Columns::February 4, 2002

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Relief fund
The African Studies Institute is coordinating a UGA relief fund in response to the volcanic eruption in the Democratic Republic of Congo on Jan. 17, which displaced 300,000 people. At least 60 people are confirmed dead, and cholera is feared.
The Congolese ambassador to the United States (Faida Mitifu, a UGA alumnus) has called on us to help. Donations (make checks to Congo DR Disaster Relief Fund) may be sent to the African Studies Institute Office, 314 Candler Hall.

W-2 distribution
In prior years, the payroll department has distributed W-2 forms via U.S. mail. Postage is expensive and many W-2s are always returned to the university for address corrections.
Consequently, this year W-2s will be distributed to university departments in the same manner as payroll checks. Departments are responsible for distributing the forms to active employees. The payroll department will mail W-2s for employees listed as inactive in the payroll system.
W-2s should be distributed by the department immediately. Any W-2 that cannot be quickly distributed directly to an employee should be mailed to that employee. Departments should immediately return any W-2s to payroll if circumstances prevent the department from quickly distributing them.
Contact the payroll department at 542-3431 with any questions.

Cholesterol screening
February is “Love Your Heart” month and the University Health Center is offering free cholesterol screenings for faculty and staff on Feb. 14, 9-11 a.m. and 2-4 p.m., at the health center.
In addition, cholesterol screening will be available at the center every Monday and Thursday in February (9-11 a.m. and 2-4 p.m.). These screenings are free for students and $5 for faculty and staff. For more information, call 542-8690.

NIH grant workshop
David L. Mineo, chief grants management officer of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, will present an overview of NIH for faculty and administrators on Feb. 22, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., in 138 Tate Student Center. Topics include funding opportunities for new investigators, application preparation, peer review and grant administration issues. He will also discuss the various programs and initiatives supported by the NIDDKD.
The workshop is arranged by Sponsored Programs. Reserve seats with Michelle Doster at 542-5939 or dmd@ovpr.uga.edu.

College-readiness course
A two-session college-readiness course for adults who are interested in beginning or continuing their college education will be offered Feb. 19 and 21, 6-9 p.m., at the Georgia Center for Continuing Education. Entitled “Learning Styles and Study Skills,” the course is designed to provide adults with the tools they need for a successful return to college. The course is sponsored by UGA’s Adult and Nontraditional Student Educational Resources and Services Program. Topics include examining your learning style, bringing your study skills up to date, managing time and stress, and finding your best match for a career. The cost for the course is $29 and Continuing Education Units will be awarded.
To register or for more information, call the ANSERS Program at 542-6400 or visit www.gactr.uga.edu/ustudies/ansers.

Pizza and bake sale
The Relay for Life team sponsored by the elementary education department is raising funds for the team by selling pizza and baked goods on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the lobby of Aderhold Hall. Sales will continue until April 23. The American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life will take place May 17. For further information or to volunteer, call Jeanine Meeler at 542-4245.

Celebration III
The Georgia Museum of Natural History will host its annual fund-raising reception and program on March 1. The event will be held at the Conservatory at the State Botanical Garden, beginning at 6:30 pm. The reception will be catered by Gourmet to Go.
A program entitled “Masterpieces of Aboriginal Art from the Archaeology Collection” will be presented by David J. Hally, curator of the department of anthropology’s archaeology collection. Music will be provided by John Winterhawk, spiritual leader affiliated with the Y’ufala Muscogee Creek Tribe, accompanied by Joey Pierce, Deborah Cooper and Anne-Marie Winterhawk, vocal and drums. The event raises funds for the proposed Museum Mobile and other museum programs.
The cost is $100 per person, of which $70 is tax-deductible. To receive an invitation to Celebration III call 542-1663 or e-mail nhminfo@uga.edu.

Summer camps
The State Botanical Garden is now accepting registrations for children’s summer camp. Call 542-1244 to register or for more information.
“Give Plants a Voice” is a conservation camp for ages 9-11. It is offered in two sessions: June 10-14 and June 17-21; campers meet from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Cost is $75 per session ($70 for Garden members).
“Garden Earth” is a science camp for ages 6-8. It will be offered in three sessions: June 24-28, July 8-12 and July 15-19. Camp meets each morning from 9 a.m. until noon. Cost per session is $55 ($50 for Garden members).

Swimming lessons
Recreational sports is offering spring semester swim lessons. Youth classes are held on Sundays while adult lessons are held at various times throughout the week. Private lessons are also available for all ages and availabilities. Each private lesson consists of half an hour of one-on-one instruction. For information regarding class times and fees, call 542-5060. Register at the cashier’s desk in the Ramsey Student Center, Mondays-Thursdays, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.


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