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Combined Federal Campaign Kick-Off

A kick-off rally for the Combined Federal Campaign will be held on Thursday, Oct. 10 inthe Bldg 8 auditorium.

 

No Space and Cosmic Ray Physics Seminar Due to Holiday

For info: Please call Ramin Sina at (301) 405-4860 or go to the following website: http://space.umd.edu/seminars/Fall_2002_Seminar.html

Wellness Seminar on Nutrition

What: The Goddard Health Unit is proud to present a Wellness Seminar on Nutrition. The presenter will be Robert A. Rifkin, Director of the White Flint Medical and Natural Healing Center in Rockville, Maryland.

Dr. Rifkin is a graduate of the Northwestern College of Chiropractic, Bloomington, Minnesota. He has post-graduate education in Acupuncture, Herbology/
Homeopathy, Spinal/Extremity Rehabilitation, Disability and Impairment Rating and Nutrition. Dr. Rifkin is licensed in the State of Maryland in Chiropractic and Physical Therapy. He is a member of numerous professional organizations.

Dr. Rifkin's presentation will focus on using diet and other natural supplements to correct and prevent illness. Mark this on your calendar. Join us, feel free to bring your lunch and your questions.

When/Where: Tues, Oct 15, bldg 1, room E100B at 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.

Director's Colloquium

Who: Mr. Kevin Asbjörnson, pianist, composer and Yamaha artist will perform his Artistry of Leadership program. This program explores leadership as an art, integrating original, contemporary piano music. The experience offers us the opportunity to explore the importance and use of multiple intelligences and creative talents.

When/Where: Wed, Oct 23, small group conversation from 2:00 a.m. -3:30 p.m. in Building 3 Goett Auditorium.

For more details, go to: http://workforce.gsfc.nasa.gov/b2k.html


NATO-RTO Lecture Series

What: NASA Ames Research Center is proud to once again host a NATO-RTO Lecture Series. This year's topic is "Applications, Concepts and Technologies for Future Tactical UAVs." The lecture Series is intended to facilitate development and evaluation of meaningful UAV system design (not the air vehicle itself) and application criteria and to provide guidance regarding future directions in tactical UAV system architectures, mechanization, and technologies to enhance overall force structure affordability. Emerging technologies and future systems concepts in concert with the existing experience base are presented. Pertinent system design considerations, trade-offs and alternatives for exploiting the full potential of UAVs will be addressed.

When/Where: October 29-30, 2002 at the Crowne Plaza Cabana Hotel in Palo Alto, Calif. To reserve your room, call the hotel at (888)-422-2264, ext. 114/157 before October 18. After this date, availability and rate cannot be guaranteed. Be sure to mention the "NATO Lecture Series" to receive the special government rate of $150/night.

For more info: If you have any questions, contact Marcia Redmond, mredmond@mail.arc.nasa.gov. You may either send the following information to Marcia, or register online at http://www.nas.nasa.gov/nato-uav. Be sure to check this site for the latest updates to this event.

12th Annual Fall Crafts Fair

Need something for that special gift, or just to be good to yourself? Don't miss our great Fall Crafts Fair in the Bldg. 8 Auditorium from 10 a.m.until 2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct 17. Terrific one-of-a-kind items made by over 30 crafters (Goddard employees and their families/friends) including: Handmade chocolates, gemstone and crystal jewelry, woodcrafts, quilts, stained glass, Native American themed items, paintings, photography, flowers, linens, exotic wood pens/pencils, knitted/crocheted clothing, baskets, costumes, Indian baby hammocks, holiday items and more!

The 2002 Goddard Seminar Series on Race, Power and Privilege

What: Employees are invited to an in-depth learning experience for those who want to develop skills and perspectives helpful for managing change in the work setting leading to equity at all levels of function. During the seminars, the invited presenters, all experts in the domains of history, ethnography, law, and ethnic/racial/social dynamics, will discuss with seminar attendees and participants all aspects of the exploration of real and perceived concepts of race, power and privilege.

When/Where:
Dr. Joseph Brent, Wednesday, October 30, 2002 - Bldg.26 in Rm. 205 at 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Lunch from 11:30 - 12:30) Theme: The Social Positions and Cycles of Dominance and Subordination

***Dr. Frank Wu, Tuesday, November 19, 2002 - Bldg. 26 in Rm. 205 at 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Theme: Race in America Beyond Black and White
*** Please Note: This seminar is only open to AETD Management and their invitees.

 

Upcoming Training

Course Catalog: http://ohr/DevGuide/Catalog.htm

October 2002

Individual Development Planning (IDP) Workshop
Oct 16, 9:00-11:30; Oct. 24, 1:00-3:30. For Employees Contact: Tracey White 6-7823 or Nichole Richmond 6-5757

Individual Development Planning (IDP) Workshop
Oct. 22 9:00-11:00. For Supervisors Contact: Tracey White 6-7823 or Nichole Richmond 6-5757

Performance Feedback and Coaching Skills Development
Oct. 17, 18, 31; Nov. 1, 18, 20. Bldg. 1 Rm. E100D and
Oct. 15. Bldg. 1 Rm. E100E. 8:30-4:00
This workshop will help managers develop and communicate measurable performance criteria and accountability standards necessary for advancement consideration. Special emphasis will be placed on determining the appropriate "style" based on employee performance.
*To register, mail a training request to Diane Severn Code 111 x6-4121

Two Satellite-Based Training Courses:
Interconnecting Windows, UNIX and Macintosh Systems (LIVE) Oct. 18. 11-5:00 Contact: Pam Barrett 6-7285 or Sherry Tharpe 6-6533
Microsoft .Net Demystified (LIVE) Oct. 22. 11-1:00
Contact: Pam Barrett 6-7285 or Sherry Tharpe 6-6533

Linkage Leadership Series: Howard Schultz on Leadership Oct. 22. 11:00-12:30. Contact: Diane Severn 6-4121 or Jim Regan 6-8851

New Supervisor Overview Oct. 23. 8:30-4:30 Bldg. 1 Rm. B6. Contact: Diane Severn 6-4121 or Jim Regan 6-8851

Satellite-Based Training Course: Negotiating Skill for Technologists Oct. 23. 1-3:00. Contact: Pam Barrett 6-7285 or Sherry Tharpe 6-6533

Satellite-Based Training Course: Managing Change (LIVE) Oct. 29. 11-1:00.
Contact: Pam Barrett 6-7285 or Sherry Tharpe 6-6533

Learn to Fly: Realizing Your Potential Oct. 30. 9:00-5:00 and 7 afternoon sessions:
Nov. 6, 13, 20, 26 + Dec.4, 11, 18. 12:30-4:30.
Contact: Tracey White 6-7823 or Nichole Richmond 6-5757

November 2002

Performance Feedback and Coaching Skills Development No Website
Nov. 1, 18, 20. Bldg. 1 Rm. E100D. 8:30-4:00
This workshop will help managers develop and communicate measurable performance criteria and accountability standards necessary for advancement consideration. Special emphasis will be placed on determining the appropriate "style" based on employee performance.
*To register, mail a training request to Diane Severn Code 111 x6-4121

Life Safety Code Nov. 5-7. 8:30-4:30 Contact: Jeannine Womack 6-6118 or Matt Jarvis 6-4126 No website

Valuation of Intellectual Properties (Civil Servants only)
Contact: Dale Hithon 6-2691
Two day course. November 13. 8:00-4:30 and November 14. 8:00-12:00.
This course identifies the methods for valuing a technology by outlining strategies for determining the net present value of the business the technology supports and the portion of profits that can be attributed to the technology. The Relief from Royalty and Technology Factor valuation methods are examined thoroughly.

Individual Development Planning (IDP) Workshop
Nov. 5. 1:00-3:30 For Supervisors
Bldg. 1 Rm. B6 Contact: Tracey White 6-7823 or Nichole Richmond 6-5757

Linkage Leadership Series: Marcus Buckingham on Great Management
Nov. 20. 11:00-12:30. Contact: Diane Severn 6-4121 or Jim Regan 6-8851

Valuation of Intellectual Properties (Civil Servants only)
Two-day course. November 13. 8:00-4:30 and November 14. 8:00-12:00.
This course identifies the methods for valuing a technology by outlining strategies for determining the net present value of the business the technology supports and the portion of profits that can be attributed to the technology. The Relief from Royalty and Technology Factor valuation methods are examined thoroughly.
Contact: Dale Hithon 6-2691

Software System Safety
Nov. 19-22. 8:30-4:30 Contact: Jeannine Womack 6-6118 or Matt Jarvis 6-4126
No website

Individual Development Planning (IDP) Workshop
Nov. 19. 9:00-11:30 For Employees. Bldg. 1 Rm. E100D
Contact: Tracey White 6-7823 or Nichole Richmond 6-5757