for my 25th anniversary at a major ivy league university I got a huge  
bouquet of flowers from my boss and a rocking chair with a plaque  
from the school. For my 35th I got laid off... M. Mahard



On Jul 13, 2006, at 11:53 AM, Baker, Anne Marie wrote:

>> she replied "Oh, well, we only do this for
>> full-time staff members. Students are part time,
>
> Ouch.
>
> Our library does end-of-the semester parties on the "dead day" before
> finals.  The library administration handles the main dish (usually
> sandwich fixings), then all the staff bring side dishes or dessert.
> Graduating students get to be at the head of the line.
>
> Someone mentioned the chintzy commemoration of their 5th anniversary
> with their employer.  I just had my 5th anniversary last month, and
> other than a card from the President's Office, it wasn't noted in any
> way.  It didn't bother me, though, because I am regularly reminded  
> that
> I'm considered a valuable employee.  I've been in places where that  
> was
> not the case, and it really does make a difference with morale.
>
> Anne
>
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