NEW STAFF UPDATE

In addition to Robin Shumway, Michelle Warf recently joining the OSRAA team we are pleased to announce another new employee! Adam Church, from the University Administrative Business Center, will join OSRAA on January 12. Adam has been part of the UABC accounting staff since September 2014. Prior to coming to OSU, he worked in public accounting preparing individual, partnership, corporate, not for profit and pension benefit tax returns, serving on audit teams, and providing tax and financial planning services. Welcome to the team, Adam!

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS- EVACUATIONS

These monthly updates are provided to focus on a different hazards that face our community. This month’s topic on “Evacuations” is attached Monthly Topic – 2016 01 Evacuation.  Previous topics can be found at: http://emergency.oregonstate.edu/preparedness-topics

USPS RATE INCREASE

There will be a rate increase effective Jan. 17. While this will not effect the rate of postage stamps, there are some significant increases in Priority Mail shipments, ranging from 10-15%. For a complete list of rate increases, please visit usps.com.

TRAVEL PER DIEM UPDATE

Effective January 1, 2016 the following changes are in effect:

• The OSU High Cost City Locations for CY2016 have been updated. A few locations have been added and deleted.
• The standard mileage reimbursement rate for use of a private vehicle for business purposes has decreased to $0.54/mile.
• The OSU High/Low Lodging and Meals & Incidental Expense per diem rates for 2016 have changed.

Please visit the Business Affairs Travel page for updated travel reference sheet, high cost location table, and further information.

The OSU travel per diem rates for 2016 are as follows:

High: OSU High Cost Cities (As posted on BAFF Travel page)
Meals & IE $68
Lodging $207
Low: All Oregon Cities, All other cities, Continental US
Meals & IE $57
Lodging $128Mileage: Private Vehicle $0.54/mile

If you have any questions, please contact: BAFF.Accounting@oregonstate.edu

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ADVANTAGE ACCELERATOR UPDATE

Congrats to the most recent grads of the Accelerator program…read all about it here!

OREGON SEA GRANT ANNOUNCES 2016-18 RESEARCH GRANT RECIPIENTS

Oregon Sea Grant, a marine research, outreach, education and communication program based at Oregon State University, is awarding $1.7 million in competitive, federally funded research grants for 2016-18.
The grants will go to eight principal investigators at OSU, Oregon Health & Science University, and the University of Oregon for research into marine-related issues. Read the full press release here.

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RO HOLIDAY PARTY TONIGHT- KIDSPIRIT REMINDER

We look forward to seeing you this evening in the MU Lounge for our holiday party! If you are bringing your child to KidSpirit, friendly reminder that the drop-off and pick-up location is at Langton Hall (there are signs directing you there to KidSpirit). Cheese pizza, cookies and juice will be provided! We will also have to-go containers at our holiday party if you’d like to take a few goodies with you at the end of the evening.

HAILS (NO FAREWELLS) /OSRAA SPACE MOVE UPDATES

OSRAA has hired two new Award Managers. Robin Shumway, from Business Affairs, will join OSRAA on December 15. Robin has been part of the Student Accounts staff in Business Affairs since January 2012. Prior to coming to OSU, she worked in Student Accounts and Business Affairs at Northwest University is Kirkland, Washington. Michelle Warf, also from Business Affairs, will join OSRAA on January 11, 2016. Michelle has been part of the Student Accounts staff since April 2012. Prior to coming to OSU, Michelle worked at the Target Distribution Center and Linn-Benton Community College. Welcome to you both!

There have been some space moves that were necessary to accommodate things:

– Sandy Cobb will sit in B306F (where Lisa used to sit)
– Robin and Michelle will both sit in B306J (where Megan McEvoy used to sit)
– Mark will move to B306I after December 31 (this is Mike’s current office)
– Lesley will join Courtney in B306D
– Eric will move back from Snell and sit in B308E (where Lesley currently sits)
– Julie will relocate to the reception area in B306

FOOD DRIVE-  COORDINATOR VOLUNTEER(S) NEEDED

Would you be interested in helping to coordinate our food drive this year for the RO? It’s a great cause and also a great way to get out in the campus community and meet new people! The annual Food Drive Coordinators Kick-off meeting being held on Tuesday, January 12 from 10-11:30 a.m. in the MU Journey Room. Please let Mimi or Jane know if you are interested in helping out!
UNINTENDED CONSEQUENCE OF ACCOUNT UNIFICATION

The exchange address book was updated with your ONID account details, so please review your name in the Exchange (Outlook) Address book to make sure it has the correct name. From CN: To get this fixed you’ll need to go through HR at this link.

UAS ARTICLE

Drone enthusiasts: Here is a link to an interesting NPR study on UAS in the Northwest.

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HAILS & FAREWELLS

HAILS: We are pleased to announce that Sandy Cobb has accepted the OSRAA Senior Fiscal Officer position in Cash and Financial Management. She is scheduled to begin on December 9, 2015.  FAREWELLS: Joan San-Claire has accepted a position the Arts & Sciences Business Center and will be departing the Research Office on December 10th. A search committee is already underway to fill 2 open positions and it’s anticipated Sandy Cobb will lead the search for Joan’s replacement. Last but not least, Tracy Elmshaeuser has accepted the role of EA to the VP for Marketing (Steve Clark) here at OSU starting December 21st. She won’t be going far, just a few floors up! A search for Tracy’s replacement will be chaired by Jane Cigarran.

Welcome, Sandy! And best of luck in your new roles, Joan and Tracy!

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH FUNDING OPPORTUNITY

The Research Office is accepting applications for the Undergraduate Research, Innovation, Scholarship and Creativity (URISC) program for Summer term 2016. This program supports undergraduate research activities from all academic disciplines within the university. Program description and application: http://research.oregonstate.edu/incentive/undergraduate-research-innovation-scholarship-creativity-urisc. Information: Debbie Delmore at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu. Deadline: Jan. 19, 2016.

BEAVER NATION COMMERICAL

Last week there was a false alarm some of you caught in the newsletter. I am pleased to report that here is the NEW OSU commercial!

RO SPACE SHUFFLING

Please note we’ve had some office location changes…most folks have not yet moved in to their new offices but these are the anticipated changes: Mark Peters to Adam Schultz’s former office (B308j), Kevin Buch to Mark Peters’ former office (A312i), Rebecca Henry to Kevin Buch’s former office (B308q) , Jen Fogarty to Rebecca Henry’s former office ( B308p)

SOFTWARE CENTER TESTING

CN is rolling out a service that will allow users to install software on their systems without CN assistance or administrative passwords. The first product they are rolling out with this service is Office 2013. CN asked that we have a few users test this out before rolling it out to the entire department. If you are interested in testing this, please mail Stephen at stephen.hotard@oregonstate.edu and he will provide instructions how to use this service.

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PHOTOGRAPHIC HISTORY OF OSU

Join OSU Press for a reception, presentation, and book signing to celebrate the publication of “A School for the People: A Photographic History of Oregon State University.” Written by Lawrence A. Landis, director of the Special Collections and Research Center, this expansive collection of photographs tells the full, dynamic story of our multi-faceted and living university. Friday, Nov. 20, 4-6 p.m.Light refreshments will be served at 4 p.m. Presentation begins at 5 p.m. The Special Collections and Archives Research Center, Fifth Floor of the Valley Library. The book retails for $50. OSU Departments can receive a sliding scale discount on purchases of 6 or more copies, but individual employees aren’t eligible for discounts. Anyone can purchase a copy directly from OSU Press. They accept checks, cash, and credit cards. They can also order from our website, but shipping charges would apply.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS BULLETIN- CLOTHING IN DISASTERS

Essential clothing for a disaster supply is a commonly overlooked area of preparedness. If a person does not have the proper clothing suitable for the terrain they are in, then harsh elements such as rain, cold, and snow can have catastrophic effects. Follow the guidelines in the attached poster when choosing your emergency clothing. More info here: 2015 11-15 EP Topic – Clothing

OSU STAFF ART EXHIBIT

The OSU Staff Art Exhibit is calling for submissions by Dec. 2. Go to http://communications.oregonstate.edu/events/staff-art to register your creative work for display! Up to 2 pieces per person are allowed and all with OSU are welcome to participate. Artists, co-workers, friends and family are invited to attend a special opening reception on Dec. 17 – so register to show your artwork at this exhibit today.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Demo Day – Dec. 10th @ 5 PM– Come watch what our cohort has been up to and catch up with past graduates at Demo Day, hosted a LaSells Stewart Center. Please RSVP by emailing events@oregonstate.edu by December 7th. Also, a big change is coming…attend Demo Day to hear about it!

Research Office Holiday Party- Dec. 11th, MU Lounge. 5pm reception/ 6pm buffet dinner (RSVP website link coming soon!!)

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LEGISLATIVE INTERNSHIP FORUM

Interested in pursuing a legislative internship in Salem or Washington, DC? The OSU Government Relations Office and ASOSU will be hosting a Legislative Internship Forum on Tuesday, November 10th at 5pm in MU 211. The event will feature a panel with congressional staffers, state legislative staff, and students who have completed DC internships. Students of any major are encouraged to attend! The event is free, pizza will be provided, and students will have a chance to ask questions directly to those who have completed internships and those who are hiring interns. There will also be a representative from the OSU Alumni Association present to discuss scholarships for students who are pursuing internships in Washington, DC. For more information contact: karli.olsen@oregonstate.edu

LIFE JACKET SAFETY FOR KIDS

Please see the below press release HERE: nr_New Safety Video_Right Life Jacket Fit for Kids regarding a new video to emphasize the right life jacket fit for kids

ACCOUNT UNIFICATION UPDATE

In preparation for the account unification, please change your ONID password to match your CN password. Instructions for changing ONID password are here: http://onid.oregonstate.edu/chpw.shtml. ONID password requirements are fairly stringent, so users may not be able to use their current CN passwords for their ONID password. If users need to change their CN password so that it meets the ONID requirements, instructions are here:
http://oregonstate.edu/helpdocs/e-mail/exchange-outlook-oregonstateedu/change-email-password NOTE 1: you may need to update this password on all of your devices that you access ONID resources- computer, laptops, tablets, phone. If you are unable to match your account passwords, please let Stephen know at stephen.hotard@oregonstate.edu and he will work with CN to get the account passwords reset. NOTE 2: for those of you who have sent Stephen a message that you will be traveling, CN will delay the update of your accounts to a more convenient time. It is recommended that you change your ONID password as mentioned above when you have the time to do this. Please let Stephen know, if you have not done so already, if you will be traveling next week.

FUN IN CORVALLIS THIS WEEKEND!

This Saturday , Nov 14 from 7-11, come enjoy some local music and celebrate The Whiteside Theatre’s 93rd birthday featuring Bury the Moon, The Carys (with Molly McFerran’s son, Jasper , on drums) and Hermano! Tickets can be bought online at here  or at the Troubadour Music Center at 521 SW 2nd St.

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RESEARCH EQUIPMENT RESERVE FUND (RERF) 2016

The Research Office Incentive Programs is accepting applications for the RERF 2016 solicitation. The intent of the RERF program is to enable faculty to acquire, repair, renovate, or improve equipment directly used for research. Program guidelines and application here. Information: Debbie Delmore at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu. Deadline: January 11, 2016

FACULTY TIME RELEASE (FRT)

The Research Office Incentive Programs is accepting applications for FRT Spring 2016 release. The program provides limited funding for individuals developing external grant proposals or who wish to further their scholarly activities. Program description and application here. Information: Debbie Delmore at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu.Deadline: Dec. 14.

OPEN HOUSE SET FOR OSU’S PORT ORFORD FIELD STATION
For the past two years, Oregon State University has operated a field station on the coast at Port Orford – a site where researchers could set up shop, public meetings were held, and OSU outreach specialists could interact with the public. The facility is expanding its role in supporting coastal research, outreach and education. An open house will be held on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the station, located at 444 Jackson St. in Port Orford. The event is designed to introduce the public to the station and to the research that is performed there. It is free and open to the public; light refreshments will be provided. More information here.

ACCOUNT UNIFICATION ON NOV. 9

The Research Office CN and Onid accounts will be unified on November 9. This means you will have 1 account and password for logging into OSU resources, instead of using CN for some services and ONID for others. IMPORTANT NOTE from Community Network: “We don’t want to unify anyone who’s traveling on the 9th or 10th, as it could affect their ability to reach OSU resources from off campus.” Please let Stephen know at stephen.hotard@oregonstate.edu if you anticipate being out of the office that day so that we can provide a list of these users to Community Network.

FAREWELL TO MEGAN

A fond farewell and best wishes for  OSRAA’s Megan McEvoy. Megan’s last day is November 6. She is relocating back to Medford, OR. Best wishes to Megan!

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LEADING INDICATORS AND TERRA MAGAZINE QUANTITY AVAILABLE

If anyone would like quantities of our RO annual report entitled “Leading Indicators” or the most recent edition of Terra please let Jane Cigarran know. Any upcoming events or conferences where these will come in handy? We can always have them shipped, as well. Let’s make good use of them!

PRE-ACCELERATOR WORKSHOP UPDATE

The Pre-Accelerator, a workshop series consisting of four successive two-hour seminars, kicked off with a bang on October 28th! These workshops focus on key business concepts that provide start-ups with tools and hands-on experiences; ultimately helping them build their businesses. With over 25 teams in attendance, Austin Hall Rm 222 was packed to capacity. Thank you to our friends and guest speakers Holmwell Software, Mike Brown, and the Corvallis Benton County Economic Development Office.

ACCOUNT UNIFICATION ON NOV. 9

The Research Office CN and Onid accounts will be unified on November 9. This means you will have 1 account and password for logging into OSU resources, instead of using CN for some services and ONID for others. IMPORTANT NOTE from Community Network: “We don’t want to unify anyone who’s traveling on the 9th or 10th, as it could affect their ability to reach OSU resources from off campus. Please let Stephen know at stephen.hotard@oregonstate.edu if you anticipate being out of the office that day so that we can provide a list of these users to Community Network. Thank you.

WEATHER ALERT: HEAVY RAINS AND WIND THROUGH SATURDAY

Just in time for trick or treating…be safe out there with the kiddos! Short term flooding is a concern, especially if rain cannot enter the rain gutters or rain water containment systems due to fallen leaves blocking drains. Also, driving on wet leaves has the same result as driving on ice, so be cautious as you drive. More info here: October_30_atmospheric_river  and Email Briefing Rain-Wind Oct 29 201

RENTAL HOME AVAILABLE

Rental home located in the Willamette Landing area will be available to rent in January. If anyone knows of someone who might be interested, please contact Mimi Poitras.

UPCOMING EVENTS

RO All-Staff Meeting: Monday, 11/2/15, 3:30-4:30pm, MU 208

RO Holiday Party: Friday, 12/11/15, 5-8pm, MU Lounge (more details and RSVP info coming soon!)

JOY DRIVE 2015

Each year Childcare and Family Resources leads a Joy Drive to provide student families in need with gifts for the winter holiday season. The Research Office will be sponsoring a family again this year. In the past, we have asked people who are interested in participating to donate to a fund which will then be used to purchase gifts for the families. If you are interested in participating, please let Jillian Coleman know by November 19th. Participation involves making a donation in any amount you choose to help purchase presents. If you’d like to help shop, you can do that too. They are also accepting donations of wrapping paper, ribbons, tape, etc.

WELCOME OUR NEW OSRAA STUDENT WORKERS

OSRAA has three (3) student workers this year. Malaia Jacobsen and Vince Piscitello join Allie Sanders. Vince brings a lot of website experience with him, and he will be focusing on moving and merging the OSP and OPAA website information to the OSRAA website. Malaia will be working on agreement status checks and general office work. Welcome to the team!

PORT ORFORD FILL STATION OPENS AS INTEREST IN DIVING INCREASES

Check out the latest activity happening in Port Orford, OR here. A popular diving spot, we now have a scuba fill station located there.

BOB COWEN ELECTED TO NAML

We are proud to announce that Hatfield Marine Science Center director Bob Cowen as been elected as to serve on the NAML (National Association of Marine Laboratories) board. NAML serves as a forum for non-profit marine laboratories in the United States. Currently there are ~118 member laboratories. NAML promotes the exchange of information and expertise among member institutions, and promotes the consensus of public policy priorities at the national level for ocean policy, science funding, education and outreach. Through its national meetings, members have opportunity to discuss matters of common interest to marine lab missions, and through its annual Congressional Briefing, members have opportunity to voice their collective policy interests on such topics as Ocean Acidification, federal science budgets, ocean literacy, and the role of Marine Laboratories in the nation’s research and education enterprise.

ADVANTAGE ACCELERATOR NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER

Check out the latest news out of Advantage Accelerator here!

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FALL TERRA MAGAZINE NOW ONLINE

Click here to see that latest edition of Terra. Hard copies will be out next week.

GREAT DIVING BLOG
One of our scientific divers, Ryan McMinds, has been keeping an amazing blog going highlighting his recent work. Check it out here! Ryan is a PhD candidate and research technician in Rebecca Vega-Thurber’s lab (Microbiology)

ECO2GO CONTAINERS

I can’t say enough good things about the great new orange to go containers that dining services are now using but it’s up to the individual to make sure they return their used containers to one of the return bins (and NOT leave them in the kitchen for someone else to contend with). There is a return box conveniently located in front of Kerr on the Jefferson St. side. Here is the link which shows a location map of the return bins.

QUALTRICS SURVEY TOOL TRAINING OPP

The Professional Faculty Leadership Association (PFLA) is sponsoring a learning workshop for OSU employees on November 19, 1:00-2:30 entitled “Expanding Your Qualtrics Horizon,” presented by JoAnne Bunnage, College of Public Health and Human Sciences. The Qualtrics web-based survey platform is a powerful tool that is available to all OSU faculty, staff, and students. Qualtrics can be used to build simple one-question polls to complex multi-component surveys. This opportunity is provided to all employees whether or not they are active members of PFLA. Cost is $5 for members and $10 for non-members to participate. For details and to register, see the attached flyer or visit here. Administrative faculty who arrange meetings and events, this is a GREAT tool to use for RSVPs, gathering data on your audience, etc.

FREE HOT YOGA

I guess no one saw the entry in last week’s newsletter (that must be it!) so one more friendly reminder that you if you have an interest in improving and strengthening your body and mind you can try it out for FREE during the month of October at Bikram Yoga of Corvallis. It’s truly great for any person; old, young, injured, etc. GIVE IT A TRY!! contact jane.cigarran@oregonstate.edu for more details.

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