FYI

Two RCM Forums set for Dec. 13 and Dec. 15
UNH will present the initial recommendations for modifications to the Responsibility Center Management (RCM), a decentralized budgeting system implemented July 2000, at two public forums in December. The results follow a year-long review of the system. The forums will be held Tuesday, Dec. 13, and Thursday, Dec. 15, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. in MUB Theatre II. The forums will include a presentation by the RCM steering committee and a period of questions and feedback from the UNH community. All members of the UNH community are encouraged to attend. Questions about the forums and the RCM review process should be directed to David Proulx, assistant vice president for financial planning and budgeting, at david.proulx@unh.edu. (11-09-05)

Open enrollment forms due Nov. 18
Returns of 2006 Flex Enrollment Forms are trickling in, much slower than we would expect considering the reduced open enrollment period. Forms must be returned if changes are being made or a Medical/Dental or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account is needed for 2006. Any and all changes to Cigna and/or Delta Dental require an enrollment form. These may be found at http://www.unh.edu/hr/ under Forms. Please return all four pages of the flex form. (11-08-05)

Faculty/staff tuition waiver forms due Nov. 9
Faculty and staff should submit tuition waiver forms to Business Services in Stoke Hall by Nov. 9 so that credit for undergraduate degree classes can be applied to the spring semester tuition bills that will be posted online Nov. 14 to the students' MyUNH accounts. A new tuition waiver form is required each term. For more information call 2-2230. (11-02-05)

Winter Parking Ban on its way
With November upon us, the campus community should be on alert for the annual Winter Parking Ban. The WPB commences either at the first declared snow emergency in November, or automatically Dec. 1, whichever occurs first. Once underway, it continues through March 31. Under the WPB, most lots are closed to after-midnight parking every night, regardless of weather conditions through 6 a.m. the following mornings. Limited parking is available in "exempt" areas, and conditionally available in "weather-conditional" lots B and C. The status of the WPB is announced on a voice mail recording available by dialing 862-1001. A detailed "FAQ" section about the Winter Parking Ban is posted on the Transportation Services web page: http://www.unh.edu/transportation/parking/winterparkingban.htm. (10-26-05)

Lactation room available
Dimond Library and the UNH President's Commission on the Status of Women are pleased to announce the opening of a new lactation space on campus available to everyone in the UNH community. Located in Dimond Library, this private room contains a hospital-grade Medela breast pump, a gliding rocker, a refrigerator, and soft music. The room is designed for nursing and milk expression. Please contact Pam Lehman at 2-1512 or plehman@unh.edu or the Commission office at 2-1058 for more information. (10-21-05)

Benefits Fair is Nov. 1
The 2005 UNH HR Benefits/Services Fair is Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Granite State Room, MUB.  Detailed information regarding this event is available at:  http://www.unh.edu/hr/pod/benefits-fair-2005.htm. The USNH Benefits office will be sending out Open Enrollment packets in late October that will contain information on the 2006 changes and updates in core benefits for all faculty and staff. For more info, visit http://www.usnhhr.unh.edu/benefits/2006-openenrollment/index.html for current Benefits information.  The 2006 Rates for Medical/Dental will be posted by USNH HR soon. (10-19-05)

Flu Clinic set for Nov. 9
Health Services will hold a flu clinic open to the UNH communit Wednesday, Nov. 9, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Granite State Room, MUB. The vaccine for faculty/staff is $22, and $14 for students. Cash, checks, Mastercard, Visa and Cats Cache accepted. The Centers for Disease Control recommends that individuals with chronic illnesses or conditions obtain the vaccine prior to Oct. 25. If this applies to you or someone you know, the vaccine may be obtained in advance by calling Health Services at 2-2856. (10-19-05)

Learn about Technology Enhanced Classroom Oct. 28
CIS Academic Services will hold a brown bag lunch Oct. 28 to discuss ”Technology Enhanced Classroom (TEC)
Room Design: Past and Future.” David Scannell, manager of audio visual services, will provide the theory behind the design of TEC rooms and where UNH is going with it. The seminar begins at noon in Conant 101. Dessert will be provided (cookies). R.S.V.P. by Tuesday, Oct. 25 to erin.gleason@unh.edu. (10-19-05)

Gymnastics Classes for Children Available at Field House
Gymnastics classes for school-age community children are being offered Wednesday afternoons at the Field House. Boys and girls classes of all levels are taught in a safe, progressive manner. For information call 2-2181. (09-28-05)

IROP Information for Faculty
The International Research Opportunities Program (IROP) funds undergraduate research projects abroad every summer. Know a student who’s a good candidate? Want to be a mentor yourself? Just want more information? Please contact the coordinator at georgeann.murphy@unh.edu, 2-1933, or visit http://www.unh.edu/irop. Current juniors may apply by Oct. 20 for funding for summer of 2006; sophomores may apply by April 6 for funding for summer of 2007. IROP is open to students in all fields of study -- please spread the word. (08-31-05)

UROP Information for Faculty
Faculty are asked to share the following informationwith students about the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP). Information sessions for students to learn more about how they can develop a project, investigate a topic, and receive funding will be held Tuesday, Oct. 25, 3:30-4:30 p.m., MUB Room 302; and Tuesday, Nov. 1, 1–2 p.m., MUB Room 332. Application deadlines are as follows: Undergraduate Research Award, Oct. 12, and March 1, 2006; SURF Abroad (for summer 2006), Dec. 14; SURF USA Deadline (for summer 2006), March 1, 2006. INCO 590:
Student Research Experience is available to faculty members who may identify students to work with them on activities related to their teaching or research responsibilities. Variable credit. Support for research expenses available. For more information, contact the UROP office, 2-4323 or go to http://www.unh.edu/urop/sre.html. Visit http://www.unh.edu/urop. Questions? Contact us at urop@unh.edu. UROP supports research in all fields. (08-17-05)