Cornerstone - March Edition by Miami University Finance and Business Services Marketing

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A Career Worth Celebrating // FOOD & BEVERAGE U P DAT E

A familiar face in Campus Services is retiring from Miami University. Vernetta Wyatt has worked at multiple MU F&B locations past and present throughout her 30 year career. She started at Miami as a Building and Grounds Assistant at Harris Hall then moved to Martin Hall followed by variety of locations over the years. Vernetta has held multiple roles, including: BGA, BGA coordinator, cook trainee, cook, food production line manager and presently as an Assistant General Manager at Bell Tower. We sat down with Vernetta to discuss her time at Miami and what is next for her. What are you most proud of while working at Miami? I feel my proudest moments at Miami are some of the lives I have touched. I have a lot of the students that have kept in touch with me and full time staff. I was their Mother away from home and a counselor and their friend. In your 30 years at Miami, what or who kept you interested and passionate about your job? I think the reason I kept interested in my job was all the different positions I had worked in and all the different locations. I also have met a variety of people. I feel you have to treat people according to their personalities but yet be fair.

Only 17 days until Spring! What a beautiful time of year! I hope that so far in 2020 you are experiencing success in your business, as well as

Any advice you would give to current CS employees? I tell my current staff to take care of each other and to treat each other with respect. Please take care of the students and make the new employees feel welcome. Try and learn to accept change because it is going to happen. They are here with each other as much as they are at home. Do the best job they can do and be happy. Life is to short so make the best of it.

happiness and good health.

Geno Svec Executive Director of Campus Services Chief Hospitality Officer

What will you miss the most about Miami? I will miss all of the people I work with and the students. I have a lot of different relationships with different people and each and every one of them are special to me. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next for you? I plan on spending more time with my grandchildren and enjoying life.

Vernetta with a Bell Tower staff worker

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HOTDOG RECIPE

CONTEST

Alayna Hanna - Food Service Asst. | 3 Years

ENTRANTS CAN FILL OUT A RECIPE CARD IN RED ZONE OR DM US @MiamiUDining WITH YOUR FAVORITE RECIPE.

•Enter Enter your favorite hot dog recipe and you could be featured on Red Zone's menu! •One awesome dog will be chosen each month. •Winners will have their photo and recipe displayed in Red Zone along with bragging rights.

what combo will you create? @MiamiUDining

Deondre Shavers - Cook | 6 Years

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Red Zone Top Dogs // F OOD & BEV ERAG E UPDATE

The Top Dogs wall in Red Zone began with just a few guys enjoying a couple hot dogs and sharing ideas on some campus food favorites. This casual conversation then morphed into a new hot dog concept and the idea that our customers and staff could help in deciding new hot dog options by entering their own crazy combinations in a contest.

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TIPS Training

// E V E NT SERV I CES UPDATE TIPS is a dynamic, skills-based training program designed to prevent intoxication, drunk driving and underage drinking by enhancing the fundamental "people skills" of servers, sellers and consumers of alcohol. TIPS gives individuals the knowledge and confidence they need to prevent alcohol-related tragedies. The 5-hour, interactive classroom course will have an exam at the completion of the course. Upon passing, the TIPs certification is valid for 3 years and accepted nation-wide. Catering will be offering TIPS training over Spring Break. The date and time of the training will be determined in the coming weeks. TIPS training is proven to:

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- Prevent drunk driving. - Reduce over-service and intoxication. - Prevent sales to minors. - Promote responsible alcohol consumption. - Provide a collaborative approach to preventing the misuse of alcohol.

Entrants to the contest share the unique recipe combination and a fun name for their hot dog in hopes of making it on the Top Dog wall. So far, the Food & Beverage team has received over 100 delicious and interesting entries for the contest. Our winners include the Hey Jude Dog, the Easy Breezy Caprese Dog, and the My Big Fat Greek Hot Dog. Stop by Red Zone today and submit your creation!

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Brand Spotlight: Ivy Citizens // R ETAI L UPDAT E

With a name inspired by the ivy vine, Ivy Citizens is a brand that has evolved with great intention; with the right sunlight, shade and water, ivy takes off, and there is no stopping it. When it’s thriving, the ivy’s strength is not in the individual leaf, but in the connection of the vine. Just like in sports, business, community and family: in the right environment, everybody can thrive, and the strength is in numbers. Ivy Citizens products support the high demands of life through premium apparel that is made with integrity. Their products include Women’s and Men's Athleisure and can be found in Brick & Ivy Campus Store!

Tips on Improving Your Digital Wellness 1. No digital gadgets at meal time 2. Sleep device free. Get a real alarm clock! 3. Take a digital fast at least 1 hour a day 4. Make eye contact when talking. 5. End your digital day 1 hour before bed.

The Best tip? Go outside for fresh air!

5,000 Faculty & Staff Double Discount Day

Over 5000 made to order rolls since opening on January 23 in the Armstrong Student Center

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// R E TAI L UPDATE

Mark your calendars, double discount day is March 25. Faculty and Staff will save 40% on one regularly price item, excluding technology and sale merchandise. Visit Brick & Ivy and 1809 to claim your deal!

Sleep Like a Dream

Sumeshi is averaging over 400 rolls per day.

Avocado

// MA R CUM UPDATE

The Marcum Hotel will be replacing 18 queen mattress sets and 10 king mattresses in the coming months. The new model, Simmons® EnduroTech® mattress is designed to withstand years of use. The base construction hardwood is sourced from sustainable forests with natural materials that can be recycled after use. This model of mattress gets rave reviews from guests. Installation planned for late May. Hotel mattresses generally have a 5-7 year life, our current mattresses are almost 8 years old. The remaining 36 rooms will receive new mattresses in future budget years. The old mattresses and box springs may be donated to a furniture bank.

Cucumber

Spicy Mayo

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The number one item to add to a sushi roll so far is avocado, cucumber being second and spicy mayonnaise third.

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Job Enrichment Updates // H R UPDAT E S

If you were not able to attend a Job Enrichment Information Session, here is the information you need to know! JEP Guideline Changes • With supervisor approval, Classified Staff may now apply into the Job Enrichment Program after 6 months MU employment without a break in service. • The point expiration time period for Advanced Component levels has been extended to 3 years. • Effective March 1, 2020 all learning opportunities must be submitted using the new JEP Learning Opportunity Form. • All courses must be submitted within 6 months of completion • The form must be filled out in its entirety, all incomplete forms will be returned • Section A: Employee input—objectives of learning, how I will apply the learning • Section B: Supervisor input—supervisor collaborating with employee to determine appropriate and relevant learning; more intentional approach All required documentation must be submitted with form

Have questions? For more information visit:

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Collaborative Approach to Learning Development Planning • Supervisor meet with employee and create a PDP • Consider of variety of learning opportunity sources • Address areas of skill gaps/competency improvement areas • Address areas of strength to find ways to increase/ enhance the skill even more • Ask employee what they want to work on/grow in over next year • Connect to goals when possible • Work with employee to identify learning opportunities • Meet with employee to discuss learning and application of learning (help identify ways in which employee can grow using skills gained)

Expanded JEP Learning Opportunities The following courses are now eligible for JE credit and available for registration in TRAIN. Check our calendar for upcoming sessions! • Facilitating Effective Meetings • Building a Reputation of Integrity • Micro-Inequities • Conflict Management • DiSC – NEW course!

save the date Upcoming News and Events MAR

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Sports Trivia Night

Martin Dining Commons | 5:30-7pm

Spring Break Special

March 9 - March 27 | 1809 Campus Store

Faculty & Staff Double Discount Day Brick & Ivy, 1809 Outfitters

Grad Fest 2020

March 31 - April 1 | 10am - 6pm Dolibois Room

For a complete listing of upcoming events please visit: https://Events.MiamiOH.edu/Calendar

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What do you call a rabbit with fleas? Bugs Bunny Please mail your feedback card via campus mail to: Kathy Crowley - Demske Culinary Support Center