FALCON DAILY

Thursday, June 19, 2014

"If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” --Wayne Dyer

Economic and Community Development VP visits campus

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Tricia Braun, vice president of Economic and Community Development for Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation, toured campus Wednesday. One of the stops included the Small Business Development Center and Center for Innovation and Business Development where she heard from respective directors Steve DeWald and Danielle Campeau (shown here with Braun) about their programs. Braun is a UWRF alum. Photo by Kathy M Helgeson.

Announcements

UWRF t-shirts available at Falcon Shop
Purchase $5 UWRF t-shirts today through Friday, June 20, at the Falcon Shop, UC.
Open meetings for transfer coordinator of admissions position
Please join us for open interview meetings for the transfer coordinator of admissions position.
Friday June 20, 2-2:45 p.m., Chippewa River Room, UC, Tony Kelm;
Monday, June 23, 9-9:45 a.m., Willow River Room, UC, Tom Bruflat;
Monday, June 23, 2-2:45 p.m., Chippewa River Room, UC, Kelly Kyllo;
Tuesday, June 24, 9-9:45 a.m., Willow River Room, UC, Sarah Campbell;
Tuesday, June 24, 2-2:45 p.m. Chippewa River Room, UC, Laura Boche.
Submit questions/comments to Search and Screen Chair [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.

Fast Copy rates to increase July 1
 As of July 1, Fast Copy will have new rates for their services to help with increased operating costs. The new rate sheet includes some small price increases, with no price increases for many services. We have kept the increases small in part by having a higher price point for our off-campus clients. Our new prices can be found on our website or you also may find them on the printed brochure in your building's mailroom. We thank you for your understanding and look forward to serving your needs in the future. For more information, email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.
Convenience copier rates to increase July 1
As of July 1, Convenience Copiers will have new rates for their machines. This new rate is the first increase in several years and is needed to account for increased operating costs. Prices will increase by $.005 per copy. We thank you for your understanding and look forward to serving your needs in the future. For more information, email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.

Asset removal forms available
If you know you have had a piece of capital equipment/asset removed during this fiscal year by either selling it or discarding it, please fill out an Asset Removal Form<http://www.uwrf.edu/Purchasing/AssetManagement.cfm> and submit it to Purchasing Services at  8 NH by Friday, June 27. A capital asset is considered a single tangible object that is valued at $5,000 or greater at the time of purchase and should have a silver inventory tag on it. (Disregard computers in this context. Although they have an inventory tag, they are not considered as capital equipment, unless it’s a server, etc.). If you have any further questions regarding Asset Management, visit  <http://www.uwrf.edu/Purchasing/AssetManagement.cfm> http://www.uwrf.edu/Purchasing/AssetManagement.cfm or email <mailto:[log in to unmask]> <mailto:http://www.uwrf.edu/Purchasing/AssetManagement.cfm> [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. Thank you for the forms that have already been received.

Classified staff employment opportunity
* IS Technical Services Specialist (Enterprise Desktop/Endpoint Systems Architect), application deadline is July 9.
If interested, visit https://jobs.uwrf.edu/postings/search to view details about the position and the application process. Direct questions to [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.

Upcoming Events

Friday, June 20, 10-10:45 a.m., Willow River Room, UC, Open meeting for assistant director of admissions position candidate:  Melissa Perez. Please join us for open interview with our final candidate. Submit questions/comments to Search and Screen Chair [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.

Tuesday, June 24, 11 a.m.-noon, St. Croix Room, UC, Lunch and Learn:  Mindfulness 101. All employees are welcome to attend and bring your lunch. Kali Higgins from the Healthy Communities Partnership will speak about what mindfulness is and why is it important. Learn about the mind-body connection and how mindfulness practices can help lower physical and emotional stress as well as boost your overall sense of well-being. Participants will also have the opportunity to experience two different guided meditations. Provided by Healthy Communities Partnership, River Falls Area Hospital, part of Allina Health in collaboration with the University Advisory Council on Health and Wellness. For questions or additional information, call 3293 or email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>


Don't Forget

Thursday, June 19

*  10-10:45 a.m., Willow River Room, UC, Open meeting for assistant director of admissions position candidate:  Scott Kirkessner. Please join us for open interview with our first of three candidates. Another candidate, Jessica Herman, is here today from 2-2:45 p.m. in the Chippewa River Room, UC, and the final open meeting is with candidate Melissa Perez on Friday, June 20, from 10-10:45 a.m. in the Willow River Room, UC. Submit questions/comments to Search and Screen Chair [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.

*  11 a.m.-1 p.m., UC mall (if rain, moved inside to the C-Store), Outdoor Grill. Open each Thursday (closed July 3) through Aug. 28. Items for purchase include:  hamburgers, cheeseburgers, veggie burgers, brats, hot dogs, chips, candy, fruit, Best Maid cookies and bars. Meal deals offered.

*  2-2:45 p.m., Chippewa River Room, UC, Open meeting for assistant director of admissions position candidate:  Jessica Herman. Please join us for open interview with our second of three candidates. The final open meeting is with candidate Melissa Perez on Friday, June 20, from 10-10:45 a.m. in the Willow River Room, UC. Submit questions/comments to Search and Screen Chair [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.

Employment transfer opportunity
University Services Program Associate (100%), Pay Schedule 02, Pay Range 11, Athletics Department. Find more information at http://jobs.uwrf.edu/postings/447. Eligible candidates must be a permanent classified employee and hold a position that is equal to or higher than the announced position. Contact [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> with questions regarding transfer eligibility. If interested and eligible to transfer, submit a letter of interest and a resume to Deb Schwab, Human Resources Office, 216 North Hall, no later than today, June 19.

Education News
"2 tornadoes tear through UW campus, neighborhoods in Platteville<http://www.jsonline.com/weather/2-tornadoes-tear-through-uw-campus-neighborhoods-in-platteville-b99293510z1-263521881.html>," Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, June 17.
"Experts: 2 tornadoes confirmed in Platteville<http://www.thonline.com/news/breaking/article_acfaa95e-f606-11e3-bc32-001a4bcf6878.html>," Dubuque Telegraph-Herald, June 17.
"UW-Plattville coach herds 150 children to safety during storm<http://www.leadertelegram.com/news/daily_updates/article_351553ba-f6ee-11e3-b924-001a4bcf887a.html>," Associated Press, June 18.
"A smart way to skip college in pursuit of a job<http://www.nytimes.com/2014/06/18/business/economy/udacity-att-nanodegree-offers-an-entry-level-approach-to-college.html?ref=education>," New York Times, June 17.
"'Tough love' for higher ed<http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2014/06/18/report-calls-tougher-federal-standards-four-year-colleges#sthash.jhtezzwf.dpbs>," Inside Higher Ed, June 18.
To view news about the UW System from around the state, visit the <http://www.wisconsin.edu/clipsheet/index.php> UW System’s clipsheet<http://www.wisconsin.edu/clipsheet/index.php>.

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