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NewsNielsen appointed director of Romberg Tiburon CenterSF State has appointed Karina Nielsen as the new director of the Romberg Tiburon Center for Environmental Studies (RTC), effective Aug. 25. Nielsen, a professor of biology, has taught at Sonoma State University since 2003. She will take over for John Hafernik, who has served as director on an interim basis since the departure of former director Toby Garfield in October 2013. "Dr. Nielsen is an outstanding scientist and educator as well as a leader on issues of conservation and environmental policy," said Sheldon Axler, dean of the College of Science & Engineering. "I am excited to welcome her as the next director of the Romberg Tiburon Center, and look forward to working with her as she leads the center's continuing efforts to conduct critical marine research and engage with the community on issues surrounding our precious water resources." As director, Nielsen will oversee all research, fundraising, outreach and operational aspects of the RTC. Her responsibilities will include leading the development of the center's strategic plan; recruiting new faculty and supporting faculty research efforts; promoting and representing the center at the university, local, state and federal levels; and designing and implementing the fundraising strategy. Nielsen, whose research focus is coastal ecosystems and intertidal organisms, received her bachelor's degree from Brooklyn College and her Ph.D. from Oregon State University. Before arriving at Sonoma State, she was an instructor at the Hatfield Marine Science Center at Oregon State. "John Hafernik, formerly chair of the biology department, graciously agreed to change his plans and serve as interim director of the Romberg Tiburon Center," Axler said, "He did a magnificent job shepherding RTC through the transition process, and we are all extremely grateful for his skillful leadership during this crucial time."
Small Grants awardees announcedThe Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) Small Grants Program fosters the professional development of investigators and creative artists at SF State by supporting original projects that contribute significantly to the professional achievement and growth of applicants. A list of ORSP's 2014 awardees and their projects is available at research.sfsu.edu/orsp/content/2014-orsp-small-grant-program-awardees
Welcome Days: reserve Student Life Resource Fair tables by Aug. 8Departments and offices on campus are invited to promote their departments and services to students at the Student Life Resource Fair during Welcome Days. The Resource Fair will be held in two locations on three days and tables may be reserved for any or all days:
Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to welcome incoming students and promote the programs and services available to them. To participate, register using the online registration form by end of business Friday, Aug. 8. E-mail Arnold Paguio at arnoldvp@sfsu.edu with questions.
New QOLT Advanced Institute, Aug. 12-13This year, Academic Technology is offering a new Quality Online Learning and Teaching (QOLT) advanced institute focused on hybrid and fully online course development. Priority will be given to instructors who are currently teaching a hybrid or fully online course, or who plan to develop one for Academic Year 2014-15. Key goals include:
For more information, visit the Academic Technology Summer Institute Web page, e-mail iteach@sfsu.edu or call ext. 5-5550. Enrollment is limited, so early registration is encouraged. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
California Whistleblower Protection ActCalifornia law allows state employees to report waste, fraud, violations of law, or health or safety threats, and to be free from retaliation for doing so. The CSU provides several options for employees and applicants for employment to file a protected disclosure:
For more information, visit the SF State Human Resources notification webpage, download the 2014 Whistleblower memorandum, which includes information on what to report, whistleblower protections, how to report, helpful tips, as well as the investigation of complaints, or view the Auditor's Whistleblower Hotline flyer that has been posted on campus.
State Budget NewsCSU Chancellor White reported in a June 25 e-mail that the 2014-15 state budget signed by the governor includes an increase of $142.2 million in base funding for the CSU. That increase will enable the CSU to maintain existing programs and services, which will keep student tuition fees stable the fourth consecutive year. Although $95 million less than the Trustees requested, the allocation will also enable campuses to begin to address a backlog of deferred maintenance projects. White credits -- and thanks -- the CSU community of students, faculty, staff, alumni, labor leaders and supporters who met and corresponded with lawmakers regarding the need to reinvest in the CSU for passage of the funding increase. While the increase is a positive step forward, the CSU has had to turn away more than 25,000 California students, despite a12 percent increase in applications. The CSU graduates more than 100,000 students into the workforce annually stands ready to do more, but sustained funding is needed to hire more faculty and staff to serve our students, to increase employee compensation in order to recruit and retain the best individuals, and to address facility and infrastructure needs. Read Chancellor White's full message.
Academic SenateThe Academic Senate will hold its first meeting of the fall 2014 semester on Tuesday, Aug. 26:
Senate meeting dates are posted on the University Web calendar and on the Senate website at senate.sfsu.edu
ExhibitsExploring the East: The Asian Art Collection of Adolph Sutro: through June 30 Josie Iselin: An Ocean Garden: through July 1
Calendar of EventsSaturdayInfo Session: Spanish/English Interpretation Orientation: 10 a.m. SundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayOpen house: Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Faculty Preview: 3 p.m. ThursdayFriday
Coming UpAug. 1: Summer '14 R3 Last Day to Request CR/NC Grading Option Aug. 9: Joffrey Ballet School Summer Intensive Concert: 2:30 p.m. Aug. 15: Summer '14 R2-R4 Instruction Ends Aug. 16: Concert: Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program Showcase: 8 p.m. Aug. 19: Summer '14 R2-R4 Grades Due Aug. 25: Fall '14 Academic Semester Begins Aug. 25: Fall '14 First Day of Instruction Aug. 29: Fall '14 Faculty Development/Department Meetings; Friday only classes meet Sept. 1: Fall '14 Labor Day; No Classes; Offices Closed
For more upcoming events, see the University Calendar
InsidersThis week in Insiders: Professor of Comparative and World Literature, and English Ellen Peel, Professor of Health Education Erik Peper and Professor of Women and Gender Studies Department Nan Alamilla Boyd. Read Insiders: www.sfsu.edu/~news/cmemo/summer14/june16insiders.htm
NewsmakersThis week in Newsmakers: Associate Professor of Theater Arts Barbara Damashek, Associate Professor of Labor Studies John Logan, Africana Studies Lecturer Dave Cook, Biology Lecturer Bill Cochlan and Professor of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger. Read Newsmakers: www.sfsu.edu/~news/cmemo/summer14/june16news.htm
Grants & ContractsSF State received $686,253 in grants and contracts in June 2014. Read Grants & Contracts: www.sfsu.edu/~news/cmemo/summer14/june16grants.htm
In MemoriamWe mark the passing of Professor Emeritus of Psychology Joseph Luft. Read In Memoriam: www.sfsu.edu/~news/cmemo/summer14/july18memoriam.htm
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July 18, 2014Volume 62, No. 1
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