Welcome Stephanie Rhee!

social work, Stephanie Rhee-1Starting today, August 21, 2017, Stephanie Rhee is a new Assistant Professor in Social Work.  She was the Assistant Professor at Youngstown State University, Ohio, from 2014-2017 and a Medical Social Worker at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Ohio, between 2005 and 2014.

Stephanie earned her Ph.D. in Social Work from The University of Kentucky, her M.S.S.A. at Case Western Reserve University, and her M.A. in Medical Anthropology at Case Western Reserve University.  She also has an M.A. in English Literature from Korea University and a B.A. in English Literature from Seoul Women’s University.

She is involved in aging studies, conducted research on Korean immigrant elders residing in non-Korean ethnic enclaves, and participated in a collaborative research project called VIBE (Valley Initiative to Promote Balance Among the Elderly) in Youngstown areas.  She is a member of the National Association of Social Works and Gerontological Society of America.

Stephanie enjoys playing golf and reading.  She is married and has three “cute” pets.  She is from La Crosse, Wisconsin.

Welcome, Stephanie!

Welcome Terrance Mapes!

social work, Terrance Mapes-1Terrance Mapes was hired on August 21, 2017, as a Lecturer in Social Work.  He has been a practicing Social Worker since 1988.  Prior to joining UW-Green Bay, he worked for Riverside Psychiatric Group for 15 years.

Terrance earned his BSW from UW-Green Bay and his MSSW from UW-Madison.  He is active in the community with politics, activism, and music.  He also enjoys personal fitness, art, and travel.

Terrance is married with adult children and is from Green Bay.

Welcome, Terrance!

Welcome Mark Norfleet!

CST, Mark Norfleet, NAS, Natural and Applied Sciences-2Mark Norfleet was hired on August 21, 2017, as an Assistant Professor in Mathematics for the Department of Natural & Applied Sciences.  Mark earned his Ph.D. in Mathematics from The University of Texas at Austin, his M.S. in Mathematics from The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and his B.S. in Mathematics from Kansas State University.

Mark spent the past two years as a visiting Assistant Professor at Emory University.  He plays the double bass and enjoys playing jazz and classical music.  He also enjoys finding symmetries in nature and art, since it brings to life many aspects of his mathematical research.

Mark is from Wichita, Kansas.

Welcome, Mark!

Volunteer Opportunity: AseraCare Hospice

Asera Care Hospice

 

 

AseraCare Hospice is looking for volunteers to help with their patients. They provide amazing hospice services to our surrounding area. One of the awesome options they give their patients besides the nursing care is the ability to have a volunteer come spend time with them. The volunteers are able to provide companionship, emotional support, vigil support, pet companionship and bereavement support. They are looking for caring souls in the area that would like to volunteer with AseraCare.

The volunteers do require qualifications before they go see the patients and if you’re interested you can go to www.aseracare.com to fill out an application or email Alison Holbrook, Volunteer Coordinator, at Alison.holbrook@aseracare.com to learn more! Phone number for their office is 920-497-4672 and they are located in Bellevue near the Brown County Sheriff’s Office.

HVAC Specialist

Under the general supervision of the Building and Grounds Superintendent, the primary responsibilities of this position include the performance of HVAC preventative maintenance and repair work. This includes inspecting, maintaining, repairing, performing preventative maintenance, and assisting with minor installations of HVAC projects. This position will also maintain the campus energy power generators, above ground fuel storage tanks, and vacuum pumps.

For more information and full position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please apply by Monday, September 4, 2017.

Congratulations Laura Rowell!

Laura Rowell-11Starting August 21, 2017, Laura Rowell will transition into the ongoing position of Director in the Dietetic Internship Department.  She has been working on campus in several different roles, including Lecturer, Instructional Program Manager II, and Teaching Supervisor since August 2013.

Laura has an MBA from Cardinal Stritch University and a Bachelors in Dietetics from Mount Mary University.  She is an active Life Church member and Xperience Fitness Instructor.

Laura has a husband Andy and 3 boys ages 8, 5, and 3.  She is from Lena, Wisconsin.

Congratulations, Laura!

Megan Noltner joins Human Resources team

The Human Resources Office is pleased to announce that Megan Noltner will be joining our team on Monday, August 21st in a temporary appointment as a Payroll & Benefits Specialist this fall while Kimberly Sipiorski is on maternity leave.  Megan will assist with advising employees on their benefits during the Annual Benefits Enrollment period, processing payroll, and will help with other human resource related projects.  Megan earned her bachelor degree from UW-Stout and has over three years of human resources experience.  Her most recent position was an Assistant Director of Human Resources for Marcus Hotels & Resorts in Milwaukee.  Megan and her family recently relocated back home, and we are excited that she will be joining our team.  Please join us in welcoming Megan to UW-Green Bay!

If you have any payroll or benefits questions, please continue to contact us at payrollandbenefits@uwgb.edu or ext. 2390.

 

Assistant Professor – Mechanical Engineering Technology

The department of Natural and Applied Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay seeks applicants for a tenure-track position in Mechanical Engineering Technology.

This position includes the following responsibilities:

  • Lead course and curriculum development and collaborate with participating NEW North institutions in the start-up phase of a new mechanical engineering technology program.
  • Teach lower and upper-level courses in mechanical engineering technology.
  • Develop a strong research program involving collaboration with students and faculty.
  • Advise students.
  • Perform scholarly activities consistent with rank.
  • Perform institutional service and contribute to the ongoing programmatic development of the  department.

In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to a demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship, commitment to undergraduate education, and possess communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to work with a diverse array of program partners.

For more information and full position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please apply by Thursday, October 5, 2017.

September Wellness Webinar: Make Mealtime Family Time

MealtimeSometimes it’s hard to gather for a sit-down meal. But family meals can teach your kids health lessons that will stick with them for years to come. And, if you don’t have kids, it can help strengthen your relationship with your spouse/partner or another friend. This webinar will provide you with tips and ideas for making mealtime fun and even help persuade those picky eaters.

Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2017

Time: 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Location: Cofrin Library, 7th floor, room 735

No need to RSVP – just mark your calendar to join us, and bring your lunch!

You could also participate in this webinar at your workstation if you prefer – please visit wellwisconsin.staywell.com and go to Webinars to register.

Wellness webinars highlighting various health and well-being topics will take place the 3rd Wednesday of each month. All webinars will be recorded and available to Well Wisconsin Program participants on the wellness portal after the event date.

To access the wellness portal, you must be an employee, retiree, or enrolled spouse/domestic partner enrolled in the State of Wisconsin or Wisconsin Public Employers Group Health Insurance Program.