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OHIO
STATE GRADUATES BUCK STATE TRENDS
Ohio State’s graduation rates and the quality of students receiving
degrees have soared over the past five years. And a majority of the
university’s grads - about 75 percent - are staying in Ohio to
start their careers, bucking a statewide trend that shows the state
is losing its young professionals. Several new collaborative programs,
such as the Attract and Retain Talent Initiative and a fall public
relations campaign will help make Columbus more attractive to young
professionals and make them aware of career opportunities in the city. Read
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NEW HEALTH PLAN CHOICES FOR 2008. Your Plan for Health is introducing
new health plan options for benefit-eligible faculty and staff in 2008
- “Your
Health. Your Choices.” Select
the health plan that best meets your needs, choosing from four options.
University Prime Care will continue as the core plan for 2008; other
options will be new. You will hear more over the coming months through
presentations at colleges and departments and other communications.
Final details, including employee contribution rates, will be available
in September before Open Enrollment. Contact: yourplanforhealth@hr.osu.edu
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WORKSHOP
MATERIALS FOR NSF EARLY CAREER AWARDS ONLINE
Faculty applying for the July submission of the National Science Foundation
Early Career Awards can view
online a recent workshop conducted by
Project GRO and the Office of Research Training, Education and Communication.
The workshop provides an introduction to the RFP and includes a videoconference
with NSF program director Sonia Esperança, and an overview of
Ohio State resources available to assist in preparation of proposals.
Contact: projectgro@osu.edu
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GO STRAIGHT TO THE SOURCE. Taking care of your teeth not only maintains
your smile, but also contributes to your overall health and well-being.
Ohio State’s Dental Faculty Practice gives you the opportunity
to benefit from experts in every field of dentistry. Earn points for
Your Plan For Health. Employee insurance accepted. Convenient campus
location and parking is validated. We practice what we teach. Call
292-1472 for an appointment.
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STONE
LAB GUEST LECTURE SERIES AT LAKE ERIE CONTINUES
Ohio State’s Stone Lab on Lake Erie continues its annual summer
Guest Lecture Series beginning at 7:45 p.m. Thursday (6/28). Chris
Korleski, director, Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, will present “Environmental
Protection: Where Do You Fit In?" On Thursday (7/5), Larry Krissek,
OSU School of Earth Sciences, will present “Scientific Drilling
in Antarctica: Records of Climate Change.” Lectures will take
place every Thursday evening throughout the summer at Stone Lab, and
are free and open to the public. Read
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Do you have Asthma? The Asthma Clinical Research Center at the OSU
Medical Center is looking for volunteers to participate in asthma-related
clinical trials. Patients must be at least 18 years of age, have been
diagnosed by a physician as having asthma and currently be taking asthma
medications. Participants may receive compensation. For more information
or to set up a screening for eligibility, contact 293-4978 or Lung.Research@osumc.edu
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SIX
OF 11 CONFERENCE TEAMS TO KICK OFF ON NETWORK
Fans of the Buckeyes, Wolverines, or any of the Big Ten rivals can
tune in to the Big Ten Network on Saturday (9/1) to see their teams
kick off their seasons, as conference and network officials recently
announced the schedule for the network’s first three weeks. The
lineup includes Youngstown State at Ohio State, set for noon Saturday
(9/1). All games produced by the Big Ten Network will be available
to cable and satellite operators nationwide as part of their agreements
to carry the network. The Big Ten Network is a joint venture between
subsidiaries of the Big Ten Conference and Fox Cable Networks. Read
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EXCELLENCE
IN ETHICS CONFERENCE PROPOSALS SOUGHT
Conference proposals are due Wednesday (8/1) for the Excellence in
Ethics Conference to be held Wednesday (11/28)-Thursday (11/29) at
the Marriott NW in Columbus. The event is the first in the Leadership
for Tomorrow Series being planned at Ohio State. Speakers, panelists
and poster/presentations will focus on ethical leadership. Read
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HUMAN
RESOURCES SEEKS YOUR WORK LIFE IDEAS
Do you have work life ideas, practices or initiatives that you would
like to see explored and implemented at Ohio State? Human resources
wants to learn about ways that you are (or are interested in) integrating
work and life in your busy schedule. If you are currently enjoying
a flexible schedule or other work life initiatives, please share them
with HR via its work life Web
site
or contact Katie Purcell at 292-0583 or purcell.59@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? Contact: harris.587@osu.edu
NOMINATIONS
SOUGHT FOR SUCCESS AWARDS
The Office of Business and Finance is accepting nominations for the
2007 SUCCESS Recognition Awards to be presented at the annual event
scheduled for Thursday (9/6). The awards recognize individuals, work
groups and teams in Business and Finance that demonstrate and practice
the core values and quality philosophy adopted by the office. Outstanding
employees, including student staff, may be nominated in the areas of
leadership, work process improvement (Pioneer) and customer service.
The deadline for submitting nominations is Friday (6/29). Contact:
luther.3@osu.edu
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LANTERN
OFFERS TEXT MESSAGING TO OSU COMMUNITY
Starting this summer quarter, The Lantern is offering internal group
cell messaging to the OSU community. You can send text messages to
members of your OSU department, organization or group from any computer
and reach them within one minute with any important announcement. You
can send reminders about deadlines, staff meetings, schedule changes,
emergencies, etc. Contact Ray Catalino at catalino.1@osu.edu or 292-6749
for a demonstration.
LUNCH & LEARN
PROGRAM TO ADDRESS ASTHMA
The Faculty and Staff Wellness Program is offering a number of workshops
each quarter on unique topics to help you and your family be well and
stay healthy. 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. The program is free but registration is required.
Register online (choose
the Lunch and Learn link) or call 292-1894.
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