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Sept. 23, 2021

Contents

  • College Updates
    • No-appointment-needed COVID-19 Vaccinations at Campuses
    • Music Students Play ‘Live in the Library’ at West Campus
    • Make Sure Your Unit’s COVID-19 Info Is Current
    • Survey of Entering Student Engagement (SENSE) Underway
    • Downtown Campus Library Fall Book Sale Oct. 12-14
    • Like, Comment and Share Pima Social Media Posts
    • Full-Time Faculty Sabbatical Proposals Due Oct. 18
    • Work Study Supervisor Training Through October
    • Pima Employment Opportunities for Internal Candidates
    • Submit Employee, Student Stories for Web, Social Media
    • Pima Arts News
  • Employee Wellness
    • Sign Up for Virtual Workshops and Challenges
    • Employee Wellness Resources and Program Info

College Updates

No-appointment-needed COVID-19 Vaccinations at Campuses
Pima County Health Department is partnering with the College to offer free, no-appointment-needed vaccination clinics for the community at five campuses. A second series of clinics is planned three weeks later so you can get your second shot. The vaccinations are open to the public, but Pima employees and students are encouraged to participate. The first round of vaccinations are:

  • Desert Vista Campus: Sept. 27, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • East Campus: Sept. 28, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
  • Downtown Campus: Sept. 29, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
  • Northwest Campus: Sept. 30, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
  • West Campus: Oct. 4, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

For more information, go to pima.edu/getvaxxed.

Music Students Play ‘Live in the Library’ at West Campus
Enjoy “Live in the Library” performances by Pima guitar students at the West Campus Library entrance landing two days next week 4-4:30 p.m., today and 1-1:30 p.m., Sept. 24.

For more information on Pima guitar studio lessons and the PCC Guitar Ensemble, please contact Michael Lich, mlich@pima.edu or 520-404-4520.

Make Sure Your Unit’s COVID-19 Info Is Current
The College recently updated its COVID-19 Web page, pima.edu/covid19 to more focused content.

If your department has COVID-19-related content to update, email websystems@pima.edu (Web pages and MyPima) or marketing@pima.edu.

Survey of Entering Student Engagement (SENSE) Underway
On Sept. 21, the College began participating in the Survey of Entering Student Engagement (SENSE),  a national survey of institutional practices and student behaviors measured and tracked during the earliest weeks of college. Students are asked to participate if they meet the following criteria: are new to the College; are not a high school student; are 18 or older and/or are enrolled in a credit course this fall. SENSE results help Pima better understand the experience of students entering the College.

Results from three previous Center for Student Engagement Surveys (SENSE, CCSSE and CCFSSE) are at Student Engagement Surveys. A list of Frequently Asked Questions also is available. If you have additional questions, email the Office of Strategy, Analytics and Research (STAR), pcc-feedback@pima.edu.

Downtown Campus Library Fall Book Sale Oct. 12-14
The Downtown Campus Library Fall Book Sale is Oct. 12-14 in the Amethyst Room.

Most items are $2 (e.g., hardcover books) and $1 (e.g., softcover) – only cash accepted.

Hours each day are 1-6 p.m. Oct. 12, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 13 and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 14.

If you have questions, call 520-206-7267.

Like, Comment and Share Pima Social Media Posts
If you follow the College’s social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, please like or comment on them, but especially share them on our posts so that we can better spread the word about Pima’s work.

If you are responsible for your College unit or department’s social media account, ask for an invitation to the monthly Social Media Confab by emailing marketing@pima.edu.

Full-Time Faculty Sabbatical Proposals Due Oct. 18
The Faculty Professional Development and Sabbatical Committee has set the proposal window for fall 2022 and spring 2023. The deadline to submit a complete proposal is Oct. 18. You can find complete information, along with a list of committee members, at My Pima > Employees > Intranet Guide > Academic Resources > Faculty Professional Development > Faculty Sabbaticals.

Work Study Supervisor Training Through October
The College’s Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship is offering Work Study Supervisor Training through October. If you are a student employee supervisor and would like a refresher, or are considering becoming a student employee supervisor, you may register for a session in MyCareerCenter:

If you have questions or need assistance, email Organizational Effectiveness and Development, opd@pima.edu. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in training, email ada-esc@pima.edu or call 520-206-4945.

Pima Employment Opportunities for Internal Candidates
The College values its employees and wants them to advance their careers here. That is why some positions are open only to internal candidates. To view, go to MyPima > Employees > @Work > MyCareerCenter > View Internal Internal Career Site > Search. Part-time staff and adjunct faculty, refer to AP 2.02.01 sections 1.2.3 and 1.2.4 for eligibility.

Submit Employee, Student Stories for Web, Social Media
The College now has a form for you to submit a story to be featured on Pima’s website, social media accounts and other promotional materials. Story submissions should highlight students, faculty, staff, programs and/or community partnerships and promote the mission of the College. If you have questions, contact Aly Higgins, ahiggins9@pima.edu.

Pima Arts News
Pima Arts has two events this week.

A reception is noon-2 p.m. today for the student exhibit Egress No.2, which recently opened at the West Campus Visual Arts Gallery (second floor, Santa Rita Building). The Pima Guitar Ensemble will play.

Then, at 3 p.m. Sept. 26, Kirsten C. Kunkle and Kassandra Weleck perform a Soprano and Piano Concert at the West Campus Center for the Arts Recital Hall.

Visit the Pima Arts news page for information on upcoming events.

Employee Wellness

Sign Up for Virtual Workshops and Challenges
Sign up online for Employee Wellness virtual workshops and challenges:

  • Telecoaching: In a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment, get advice on nutrition, fitness, self-care, stress and disease management, and financial guidance.
  • Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know
  • Creative Solutions for Healthy Nutrition
  • Fats: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
  • Create the Vision
  • Knife Skills and Plant Based Foods Demo

Employee Wellness Resources and Program Info
Visit the Employee Wellness Intranet page to access free resources and tools. Employees also are encouraged to visit the Employee Wellness website for additional resources, news and information on the Pima Healthy Rewards Program and wellness-related activities that qualify for Pima Wellness Activity points. You also can keep current on the latest wellness news.

 

@PimaNews is an electronic newsletter for employee news of Pima Community College. The Marketing Office publishes this e-newsletter every Thursday, except when the College is closed, during the semester and every other week during the summer. Please send announcements and news items – 75 words or fewer ─ to pimanews@pima.edu by noon on Monday. Check any links before sending. Back issues are available on the @PimaNews Web page. The newsletter also accepts submissions about Pima employee accomplishments.

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