Month: August 2009

Help welcome sophomores back to campus on Aug. 23

Posted by on August 11, 2009

The undergraduate studies’ office will greet incoming second-year students at the 2009 Sophomore Welcome, to be held from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, in St. Pat’s Ballroom of the Havener Center. All faculty and staff are invited to attend. Tentative plans for the program include a pinning ceremony and an address by Harvest Collier, vice […]

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Check out staff videos online

Posted by on August 11, 2009

A new video will be posted monthly on the Staff Council website that shows even now, in these tough economic times, staff are overcoming obstacles and looking ahead with great confidence that “We’re All Alright!” Check out the latest video at staffcouncil.mst.edu/.

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Final 2009 orientation sessions scheduled

Posted by on August 11, 2009

This year’s final Preview, Registration and Orientation (PRO) session will begin at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, in the Havener Center. Incoming students will learn about student life, meet with their S&T advisors, take the math placement exam and register for fall 2009 semester classes. After attending PRO, new students will participate in Opening Week […]

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Join Proud Miners at Aug. 21 barbecue

Posted by on August 9, 2009

Faculty, staff and retirees who have helped support the Advancing Excellence Campaign are invited to attend the Proud Miner Barbecue scheduled from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, in the Brewer Family Atrium in Toomey Hall. Those who haven’t donated to the campaign can do so by making a $5 donation the day of the […]

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Team Jelly Belly cyclist to meet with media on Wednesday

Posted by on August 9, 2009

Brad Huff of Team Jelly Belly, a competitor in the Tour of Missouri, will meet with media at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12, in the Havener Center. He will be accompanied by Chris Aronhalt, managing partner of event organizer Medalist Sports of Atlanta, Ga., and the local organizing committee.

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Join the Move and Lose Challenge today

Posted by on August 4, 2009

Lose weight and get fit by joining the Move and Lose Challenge, beginning today, Tuesday, Aug. 4, and ending on Friday, Oct. 30. There will be two categories: weight loss and activity points. Teams should include no more than 10 members. Get your weight, BMI (Body Mass Index), and blood pressure taken from 9-11 a.m. […]

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Security alert announced for campus iPhone users

Posted by on August 4, 2009

Apple has issued software update 3.0.1 for the iPhone to patch critical security vulnerability. If you use an iPhone, you should update it at your earliest convenience. Step-by-step directions for updating your iPhone software are available on the IT website at: helpdesk.mst.edu/generalinfo/reference_center/iphoneupdate.html. If you have any questions, please contact the IT Help Desk at 341-HELP […]

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Free Tuesday evenings? Join the S&T faculty and staff bowling team

Posted by on August 4, 2009

Jim Reck of international affairs is putting together an S&T bowling team for the upcoming season. The league’s first meeting is Tuesday, Aug. 11, so time is short. Bowling begins Aug. 25. Interested bowlers should contact Reck at 341-4091 or reckj@mst.edu.

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Singer joins provost’s office

Posted by on August 4, 2009

Provost Warren K. Wray is pleased to announce the appointment of Debbie Singer as executive assistant in the office of the provost. Singer has worked for several departments since arriving on campus in August 2003, most recently as an administrative assistant in the business and information technology department. She can be reached at 341-4138 to […]

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