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March 11, 2003

Direct Deposit of Payroll Checks
Business Services encourages faculty and staff to consider direct deposit for paychecks. Some benefits of direct deposit include:

  • Direct deposit to any financial institution in the United States and Puerto Rico.
  • No worry about getting to the Peterson Building in time to get check.
  • No standing in line.
  • End trips to financial institution to make deposits.
  • No risk of lost or stolen paychecks.
  • Checks are deposited whether you are on campus or not.
  • Most campus ATMs do not charge for cash withdrawal; this may vary among financial institutions.

To obtain a direct deposit authorization form: http://www.bussvc.wisc.edu/ecbs/pay-direct-deposit-auth-uw1032.doc. Instructions are on the form.

Need Extra Technology Help?
The UW-DoIT Information Technology Academy is seeking computer-related internship placements for its students during summer 2003. Students are high school juniors and seniors with a variety of skills and interests. Internships last two to seven weeks in length and costs vary. Some options are low- or no-cost to the department or faculty/staff member hosting the student. Internship placements may be project-based (e.g. development of a course Web site; production of a newsletter; etc.) or fill ongoing needs (e.g. “help desk” support; computer hardware repair/upgrading, etc.). Students will come with the skills and expertise. Information: http://ita.wisc.edu/internship.htm; Erica Rosch, 265-2408, erosch@doit.wisc.edu.

Student Personnel Association Outstanding Achievement Awards
In appreciation for and recognition of student services professionals, the Student Personnel Association is accepting nominations for the Outstanding Achievement Awards.

For the 23rd year, SPA is expressing its gratitude to individuals who have demonstrated dedication to students and student services. SPA is indebted to the

Office of the Chancellor, the Norman Bassett Foundation, the Ineva Reilly Baldwin and Ira L. Baldwin Endowment for Student Services, and the SPA membership for their support. Classified staff, academic staff and/or faculty may be nominated for any of the awards. Awards recipients will be formally recognized at the annual SPA Awards Luncheon, Wednesday, April 23, at the Memorial Union.

Letters of nomination are due Monday, March 17. For materials and information: Greg Iaccarino, gjiaccar@facstaff.wisc.edu, 265-9205; http://www.wisc.edu.spa.

Chancellor’s Award
The nominees should be recognized throughout campus as leaders in providing distinguished service to the university community and student services. They should show a record of excellence in their areas and distinctive contributions to university as a whole (for example, committee work or volunteer work beyond the scope of their offices). Nominees should have been on UW–Madison staff for minimum of 15 years. Professional involvement and recognition in professional organizations outside the campus are factors for nominees. Nominees for this award are recognized for distinctive contributions in all aspects of their professional and personal lives. The award is $1,000.

Norman Bassett Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Student Services
The Norman Bassett Foundation makes it possible to offer two awards for outstanding achievement in student services. Nominees should be able to show a record of excellence in student personnel work over a long period of time (a minimum of 10 years at UW–Madison recommended), and/or distinguished achievement in developing new, creative and effective programs for meeting student needs. Candidates who meet both criteria will be considered more favorably. Each award is $500.

Vice Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Student Affairs
Nominees for this award will be evaluated on effective qualities and practices that distinguish the nominee as a leader in student affairs. Minimum of five years at UW–Madison recommended. Evidence may include, but is not limited to, strong interpersonal skills, availability to constituents, frequency of contact with colleagues and students, activities appropriate to integration of students and staff, positive attitude and collaborative effort that contributes to student affairs environment, behavior that builds strong relationships, mastery of institutional regulations, policies and procedures, attendance at and support of student affairs development programs. The award is $500.

Plan 2008 Award of Excellence
This award will recognize an individual or a group on the Madison campus for demonstrated effort in achieving the aims of Plan 2008: The UW–Madison Blueprint for Diversity. Nominees should have a clear record of involvement and service with one or more of the seven goals of the plan in building connections and fostering an open, positive and inclusive campus community. Moreover, the recipient(s) should demonstrate a sense of initiative, advocacy, spirit and inspiration in striving toward the successful progress of Plan 2008. The award is $500.

SPA Frontline Award
The SPA Frontline Award recognizes an individual who positively influences students’ perceptions of the university. Nominees should have demonstrated commitment to serving students on a day-in and day-out basis, in a professional and caring manner. One award is given (with the possibility of two based on availability of funds). The recipient is either a first staff member a student meets in offices, or a staff member who works “behind the scenes” in successful operation of a program or unit. The award is $500.

SPA Campus Impact Award
The SPA Campus Impact Award recognizes a new professional who has been in her/his current position on campus for fewer than five years, but in that time has had a significant impact on campus. Nominees should have demonstrated a record of excellence in student personnel or have developed new, creative and effective programs for addressing student needs. One award is given (with the possibility of two based on availability of funds). The award is $500.

Anxiety Disorder Study
John Marshall, professor of psychiatry, is recruiting men and women to participate for a medication research study of generalized anxiety disorder. Study participation involves coming into the clinic for visits and taking the study medication on a daily basis. The study medication is investigational. It is being tested to determine whether it reduces symptoms, and to assess safety and tolerability. Some symptoms are excessive worry (about things you know you shouldn’t worry about); worrying about worrying too much; feeling restless or keyed up; difficulty concentrating; and problems sleeping. All study procedures are provided at no cost. Travel reimbursement is available. Information: Heather at hlbotts@facstaff.wisc.edu; http://www.psychiatry.wisc.edu/research/clinicaltrials.htm.