A SCULPTURE SHOW LIKE NO OTHER is now on view on campus through May 25 as Professor Jann Nunn's public sculpture class present their imaginative designs. Download the walking tour brochure and enjoy!

 

Final Campus Forum — Financial Briefing

In the last Campus Forum of the semester, CFO and Vice President for Administration and Finance Larry Furukawa-Schlereth presents an overview of the financial topics listed below. The Forum takes place on Monday, May 19 from noon-2 p.m. in Schulz 3001.

Please plan to attend this important look at the SSU budget as we head into a very challenging next academic year.

Campus Long-term debt obligations
Capital Projects
Growth of Student-funded programs
Changes and potential future of:
- Academic Foundation
- Grants and Contracts
- Extended Education
SSU's Operating Fund budget
"Repairing the Base"
Advocacy for the Compact
Impact to SSU of Governor's 08/09 Budget

Questions on this forum may be directed to Ian Hannah, ian.hannah@sonoma.edu.

Other Campus Forums of the semester included WASC review, CSU Budget Summit, Strategic Plan, and Budget 101. The Campus Forum series will continue next semester. Topic suggestions may be directed to Susan Kashack, susan.kashack@sonoma.edu.

Faculty Sought for International
Student House Committee

A working committee chaired by Chuck Rhodes will convene this summer to begin the process for potentially implementing a campus International Student House beginning in the Fall of 2009. Initial research has indicated that the most successful international living programs are those built around an academic theme or department and comprised of students who have obtained sophomore level or above. Interested faculty members are encouraged to contact Chuck Rhodes, chuck.rhodes@sonoma.edu, to share ideas or participate in the planning process.

Take 8 Minutes and Complete
Faculty-Staff Housing Survey

If you have not already done so, please take a moment to complete the Faculty and Staff Housing survey by today. The confidential survey takes only about 8 minutes. Your preferences and opinions are very important to the Faculty and Staff Housing Committee as we move forward in the project planning phase.To access the on-line survey, click this link at http://snaponline.snapsurveys.com/surveylogin.asp?k=120916521503

BIG Read Mini-Grants
Available for "To Kill A Mockingbird"

The Big Reads Project of Sonoma County 2008 will be reading "To Kill a Mockingbird." Teachers, schools, arts and community organizations and others are invited to participate in the mini-grant project. Applicants with creative projects that encourages the reading of "To Kill A Mockingbird" are also encouraged. The Big Read Sonoma County will award $5,000 in small grants ranging from $50 - $500. Application Deadline is 5 p.m. on Aug. 1. For more information and a complete application visit www.bigreadsonoma.com or contact Karen Brodsky, karen.brodsky@sonoma.edu.

Staff Wall of Fame Photo Contest
Deadline is May 30

Staff Appreciation Day is coming soon — June 5 is less than one month away. More information will follow with activity details including exciting new breakout sessions offered by co-workers. Deadline to submit photos for the Annual Photo Contest. is May 30. For entry details, including the categories and where to send pictures, can be found at http://www.sonoma.edu/hs/ES/stad/2008%20Photo%20Contest%
20Flyer.pdf. For questions, contact Erin Taylor at erin.taylor@sonoma.edu or 4-2979.

Request for Catastrophic Leave
Donation - Debora Hammond

A request from University employee Debora Hammond, who has been determined eligible to receive donated sick and/or vacation leave credits due to a recent catastrophic illness/injury. To donate, navigate to http://www.sonoma.edu/payroll/leaves/pdf/Hammond.pdf

The form should be printed, signed, and returned to Payroll and Benefits in Salazar Hall 2079. Questions regarding this program can be directed to Susan Zito, Payroll & Benefits Manager, 4-2178, susan.zito@sonoma.edu.

Last Fridays at Four for the
Semester is Today

Fridays and Four is the perfect way to end the Spring semester. Come to the University Club at 4 p.m. today. The menu includes:
Display of Fresh Fruit
Domestic Cheese and Cracker Display
Mini veggie Eggrolls with Spicy Mango Dipping Sauce
Pork Pot Stickers with Sambal, Soy and Cilantro Dipping Sauces
Mini Croissants with Chicken Apple Sausage and Tomato Compote

A cash bar is available.

Elaine Bundesen
Passes Away

Elaine Bundesen, known as a master at recruiting prospective students to SSU when it was a small rural campus in the early years passed away on April 19 in Petaluma. Bundesen held positions in the Office of Admissions and Records and had over 25 years of service at Sonoma State College/University. She later earned her MA degree in Counseling at SSU in 1974. Bundesen was part of a small group of women whose  activities, beginning with a lecture series called Pandora's Box, helped to form the early stages of the Women's Studies program. She was a beloved colleague and known for her fun loving, smart and generous nature. A celebration of Elaine's life will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 31 at Graziano's Ristorante in Petaluma. For the full obituary, visit  http://www1.arguscourier.com/article/20080515/OBITS/730098436.