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November 2007

2007 United Way Campaign	New Faces in HR	Flu Shots
Vision Insurance Mailings Cause Confusion
2007 Outstanding Staff Nomination Time
Faculty Staff Appreciation Football Event November 17th

Vision Insurance Mailings Cause Confusion

Have you received a mailing outlining vision insurance coverage for 2008 from CompBenefits? If you are currently enrolled through the University in the State of Florida Vision Insurance Plan (which will terminate December 31, 2007), you may have received a mailing sent by CompBenefits regarding vision coverage for 2008. This mailing has caused some confusion because the insurance is titled “State of Florida Vision Plan Benefits.”

The plan outlined in the mailing is not a State of Florida benefit. The State is not offering vision coverage for 2008. It is not offered through USF. This is individually contracted coverage that you must maintain for the year – even if you leave the University or have a Qualifying Status Change that would normally allow you to cancel coverage. Individuals who enroll in the plan must pay through bank card draft. Because this private insurance is not a State or University-sponsored benefit, if you had problems or issues with it at any point you would have to deal directly with CompBenefits. USF Human Resources will not be able to offer any assistance should problems arise.

As you consider the pros and cons of private vision insurance, keep in mind that eye exams generally are covered through your health insurance provider and many of the State of Florida dental plans also offer discounts for exams, lenses, frames and contacts. Please contact your insurance providers for more information. If you have any questions, contact an HR Benefits Representative at (813) 974-2970.

Faculty Staff Appreciation Football Event November 17th

President Genshaft invites our unBULLievable Faculty & Staff to attend the 2007 Faculty & Staff Appreciation Event Tailgate Party on Saturday, November 17^th at Raymond James Stadium. USF Faculty, Staff and their families are invited to attend.

This year, for the first time, the event will be held in the “No Fly Zone,” a fenced-in area in Lots 3 & 4, immediately north of the stadium. The event will start at 5:00 and end at 7:30 pm. Game time is schedule for 8:00 pm.

Tickets for the event go on sale at the Sun Dome Ticket Office this Monday November 5^th at 9 AM through 6 PM Tuesday November 13^th or until the Appreciation Event sells out.

Pay only $15 for a football game ticket and a wristband required for entry into the tailgate party. Four (4) tickets maximum per employee. You must show your USF Employee ID at the time of purchase. Tickets will be sold on the regional campuses (contact your regional campus HR office for details).

Employees who are season ticket holders may pick up a free wristband from the Sun Dome Ticket Office until the Appreciation Event sells out. USF Employee ID required.

The tailgate party includes a full plate meal, beer, soda and fun for all ages.

For more information, a map to the event, and an event poster, click here. Check back on the HR website for updates on ticket availability and game time.

For information on the game, visit the Athletics website.

For more information on the tailgate party, contact Susan Boully in HR at sboully@admin.usf.edu or (813) 974-5711.

2007 Outstanding Staff Nomination Time

The nomination period for the 2007 Outstanding Staff Awards is open November 15, 2007 through February 8, 2008. The Outstanding Staff Award is the highest award given to staff members by the University and all USF employees are asked to take the time to consider and nominate employees who exemplify USF’s vision, values and standards of service. All Staff and Administration employees who have at least one year of continuous service qualify for nomination.

The nomination process has been opened earlier this year to encourage nominators to submit nominations when they see outstanding contributions being made. The nomination form and instructions are available on-line here or contact Human Resources at (813) 974-5711 or sboully@admin.usf.edu. All nominations must be submitted to the nominee’s Dean/Director no later than Friday February 8, 2008.

“Recognizing people when they do great things is key. We invite everyone in the USF community to recognize and nominate those individuals who demonstrate the excellence, commitment and exceptional service that make USF a great University,” said Sandy Lovins, Associate Vice President, Division of Human Resources. “It is an honor to be nominated and we hope every area will take this opportunity to recognize their outstanding staff members.”

All nominees will receive a copy of their nomination form and supporting letters, and a copy will be placed in their official personnel file. The winners receive $500, an engraved award and will be honored at the award ceremony to be held on Tuesday May 13, 2008 at 2 PM in Theatre 1. For additional information contact Judy Lowry in Human Resources at 4-5484 or JLowry@admin.usf.edu

Flu Shots

USF Student Health Services is once again offering flu shots to students and faculty/staff (with USF ID), Tuesday through Friday from 10:00am to 3:00pm. The cost is $15 for students and $25 for faculty/staff. SHS accepts Visa or MasterCard as payment. Flu shot clinics will run on a first-come, first-serve basis (until supply is exhausted) at USF Student Health Services (next to the USF Bookstore).

2007 United Way Campaign

USF’s 2007 United Way Campaign (Tampa Campus) runs through December 31st. The USF United Way Campaign website is available for online pledges via payroll deduction or you can print a paper form to pledge by cash, check or credit card. For more information contact Judy Lowry, HR Communications, (813) 974-5484 or jlowry@admin.usf.edu.

New Faces in HR

Brett A. Jordan has joined the Division of Human Resources as University Payroll Director reporting to Sandy Lovins. Brett is a USF graduate with a wealth of experience in payroll operations. He has managed the payroll function for sizable corporations in multiple locations. In his most recent role at FedEx, he headed up the payroll function with a staff of 15 providing payroll services to 8,000+ employees in 140+ locations in the US and Puerto Rico. He has extensive experience working with PeopleSoft (both from an implementation and upgrade perspective). Brett may be reached at (813) 974-8062 or bjordan@admin.usf.edu.

Lena Collins has joined the Division of Human Resources as ERP Payroll Analyst reporting to Gina Lanier, Assistant Director, HR Operations and Brett Jordan, University Payroll Director. Lena is part of the newly created ERP team which provides support for USF Enterprise Business Systems. She is the Functional Lead for Direct Service Organization (DSO) implementations and provides routine processing support for the Sun Dome\DSO payrolls. Lena brings over 20 years of payroll and business analyst experience. She has significant professional knowledge and expertise in payroll, garnishment, tax processing and employment and regulatory compliance. Lena may be reached at (813) 974-6028 or lcollins2@admin.usf.edu.

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