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The TRIAD -- Feb. 13, 2024
Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing
Tue 2/13/2024 11:24 AM
To:​CU All Employees ​

Feb. 13, 2024

The TRIAD is the internal communication newsletter for Commonwealth University faculty and staff
distributed weekly on Tuesdays throughout the academic year.

***Visit the TRIAD WEBPAGE for more information and details on items in the newsletter.

Have news to share? Contact us:
Julie Stellfox, jms833@commonwealthu.edu
Eric Foster, efoster@commonwealthu.edu
The Strategic Communications Team

*Submission deadline for inclusion in the TRIAD is 10 a.m. Monday. If you have a Monday or early
Tuesday event or deadline, please be sure to submit your information by or before 10 a.m. the
previous Monday. Please put “For TRIAD” in the subject line of your email.

INDEX:
Commonwealth U News
Bloomsburg | Lock Haven | Mansfield
CU Announcements/Reminders
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COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY NEWS
Town Hall Meeting

A Town Hall Meeting will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 27, at 2:30 p.m. for all CU faculty and staff. Inperson locations for each campus are listed below and also will be available to view on Zoom.
The agenda for the meeting will include updates on space and facilities, CU website development,
SIS/Banner, Middle States and the provost search.
In-person locations:
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Bloomsburg: Gross Auditorium, Carver Hall

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Lock Haven: Sloan Auditorium

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Mansfield: Zoom classroom, 110 Retan

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Clearfield: Founders’ Hall, room 003

Editorial By Council of Trustees Chair John Wetzel
It is no secret that higher education institutions across our state and across the country stand at a
crossroads. With costs rising, the number of college-bound students declining, and many students and
families questioning the value of a college degree, colleges and universities bear the responsibility of
remaining relevant and demonstrating the inherent value in earning a degree.

In my own college experience, it took time and mentorship for me to fully appreciate how a degree
would forever alter the trajectory of my life. My professors and coaches at Bloomsburg University saw
something in me that, at the time, I did not recognize in myself. Their influence led me to take
advantage of the academic opportunities available at Bloomsburg. Read more.

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CU Students Return to Jamaica to Provide Service to the Community of Harmons

A team of Commonwealth University students recently returned to the small community of Harmons,
Jamaica, along with faculty members, Jennifer Bell, physician assistant studies and Amy Way, health
and exercise science. The 18 undergraduate and five physician assistant graduate students represented
the Lock Haven, Bloomsburg and Clearfield campuses. Read more

Students Invited to Apply for Board of Governors Position
Commonwealth University is a member of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher education, which is
overseen by the Board of Governors – a 20-member body that includes the Governor, the Secretary of
Education, legislators, trustees, and three students among its members. One current student member
will rotate off the Board upon graduation in December, so the search is underway to identify a
replacement.

The Office of the President has the honor of nominating one student for the Board to consider when it
makes the appointment later this year. If you are interested in serving as a student member of the
Board of Governors, you can learn more HERE. If you decide to offer your name for consideration, you
will need to provide the following information as part of your application for consideration:
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Letter of intent stating why you want to serve

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Your resume

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A copy of your unofficial transcript

Applications are due to Dan Knorr in the President’s Office no later than Thursday, Feb. 29.
Questions and application materials should be submitted to dknorr@commonwealthu.edu. The
President’s Office will review all applications received and will send the information for my nominee to
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the Office of the Chancellor. After that, the Board of Governors will review the nominations received
from around the State System and will make the appointment later this year.

CU Succeed Open Office Hours and Brightspace Resources

CU Succeed open office hours are added often to this schedule:
https://forms.office.com/r/VVmJ8G0Tm7. All sessions are held through Zoom
(https://commonwealthu-edu.zoom.us/j/8993933880) and you do not need to sign up. Feel free to join
for a few minutes or the hour with your CU Succeed questions. For assistance at any time, PDF tutorials
are available in the Brightspace MyCommonwealthU faculty and staff training modules and in the
Starfish Training module (found in Tools-->Discover). Want to set up an individual, small group, office,
or department workshop? Contact jheid@commonwealthu.edu or CUSucceed@commonwealthu.edu.

President Hanna Open Office Hours
President Hanna welcomes conversations about ways in which Commonwealth University can enhance
its service to its students. He will be available for 10-15-minute conversations during his open office
hours below. Appointments are not required. Please contact Christa Lamoreaux at
clamoreaux@commonwealthu.edu with any questions.
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Mansfield: OFFICE HOURS TODAY HAVE BEEN CANCELED

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Bloomsburg: Tuesday, Feb. 20, from 9 to 10 a.m. in the President’s Office, Carver Hall

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Lock Haven: Tuesday, Feb. 27, from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. in the President’s Office, 311 Ulmer

Hall

Retirement Planning Sessions
The HRConnect Benefits team will provide on-campus presentations for retirement planning. The
presentation will be followed by a question-and-answer period. In addition, one-on-one meetings with
an HRConnect Benefits Representative will be offered via Zoom the following week. Please indicate
that you wish to schedule a meeting during the registration process. Spouses and partners are invited
to attend.

If you have already made the decision to retire, please open a "Retirement Counseling Request"
inquiry through HRConnect now so that the retirement process may begin. The on-campus
presentations will give you an opportunity to review and ask any remaining questions. HRConnect can
also be reached during business hours (Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) at 717-7204040. Leaving a voicemail after-hours will automatically open an inquiry for you. The registration
deadline is March 11. Please register here.
Presentation Schedule

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Mansfield: March 18 (snow date March 25) 11 a.m. – noon, Alumni Hall, room 307. Parking:
Use Parking Lot D (adjacent to Alumni Hall), No pass is required for guests.
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Bloomsburg: March 20 (snow date March 27), 11 a.m. – noon, Andruss Library, Schweiker
Room.
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Lock Haven: March 21 (snow date March 28), 11 a.m. – noon, 105 Willis (Greenberg
Auditorium).
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Career Connection Expos Set for Spring
Please alert your students to the following Career Connections Expos. In addition to being a
convenient way to network and find internships and jobs for third- and fourth-year students, expos are
also great way for first- and second-year students to explore careers, establish connections, and
practice networking with potential employers. Students can register on Handshake under “career fairs”
and find toolkits, resume labs, coaching appointments and more ways to prepare under “career
center.” Students in need of professional attire can visit the Career Closet on their respective campus.

Public/Government, Health & Human Services
Feb. 20 • Mansfield: Alumni Hall 307 • 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Feb. 21 • Bloomsburg: KUB • 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Feb. 22 • Lock Haven: DACC Ballroom • 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Public Relations, Sales, Marketing & Communication
March 5 • Bloomsburg: KUB • 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
March 6 • Lock Haven: DACC Ballroom • 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
March 7 • Mansfield: Alumni Hall 307 • 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Education
March 15 • Bloomsburg: SRC • 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB)
March 26 • Lock Haven: DACC Ballroom • 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
March 27 • Mansfield: Alumni Hall 307 • 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
March 28 • Bloomsburg: KUB • 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

URSCA Applications Open, Student Proposals Due March 1
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Applications are open for CU students to join this summer’s Undergraduate Research, Scholarly, and
Creative Activities (URSCA) Program. URSCA participants are hired as student workers and paid to
pursue a substantial research question, contribute to a scholarly endeavor, or produce an artistic work
under faculty mentorship. Full- and part-time funding is available. For more information, visit the
URSCA competition link on CU’s InfoReady portal:
https://commonwealthu.infoready4.com/#competitionDetail/1927118. Contact Dr. Heather Feldhaus
or Dr. Angela Hess for more details.

Center for Teaching and Learning Offers Programs

Friday, March 1, at 12:30 p.m., Dr. Kate Fiegel will host, “Strategies for Providing Effective Feedback and
Interactions in Asynchronous Online Courses.” You can join in person at J104 East Campus at Lock
Haven or Zoom Link. Pizza will be provided for those who attend in person. RSVP to Regan Garey at
rwg1981@commonwealthu.edu by Feb. 29 at 5 p.m. if you plan on attending in person to this event.
CTL Website

BLOOMSBURG

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BLOOMSBURG NEWS

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Nursing Students to Share Valentines with Seniors
CU-Bloomsburg Nursing Students from the Breiner School of Nursing will share Valentine’s cards and
fun activities with senior citizens throughout the Susquehanna Valley this week. The students, working
in an initiative called Nurses Lead with HEART (Humility, Empathy, Authenticity, Resilience, Tenacity),
have created hundreds of Valentine cards to share with senior citizens. Students will be at the
following locations: Bloom Towers, Bloomsburg; Lincoln Towers, Shamokin; Grandview Nursing Home,
Danville; Maria Joseph Manor Community, Danville. Shown are nursing students making Valentine’s
cards.

Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra to Perform 'Valentines' Show
The Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra will perform a "Valentines Event" concert at Commonwealth
University-Bloomsburg on Friday, Feb. 16, at 7:30 p.m. in Haas Center for the Arts, Mitrani Hall. The
performance, part of the Arts in Bloom series, will feature a program of Beethoven's “Coriolan
Overture,” Fifth Piano Concerto, and Eighth Symphony. Read more.

BLOOMSBURG Full Calendar
Jan. 22 to Feb. 22
Art Exhibit: Kristy Gordon, Gallery at Greenly Center, 50 E. Main St. Reception Thursday, Feb. 1, 5 to 7 p.m.
Jan. 22 to March 1
Art Exhibit: “Una Ventana” Anissa Cavazos, Haas Gallery of Art. Reception Thursday, Feb. 29.
Wednesday, Feb. 14
DEI tabling, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Kehr Union Lobby. Highlight contributions of Black women and LGBTOA+
people.
Celebrating Frederick Douglass Day, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Kehr Union MRC 230. Stop by to learn more
about the life and legacy of Frederick Douglass
Friday, Feb. 16
Arts in Bloom: A Valentine's Event with the Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra: 7:30 p.m., Haas Center for the
Arts, Mitrani Hall.
Saturday, Feb. 17
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Sankofa Conference, Kehr Union.
Wednesday, Feb. 21
Film Screening, “Rustin,” 4 p.m., Kehr Union, Multicultural Center
Thursday, Feb. 22
Green Campus Film, “Thirst for Justice,” 7 p.m., Hartline Science Center, Kuster Auditorium.
Feb. 26 to March 29
Art Exhibit: Out of the Margins, Gallery at Greenly Center, 50 E. Main St. DEI Juried show. Reception:
March 18, 5 to 7 p.m.
Friday, March 1
Arts in Bloom: International Guitar Night: 7:30 p.m., Carver Hall, K.S. Gross Auditorium.

BLOOMSBURG Athletics News - BUHuskies.com — Athletic Composite Schedule

Women's Basketball Shuts Down Millersville
Wilson Highlights Successful Day for Men's Track & Field
Selheimer & Dumond Lead the Way for Women's Track & Field
Men’s & Women’s Swimming Programs Earn Academic Honors

LGBTQA Reception

The Commission for Gender and Sexuality will host our 15th Annual Reception on Friday, April 5, at 5
p.m. at the Barn at Boone’s Dam with light refreshments and silent auction. Tickets are $50 each and
include creative appetizers, beer, and wine. More information.

Items Needed for Annual Book Sale
The Friends of the Bloomsburg University Library Association (FOBULA) will hold its annual book sale
for 2024 from Saturday, April 13, to Monday, April 15, in the Andruss Library Schweiker Room. The
book sale has brought in $48,400 since the first one was held 23 years ago. This money has gone
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toward several special projects, two of which are the digitization and preservation of local and
university historic materials and providing textbook scholarships to deserving students.

There is always a need for more books, CDs, and DVDs. The items can be brought to the Andruss
Library Circulation Desk anytime the building is open, and if you have a large number that need to be
picked up please contact Robert Dunkelburger. The Friends are looking for all types of books, both
fiction and nonfiction, in GOOD condition, that would appeal to a general audience, in addition to
movies and music. Items that do not sell well include outdated textbooks (more than ten years old),
magazines, journals, encyclopedias, and Reader's Digest condensed books.

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LOCK HAVEN NEWS

Securing the future: Couple Endows Wrestling Scholarship

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In the heart of Mat-Town, USA, where wrestling pride runs deep, former Lock Haven State College
(LHSC) wrestler, George Way ’78, stands as a proud testament to the program’s rich and storied
history. Way, and his wife, Pam, recently endowed the George and Pam Way Wrestling Scholarship
through the Lock Haven University Foundation. The scholarship signals a powerful commitment to
Lock Haven’s nationally-ranked wrestling program; a commitment they hope will inspire fellow alumni
to follow suit by investing in the program. Read more

LOCK HAVEN Full Calendar
Ongoing Events
Open Swim: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m., Zimmerli Pool. *LHU ID required
Pet Therapy: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m., Stevenson Library Tutoring

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Black History Month Events
BHM Celebration: Thursday, Feb. 15, 6 p.m., PUB MPR

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o Students, faculty and staff gather for trivia and soul food

Sankofa at Bloomsburg: Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 17 and 18: Bloomsburg Campus

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o Annual conference designed to help students learn, understand and appreciate the rich

cultural heritage of people of African descent. Contact Mia Swales to sign up.
BHM Trivia: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 6 p.m., PUB MPR

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o Students can win cash prizes during BHM trivia with Neon Entertainment.

African American History Museum: Sunday, Feb. 25, depart 6 a.m. from PUB lot and return by 8

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p.m.
o Students will take a day trip to the African American History Museum in Washington, D.C. Contact
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Mia Swales to sign up.
Winter Carnival Networking Social: Thursday, Feb. 29, noon to 2 p.m., PUB MPR
o Games, prizes and snacks

Rec Center Events *Rec Center membership required
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Morning Raquet sports (Racquetball, Pickleball, Badminton): M/W/F, 8-10 a.m., Rec Center
Core & Pilates with Megan: M/W, 5-5:45 p.m. and Tues/Thurs, 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 a.m.
HIIT with Deana: Tues/Thurs, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Workout with Cami: Tues/Thurs, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

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LOCK HAVEN Athletics News - GoLHU.com — Athletic Composite Schedule

No. 8 Women’s Wrestling Tops Ursinus
Baseball Opens Season with Sweep at Virginia State
Women’s Track & Field Caps Exciting Weekend
Men’s Track & Field Turns in Impressive Showing

Haven Cupboard Spring 2024 Hours
The Haven Cupboard, located at 340 W. Main St. (formerly NanoBites) will be open Wednesdays from
4-6 p.m. and Thursdays from 12:30-1:30 p.m. and 5:15-6:15 p.m. Donations will be accepted during all
operating hours. To receive weekly shopping emails, email havencupboard@lockhaven.edu.

Nominations Wanted for Distinguished Work in the Advancement of Women’s Issues
The President’s Commission for the Status of Women (PCSW) is sponsoring one student award, one staff award,
and one faculty or coach award for the 2023-24 President’s Award for Distinguished Work in the Advancement of
Women’s Issues (DWAWI). Please consider nominating deserving students and employees from both the Lock
Haven and Clearfield campuses for this year’s DWAWI award. Nomination deadline is Friday, Feb. 16. To complete
a nomination form, contact Jackie Borst, awards committee chair, at jrb1043@commonwealthu.edu.

Visit the TRIAD webpage in the Lock Haven “Announcements and Reminders” section to view more on
the items below:
Calendar of Events
2023-24 Haven Discount Cards
Professional Certification and Licensure Testing
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GRE General Test
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MANSFIELD NEWS

An Apprenticeship in Leadership
It’s 6 p.m. on a cool October Friday, and the light is beginning to fade on the Mounties Band practice
field high on the hill overlooking the football stadium. The third band rehearsal of the week wrapped
half an hour ago. Kaycee Hulslander is just finishing packing the percussion instruments into the band
truck.
The Spirit and The Pride of PA Marching Band has earned a formidable reputation for excellence—
underscored by their invitation to perform in the 2024 London New Year’s Day Parade Celebrations. As
one of the band’s drum majors, senior music education major Hulslander helps drive that excellence.
Read more.

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Musical ‘Kiss Me, Kate’ to be Staged in February

The Department of Music Theatre and Dance will stage the musical “Kiss Me, Kate” in February. Show
dates are Thursday through Saturday Feb. 22 to 24, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 25, at 2:30 p.m.
Tickets are $18 for adults, $12 for seniors and high school students, $8 for children, and free for
Mansfield students. Tickets available at the door or in advance at mansfield.booktix.net.

Mansfield Piano Festival to be held in March
The former Mansfield Piano Competition is expanding its format to become the Mansfield Piano
Festival, with the first festival to be held on Saturday, March 2. The Mansfield Piano Festival welcomes
pianists of all ages who reside in Pennsylvania and nearby states. Applicants must register before
Saturday, Feb. 17. Read more

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MANSFIELD Full Calendar
Thursday, Feb. 15
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American Horn Quartet Performance: 7:30 p.m., Butler Music Center's Steadman Theatre.

Black History Month Events

"The Color Purple” Movie Night: Friday, Feb. 16, 7-9 p.m., North Manser
o Movie and snacks
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Sankofa at Bloomsburg: Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 17 and 18: Bloomsburg Campus
o Annual conference designed to help students learn, understand and appreciate the rich

cultural heritage of people of African descent. Contact Nichole Book to sign up.
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ShySpeaks: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 8:30 p.m., The HUT
o Hip hop and spoken word artist
Let’s Talk About Series: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Alumni 307.
o A race and racism discussion over lunch

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Silent Disco: Friday, Feb. 23, The HUT
BHM Craft Night: Monday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m., Oak MPR
Lunch and Learn: Thursday, Feb. 29, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Alumni 307
o You Quote It, But Do You Know It – the inside story behind social justice leaders

Ongoing Events
Juried Student Exhibition: Monday through Friday through Feb. 22, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Loomis
Gallery. Awards reception will be Thursday, Feb. 15, from 4-6 p.m.
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Yoga Basics: Thursdays through Feb. 29, 4:30-5:25 p.m., Kelchner Fitness Center.
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Candlelight Yoga: Thursdays in January and February, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kelchner Fitness Center.
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MANSFIELD Athletics News - GoMounties.com — Athletic Composite Schedule

Colon Wins Mile Racewalk at Historic Millrose Games
Hilton’s Milestone Leads Women’s Basketball to Victory
Neal & 4x400 Win Highlight Men’s Track & Field’s Effort
Ziska & Brown Shine for Women’s Track & Field

CU Mansfield Radio Station Conducting Survey
WNTE 89.5, the FM radio station at CU Mansfield, is conducting a survey to improve listenership and
to better support the campus and surrounding community. Take the survey here.

TIAA Retirement Meeting
A TIAA Representative will be available to meet on Tuesday, Feb. 20, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the
Alumni Hall Board Room, 2nd Floor. Space is limited. Register for sessions at
www.tiaa.org/schedulenow or by calling 800-732-8353, weekdays, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Visit the TRIAD webpage in the Mansfield “Announcements and Reminders” section to view more on
the items below:
Calendar of Events
Nominations Wanted for Distinguished Work in the Advancement of Women’s Issues

CU ANNOUNCEMENTS/REMINDERS

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See more on the items below on the TRIAD webpage in the Commonwealth University
“Announcements and Reminders” section:

CU Succeed workshops/Q&A sessions
AlphaGraphics Payment Options
Degree Maps Available Online
Campus Security Authority Training Available
Spring Career Intensive Boot Camp
Professional U Calendar of Events
Important Weblinks for Faculty and Staff
o Banner (APPNAV)
o MyBanner (Student Self Service)
o MyBanner (Faculty Self Service)
o ARGOS
o Helpdesk
o Password Reset
o Brightspace (formerly known as BOLT or D2L):
o Library
o CU Succeed
o Bookstore
o Microsoft 365 (formerly known as Office365)
o Zoom
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President Hanna’s ‘Common Ground’ Podcast
Banner OneSIS Training Materials
CU Succeed Tips for Faculty
Construction Projects For 2023-24
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Bloomsburg Projects
Lock Haven Projects
Mansfield Projects

Employment Opportunities
HRConnect Login
New PeopleAdmin
Early College Information
Strategic Communications & Marketing SharePoint Site
o Logos & Style Guide
o Email Signature, Letterhead, PowerPoint Templates
o Project Request Form & Stationery Store Links
o CU Documents

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