http://news.stanford.edu Latest Staff News news headlines from Stanford University. Copyright (C) Stanford University en-us http://news-service.stanford.edu/images/srdot.gif http://news.stanford.edu http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/amyintro-051408.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/amyintro-051408.html Now in its 18th year, the Amy J. Blue Award honors members of the university staff who are exceptionally dedicated, supportive of their colleagues and passionate about their work. The award's namesake was a much-loved staff member who last served as associate vice president for administrative services and facilities before she died in 1988. Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/nolan-051408.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/nolan-051408.html Mary Nolan first came to Stanford as a gardener in 1996. After a few years, she was promoted to field supervisor. Then just a few years later, she became the grounds supervisor who oversees landscape maintenance for academic areas—in other words, every garden, grove and lawn within the Campus Drive loop. Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/deana-051408.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/deana-051408.html In recognition of her commitment, her devotion to students and administrative expertise, Deana Fabbro-Johnston, one of two associate directors of the interdisciplinary Earth Systems Program, has been named one of this year's Amy Blue Award winners. Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/mary-051408.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/mary-051408.html As the Financial Aid Office's director of funds management, Mary Morrison matches students with scholarship money kept in more than 1,100 accounts of various amounts, each with its own set of requirements for who is eligible. Colleagues cited Morrison's extensive service to Stanford, as well as her many contributions off campus, in nominating her for this year's Amy Blue Award. Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/coltwo-051408.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/coltwo-051408.html The next Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day at the Stanford Bookstore is Wednesday, May 21. Clothing, books and gifts will be marked down by 20 percent, and $50 will be taken off any computer purchase. Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/heat-051408.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/heat-051408.html The National Weather Service has issued an "Excessive Heat Watch" for Wednesday and Thursday, warning that the Bay Area, including the Santa Clara Valley, can expect a dangerous heat wave. Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/test-051408.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/test-051408.html Today, Stanford is conducting a test of its emergency notification system, AlertSU. This afternoon, a test message will be sent to all staff, faculty and students through all contact points listed in Axess and StanfordYou. Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/powwow-051408.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may14/powwow-051408.html American Indian dance exhibitions and contests were held May 9-11 at the 37th Annual Stanford Powwow in Eucalyptus Grove. Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may7/coho-050708.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may7/coho-050708.html Some things are too good to go away. After a nearly yearlong absence, the popular student hangout at Tresidder Union called the CoHo—a typical Stanford truncation for "Coffee House"—will reopen to the campus community in mid-June. Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may7/luncheon-050708.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may7/luncheon-050708.html The Office of Public Affairs, as part of an annual private luncheon being held today, is presenting the 2008 Community Partnership Awards to the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Peninsula, the Eastside School Field Studies class and the Hope House Scholars Program. Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may7/partner-050708.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may7/partner-050708.html On May 1 and 2, about 350 students staff, faculty and alumni volunteered off-campus at many local nonprofit organizations as part of the university’s biennial Community Partnership Program. Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may7/powwow-050708.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may7/powwow-050708.html In keeping with a Mother's Day tradition at Stanford, the largest student-run powwow in the country returns this weekend. Now in its 37th year, the Stanford Powwow is expected to match last year's huge turnout, which filled the Eucalyptus Grove next to the stadium with some 300 dancers and 30,000 attendees overall. Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may7/wellness-050708.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may7/wellness-050708.html Julie Muir, recycling manager for Peninsula Sanitary Service, Inc., and Karin Moriarty, a media specialist for Land and Buildings Operations, chat at the Wellness Fair for faculty and staff, held on May 1 in the Arrillaga Center for Sports and Recreation. Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may7/colone-050708.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/may7/colone-050708.html Bechtel International Center's weeklong celebration started on Saturday, but there's still plenty to check out. The festivities are part of Bechtel's annual International Week, and events scheduled through Sunday at the Capistrano Way center are sure to suit a wide range of interests. Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/april30/test-043008.html http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2008/april30/test-043008.html All faculty and staff must confirm that current contact information is listed in the university's online directory, StanfordYou, before Friday, May 2. This includes office numbers and mobile phones, a Stanford e-mail address and any home or alternate contact information. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT