NEWS
CampusMemo schedule
This is the final CampusMemo for 2016: Publication will resume with the start of the spring 2017 semester. Have something for CampusMemo? Use the submissions form or email it to pubnews@sfsu.edu.
Important pay warrant Information for employees NOT on direct deposit
Employees not enrolled in direct deposit as of the November pay period must complete a Warrant Release Request form if they wish to pick up their paycheck on Friday, Dec. 30. The completed and signed form must be returned to Human Resources by Monday, Dec. 19. The form may be submitted to Human Resources in ADM 252 (in person or via U.S. mail) or a scanned version may be emailed to payroll@sfsu.edu.
Paychecks will be available for pickup Dec. 30 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the University Police Department on North State Drive. Employees must bring photo identification and have submitted a Warrant Release Form. Visit the Human Resources website for more information.
Campus budget input sought
The Strategic Issues Committee (SIC) of the Academic Senate has been charged this year with examining the University budget with the goals of creating greater transparency, increasing budget literacy and providing insightful feedback on the alignment of future budget models with SF State's priorities and values.
To that end, the SIC is requesting that any and all interested members of the campus community provide feedback and questions regarding the 2016-17 Operating Budget Plan online.
The goals of collecting this information are to ensure that the SIC is addressing the concerns of the campus community and to create an FAQ webpage, so please be as specific as possible when referencing a section of the Operating Budget Plan. The SIC would like to discuss the Operating Budget Plan, including anonymous feedback, at the Jan. 31 meeting. Email djmooney@sfsu.edu with the subject line "SIC Budget Questions."
Read the newest edition of SF State Magazine online
Pushing beyond the expected is the norm at SF State, an approach evident in stories told throughout the new edition of SF State Magazine, now available online and in print.
The cover story delves into the progressive philosophy guiding the College of Business, where students learn that successful companies and professionals strike a balance between ethics and profit. Also featured, the SF BUILD project — backed by $17 million in grant funds — seeks not only to support underrepresented students pursuing biomedical studies but provides professional development for faculty to help them deliver course material in more inclusive ways. Additionally, you'll meet alumni making a mark in fields from staffing and film to philanthropy, as well as faculty who are advancing knowledge in autism spectrum research.
The magazine's online version gives you access to recent campus news, a Q&A about the groundbreaking Family Acceptance Project, book reviews, updates from SF State alumni and friends, plus much more.
Have any SF State Magazine feedback or future story suggestions? Please email them to sfsumag@sfsu.edu.
Peer reviewers sought for AASHE STARS report
SF State will submit its first application to the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education's (AASHE) Sustainability Tracking Assessment and Rating System (STARS) on Feb. 1. The Office of Sustainability is seeking peer reviewers for the report, which includes credits for sustainability practices in academics, investment, outreach, operations and administration. Interested parties should email Nick Kordesch.
Director of Government and Community Relations surveys
The three finalists for the director of Government and Community Relations position for University Advancement position will present on the topic "What do you see as the most important challenges and opportunities for public higher education and government relations in the next four years?" They will also answer questions from the audience.
The finalists are:
Annual CSU Student Research Competition
The 31st Annual California State University Student Research Competition will be held April 28-29, 2017, at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. This systemwide competition will showcase the excellent research conducted by CSU graduate and undergraduate students. Students selected from the 23 campuses will give 10-minute formal presentations that will be judged by experts from corporations, foundations, public agencies, and colleges and universities in California.
The SF State competition will be held Feb. 20-2017. View the competition guidelines on the Division of Graduate Studies website. Entries are due by Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017.
Faculty and staff are asked to encourage promising students to participate in this competition. SF State will select up to 10 campus winners to compete at the systemwide competition. The presentations will provide students with practice and professional conference-style discussions. Participation in this event will look great on a student's resume or CV. SF State is known throughout the CSU system for being competitive and placing every year with first-place and second-place winners. Winners receive cash awards.
Contact Britney Stewart in the Division of Graduate Studies with questions at britneys@sfsu.edu or ext. 5-4391.
Gator men's basketball undefeated
The SF State basketball team, currently ranked 25th in the nation, won its 10th game in a row as they cruised past the visiting Simpson University Redhawks on Saturday. The final score was 102-59. This is the first time in the 76-year history of Gator men's basketball that they have started the season 10-0. The last time the team came close was when they started 9-0 in 1940-41. It is also the first time it has been ranked in the top 25 since the 1994 season. The team's next game will be a home game on Dec. 18 against Humboldt State.
Read more on the SFStateGators website.
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