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Please note: Events may be cancelled or delayed due to weather, so please call organizers or check websites ahead of time if you are making plans.
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Here’s what was posted to UofL Today between Feb. 13 and Feb. 18, 2015:
· VIDEO: Meet Mr. and Ms. Cardinal. Erin Yenney was the women’s soccer team captain and will graduate with a degree in Industrial Engineering. Benjamin Hota is a U.S. Marine veteran and will graduate with a finance degree. Watch their story.
· VIDEO: Everyone got in on the action of the new UofL “Uptown Funk” video—and we do mean everyone! It has had thousands of views since it was posted last week. Watch it here.
· The Hunger Banquet is to raise awareness about food inequality. Read more.
· Jazz Fest 2015 brings Grammy winner, jazz masters to UofL. Read more.
· UofL named top school for military, veteran students. Read more.
· Inscope team wins Cardinal Challenge. Read more.
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DID YOU KNOW?
WHAS-TV is looking back at its history with “February Flashbacks.” Former WHAS staff members Mark Hebert and Brad Knoop, who are now working for UofL, stopped by “Great Day Live” for a visit and a chat: View here.
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Campus-Submitted Announcement List
Weather-related Announcements
1.) UofL offering free hot chocolate today to students, faculty and staff
2.) ULPD: Plan your route wisely
3.) Today’s Women’s Center staff forum postponed
4.) 2015 Inaugural Diversity Series postponed
Events
5.) Popular music conference begins today
6.) Arctic explorer Lonnie Dupre to speak at PJCS
Arts
7.) Blues History with the 10th Street Blues Band
Health and Wellness
8.) Free blood pressure screenings for Belknap Campus
9.) Free blood pressure screenings for Shelby Campus
10.) Savor the Moment during Get Healthy Now’s Take 20
11.) Interested in free dental care?
IT
12.) University website unavailable during P.M.
Miscellaneous
13.) Master of Public Health information session scheduled
14.) EndNote Classes, Kornhauser Health Sciences Library
15.) HSC Webinar on new NIH Biosketch Format
16.) Call for summer research projects – School of Medicine
17.) Author discusses business of college sports
18.) Engaged Scholarship in Action series continues with a discussion on racial disparities
Sustainability
19.) Green Tip: Got Snow?
20.) EcoReps Workshop: Theatre Arts Sustainability Open House
Grand Rounds
21.) Educator 1 and 2
22.) Neuroscience
23.) Pediatric Grand Rounds
24.) Obstetrics, Gynecology & Women’s Health
Seminars
25.) Microbiology & Immunology Seminar
Studies
26.) PKU study for 18 to 70 year olds
27.) Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Study for Adolescents and Adults aged 12 to 35 years
28.) Type 2 diabetes mellitus study for children and adolescents aged 10 to 17 years
29.) Autism study for children 4 to 10 years old
30.) Research study for nausea and vomiting after a scheduled surgery, birth through 17 years
31.) Pain study, infants and toddlers, less than 2 years
32.) Pediatric pain study, 7 through 16 years
33.) Pediatric constipation study
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Campus-Submitted Announcements
Weather-related Announcements
1.) UofL offering free hot chocolate today to students, faculty and staff
UofL is offering free hot chocolate for students, faculty and staff Thursday, Feb. 19. Beginning at 10 a.m., hot chocolate will be available at the following locations:
· Student Activities Center first floor
· Ekstrom Library first floor
· Davidson Hall first floor
· Miller Information and Technology Center lower level
· City Café on the HSC campus
Student Affairs, the Provost’s Office and Sodexo are supporting this initiative.
2.) ULPD: Plan your route wisely
When planning your route to or from UofL during snowy weather, ULPD advises using the Metro Louisville Public Works Interactive Map: http://ags2.lojic.org/metrosnowroutes/. This map will show you the snow routes and what streets have been plowed and treated for the best ride to and from the University or other destinations.
3.) Today’s Women’s Center staff forum postponed
The UofL Women’s Center 3rd Thursday Brunch Forum scheduled for Feb. 19 has been postponed until a later date to be announced.
Additional Information: Email Phyllis M. Webb for rescheduled date and/or more details. Call 852-8976 or alternate email womenctr@louisville.edu.
4.) 2015 Inaugural Diversity Series postponed
Due to inclement weather, the diversity speaker event featuring Derek Greenfield has been postponed. More information on a new date to come soon.
Additional Information: Leondra Gully, 852-0231. Website.
Events
5.) Popular music conference begins today
Feb. 19 to 21, various locations
Free
The International Association of the Study of Popular Music Association-US Conference will be held Feb. 19 to 21 at various locations including at UofL. IASPM gathers scholars from around the world and across academic disciplines to examine the many ways musical expression shapes our identities, communities and lives: from Louisville to Nairobi; in jazz and in J-Pop; among amateur home organ players and virtuosic percussionists. The conference features three days of roundtable discussions, panel presentations, and keynote speakers and live music.
Additional Information: For the complete program http://iaspm-us.net/2015-iaspm-us-annual-conference/ or contact diane.pecknold@louisville.edu.
6.) Arctic explorer Lonnie Dupre to speak at PJCS
Feb. 19, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium, PNC Club
Free with UofL ID; public $5; registration required
UofL Athletics hosts mountain climber, polar explorer and climate change activist Lonnie Dupre. Lonnie just returned from the peak of the tallest mountain in North America after becoming the first to summit Denali alone in January! He was also the first to cross the Arctic Ocean under his own power. Lonnie will share tales of his adventures and describe his personal witness of the detrimental effects of global climate change over 25 years of polar exploring.
Additional Information: Registration required: http://www.bookeo.com/lonnie; learn more at www.oneworldendeavors.com.
Arts
7.) Blues History with the 10th Street Blues Band
Feb. 20, 7 p.m., The Library at Oxmoor Farm, 720 Oxmoor Ave.
$20 for members of the Filson Historical Society, $25 for non-members
Local blues history and blues hits from the 1950s and 1960s will be subjects of an evening with the 10th Street Blues Band. Refreshments will be served. The Filson Historical Society is a member of A&S’s Center for Arts and Culture Partnerships.
Additional Information: Reservations are strongly suggested. Register online at www.filsonhistorical.org/events or by phone at 635-5083.
Health and Wellness
8.) Free blood pressure screenings for Belknap Campus
Feb. 26, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., University Club
Free for UofL employees
Get Healthy Now is partnering with the American Heart Association and Sodexo in the fight against heart disease. In support of National Heart Month, we are offering free blood pressure checks, stress balls, health tips, heart healthy recipes and Sodexo fruit for your campus. Each screening takes less than two minutes. Giveaways and prizes for participation. Grab a colleague and come join us! You may be the lucky one who walks away with a Fitbit!
Additional Information: Website; ghn@louisville.edu, 852-7755.
9.) Free blood pressure screenings for Shelby Campus
Feb. 27, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Burhans Hall, room 157
Free for UofL employees
Get Healthy Now is partnering with the American Heart Association and Sodexo in the fight against heart disease. In support of National Heart Month, we are offering free blood pressure checks, stress balls, health tips, heart healthy recipes and Sodexo fruit for your campus. Each screening takes less than two minutes. Giveaways and prizes for participation. Grab a colleague and come join us! You may be the lucky one who walks away with a Fitbit.
Additional Information: Website; ghn@louisville.edu, 852-7755.
10.) Savor the Moment during Get Healthy Now’s Take 20
Feb. 20, 12:30 to 12:50 p.m., HSC Fitness Center, Health Sciences Center Campus;
Feb. 27, 12:30 to 12:50 p.m., Health Promotion Activity Room, Student Services Annex, Belknap Campus
Free: employees, spouses, QAs
Take 20 minutes to sample Get Healthy Now’s mindfulness offerings in collaboration with Dr. Paul Salmon, associate professor in psychological and brain sciences. Experience the many health-enhancing benefits of reflection, stillness and being fully present. You will walk away from this Take 20 feeling calm and relaxed.
Additional Information: Register here or feel free to walk in.
IT
12.) University website unavailable during P.M.
The UofL web site will be unavailable due to an operating system upgrade during the regular Preventative Maintenance (PM) period, 10 p.m. – 2 a.m. Friday, Feb. 20. Please note that other systems (e.g. Blackboard, email, instant messaging, PeopleSoft, ULink, data services, etc.) may also be taken offline during this time without notice. We apologize for any inconvenience this offline period may cause.
Additional Information: Contact the HelpDesk, 852-7997.
Miscellaneous
13.) Master of Public Health information session scheduled
Feb. 25, noon to 1 p.m., Ekstrom Library, Room 210
Free session and free lunch for those who RSVP
The School of Public Health and Information Sciences is hosting an information session to allow undergraduate, graduate, professional and medical students to learn more about our nationally accredited Master of Public Health program. The MPH offers concentrations in biostatistics, environmental health, epidemiology, health management and health promotion.
Additional Information: To register contact Judy Hollkamp, 852-6263. Website.
14.) EndNote Classes, Kornhauser Health Sciences Library
Feb. 19, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Kornhauser Library, History Room
Free to UofL community
EndNote is a software program, for Mac or PC, used to create bibliographies, import/export references from databases, convert references to a chosen citation style and to manage PDFs.
Additional Information: John Chenault, 852-3901.
15.) HSC Webinar on new NIH Biosketch Format
Feb. 24, 2 to 3 p.m., Clinical & Translational Research Building, Room 101/102
This taped webinar on the keys to writing a compelling scientific narrative will cover which accomplishments to include and what not to mention. Learn how to highlight your most important work without sounding self-serving and the basic components of a solid narrative. Early investigators are likely not to have a long track record for the narrative, therefore, your presenter will cover career-stage specific aspects of the narrative that tell your story in a unique way. Light refreshments provided.
Additional Information: hscro@louisville.edu, 852-7794.
16.) Call for summer research projects – School of Medicine
Summer research projects are now being solicited from faculty to submit a biomedical summer research project for our medical students. The student’s stipend support and poster production costs are covered by the School of Medicine’s Summer Research Scholar Program (SRSP) and NIH training grants. To submit a project, visit this website; deadline is March 6.
Additional Information: HSC Research Office, 852-2553.
17.) Author discusses business of college sports
Feb. 19, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Ekstrom Library, Chao Auditorium
Free
Author Kristi Dosh, who has provided material for ESPN, Forbes, Bleacher Report and other outlets, will give a public lecture about the business of college sports. She recently wrote Saturday Millionaires,, and will have a book signing prior to the talk. Refreshments will be provided.
Additional Information: Gerry Williger, 852-0821; Kamari Wooten 852-8593; website. Co-sponsored by Mortar Board National Senior Honorary and Student-Athletes of Color Combining Opportunities and Responsibility for Excellence, with funding by the Club Programming Committee.
18.) Engaged Scholarship in Action series continues with a discussion on racial disparities
March 6, 12:30 to 2 p.m., Clinical and Translational Research Building, Room 124, HSC
Free
Sponsored by the Office of the Provost, the panel discussion “From Parkland to Ferguson: The Persistence of Racial Disparities” will feature brief presentations about community-engaged work on the topic, followed by a conversation on how interdisciplinary efforts might lead to more effective collaborations and positive community outcomes. Light lunch served. Panelists: Vicki Hines-Martin (Nursing), Cedric Powell (Law), Monnica Williams (Psychology), more TBA.
Additional Information: jamie.beard@louisville.edu, 852-6142. Cosponsored by Offices of the Dean of the College Arts & Sciences, Dean of the Brandeis School of Law, Dean of the Kent School of Social Work, Dean of the College of Education and Human Development, Dean of the School of Medicine, Dean of the School of Nursing, Dean of the School of Public Health and Information Sciences, Office of Community Engagement, and the Anne Braden Institute for Social Justice Research.
Sustainability
19.) Green Tip: Got Snow?
Avoid navigating slippery roads and the hassle of digging out by leaving your car at home and letting TARC do the driving. Louisville’s entire bus system is completely free with UofL ID. If you need a car on campus, check one out from UofL Carshare – join by 3/15 for just $1 with promo code SPRING. When clearing snow, use a shovel instead of salt or gas-guzzling blowers – you’ll stay warm with exercise while preventing pollution corrosion, and damage to plants and aquatic ecosystems.
Additional Information: Plan your bus trip; UofL Carshare.
20.) EcoReps Workshop: Theatre Arts Sustainability Open House
Feb. 20, noon to 1 p.m., The Playhouse
Free
Join us for our monthly EcoReps workshop featuring locals making a difference in sustainability! This month we’ll take a field trip to The Playhouse (on Cardinal Blvd. between 2nd and 3rd streets) for a behind-the-scenes look at how Charles Nasby, technical production manager for UofL’s Theatre Arts Department, is taking waste reduction, recycling and repurposing to the next level. UofL’s EcoReps program is designed to move us beyond talk to action for a more sustainable UofL.
Additional Information: Facebook Event Page; more info and sign-up form on EcoReps website.
Grand Rounds
21.) Educator 1 and 2
Educator 1, March 9, noon to 1 p.m., (lunch will be served), Instructional Building Room B215
Speaker: Dr. Paul Hemmer, MD, MPH, Col (ret), USAF, MC, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. Topic “Changing the Culture of Learner Evaluation: Moving from Likert Scales to Narrative Description.” Immediately following the noon presentation, Dr. Hemmer will lead a hands-on workshop.
Educator 2, March 9, 1 to 2 p.m., Instructional Building Room B215
Speaker: Dr. Paul Hemmer, MD, MPH, Col (ret), USAF, MC, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. Topic: “Workshop: How to Give Narrative Feedback to Learners.”
Additional Information: To register online: UofL Educator/Faculty Event Registration. All are welcome to attend one or both of these sessions. 1.0 CME Category 1 offered for each event.
22.) Neuroscience
Feb. 19, 8 to 9 a.m., School of Nursing, K Wing, Room 4003
Dr. Teresa Pitts, assistant professor in the Kentucky Spinal Cord Injury Research Center, department of neurosurgery, UofL, will present this week’s neuroscience grand rounds. Title is pending. This is a free CME and CEU event. Continental breakfast will be served. If the University is closed or delayed due to weather, this event will be canceled.
Additional Information: Emily Rollins, 407-3226.
23.) Pediatric Grand Rounds
Feb. 20, 8 a.m., Norton Hospital, 2nd Floor Auditorium
This Friday, please join us for a Pediatric Grand Rounds featuring Karen Moeller, MD. Dr. Moeller is director of neuroradiology at Kosair Children’s Hospital. She will be presenting “CT: Benefits vs. Risks in Pediatric Neuroradiology.”
Information: Brittney Luckett, 629-8828.
24.) Obstetrics, Gynecology & Women’s Health
Feb. 20, 1 to 2 p.m., Ambulatory Care Building-Basement Auditorium
Please join us Friday as Dr. Shan Biscette presents The Impact & Management of Fibroids for Fertility. She will discuss the role of fibroids in infertility; review options for management of fibroids in women wishing to conceive; and discuss pregnancy rates and obstetrical outcomes following myomectomy.
Additional Information: Crystal Menear, 561-7463.
Seminars
25.) Microbiology & Immunology Seminar
Feb. 19, noon to 1 p.m., Baxter II, Room 038
The Department of Microbiology & Immunology Seminar Series presents, “SA-4-1BBL in Cancer and Immunity” by Hampartsoum Barsoumian, PhD candidate in the lab of Haval Shirwan, PhD and Esma Yolcu, PhD.
Additional Information: Carolyn Burton, 852-6208.
Studies
26.) PKU study for 18 to 70 year olds
IRB #13.0311
The Kosair Charities Pediatric Clinical Research Unit is conducting a clinical research study to evaluate the safety and tolerability of a medication in 18 to 70 year olds who have a diagnosis of PKU with a high Phe level. If the patient qualifies to take part in this research study, involvement lasts from 27 to 44 weeks with up to 15 study visits. They will receive the study medication and study-related care at no cost. Compensation available for time/travel.
For additional information, contact Lauren Rayborn by email or at 629-7544 or 620-0000 (pager).
27.) Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Study for Adolescents and Adults aged 12 to 35 years
IRB #12.0380
The Kosair Charities Pediatric Clinical Research Unit and the Wendy L. Novak Diabetes Care Center are conducting a clinical research study to evaluate the safety of an experimental medication in 12 to 35 years olds who have recently been diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. If the subject qualifies to take part in this research study, participation lasts up to 2 years; he/she will receive the study medication or a placebo and study-related care at no cost . Compensation available for time/travel.
For additional information, contact Kupper Wintergerst or Lauren Rayborn by email or at 629-7544 or 620-0000 (pager)
28.) Type 2 diabetes mellitus study for children and adolescents aged 10 to 17 years
IRB #12.0380
The Kosair Charities Pediatric Clinical Research Unit and the Wendy L. Novak Diabetes Care Center are conducting a clinical research study to evaluate the metabolism, as well as safety, of a medication in children and adolescents aged 10 to 17 years old who have been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. If the child qualifies to take part in this research study, he/she will attend 3 clinic visits; receive the study medication and study-related care at no cost. Compensation available for time/travel.
For additional information, contact Kupper Wintergerst or Lauren Rayborn by email or at 629-7544 or 620-0000 (pager).
29.) Autism study for children 4 to 10 years old
IRB #13.0779
The UofL Kosair Charities Pediatric Clinical Research Unit at Kosair Children’s Hospital is conducting a clinical research study to evaluate how a medication treats abnormal EEG’s without seizures, as well as behavioral and neurological symptoms, in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). If a child qualifies to take part in this research study, he/she will receive the study medication or placebo and study-related care at no cost. Parents will be offered compensation for time/travel.
For additional information, contact Carrie Schanie, 629-6802 or 620-0000 (pager).
30.) Research study for nausea and vomiting after a scheduled surgery, birth through 17 years
IRB #12.0552
The UofL Kosair Charities Pediatric Clinical Research Unit at Kosair Children’s Hospital is conducting a clinical research study to evaluate the safety and dose response of a drug given orally prior to a scheduled surgery that is used to prevent post-operative nausea and vomiting. Children from birth to 17 years of age may be eligible for participation. Subjects may be compensated for time/travel.
If your child is scheduled or being scheduled for surgery, please call 629-5820 or 620-0000 (pager) to speak to study personnel, or email carich01@louisville.edu.
31.) Pain study, infants and toddlers, less than 2 years
IRB #12.0228
The UofL Kosair Charities Pediatric Clinical Research Unit at Kosair Children’s Hospital is conducting a clinical research study to evaluate acetaminophen given into a vein to treat moderate to severe pain in infants and children less than 2 years of age following surgery or an injury. Subjects may be compensated for time/travel.
For more information, contact Tressa Bratton, 629‐5820 or 620‐0000 (pager).
32.) Pediatric pain study, 7 through 16 years
IRB #12.0192
The UofL Kosair Charities Pediatric Clinical Research Unit at Kosair Children’s Hospital is conducting a clinical research study to evaluate the safety, pharmacokinetics and efficacy of an investigational drug used to treat moderate to severe prolonged or persistent pain. Children 7 to less than 17 years of age who require continuous analgesia for moderate to severe pain for an extended period of time may be eligible for participation. Patients will be reimbursed for reasonable travel costs associated with their participation in the study.
For more information, contact Karrie Kernen, 629-5820 or 620-0000 (pager).
33.) Pediatric constipation study
IRB# 14.0007
The UofL Kosair Charities Pediatric Clinical Research Unit is conducting a clinical research study to assess the efficacy and safety of an investigational drug used to treat constipation. Children 6-17 years of age who have been diagnosed with functional constipation and are able to swallow capsules may be eligible to participate. Patients may be compensated for time/travel associated with their participation in the study.
For more information, contact Jackie Perry, 629-5123, pager 620-0000.
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