Memos Category
Published: Jun 19th, 2000
John P. Kruczek, University Controller
In accordance with the Standard Practice from the State University System (SUS), the Operating Budget for next year will be installed on the Florida Accounting Information Resource System (FLAIR). In the event the new year Operating Budget is not installed on the FLAIR by July 21, 2000, available balance override will be authorized to allow all processing to continue until it is posted.
During this time, while the available balance checking is not being used, it is imperative that […]
Published: Jun 16th, 2000
Larry T. Ellis, Director
I am pleased to announce that University Personnel Services has reestablished its Training and Development section. By focusing on training and development as a critical service area within our division, we will be able to expand our programs to address the effects of emerging technology in the workplace and the demand for a well-trained workforce. Employee Relations will continue to provide services coordinated through our personnel satellite offices but will no longer manage our training efforts.
Please also join me […]
Published: Jun 15th, 2000
UF Portal Development Team
We’re pleased to announce the development of the University of Florida web portal. Through the common efforts of the CIO’s office, NERDC, OIR, and CIRCA, we expect that the first version of the portal will be available in the fall of 2000.
What’s a portal? A portal is a web site that aggregates a variety of web content and services and makes them easier to find. Sites like Yahoo (my yahoo.com) or AltaVista are portals for the entire Internet. Some […]
Published: Jun 15th, 2000
Milt Morris, Director of Governmental Relations
Dr. Colburn has requested that I compile a list of all contract lobbyists associated with the University of Florida state legislative efforts. If your unit has a contract lobbyist, please provide me the name and annual contract cost. I have a short deadline and your response will be appreciated.
Reply to: miltmorr@ufl.edu
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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Student Conduct
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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 […]
