HR News Campus Updates | April 2017

Join Elizabeth Adams, Associate Vice President of Student Success, and Kristy Michaud, Director of the Office of Student Success Innovations, as they give an overview of the current CSUN Student Success Initiatives, including projects involving student support services, student engagement and belonging, teaching and learning, and streamlining the path to degree without compromising quality.

For more information and to register, visit: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/understanding-and-playing-role-csuns-student-success-initiatives

The Spring 2017 Faculty and Staff Series presents another thrilling installment in one of the designated home games at no cost to you and your guests. The Matador Baseball team will be sliding to base April 4th with the Matadors vs. Pepperdine University at our very own Matador Field.

For Details and More Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/matador-faculty-and-staff-appreciation-series-baseball-vs-pepperdine

The CSUN Campus Store is having a one-day only Apple sale on Thursday, April 13^th. The CSUN Campus Store hours for that day are 7:00 am-7:30 pm.  Check out the details!

• Is the sale only available to faculty and staff?

No, all current staff, faculty, as well as current and newly accepted students will be able to take advantage of the excellent deals on April 13^th.

• What is the discount you are offering for the Apple sale?

The CSUN Campus Store will be offering an 8% discount on current Mac and iPad products, and 4% discount on End-Of-Life (discontinued) Mac and iPad products ON TOP of the everyday, academic discount.

• Are there products that will not qualify for the sale?

Yes, the following products are excluded from the sale: MacMini, iPad mini, and the new iPad 9.7” that was released on March 21. Please contact the CSUN Campus Store’s technology department for more details.

• Can I reserve the device I want to purchase on April 13^th?

Absolutely! Please contact the CSUN Campus Store’s technology department so they can assist you with your reservation.

• Can I custom configure/special order my laptop/desktop and still get the April 13^th discount, or is the special discount just on regular stock models?

You can definitely customize the configuration of your laptop/desktop. The CSUN Campus Store would take payment for your custom order on April 13^th and you would get the additional 8% discount. 

For Details and More Information, view the flyer at: http://www.csun.edu/sites/default/files/Faculty_Staff_Apple_Sale_April_13_2017.pdf

Earth Fair is a one day event held on April 13th from 10am to 3pm. The event educates the CSUN community on local and global environmental issues through vendors, games and more. On and off campus vendors will encourage students to take steps toward a sustainable lifestyle. Earth fair aims to incorporate education, art, music, and sustainable initiatives to bring awareness to the community of CSUN. There will also be a Speaker Series held throughout the day in the USU.

For Details and More Information: http://www.csun.edu/as/events/earth-fair-2017

Time: 1:00 TO 5:00PM

Location: Grand Salon

The College of Engineering and Computer Science presents senior design projects from all of the undergraduate programs in the college. The program includes oral presentations and demonstrations of their hard work coming to life. Be sure to come and support the students as they are judged by a distinguished panel of experts in the industry.  This is one of the many keystone programs on campus that will help you understand and appreciate the quality of a CSUN education, and the determination and caliber of our students.

For Details and More Information: http://www.csun.edu/engineering-computer-science/senior-design-project-showcase

Each month, LifeMatters, our Employee Assistance Program provider, offers webinars free to you and your family/household members. April offers the following webinar: 

Sandwich Generation: Strategies for Multi-Generational Caregiving

Wednesday, April 19, 2017
Two options: 9 a.m. Pacific and Noon Pacific

Content includes: Strategies that may help the Sandwich Generation (those caring for both young and older dependents) be more effective in their dual caregiving roles. 
Register for the live webinars at noon Eastern or 3 p.m. Eastern or please check our WorkLife Balance Webinar archives the month after this live webinar is complete.

LifeMatters Recipe of the Month

LifeMatters has a featured recipe each month. Log in to the website to view how to make Black Bean Tortilla Casserole

LifeMatters App

Download the LifeMatters App for quick and convenient access. Sign in using the password "matadors."

For more information about LifeMatters benefits available to you as a CSUN employee, visit: http://www.csun.edu/benefits/lifematters-eap

Assist guests and students at commencement by showing your CSUN spirit and say farewell to our class of 2017.

Volunteer roles include:

Way Finder/Greeter - Initial point of contact for guests to help navigate them to the venue
Diploma Cover Distributor - Provide students with diploma covers just prior to them walking on stage
Line Management - Guide the graduating students into their seats during the processional
Gate Supervisor - Back-up for ticket scanners who identify persons with invalid tickets and offer suggestions 

There will be a training for these roles on May 11 and 12 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the Thousand Oaks Room in the USU.

If you are interested in volunteering please complete the form here: http://www.csun.edu/commencement/commencement-volunteers-form.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email us at ashley.simmons@csun.edu 

Thank you and go Matadors! 

Graduate and undergraduate students in all media of the visual arts including animation, ceramics, drawing, and etc., will exhibit their work April 7 through 29. There will be an open reception with awards as well as a Gallery Talk for the public.

For Details and More Information: http://www.csun.edu/mike-curb-arts-media-communication/art-galleries/events/annual-juried-art-student-exhibition-0

As we conclude our Faculty and Staff Appreciation Series, join us to end this series with flare as the Women's Softball team takes on Cal Poly SLO's Mustangs. Be sure to take advantage of your free admission and eligibility to bring up to three guests. All taking place at the Matador Diamond!

For Details and More Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/matador-faculty-and-staff-appreciation-series-softball-vs-cal-poly