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Spring Commencement 1998

Published: Jan 23rd, 1998

Barbara Talmadge, University Registrar and Commencement Coordinator

To accommodate the number of students graduating at the Spring 1998 commencement ceremonies and to afford their families and friends the opportunity to attend, the university now will hold three commencement convocations at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center, each approximately two hours in length. Each ceremony will begin approximately thirty minutes from the start of the processional. College assignments and assembly times are:

Ceremony 1, 9:00 a.m.
Assembly time: 7:45 a.m. – – Processional: 8:30 a.m.

Accounting
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Change in Office Location – Contract and Grant Accounting

Published: Jan 22nd, 1998

John P. Kruczek, University Controller

Please be advised that the Contract and Grant Accounting Office will move from it’s present location in Grinter Hall to the 3rd Floor of Tigert Hall. Presently the move is scheduled for Tuesday, January 27. The new address will be Room 302 Tigert Hall, PO Box 113001. You can continue to reach the office by phone at 392-1235 and by fax at 846-0137.

We are doing everything possible to minimize the interruption of services to campus research departments. Please […]

Retirement Reception for Don Monroe

Published: Jan 22nd, 1998

Jack Heidler, Director

After 26 years as Assistant Director for Employee Relations in University Personnel Services, Don Monroe will be retiring on January 30th.

A reception will be held in his honor on:

Thursday, January 29th
2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
President’s Box
Stadium WestYou are cordially invited to come by and congratulate Don as University Personnel Services honors his service to the University of Florida.

Reception for Jodi Gentry

Published: Jan 20th, 1998

Jack Heidler, Director

Jodi Gentry, Assistant Director for Employee Development in University Personnel Services, will be leaving the University on January 30th to accept a position with Gainesville Regional Utilities.

A reception will be held in her honor on:

Monday, January 26th
3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
University Personnel Services
Training Room (316)
Stadium West 

Please join us in bidding farewell to Jodi and extending best wishes for her future.

Interim Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources

Published: Jan 8th, 1998

John Lombardi, President

I am delighted to announce that on the recommendation of Vice President Jim Davidson, I have asked Dr. Joe Joyce, to serve as the Interim Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources. Dr. Joyce has agreed to serve beginning February 1, 1998, until such time as our search process concludes and the permanent appointment becomes effective.

IFAS is fortunate to have had such outstanding leadership from Vice President Davidson, and all of us can take great satisfaction in knowing that we […]

Florida-Georgia Women’s Basketball – Free Admission

Published: Jan 6th, 1998

Jack Battenfield, Associate Vice President

University of Florida faculty and staff with ID will be admitted free to the Florida-Georgia women’s basketball game at the O’Connell Center on Wed., Jan. 7, at 7 p.m. Also, the first 1000 fans receive “Not in our House” t-shirts.

A&P and USPS Pay Ranges for 1998

Published: Jan 5th, 1998

Jack Heidler, Director

Effective January 1, 1998, the Governor’s Office has instructed the Board of Regents’ Office of Human Resources staff to increase the State University System (SUS) pay grades. These SUS pay grade increases will follow the same three-tier approach as the salary increases that took effect for all employees on January 1, 1998. Based on this information, the pay grade minimums and maximums attached to my December 8, 1997, memorandum regarding USPS and A&P salary increases are being changed to reflect […]

Price Increase of Annual Contract for Laboratory Supplies

Published: Dec 30th, 1997

Belinda Matson, Purchasing Coordinator

University of Florida’s Invitation to Bid No. 97M-71YC prices have been increased effective January 1, 1998. New price books will be available within thirty days. Any requisition submitted to Purchasing will be changed to reflect current pricing, or you can call the toll free number 1-800-766-7000, to obtain new net prices, for items you wish to order. New prices will appear on NERDC on or about January 5, 1998. The Fisher catalog is now available on the Internet at […]

Legislative Representation in Tallahassee and Washington, D.C.

Published: Dec 26th, 1997

John Lombardi, President

In our effort to coordinate our legislative activities in Tallahassee and Washington, D.C., I would like to request that all proposals to acquire representation be submitted to the President for review. We have experienced considerable confusion in our representation as a result of individuals independently hired by colleges and other units representing the University of Florida in one or another capacity.

Many thanks.

Payroll Tax Rates for 1998

Published: Dec 23rd, 1997

John P. Kruczek, University Controller

New income tax withholding rates will go into effect in 1998. The table for Percentage Method of Withholding shown on the reverse side may be used to determine your 1998 biweekly withholding tax.

In addition, the following taxable amounts and rates will change effective January 1, 1998. The Social Security Administration has announced that the 1998 Social Security (OASDI) wage base will be increased from $65,400 to $68,400. All taxable compensation will also be subject to the 1.45% Medicare […]