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FINANCE AND LEGAL GROUP
New Financial and Legal Issues Group gets underway“Tax Planning in Uncertain Times” was the topic for the first meeting of the new special interest group, Financial and Legal Issues (FLG), led by Andy Whitman in December. Members learned about end-of-year possible tax actions and set out a schedule of speakers and topics for the coming year. More...Published: |
UMRA CARES
Exploring alternative transportation? Share your experiencesAs the Cares Committee has been exploring alternative transportation options, they have encountered some successes and some frustrations. They invite readers to share their experiences and recommendations with others. More...Published: |
NEWS
The ever-popular parking discount couponsNews you can use: Parking discount coupons are one of UMRA’s best membership benefits. If your supply is running low, here’s how to send for more! More...Published: |
UMRA CARES
From the Cares BookshelfThe Power of Meaning: Crafting a Life that Matters, by Emily Esfahani Smith, explains a growing new movement within psychological research that is fundamentally reshaping our understanding of the good life. It’s a very readable book for academics and non-academics alike. More...Published: |
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Searching on UMRA's websiteThe familiar U of M page heading includes a blank search field and a Search button. On our site the search results default to just our site, not the whole U. We recommend that you take advantage of this search capability. More...Published: |
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URGENT: Luncheon RSVPsThis is a call to all UMRA members who have reservations for the November luncheon. You are being asked to contact Judy Leahy Grimes if you know that circumstances will prevent you from attending the November luncheon. As you know, most of the recent luncheons have been fully subscribed, necessitating the closure of reservations, meaning that some members who would have liked to attend were prevented from doing so. Yet there are often name tags which have not been picked up and open spaces at some of the tables indicating that additional members might have been accommodated. To allow as many people to come as possible we ask people to report if circumstances have changed which will prevent them from attending. Contact Judy at [email protected] or 651-698-4387. She is manageing a waiting list for those who want to attend. More...Published: |
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The Frugal University RetireeUMRA has compiled a wide variety of benefits for university retirees. From the Campus Club and the University Bookstore, from parking discounts to the School of Music and Northrop, find out what the frugal retiree can do at a discount! More...Published: |
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Hero neededUMRA is still seeking a successor to Earl Nolting as discount coordinator. More...Published: |
VOLUNTEER CENTER
Volunteer opportunity— Help high school debaters become more effective communicatorsWant to learn (or brush up on) skills as a debate judge? The Minnesota Urban Debate League, which sponsors the fall high school debate season, needs volunteer judges for final weekend tournaments through November and early December. No prior experience is needed; training and a meal will be provided. Here's a chance to give teenage speakers valuable feedback about improving skills in critical thinking, public speaking, and effective communication. More...Published: |
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MN Gerontological Association PartnershipAt its October meeting, the UMRA Board of Directors approved a partnership with the Minnesota Gerontological Society (MGS). The goal of MGS is “to provide educational and professional development for practitioners, students, educators, researchers and others to enhance services for the aging in Minnesota.” The UMRA Board feels the free webinars listed on the MGS site may be of particular interest to our members. To get notices of all upcoming workshops, and MGS news and events, sign up for their mailing list. More...Published: |
UMRA CARES
When getting around becomes difficultIf you have given up your car, or if driving at night is a challenge, you can still enjoy concerts—in your own living room. Start by requesting email delivery of Ostinato, the School of Music electronic newsletter to receive information on upcoming SOM events and note which ones are live-streamed. More...Published: |
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GRANTS FOR RETIREES
Professional Development Grants for Retirees—Time to apply!Need some financial help for a research or creative project you’d like to undertake or complete? The Professional Development Grants for Retirees (PDGR) program has transitioned to a new, online-only application process. The application deadline is December 15. More...Published: |
UMRA CARES
From the Cares BookshelfLetters from Madelyn: Chronicles of a Caregiver recounts the difficulties of managing caregiving in a true story that reveals the character of a caregiver who must contend with every emotion, yet manage this stage of life with growth, grace, and humor. If you worry about the headaches and traumas of wearing out together, especially as a member of an intimate pair, you will find this book relevant and comforting. More...Published: |
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GRANTS FOR RETIREES
UMRA grant brings magnificent textile collection to lightThanks to an award from UMRA’s Professional Development Grants for Retirees (PDGR) program, Regents Professor Emerita Joanne Eicher’s collection of more than 500 African textiles can now be viewed through a U of M online database. More...Published: |
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NEWS
UMRA launches e-Newsletter in SeptemberIn September, UMRA’s new e-Newsletter began reaching all UMRA members who have email addresses. The e-news provides direct access to articles posted on the UMRA website as well as a link to the traditional, print newsletter for those who prefer to read or print out a copy of the newsletter for themselves. For those who prefer to have a printed copy mailed to them, that is still available upon request. More...Published: |