Job of the Week 5/13/16

This week we are highlighting an Engineer/Architect III/S (posting #3307) with IPF Commissioning Services. The successful candidate will plan, supervise, schedule and coordinate the work of the Central Control Department, reporting to the Manager of Building Performance Services (BPS) at MSU Infrastructure Planning and Facilities. Aid in the development/implementation of the campus-wide Ongoing Commissioning program, focusing on automated fault detection and diagnostics (AFDD) technologies. Develop action plans for continuous improvement in the areas of stewardship, customer experience, employee development and innovation through external collaboration. Support the BPS Manager in campus-wide control system master planning including energy efficiency measures, system network upgrades and planning, preventative / predictive maintenance practices, operations and maintenance enhancements.
Support the efforts and enforcement of energy conservation and promote its importance through the annual calculation/monitoring of campus-wide energy consumption, providing support on energy calculations for proposed energy projects and compare consumption results to industry benchmarks (such as that conforming to the US Department of Energy, Better Building Alliance).

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Build a positive relationship with food in How To Eat course

According to one research from UCLA, http://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/Dieting-Does-Not-Work-UCLA-Researchers-7832), people on diets typically lose 5 to 10 percent of their starting weight in the first six months, but at least one-third to two-thirds of people on diets regain more weight than they lost within four or five years.
According to a study from UCLA, people on diets typically lose 5 to 10 percent of their starting weight in the first six months, but at least one-third to two-thirds of people on diets regain more weight than they lost within four or five years.

It’s displayed on magazine covers, in radio and television advertisements, and sold in countless books and programs: advice on how to diet, slim down and restrict what you eat. Nearly everyone has tried to diet before, and it’s safe to say the experience is often unsuccessful and unsatisfying.

Health4U offers a free class series called How To Eat that focuses on building a positive, healthy relationship with food. “Everybody has the ability to eat the right type and amount of food by paying attention, to notice their bodies’ need for food,” said Peggy Crum, MA, RD, nutritionist and the course instructor.

This course has been offered for the past nine years, with great success. MSU employees who are interested in How To Eat are encouraged to attend the orientation session on Thursday, May 19, with no obligation to enroll in the course. Crum said some of the best participants for the course are those who have tried dieting, experienced frustration, and want to get off the dieting cycle.

“What we’re really talking about here is eating well and finding your best health, not losing weight,” Crum said.  “While I’m not against weight loss, I am against weight loss as the primary goal.” Intentional weight loss requires restricting food by counting and following rules. Eventually, the dieter is no longer able to tolerate under-eating. Eating often becomes chaotic and feels out of control. The goal for participants in this course is to re-discover internal regulation of food and to achieve competent eating.

MSU employees who are interested in How To Eat but are unable to attend classes can schedule time to see Peggy Crum in one-on-one sessions. Contact Health4U to make an appointment.

Please contact Health4U at health4u@msu.edu or 517-3532596 if you plan to attend the May 19 orientation. The 6 week course occurs 12:10–12:50 p.m. Thursdays from May 26 to June 30 in 338 Olin Health Center.

Commuting through Construction

Flowers aren’t the only thing starting to pop-up this spring. More construction cones have started to appear as the spring semester ends and summer approaches. By keeping informed and planning ahead, you can make this construction season easier to manage.

Construction of the FRIB project on Thursday May 16, 2013.
Keep up-to-date on construction on MSU and around East Lansing.

At MSU

Limited closures will continue on Bennett and Forest Roads and Pavilion Drive through June as part of the T.B. Simon Power Plant Upgrade Utility Substation.

Starting this Friday, May 13, through Sunday, May 15, several roads will be repaved on campus. These include Shaw Lane between Chestnut Road and Red Cedar Road and Kalamazoo Street from Harrison Road to Birch Road. For a full list, visit MSU Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (IPF) Construction Junction.

Commuters can expect a closure on Abbot Road from May 23 – June 10, daily between 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. but open on the weekends. This construction is part of the landscape rejuvenation project to bring sites up-to-speed with the campus landscape design.

Beginning May 23, the parking lot construction rotation will occur through July 22. Portions of the scheduled lots will be shut down, keeping the remainder of the lot open for parking. To see the lots on this summer’s rotation, visit Construction Junction.

Around East Lansing
Watch for the Bogue Street construction to start tomorrow, May 11. The street from Grand River Avenue to Shaw Lane will be completely closed to traffic, with a posted detour through June 12. At that time, construction will move to Abbot Road, between Burcham Drive and Saginaw Street, through August 14. Abbot will still be open to traffic during construction, except for a one-week closure with dates still to be announced.

North Harrison Road, between Saginaw Street and Lake Lansing Road, will be closed beginning June 13 through August 19 as part of a major street project. A detour will be posted for traffic.

A good rule of thumb – if you’re not sure whether there’s construction, search ahead and keep up-to-date. Drive safe and stress free.

Another useful link:

MSU Interactive Detour Map

Job of the Week 5/6/16

This week we are highlighting a Project/Event Coordinator (posting #3274) with the African Studies Center. The Project/Event Coordinator will assist in the planning, organizing, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of events related to the Alliance for African Partnership and the African Studies Center that will be held on campus as well as in various locations on the African continent. The Alliance for African Partnership is a new initiative designed to promote innovative collaboration between MSU and African partner institutions. The position will be responsible for maintaining records of projects, events, including tracking or organizing data related to African partners; plan and process travel; assist with monitoring contract and agreements to ensure provisions are met; coordinate and assist with evaluation of project and event activities; and oversee the preparation of event related publications. This position will involve occasional travel to Africa.

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Thank you student employees!

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Student employees at the MSU’s WDBM-FM 88.9 radio station in a programming meeting. Photo courtesy of Communications and Brand Strategy.

Students do so much more than attend classes and study at MSU. They are an integral part of MSU’s work force, from assisting with research, interning, making and serving food, providing guided campus tours and much more, all while balancing academics, clubs and other responsibilities.

Thank you student employees, for contributing your time and talents to the university! Your efforts aid in maintaining daily, ongoing operations and help advance the university in its future endeavors.

We would also like to congratulate all graduating MSU students. You might be leaving the university, but you’ll always be a Spartan. Good luck!

Get ready for Mother’s Day!

Spring flowers are in bloom just in time for Mother’s Day! You can stop and smell the roses on your way to one of these Mother’s Day events occurring in the Lansing area this Sunday, May 8. We’ve also picked out a few places you can purchase a last-minute gift!

Events

Kellogg Center Brunch, 9: 30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Once again the Kellogg Center is hosting a Mother’s Day brunch in The State Room. Dishes include a shrimp and white cheddar omelet, MSU organic pork loin, and teriyaki glazed salmon.

Potter Park Zoo

Mothers with younger children can spend a fun day at Potter Park Zoo! Mothers receive free admittance.

Lansing City Market Tea Party, 3 – 5 p.m.

The whole family can dress up for a classy tea party on the banks of the Grand River. The event will include live music and crafts.

This MSU Mom shirt is available at the Student Bookstore
This MSU Mom shirt is available at the Student Bookstore

Gifts

Spartan Bookstore

The Spartan Bookstore isn’t just for students. The store had an abundance of clothing, accessories and even electronics just right for mom.

Dairy Store

Treat yourself and your mom to delicious Dairy Store ice cream on Mother’s Day. You could also pick up some of the store’s MSU-made cheese!

Surplus Store

The Surplus Store has a wide array of items that you often can’t find at the mall. Current items for sale include a Lower Peninsula Cutting Board, a clutch , and plenty of MSU collectibles.

University Stores

Many of the supplies found at University Stores are for more practical purposes. However, the store also sells a great deal of MSU merchandise, including earrings, mugs and clothing.

Wharton Center tickets

There aren’t any shows at the Wharton Center on Mother’s Day, but you can present your mom with tickets to some upcoming ones! “The Bridges of Madison County”  is playing May 19–22, and “The Moth Mainstage,”  a series of storytelling performances, is June 9.

MSU Veterans and Active United States Military Service Members

Photo courtesy of University Relations
Photo courtesy of University Relations

May is Military Appreciation Month and this Saturday, May 7, 2016, the MSU Athletics Department would like to thank you for your service with free admission to the MSU/Nebraska baseball game. The game begins at 1:05 p.m. at McLane Stadium located behind Jenison Field House (223 Kalamazoo St.).  Show your military I.D. at the ticket booth for your free ticket. To thank you for your service, each branch of the military will be recognized throughout the game! If you are in need of additional tickets or have any questions or concerns, please contact Megan Hall (hallmeg1@ath.msu.edu).

If you are a faculty or staff member who has not self-identified your veteran status, please do so by logging into EBS, selecting your “ESS” tab, then “Personal Information,” then “Veterans Status, Race, and Ethnicity.” Your information will be used for reporting or internal communication purposes only. Thank you for your service!

Events Round-Up May 2016

Here are some events happening over the next month that may be of interest to MSU faculty and staff. Please visit the links for more information. Many events require registration.

Community Events

Friday, May 6

Casual Commute Day

Art’s Night Out, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Old Town

Saturday, May 7

Mother’s Day Tea Party, 3–5 p.m., Lansing City Market

Red Paddle Race, 9 a.m., Red Cedar River

Thursday, May 12

Edible Wild Spring Greens, 12:10 p.m.–12:15 p.m. Beal Botanical Garden

Sunday, May 15

Young Playwrights Festival, 2 p.m., Wharton Center

Tuesday, May 17

Stories for Sprouts and Seedlings, 10 a.m.–11 a.m., Michigan 4-H Children’s Gardens

Wednesday, May 18

BroadPOP Studio: Art Museum Day, 2–4 p.m., Broad Art Museum

Thursday, May 19

2016 Lansing MI Go Red Luncheon, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Old Town Marquee

Thursday, May 19–22, 2016

“The Bridges of Madison County,” Wharton Center

Saturday, May 28

2016 City of Lansing Memorial Day Ceremony, noon, Evergreen Cemetery

Development, Training and Wellness

Mondays, May 9, 16, 23

Sustainable High Performance, 1 p.m.–4:30 p.m., 10 Nisbet

Tuesday, May 10

New Supervisor Essentials, 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m., 10 Nisbet

Wednesday, May 11

Payments to Non-Resident Aliens & Foreign Vendors, 8:30 a.m.–noon, 10 Nisbet 

Wednesday, May 18

Recipe for Health Cooking Series: Jicama, 12:10–12:50 p.m., Brody Square Demonstration Kitchen

Friday, May 20

EBS Financial Systems – Roles/Onboarding, 8:30 a.m.–11 a.m., 10 Nisbet

Tuesday, May 24

Relaxing Under the Stars, 12:10–12:50 p.m., Abrams Planetarium

Saturday, May 28

Yoga at the Broad MSU, 11 a.m., Sculpture Garden

Job of the Week 4/29/16

This week we are highlighting an Accounting Clerk II (posting #3207) with the Controller’s Student Accounts Office. The position’s responsibilities include answering telephone and email inquiries regarding student accounts using Student Information System (SIS); interpreting and explaining University policies and procedures; researching and correcting billing and account errors; and engaging in problem solving with students, parents, and other University personnel; collecting on overdue student accounts which include examining each account breakdown for accuracy; attempting to make contact on overdue accounts via collection letters, phone calls, and email; establishing payment plan agreements, monitoring accounts for payments and mailing late notices monthly; preparing default accounts for transfer to Delinquent Receivables; preparing monthly collection reports; and assisting other student account offices as needed; processing past due rent collection including initiating eviction procedures; maintaining lease and termination records and responding to rental references.

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Sentimental and Sustainable: MSU Shadows Collection

The MSU Surplus Store has been a major proponent of the Be Spartan Green initiative by taking steps to reduce the amount of university material waste, reuse objects and create new goods out of old ones, and recycle everything that cannot be repurposed. In line with this concept is the MSU Shadows Collection, artisan-designed and handmade items crafted from the trees of our very own Michigan State University’s campus.

Instead of going to the wood chipper, trees salvaged by the Department of Forestry are carved into everything from benches to business card holders, kitchen tables to cutting boards. In addition to the inherent value of purchasing something crafted from trees grown on MSU’s campus, the money you spend goes directly back into the cause. Your purchase will support tree planting initiatives as well as forestry and urban wood recovery programs.

So if you want a diploma frame with a little sentimental value or a coffee table that’s also a conversation-starter, check out MSU Shadows and see how you can Be Spartan Green too.