Faculty and Staff

Internet Native Banner is available in the new myWings Portal, however, you will need to access it from an on-campus computer using Internet Explorer. In the new myWings portal, employees who have the appropriate permissions will see a gray tile for "Internet Native Banner" that contains a link to INB and instructions. Users will be prompted to login.

The Employee Education Program benefit request form for fall semester is now open. Submit the wavier via the Employee Self-Service portal in myWings. It's important to rank registered courses on the request form as well as update the rankings if courses are added or dropped. The deadline to submit is 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 27. Refer any questions regarding eligibility to the Office of Human Resources at (904) 620-2903.

The Lock Shop, UNF Annex, Building 6, Room 1206, will be open for extended hours 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 20, through Friday, Aug. 24, to accommodate additional key requests at the start of the fall term. Normal operating hours 8 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. will resume Monday, Aug. 27.

• Local scientists on possible algae issues in North Florida: Dr. Cliff Ross, Biology Department professor and chair, discussed the harmful algae blooms that are disrupting Florida's west coast with The St. Augustine Record.
• UNF student wins contest to train like a cosmonaut in Russia: Lee Giat, a junior double majoring in astrophysics and multimedia production, is the winner of the Student Astronaut 2018 contest sponsored by the science television network Xploration Station. WJCT had the story.
• The importance of reading to your child: Dr. Katrina Hall, associate professor of literacy, spoke to WJXT Ch. 4's "The Morning Show" about making reading fun for your child and how it helps them become more successful in school.
• UNF’s Meyer nominated for NCAA woman of the year: After a superb four-year career at UNF, Eden Meyer is in contention for one of the highest honors in college athletics. The former distance runner was selected Thursday as one of 154 nationwide nominees for the NCAA Woman of the Year award. Read more in The Florida Times-Union.
• Running vs. walking: Dr. Churilla, professor and Exercise Science and Chronic Disease graduate program director, discussed the benefits of walking and running when it comes to weight loss, burning calories and health with Highya consumer magazine.
• Exploring the myths about blueberries: Janine Dray-Daris, instructor in the Nutrition and Dietetics Flagship Program, busted the myths on blueberries in the Times-Union's monthly "Goods" column.

Read more about UNF faculty, staff and students in "Featured Stories."

Due to the Welcome to College Block Party event, Lot 4, adjacent to the Delaney Student Union, Building 58, will be closed intermittently between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. and completely closed 4 to 10:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19, for event vendor vehicles setup and event safety. Also, sections of UNF Drive, starting at Lot 5, adjacent to the Student Wellness Complex, Building 61, and after the entrance to the Arena Parking Garage, Garage 38, will be closed 4 to 10:30 p.m. for safety precautions. There will be signage alerting drivers as well as UPD officers helping to direct traffic. For additional questions, call Maria Figuerado, Student Affairs coordinator.

Proposals from faculty for Academic Technology Grants are now being accepted by the Campus Technology Committee and Academic Technology unit of Information Technology Services. The purpose of these grants is to support and advance technology in teaching, research, creative and service activities for faculty. The grant program will provide support of up to $1,000 towards information technology requirements per funded individual project or up to $2,000 for multiple faculty members working together. Applications for the fall funding round are due 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 14. Direct questions to Gordon Rakita, academic technology director. 

The Bookstore has changed the way textbook aisles are organized. Textbooks are now alphabetized by author's last name instead of being listed by course title. Students can visit the website from a phone or tablet and enter their student N-number to populate their course materials by author. If you need help, ask a Bookstore staff member for assistance. 

Two new research databases are available on the Library Databases webpage. Librarians are available to provide demonstrations and classroom instruction for all library resources. 

• HeinOnline: John F. Kennedy Assassination Collection contains the National Archives and Records Administration's complete collection of records on President Kennedy's assassination in a fully searchable, user-friendly format. Also included are books, hearings, other related works and scholarly articles on this topic.
• Cambridge Structural Database: From the Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre, is the world's largest repository for small-molecule organic and metal-organic crystal structures, with more than 800,000 entries from X-ray and neutron diffraction analyses. Along with crystal structure data, each entry includes chemical/physical property data and associated journal article reference.

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

The Florida Data Science for Social Good (FL-DSSG) program was an intensive 12-week internship that invited students to tackle data-rich projects that have the potential for substantial local impact. At the event, FL-DSSG interns will present findings and reveal insights gained from Baptist Health, Family Support Services, Girls Inc. of Jacksonville, and the Performers Academy projects. The public is invited to attend; a reception will follow the presentations. Register and find more information on the website, or visit the Facebook page.

The committee will meet to discuss the search process for the associate director of fellowships instructor position, 319380.

The committee will meet to discuss the Library dean position, 310140.

The committee will discuss the systems and digital technologies librarian position, 310510.

The Student Wellness Complex will offer special programs during Week of Welcome. Students and full-time faculty and staff must present a valid Osprey 1Card to gain entrance. Fitness classes take place, Student Wellness Complex, Building 61, as follows: 

Sunday, Aug. 19:

5 p.m.: Booty Blast with Lyndi 
6 p.m.: Zumba/Hip Hop Mash Up with Christian and Kelsey
7 p.m.: Music Video Spin with Ashland
8 p.m.: DJ GLOW Yoga Party with Melissa

Monday, Aug. 20:

9 a.m.: Barre Burn with Ashley
11 a.m.: Rock vs. Rap Spin Express with Hannah
6 p.m.: Funky Fresh Visuals and Mixed Level Yoga with Shelby
7 p.m.: Zumba with Christian

Tuesday, Aug. 21:

Noon: Bohemian Reggae Relaxing Yoga with Ashley
5 p.m.: Britney Spears vs. Miley Cyrus Spin with Ashland 
7 p.m.: Hip Hop Fitness with Kelsey
8 p.m.: Acro Partner Yoga with Devan and Patrick

Wednesday, Aug. 22:

4:30 p.m.: Spin and HIT Combo with Hannah
7 p.m.: Buns and Guns with Fran
8 p.m.: EDM Glow Spin with Fran 

Thursday, Aug. 23:

5 p.m.: Booty Blast with Lyndi
6 p.m.: Step and Tone with Lora
8 p.m.: Throwback Thursday Power Yoga with Devan

Friday, Aug. 24:

10 a.m.: Barre Burn with Sydney
6 p.m.: Spin and Strength with Kim 

Faculty and staff meal memberships offer a significant savings at the Osprey Cafe, are valid for one year from the date of purchase and allow for guest swipes. In addition, payroll deduction through the University is possible. For more information, visit the website.

Enjoy networking with female colleagues during the fall breakfast assembly. Genuinely U, a women's faculty and staff network, creates opportunities for women of the University to be inspired, support one another, advance leadership and effect change within the University and broader community. RSVP via the website by Thursday, Aug. 23. 

Six hanging silver-framed racks, each with three sections that hold 8.5-inch by 11-inch literature, are available, Founders Hall, Building 2, Room 1200; photos upon request. If interested, email Dee Crawford, office manager. 

The Office of Undergraduate Research is hiring students as part-time undergraduate research ambassadors. This position requires advising students on getting started in research, public speaking as well as assisting with events and event planning. For more information, faculty and students can email Undergraduate Research.

• Position type: Federal Work Study
• Rate of pay: $8.50 per hour
• Hours: Flexible
• Dates: Fall/spring semester
• Location: Founders Hall, Building 2, Room 1200

The Public Opinion Research Lab is hiring students who are available to begin immediately to help during campaign season. The position requires making phone calls and recording data for research. If interested, email the PORL for more information.

• Rate of pay: $10 per hour
• Hours: 4 to 9 p.m.
• Dates: Now through November
• Location: Social Sciences Building, Building 51, Room 2222

Celebrate the renovated Red Maple Boardwalk, part of the Nature Trails in the Wildlife Sanctuary, with guided walking tours following the ribbon-cutting ceremony. For more information, visit the website. RSVP via email to Heather Kite, associate director of Recreation and Wellness, by Thursday, Aug. 16.

The Student Veterans of America - UNF Chapter has partnered with the Military and Veterans Resource Center to host a car show with food and fun as part of the Week of Welcome. Attendance is free. Vehicle registration before the event costs $20, $25 on event day. The first 200 students receive a free T-shirt when presenting a valid Osprey 1Card. For more information, visit the website.

Students, faculty, advisors and alumni will share stories from study-abroad trips. Learn about scholarships, specific faculty-led exchanges, travel tips/tricks and general information on the study-abroad process; light refreshments will be served.