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STUDY LINKS LENGTH OF DAYLIGHT, AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR

Imagine if a naturally occurring chemical in your body could help make you feel more calm and relaxed during the long days of summer, but would make you aggressive and nasty when you were exposed to less daylight during the winter. OSU researchers have found that the class of hormones called estrogens does just that in a specific species of mouse. The finding is significant because it is one of the first studies to show how a very simple environmental factor - the length of daylight - can have a powerful effect on how genes influence behavior, at least in some species. Co-authors of the study are Randy Nelson, professor of psychology and neuroscience, and Brian Trainor, postdoctoral fellow in psychology and neuroscience. Read More >

REMEMBRANCE PARK BRICK PROGRAM

With Memorial Day and Fathers Day approaching, now is a good time to honor a veteran with a brick at Remembrance Park, established in 2006 to honor Ohio State alumni who died while serving their country. Remembrance Park is a group project of the ROTC programs, the Athletic Department and the Franklin County OSU Alumni club. Granite blocks with the names of more than 900 alumni will be a central part of the park. The entrance wall at the corner of Woody Hayes Drive and Tuttle Park Place will be the beginning of the brick lined walkway that stretches to St. John Arena. The bricks are $100 and have three lines of 15 spaces to say what you want to honor a veteran. Contact: Jerry Vance, 292-7894 or vance.5@osu.edu
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FINANCIAL ROUNDTABLES CONTINUE TODAY AT THE FACULTY CLUB

The Faculty Club financial roundtable series continues from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. today (5/25) in the main dining room with “Financial Strategies for the Gay and Lesbian Community.” Same-gender couples often face different laws, tax provisions, and planning choices. The event is open to the campus community. The cost is $5 per person, lunch included. Seating is limited. For reservations, call 292-2262.

MORITZ MOMS & DADS LUNCH SERIES BEGINS JUNE 20

The Moritz College of Law is kicking off a three-part Moritz Moms & Dads Lunch Series, beginning from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday (6/20) at the Barrister Club. The event, “Strategies for Balancing Career and Family: Tips from the Trenches,” will feature a panel of attorneys with varied careers. The cost is $15 per person and includes a boxed lunch and beverage. Desserts and a chance to mingle will follow the lunch. The event is open to the public. Register online. Contact: brady.1301@osu.edu

JENSEN TO EXAMINE POLITICS OF MULTINATIONAL FIRMS

Nathan Jensen, assistant professor of political science at Washington University in St. Louis, will deliver “Firm Responses to Politics” at 3:30 p.m. today (5/25) at the Mershon Center for International Security Studies, 1501 Neil Ave. Drawing on a confidential data set covering all U.S. foreign direct investments abroad, Jensen finds that U.S. multinationals restrict the size of their operations in authoritarian regimes relative to democratic regimes. The event is free, but an RSVP is required. Read More >

HR TO HOST SUCCESSFUL CAREER SEARCH WORKSHOP MAY 30

Experienced career consultants will facilitate an interactive and activity-based workshop from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday (5/30) at 1590 N. High Street, Suite 430 (Office of Human Resources). The workshop will help you identify your skills and show you how to best present them on your resume to assist in launching an active and successful job search. Register online.

OSU LIMA PLANS SPRING CHORAL CONCERT

The University Chorus will perform its annual Spring Choral Concert at 8 p.m. Thursday (5/31) at St. Johns Catholic Church on South Main Street. The concert is free and open to the public. The choir is directed by Richard L. Mallonee, director of Choral Programs at Ohio State Lima. Michael Benson, music lecturer, will accompany the chorus. For details call the Ohio State Lima Box Office at (419) 995-8382.

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OSU VET HOSPITAL CARING FOR DOGS INJURED IN HOME INVASION

Three dogs were rushed to the OSU Veterinary Hospital Wednesday (5/23), victims of gun shot wounds during a home invasion on the north side of Columbus. Although two are in serious condition due to the severity of their injuries, all of the dogs remain stable at this time and are undergoing treatments for their wounds. The emergency treatment is extremely expensive, and the family is unable to afford the high cost of their critical care. Tax-deductible donations can be sent in care of the Ohio State Veterinary Hospital, Good Samaritan Fund, College of Veterinary Medicine, 1900 Coffey Rd. Columbus, OH 43210. Please indicate that the money should be used for the injured dogs. Contact: 688-3517 or 292-3752