Faculty and Staff

Due to a cleaning and painting project, the gasoline and diesel fuel pumps behind the UNF Annex, Building 6, will be temporarily closed beginning Wednesday, Oct. 25. The project is expected to be completed within a few days. The fuel pumps at the Campus Maintenance Facility, Building 64, will be available during this time. The reopening of the pumps will be announced in Osprey Update. For questions, contact Jeff Ross, receiving supervisor. 

President John Delaney and Dr. Mauricio Gonzalez, Student and International Affairs vice president, invite faculty and staff to a reception celebrating the University's nationally recognized On-Campus Transition Program for students with intellectual differences. The OTC Program, a unique partnership between The Arc Jacksonville and the University, has been interwoven into the campus fabric for the past 11 years, and this reception is to thank the campus community for its involvement and support of OCT's mission. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be provided. Questions may be directed to Bernadette Gismonde, OTC director.

TeamDynamix, the University's service management system used for Information Technology Services requests and project management, will be unavailable 4 to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20, and midnight to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21. This is due to an upgrade performed by the vendor. No significant interface changes are expected. Students, faculty and staff may still make ITS requests or report issues during the downtime via e-mail, by calling (904) 620-4357 or by visiting the ITS Help Desk, Carpenter Library, Building 12, first floor.

A temporary potable (drinkable) water outage is scheduled to occur 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, due to the Skinner-Jones Hall project construction. The following seven facilities won’t have potable water during this period:

• J.J. Daniel Hall, Building 1
• Founders Hall, Building 2
• Skinner-Jones Hall North, Building 4
• Honors Hall, Building 10
• Carpenter Library, Building 12
• Brooks Brown Hall Addition, Building 39A
• Coggin College of Business, Building 42

For questions, contact Rich Elmore, assistant director, campus planning, design and construction.

In accordance with procedures adopted by the Florida Board of Governors and in compliance with BOG regulations, the University is proposing to amend Parking Regulation 9.0010R Purpose and Scope (Amended). To view the regulation amendment, click here; then click on "Amended Regulations" under the "Regulations Under Review" header.

A critical vulnerability affecting Wi-Fi authentication, nicknamed KRACK, was publicly disclosed  by a cybersecurity researcher. This vulnerability impacts all home and business wireless access across the internet. It is significant as it affects almost every device using WPA2, the most commonly used method of Wi-Fi encryption. This includes smartphones, laptops, tablets and home devices such as wireless routers. It isn't like other attacks, which spread over the internet or via infected emails. One limitation is this attack requires physical proximity to your wireless device. Microsoft has already released a fix for users of their software and other vendors are following suit. Monitor for and apply software updates to your Wi-Fi connected devices as they become available.  When using a public Wi-Fi spot, stick to websites that start with "https" the "s" being key. If you have a home Wi-Fi router, update its software as soon as your vendor releases the patch.

The AAFSA Scholarship was established to celebrate diversity by providing financial support to University undergraduate and graduate students who are members of African-American descent. This year, AAFSA will award four $500 scholarships. A completed application form, personal statement, letter of recommendation from a current AAFSA voting member and an optional letter of reference from an individual/organization must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9. Click here to submit an application. 

Network with scientists across the world on social media, participate in discussion and activities, win raffle prizes and learn from a video panel of experts about recent work and discoveries in rock and mineral science.

COAS is currently accepting applications for the following: 

• Falloon Study-Abroad Scholarship:  $1,000 available for a COAS major traveling to a non-English-speaking country
• Gray Study-Abroad Scholarship: Up to $2,000 available for majors or minors in one of the following disciplines: fine arts, art history, history, philosophy, religious studies, English, French studies, Spanish

Applications are due Friday, Nov. 10. Apply by logging into myWings; select "Student Self-Service" under the "Records" tab; click "Online Forms;" click "Scholarship Requests (COAS);" click "COAS Study Abroad Scholarship Application;" follow directions to complete the application. Winning recipients will be selected and notified in early December.

Jametoria Burton, an educational leadership doctoral student, will defend her dissertation, "Examining Leadership Approaches of Community College Administrators: Understanding Leadership and Change Processes."

Applications for 2018 Environmental Center Seed Grants are now open. Seed grants are intended to stimulate the creation of multidisciplinary research projects related to the environment; four grants are available. The application deadline is 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30. Visit the website for more information and to apply. 

Lucas Coffey, a computing graduate student, will defend his thesis, "Assessing Ratio-Based Fatigue Indexes Using a Single Channel EEG." All are welcome to attend.

One goal of the Faculty Bio website is the development of an expert database that reaches both internal and external community members. This hands-on session is designed to assist those faculty members who have yet to build a faculty profile, create one that includes a picture, contact information, areas of expertise, brief biography and selected publications. Participants will receive a brief system demonstration; CIRT staff will be available for support during the workshop. Registration required; click here.

This hands-on, instructor-led session provides an overview of Canvas, the University's new learning management system. Instructors will learn about the Canvas interface and how to create content, assignments, quizzes and discussions. Mobile apps, student tracking and grade management are also covered. Registration required; click here.

The Division of Continuing Education is offering the following professional development courses at a 50-percent discount for University faculty, staff and students:

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt Certificate
• SHRM-CP/SCP Preparation Course
• Instructional Systems Design Certificate
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management Certificate 
• PMP Certification Preparation Course
• Project Management Certificate 
• Certified Financial Planner Certificate

Find your class and register via the website.

The upcoming professional development training sessions are as follows:

• Excel 2013 - Level 2 Intermediate: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24, Hicks Hall, Building 53, Room 1400
• Safe Space - Cultural Competency in LGBTQ Identities: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, Student Union, Building 58E, Room 2100
• Should I Stay or Should I go? Factors to Consider When You Retire: 10:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Oct. 25, J.J. Daniel Hall, Building 1, Room 1306
• Project Management Framework Training for all UNF ITS: 1 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26, Hicks Hall, Building 53, Room 1400
• TeamDynamix Training for UNF Project Management Framework: 10 a.m. to noon Friday, Oct. 27, Hicks Hall, Building 53, Room 1400

Help transform the food system; learn about the Slow Food Movement that aims to ensure good, clean and fair food for all. The special guest speaker will be Dr. Leslie Kaplan, associate director, Hicks Honors College. RSVP via email to the Ogier Gardens.

This year's theme, "Leading Beyond Boundaries," will explore the concept of cultural intelligence and highlight how it can enhance a student's capacity to lead effectively in an ever- globalizing world. Keynote speaker Dr. Sandra Upton, vice president of educational initiatives with the Cultural Intelligence Center, will share her insight into this key leadership competency, while challenging students to develop a deeper understanding of their own. Registration is open via the website.

The semester's second brown bag event will feature Dr. Linda Howell, director of writing and assessment, who will discuss the complications of being a fan, an academic and an academic fan as well as the overlooked field of fan studies.

Review the 21 mentions on leadership in The Analects of Confucius, one of the most widely read and studied collections of sayings and ideas in China. Learn about Confucius' definition of and specific strategies for effective leadership. Dr. Mei Zhao, health administration chair, will elaborate on her personal daily practice of leadership principles as defined in The Analects.

Randall S. Abate, associate dean for Academic Affairs and law professor at Florida A&M University, will present an open lecture, "Plight of Climate Refugees: Rising Seas, Melting Ice, and Inadequate Legal Projections." Professor Abate has published and presented widely on environmental law topics, with a recent emphasis on climate change law and justice.

A discussion panel of professionals from various areas of the communication industry will offer perspectives on the issue of "fake news." Participants include Frank Denton, editor-at-large, The Florida Times-Union/Jacksonville.com; retired broadcaster Mike Miller, Business Development for Jacksonville Transportation Authority manager; Jason Mudd, CEO, Axia Public Relations; and Mary Kelli Palka, editor, Florida Times-Union. For driving directions, click here.

The committee will meet to discuss and select phone interview applicants for the educational leadership position, 313770. For more information, contact Michael Morris, office assistant.

The committee will meet to discuss the writing program and center instructor/consultant position, 339010. 

The 30th Anniversary Great American Jazz Series presents a concert by trombonist Dave Steinmeyer, adjunct instructor, and the Douglas Anderson School of The Arts Jazz Ensemble I. Associate Professor J.B. Scott is the artistic director. Purchase tickets here.

Kick off Florida-Georgia weekend with a whole hog roast and bourbon craft cocktail party. Ticket price includes dinner, non-alcoholic beverages, gallery admission and live music. Most cocktails, except for a few featured premium whiskeys, will cost $7. Come in your Florida/Georgia gear and your first drink is on the house. Tickets are limited; make reservations now. Must be 21 years or older to attend.

This concert will feature, on cello, Dr. Nick Curry, assistant professor, Jacksonville Symphony performers Clinton Dewing on violin/viola and Aurica Duca on violin as well as special guest Gabriela Peña-Kim on violin. This event is free and open to the public; print your free ticket here. 

Celebrate MOCA Jacksonville and the arts with the Jacksonville Zoo during a fun-filled day of activities. The museum also will be celebrating Veteran's Day with blue stars on all works created by veterans currently on exhibition. Family Day is free and open to the public.

This concert will feature works by Viñao, Worden, Cage, Kraft, Novotney, Gomez, Andreasson and Aphex Twin. Dr. Andrea Venet, assistant professor of percussion, will serve as director. Purchase tickets here.

Watch sculpture students pour 2,000 pounds of molten iron into custom molds or purchase a scratch block and carve your own design to be cast; no experience necessary. The Sculpture Guild is selling scratch blocks, $10/small and $15/large, available now until the day of the pour.

Enjoy speakers, games and food at the USPA Fall Assembly, Monday, Oct. 30, Osprey Commons, Building 16, Talon Room, Room 4202, as follows: 

• Breakfast: 7:30 to 9 a.m.; register here. 
• Assembly: Noon to 1:30 p.m.; register here.

On sale, Student Wellness Complex, Building 61, Room 1000, Front Desk, "A Home for Ozzie" was written by Amy Costa, assistant director Eco-Adventure, and Jake FitzRoy, former coordinator of Environmental Education Programs. Illustrated by  by the late Vernon Payne, University graphic designer for over 30 years, the story follows mascot Ozzie the Osprey as he meets and interacts with several animals on his search for a place to live. The species mentioned can be found on campus within the Sawmill Slough Preserve, and the scenes are based on places along the trails. The cost for the hard-cover book is $19.95 plus tax; cash, check or credit card payments are accepted. One-hundred percent of the proceeds go to the UNF Trail Foundation, for continuing maintenance and improvements, as well as to the John Golden Foundation, which supports the environmental education program.

The Spinnaker Sail Awards categories include: best place to eat on campus, best Jacksonville music venue, best local brewery, best on-campus bathrooms and more. Vote here or at UNFSpinnaker.com. Results will be posted in the November print edition of Spinnaker.

For the month of October, Dining Services will offer 50-cent wings and $1 off milkshakes on Saturdays and Sundays at the Boathouse. Guests 21 years and older with proper ID can enjoy all-day happy hour specials, including $2 select drafts and $3.50 well drinks.

Dining Services is hiding over 100 plush cows on campus for guests to find during the month of October. Some cows have prizes attached to them that include free entrees, while one golden cow will be worth a free combo meal at Chick-fil-A once a day for the remainder of the fall semester. Guests can follow Dining Services on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for clues. Prizes may be redeemed at the on-campus Chick-fil-A, and the golden cow will have special redemption instructions included.

Yemila Lowry, Dining Services registered dietitian, and nutrition students are now offering a nutrition blog for the University community. It can be accessed via the website under the "Wellness and Sustainability" tab; subscribe for weekly updates and tips on staying healthy on campus.

The Human Race Experience is a unique opportunity to visualize and discuss what you would look like as another race. The event will feature Dr. Jenny Stuber, associate sociology, anthropology and social work professor, speaking on "The Enduring Myth of Race." The event will be followed by the opening of the Human Race Machine kiosk at Founders Hall, Building 2, Room 2100.

Sign up for a day and time to participate in a free, 30-minute grocery store tour at Winn-Dixie, 10915 Baymeadows Road, led by senior nutrition students. The focus of the tour will be on fruits and vegetables, showcasing the variety of ways to purchase, prepare and store them. Meet the tour guide, who will wear a lime-green UNF shirt, at the front of the store by the produce section. Tours are at various times on the following days:

• Friday, Oct. 13
• Monday, Oct. 16
• Wednesday, Oct. 18
• Friday, Oct. 20
• Wednesday, Oct. 25
• Friday, Oct. 27

Tours are open to the public but sign up is required here. If you have questions, email instructor Jenna Braddock at j.braddock@unf.edu.

The deadline to submit your application and recommendations is 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27, for the Osprey Community Engagement Medallion. This award recognizes up to 25 graduating students who demonstrate exemplary commitment to the greater Jacksonville community through community-based learning, volunteerism, community or social advocacy, community-based federal work-study and political engagement. Visit the website for more information.

Pita Pit is offering a limited-time offer of build-your-own personal pizzas, 6 p.m. to midnight, daily during October, Osprey Clubhouse, Building 17. In addition, lunch specials featuring soup and sandwiches are available 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.

To recognize Intersex Awareness Day, the LGBT Resource Center will host a discussion on differences between sex and gender and what it means to be intersex. This event is open to University students, faculty and staff; bring your own brown-bag lunch.

Test your survival skills during the 2.5 mile run of the fifth annual "Swoopocalypse" Zombie Run. Dodge zombies in hopes of receiving the prize of an event T-shirt. All students who volunteer as zombies or event set up also will receive a free T-shirt. Event check in will be located at the outdoor basketball courts. Pre-register with the Department of Recreation and Wellness, Building 61, Room 1200.