2014 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Celebration

The 2014 MLK Celebration is almost upon us! Here are a few key events you don’t want to miss.

10th Anniversary of the MLK Student Leadership Conference

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MSU’s Office for Inclusion is looking to shape young, positive leader’s right here in Lansing. A combination of educators, students and experienced professionals assemble together to make these events a huge success! The conference is Saturday, January 18 from 9 p.m. until 3 p.m. This is also a great opportunity for high school students to become better acquainted with the university setting. We encourage you all to invite your family and friends to this educational initiative.Continue Reading… 2014 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Celebration

Job of the Week 1/10/14

This week we are highlighting a Contract & Grant/Sponsored Programs Manager with Contract and Grant Administration (Posting #8883). This position is responsible for managing the Cash Management Group of CGA; the Cash Management group is responsible for managing the inflow of cash for sponsored project accounts, ARRA reporting, LOC draws, invoicing, deposits, accounts receivable follow-up and financial reports. Specifically, this position will manage the day-to-day operations of a seven-person group by: monitoring workload assignments; providing quality control of financial reporting, wires, account receivable, LOC draws and related agency reporting; training CGA and MSU employees regarding account requirements; communicating with faculty project investigator(s), departmental administrator(s) and fiscal officer(s); and providing suggestions for revised CGA policy and procedure to CGA management.

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For a complete description of this position, and to view all of our current postings, please go to www.jobs.msu.edu and select Support Staff under the Fast Jobs Search.

10 Things to Have in Your Car in the Winter

Winter time driving is hazardous driving. Being fully prepared for the driving conditions the winter can bring can mean the difference between having a crisis and avoiding one. To help prepare you for winter-time driving, here are 10 items you should have in your car from an article by AOL Autos.

This winter it pays to be prepared, if you do encounter a winter driving emergency situation.
This winter it pays to be prepared, if you do encounter a winter driving emergency situation.

1. Blanket
Having a blanket is beneficial if you’re stranded and have to wait for assistance.

2. Snow shovel
A short-handled shovel can remove snow from around the wheels of your car if you happen to get stuck.

3. Flashlight
A water-proof flashlight is indispensable in case your car breaks down at night. Also, keep extra batteries.

4. Hand warmers
Hand warmers are useful for keeping your hands warm if you’re trying to change a tire or fix an engine outside in the cold.Continue Reading… 10 Things to Have in Your Car in the Winter

State of Mind Awareness

Calming your mind allows you the opportunity to learn new information and develop new insights. EAP Counselor and HRD Facilitator Lisa Laughman (formerly Davidson) offers tips on learning how to manage your thoughts and become aware of your state of mind. Check out the video here.

Build your skills and grow professionally by enrolling in one of several upcoming HRD course offerings in the spring of 2014, or check out Lisa’s upcoming Health4U courses.

Events Round-Up January 2014

Here are some events happening over the next month that may be of interest to MSU faculty and staff. Please visit the links for more information. Many events require registration.

Community Events

Thursday, January 9

Moscow Festival Ballet: The Sleeping Beauty, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., Wharton Center

Friday, January 10

Our Daily Work/ Our Daily Lives Brown Bag Series, 12:15 p.m. – 1:30 p.m., MSU Museum Auditorium

Thursday, January 16

Lansing Family RV Show begins, times vary, MSU Pavilion

Campus Research Resources to Help You, 3 p.m. – 4 p.m., Main Library North Conference Room

State Room Uncorked Wine Tasting, 5:30 p.m. –  7 p.m., Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center

Friday, January 17

Tom Wopat: I’ve Got Your Number, 7:30 p.m., Charlotte

Saturday, January 18

Winter Farmers’ Market at Meridian Mall continues, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Okemos

Saturday, January 25

Chili Winter Evening, 3 p.m. – 10 p.m., Lansing

Development, Training & Wellness

Tuesday, January 14

Chair Massage Samplers, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Olds Hall

Wednesday January 15

Desire2Learn Introduction, 9 a.m. – noon, Main Library Basement Instruction Room

Thursday, January 16

Road Next Traveled: 3-7 Years to Your Retirement, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., 10 Nisbet

Monday, January 20

Rest With Music, 12:10 p.m. – 12:50 p.m., Abrams Planetarium

Tuesday, January 28

Coaching Skills for Leaders, 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. 10 Nisbet

Thursday, January 30

Adobe Connect and Presenter, 9 a.m. – noon, Main Library Basement Instruction Room

Job of the Week 12/27/13

This week we are highlighting an Data Security Analyst I position with the Controller’s Office (Posting #8852). This position supports the university’s overall compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS); takes direction from manager or compliance officer to help manage and minimize the inherent risk associated with the security of payment card data; promotes university compliance with the PCI DSS by helping to enforce policies and procedures, interacting with departmental/merchant staff and IT Services staff, assisting with the performance of technical and procedural reviews of various and complex cardholder data environments, and communicating technical and business expertise with university staff and campus experts (e.g., IT services, Internal Audit); and assists with the ongoing PCI training of university staff.

For a complete description of this position, and to view all of our current postings, please go to www.jobs.msu.edu and select Support Staff under the Fast Jobs Search.

Tips for using Tech Gifts Safely

Some of the most popular gifts this holiday season are tech toys. Make sure you take steps to protect your personal information and that great new toy in the best way possible.

At any given time you may have your financial information, family photos and contact information on one or several devices you carry daily. It’s important to protect yourself against digital pickpockets, hackers and identity thieves by following some basic safely rules:Computer, tablet and phone

  • Protect your device first and its contents second.
  • Never leave your computer, phone or tablet anywhere out of your reach or sight. Keep them hidden in your car, and don’t attach your phone to an outside visible pocket on your purse or backpack.Continue Reading… Tips for using Tech Gifts Safely

Job of the Week 12/20/13

This week we are highlighting an RHS Creative Services Manager position with Residential & Hospitality Services (Posting #8839). This position manages the activities of and supervises the Residential and Hospitality Services Creative Services Unit, including the graphic design, communication, production, photography and videography functions; acts as subject matter expert in formulation of RHS digital strategy; works collaboratively as a member of project teams with editors, staff members, clients and vendors to produce publications.

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For a complete description of this position, and to view all of our current postings, please go to www.jobs.msu.edu and select Support Staff under the Fast Jobs Search.

Season’s Greetings from MSU Human Resources

It’s the end of the year and Michigan State University Human Resources has accomplished so much, but we still have so much farther to go. As a new year approaches and another one ends, MSU HR would like to say “Season’s Greetings” to all MSU faculty and staff. We hope you have a wonderful holiday season and a great start to the New Year! Check out this video of pictures of MSU in the winter.

Save Time and Money with an MSU HealthTeam Pharmacy

Filling a prescription can be time-consuming, but with MSU HealthTeam Pharmacies the process can become a lot easier. MSU HealthTeam Pharmacies include the Olin Health Center Pharmacy and the Clinical Center Pharmacy, both located on MSU’s campus. Each pharmacy offers free on-campus prescription pick-up and delivery, free patient consultation, prescription transfer service, patient medical expense reports and a wide selection of prescription and over-the-counter products. Also, each pharmacy offers a 90-day supply of prescriptions unlike other non-mail order prescription pharmacies.

Save time and money with prescription deliveries straight to your office at MSU.
Save time and money with prescription deliveries straight to your office at MSU.

The Pharmacy Delivery Service provided by the MSU HealthTeam Pharmacies, will pick up your prescription from your office on campus, fill it and deliver it within two business days. The Delivery Service is available Monday through Friday and accepts checks, cash, Visa, Discover or MasterCard for payment.

New prescriptions to be filled must be brought to Olin or the Clinical Center or called or faxed in by a doctor’s office. To transfer a prescription, the prescription bottle or package can be brought to either pharmacy. Prescription transfers can also be made over the phone by calling Olin or the Clinical Center with the name and phone number of the pharmacy where the prescription was last filled, the prescription number and the name of the medication. The MSU Pharmacy staff will then transfer and refill your prescription. Refills can be called in 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

In addition to the MSU HealthTeam Pharmacies, Caremark which administers the prescription coverage for MSU faculty and staff, also offers a mail-order service.

“Caremark is our prescription coverage and the company who administers our prescription plan.  It is also considered CVS Pharmacy.  However, with the Caremark Prescription coverage, employees are not limited to use CVS pharmacies,” said Benefits Representative Jennifer Hensley. “Caremark mail orders are basically the same in regard to getting the 90-day supply and saving money on co-pays.  Further, the prescription is delivered right to your home.”

For the Olin Pharmacy and the Clinical Center Pharmacy hours and locations, visit the HealthTeam Pharmacy locations website. For more information on Caremark, visit their website at caremark.com.