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The President's Outstanding Staff and Supervisor Awards

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:03:15 -0600

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2012 Outstanding Staff and Supervisor Awards.

Many staff members and supervisors make invaluable contributions to the university's continued success.
Nominate Someone Today!
For details about the awards, eligibility, and the online nomination form, please visit the awards Web site.

The nomination deadline is Friday, November 11th, 2011 at 5:00 p.m.

The Flu Ends with You

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 15:45:14 -0600

It's that time of year again. Flu season is upon us. Protect yourself, your coworkers and your family by:

Getting your flu shot! As of September 1, 2011, flu shots and nasal flu mist are covered 100% under the UT SELECT medical plan when services are received from a participating Blue Cross Blue Shield provider. Learn more about this valuable benefit. Injection is the best protection!
frequent cleaning of your hands,
sneezing or coughing into your elbow or sleeve,
and getting plenty of rest and fluids.

more information on flu prevention

Texas Wildfires

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 10:10:50 -0500

UT Austin Faculty & Staff:

The wildfires in Central Texas have affected many in the UT Austin community. If you have been forced to evacuate, experienced property damage, or lost your home, the following information may be of help:

President Powers will grant paid leave for natural disasters. Employees can submit a written request for emergency leave to the department head. Requests should specify the reason and length of time required. Once the approval is obtained, promptly and accurately record the use of leave on your time sheet (faculty is excluded from the time sheet step). The department head will transmit the requests to the President through the appropriate vice president with a recommendation.
Staff Members may apply for financial assistance through the Staff Emergency Fund
Counseling is offered to all employees through our HealthPoint EAP program

Our thoughts are with all who have been impacted by these recent events.