The University of Mary Washington Galleries will host two exhibitions: “Crowded Spaces: Allison Long Hardy” from Friday, Jan. 20 through Sunday, Feb. 5 at the duPont Gallery; and “Mid-Atlantic New Painting 2012” from Friday, Jan. 20 through Friday, Feb. 24 at the Ridderhof Martin Gallery.
http://blogs.fredericksburg.com/chalkboard/2012/01/14/two-new-galleries-to-open-at-umw/
Charles J. Shields’ “And So it Goes: Kurt Vonnegut: A Life” http://www.aspenpublicradio.org/pod_listen.php?row=2126
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Charles J. Shields discusses his new biography of Kurt Vonnegut with host Jonathan Bastian. The book is called, “And So it Goes: Kurt Vonnegut: A Life.”
From the Office of Human Resources. Please contact Lynne Lee at llee5@umw.edu with any questions.
Reminder: TUESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2012 is the deadline for the CLD Bonus Submissions
Recognition bonuses for certifications, licenses, and degrees (CLDs) are available for administrative faculty, non-probationary classified, and wage employees who have recently received a certification, license, or degree.
To find out if you or your employees qualify and to process the request follow the steps below or visit the website:
1. Determine if the certification, degree, or license was earned between the qualifying dates (see chart below) and meets the program guidelines outlined in the policy and in the CLD Checklist (attached).
| Submission Deadline | Qualification Period |
| January 31, 2012 | July 1, 2011– December 31, 2011 |
| July 31, 2012 | January 1, 2012 – June 30, 2012 |
2. Complete the Recognition Award Notice Form (attached) CLD_Recognition_Award_Notice and include the required documentation listed below (must be attached for submissions to be considered).
Certifications – Copy of the certification and attached CLD Checklist
Licenses – Copy of the license and attached CLD Checklist
Degrees – Official or unofficial transcripts
3. Obtain the appropriate approvals. Employee’s supervisor and the Cabinet VP for the area will have to approve the request using the attached CLD Checklist and Recognition Award Notice Form CLD_Recognition_Policy_061.
4. Submit the required documentation to Human Resources by January 31, 2012. Completed Recognition Award Notice Form with attached documentation and all required signatures should be submitted to Lynne Lee in the Office of Human Resources/Fairfax House by 5 p.m. on January 31, 2012.
Bonus issuance is contingent on budget availability. All approved bonuses will be issued to the employee within 30 days of approval.
For more information or clarification on the process, please contact Lynne Lee at llee5@umw.edu or 654-1215.
Lynne H. Lee, PHR
Human Resources Analyst
Benefits and Employee Relations
1301 College Avenue
Fairfax House
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
540/ 654-1215
The following information is provided by Human Resources and the UMW Weight Watchers at Work group:
A quick Google search reveals that losing weight is the number one New Year’s resolution. Get a start on that resolution and join UMW friends who have already lost over 1,000 pounds! Read this testimonial from one of our members:
“There comes a time in one’s life when you are no longer comfortable in your own skin. I got to that point last spring. My clothes felt tight, I had trouble sleeping and my back and joints ached. I was reluctant at first to join Weight Watchers. After all, I wasn’t FAT and didn’t want to eat SPECIAL FOOD. Plus, I wasn’t sure I would fit in. I was wrong on all counts. Weight Watchers is flexible and easy to follow. The on-line tools make tracking what I ate a breeze. I loved being able to enter my favorite recipes and restaurant entrees and find out how many points they are per serving – an eye opening experience! I lost weight by making simple modifications to my diet. I didn’t have to buy special food or deprive myself of the foods I love. The work support group provided encouragement , tips, and great camaraderie. I really liked getting to know other people on campus. The meeting time fit easily into my lunch hour and was very convenient. I met my goal and enjoy the group so much I plan to keep coming. I am truly grateful for this terrific benefit.” (Catherine)
Weight Watchers is Ranked #1 Weight-Loss Diet by U.S. News & World Report. Inaugural rankings from U.S. News & World Report put Weight Watchers in the top slot for weight-loss diets. Read more here: http://www.weightwatchers.com/util/art/index_art.aspx?tabnum=1&art_id=111661&sc=3046
The new Weight Watchers at Work session begins Wednesday, January 25. Join us and take advantage of special pricing for state employees.
Wednesday, January 25
Noon-12:30 p.m.
Red Room, Woodard Hall
Contact Pam Taggert (ptaggert@umw.edu) 654-1018 with any questions.
The following message has been sent on behalf of Meta R. Braymer, Vice President for Economic Development and Regional Engagement:
Carolyn Chewning, Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Regional Engagement, has decided that she is ready to retire after more than 17 years of dedicated service to the University. Please join us on Monday, January 23, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in Dodd Foyer as we say thank you, give our congratulations, and bid a fond farewell. All faculty and staff are invited to attend this special occasion and to send Carolyn off with our best wishes.