Memos Category
Published: Jul 24th, 2007
Sheri P. Austin, Director, University Budgets
We are now accepting applications to establish or adjust material and supply fees for the Spring 2008 term. The decision to implement new or modified fee requests must be approved by the President by August 24th. Therefore, please submit your requests to me by August 15, 2007.
Please review your course fees and applicable supplies for relevancy. A request to increase a fee should be accompanied by a detailed description of the cost associated with the increase, […]
Published: Jul 24th, 2007
Dr. Patricia Telles-Irvin, Vice President for Student Affairs
I am writing to announce some important personnel changes within the Division of Student Affairs at the University of Florida. These exciting changes will ensure our ability to embrace new opportunities while also continuing to serve the needs of a highly talented Gator student population.
It is with pride and sadness that we announce the departure of Dr. Ainsley Carry. Dr. Carry is leaving UF to become the Senior Associate Vice President and Dean of Students […]
Published: Jul 20th, 2007
Kyle J. Cavanaugh, Senior Vice President for Administration
The Office of Human Resource Services has prepared a list of employer costs for benefits and retirement as well as federal and state mandated charges that are incurred with all payroll activities.
• SALARIED POSITIONS—Employer (Grant) costs of REQUIRED benefits:
FRS
(regular class)
ORP
DROP
Retirement
9.85%
10.43%
10.91%
OASDI and Medicare Tax
7.65%
7.65%
7.65%
Workers’ Compensation
.98%
.98%
.98%
Unemployment Compensation
.12%
.12%
.12%
Total Employer Cost
18.60%
19.18%
19.66%
• SALARIED POSITIONS—Employer (Grant) costs of employee option benefits:
State Employees’ Group HEALTH Plan
Now through the pay period ending May 15, 2008
Coverage
Monthly
Annually
Individual
$377.86
$4,534.32
Family
$787.60
$9,451.20
Spouse Plan
$483.80
$5,805.60
Effective beginning the pay period May 16, 2008
Coverage
Monthly
Annually
Individual
$399.26
$4,791.12
Family
$835.98
$10,031.76
Spouse […]
Published: Jul 12th, 2007
Janie Fouke, Provost
Dr. Sheila Dickison who has served as director of the Honors Program since 1996 will be stepping down on August 1 and will return to the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. CLAS is pleased to have Dr. Dickison return to the college office as Associate Dean where her areas of responsibility will include: curriculum, academic programs, SACS reviews, the undergraduate catalog and scholarships. She will serve as the College liaison with the General Education Council and the Undergraduate Advising […]
Published: Jul 10th, 2007
Janie Fouke, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
Daniel A. Wubah, Associate Provost for Undergraduate Affairs
It is our pleasure to announce that Mr. John Denny, Assistant Director in the Honors Program, has been appointed Interim Director of the Honors Program. He will oversee the operations of the Honors Program as we enhance undergraduate experience across campus.
John came to the University of Florida in 2001 as Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Disability Resources. He was instrumental in opening the Disability […]
Published: Jul 3rd, 2007
Kyle J. Cavanaugh, Senior Vice President for Administration
Effective Monday July 2, 2007, President Machen announced a campus-wide hiring freeze. The purpose of this memorandum is to serve as additional guidance related to the hiring freeze and related transactions. As you review the information, it is important to understand that it is expected that requests for hiring exceptions be kept to an absolute minimum in light of current and potential future budgetary constraints.
During the week of July 2, reports will be sent to […]
Published: Jul 3rd, 2007
Dr. Eugene L. Zdziarski, Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students
Weeks of Welcome (WOW!) is in the planning stages for the fall semester to enhance the transition process for new students and welcome back returning students. The main goal is to offer programs and highlight services for students in an effort to introduce them to the UF community and promote student engagement. In particular, the objectives for Weeks of Welcome are as follows:
• Develop campus-wide events specific to first-year, transfer and […]
Published: Jul 2nd, 2007
Michael V. McKee, Assistant Vice President and University Controller
In support of the Universities’ commitment to sustainability, Purchasing Services and the Office of Sustainability have developed a Sustainable Purchasing Directive. This directive can be found on the web at http://www.purchasing.ufl.edu/main_sustainable.asp.
Purchasing is continuing to work with vendors to identify additional products which are manufactured using recycled materials, are energy-efficient, carry a sustainable certification, contribute to reduced waste and support UF’s goals in sustainability.
If you have questions, please contact Purchasing at Purchasing@ufl.edu
Published: Jul 2nd, 2007
J. Bernard Machen, President
In light of a projected budget deficit of between $20 million and $30 million, a campuswide hiring freeze is being implemented effective immediately. The hiring freeze will apply to all faculty and staff positions; however, exceptions will be considered for those positions that are funded from non-state sources such as contracts and grants and clinical revenue. You will receive instructions for exception considerations within the next week.
The projected budget deficit is the result of Several factors. During this year’s […]
Published: Jul 2nd, 2007
Michael V. McKee, Assistant Vice-President and University Controller
The 2007 Florida legislature created Florida Statute 1001.706 stating:
“Except as otherwise provided by law, university employees are public employees for purposes of Section 112 of the Florida Statutes and any payment for travel and per diem expenses shall not exceed the level specified in Section 112.061.”
Beginning July 1, 2007, the University of Florida will now be required to follow Florida Statute 112.061 for all travel reimbursements of the University and integrated direct support organizations. Current […]
