Thursday, August 4, 2016  
Dining Services' Paulus honored | New 'Stress Less' benefit offered
Michael Paulus
PAULUS HONORED FOR DINING SERVICES SUCCESS

As Napoleon famously said, "An army marches on its stomach." Translate that to a university setting, where thousands of students - plus faculty, staff and visitors - must be fed every day in order to keep them functioning at their best. But unlike an army, whose soldiers must eat what they are given, university dining services must be responsive and provide an array of menus to meet an array of tastes and needs.

Luckily for BGSU, Dining Director Michael Paulus understands that imperative and is adept at serving up a satisfying experience for his many clients. Paulus works with Chartwells, a division of Compass Group, which provides dining services for more than 210 colleges and universities around the country, including BGSU.

In recognition of his service, Paulus was recently presented the Presidents Circle Award by Chartwells for outstanding achievement in the "Community Pillar" category, which signifies "taking our lead from our guests," according to Chartwells Regional Vice President Kevin Lyden.

Paulus was honored at the company's annual summit in Chicago. He was among those receiving awards for "Living the Brand Pillars," which also include cuisine, culture, ideas and people.

"Michael was nominated for his award for his work with the BGSU community, his ability to listen to our guests, satisfy their needs, and deliver a 'WOW' experience with every meal served," Lyden said.

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LEARN TO MANAGE STRESS, IMPROVE MOOD WITH NEW EMPLOYEE RESOURCE

Stress - whether from work, home, caring for children or aging parents, health concerns or any number of other factors - is a hidden threat to our well-being and our productivity. It can also lead to depression, especially when it is accompanied by feelings of helplessness.

A new, no-cost benefit is available to help BGSU employees and their families recognize stress and depression and take active steps to feel better.

Provided by BGSU's IMPACT Employee Assistance and Work/Life Program, the Stress Less Center features a variety of options, from online training to free, confidential face-to-face counseling services and round-the-clock professional support.

Visit the IMPACT Solutions Work/Life Website to access a wide range of articles, resources and interactive features. The member login is BGSU.

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OBITUARIES
Linda Babcock, 69, died July 24 in Deshler. She worked in the Popular Culture Library and Music Library and Sound Recordings Archives from 1990-2006.

PRESIDENT TO GIVE STATE OF THE UNIVERSITY ADDRESS AUG. 26

Join President Mary Ellen Mazey for her annual State of the University address at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 26 in the Thomas B. and Kathleen M. Donnell Theatre at The Wolfe Center for the Arts.

IN BRIEF

A second session of "Dealing with Difficult People" has been scheduled on the Bowling Green campus at 2 p.m. Aug. 23 in 315 Bowen-Thompson Student Union.

The College of Musical Arts is holding open auditions for the 2016-17 season of the University Choral Society. Highlights of the season include performances of Handel's "Messiah" and Bach's "St. John Passion."

The deadline to register for the WellAware Couch to 5K program is Friday (Aug. 5).

Electrical service upgrades to Williams Hall will necessitate the building being shut down Aug. 8-13.

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