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OHIO STATE STUDY EVALUATES TREATMENT FOR MIGRAINES

In an effort to assist the approximate 28 million Americans who suffer from chronic migraines, neurologists at the Medical Center are participating in a multi-center clinical trial, evaluating the safety and effectiveness of an experimental drug used for the treatment of recurrent migraine headaches in adults. The investigational drug is a combination therapy that combines sumatriptan and a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug pain reliever for the treatment of migraine symptoms. Read more >

UPCOMING FACULTY SURVEY

Faculty will receive an email on Wednesday (4/2) requesting their participation in a survey about their experiences at Ohio State. The survey will allow the university to take part in a larger collection of data on faculty satisfaction, workload, and climate that is being conducted by the American Association of Universities. It was developed by the Office of Institutional Research and Planning at the president’s and provost’s request. The results of previous surveys may be found online. The 2008 survey results will be tallied and posted to that address early this summer. Read more >

MULTICULTURAL CENTER SEEKS AWARD NOMINATIONS

Nominations are being sought for individuals or groups who provide initiative, innovation, work or service in areas congruent with the Multicultural Center’s mission. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to submit nominations for the MCC’s Annual Awards by 5 p.m. Friday (4/4). For information on award categories and to submit a nomination, visit http://mcc.osu.edu. Contact tyler.93@osu.edu

LISTENING TOUR SEEKING OPINIONS

Young voters are being encouraged to share their opinions and ideas on what it will take to ensure America’s energy security while protecting the environment. The Future of Energy University Listening Tour – led locally by American Electric Power CEO Michael G. Morris – is coming to Ohio State Wednesday (4/2). The 90-minute presentation and discussion will occur at the Wexner Center Film/Video Theater from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Doors will open at 12:45. The event is geared toward young student voters, but open to the entire Ohio State community. Go online to make seat reservations.

TELR ACCEPTING GRANT APPLICATIONS FOR INNOVATIONS IN eLEARNING

TELR is now accepting applications for a new initiative to promote eLearning experimentation at Ohio State. The Expertise Grant program enables faculty to collaborate with TELR eLearning consultants to develop and test their ideas for teaching and learning with technology. Faculty can request from 20 to 100 hours of TELR staff support, as well as up to $10,000 in funding, to support instructional innovation. Up to two projects, twice per year, can be supported. The application deadline for spring projects is Thursday (5/1).

2008 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AWARDS

Applications are being accepted for the Kathryn T. Schoen Awards and the Critical Difference for Women Awards. These awards provide opportunities for professional growth and leadership for women faculty and staff. Up to two Schoen Awards of $2,500 will be presented to Ohio State faculty women, and up to two Critical Difference Awards of $2,500 will be presented to Ohio State staff women. Recipients may use their awards for internships, educational programs, travel, or other experiences that promote professional or leadership development. Women faculty and staff members, with five years of continuous service at Ohio State and who have demonstrated potential for a career in higher education administration, may apply. The deadline is Monday (5/5). Read more >

OSU URBAN ARTS SPACE TO HOST SPECIAL EVENTS

The historic Lazarus building at 50 W. Town St. is the site of three special events. On Tuesday (4/1) from noon – 1p.m., Brian Ezzell of Georgetown Midwest will give a talk about the history of the building. On Thursday (4/3) there will be a Carnival Closing event from 5:30 - 8 p.m. A parade featuring curator Lesley Ferris, Columbus Africentric Nubian Dance and Drum Company, and students from 4th and 5th grade art classes will begin at 5:45 p.m.. On Friday (4/4) from noon - 1 p.m., Robin Van Lear, artistic director of Cleveland Museum of Art's Parade the Circle, will give a talk about Carnival costumes. Read more >

DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS WORKSHOP FOR DEANS, DEPARTMENT CHAIRS ON 4/17

“Working through Difficult Conversations,” a workshop for department chairs, school directors, deans, associate deans and assistant deans, will be held from 9-11 a.m. on Thursday (4/17) in 090 Science and Engineering Library. (This is a repeat session from winter quarter.) Registration is required. Contact: 292-2800. Register online >

SCIENCE CAFÉ COLUMBUS

April's Science Cafe presenter, OSU-Marion physicist Gordon Aubrecht, will outline the main results of the world scientific consensus on climate change and what that will mean for the future. Audiences are encouraged to join in the discussion, which will occur Wednesday (4/2) at 6:30 p.m. at the Study Place Along High (old Long's Bookstore) at 1836 N. High Street. Admission is free for this event sponsored by the University Libraries, Comparative Studies and Sigma Xi. Read more >