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Summer Work Agreement

May 4, 2021
Memo from Dr. Mark McCormick, President

Greetings Campus Community,

This summer many College offices and departments will follow a four-day work schedule. The general terms are summarized below. For details regarding summer work schedules, please refer to your individual union agreement (attached). Please note that participating employees must work the extended hours noted below, regardless if working on-campus, remotely, or any combination thereof.

• The four-day schedule will begin the week beginning May 17. The first Friday off will be May 21.
• The four-day schedule will end with the week beginning August 16. The last Friday off will be August 20.
• The College will be closed Monday, May 31 for Memorial Day. The workweek for the week beginning May 31 will consist of only three extended days.
• The College will be closed Monday, July 5 for Independence Day. The workweek for the week beginning July 5 will consist of only three extended days.
• Participating departments that require Friday coverage will observe a modified version of the four-day schedule.
• Employees who work a 35-hour workweek will work 8 ¾ hours per work day plus a 30-minute lunch.
• Employees who work a 40-hour workweek will work 10 hours per work day plus a 30-minute lunch.
• During the summer four-day schedule, a full day off equals 1 ¼ days off on time sheets or attendance reports. The individual union agreements clarify how portions of days will be charged.
• In advance of the first week of the four-day schedule, employees may choose to work a standard schedule for four days and use one vacation day for the fifth day. In some cases, employees may alternatively elect to take an unpaid day for the fifth day.
• Departments that provide essential services to students must remain open until 5:45 p.m. during the four-day workweek.

Questions regarding the summer work agreement should be directed to human_resources@middlesexcc.edu.

The Office of Human Resources
Middlesex College

Attachment:     summer-2021-schedule-agreements.pdf

Spring 2021 – Final Grading Information

Due to the extension of the Spring 2021 course withdrawal period through the last day of classes, final grading through Self-Service won’t be available until Wednesday, May 12, after the conclusion of the withdrawal period. Final grading will be kept available until 7:00am on Tuesday, May 18th.

Attached are instructions for entering final grades through Self-Service.

Attachment:     Spring 2021 - Final Grading Information

In Memoriam: Melissa Platt

From: President Mark McCormick
April 28, 2021

It is with great sadness that Middlesex College announces the passing of Melissa Platt. Melissa was a longtime College employee who most recently served as a member of the K-12 Partnerships team. She is survived by her husband, Douglas Platt. Melissa’s mother is Maria DeLucia, retired Professor of Mathematics. Our hearts go out to Melissa’s family, friends and colleagues. Visitation will be Friday at Dooley Colonial Home, 556 Westfield Ave., Westfield, from 4 to 8 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, May 1st at 10 a.m. at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church in Westfield. Both the prayer service and Mass will be livestreamed. See the attached obituary for details.

Attachment:     Melissa Platt Obituary

Call for Submissions to Middlesex: A Literary Journal

Call for Submissions:

Submissions to Middlesex: A Literary Journal are now open to students, faculty, staff and administrators. Established and new writers and artists are encouraged to submit their creative fiction or non-fiction work, such as poetry, short stories, short plays, essays, photographs, and short videos no later than June 1st for the upcoming issue. Research-based work is also welcome. All submissions must be the author/artist’s own original work and must follow ALL submission guidelines. 

If you are interested, simply email MSpano@middlsexcc.edu stating your intent to submit your work and the type of work (please do NOT include/attach the work itself).  Upon receipt of your email, we will add your name to our Canvas journal page and provide access to submission instructions and guidelines. All submissions will be reviewed by our panel of established writers and artists over the summer.

Bonner Leader Program Application Open

Democracy House is currently accepting applications for the 2021-2022 cohort of the Bonner Leader Program! Please review the attached flyer for program information, and encourage any students you think might be a good fit to apply.

Applications are due by July 23rd, 2021.

Please email democracyhouse@middlesexcc.edu with any questions.

Attachment:     Join the Bonner Leader Program Info Flyer

Democracy Houses’ Annual Clothesline Project

Content Warning: The information posted contains topics of sexual assault and violence.

In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Democracy House will be hosting a virtual “Clothesline Project” event. The Clothesline Project is an artistic display to address the issue of sexual and relationship violence that often goes ignored.

The creation of shirts to hang up in a “clothesline” is to increase awareness of the impact of violence and abuse, to honor a survivor’s strength to continue, and to provide another avenue for them to courageously break the silence that often surrounds their experience. Anyone can participate and show their support.

Register with the link below before April 26, receive your virtual t-shirt and decorate!

http://bit.ly/SAAM2021EVENTS

Healthy Perspectives Digest – April 2021

Wellness Coaches, Healthy Perspective Digest (April, 2021). This month’s digest includes:

• Stress Stretch Relief
• The Amazing Egg
• What’s in the Basket
• Chasing Happiness
• Alcoholic Effects
• Breaking the News

Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to incorporate healthy habits into your lifestyle. We hope you enjoy this month’s digest (Please view attachment to read full articles).

Please feel free to reach out with any questions or to schedule a private consultation with Wellness Coach, Deb at dpatetta@wcusa.com. Thanks!

Attachment:     Healthy Perspectives Digest – April 2021

Self-Care / Kindness BINGO Challenge

Taking care of yourself is an act of kindness. Research has shown that being kind to yourself and to others has abundant health benefits.

Prioritize YOURSELF and consider the “Self-care / Kindness BINGO Challenge (April 5th-May, 28th)!”

Earn as many BINGO’s as you can by using any or all attached “BINGO” cards to increase your raffle chances.

Submit to your Wellness Coach, before Friday, May, 28th 2021 for a chance to win a health prize!

For sign-up or more information, please reach out to Wellness Coach, Deb at dpatetta@wcusa.com. Let’s have some FUN! Hope to hear from YOU.

Attachment:     Self-Care BINGO

Attachment:     Benefits of Kindness BINGO