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Thursday, June 10, 2021

COVID-19

 

Employee Campus Reactivation Guidance

In a message to employees, the university outlined expectations and addressed key questions about the campus reactivation process — recognizing that some faculty, staff and graduate students have been working in person during the entire pandemic. Given the size and complexity of Ohio State, there will not be a one-size-fits-all answer to address what work will look like during the reactivation process. Using a common framework, leaders in individual colleges and areas will be making decisions about work responsibilities based on the mission and needs of each college or area as well as the roles of individual employees. Plans are expected to be finalized by July 15. Where possible, managers will provide at least 30 days’ notice before asking faculty and staff to return to campus. Some individuals may return more quickly — if managers determine that workspaces and operations are in place to support them. Autumn classes begin Aug. 24, so our plans for in-person work must reflect that timing.

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University updates mask requirements

Ohio State continues to respond to changes in public health guidance. For fully vaccinated people, masks are no longer required on Ohio State’s campuses except for in Wexner Medical Center facilities and on public transportation. Fully vaccinated individuals are also no longer required to physically distance. Individuals who are not vaccinated are required to continue wearing masks indoors and physically distancing at all times. At the Wexner Medical Center, there are additional safety measures and masking guidance in place. Anyone who feels most comfortable continuing to wear a face mask regardless of their vaccination status is welcome to do so.

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Voluntary vaccine information

To continue refining the university’s overall public health response, Ohio State is asking employees to voluntarily share their vaccine information by completing this simple form. This information will be used for contact tracing, isolating/quarantining or other individual case decisions in the event of a COVID-19 exposure, as aggregate data to determine the percentage of vaccinated Ohio State employees, and to drive decisions on public health measures needed for the Ohio State community. More information is available on the Safe and Healthy Buckeyes Vaccine webpage.

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Celebrate Pride with Krissy on Tour. Starting tomorrow, June 11, the Wexner Center for the Arts is proud to host a two-week run of Krissy on Tour, a virtual program created by Krissy Talking Pictures. The Philadelphia-based collective focuses on video art by queer artists and offers a lineup of shorts by members and fellow area filmmakers, along with personal introductions to each short that help demystify the art-making process. The free stream can be viewed here through June 25.

Headline news

 

Former intern returns to WOSU newsroom

Michael Lee returns to WOSU Public Media as a general assignment reporter with 89.7 NPR News after being a production intern on All Sides with Ann Fisher and a reporting intern on the news team in 2018.

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Attend virtual Juneteenth celebration

Save the date and plan to attend the upcoming virtual Juneteenth celebration, hosted by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Diversity Council, June 17 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will feature a drum call with local artists and remarks from Ohio State leaders.

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Financial Fridays for Summer 2021. COPEC, the non-profit organization and host of the Retirement Decisions Workshop series is pleased to announce Financial Fridays Educational Seminar Series. These programs will be offered most Fridays noon to 1 p.m. and cover a wide variety of topics including Estate Planning 101 and 201, Understanding 403(b) and 457(b) plan options, Social Security and Medicare planning, budgeting and credit scores. Register online or call Jerry Snyder at 614-799-8668. There will be no attempt to sell any products or services. ***Click here for full COPEC and board affiliation disclosure information.

Grants and funding

 

Hayes awarded $3.3 million grant from NIH

Scott Hayes of the Department of Psychology and Chronic Brain Injury Initiative received a $3.3 million R01 grant from the National Institute on Aging. This five-year award will examine the contributions of modifiable physical attributes to cognitive and brain health in young, middle-aged and older adults. Research participants will complete comprehensive cognitive and fitness assessments, as well as brain MRI scans.

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Matching grant funding for informal learning spaces

Departments and organizations may qualify for up to $50,000 in matching grant funding to transform interior and exterior campus spaces. In alignment with Ohio State’s strategic plan and the university’s master plan (Framework 2.0), the Integrated Physical Planning Liaison Group is encouraging applications to develop informal learning and outdoor spaces on campus for FY22. Planning, Architecture and Real Estate (PARE) will work with winning applicants to ensure the project and its design meet university guidelines. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until funding is exhausted.

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Visit the new, expanded home of the Veterinary Medical Center’s Community Practice. Accepting new patients! The new Frank Stanton Veterinary Spectrum of Care Clinic provides convenient, on-campus access to primary care for dogs and cats. Evening and Saturday hours available, plus free parking! This state-of-the-art facility is located at 655 Vernon L Tharp Street. Please call 614-292-1573. Learn more about what makes our clinic so unique by visiting here.

Concept papers due for PRE Program Catalyst Grants

Concept papers for the President’s Research Excellence Program Catalyst Grants are due June 18 at 5 p.m. These grants of up to $200,000 are for large cross- and interdisciplinary teams to pursue large-scale, high-impact research that addresses emerging or existing challenges of national and international societal importance, generates long-term, sustained and significant impact.

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Courses/training

 

Guiding Students to Wellness

The Guiding Students to Wellness workshop is a 2.5 hour training for Ohio State faculty, staff and graduate/professional students. Participants will learn the skills needed to effectively guide students to wellness through active listening, motivational interviewing, goal-setting and best-referral practices. The workshop will offer opportunities to ask questions and practice scenarios. The training ends with goal-setting and a final reflection.

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Are you driving change in your organization? Register for convenient Lean Six Sigma Training. The principles and practices of Lean Six Sigma deliver incredible value for individuals and organizations. Developing your expertise in these methods enhances your contribution. Ohio State’s Fisher College of Business offers two blended learning programs designed to develop your technical skills to the level you need. Connect with us to learn more and find the best fit for your needs.

Virtual Open Workshop: Trans 101

Trans 101 explores best practices for engaging with and supporting transgender and gender non-conforming students and communities at Ohio State. Participants will gain a greater understanding of transgender identities and the systems of oppression that affect their community. It is recommended, but not required, for participants to attend a Safe Zone Training before this workshop. During summer, this workshop is offered on the third Wednesday of each month via Zoom.

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OSU Carpentries OpenRefine and Python workshop

The OSU Carpentries Team is hosting a Data Carpentries workshop June 21-24, 1-5 p.m. The Carpentries teaches skills that are immediately useful for researchers, using lessons and datasets that allow researchers to quickly apply what they have learned to their own work.

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Now enrolling: Clinical trial to evaluate the effectiveness of digital therapeutics in adults diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). Enrollment is open for an exciting new clinical trial to determine the effectiveness of two digital therapeutics (on a smartphone app) for depression. To qualify, you must be between the ages of 22 and 64, diagnosed with MDD, presently taking an antidepressant and have current symptoms of depression. All assessments are done remotely and participants are reimbursed for study-related expenses. For more information, please contact clinicaltrials@osumc.edu or 614-293-7109.

Getting around campus

 

West Lane Avenue Garage power washing

Power washing of the parking decks, stairwells, and common areas in West Lane Avenue Garage will begin June 14. Garage entrances will close at 4 p.m. and all vehicles must exit the garage by 7 p.m. The garage will reopen June 16 at 5 a.m.

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Neil Avenue Garage power washing

Power washing of the parking decks, stairwells and common areas in Neil Avenue Garage will begin June 17 at 7 p.m. Rolling space closures on the upper floors will be in effect through June 18 at 5 a.m. Starting June 18, garage entrances will close at 4 p.m. and all vehicles must exit the garage by 7 p.m. The garage will reopen June 21 at 5 a.m.

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OSUGo text alerts – stay informed and on time

As construction continues and roadway impacts occur, stay informed and on time. Opt-in to OSUGo text message alerts for text alerts to receive timely information about major campus construction, road closures, events and impacts to traffic and travel. Text "osugo" to 67283 to sign up.

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Upcoming events

 
June 23

Resilience – Going Beyond Normal webinar

June 30

Ohio Sea Grant and Stone Lab host 2021 Lake Erie Harmful Algal Bloom Forecast

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