I think that there is always the expectation that a uniform of some sort will always be in place. After all, a suit and tie is a form of uniform. But to tell someone that if they do not like the uniform, or that it is 'not their place' to expect change is pretentious at best. ----- Original Message ----- From: James Sturgill To: [log in to unmask] Sent: Saturday, January 22, 2005 7:49 AM Subject: Re: Staff uniforms Margaret, I am glad that someone finally spoke with a contrary opinion. The people who work for you sign on with an understanding of expectations, usually outlined in an employee handbook. If they don't like an aspect of your rules, it is not their place to expect change. Whether it be a uniform or a dress code, the people on your staff are representative of your organization, so if the administration wants them to dress a certain way to present an image to the guests, ultimately the people we are there for, then that is the way it goes. If they don't like it, they can always find the door. Jim Sturgill Manager of Education and External Relations Mahoning Valley Historical Society ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes). ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).