For Your Information shares announcements of events, public meetings, notices, classes and deadlines. The submission deadline is noon on Monday, one week before the next post.

The deadline for the April 15 posting is Monday, April 8.

We strive to include all items submitted by deadline occurring until the next post. You can submit future items by emailing pubinfo@csun.edu, sending them to mail drop 8242 or faxing them to (818) 677-4909. Email is the preferred method of submission.

Events

March 10 – May 31
Seamanship and Settlement: The Portuguese Maritime Tradition and Macau’s Architectural Duality
The Delmar T. Oviatt Library presents this exhibition of photographs and images of the Portuguese Navy’s Tall Ship N.R.P. Sagres, and the historic architecture of Macau, China. The exhibition is celebrating some 500 years of Portuguese maritime skill, daring exploration, and mutual cultural influence with China as exemplified by magnificent photographs of the N.R.P. Sagres, and of the historic architecture of the port city of Macau, the first enduring point of contact between China and the west.
For more information—visit the Oviatt Library’s website.

April 3
Summer Session Registration for Non-CSUN Students
Registration for non-CSUN students in Summer Session at CSUN starts April 3.  Summer Session classes are open to students from other colleges and the community at large, so long as there is room in the class and students meet course prerequisites.  CSUN offers three separate Summer Sessions, May 28-Aug. 20; May 28-July 9; and July 10-Aug. 20.
For more information—visit the Tseng College website.

Revolution of Knowledge: The Digital Order of Things
The event, hosted by the Delmar T.  Oviatt Library and Academic Affairs, will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Jack and Florence Ferman Presentation Room of the Delmar T. Oviatt Library. The symposium will address several issues, including how university students and faculty utilize technology to produce, deliver and engage content; the emerging trends and models in education in the new digital age; and the role of libraries in meeting the expectations of students in light of constant technological changes.
For more information—contact Jim Lunsford at (818) 677-4659 or email james.lunsford@csun.edu.

Memory and Neighborhood: Poles and Poland in American Jewish Fiction after World War II
Visiting Polish professor of English and Cultural Studies, Lucyna Aleksandrowicz-Pedich of the Warsaw School of Social Sciences and Humanities, will present her perspectives on what American Jewish literature says about Poles and American Jews. The lecture, hosted by the CSUN Jewish Studies Program, will be from 9:30 to 10:45 p.m. in Sierra Hall 267. Reservations are appreciated.
For more information—call (818) 677-4724 or email jewish.studies@csun.edu

April 4
Tseng College Information Session: Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution
The Tseng College holds an information session for its Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution program, 6 to 8 p.m., CSUN’s University Club. The one-semester program is for anyone called on to resolve conflicts in professional, workplace or community settings.  To attend the information session, e-mail patricia.lyon@csun.edu or call (818) 677-3332.
For more information—visit the Tseng College website.

Contemporary Polish Literary and Artistic Responses to Historic Polish Anti-Semitism: Jewish Skeletons in Polish Cupboards
CSUN Jewish Studies Program will host visiting professor, Lucyna Aleksandrowicz of the Warsaw School of Social Sciences and Humanities, in a lecture discussing the responses of contemporary Poles to information about Jedwabne and other examples of Polish anti-Semitism from 4 to 5:15 p.m. in Sierra Hall 184. Reservations are appreciated.
For more information—call (818) 677-4724 or email jewish.studies@csun.edu

April 25
Annual Federal Work-Study First and Second Year Supervisor’s Meeting
Supervisors who are hiring Federal Work-Study students for the first or second year must attend this meeting from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Jack and Florence Ferman Presentation Room of the Oviatt Library. Please reserve a seat by sending an email to work.study@csun.edu or calling (818) 677-2373 by April 19. Please note that any department or program that does not fulfill the meeting requirement will not be granted a FWS allocation and will not be able to pay their students under FWS funds.
For more information—contact Josefina Carbajal at josefina.carbajal@csun.edu or (818) 677-3875.

Annual Federal Work-Study Supervisor’s Meeting
Supervisors who have hired work-study students in the past two consecutive years may fulfill the annual meeting requirement by completing the online supervisor’s training at http://www.csun.edu/finaid/workstudy-meeting.html. The link will open on April 15.
For more information—contact Josefina Carbajal at josefina.carbajal@csun.edu or (818) 677-3875.

April 28
5 Broken Cameras
This 90-minute documentary provides a close-range view into aspects of Palestinian and Israeli interaction rarely reported in American media. It will be followed by a question-and-answer session with CSUN Jewish Studies faculty at Laemmle Town Center 5 on 17200 Ventura Blvd. Encino. Space is limited, please RSVP by calling (818) 677–4724 or email jewish.studies@csun.edu to reserve a seat (maximum 2 seats per request).

One-on-one Retirement Consultations
The Office of Human Resources has partnered with five CSU Tax Shelter Annuity Fund sponsors to have representatives visit campus and assist those approaching retirement achieve their goals. Please bring your questions and most recent statements from your retirement plan investment providers for a comprehensive analysis. For additional information, refer to the CSU TSA website.

Upcoming Meetings
TIAA-CREF  April 9          To schedule an appointment, please call (800) 732-8353.
ING                April 10        To schedule an appointment, contact Kam Nassiri at
(818) 774-0719 or email at kam.nassiri@ingfp.com.
MetLife          April 11        To schedule an appointment, contact Chris Maltese at
(805) 371-4217 or (818) 648-0907.

Public Meetings

General Education Council
Meets 2–4 p.m.
Wednesday, April 3
University Hall 211

Faculty Senate http://www.csun.edu/senate/
Meets 2–4:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 4
Jack and Florence Ferman Presentation Room
(Room 81, West Wing, Lower Level of Oviatt Library)

Educational Resources Committee
Meets 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday, April 9
University Hall 2111

Educational Equity Committee
Meets 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Monday, April 15
University Hall 277

Classes

Brown Bag Spring 2013 – Research Seminar Series
The College of Engineering and Computer Science is hosting a research seminar series every Tuesday in Jacaranda Hall, conference room JD1568 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Each series, which will run from Feb. 12 to May 7, will feature different faculty members to share their work. Bring your lunch and listen to fellow colleagues speak about their research interests and projects that they are currently working on.
For more information – http://www.ecs.csun.edu/ecsdean/docs/BrownBagSeries_20130117.pdf.

GE Brown Bag Series
The Department of Psychology is hosting a lunchtime seminar series designed for psychology faculty and graduate students interested in learning about current research projects and exchanging ideas. The series is open to all faculty and staff. It takes place approximately every other Friday from noon to 1 p.m., from March 15 to May 10, in Sierra Hall 322.
For more information – download the GE Brown Bag Series program.

Human Resources Workshop
The Tseng College offers a Human Resources Management Overview and PHR/SPHR Exam Preparation Workshop at CSUN on Tuesdays. Classes will run Feb. 26 through April 30 from 6 to 9:55 p.m.  Topics include business management and strategy, workforce planning and employment, HR development, compensation and benefits, employee and labor relations, and risk management. Detailed information is posted on the Tseng College website.
For more information―email angela.carpenter@csun.edu or call (818) 677-3332.

Department of Police Services Spring Safety Workshops:
For more information on workshops offered by the Department of Police Services,
call (818) 677-2111.

April 25
The Basics of Pepper Spray Defense
The Basics of Pepper Spray workshop, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the CSUN Department of Police Services, covers a variety of topics including citizens’ possession and use, chemical properties and effects of pepper spray. Registration is $6 and now includes a hands-on demo with an inert canister and a personal canister of pepper spray with keychain case! Sign up for training online.
Personal and Professional Development Program:

April 16
Investing 101
Chris Maltese, financial service representative of MetLife Resources, will host a session providing interested faculty and staff information on decisions regarding your personal financial situation in Oviatt 16 from 9 to 10 a.m. Sign up to attend online.

Retirement Income Strategies
Presented by Jonathan Reilly, district manager of VALIC, and Rachel Baroma, financial advisor of VALIC, will host a session providing faculty and staff information on how to make informed choices about protecting retirement income in Oviatt 16 from 2 to 3 p.m. Sign up to attend online

April 17
Compensation/ Classification Overview
CSUN HR liaisons, supervisory and managerial staff are welcome to attend this workshop that will cover the important components of an effective staff position description, and analyze the staff classification review and In-Range Progression processes. The workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the HR Training Room, Oviatt 16 Garden Level.  Sign up for the workshop online.

April 19
American Sign Language 101
This workshop, from 2 to 4 p.m. in HR Training Room Oviatt 16, will provide some basics in American Sign Language (ASL). All CSUN staff and faculty will receive updated information on ASL during the interactive seminar, led by CSUN ASL instructor, Christine Firkins. Sign up for the workshop online.

April 23
Cross-Cultural Relationships: Rewards and Challenges
CSUN faculty and staff are welcome to attend this session from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Oviatt 16 HR Training Room that will discuss how to have “difficult conversations,” that in the end will facilitate and deepen understanding of both oneself and others. Sign up for the session online.

April 24
Leadership Feedback
Kristina de la Vega, associate director of employee relations, will present a session addressing communication between supervisor and employee, how to build on strengths by affirming positive behaviors, and how to use concrete examples as of means of clarifying expectations. CSUN supervisory and managerial staff are welcome to attend this session held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the HR Training Room, Oviatt 16 Garden Level. Sign up for the session online.

Catastrophic Leave Notices

The following employees are out on medical leave and have exhausted their leave credits:

Christine Menzies (Theater)
To make voluntary donations, please forward a completed Catastrophic Leave Donation form to Payroll Administration, mail code 8228. You can access the form online. http://www-admn.csun.edu/ohrs/benefits/forms/pledge.doc

Notices

Book Club Meetings and Groups:
Grow Your Mind Book Club, sponsored by the Office of Human Resources and Faculty Development, presents a series of book club meetings facilitated by Elizabeth T. Adams, senior director of undergraduate studies. All faculty and staff are welcome to join at any time. Meetings take place on the following Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m. in Oviatt 16. Register to be in the book club at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SV6BKRP.

April 3
“A History of the World in 100 Objects” by Neil MacGregor
The Jewish Studies Book Group will host its last unique read at CSUN Hillel at 17729 Plummer Street. For more information, contact Jewish studies at (818) 677-3007 or email jewish.studies@csun.edu.

May 5
“What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank: Stories” by Nathan Englander
The event will be led by Audrey Thacker of the Department of English.

Policy on Procedures for Evaluating Teaching Effectiveness
Section 612.5.2.c.(2)(b)(ii) of the Administrative Manual was reaffirmed to comply with changes to the Collective Bargaining Agreement of Fall 2012 by the Faculty Senate and approved by President Dianne F. Harrison. The policy can be viewed on the Faculty Senate website. All policies can be found under “resources” on the Faculty Senate website.
For more information—Heidi Wolfbauer at (818) 677-3263.

Policy on Procedures for Evaluating Teaching Effectiveness (Lecturers)
Section 706.3.2.b of the Administrative Manual was reaffirmed to comply with changes to the Collective Bargaining Agreement in Fall 2012 by the Faculty Senate and President Dianne F. Harrison. The policy can be viewed on the Faculty Senate website. All policies can be found under “resources” on the Faculty Senate website.
For more information—Heidi Wolfbauer at (818) 677-3263.

Policy on Examinations and Religious Observations
In correspondence with campus policy, the Office of the Provost would like to remind faculty members that “in administering any test or examination, we will permit any student who is eligible to undergo the test or examination to do so, without penalty, at a time when the activity would not violate the student’s religious creed.” The policy can be viewed on the Faculty Affairs website. If a faculty member needs assistance in evaluation the request of a student for the re-scheduling of an examination for purposes of religious observation, please contact the Office of Faculty Affairs at (818) 677-2962.

Policy on Accelerated Promotion Review Process
Section 643.1.5 of the Administrative Manual was recently passed by the Faculty Senate and approved by President Harrison. The policy can be viewed on the Faculty Senate website. All policies can be found under “resources” on the Faculty Senate website.
For more information—Heidi Wolfbauer at (818) 677-3263.

Policy on Contributions to the Field of Study
Section 632.4 of the Administrative Manual was recently passed by the Faculty Senate and approved by President Harrison. The policy can be viewed on the Faculty Senate website. All policies can be found under “resources” on the Faculty Senate website.
For more information—Heidi Wolfbauer at (818) 677-3263.

Master of Public Administration
Applications are now accepted for the fall 2013 Master of Public Administration program offered at CSUN and online.  The Tseng College administers this graduate degree program designed for those in the public or nonprofit sector.  Detailed information is posted on the Tseng College website.
For more information―email alice.lu@csun.edu or call (818) 677-5635.

Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
As a result of amendments to the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and the issuance of Executive Order 1083 (Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect), all CSU employees now have an obligation to report suspected or known incidents of child abuse or neglect. The university will provide detailed information about the law and faculty/staff reporting obligations, including a form to acknowledge that the information has been reviewed and faculty understand their obligation to comply with CANRA.  This form will require a signature and must be returned to a designated campus official.

Emergency Desk Reference for Staff Members
Be prepared and informed before an emergency or disaster occurs by referencing sources provided by the Emergency Desk. The Desk Reference is a quick guide for what to do in emergency situations that might occur on campus including medical emergencies, fires/explosions, involvement of hazardous materials, bomb threats, encounters with suspicious behaviors and objects and earthquakes. Access to the guide can be done from the home page by clicking the link “Emergency Information” at the bottom of the page. Updating personal contact information can also be done to enhance emergency contact on the myNorthridge portal in the “Emergency Information” section. Text messaging can also be managed through the system—check the box next to “Emergency Text Message” on the portal page.

Master of Public Administration Info Sessions: Feb. 26–March 19
The Tseng College hosts free information sessions for CSUN’s Master of Public Administration program held at off-campus sites.  Information sessions take place at Beverly Hills City Hall, third floor HR training room, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, Feb. 26 and March 19, from noon to 1 p.m., at the Pasadena City Hall, training room S018, 100 N. Garfield Ave.; March 6 and 13,  from 2 to 3 p.m.; and at the Los Angeles Unified School District headquarters, 333 S. Beaudry Drive, Los Angeles, March 5, 5:30-6:30 p.m.  For more information, email patti.burleson@csun.edu or visit the Tseng College website.

Summer Session
Currently enrolled CSUN students can make an appointment to register for Summer Session through the myNorthridge portal, from March 19 to 25, where they self-appoint a time and date to register online.  The registration period runs March 26-April 2 for those with appointments.  Registration is open to those without appointments starting April 3. Summer Session information is posted on the Tseng College website.

Training for Dealing with Distressed Students
The Faculty Senate invites faculty and staff participation in two interactive on-line training programs, meant to enhance your confidence and provide you resources when dealing with students who are showing signs of emotional distress and/or adjustment issues.  One training program is designed for the general student population and the other for our student veterans. Each training takes between 45 and 75 minutes and can be done in the privacy of your own office. Access Training can be found here for general student training and here for veteran student training. To log-on, use enrollment key “csun42,” create a password, answer the series of questions and complete the training. Other on-line resources for addressing student behavior that may be of concern can be found at the University Counseling Services website. For more information, contact Mark Stevens, director of CSUN’s University Counseling Services at (818) 677-4069 or email mark.stevens@csun.edu. Counselors at UCS are also available to come to a department or staff meeting to facilitate a discussion about the Kognito trainings.

2013 Faculty Election Results
The following faculty members have been elected for the following positions:

• Vice President of the Faculty: Shane Frehlich (Kinesiology)
• Secretary of the Faculty: Terri Lisagor (Family and Consumer Sciences)
• CSU Academic Senator: Shane Frehlich (Kinesiology)
• Senators-at-Large: Lawrence Becker (Political Science), Eric Garcia (University Library), Sharon Klein (English), Janet Oh (Psychology), Jared Rappaport (Cinema and Television Arts), Cheryl Spector (English)

CSU Employee Update
Attached you will find the most recent California State University Employee Update provided by the CSU Chancellor’s Office for all employees. It contains information about the CSU’s budget plans presented at the March 2013 Board of Trustees meeting, and information about several CSU system activities and recognitions. Of note, CSUN received “Honor Roll with Distinction” in the 2013 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, which annually commends colleges and universities that achieve meaningful and measurable outcomes in the communities they serve.

Deadlines

April 15
Graduating Senior Award
Applications for the 2013 Outstanding Graduating Senior Award will be due. Four students will receive an award of $1000 each in recognition for academic excellence, service to community and campus, and exceptional achievements or personal life circumstances that have been overcome. Applications are available in the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs or visit the Division of Student Affairs website.

April 19
47^th Annual Staff Service and Recognition of Excellence Event
Submission of nomination forms are due to the Office of Human Resources in University Hall 165 or via mail, drop 8229. The event celebrates employees that have achieved service milestones at five year increments as well as outstanding achievement. The Recognition of Excellence Awards include the Presidential Award, Award of Merit, the Jolene Koester Team Award and the Alumni Relations Award, the latest addition to the group.
For more information—call the Office of Human Resources at (818) 677-2101.

Condolences
Elaine Helms
The campus community extends deep condolences to the family and friends of Elaine Helms, admissions and records representative who passed on Thursday, March 7 in her sleep. Helms w0rked at admissions and records for more than 33 years.

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