Archive for “May 2013 ”
Published: May 31st, 2013
Matt Fajack, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Beginning this summer, in an effort to free up resources for departments, UF Purchasing will introduce a new PrintSmart initiative designed to help departments save money on scanning, faxing, printing and copying. Research at other universities has demonstrated that implementing a campus-wide managed print solution provides significant savings and increased efficiencies.
PrintSmart begins with a departmental assessment to determine the sizes and types of equipment-including multifunctional devices (MFDs) and workgroup printers-will best meet a unit’s needs. […]
Published: May 28th, 2013
Dr. David P. Norton, Vice President for Research
Over the past year, the UF Office of Research has undergone some restructuring to better serve the needs of the UF research enterprise. The Office of Research is now composed of the following:
The Division of Sponsored Programs, formerly known as DSR, facilitates institutional approval for all extramural proposal submissions, accepts and administers grant awards, and negotiates contracts and other research-related agreements on behalf of the University of Florida.
The Division of Research Compliance supports and promotes […]
Published: May 28th, 2013
Dr. David Norton, Vice President for Research
The Office of Research is pleased to announce the assignment of Dr. David R. Nelson, M.D. to assistant vice president for collaborative research in the life sciences. In his current position as director of the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI), Dr. Nelson has supported university efforts in facilitating interdisciplinary activities in the life and medical science. This assignment within the Office of Research formally recognizes the cross-campus mission of the CTSI, and seeks to further […]
Published: May 24th, 2013
Dr. Henry T. Frierson, Associate Vice President and Dean of the Graduate School
The Graduate School is pleased to announce the appointment of David Mazyck, Ph.D., as Interim Associate Dean of the Graduate School and Director of the Office of Graduate Minority Programs, effective May 16, 2013.
Mazyck received his Ph.D. from the Pennsylvania State University where he studied environmental engineering and fuel science. He joined the University of Florida in 2000 and presently holds the position of Professor in the College of Engineering […]
Published: May 21st, 2013
Sheri P. Austin, Asst. Vice President, University Budgets
Applications to establish or adjust Material and Supply Fees and Equipment Use Fees for the Spring 2014 Term are now being accepted. All departmental requests should be submitted no later than September 13, 2013 and Deans approvals by September 20, 2013. Provost required approval requests should be approved by the Dean and submitted to the Provost no later than September 13, 2013.
Existing fees should be reviewed to determine if you are charging the appropriate fee […]
Published: May 7th, 2013
Susan Robell, Scholarship Chair, University Women’s Club
The Board of the University Women’s Club has approved five (5) scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each to be awarded to graduate students this year. The student must, at least, be completing the first year of graduate study and must be a U.S. citizen and permanent resident. The awards for men and women are based on scholastic excellence, character and financial need. Only one student may be nominated by a department or program.
To complete the […]
Published: May 3rd, 2013
Curtis A. Reynolds, Vice President for Business Affairs
I am pleased to announce that Matthew I. Williams has accepted the position of Director for the Office of Sustainability. Mr. Williams will assume the role of Director on May 20, 2013.
Mr. Williams was instrumental in establishing the Office of Sustainability at Auburn University in addition to a wide range of sustainability related programs and collaborative projects across campus and the community. Mr. Williams currently serves as Program Manager for Sustainability at Auburn University.
Prior to […]
Published: May 3rd, 2013
Michael V. McKee, Assistant Vice President and University Controller
It is that time of year again to prepare for the annual closing of the fiscal year. The 2012-2013 fiscal year ends on June 30, 2013. The scheduled date for closing the General Ledger for the 2013 fiscal year is Thursday, July 11, 2013.
Year-end closing requires the coordinated efforts of Finance and Accounting and campus departments to ensure that all financial activity is accurately recorded. It is important that all departments review and reconcile […]
Published: May 2nd, 2013
Dr. David S. Guzick, Senior Vice President for Health Affairs, President, UF&Shands Health System
Dr. Joseph Glover, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
Following a rigorous national search, we are pleased to announce the appointment of Anna McDaniel, Ph.D., R.N., F.A.A.N, as dean of the University of Florida College of Nursing. Dr. McDaniel will start this summer.
We are grateful for the efforts of the search committee led by chair Michael Perri, Ph.D., dean of the College of Public Health and Health Professions, […]
Published: May 2nd, 2013
Joe Glover, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
I am pleased to announce that Dr. Daniel Connaughton has agreed to serve as Interim Dean of Health and Human Performance beginning May 10 through June 30, 2013. Dr. Connaughton currently serves as Interim Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and is a Professor and Interim Graduate Coordinator for the Department of Tourism, Recreation & Sport Management. He will succeed Dr. Kelli Brown, who is stepping down as interim dean on May 10, after […]
