OFFICE TIDINESS REMINDER

We have been having issues with kitchen odors. Just a friendly reminder that the kitchen garbage is only dumped 3X per week and the desk side bins are only dumped 1X per week. So, please be thoughtful when tossing certain food items in the trash. If it is a food item that will turn quickly like fish, meat, etc. please deposit in an outside trash bin.  Also, a friendly reminder to clean up your dishes and the sink drain when you rinse your dishes. Please don’t expect someone else to do this for you. SIDE NOTE: Templeton (the office rat) was caught last week and we’d like to ensure that his family and friends find another home and steer clear of the RO.

FOOD DRIVE

Food Drive ends on February 28, so you still have time to donate to the food box, money donation or payroll contribution. The food box is located in A312 and money donations can be given to Mimi in A312 and a tax receipt will be provided. Remember as little as $5 a month can be deducted automatically from an employee’s paycheck and the amount is taken out before taxes. Note: $1.00 = 4 pounds of food.

Monthly Payroll Contributions: Payroll Contribution Form (PDF) Below a list of suggested food that is needed. Reminder please no glass containers:

• Canned meats (tuna, chicken, salmon, etc.)
• Canned and boxed meals (soup, chili, stew, mac & cheese, etc.)
• Peanut butter
• Canned beans & peas (black, pinto, lentils, etc.)
• Pasta, rice, cereal
• Powdered milk
• Canned fruits
• 100% Fruit juice (canned, plastic or boxed)
• Personal care items needed: Shampoo, soap, toothpaste, etc.

SAVE THE DATE! MARINE SCIENCE DAY AT HMSC- SATURDAY, APRIL 8

Join the OSU Hatfield Marine Science Center (HMSC) in Newport for Marine Science Day.  HMSC will open its doors for a behind-the-scenes peek at the cutting-edge research, education and outreach in marine sciences that makes this marine laboratory unique. Meet researchers from Oregon State University and five government agency partners. Explore with interactive science displays presented by marine scientists and special family-friendly activities by Oregon Sea Grant and the Oregon Coast Aquarium.  For more information, a flyer, Schedule of Events or to volunteer, see hmsc.oregonstate.edu/marinescienceday. The event is free, open to the public and appropriate for all ages. For accommodation requests related to a disability or other questions, email maryann.bozza@oregonstate.edu or call 541-867-0234.

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JOBS IN THE RO

Below are postings for jobs in the RO…be sure to spread the word!

Asst VP for Research Integrity

Fiscal Director

ACCELERATOR IN THE NEWS

Read all about Accelerator intern, Benny Kuo, here!

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS TOPIC

Food In emergencies: If a disaster strikes, you might not have access to food, water, electricity for days or even weeks. Having a stored supply of food will help sustain you and your family.  Know your options. Emergency 02-15 MPT-Food Options

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HAILS!

We are pleased to welcome Nancy Collins as the Temporary Intellectual Property & Contracts Assistant in the Office for Commercialization and Corporate Development.  Nancy comes to us most recently from Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries.  Nancy has a Masters in Environmental Systems/Geology from Humboldt State University and a Horticulture certificate from Linn-Benton Community College.  Please help welcome Nancy to the Research Office.

Additionally, we are excited to announce that Ying Wang will be joining us on February 13^th as a Fiscal Coordinator.  Ying comes to us from a CPA firm in West Linn Oregon.  She has a Master of Accounting Degree from University of Oregon and a Master of Laws Degree from East China University of Political Science and Law.  With her experience and enthusiasm, she will be an asset to the Research Office. Ying will be supporting ORI, OSRAA, and Central VP admin offices.  Please join me welcoming Ying to the Research Office family.

OUR NEW PROVOST, ED FESER

FROM CINDY SAGERS: Ed Feser has been selected as OSU’s next Provost. Ed arrives from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he is serving as Interim Provost. His background is in city planning which translates well to managing a university and its interests. Attached is his resume. Ed will take over the reins on Feb. 28th. Please join me in welcoming our new Provost to campus! Feser bio

THE NEXT GREAT START-UP!

We got to hear about the neat things going on in our Accelerator program yesterday from Mark and Karl…HERE: START UP press release announce teams is some more detail re; the launch of its first annual Next Great Startup competition.. The competition offers over $30,000 in prizes and is not an ordinary business plan competition, nor a pitch competition.

DONATE TO THE FOOD DRIVE

The annual OSU Food Drive is off and running. The most effective way to raise money for the food drive is to participate in a payroll direct deposit. As little as $5 a month can be deducted automatically from an employee’s paycheck and the amount is taken out before taxes. Note: $1.00 = 4 pounds of food. Monthly Payroll Contributions: Payroll Contribution Form (PDF)

We are also collecting food in the front office. There is a list there that indicated preferred donation products. Note that personal hygiene items, in addition to food are now being accepted (refer to the list up front).

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