Portrait of Patti Newton
Operations Manager
patricia.newton@colorado.edu

INSTAARs, get admin help from Patti, Mallory, Nikki, and others for:

 

 

Visa processing

Get help with all visas including student, J-1, and HB-1. If you need a visa, tell us ASAP; the process usually takes months, not weeks.​

 

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Director's office assistance

  • Ask a question about how INSTAAR operates.
  • Get advice on resources.
  • Share a concern about INSTAAR.

FedEx shipping

  1. Package your shipment.
  2. Create a FedEx shipping label.
  3. Drop labeled package at the SEEC dock or a FedEx kiosk.

 

INSTAAR merchandise

  • Buy caps, patches, etc. from online store.
  • Then pick up from front office (no shipping).

Interim Director's office hours

  • Sign up to meet with Nikki Lovenduski.
  • Chat about any issue or concern.
  • Or just say hi.

Parking

  • See how to pay for short-term parking.
  • Apply for a long-term parking permit.

Property management

  • Tag and track all new and existing capital equipment, including computers.
  • Dispose of all used equipment, including computers & office furniture.

SEEC/SEEL access

  • Request access to SEEC & SEEL:
    • Exterior doors & your office.
    • Your lab(s).
    • Bridge between buildings.

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