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Spotlight on… Ohio State University Extension

May 21, 2009

OSU Extension is the original and most extensive outreach arm of the university.

With offices run by faculty and staff in all 88 counties, Extension fulfills Ohio State’s land-grant mission to address challenges of Ohioans via non-credit programs and research-based materials.

We focus primarily on agriculture and natural resources, including environmental stewardship and gardening; family and consumer sciences, including nutrition, finances and human development; community and economic development, including business retention and expansion; and youth development and citizenship through Extension’s 4-H program.

Local efforts are supported by faculty with Extension appointments based in 13 departments in Columbus and at the OARDC in Wooster. Through OSU CARES, Extension expands its outreach by collaborating with more than 50 departments representing all colleges across campus. 
Read more: http://extension.osu.edu and http://osucares.osu.edu

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Spotlight on… Melton Center for Jewish Studies

May 21, 2009

The Melton Center for Jewish Studies offers 200 interdisciplinary courses that comprise Jewish studies at Ohio State.

In coordination with nine affiliated academic departments and represented by 30 professors, the Melton Center oversees Jewish studies majors, minors, and graduate students and offers a variety of scholarships.

The center hosts academic conferences, attracts visiting scholars, and provides financial support for study in Israel. In addition, it orchestrates diverse educational programs and cultural events for the university and the larger Columbus community. Such offerings include concerts, films, panel discussions, and lectures on topics as varied as Jewish participation in the Civil Rights movement to twentieth century Israeli composers.

The Melton Center was the first center of its kind established at any American public university. Contact: Program coordinators Lori Fireman, fireman.2@osu.edu or Nancy Golden, golden.45@osu.edu. 
Read more: http://www.meltoncenter.osu.edu

Spotlight on … is a new OSUToday feature created to promote the highlights, achievements and unique points of pride of each of the university’s departments, sections, units, etc. Send items togammage.2@osu.edu to be considered for publication. Please limit text to 125 words and include contact info and a web link.

Spotlight on… College of Public Health

May 21, 2009

Health is not a solo act. It reflects how we live, eat, drink, work and play.

Public health makes the world a healthier and safer place. Ohio State’s College of Public Health is the first and only accredited school of public health in the state. Specializations include biostatistics, epidemiology, health behavior and health promotion, environmental health sciences, health services management and policy, veterinary public health, and clinical investigation.

The college houses the Center for Health Outcomes Policy and Evaluation Studies and Public Health Preparedness for Infectious Diseases, an interdisciplinary research collaboration of six Ohio State colleges. The Office of Workforce Development serves hundreds of public health professionals annually through trainings and workshops.

The college’s Master of Health Administration program is ranked 12th by US News & World Report. Read more >

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Spotlight on… Office of Continuing Education

May 21, 2009

Connect, engage and discover the possibilities with the Office of Continuing Education at Ohio State.

As the cornerstone of continuing education, CEd is dedicated to connecting nontraditional students with Ohio State, engaging them with the many people and programs available, and discovering their opportunities to grow personally, academically and professionally.

For those seeking personal enrichment, career change or advancement, CEd has a wide variety of quality programs and innovative services designed to meet the scheduling demands of busy adults. Programs and services include: Academic Advising Services, Admissions, Career Exploration Office, Conference Management, Contractual Outreach, Credit Programs, Distance Learning Facility, Noncredit Programs (on-campus and online), Program 60, and Bridge (for university employees only).

For more information, visit ced.osu.edu, or contact 292-8860 orrockhold.14@osu.edu.

Spotlight on … is a new OSUToday feature created to promote the highlights, achievements and unique points of pride of each of the university’s departments, sections, units, etc. Send items togammage.2@osu.edu to be considered for publication. Please limit text to 125 words and include contact info and a web link.

Spotlight on… Creative Services

May 21, 2009

Creative Services within University Communications offers professional print/web design and editorial services to the university community. From recruiters and annual reports to e-newsletters and web sites, the office assists university departments and colleges in developing communications that meet Ohio State’s core initiatives and visual identity guidelines. Creative Services works closely with other university offices, including Photo Services, New Media and UniPrint, to provide seamless and coordinated communications.

As an earnings unit, Creative Services gives back nearly 7 percent of its earnings to Ohio State. The Creative Services portfolio includes Visual Poetry, which received a 2008 Award of Excellence from the University & College Designers Association, and The Arts Initiative Web Site. Contact: Lynn Nickell at 292-8178 or mailto:nickell.15@osu.edu. 

Spotlight on … is an OSUToday feature created to promote the highlights, achievements and unique points of pride of each of the university’s departments, sections, units, etc. Send items togammage.2@osu.edu to be considered for publication. Please limit text to 125 words and include contact info and a web link.