Finance and Administration News
Employee Leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
As part of our commitment to keeping the faculty and staff of Ohio University informed, University Human Resources is pleased to share this pertinent update regarding the new Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA).
Shred-It Pickup during COVID-19
Shred-It will continue to pickup confidential shredding during the COVID-19 period but by appointment only. Normally, Shred-It has scheduled pickup days with most departments. However, due to a large number of offices and buildings being closed or having limited access during this time, Shred-It was often unable to to pickup the bins. Scheduled pickups have been placed on hold until the end of May, at which point we will re-evaluate the situation. Once the University is back to normal operations, Shred-It pick-ups will resume as previously scheduled. Departments will only be billed for pickups as they occur.
Collaboration Tools, Teaching & Learning Technologies, and Device Support IT advisory communities seek members and campus input
In light of all that is happening with OHIO’s move to online instruction and remote work, it’s more important than ever that OIT continues to engage the University community in evolving and advancing technology services. To that end, two new IT advisory communities will launch in the month of April: Collaboration Tools and Computer & Device Support. Additionally, we will continue moving forward with the Teaching & Learning Technologies community that launched in February.
Building Biodiversity: Acid Mine drainage kills biodiversity in Hocking River
Rust-colored sludge fills the streams of Southeast Ohio as acid mine drainage from abandoned coal mines continues to pollute tributaries of the Hocking River, destroying local aquatic habitats.
Local food connections abound in Athens
A push for local products has connected local farmers and businesses with the Athens and Ohio University communities in southeastern Ohio.
Changes to JET and the JET Template
Multiple changes are being implemented for the JET application and the JET template. These will be implemented Monday evening and will go into effect beginning Tuesday, March 24, 2020.
Everyone will need to download and use the new template starting on Tuesday morning. They will also need to be aware of and implement, if necessary, the changes listed below:
OHIO employess critical to mission whether working remotely or on campus
We write today to remind you that until further notice, only staff whose work is deemed critical to current operations are to report to work on campus.
Student employee supervisors asked to contact spring semester student workers to arrange remote work
As we continue to navigate the evolving global pandemic, Ohio University is committed to supporting our students and easing the stress of the transition to what is our current reality.
IT Security tips for digital spring cleaning
Most of us are so looking forward to spring! While it might be easy to see the need to purge and tidy up, realizing the need to also digitally declutter isn’t so apparent. Follow these tips from SANS to get your virtual house in order.
Microsoft login page gets new background image
In early April, Microsoft will start using a new background image for their sign-in screens. This is a cosmetic change only. The actual login process will not change.