facility Request form is available.  It can be accessed from the Intranet's Forms link or the Faculty/Staff Info page. This form is to request any use of facilities for special events or functions. Any use of rooms at WVU Parkersburg outside regularly-scheduled academic courses must be scheduled through this system.  It is managed through the Corporate and Community Education division.  Contact J.B. Skidmore for additional information.  (Submitted by Mary Beth Busch 1/17/08)

UPS Drop Box.  WVU and its regional campuses have entered into a contract to ship packages overnight via UPS. A drop box is located on the back loading dock that can be used for personal shipments. Shipments will be picked up daily at approximately 6 p.m.. Individuals will need a personal credit card in order to use this service. The drop box contains all envelopes and mailing labels. College shipments will also use UPS in most instances. These shipments will continue to be brought to Purchasing and charged to the appropriate budget code. DO NOT place official packages in the drop box. Contact Kevin in Purchasing with questions.  (Submitted by Wayne Riley, 1/16/08)

Electronic Purchase Requisitions.  As part of its automation of procurement, the Purchasing Department is accepting electronic purchase requisitions. The form can be accessed on the WVU Parkersburg Intranet Forms link or the Faculty/Staff Info page. Electronic requisitions should be sent to wvuppurchasing@mail.wvu.edu as an attachment to an email. The email (requisition) must come from the funds' administrator having spending authority over the applicable budget.  (Submitted by Wayne Riley 1/14/08)

Social Justice Film Series.  To review this semester's Social Justice Film Series schedule, visit the SJ home page and click on "Film Series." Films are offered free of charge under the educational exemption so that students may attend for class credit and are designed to add value to courses in history, sociology, humanities and other disciplines. Faculty are asked to offer course credit for student attendance when possible and to suggest to your Social Justice Committee faculty representative films you would like to see included in the future. Faculty and staff are also welcome to attend the films.  (Submitted by Debbie Richards 1/14/08)

Employees of the Month.  Congratulations to the WVU at Parkersburg Maintenance Department. The Maintenance Department workers have been selected as Employee of the Month for January.  MORE (Submitted 1/11/08)

Cap and Gown. I believe that during Fall Graduation a staff or faculty member left his or her cap and gown in the SGA Office. If you are missing yours, please call our office at 308 or stop by. Thank you.  (Submitted by Jennifer Hitt 1/11/08)

Welcome.  Fritzann Isenhart started working as a Child Care Assistant II in the Child Care Center on January 7th. Lisa Farrow joins the Physical Plant as a Mountaineer Temp worker on January 10th.  (Submitted by Peggy Jameson 1/10/08)

Learn about Bulgaria.  Learn about Bulgarian Language and Culture in a 12-session course beginning Jan. 28.  Course to be taught by visiting lecturer and native Bulgarian Milena Popova.  Call CCE (277) or visit the 2008 on-line CCE schedule for details.  (Submitted by Mary Beth Busch 1/10/08)

Kindle E-Reader.  The library has purchased a Kindle, Amazon's new electronic book reader. Faculty and staff may borrow the Kindle for three days to examine this impressive technology. Students may use the reader in the library. Please contact Stephen Hupp for additional information.  (Submitted 1/10/08)

State of the State.  Link to 2008 WV State of the State address, including video and text, is available here.  (Submitted 1/9/08)

 

Library Hours.  Library hours for spring term are Monday-Thursdays 8AM-9PM, Fridays and Saturdays 8AM-4PM, Sundays Closed. (Submitted by Stephen Hupp 1/9/08)

State of the State.  WV Gov. Joe Manchin’s fourth State of the State message will be broadcast live on the Internet, starting at 7 p.m. on Wednesday (Jan. 9). To view the address live, Internet users should visit the home page of the Governor’s Office and click on the State of the State icon. In addition, West Virginia Public Broadcasting, West Virginia Public Radio and various media outlets will broadcast the address live.  (Submitted 1/8/07)
 

Payroll Deduction Winner.  Happy New Year to Pam Braden! She has won a $25 gift card from Colombo’s Restaurant as a result of her enrollment in the Foundation's Payroll Deduction Program.  Payroll deduction forms are available at the Foundation Office or by calling 424-8340.  Choose from over 120 unique funds to support a purpose or an academic division that means something special to you!  (Submitted 1/3/08 by Jenny Keup)

Memorial Service.  A memorial service for David Sindledecker, former director of theatre at the college, will be held at 2 PM on Sunday, January 6, at the Smoot Theatre.  (Submitted by H.G. Young 1/3/08)