WORKPLACE

Randall Kennedy Faculty Workshop – Oct. 21

Randall Kennedy, scholar from Harvard Law, who wrote the book “Nigger: The Strange Career of a Troublesome Word,” will lead a workshop for faculty and teaching staff on Tues., Oct. 21 at 3 p.m. in the Student Union multi-purpose room. The workshop will include increasing diversity in the curriculum, encouraging faculty mentoring of students of color, confronting racism in the classroom as well as in the larger society, and other subjects as time allows.

Kennedy will also speak in the Cooperage later that day about the current elections and issues of race. (Unfortunately, this event has already sold-out.)

For those interested in attending the 3 p.m. workshop, contact Bruce Berkowitz as soon as possible at bruce.berkowitz@sonoma.edu or call 4-2782.

Fundraising Webinar – Oct. 30

Those interested in learning more about fundraising for corporate and business gifts are invited to attend an upcoming webinar, hosted by University Development.

Much of what a university program is able to accomplish depends not only on general funds but also on the success of fundraising efforts. Presenter Linda Lysakowski, President and CEO of Capital Venture, has trained more than 10,000 professionals and volunteers in fundraising and philanthropy.

The Fundraising Webinar is in Stevenson 1034 on Thurs., Oct. 30 from 10-11:00 a.m. Space is limited, so RSVP by email to development.office@sonoma.edu Check future issues of Newsbytes to learn about other webinars. Questions can be directed to the University Development office in Stevenson 1054, by phone at 4-2712, or by email to development.office@sonoma.edu.

Donuts with the Dean – Oct. 30

Don’t forget to join the Dean of Social Sciences, Elaine Leeder, for “Donuts with the Dean” on Thurs., Oct. 30, from 10-11:00 a.m. in Stevenson 2054. “Donuts with the Dean” is a regular activity, where faculty, staff and students are invited to an hour with the dean, to come visit or just grab a donut. For more information, contact Holly Sautner at 4-2112.

Halloween Party – Oct. 31

Start planning your Halloween costume, because the annual faculty/staff Halloween Party and Costume Contest is just around the corner! The festivities take place on Fri., Oct. 31 from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Commons.

Campus Conservation Measures

The process of implementing energy conservation measures throughout campus has commenced, under the direction of Facilities Management. These efforts will reduce SSU’s overall energy consumption and utilities costs. These modifications will also align our campus with the Chancellor’s Office Executive Order to conserve energy and reduce consumption by 15 percent by June 30, 2010.

The first phase of the project consists of changing the interior building lighting, to improve lighting and comfort levels. “Please note that the energy conservation measures currently underway in regard to lighting will change the color of the light to white from yellow. Please give yourself time to adjust to the change,” advises Keith Marchando, Senior Director of Energy Sustainability.

Conservation measures being implemented in following phases will include changes to heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, as well as the installation of a solar heating system at the campus pool adjacent to the gymnasium. This addition will save SSU additional energy costs by collecting solar power in lieu of natural gas.

Construction began Oct. 6 and should be completed by Jan. 12, 2009. Questions or concerns can be directed to Keith Marchando at 4-3494 or by email at keith.marchando@sonoma.edu.