DAYLIGHT-SAVING TIME CHANGE THIS WEEKEND: MARCH 11TH

Daylight-Saving Time (DST) is the practice of adjusting clocks so that there is more natural daylight in the evenings. Governments often support this program as it is seen as a way to conserve energy by reducing the amount of artificial light utilized during evening hours.

In the U.S. this year, spring daylight-saving will occur this Sunday, March 11th at 2 am. Clocks should be adjusted forward one hour so that 2 am becomes 3 am and you lose one hour of the day on Sunday.

Fall daylight-saving will occur on Sunday, November 4th at 2 am. Clocks will be adjusted back one hour so that 2 am becomes 1 am and you gain an extra hour on that Sunday. You may find the phrase, "'Spring' forward, and 'Fall' back," helpful to remember how to adjust your clocks based on the season.

Change in daylight-saving time requires changes in computing systems

Two years ago, the U.S. Congress voted to extend daylight-saving time as an energy-saving measure. The new daylight-saving time schedule will go into effect on March 11th-instead of April-and will end the first Sunday in November; people across the nation will turn their clocks ahead one hour. The new schedule requires changes to all devices that automatically manage daylight-saving time, with computers and computer applications particularly affected.

Syracuse University's Information Technology and Services (ITS) is in the process of applying the daylight-saving time patch to all central computing systems and services to avoid problems when the change takes effect next week. Departmental computing staff members are similarly working on their local computer systems.

ITS expects that all of SU's central computing systems will operate normally after daylight-saving time goes into effect March 11. However, due to the many system interconnections and other variables related to this process, clients may notice that some applications that are time-sensitive may display incorrect information. Some of these known issues are being addressed for centrally maintained systems, however, clients and departmental computing staff may need to work with local systems.

STUDENTS: All students should ensure that their computers are configured to automatically install operating system updates from the vendor. Microsoft Windows XP and Macintosh OS X both have this feature built in. Make sure the automatic updates feature is "enabled." Additionally, some applications may require updates (particularly calendaring applications). Students should check with software vendors to see if updates are required. For more information, call ITS at 443-2677 or visit one of the ITS Student Computing Support Centers.

FACULTY AND STAFF: Faculty and staff should contact their departmental computing support person with questions or concerns about their departmental computer regarding the daylight-saving time change.

For personally owned computers, or computers that are not supported or maintained by SU departmental computing staff, individuals should apply the steps listed above for students.

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TAX RESOURCES AND SEMINARS AVAILABLE (MAR 15TH & 26TH)

Tax resources are available on the Slutzker Center website. Two tax seminars will also be provided.

Thursday, March 15 from 3 pm-5pm at the Grant Auditorium (Law School)

Monday, March 26 from 3:30 pm- 5:30 pm at the Grant Auditorium (Law School)

Please bring necessary tax forms to the seminar; they will not be provided for you.

*NOTE*: If you worked for Syracuse University in 2006, and did not receive the Form W-2 in the mail, you may go onto MYSLICE and print a copy. Go to Employee Services. Click on HR/Payroll, and you will be able to "View/Reprint my W-2." You must have this W-2 form to be able to complete your federal and state tax obligations if you worked for Syracuse University in 2006

Please be advised-the Slutzker Center specializes in immigration matters, not taxes. If you require additional information or have specific questions, please direct your inquires to an international tax professional.

JOIN THE UNIVERSITY JUDICIAL BOARD/PEER EDUCATION TEAM: APPLICATIONS DUE MARCH 16TH

The University Judicial Board/Peer Education Team provides an opportunity for students to serve the university community, develop life-long skills in facilitating and resolving conflicts, and promote civility and citizenship within the Syracuse University Community.

Applicants must be matriculated full-time undergraduate or graduate students at either Syracuse University or SUNY-ESF. Both on-campus and off-campus students may apply. A grade point average of at least 2.5 is strongly recommended. Syracuse University is comprised of a diverse student body; therefore, students of all backgrounds and interests are encouraged to apply. Disciplinary or academic violations committed at Syracuse University or elsewhere must be disclosed. Prior infractions will not automatically disqualify applicants but are taken into consideration by the selection committee.

Additional information and the application are available at: http://students.syr.edu/judicial/docs/ujb_application.pd

2007 HISAKO FUJITSUKA AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING INTERNATIONAL SERVICE AND CARING: APPLICATION DEADLINE MARCH 23RD

The Slutzker Center for International Services is pleased to announce that on-line applications are available for the 2007 Hisako Fujitsuka Award for Outstanding International Service and Caring. This award is given each year to one or two full-time undergraduate junior or senior international students who have demonstrated exceptional service, commitment, caring, and academic excellence within the Syracuse University community. Student's GPA should be at least 3.4. Two awards may be given, consisting of a certificate and cash prize of $500. A luncheon is hosted by the selection committee for the award recipients and those who write recommendation letters for the winner(s).

If you are interested in applying, you can view information and instructions on how to apply on the Slutzker Center's Website at: http://international.syr.edu/fujitsuka_award.htm

WARNING: OPT COSTS SCHEDULED TO INCREASE!

USCIS has submitted proposed regulations to significantly increase fees related to most type of nonimmigrant and immigrant applications. These increases are due to go into effect sometime in April or early May. They are predicted to almost double the current fees.

Current OPT application costs are $180. If you want to avoid much higher fees then you should review the OPT information on the Slutzker Center website, attend a PT seminar (Wednesdays at 3pm)at the Slutzker Center as soon as possible, and plan to file your application before April.

NOTICE OF BURGLARY ARREST AND TIPS TO PREPARE FOR SPRING BREAK

For the protection and safety of Syracuse University students, faculty, staff and neighbors, SU's Department of Public Safety (DPS) releases the following alert:

In recent weeks, the Syracuse Police Department has investigated several burglaries at apartment houses located in the east neighborhood, specifically Comstock Avenue, Ostrom Avenue and Madison Street. The suspect, a male, was able to enter the dwellings through unlocked doors before he proceeded to search for valuables. In most cases, laptops and other electronic items were stolen. In one case, the suspect was startled by the victims, students, as he strolled through the house.

On the afternoon of Tuesday, March 6, a student arriving home spotted a suspicious male leaving a residence on Euclid Avenue. The student reported the observation to the police, provided them with an accurate description of the subject, and continued to observe him as he proceeded down the street trying doors to other apartment houses. Within minutes, responding police officers had the subject detained in the 700 block of Euclid Avenue. Subsequent investigation resulted in the recovery of two laptops taken from a student's apartment in the 500 block of Euclid Avenue. The suspect was arrested and charged with several felonies and lodged at the Onondaga County Justice Center.

It is important to note that had it not been for the watchful student, and the quick reporting of the information to the 911 Center, the suspect would not have been apprehended and stolen property recovered.

As students prepare to leave for Spring Break, they should remember...

• Lock all interior and exterior doors.


• Secure windows with locking devices.


• Utilize a light timing device.


• Store small valuable items in secure places.


• Draw curtains to the closed position.


• Record serial numbers of electronic equipment, etc.


• Stop the delivery of mail.

IMMEDIATELY report emergencies or suspicious activities, persons and vehicles. For Public Safety, dial 711 (on campus) or #78 (from a cell phone); for the Syracuse Police Department, dial 911.

Your quick report may help prevent others from becoming victims.

QUESTIONS? CONTACT: - Department of Public Safety - 005 Sims Hall - Phone: 443-2224 - Email: - URL: http://publicsafety.syr.edu/silent.html

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY EVENT: MARCH 8TH

Celebrated on the 8th of March, International Women's Day (IWD) is the global day connecting all women around the world and inspiring them to achieve their full potential. IWD celebrates the collective power of women past, present and future. Join women in this collaborative effort from the Neighbors of the Onondaga Nation, Syracuse Peace Council, Onondaga Nation, Syracuse University, Matilda Joslyn Gage Foundation, Raging Grannies and others for a talking circle to celebrate International Women's Day. Women will share stories in the spirit of IWD to honor women's advancement, while diligently recognizing the continued vigilance and action required to ensure that women's equality is gained and maintained in all aspects of life.

“Our Voices in Our Communities: A Women’s Talking Circle”
Date: Thursday, March 8
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: The Warehouse

Reception Catered by Francine Lyons, Onondaga Nation
For additional information, contact Colleen Donovan-Togo (colleendonovan@hotmail.com or 607.743.6137), Regina Jones (rajones@syr.edu or 315.443.0258) or Sue Eiholzer (rsue@twcny.rr)

Reception sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs, Native Student Program

EUROPE WEEK: MARCH 20TH-23RD
The European Research Centers in the Maxwell School are organizing the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome and the establishment of what is today the European Union. Europe Week will take place the week leading up to the anniversary—March 19th to the 23rd. 

In order to raise awareness of Europe and US-Europe relations during this week we will be having several guest speakers, workshops, panels and social events. Included among these will be a student round-table discussion concerning the myths of Europe and America, a workshop concerning EU security issues, panel discussions on the EU and NATO, European film showings and a luncheon in which traditional European fair will be available.

If you are interested in getting involved in any of these events please feel free to contact Christopher Mulkins at cjmulkin@maxwell.syr.edu. A detailed agenda will be available in the near future and will also be distributed.

Let's all celebrate the anniversary of the European Union!!

INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING: APRIL 1ST

Join Recreation Services as we go Indoor Rock Climbing at RockVentures, the largest indoor climbing and teambuilding facility in the Northeast. Join us for 4 hours of exclusive climbing (we shut the place down and have the whole facility to ourselves). This trip will satisfy the beginner and expert climber, as over 40 climbing routes range from easy to expert. All equipment and instruction is included, as well as roundtrip motor coach transportation from SU's College Place.

$10.00 for SU Undergraduate Students
$20.00 for all other SU / ESF ID Card holders

To sign-up, please come into:
Recreation Services
241 Archbold Gym
315-443-4386
http://outdoored.syr.ed

FREE SPRING BREAK BUS SERVICE TO THE AIRPORT AND RAIL/BUS STATION FOR SU STUDENTS

FLYING OUT OF SYRACUSE?: BAGGAGE AND TRAVEL TIPS

SPRING BREAK TRAVEL: PASSPORT REMINDER

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