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FAQ
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Answer
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Am
I required to attend?
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Attendance
is not required. The sessions are intended to familiarize new
employees with the campus structure and policies.
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Can
anyone attend?
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All
new academic staff are invited to attend.
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How
can I find out more about the weekly orientation put on by the
Benefits Office?
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Benefits
phone number is (217) 333-3112. You can also visit them online at Benefits.
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I
already went to the Benefits Orientation.
Is this a duplication of that session?
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The
Benefits Orientation is set up to give you in-depth guidance to
enrolling in your benefits package. The Monthly Academic
Orientation is set up to discuss a wider spectrum
of topics. For details, visit the Agenda
page.
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I
am a new employee but I wasn't included in the invitation. Can I
still attend?
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Absolutely.
If your name wasn't included in the initial invitation, you can
simply go to the Registration
page to register.
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I
can't attend, can you send an information packet?
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Absolutely.
Contact our office at (217) 244-9010 and we will be happy to send you a packet.
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I
changed my mind about going. Do I need to do anything?
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It
would be helpful for you to go to the Registration
page again in order to notify us of your change
in plans. This will help us to provide the caterer with an accurate
count.
Once there, choose "Edit Itinerary" and select
"Remove" to cancel your reservation.
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I'm
not new, but I haven't attended a session before. Should I attend?
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If
you believe the topics listed in the agenda would be useful, then
you may register.
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My
colleague is new to the University, but didn't get an invitation.
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Please
ask your colleague to register by using the Registration
page page.
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What
is the dress code?
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Business
casual dress is most common.
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What
if I can't attend the session that is closest to my start date?
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Feel
free to select any session that accommodates your schedule.
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