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Employee Assembly seeks new members

Six Employee Assembly seats are up for election for 2008-09. Individuals interested in running for the EA can pick up packets of information beginning March 10 at the Office of Assemblies, 109 Day Hall. (March 7, 2008)

Mental health expert to talk about positive psychology, post-traumatic stress and happiness

Author of 28 books, guest on 'Oprah' and the 'Today' show and psychotherapist Bill O'Hanlon will present two workshops March 11 in the Memorial Room at Willard Straight Hall. (March 7, 2008)

Family Medical Leave Act expands benefits for Cornell military families

Caring for a family member who has been injured during military service or having a family member on, or about to go on, active duty may be entitle you to job-protected leave from your position. (Feb. 29, 2008)

Need investment-planning advice for retirement? Cornell vendors can now offer it

Those who prefer a more active approach to their investments, or who have both LifeCycle and other funds, will appreciate the detailed guidance Cornell vendors are now able to give. (Feb. 29, 2008)

Conceive Magazine names Cornell a top place to work for prospective parents

Cornell has been named by Conceive Magazine as one of the top 50 most family-friendly employers in the United States because of the benefits it offers to employees who hope to be parents. (Feb. 22, 2008)

Child-care center info sessions slated for March, April

To help answer questions about the new Cornell child-care center set to open fall 2008, numerous information sessions are slated for March and April.

Library offers free workshops on using the Web

Cornell librarians will offer workshops on 20 topics ranging from basic Web design to navigating advanced geographical imaging systems. Workshops are open to all staff members free of charge. (Feb. 14, 2008)

Mary-Lynn Cummings assumes newly created post of director of space planning at Cornell

Mary-Lynn Cummings, assistant dean for facilities and operational services in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, has been named to the newly created post of director of space planning for Cornell. (Feb. 6, 2008)

One man and a plate of cookies led to inaugural Bartels Award to recognize Cornell custodians

One man and a plate of cookies led to Cornell's inaugural Bartels Award to recognize the outstanding customer service performed by the custodial staff on campus. (Feb. 1, 2008)

Give yourself a crash-course in investing

You don't need to start with large sums of money to invest for retirement, and you don't have to be a pro. Resources abound on the Web sites of each of Cornell's vendors.

'When we find our line of sight, then work becomes more than a job'

In a Cornell Perspectives piece, Vice President for Human Resources Mary George Opperman talks about how the university's staff contributes to Cornell's 'bold ideas and big aspirations.'

Ray Dalton recognized for multicultural professional service

Ray Dalton, executive director of Cornell's Office of Minority Educational Affairs, was recently awarded the William H. Myers Multicultural Professional Service Award for his work in multicultural affairs at Cornell. (Jan. 24, 2008)