Matt Walters

Applications for Strategic Priority Fund due January 16

Provost Leo Groarke extended the deadline for applications to the University’s Strategic Priority Fund to Monday, January 16.

The fund earmarks about $1.5 million for projects directed to the five goals highlighted in the University’s strategic plan:

Begin planning early for June power shut-down

Facility Services will be carrying out a campus-wide power shut down on Sunday, June 24, 2012, from 7a.m. until 1 p.m. in order to complete maintenance work to the high voltage substation.

During this time no back-up power will be available.  Each area will be responsible for obtaining its own generators if required and is asked to begin planning early for the shut-down.

Mental Health Awareness events scheduled for January

The Mental Health Awareness Week Committee is busy preparing events for On the Road to Mental Health, for Mental Health Awareness week, taking place January 16 to 20th. Highlights of the week’s events will include a talk by former Barenaked Ladies lead singer Steven Page.

Last day of Daily News until 2012

Today's edition of Daily News marks the last for 2011. All our very best wishes for a happy holiday season and prosperous New Year. Daily News will resume regular daily coverage in the new year.

 

Open House to celebrate retirement of Mary Ann Janisse

Friends and colleagues of Mary Ann Janisse are invited to an Open House to celebrate her retirement on Thursday, December 15 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. in room 500, Chrysler Hall Tower.

Mary Ann started her University of Windsor career in 2005 as 5th Floor Receptionist and Secretary for the President’s office. In 2009, she also assumed the duties of Secretary to the Director of Legal Services.

Well-wishers are invited to come out and enjoy refreshments in her honour.

Job postings from Human Resources

The following union position is available to internal bargaining unit members only. Bargaining unit members interested in this position are requested to apply in writing by completing an 'Application for Transfer' form and forwarding it to: Department of Human Resources on or before 4:00 pm on the posting closing date. Please note: Union positions are covered by the union collective agreement, therefore, please be aware that we must allow our qualified unionized staff the first opportunity for transfer or promotion to these positions.

Faculty and staff Mingle and Jingle all the way

A sweet table worthy of Willy Wonka, complete with a river of chocolate and a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride, were some of the highlights of this year’s Mingle and Jingle faculty and staff Christmas event held on Tuesday over the lunch hour in the Winclare room.

The stand-up party, with hors d’oeuvres, dessert and coffee stations is a departure from the formal sit-down luncheons of previous years and gives faculty and staff a chance to visit and catch up with friends, says catering manager Dean Kissner.

Job posting from Human Resources

The following union position is available to internal bargaining unit members only. Bargaining unit members interested in this position are requested to apply in writing by completing an 'Application for Transfer' form and forwarding it to: Department of Human Resources on or before 4:00 pm on the posting closing date. Please note: Union positions are covered by the union collective agreement, therefore, please be aware that we must allow our qualified unionized staff the first opportunity for transfer or promotion to these positions.