| June 2000 |
Lockheed Martin ended its local program recently. UT-Battelle is setting up a program to fill the gap at the Lab.
“UT-Battelle recognizes the value of a recreation program as a contributor to a positive work life,” Darryl says. “We will be unveiling our program very shortly.”
Boykins indicated that the recreation program will operate under a participant- managed model. Teams, leagues or clubs will be eligible for corporate funding and other support, but will actually self-manage events and participation under general company guidelines.
“My experience is that employees, rather than a company recreation department, are better able to design and produce events in a sport of choice. Those with the interest and expertise are best able to manage and coordinate a particular event or sport,” Darryl says.
The recreation program will soon be available as a Web-based link from the Human Resources and Diversity Programs Directorate site at www-internal.ornl.gov/HR_ORNL/hr.htm. Watch the site for information on the recreation program’s guidelines, contacts, and individual program information or contact Ron Honeycutt (honeycuttra@ornl.gov).
ORNL plans new recreation program
ORNL’s Human Resources Division is currently putting together a recreation program for the Lab. HR Director Darryl Boykins says the program should be ready to go in time for most summer activities.