University of North Dakota Faculty/Staff Newsletter

UND recognizes staff for employment milestones, meritorious service

May 16, 2013 • Category: Lead Story

UND honored staff members for years of service and a select few for going above and beyond Tuesday, May 14, at a special luncheon at the Memorial Union. The UND Recognition Ceremony for Staff Personnel was highlighted by the naming of the 2013 Ken & Toby Baker UND Proud Award winner: Dawn Pladson, a cost [...]

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Events»

Symposium to focus on workplace conflicts through May 24

The Conflict Resolution Center will hold its sixth annual symposium May 20-24. This year’s focus is on “Weathering the Workplace Storm: Learning to Predict, Prepare & Prevail.” This week-long event is aimed at making business more proactive, peaceful and profitable despite the storms all organizations face. The events will take place on the second floor of the [...]

Candidate for Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Judicial Affairs interviews May 29

On Wednesday, May 29, Dr. L. Randy Carter will visit campus to interview for the position of Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Judicial Affairs and Crisis Programs. Carter will meet with various constituency groups and an open forum will be held for members of the campus community to meet with him. The open [...]

Retirement reception will honor Marlene Zimmerman May 30

The Center for Family Medicine – Bismarck invites you to a retirement reception honoring Marlene Zimmerman. Marlene has worked at the Center for Family Medicine for over 14 years. Please help us thank her for her service at a reception from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 30 – Jodi Myrvik, Bismarck CFM, 701.751.6753, jodi.myrvik@med.und.edu.

The Ralph will host free “Party on the Plaza” concert May 31

Ralph Engelstad Arena will host a free “Party on the Plaza” concert at 7 p.m. Friday, May 31, to kick-off the first-ever ball hockey tournament (June 1- 2.  The concert will be headlined by Pop Rocks, a Minneapolis-based act known for their high-energy show and costume changes while covering the biggest hits from the 80s [...]

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New ceramics course taught by Dan Van Tassell, artist in residence

Want to spark your creativity using clay? Enroll in Introduction to Ceramics course taught by Dan Van Tassell, UND artist in residence. Learn basic techniques for making functional and sculptural objects using hand and potter’s wheel methods. You will also become familiar with using various glazing and firing techniques to create your own works of [...]

Ilene Odegard named director of Career Services

It is my pleasure to announce that Ilene Odegard has accepted the position of director of Career Services. Ilene had served as the interim director of Career Services for the last 11 months. Prior to the interim director role, her professional experience involved both public and private sector positions in education and industry. Please join [...]

May 27, Memorial Day, is holiday

Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, is a holiday.  Only employees required by their supervisors must report to work on this holiday.

President Kelley has signed revised Cost Transfers for Sponsored Projects Activity policy

President Kelley signed a revised Cost Transfers for Sponsored Projects Activity policy on April 29, 2013. The policy along with instructions and required forms may be found on the VPRED website: http://UND.edu/research/resources/az-list.cfm. The policy applies to cost transfers involving one or more sponsored funding sources. All FY14 cost transfers must be submitted with the new [...]

Research»

Water Resources Research Institute names research fellows

The North Dakota Water Resources Research Institute announced its Graduate Research Fellowship recipients for 2013-14. Fellowships ranging from $3,000 to $11,500 were awarded to five doctoral students and nine master’s degree students conducting research in water resources topics at NDSU and UND. A panel of state water resource professionals reviewed the applications and selected the [...]

Preproposals due May 10 for NSF programs for MRSECs, CSBR, and PFC

The National Science Foundation has issued the following program announcements which allow UND to submit only a limited number of submissions. Thus, if you are interested in submitting a proposal to NSF for the program, please let us know as soon as possible (barry.milavetz@UND.edu or 777.4280). Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers #13-556 http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2013/nsf13556/nsf13556.htm?WT.mc_id=USNSF_25&WT.mc_ev=click Materials [...]

ND EPSCoR NATURE meeting is May 1

ND EPSCoR will host an informational meeting for the NATURE (Nurturing American Tribal Undergraduate Research and Education) program from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, in the Memorial Union Presidents Room. ND EPSCoR is seeking faculty participation in this program. Please share this information with your faculty. NATURE is an educational outreach program sponsored [...]

NSF program announcements with limited submissions sought for NUE and NG NNIN

The National Science Foundation has issued the following program announcements which allow UND to submit only a limited number of submissions. Thus, if you are interested in submitting a proposal to NSF for the program, please let us know as soon as possible (barry.milavetz@UND.edu or 777.4280). Nanotechnology Undergraduate Education in Engineering (NUE) Program Solicitation #13-541 http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2013/nsf13541/nsf13541.htm?WT.mc_id=USNSF_25&WT.mc_ev=click This [...]

In the News»

UND Flying Team in national competition: second by inches

The UND Flying Team took second with a score of 355, only four points behind the winner, out of 28 schools at the National Intercollegiate Flying Association’s (NIFA’s) Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference (SAFECON) recently. This SAFECON was hosted by The Ohio State University in Columbus Ohio. It was the tightest first-to-second place score spread [...]

Four student-athletes named to CoSIDA Academic All-District At-Large Teams

Student-athletes Jocelyne Lamoureux, Monique Lamoureux, Veronica Medon and Nick Mattson have been named to the 2012-13 Capital One Academic All-District At-Large Team, selected by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA). Jocelyne Lamoureux and Medon both earned their second straight selections, while Monique Lamoureux and Mattson are each first-time honorees. North Dakota’s four total [...]

Athletics auction and gala generates record revenue for athletics scholarships

The Athletics Department and the UND Alumni Association & Foundation have  jointly announced that the fifth biennial A Night of Champions: UND Athletics Auction & Gala raised a record $158,000 for student-athlete scholarships. Nearly 600 attendees – the most in the event’s history – helped generate a 17 percent increase from the $135,000 raised at [...]

Men’s swimming and diving program joins Western Athletic Conference

The Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Western Athletic Conference announced today that it will add the sport of men’s swimming and diving beginning with the 2013-14 season and that North Dakota will join the league as an affiliate member. UND’s men’s swimming and diving program will join UND’s women’s program in the WAC after competing in [...]

Bulletin Board»

Summer weekly Denim Days start May 29

We are happy to offer additional Denim Days for the summer of 2013. Enjoy weekly Denim Days and provide additional support to local nonprofit organizations. Even if your office is already enjoying Casual Fridays, please consider donating on these additional Denim Days. Summer Denim Day dates are: Wednesday, May 29 Friday, June 7 Wednesday, June [...]

NDBC offers summer classes and camps for children and adults

Summer Classes Four-week sessions in ballet, jazz, modern, hip hop and Adult Barretoning. Ages 3-adult. Session I: June 3-28 | Session II: July 8-Aug. 8 Prices: $35 a session Princess Camps This summer NDBC is offering eight separate days of our unique princess day camps, register for just one or all of them. We look [...]

Participants sought for studies at the Human Nutrition Research Center

The Glycemic Effects of Honey Study We invite you to join a study that compares the effect of honey, high fructose corn, and sugar on blood sugar. • An 11-15 week study • Men and women between 20-80 years of age. • Normal to obese body weight (BMI 18-39.9) • Normal and Impaired Glucose Tolerance [...]

Voluntary leave donations sought for Jay Kollin

Voluntary donations of sick or annual leave are sought for Jay Kollin, academic building services supervisor, Facilities Management. Please return completed Donation of Leave forms to the Facilities HR office, Stop 9032. Forms can be found at UND.edu/finance-operations/payroll/_files/docs/donatedleaveform.pdf. All donations are kept confidential. Thank you in advance for your generosity. — Haley Desjarlais, Facilities Management [...]

In Remembrance»

Remembering Ruth Smith

Ruth N. Smith, retired administrative secretary in the Psychology Department, of Park Rapids, died suddenly Sunday night, May12, 2013 at St. Joseph’s Area Health Services in Park Rapids, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was 85.  Ruth Elaine Nesheim was born March 14, 1928, in Jefferson, Iowa, to Victor and Sarah Nesheim. She attended [...]

Remembering Rev. Gerald Potter

The Rev. Gerald L. Potter, Associate Professor Emeritus of Philosophy and Religion and Priest of the Diocese of Fargo passed away Sunday, April 21, 2013 in Prairie View, 4000 Valley Square in Grand Forks.  He was 85. Gerald L. Potter was born July 15, 1927 in Minneapolis to Joseph A. and Mary Eileen (Uriell) Potter. [...]

Notice of student death

It is with regret that we announce the death of Brian Kadlec on April 9, 2013.  He was enrolled in Mechanical Engineering. — Cara Halgren, Associate Vice President and Dean of Students.

Remembering Norbert O’Keefe

Norbert O’Keefe, M.D., retired chair of radiology, died April 3, 2013, at St. Alexius Medical Center, Bismarck, after a long illness.  He was 84. Norb was born on Oct. 6, 1928, in Williston, the son of John and Marian (Myers) O’Keefe. He was raised and educated in Williston. He graduated in 1946 from Williston High [...]

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