[Cuga] JLab Weekly Briefs - a message from Kandice Carter

[Kandice Carter]

To access the full version of the JLab Weekly Briefs, visit: https://www.jlab.org/news/briefs/latest 

November 30 Briefs Excerpts: 

Research Planned for Unique Spinning Nuclei Nets Prize 
Elena Long, a postdoctoral research associate at the University of New Hampshire, has been awarded the 2016 Jefferson Science Associates Postdoctoral Research Prize for plans to build and test a new kind of target that will allow scientists to explore the physics of spinning nuclei. Read more about her research here: https://www.jlab.org/news/releases/research-planned-unique-spinning-nuclei-nets-prize 

Bicycles and Golf Carts Are Not Allowed on Walking Paths 
A recent update to the Administrative Manual, Section 301.06, Traffic and Parking Management, clearly states that bicycles and golf carts are not to be ridden or driven on established walking paths on the Jefferson Lab site, except when necessary for direct access to existing charging stations or bicycle racks. It's expected that all staff, Users and subcontractors will abide by the policy. You may read the full policy here: https://mis.jlab.org/mis/apps/portal/admin_manual/viewDocument.cfm?documentId=77117 

Two-Factor Authentication Cryptocard System Outage on Thursday Evening 
There will be an outage of the Cryptocard (Safenet) tokens on Thursday, Dec. 1, starting at 5:30 p.m., in an effort to clean up some dependencies on old hardware. The one-time password (OTP) tokens, as well as the cell phone MP-1 tokens, will not work for authentication starting at 5:30 p.m. All tokens will start working again no later than 6:30 p.m. If you believe you will need to log in to a Linux system between 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. on Thursday that requires you to use your OTP token, plan to log in prior to 5:30 p.m. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the IT Division Helpdesk at helpdesk at jlab.org or x7155. 

Tornado Warning Siren Test Set for 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 2 
Jefferson Lab's tornado warning siren will undergo its monthly operational test at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 2. Don't respond to the siren; this is a test of the siren system and not a personnel response exercise. Individuals planning to be in the Central Materials Storage Area (where the siren is located) while the test is taking place must have with them and wear two layers of hearing protection. 

Nominate A Colleague for the 2017 Outstanding Nuclear Physicist Award 
JSA is now accepting nominations for the 2017 Outstanding Nuclear Physicist Award, which recognizes individuals who have made outstanding and sustained contributions, including technical achievements, to experimental and/or theoretical research related to the nuclear physics program at Jefferson Lab. The biennial award consists of a certificate and a $10,000 honorarium, presented to the honoree at the Jefferson Lab Annual Users Group meeting. Deadline for submissions is Jan. 31, 2017. See details and poster online: http://www.jsallc.org/IF/17ONPAward.html 

Toys for Tots Toy Drive 
Jefferson Lab will again participate in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve's annual Toys for Tots toy drive. Bring your new, unwrapped toy donations for children 1-12 years old. Collection boxes are available near the main entrances of several major Jefferson Lab buildings. The toy donations will be delivered to the Marines on Dec. 10 at the JAG Children’s Holiday Party. 

Holiday Party on Dec. 10 for Jefferson Lab Children and the Young at Heart 
The JAG Children’s Holiday Party is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 10, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the CEBAF Center lobby. All employees, contractors, users and their children are invited. Families are encouraged to bring a new, unopened toy for the Toys for Tots toy drive. Get your child’s picture taken with Santa Claus. Come and enjoy holiday-themed games, crafts and light snacks. All children must be accompanied by an adult. 

Volunteers Needed for the JAG Holiday Party 
Volunteers are needed to help with the JAG Holiday Party as Bounce House, Craft Table, Food Room and Santa's Helper Elves. Adults and older children planning to attend the party are asked to consider signing up to help for one hour during the party. Sign up online today: https://misportal.jlab.org/webTools/jag_events/2016_holiday_party 

Ready, Set, Hang Those Decorations 
JAG is also sponsoring a Holiday Office Door/Cubicle Decorating Contest. Prizes will be awarded for the Best Overall, Most Original, and Geekiest. All employees, users and contractors with an office or cubicle at Jefferson Lab may enter the contest (individuals and groups). To enter, you must email JAG Chair Mary Jo Bailey at mbailey at jlab.org, or call x7277 by 5 p.m. Dec. 16. Include your name(s), building number and office/cube location. Judging will take place Dec. 19. Winning entries will be announced Dec. 20. For more information, see the poster: https://www.jlab.org/jag/archive/2016/holiday/CubeDecoratingContest_web-01.pdf 

Sentara Mobile Mammography Unit On-Site January 13 
The Sentara Mobile Mammography Unit will be here at Jefferson Lab on January 13, 2017, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. It will be stationed in the ARC parking lot. Mammography detects breast cancer, and The American Cancer Society recommends that women with an average risk of breast cancer should undergo regular screening mammography starting at age 45. It only takes 15 minutes! This service is open to all employees as well as their family members or friends, since personal health insurances will be billed. To make an appointment, call 757-261-5420 and select option 1. 

Check the Lost and Found for Your Missing Stuff 
The CEBAF Center Reception Desk doubles as the Jefferson Lab Lost and Found collection point. If you’ve lost or misplaced any item over the last few months, please visit the Reception Desk to see if the item has been turned in to Lost and Found. A range of items are currently in Lost and Found, including jewelry, jackets and glasses. In addition, a bottle of medication was found before the Thanksgiving break; this item can be claimed from Occupational Medicine in the Support Service Center. To see if your missing items are in the Lost and Found, visit the CEBAF Center Reception Desk during normal business hours, Monday through Friday. 

Santa’s Sleigh Dogs Deliver Donations to Mayflower Marathon Food Drive 
Read about the successful food drive at the link: https://www.jlab.org/wehearthat 

To access the full version of the JLab Weekly Briefs, visit: https://www.jlab.org/news/briefs/latest 
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