A pillar outside MSU's Cobb Institue of Archaeology is set against blue sky recently. The institute is a research and service unit of the College of Arts and Sciences. Founded in 1971, it promotes archaeological research and education related to the Middle Eastern origins of western civilization and to the Indians of the South, particularly in Mississippi. PHOTO: Megan Bean | University Relations
Blackjack Road project moves forward
Construction activity is underway for the resurfacing of Blackjack Road. The limits of the construction will be from Locksley Way through the roundabout. This work is scheduled to continue through the end of July. Traffic control measures will be used to allow traffic to continue to pass through this area, but delays should be expected.
New risk assessment workshop on Friday
Effective risk management is an important aspect of managing a safe laboratory. The Office of Regulatory Compliance and Safety at Mississippi State is offering an interactive class this Friday for principal investigators, lab managers, research associates and graduate students designed to provide information on how to conduct a risk assessment and to effectively manage risk in the lab.
No-cost lab safety training session June 13
The Office of Regulatory Compliance and Safety is offering an interactive,
hands-on training course on general laboratory safety. "Introduction to Laboratory Safety" is a three-hour seminar for laboratory users of all experience levels. The next session of the summer takes place June 13.
Sanderson offering Summer Fun 2012 memberships
The Joe Frank Sanderson Center at Mississippi State has a special deal for you this summer. The center's special Summer Fun membership is now available for all faculty and staff. Summer Fun membership rates for adults are $90 per person and $25 for each child -- for the whole summer.
Summer training packages available at Sanderson
Use your free time this summer to kick-start your fitness routine. Let the Sanderson Center help with a discounted Maroon Summer training package that carries you through Aug. 3. Deadline to purchase is this Wednesday.
Get ready for Service DAWGS Day 2012
The Maroon Volunteer Center at Mississippi State details a number of volunteer opportunities for the campus community in its current newsletter, including Service DAWGS Day, Maroon Edition Habitat for Humanity, MVC service coordinator positions, and more.
Policy reminders from University Health Services
University Health Services at Mississippi State reminds the campus community of several important policies for its patients to keep in mind when seeking treatment, parking, refilling a prescription online, and privacy.
The Office of Public Affairs provides Maroon MEMO as a general information
resource for Mississippi State University employees.
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Jim Laird.
