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OHIO STATE GOES HIGH-TECH WITH SPORTS MEDICINE RESEARCH

While high speed cameras, 3-D motion tracking computers and strategically placed reflectors seem like something from Hollywood, researchers at Ohio State’s Sports Medicine Center are using them to break down subtle movements that give clues about why some athletes are at greater risk for injury. Ajit Chaudhari, director of biomechanical research, oversees the new biomechanics laboratory, a state-of-the-art facility advancing the most cutting-edge injury prevention and performance enhancement programs. Read more >

COLLEGE OF PHARMACY RESEARCH DAY MAY 19

The College of Pharmacy Research Day 2008, set for Monday (5/19) in the Biomedical Research Tower, includes a full day of poster presentations of current research projects in pharmaceutical sciences and a symposium in celebration of Sylvan Frank's 38 years of research, teaching and service at OSU. Frank, professor of Pharmaceutics and associate dean for Professional Programs, will deliver "Pharmaceutics: A Personal Journey." Additional speakers include Provost Joseph Alutto, presenting "Partnerships in Academia and Industry." Read more >

INTERNATIONAL STUDIES CELEBRATES 65TH ANNIVERSARY

The university community is invited to attend the kick-off event for the 65th anniversary of the Undergraduate International Studies Program on Thursday (5/15), beginning with a 3 p.m. reception on the west lawn of University Hall. At 3:30 p.m. in 100 Independence Hall Dick Sisson, former provost and political science professor will deliver welcoming remarks followed by a keynote address by John Mueller, professor of political science and Woody Hayes Chair of National Security Studies at the Mershon Center for International Security Studies. Mueller will discuss "Trends in International Relations." Read more >

COMIC ARTIST TERRY MOORE IS WEXNER CENTER GUEST

Terry Moore, one of the most influential comics artist/writers working today, will speak at the Wexner Center Film/Video Theater at 7 p.m. Thursday (5/15). A book signing will follow. Moore is best known for his epic and unpredictable comic Strangers in Paradise and is a key figure in the comics self-publishing movement. The event is co-sponsored by the Wexner Center for the Arts and the Cartoon Research Library in conjunction with the exhibition, Jeff Smith: Bone and Beyond. Contact: 292-3535. Read more >

MERKEL TO DISCUSS SUSTAINABILITY IN HIGHER EDUCATION

Jim Merkel, formerly of Dartmouth College, will present a seminar on campus sustainability from 2-3 p.m. Friday (5/16) in the Smith Seminar Room, Physics Research Building. Merkel will share his experiences in working as Dartmouth College’s sustainability coordinator as well as highlight programs from leading green campuses. The seminar is co-hosted by OSU's Institute for Energy and the Environment and Facilities Operations and Development. Contact: norman.59@osu.edu or 247-4762

CAS LECTURE: ARCHAEOLOGY AND URBANISM IN ATLANTIC AFRICA

Neil Norman, a residential doctoral fellow in OSU's Center for Historical Research, will present "Using Archaeology to Reconsider Urbanism in Atlantic Africa: Town and Country of the Hueda (Whydah) Kingdom, c. 1650-1727, from noon-1 p.m. Friday (5/16) in 122 Oxley Hall. The talk will address the emergence of densely settled urban palace complexes and rural countrysides on the West African coast. All are welcome to attend. Contact: cas@osu.edu . Read more >

VIEW ONCAMPUS’ TOP 3 ON 2 FEATURE ONLINE

Each issue, onCampus profiles a university employee, a top news item and a photo in its Top 3 on 2 feature. The current issue features a spotlight on Karen Dimmick, a 37-year OSU employee who works in the Department of Industrial, Interior and Visual Communication Design. In addition, onCampus notes that Arboretum North was renamed during a recent Arbor Day celebration in honor of the visionary who helped establish the Chadwick Arboretum and Learning Gardens. The photo illustrates the College of Dentistry's D.D.S. Idol talent spoof show. Read more >

TODAY: BLOOM TO DELIVER DIVERSITY LECTURE

The President and Provost’s Diversity Lecture and Cultural Arts Series will host author Amy Bloom as its guest lecturer at 7 p.m. today (5/14) in the Wexner Center’s Film and Video Theater. Bloom’s first book of nonfiction, Normal: Transsexual CEOs, Crossdressing Cops, and Hermaphrodites with Attitude, is an exploration of the varieties of gender. Her latest publication, Away (2007), was nominated for Book Sense Book of the Year. Contact: waugh.2@osu.edu or 292-4355

REGISTER FOR MAY 15 MS ROUNDTABLE VIDEOCONFERENCING DEMO

The Digital Union will present a demo of a new hardware/software solution that enables faculty, staff and students to conduct virtual meetings while maintaining the ability to see each other. Representatives will demonstrate the new hardware, called Microsoft RoundTable and software, called Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007. The free event will be presented on Thursday (5/15) simultaneously at 060 Science and Engineering Library and 580 Baker Systems Engineering. Register online

BOURGUIGNON LECTURE IN ART AND ANTHROPOLOGY MAY 15

The Paul H. and Ericka Bourguignon Lecture in Art and Anthropology will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday (5/15) in 002 Psychology Building. A reception will follow. "Painted Walls, Sacred Stories: Art of the Early Maya Kings" features William Saturno, professor of archaeology at Boston University who discovered the remote archaeological site of San Bartolo, Guatemala and the oldest intact murals ever found in the Maya world. Free and open to the public. RSVP to Tanya Reed at reed.727@osu.edu or 247-8292.

MERSHON CENTER OFFERS STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP

The Mershon Center for International Security Studies has established the Ralph D. Mershon Study Abroad Scholarship to support undergraduates who wish to enhance their educational experience by studying in a foreign country. Students are encouraged to take foreign language courses, especially those deemed critical for national security, such as Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Hindi, Farsi, and others. Priority will be given to students who are preparing for a career related to international security studies. Scholarships of up to $2,000 each will be awarded. Apply before Sunday (6/1). Read more >