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BOARD OF TRUSTEES ADDS MEETING TODAY

Ohio State’s Board of Trustees has revised its previously released schedule and now has a meeting set for 4 p.m. today (7/12) at the Longaberger Alumni House. The regularly-scheduled formal board meeting is scheduled for 9:30-11:30 a.m. Friday at Longaberger. The agenda is available online at www.osu.edu/news/newsitem1757.

OHIO STATE’S ANIMAL RESEARCH PROGRAM FULLY ACCREDITED

Ohio State’s animal research program has once again been fully accredited by the international organization that oversees institutions that use animals in research. Accreditation of an institution by the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care is considered the gold standard for ensuring quality within research programs involving animal care and use. Organizations voluntarily submit their programs for evaluation and adhere to strict monitoring programs designed to ensure that research animals receive the finest veterinary care and welfare. Contact: bergdall+@osu.edu or 292-1561. Read More >

NORTHWEST OVAL THROUGHWAY CLOSED FOR CONSTRUCTION

As a result of construction, travel on the bike path between Thompson Library and University Hall will be closed from Monday (7/16)-Wednesday (9/12). The entire throughway between the buildings and the south entrance of University Hall will be blocked. The concrete and brick sidewalk will be replaced with asphalt sidewalks with granite edging. New brick pavers will be installed on the south entrance of University Hall. Contact: 92-1477 or eckhardt.12@osu.edu

FILMMAKER GUS VAN SANT RETURNS TO WEXNER CENTER

Award-winning director Gus Van Sant (“Drugstore Cowboy,” “Good Will Hunting” and “Last Days”) returns to the Wexner Center on Wednesday (8/1) to introduce a brand new 35mm print of his rarely seen first feature “Mala Noche.” Tickets are on sale now. More information, including a trailer, is available at www.wexarts.org.
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HAUKSDOTTIR TO PRESENT CONTROL SYSTEMS SEMINAR JULY 16

Anna Soffia Hauksdottir will present “Optimized Zero Tracking and Disturbance Rejecting Controllers: The Generalized PID Controller” at 10:30 a.m. Monday (7/16) in 260 Dreese Laboratory. Hauksdottir is a Ph.D. graduate of OSU majoring in control systems, has received several awards for her research, and is a senior member of IEEE. Read More >

HERBS AND DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS WORKSHOP JULY 24

As part of Quest for the Best, the CIO’s Office is hosting Herbs and Dietary Supplements 101: Important Information for Patients, from noon-1 p.m. Tuesday (7/24) at the Telecommunications Network Center Kitchen, 320 W. Eighth Ave. Led by presenter Bella H. Mehta, assistant professor of Clinical Pharmacy, the session will outline the current regulations for the herbal and dietary supplement industry, review the current safety and efficacy information about natural medicines, and provide resources to learn more. Registration is required. Register online. Contact: Liz Boster, 292-3988 or boster.1@osu.edu

MEYER TO DISCUSS ALCOHOL, DRUG AWARENESS JULY 30

As a part of Quest for the Best, Douglas Meyer will discuss alcohol and drug awareness from noon-1 p.m. Monday (7/30) in Suite 430 Gateway Building, 1590 N. High St. An overview of the disease concept of chemical dependency as understood by the medical community, some characteristic behaviors of addicts which will help identify a problem and a list of resources available to users and families to help deal with problems of alcohol and drug abuse will be covered. Register online (click on customized events). Contact: hertzfeld.4@osu.edu

ENTRIES SOUGHT FOR STAFF ARTS AND CRAFTS EXHIBIT

Ohio State staff are invited to enter their work in the 16th Annual Staff Arts and Crafts Exhibit. Staff can vote for their favorite entry from Tuesday (8/14)-Friday (9/14) and the entry with the majority of votes will earn the People's Choice Award, to be announced the week of Monday (9/17). Only one entry per staff member will be accepted. The event is sponsored by Human Resources and the University Staff Advisory Committee; onCampus is a promotional partner. Registration information is available online. Contact: 292-4341

ONCAMPUS BULLETIN BOARD HAS LOST AND FOUND

Find or lose something on campus? Check out the lost and found category on the onCampus Bulletin Board where faculty and staff can post or view a variety of opportunities. The bulletin board is available to all OSU faculty and staff. All you need to do is register using your OSU Internet ID (name.#).

NURSING HOSTS CAMEOS OF CARING GALA

The College of Nursing will recognize 28 nurses at the fourth annual Cameos of Caring Gala on Saturday (10/27). Created in 1999 at the University Of Pittsburgh School Of Nursing, the Cameos of Caring Program and Awards Gala honors the profession of nursing and those individuals who represent it. To date, Nursing has recognized 75 healthcare professionals with Cameos of Caring Awards. Proceeds for the awards gala help provide scholarships to nurses who are furthering their careers through additional nursing education. Contact: 247-7476 or jordan.480@osu.edu

CAMPUS BLOOD DRIVES SCHEDULED

The Red Cross is holding blood drives on campus this month and those that donate will receive an $8 discount to Cedar Point amusement park and are eligible for a drawing for a car lease from Saturn. Drives are scheduled today (7/12) from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Blankenship Hall and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Research Foundation; Tuesday (7/17) from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., RPAC and 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Martha Morehouse Medical Plaza; Wednesday (7/18) from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., Fisher College; and Wednesday (7/25) from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Engineering. Schedule an appointment online (sponsor code: buckeyes) or call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE.