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Is your department ready for a hurricane?
Hurricane season is upon us again. It is important for each UF department to be ready for potential storms. Here are a few key facts to keep in mind regarding your hurricane response:Discover Your Leadership Potential: UF Academy accepting applications for 2009-2010
UF Training and Organizational Development is pleased to announce a call for applications to join the UF Academy for 2009-2010. Applications to participate are being accepted from July 20 through close of business on August 28.FRS Legislation Update
The Florida Legislature considered several pieces of legislation affecting the Florida Retirement System (FRS) during its 2009 session.New policy requires protective equipment when riding motorcycles, scooters, Segways, and bicycles
In pursuit of more sustainable processes, University of Florida departments are looking at alternate methods of transportation such as scooters, bicycles, and Segways.UF employees may self-identify Veterans Status
All UF employees have an opportunity to self-identify their Veterans Status based on the new U.S. Department of Labor definitions.
Employee Education Program accepting applications for the fall semester
The Employee Education Program (EEP) is a popular benefit available to eligible UF faculty and staff. The program provides tuition assistance for up to six credit hours of eligible college-level courses per semester.
Reset, Refocus: Attend “Be Your Best” Training this July
During July, UF Training and Organizational Development will offer workshops that provide an opportunity to focus on personal development as a step toward being more effective.
Second Annual Gator Charity Challenge
The University of Florida football team is preparing to hold its second annual Gator Charity Challenge event on Friday, July 31, at 6:30 p.m. at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Federal Minimum Wage increased to $7.25 beginning July 24Workers in the state of Florida will see a minimum wage increase from $7.21 to $7.25 per hour beginning July 24.
Electronic Effort Certification: NEW spring 2009 semester reporting
Beginning July 6, 2009, departments will enter all effort for the Spring 2009 term.
Registration for fall training opens August 3
Please note changes to computer application training availability
UF recognized for mentoring program
The University of Florida will receive the Business Mentor of the Year Award at the 2009 Ability Awards hosted by The Florida Governor’s Alliance for the Employment of Citizens with Disabilities (The Able Trust).
Alternate parking available at the 310 eastside campus office building during construction period
Training participants attending sessions at the Bridges Computer Lab, located at 2008 N.E. Waldo Road, should park in a designated temporary parking area due to construction on the UF Eastside Campus.
Mark your calendar for important Open Enrollment dates!
This year's annual benefits Open Enrollment is scheduled to run from September 14 through October 9.
Living Well Fitness Center memberships available to faculty and staff
Living Well Fitness Center is devoted to improving the health and wellness of faculty and staff at the University of Florida.
Financial planning assistance available to employees
Investment company representatives are available to meet with you on a regular basis.
©2009 University of Florida Office of Human Resource Services
The InfoGator is a monthly e-publication produced by the University of Florida’s Office of Human Resource Services. It is distributed electronically to UF faculty and staff and is available online. Please direct questions or comments to its editor, Angela Gould; Human Resource Services; P.O. Box 115006; (352) 392-4626; TDD 800-955-8771. The InfoGator is available in an alternative format upon request.
