E-Update – FS

October 10, 2025

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Phishing Scams
Earlier this month, F&S reported that phishing emails are circulating at the U. of I., noting that one about updating your Microsoft 365 account has been particularly ubiquitous. (Review that email here: https://emails.illinois.edu/newsletter/35/573885535.html.) The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is also warning taxpayers about a nationwide text message scam. The message appears to come from state revenue or treasury agencies and fraudulently claims that there is a tax refund that can only be processed if you provide or verify personal banking information. IDOR does NOT ask for banking or personal information in text messages or via other social media; its primary methods of communication are through the USPS or MyTaxIllinois. If in doubt, contact IDOR directly at https://tax.illinois.gov/ or by calling 1-800-732-8866. See the full press release at https://tax.illinois.gov/research/news/new-text-scam-soliciting-banking-information.html.
Noontime Knowledge Special Event
The Diversity and Inclusion Committee invites you to an LGBTQ+ history and culture tour of the Spurlock Museum (600 S. Gregory St., Urbana; meet at the entrance) on Wednesday, October 22, between noon and 1 p.m., in celebration of LGBTQ+ History Month. This in-person event will explore some of the LGBTQ+ objects in the museum’s collection, which come from Champaign-Urbana and around the world. Learn more about the museum and its many exhibits at https://www.spurlock.illinois.edu. Please RSVP to Julie O’Mahoney jao22@illinois.edu, 217-244-0905, by October 21, if you’d like to attend, so a head count can be given to the museum.
CCFD Updates
Abbott Power Plant Charity Lunch for Crisis Nursery
Join a delicious tradition at F&S by ordering a pork sandwich in support of Crisis Nursery, which provides emergency-based childcare to Champaign County, 24/7/365. The annual lunch will take place on Thursday, November 13. Dine in or pick up your meal (pork chop sandwich, potato salad, baked beans, and a cookie) between 11:30 a.m. and 12:45 p.m., at the Abbott North Trailer (1117 S. Oak St., Champaign). Delivery is also available; to do this, please include your name, campus address, and room/office number with your RSVP email. To reserve your lunch, email Robin Royer rroyer@illinois.edu by November 11. Although a donation of $30 is suggested, all contributions are greatly appreciated. Checks may be made payable to Crisis Nursery. This lunch is sponsored through a partnership between F&S and the Kappa Delta Sorority. Learn more about the work Crisis Nursery does at https://crisisnursery.net/.
Make a One-Time Donation
What if you want to make a donation to a CCFD charity, but you can’t or prefer not to use payroll deduction to do that? You can make a donation using the one-time gift pledge form! You can choose to donate to one of the umbrella agencies. Many of these will then also let you designate a specific charity, for example, the largest umbrella agency “America’s Best Charities” has 223 specific charities under their group, including 4-H, ASPCA, Greenpeace, Habitat for Humanity, Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation, Paws 4 Vets, Rainforest Trust, Toys for Tots, Trevor Project, and Water.org. To donate in this manner, Go to https://ccfd.illinois.edu/give/. Toggle the Check header. Click on “one-time gift pledge form” in the first sentence to open the PDF. Fill out the form. Write a check to the umbrella agency (do not make the check payable to CCFD). Mail (USPS or Campus Mail) the form and the check to
Campus Charitable Fund Drive
Office of the Chancellor
501 Swanlund Admin Bldg, MC 304
601 E. John St.
Champaign, IL 61820-5711 To search the agencies, visit https://ccfd.illinois.edu/search-agencies/ and type the name or a category (e.g., dog, children, nature, etc.) into the search bar. Try different synonyms (e.g., pets, kids) if you don’t find what you are looking for on the first search. Together, we make change.

You are invited to participate in a unique training event that is available over four half-day sessions for the first time! It will help you unlock the power of effective dialogue and set you on the path to becoming an even more influential communicator. Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue will take place on October 21, 23, 28, and 30 in Stores & Receiving conference room 1A from 8:30 a.m. to noon each of the four days. Breakfast will be provided.

The training will feature instructor-led sessions with real-time practice and coaching scenarios to help you be better prepared to share your concerns and speak up about workplace issues. Those who attend will enhance their communication skills and transform their interpersonal interactions by discovering how to navigate difficult conversations confidently to achieve positive outcomes. Participants will also learn how to develop skills to communicate effectively during high-stakes situations, listen actively and speak persuasively, and build stronger relationships and foster a collaborative environment.

Supervisor approval should be obtained prior to registration. Space is limited and will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Interested team members are encouraged to sign up by Monday, October 13. Click this link to register: https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/619689723.

For more information or questions, please contact Joseph Meeker, F&S training and development specialist, jlmeeke2@uillinois.edu.

COVID Vaccines
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has issued guidance for the fall respiratory virus season. They are recommending the COVID vaccine for most adults 18 years and older. (See the full press release at https://dph.illinois.gov/resource-center/news/2025/september/release-20250923.html for links to the PDF of the statewide standing order that lists the exceptions for adults and the full recommendations for children from birth through 17.) The standing order allows residents of Illinois to have access to the COVID-19 vaccine at pharmacies and in other clinical settings. The IDPH also said that “federal insurance programs, fully insured plans subject to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and state-regulated insurance programs will cover COVID-19 shots.” Central Management Services, which manages insurance benefits for university employees, also recently stated that COVID vaccines for State of Illinois employees and retirees “are covered at 100% through your doctor or network pharmacy.” You will need to show your health plan card or your CVS Caremark prescription card. If you wish to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, you should note that flu shot clinics for State of Illinois employees and retirees (e.g., McKinley’s campus clinics) do not provide the shot. Please contact your doctor’s office or a pharmacy to schedule an appointment.

Upcoming Conferences, Programs, and Webinars
Ensuring Electrical System Reliability and Safety in Facilities Operations—Wednesday, October 15, noon—This webinar, sponsored by CDM Smith, “will show how proper electrical testing, preventive maintenance, and power system modeling ensure equipment works as designed and critical systems trip when they should.” Learn more or register at https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8817597570276/WN_ERiDAguoS8WEeL-R1LqgQg#/registration.
2025 National Weather Service Annual Winter Partners Webinar—Thursday, October 16, noon—The presentation will include “a brief overview of the Climate Prediction Center’s 2025 Winter Outlook,” as well as a question and answer period. Learn more or register at https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7264827817362028635.
2025 Illinois Green Infrastructure & Erosion Control Conference—Tuesday, October 28, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the I Hotel and Illinois Conference Center, Champaign—Topics for this free conference include “Stormwater Management in a changing Climate,” “Beavers, the Original Ecological Engineer: What Can North America’s Largest Rodent Teach Us about Restoration?” and “From Soil to Supper Plate.” Learn more or register (by October 14) at https://www.ccstormwater.org/2025-conference.html.
Illinois Supervisory Skills Program—begins Thursday, January 15—New or recently appointed supervisors at F&S are invited to apply to participate in the 2026 Illinois Supervisory Skills Program, a semester-long course split over seven sessions (a mix of Zoom and in-person). The program helps “develop self-awareness of management styles and personal biases, practice strategies for resolving conflict, and build confidence in leading others through performance feedback and coaching techniques.” Learn more or apply (by October 27) at https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/1545918359.
CampusEnergy2026—February 17 to 20, 2026—International District Energy Association (IDEA) is hosting this conference in Washington, DC. Receive an early registration discount if you sign up by November 12. Learn more or register at https://www.districtenergy.org/campusenergy2026/registration.
Professional Staff Leadership Academy—begins 2026—This University of Illinois System program is designed to create opportunities for emerging leaders. Topics include university organization, university operations, external relations, leadership and academic theory, management, and professional development. Participants will attend four conference sessions (April, June, September, and November) and receive coaching. Learn more or apply (by October 29) at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/employeedevelopment/PSLA.
Fire Prevention Week
You may have seen recent local headlines about a trash fire that started in a garbage truck when a discarded lithium-ion battery caught fire (e.g., see https://www.wcia.com/news/champaign-county/champaign-firefighters-share-message-after-lithium-ion-battery-starts-fire/). Fortunately, that incident ended safely, but it was a timely reminder that lithium-ion batteries, the focus of this year’s National Fire Prevention Week campaign, need to be treated differently than regular household batteries. In general, when handled correctly, lithium-ion batteries are safe to use. Fires may occur if the battery is damaged; if this happens, the battery may short-circuit and enter a “thermal runaway state,” heating to the point of catching fire. Here are some tips for safe use and disposal: Safe Use Buy only safety-certified products (such as UL, ETL, or CSA). Only use the cord that came with the product to charge it. Charge your device on a hard surface. Do not overcharge! Unplug or remove the battery when it is full. Avoid charging lithium-ion batteries in your home when you cannot monitor the process, especially overnight when you are sleeping. If charging a bigger item, such as an electric bike, make sure it would not block any exits, in case a fire occurs. When traveling by plane, items with lithium-ion batteries (e.g., smartphones, tablets, cameras, etc.) must be completely powered off if placed in checked bags. These items, and any spare lithium-ion batteries (such as a portable phone recharger) must be in accessible carry-on bags if brought on the plane. Safe Disposal Never put old lithium-ion batteries in the garbage. For information on where to properly recycle these in Champaign, go to https://champaignil.gov/public-works/recycling/where-do-i-recycle-it/. For Urbana, visit https://www.urbanail.gov/public-works/page/battery-recycling-drop. For more information on safely using lithium-ion batteries, visit https://www.nfpa.org/events/fire-prevention-week. For details on safely flying with lithium-ion batteries, go to https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/lithium-batteries-baggage.
Ongoing Events
The following activities are recurring:
Upcoming Training Opportunities
F&S training sessions in October include the following: Leading with Empathy and Compassion: Thursday, October 16, at 10 a.m., in Stores & Receiving conference room 1A. This is part of the Leadership Training Series. Data-Driven Insights to Sustainable Transformation—University of Central Florida’s Campus Space Reimagined: Thursday, October 23, at noon, online.
New Team Member Orientation
If you supervise team members, your cooperation in ensuring they attend New Team Member Orientation is appreciated. Sessions are held in person twice a month in Stores Conference Room 1A. The next orientation is on Monday, October 13, at 8 a.m. Find information about these and other opportunities, such as New Team Member Orientation at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/Training. HRDS is always seeking your input on future learning opportunities. If you or your team have a training need, please submit a Facilities & Services Training Request or contact Joseph Meeker, F&S training & development specialist, jlmeeke2@uillinois.edu, 217-300-6568.
Data Survey Participation Requested
Deadline Extended! Each year, the campus requires units to complete a data survey to assess the usage and storage of sensitive data. To participate, go to https://forms.office.com/r/ipF63AWz1H. Please complete the survey by Friday, October 10. Contact Brad Trankina trankina@illinois.edu, 217-300-1384, in Information Technology Services with any questions.
Flu Clinics
Flu shots are now available on campus and in the community. Visit https://mckinley.illinois.edu/flu-shot-information for information about obtaining the shot on campus. Visit https://www.chambanamoms.com/2025/09/09/flu-shots-urbana-champaign/ for a roundup of availability at local clinics (e.g., Carle, Christie) and pharmacies.
When Must You Report a Significant Injury that Occurred on Campus?
Some injuries must be immediately reported to the Illinois Occupational Safety and Health Administration (IL OSHA). These include hospitalizations, amputations, and fatalities. Go to https://fs.illinois.edu/employee-safety-and-health/ and click the Injury Management tab to learn more about which injuries require reporting and how to do so. For questions, contact oshs@illinois.edu, 217-265-9828.
Annual Ethics Training Window Is Open
All team members must participate in annual ethics training. To complete this requirement, go to https://lms.apps.uillinois.edu. The training is expected to take no more than an hour, but it must be finished by 5 p.m. CDT on October 31. For step-by-step login instructions, see the email from the University Ethics and Compliance Office at https://emails.illinois.edu/newsletter/81/689393381.html.
Snippets from F&S, Campus, and the Community
Fighting Illini Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2025 Induction—Eleven new members will join the Illini Athletics Hall of Fame tonight (Friday, October 10). Inductees include former women’s basketball head coach Theresa Grentz, football players Kurt Kittner and Joe Rutgens, softball player Meredith Hackett Kindt, as well as others representing track & field, men’s basketball, swim & dive, and baseball. The nine living inductees are scheduled to attend the free ceremony at 7 p.m. at the State Farm Center (1800 S. First St., Champaign; doors open at 6:30 p.m.) Go to https://fightingillini.com/news/2025/10/7/fighting-illini-athletics-hall-of-fame-class-of-2025-induction-scheduled-for-friday-night-at-state-farm-center.aspx for inductee bios and more information.
Illini Dancesport Invitational—On Saturday, October 11, the university is hosting the 33rd annual competition with dance teams from across the Midwest. The morning session (8 a.m. to noon) features classic ballroom style, and the afternoon session (1 to 5 p.m.) showcases Latin dances. Cheer on wonderful ballroom dancers in Illini Union rooms ABC (1401 W. Green St., Urbana). Admission is free for U. of I. students and children 10 and under; all others pay $5. Learn more at https://publish.illinois.edu/illinidancesportinvitational/.
AMBUCS Scarecrow Festival—Enjoy hayrack rides, barrel train rides, kids’ games, live music, a car show, food, a craft market, and more on Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., in AMBUCS Park (1200 E. University Ave., Urbana). Visit https://www.thegccambucs.org/ for more details.
Wicked & the Wiz—Answer the age-old question “Are you a good witch or a bad witch?” at a “spellbinding Halloween celebration for all ages.” Join the free fun on Saturday, October 11, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., at the Douglass Community Center (512 E. Grove St., Champaign). Activities include a beauty bar, slime potion making station, cauldron toss, broom ball, and more. For more information, go to https://champaignparks.org/event/wicked-the-wiz/.
Dia de las Monarcas (Day of the Monarchs)—Learn about monarch butterfly conservation and the Monarch Tag and Release program at the Miller Park Zoo (1020 S. Morris Ave., Bloomington) on Saturday, October 11, between noon and 2 p.m. Enjoy the monarch program, music, crafts, and face painting with your zoo admission. Visit https://www.visitbn.org/events/dia-de-las-monarcas-day-of-the-monarchs-2/ for additional information.
University Of Illinois Black Chorus Annual Fall Concert—Dr. Ollie Watts Davis and Black Chorus present Thanksgiving, on Sunday, October 12, at 4 p.m., in Smith Recital Hall (805 S. Mathews, Urbana). The concert features sacred music of Black Americans and an invitation to sing along to the vintage favorites portion. Tickets are available at https://go.illinois.edu/BlackChorus.
Save the Date October 22—Noontime Knowledge October 23—All-Employee Expo November 11—Veterans Day November 15—Tailgate Recycling at the Illini vs. Maryland Game Through November 12—Campus Charitable Fund Drive November 27 & 28—Thanksgiving break

October 3, 2025

Click here to see this online   Click here to view a printable .pdf of the E-Update   F&S TEAM MEMBERS (supervisors, please post in your areas)
You are invited to participate in a unique training event that is available over four half-day sessions for the first time! It will help you unlock the power of effective dialogue and set you on the path to becoming an even more influential communicator. Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue will take place on October 21, 23, 28, and 30 in Stores & Receiving conference room 1A from 8:30 a.m. to noon each of the four days. Breakfast will be provided.

The training will feature instructor-led sessions with real-time practice and coaching scenarios to help you be better prepared to share your concerns and speak up about workplace issues. Those who attend will enhance their communication skills and transform their interpersonal interactions by discovering how to navigate difficult conversations confidently to achieve positive outcomes. Participants will also learn how to develop skills to communicate effectively during high-stakes situations, listen actively and speak persuasively, and build stronger relationships and foster a collaborative environment.

Supervisor approval should be obtained prior to registration. Space is limited and will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Interested team members are encouraged to sign up by Monday, October 13. Click this link to register: https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/619689723.

For more information or questions, please contact Joseph Meeker, F&S training and development specialist, jlmeeke2@uillinois.edu.
CCFD Updates
Small Gifts. Big Impact.
People often wonder if a $2 monthly gift really makes a difference. The answer is an unequivocal YES! Just $2 a month can Help someone with intellectual or developmental disabilities live independently.Fill a child’s backpack with school supplies so they feel ready to learn on their first day.Provide a dignity kit with hygiene essentials for a woman in a refugee camp.Train a hearing dog for someone who is deaf or hard of hearing.These are just a few examples of how a small donation can be a huge help to others. Get involved at https://ccfd.illinois.edu/give/.
Abbott Power Plant Charity Lunch
Join a delicious tradition at F&S by ordering a pork sandwich in support of Crisis Nursery. The annual lunch will take place on Thursday, November 13. Dine in or pick up your meal (pork chop sandwich, potato salad, baked beans, and a cookie) between 11:30 a.m. and 12:45 p.m., at the Abbott North Trailer (1117 S. Oak St., Champaign). Delivery is also available; to do this, please include your name, campus address, and room/office number with your RSVP email. To reserve your lunch, email Robin Royer rroyer@illinois.edu by November 11. Although a donation of $30 is suggested, all contributions are greatly appreciated. Checks may be made payable to Crisis Nursery. This lunch is sponsored through a partnership between F&S and the Kappa Delta Sorority. Learn more about the work Crisis Nursery does to provide emergency-based childcare to Champaign County, 24/7/365, at https://crisisnursery.net/.
More Charities to Consider from the Recent CCFD Agency Fair
Courage Connection supports safe, healthy relationships through education and resources. They also offer domestic violence services to the local community, including a 24-hour emergency hotline for those needing help or those looking to help a friend or family member experiencing domestic violence. The hotline is available at 217-384-4390 or toll-free at 877-384-4390. Learn more at https://courageconnection.org/.

DSC (Developmental Services Center) offers comprehensive services to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Champaign and Ford counties. This may take the form of day services, residential services, employment programs, individual and family support, and more. DSC’s program are currently assisting 1,200 participants. Visit https://www.dsc-illinois.org/ for more information.

Prairie Rivers Network aims to protect water, heal land, and inspire change. Recent projects include ongoing advocacy to protect Illinois wetlands, monitor water quality, and regulate coal ash. Last year, they released the results of a six-year study on herbicide drift and its impact on untargeted trees and plants. Learn about these projects and other work Prairie Rivers Network is doing at https://prairierivers.org/.
Did you know that food insecurity affects people (students and university employees alike) on campus?
Wesley Food Pantry can help. They open their public food pantry at Wesley United Methodist Church (1203 W. Green St., Urbana) every Thursday, from 5 to 7 p.m. They have additional weekly hours just for U. of I. students and have a Parkland location for that part of the community as well. Find out more about the pantry or explore how to volunteer at https://wesleypantry.org.You can choose to support one of these or pick one of the other 700+ organizations. To find a charity, visit https://ccfd.illinois.edu/search-agencies/ and type the name or a category (e.g., dog, children, nature, etc.) into the search bar. Try different synonyms (e.g., pets, kids) if you don’t find what you are looking for on the first search. Together, we make change.
When Must You Report a Significant Injury that Occurred on Campus?
Some injuries must be immediately reported to the Illinois Occupational Safety and Health Administration (IL OSHA). These include hospitalizations, amputations, and fatalities. Go to https://fs.illinois.edu/employee-safety-and-health/ and click the Injury Management tab to learn more about which injuries require reporting and how to do so. You can also download a printable poster with this information. This document should be placed in locations where other important employee information is displayed. For questions, contact oshs@illinois.edu, 217-265-9828.
Windows 11 Automated Updates
Beginning Monday, October 6, F&S Information Technology Services (ITS) will start automated overnight upgrades to Windows 11. This initiative prepares F&S for Microsoft’s end of support for Windows 10 in late 2025, ensuring systems remain secure and reliable. If your machine is selected for this upgrade, you’ll receive a notice of the timing for your machine. Most upgrades will occur overnight and take up to four hours; please leave your computer powered on and close all applications before you leave work.After your machine upgrades, you may notice a slightly changed interface (start menu centered, updated icons, etc.), and Windows might perform some background configuration tasks—especially during the first login. Your files, applications, and settings should carry over automatically, but you may want to explore Windows 11’s “Tips” or “Get Started” features for a quick orientation. If you run into any issues or need help adjusting, you can reach ITS via supportdesk.fs.illinois.edu.
Noontime Knowledge Special Event
The Diversity and Inclusion Committee invites you to an LGBTQ+ history and culture tour of the Spurlock Museum (600 S. Gregory St., Urbana) on Wednesday, October 22, between noon and 1 p.m., in celebration of LGBTQ+ History Month. This in-person event will explore some of the LGBTQ+ objects in the museum’s collection (they have more than 50,000 overall, including LGBTQ+ items!), which come from Champaign-Urbana and around the world. Learn more about the museum and its many exhibits at https://www.spurlock.illinois.edu. Please RSVP to Julie O’Mahoney jao22@illinois.edu, 217-244-0905, by October 21, if you’d like to attend, so a head count can be given to the museum.
Illinois Supervisory Skills Program
New or recently appointed supervisors at F&S are invited to apply to participate in the 2026 Illinois Supervisory Skills Program. The program helps “develop self-awareness of management styles and personal biases, practice strategies for resolving conflict, and build confidence in leading others through performance feedback and coaching techniques.” This is a semester-long course split over seven sessions (a mix of Zoom and in-person), beginning Thursday, January 15.  Learn more about the program or apply at https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/1545918359. Applications must be submitted by Monday, October 27. This program is only available to employees with at least a 75%-time appointment. A one-time fee of $250 is required for those selected to participate.
Fall Yard Waste CollectionsChampaign
The city of Champaign is divided into two zones (Orange or Blue) and then further divided into numbered areas (1 to 5). Each area has four pickup dates this fall. Blue 1, for example, has its collection on Mondays, beginning October 13 and continuing every other Monday through December 1. Orange 5 (Fridays) has the latest collection: it begins October 24 and pickup is every other Friday through December 12. To see a map of the zones and a list of the collection dates, visit https://champaignil.gov/2025/09/08/city-announces-fall-yard-waste-collection-dates/. Leaves and other yard material must be at the curb by 6 a.m. It needs to be in paper yard waste bags, or small branches may be bundled with non-metallic twine.
Mahomet
Limb and brush collection is October 6 through 10 and December 1 through 5. Leaf collection begins Monday, October 20, and continues through Wednesday, November 26. There is no pickup on Veterans Day (November 11). Mahomet is also divided into zones, but all zones must have their yard waste within three feet of the curb or street edge prior to 7 a.m. Monday mornings but not more than 7 days prior to pickup. They will not collect bound bundles of brush or limbs and the maximum size of the brush pile is 8 feet x 5 feet x 4 feet. To download the PDF denoting acceptable materials, the schedule, and a map, visit https://www.mahomet-il.gov/documents/residents/landscape-waste-collection-program/573669.
Rantoul
Rantoul will collect brush between October 6 and 10 and again between December 1 and 5. Fall leaf pickup alternates weeks between those north of US 136 (first pickup the week of October 27 to 31) and those south of US 136 (first pickup the week of November 3 to 7). Pickup continues in this manner through December 12. During the last week of pickup (December 15 to 19), both zones will be serviced. Learn more at https://www.myrantoul.com/349/Leaf-Brush-Removal.
Savoy
At this time, Savoy does not provide yard waste recycling. Residents can utilize the Landscape Recycling Center, (1210 E. University Avenue, Urbana). Fees apply, with a minimum of $5.25 charged for one to six bags. For more details, go to https://www.landscaperecyclingcenter.org/disposal.
St. Joseph
Brush and leaf pickup occurs during the first full week of each month. Go to https://stjosephillinois.org/index.asp?SEC=4D67733B-70B0-4BE5-8B1F-02AD38592040 to download PDFs of the guideline pages for both.
Tolono
Brush pickup is the first and third Mondays of the month, ending with the November 17 pickup. The leaf vacuum will operate without a set schedule in the month of November. ONLY leaves are acceptable. Do not mix in sticks or landscape waste (e.g., pumpkins and potted plants) in with the leaves. Visit https://www.tolonoil.us/events/event/village-of-tolono-brush-pick-up/ for more information.
Urbana
Fall leaf collection occurs on your U-Cycle day in the weeks of November 3 to 7, November 17 to 21, and December 1 to 5. Leaves and non-woody plant material should be placed curbside in paper lawn and garden bags before 5 a.m. Urbana will not collect branches or brush in this collection, but these materials may be taken to the Urbana Landscape Recycling Center (1210 E. University Avenue) for a fee. Learn more at https://www.urbanail.gov/public-works/page/fall-2025-leaf-collection-dates.
Annual Ethics Training Window Is Open
All team members must participate in annual ethics training. To complete this requirement, go to https://lms.apps.uillinois.edu. The training is expected to take no more than an hour, but it must be finished by 5 p.m. CDT on October 31. Any team member failing to do so will be considered noncompliant and “subject to corrective action in accordance with established policies and procedures.” Please be sure to set aside time to accomplish this important task. For step-by-step login instructions, see the email from the University Ethics and Compliance Office at https://emails.illinois.edu/newsletter/81/689393381.html.
Ongoing Events
The following activities are recurring:
Upcoming Training Opportunities
F&S training sessions in October include the following:Transforming Higher Education—Practical Applications for Modern Technology and AI in Campus Maintenance: Thursday, October 9, at noon, online.Leading with Empathy and Compassion: Thursday, October 16, at 10 a.m., in Stores & Receiving conference room 1A. This is part of the Leadership Training Series. Data-Driven Insights to Sustainable Transformation—University of Central Florida’s Campus Space Reimagined:Thursday, October 23, at noon, online. A training session on the Grievance Process will also be offered on Thursday, October 9, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Find information about these and other opportunities, such as New Team Member Orientation, and register at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/Training. HRDS is always seeking your input on future learning opportunities. If you or your team have a training need, please submit a Facilities & Services Training Request or contact Joseph Meeker, F&S training & development specialist, jlmeeke2@uillinois.edu, 217-300-6568.
Data Survey Participation Requested
Each year, the campus requires units to complete a data survey to assess the usage and storage of sensitive data. To participate, go to https://forms.office.com/r/ipF63AWz1H. Please complete the survey by Friday, October 3. Contact Brad Trankina trankina@illinois.edu, 217-300-1384 in Information Technology Services with any questions.
Flu Clinics
Flu shots are now available on campus and in the community. Visit https://mckinley.illinois.edu/flu-shot-information for information about obtaining the shot on campus. Visit https://www.chambanamoms.com/2025/09/09/flu-shots-urbana-champaign/ for a roundup of availability at local clinics (e.g., Carle, Christie) and pharmacies.
Snippets from F&S, Campus, and the Community
“Meadowbrook: A History” Walking Tour—Local author Roger Digges will discuss the history of Meadowbrook Park on a free, two-mile walk along the park’s paved paths. Meet at the Garden Pavilion (2808 S. Race St., Urbana) at 10 a.m., Saturday, October 4. To participate (recommended for ages 10+), please sign up at https://www.urbanaparks.org/calendar/events/free-meadowbrook-park-walking-tour or by calling 217-367-1544 by 5 p.m. today.
Beckman STEM Crawl—Interactive activities for both kids and adults abound in downtown Champaign businesses this Saturday, October 4, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. The Beckman Institute is presenting more than a dozen exhibits that look at space, cancer research, insects, sight, sound, the liver, and other interesting topics. After the crawl, at 3 p.m., the Viginia Theatre (203 West Park Avenue, Champaign) and Illinois Public Media are presenting the documentary Observer, in which “filmmaker Ian Cheney embarks on an experiment in which he brings a series of keen-eyed observers—scientists, artists, a hunter—to a range of locations around the world, often without telling them where they are going, and asks them simply to describe what they see.” The first 200 STEM crawl participants will receive free movie tickets. Learn more at https://beckman.illinois.edu/outreach/beckman-stem-crawl.
Vet Med Open House—The free community favorite, Vet Med Open House, is this Sunday, October 5, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., at the College of Veterinary Medicine (2001 S. Lincoln Ave., Urbana). Demonstrations will be given by the farrier (horseshoeing) and service dogs. Exhibits will explore feline medicine, poisonous plants, birds, exotic animal pets, zoo medicine, teddy bear repair, the fitulated cow, diagnostics, and many other fun topics. Food will be available for purchase. For more details, or to download the Vet Med Open House program, visit https://vetmed.illinois.edu/veterinary-students/open-house10/.
Geo Power Hour—Interested in geothermal heating or cooling for your home or business? Geothermal Urbana-Champaign has a bulk purchasingprogram that makes it easier and more affordable. Learn more at the Geo Power Hour on Zoom, on Wednesday, October 8, at 6 p.m. Register to receive the Zoom information at https://www.urbanail.gov/public-works/page/geothermal-urbana-champaign.
Health Series from the Illinois Extension—The Illinois Extension is hosting a webinar series on Wednesdays at noon, between October 8 and November 12. Topics include Nutrition and Caregiving, Protecting Your Heart and Metabolism, Protein, Perceptions of Digital Health Technology, Healthy Mouth/Healthy Body, and How Your Environment Shapes Your Health. Learn more about each topic or register for one or more of the courses at https://registration.extension.illinois.edu/start/community-seminar-series-autumn-health-picks-2025-registration.

Active Transportation Plan Survey—The Champaign-Urbana Urban Area Transportation Study (CUUATS) needs your feedback on walking, biking, and rolling around the area. The survey is available in English, French, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese. Take the anonymous survey at https://ccrpc.gitlab.io/cu-atp/. Please submit responses by October 20.

America Recycles Day at Boneyard Creek—Volunteers are needed to help pick up litter along Boneyard Creek on Saturday, October 25, between 9 and 11 a.m. A free pizza lunch will follow the cleanup. For more information or to sign up, visit https://champaignil.gov/public-works/recycling/america-recycles-day/.

Save the DateOctober 22—Noontime KnowledgeOctober 23—All-Employee ExpoNovember 11—Veterans DayNovember 15—Tailgate Recycling at the Illini vs. Maryland GameThrough November 12—Campus Charitable Fund DriveNovember 27 & 28—Thanksgiving break

        Pats on the Back
Remember to give colleagues a Pat on the Back by sending an email to fscustomerrelations@illinois.edu. Compliment a deserving team member and have your words posted at https://fs.illinois.edu/Employee/pats-on-the-back/.

September 26, 2025

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New INSIDER Stories
If you were asked to cover the pipes carrying hot water in the steam tunnels with a thin metal, would you choose white or gray material? Learn why that choice matters in the new Shop Spotlight: “Insulators Cover It All.” You’ll also learn why some rubber covers get hard and brittle and what insulators are doing about it. Another story discusses “Learning to Drive Right.” F&S offers a free, bus-driving orientation, where university employees can learn to drive the smaller passenger buses used to transport people or goods. Andy Ray, Transportation, gave a recent class and explained some of the rules of the road that drivers may never have needed to think about when driving a smaller vehicle, such as the amount of room needed to bring the bus to a stop, the numerous blind spots on a bigger vehicle, and how to make a “button hook” turn when turning right, which helps you avoid the curb. Readers will also learn how many parking spaces you should plan on if you need to park the bus. To read these INSIDER stories and more, visit https://fs.web.illinois.edu/Insider/.

CCFD Updates Review Your Payroll Deductions
If you are already donating to CCFD charities through payroll deductions, thank you! If you are happy with your current donation(s), you don’t need to do a thing! They will simply roll over and continue in 2026. If you would like to add charities or adjust the amount of your current donation to one or more, go to https://illinois.giving.stratuslive.com/Users/Account/LandingPageOption. Use your NetID and password to sign in. Then follow the prompts to modify an existing gift or start a new gift to another CCFD charity. If you would like to end your contribution to a particular charity, choose to modify your gift and enter 0 (zero) in the dollar amount. Abbott Power Plant Charity Lunch
Join a delicious tradition at F&S by ordering a pork sandwich in support of Crisis Nursery. The annual lunch will take place on Thursday, November 13. Dine in or pick up your meal (pork chop sandwich, potato salad, baked beans, and a cookie) between 11:30 a.m. and 12:45 p.m., at the Abbott North Trailer (1117 S. Oak St., Champaign). Delivery is also available; to do this, please include your name, campus address, and room/office number with your RSVP email. To reserve your lunch, email Robin Royer at rroyer@illinois.edu by November 11. Although a donation of $30 is suggested, all contributions are greatly appreciated. Checks may be made payable to Crisis Nursery. This lunch is sponsored through a partnership between F&S and the Kappa Delta Sorority. Learn more about the work Crisis Nursery does to provide emergency-based childcare to Champaign County, 24/7/365, at https://crisisnursery.net/. More Charities to Consider from the Recent CCFD Agency Fair Daily Bread Soup Kitchen serves the hungry in the community, “regardless of race, religion, or ethnicity.” They offer a hot meal (soup, salad, entree, dessert, and beverages) to over 200 guests each day. Daily Bread Soup Kitchen is entirely volunteer-run, with no paid staff. To learn more or to volunteer, go to https://dailybreadsoupkitchen.com/. Habitat for Humanity (https://cuhabitat.org) provides housing help through home builds for qualified people and through general education. In October, they are offering a free webinar series, open to everyone considering a home purchase, not just through Habitat, called “Homebuying & Homeownership 101.” Topics include Understanding Credit, Getting a Mortgage Loan, Shopping for a Home, and Home Maintenance. Learn more about the series (Tuesdays and Thursdays between 6 and 8 p.m., October 7 through November 4) or register at https://cuhabitat.org/financial-education/. Illinois is the birthplace of the Special Olympics, and Special Olympics Illinois continues to support the “transformative power and joy of sport every day” for people with intellectual disabilities. They offer a sports play program for children aged two to seven, and those at least eight years of age can take part in the Special Olympics in 18 sports. Learn more at https://www.soill.org/.
The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has helped more than half a million minority students graduate from college since its inception in 1944. Currently, UNCF is supporting 50,000 students at more than 1,100 colleges and universities across the nation. Your donation helps with supplies, textbooks, room and board, tuition, and other necessities. Find out more at https://uncf.org/. You can choose to support one of these or pick one of the other 700+ organizations. To find a charity, visit https://ccfd.illinois.edu/search-agencies/ and type the name or a category (e.g., dog, children, nature, etc.) into the search bar. Try different synonyms (e.g., pets, kids) if you don’t find what you are looking for on the first search.

HVAC Cleaning
Tomorrow, Saturday, September 27, sheetmetal workers will perform air handler cleaning and microbial fogging of ductwork at PPSB, between 6 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Team members in the affected areas should cover, put away, or remove any items that may be sensitive to a slight chlorine-based cleaner. The specific spaces undergoing this ventilation service were listed in an all-users email available here: https://emails.illinois.edu/newsletter/65/295650065.html. Please review the list if you will be on site during the work, as these areas must remain unoccupied while the cleaning takes place. For questions, contact the F&S Service Office fsserviceoffice@illinois.edu, 217-333-0340.

F&S Fall Blood Drive:
Now with Afternoon Hours!
If you’ve been wanting to donate blood at F&S, but prefer to wait until after you’ve had your lunch, now is your chance! There are still three time slots available for whole blood donation and four for double red cell. Walk-ins are also welcome, although those with an appointment will receive priority. The fall drive begins at 11 a.m., on Tuesday, September 30, and there are slots available until 3 p.m. Donate blood and receive an email voucher for a $20 gift card! Sign up at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/BloodDrive or by contacting Steve Breitwieser sbreit@illinois.edu, 217-300-2155. Now, your donation can count doubly. Register your donation at the F&S drive (Text DONATE to 222688 (ABBOTT) or go to https://bigten.org/abbott/) and earn a limited-edition Homefield vintage Illini T-shirt while helping the U. of I. in a friendly competition with the other Big Ten schools. The university whose supporters donate the most blood during the competition (ending December 5) will win $1 million to use toward health initiatives. The U. of I. is currently in sixth place. You can also check the standings at the link. Blood donation is always an approved activity with prior supervisory approval. Team members may charge up to one hour to work order {XX-9999} phase 42 Blood Donations.

PPSB Flyer and Sign Policy
If you’d like to advertise an event around F&S, it is possible to hang signs, flyers, or announcements (hereafter referred to collectively as signs) around the common areas of PPSB, with a few caveats: Customer Relations & Communications (CRC) must approve the signs in advance. Signs may only be posted in the PPSB lobby (including the area between the glass doors) if they are pertinent to both external and internal customers. You must hang your signs with a removable adhesive, such as mounting putty. Do NOT use Scotch tape. It damages the walls. Signs may remain up for two weeks. You must remove your signs at the end of the two-week period. Items posted on bulletin boards (e.g., shop boards) are exempt from this policy, but may be subject to different rules. To have your sign approved for hanging, download and submit the CRC Project Request Form from ERIN. You may also download the complete PPSB Signage Policy from the same location: https://fs.illinois.edu/Employee/resources-forms-policies/. Questions about the signage policy may be directed to Malikah Gordon, director of CRC, magordon@illinois.edu, 217-333-2918.

Spill Containment Exercise
F&S, the Division of Public Safety, and the Champaign Fire Department will conduct a spill containment exercise on Tuesday, September 30. The drill will occur between 8 and 10 a.m., beginning with a simulated call to 911. During the exercise, dye will be placed in the storm drains around the National Petascale Computing Facility, near the intersection of South Oak Street and St. Mary’s Road. The dye will then travel to the south along storm sewers and open channels connected to the Embarras River. Multiple response vehicles will track this activity across this part of the campus; the team will also set up a mobile command center.

The exercise is required annually by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and satisfies Abbott Power Plant’s Facility Response Plan requirements. For questions, please contact Compliance Professional Bill Walsh, 217-300-7707.

Illinois Supervisory Skills Program
New or recently appointed supervisors at F&S are invited to apply to participate in the 2026 Illinois Supervisory Skills Program. The program helps “develop self-awareness of management styles and personal biases, practice strategies for resolving conflict, and build confidence in leading others through performance feedback and coaching techniques.” This is a semester-long course split over seven sessions (a mix of Zoom and in-person), beginning Thursday, January 15. Learn more about the program or apply at https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/1545918359. Applications must be submitted by Monday, October 27. This program is only available to employees with at least a 75%-time appointment. A one-time fee of $250 is required for those selected to participate.

Annual Ethics Training Window Opens Next Week
Team Members should receive an email on Wednesday, October 1, from the University of Illinois System’s chief ethics and compliance officer. The email will have the training link and instructions for how to complete this required annual training. The training is expected to take no more than an hour, but it must be finished by October 31. Any team member failing to do so will be considered noncompliant and “subject to corrective action in accordance with established policies and procedures.” Please be sure to set aside time in October to accomplish this important task.

Ongoing Events
The following activities are recurring: Upcoming Training Opportunities
F&S training sessions in October include the following: Transforming Higher Education—Practical Applications for Modern Technology and AI in Campus Maintenance: Thursday, October 9, at noon, online. Leading with Empathy and Compassion: Thursday, October 16, at 10 a.m., in Stores & Receiving conference room 1A. Data-Driven Insights to Sustainable Transformation—UCF’s Campus Space Reimagined: Thursday, October 23, at noon, online. A training session on the Grievance Process will also be offered on Thursday, October 9, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue
If you’ve been interested in this program that helps you become a more effective communicator, but haven’t been able to make the full days fit into your schedule, there’s a new opportunity. Four half-day sessions will be offered in October (Tuesdays, October 21 and 28, and Thursdays, October 23 and 30), from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Continental breakfast will be provided each day. Click this link to register. Registration closes on Tuesday, October 14. Find information about these and other opportunities, such as New Team Member Orientation, and register at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/Training. HRDS is always seeking your input on future learning opportunities. If you or your team have a training need, please submit a Facilities & Services Training Request or contact Joseph Meeker, F&S training & development specialist, jlmeeke2@uillinois.edu, 217-300-6568.
Data Survey Participation Requested
Each year, the campus requires units to complete a data survey to assess the usage and storage of sensitive data. To participate, go to https://forms.office.com/r/ipF63AWz1H. Please complete the survey by Friday, October 3. Contact Brad Trankina trankina@illinois.edu, 217-300-1384 in Information Technology Services with any questions.
Flu Clinics
Flu shots are now available on campus and in the community. Visit https://mckinley.illinois.edu/flu-shot-information for information about obtaining the shot on campus. Visit https://www.chambanamoms.com/2025/09/09/flu-shots-urbana-champaign/ for a roundup of availability at local clinics (e.g., Carle, Christie) and pharmacies.

Snippets from F&S, Campus, and the Community

Touch-a-Truck Day—The Champaign Park District is hosting this free, fun event. Explore fire trucks, police cars, tow trucks, and more at Centennial Park (2200 W. Kirby Ave., Champaign), on Saturday, September 27, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. The first hour will be sensory-friendly with no flashing lights, sirens, or horns. Other activities include inflatables, face painting, bubbles, and food vendors. Go to https://champaignparks.org/event/touch-a-truck/ for more details.
Marching Illini in Concert—Homecoming Week concludes with a rousing concert from the Marching Illini at the State Farm Center (1800 S. First St., Champaign), on Sunday, September 28, at 3 p.m. (doors open at 2). Enjoy traditional favorites, selections from the current season, and other crowd-pleasing tunes. Visit https://music.illinois.edu/about-us/events/live-again-marching-illini-in-concert/ for more information or to buy tickets.
The Transnational History of Sesame Street—Fans of the show Sesame Street can attend a discussion with author Helle Strandgaard Jensen, who will discuss her book Sesame Street: A Transnational History, which looks at Sesame Street in multiple countries and examines its reception, different approaches to childhood and preschool education, and more. The talk will take place at the Center for Children’s Books (Room 212; School of Information Sciences, 501 E. Daniel St., Champaign), on Wednesday, October 1, at noon. Learn more at https://ischool.illinois.edu/news-events/events/2025/10/01/transnational-history-sesame-street.
McKechnie Family LIFE Home Open House—See the latest developments at the university’s smart home, where researchers are innovating solutions for everyday living for people of all ages and abilities. The open house is Tuesday, October 7, from 2 to 5. Please RSVP at https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/79210072, so they know how many people to expect. Learn more at https://lifehome.ahs.illinois.edu/.
Reindeer Games Corn Maze Now Open—Fall is the perfect time to take the family out to a corn maze, and the one at Hardy’s Reindeer Ranch (1356 County Rd. 2900 N., Rantoul) covers a full 10 acres in a design that depicts Santa’s sleigh. There are eight checkpoints in the maze, which you can do during daylight hours or up the challenge by completing it after dark with a flashlight to guide you. Hardy’s also offers reindeer tours, pedal race cars, concessions on weekends, and more. Visit https://www.reindeerranch.com/maze.html for details. Save the Date Through September 27—Illinois Homecoming September 30—F&S Fall Blood Drive October 22—Noontime Knowledge October 23—All-Employee Expo November 11—Veterans Day Through November 12—Campus Charitable Fund Drive November 27 & 28—Thanksgiving break

September 19, 2025

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New Dispatch Available
The latest issue of the Dispatch is now available for your reading pleasure, featuring A look at some F&S summer projects Photos from the Team Member Appreciation Picnic A report on the Rainwater Management Program Recaps on two Noontime Knowledge events: one focused on Disability Pride and one exploring resources from Faculty/Staff Assistance and Well-Being Services that are available to university employees View these and other stories at https://fs.illinois.edu/Employee/dispatch/ or look for copies around F&S. A digital version will also be available on the large West Hallway screen. We’d love to feature your work! Tell us about your latest project or achievement. Photos are also gladly accepted. Customer Relations & Communications will include as many stories and images as possible (suggestions needed by October 10 for the next edition). Email suggestions to fscustomerrelations@illinois.edu.
CCFD Updates Campaign Launch
The Campus Charitable Fund Drive (CCFD) kicked off this week. To get things going, CCFD hosted an Agency Fund Drive with approximately two dozen charities represented. Most of these were local, and each had information about the work they do. Here’s a small sampling: Champaign County Humane Society advocates for our furry pet friends through adoption, welfare, and advancing ideas that help them. In the spring Paw Prints (their magazine), for example, they laid out the pros and cons of a proposed bill in Illinois that would make changes limiting the allowable pet fees landlords can charge renters. https://www.cuhumane.org/ Feeding Our Kids provides “nourishing meals to food insecure school children on weekends and school holidays.” Their brochure explains that 1 in 6 children experience food insecurity in Champaign County. It also notes that a $150 donation feeds a child for the entire school year. https://feedingourkids.org Grand Prairie Friends is a volunteer-driven conservation organization and land trust. Their mission is “to preserve and restore natural communities in east-central Illinois,” as well as promoting “an understanding and appreciation of natural resources.” They offer volunteer opportunities at the eight natural areas they manage. These areas are open to the public, and the Warbler Ridge site is particularly popular for hiking, with more than 11 miles of trails. https://www.grandprairiefriends.org/ RACES (Rape Advocacy, Counseling & Education Services) is a “community-based rape crisis center serving east-central Illinois.” They offer “free, confidential services to anyone who has been affected by sexual assault, abuse or harassment.” They also support a 24/7/365 crisis hotline available at 217-384-4444 (Toll Free: 1-877-236-3727). https://www.cu-races.org/
Uniting Pride (UP) offers social and support groups, a food pantry, education and training, a clothing closet, and more. They also sponsor the Champaign-Urbana Pride Fest (October 18 to 26 this year), which features the Pride Parade, fair, youth and family programs, and more. https://www.unitingpride.org/ You can choose to support one of these or pick one of the other 700+ organizations. To find a charity, visit https://ccfd.illinois.edu/search-agencies/ and type the name or a category (e.g., dog, children, nature, etc.) into the search bar. Try different synonyms (e.g., pets, kids) if you don’t find what you are looking for on the first search. F&S CCFD Unit Leaders
Do you have questions about the CCFD campaign? F&S has people who can help across the organization. Feel free to reach out to any of them. Here are the 2025 unit leaders: Rebecca Bigelow Montez Harris Angel Nieves Allen Cravens Jon Hasselbring Robin Royer Andres Fradkin Kelly Jo Hoffmann Katie Slough Chad Garrett Luke Hooper David Smithenry Don Gerard Stephanie Landess Doni Walker
September Noontime Knowledge
On Wednesday, September 24, the Diversity and Inclusion Committee invites you to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by viewing “American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos.” Join host John Leguizamo “on a journey into the rich and often overlooked history of Latinos.” To join the Noontime Knowledge on Sept. 24 at noon, use this link: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/88131060335?pwd=zR830Sms6uZsmnyyMigP3cWpjvFmhR.1 Alternatively, open Zoom, click “Join a Meeting,” and enter the following meeting ID and password where prompted: Meeting ID: 881 3106 0335
Password: 473329 You can also join by phone at 312-626-6799 or 470-250-9358, using the same meeting number, followed by the pound sign (#), when prompted. If you have questions, please contact Julie O’Mahoney jao22@illinois.edu, 217-244-0905.
F&S Fall Blood Drive:
Now with Afternoon Hours!
If you’ve been wanting to donate blood at F&S, but prefer to wait until after you’ve had your lunch, now is your chance! There are still nine time slots available for whole blood donation and four for double red cell. Sign up for the fall blood drive, which offers afternoon hours on Tuesday, September 30. The drive begins at 11 a.m., and there are slots available until 3 p.m. Donate blood and receive a voucher for a $20 gift card! Sign up at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/BloodDrive or by contacting Steve Breitwieser sbreit@illinois.edu, 217-300-2155. Now, your donation can count doubly. Register your donation at the F&S drive (Text DONATE to 222688 (ABBOTT) or go to https://bigten.org/abbott/) and earn a limited-edition Homefield vintage Illini T-shirt while helping the U. of I. in a friendly competition with the other Big Ten schools. The university whose supporters donate the most blood during the competition (ending December 5) will win $1 million to use toward health initiatives. The U. of I. is currently in sixth place. You can also check the standings at the link. Blood donation is always an approved activity with prior supervisory approval. Team members may charge up to one hour to work order {XX-9999} phase 42 Blood Donations. Abbott Power Plant under Construction on July 24, 1940.
Happy Birthday Abbott Power Plant
Take a moment next Tuesday, September 23, to celebrate 85 years of Abbott Power Plant. Named for William L. Abbott, a former chief operating engineer of Commonwealth Edison who had also served as president of the university’s board of trustees, the plant came online in 1940 with one boiler and a 4,000 KW turbine, and it has been powering the campus ever since. While it was originally coal burning, the plant is now fuel flexible and can utilize natural gas, coal, and fuel oil in its combustion turbines and boilers. Abbott supplies as much as 75 percent of campus’ energy demand. As a cogeneration facility, it can produce both steam and electricity reliably, which is crucial to research. Abbott continues to meet or exceed all Environmental Protection Agency emission standards, and its equipment is designed to reduce its carbon emissions each year. Congratulations to all, past and present, who have kept the plant operational over the past eight and a half decades.
Flu Clinics Begin
Ah, fall! With its changing colors, homecoming, and crisper temperatures, there’s a lot to look forward to. Fall also means flu shot clinics, and many in Champaign-Urbana start next week!
On Campus
McKinley Health Center has flu shots for most university employees. Gather your state-sponsored health plan insurance card and your state ID. Then come to McKinley Health Center, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., or stop by one of the many campus outreach locations, including the following: Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, Lobby, September 22 & 23, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Main Library, Orange Room, September 24 & 25, 2 to 6 p.m. College of Veterinary Medicine, Basic Science Building, Atrium, September 29, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and September 30, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, including a map of the above locations and the locations, times, and dates for October and November clinics, visit https://mckinley.illinois.edu/flu-shot-information. In the Community
Carle and Christie Clinic will again offer flu shots at convenient locations. Carle’s flu clinics will all be held on the second floor of the Windsor location (1818 E. Windsor Rd., Urbana), with dates beginning October 8, 9, and 10, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Christie’s flu clinics at Christie Clinic in Champaign (on Windsor Rd.) are drive-through and include September 25, 5:30 to 7 p.m. September 27, 7 a.m. to noon At Local Pharmacies
CVS, Walgreens, and Costco all offer the flu shot. Chambamamoms.com has more information, including additional dates, times, and locations (e.g., Danville and Mahomet) at https://www.chambanamoms.com/2025/09/09/flu-shots-urbana-champaign/.
2025 Illinois Green Infrastructure & Erosion Control Conference
F&S Associate Vice Chancellor and Executive Director Jeff Angiel will open the 2025 Illinois Green Infrastructure & Erosion Control Conference on Tuesday, October 28. The one-day conference runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the I Hotel and Illinois Conference Center (1900 First St., Champaign), with a site visit to Solo Gratia Farm in Urbana. The conference, presented by the Champaign County Stormwater Partnership, is free and includes sessions on many interesting topics, including “Depaving: The Groundwork for Urban Climate Adaption,” “Beavers: The Original Ecological Engineer,” and “How Local Farms Play a Crucial Role in Food Security.” Registration is open through October 14. To sign up or learn more, visit https://www.ccstormwater.org/.
CU One-to-One Mentoring
If you missed the informational lunches this week about mentoring in Champaign-Urbana schools, but are still interested in volunteering, it’s not too late to sign up. With CU One-to-One, mentors are usually assigned a third grader. (F&S mentors are often at Booker T. Washington STEM Academy in Champaign.) This year, it is also possible to mentor an older child, as there is a waiting list of more than two dozen students at Franklin and Jefferson Middle Schools. Mentoring is an approved event at F&S, and up to an hour a week can be charged. You’ll receive training (see dates and times in image), and mentoring coordinators are always available to help. To volunteer, fill out the form on the CU One-to-One website at https://www.cu1to1.org/.
Ongoing Events
The following activities are recurring: New Leadership Training Series
Human Resources, Diversity, & Strategy (HRDS) is proud to partner with the Illinois Leadership Center to offer a series of new leadership workshops. The first offering in this series, “Leading with Empathy and Compassion,” focuses on balancing empathy with effectiveness through compassionate leadership and will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 16, in Stores & Receiving conference room 1A. Upcoming Sessions
F&S training sessions in September include the following opportunities: Rebuilding TRUST: Tactics for Leading Hard Conversations with Heart: Wednesday, September 24, at 1 p.m., online. From Raw Data to Smart Capital Planning—Optimizing Facility Asset Investments: Thursday, September 25, at noon, online. A Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) training session will be offered in Stores & Receiving conference room 1A from 9 to 11 a.m. on September 25. A training session on the Grievance Process will also be offered on Thursday, October 9, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue
If you’ve been interested in this program that helps you become a more effective communicator, but haven’t been able to make the full days fit into your schedule, there’s a new opportunity. Four half-day sessions will be offered in October (Tuesdays, October 21 and 28, and Thursdays, October 23 and 30), from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Continental breakfast will be provided each day. Click this link to register. Registration closes on Tuesday, October 14. Find information about these and other opportunities, such as New Team Member Orientation, and register at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/Training. HRDS is always seeking your input on future learning opportunities. If you or your team have a training need, please submit a Facilities & Services Training Request or contact Joseph Meeker, F&S training & development specialist, jlmeeke2@uillinois.edu, 217-300-6568.

Data Survey Participation Requested
Each year, the campus requires units to complete a data survey to assess the usage and storage of sensitive data. To participate, go to https://forms.office.com/r/ipF63AWz1H. Please complete the survey by Friday, October 3. Contact Brad Trankina trankina@illinois.edu, 217-300-1384 in Information Technology Services with any questions.
Snippets from F&S, Campus, and the Community Homecoming Events—2025 Illinois Homecoming Week events begin this Sunday, with an Illinois Homecoming Run, and conclude next Sunday, with the Marching Illini in Concert at the State Farm Center. In between, there is a book panel, a film, a talent show, a carnival on the Engineering Quad, the Homecoming Parade and Post-Parade Party (the parade, with grand marshals REO Speedwagon, steps off at 6 p.m. on Friday), the football game (kickoff at 11 a.m. on Saturday), and more. See all the details at https://homecoming.illinois.edu/schedule/. Spooky Season Activities—October is coming quickly, and with it comes a whole ghost of activities to appeal to mummies, zombies, witches, and wizards, of all shapes and sizes. Farmer City is hosting a Haunted Forest. There are pumpkin patches and “paint a pumpkin” events; hayrack rides, s’mores, and a costume contest at Prairie Farm; laser Halloween at the Staerkel Planetarium; book giveaways; and so much more. See the continuously growing list at https://www.chambanamoms.com/2025/08/18/halloween-events-champaign-urbana/. Crop Science Open House—Come out to the Crop Sciences Research and Education Center (4202 S. First St., Champaign), on Saturday, September 20, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., for the Harvest Open House. People of all ages are invited to this interactive experience. There will be fun, hands-on activities, as well as information about scientific advances in agriculture production. Visit https://cropsciences.illinois.edu/news-events/harvest-open-house for more details. The Constitution and Everyday Life—The Main Library Gallery (1408 W. Gregory Dr., Champaign) has an exhibit on the US Constitution that runs through September 30, during regular library hours. It “highlights key rights and freedoms and their relevance for all who are part of campus life.” Learn more at https://calendars.illinois.edu/detail/1546/33532166. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library—People with wee ones can sign their kids up (birth to five) to receive a free age-appropriate book each month from the Imagination Library. Nearly 3,000 children in Champaign County are already participating. Join at https://imaginationlibrary.com/usa/affiliate/ILCHAMPAIGN/?. Use the site to check availability in other Illinois counties. Sustainable Timber—Two events on Sunday, September 21 and Monday, September 22 open to the public will take place to demonstrate and encourage discussion of sustainable timber. On Sunday, a local lumber solar mill demo at the Experimental Forestry Plantation starts at 1 p.m. On Monday, September 22, a lecture on sustainable timber extraction will happen at 6 p.m. at Plym Auditorium. For more information, maps, and parking options, visit: https://go.illinois.edu/SustainableTimber.
Save the Date September 21 to 27—Illinois Homecoming September 30—F&S Fall Blood Drive October 22—Noontime Knowledge October 23—All-Employee Expo November 11—Veterans Day Through November 12—Campus Charitable Fund Drive November 27 & 28—Thanksgiving break

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F&S Fall Blood Drive:
Now with Afternoon Hours!
If you’ve been wanting to donate blood at F&S, but prefer to wait until after you’ve had your lunch, now is your chance! Sign up for the fall blood drive, which offers afternoon hours on Tuesday, September 30. The drive begins at 11 a.m., and there are slots available until 3 p.m. for both whole blood and double red cell. Donate blood and receive a voucher for a $20 gift card! Sign up at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/BloodDrive or by contacting Steve Breitwieser sbreit@illinois.edu, 217-300-2155. Now, your donation can count doubly. Register your donation at the F&S drive (Text DONATE to 222688 (ABBOTT) or go to https://bigten.org/abbott/) and earn a limited-edition Homefield vintage Illini T-shirt while helping the U. of I. in a friendly competition with the other Big Ten schools. The university whose supporters donate the most blood during the competition (ending December 5) will win $1 million to use toward health initiatives. And in case it motivates you to donate at F&S or at another campus drive, the Badgers are currently winning. You can also check the standings at the link. Blood donation is always an approved activity with prior supervisory approval. Team members may charge up to one hour to work order {XX-9999} phase 42 Blood Donations.

Mentoring Recruitment Lunch
Do you enjoy talking with kids? Consider becoming a mentor! CU One-to-One pairs each adult volunteer with a student in third grade or older. Mentors are not responsible for a student’s academic achievements at all. The purpose of mentoring is to provide each student with a trusted adult who listens to them and shows up for them. You may play games, do puzzles, shoot baskets, or just hang out and chat. Mentors, over time, can become friends and confidants to their mentees. Mentors report that watching their students grow and mature over time is very rewarding. One who has been mentoring for several years said, “I love meeting my mentee and enjoying her energy and passion about things. I’m honored she trusts me.” Mentees say that they enjoy having an adult show up for them without an agenda. One noted, “I love being able to have someone who always believes in me and supports me in all my endeavors.” If this sounds like fun, you can be a mentor to a student in the Champaign-Urbana schools. Mentoring is an approved activity at F&S. Learn more about this opportunity at one of two mentoring recruitment lunches at PPSB on Thursday, September 11. Choose either noon or 12:30 p.m. to stop by conference room 128. You’ll enjoy a pizza lunch and a mentoring presentation by Lauren Smith, the community outreach coordinator for CU One-to-One Mentoring. Current mentors will also be on hand to answer questions about why they started mentoring and why they keep going. You can also learn more on the CU One-to-One website at https://www.cu1to1.org/. Questions about the mentoring recruitment lunches may be addressed to Jim Sims jimsims@illinois.edu.

Leave Balance Discrepancies in Mobile Timekeeping
Several team members have noted discrepancies in their leave balances as noted in Mobile Timekeeping. Illinois Human Resources is aware of an issue regarding non-exempt civil service team members, particularly those who experienced a job change during a pay period. Team members are asked to compare their “check stub” balance to their Mobile Timekeeping balance. The former is pulled from Banner. If there is a discrepancy, please report it to your supervisor, who will add your name, badge number, and shop code to the spreadsheet for tracking and reconciling this issue. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Angela Cravens acravens@illinois.edu or Eric Smith eas@illinois.edu in Human Resources, Diversity & Strategy.

Bike to Work Day
Cycling enthusiasts are invited to meet up with other like-minded folk on Wednesday, September 10, to celebrate the 15th annual Bike to Work Day in Champaign County. Stop by a campus welcome station between 7 and 10 a.m. for snacks and drinks. If you register in advance, you can also receive a free T-shirt. There are eight campus welcome stations: Alma Mater Plaza Campus Bike Center Campus Recreation Center East College of Veterinary Medicine – Lot F27 Disability Resources and Educational Services I Hotel and Illinois Conference Center – Intersection of First Street and St. Mary’s Road Orchard Downs Siebel Center for Computer Science – Intersection of Main Street and Mathews Avenue You can also stop by your community location to meet friends and neighbors on your way to work. There are eight additional stations. Champaign: Centennial Park (John St. & Crescent Dr.); Downtown; First Street Trail (north of Windsor Rd. at Carle Orthopedics); and Wolfram Research Rantoul: Downtown Savoy: Recreation Center Urbana: Brookens Center and Downtown For exact locations, visit the 2025 map at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/BikeToWorkLocations. To preregister, go to https://go.fs.illinois.edu/BiketoWorkDay. In case of inclement weather, Bike to Work Day will be postponed until the following day (September 11).

Software Upgrades for My.FS Portal Scheduled
Several my.FS Portal applications will receive both design and look-and-feel enhancements on Tuesday, September 16, including the following: AiM Account Request Division of Responsibility Preventive Maintenance Reports Voucher Work Order Reporting Work Status Communications These changes will improve security and the user experience. The aim is to create a seamless transition by testing the upgrades before the new environment goes live. No significant maintenance downtime for the portal is expected ahead of this transition. Once the push is made, if you still have questions or concerns, please contact the F&S Information Technology Services Support Desk fandssupportdesk@illinois.edu, 217-244-6350, or at https://supportdesk.fs.illinois.edu.

CCFD Agency Fair
If you’ve been with the university for a while, you are aware that the Campus Charitable Fund Drive (CCFD) takes place every fall; it offers staff, faculty, and retirees the opportunity to join together to make a big difference for hundreds of different charities—locally, nationally, and globally. Last year, more than $1.1 million was raised. Illinois’ new chancellor, Charles Isbell Jr., said in a video about the upcoming giving period that he believes “we must be good ancestors.” This means, he explained, “doing things right now that will create a better place for generations to come. We need to create the future that we want our children and their children to live in.” Whatever that hope for the future looks like for you, there is sure to be a charity or agency that supports that dream. In fact, with more than 700 charities to choose from, it may feel a little overwhelming to see where you’d like to throw your support. This year, to help make your choices a little easier, you’re invited to attend the 2025 CCFD Agency Fair to meet with charitable organizations and learn how your donations can make a difference now and in the future. This is a drop-in event on Wednesday, September 17, between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., in Illini Room BC, in the Illini Union. Light refreshments will be served. Learn more and watch Chancellor Isbell’s full video at https://ccfd.illinois.edu/.

It’s Time to Finalize Leave Use
University policy requires that vacation and sick leave usage be reported twice a year in May and August. It is now time to finalize leave usage for Civil Service Exempt and Academic Professional team members in the online Vacation/Sick Leave reporting tool, which may be accessed at https://portal.fs.illinois.edu/. Please note the following deadlines for reporting: Civil Service Exempt Reporting
a. Reporting period: 08/18/24 – 08/30/25
b. Reporting window opens 09/05/25
c. Human Resources, Diversity & Strategy (HRDS) must transmit balances to Banner via the VSL application NO LATER than 09/13/25 Academic Professional Reporting
a. Reporting period: 08/16/24 – 08/15/25
b. Reporting window opens 08/16/25
c. HRDS must transmit balances to Banner via the VSL application NO LATER than 09/07/25 Once you have entered your leave usage and it is approved by your supervisor, click the “Finalize Period” button on the “Submit Days” page (or the “No Time Used” button if you have no leave usage to report). Please work with your supervisor for accurate, timely reporting. Submit all leave usage for this period as applicable (i.e., vacation, sick, floating holiday, parental, bereavement, jury duty, etc.). If you have a designated FMLA event in progress, be sure to specify the appropriate days as such. Only days applicable to the FMLA event should be designated as “FMLA.” If you have any previous reporting periods that have not yet been finalized, please finalize those, as well.

Ongoing Events
The following activities are recurring:
New Leadership Training Series
Human Resources, Diversity, & Strategy (HRDS) is proud to partner with the Illinois Leadership Center to offer a series of new leadership workshops. The first offering in this series, “Leading with Empathy and Compassion,” focuses on balancing empathy with effectiveness through compassionate leadership and will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 16, in Stores & Receiving conference room 1A. Upcoming Sessions in September
F&S training sessions in September include the following opportunities: Strategies to Create the Team Culture You Want & Need: Tuesday, September 9, at 1 p.m., online. How to Successfully Leverage External Resources for Project Success: Thursday, September 11, at noon, online. Avoiding the Hulk Effect: Knowing When Your Superpower Has Become Destructive to Your Team and Career: Tuesday, September 16, at 1 p.m., online. Resolving the Biggest Issue Affecting Leaders: Self-Protective Fears: Thursday, September 18, at 1 p.m., online. Rebuilding TRUST: Tactics for Leading Hard Conversations with Heart: Wednesday, September 24, at 1 p.m., online. From Raw Data to Smart Capital Planning—Optimizing Facility Asset Investments: Thursday, September 25, at noon, online. Performance Partnership Program (PPP) and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) training sessions will be offered in Stores & Receiving conference room 1A from 9 to 11 a.m. on the following Thursdays in September. September 11 – Performance Partnership Program (PPP) September 25 – Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) A training session on the Grievance Process will be also be offered on Thursday, October 9, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Find information about these and other opportunities, such as New Team Member Orientation, and register at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/Training. HRDS is always seeking your input on future learning opportunities. If you or your team have a training need, please submit a Facilities & Services Training Request or contact Joseph Meeker, F&S training & development specialist, jlmeeke2@uillinois.edu, 217-300-6568.
iSEE Congress Event
The Congress is an assembly of the world’s leading scientists, researchers, educators, and activists from different disciplines who focus on global challenges of sustainability, energy generation and conservation, and the environment. This free public event is open to everyone — students, staff, faculty, community members, and beyond. Participants may choose to attend multiple parts of Congress, or just one. Register here: https://isee.illinois.edu/engagement/isee-congress.
Snippets from F&S, Campus, and the Community
Bevier Café—With the motto, “you lunch; we learn,” the student-run restaurant reopens for the fall semester. Located in 208 Bevier Hall (905 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana), its hours for self-service are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch service is Tuesday to Friday on days classes are in session, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy a tasty meal while helping students learn restaurant-related skills. Learn more at https://beviercafe.illinois.edu.

Arcola Broom Corn Festival—Festivities begin today (Friday, September 5) and continue through Sunday. The Broom Palace opens at 5 p.m. tonight, and there will be live music at several locations. Tomorrow’s events include street and food vendors; a Broomcorn Parade at 3 p.m., which features the Lawn Rangers; the Little Sweepers Xtreme Fun Zone; and more. Sunday highlights include a Kiddie Tractor Pull at 11 a.m. Throughout the festival, visitors can enjoy broom making and other hands-on activities. Visit https://www.arcolachamber.com/broomcorn-festival for many more details.
One Week Boutique—If you are outfitting kids (newborn to size 14), need gear or toys/books, or even maternity clothes or furniture, you’ll want to check out the One Week Boutique. Everything is gently used (and checked) before it can be sold at the consignment sale. Fall and winter items are featured at the Leonhard Recreation Center (2307 W. Sangamon Dr., Champaign) this Saturday, Sunday, and Monday (September 6 to 8). Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day, with $2 admission for adults on Saturday (but see the link for a free admission coupon). On Monday, most items are 50 percent off. For more information, go to http://oneweekboutique.com/.
Ellnora 20—The biannual guitar festival is back, with a great lineup of musicians and family-fun activities. The 20th event kicks off tonight and continues through September 6. See the schedule, get tickets, and find a note about parking at the venue, the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts (500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana), at https://krannertcenter.com/ellnora.
13 Things to Do on Campus with Kids—Chambamamoms has a new list of fun ways to explore the university. Check it out at https://www.chambanamoms.com/2025/09/03/university-of-illinois-campus-things-to-do-with-kids/.
Night Market at the Square—Weather permitting, Urbana will host food trucks, artists, musicians, and more on Thursday evenings in September. The fun takes place in the farmers’ market location of the Lincoln Square parking lot (199 E. High St., Urbana). See their Facebook posting for a list of bands and more: https://www.facebook.com/events/1941990316567794/1941990323234460/?active_tab=about.
Save the Date September 10—Bike to Work Day September 11—Mentor Recruitment Lunches September 16—Light the Night Bike Light Giveaway September 17 to November 12—Campus Charitable Fund Drive September 21 to 27—Illinois Homecoming September 30—F&S Fall Blood Drive October 23—All-Employee Expo

August 29, 2025

Team Member Appreciation Picnic
Keep those summer vibes rolling after Labor Day by coming out for the F&S Team Member Appreciation Picnic on Wednesday, September 3. Three picnics will be held under the Chancellor’s tent in Lot 31 to accommodate all shifts: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., 7 to 8:30 p.m., and 2 to 3:30 a.m. (September 4). Please plan on attending during the time slot that corresponds with your work schedule.

Food choices include the following:

Mains: Pulled pork, pulled chicken, beef brisket, or Impossible burgers
Sides: Baked beans, potato salad, pasta salad, coleslaw, and chips, along with a variety of Coke products.
Dessert: Kona Ice Truck or the Moo Mobile

After you eat, relax with colleagues and team up to try your hand at one or more lawn games, including 4-in-a-Row, Bags, and Tumbling Tower.

The appreciation picnic is an F&S-approved event. Day and evening shift team members who attend their respective events will be allotted up to 1½ hours to participate. Use work order {XX-9999}, phase 065, for the time that exceeds your regular lunch hour.

For questions, please contact Doni Walker, associate director of inclusion and organizational development, dewalke@illinois.edu, 217-333-0101.

Bike to Work Day
Cycling enthusiasts are invited to meet up with other like-minded folk on Wednesday, September 10, to celebrate the 15th annual Bike to Work Day in Champaign County. Stop by a campus welcome station between 7 and 10 a.m. for snacks and drinks. If you register in advance, you can also receive a free T-shirt.

There are eight campus welcome stations:

Alma Mater Plaza
Campus Bike Center
Campus Recreation Center East
College of Veterinary Medicine – Lot F27
Disability Resources and Educational Services
I Hotel and Illinois Conference Center – Intersection of First Street and St. Mary’s Road
Orchard Downs
Siebel Center for Computer Science – Intersection of Main Street and Mathews Avenue

You can also stop by your community location to meet friends and neighbors on your way to work. There are eight additional stations.

Champaign: Centennial Park (John St. & Crescent Dr.); Downtown; First Street Trail (north of Windsor Rd. at Carle Orthopedics); and Wolfram Research
Rantoul: Downtown
Savoy: Recreation Center
Urbana: Brookens Center and Downtown

For exact locations, visit the 2025 map at https://tinyurl.com/ms5bp6k7. To preregister, go to https://go.fs.illinois.edu/BiketoWorkDay. In case of inclement weather, Bike to Work Day will be postponed until the following day (September 11).

It’s Time to Finalize Leave Use
University policy requires that vacation and sick leave usage be reported twice a year in May and August. It is now time to finalize leave usage for Civil Service Exempt and Academic Professional team members in the online Vacation/Sick Leave reporting tool, which may be accessed at https://portal.fs.illinois.edu/.

Please note the following deadlines for reporting:

Civil Service Exempt Reporting
a. Reporting period: 08/18/24 – 08/30/25
b. Reporting window opens 09/05/25
c. HRDS must transmit balances to Banner via the VSL application NO LATER than 09/13/25
Academic Professional Reporting
a. Reporting period: 08/16/24 – 08/15/25
b. Reporting window opens 08/16/25
c. HRDS must transmit balances to Banner via the VSL application NO LATER than 09/07/25

Once you have entered your leave usage and it is approved by your supervisor, click the “Finalize Period” button on the “Submit Days” page (or the “No Time Used” button if you have no leave usage to report). Please work with your supervisor for accurate, timely reporting. Submit all leave usage for this period as applicable (i.e., vacation, sick, floating holiday, parental, bereavement, jury duty, etc.). If you have a designated FMLA event in progress, be sure to specify the appropriate days as such. Only days applicable to the FMLA event should be designated as “FMLA.”

If you have any previous reporting periods that have not yet been finalized, please finalize those, as well.

iCount Volunteers Needed
Every fall, the local iRead • iCount program looks for volunteers for the iCount portion of the program, which this year runs from September 29 through December 12. During that period, volunteers will spend an hour a week in a Champaign or Urbana public elementary school (you can choose which school you volunteer at). Many volunteers are needed; while no additional language skills are required, people fluent in Spanish or French are necessary for the dual-language programs.

Applications for the fall iCount program must be submitted by Thursday, September 4. Those submitting an application can choose to participate in iCount, the spring iRead program, or both. Volunteers work with kindergartners and first graders, so no need to worry that your math skills are not high enough to help. The purpose of the program is to “develop and reinforce basic reading and math skills.” The kids benefit from extra attention in a small group setting. All necessary materials are supplied. The only missing ingredient is you!

If you’d like to help the youngest learners, please visit https://www.champaigncounty.org/iread-icount/ to learn more or fill out an application for either Champaign Unit 4 or Urbana District 116. Note that volunteer mentoring activities for local elementary and secondary students (with supervisor approval and not to exceed one hour per week) are an approved event. See the campus policy at https://cam.illinois.edu/policies/hr-12/.

Mentoring Recruitment Lunch
If volunteering to support academics (see above) is not your forte, but you enjoy helping students, consider becoming a mentor! CU One-to-One pairs each adult volunteer with a student in third grade or older. Mentors are not responsible for a student’s academic achievements at all. The purpose of mentoring is to provide each student with a trusted adult who listens to them and shows up for them. You may play games, do puzzles, shoot baskets, or just hang out and chat.

Mentors, over time, can become friends and confidants to their mentees. Mentors report that watching their students grow and mature over time is very rewarding. One who has been mentoring for several years said, “I love meeting my mentee and enjoying her energy and passion about things. I’m honored she trusts me.” Mentees say that they enjoy having an adult show up for them without an agenda. One noted, “I love being able to have someone who always believes in me and supports me in all my endeavors.”

If this sounds like fun, you can be a mentor to a student in the Champaign-Urbana schools. Mentoring is an approved activity at F&S. Learn more about this opportunity at one of two mentoring recruitment lunches at PPSB on Thursday, September 11. Choose either noon or 12:30 p.m. to stop by conference room 128. You’ll enjoy a pizza lunch and a mentoring presentation by Lauren Smith, the community outreach coordinator for CU One-to-One Mentoring. Current mentors will also be on hand to answer questions about why they started mentoring and why they keep going.

You can also learn more on the CU One-to-One website at https://www.cu1to1.org/. Questions about the mentoring recruitment lunches may be addressed to Jim Sims jimsims@illinois.edu.

Upcoming Conferences

NSC Safety Congress & Expo
The National Safety Council’s annual conference for safety professionals is being held in Denver this year, with professional development seminars from September 12 to 14 and 17 to 18. The Congress & Expo portion is from September 15 to 17. The Expo has lined up more than 1,00 exhibitors, along with keynote speakers, and seminars on a variety of topics, including OSHA’s Top 10: The Most Frequently Cited Standards of FY2025 and Safety Is a Shared Responsibility. Learn more at https://congressprogram.nsc.org/.

MAPPA Conference
The Midwest Region of APPA is excited to host its 2025 conference at the historic Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, from September 22 to 24. Join other facilities professionals in learning about operations, space management, leadership, training, technology advances, renewables, and more. This year’s theme is “Brewing Up Success: A Better Future in Facilities.” For the conference schedule or to register, visit https://whova.com/web/nFw3mn-vAku5G9L99jTziG7zzdD38fsCHW6uyYJkF3E%3D/.

Road Closures (and an Opening)

Flyover Ramp Now Open
The new five-story tall flyover ramp connecting westbound I-74 to southbound I-57 opened this week. This is an exciting development in the ongoing project to convert the former cloverleaf-design ramps to safer flyover ones. Construction efforts continue in the area, as work proceeds on the remaining three ramps. Crews are striving to complete this work by the end of the year. See the press release at https://illinois-department-of-transportation.prezly.com/i-5774-milestone-new-flyover-ramp-opens-to-traffic.

Anthony Drive Road Closure Extended
The daytime closure of traffic in both directions on Anthony Drive between Dobbins Drive and Campbell Drive has been extended through Friday, September 26. East- and westbound traffic will continue to be rerouted between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Learn more at https://champaignil.gov/tag/road-closure/.

Football Traffic Closures
Team members are reminded to watch for increased traffic (vehicle and pedestrian) around Memorial Stadium as sports fans arrive to kick off the fall football season today. Street closures in the area begin at noon. See many more details at https://emails.illinois.edu/newsletter/61/260948261.html.

Ongoing Events
The following activities are recurring:

New Leadership Training Series
Human Resources, Diversity, and Strategy (HRDS) is proud to partner with the Illinois Leadership Center to offer a series of new leadership workshops. The first offering in this series, “Leading with Empathy and Compassion,” focuses on balancing empathy with effectiveness through compassionate leadership and will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 16, in Stores & Receiving conference room 1A.

Upcoming Sessions in September
F&S training sessions in September include the following opportunities:

Strategies to Create the Team Culture You Want & Need: Tuesday, September 9, at 1 p.m., online.
How to Successfully Leverage External Resources for Project Success: Thursday, September 11, at noon, online.
Avoiding the Hulk Effect: Knowing When Your Superpower Has Become Destructive to Your Team and Career: Tuesday, September 16, at 1 p.m., online.
Resolving the Biggest Issue Affecting Leaders: Self-Protective Fears: Thursday, September 18, at 1 p.m., online.
Rebuilding TRUST: Tactics for Leading Hard Conversations with Heart: Wednesday, September 24, at 1 p.m., online.
From Raw Data to Smart Capital Planning—Optimizing Facility Asset Investments: Thursday, September 25, at noon, online.

Performance Partnership Program (PPP) and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) training sessions will be offered in Stores & Receiving conference room 1A from 9 to 11 a.m. on the following Thursdays in September.

A training session on the Grievance Process will be offered in Stores 1A on Thursday, October 9, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Find information about these and other opportunities, such as New Team Member Orientation, and register at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/Training.

HRDS is always seeking your input on future learning opportunities. If you or your team have a training need, please submit a Facilities & Services Training Request or contact Joseph Meeker, F&S training & development specialist.

Snippets from F&S, Campus, and the Community

Financial Fitness—Prepare for the financial challenges of retirement with a webinar that covers the most common challenges people face in planning for, and successfully navigating, retirement. The free Zoom event on Thursday, September 4, from noon to 1 p.m., is offered by Prudential Pathways in partnership with the university’s Faculty/Staff Assistance and Well-Being Services.Register at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/FinancialWellness. You could also sign up for a free personalized financial wellness check on Thursday, September 11, at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/financial_wellness_checkup.

Penguin Project—The Champaign Urbana Theatre Company proudly presents Shrek The Musical Jr. The Penguin Project fills each featured role with a young person (ages 11 to 24) with a developmental disability. These young artists are joined on stage with a peer mentor (ages 12 to 24) without disabilities. Paired together throughout the rehearsal and performance process, the Penguin Project brings creative collaboration and a joy of theatre to performers and audience alike. Attend a show at the Urbana High School Theatre (Cobb Auditorium, 1002 S. Race Street, Urbana) tonight (Friday, August 29, at 7 p.m.), tomorrow (Saturday, August 30, at 3 p.m.), or Sunday (August 31, at 3 p.m.). Tickets are available at https://cutc.ludus.com. Learn more about the Penguin Project at https://www.cutheatreco.org/penguin-project.

MVP Mondays—If the Fighting Illini win this weekend, you can parlay that into a 20 percent discount off your purchase at the Illini Union Bookstore on Monday. Just say, “Go Illini!” at the register or type the code GOILLINI online. This promotion will be good every Monday following a U. of I. football win this semester. Some exclusions apply. Learn more at https://www.instagram.com/p/DNvsYiF2iBU/.

Labor Day Parade—The parade steps off at 11 a.m. on Monday, September 1, at the corner of N. Chestnut Street and E. Main Street in downtown Champaign. The route proceeds along N. Walnut Street, E. Chester Street, and N. Neil Street, ending at E. Washington Street. A picnic will follow between noon and 2 p.m. at the Neil Street Plaza. There will be food, magic, bounce houses, music, and other family-friendly activities. The Esquire is offering 10 percent off if you wear a union shirt. More information is available at https://champaigncommunitycoalition.org/event/champaign-afl-cio-central-labor-council-labor-day-parade-and-celebration/.

Illini Union Restaurants—Illini Union restaurants are ready for the fall semester. Eateries include Brien’s Bistro (coming soon), Just Bee Acai, Maize Mexican Grill, Mia Za’s Express, Moo of I, Starbucks, Tai Fusion, and Tropical Smoothie Cafe. See locations, hours, menus, and more at https://union.illinois.edu/food.

August 22, 2025

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Team Member Appreciation Picnic
Mark your calendars! The F&S Team Member Appreciation Picnic will be back under the Chancellor’s tent in Lot 31 on Wednesday, September 3. Three picnics will be held to accommodate all shifts: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., 7 to 8:30 p.m., and 2 to 3:30 a.m. (September 4). Please plan on attending during the time slot that corresponds with your work schedule. Food choices include the following: Mains: Pulled pork, pulled chicken, beef brisket, or Impossible burgers Sides: Baked beans, potato salad, pasta salad, coleslaw, and chips, along with a variety of Coke products. Dessert: Kona Ice Truck or the Moo Mobile After you eat, relax with coworkers and team up to try your hand at one or more lawn games, including 4-in-a-Row, Bags, and Tumbling Tower. The appreciation picnic is an F&S-approved event. Day and evening shift team members who attend their respective events will be allotted up to 1½ hours to participate. Use work order {XX-9999}, phase 065, for the time that exceeds your regular lunch hour. For questions, please contact Doni Walker, associate director of inclusion and organizational development, dewalke@illinois.edu, 217-333-0101.

Jeff Angiel Interview in the News-Gazette
F&S’ Associate Vice Chancellor and Executive Director Jeff Angiel was spotlighted in the “Beyond the Boardroom” series this past weekend. The recurring column interviews local movers and shakers in a Q&A format. The News-Gazette noted that Angiel’s edition was the 294th installment. The Q&A is always a mix of light general questions and ones that delve into the work philosophy of the featured person. Questions for Angiel ranged from the last good book he read (Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer) to what time he wakes up in the morning (the “oddly specific time” of 6:11 a.m.) and from his philosophy on meetings (“purposeful and action-oriented” and to always close “with a summary of the content and any action items that result”) to inquiring about his “one unbreakable rule of the workplace.” To learn what that is and to see the answers to these and more than a dozen additional questions, visit https://www.news-gazette.com/news/local/people/beyond-the-boardroom-ui-facilities-services-jeff-angiel/article_2a477bcc-5470-4ce0-b464-0ed3e10bb730.html.

iCount Volunteers Needed
Every fall, the local iRead • iCount program looks for volunteers for the iCount portion of the program, which this year runs from September 29 through December 12. During that period, volunteers will spend an hour a week in a Champaign or Urbana public elementary school (you can pick which one you volunteer at). Many volunteers are needed; while no additional language skills are required, people fluent in Spanish or French are necessary for the dual-language programs. Applications for the fall iCount program must be submitted by Thursday, September 4. Those submitting an application can choose to participate in iCount, the spring iRead program, or both. Volunteers work with kindergartners and first graders, so no need to worry that your math skills are not high enough to help. The purpose of the program is to “develop and reinforce basic reading and math skills.” The kids benefit from extra attention in a small group setting. All necessary materials are supplied. The only missing ingredient is you! If you’d like to help the youngest learners, please visit https://www.champaigncounty.org/iread-icount/ to learn more or fill out an application for either Champaign Unit 4 or Urbana District 116. Note that volunteer mentoring activities for local elementary and secondary students (with supervisor approval and not to exceed one hour per week) are an approved event. See the campus policy at https://cam.illinois.edu/policies/hr-12/.

Mentoring Recruitment Lunch
If volunteering to support academics (see above) is not your forte, but you enjoy helping students, consider becoming a mentor! CU One-to-One pairs each adult volunteer with a student in third grade or older. Mentors are not responsible for a student’s academic achievements at all. The purpose of mentoring is to provide each student with a trusted adult who listens to them and shows up for them. You may play games, do puzzles, shoot baskets, or just hang out and chat. Mentors, over time, can become friends and confidants to their mentees. Mentors report that watching their students grow and mature over time is very rewarding. One who has been mentoring for several years said, “I love meeting my mentee and enjoying her energy and passion about things. I’m honored she trusts me.” Mentees say that they enjoy having an adult show up for them without an agenda. One noted, “I love being able to have someone who always believes in me and supports me in all my endeavors.” If this sounds like fun, you can be a mentor to a student in the Champaign-Urbana schools. Mentoring is an approved activity at F&S. Learn more about this opportunity at one of two mentoring recruitment lunches at PPSB on Thursday, September 11. Choose either noon or 12:30 p.m. to stop by conference room 128. You’ll enjoy a pizza lunch and a mentoring presentation by Lauren Smith, the community outreach coordinator for CU One-to-One Mentoring. Current mentors will also be on hand to answer questions about why they started mentoring and why they keep going. You can also learn more on the CU One-to-One website at https://www.cu1to1.org/. Questions about the mentoring recruitment lunches may be addressed to Jim Sims jimsims@illinois.edu.

F&S Safety Committee
There’s a new committee at F&S that will convene monthly to discuss safety issues. The committee comprises a representative for each trade, as well as an individual serving in leadership from Building Maintenance & Grounds, Safety & Compliance, Shared Administrative Services, Transportation & Building Services, and Utilities & Energy Services. The current makeup of the committee is as follows: Woody Bagwell Shawn Hadler Rob Roman Jenny Watkins Steve Bainbridge Steve Hahn Cory Roseman Nathan Whalen Stuart DeHaro Travis Molitor Becky Sudduth Dan White Adrian Flowers Jeremy Neighbors Pete Varney Al York Ryan Goulding Ryan Ritter Ryan Waters
F&S team members are invited to bring safety-related concerns to any committee member, who will then bring these concerns to the committee for discussion of the issue and potential solutions. Your participation in making the F&S workspace as safe as possible is greatly appreciated.

Quad Day Approved Closures
A major student gathering event will necessitate closures this weekend. Traffic maps and additional information for the closures are available at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/Closures. When traveling on campus at the start of the semester, please slow down, use caution, and yield to pedestrians. Especially remain aware in areas with street closures or around construction areas. For questions about university-related transportation services and initiatives, contact Transportation Systems Manager Stacey DeLorenzo sdeloren@illinois.edu, 217-300-1750. Quad Day – Sunday, August 24, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Bike racks south of the Natural History Building, adjacent to the Woolly Mammoth sculpture Gregory Drive between Sixth Street and the Morrow Plots crosswalk The parking lot between the Literatures, Cultures and Linguistics Building and Smith Memorial Hall

It’s Time to Finalize Leave Use
University policy requires that vacation and sick leave usage be reported twice a year in May and August. It is now time to finalize leave usage for Civil Service Exempt and Academic Professional team members in the online Vacation/Sick Leave reporting tool, which may be accessed at https://portal.fs.illinois.edu/.
Please note the following deadlines for reporting: Civil Service Exempt Reporting
a. Reporting period: 08/18/24 – 08/30/25
b. Reporting window opens 09/05/25
c. HRDS must transmit balances to Banner via the VSL application NO LATER than 09/13/25 Academic Professional Reporting
a. Reporting period: 08/16/24 – 08/15/25
b. Reporting window opens 08/16/25
c. HRDS must transmit balances to Banner via the VSL application NO LATER than 09/07/25 Once you have entered your leave usage and it is approved by your supervisor, click the “Finalize Period” button on the “Submit Days” page (or the “No Time Used” button if you have no leave usage to report). Please work with your supervisor for accurate, timely reporting. Please submit ALL leave usage for this period as applicable (i.e., vacation, sick, floating holiday, parental, bereavement, jury duty, etc.). If you have a designated FMLA event in progress, be sure to specify the appropriate days as such. Only days applicable to the FMLA event should be designated as “FMLA.” If you have any previous reporting periods that have not yet been finalized, please finalize those, as well. Benefit usage must be reported and finalized promptly, in case there are issues that need to be resolved. Again, Civil Service Exempt reporting must be uploaded to BANNER no later than 09/13/25, and Academic Professional reporting must be uploaded no later than 09/07/25.
Ongoing Events
The following activities are recurring: F&S Training Calendar
The fall training calendar is beginning to fill up with interesting offerings for professional development. Here are a few examples: Coaching for Accountability: Beyond Discipline and Compliance: Wednesday, August 27, at 1 p.m., online. Finding the Holy Grail—The Integration of Capital and Maintenance Datasets: Thursday, September 4, at noon, online. Strategies to Create the Team Culture You Want & Need: Tuesday, September 9, at 1 p.m., online. How to Successfully Leverage External Resources for Project Success: Thursday, September 11, at noon, online. Avoiding the Hulk Effect: Knowing When Your Superpower Has Become Destructive to Your Team and Career: Tuesday, September 16, at 1 p.m., online. Resolving the Biggest Issue Affecting Leaders: Self-Protective Fears: Thursday, September 18, at 1 p.m., online. Rebuilding TRUST: Tactics for Leading Hard Conversations with Heart: Wednesday, September 24, at 1 p.m., online. From Raw Data to Smart Capital Planning—Optimizing Facility Asset Investments: Thursday, September 25, at noon, online. Performance Partnership Program (PPP) and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) training sessions will be offered in Stores & Receiving conference room 1A from 9 to 11 a.m. on the following Thursdays in September. September 11 – Performance Partnership Program (PPP) September 25 – Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) A training session on the Grievance Process will be offered in Stores 1A on Thursday, October 9, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Find information about these and other opportunities, such as New Team Member Orientation, and register at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/Training. Human Resources, Diversity, & Strategy is seeking your input on future learning opportunities. If you or your team have a training need, please submit a Facilities & Services Training Request or contact Joseph Meeker, F&S training & development specialist.

New Information Technology Hub
Technology Services, the university’s information technology unit, has an updated microsite to make asking for IT help and resources easier. The site is easier to navigate. You can request help, review your requests, learn more about what the Enterprise IT Service Catalog has to offer, use the software webstore, and more. You can find the new Illinois Help Center at https://help.uillinois.edu/TDClient/42/UIUC/Home/.

ERIN Now Integrated
ERIN, a long-standing source for F&S “employee resources, information & news,” has now been fully integrated into the F&S external site. The new team member–only site can now be reached at https://fs.illinois.edu. You’ll find the link on the F&S Links pull-down menu or bookmark https://fs.illinois.edu/Employee/Home. You’ll still need to use your NetID and password to access the site. In search results, ERIN pages will be marked with the ERIN logo. Questions about the new ERIN experience may be directed to Travis Tate, assistant director of digital strategy & development, tbtate@illinois.edu, 217-244-0493.

The University Shared Benefits Program ensures eligible employees—who have exhausted all accumulated sick leave and, if applicable, vacation leave—can receive additional leave days when a disability claim is pending with the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). Employees must donate to the pool to receive leave from the pool. Civil Service, faculty, and academic professional employees may be eligible to participate if they meet specific requirements. To learn more or to donate to the pool, please visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/leave/sharedbenefits. Eligibility will be determined after logging in to the online Donation of Leave form.
Snippets from F&S, Campus, and the Community
Dump & Run^® Big Sale—If you’re in the market for gently used household items from the big (e.g., sofas) to the small (e.g., books), you’re in luck this weekend: the University YMCA is hosting its Big Sale at the Stock Pavilion (1402 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Urbana; https://www.universityymca.org/what-we-offer/programs/dump-run). Come out during one of these times: Saturday, August 23, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. ($5 admission; free for U. of I. or Parkland College students) Sunday, August 24, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (free admission for all; $3 bag sale and 1/2 price furniture) Sunday, 2:30 to 3 p.m. (all remaining items free)
The Illiac—A free, fun day of music is planned at Hessell Park (1400 Grandview Drive, Champaign) on Saturday, August 23, from 3 to 9 p.m. Kick off your afternoon with fan favorites The Marching Illini, at 3:30 p.m., and wind up your day with Sinfonia Da Camera at 8 p.m. In between, enjoy Bandoneo Massacre and The Soul Syndicate. Food trucks from Smith Burger, Huaraches Moroleon, Stango Cuisine, La Paloma, Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee, and Kona Ice will be available for sustenance purchases, along with beer and wine sales. Bring your own chairs or blankets for seating. Learn more at https://theilliac.com/.
Wellness On-Demand Library—The University of Illinois System has a collection of quick videos (one to 10 minutes in length) to help you take a break. Try a Box Breathing exercise to help you focus, or choose to Move for Two Minutes, or take a Head-to-Toe Stretch Break. If you’ve been sitting at your desk all day, try the 5-Minute Upper Body Reset, or improve your mood with a Gratitude Meditation. Find these and many others at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/employeedevelopment/sowellness under the On Demand header.
Riggs Sweetcorn Festival—If you’re craving local sweetcorn, come out to Riggs Beer Company (1901 S. High Cross Rd., Urbana) this weekend for fresh-cooked sweet corn and live music. Corn sales support Heritage High School Future Farmers of America (bring some raw ears home to cook later, too). Festivities begin at noon on Saturday, August 23, and the food and music continue until 8 p.m. On Sunday, August 24, food and music run from noon to 7 p.m. See the full schedule of events at https://www.riggsbeer.com/events/sweetcorn-festival/.
Illini Sports Ticket Discount—Faculty and staff can save on season tickets for volleyball and women’s basketball by using the respective links. Two discounted season tickets may be purchased for each sport.
Other Late Summer Festivals—Several other towns in Central Illinois are hosting festivals this weekend. Make a day of it and hit up a couple! Le Roy Fall Fest: https://www.leroy.org/visitors/upcoming-events/event/le-roy-fall-festival-2025 Mahomet Music Festival: https://www.mahometmusicfest.com/schedule-of-activities Ogden Street Fest: https://www.chambanamoms.com/events/ogden-street-fest/ Rantoul Half Century of Progress: https://www.halfcenturyofprogress.com/schedule.html
Save the Date Through August 24—University Housing Move-In August 23 & 24—Dump & Run Big Sale August 25—First Day of Classes September 1—Labor Day (holiday) September 3 & 4—Team Member Appreciation Picnic September 4—iRead • iCount Application Deadline September 10—Bike to Work Day September 11—Mentor Recruitment Lunches September 16—Light the Night Bike Light Giveaway September 30—F&S Fall Blood Drive October 23—2025 All-Employee Expo

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Click here to see this online Click here to view a printable .pdf of the E-Update F&S TEAM MEMBERS (supervisors, please post in your areas)

Continuing construction activities for the Illini Hall replacement project will necessitate multiple adjustments to street and sidewalk closures. Through these efforts, crews are striving to finalize the project’s long-term construction configuration and fencing perimeter before the start of the semester.
John Street Closure Extension
Due to ongoing work to support chilled water, electrical, and fiber relocations on John Street, the road will now be closed to traffic through Friday, August 22—a week later than initially indicated. The sidewalk on the north side of John Street, in front of the construction site, will remain closed throughout the project. Pedestrians will be directed to use the south sidewalk from Wright Street and Sixth Street.
Wright Street Sidewalk Adjustment – East Side Section Reopening
To help provide additional access to the Main Quad during the fall semester, the sidewalk on the east side of Wright Street from Alma Mater Plaza to John Street is now open to pedestrians. However, crews may temporarily hold traffic to help facilitate service vehicle entries and exits to the Altgeld Hall exterior renovation construction site. The original Wright Street lane adjustment and sidewalk closure information is at https://fs.illinois.edu/News/long-term-wright-street-sidewalk-adjustment-and-lane-closure/. New pedestrian traffic patterns include a covered walkway on the west side of Wright Street as a part of the expanded construction site perimeter. All approved campus closures can be viewed at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/Closures.

Noontime Knowledge: Well-Being Services
Did you know that the university offers well-being services to faculty and staff? On Wednesday, August 20, the Diversity and Inclusion Committee is excited to have two guest speakers from Faculty/Staff Assistance and Well-Being Services (FSAWS) to explain what is available to you! Assistant Director Sara Maxwell and Program Assistant Yasmin Ofiana will give a “Well-Being Services Overview,” offering an opportunity to learn about the support for creating and maintaining sustainable, healthy habits. Together, we will Discover the goal and functions of FSAWS Explore the wellness activities, challenges, and programs available to help faculty and staff reach their goals (in all eight dimensions of wellness), including Annual initiatives Semesterly programs Resources and services Additional complimentary wellness engagement opportunities Please bring your questions about these benefits; there will be time to ask them after the presentation. To join the Noontime Knowledge on Wednesday, August 20, at noon, use this link: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/88238969720?pwd=bGFyX4EddI55niQF2P69Af13RbEXsb.1 Alternatively, open Zoom, click “Join a Meeting,” and enter the following meeting ID and password where prompted: Meeting ID: 882 3896 9720
Password: 420337 You can also join by phone at 312-626-6799 or 470-250-9358, using the same meeting number, followed by the pound sign (#), when prompted. If you have questions, please contact Julie O’Mahoney jao22@illinois.edu, 217-244-0905.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection
The latest one-day collection event will take place in the State Farm Center parking lot on Saturday, August 9. Registration is required, and a few time slots are still available at https://hhwevent.simplybook.me/v2/. Sign up to recycle your oil-based paints, pesticides, cleaning products, used motor oil, and more. Only one reservation per household is necessary. Click on “Book Now” above and then select one of the available 15-minute time slots. You will automatically receive a confirmation email and/or text if you complete the registration. Other upcoming events that may also be reachable for team members are: Springfield (September 27) https://www.springfield.il.us/Departments/PublicWorks/PublicWorksDefault.aspx?HouseholdHazardousWaste Bloomington (October 4) https://hhwmclean.as.me/schedule/84e46642

Help Make Streets Safer for All!
Have you noticed specific safety concerns when traveling or have thoughts about the future of street redesign, including bike lanes and pedestrian pathways? The Champaign County Regional Planning Commission (CCPRC) and the Champaign Urbana Urban Area Transportation Study (CUUATS) want to hear from you. Take the new Champaign County urban and rural safety plan survey (https://ccrpc.gitlab.io/ss4a-urban/) by Saturday, August 30, to help them develop strategies to address General traveling conditions in Champaign County Intersections or roadway layouts where safety could be improved Opportunities for incorporating new transportation technologies and infrastructure Perceptions of overall multimodal safety (drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, etc.) Additional community insights and concerns Thanks for helping the CCRPC and CUUATS advocate for improvements that make our streets better for all, including roadways that connect with the University District.

Dump & Run Collection
If you’ve spent some time cleaning out your attic, garage, or basement this summer, and you have accumulated things you no longer need, such as Furniture Kitchen items School and office supplies Lawn and garden items Books Clothing Electronics and small appliances … or similar items Consider donating them to the Dump & Run^® hosted by the University YMCA. Collections are underway at the Stock Pavilion (1402 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Urbana). You can drop your gently used items off between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. weekdays, through Friday, August 15.* If Saturdays work better, you can bring donation items on either August 9 or 16, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Need assistance with larger items? Dump & Run staff can pick up furniture for free between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on either August 9 or 16. The Dump & Run also needs volunteers. Sign up to help or schedule a furniture pickup at https://www.universityymca.org/what-we-offer/programs/dump-run. *If you need a later drop-off time, stop by on the Late Collection Day, Wednesday, August 13, when volunteers will be around until 7 p.m. to help.

Dump & Run is a registered trademark of the University YMCA.
Ongoing Events
The following activities are recurring:
Biannual Crafts & Trades Testing Extended
The enrollment period for testing for the university’s Crafts & Trades positions has been extended. August Openings are available through August 13. Interested people can upload copies of their certifications and licenses, along with a detailed work history. Go to https://humanresources.illinois.edu/bi-annual-testing/ to see the list of available tests. Then click the “View Postings on the Job Board” button at the top to go to the page where clicking the job title will garner more information for that job. Learn about the process online at jobs.illinois.edu or by calling Illinois Human Resources at 217-333-2137.

The fall training calendar is beginning to fill up with interesting offerings for professional development. Here are a few examples: Finding the Holy Grail—The Integration of Capital and Maintenance Datasets: Thursday, September 4, at noon, online. From Raw Data to Smart Capital Planning:
Optimizing Facility Asset Investments: Thursday, September 11, at noon, online. Transforming Higher Education—Practical Applications for Modern Technology and AI in Campus Maintenance: Thursday, October 9, at noon, online.
Performance Partnership Program (PPP) and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) training sessions will be offered in Stores & Receiving conference room 1A from 9 to 11 a.m. on the following Thursdays in September. Thursday, September 11 – Performance Partnership Program (PPP) Thursday, September 25 – Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) A training session on the Grievance Process will be offered in Stores 1A on Thursday, October 9, from 10–11:30 a.m. Register, and find information about these and other opportunities, such as New Team Member Orientation, at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/Training.

New Information Technology Hub
Technology Services, the university’s information technology unit, has an updated microsite to make asking for IT help and resources easier. The site is easier to navigate. You can request help, review your requests, learn more about what the Enterprise IT Service Catalog has to offer, use the software webstore, and more. You can find the new Illinois Help Center at https://help.uillinois.edu/TDClient/42/UIUC/Home/.

ERIN Now Integrated

ERIN, a long-standing source for F&S “employee resources, information & news,” has now been fully integrated into the F&S external site. The new team member–only site can now be reached at https://fs.illinois.edu. You’ll find the link on the F&S Links pull-down menu or bookmark https://fs.illinois.edu/Employee/Home. You’ll still need to use your NetID and password to access the site. In search results, ERIN pages will be marked with the ERIN logo. Questions about the new ERIN experience may be directed to Travis Tate, assistant director of digital strategy & development, tbtate@illinois.edu, 217-244-0493.

The University Shared Benefits Program ensures eligible employees—who have exhausted all accumulated sick leave and, if applicable, vacation leave—can receive additional leave days when a disability claim is pending with the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). Employees must donate to the pool to receive leave from the pool. Civil Service, faculty, and academic professional employees may be eligible to participate if they meet specific requirements. To learn more or to donate to the pool, please visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/leave/sharedbenefits. Eligibility will be determined after logging in to the online Donation of Leave form.

Snippets from F&S, Campus, and the Community Champaign-Urbana Days—The Champaign Park District is hosting this free event in Douglass Park (501 E. Eureka St., Champaign), and the fun lasts all weekend (Hours: Friday, August 8, 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, August 9, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, August 10, 1 to 6 p.m.). There is something for everyone with live music, food, activities for kids, free back-to-school supplies (including backpacks, notebooks, folders, and more; 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, while supplies last), a CU All Stars basketball tournament, inflatables, and other activities. See the full schedule at https://champaignparks.org/event/champaign-urbana-days-cu-days/2025-08-08/.
Shred Day—Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group (1608 Broadmoor Dr., Champaign) is hosting a free shred event on Saturday, August 9, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Securely discard old household papers by bringing them to be shredded at this drive-thru event. Learn more at https://experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events?event=20093.
Urbana School District Community Open House—Unit 116 is hosting an open house at the new Sixth Grade Center (1101 E. University Ave., Urbana), from 6 to 7 p.m. on Monday, August 11. This drop-in event is open to the public; stop by to tour the new building. More details are available here: https://www.facebook.com/USD116/photos/incoming-sixth-grade-students-and-families-mark-your-calendar-for-the-ribbon-cut/1381423327033021/
Creating an Ancestor Sketch—How can you present your family history in an engaging and accessible way? The Urbana Free Library and the Champaign County Genealogical Society invite you to learn about ancestor sketches from professional genealogist Thomas MacEntee. He’ll discuss creating interesting pages with photos, facts, family stories, and more. This free event is available over Zoom on Tuesday, August 12, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Come at 6:30 to socialize with other genealogy enthusiasts. To register or learn more, go to https://urbanafreelibrary.libnet.info/event/13225253.
S’mores and Stars—The Champaign Park District invites you to view the peak night of the annual Perseid meteor shower at Porter Park (2310 S. Rising Rd., Champaign) on Tuesday, August 12, from 8 to 10 p.m. A local astronomer will be on hand to discuss the Perseids. There will also be a bonfire over which to make s’mores, or bring your hot dogs to roast. Visit https://champaignparks.org/event/smores-and-stars/ for more details.
Save the Date Through August 16—Dump & Run^® Collection Period (days and time vary) August 17 to 24—University Housing Move-In August 20—Noontime Knowledge August 23 & 24—Dump & Run Big Sale August 25—First Day of Classes September 1—Labor Day (holiday)

Pats on the Back
Remember to give colleagues a Pat on the Back by sending an email to fscustomerrelations@illinois.edu. Compliment a deserving team member and have your words posted at https://fs.illinois.edu/Employee/pats-on-the-back/.
Katie Slough, Building Services

August 1, 2025

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July 25, 2025

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Cover of the Summer 2025 Quarterly Report

July 18, 2025

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July 11, 2025

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July 3, 2025

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Sticky note on a read background. Text says "To Do: Meet FY25 Deadlines

June 27, 2025

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June 20, 2025

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June 13, 2025

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June 6, 2025

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May 23, 2025

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May 16, 2025

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May 9, 2025

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Persons of Japanese ancestry arrive at the the former Santa Anita race track before being moved inland to relocation centers.

May 2, 2025

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FY26 Benefit Choice - State Employees Group Insurance Program (May 1 - June 2, 2025) Effective July 1, 2025

April 25, 2025

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April 18, 2025

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April 11, 2025

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April 4, 2025

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March 28, 2025

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March 21, 2025

March 14, 2025

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March 7, 2025

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Two-Day Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue Training: April 15 and 17

WASP Elizabeth L. Gardner of Rockford, IL, gets ready to fly a B-26 Marauder

February 28, 2025

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Click here to view a printable .pdf of the E-Update F&S TEAM MEMBERS (supervisors, please post in your areas) Facilities & Services Brand Checklist for Staff

University Branding: Brand Platform Launch
Campus has rolled out its new brand platform and is calling for faculty and staff to adopt and follow brand standards. Chancellor Robert J. Jones explained why this is important: “It is critical that we speak with a unified and consistent voice in all of our messaging and communications. A unified brand elevates us all, showcases our unique university personality, and responsibly stewards our resources.” At F&S, there are many things team members can do to help with this effort. Among these are Updating your email signature if you have not already done so (https://brand.illinois.edu/applying-the-brand/email-signature)Referencing the university correctly (https://brand.illinois.edu/messaging/name-and-boilerplate)Using the university’s colors (https://brand.illinois.edu/visual-identity/color)The full brand platform is available at https://brand.illinois.edu/. Questions may be addressed to Associate Director of Customer Relations & Communications (CRC) Malikah Gordon magordon@illinois.edu, 217-333-9218. University Branding: Illinois-Branded Apparel or Merchandise
Illinois-branded apparel and merchandise designed by an F&S unit must now receive written approval from CRC prior to proceeding with any purchase. This includes anything designed at the F&S division level that features our unit’s name, college name, or wordmark. This applies to items for both internal and external use, such as conference swag, office materials, and any other branded materials.Members of the CRC team are the subject matter experts in this area and can assist with ensuring all designs are in compliance. Please send all pre-approval requests and related inquiries to fscustomerrelations@illinois.edu. A pdf of the approval must accompany all procurement requests entered in my.FS Portal and be attached to any PCard transactions. Thank you for your attention to this matter and for ensuring we stay aligned with campus branding standards. Windows 11 Hero-Bloom logo

Windows 11 Upgrade
Windows 10 will reach its end of life on October 1, 2025. In preparation for this, F&S Information Technology Services (ITS) has been working on a project to update all computers to Windows 11. Over the past year, 20 percent of our computers have been replaced as part of the normal refresh process and are already running Windows 11. In April, ITS will start the next phase of the project. Team members will be contacted individually before their PC is updated to Windows 11. In some cases, it may be necessary to replace PCs instead of updating them. ITS will be updating 400 computers over the next seven months. User support may be unable to accommodate some refresh requests during this time. This update is essential to ensure our systems remain secure, efficient, and up to date with the latest technology. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the ITS Support Desk fandssupportdesk@illinois.edu, 217-244-6350, or at https://supportdesk.fs.illinois.edu. Image of the new additional step screen for multifactor authentication

Image of the new additional step screen for multifactor authentication

Update to Duo Look and Feel
Beginning Monday, March 10, team members who are asked to authenticate themselves on university websites via Duo will notice an additional screen when logging into campus resources. The new screen will note that verification is required and that you will be redirected to Duo (see image at right). You’ll need to click the Continue button to proceed. Once you do that, you’ll sign in via Duo in the usual way. Learn more about this multifactor verification update at https://cybersecurity.illinois.edu/. Athletico at F&S March Schedule
Now with afternoon availability! Athletico’s Industrial Wellness Specialist (IWS) can help assess your aches, pains, stiffness, and the like that are associated with sprains, strains, and other minor ergonomic injuries. IWSs can then address these with heat, ice, massage, taping, stretching or light exercise, and similar remedies that will help promote blood flow and healing.Tuesdays
Thursdays
March 4, 7 to 10 a.m., room 127b
March 6, 7 to 10 a.m., room 127b
March 11, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., room 127
March 13, 7 to 10 a.m., room 127b
March 18, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., room 127b
March 20, 7 to 10 a.m., room 127b
March 25, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., room 127
March 27, 7 to 10 a.m., room 127b

The program is free, so drop by PPSB to feel and move better after communicating with your supervisor. Remember: these services are only meant to help with minor problems. If you have a major injury, please seek prompt medical care. Questions may be addressed to Occupational Safety and Health Coordinator Ben Kuhlman kuhlmanb@illinois.edu. Orange and Blue logo

Orange and Blue Week
Between Monday, March 3, and Sunday, March 9, the U. of I. is highlighting several crowdfunding projects across campus, including the Bike at Illinois (https://go.fs.illinois.edu/BikeCrowdfunding) initiative that F&S sponsors. The goal of Bike at Illinois is “to promote bicycling on campus and throughout the community as a safe, sustainable, inexpensive, and healthy mode of transport.” Your donation will help support the implementation of the 2024 Campus Bicycle Master Plan. To learn more about Orange and Blue Week, see all the crowdsourced causes that can be supported, or to make a donation, visit https://payment.giving.illinois.edu/orange-and-blue-week-2025. Spring Conference OpportunitiesIllinois Chief Engineers & Facility Managers:This conference will take place at the I Hotel and Conference Center (1900 S. First St., Champaign) on Thursday, March 6, and Friday, March 7. Learn about efficient and sustainable operations of buildings, including the latest technologies and applications; hear from keynote speakers; and join roundtable discussions. A variety of topics will be covered, including energy conservation, solar, sustainability, monitoring and data analytics, construction design and delivery, and more. See the schedule and register at https://publish.illinois.edu/chiefengineers/registration/.

ILAPPA: This conference is Wednesday, March 12, and Thursday, March 13, at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. The conference is preceded by a Toolkit, March 9 through 11. Registration is now open for “2025: Down the Rabbit Hole” at https://ilappa.appa.org/2025-conference-supervisor-toolkit-2/.

APPA Spring Conference: Early-bird pricing is available through March 7. This conference is April 9 through 11 in New Orleans. It has four tracks: Reimagining Campus Space, Capital Planning, Talent Recruiting and Retention, and Technology as a Catalyst, with many workshops and presentations offered in each category. Learn more at https://www.appa.org/professional-development/2025-appa-spring-conference/.

Iowa-Illinois Safety Council (IISC): The 72nd Annual Professional Development Conference & Expo is Tuesday, April 22, through Thursday, April 24, in Coralville, Iowa. Two- and three-day registration options are available. Two-day registration offers various environmental health and safety topic breakout sessions on April 23 and 24. Three-day registration includes a morning technical session on behavior design and an afternoon technical session on active threat preparedness on April 22. IISC is part of our campus National Safety Council membership. Learn more at https://www.iisc.org/training/pdc.

University of Illinois Web Conference: This 25th edition of the conference is Thursday, April 3, and Friday, April 4. Held virtually, it “brings together web professionals from all corners of the online space.” Learn more at https://webcon.illinois.edu/. Green recycling logo, where one of the arrows is in the shape of a leaf

Spring Leaf Collection
Several area towns have announced their spring yard waste collection dates:Champaign—Champaign residents will have two opportunities to put out yard waste this spring: Orange Zone pickups are April 7 and May 12; Blue Zone pickups are April 14 and May 19. All four dates are Mondays, and yard waste should be out by 6 a.m. Learn more at https://champaignil.gov/public-works/find-a-service/yard-waste/.Mahomet—Leaf and limb collection begins the week of April 7; it is followed by a week of leaf-only collection (no pickup on the 18th, as that is a village holiday). Click on the Landscape Waste link at https://www.mahomet-il.gov/ to download the pdf with all the details. Rantoul—Rantoul’s spring leaf collection period is March 17 to 21). They also offer monthly brush pickup. For more information, visit https://www.village.rantoul.il.us/349/Leaf-Brush-Removal.Urbana—Urbana residents should put out their yard waste on their U-Cycle collection day during the week of April 7 to 11. Note this is the only collection week in Urbana. See https://www.urbanail.gov/public-works/page/spring-leaf-collection for the particulars.The Landscape Recycling Center also remains an option for Champaign County residents: https://www.landscaperecyclingcenter.org/disposal.       Ongoing Events
The following activities are recurring:F&S Training Calendar
The New Team Member Orientation dates have been added to the F&S Training Calendar. Information about these sessions is available at https://go.fs.illinois.edu/Training. FMLA and PPP training opportunities are available on new dates, as well.

Upcoming training opportunities for supervisory staff: Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) – Tuesday, March 4, 9 to 11 a.m. in Central Receiving Building conference room 1APerformance Partnership Program (PPP) – Thursday, March 6, 1 to 3 p.m. in Central Receiving Building conference room 1AThe calendar has links to other training resources that you can explore at any time, such as the LinkedIn Learning Library and Fast-3 Training. Remember to check it regularly for updates! Questions may be addressed to Training and Development Specialist Joseph Meeker jlmeeke2@uillinois.edu, 217-300-6568.Text 9-1-1 is now available in Champaign County. To report an emergency via text, make 9-1-1 the receiver in the To section of the text message. Then include the location of the emergency and the type of help needed in the text message. Use clear, concise language without abbreviations, emoticons, or emojis. Be prepared to answer questions or follow instructions. Remember to silence your phone if a message alert could jeopardize your safety. To learn more about Text 9-1-1, visit https://www.metcad911.org/text/default.html.

988 is the number to call for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Help is available in English and Spanish, 24 hours a day. Please go to https://988lifeline.org/ for other ways to connect (text, chat, for the Deaf/HoH, etc.).

If you prefer to connect with a crisis counselor who focuses solely on supporting the LGBTQ+ community, The Trevor Project also offers 24/7 crisis counselors. Help is available through call (1-866-488-7386), chat (https://chat.trvr.org), or text (SMS:678678). Learn more at https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/. The Trans Hotline (1-877-565-8860; oprime el #2 para conectarte con operadorxs que hablan español) is also available Monday through Friday. Learn more at https://translifeline.org/hotline/.       Snippets from F&S, Campus, and the CommunityClassics Summer Camps—If you have a kid (age 8 to 11) who is obsessed with Percy Jackson, Annabeth Chase, Jason Grace, or other Rick Riordan characters, or one who just loves Greek and Roman myths, the university’s Department of Classics has the perfect summer camp opportunity. Registration is now open for multiple sessions of Meet the Greeks and Meet the Romans. Kids will learn about the ancient gods, heroes, and monsters, as well as how ordinary kids lived in those eras. Older kids (14 to 16) can apply for the counselor in training program. Learn more at https://classics.illinois.edu/academics/summer-camps.

Downtown Champaign Survey—The City of Champaign would like to know your ideas for downtown. Do you have thoughts on public spaces, parking, or more? City and county residents, students, business owners, and downtown visitors are invited to participate at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/downtownchampaignplan. The nine-question survey is available in both English and Spanish.
Monarch & Pollinator Fair—Saturday, March 1, 1 to 4 p.m., McKinley Foundation (main lobby), 410 E. Daniel St., Champaign—Butterfly enthusiasts will enjoy this free family-friendly event with face painting, crafts, story times, science activities, games, seed bombs, and more. For more details, visit https://mckinleycu.org/green-team-events/.

CU Day of Fitness—Saturday, March 1, 1 to 5 p.m., Martens Center, 1515 N. Market St., Champaign—The Champaign Park District is sponsoring this fun opportunity to take free classes, such as table tennis, a family fitness class, line dancing, and more. See times at https://www.chambanamoms.com/events/champaign-urbana-day-of-fitness-at-the-martens-center/.

Nick Offerman Japan House Fundraiser—Nick Offerman, fan favorite and university alum, is once again supporting Japan House. Join him for a Japanese bento lunch and his humorous reflections, as well as a chance to have a book signed. The event is Saturday, March 8, from 11 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Tickets must be purchased by March 5. More information is available at https://web.cvent.com/event/b0a5f397-4487-4a4b-96af-27a795fe48b1/summary.       Save the DateMarch 6 and 7—Illinois Chief Engineers & Facility Managers ConferenceMarch 15 to 23—Spring BreakMarch 26—Noontime KnowledgeApril 1—Consolidated Election

Pats on the Back
Remember to give colleagues a Pat on the Back by sending an email to fscustomerrelations@illinois.edu. Compliment a deserving co-worker and have your words posted at https://go.illinois.edu/POBs.
Tom Pagel, Building Services

February 21, 2025

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