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Monday, October 1, 2018

 
     
 
Sponsor Find the Hearing Solution That’s Right for You.

If you wear hearing aids but still have trouble hearing on the phone, cochlear implants might be right for you. Cochlear implants provide a mechanism for hearing when traditional devices are no longer helpful. They are not a cure for hearing loss, but can help you better understand speech, leading to improved outcomes. To learn if you’re a candidate for cochlear implants, take our short quiz and schedule an appointment with the audiologists of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.

Headline news

ElectroScience Laboratory welcomes new director story

At the core of every engineer is a person trying to better understand the world, trying to solve problems facing society, or exploring a passion for the details in life through science and mathematics. As the newly appointed director for Ohio State's ElectroScience Laboratory (ESL), Richard W. Ridgway has built a career at that intersection of joy and discipline.
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Fulbright Scholar Report 2018 story

The Office of International Affairs, in partnership with the Office of Institutional Research and Planning, has released an assessment of the Fulbright Scholar Program. The objectives of the university-wide study focused on the impact and outcomes of the program on recipients’ teaching, research and service; documenting the impact on building international partnerships; examining the campus climate; and identifying future directions of the program.
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Sponsor Mid-Ohio Foodbank is excited for Bucks for Charity

(Code 11500). For our neighbors struggling to make ends meet, every BUCK makes a difference. Your donation ensures hungry families have a warm meal as we head into this holiday season. For every $1 donated, the Foodbank distributes $10 worth of groceries to people in our community. Together, we can create a hunger-free and healthier community. Call Tiffany Priest at 614‑317‑9454 or email for more information.

Conference on Diversity in Aviation story

A professional development opportunity for anyone in the STEM fields. Among the topics to be discussed are creating a more inclusive classroom, implicit bias, recruitment of a diverse workforce, how to manage challenging conversations and much more. A full list of sessions will be provided as speakers are confirmed. Event is taking place at the Blackwell Wednesday (11/7) and Thursday (11/8).
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National Emergency Alert Test

The National Emergency Alert test, originally scheduled for Thursday (9/20), will occur on Wednesday (10/3). During this time, WEA compatible cell phones will receive a test message. This is not a Buckeye Alert, but many students, faculty and staff will receive the test message with header "Presidential Alert" and text that says, “THIS IS A TEST of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No action is needed.”
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Are you looking for a fair and simple credit card?

Then Credit Union of Ohio has the right card for you. We offer a low, fixed rate with no annual fee. Apply today.

Seminar series in engineering education

Join us in Baker Systems 136 each Friday 10:20-11:15 a.m. to hear a variety of speakers in engineering education discuss research endeavors and innovations.
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Awards and recognition

Lee selected as Kimberly Professorship in Pharmacy story

Robert J. Lee was recently selected as The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy’s Kimberly Professor of Pharmacy, pending approval by the university's Board of Trustees. The criterion for the appointment is scholarship, defined as engagement in advanced study with the acquirement of expert knowledge in a special field. The appointment will be effective through Aug. 31, 2021.
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Norwegian Wood! Isn’t it good! Let us help you create a healthy and creative space for success and happiness this year.

Commercially and residentially licensed, bonded and insured. Specializing in carpentry and renovations. Kitchen and bath renovations, basement finishing, outdoor landscape structures and decks, custom furniture, trim and more. Create the space you desire! Check the portfolio of our work on Facebook, Instagram and Houzz. Or online —> Contact email or Erik at 614-207-3808

Three Knowlton programs among the best story

The Knowlton School's graduate and undergraduate professional degree programs in landscape architecture and the graduate professional degree program in architecture are ranked among the best in the nation by publication <em>DesignIntelligence</em>.
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Health and wellness

Free heart check available for students at RPAC

College of Nursing nurses and nursing students will provide free heart checks to students up to age 40 in the RPAC lobby Thursday (10/4) 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and Friday (10/5) 10 a.m.-2 p.m. College of Nursing, Student Life, Office of the Chief Wellness Officer and our partner, The Women’s Health Alliance, want you to remember that it's never too early to care for your heart.
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Wellness programs offered throughout October.

Benefits-eligible faculty and staff can explore complimentary programs offered by the OSU Health Plan as a service of Your Plan for Health. Topics include healthy eating, active living, financial wellness, stress management and more. Upcoming webinars include Pregnancy Stress and Mindfulness on (10/2); Hiking for your Health on (10/17); Importance of Family Mealtime on (10/24) and Preparing for Open Enrollment on (10/31). Not able to participate in a live webinar? View recorded webinars here.

Getting around campus

Homecoming Parade to impact parking

Ohio State's Homecoming Parade will take place Friday (10/5). To allow for parade float setup, the north portion of the West Stadium Lot closes at 12:01 a.m. To accommodate the parade route, Ohio Union North Garage will close approximately 5:30 to 8 p.m. Additional impacts to Arps Garage, Ohio Union South Garage, Northwest Garage, Tuttle Park Place Garage and the East Stadium Lots will occur during the parade.
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Want to lose weight? Are you at risk for diabetes?

We are recruiting employees to participate in an 18-month research study to help people lose weight. The study includes a group-based nutrition and physical activity program. You may be eligible if you are eligible for employee benefits, at least 21 years old and have an elevated glucose level. Please call 614-292-4772, email or visit here for more information.

 
     
     
 
 
10/5
 

Lecturer Lunch Webinar Series: (re)Designing a core assignment
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10/4
 

John Mearsheimer to discuss why liberal hegemony was doomed to fail
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10/2
 

Neurotechnology Series Guest Lecture Bozhi Tian
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