Welcome to the UHS Staff News Page

For this edition of the newsletter, we’re going to cover:

• The deadline for all A&P performance evaluations to be completed is Friday, September 19, 2025.
• As a reminder, annual PowerDMS trainings are mandatory, and the due date was August 13th. If they have not been completed, employees can log in here to complete the trainings:  https://powerdms.com/ui/login.aspx?siteID=FSUHS 

“Believe you can and you’re halfway there.”

Theodore Roosevelt

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Directors Corner

July 2025

As we step into the Fall 2025 semester, I’m excited for all that we have in store. With move-in starting, there is new energy on campus, and I’m grateful to be part of a team so committed to student well-being.

Before our recent Professional Development Day, we had the pleasure of hosting a mixer with our colleagues from CAPS. It was heartening to see staff from both departments come together in a fun-filled, collegial setting. These moments of connection—outside our daily routines—are essential for strengthening relationships and fostering collaboration. Thank you to everyone who attended and shared feedback. We are looking forward to hosting similar gatherings in the future.

Professional Development Day itself was a great reminder of the care and dedication each of you brings to our students and to one another. From breakout sessions with campus partners to strategic planning updates and recognition ceremonies, the day reflected our shared commitment to growth, resilience, and excellence.

I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation to those who supported Orientation and other areas across the Health Center this summer. We paused OPS support this summer when no full time staff chose the 9- or 10-month appointment option. This initiative was still an important step toward addressing the seasonal reduction in patient demand and exploring sustainable staffing models. I recognize the learning curve involved and thank you for stepping into new roles with grace. We remain open to creative staffing solutions, including 9- or 10-month appointments, and welcome your ideas. Moving forward, we’ll ensure all staff are equipped with the information and training needed to assist across departments. And the offer still stands—if anyone is interested in a 9- or 10-month appointment, we will continue to consider this option for future positions, especially given the seasonal nature of college health.

Thank you to those of you who chose to take your vacations over the summer, allowing you to be fully present during the fall and spring semesters when student demand is highest. And for those who took extended time off this summer—thank you for adapting to the seasonal nature of our work.

Cross-training continues to be a priority, especially in areas like health insurance. A foundational understanding of insurance empowers us to provide comprehensive care and ensures we’re not overly reliant on a single team. I appreciate your efforts to support this initiative and encourage everyone to build confidence in answering basic insurance questions.

Our strategic planning efforts are gaining momentum, aligning our goals with both the Division of Student Affairs and the broader university mission. I’m proud that Hannah and I had the opportunity to share our process at the national ACHA conference, and I look forward to the next steps in our planning journey.

Finally, I want to recognize the incredible work you’ve done around trauma-informed care. Your participation in training—especially those who completed the full 10-hour course—demonstrates a deep commitment to fostering a psychologically safe environment. Special thanks to Angi Yoder Maina and the Resilience Institute for guiding us through some important discussions at our Professional Development Day. I enjoyed the conversations, hearing about some great ideas and with Angi’s help, I’m looking forward to reviewing all of the great ideas that came from the tables and look forward to seeing how together we can implement these ideas and continue becoming trauma-aware and resilience focused.

As we kick off the new semester, let’s keep leaning into the collaboration, flexibility, and care that make this team so special. I’m excited for what’s ahead and grateful to be on this journey with all of you.

Best,

Amy

Meet the Staff: (Under Construction)

We’re excited to welcome new members to the UHS team! Get to know them below:

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If you see them around, be sure to say hello and give them a warm welcome!

Staff Accolades

Here are notable awards/events from UHS team members

Amy Magnuson, Ph.D.

March 2025: Charles F. Bohmann Award

Named in recognition of a true administrator, this award represents the highest honor of the Southern College Health Association (SCHA). It is presented to individuals who have dedicated their careers to advancing college health and providing service to both SCHA and the American College Health Association (ACHA).

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All Staff Retreat Awards

The awards ceremony for the All Staff Retreat Awards has concluded, and the list of recipients will be provided below!

Here are the awards and their descriptions for reference:

• Above & Beyond This award recognizes a staff member that consistently performs beyond the duties in their job description. Provides exceptional service with a positive attitude without expectation of recognition. Nominee must be employed at least half-time status.
• Calmer of Storms demonstrates consistent exceptional customer service and has the ability to keep customer relations smooth. Exhibits a positive attitude towards students, staff, and their work. Nominee must be employed at least half-time status.
• Visionary Employee is innovative and committed to the vision of UHS. Initiates ideas and engages in projects that produce a positive change in the Department, Division and/or University. Nominee must be employed at least half-time status.
• Helping Hand Demonstrates a cooperative and collaborative workstyle. Fosters teamwork and displays willingness to help others throughout UHS. Nominee must be employed at least half-time status.
• Impact Recognizes service contributions to the community. Employee has made a positive impact on the local community through service projects either at work or in their personal life. Nominee must be employed at least half-time status.
• All for One & One for All This award recognizes a team or work group that demonstrates cooperation, collaboration and teamwork that reflects the mission of UHS. These individuals pull together, encourage & support one another through challenges, both large & small. Nominee must be employed at least half-time status.
• Leadership This award recognizes an employee who demonstrates initiative by seeking opportunities to assist other staff members who may be new or less experienced, through training and mentor-ship. Nominee must be employed at least half-time status.
• Behind the Scenes For the “Unsung Hero”. Recognizes an employee who works hard every day to make sure students and/or staff have a great experience at UHS. This staff member may take on roles and complete tasks that others may not always see, but are important none the less. Nominee must be employed at least half-time status.
• Carolyn McCain Sunshine This award is in honor of Carolyn McCain, LPN; it recognizes a staff member who is approachable and demonstrates an optimistic “can do” attitude towards patients, staff and their work. This employee has the ability to motivate & encourage others, even in the most difficult situations. Nominee must be employed at least half-time status.
• Project with a Purpose A team or individual project that builds bridges and strengthens relationships within UHS and FSU to cultivate well-being.

Here are the recipients of each award:

Congratulations to all the recipients of the All Staff Retreat awards! Thank you, your hard work and dedication are truly commendable. You embody the values of UHS and contribute significantly to our success :) Thank you for your outstanding contributions, and here's to the entire UHS staff for their ongoing commitment and passion. Well done!