Newsletter - September 8
September 6, 2023
From the desk of the Associate Dean Janice Branch Hall
Please enjoy the insights and updates from the department of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. We are very proud of the accomplishments of this young department. Launching in June of 2021, this department has led a wide range of initiatives making an impact for Pamplin.
Announcements
Faculty Retention Action Request Site: The College of Business is investing in retaining our faculty. Did you know that the university has a formal faculty retention request process? For information on faculty development, retention, recognition, and recruitment see the Faculty Affairs Forms site. Retention Link
Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning: An opportunity to attend workshops designed to foster teaching and learning knowledge. Learn more here: Workshops
AP Faculty Performance Review and Management Process Launch: Pamplin has a new performance management system for the AP Faculty. This new process launched on September 1, 2023. This new review process will provide consistency and structure for our supervisors working with AP Faculty. See HR for details.
Faculty and Staff Meeting Recording from August 25, 2023: Thank you to all who attended the recent faculty and staff meeting hosted by Dean Sarker. The meeting and presentations were a resounding success. For those who were not able to attend, the recording and slide materials can be found here: Fall August 2023 Faculty and Staff Meeting
For Researchers: Collaborating with Virginia Tech’s Investment Institutes. Register for the research development series seminar. In this seminar, you can learn about the specific kinds of research being conducted in each institute and the support, resources, and collaborations that are available to Virginia Tech faculty. Dates: Oct. 19, 1 - 2:30 p.m. For more information: For Researchers
Staff Performance Evaluations are Due: The performance management process is a partnership between the supervisor and the employee. As part of this partnership, performance evaluations are necessary and beneficial, providing supervisors an opportunity to give employees feedback on job performance. The evaluation is intended to be a fair and balanced assessment of an employee's actual performance during the review period. Details Here
Wilkommen German Fulbright Students! A new group of German Fulbright students are back at Virginia Tech and embracing both academic and college life. See the article here: Link
Employee Spotlight
Each employee below has been submitted for this recognition by their colleagues.
Andy Santos, Photographer/Videographer
I'd like to extend a heartfelt shout-out to Andy Santos for his remarkable design contributions to the DC area Pamplin Graduate programs. Andy's exceptional creativity and dedication play a pivotal role in enhancing the overall branding and recognition of our programs. And, due to his great work, we now have video ads featuring our OMBA inaugural graduates! His attention to detail and commitment to excellence are truly commendable, and we're incredibly grateful for his outstanding work, which continues to make a lasting impact. Thank you, Andy, for your invaluable contributions that consistently exceed expectations and contribute to our success.
Blair Allen, System Developer
Shout out to Blair Allen for the creation & update to the Force Add Portal. The BIT department received 1,198 requests for Force Adds. BIT would not have been able process that many requests in such a short time without this new system. Blair Allen has been working in the Pamplin IT Office for the last 7 years. In recent years, he has been focusing on efficiencies within the college processes. Thank you, Blair, for your service to the Pamplin College of Business! To learn more about Blair, check out his bio page: http://pampl.in/blair-allen
Find out more about EMPLOYEE at http://pampl.in/EmployeeOftheWeek
Submit staff and faculty for upcoming issues here: Cheriw@vt.edu
Upcoming Events
Save the Date – Pamplin Tailgate Saturday! September 30th @ Hahn Horticulture Garden. More information is coming soon
Pamplin Birthday Coffee and Bagels: September 13th @ 8:00am in room 1060. Everyone is Invited. (Everyone, even if your birthday does not fall in September) We will have a fun ice breaker game for those that want to participate.
Pamplin Faculty and Staff Town Hall: Mark your calendars for the next faculty and staff meeting on October 27th (8:30 – 11:30) Latham Ballroom.
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration: DEIB is hosting their second-annual Heritage Month Celebration - ¡Unidos! September 19th from 11:00am until 3;00PM in Pamplin 1028. All are welcome!
For more events, check out https://pamplin.vt.edu/events.html
Committee Corner
For a full list of committee and minutes, http://pampl.in/Committees
Extra Items
Hokie Wellness: As we start a new academic year, Hokie Wellness encourages faculty and staff to be aware of the many programs they offer. Hokie Wellness has recently developed a guide with tips to assist employees and students in distress. Take a moment to read about this new guide and program. We can all help build a great culture of support. Hokie Wellness distress Guide
Lost and Found: If you have missed placed and item, please check in the Dean’s reception office location. Pamplin’s lost and found is located in the reception area.
Have a Maintenance Request? Here is how to submit your request: Submit a Maint. Request
IT Updates: A bi-weekly newsletter, packed with vital information about technology. Updates
Did you know?
Trivia about Pamplin and Virginia Tech.
Each edition we will ask a question about Pamplin. This will include trivia questions, historical details, or current events. The answer will be published in the next edition.
Who was the college of business named after and when was it named?