[JUL-22-20 11:38 PM  Anonymous] Message from Tom
Colleagues,
We did it!  In spite of all the uncertainties we’ve faced over the last few months, we managed to rise to the occasion and close out the fiscal year with $517M in total commitments. We’ve secured $2.7B toward our $3B campaign goal. This just goes to show that when the going gets tough, Gators get going!  
You are to be commended for your commitment and dedication to the University of Florida and for the important role you play in our success.  Without your collective efforts, we could not have achieved these impressive numbers.  We’re in the home stretch now, and there’s no doubt in my mind that we can and will reach the goal in record time. 
Thank you, and Go Gators!
Tom
Salute Our R.A.I.S.E. Award Winners
Congratulations to our final R.A.I.S.E. Award winners, Mariah Curry and Jennifer Ramey, representing the Individual Contributor category, and Patrick Sell, representing the Leader category. These team members are outstanding examples of the R.A.I.S.E. characteristics which support our values of Service, Excellence, and Team. Be sure to offer your congratulations when you see them.
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New S.E.T. Award Program
During our most recent All Staff meeting, exciting news was shared that we are launching a new S.E.T. Awards Program in alignment with our organizational values of Service, Excellence & Team (nomination form). This new recognition program is designed to reward and acknowledge UF Advancement employees for their exceptional display of these values. (Read more…)
(Hyperlink nomination form: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5b9JdanhzQ2d9KR )
(Hyperlink read more: https://talentmanagement.box.com/s/7hb2cywngciov1irwshhlbi6poc6nxn1)
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NEWS YOU CAN USE
D&I Open Forum Session
Mark your calendars for the next Diversity & Inclusion Open Forum Session, August 20 at 9:30 - 11:00 AM. We are pleased to host President Kent Fuchs for a university-wide update, followed by break-out group discussions. Click here to register.
(Hyperlink: https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAvc-uhqzgqHdEUZuCMcGWmHWRDWbjgvWvn )
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H.A.N.D. Update
Your voice and your ideas are an important part of creating a culture of listening, learning and leading at UF Advancement as it relates to social and racial justice. Click here to learn about UFA’s response to the feedback received after the June D&I Open Forum session. 
You may also like to learn more about the efforts from our Chief Diversity Officer’s office, and to read this statement shared by the Chair of our Board of Trustees.
 (Hyperlink: https://talentmanagement.box.com/s/6l1qupk7yandhnl1uspru7sz0b6ev6ci)
(Hyperlink: https://cdo.ufl.edu/)
(Hyperlink: https://cdo.ufl.edu/featured-slides/hero.html)
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Industry Insights from Gator Grads
UF’s Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering within the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering have created a summer speaker series: Industry Insights from Gator Grads. This series connects industry partners and UF alumni to current undergraduate and graduate students, and provides a wonderful opportunity for cultivation of donors and prospects.
(Hyperlink: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrQpiycKvi7Cs2Zp2xfnXsg/featured)
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Demystifying Disbursements
Look for a new series of webinars scheduled to begin on August 27th addressing common areas of confusion in Disbursements: travel at UF; conducting events; gifts & accommodations; contracts; and more! The webinars are open to anyone who wants to learn more about Disbursements. Contact Patrick Sell for more information.
(Hyperlink: mailto:PSell@uff.ufl.edu)
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Named Spaces in Athletics
Through the work of the GatorBoosters, special spaces across our campus now bear the names of two former Gator athletes and a life-long fan. Learn more about the Jason Beaird Memorial Bullpen, the Hooks Family Dugout, and the Bradley Beal Fuel Bar.
(Hyperlink Jason Beaird Story: https://floridagators.com/news/2020/7/3/general-jason-beaird-memorial-bullpen.aspx)
(Hyperlink Hollis & Debbie Hooks Story: https://floridagators.com/news/2020/4/23/general-hooks-ed-on-gators-for-life.aspx)
(Hyperlink Bradley Beal Story: https://floridagators.com/news/2020/6/24/general-beal-fuels-his-legacy-by-giving-back.aspx)
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Florida Museum Student Support Fund
During a recent Natural History Department DEAI (Diversity Equity Access Inclusion) committee presentation for science staff, a staff member generously offered $1,000 to help kick start a new fund aimed at creating a more diverse, equitable, accessible and inclusive research experience for students at the Florida Museum. (Read more…)
(Hyperlink: https://talentmanagement.box.com/s/tr7yqnlef2lu93frlkm6i1l3asjseiso)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
•    August 17, 9:30 AM, CE Session: Implicit Bias (Zoom meeting)
•    August 20, 9:30 AM, D&I Open Forum with President Fuchs (Click here to register)
 (Hyperlink: https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAvc-uhqzgqHdEUZuCMcGWmHWRDWbjgvWvn ) 
•    August 24, 2:00 PM, CE Session: Grateful Patients (Zoom meeting)
•    August 27, 2:00 PM,  Demystifying Disbursements (webinar)
•    August 31, CE Session: Implicit Bias (Zoom meeting)
•    August 31, Fundraiser Annual Performance Appraisal deadline
•    September 14, 10:30 AM, Top Ten Talks, EAH Classroom
ADVANCEMENT SPOTLIGHT
Shirley Lynn
Spend a few minutes talking with Shirley Lynn, Alumni Relations Assistant, and you may feel like you have known her forever.  But she wasn’t always an open book.  Shirley has literally grown up with UF Advancement.  She started her first job after completing her Associate in Arts degree from Santa Fe College as a secretary with the UF Foundation, and she has been a part of the UF Advancement family ever since. Although she was shy as a new employee, her interaction with alumni and donors over the years has allowed her to grow into the outgoing personality we know today. She has held many positions in our organization, and has served eight executive directors of the UF Alumni Association and four Vice Presidents. Each of UF’s development campaigns has benefited from Shirley’s contributions. She is generous in sharing her knowledge and experience with her colleagues to support their success. 
When asked what has caused her to stick around for so long, she stated, “UF Advancement is just a great organization. Nothing has made that more clear that the last few months.” Part of her motivation is knowing how important the work of UFA is to the University, but she is especially engaged by the passion and energy of the volunteers she works with and the close connections she has with many of them. Supporting the Alumni Association means being involved in events – lots of events!  Because of this, Shirley has been able to travel and share in the excitement of tailgates, bowl games, and national championships.  Her favorite event is always Grand Guard, and she does an amazing job of making our most revered alumni feel welcome.
Shirley is a Gainesville native. She was born at Alachua General Hospital, and still lives in the house to which she was brought home. When she is not at work you might catch her floating down the Santa Fe River, or spending time with one of her sisters. As the youngest of four girls, Shirley is the proud aunt of nieces and nephews, great-nieces and -nephews, and great-great-nieces and-nephews, ranging in age from 44 to not-yet-born!  Although she lost her beloved dog Jake, a 13 year old cocker spaniel, some time ago, she keeps him close to her heart.  Recently, she has provided a home for Dixie, who has not yet reached “child” status, but they are working on it. 
When you have a chance, spend some time with Shirley Lynn, and ask her about the story of her first Grand Guard (it’s a doozey).  She’s a treasure, and you are sure to learn something you never knew about UF Advancement.

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Quote:
It always seems impossible until it’s done.
― Nelson Mandela


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[JUL-28-20 12:00 PM  Anonymous] April:  Please remove Jennifer Ramey's listing in the RAISE awards.  She was not able to attend All Staff so they did not present her award.

Also, Melissa Long has asked that we add the following two additional stories - 

Advancement Celebrations
During the July virtual All Staff meeting, Advancement employees were gathered in breakout groups and asked to share what they are celebrating these days.  (Read more…)
(Hyperlink: https://talentmanagement.box.com/s/uj31azolusflmg6ry454qtap0aocpqvb)
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Annual Security Training
Each year, UF Advancement employees are required to complete security training. This year, the program will introduce us to new social engineering scams such as Vishing and new terms such as the “Internet of Things.” The format will include games and self-practice scenarios to test our skills. (Read more…)
(Hyperlink: https://talentmanagement.box.com/s/hcck9iuvhmrqbcpn231q7h087wyy4yje)
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[AUG-04-20 10:54 AM  Anonymous] April:
New SET Award Program: replace the graphic with SETawards.jpg

Crop Dr. Fuchs’ photo to landscape orientation.

Can you enlarge the HAND logo to fill the width of the column?

Upcoming Events: 
Omit August 17 Implicit Bias training
August 20 D&I Open Forum, change "(click here to register)" to "(Register here)" and retain hyperlink
August 24 Grateful Patients CE Session, change “(Zoom meeting)” to read “(Register here)”
(Hyperlink:  https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMoc-uvqDIiGteUqYBztTT-gYEDMlYcZgfI)
August 31 Fundraiser Appraisal Deadline, add "(Click for Resources)" 
Hyperlink: https://talentmanagement.box.com/s/w8rafb2uy1tajtyxfm56rveqwco6zqgk)
September 14 Top Ten Talks, change “EAH Classroom” to “(Register here)”
(Hyperlink: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcrf-uvrTooGdF3nRXoEp7IZ7NMzVi_mvQ5)



Advancement Spotlight:  
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Change contact information in the footer “April Sibiski” to “Talent Management”
(Hyperlink: mailto:talent@uff.ufl.edu)

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[AUG-07-20 10:18 AM  Anonymous] April:
Tom’s Message: The $517M total commitments figure needs to be updated to $523M. 

Insert new story after SET Award Program: 
Superior Accomplishment Award Winner
Congratulations to our own Sonya Allen, Associate Director of Talent Acquisition, for her Division I Superior Accomplishment Award in the Diversity & Inclusion category!  Sonya took the lead in convening our H.A.N.D. (Helping Advancement Nurture Diversity) group to address diversity and inclusion within UF Advancement with a focus on creating awareness and education on these important issues. In addition to her efforts within UFA, she has been invited to speak at the national CASE Strategic Talent Management conference on D&I initiatives. This has spread the word about UFA’s commitment to D&I and has also elevated the national reputation of the University of Florida.  Her diligence in going above and beyond to organize, encourage, and inspire others to consider this very important aspect of our organization is exceptional, and she is extremely deserving of this award.
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Advancement Spotlight:
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