NEW WVU ID NUMBERS IN BANNER/STAR:

Beginning Monday, July 12, WVU students, faculty and advisers have been assigned a new WVU ID number in the BANNER/STAR Student Information System. This nine-digit number replaces the old ID (Social Security number), providing a more secure data environment and meeting new federal regulations.  The new WVU ID will be printed on communication that previously displayed individuals’ Social Security numbers such as invoices, schedules and class lists.   During the transition period (July 12, 2004 through August 1, 2005), current faculty and students (those added to the STAR system before July 11, 2004) will still be able to access the STAR Web using their old ID numbers.  User name and password to enter MIX or STAR Web will remain the same.  Students and faculty can find their new WVU ID number by logging into STAR; the new ID number will be displayed along with your name once you have selected an option within STAR.  Students are encouraged to use their new WVU ID number when contacting administrative departments (Admissions and Records, Financial Aid, Housing, Student Accounts, etc.).  Additional information can be found on the MIX Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Web page.  Anyone experiencing difficulty logging into MIX or STAR Web should contact the Help Desk at 304-293-4444 ext. 1.
 

WVU LIBRARIES ONLINE CATALOG UPGRADE PLANNED JULY 15-16:

The WVU Libraries will be migrating the online catalog system to new servers on July 15 and 16.  There may be times during the process when the MountainLynx online catalog is temporarily not available, or when circulation records are temporarily not retrievable.  Library reference desks and circulation desks are prepared to help people if the system is not available.  When completed, this hardware upgrade will improve the performance of the Mountainlynx online catalog and other library systems.  Library users should not notice major service interruptions during this system upgrade.  Users will still be able to search the Internet, and to check out books.  Anyone who needs help or has questions about the upgrade can contact the Reference Desk or the Access Services Desk at the Downtown Campus Library.

MOVING THE BOOKS:

The Health Sciences Library (HSL) is preparing for the construction of the new Health Sciences Library and Center for Learning.  During Phase I, book collections (including reference, new books, and oversized) are being moved to prepare for the renovation.  Journals published before 1980 are being sent to the WVU Libraries Book Depository.  Scanned versions of the articles from these journals will be made available upon request from the Web page at http://www.libraries.wvu.edu/systems/callslip.  For more information on the library construction project, call 293-6810 or visit the construction Web site at http://www.hsc.wvu.edu/library/construction.htm.

 MOUNTAINLAIR GARAGE CLOSING:

The Mountainlair garage closed July 6 for upgrades.  Mid-October is the tentative reopening date.

BLOOD DRIVE:

Earn community service hours by participating in the blood drive:  July 21, John Jones Conference Center, 7 am to 6 pm.  Call 598-4095 for an appointment.  Grateful Life Tour II tie-dyed T-shirts will be available.  The Grateful Life Tour II is an American Red Cross blood drive taking place this summer in 300 cities, including Morgantown.

COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES:

Nursing students are needed by the Mental Health Association to do screenings for head lice, July 19 – July 23, from 9 am to 3 pm.  Please call Kathy Humich at 292-0525 for directions before going.  The screenings will be done in the Friendship Room in the Garlow Building at 224 Garlow St., Morgantown.

Hospice Care is having volunteer training on the following dates:  July 14^th and 15^th  from 8 am  to 2:30 pm at the Baptist Temple in Fairmont.  Please email jzuercher@hospicecarecorp.org or call 599-4200 to reserve a place.

Hospice Care Corporation needs volunteers for the following events:  July 18 – Hole watchers, registration workers, and golfers for the Dr. D.R. Davis Golf Classic; August 1 – Bingo night; August 5 – Driver for the Hospice vehicle at the Reedsville Fair; August 7 – Mon County Greatest Garage Sale; August 9 – 14 – Mon County Fair;  August 17 – Bingo.  If interested call Tracey at 599-4200 or email jzuercher@hospicecarecorp.com.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

A website is available that lists job opportunities in Florida.  Visit http://fnhjg.com/ for more information.

ROOMMATE WANTED:

Female roommate wanted for Fall 2004 semester:  semi-furnished apartment with pool access and parking located within 10 minutes walking distance of Health Sciences Center.  Rent is $350/month and includes all utilities.  Call 599-2874 for more details.

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Office of Student Services

School of Nursing

West Virginia University

304-293-1386 or (toll-free) 1-866-988-6877

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