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COMMENCEMENT TO TAKE PLACE SUNDAY

Former President Bill Clinton will address more than 7,500 students earning degrees during Ohio State’s spring commencement on Sunday (6/10) in Ohio Stadium. Clinton and President Karen Holbrook are among seven individuals to be honored for their contributions to society and academics, and their dedication to the university. Ceremonies begin at 1 p.m. The ceremony can be viewed live online at www.wosu.org/tv/osu-commencement/.
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PASKETT HEADS PATIENT NAVIGATION RESEARCH PROGRAM STUDY

Electra Paskett, associate director for population sciences of the OSU Comprehensive Cancer Center, is coordinating a clinical trial in Columbus to study whether specially trained “navigators” can help patients negotiate the health system and, ultimately, reduce cancer deaths and improve quality of life. The American Cancer Society is funding the four-year, $1.4 million study at Ohio State, which will involve 1,200 patients. Patient enrollment began earlier this year. The National Cancer Institute also has funded eight other cancer centers nationwide to participate in the same study as part of its Patient Navigation Research Program. Contact: Eileen.Scahill@osumc.edu
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OHIO UNION GARAGE TO CLOSE JUNE 11

Phase two of the Ohio Union Garage Restoration and Expansion project begins Monday (6/11), which entails a complete garage closure. All vehicles need to be removed from the garage by midnight on Sunday (6/10). Vehicles left in the garage after this time will be removed at the owner’s expense. During the closure, BG1 and CG1 keycards will be programmed to work in the 11th Avenue garage as an alternative parking location. Hourly parking will be available in the Arps, Neil Avenue, 12th Avenue, and Tuttle Park Place garages. The garage will reopen in late September. Contact: tpinfo@osu.edu or 292-9341. Read More >

RESPONSIBLE RESEARCH PRACTICES OFFERS NEW COURSES

The Office of Responsible Research Practices is offering free Web-based educational courses licensed by the Collaborative IRB Training Initiative that can be used to supplement required human subjects training. The following new courses are available for use by all faculty, staff, and students: Good Clinical Practice and ICH, Health Information Privacy and Security, International Research, and Responsible Conduct of Research. Completion of the CITI Basic Course is a prerequisite for taking the course on Good Clinical Practice. Contact: colvin.51@osu.edu
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FINANCIAL WORKSHOP FOR WOMEN JUNE 12

Quest for the Best: The Office of the CIO is sponsoring “A Woman’s Money, A Woman’s Future” from noon-1 p.m. Tuesday (6/12) at the Mershon Center for International Security Studies, 1501 Neil Ave. The session is targeted specifically for women who seek to understand finances and desire to learn how to reach their financial goals. The session will provide women education and guidance to help make the right investment choices. Contact: 292-3988 or boster.1@osu.edu

AFPW LUNCHEON TO DISCUSS STATUS OF WOMEN AT OSU

Deb Ballam, director of The Women’s Place, will present information on the status of women at Ohio State and offer ways for women to get involved on campus and beyond, on Monday (6/18) at the Faculty Club. The event is hosted by the Association of Faculty and Professional Women. Registration will begin at 11:15 a.m., with a lunch buffet and networking starting at 11:30 a.m. The registration deadline is today (6/8). Download a registration form at http://afpw.osu.edu. Contact: 292-0969

UNIVERSITY SUMMER HOURS FOR 2007

University summer hours of 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. will be implemented effective Monday (6/11). Hours of 8 a.m.-5 p.m. will resume on Tuesday (9/4). Many offices that serve students or the public remain open on Wednesdays from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. These offices should stay open on an as needed basis. However, if the decision is to discontinue extended hours for summer quarter, the official extended hours will resume on the first Wednesday of autumn quarter. These offices are responsible for communicating extended hours and any schedule changes to their customers. Please communicate this information to members of your college or administrative unit.

ONCAMPUS SEEKS STORIES ABOUT BECOMING A BUCKEYE

onCampus is seeking faculty and staff stories about becoming a Buckeye for its 11th annual Resource Guide. The staff is looking specifically for staff and faculty who moved to Ohio from other states and countries. What was your impression of Ohio State before you came here? What brought you here? What surprised you about Ohio State? If you're interested or would like more details, contact Julia Harris at harris.587@osu.edu.

NEXT CHAPTER SEEKS VOLUNTEER READERS

The Next Chapter Book Club, a program of the OSU Nisonger Center that promotes literacy, social connectedness and community inclusion for adolescents and adults with intellectual disabilities, is seeking volunteers to serve as group facilitators. Book clubs meet weekly for one hour in bookstores and coffee shops. Training and ongoing support are provided. To volunteer or learn more, contact ober.7@osu.edu or visit nextchapterbookclub.org.