At the union's request, the implementation of the new job classification system is on hold until a pay structure in negotiated in talks late next year.

To take part in the spring session, interested employees must attend the initial meeting to get information on the program and sign up for further sessions.

Alkaline batteries can be thrown out with regular trash because they are not considered hazardous waste and have very little commercial recycling value.

With four dean searches underway, candidates for all of them could be on campus at the same time in the weeks following spring break.

The UO is a qualified employer under the federal program, so employees who have made 120 payments on their student loans can apply.