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Spotlight on ... Family and Consumer Sciences ExtensionSince 1909, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension programs have been a part of fulfilling OSU’s land-grant mission. While the formal name of the discipline and profession may have changed a few times over the past 100 years (Domestic Science, Home Economics, Family and Consumer Sciences), the track record shows that OSU Extension Family and Consumer Sciences has been, and continues to be a national leader in addressing critical needs of individuals and families to help them improve their lives and circumstances. As it moves into the next 100 years, FCS will continue to bring practical applications of research-based knowledge to meet the current and emerging needs of the clientele FCS serves. Read more: http://fcs.osu.edu Spotlight on ... will run every other Wednesday summer quarter, and every week starting fall quarter. The OSUToday feature was created to promote the highlights, achievements and unique points of pride of each of the university’s departments, centers, units, programs, etc. Send items to gammage.2@osu.edu to be considered for publication. Please limit text to 125 words and include contact info and a web link
Headline newsGuggenheim scholar to lead Center for Urban and Regional AnalysisDaniel Sui has joined Ohio State’s Center for Urban and Regional Analysis as its director. He has also been named Distinguished Professor of Social and Behavioral Sciences in the department of geography. A 2009 Guggenheim Foundation Fellow, Sui serves as the editor-in-chief for GeoJournal and a contributing editor of GeoWorld. The primary mission of CURA is to conduct research on issues/problems that apply to urban and metropolitan areas, rural areas, and broader regional issues. For more information on CURA, visit http://cura.osu.edu. Contact: Liz Alcalde, mailto:Alcalde.1@osu.edu
Today: IRB forms help sessionInvestigators, graduate students and research staff are encouraged to attend a help session on IRB applications from 3-4 p.m. today (7/15) in 113 Research Foundation. Office of Responsible Research Practices staff will provide an overview of the Initial Review of Human Subjects Research application and will also answer questions regarding other IRB forms (e.g., continuing review, amendment, event reporting). This particular session is targeted to researchers who submit materials to the Behavioral and Social Sciences IRBs, but is open to all human subjects researchers. Registration requested at http://research.osu.edu/ortec/training/eventreg.cfm?key=799. Contact: 292-0214 or mailto:prestage.2@osu.edu Save the date: OSU Farm Science Review Sept. 22-24Mark your calendars now for Farm Science Review, Ohio State’s premiere annual farm show to be held Tuesday (9/22)-Thursday (9/24) at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center in London, Ohio. Peruse the latest in agricultural equipment, services and products and take advantage of OSU agricultural research, education and expertise in agriculture, economics, health and nutrition, conservation and horticulture. Contact: mailto:gamble.19@osu.edu
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mailto:sullivan.64@osu.edu. Read more: Student Consolidated Services Center opens in Lincoln TowerThe new Student Consolidated Services Center, 320 Lincoln Tower, opened its doors to students on the first day of summer quarter to provide one-stop support and advice on behalf of the University Bursar, the University Registrar, Student Financial Aid, and referral to the Office of Minority Affairs. Services include: financial aid assistance, registration challenges, tuition and fee payments/questions, and rush transcripts. Contact: 292-0300 or (800) 648-6440. Read more: http://creativeservices.osu.edu/scsc Chadwick Arboretum Open House July 19The public is invited to the annual Chadwick Arboretum and Learning Gardens Open House from 2-5 p.m. Sunday (7/19). The free event will showcase the arboretum's garden collection and provide a wide range of activities for adults and children. The event will take place on the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences’ campus at Fyffe Court and Woody Hayes Drive. Read more: http://chadwickarboretum.osu.edu Center for Clinical and Translational Science research conciergeNeed assistance navigating the OSU research infrastructure? The research concierge in the OSU Center for Clinical and Translational Science can assist you. Visit http://www.ccts.osu.edu or contact the research concierge at mailto:cctsConcierge@osumc.edu or 366-7367 for more information. July 29: Blood drive at Science and Engineering LibraryDue to the shortage of Central Ohio's blood supply, the American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive from noon-6 p.m. Wednesday (7/29) at the Science and Engineering Library. Everyone who donates will receive a free t-shirt and $7 off coupon to Cedar Point, plus enter to win other summer giveaways. To schedule an appointment, contact: mailto:schul.2@osu.edu. Check out the Recreational Sports category on the onCampus Bulletin BoardStarting a league? Trying to find a playing partner or teammate? Check out the Recreational Sports category on the onCampus Bulletin Board, http://oncampus.osu.edu/poll/. The bulletin board is available to all OSU faculty and staff. All you need to do is authenticate using your OSU Internet ID (name.#) and password, then register with a user name and password of your choosing. |
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