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Spotlight on ... Department of Plant PathologyOSU's Department of Plant Pathology is the sole academic unit dedicated to plant health and agricultural microbiology in Ohio's higher education system. With faculty in both Columbus and at the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center in Wooster, the department addresses strategic areas in the study of plant disease, plant-microbe interactions, and disease management. The discipline of plant pathology can be traced back to the mid 1800s, when potato late blight disease devastated Ireland's potato crops – historically known as the Irish potato famine. Today, plant pathology encompasses global challenges in international food security, sustainable agriculture, biobased technologies, and the environment. Research, Extension and teaching programs reach audiences in Ohio and across the world. Contact: Mike Boehm, chair, 292-1375 or mailto:boehm.1@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 newsToday: Open forum to introduce candidate for director of University LibrariesThe search committee for the director of University Libraries will host an open forum to introduce faculty, staff and students to Colleen Cook, a candidate for the position, from 3:30-4:45 p.m. today (9/9) in 165 Thompson Library. Cook is dean of libraries at Texas A&M University, where she also holds the Sterling C. Evans Endowed Chair in Librarianship. Contact: Melinda Nelson, at mailto:nelson.19@osu.edu. Read more: http://oaa.osu.edu/DirectorUniversityLibraries040109.php Sept. 11: Fiksel to address Regional Economic Development Leadership meetingJoseph Fiksel, executive director of the Center for Resilience at OSU, will deliver the keynote address at the Columbus Chamber’s Regional Economic Development Leadership meeting, from 9 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Friday (9/11) at the Grange Insurance Audubon Center,
550 W. Whittier St. The topic for the meeting is “Sustainability and Competitiveness.” Co-sponsored by the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission and the Ohio Department of Development, the event is open to the public. Read more: Pelotonia participation equals Your Plan For Health Incentive PointsAre you one of the 2,253 bike riders that participated in the recent Pelotonia? If so, don’t forget to track your points through the Faculty and Staff Incentive Program. Faculty and staff who complete their Personal Health Assessment are eligible to participate in the Incentive Program, and can earn up to 125 points for taking part in healthy activities. Accumulated points will be converted into a dollar value (1 point equals $1), and paid to participants in their pay check. Read more: http://YourPlanForHealth.com Payroll Services celebrates National Payroll WeekOhio State's Human Resources, Payroll Services joins payroll professionals throughout America in celebration of National Payroll Week, through Friday (9/11). University employees are encouraged to show appreciation to their departmental timekeepers and Human Resources professionals. These individuals are essential to ensuring your paycheck is accurate. For additional information regarding National Payroll Week and to participate in an online survey, visit http://www.nationalpayrollweek.com. 4 Behavior Styles of People business seminar offered by JASCOThe Japan America Society of Central Ohio, located at OSU is presenting a business seminar to revitalize and synergize dynamics and interactions in the workplace, on Friday (9/11) at the offices of Corna-Kokosing Construction Company, 6235 Westerville Road, Westerville. The seminar has been a vital part of core management training programs at Honda companies throughout North America. Morning (8 a.m.-1 p.m.) and afternoon (1:30-6:30 p.m.) sessions are scheduled. Read more: http://jasco.osu.edu Stone Lab Open House Sept. 12Add some science to your Put-in-Bay Historical Weekend plans by attending the 12th Annual Friends of Stone Lab Open House on Gibraltar Island from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturday (9/12). Free transportation to Gibraltar Island provided from OSU's Research Building on South Bass Island. Enjoy tours of the 6.5-acre island, including a view of Cooke Castle; lectures and laboratory sessions; and historical photos, summer class information, and publications. Tours of historic South Bass Island Lighthouse also available, but transportation will not be provided. Contact: 247-6500 or (419) 285-1800. Read more: http://stonelab.osu.edu/events/ 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. Monday (9/14) in Thompson Library. Registration is required. Register online > Contact: 247-1847 Schedule now: Biometric screenings at the Sept. 17 health fairReceive your free biometric health screening at the annual Rally for Wellness! health fair, set for 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursday (9/17) at the RPAC. Receive your biometric health numbers used to complete your Personal Health Assessment online questionnaire. Having a biometric screening is the first step in earning your medical premiums. You’ll also become eligible to win a $50 gift card in the monthly 2009 PHA Award drawings. As 2009 winds down available screening appointments will become limited. Make your appointment today at http://YourPlanForHealth.com. |
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