Memos Category
Published: Jun 13th, 2000
Winfred M. Phillips Vice President for Research, Dean of the Graduate School
The Office of Research and Graduate Programs seeks to attract an individual to the position of Associate Vice President for Research and Graduate Programs who has a broad vision of the University’s research and graduate programs. The individual should have a sincere desire to help the University be recognized as a first rate institution in these areas. He/she will be responsible to the Vice President for Research and Dean of the […]
Published: Jun 9th, 2000
James B. Morgan, Director
The University of Florida is pleased to announce that the University of Florida Bookstores will be managed by Follett Higher Education Group effective July 1, 2000. UF Bookstores has had its most successful year ever and expects to continue to grow under new contract management. The advantages of privatization include expanded e-commerce ventures; national-level marketing and training support; the ability to secure a higher percentage of faculty textbook adoptions; and plans for a new, world-class, state-of-the-art bookstore that will […]
Published: Jun 8th, 2000
David R. Colburn, Interim Provost
On the rare occasions when it is deemed appropriate to award a degree posthumously, there is often uncertainty as to the appropriate procedures to follow. To respond to these situations in a sensitive and consistent manner, the following University guidelines that were established by Dr. Andrew Sorensen are being continued:
Conferring of Degrees:
Undergraduate Degree:
Departments should notify their college dean of a proposed degree to be awarded posthumously.
The dean supporting the department’s wish to award a degree posthumously should address […]
Published: Jun 6th, 2000
Barbara C. Wingo, Deputy General Counsel
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Academic Affairs: P.K. Yonge Developmental ResearchSchool:
Pupil Placement, Promotion and Graduation
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Academic Affairs: P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School:
Student Conduct
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Academic Affairs: P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School:
Admission Policy
Attached is a copy of the Notices of Proposed Rulemaking for the above-referenced rules which are proposed for adoption or revision by the University. Please distribute and post the notices upon receipt.
NOTE: Please remember that by law you are required to print the notices and post the hard copy of this memorandum in an […]
Published: Jun 1st, 2000
Barbara Talmadge University Registrar
The UCC-1 (New Course Transmittal Form) and the UCC-2 (Course Termination or Change Transmittal Form) electronic forms now are available on the web. Please visit the web-sites listed below; you will be able to fill in the blanks on your computer, print the form, route it for the necessary signatures and forward it to Traci Taylor at the Office of the University Registrar, 215 Criser Hall or PO Box 114000 for undergraduate courses, or to Helen Martin in the […]
Published: May 31st, 2000
E. Lynn Frazier, Executive Associate Director
Beginning June 1, 2000, the University of Florida’s International Center will provide immigration services to departments hiring employees for USPS, A&P, and OPS Professional positions. This will provide “one-stop-shopping” convenience for departments seeking immigration assistance, and it will help facilitate the processing of applications.
Guidelines are being developed to outline the policies and procedures for use by the departments. They will generally parallel those already in place for the employment of academic staff. Due to the requirements of […]
Published: May 31st, 2000
James Scott, Vice President
I am pleased to announce that Norb Dunkel has been named Director of Housing at UF, effective June 26, 2000. Dunkel will be replacing James Grimm who is retiring at the end of this fiscal year. Dunkel currently serves as Associate Director for Staff and Student Development for the Division of Housing.
Published: May 31st, 2000
Gail F. Baker Vice President for Public Relations
The Board of Regents has approved two name changes. The College of Architecture is now the College of Design, Construction and Planning. The Department of Architecture is now the School of Architecture.
The newly-named College of Design, Construction and Planning is composed of two schools, the Rinker School of Building Construction and the School of Architecture, plus the three departments of Interior Design, Landscape Architecture and Urban and Regional Planning.
“These changes reflect the diverse programs and […]
Published: May 26th, 2000
Larry T. Ellis, Director of University Personnel Services
As more University of Florida employees enjoy desktop access to email and Internet, there is an increased need to ensure that everyone understands the rights and responsibilities regarding the use of these technologies, as well as the university’s policies regarding their use.
Like the telephone, email and Internet use should be restricted to business purposes. However, it is reasonable to expect that employees may occasionally access these resources for personal reasons. Employees should refrain from using […]
Published: May 25th, 2000
David R. Colburn, Interim Provost
I am pleased to announce that Dr. Neil Sullivan, Professor of Physics and Associate Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, has accepted the position of Interim Dean for the College. Dr. Sullivan previously served as Chair of Physics for four terms and oversaw the construction of the new Physics Building and the expansion of its undergraduate and graduate programs. I look forward to working with Dr. Sullivan and am convinced that he will represent the […]
