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The Community Charitable Drive Continues...

As always, many thanks to those who have contributed to the Community Charitable Drive so far.

The winner of this week's drawing for an Entertainment Values coupon book is Gary Cox (IT). Congratulations, and thanks for your contribution!

If we don't hit our goal for contributions before then, next Friday's drawing will be for another Entertainment Values coupon book. These books contain hundreds of coupons for casual dining, fast food, family fun, and local retailers.

Thanks again to all who have contributed. Keep those Pledge Cards coming. The Community Charitable Drive runs through November 16.

Bruce Leach (leach.5@osu.edu)
Laura Kissel (kissel.4@osu.edu)


Dear Library Friends

Donna DeGeorge

Thanks to all of you who have been so thoughtful during my recent recovery. I really appreciate how understanding you've been during this time - it's made a tough time a lot easier than it might have otherwise been. I look forward to seeing everyone very soon.

Donna DeGeorge (degeorge.1@osu.edu)


Years of Service Luncheon

Listed below are the names of individuals and the total Library years of service. If your name is not here, and should be, or your name is here and you don't belong here this year, please notify Marilyn Willhoff at 2-4241 or willhoff.1@osu.edu by Friday, November 9, 2001. You will be receiving invitations for the luncheon in the next few weeks. Thank you.

10 Years of Service

  • Ted Riedinger, Language & Area Studies
  • Karen Diaz, User Education
  • Linda DeMuro, Children's Library
  • Loretta Smith, Stacks Management

20 Years of Service

  • Susan Wyngaard, Fine Arts Library
  • Constance Britton, OARDC
  • Jeanette Holland, Agriculture Library
  • Tim Preston, Circulation Department
  • Trina McCoy, Health Sciences Library

25 Years of Service

  • Janie McIntyre, TS Acctg & Admin
  • Pat Sword, OARDC
  • John Bennett, Special Collections Cataloging
  • Deborah Cameron, TS Acctg & Admin
  • Sandra Garver, EHS Library

30 Years of Service

  • Marti Alt, 2nd Floor
  • Susan Logan, Agriculture Library

40 Years of Service

  • Shirley Rhea, Cataloging Department

Marilyn Willhoff (willhoff.1@osu.edu)


Star Thingy GuyAwards, Acknowledgments, Fellowships, Grants, and Publications

Share your good news with the University and the entire community. Please send information about your recent accomplishments to Program Coordinator Chiquita Mullins Lee (Library Communications) at mullins-lee.1@osu.edu.
Libraries' faculty and staff are engaged in exciting work and we want to make it known.

Awards
Achievements



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Calvin and Hobbes: Sunday Pages 1985 - 1995

Calvin and Hobbes Exhibit

The 2001 Festival of Cartoon Art at the Cartoon Research Library is currently showcasing Bill Watterson's wildly successful comic strip "Calvin and Hobbes". The exhibit is called "Calvin and Hobbes: Sunday Pages 1985 - 1995" and has been on display since September 10. It showcases many original works by Mr. Watterson, alongside promotional materials for the comic, and Calvin and Hobbes books in foreign languages. Be sure to stop by and take a look before the exhibit ends on January 15, 2002.


Law Alert: Implications from September 11, 2001

In the wake of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, many foreign workers, travelers and their employers have raised concerns regarding the potential changes in immigration law and policy, travel procedures, and processing times. In an effort to alleviate some of the concerns and alert those who may be subject to some of the recent changes, we are providing the following information.

Travel

Every foreign national in the United States, immigrant (permanent resident) or nonimmigrant, is required to carry travel documentation at all times. This law has long been on the books but was seldom enforced. Now it has become one of the primary reasons for stopping and questioning foreign nationals in the United States. For permanent residents, the law regulates that every foreign national, 18 years of age and over, shall at all times carry a certificate of alien registration or alien registration receipt card, also referred to as a "green card." This means that all lawful permanent residents (LPRs) must carry their green card with them. However, LPRs should be able to provide more than one form of identification. Therefore, in addition to one's green card, an LPR should also carry another form of photo identification.

Nonimmigrants must have proof of their nonimmigrant status. While a passport and an unexpired Form I-94 are essential, it is also recommended that nonimmigrants carry Form I-797, approval of the nonimmigrants petition. For those seeking to enter the United States on a temporary visa, additional documentation may be necessary as proof of a valid, temporary visa. Students should carry documents confirming identity and legitimate purpose for entry into the United States.

One issue that has not been clarified is whether copies of these documents are sufficient to satisfy this regulation or whether the original documents must be carried at all times. We recommend that all clients who are planning to travel carry original documents. This applies to all domestic travel whether by airplane, automobile or other means. For local travel, such as to and from work, school or within a residential area, carrying copies of your passport, Form I-797 or other documentation may be sufficient. However, this is not explicitly stated in any regulation or communication by the government. If you are traveling locally and are stopped with only photocopies of your documentation, we recommend that you inform the officer that you reside nearby and that all original copies of your documentation can be obtained from your residence if needed. Any foreign national who fails to comply with the regulation of carrying documentation at all times could be convicted of a misdemeanor offense, fined up to $100 or imprisoned for up to 30 days.
One complication resulting from the attacks, and particular to the state of Ohio, involves Canadian TNs traveling to and from Canada. (TN is a classification for Canadians under the NAFTA Treaty.) Upon reentry to the United States, a few TNs have been informed that they must reapply for TN status. This problem has been brought to the attention of INS and should be resolved soon.
Violation of Status

One of the implications of the events of September 11 will be the magnification in the level of scrutiny government officials use when investigating violations of status. It is essential that all visa holders be careful not to violate their status either by overstaying their length of authorized stay in the United States or by working without authorization. Violations that have previously been seen as minor infringements may now be viewed as severe infractions. Individuals found to be in violation may face removal and be barred from reentry to the United States.



Luminous Lucubrations

Last week's entry, "fizgig," means "a frivolous or coquettish girl" or "to run or gad about." This week's entry is "kelpie."

Online resources for this question are available:

Laughs



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Calvin and Hobbes: Sunday Pages 1985-1995
September 10, 2001 - January 15, 2002
Part of the 2001 Festival of Cartoon Art
The Ohio State University Cartoon Research Library
More Info

Community Charitable Drive
September 17 - November 16
Columbus campus

Fall Quarter Boolean Training Session
Tuesday October 30
1:30pm to 3:30pm
124 Main Library
More Info

Libraries' Annual Halloween Party
Wednesday, October 31
11:30am - 1:30pm
Thompson Library Staff Lounge
More Info

General Elections
November 6
General elections will be held.
More Info

Radical Books in the Library
Wednesday, November 7, 3:30 - 5:30pm
Faculty Club Grand Lounge More Info

Faculty and Staff Service Recognition Brunch
December 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm at the Fawcett Center
Will honor faculty and staff celebrating 25, 30, 35, 40, or 45 years of service to The Ohio State University in the year 2001. Participation by invitation only

For other University events, see
OSU Electronic Calendars
University News Releases
onCampus
University Research News


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Vacancies

===Faculty===
Geology Library: Assistant Professor (Geology Librarian) - (replacing Brown)
Language and Area Studies: Assistant Professor (East European & Slavic Studies Librarian) - (replacing Tock)

===Administrative & Professional===
Law Library: Law Librarian (replacing Genzen) - New position
Preservation Department: Book and Paper Conservator (replacing McMurdie)

===Staff===
Cataloging Department: Library Associate 1 (replacing Abramiuk)
Circulation Department: Library Media Technical Assistant 2 - (replacing Drobik)
Monographs Department: Library Associate 2 (replacing Lydic)
Science and Engineering Library: Library Media Technical Assistant 1 - 50% (replacing Morris)
Serials and Electronic Resources Department: Library Associate 1 (replacing Joseph)

In order to comply with University procedures, employees who are applying for listed vacancies must complete a Promotion/Transfer Request (form 8931, Rev 9/97) during the week of the first listing of the vacancy in the University Personnel Posting (green sheet). To ensure awareness of all vacancies which have been posted, applicants should consult the weekly green sheet rather than relying on the listing in NEWS NOTES Online and are encouraged to attach a resume and/or other supporting documents to the form. Prospective faculty and staff applicants who are absent during the five-day posting period and wish to apply should see Toni Morrison-Smith.

Library personnel may also review University employment opportunities at http://www.ohr.ohio-state.edu/index.htm



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