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WELCOME TO OSUToday, the latest news and information for faculty and staff of The Ohio State University for Monday, Aug. 31. The deadline for submissions is noon the prior business day.

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Road construction to reroute fans attending Ohio State home football games

Ohio State will kick off its 2009 football campaign Saturday (9/5) vs. Navy and fans planning to attend one of the seven home games are encouraged to plan and leave early when traveling to Ohio Stadium. Because of ongoing construction on many Columbus streets and the closure of several entrance and exit ramps on State Route 315, motorists should review their travel routes and anticipate delays. For detailed information about construction traffic, visit http://www.BuckeyeTraffic.org/315 and http://www.pavingtheway.org/.

Guests who will travel north after a game should plan to park in lots north of Ohio Stadium, while guests that travel south after a game, should park in lots south of the stadium. Follow the directions of police officers regardless of where you park as traffic conditions may change.

A number of shuttles and alternative travel options will be available, including a new park and ride option from the downtown City Center garage. Shuttles will pick up and drop off guests at 17th Avenue by University Hall (near the Oval). The fee is $10.
Read more: http://www.osu.edu/news/newsitem2513

Grade posting information from the registrar

Summer grades will need to be posted in the Student Information System. Instructors should go to their Faculty Center, click the Grade Roster icon next to the class for which they are assigning grades and enter grades for their students. Carmen users should enter grades through Carmen. Whether entering grades in the SIS or Carmen, be sure to click the “POST” button in the SIS after verifying all entered grades.

• You may post grades for some students when the Approval Status is “Not Reviewed” or “Ready for Review.”
• To post additional grades, be sure the Approval Status is “Not Reviewed.”
• All grades must be entered for the Approval Status to be “Approved.”

An open lab for instructors needing assistance will be available from 1-3 p.m. today (8/31) in 050 Jennings. Questions about grade posting should be directed to 292-9330 or mailto:registrar@osu.edu.

Solar energy, plug-in electric vehicles headline Energy and Materials Conferences

Renewable energy opportunities and emergent materials advances will be the center of attention as Ohio State hosts two important energy-related meetings this week. The Institute for Materials Research hosts the second annual IMR Materials Week Conference at the Blackwell Inn, today (8/31)-Thursday (9/3). A symposium on Tuesday (9/1), focusing on photovoltaic materials and solar energy conversion, features industry representatives and nationally recognized researchers presenting the impact of solar energy on the electric grid and examining the future of solar cells. Contact: Gina Langen, 688-4423. Read more >

OSU student helps produce patriotic “Take the Field Tribute” to Navy

OSU graduate student Darrin Klinger led the charge in producing a moving “Take the Field Tribute” video encouraging fans to stand up and cheer the U.S. Navy for service to their country as the Naval Academy takes the field on Saturday (9/5) in Ohio Stadium — the Buckeyes season opener. The patriotic video has generated an overwhelming response since being posted recently on You Tube. Read more: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3Z52GKONPc

Fall season on sale at the Wex

Beginning Tuesday (9/1), tickets for all of the Wexner Center's performing arts events will be on sale to the general public. You won't want to miss the return of longtime favorites SITI Company with a new theater piece, the local debut of Druid Ireland with the riotous The Walworth Farce, a compelling solo show (with photographs and film) by cellist Erik Friedlander, Tim Crouch's theater show in the Wexner galleries, and more. Check out the full listings at http://www.wexarts.org/about/fallpreview/.

Veterinary Hospital offers new Community Practice Service

Last week, the emergency and critical care service at the OSU Veterinary Hospital cared for Bosco, a police K-9 dog from Zanesville that received two gunshot wounds in the line of duty. Bosco's story is an example of the remarkable work going on at the OSU Veterinary Hospital, which now offers health and wellness services for companion animals through its Community Practice Service (http://vet.osu.edu/2727.htm). A newsletter featuring interesting cases on a variety of species that are treated at the Veterinary Hospital is available at http://vet.osu.edu/3590.htm. Contact: Melissa Weber, mailto:weber.254@osu.edu or 292-3752.

$180 not enough? Complete PHA and get a shot at $50 more

Starting in September, faculty and staff who complete their 2009 Personal Health Assessment will be entered into a monthly drawing. Ten lucky winners will be selected for a $50 cash card. So, in addition to receiving a medical premium reduction up to $180, you’ll also be entered into a drawing for an additional $50. If you haven’t completed your PHA yet, visit http://yourplanforhealth.com to complete it by Monday (11/30) to be entered into a monthly drawing.

Sept. 14 workshop: Key Legal Issues for Senior leaders

“Key Legal Issues for Senior Leaders,” a workshop for department chairs, school directors, deans, associate deans and assistant deans will be held from 1:30-4:30 p.m. on Monday (9/14), in Thompson Library. Registration is required. Contact: 247-1847. Register online >

Leadership Center hosts 'I Need to Learn Twitter and Facebook!'

The OSU Leadership Center is offering a workshop, “I Need to Learn Twitter and Facebook!” from 9:15 a.m.-noon Thursday (9/10) as part of its 21st Century Leadership series. This introductory program will help individuals explore: what social media is, useful tools, how to set up accounts, impact of social media on work and leadership environments, and the benefits and risks. Contact: Jerry Thomas at mailto:thomas.69@osu.edu. Read more >

Oct. 5: Annual golf outing to benefit OSU Burn Center

The Society of Fire Protection Engineers will hold their 20th Annual Golf Outing to benefit the OSU Burn Center on Monday (10/5) at the Lakes Golf and Country Club in Westerville. Proceeds benefit patients cared for by the staff at the Burn Center. Register by Friday (9/25). Early bird registration is Friday (9/4); register by this date and be enrolled in a drawing worth $100. Contact: Chris Casavant, at 366-8374 or mailto:Christine.casavant@osumc.edu

Post or view recreational sports opportunities on the onCampus Bulletin Board

Starting a league? Trying to find a playing partner or teammate? Post it under the Recreational Sports category of the onCampus Bulletin Board, http://oncampus.osu.edu/poll/. 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.