Memos Category
Published: Feb 15th, 2012
David Sammons, Ph.D., Dean, UF International Center
Background
Under the sponsorship of the University of Florida International Center (UFIC), a fund is available to support UF student and faculty engagement with affiliated Indonesian universities with the goal of expanding collaborative activities that benefit UF and its Indonesian counterparts. Student grants will be available for students to engage in UF-initiated programs in Indonesia (e.g. studios, study tours, specialized courses), internships under the sponsorship of affiliated Indonesian universities, or mentored research projects. These can be credit […]
Published: Feb 13th, 2012
Danita D. Nias, Executive Director
In the spirit of promoting the exemplary quality of the University of Florida, the seventh annual UF Alumni Association Outstanding Young Alumni Awards Ceremony will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2012 at 9:30am before the Orange and Blue Game. Each college should select up to two young alumni between the ages of 22 and 35 to be recognized for their success and hard work. These extraordinary individuals will be awarded at breakfast and invited to sit in […]
Published: Jan 26th, 2012
Dr. David Guzick, Senior Vice President, Health Affairs and President, UF&Shands Health System Dr. Joe Glover, Senior Vice President and Provost Dr. Jack Payne, Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources Dr. Win Phillips, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Paula Fussell, Vice President, Human Resource Services
The University of Florida and Shands are working to create a new model for offering health and wellness insurance to provide more cost-effective, customized care and better health outcomes for employees and their dependents.
When […]
Published: Jan 23rd, 2012
Elias G. Eldayrie, Vice President & Chief Information Officer
The Technology Fee collected from students each year funds IT-based projects proposed by students, faculty, and staff. The submission deadline for 2012 “Tech Fee” concept papers is February 28. Last year the Tech Fee funded six projects, including university-wide access to lynda.com and the purchase of Netbooks for use in the libraries.
Anyone in the UF community with an idea that fits the guidelines is encouraged to research its viability with the IT unit who […]
Published: Jan 23rd, 2012
Ken Berns, Honorary Degrees Committee Chair
One of the traditional components of our commencement ceremonies is honoring individuals who have been selected to receive a university designated award (these include the honorary degree, the distinguished alumnus award, the distinguished achievement award, and the distinguished service award). We count on you and your colleagues to identify and nominate individuals who, through their accomplishments and service, are deserving of the university’s highest honors.
Nominations submitted by the March 1st deadline will be considered at the March […]
Published: Jan 19th, 2012
Jen Day Shaw, Ph.D., Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
The University Women’s Club awards scholarships each spring to undergraduate juniors and seniors. These awards are named in honor of the wives of past University of Florida Presidents and distinguished administrators. The requirements for consideration include full time enrollment at the University of Florida, current junior or senior status, a minimum of a 3.6 GPA, and participation in campus and/or community activities. In addition, there are two awards specifically […]
Published: Jan 17th, 2012
Dr. Angel Kwolek-Folland, Associate Provost, Academic Affairs
Workshops have been scheduled to discuss the preparation of tenure and promotion packets and the University evaluation process for 2012-2013.
We encourage faculty who will be submitting packets this fall, members of this year’s college/unit review boards, new hires, and other interested faculty who may be going through the process in the near future to attend one of these sessions:
DATE: Tuesday, March 20, 2012
TIME: 9:00am-11:00am
LOCATION: Health Science Center/Shands, Room 6120 (Atrium elevators to 6th Floor)
This workshop will be available to […]
Published: Jan 17th, 2012
Kevin Knudson, Chair, UF Innovation Academy Director Search Committee
The search committee for the position of Director of the new UF Innovation Academy (http://www.admissions.ufl.edu/ia.html) is pleased to announce the four finalists selected for on-campus interviews. Candidate itineraries and resumes may be viewed at the search website http://fora.aa.ufl.edu/Provost/SearchCommittees/Search-Innovation-Academy-Director. Each candidate has been asked to give a presentation on his or her vision for the program, and on behalf of the committee I invite you, your faculty, staff, and students to attend. The presentations will […]
Published: Jan 17th, 2012
W. Andrew McCollough, Associate Provost
Applications to establish a Distance Learning Fee for the summer and fall 2012 terms are now being accepted through PeopleSoft. All departmental applications should be submitted no later than Friday January 27, 2012 and Dean’s approval is required by Wednesday February 8, 2012.
Detailed information on course eligibility and the process for applying for a distance learning fee is available at the following website:
http://tnt.aa.ufl.edu/approval-process.aspx
All previously approved fees should be reviewed to determine if you are charging the appropriate fee […]
Published: Jan 13th, 2012
Jarrod Cruz, Director of Multicultural & Diversity Affairs
Multicultural & Diversity Affairs is proud to showcase the annual University of Florida Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration 2012. The University of Florida celebrates Dr. King’s legacy and his commitment to social justice through a collaborative campus-wide celebration of educational programs, social events and service initiatives designed to empower participants to use their strengths, passions, and talents to better the lives of others and impact their community. This year’s celebration will be from Monday, January 16th […]
