Words from the Chair
Greetings!
WOW! It is hard to believe that another SRW is behind us. I hope that for those of you who were able to attend this year’s activities you had a good time. Preparation is already underway for next year! Thoughtful consideration is being given to the suggestions you have provided via our on-line post-SRW survey. Speaking of the survey, I would like to share a few of the underlying themes regarding the responses received thus far.
Trivial Pursuit
Many of you indicated you had difficulty hearing the questions. SAC will focus
on securing a better PA system for this event. Hopefully, we can resolve that
problem next year. Also, it was a complete oversight on SAC’s part in
allowing a team to be awarded prizes for more than one round. That, too, will
be resolved next year. Several suggested that we have a couple of tables set-up
for teams that form “on the fly” at the day of the event. Depending
on the number of teams that register next year, this, too, will be considered.
Staff Luncheon
Everyone was pleased with the menu selection as well as the music. Many were
glad to see it back to being a luncheon versus an afternoon reception. Several
commented on the lack of organization. The irony is that this event was probably
the most planned of the three! Several issues cropped up at the last minute
which were completely out of our hands. We will do a better job in communicating
the need for timely delivery (be it the entree, dessert, or even the corsages)
next year. More time will be spent in formatting/proofing the program. Bios
will also be included once again next year. Several a/v suggestions were given
and are also being considered for next year.
Picnic
Everyone overwhelmingly loved the new location. (Just for the record, that location
was purposefully chosen this year.) Most enjoyed the relaxed environment which
allowed for good conversation among your colleagues. Many loved the addition
of the background music. There was a 50/50 split as to the door prize drawings
being absent this year. Some would have preferred ice cream over the cookies
we provided this year. Additional activities for the picnic are being considered
that will provide more variety.
Several suggested splitting up the activities. Many had difficulty in attending all of the activities since they were scheduled within the same week. SAC would like to expand SRW to include activities throughout the year. Much of that will depend on securing additional financial support to fund the additional activities. Creativity is always welcome – so, if you have a low-cost suggestion regarding an activity that will promote professional and/or personal development among your colleagues, please share!
In the next month, SAC will be preparing to conduct its annual election. This year, we have four vacant positions. Two positions are in the administrative/professional category, each of which is for a three-year term. Two positions are in the service/support category, one of which is for a three-year term and the other is for a one-year term. If you know of someone who would like to be a part of the SAC, please consider nominating that person. If you are interested in being a part of SAC, self-nominations are always welcome. You can make a difference!Before closing, I would like to take this opportunity to extend a sincere thank you to the President and his staff for continuing to support SRW. I would also like to express my gratitude to your fellow SAC members. Hundreds of hours went into the planning, preparation and execution of this year’s events. Without your fellow SAC members, none of this would have been possible.
Don’t forget, our next scheduled meeting is Friday, July 13th, 2007 at 8:30 a.m. in the 205 Conference Room, MOREnet. As always, we welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions. We are here for YOU!
Warm regards, Rusty
UM SAC Chair Rusty Crawford
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Staff Recognition Week 2007 ***Special Note of Thanks to Willie Jones, Records Management and Becky Bohlmeyer, Controller's Office for providing Staff Recognition Week 2007 photos in this issue.  -  Below is pictorial highlights of Staff Recognition Week 2007. Tuesday, May 15 Trivia Day at Forum Boulevard Christian Church Great day for camaraderie          
Wednesday, May 16 Awards Luncheon at Reynolds Alumni Center |
Milestones
of Service Recognized at the 2007 Staff Appreciation Luncheon |
The following people were recognized at the 2007 Awards Luncheon for their years of service. Those with 30 and 35 years of service to the University of Missouri were presented framed certificates. Those with 25 years of service received a wooden box with the University of Missouri logo embedded in the wood. All other employees celebrating milestones in years of service; names' were made mention of at the luncheon. 35 Years of Service |
30 Years of Service |
25 Years of Service |
Cuba Plain ~ Planning & Budget Michael Procter ~ Facilities Planning & Development Ralph Stull ~ UMC Procurement Services 20 Years of Service |
Gary Allen Robin David Deters Victoria Lynn Fox Cynthia Gardner Kennetha Jackson Jeffrey W Kinder Nicki S Love Kathleen Murphy Markie Mark McQuitty Peggy Louise Richards Lewis L Rugen Roxie Shaw 15 Years of Service |
Asaad Fawzi Daghlas Tanya M Haeussler Christine Ludeman Kathleen Miller Janet E Sapp David Silvey 10 Years of Service |
Monica M Beglau Michelle Blevins Pamela Brady Sharon Brock Patricia Clayton Kenneth R Dunn JR William E Edwards David P Fannin J Christopher Giordano Lori Beth Hall Jones Dean A Hargett John M Honan Eric Jansing Jodie L Lewis Jennifer S Lukomski Sandra M Monnig Linda L Moritz Claudia L Nelson Debra J Nietzel Shannon Spurling Kevin L Summers Scott K Uhlmann Deana G Volle 5 Years of Service |
Lisa Alderson Natasha J Angell Adrienne H Detwiler Bradley Vernon Dodds Brenda K Fuemmeler Edna Murray Nelson Corey P Nichols Karen Walberg Friday,
May 18 Picnic at Twin Lakes Recreational Area Great day to visit with UM System colleagues attending the picnic            
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Staff Advisory Council Elections 2007 The 2007 SAC Election Committee members (Chair - Marcia Brewer, Megan Gill, and John Brooks) are preparing to conduct the annual election. This year, UM Staff Advisory Council has four vacant positions. Two positions are in the administrative/professional category, each of which is for a three-year term. Two positions are in the service/support category, one of which is for a three-year term and the other is for a one-year term. If you know of someone who would like to be a part of the SAC, please consider nominating that person. If you are interested in being a part of SAC, self-nominations are always welcome. You can make a difference! Email Marcia Brewer or call her at 882-3208 for more information. Current nomination form Go
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Events Calendar - University of Missouri Columbia
Events Calendar - City of Columbia/Chamber of Commerce
Events Calendar - Mid-Missouri
Standing Committees
- Benefits Committee: Chair: John Brooks
- Parking & Transportation Committee: Chair: Mary Ann Ihler
- Staff Awareness Committee: All SAC members serve on this committee
- Staff Recognition Week: Chair: Rusty Crawford; All SAC members serve on this committee
UM-SAC will do our best to keep all UM employee's
informed on various topics, issues, and problems that arise during the year.
We welcome suggestions from you on issues of interest and look forward to
presenting those matters to the entities that can best assist in those matters
or make change. If you have any questions, ideas, and/or concerns, please
call or email any of the UM-SAC members.
SAC
website
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Editor! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Staff Advisory Council meetings are open to all UM System Staff. Meeting times are 8:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m. the second Friday of the month. The location of each meeting will change in 2007, so contact a council member if you are interested in attending. Mary Ann Ihler
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