Volume 3, Number 52 - Thursday, July 3, 2008
Next Week in Laker Lines
University Relations’ Erin Fender will be editing the next two editions (July 7 and July 10) of Laker Lines while Director of University Relations John Shiffert is on vacation. Please send Fender Laker Lines information at erinfender@clayton.edu.
Message from DOAS Regarding Insurance Cards
In the past we (DOAS) have sent out insurance cards before the June 30 deadline. Unfortunately, this year we won't be able to make the deadline because the cards have not arrived. As soon as we receive the cards, we will make every effort to distribute them to your agency as soon as possible. In the meantime, there is a copy of the insurance card on the DOAS website (www.doas.ga.gov). This will serve the same purpose as the yellow insurance card. Just make a copy, place it in your agency's envelope and give it to the employee (for those who drive their own vehicles) or put it in the glove compartment of a State vehicle.
Youth University’s Second Session Starts July 7… Open House July 1
Clayton State University’s Division of Continuing Education’s popular Youth University’s second, three-week session for 2008 is set to kick off on Monday, July 7 at Clayton State’s newly-renovated location on Tara Boulevard in Jonesboro.
To prepare and inform parents, a Youth University Open House will be held on Tuesday, July 1, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., also at the Jonesboro location, 9157 Tara Blvd.
Youth University’s hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with extended morning and evening care available at an additional fee. The second session for 2008 will run from July 7 to July 25 and the registration fee is $399 for students ages seven to 11.
In Session Two, students will be introduced to pioneers, explorers, Native Americans, and a host of historical figures as they study the great American West. The camp’s comprehensive academic curriculum will cover U.S. Geography, Spanish and French discovery and settling of the American West, the Gold Rush, Daniel Boone, Davy Crockett and other historical pioneers. The end-of-session theatrical production will be of the Wild, Wild West.
For more information, or to register for Youth University, call (678) 466-5050 or go to http://conted.clayton.edu.
Golf Tournament Scheduled to Benefit Lynn Wheeler, July 14
Monday, July 14, 2008 will be a big day for Lynn Wheeler, wife of the head of the Clayton State University Music Department, Dr. Douglas Wheeler.
That’s the day that the Wheeler’s church, Covenant Presbyterian Church in Fayetteville, Ga., will be hosting the Lynn Wheeler Benefit Golf Tournament at Eagle’s Brooke County Club in Locust Grove, Ga. A member of the Clayton State “family” for almost five years, Lynn Wheeler personifies determination and courage. Diagnosed with cancer in February 2005, she went into remission in September of that same year, only to suffer a serious spinal injury in an auto accident on Christmas Day, 2005, an accident that has confined her to a wheelchair and breathing with the help of a respirator.
Undaunted, the Wheelers have remained strong members of Covenant Presbyterian, and Lynn continues to serve in the church’s children’s ministry and to teach piano. On their part, the members of Covenant want to be able “to bless Lynn as she has blessed us.” Thus, the church is holding a fund raising golf tournament for the Wheelers at Eagle’s Brooke. The tournament will feature a clinic by former PGA touring professional Greg Powers, lunch provided by Chick-Fil-A, door prizes, raffles, longest drive and closest to the pin contests, and a new 2008 Ford, courtesy of Allan Vigil Ford, for a hole-in-one.
The Lynn Wheeler Benefit Golf Tournament is set up for four-person teams in a Ft. Lauderdale format with a shotgun start at 9:30 a.m. Single players may register for $95. Four person teams may register for $380.
For more information on the tournament, call Joseph Starr at (678) 637-2731 or Jack Stillman at (678) 471-1526.
TAP Application Deadline for Fall Semester 2008, July 15
The deadline for submitting TAP applications for Fall Semester is Tuesday, July 15, 2008. Completed applications should be forwarded to the HR Department. If you participated in the TAP program during Spring Semester 2008, you must also submit a copy of your grade report. Both official and unofficial (web generated) grade reports are acceptable. TAP participants must receive a grade of “C” or better in each approved course in order to continue participation in the TAP program.
Clayton State SBDC to Hold Entrepreneur Development Series, Starting July 17
The Clayton State University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will be holding its Entrepreneur Development Series (EDS) at the School of Business in July. The series will include courses on starting a business, writing a business plan, marketing, and obtaining finances for your business.
“Planning and knowledge provide a competitive advantage in the marketplace, and this popular series of programs has helped launch hundreds of businesses,” notes SBDC Business Consultant Donna Kelsick. “The four-part EDS includes valuable recommendations, research ideas, and an overview of the important areas of business operation from a practical perspective. The EDS focuses on the needs of aspiring entrepreneurs and owners of new businesses.”
The EDS begins on Thursday, July 17 with “Starting a Business.” On Friday, July 18, “Writing an Effective Business Plan,” followed by “Marketing Your Small Business” on Thursday, July 24 and “Financing Your Small Business” on Friday, July 25.
All classes will run from 9 a.m. until noon. Each class is $69 for those who may want to attend a single class for specific informational needs. The entire series is available for a discounted price of $229.
Individuals can sign up online or to find out more about the Small Business Development Center at www.business.clayton.edu/sbdc, or by calling (678) 466-5100.
Rashad Sanders Farewell Reception, July 18
The Department of Recreation & Wellness will hold a reception for Rashad Sanders on Friday, July 18 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Athletics & Fitness Center lobby. We invite the campus to join us in wishing Rashad well as he heads to the University of Houston to become the Coordinator of Club Sports.
Clayton State Premiere, Aug. 14 – Aug. 17
Later this summer, Clayton State University will be rolling out the red carpet for an historic moment, welcoming its first class of residential students.
The event, tabbed Clayton State University Premiere, will take place Aug. 14 to Aug. 17 with the opening of the new residential facility on campus with several activities and events planned.
“This will be an historic time at the University with the opening of the first-ever on campus housing,” says Dr. Brian Haynes, vice president for Student Affairs. “We are encouraging students, faculty and staff to participate in the many activities associated with this occasion.”
“Operation Move-in” will begin in the morning of Thursday, Aug. 14 with students moving into their rooms. Several additional activities and events are being planned and will be released shortly for the four-day span by the Premiere Committee and the Office of Residence Life.
The committee is requesting the help of volunteers for the historic occasion and will release an online volunteer form in the next edition of Laker Lines.
2008 Welcome Week, Aug. 18-22
As a way to welcome Clayton State University’s new and returning students to campus, the Department of Campus Life is scheduling Welcome Week 2008 for August 18 thru August 22.
The theme for this year’s Welcome Week is E3:Explore. Experience. Excel. The mission of Welcome Week is to provide events, programs and information for students that will enhance their chances of excelling in and outside of the classroom. The week will feature several events and programs that will make new and returning students’ college transition and experience memorable and productive.
We would like to offer students programs in the following areas:
- Academic success
- Student services and resources
- Social opportunities, networking and diversity
- Student Involvement
- Wellness & Recreation
In order to accomplish these objectives, we need your help. We are currently coordinating a calendar of events, programs and information sessions to market to students. If your administrative area or student organization would like to offer an event or program during the week, submit the following information to Lakiesa Cantey by July 7 at LakiesaCantey@clayton.edu:
- Name
- Brief Description
- Time/Date/Location
- Contact Person
If you have any questions, contact Cantey at (678) 466-5421.
Third Annual New Student Convocation & Reception, Aug. 26
Members of the faculty are invited to participate in the Third Annual New Student Convocation on Tuesday, Aug. 26, from 11:30 a.m. to12:30 p.m. in Spivey Hall. This will be a ceremony intended to inspire, motivate and officially welcome new students to Clayton State University.
As per faculty feedback regarding last year’s program, the suggestion to return to regalia is kindly requested for this year’s event. Please allow eight to 10 weeks for turnaround time if you plan to order or rent regalia. Contact the University Bookstore or Linda Campbell at LindaCampbell@Clayton.edu for additional ordering information.
The program will provide an opportunity for students to connect with their faculty, staff and classmates. Upon completion of the ceremony, students and faculty will have the opportunity to interact during a reception (designated colleges/school signage will be posted). Faculty support at last year’s event was phenomenal. Approximately 140 faculty and staff and 240 students were in attendance for the program. Your continued support and assistance is greatly needed and appreciated.
Please look for additional information regarding this event in the near future. If you have additional questions, please contact Celena Milner at (678) 466-5429 or via e-mail CelenaMilner@clayton.edu.
NARA Records Administration Conference, Sept. 9
The Southeast Region of the National Archives and Records Administration Director of Records Management is developing a regional version of NARA's national Records Administration Conference (RACO), which is held annually in Washington, DC.
The Southeast region event will take place at The Fox Theatre in Atlanta on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008, and will consist of a keynote address by the Archivist's (of the United States) lawyer on challenges associated with the management of ephemeral electronic records, plus several sessions relating to disaster preparedness and response, collaborative records management tools such as Web 2.0, records management training, and implementation of Records Management Applications.
A buffet lunch and docent-conducted tours will round out the event. All interested faculty and students within Atlanta's academic community are invited. More information will be forthcoming in Campus Review and Laker Lines.
Career Services Launches Laker CareerZone
Career Services announces the launch of Laker CareerZone. The new system is the site for students to search for jobs and internships, post resumes, learn about career events, and much more. And it is the site for employers and campus offices to post all opportunities FREE of charge. To post your on-campus student assistant positions, simply click on the “Employers” link from Career Services home page. If you have questions, call Career Services at 5400.
“Pay What We Paid” Sale… Hosted by the University Bookstore
The new Clayton State Bookstore will be holding its first official “Pay What We Paid” Sale. Beginning June 23, 2008, and ending when everything is gone, we are marking down all clearance items to cost. This means, the price we paid for the merchandise is what you will pay at the register. So stop by and check out the deals.
No Purchasing from Office Depot for the Next Year
Effective immediately, Clayton State University and all state agencies in the State of Georgia cannot purchase office supplies from Office Depot for a period of one year.
The Department of Administrative Services (DOAS) currently does not have a statewide contract in place for office supplies. Procurement Services will be contacting the departments for alternative office supply companies that will give us discounts. Please contact Procurement Services with any questions concerning the purchase of office supplies.
Clayton State University Receives New Indirect Cost Rate
The Department of Health & Human Services Division of Cost Allocation (DCA) has entered into a new indirect cost rate agreement with Clayton State University. This agreement reflects an understanding reached between the University and DCA concerning the rate(s) that may be used to support claims for indirect costs on grants and contracts with the Federal government.
Clayton State’s predetermined indirect cost rates for the period July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2010 are 46.3 percent on-campus and 20 percent off-campus, and are applied to salaries, wages and benefits. The new rate agreement letter is posted on the grants office website http://adminservices.clayton.edu/grants/.
Six Flags Tickets from HR
Before you head out to Six Flags or White Water this year, come by Human Resources and see Karen Born for your ticket. You can by a daily pass to Six Flags for $25 or to White Water for $24.50. Seasons passes are also available to both parks. Six Flags season passes are $65 and White Water is available for $50. You can’t beat this deal anywhere else in the area. Payment will only be accepted in the way of a check or a money order made out to Clayton State University. Please be aware, however, if you write a check, it may not be processed until the end of the season which is sometime in October. If we have to reorder more tickets it will be processed earlier.
The Student Weight Room is Open
The summer hours of operation for the Student Weight Room are M-F, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The facility will close Aug. 1, 2008 so that preparations can be made for the move to the Student Activities Center.
Employee Memberships to the SAC Fitness Center
The Department of Recreation & Wellness would like to extend an invitation to Clayton State employees to jump on the wellness bandwagon and make plans now to utilize the new fitness center within the Student Activities Center.
Membership prices will be reasonable at a rate of $23 per month (individual plan) with a 12-month commitment ($275/yr). The semester rate for the individual plan will be $100 and the “monthly-pay-as-you-go-at-the-front-counter” rate will be $30 per month. Payroll deduction will be available and you are strongly encouraged to take advantage of this convenient option. More information will be forthcoming explaining the facility amenities and prices for the companion and family plans. We look forward to seeing you!
Tidal Wave Car Washes
Human Resources has more coupons from Tidal Wave Car Wash. These are free, $12 car washes and are good until July 31, 2008. Please come to HR to pick up a coupon soon.
More Coupons from Human Resources
Human Resources has coupons for $2 off on Oscar Mayer Deli-Creations flatbread or sub sandwiches. They expire July 31, 2008. Be sure to go by HR to get your coupon soon.