Employees impacted by the new Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime regulations will receive notices this week. And, university officials have established key dates, timelines and training schedules for supervisors and employees.
Facilities planning and management will install a low-cost, environmentally friendly device to make Lake LaVerne less attractive to Canada geese. The birds (and their mess) ruffle the resident swans' feathers and contribute to the lake's water quality issues.
If approved by the state Board of Regents in December, the proposed higher rates would apply to juniors, seniors and graduate students in animal science, biology, computer science, industrial design and natural resource ecology and management.
The university human resources Fair Labor Standards Act website is a good place to find out more about FLSA changes and how they will impact Iowa State.
Twenty-six black, metal tables were installed earlier this fall across campus, offering faculty, staff and students more places to work, study, eat and relax. Funding was provided by student government.
Already off to a strong start, ISU's "Forever True, For Iowa State" fundraising campaign seeks support for scholarships, faculty support, facilities and programs.
Administrators and units should develop a staffing plan in advance and post operating hours online by the end of the month. An FAQ and list of resources are available to help employees and supervisors with questions about paid and unpaid leave options.
The U.S. Department of Labor says all businesses and universities in the nation must implement new overtime regulations by Dec. 1. Iowa State is working to meet that deadline. Find out how you might be impacted.
