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WELCOME TO OSUToday, the latest news and information for faculty and staff of The Ohio State University for Wednesday, Jan. 14. The deadline for submissions is noon the prior business day.

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Kirwan report maps opportunity and race in Massachusetts

A report based on research conducted by the Kirwan Institute on behalf of the Massachusetts Law Reform Institute was presented to Massachusetts leaders and media at the Massachusetts State House on Monday (1/12). Speakers from the Kirwan Institute joined state government officials and others from Massachusetts legal aid programs, Harvard, and the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston to discuss how lawmakers, community advocates, and others can work together to enhance opportunities for all to succeed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Read more >

Athletes not spared from health risks of metabolic syndrome

College-age football players who gain weight to add power to their blocks and tackles might also be setting themselves up for diabetes and heart disease later in life, a new study suggests. Standard health screening for certain risk factors might be a good idea for all collegiate football players, said Jackie Buell, director of sports nutrition at Ohio State and lead author of the study. Read more >

Thompson, Mark to discuss Peruvian glaciers Jan. 21

Lonnie Thompson and Bryan Mark will discuss their research on glaciers in the region of the Cordillera Blanca of Peru at 7 p.m. Wednesday (1/21) in 240 Scott Hall (west campus). The public is invited, and a special invitation is offered to OSU faculty, staff and students who are native to South America. RSVP by clicking on the banner under Featured Sections at http://bprc.osu.edu/. Contact: Carol Landis, landis.83@osu.edu or 688-8279

Service-Learning grants workshop Jan. 16

Learn more about applying for grants that are now available to develop or enhance service-learning courses. The Service-Learning Initiative is presenting a workshop from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Friday (1/16) in 400 Stillman Hall. Register online.

Register by Jan. 18 for annual OSU-OSHA Safety Day

Ohio State and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration will present the fourth annual OSU-OSHA Safety Day on Tuesday (1/27) at the Fawcett Center. A full day of educational programs will be taught by OSHA compliance officers, area building contractors and area safety vendors. OSU faculty, staff and students may attend free of charge, but must register by Sunday (1/18). Contact Steve Davidson, davidson.217@osu.edu for registration forms. Space is limited.

On Research blog addresses weathercasters, global climate change

After a brief holiday respite, the blog "On Research" is back in business, this time questioning why television weathercasters often seem to be disbelievers when it comes to the question of global climate change and humans' influence on it. The blog, an effort by the staff of Research Communications in the Office of University Communications, provides new comment on science and society every week or so. Check it out at researchnews.osu.edu/blog/.

onCampus’ staff spotlight shines on Meg Johnson

The Topspot feature in the latest issue of onCampus focuses on Meg Johnson, who works in the Office of Responsible Research Practices. Find out what Johnson likes about working at OSU, what she'd like to change at Ohio State, and even what she would do if she were university president for a day. Read more >

Martin Luther King Jr. holiday CABS service announced

In observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, CABS will run reduced service on Monday (1/19). Please note that during the holiday, WA, WB, WC, CX, and CXC permits are valid in "C" spaces on Central Campus. For details, visit the Transportation & Parking Services web site.