Written by Karen E. Mosier - Reprinted with permission - Originally printed in CARA Connection Newsletter Vol 4 Issue 1 Nov 2016 Appreciation is a fundamental human need. Employees flourish when their work is valued, their satisfaction and productivity rises and they are motivated to improve their good work. Appreciation can be shown to colleagues in many ways as outlined… Continue reading
Do you check your pay stubs each time you get paid? I am thinking that you might be among the majority if you do not. Members should be getting into the habit of checking their pay stubs with each pay period. Mistakes do happen and it is important for them to be caught early so as to not delay any… Continue reading
Written by Karen E. Mosier Nate McKenzie has a Diploma in Electric Systems Engineering Technology from Saskatchewan Polytechnic (formerly known as SIAST). He has worked on campus for 13 years. Nate leads the team that handles audio visual classroom support campus wide - to every building on campus except for Innovation Place. This involves coordinating phone calls, remote trouble shooting,… Continue reading
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Written by Karen E. Mosier Jennifer Lutzko has a certificate in Special Events Coordination Management from Lakeland College. She has worked at the University of Saskatchewan for 4 years and has over 21 years’ experience in the hospitality industry. Her primary role is to work with both internal and external groups to provide guidance and act as the main point… Continue reading
Welcome Back! Welcome to a new academic term. As we settle into the routines of fall, we would like to welcome our newest ASPA members and welcome back our returning ones. I hope that you were able to enjoy some time away from work over the lovely summer months. The ASPA Executive team will be meeting monthly over the coming… Continue reading
Written by Karen E. Mosier Darwin Roy has a Bachelor of Education Degree and a Masters in Educational Administration, both from the University of Saskatchewan. He started his position as Executive Director on March 13, 2018. His portfolio is to represent the University of Saskatchewan to ensure strong, positive, mutually beneficial relationships and community presence that enhances the University’s reputation,… Continue reading
Written by Karen E. Mosier, ASPA Communications Committee Odili Obi has a BA in Economics from the University of Saskatchewan and a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Regina. He has worked at the University of Saskatchewan for 5 1/2 years. Odili is the Waste Prevention Coordinator in the Office of Sustainability. He is in charge of managing the… Continue reading
Written by Peter Krebs, Research Committee Lunchtime ASPA Lunch and Learns (ASPA L&L's) sessions can be a useful vehicle for ASPA to bring ASPA members together, to become informed about various elements of their employment at the University, and to discuss such matters in a group based interactive format. In ASPA L&L's, we explore and interpret details of important elements… Continue reading
By Karen E. Mosier - Reprinted with permission. Original printed in CARA Connection Newsletter Vol 5 Issue 6 Nov 2017 Over the years I have had many different jobs. Some positions were more exciting and dynamic than others. But regardless of my job description, I love going home with a feeling of satisfaction for all the things that I have… Continue reading