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Feature Story: A Time to Reflect, Celebrate, and Advocate
Sharla Weathers, director of Disability Support Services
Each July we celebrate Disability Pride Month. This commemorates the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 being passed. This month we celebrate people who embrace their disabilities as an integral part of who they are. Free training, parades, and various events are scheduled across the nation during July to celebrate. We encourage you to find . . .
Get-To-Know a Broncho
Keisha Jones, instructor, Forensic Science
What is your background?
My background is in crime scene investigations. I was employed as a technical investigator with the Midwest City PD Crime Lab and then promoted to the role of director. I earned my master’s degree in forensic science from the University of Central Oklahoma and have a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Oklahoma State University.
Tell me how you first got involved at UCO.
As one of the . . .
2023 Inclusion Award Nominations Open Through July 7
The UCO Office of Inclusive Community invites the Central community to submit nominations for the 2023 Inclusion Champion Award. Recipients are recognized for their demonstrated work in building equity and strengthening inclusive excellence at Central. The 2022 Inclusion Award Champion was Barry Lofton, pictured, executive director of TRIO . . .
UCO Days
Ainsley Snow, Benefits specialist
The summer months at UCO are filled with warmth and joy and are made even better by the half-day Fridays UCO faculty and staff get to take part in. To encourage enjoyment and wellbeing on half-day Fridays and beyond, many partners in our community offer specials and discounts to UCO employees. See below for the great deals and to find out where you . . .
Voya Financials’ Five Tips for July
Voya
- Make goals visual! If you are trying to reach a big goal, record your progress and post the progress where you can see it regularly.
- Pay yourself first. Before you finance a new car, pay yourself a car payment into a savings account. Interest is better when you are earning it and not paying it.
- Celebrate
Shop Central at UCO
M’Lissa Newport, engagement and wellness specialist
The goal of Shop Central is to encourage UCO students, alumni and employees to find new and unique local spots while supporting the Edmond and Oklahoma City metro communities. The best part? These businesses are offering you an exclusive discount or special offer. Just present your UCO ID to any of the participating vendors to receive your discount . . .
Deer Oaks EAP Monthly Newsletter
All UCO faculty and staff have access to the EAP through Deer Oaks. The EAP provides free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, prevention and education services for you, dependents living at home or elsewhere and anyone who lives in your household. View the monthly newsletter on the Hub.
June New Employees
Not Pictured:
Elizabeth Seaton
Data Entry
Academic Affairs
Lauren Hart
Data Entry
Academic Affairs
Michelle Ross
Temp PT Technical
Academic Affairs
Maria Calderon
Temp PT Technical
Academic Affairs
Hannah Keasling
Temp PT Technical
Academic Affairs
Faith Goodman
Payment Svcs Spec II
Finance & Operations
Braiden Holbrook
Patrol Officer I
Finance & Operations
Teri . . .