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Nominations are Open for Student Employee of the Year!

Published on January 24, 2017 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Do you supervise a student employee that consistently goes above and beyond? You have the opportunity to ensure your student is recognized! The Division of Student Affairs and Services is calling for nominations of exemplary student employees for the Student Employee of the Year Award. This university-wide award is given to a student employee who exhibits one or more of the following performance qualities: reliability, quality of work, professionalism and uniqueness of contribution.

MSU Students employees in the MSU Union store prep boxes for the recycle bins. — Recycling Sparty Student Employees. Photo courtesy of Communications and Brand Strategy.

The program and reception will be held on April 13, 2017 at the Kellogg Center. At this reception, all nominees will be honored with certificates. Additionally, the Student Employee winner’s name will be submitted for consideration for the State of Michigan Competition. If this individual wins at the state level, he/she will go on for consideration in the Midwest and national recognition programs.

Nominations are being accepted from now until February 1, 2017. In order to learn more about the criteria for this award and nominate a deserving student employee, visit the website. It is important to note that all nominations must be submitted using the online application. Paper applications will not be accepted. For more information on the Student Employee of the Year award program, please contact Tammye Coles at mitche25@msu.edu or call 517-355-8286.

Ruth Jameyson “Above and Beyond” Award Reminder

Published on January 12, 2017 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Nominations for the 7^th Annual Ruth Jameyson “Above and Beyond” Award are due by Friday, January 27. The award recognizes support staff members who are pursuing a graduate degree at MSU or elsewhere concurrent with their employment at MSU.

The Ruth Jameyson “Above and Beyond” Award recognizes a support staff member who embodies the work ethic, spirit and commitment to MSU demonstrated by Ruth Jameyson. Ms. Jameyson worked as secretary to MSU President Robert S. Shaw and administrative assistant to President John A. Hannah while pursuing her master’s degree in economics.

Nominees must be regular, active employees with at least five years of service to MSU in a support staff position, and must be enrolled and attending a post-baccalaureate degree program at MSU or elsewhere.

The recipient will also receive a stipend of $2,500 funded by friends of Ruth Jameyson; Barbara Sawyer-Koch, MSU trustee emerita, and Donald F. Koch, MSU professor emeritus.

For more information about the award or nomination process, visit MSU Human Resources.

Winter Break Dining Hall Hours

Published on December 15, 2016 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Now that fall semester is over, students will be leaving for winter break and the dining halls on campus will be altering their hours.

dining-hall-hours-edited — Student employees work at The Gallery. Photo courtesy of Communications and Brand Strategy.

The dining hall hours for winter break are as follows:

December 17-22:

Brody Square and The Edge at Akers are open 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

December 23 – January 2:

All dining halls are closed.

January 3:

Brody Square and The Edge at Akers are open 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

January 4-6:

Brody Square and The Edge at Akers are open 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Riverwalk Market at Owen is open 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

January 7:

Brody and Akers are open 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. to midnight.

Riverwalk Market at Owen is open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Heritage Commons at Landon, The Vista at Shaw and Holmes are open 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

South Pointe at Case is open 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Gallery at Snyder / Phillips and Wilson are open 5 p.m. to midnight.

January 8:

Normal hours resume.

To find additional information about winter break dining hours, visit the Eat at State website.

Best Doctors Outlook for 2017

Published on December 13, 2016 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Best Doctors LIVE Webinar Series is back with, “Best Doctors Outlook for 2017.” In this special edition of the monthly series, presenters will revisit 2016 and look ahead at what’s in store for 2017. Presenters included Dr. Mark Graber, founder and president of Society to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine, and Dr. Lewis Levy, chief medical officer of Best Doctors. Dr. Graber will share insights on gains being made in combatting medical error, and Dr. Levy will provide a sneak peek at the trends and technologies that Best Doctors is focusing on in 2017.

Participants will have time for a live Q&A after the presentation. If you are unable to attend, a recording of the webinar can be provided. This free presentation will take place on Thursday, December 15, at 1 p.m. Eastern. To register, click here.

Get to Know ALEX

Published on November 17, 2016 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Do you still have questions about your benefits? ALEX is available to help!

featured_blobby2 — To learn more about ALEX, click here.

ALEX is a virtual benefits counselor that is
provided by MSU HR to walk you through everything you need to know about your benefit options. Even though open enrollment has ended for the 2017 plan year, ALEX can still be used in order to learn more about your benefits.

When you first navigate to ALEX, it will ask you some basic questions in order to figure out which benefit plans apply to your situation. You then have the opportunity to go through and take a closer look at all of the plan options. ALEX will give you the choice to learn more about each plan or to move on to the next section. There is also a menu bar on the side if you want to skip around and learn about certain plans.

It is important to note that ALEX is strictly an educational tool; you are not able to enroll for any benefits through this tool. Enrollment must still be completed through the EBS portal. To navigate to ALEX, visit the HR website and select the link under the section that applies to you (faculty and academic staff, support staff, variable hour employees or graduate assistants). Be sure to take advantage of this helpful interactive tool!

2016 Outstanding Supervisor Award Recipients

Published on November 15, 2016 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

MSU Human Resources would like to congratulate the 2016 Outstanding Supervisor Award recipients!

The University-wide award was established to draw attention to MSU supervisors who are highly regarded by their employees for their consistent support of the work/life (professional/personal) needs of their employees. Previously established by the former Family Resource Center in the spring of 2001, this award is now managed through the WorkLife Office. Various academic and support staff units submitted excellent nominations this year. The nominees and nominators represent a wide variety of departments and position levels.

In celebration of “National Bosses Day and Work & Family Month” the recipients were honored at surprise celebrations with their staff and family held on various dates surrounding National Boss’s Day on October 16.

This year’s five winners include:

Karen Crosby – Chief Financial Officer, Deans Office, College of Human Medicine

“Karen has fostered a culture of support and respect. The office is a very positive place to work, and I feel our team is professional, personable and high performing.”

Amy Driver – Data Entry Supervisor, Enterprise Information Stewardship

“[Amy] assumes and believes in the excellence of our staff which empowers us all, and has created a work environment that makes me want to come to work every day.”

Sherman Garnett – Dean, James Madison College

“Whether there is a need for flexible hours, for a long time away to care for loved ones, or our own health issues, Dean Garnett has created a productive and engaging environment where faculty and staff know that they are respected, listened to and cared for.”

Jessica Nakfour – Management Analyst, MSU Extension Director’s Office jessica-nakfour-team

“[Jessica] is a cheerleader who motivates me to be a better employee.”

Jeremy Wilson – Director, Center for Anti-Counterfeiting and Product Protection, Jeremy Wilson Team.JPG School of Criminal Justice

“Jeremy has high expectations of high quality work that are balanced with the desire to attend to the needs at home”

MSU is proud to have leaders who support the balance between work and personal well-being. Thank you for making our university a great place to work!

Clerical-Technical Award 2016

Published on November 8, 2016 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Congratulations to Rebecca Ives, the recipient of this year’s Michigan State University Clerical-Technical Award!

The Clerical-Technical Award is sponsored by the Thomas and Concettina Gliozzo Endowment Fund and recognizes outstanding clerical-technical employees. Rebecca does outstanding work in her position as a Research Technologist in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, and she truly demonstrates all of the award criteria which includes respect and concern for all members of the MSU community, diligence in daily work, significant contributions to the community and innovative thinking.

ct-award — From left to right, Clerical-Technical Union President Deb Bittner, director emeritus of the MSU Study Abroad program Dr. Charles Gliozzo, award recipient Rebecca Ives and MSU Human Resources Associate Vice President Sharon E. Butler at the 2016 CT Award ceremony.

Rebecca’s contributions to the community are extraordinary. One faculty member wrote in her nomination that Rebecca “single-handedly was able to set up the first and only federally/state certified laboratory in the State of Michigan for Cryptosporidium and Giardia testing here at MSU to help protect the safety of our drinking waters.”

Rebecca shows true dedication to her job. She is willing to help in whatever capacity she is needed whether that is her primary responsibility of running the lab or other activities such as working with students, helping with department events, or assisting public health departments.

Rebecca’s attitude is one of the qualities that makes her such a valuable employee. In her nomination, another faculty member wrote, “no matter what the situation (crisis of sampling during outbreaks, storms, etc.), Ms. Ives takes a calm, steady and organized approach to directing the activities of the laboratory while maintaining a positive, friendly attitude. She is well respected by students, professors and contractors outside MSU.”

Watch this video to learn more about Rebecca and her work with the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife.

Inspirational Woman of the Year Award Nominations

Published on November 3, 2016 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

If you know or work with a woman who goes above and beyond in her everyday life and work, nominate her for the Inspirational Woman of the Year Award. The award was created in 2014 and previously administered by the MSU Woman’s Resource Center to recognize the achievements of woman-identified MSU faculty and staff. This year, as the new administrators of the award, the Center for Gender in Global Context will award individuals who demonstrate integrity, leadership, quality performance, integrative and inclusive action, and influence on campus and in the community. Three woman will be honored, one in each category: Professional Achievement, Community Engagement and Culture of Empowerment.

Staff, faculty and students may nominate women they believe deserve the award. Nomination deadline for the third-annual Inspirational Woman of the Year Award is November 15. Recipients will be recognized in spring 2017. For more information about the award or the nomination process, visit gencen.isp.msu.edu.

TIAA Visa Gift Card Challenge

Published on October 27, 2016 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Sometimes a little knowledge goes a long way. At least that’s what happened to Eric Strouse of IPF Safety and Security Services who stopped by retirement vendor TIAA’s table at the Big Ten Network MSU vs. Wisconsin game tailgate on September 24. Eric simply tested his knowledge about financial life and work fundamentals and won TIAA’s Apple Watch sweepstakes.

applewatch-001 — TIAA sweepstakes winner, Eric Strouse, is a proud new owner of an Apple Watch!

You too can be entered to win amazing prizes through TIAA’s educational challenge quiz. Now through December 15, each time you play, you are entered for a chance to win one of 60 $25 Visa gift cards. Take the challenge as many times as you’d like, and learn something new about work life and finances each time. Put your knowledge to the test today!

Spartan Spirit: Homecoming 2016

Published on October 10, 2016 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

When the air begins to crisp, the leaves start to change and football season is in full swing, there comes an overwhelming sense of pride that falls over campus. This sensation is known as Homecoming. Students, alumni, staff, faculty, fans, friends and family are brought together by the mutual love and respect of Michigan State.

The Homecoming Game vs. Northwestern Wildcats is on Saturday, October 15, but the festivities will take place all week. Events like Hayrides and History, a “Game of the Century” viewing party and Dairy Store ice cream at The Rock will begin on Monday, October 10 and continue throughout the week. A full list of events can be found on the Alumni Association website.

The 2016 Homecoming Parade begins at 6 p.m. on Friday October 14. Starting at the Hannah Community Center, the parade will be led by Grand Marshals Tom and Lupe Izzo, and will travel down Abbot to Grand River and turn on to campus at the Collingwood entrance. Traffic on campus will be extra busy before the parade, and several roads will be closed, so you may want to leave work a little earlier than usual.

homecoming-parade2 — The Homecoming parade is always a Spartan Community favorite

Don’t forget the tradition of “glowing green”! Spartans anywhere in the world can show their school spirit by switching their front porch, window or any light with a green bulb for the week. Submit your “Glow Green!” photos on the MSU Alumni Association’s Facebook page, or use #GlowGreen on Twitter or Instagram for a chance to win prizes.

The leaves may no longer be green, but our hearts always are.