Volume 8, #82

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Volunteers Needed for International Conference, July 25 to July 29

Clayton State University will host an international conference from July 25 to July 29 on the specialized and inter-linked disciplines of Behavioral Economics and Economic Psychology.  Greeters or hosts are needed. Students, faculty and staff are invited to assist regardless of major or field of study. In return, it could be a great learning and networking opportunity. Volunteers will need to dress in business attire, and some of the responsibilities will include escorting participants to meeting locations, manning registration/sign-in tables, and hooking up laptops for presentations.

A meeting for volunteers is scheduled for Monday, July 22, at 11 a.m., in the College of Business Conference Room – T-236.

Volunteers are needed for any portion of the following days/times Friday, July 26—all day, Saturday, July 27—morning, and Sunday, July 28—all day.

The Conference Daily Schedule is available at the website listed below to assist you in selecting the times your schedule will permit you to volunteer.

Volunteers are welcome to attend any of the lecture sessions, hear the plenary speakers, the musical program at Spivey Hall and a Stand-Up Economist, Dr. Yoram Bauman. Your registration fee will be waived and seats are first come-first served.

For more information, please go to the website:  http://www.clayton.edu/2013-sabe-iarep-icabeep-conference.

If you decide you want to take advantage of this opportunity, please contact Mary Gladin marygladin@mail.clayton.edu.

This Week

TAP Applications for Fall 2013 Open Until July 15 The Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) application acceptance status is now open for the fall 2013 semester. Please forward your completed and signed System Wide TAP Applications to the Clayton State Department of Human Resources. The application submission deadlines are July 15, 2013 for fall semester, Nov. 15 for spring semester, and Apr. 15 for summer semester. For more information on TAP eligibility, policy, and procedures or for a list of all USG/BOR institutions please click on the corresponding link below:             Clayton State University Tuition Assistance Program             USG Tuition Assistance Program             Frequently Asked Questions             USG Institutions by Name Candidates for Director of University Health Services Presentations, July 15 and July 16 Five candidates who will be visiting Clayton State on July 10 to July 12 and July 15 and July 16 to interview for the director of University Health Services position. Each candidate will give a 15-20 minute presentation regarding their “Vision for University Health Services at Clayton State University for 2014 and Beyond.” If your schedule permits and you are interested in participating in this process, join us. Please share this information with your staff and feel free to invite fellow colleagues. All presentations will start at 11 a.m., and will take place in the SAC Ballroom A except for Tuesday (noted below). Monday, July 15 – Sandra Severe (Hialeah, Fla.) 11 a.m. Presentation SAC Ballroom A Tuesday, July 16 – Vanessa Brown (Columbia, S.C.) 11 a.m. Presentation SAC Ballroom A

Upcoming

Clayton State SBDC Offers GrowSmart Series for Small Business Owners, Starting July 23 In a special series of five classes targeted to small business owners who are ready for growth, the Clayton State University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering GrowSmart at Dolce Atlanta-Peachtree, located at 201 Aberdeen Pkwy., in Peachtree City. Starting on July 23 and running through Aug. 19, GrowSmart gives the small business owner tools and strategies to reach their goals. At a cost of $895 per person, 25 small business owners/managers will attend the GrowSmart series in Peachtree City for 2013, and there are a limited number of $500 scholarships for those who apply early. The program is designed for leaders of companies with: at least two years of successful operation; annual revenues of $200,000 or more; the opportunity and desire to grow; and the opportunity to make lasting contacts. The 35 hours of class time cover all areas of business operation. Among the highlights are: evaluating your business, competition, and target markets; hands-on, interactive program promoting sharing of best practices; expert speakers adding insights to the topic of the day; step-by-step development of company strategies for growth; and, combined with long term one-on-one consulting with SBDC professionals, attendees will learn to apply course principles and build a business for today's challenging times. Each daily class runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Tuesday, July 23 class is “Planning for Growth,” Tuesday, July 30, “Marketing Research & Planning,” Tuesday, Aug. 6, “Leadership & Management,” Tuesday, Aug. 13, “Financial Analysis & Tools,” and Monday, Aug. 19, “Operations & Implementation.” To apply, go to https://www.georgiasbdc.org/subpage.aspx?cart=2a1f2262-3fb6-4c52-aa09-0e9af558427f&page_name=smartApplication&type=growsmart&city=morrow. SABE/IAREP/ICABEEP 2013 Conference — Bringing Economics and Psychology Together in the Wake of the Financial Crisis — Open to all Clayton State Faculty, Staff and Students The co-chairs of the above conference, Reza Kheirandish, associate professor of Economics at Clayton State, and Shabnam Mousavi, assistant professor of Finance at Johns Hopkins University, are opening the conference sessions and events to all Clayton State faculty, staff, and students, on first come, first serve basis, as long as there are available seats. “We want our Clayton State community to benefit from this unique event that is happening on our campus,” says Kheirandish. Go to the conference website at http://www.clayton.edu/2013-sabe-iarep-icabeep-conference for more information about the scope of the conference and the conference schedule.

The Society for the Advancement of Behavioral Economics (SABE), the International Association for Research in Economics & Psychology (IAREP), and the International Confederation for the Advancement of Behavioral Economics and Economic Psychology (ICABEEP) international interdisciplinary conference will run from July 25 to July 29. This conference is the largest gathering of scholars with interest in Economic Psychology and Behavioral Economics.

PLENARY SPEAKERS:

James Cox – Director, Experimental Economics Center, Georgia State University:

Theory and Experiment for Homo Reciprocans

Glenn Harrison – Director, Center for the Economic Analysis of Risk, Georgia State University:

Behavioral Econometrics: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly

David Laibson – Harvard University (Kahneman Lecturer):

How to Design a Commitment Contract

Amnon Rapoport – University of Arizona (SABE Lecturer):

Behavioral Traffic Flow in Congestible Networks Eighth Annual New Student Convocation Scheduled for Aug. 9 Clayton State University’s Eighth Annual New Student Convocation is scheduled to take place on Friday, Aug. 9, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in Spivey Hall. This year’s keynote address will be provided by Clayton State’s president, Dr. Thomas Hynes, Jr. The ceremony’s purpose is to inspire, motivate and formally welcome new students into the university community. Clayton State faculty and staff who participate in the procession portion of the ceremony are kindly requested to wear their academic regalia. Last year’s ceremony had its largest attendance for new students, faculty and staff. Additional information will be forthcoming in Laker Lines regarding the RSVP process and ceremony details. If you have questions regarding the ceremony, please contact Celena Milner at (678) 466-5443; Office of Orientation & New Student Programs, Student Center, Room 218. Save the Date — Alumni Association Achievement Awards Dinner, Sept. 26 Clayton State University Alumni Association presents the Alumni Achievement Awards Dinner, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2013, honoring; Distinguished Alumnus, Recent Graduate Alumnus, Outstanding “Future” Alumnus. To nominate an individual, go to http://www.myschoolcast.com/UserFiles/Docs/3353/Alumni-Achivement-Award-Nomination-Packet.pdf. All nomination forms and supporting documents must be submitted to the Clayton State University Alumni Association office by July 26, 2013.

Announcements

Clayton State Notaries Public From a survey taken earlier this year in Laker Lines; Wanda Davis-Bender (Academic Affairs), Amy Albrecht (FYARC), Vicky Smith (CoB), Nancy Franco (CIMS), Dana Brown (Development), Sherree Buchanon (Humanities), Nikia Yallah (HR) and Keevia Jackson (HR) are all notaries.

The Loch Shop Adds New Assistant Director, Jessica Hall

The Loch Shop has a new staff member, Assistant Director Jessica Hall, formerly of Macon State and then Middle Georgia State College.  She will be handling all of The Loch Shop’s course materials and faculty adoptions.

A former manager of the Macon State College Bookstore, Hall has worked in the college industry since 2000, and brings a wealth of experience and skills to her new position. Prior to working at Macon State, she was in management at B. Dalton Booksellers for three years.

Changes to Travel Policy Effective July 1 There are some important changes to State rules regarding travel effective July 1, 2013. In order to comply with these new requirements, this notification will provide a quick snapshot of the changes and how they may impact our business practices. Please note that this notification includes information in summary and that the detailed policies and procedures are contained on the Clayton State University (updates pending), University System of Georgia, and the Department of Administrative Services websites. Travel Policy Amendments: ·         Employees must submit all expenses for reimbursement and reconciliation within 10 days of trip completion or no later than 45 calendar days. IRS guidelines require reimbursement within 60 days. If the reimbursement does not occur within the 60 days the advances and expense reimbursements are included in the employee’s taxable income. (Section D of the State Travel Policy) ·         Out of State per diem meal rates no longer include the $5 incidental expense. Incidentals such as fees and tips reimbursed separately. (Section 4.1 of the State Travel Policy) ·         The State of Georgia Certificate of Exemption of Local Hotel/Motel Excise Tax form has been updated on the SAO website to assist travelers in gaining compliance with this law. (Section 3.3 of the State Travel Policy)  (http://sao.georgia.gov/online-booking-tool) ·         Employees are allowed 75% of the meal per diem for overnight travel on the day of departure and the day of return. If a meal is provided on the day of departure or return the total per diem must be reduced by the individual meal per diem before the 75% is calculated. (Section 4.4 of the State Travel Policy)

Total Meal per diem for day	$     28.00
Traveler receives Lunch on Day of arrival	-           7.00
Total Before 75% Proration	21.00
Total Reimbursed	$     15.75

·         Employees who travel more than 50 miles AND are away for 12 hours (not overnight) are entitled to 100% per diem meal reimbursement. (Section 4.5 of the State Travel Policy) ·         Additional clarification has been provided on mileage reimbursements and determining the employees primary work station. We can assist individuals that require help determining their primary work station. (Section Appendix A of the State Travel Policy) ·         Additional clarification has been provided on reimbursement for meals and incidentals during international travel. (Appendix B of the State Travel Policy) Statewide Travel Policy: http://sao.georgia.gov/sites/sao.georgia.gov/files/related_files/site_page/SOG_%20Statewide_Travel_%20Policy_061313.pdf. We will provide additional training in the coming months regarding the changes to the State’s requirements and our business practices. AFAA Group Exercise (GX): The Practical Way™ Workshop & Primary Group Exercise Instructor Certification Want to be a Group X Instructor? The Department of Recreation & Wellness will host AFAA’s Group Exercise (GX): The Practical Way™ Workshop on Saturday, Aug. 3, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Primary Group Exercise Instructor Certification on Sunday, Aug. 4, also from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., in the SAC Fitness Center Studio B. The Group Exercise Workshop is designed to prepare uncertified instructors to take the Group Exercise Certification and to refresh current instructors on their teaching skills. The Primary Group Exercise Instructor Certification will allow aspiring instructors to become certified to teach Group Exercise and includes both practical and written assessments. These two events are open to anyone. The Practical Way™ Workshop cost is $179 and the Primary Group Exercise Instructor Certification cost is $299. For more information visit http://www.clayton.edu/recwell/fitnesscenter/groupexercise or contact Lisa Williamson, assistant director of Recreation & Wellness (Fitness & Wellness), at lisawilliamson@clayton.edu. Insanity & PiYo Instructor Certifications The Department of Recreation & Wellness will host Beachbody’s Insanity® instructor certification on Saturday, Aug.10, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and PiYo instructor training on Sunday, Aug. 11, also from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the SAC Fitness Center Studio B. Insanity's high-intensity activity forces the body to work for longer periods of time at a higher capacity than traditional workouts. As a result, people experience faster increases in cardiovascular fitness, and burn carbohydrates and fat more efficiently — as much as 1,000 calories per hour! If yoga makes you yawn, Piyo will make you strong! Be a yoga rebel with PiYo Strength®. It's a unique core-strengthening workout inspired by yoga and Pilates. With upbeat music and a constant flow of moves, it's a rhythmic, dynamic, and intense workout designed to build strength and flexibility. Both programs are open to everyone. The cost for Insanity® instructor certification is $249, and the cost for Piyo instructor training is $189. For more information visit http://www.clayton.edu/recwell/fitnesscenter/groupexercise or contact Lisa Williamson, assistant director of Recreation & Wellness (Fitness & Wellness), at lisawilliamson@clayton.edu. A Time for Grilling The Loch Shop’s most recent promo is now up on www.ishoplochshop.com. And what might that be? Glad you asked. Since the Summer Grilling Season is well underway, The Loch Shop is featuring a "Summer Grilling" promo with 10 percent off of everything under the “Tailgating” category; everything from chairs to aprons to tents to coolers. The Summer Grilling promo is valid until July 30, 2013. Go to www.claytonstategear.com. Apple MacBook Discounts Through The Loch Shop The Loch Shop has a deal in place for any Clayton State student, faculty or staff member to get educational discount pricing on Apple MacBook computers through the following website… http://www.ishoplochshop.com/site_apple.asp? For more information on the MacBook Pro, go to http://education.apple.com/images/MBPro_DM_700px_AoC_1X_FINAL.jpg. Leadership Development in USG Gets a Boost Through Executive Education Aspiring leaders and professionals within the University System of Georgia now have a new avenue to develop additional skills and expertise. Starting this September, a number of USG employees who have previously participated in the USG’s Executive Leadership Institute will be identified and provided additional and more rigorous professional development through the USG Accelerated Leadership Academy. The USG Office of Human Resources Organizational Development, working with select programs and schools at USG institutions, developed the new program. The program exclusively targets USG Executive Leadership Institute (ELI) Scholars. The Executive Leadership Institute is the flagship System-wide program developed in 2009 to prepare participants for advancement. The ALA will provide learning forums customized for leadership in higher education, executive coaching, career planning, and projects. Program participants will have the opportunity to learn from instructors in four of the University System’s premier executive programs: the J. Mack Robinson College of Business at Georgia State University, the Scheller College of Business at the Georgia Institute of Technology, the Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University, and the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia. “The purpose of the Accelerated Leadership Academy is to build a leadership culture by providing the next level of formal development for high-potential leaders in the University System,” said Tina Woodard, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Organizational Development. “This concentrated development effort is focused on a small number of leaders to prepare them for more demanding responsibilities.” USG employees who are interested in learning more about the USG’s Executive Leadership Institute or the USG Accelerated Leadership Academy and how to participate should contact Woodard at tina.woodard@usg.edu.