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mm Business Business Editor: Lynn Wilde Phone: 626-7624 Moving-ha indir direct By Lynn Wilde business editor The Signpost ''r' Ji li ''yTyci 1 s- a A organized, Richter said each department in the bookstore would organize their respective areas. According to William Fruth, director of the Shepherd Union Building, making the move as smooth as possible is the goal of all involved. "We've really tried to incorporate upcoming moves for everybody involved to find as much efficiency as we can," Fruth said. The first to get moved were KWCR and The Signpost which are now in the basement of the library. Because the bookstore will be in a smaller space, a construction zone, and the operating costs will be higher because extra labor is needed to move things around in' a construction zone, Fruth predicts bookstore revenue will drop.

"We anticipate that the bookstore won't do the daily business that it currently does," Fruth said. Food service faces similar challenges. See Move page 7 their help. Harris said he would hire the hockey club and pay them a similar wage as the custodial staff. "It will probably go into their operating budget," Harris said.

Moving all of the tenants will be a difficult task. "We haven't determined the complexity of it," Harris said of the total move. The biggest move will be the WSU Bookstore, he said. According to Michael Richter, the bookstore manager, the bookstore is planning to move during spring break to the east side of the Shepherd Union Building, and should take about one week. He said after they re-open they will be better than before.

"Students should be able to receive all services," Richter said. There will also be an enhancement not offered before; remote textbook buyback. The bookstore will take a full physical inventory after the move to account for shrinkage. To ensure the move stays Weber State University received a bond for $20 million to renovate the Shepherd Union Building. As part of the renovation, the tenants of the SUB will need to move to other locations on campus.

According to theWSU Shepherd Union renovation final program document on the Facilities Management Web page, the cost to relocate the tenants of the SUB will be $500,000. Jim Harris, construction project manager for campus planning and construction, said the move would be a multi-phased operation. The tenants will be moved out in sections and at different times. The first to move to their new home on campus is KWCR, The Signpost and the billiards area. The total cost so far is $72,000.

He said there have been no new hires to assist in the move. Facilities Management staff and custodial staff have been doing all of the moving so far. He also asked the WSU Hockey Sports Club for t- PI1UIOU1 TRICIA CtKKAKD J(i Members of the WSU hockey team help KWCR 88.1 move from their old location in the Shepherd Union Building to their new offices in the Stewart Library basement for the renovation of the Union Building. Pinching pennies, saving dollars grocery shopping PHOTO BY TRICIA CERRARD THE SIGNPOST WSU business graduates in a panel discussion for the Ralph Nye lecture series held in the Wattis building Nye lecture features WSU alumni panel "I think it's always good to write down a list," Midgley said. She said having a list helps her to have self-control she's only buying things on her list.

Midgley, like most college students, doesn't have a lot of money to spend on groceries. However, she's not big on couponing, although she does occasionally look at the sale ads. She sets a budget each time she goes grocery shopping and sticks to it. If she has more in her basket than her pocket will allow, she'll put back something that isn't as important. "I just save a lot of money by getting what's on sale and only buying what I need," Midgley said.

She also said that one of the best ways she saves money is by purchasing store brands or generic brands versus name brands. Marcus demons, a WSU business administration junior, said he tries to shop in the cheapest and most efficient manner as possible. He tries to remember coupons, but doesn't always. Instead, he uses the free membership savings cards available at seme grocery stores, and gets food when it is on sale. "Do a lot for a little," Clemons said.

You can leave a message for correspondent Melanie Ryerse at 626-7624. allow students to obtain needed coupons, and gain access to the ads from local stores for groceries and other items. "Find an organizational system that works best for you," Hale said. She said it is smart to organize coupons and keep track of what is on sale. Hale offers free classes and advice on her Web site on methods of organization.

Getting a coupon might seem like a green light to buy a product, but Hale warns against this. "Shop the ads and then combine the coupon to maximize your savings," Hale said. Some items may even be free when the item is on sale coupled with a coupon. Most stores will accept a coupon for most things, no matter how low the price. Students can also purchase several of the items "once the combination of a sale and a manufacturer coupon has been matched," which will result in the lowest possible price.

Finally, it is important to remember to customize grocery shopping to specific needs. "Personalize a system to your shopping needs," Hale said. "You choose the level of savings and level of investment." Katie Midgley, a WSU elementary education junior, has a system that works for her. By Melanie Ryerse correspondent The Signpost Whether they are a freshman living away from home for the first time, or a non-traditional undergraduate providing for a large family, students need to eat. This month some students and a shopping guru give tips on how to save money and eat well.

Becky Hale, of beckysbasics.com, a Utah native and consumer savings advisor, offers six tips for Weber State University students who grocery shop to help save those dollars. "Read your grocery ads and cook according to what's on sale," Hale said. She said until students have built up some kind of food storage, stick to this idea. On her Web site, Hale has a link that summarizes the "Weekly Deals" from various local stores. If students go with what's on sale, they don't have to eat macaroni and cheese every riight.

They can eat well, even on a budget. Second, Hale says it's a good idea to subscribe to a newspaper. It might seem like a financial burden, but this can save students lots of money on groceries. They can get most of the local newspapers for about $1 a week. Getting the paper will brush up on those skills." Students can manage their boss by communicating needs and aspirations, was Hale's advice.

It is also critical to fulfill an employer's requirements and expectations. Being direct and to the point is the most effective method to communicate, "Think outside the box," Jorgensen said. "Your boss will know that you don't know everything; just ask questions." Employees should think of answers and find ways to incorporate them into the company, Wright said. The ability to and ask questions is according to Manning. It was difficult for him because he wants to be a "nice guy." "I had a tendency to not want to hurt people's feelings," Manning said.

Writing abilities are an important skill for "The biggest things I learned were communication and interpersonal skills. Take every opportunity to brush up on those skills' Melanie Jorgensen WSU business graduate important. According to Southwick, no one person has all the answers. The panel agreed extra-curricular activities would ultimately help students; it is important to joining campus clubs or groups. Jorgensen said that employers look for diverse By Jeff Snider correspondent The Signpost Communication skills, writing ability, problem solving and extracurricular activities were themes discussed on Feb.

9 during the Nye Lecture Series held at the Wattis Building. The purpose of the lecture series is to let students hear about workplace experiences and what is important to employers according to alumni. Several Weber State University graduates from the Goddard School of Business were asked be part of a panel answering questions about important issues and skills in the workplace. The members of the panel were Nathan Parr in the field of logistics, working for L3 communications; Andrea Southwick working in finance, employed with Nutraceutical; Dan Manning in human resources, working for ACS; Mark Wright in economics, working for Convergys; Melanie Jorgensen doing accounting for Ernst Young; Matt Hunter in working at Box Elder Credit Union; and Mike Hale in the field of accounting, working for Ogden Regional Medical Center. "I think it is important to know what is being taught in school as opposed to the real world," Parr said.

Many of the panel members said communication skills are a very important quality to have in the workplace. "The biggest things I learned were communication and interpersonal skills," Jorgensen said. "Take every opportunity to AAM ''A I students when entering the workplace. The panel agreed that business writing or any writing class would help in the workplace. "I was shocked when I saw how much writing was involved," Jorgensen said.

In addition to writing, the ability to think and problem solve was discussed by the panel as two of the most important things students should learn. Students should learn critical thinking skills in school, and then apply them in the real world. Most importantly, be intelligent, Hale said. A positive attitude is more important than to try and master every little thing, according to Jorgensen. students with experience in more than just schoolwork, and extracurricular activities fit the bill.

"If nothing else, it looks good on a resumeY' Wright said. The panelists that had not been involved in a group or club said they regretted their decision to not participate. One student felt that the lecture series is a good experience and could benefit all students, not just the business majors. "I think it's really motivating. It gives a good idea of what outside business is like," said Dave Alvord, WSU human resources major.

You can leave a message for correspondent Jeff Snider at 626-7624. mull) HY 1RK.IA CtKKAKO I lilt Junior elementary education major Katie Midgley and freshman psychology major MaryAnn Heiner compare food prices at Macey's on 36th Street in South Ogden..