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Giving Tree Program Continues Through Dec. 14
Share in the spirit of giving this holiday season by donating a gift to a disadvantaged child through the Campus Alcohol & Drug Education Center’s Giving Tree program.
The program collects gifts donated by students, faculty, and staff and distributes them to children from Touchstone Perinatal Program, Northern Valley Catholic Social Service Teen Parent Program, and Family Solutions — three local Chico non-profit agencies.
Anyone may select a child’s name from one of the Giving Trees located in the BMU, Whitney Hall, University Village, Mechoopda Lounge, Esken Lounge, Konkow Embassy, Shasta Hall, or Lassen Hall. Purchase a new gift for the child you have selected and return it unwrapped to the BMU Information Center by Wed., Dec. 14.
This program is sponsored by CADEC and funded in part by the AS Activity Fee Council. For more information, contact CADEC at 898-6450.
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New Postal Rate Increases
This is to inform you that starting on January 8, 2006 the United States Postal Service will be raising their rates by 5.4% across the board. This means that all postage will go up in all classes.
Express Mail $14.40, Priority Mail $4.05, 1st Class $.39, Library, Media, Postcards $.24, Bulk Mail, Business Reply and Postage Due. You can get a listing of new rates by going to our Web Site and clicking on United States Postal Service. Also, fees for services will be going up by the same percentage. Certified Mail, Registered Mail, Return Receipt, Delivery Confirmation. If you have any questions please feel free to call the Mailroom at x5326, and if you have questions about Bulk Mail or 1st Class, please contact Dan Grant or Kevin Brennan in the Print Shop at #5992.
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University Writing Center Extended Hours
University Writing Center Offers Writing Assistance:
Monday 9 - 6
Tuesday - Thursday 9 - 5
Friday 9 - 3
Students may phone 898-5042 or e-mail OWCStudent@CSUChico.edu for an appointment.
Online Tutoring:
Monday - Thursday 7 - 10:00pm by appointment.
Resources for student writers on the Web Site
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State Travel - Car Rental Rules
Employees traveling on state business and needing to rent a vehicle must use only the following car rental companies:
Advantage 949-365-8860, ID# 36000GVC
Alamo* 800-732-3232, ID# 191259
Avis* 800-331-1212, ID# A160000
Budget* 800-527-0700, ID# T434700
Enterprise* 800-228-2325, ID# DB30C01
Fox 619-682-3981, ID# FXCA
National 800-227-7368, ID# 5400321
*Honored outside the state of California
The State Motor Vehicle Liability Self-Insurance Program will neither defend nor indemnify state departments and employees against liability claims (and lawsuits) from third parties which are the result of the negligent operation of rental vehicles obtained from a company not under contract with the state of California. The only exception is if there are no vehicles available from the contract rental car companies at the traveler’s location.
Should a contract rental car be available but the employee chooses to rent from a non-contract company, CDW, LDW and PAI must be accepted at the employee’s expense. If an at-fault accident occurs the employee will be legally responsible for all damages sustained by others as well as property damage to the vehicle not covered by insurance.
The only accepted methods of payment for contracted rental cars are the Government American Express card or the Department of General Services card.
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University's Needy Childrens Program-Checklist
1. Submit any money for food certificates to Yvonne Lydon or the Staff Council office, (x6156, zip 160, 3rd and Chestnut Streets-Sierra Hall Annex) no later than Friday, Dec. 2 at noon.
2. Call for appointment for package pickup with Yvonne or the Staff Council office. Please indicate if you have a bike(s) so we can make arrangements for appropriate vehicles. Please note: you are welcome to deliver your own packages to the University Farm Pavilion on Wed., Dec. 7, prior to 6:00pm, but please inform the Staff Council office or Yvonne Lydon of your desire to do so.
3. If you have any other questions, please call x6156.
Thank you for your support.
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Light Up the Holidays with Candles or Flashlights
Staff Council sponsors various fundraising events throughout the year to raise money to offset the luncheon cost and for recognition gifts for staff. This year we will honor over 100 staff for their years of service and contributions to the university.
In order to assist in our fundraising efforts, Staff Council is offering holiday shopping at your fingertips! Long-burning, fragrant candles are available in a variety of fragrances sizes, styles and shapes. There are also candle accessories, room fresheners, or lotions and shower gels. However, if you are looking for something a little more practical — try a flashlight which generates its own electricity by shaking it. It is ideal for stocking stuffers as it is waterproof, floats, and shock resistant. It is perfect for your home, auto, or boat. The LED light lasts over 100,000 hours. The 7” flashlight has a safety lanyard attached. It is always ready for use no matter how long it has been stored.
Contact your Staff Council member for information Web Site
Pre-paid orders will be taken through Fri., Dec. 2 at 2:30pm. Candle items and flashlight are available for viewing in the Staff Council office.
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Smoked Turkeys -- Order Now for Christmas
Orders for Christmas turkeys are being taken through Dec. 13. The smoked turkeys will be delivered to campus and ready for pick-up on Thurs., Dec. 15, between 11:00am - 2:00pm in Selvester’s. The birds are 16-18 lbs, precooked weight, and will be available for the same great value of $25.00. But, there’s still more! If a whole turkey is just too much, you may also purchase a HALF smoked turkey at a cost of $15.00. These birds are cooked and cured by our own University Farm-Meat Lab. They are quick to prepare - simply unwrap, place in pan, and warm in oven for an absolutely delicious aroma and fabulous turkey dinner, or serve cold for hors d’oeuvre and sandwiches. Take the work out of preparing for the holidays. Warming instructions will be packaged with your turkey at pickup. To order contact the Staff Council office, x6156) Checks may be made payable to: Staff Council.
Smoked turkey advertisement Web Site
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Computer Security Day
Think information security is someone else’s responsibility? Think again. Every one of us is responsible for protecting our systems and information.
Today, Nov. 30, is Computer Security Day. This worldwide observance began in 1988 to help raise awareness of computer related security issues. Refer to the Information Security Web Site for security practices you can follow to help protect the university.
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Blood Drive - Dec. 7
Staff Council will sponsor the next Blood Drive on Wed., Dec. 7, from 10:00am - 4:00pm. Stop by the BloodSource Bloodmobile near Siskiyou Hall. All participants will receive a free t-shirt. Please eat and drink plenty of fluids before arriving; you must be at least 17 years of age, in generally good health and weigh a minimum of 110 lbs. A Donor Card or Photo ID is required. Allow approximately one hour for the donation process. We will have a limited number of appointments available, please contact the Staff Council office 898-6156 if you would like to schedule an appointment. Walk-in donors will be welcome.
Staff Council has joined forces with students of the Pre-Medical Association, who will greet donors and assist with the blood drive.
We hope to see you there.
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Reminder to Update Your Address
Remember to change/update your address at the Payroll Customer Service Counter in Kendall Hall room 220, to ensure proper delivery of your W-2 in January; deadline will be Dec. 16, 2005. The Payroll Customer Service Counter’s new hours are Monday-Friday 7:30am - 5:00 pm.
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Ceramics Sale, Dec. 5
Come one, come all to the ceramics sale on Monday, Dec. 5, 10:00am to 2:00pm on the east side of Taylor Hall by the mural. This is a great time to pick up unique holiday gifts for your family and friends.
All funds raised will help CASA (Ceramic Art Student’s Association) attend the NCECA (National Council on Education in the Ceramic Arts) professional conference in Portland, Oregon.
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Panel Discussion for Behavioral and Social Science Majors Presented This Evening
Students working toward a degree in Behavioral and Social Sciences are invited to join a free panel discussion this evening from 5-7:00pm in BMU 210. Appetizers and beverages will be provided.
Topics include expectations, experiences, realities and career choices in the Social and Behavioral Sciences. Panelists include the following professionals: Anthony Waters, Ph.D., CSU, Chico Sociology Department Chair; Kimberly Goosman, Kemper Auto & Home Group Personal Lines Underwriter; Karen Dalton, L.A. County Sheriff’s Department Administrator; Samuel Llamas, CSU, Chico Educational Talent Search Advisor.
This discussion is part of the Backpack-to-Briefcase Workshop Series presented by Jackie Faris-Rees LEADership Programs. For more information, contact Charles “CC” Carter at 898-5396 or cecarter@csuchico.edu.
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"Making a Difference During the Holidays" Craft Workshop, Dec. 7
Join us for a crafty little session on holiday decorating made simple. Joanie Marlow, from Michaels Arts & Crafts, will be instructing us in the making of a beautiful holiday centerpiece. Whether you make it to give away or use it to brighten your home as you welcome holiday guests, you’ll enjoy the simple, yet festive, decorating ideas. Material fee: $10.00. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required.
Date: Wednesday, December 7, 2005
Time: 12:05 p.m. to 12:55 p.m.
Location: Kendall 207/209
Facilitator: Joanie Marlow
To register or for more information and/or questions, please call The Office of Faculty and Staff Assistance & Work/Life Program at 898-4645, email Rocio Leal at rleal@csuchico.edu or visit our Web Site
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BSS Colloquium, Dec. 1
BSS Colloquium: Thursday, Dec. 1, 7:00 PM
Location: Ayres 106
Description: BSS Colloquium Jean Schuldberg, Ed.D, LCSW, Social Work You Are Lying to Me, There Was No Such War: Reflections of Iu-Mien Social Service Workers on Cultural Competency in Social Work. This presentation is the result of a qualitative research project that focused on experiences of members of the Iu-Mien communities in Northern California. Web Site
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President Zingg and Marcia Myers-Wilhite Book Signings at the AS Bookstore
Please join the Assoicated Students Bookstore in welcoming President Zingg and local author Marcia Myers-Wilhite during their book signings at the AS Bookstore this Friday, Dec. 2.
President Zingg will be available to sign his three books: “A Good Round,” “Harry Hooper,” and “Runs, Hits, and an Era” from 3:30pm - 4:00pm in the General Books section of the Bookstore.
Marcia Myers-Wilhite, author of “My Hometown Chico” and her newest book “My Hometown Chico, Another Look,” will be signing books from 10:00am - 2:00pm during Customer Appreciation Day at the Bookstore.
Don¹t miss this opportunity to meet these authors. If you have any
questions, please contact the general books department at 898-6044. Hope to see you there!
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