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How Do I Find a Carpool?

Published on October 24, 2011 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

If you’re feeling the pinch at the pump, you may be considering a carpool. Carpooling saves you money, time looking for a parking spot and the environment. It also offers opportunities for networking and companionship. But you may not be sure where to begin! The best place to find a carpool is through the Capital Area Transit Authority’s (CATA’s) “Clean Commute Options” program. Their program finds carpool partners and discusses other options for getting to work while saving resources. You can call CATA at 517-393-7433, email them at cleancommute@cata.org or visit their website.

Transportation on Campus — There are plenty of options for commuting to and around campus. Photo by University Relations.

If you’re wondering about parking with a carpool, MSU Police offers a special carpool parking permit. More details can be found on the Police website or you can call the Parking Office at 517-355-8440.Continue Reading… How Do I Find a Carpool?

“Fun Friday” Contest Winner 10/21/11

Published on October 21, 2011 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

The drawing’s been held for this week’s “Fun Friday” contest, and the winners are:

Subscriber winner: Colleen Kavanagh from Department of Psychiatry
Comment winner: Mei Hu from College of Osteopathic Medicine, who commented on our Subscribe page!Continue Reading… “Fun Friday” Contest Winner 10/21/11

Parade Fun Today!

Published on October 21, 2011 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Looking to have a Fun Friday Night? Don’t miss the MSU Homecoming Parade tonight!

MSU Homecoming Image — Graphic courtesy of MSU Alumni Association

The parade begins at 6 p.m. on Friday, October 21, 2011 and will feature Sparty, MSU Sports Teams, the Spartan Marching Band, the MSU Alumni Band, the MSU Cheerleaders and Dance Team, MSU student organizations, greek sororities and fraternities, East Lansing community groups, Michigan high school bands, and much more!Continue Reading… Parade Fun Today!

Thank You 2011 Outstanding Supervisors!

Published on October 20, 2011 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Did you know that National Bosses Day was Sunday, October 16? In honor of Bosses Day, the Family Resource Center (FRC) acknowledged four outstanding supervisors at MSU by presenting them with the 2011 Outstanding Supervisor Award! The Outstanding Supervisor Award was established by FRC in 2001 to draw attention to MSU supervisors who are highly regarded by their employees for their consistent support of the work/life needs of their employees. The nominees and nominators represent a wide variety of departments and position levels.

This year’s winners are:Continue Reading… Thank You 2011 Outstanding Supervisors!

Job Posting of the Week! 10/20/11

Published on October 20, 2011 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

This week we’re highlighting a Research Administrator I position in Teacher Education (Posting #5343). Some of the job duties for this position include reviewing, analyzing, collecting and compiling academic personnel and financial information, reports, and recommendations used for organizational budgeting, financial planning, and administrative decision making for a large academic and research department with an annual general fund budget of approximately $8 million. Post award duties including collecting, compiling and interpreting information, as well as monitoring fiscal activities and providing monthly reconciliation for federal, state and foundation funded grants in accordance with organizational policies and administrative decisions, as well as legislative regulations prescribed by law.

For a complete description of this position, and to view all of our current postings, please go to jobs.msu.edu and select Support Staff under the Fast Jobs Search.

Useful link:

MSU Jobs twitter feed

Go on a Walkabout…Without Leaving Campus!

Published on October 19, 2011 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Are you ready to get out of your office and move your legs a little? Well, you don’t have to go very far!

MSU Campus Trail — There are places to walk all over MSU’s campus! Photo provided by University Relations.

There is beautiful scenery all throughout campus just waiting to be discovered. If you need ideas for where to walk, look no further than the Campus Walking Loops. This interactive map displays walking loops/routes on virtually every corner of campus. The map lists the distance of each loop so you know which will fit into your schedule, along with campus art features and emergency phones. If you want a copy for your desk, they offer a printable PDF version. The map was developed in partnership with MSU’s Health4U program and Campus Planning and Administration.Continue Reading… Go on a Walkabout…Without Leaving Campus!

Beware of Mud Mind!

Published on October 18, 2011 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

We have millions of thoughts running through our mind each day. Today, Lisa Davidson, counselor for the Employee Assistance Program and HRD facilitator, explains how our thinking shifts from clear mind to mud mind, and how we can learn to shift back to a clear, centered state of mind. Check out the video here.

If you’re interested in learning more about achieving a clearer state of mind, check out one of Lisa’s upcoming classes. You can enroll through the EBS system.

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Where do I find my earnings statements online?

Published on October 17, 2011 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Today’s Mailroom Monday question is:
Where do I find my earnings statements in the new EBS HR/Payroll System?

To see 2011 earnings statements:

Log in to the Employee Self Service (ESS) section of EBS using your MSU Net ID and password. (You can access the link to get to EBS at http://www.ebs.msu.edu/ or at the top of the HR site at http://www.hr.msu.edu/)
Once you are logged in, click on the ESS Tab (It may say ESS Staff, ESS Faculty or ESS Hourly depending on your employee type).Continue Reading… Where do I find my earnings statements online?

“Fun Friday” Contest Winners 10/14/11

Published on October 14, 2011 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

The drawing’s been held for this week’s “Fun Friday” contest, and the winners are:

Subscriber winner: Ann Taft from Medical Education Research and Development
Comment winner: Robin Pline from Office of the Provost, who commented on Thank You MSU Gardeners!

This week’s prizes come to us from University Stores. They both won MSU coffee mugs!Continue Reading… “Fun Friday” Contest Winners 10/14/11

Get Ready to Glow Green!

Published on October 14, 2011 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

This year, Spartans from near and far are being asked to “glow” green for Homecoming week! MSU’s Homecoming will take place October 17-22. This year’s theme is “Glow Green, Go White”and the university is hoping to start a new tradition, which calls for Spartans to switch out their porch or house lights to green ones during homecoming week.

MSU’s Homecoming is October 17-22, 2011

While supplies last, the MSU Alumni Association is giving out free green light bulbs. The bulbs will be available for faculty, staff, alumni and fans during normal business hours (8 a.m. – 5 p.m.) at the MSU Alumni Association, located in the stadium tower. After the football game against Michigan on October 15, free bulbs will be available to alumni and fans at the MSU Alumni Association tent, north of the stadium. You also may purchase green light bulbs at all Meijer stores.Continue Reading… Get Ready to Glow Green!