FALCON DAILY
Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016
“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the water to create many ripples.” --Mother Teresa
$20 million goal reached earlier than anticipated
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Chancellor Dean Van Galen, left, and Chris Mueller, assistant chancellor of University Advancement and president of UW-River Falls Foundation, right, announce the capital campaign goal of $20 million has been reached six months earlier than anticipated during the Spring Opening Meeting held Tuesday in the UC. The Rising to Distinction Campaign<https://www.uwrf.edu/RisingToDistinction/>, the university's first comprehensive fundraising campaign, launched in 2011. Private support provided increased funding for student scholarships, enhanced learning opportunities and new facilities. For more information, visit <http://www.uwrf.edu/News/University-of-Wisconsin-River-Falls-Reaches-20-Million-Fundraising-Milestone-Six-Months-Early.cfm> http://www.uwrf.edu/News/University-of-Wisconsin-River-Falls-Reaches-20-Million-Fundraising-Milestone-Six-Months-Early.cfm. Photo by Kathy M Helgeson.
Announcements
Mandatory Executive Order 54 training
Reminder: Feb. 15 is the deadline for all employees to certify to their supervisors that they have completed training regarding <https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/code/executive_orders/2011_scott_walker/2011-54.pdf> Executive Order 54<https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/code/executive_orders/2011_scott_walker/2011-54.pdf>, which requires all UW employees to report child abuse and neglect encountered during the course of their employment. An EO54 training course, with certification, can be found at <http://wcwpds.wisc.edu/mandatedreporter/> http://wcwpds.wisc.edu/mandatedreporter/.
Travel reimbursement updates
Effective Jan. 4 with travel, UW System implemented the GSA decrease in the standard mileage rate for personal vehicles down from $.575 per mile to $.54 per mile. This rate has been updated online in the E-Reimbursement system as the standard rate. For trips over 100 miles roundtrip, please still select the turndown rate which has not changed.
Calculating Per Diem deductions on the E-Reimbursement form – no need to attach the calculator when this is done.
<https://uw.foxworldtravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/How-to-Choose-the-Per-Diem-Deductions-20150923.pdf>https://uw.foxworldtravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/How-to-Choose-the-Per-Diem-Deductions-20150923.pdf
If questions, email <mailto:[log in to unmask]> [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or call 3263.
Annual Budget Request Cycle Requests due by Feb. 1
An important deadline is approaching in the Annual Budget Request Cycle Requests for funding must be recommended to your respective Chancellor’s Cabinet member by Monday, Feb. 1. Find more information at <http://www.uwrf.edu/Budget/Budget-Cycle.cfm> http://www.uwrf.edu/Budget/Budget-Cycle.cfm.
Seeking non-traditional student rep to serve on Board of Regents
The Governor is seeking applicants for the non-traditional student representative on the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents. The undergraduate student representative must be at least 24 years of age and represent the views of non-traditional students, such as those who are employed or who are parents; this representative will serve for two years. The representative must be enrolled at least half-time in a University of Wisconsin institution, be in good academic standing, be a Wisconsin resident, and be enrolled for their entire term. The online application will require uploading a cover letter, resume, and essay found on Governor Walker’s website: <http://www.walker.wi.gov/> www.walker.wi.gov<http://www.walker.wi.gov> (select the “Apply” tab on the right side of the page, then click the “Boards/Commissions” tab). The deadline for submitting application materials is noon on Friday, Jan. 29. Potential applicants with questions about the appointments process should contact Elizabeth Hizmi at 608-266-1212.
No Fast Copy deliveries until Monday
Fast Copy will not be making any deliveries until the beginning of Spring Semester. Please give a contact number for picking up print jobs.
Spring URSCA Day
The 2016 Spring URSCA Day is May 4 from noon to 2 p.m. in the Riverview Ballroom, UC. All members of the campus community are invited to attend, and we encourage you to ask your undergraduate students to present their research, scholarly, and creative projects at this dynamic and content-rich Falcon Five event. We welcome URSCA presentations in the form of posters, 2D and 3D art, powerpoint presentations, and interactive displays. To present, undergraduates should by April 25 at http://www.uwrf.edu/URSCA/SpringURSCADay.cfm. For additional information on all of the URSCA Spring Semester opportunities including workshops, research and travel grants, and other dissemination events, visit http:/www.uwrf.edu/URSCA/ or email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.
Responses to State of the State address
A news release regarding the State of the State address featuring responses from UW System President Ray Cross and Board of Regents President Regina Millner can be found at <https://www.wisconsin.edu/news/archive/uw-system-president-regent-president-applaud-state-of-the-state-focus-on-student-access-opportunity-affordability/> https://www.wisconsin.edu/news/archive/uw-system-president-regent-president-applaud-state-of-the-state-focus-on-student-access-opportunity-affordability/.
Insurance ID cards: important reminders from ETF
Most participants in the group health insurance program should have received new ID cards from their health plans and dental plans (if enrolled) for 2016. If you have not received your card(s) by the end of January, contact your plan.
It’s a good idea to:
* Review the card for accuracy. Are all of your dependents listed accurately?
* If you receive more than one set of cards, always carry the most recent with you.
* If you are participating in Uniform Dental Benefits for 2016 and have not received your new ID card, you can print one online at http://www.deltadentalwi.com/state-of-wi. * Present this card when receiving dental services, and tell your provider this is new coverage if you had Delta Dental previously through your health plan.
* You will not automatically get a new Navitus ID card for prescription drug coverage for 2016. Contact Navitus directly if you have questions.
* State employees: If you have VSP vision insurance, you will not receive a card, but you can print one online at https://vsp.com/go/stateofwiemployees. VSP assigned new member numbers for 2016. When your provider looks up your coverage, suggest they use your name and date of birth if your coverage doesn’t show under the member number in the doctor’s records.
Upcoming Events
Women’s ice hockey vs. UW-Stevens Point, Friday, Jan. 22, 7:05 p.m., Hunt Arena.
Women’s ice hockey vs. UW-Stevens Point, Saturday, Jan. 23, 2:05 p.m., Hunt Arena.
Women’s basketball vs. UW-Platteville, Saturday, Jan. 23, 3 p.m., Karges.
Men’s and women’s track and field vs. intrasquad/alumni, Saturday, Jan. 23, TBD, Knowles Center.
Spring Semester classes begin Monday, Jan. 25.
Don't Forget
Thursday, Jan. 21
New student registration: freshmen and transfers.
University Staff Senate Special Meeting about a wage adjustment proposal, 1 p.m., 116/117 WEB. All University Staff are invited to attend this open meeting. The meeting may go into closed session. An agenda may be found at <https://www.uwrf.edu/UniversityStaffSenate/upload/USS-Agenda-Special-Mtg-01-21-16.pdf> https://www.uwrf.edu/UniversityStaffSenate/upload/USS-Agenda-Special-Mtg-01-21-16.pdf.
Men’s ice hockey vs. UW-Eau Claire, 7:05 p.m., Hunt Arena.
Opening Week events can be found at http://www.uwrf.edu/OpeningWeekEvents/.
Education News
“Wisconsin ranks among top states people are leaving,<http://wbay.com/2016/01/19/wisconsin-ranks-among-top-states-people-are-leaving/>” WBAY, Jan. 19.
“Scott Walker talks college affordability in first State of the State since presidential bid<http://host.madison.com/ct/news/local/govt-and-politics/scott-walker-talks-college-affordability-in-first-state-of-the/article_586c0af6-3045-50d8-b5c8-1dd42d37af91.html>,” The Capital Times, Jan. 20.
“Scott Walker touts state’s recovery as he seeks a political rebound<http://www.jsonline.com/news/statepolitics/scott-walker-signals-a-re-election-run-in-2018-b99654790z1-365806511.html>,” Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Jan. 19.
“Walker promises to help people find jobs, bolster education<http://www.startribune.com/walker-delivers-6th-state-of-state-address/365760741/>,” AP, Jan. 19.
“Walker’s speech draws partisan reaction,<http://www.leadertelegram.com/News/Daily-Updates/2016/01/20/State-s-position-debated%28copy%29.html>” Eau Claire Leader-Telegram, Jan. 20.
“Educators Seek to Ease Pressure in College Admissions Process<http://www.wsj.com/articles/educators-seek-to-ease-pressure-in-college-admissions-process-1453249687>,” The Wall Street Journal, Jan. 19.
“Scaling Back on Branding<https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2016/01/20/university-oregon-drops-multimillion-dollar-branding-campaign>,” Inside Higher Ed, Jan. 20.
“College Towns Get New Housing, but It’s Decidedly Not Dorms<http://www.nytimes.com/2016/01/20/realestate/commercial/developers-give-new-meaning-to-college-towns.html?ref=education&_r=1>,” The New York Times, Jan. 19.
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