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Ohio State’s audio conference bridge enables you to conference with up to 55 participants simultaneously via telephone. This university service provides an easy and inexpensive way to conduct meetings, interviews and more when participants are located in multiple locations. For more information, visit units.osu.edu/business/multiconference.php or call 292-OHIO (6446).
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Feeling stressed over the economy? OSU has resources that can help
As the economy has continued to show signs of being in a recession, the University Faculty and Staff Assistance Program has seen more and more employees turn there for help in managing their stress and anxiety. UFSAP and other entities on campus, such as the Office of Human Resources and OSU Extension, are reaching out to help employees weather the current financial storm with assistance programs, access to community resources and counseling expertise. Read more >
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LIFESTYLE INTERVENTION STUDY. Volunteers, individuals ages 35-60, are being recruited for a lifestyle intervention study to modify health risk factors. The study will be conducted on the OSU campus during lunch time. Participation in the study will last approximately 12 weeks. Several blood samples and filling out of questionnaires will be required. Must have access to Internet. A volunteer fee will be paid. If you are interested please e-mail Kemba Days Yancey at gcrc.research@osumc.edu.
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Nominations sought for Distinguished Service Awards
Nominations are due Monday (12/15) for the 2009 Distinguished Service Awards, established in 1952 to recognize individuals who have served Ohio State in truly outstanding fashion. Honorees will be approved by the Board of Trustees and notified in early spring. Awards will be presented at commencement ceremonies for spring, summer and autumn ’09, and winter ’10. Send nominations to Peter Weiler, senior vice president for University Development, at 1480 W. Lane Ave.
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OSU HONEY BEE LAB's ANNUAL HOLIDAY HONEY SALE. The sale, featuring honey varieties, assorted beeswax items, candy, stix, and many new items, continues from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on: Thursday (11/20), Food, Ag and Env Sci, 4-H Lobby; Friday (11/21), Arps Hall Main Lobby. The sale also will take place at the Hidden Benefits Fair, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday (12/10) at the French Field House. For details, visit www.beelab.osu.edu or address questions to beelab@osu.edu.
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Latest issue of onCampus now available
The Nov. 20 issue of onCampus is now available, so please check your OSU mailbox. Here's a preview of stories from the online version:
- Weaving an international partnership: Fisher MBA students forge friendships and open doors for Bolivian entrepreneurs. Read more >
- Financial crunch time: Positive attitudes spark stories of hope. Read more >
New e-Payroll authentication process
As an additional security measure, TALX (Ohio State’s e-Payroll web site vendor) is revalidating the identity of employees who log into the university’s e-Payroll web site through an enhanced authentication process. This may require employees to answer a few questions about themselves and change their PIN. The questions are based on information from publicly available data sources. Direct questions to TALX Customer Service Center at (866) 678-3729, available 8 a.m.-9 p.m. weekdays. Read more >
Office of Research: Limited submission research funding opportunity programs
- USDA announces the International Science and Education Competitive Grants Program - sponsor deadline Friday (1/16/09). Internal intent deadline is Friday (12/12). Read more >
- NSF announces the Partnerships for International Research & Education - sponsor deadline Thursday (2/26/09). Internal intent deadline is Wednesday (12/31). Read more >
- Reminder: The internal intent deadline for the NSF Major Research Instrumentation Program is today (11/20). Read more >
Contact: starr.1@osu.edu or 688-5546
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Today: Sporting event, concert to impact parking
Several events occurring on campus today (11/20), including the OSU men's basketball game at St. John Arena and the Reba McEntire/Kelly Clarkson concert at the Jerome Schottenstein Center may impact traffic and parking on campus during the evening hours. These events, along with others in the vicinity could make parking difficult and may impact your commute through campus. For details, visit the Transportation & Parking Services web site.
Great American Smokeout today; OSUMC can help you quit
November marks Lung Cancer Awareness month and today (11/20) is the Great American Smokeout, a day set aside to help smokers quit smoking. The OSU Medical Center’s Tobacco Treatment Center, located on the fifth floor of Cramblett Hall, is offering a one-hour information session and tour at noon today (11/20). Certified tobacco treatment specialists will discuss many topics, including benefit subsidized Ohio State health plan options for tobacco cessation and pharmacotherapy. Register online or contact 293-3303.
University events celebrate Aviation History Month
To celebrate Aviation History Month, the OSU Airport and the Aviation Department will display a Cirrus aircraft this week on the plaza near Hitchcock Hall. Stop by today (11/20) or Friday (11/21) to see the plane and learn more about Ohio State's Aviation program. In addition, airport staff will conduct behind-the-scenes tours of the OSU Airport, 2160 West Case Road at noon Tuesday (11/25) and 2 p.m. Wednesday (11/26). Advance registration required for tours. To register, contact clammers@osuairport.org by Tuesday (11/25).
Cabaret Urbain at the OSU Urban Arts Space Nov. 21
The School of Music Opera and Musical Theater Program will present an evening of famous arias, opera scenes, musical theater, and cabaret in a galleria setting, from 7-10 p.m. Friday (11/21) at the OSU Urban Arts Space. Students and pianists will perform excerpts from operas including Bizet's Carmen, Puccini's Gianni Schicchi, Mozart's Don Giovanni, Rossini's Barber of Seville, and Donizetti's Don Pasquale. Musical theater and cabaret will include selections from Guys and Dolls, West Side Story, The Merry Widow, Little Shop of Horrors, and Les Miserables. Admission is $25 (includes hors d'oevres). Call 292-2295 for tickets.
Register by Dec. 12 for Commencement academic processional
Faculty planning to march in the academic processional at Autumn Commencement on Sunday (12/14) in the Jerome Schottenstein Center should notify their college dean's office by Friday (12/5). On commencement day, faculty registered to participate in the processional should assemble by 1:45 p.m. in cap and gown in the west concourse at Section 114 on entry level. The ceremony begins at 2 p.m. For details, call the Office of Commencement and Special Events, 292-9051.
Budget Basics for Strategic Planning workshop Dec. 3
Human Resources is offering “Budget Basics for Strategic Planning,” a workshop for department chairs, school directors, deans, associate deans, and assistant deans, from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesday (12/3) in Suite 430 Gateway Building, 1590 N. High St. Registration required. Register online. Contact: 292-2800
Today: Tour, tastings and tailgate at 4-H Center
The university community is invited to tours and a caterer- sponsored tailgate tastings from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. today (11/20) at the Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center, 2201 Fred Taylor Drive. The 4-H Center has meeting spaces that can accommodate up to 400 guests and is available for meetings, receptions, conferences or a dinner party under the stars. To learn more about 4-H Center services, visit www.ohio4-hcenter.org/features.html.
OSU ticket discounts for tonight's Reba McEntire/Kelly Clarkson concert
Reba McEntire and Kelly Clarkson perform in their Two Worlds - Two Voices Tour tonight (11/20) at Value City Arena. OSU faculty, staff and students can get a four-pack of tickets for $100 plus service charges online. Click here. In addition, a student/ military discount is available: single seats for $30 each with valid ID shown at the Box Office only.
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