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WELCOME TO OSUToday, the latest news and information for faculty and staff of The Ohio State University for Monday, June 11. The deadline for submissions is noon the prior business day.

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CONVERSATION WITH BRAZIL’S MINISTER OF CULTURE TODAY

The OSU community is invited to participate in a conversation with Brazil’s Minister of Culture, Gilberto Gil, from 10-11:15 a.m. today (6/11) in 180 Hagerty Hall. Gil was awarded an honorary Doctorate of Music at Spring Commencement on Sunday (6/10). This is a unique opportunity to share OSU’s multidisciplinary engagement with Brazil and to gain insight into ways to improve collaboration with Brazilian institutions and scholars. RSVP is required to robison.26@osu.edu or 688-3963. Gil also is a guest at the Columbus Council on World Affairs luncheon at noon today (6/11). Read More >


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RETIREMENT INCOME PLANNING WORKSHOP. Sentz Financial Services will host a free retirement income planning workshop on Wednesday (6/13) at the Fawcett Center. The speaker is Bill Rives, senior lecturer with the Fisher College of Business. Three workshop times are available: 12:30-2 p.m., 4:30-6 p.m. and 7-8:30 p.m. Designed for persons nearing retirement who have begun investigating their retirement income options, the workshop will address Social Security, pension plans (OPERS/STRS), 403b/IRA plans, and major threats to successful retirement income management, including long-term care. Seating is limited. RSVP to 718-5348 during regular business hours.


INTERCULTURAL RHETORIC CONFERENCE JUNE 15-16

The third Biennial Conference on Intercultural Rhetoric and Discourse: Multiple Literacies Across Cultures,” will be held on Friday (6/15) and Saturday (6/16) in Ramseyer Hall. Sponsored by OSU’s School of Teaching and Learning and the Office of International Affairs, and the Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis’ Indiana Center for Intercultural Communication, the conference will explore writing practices across various languages and cultures and within various disciplines. Contact: hirvela.1@osu.edu
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EARN POINTS, REDUCE PREMIUMS BY TAKING THE PHA. Faculty and staff should take the Personal Health Assessment, a confidential online questionnaire about health and well-being, each year for a better understanding of their health status and risks. Based on national preventive care guidelines, the PHA provides a consistent way to monitor and compare personal health information over time. Completing the PHA by Sunday (9/30) will earn participants 50 incentive points in the Your Plan for Health 2007 Faculty and Staff Incentive Program plus qualify university health plan members for a $120 premium reduction ($10 a month) during 2008. Visit www.yourplanforhealth.com (click on “Assessing Your Health Risks”)


REMEMBRANCE PARK BRICK PROGRAM

With Fathers Day approaching, now is a good time to honor a veteran with a brick at Remembrance Park, established 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; a brick lined walkway will stretch from the corner of Woody Hayes Drive and Tuttle Park Place 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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OHIO UNION GARAGE CLOSED STARTING TODAY

Phase two of the Ohio Union Garage restoration and expansion project begins today (6/11), which entails a complete garage closure. During the closure, BG1 and CG1 keycards will be programmed to work in the 11th Avenue and Arps garages as alternative parking locations. 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 >

QUEST FOR THE BEST: HELPING YOU PLAN FOR A NEW RETIREMENT

Human Resources’ Quest for the Best is sponsoring a Lunch and Learn seminar for faculty and staff from noon-1 p.m. Tuesday (6/26) in 172 Newton Hall (College of Nursing). Matthew Lazar, Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. will discuss the ideal retirement and assess your personal needs. The seminar also will outline risk-management and tax-management strategies for your retirement. Read More >

LUNCH & LEARN PROGRAM TO ADDRESS ASTHMA

The Faculty and Staff Wellness Program is offering a number of workshops each quarter, and you can earn points toward the 2007 Faculty and Staff Incentive Program by attending. “Childhood Asthma: Facts, Myths and Mysteries” will take place from noon-1 p.m. Tuesday (6/26) in 1039 Derby Hall. Topics will include current treatments, costs and risks associated with childhood asthma, and the latest approach to diagnosis and medication control. The program is free but registration is required. Register online (choose the Lunch and Learn link) or call 292-1894.

YOUR PLAN FOR HEALTH PRESENTATIONS AVAILABLE

Knowledgeable presenters of the Your Plan for Health Speakers Bureau are available to speak to colleges and departments now through September. Faculty and staff will have the opportunity to ask questions about Your Plan for Health programs and benefits, including the 2007 Faculty and Staff Incentive program and 2008 health plan options. Colleges and departments may schedule a presentation online at www.yourplanforhealth.com or by contacting yourplanforhealth@hr.osu.edu

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.

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