Memos Category
Published: Oct 18th, 2001
Charles E. Young, President
The ISIS course registration and information system is a state- of-the-art service we provide to UF students. A few years ago, the decision was made to add a course textbook information service to this system. Students who register for courses can click a button and instantly learn which texts and course materials they will need. They can purchase these well before the semester begins if they wish to begin reading. Any bookstore in Gainesville can access the database to […]
Published: Oct 18th, 2001
Dr. William Properzio, Director
Public concern is high regarding the potential threat created by chemical and biological agents sent through the mail. Guidance regarding the recognition and handling of mail to minimize the potential risk has been issued by various health and law enforcement agencies. Environmental Health and Safety has posted a summary advisory that addresses the recognition of potential problems and handling procedures on its web site.
It is recommended that this guidance be distributed to all individuals that may distribute, receive and […]
Published: Oct 16th, 2001
James Scott, Vice President for Student Affairs
Please join us on Wednesday, October 31, 2001 to recognize and honor Dr. Phyllis Meek, Associate Dean of Students, who will be retiring on November 2, 2001 after 35 years of service to the University of Florida. The reception will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 PM in room 123 of the J. Wayne Reitz Union. A brief program will be held at 3:00 PM. The Division of Student Affairs and the Dean of Students Office […]
Published: Oct 15th, 2001
Dennis C. Jett, Dean
The International Center has added a new feature to its web site — the Country Specialist Database. This Database should be extremely useful to UF faculty and staff who wish to engage in multidisciplinary, international efforts. It will also help colleges, centers and departments as they seek to promote a global perspective at UF.
The Database provides UF faculty and staff the opportunity to add their name to a list of those who have expertise in a particular country. Anyone […]
Published: Oct 15th, 2001
Phillip Barkley, MD, Director
The Student Health Care Center is launching its annual Influenza Prevention Campaign beginning October 15, 2001 and running through mid December. UF students, faculty, and staff can receive their influenza vaccine injection at any of a number of clinics across campus. To access a printable listing of these clinics, go to our website www.health.ufl.edu/shcc/flushots.htm
Persons most at risk for developing problems associated with Influenza are those with chronic illnesses such as heart, lung, kidney or metabolic diseases such as asthma, […]
Published: Oct 15th, 2001
David O’Brien, Director Physical Plant Division;
John Madey, Assistant Director Telecommunications
The Telecommunications Department is responsible for the distribution of the University of Florida campus directory and the BellSouth Gainesville directory. Our distribution list needs to be updated prior to the delivery of the 2001-2002 directories. Please respond to the following questions by November 9th. If this form is not returned, amounts will remain the same as last year.
Housing, Student Government, Health Center, Shands, and off campus IFAS locations receive bulk shipments and do […]
Published: Oct 12th, 2001
Charles Frazier, Vice Provost
UF employees can benefit by improving their computer skills when they take advantage of the university’s new Computer Challenge initiative.
The Computer Challenge is a coordinated approach to computer training opportunities available to UF faculty and staff. It provides employees with a roadmap to help them decide what training to take in order to improve their computer skills-as well as where on campus that training is available. Certificates are offered when certain tracks of training are completed. Available courses range […]
Published: Oct 10th, 2001
Chief Everett Stevens, University Police Department
Since the Sept. 11 attacks, government and public service agencies across the nation have been working to increase and tighten security in many aspects of American life. The University of Florida and the UF Police Department have shared in this tightening, and continue to formulate plans and directives that will help to make the university community as safe as possible. As we continue our efforts we are asking that all students, faculty, and staff remain vigilant and […]
Published: Oct 4th, 2001
David O’Brien, Director
University of Florida Physical Plant Division announces that the PPD Motor Pool has completed installation of new fuel tanks and has resumed 24-hour fueling services.
Thank you for your patience during the recent construction at our facility.
Published: Oct 3rd, 2001
Winfred M. Phillips, Vice President
In an effort to foster entrepreneurial culture, the University of Florida Commercialization Council of the Office of Research and Graduate Programs will run a lunch seminar series entitled “Entrepreneurship for Scientists and Engineers”. It is a series of five seminars designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who want an introduction to new business creation at UF. Attendees will gain knowledge about the functional areas of business, potential sources of capital, and the basics of intellectual property. The first seminar will […]
