Optics professors inducted into National Academy of Inventors
From left: Duncan Moore, the Rudolf and Hilda Kingslake Professor of Optical Engineering, and David Williams, the William G. Allyn Professor of Medical Optics are among this year’s National Academy of Inventors inductees. They join 162 other inductees chosen for their “highly prolific spirit of innovation in creating or facilitating outstanding inventions that have made a tangible impact on the quality of life, economic development, and welfare of society.”
In today’s issue:
The Office of Human Resources has instituted a new referral bonus program to reward faculty and staff who recommend qualified candidates to join the University
The International Theatre Program’s production of Stupid F***ing Bird continues this week
Andrew Berger has been elected a fellow of Optica, the international society for optics and photonics
A reminder on face masks: they must be worn properly, covering the nose and mouth, indoors on the University’s campuses and properties. Visit the face mask FAQ page for full information. Face masks with air valves are not permitted, nor are face shields alone without a proper face mask underneath.
Free COVID-19 Testing:Rapid COVID-19 antigen testing is available at no charge to asymptomatic students, faculty, and staff by appointment in Rettner Hall on River Campus.
Go Green: Department of Chemistry builds own helium recovery system
Earlier this year, members of the Department of Chemistry built an in-house helium recovery system with a 90 percent recovery rate. The system saves the department money by eliminating the need to purchase helium tanks every week but it has also created a more reliable supply of liquid helium. Read more in this week’s Go Green blog post.
Protect yourself and your community: Get a flu shot
To help prevent the spread of influenza in the community, make a plan to get your flu shot. You can get a flu shot at many local pharmacies, including CVS, Walgreens, and Wegmans. If you’re going home for winter break, consider scheduling an appointment with a local pharmacy or your primary care provider.
A new referral bonus program from the Office of Human Resources will reward faculty and staff who recommend qualified candidates in their personal and professional networks to join the University. Between December 8 and March 31, current employees can receive up to $5,000 for referring a new hire who remains at the University for at least 18 months. Find more information on the HR website. The process for nursing process referrals can be found here.
Life insurance beneficiary information
You may view or change your life insurance beneficiary information online at any time by logging into HRMS and clicking on “Securian Financial.” If you do not name a beneficiary, policy benefits will be paid, in order of priority, to your lawful spouse, children, parents, siblings, or estate.
Inaugural theater production at Sloan Performing Arts Center continues this week
The International Theatre Program’s production of Aaron Posner’s Stupid F***ing Bird continues this week with performances today, December 8, through Sunday, December 11, in the new Smith Theater at the Sloan Performing Arts Center. Find more information and performance times here.
Join the Memorial Art Gallery this week for “Select Friday” and enjoy discounted museum admission, evening access to the art collection, and more. Take a tour with local artist Shawn Dunwoody and learn about his new piece on view in the Cameros Gallery, Unfinished Business, pictured above. Find more details here and on the museum’s Instagram.
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