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WELCOME TO OSUToday, the latest news and information for faculty and staff of The Ohio State University for Thursday, August 23. OSUToday is published on Monday and Thursday during the summer. The deadline for submissions is noon the prior business day.

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USE OF INSULIN PEN MAY SAVE DIABETICS THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS

Diabetics who need to switch from oral medications to insulin could reduce their annual healthcare costs up to $17,000 by using an insulin pen instead of a syringe to deliver their daily dose of medication. A new study found that using an insulin pen may result in fewer trips to the emergency department and to the doctor's office, resulting in substantial savings to diabetics and their insurers. Rajesh Balkrishnan, the Merrell Dow professor of pharmacy at Ohio State, is the study's senior author. Read More >

UNIVERSITY AIRPORT TO BEGIN NOISE STUDY

Ohio State has received a grant from the Federal Aviation Administration to begin a Federal Aviation Regulations Part 150 Noise and Land Use Compatibility Study for the University Airport. The study will document noise levels from current aircraft operations and forecasted future operations, and will develop recommendations for reducing potential aircraft noise exposure for surrounding communities. The study is expected to be completed in two years. Contact: 292-5823 or cferrari@osuairport.org
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TRAINING SESSION TODAY: NEW ONLINE APPLICATION FOR RESEARCHERS

A training session for Technology Licensing and Commercialization’s new online submission process for initiating a Material Transfer Agreement for incoming material (eMTA-in) will take place from 3-4 p.m. today (8/23) in 113 Research Foundation, 1960 Kenny Road. Register online. The new encrypted online form will allow principal investigators or their representatives to quickly and easily provide the necessary information for TLC to negotiate their eMTA-in. Read More >

WET WEATHER ADVISORY ISSUED

Due to heavy rains in the past few days, and the expected rain we will be experiencing this week, please be aware that water issues may arise. Flooding, water damage, leaking roofs/ceilings, plumbing problems, and slick surfaces are expected as a result. To report a problem associated with the weather, contact the 24-hour helpline for Service2Facilities at 292-HELP or service2facilities@osu.edu. If further assistance is needed, please contact the FOD Office of Administration at 292-0257 or e-mail williams.2402@osu.edu. Please be aware of the weather and your surroundings and report any problems.

PROPOSALS SOUGHT FOR STEPHEN BIKO SYMPOSIUM

The Department of African American and African Studies Community Extension Center is accepting abstracts and panel proposals for possible inclusion at its “Symposium on the Life and Death of Stephen Biko,” scheduled for Friday (10/12) at the African American and African Studies Community Extension Center, 905 Mount Vernon Ave. The symposium will examine the life, work and legacy of noted South African civil rights activist Stephen Biko, who was murdered 30 years ago. Abstract and proposals should be submitted to jeffries.70@osu.edu by Thursday (9/6). Read More >

FACULTY CLUB FINANCIAL ROUNDTABLES AUG. 31, SEPT. 7

The Faculty Club is offering a series of financial roundtables to be held from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the main dining room. Upcoming sessions include: Friday (8/31), “Understanding Retirement Benefits through The Ohio State University,” and Friday (9/7), “Advanced Session - Real Estate Investing” (with special guest speaker). Reservations are required by calling 292-2262. The cost for lunch is $5 and you don’t need to be a member to attend. Read More >

SUICIDE PREVENTION WORKSHOP SET FOR SEPT. 11

The ASC Advising and Academic Services Office is hosting a Suicide Prevention Workshop (part II) from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesday (9/11) in 352 Denney Hall (conference room). The workshop is presented by Hui-Ling Chan from University Housing and Karen Kyle, director of the Student Advocacy Center. Seating is limited. RSVP to Oana Falasca at falasca.8@osu.edu

GET TIPS ON HEALTHY LIVING

Ohio State employees can work with a health coach, provided by Your Plan for Health through CareAllies at no additional cost. Get tips on nutrition, ways to increase activity, preventive care, and other simple daily lifestyle adjustments to achieve your health goals. Participating in health coaching is worth 25 points in the 2007 Faculty and Staff Incentive Program. All benefit-eligible faculty and staff, as well as their adult dependents, who have completed a Personal Health Assessment and authorized its release to the health plan are eligible for health coaching. Visit yourplanforhealth.com for more information or call (800) 579-0534 to enroll.

OSU NEWARK HOSTS WELLNESS WORKSHOPS

“Overweight vs. Overfat,” a workshop to review the difference between body fat and body types using models and short screenings, will take place from 1-2 p.m. Thursday (8/30) in 64A Hopewell Hall. The event is part of a series of health and wellness workshops offered by the OSU Newark Office of Human Resources. A second workshop, “Exercise and Diabetes” is scheduled for 1-2 p.m. Tuesday (9/4) in 64A Hopewell. Contact: phenders@cotc.edu

FIND OR SELL ITEMS VIA THE ONCAMPUS BULLETIN BOARD

A condo near the Scioto River. A Yahama Piano. A 2000 Yahama Banshee ATV. Or stained glass supplies. Find these items and many more in the classifieds section of the onCampus Bulletin Board. Faculty and staff can view and post items for free. All you need to do is register using your OSU name.number ID and create a password. Visit oncampus.osu.edu and click on Bulletin Board.

ENROLL BY AUG. 31 FOR AUTUMN CREDIT CLASSES THROUGH CED

Friday (8/31) is the last day that students and OSU employees can use the online super form to apply for autumn 2007 Continuing Education domestic undergraduate admissions. Apply online. International students, Ohio State employees with visas, or permanent residents in possession of a green card for less than one year must use the international CEd application. After Friday (8/31), call 292-8860 for admission that will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Contact: heimlich.2@osu.edu or 292-8860

REDMAN TO DISCUSS CAMPUS RECYCLING EFFORTS AUG. 27

Tina Redman, sustainability coordinator with Facilities and Development, will be speaking about the recycling programs that she has coordinated on campus and what we can do to recycle, during a Lunch and Learn program from noon-1 p.m. Monday (8/27) in Lincoln Tower, fifth floor. Contact: ward.228@osu.edu

REGISTER NOW FOR FESTIVAL OF CARTOON ART

Registrations are currently being accepted for the ninth triennial Festival of Cartoon Art, to be held Friday (10/26)-Saturday (10/27) at the Columbus Renaissance Hotel. The event is organized by the OSU Cartoon Research Library. This year marks the centennial of the birth of master storyteller Milton Caniff, whose papers and art formed the founding collection of the Cartoon Research Library. Read More >

WEXNER BLOOD DRIVE AUG. 28

Sign up today to give the gift of life at the Wexner Center Blood Drive from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday (8/28). Schedule an appointment online (sponsor code: buckeyes) or call (800) GIVE-LIFE. Every donor will receive a free T-shirt and an $8 off admission ticket to Cedar Point and will be entered into a drawing for a six-month Saturn car lease.