NewsBytes
December 13, 2004
Fall 2004 Volume 17
The Holidays
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Applause Award Ed Liddell, - Stephanie Thibault Ed repaired several of our explosion proof refrigerators saving us thousands of dollars. Through out the last few semesters Ed promptly Ed is the guy who keeps things running, but you don't see it. It is only when the heat is too hot or there is no water that we complain. He has kept the building going and deserves our commendation. In physics, we appreciate Ed is always there taking care of things before they are problems! Darius Spearman, Since he began his journey at SSU in 1998, Darius has brought much unity among ICC clubs/organizations. Rod Baraz Rod consistently provides the most excellent service to the Senate office. We have often presented him with urgent materials for reproducing and he always does his very best for us to get the job done in a short period of time. For a one man operation, serving the entire campus, he deserves applause on a regular basis! |
Cornel West Lectures on "Democracy Matters," Feb. 4 in Cooperage
The Sonoma Student Union InterCultural Center is hosting a discussion with Princeton University professor Cornel West on his new book, "Democracy Matters" on Friday, Feb. 4, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. in the Cooperage. West's writing, speaking, and teaching weaves together the American traditions of the Baptist Church, transcendentalism, socialism, and pragmatism. His best-selling book, "Race Matters," changed the course of America's dialogue on race, justice, and democracy. Admission in free for SSU students, $10 for SSU faculty and staff and $15 for general admission. Special seating and admission to a VIP reception following the talk can be purchased for $75. Tickets are available at the Sonoma Student Union front desk 4-2382. The Sonoma Student Union InterCultural Center, the School of Social Sciences, Associated Students, and Instructionally Related Activities are sponsoring this event. For more information, call 4-2537.
December Payday is Dec. 31
The December payday is Dec. 31 and pay warrants will be released beginning 9 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 31, 2004 through Jan. 2, 2005 at Police Services, Sonoma Building, Verdot Village. Employees should not deposit them to their banks until funds are available after 3 p.m. on Dec. 31. A photo ID is required to pick up a warrant.
Warrants not picked up by Jan. 3 will be distributed in the usual manner at 9 a.m. at Customer Services, first floor of Salazar Hall. Direct deposit warrants will be deposited on Jan. 3, 2005. For further information, contact Deanna Wilson, Managing Director, Payroll/Benefits, 4-2983.
Student Keys Must Be Returned,
Renewed by Dec. 31
Students with campus keys must return or renew them by Dec. 31 to Customer Services in Salazar Hall. If a student will continue serving a department through the spring semester, a new key request form must be submitted to Customer Services, signed by the dean or department manager. The form can be found at www.sonoma.edu/afd/customer/forms/
studentkeyreqform.pdf
The campus key policy allows students to have keys for the period of one semester or summer. Failure to return or renew campus keys results in an administrative hold being placed on a student's registration, grades, transcripts, and diploma. These steps are taken to insure University security.
Rec Center Spring Passes On Sale, Free Week Scheduled Jan. 31
Spring membership passes at the new Student Recreation Center will be available for sale starting Jan. 3 and a free week for all faculty and staff is slated for Jan. 31-Feb. 6. Memberships will sell for $95 for the Rec Center, $45 for the pool and $125 for the Rec Center and pool.
A grand-opening Campus Rec commemorative glass will be given as a complimentary gift through Feb. 21 to yearly members, those members who reinstate their pass for the spring semester, and to first-time members who join in the spring. Fall semester passes end Jan. 30. Ten-time punch passes, which sell for $60, can be used throughout the year. Day passes are also available for $7, for the pool $2, and $8 for both facilities. Massage and personal training programs are also available.
The Rec Center will be closed Dec. 19-Jan. 2. Intersession hours are Jan. 3-28, Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-10 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. The Rec Center will also close on Jan. 17 for Martin Luther King Day, and will close early on Jan. 29 and all day Jan. 30 for staff training. For further information, call 4-4FUN.
Please Use Current Campus Maps Online
Whenever a map is needed for new publications, posters, signage, etc., please be sure to use the most current version of the campus maps which are available at www.sonoma.edu/university/maps.shtml. Various maps exist at that site including the main campus map, the residential community (both east and west), and a disability access map. Additionally, printed directions to the campus from area airports, as well as MapQuest and Yahoo! maps,can also be found at that site. A copy of Adobe Acrobat Reader is needed to view some of the files. Campus maps are coordinated by the University Affairs Office and are reviewed for updates twice per year or as needed. For questions or comments, contact Susan Kashack, Director of Communications, susan.kashack@sonoma.edu or 4-2122.
Student Health Center Closed for Holidays
Consistent with the campus holiday closure, the Student Health Center will be closed from Dec. 24-Jan.2 as well as on Monday, Jan. 17, 2005 for the Martin Luther King holiday. The Center will be open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., during the remainder of semester break, although some services may be limited.
A list of local health care resources is posted at each SHC entrance window. Students are financially responsible to the provider for off campus health care. Continuing SSU students are eligible to receive basic acute medical care services at other CSU campus health centers, if needed, says medical director Georgia Schwartz.