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Fall 2021 is Here. Let’s Do This
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As the new semester builds momentum, we all have received emails outlining UCF’s updated guidance: “We expect our Knights to Armor Up by getting vaccinated if you are able to do so and wearing a mask indoors in accordance with the latest CDC guidelines.” At DDL, we provide critical resources not only for our students and faculty, but also for the Central Florida community at large, so it’s more important than ever to maintain our high standards of quality, service and innovation. That means caring for ourselves and our teammates by getting vaccinated and practicing empathy in everything we do. Visit UCF Coronavirus Information to find a free vaccine and the UCF COVID FAQ for the most current information.
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Phase II is Go for Launch
During the Phase II of the Hybrid Work Pilot, which continues through Dec. 31, all employees will work at least two days on site, although you may choose to work on site more than two days per week. Leadership and implementation teams will monitor performance and document results to inform a reassessment at the end of the fall semester. For more information, check the Return to Campus Guide in MS Teams.
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Tell Us What You Think
One of the keys to the success of our Hybrid Work Pilot is sharing ideas. To offer your opinions about what’s working well and what has been challenging for you and your team, please respond to the anonymous survey by Aug. 31. It only takes a few minutes to complete and the information you provide is critical in planning our future.
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Hybrid Work Pilot Events
- September 3 Tom’s Town Hall, 11 a.m.
- September 16 Professional Development Session: Civility in the Workplace, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- September 27 Tom’s Town Hall, 11 a.m.
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Check out New library spaces
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The John C. Hitt Library welcomes the campus community to enjoy the recent renovation and updated services. Updates to UCF’s first building include a new atrium entrance by the Student Union, a fourth-floor reading room with 270-degree campus view, an art gallery and a room named for former UCF V.P. and C.I.O. Joel Hartman. Visit the UCF Today story for more details and a photo gallery.
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Congratulate Hack Day Winners
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CDL’s Summer 2021 Hack Day challenged innovators across the division to think big — and the top three teams were recognized for their outstanding ideas:
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- Operation Kick-Start (Enrollment Outreach): Joanie Sather
- 3D Print Name Tags: Shea Silverman and Alyssa Davis
- Gather.Town Virtual Meetup: Arianna Davis and Nicole Stahl
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Watch the winning teams present their ideas during the recorded showcase. And it’s never too early to start planning your next brainstorm for the Fall 2021 Hack Day.
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The DDL Emergency Plan has been updated and all employees are asked to complete the associated Webcourse by Aug. 31. It’s self-paced and offers important information that could save your life in the event of an emergency. The pathway to access the course is MyUCF > Webcourses > Courses > DDL Emergency Plan.
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Are You a Campus Security Authority?
UCF and other institutions that receive federal funding are required to update the campus community about crime statistics and campus security policies. The Clery Act calls for Campus Security Authorities (CSA), who, because of their involvement with students and campus activities, might have information shared with them about crimes that impact our UCF community. All UCF employees are asked to complete a short survey to help identify CSA representatives. To learn more, visit the UCF Police Department.
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Enjoy the Arts
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The UCF Art Gallery has reopened for in-person viewing and events with a special exhibition from its permanent collection, featuring rare pieces by prominent artists not shown for nearly ten years, as well as 20th century African masks and sculptures.
Out of the Vault runs through Sept. 30.
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New Employees
- Adysen Cohen, Graduate research assistant (RITE)
- Steven Jacques, Techranger (LS&T)
- Srinandan Komanduri, Instructional developer assistant (PAL ID)
- Nafije Prishtina, Course development program assistant (iDev)
- Annette Reiner, Graduate research assistant (RITE)
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Employee Milestones
- Lisa Ruscigno was promoted to program director for Continuing Education credit programs
- Jonathan Pizzo was promoted to team lead for CDL's Instructional Development Team
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WE ARE AN ENGINE FOR INNOVATION
By leveraging game-changing educational technology, we pioneer new ways to fuel student access, enrollment and success, with an emphasis on decreasing time to graduation, reducing the cost of higher education, and improving the quality of the learning experience — at UCF and beyond. Let's change the future, together.
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