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Staff Advisory Council Newsletter | September 2024

Announcing Our First Staff Appreciation Week

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As members of the UNO staff, we take great pride in our work supporting our university. Staff help foster an environment of learning and discovery for all. The Staff Advisory Council (SAC) is grateful for your collaboration and dedication to our students and our mission, and for that, we are here to celebrate you!

SAC is excited to announce the launch of our first Staff Appreciation Week (October 5th – 12th), a special week designed to honor the incredible commitment of our campus staff. We've planned a variety of fun and rejuvenating activities throughout the week, including a family friendly activity!

Event Highlights
• Delicious Food: Enjoy complimentary meals and snacks throughout the week as a small token of our gratitude.
• Wellness Offerings: Take a moment for yourself to enjoy a chair massage.
• Social Gatherings: Reconnect with colleagues and make new friends during our daily social events, where you can unwind and enjoy some lighthearted fun.


This week wouldn’t be possible without the support of our wonderful partners: UNO Administration, Alumni Association, Human Resources, University of Nebraska Foundation, Sodexo and Omaha Athletics. 

Mark your calendars and come celebrate! An overview of the week is accessible by clicking the button below. 

Thank you for all you do for our campus!

Check out the week!

Upcoming Events

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First Friday Wellness Hour | October 4

UNO employees are encouraged to use one hour on the first Friday of each month to explore an activity that helps them be inventive, creative, and energized. How will you spend your hour on October 4?

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UNO FAST | Times Vary

Professional development for Faculty and Staff created by UNO's Faculty and Staff. There are various topics, date, and times to chose from! If you have an area of expertise that you'd like to share with other, please reach out to Rachel Radel in Human Resources. 

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SAC General Meeting | October 15

All UNO staff are invited to the monthly general Staff Advisory Council meetings, held the second Tuesday of every month from 9 to 10:30 A.M. This month we will be at the Community Engagement Center (CEC), room CEC 209. September's meeting will include information about the Durango Discount Program! 

Employee of the Month

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August | Melissa Eckstein

Melissa Eckstein, Lead Payroll Specialist, has been named UNO’s Employee of the Month for August 2024.

 

Eckstein was praised for her wilingess to go above and beyond her regular duties and offering exceptional customer service! 

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Nominate a UNO Staff Member

Do you know a UNO colleague who continues to go above and beyond expectations? Someone who excels in interpersonal skills and communication with others? A Maverick who practices adaptability and knowledge of their responsibilities?

 

Nominate them for upcoming Employee of the Month, via People are Everything!

Employee of the Month Nomination Form

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KUDOS Award

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Nominate a UNO Colleague

Do you know a fellow Maverick who demonstrates UNO's values? Someone who regularly surpasses the call of duty and outstanding service to UNO?

 

Nominate them to be a future UNO KUDOS recipient, via People are Everything!

UNO KUDOS Nomination Form

Things To Know

Blue365 Health and Welness Discounts

 

SAC Suggestion Box

 

Submit an application to request funding from the SAC Professional Development fund. The 2024-2025 application opened July 1, 2024. The PD Committee meets at the end of each month, please plan requests accordingly.

 

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Educator discounts available on Apple products

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Receive 10% off at Half Price Books

Receive 15% off at Michaels

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