Memos Category
Published: Aug 16th, 2000
Sheila K. Dickison, Associate Provost and Director of the Honors Program
The Honors Program keeps a database of all research projects at the University of Florida that could involve undergraduate students. We publish this database on the World Wide Web so that all undergraduate students can have an easily accessible means to find projects that may be of interest to them. We understand that all research projects will not be suitable for undergraduate students; however, it is our hope that some researchers will […]
Published: Aug 15th, 2000
Charles E. Young, Interim President
You are invited to join Administrative Affairs and the entire University of Florida community in wishing Vice President Jerry Schaffer farewell. A retirement reception will be held in Mr. Schaffer’s honor from 3 to 5 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 30, at the Touchdown Terrace. Presentations will begin at 3:30. Parking will be available in the North End Zone grass area.
Please distribute this message to your faculty and staff.
Published: Aug 14th, 2000
Charles E. Young, Interim President
I have named Dr. Jim Scott, Vice President for Student Affairs, as chair of the new Custodial Review Committee. All segments of campus will be represented on this committee, which will monitor potential problems of the shift change and recommend improvements.
Members of the committee will be named shortly. It will include the following:
Custodial staff night shift workers; A graduate and undergraduate student; Representatives from the UF faculty Senate; The UF Personnel Director; Two faculty members, one with expertise […]
Published: Aug 11th, 2000
Nancy Paris
Important dates concerning Fall semester tuition payment processing are listed below. Please be reminded that signed contracts (Letters of Appointment) are required for all Graduate Assistants. Completing an “on-line” Letter of Appointment does not replace the need to complete a contractual letter of appointment as specified in Article 2 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Contracts may be generated and printed via the Letter of Appointment File, which is highly encouraged. Complete instructions on using this process may be found on the […]
Published: Aug 11th, 2000
Philip S. Collis, Associate Director, Environmental Health and Safety
As most of you know, Bridgestone/Firestone, Inc. has issued a recall for some of their Firestone tires. In particular, the P235/75R15 Radial ATX and Radial ATX II tires and all Wilderness AT tires with a “VD” code have been recalled.
Please check your vehicles to see if any are equipped with these tires. The tires were original equipment on many Ford Explorers and light pick-up trucks.
If you have vehicles with these tires, please contact one […]
Published: Aug 9th, 2000
David Colburn, Interim Provost and Gerald Schaffer, Vice President for Administrative Affairs
A committee comprised of Physical Plant workers involved in shift changes and representatives from the UF Faculty Senate and Administrative Affairs will be appointed by the Provost on August 21, 2000 to provide on-going oversight of the shift changes. The committee will also review the impact of the shift changes on the operational effectiveness and on the health, safety, and well being of the Physical Plant workers.
The committee’s duties will include […]
Published: Aug 8th, 2000
Winfred M. Phillips, Vice President for Research & Kenneth I. Berns, Vice President for Health Affairs
The Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) at the University of Florida are making several changes to their operating procedures. These changes have become necessary for us to remain in compliance with federal regulations. Your continuing cooperation with the IRBs is appreciated.
The IRBs are currently requesting copies of all Department of Health and Human Service (DHHS) grant applications. Regulations require that the IRB review the “Entire grant application, exclusive […]
Published: Aug 8th, 2000
Lynn Frazier, Executive Associate Director, UF International Center
The International Center began providing immigration services to departments hiring employees to fill USPS, A&P, and OPS Professional positions in June 2000. These employment categories were added to the services already being provided for faculty and postdoctoral associates.
Upon careful re-examination of the regulations of the Immigration and Naturalization Service and the U.S. Department of Labor in light of these newly acquired responsibilities, we believe the University of Florida can no longer justify the use of […]
Published: Aug 8th, 2000
James A. Mau, Vice Chancellor Florida Board of Regents
Each of our universities has centers/institutes and outstanding faculty members with unique capabilities. Unfortunately, many people who need our knowledge and skills don’t know what we have to offer or how to contact us. It’s a common problem, not only in the public and private sectors but even within our own institutions.
Responding to the Needs of State and Local Governments and Florida Residents
This lack of knowledge is why we want to tell you about […]
Published: Aug 8th, 2000
Kenneth Osfield, ADA Director
As a service to the University community, the Committee on Persons with Disabilities is coordinating departmental ADA information sessions throughout the academic year. The information sessions have been coordinated through the ADA Office and the Dean of Students Office.
The purpose of the information sessions is to answer questions faculty and staff have about educating students with disabilities, including appropriate methods of providing accommodations.
Two types of information sessions are available. You and your department may elect to attend an inter-departmental […]
