University of Minnesota, Crookston
UMC WEEKLY BULLETIN

Vol. 16, No. 20, February 6, 1997

CALENDAR
 February 7
Women’s Basketball vs. Dickinson State University
Men’s Basketball vs. Dickinson State University
February 10
Women’s Basketball vs. Jamestown College
Men’s Basketball vs. Jamestown College
February 10-14
SnowDaze
February 12
Hockey vs. Warroad Lakers
February 13
Women’s Basketball vs. Mayville State University
Men’s Basketball vs. Mayville State University
February 15
Hockey vs. North Dakota State University
February 17
Women’s Basketball vs. University of Minnesota, Morris
February 18
Campus Assembly
February 19
President Hasselmo and Regent Sahlstrom to visit UMC
February 21 and 22
Hockey vs. St. Johns University
February 22 and 23
"Snowbound Classic" Men's and Women's Volleyball Tournament
March 5
Hockey vs. Bemidji State University

UMC RECEIVES 1996 CHAMBER AWARD
At the Crookston Chamber of Commerce annual banquet on February 3rd, UMC was presented with the annual "progress award." This award is given to a business or organization that has made significant progress over the past several years and has had an impact on the Crookston community. We were recognized for our move to a four-year institution, for our innovative technology strategy, and for our commitment to excellence. The Chamber congratulated all of us for the progress that this institution has made and for the important role we play in the community. Congratulations!
--Dean McCleary

MILEAGE RATE CHANGES
In response to a change in the IRS mileage reimbursement rates, the University has adjusted the mileage reimbursement for use of personal vehicles for University business. Effective 1/1/97: 1) The mileage reimbursement when driving a personal car and no fleet car is available is $.315 per mile. (Increased from $.26) 2) The mileage reimbursement when driving a personal car when a fleet car was available is $.275 per mile. (Increased from $.22) Also, In response to increased costs associated with maintaining and replacing fleet vehicles, the following rate changes will become effective 2/1/97:

Old RatesNew Rates
Cars.22/mile$5 flat fee plus $.22/mile
Wagons.25/mile$5 flat fee plus $.22/mile
Vans.30/mile$5 flat fee plus $.30/mile

--Dean McCleary

ISHA HORSE SHOW
UMC’s Intercollegiate Horse Show Association will host its first home show on Saturday, February 8, at 9 o’clock in the University Teaching and Outreach Center. Please come and support UMC’s Riding Team as they lead the region.
--Melissa Hower

SNOWDAZE FEBRUARY 10-14
SnowDaze will take place at UMC February 10 through 14. Events are scheduled throughout the week culminating with the King and Queen Coronation and Dance with The Vees on Friday. Campus events include:

--Pam Holsinger-Fuchs

NON-U.S. CITIZENS MUST FILE TAX REPORTS
All international scholars and students must file income tax reports for the 1996 tax year by April 15, 1997, whether or not they earned income in the United States. Tax forms 1040NR or 1040NRE can be downloaded over the web from http://www.irs.ustreas.gov/prod/cover.html or they can be picked up at the International Office, Hill 12.
--Mario Prada

SPECIALS AT MORSELS
The specials at Morsels for the week of February 10-14 are:
Monday – Grilled ham and Swiss with chips · $3.00
Tuesday – Taco salad · $3.00
Wednesday – Lasagna, garlic bread sticks and tossed salad · $3.50
Thursday – Bacon cheeseburger and curly fries · $3.75
Friday– Sweetheart’s Delight · $4.00

Each daily special also includes a 16 oz. fountain drink.
--Pam Sullivan

UMC INSIGHT
UMC Insight will be aired Saturday, February 8, at 8:45 a.m. on KROX (AM 1260). Tune in this week to hear "UMC’s Unique Role" with Marvin Marshak, Senior Vice President, University of Minnesota.

ATTACHMENTS
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