- Right click on the email.
- Click Move.
- Choose Always Move Messages in this Conversation.
- Choose the destination. Trash or another folder you set up.
Staff news
In the News
“Getting to Know You: Kate Anderson” (page 14)
MCMLA Express: Newsletter of the Midcontinental Chapter of the Medical Library Association, Spring/Summer 2018
Notes From the Director, 8/28/18
By now many of you have received notification you are getting salary increases. Many of you have not received notification, which means your salary will be the same continuing through August of 2019. Whether you received a raise or not, I want to thank for another year of service to the libraries, and encourage you with the knowledge that we are working to improve salaries for all.
Deciding how to assign raises was especially difficult this year. The Libraries received a small raise pool from the University Budget Office, which we had not for about five years previously. We also received separate, earmarked funding from the Provost’s Office for the promotion raises for librarians being promoted from Librarian II to III and III to IV. These promotion amounts are set by the Provost’s Office each year. Campus Human Resources emphasized we could not give a set percentage to everyone.
In assigning raises, the LMT looked at meritorious performance, time in rank, compression, rate penetration within rank and the ARL salary survey. We did the best we could to do an equitable distribution. We looked at all categories of employees.
As fall arrives and football begins, we know that campus life is picking up, and more students every day are visiting our libraries. We are all committed to helping make their student experiences good one. Thanks for all you do that contributes to the quality of the MU educational experience.
–Ann Campion Riley
Presentation by Steven Pryor, August 29
Please join me in welcoming Steven Pryor to the University of Missouri Libraries by attending his open presentation. Steven Pryor was recently hired as a Librarian II in the RAIS Division. I asked Steven to share his professional history with us and to comment on some current trends that influence his thinking about digital initiatives in libraries.
When: Wednesday, August 29th at 9:00 a.m.
Where: Ellis 114A
–Jeannette Pierce
All Staff Meeting Notes 8/16/18
Greeting and announcements – Ann Campion Riley, Vice Provost of Libraries and University Librarian
- Ann extended a special welcome to people joining us through Zoom.
- Since we have a lot of communication going out through monthly Staff Advisory Group Meetings and that Library Management Team notes are distributed in News Notes, Ann wanted to bring in a guest speaker for our All Staff meeting this year and we are so happy to welcome Provost Ramchand.
- Please visit our new classroom in Special Collections.
- PJ and Kathy continue to work on upgrades for student furniture.
- Consider attending our upcoming Friends of the Library event on September 27.
- We are Looking forward to being innovative with our space this coming year.
Staff updates – Sheryl Cullina, Senior Human Resources Manager
- Sheryl announced new employees since our January All Staff meeting.
- Sheryl also announced employees receiving promotion.
Marketing presentation – Shannon Cary, Communications Officer
- Shannon shared the goals and resources for our Libraries’ marketing strategy.
Guest Speaker- Dr. Latha Ramchand, University of Missouri Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
- Ramchand shared her aspirations for the University, her connections with libraries and addressed a few questions from the audience. She welcomed the Libraries to reach out to her with any ideas for progress.
Library Instruction Web Page Update
The new site for Library Instruction Services is now live: http://library.missouri.edu/instruction/ . The old link for on LibGuides “Events, Classes, Workshops” will redirect to the new page. You can send questions and comments to Joe Askins, Head of Instructional Services.
Accordingly, the menu on the Libraries websites (and guides) have changed slightly to reflect this update.
Also, users can access our new Workshops page at the easy-to-remember URL, http://library.missouri.edu/workshops. There, they can browse and register for upcoming workshops, view archived recordings of past workshops and request workshops.
This new URL will gradually replace the old, hard-to-remember tinyurl address on our marketing materials.
Thanks to Nav (and Dylan and Alora) for putting a lot of time and effort into getting these pages up and running.
In the News
“PHOTO GALLERY: New MU students begin college journey”
Columbia Missourian, August 13, 2018
Office Carpets in Ellis Library to Be Vacuumed Monthly
Beginning the first week of September, Bonnie Johnson in our Receiving/Facilities team will begin vacuuming private office spaces in Ellis Library not currently covered under the University’s custodial contract.
As most of you know, private office spaces are no longer vacuumed as part of the University’s custodial contract. Even though vacuums were purchased almost two years ago and are readily available in all staff areas, it’s become clear that vacuuming of private offices by individuals has proven to be challenging in Ellis Library. Because we need to keep our floors to stay in good shape for many years, the carpets need to be vacuumed regularly to slow the aging process and to provide a clean environment for our staff.
Bonnie will vacuum private office spaces once per month. I have tried to personally speak with everyone affected. If I missed talking to you and you would prefer to vacuum your own space, please let me know. If your office area is on the list for vacuuming, you will receive a recurring calendar appointment in Outlook very soon to let you know when to clear your office floors. This does not affect anyone in the Specialized Libraries, Archives, or the remote storage facilities at this time. If there are issues with vacuuming in those areas, please let your LMT member know.
Please note:
- Have floors cleared by the end of the work day prior to vacuuming.
- Vacuuming will be done between 7:00-7:30am.
- Bonnie has been asked to vacuum open floor spaces that can be reached easily. She has been asked to avoid moving anything, including chairs.
- You are still responsible for removing trash and recycling.
- If you lock your door, please continue to lock your door. Bonnie will key herself in and lock the door behind her (or ask Security for assistance).
- If your office space cannot be vacuumed on the appointed day, the appointment will simply be missed. There are many other facilities tasks that need attention. If possible, Bonnie will let you know about conflicts in advance and I hope you will consider vacuuming on those rare occasions.
Thanks in advance!
Kathy Peters
Library Management Team Information and Action Items 8/14/18
Healthy for Life Classes
Escape from your desk! Lunchtime fitness classes are a great way to reduce stress, boost energy levels and improve your well-being. Bring your own mat and wear comfortable clothing that will allow you to move and stretch fully. All levels are welcome! MU Faculty and staff, you can earn 10 points per class toward your Tier 2 Wellness incentive –up to 200 wellness points under Physical Activity.
- Pilates: M/W (12:15-12:45) in 205 Townsend, $3 per class. Contact Tina England (engandt@missouri.edu) for information.
- Strength/Core conditioning: M/W/F (12:15-12:45) in Room 4F51 Ellis Library, $1 per class. Contact Nani Fudge (fudge@missouri.edu) for information.
- Yoga: T/R (12:15-12:45) in Room 4F51 Ellis Library, $1 per class. Contact Glenda Moum (moumg@missouri.edu) for information.
For more information on ways you can improve your health and well-being, visit the Total Rewards Culture of Health page: https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/wellness/culture_of_health