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VP for Research and Dean of Graduate School

Published: Jul 6th, 1998

Dr. Kenneth I. Berns, Chair Search Committee

The University of Florida is engaged in a search for a person to serve in the position of Vice President for Research and Dean of the Graduate School. This position is one of high-level responsibility within the university and involves a significant leadership role.

The attached position announcement provides some indication of the scope of duties and responsibilities of this position. I would appreciate any suggestions or nominations you have of individuals who might be strong prospects […]

1999 BellSouth Gainesville Telephone Directory

Published: Jul 1st, 1998

David S. O’Brien, Director

Please review the University of Florida department listings in the Gainesville directory. Listings begin on page 98 of the Gainesville Business white pages.

Determine how you wish your departmental name and telephone numbers to appear, fill out the information below and return to the Telecommunications Department, PPD 429, P.O. BOX 117725 or fax to 392-8701, NO LATER THAN AUGUST 3RD to ensure an accurate listing for your department. Send only departmental listings. DO NOT send personnel listings.

If you have any […]

M. Jack Ohanian Named Interim Vice President for Research

Published: Jun 30th, 1998

Jack Battenfield, Associate Vice President

GAINESVILLE — The head of research at the University of Florida’s College of Engineering will become UF’s interim vice president for research and dean of the Graduate School while a national search for a successor to Karen Holbrook is completed.

UF President John Lombardi on Monday named M. Jack Ohanian, the associate dean for research and administration in the College of Engineering, to take over for Holbrook, who announced last week she is leaving to become provost of the […]

Summer Commencement

Published: Jun 30th, 1998

Barbara Talmadge, University Registrar and Commencement Coordinator

Dear Degree Candidates, Faculty Members, Administrators and Guests,

Some of the information you received in the mail several weeks ago has been changed for the August 8 commencement. If the O’Connell Center construction is not completed in time, the ceremony will move to the south end zone of Florida Field. The final decision and a public announcement will be made by the end of July.

Regardless of location, the ceremony will begin at 8:30 a.m. Degree candidates and […]

Health Insurance Premium Increases for FY 1998-99

Published: Jun 25th, 1998

Peter H. Maren, Assistant Director

The General Appropriations Act (House Bill 4201) increased the employer portion of state health insurance premiums effective July 1, 1998. Employee premiums will increase effective January 1, 1999. The legislature did not change the benefit structure, the co-payment, or the deductible provisions.

We have been advised that these premium increases were necessary to avoid a projected deficit of $138.7 million to the Health Insurance Trust Fund for fiscal year 1998-99. The attached chart provides the new premiums for various […]

Decal Enforcement – Spring Break

Published: Jun 16th, 1998

Greg DuBois, Parking Administrative Services

Listed below are the guidelines for parking restriction enforcement for 22-26 June:

LOTS
DECAL RESTRICTIONS

Red 1 & 3
Lifted

Commuter
Lifted

Park and Ride
Lifted

Scooter Zones
Lifted

All Decal
Lifted

Orange 1, 2 & 3
Restrictions remain in effect

Blue 1
Restrictions remain in effect

Brown (Family Housing)
Restrictions remain in effect

Gated
Restrictions remain in effect

Meter Enforcement
Lifted except for health center

*All reserved spaces, services drives, handicapped and no parking zones will be enforced at all times.

*All decal restrictions remain in effect at all other times throughout the month.

Electronic Requisitions

Published: Jun 10th, 1998

Emily J. Hamby, C.P.M., Director of Purchasing

On June 16, 1998, when you sign on to the menu for Requisition Entry, you will see a statement concerning Conflict of Interest regarding purchases. This is a reminder of the University policy requested as a result of an audit. This statement will also appear on the paper requisition the next time it is printed. To advance past this statement, hit the “Enter” key. You will see this statement each time whether browsing, adding or updating […]

Appointment of Kathy Jones as Associate Controller

Published: Jun 5th, 1998

John P. Kruczek, University Controller

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Kathy Jones to the position of Associate Controller for Contract and Grant Accounting. In this position she will be responsible for oversight of the Contract and Grant Office, Indirect Cost Studies, Annual Space Certification Study, and overall Compliance for Cost Accounting Standards. Kathy brings valuable experience to the Associate Controller position. Since 1986 she has been employed in the Finance and Accounting Division, first as a supervisor in Contract and […]

Notice of Compliance with Uniform Rules of Procedure

Published: Jun 5th, 1998

Pamela J. Bernard, General Counsel

Attached are copies of the above-mentioned Notices which were published in the June 9, 1998 edition of The Gainesville Sun. 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 in an appropriate place, such as the unit’s office or bulletin board, in order that affected persons can be notified.

Notice of Changes in Proposed Rules (PDF, 17 KB)Notice of Compliance with Uniform Rules […]

Retirement Contribution Rates

Published: Jun 4th, 1998

John P. Kruczek, University Controller

The Florida Legislature has revised the Florida Retirement System employer contribution rates. The new rate as well as the current contribution rate is included for your convenience.

(NECR is New Employee Contribution Rate effective July 1, 1998 and OECR is Old Employee Contribution Rate effective July 1, 1996 to June 30, 1998)

PLAN CODE
PLAN NAME
NECR
OECR

HA
Regular
16.45%
17.43%

HB
Special Risk
25.32%
27.10%

HD
F1/J1 Visa
16.45%
17.43%

HJ
Special Risk Adm. Support
15.58%
17.86%

NF
Federal Supplemental
7.17%
5.64%

HM
Senior Management (SMSC)
24.04%
22.24%

ON
Optional Retirement Without FICA
16.45%
17.43%

OP
Optional Retirement Program
16.45%
17.43%

RA
FL Reemployed Retirement Member
16.45%
17.43%

In addition to the new retirement code rates the 1998 […]