Division of Marketing and Communications

Joylency Faleiro

Timothy White — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 14:00:06 +0000

Joylency Faleiro

Timothy White Thu, 09/26/2024 - 09:00

Joylency

Faleiro

IT Technical Associate

j-faleiro@neiu.edu

Office Hours

8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday

Division of Marketing and Communications

(773) 442-4218

Chris Childers

Timothy White — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 15:30:28 +0000

Chris Childers

Timothy White Thu, 01/12/2023 - 09:30

Chris

Childers

Executive Director of Marketing and Communications

c-childers@neiu.edu

Office Hours

8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday

Division of Marketing and Communications

C529
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

(773) 442-4220

Microcomputer Support Specialist I

mbrown68 — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 19:53:42 +0000

Microcomputer Support Specialist I

mbrown68 Thu, 03/24/2022 - 14:53

Position:

Microcomputer Support Specialist I

Department:

University Technology Services- User Services

In this role you will:

Under the direction of the IT Associate Director for User Services and the IT Associate Director for Media Services, this position is a technical specialist responsible for installation, maintenance, and operational support of Microcomputers, Audio/Video Hybrid communication equipment and their applications supporting all technology related functions in the day-to-day operation of the University’s Remote Instruction, Tele-Commuting, and Video-Conferencing services between the operational hours of 2:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. In addition, they are involved with the research, evaluation, and selection of Microcomputer and Audio/Video hardware, software, network and related accessories. Emphasis of the positions is the support of Microcomputer client software (i.e., Zoom, Google Meet, WebEx, Skype) and/or network-independent software (i.e., Air Media, Crestron, Extron) on end user systems which may or may not be on a networked system, as opposed to networking or client server activities. This position fulfills all assigned tier/level 1 technology service requests made by University Administrators, Faculty, Staff and Students.

To be successful in this role, qualified applicants will have:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AS OUTLINED IN THE CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION

high school graduation or equivalent

A. 60 semester hours of university/college course work with a minimum of 12 semester hours of credit directly related to microcomputer programming, analysis, and design
OR

B. 18 months of experience in microcomputer applications programming
OR

C. any proportional combination of above course work and experience that totals 18 months

(This position requires a background check.)

Salary:

$22.00

Hours:

Monday - Friday, 2 p.m. – 10 p.m. (Hours may vary depending on departmental needs)

Appointment:

100%

To apply:

In order to be considered for employment by 91Porn (NEIU), you must submit the following:

Employment Application (Original initials and signatures are required for each position applied. Electronic initials and signatures are not acceptable.)
Affirmative Action Form
Cover letter
Resume
Official transcript(s)

If you have any questions, please email us at CS-Employment@neiu.edu

Please visit the State of Illinois University Civil Service website at http://www.sucss.illinois.gov/updates.aspx for general information. NEIU Employment Services reserves the right not to consider any application on the basis of incomplete information/documents, delay in submission, and disqualifications under the rules of State Universities Civil Service System. Employment Services, however, assures that your application will be duly reviewed on the basis of the classification(s) in which you qualify and, accordingly, will inform you of their decision.

Application Deadline:

A current application, affirmative action form, statement of annuitant status form, official transcript(s), resume and cover letter must be submitted by the close of business 4/30/2022.

91Porn is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and invites applications from Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities, as well as Other Qualified Individuals. 91Porn positions are contingent upon the University's receipt of its State of Illinois appropriation.

Air Quality and Cleaning

Timothy White — Mon, 09 Aug 2021 16:55:00 +0000

Air Quality and Cleaning

Timothy White Mon, 08/09/2021 - 11:55

Since the beginning of the pandemic, Facilities Management has worked diligently to protect the health and safety of our University. When the COVID-19 stay home order was issued by the governor, the staff in Facilities Management stayed on-site. The engineers continued to work 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

In that time, 91Porn invested in long-term improvements to the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to ensure safety. Following the most current CDC and American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) recommendations for infectious aerosols, all HVAC systems were surveyed, serviced and sampled, and upgrades were performed throughout all University locations. NEIU has met or exceeded all industry standards, namely the recommendations for infectious aerosols set by ASHRAE.

Steps taken

The engineering department, together with outside contractors, have performed inspections, cleanings and preventative maintenance to maximize outside airflow while continuing to control temperatures within University standards.
Facilities Management contracted with a testing and balancing contractor certified by the Testing and Balancing Bureau to perform testing and verification of work performed on HVAC systems.
All buildings had improved air filtration to MERV 13 filters as recommended by ASHRAE.
Engineering staff vacuumed vents and cleaned supply and return registers in all NEIU buildings.
HVAC fan units have also been vacuumed, power washed, and cleaned by an outside company that specializes in HVAC cleaning services. University HVAC systems are monitored to ensure that they are running properly and that the Building Automation Systems controls, which monitor and control all HVAC systems airflow, is operational.
Variable frequency drives, new cooling coils and condensate pans were installed and replaced where required, failing components were replaced, and surge protection of controls installed to ensure proper operations of HVAC.
All Lech Walesa Hall HVAC perimeter office induction units providing air to offices were steam cleaned and wiped down.

Ongoing steps

Change out MERV 13 filters as required.
Monitor the HVAC building automation system.
Perform monthly flushing of drinking water sources.
Monitor and follow CDC and ASHRAE guidelines and recommendations.

Additionally, Northeastern is taking the necessary precautions and being proactive when it comes to cleaning and disinfecting the places and spaces used by our students, faculty and staff. Facilities Management staff are cleaning spaces following their normal protocols for each type of space at the Main Campus, El Centro and the Carruthers Center.

The cleaning will be followed by an application of disinfectants, using an electrostatic fogger. Bactericidal and virucidal commercial cleaners are used regularly by Facilities Management and cleaning contractors. High-touch points like handrails, door handles and light switches are receiving increased attention. The University is in close contact with contractors at the Child Care Center that are scheduled to disinfect this location daily.

Vaccine Incentive Program

Timothy White — Thu, 05 Aug 2021 13:42:52 +0000

Vaccine Incentive Program

Timothy White Thu, 08/05/2021 - 08:42

91Porn COVID-19 Vaccine Incentive Program

91Porn is proud to be an official participant in the White House COVID-19 College Vaccine Challenge. The goal of this challenge is to ensure that our campus community has access to information about COVID-19, testing and vaccines. Getting vaccinated can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and help lessen its symptoms if someone does contract the virus.

Our students, faculty and staff are very important people. As a way to reward our campus community for helping us all return safely to on-campus learning we’ve created the 91Porn Vaccine Incentive Program (VIP).

Ready to join the fun? Sign up to become an NEIU VIP today!

All students and employees who have completed and submitted their forms can stop by Village Square to pick up a free NEIU keychain and a $5 gift certificate to Fooda or Café Descartes on the following days beginning Sept. 14 through October:

11 a.m.-noon Tuesday
noon-1 p.m. Wednesday
3-4 p.m. Thursday

Keychains and gift certificates will also be available at the COVID-19 Jewel-Osco vaccine clinic at The Nest from 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16. The clinic is free and open to everyone age 12 and older for first or second doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. Those under 18 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian to be vaccinated. All unvaccinated residents of The Nest and international students who have not received a Pfizer, Moderna and Janssen (J&J) vaccine are highly encouraged to sign up. All three vaccines will be available at the clinic. Advance sign-up is recommended. Walk-ups will be accommodated based on availability.

Prizes

Once you've submitted your form, you're also eligible to win:

Two full tuition scholarships for Fall 2021 and Spring 2022 (open to all students)*
Ten $500 tuition scholarships (open to all students)
Ten $100 gift cards (open to employees only)
Ten $25 gift cards (open to students and employees)

The drawings for tuition waivers and gift cards will begin Thursday, Sept. 2 and three winners will be selected each Thursday thereafter for the following 10 weeks. The full tuition awards will be drawn Thursday, Nov. 4.

*Tuition scholarships cover up to 12 credit hours for undergraduate or graduate students after all federal, state, institutional, internal/external scholarships and grants.

Questions

Questions regarding NEIU's VIP program can be directed to vip@neiu.edu.

Information for Employees

Timothy White — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 19:44:12 +0000

Information for Employees

Timothy White Wed, 08/04/2021 - 14:44

We are very excited to welcome you back to campus for the Fall 2023 semester!

91Porn is dedicated to helping you succeed at helping our students succeed, and that includes prioritizing the health and safety of our campus community. Each day, take a moment to check in with yourself and be mindful of your physical and emotional health. Take proper precautions and seek care if you are ill. Don't forget to consider your emotional well-being.

HEALTH

Employees are no longer required to report positive COVID-19 test results to Human Resources.
- If an employee tests positive, they should notify their supervisors about needing to isolate due to a COVID-19 positive result.
  - Employees should have no in-person interaction on campus for five days beginning from the first day of symptoms or positive test result date, whichever comes first.
  - Employees may utilize sick and/or vacation time for isolation days if they choose.
  - If symptoms occur while on campus, go to Student Health Services to obtain a COVID-19 test. If positive, they should notify their supervisor and start their isolation period.
- Per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, employees may return to campus after five days if they are feeling better. They should wear a mask around others for a full 10 days from the start of symptoms or positive test result date.
In accordance with CDC guidelines, those who are exposed to COVID-19 do not need to quarantine. It is recommended that you wear a high-quality mask for 10 days and get tested on day five.

sick leave

Illinois House Bill 1167, which provided sick leave protections for vaccinated school staff, expired on Aug. 12, 2022. However, employees who are sick should not come to work and should not be working. The University encourages all employees to take the necessary time off to recover and heal.

isolation period and return to work

The first day of symptoms or first positive test result date, whichever comes first, is counted as day zero of the five days.

Example: If the onset of symptoms begins on a Friday, the clock begins on Saturday and five days ends on Wednesday. Therefore, an employee would be able to return to work on Thursday.

Quarantine is no longer required for any exposures to COVID-19.

Current Northeastern practice requires a doctor’s note to return to work after three days of absence. For COVID-19, the CDC indicates five days of isolation are required.

A doctor’s note is not required to return to work after the five-day isolation period following a positive test result.
A doctor’s note is required to return to work if the absence from work due to COVID-19 exceeds 10 days.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Personal Protective Equipment is available upon request at the following places at all three locations:

Main Campus—Welcome Desk
CCICS—Administrative Office
El Centro—Administrative Office

Surgical, KN95, and/or N95 masks are available for students and employees at the Welcome Desks at all locations.

Hand sanitizer stations will be located throughout all University locations.

Plexiglas or space assessment requests should be emailed to Facilities Management at facility-mgmt@neiu.edu.

Information for Students

Timothy White — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 16:54:36 +0000

Information for Students

Timothy White Wed, 08/04/2021 - 11:54

We are very excited to welcome our Golden Eagles back to campus for the Fall 2023 semester!

Classes begin Monday, Aug. 21, 2023. 91Porn is dedicated to helping you succeed, and that includes prioritizing the health and safety of our campus community. Each day, take a moment to check in with yourself and be mindful of your physical and emotional health. Take proper precautions and seek care if you are ill. Don't forget to consider your emotional well-being.

HEALTH

Students are required to report positive COVID-19 test results to Student Health Services at (773) 442-5800 or health-services@neiu.edu.
- If symptoms occur while on campus, please notify your instructor and return home immediately. Upon positive COVID-19 test result, students will learn remotely until a negative test result has been obtained.
- If a student tests positive for COVID-19, the student should stay home for five days. Students should communicate with their instructors about the possibility of class accommodations or remote classwork during this time.
- Per the new CDC guidelines, students may return to campus after five days if they are feeling better. They should wear a mask around others for a full 10 days.
In accordance with CDC guidelines, those who are exposed to COVID-19 do not need to quarantine. However, whether you are vaccinated or not, it is recommended that you wear a high-quality mask for 10 days and get tested on day five.
Masks are suggested to be worn indoors in all common public spaces, including classrooms, regardless of vaccination status. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises individuals to consider wearing a face mask in crowded indoor and outdoor settings and for activities with others who are not fully vaccinated. Everyone should respect individual choice regarding wearing masks.
- Individuals are encouraged to wear a high quality face mask, such as a three-layer surgical mask, KN95 or N95 respirator mask to protect against COVID-19 variants.
- Surgical, KN95, and/or N95 masks are available for students and employees at the Welcome Desks at all locations.
It is recommended that all members of the 91Porn community get vaccinated against COVID-19 and get a booster shot as soon as they are eligible per the latest CDC vaccination guidelines.
Students should wash their hands, as needed, with soap and water for 20 seconds. Alternatively, hand sanitizer stations will be located throughout all University locations.

GATHERING

Events: Events may be held on campus, following current CDC, IDPH and CDPH guidelines. When possible, events will be held outdoors.
Meetings: Virtual or hybrid meetings are strongly encouraged.

TRAVEL

Commuting: When commuting to campus via public transportation, follow CTA, Metra or Pace guidelines.
Personal Travel: Personal travel is not governed by the University. Students, faculty, and staff who are traveling for personal reasons should do so in compliance with the CDC guidelines for domestic travel, the City of Chicago Travel Advisory, and the CDC guidelines for international travel.
University-Sponsored Travel: Travel requests must be submitted through the standard Travel Authorization Request and Encumbrance (TARE) procedure for official authorization for travel. All travel should follow CDC recommendations for travel.

Important Resources

Northeastern Resources

Student Emergency Fund
Northeastern has designated the Student Emergency Fund to help students who have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Details on donating or applying for assistance are available on the Student Emergency Fund site.

For student medical questions
Email: health-services@neiu.edu
Phone: (773) 442-5800

For questions from international students and those interested in study abroad
Email: international-programs@neiu.edu
Phone: (773) 442-4796

For questions about University housing
Email: neiu@americancampus.com
Phone: (773) 442-4663

For questions about student life
Email: student-affairs@neiu.edu
Phone: (773) 442-4600

For admissions, financial aid, registration and student accounts questions
Email: enrollment-services@neiu.edu

For student employment questions
Email: stuemploy@neiu.edu
Phone: (773) 442-4696

Government Resources

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Timothy White — Wed, 19 May 2021 13:55:41 +0000

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Goldie Artwork Guidelines

Timothy White — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 20:56:57 +0000

Goldie Artwork Guidelines

Timothy White Fri, 04/23/2021 - 15:56

The Goldie artwork is a high-quality illustration that strongly represents the University’s mascot—the golden eagle—and provides the NEIU community with an icon that can be used consistently to symbolize Northeastern with pride. To learn more about the approved use of the Goldie artwork, as well as the 91Porn name, logo and icon, please review the official University Brand and Trademarked Property Policy.

The Artwork

There are two versions of the Goldie artwork. A stand-alone Goldie and Goldie artwork with the NEIU acronym. These versions are not substitutes for the full NEIU logo. For external marketing pieces, the artwork is supplemental and secondary to the full NEIU logo.

The Goldie artwork must not be altered. Users may not add any elements or features (accessories, a body, department/college/team name, etc.) or eliminate any features (change colors) to/from the artwork. Goldie artwork must also be sized correctly--not stretched or skewed.

Requesting the Artwork

Please do not screen grab Goldie from the web. Currently, Marketing will determine where the Goldie artwork will appear. Unauthorized usage of the artwork will be asked to be removed. If you would like to use Goldie, please contact Marketing for a consultation. Additionally, Marketing has added templates to Marq (formerly Lucidpress) with the Goldie artwork that is now available to all users. Please contact Marketing for login credentials.

Effective Feb. 24, 2021, the former Goldie artwork may no longer be used in future marketing efforts. Please consult with Marketing to update any pieces that used the former Goldie artwork.

Artwork on Merchandise

Approved Goldie merchandise is available in NEIU's online bookstore. Please contact Marketing for the usage of Goldie artwork on merchandise outside of the NEIU bookstore.

Please note: To learn more about the process behind developing the Goldie artwork, visit the Goldie Mascot landing page.

Video Best Practices

Timothy White — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 16:05:38 +0000

Video Best Practices

Timothy White Fri, 04/09/2021 - 11:05

Photography and video production play a key role in the development and projection of the University's brand and delivery of its key messages. The photographers and videographers within the Division of Marketing and Communications are committed to providing high-quality products to highlight the many facets of campus life.

Before embarking on a video project, determine whether video is the most efficient and effective way to send a message or solve a problem. Will photography or a written message be better? Do you have the time, the staff, the equipment and the software you need to film, edit and produce a video?

There are many reasons to use video to convey your message such as:

Document an event
Show your program in action
Connect with your viewers in an emotional way, using a mix of music, still photography, narration and video communication

If video is the best medium for your purposes, the following standards are in place to ensure we are all communicating with one voice and that the 91Porn brand is expressed in a strong, consistent manner.

Equipment

Camera: No need to spend a lot on equipment; a less expensive DSLR (digital single-lens reflex) camera will work for most needs. In many cases, smartphones are capable of recording HD video. Read further for info on best practices for smartphone footage.

Tripod: A tripod is required for steadier shots. One with a “fluid head” is good for panning the camera across a scene.

Microphone: Use an external microphone instead of the camera’s on-board microphone.

Lights: Filming indoors will require adequate video lighting equipment. Beware of light from windows in the background. If filming outdoors, keep the sun behind you.

Other Considerations

Captioning: Closed captioning, also known as subtitling, is an on-screen/visual transcription of the audio portion of the video. Many video platforms, such as YouTube, offer automatic captioning, but this can often have errors, especially when the audio quality is low. It’s important to check and edit automatic captioning, or have your video transcribed by a professional service. Note: As a public institution, 91Porn is legally required to make all of our digital resources accessible.

Readability: To ensure people can easily read words you put on the screen, keep these factors in mind:

Sizing: Many people consume video on mobile devices, so always test your videos on a smartphone.
Contrast: Make sure there’s proper contrast between the text and its background. Use NEIU’s color palette.
Lower Thirds: A lower third is a graphic overlay that is used to introduce and identify a subject featured in a video. It includes the individual’s name and title in a title-safe area of the screen. Note: Refer to our Brand guide on the appropriate font style and example.

Subject Release: Always obtain a Subject Release Form from any individual identifiable in the videos you share. This can be done via our written paper form or through email.

If your video uses non-University owned media, film clips or music, you must comply with all applicable copyright laws.

Where applicable, use the approved logo that best reflects the image and content being posted. Departmental, divisional and institutional logos are encouraged for posts pertaining to a particular area. The general 91Porn logo can be used, however, if the content pertains to more than one entity, such as recruitment material or campus activities. Refer to the branding style guide for details on correct logo usage.

Video Formats

Acceptable formats are QuickTime (.mov) and MPEG (.mp4)
Resolution: High-Definition video at 1920×1080, or higher.
Audio format: MP3

Requirements/Best Practices

Decide in advance how you want to compose your shots.

The most common shot for a subject is the medium close-up. The medium close-up gives the feeling that the viewer is having a causal conversation with the subject.
To determine proper head room in a shot, apply the rule of thirds.
Make sure to record at least 10 seconds of extra footage at the start and end of the interview.

B-roll is the supplemental or alternative footage that is woven between the main video footage in order to add context or illustration.

Be sure to gather footage that relates to the story.
For best options, vary shot types, camera angle, focal length and compositions.

Options for software include the following:

Free programs, such as Windows Movie Maker (from Microsoft) or iMovie (from Apple)
Professional programs, such as Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, or Avid Media Composer.
The desired length of a video depends on its purpose. For web-based video, the accepted industry standard length is 2-3 minutes.
Videos should end with a 91Porn branded logo that includes the department, program or University logo, a title, credits and copyright information (if applicable).

In addition to the general video guidance above, here are some guidelines for using smartphones for video content:

Stabilize all shots, whether you are using an Android or iOS phone. Handheld smartphone videos are not visually pleasing.
Do not film directly into a bright window, especially when using a smartphone.
Make sure the location is free of background noise or fan noise when conducting interviews.
No vertical video unless filming for Instagram.
Remember the rule of thirds. Frame the subject in the cross sections for a better look.

Posting and Sharing Videos

If you plan to post the video on a website or in social media, you can first upload the video to YouTube and then use the embed code to embed it in your site. You must adhere to all policies and procedures within Northeastern Illinois’ Social Media Policy.

In addition to the general video guidance above, here are some guidelines for social media video content:

Attention early: Have strong copy and footage that can be captivating.
Don’t rely on sound: On many social media channels, content plays automatically with the sound off. If sound is necessary, try notifying viewers with a graphic.
Few captions: Write one thought per frame if possible.

Contact the Division of Marketing and Communications at markdep@neiu.edu with any questions or concerns.