Printing 3D Printing The MRC has a small scale XYZ 3D printer that is available for patron use upon request. The Library Clerk assists patrons wanting to use the printer and can provide basic training. Please note that 3D prints are subject to the following restrictions: Models must be smaller than 6 inches (15 centimeters) in any dimension, as this is the maximum size of the print bed. Due to staffing limitations, print jobs must be completed in under 5 hours—if a submitted print job indicates that it will take longer than 5 hours, it will be rejected. Prints will be completed in one solid

All potential bidders should complete a bidders application form. The form may be submitted to any State of Illinois university. SIU School of Medicine maintains a bidders' list according to commodities offered. Bidders should indicate the commodities for which you wish to be considered suppliers (commodity listing). Bids are solicited for most purchases. Bids that are required to be advertised will most generally be available for download on the Illinois Public Higher Education bulletin located at: http://www.procure.stateuniv.state.il.us

If you do $50,000 worth of business annually with the State of Illinois, including the state universities, you are required to register with the State Board of Elections and obtain from them a certificate confirming your registration. Responses to Invitations to Bid, Requests for Proposals, Requests for Information, and all other types of procurement solicitations are included in the calculation of this $50,000 annual amount, whether you receive a resulting award or not. If you do less than $50,000 worth of business annually, you may be exempt from the registration requirement. Refer to Public

Staff Shannon Reed, Director of Procurement Services Helen Schultze, Procurement Officer Supervisor SOM Purchases Bid Solicitations/Construction Vivian Ng, Procurement Officer Specialist SOM Purchases Julie Nichols, Procurement Officer Specialist SIU Physicians & Surgeons Purchases Primary P-Card Administrator Kim Puccetti, Procurement Officer Specialist (PT) SOM Purchases Melissa Hawkins, Procurement Contract Manager Contracts, Terms & Conditions, Legal Review Lisa Chase, Office Administrator Contact information: Location 327 West Calhoun 2nd Floor Room 201 Mailing Address Purchasing Office

The Illinois Academy of Family Physicians (IAFP) members and leaders installed the new board of directors and present IAFP Awards. SIU Faculty, Dr., Timothy Ott selected two members for the 2023 President’s Awards, including SIU’s Dr. Michael Connolly. According to the IAFP website, “Dr. Ott called out Dr. Connolly’s work in bringing Medication Assisted Treatment for substance use to the SIU Family Medicine Residency programs and also to many rural Central and Southern Illinois areas, enabling access to crucial addiction treatment and recovery services to Illinoisans throughout the region.”

April is National Stress Awareness Month, but we are all aware that stress isn’t limited to one month a year. As you look for ways to make your life less stressful, consider the use of telehealth services to address your stress with a professional provider and ease the stress sometimes associated with medical appointments. How can I use telehealth to directly address my stress? When it comes to stress management, telehealth has emerged as a valuable tool, providing efficient and convenient ways to access therapy, counseling and other mental health services. Many people struggle to find the