Archive for “Month: November 2021 – Page 2 – New Employees” 
Looking for new listening material? Try tuning into a UF podcast
Whether you’re going for a walk or run, stuck in traffic or just washing the dishes, podcasts can make your daily routine more fun and informative. And because here at UF we have countless experts on what seems like every topic under the sun, it’s likely no surprise that we’re also home to a number […]
Want to learn more about UF’s Employee Education Program?
The Employee Education Program, or EEP, is a source of financial support for full-time faculty, TEAMS and USPS staff looking to gain new skills and further their professional goals. On Friday, Dec. 3, at 2 p.m., the Academic and Professional Assembly will host a virtual event where you can learn more about the EEP. Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/all-about-the-employee-education-program-eep-registration-204429603447. Read […]
Tune into Gainesville’s first Spanish-language radio station
Elio Piedra, a Cuban native and long-standing Alachua County resident, launched Tu Fiesta Radio, Gainesville’s first Spanish-language radio station, on Nov. 1. Available 24/7 through a mobile app and website, the station hosts specialty segments featuring guest stars and classic Spanish-language hits ranging from reggaeton, bachata and salsa. Learn more!
How UF helps veterans succeed as they pursue an education
Veterans Day is a time for us to honor those who bravely served our country. Thanks to the GI Bill, thousands of military veterans have been able to pursue an education at the University of Florida. In a recent episode of From Florida, Roselind Brown of the Collegiate Veterans Success Center, discussed UF’s history of working with veterans, […]
Ready. Set. Ride!
Join UF Bikes in the Love to Ride Florida Challenge, which encourages people to ride more throughout the month of November. Register on the Love to Ride website to join the competition. Whether you’re riding for fun, exercise or as part of your daily commute, every ride counts! Learn more!
UF Health pediatric expert gives advice on COVID-19 vaccine for kids
On Nov. 2, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention authorized use of the Pfizer-BioNtech vaccine, now known as Comirnaty, in children who are 5 to 11 years old. Sonja A. Rasmussen, M.D., a professor in the departments of pediatrics and epidemiology at the UF College of Medicine and the UF College of Public Health […]
McKnight Brain Institute staff member’s warmth and compassion inspire others
Greta Walker has worked at UF for more than 20 years in her current role as a custodian for the McKnight Brain Institute (MBI). Despite the challenges the pandemic posed, Walker came to work every day to perform her job with a smile on her face and a prayer in her heart. To learn more about […]
Register for a safety and crime prevention class
Departments interested in safety and crime prevention classes for their faculty and staff are encouraged to browse the UF Police Department’s (UFPD) class list. UFPD works with each department to customize their classes to meet the department’s needs. Faculty and staff may also individually register for classes. Browse the class list: https://police.ufl.edu/programs/classes/safety-crime-prevention-class-list/.
Wilmot Botanical Gardens’ Fall Plant Sale
Azaleas, camellias, trees and more — get ready for Wilmot Botanical Gardens’ Fall Plant Sale, happening Nov. 19-20. Can’t make it on these dates? You can pre-order your plants now through Nov. 10 and pick up your order on Nov. 18. Learn more!
Preparing for the holidays and time off
The holiday season is just around the corner! It’s not too soon to begin preparing for — and looking forward to — your time off during this year’s winter holidays. View upcoming UF holidays and learn more about this year’s December closing period: https://news.hr.ufl.edu/worklife/preparing-for-upcoming-uf-holidays-and-time-off-3/. As reminder, the deadline for TEAMS staff to enter hours for […]