The inside track for Shops employees
Welcome Back Students and Staff!
Spring semester is upon us, so we hope you enjoyed your break! This semester will bring a great deal of exciting events to campus, with the annual Bowling for Books fundraiser as well as a fast-approaching graduation for our seniors.
Week of Welcome
Week of Welcome, presented by the ASI Student Orientation Commission, will take place January 29th-31st, from 11am to 2pm in the Central Quad (Commencement Lawn). Week of Welcome is a week-long event that includes the ASI Resource Fair and the Student Organizations Fair. This event provides students an opportunity to view the resources this campus has to offer all in one place.
The ASI Resource Fair, taking place Tuesday, Jan 29, is a day for students to get to know on-campus resources, such as FamilyPact and Career Development Center. There will also be school departments, such as Student Life and Development. The 49er Shops is participating as well, giving new students information on our Dining Services, Bookstore options, and other services we provide. If you are interested in working at the 49er Shops table, please email the Communications Department at fns-communications@csulb.edu.
The Student Organization Fair is a gathering of student organizations and staff. Over a hundred academic, cultural, sport, etc. clubs and organizations will table for new members. This is an opportunity to get to know new people and try new activities, so get out there!
Payroll Tax Changes
Many of you will notice a decrease in the net amount of your first paycheck for 2013. The House and Senate passed the H.R.8, American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (ATRA), which includes several changes to tax laws affecting payroll and employment tax administration. The most prominent change is the amount of Social Security Taxes that are taken out of our pay. Effective January 1, 2013 the employee Social Security rate was increased to 6.2%. An increase of 2% from 2012.
If you have any questions, or would like more information on these changes, please visit www.irs.gov or contact Suzanne O’Deegan from the 49er Shops Human Resources Department at Suzanne.ODeegan@csulb.edu or (562) 985-7385.
For everyone at The Beach...
Sustainable Starbucks
Starbucks has launched a new line of reusable cups in hopes of further reducing its cup waste. The use of traditional disposable cups is the most significant way the company generates waste. Over the years, the company has always tried to promote the use of reusable cups by offering a cup discount to anyone who brings in their own cup.
Their new disposable cup is only $1.00 and you receive a $.10 discount every time you use it. Dropping the price makes it more affordable for people trying to reduce the waste from disposable packaging. In addition to reducing waste, the cup pays for itself in only 10 visits (when the discount is applied).
Nugget Tunes
The Nugget has recently installed a digital juke box by Touch Tunes. To play songs, students just pay $1 for 2 credits or $5 for 15 credits (each song is worth 2 credits). Another cool feature is that students may take pictures via the juke box (cost 2 credits) and upload them to their email accounts.
John and Jon Town Hall at the Nugget
The next Town Hall meeting with the ASI President, John Haberstroh, and ASI VP, Jonathan Bolin, will be Tuesday, February 5th at 2pm in the Nugget. Come by to hear ASI updates and share your questions and concerns!
Comedy Show
The Nugget will be hosting The Really, Really Good Comedy Show on Thursday, January 24 at 6pm. Host Daniel Eachus and Entertaining Entertainment presents a fresh batch of local comedians and live music by house band Somewhat Sober. Admission is FREE!
Special Promotions
Bookstore
· $19.49 on select hoodie & crew neck sweatshirts and sweatpants through January 31st (also available at Beach on 2nd Street and online – while supplies last!) With your employee discount that goes down to $15.59 for employees!
· 20% off Backpacks/Laptop bags/Tote bags through February 3rd (also available at Beach on 2nd Street and online)
· $9.49 T-shirts ($16.95 value) – choose from 12 different colors and graphics! (also available at Beach on 2nd Street and online)
· 75% off all Holiday and Halloween gifts through January 31st (in store only). With your employee discount that goes up to 80% off for employees!
· 50% off Calendars through February 1st (in store only)
· 15% off Writing Guides & Reference or Computer Books through February 1st (in store only)
· 15% off Test Preps & Flashcards Feb 1 – Feb 28 (in store only)
· 15% off Valentine's Day Books & Gifts Feb 1 – Feb 14 (in store only)
Art Store (located in FA-3)
· Back to School sale prices on select Strathmore artist pads
· $5.99 for 24 x 36 newsprint pads – while quantities last!
Campus Copy Center
· January Color of the Month: Pink and Blue (pastel) – 50% off Single & Double Sided
8 1/2 x 11 Originals – ends January 31st (in store only)
· January Special: Rubber stamps 20% off – ends January 31st (in store only)
· February Color of the Month: Pulsar Pink (in store only)
· February Special: Laminating - 50% off (In Store Only)
Starbucks
· Vanilla Blonde Roast brewed coffee
· Vanilla Spice Latte (hot, iced, or blended)
· Vanilla Spice Frappuccino
All 3 New Drinks are available now through March 4!
Free Admission for students!
Did you know that students get into home games free with their Beach ID Card? Here are a few games coming up at the Walter Pyramid where students can cheer on LBSU!
· Women’s Basketball vs. UCI on Saturday, Jan 26 at 1:00 pm
· Men’s Basketball vs. UCI on Saturday, Jan 26 at 4:05 pm
· Men’s Basketball vs. UC Santa Barbara on Wednesday, Jan 30 at 9:00 pm
· Men's Basketball vs. Cal Poly on Saturday, Feb 2 at 4:05 pm
· Women’s Basketball vs. Hawaii on Thursday, Feb 7 at 7:00 pm
For the full schedule and details for all Long Beach State Athletics events, click here or visit www.longbeachstate.com. For events held at the Pyramid, students must enter through the student entrance for free attendance. The student entrance is on the South side of the Pyramid.
The Shops’ Hot Seat
Each issue we’ll feature one of our employees, from the newest student employees to the senior staff members in any of our units and offices!
This Week: Marianne Russo: Communications Supervisor, 49er Shops Inc
Beach Bytes: How long have you been with the Shops?
Marianne Russo: 7 ½ years
BB: What does your first name mean?
MR: My name is a family name and I am named after my Great-Aunt Mary Ann, who raised my grandmother and her siblings when my great-grandmother died in childbirth.
BB: What is the last thing you bought from the Shops?
MR: A Grande non-fat Caramel Brulee latte from the UDP Starbucks
BB: What is/was your major or your favorite subject in school?
MR: I was a psychology major when I originally graduated from CSULB back in the day. I use my degree every day!
BB: What is your favorite type of music? Your favorite song?
MR: I love so many different types of music from glam rock to Broadway to metal and pop and hip-hop.
BB: What three words describe you best?
MR: Witty, affectionate, intellectual
BB: What are your favorite hobbies? If none, what do you do outside of work and/or school?
MR: Reading – the paranormal romance genre being my favorite. Also, I love to cook!
BB: Are you a cat lover or a dog lover? Do you have any pets?
MR: I am a cat lover and have two cats – Samhain & Scarlett
BB: What’s the best piece of advice someone has ever given you?
MR: Feel the fear but do it any way!
Have an announcement for the Shops family, and/or want to be featured in a future issue? Please email FNS-Communications@csulb.edu with “Beach Bytes” in the subject line!
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