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Nominations Open for Staff Representative to the Academic Senate

Nominations are now open for the Staff position on the Academic Senate. This is a three year term and a non-voting position. The Senate meets from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on alternate Thursdays.

Applicants may self-nominate and must have their supervisor's approval. To nominate another person, you must first gain their permission. All staff in units 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and SSP I's or non-exempt SSPs are eligible.

All nominations and voting are for eligible staff only. To find out more about the Senate, visit http://www.sonoma.edu/senate
Nominations must be received by Feb. 13. Send nominations to the Senate office, located in Stevenson 1071, via email at holmstrl@sonoma.eduor call 4-2801 for more information.

WORKPLACE


Rachel SmithNational Expert Presents "Teaching and Technology Horizons" at SSU

Rachel Smith (left), a vice president for the New Media Consortium, will present the newly released 2009 Horizon Report on Feb. 9 from noon to 2 p.m. in Schulz 2019. This annual report, compiled based on news reports, research studies, and interviews with experts, lists technology trends to watch in education. Learn about and discuss the landscape of emerging technologies for teaching, learning and creative expression. Register online at http://tinyurl.com/2w67uk.

Employees Continue to Support SSU

Currently, six percent of staff and faculty donate to SSU via payroll deduction to the SSU fund of their choice. One such donor is David Hartranft, Administrative Coordinator for Academic Programs and Graduate Studies.

David HartranftHartranft has directed his payroll deduction to the Dr. Richard A. Rodriguez Memorial Fund which supports SSU students' initiatives that help reduce acts of stereotyping, prejudice, discrimination and racism, in order to create a safe learning environment that promotes social justice for all.

Richard RodriguezAbout his donation Hartranft says, "I am blessed to have known Richard "Rico" Rodriguez during his all too brief time at SSU. I valued not only his friendship, but also his deep commitment to serving students and promoting diversity, inclusivity, and social justice. Contributing to this fund is my way of honoring his memory and furthering diversity efforts at SSU."

Such donations to SSU directly and positively impact students, faculty, schools, departments, programs and the overall mission of Sonoma State.

Tax receipts were sent this week to staff and faculty who donate to Sonoma State via payroll deduction. The receipts went via campus mail this week; be sure to check your mailbox.

If you have any questions about your receipt or to sign up for payroll deduction, please contact Janet Hankes in University Development at janet.hankes@sonoma.edu or x4-3343.

Examine a Career in Teaching

Project SMTRI (Science and Mathematics Teacher Recruitment Initiative, pronounced 'symmetry') leads SSU efforts to increase the number of science and mathematics teachers, by emphasizing recruitment, collegial and financial support, collaboration, rigorous studies and community. Project SMTRI has scholarship monies to support math and science teacher candidates. Learn about this funding at one the upcoming information sessions, held in Schulz 1121. There is free pizza for those who attend. Thurs., Feb. 5 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tues., Feb. 17 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information, contact Carlos Ayala, Project SMTRI Director, at carlos.ayala@sonoma.edu or call 4-3422.

RSCAP Summer Fellowship Applications Due Feb. 3

These grants assist faculty in initiating, continuing or completing research, scholarship and creative activity projects through a fellowship equal to the recipient's monthly salary. The RFP and application forms may be accessed at the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) web site.

For a paper copy, contact Carol Hall, Administrative Support Coordinator, by email at carol.hall@sonoma.edu, by phone at 4-2448, or in person at the ORSP office in Stevenson 1024.

Proposals are due in the ORSP office by 4:30 p.m. on Tues., Feb. 3.

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