July 14, 2014 announcements

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    Here’s what was posted to UofL Today on July 11, 2014:

    ·        Board praises president’s performance. Read more.

    ·        STORY, VIDEO: At the first UofL Digital Media Academy, middle-school-age girls got a chance to focus on their futures. Read more. Video here.

    ·        VIDEO: UofL is expanding its Children and Youth Project office, a medical-dental home for children. The office on the HSC campus features a dental practice, home health service, WIC, speech therapy, social work and legal counseling. Watch here.

     

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    DID YOU KNOW?

     

    In 1987, UofL’s Office of News and Public Information (now the Office of Communications and Marketing) organized a Howard Schnellenberger lookalike contest to promote homecoming week. Around a dozen mustache-wearing, pipe-smoking men hammed it up on a stage in the Humanities Quad in a no-holds-barred quest for first prize—a free trip to the Orange Bowl with the football coach and his family. Schnellenberger’s wife, Beverly, judged the contest by kissing each entrant. Who won? None other than Jim Mardis, father of UofL Associate Vice President for Student Affairs Mike Mardis. “I remember my Dad picked her up in the air—literally swept her off her feet—when he kissed her,” said Mardis, who was attending St. Xavier High School at the time.

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    Campus-Submitted Announcement List

    1.) July Caregiving Workshop topic is grandparents raising grandchildren

    2.) Summer issue of the UofL Magazine is available

    3.) Register now for the SuccessfUL Supervisor Series

    4.) Bible study to be held

     

    Studies

    5.) Subjects needed for pediatric study, 2 to 12 years old

    6.) Autism study for children 4 to less than 8 years old

    7.) Research study for nausea and vomiting after a scheduled surgery, birth through 17

    8.) Pain study, infants and toddlers less than 2 years

    9.) Adolescent fibromyalgia study, 12 to 17 years

    10.) Pediatric pain study, 7 through 16 years

    11.) Type 2 diabetes mellitus study for children and adolescents 10 to 17 years

     

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    Campus-Submitted Announcements

     

    Miscellaneous

    1.) July Caregiving Workshop topic is grandparents raising grandchildren

    July 15, 12 to 12:45 p.m., Ekstrom Library, Chao Auditorium

    Free

    Are you caring for a loved one? Get Healthy Now and the Great Places to Work Work-Life Balance Committee host a monthly series geared towards employees caring for a grand/child, parent, relative or friend. The monthly workshop is designed to provide access to important resources, inspire group support and promote self-care. The series is held the third Tuesday of each month. Mark your calendar for Judith C. Heitzman, PhD, adjunct associate professor, Kent School of Social Work, discussing grandparents raising grandchildren.

    Additional Information: UofL Today articleWebsite and previously recorded sessionsGet Healthy Now, 852-7755.

     

    2.) Summer issue of the UofL Magazine is available

    Check out the summer issue of University of Louisville Magazine, with all the news about the ACC and more! Online: http://louisville.epubxp.com/title/11139.

     

    3.) Register now for the SuccessfUL Supervisor Series

    Wednesdays from Oct. 1 to Dec. 10, 9 a.m. to noon, Delphi Center Lab, Ekstrom 244

    $555

    The Delphi Center and HR is accepting nominations for the fall SuccessfUL Supervisor Series. The curriculum is designed to help new and experienced supervisors enhance their skills and bring greater value to the university. Enrollment is limited and is filling quickly, so register today!

    Additional Information: For more information or to register, visit here. Contact: Alex Bryant at 852-4620.

     

    4.) Bible study to be held

    July 16, 6:45 to 7:30 a.m., InterFaith Center

    Free

    How would you describe your life lately? Peace-filled, chaos, smooth sailing, never a dull moment? Come join us Wednesday morning to discuss what steps you might take to make life joyful and eternally meaningful no matter what your life circumstances. It’s a great time for the UofL community to come together for fellowship, encouragement, Bible study and prayer. We meet at the InterFaith Center on Belknap. Please use the east entrance. Look forward to seeing you!

    Additional Information: Teresa Rohr.

     

    Studies

    5.) Subjects needed for pediatric study, 2 to 12 years old

    Volunteers 2 to 12 years of age with a spinal cord injury (at T10 or above) are needed for a research study about neuromuscular recovery in kids. Eligible subjects will be asked to complete up to two two-hour sessions of videotaped assessments. The study will be conducted at the Neuroscience Collaborative Center, Frazier Rehabilitation Institute.

    Additional Information: Lisa Clayton at (502) 333-8152, or Dr. Andrea Behrman at (502) 582-7451.

     

    6.) Autism study for children 4 to less than 8 years old

    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. IRB #13.0779

    Additional Information: Carrie Schanie, 629-6802 or 620-0000 (pager).

     

    7.) Research study for nausea and vomiting after a scheduled surgery, birth through 17

    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. IRB #12.0552

    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.

     

    8.) Pain study, infants and toddlers less than 2 years

    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. IRB #12.0228

    Additional Information: Tressa Bratton, 629‐5820 or 620‐0000 (pager).

     

    9.) Adolescent fibromyalgia study, 12 to 17 years

    The Kosair Charities Pediatric Clinical Research Unit at Kosair Children’s Hospital is conducting a clinical research study to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of an investigational medication being studied as a possible treatment for fibromyalgia. Adolescents ages 12 to 17 years old who have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia may be eligible for participation. If child qualifies to take part in this research study, he/she will attend seven clinic visits over a 17-week period. If qualified, child will receive the study medication or placebo (an inactive look-alike pill) and study-related care at no cost. Parents may be compensated for their time/travel. IRB # 10.0116

    Additional Information: 629-5820 or pager: 620-0000.

     

    10.) Pediatric pain study, 7 through 16 years

    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. IRB #12.0192 

    Additional Information: Karrie Kernen, 629-5820 or 620-0000 (pager).

     

    11.) Type 2 diabetes mellitus study for children and adolescents 10 to 17 years

    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 three clinic visits and receive the study medication and study-related care at no cost. Compensation available for time/travel. IRB #12.0380

    Additional Information: Dr. Kupper Wintergerst or Lauren Rayborn, RN, by email or at 629-7544 or 620-0000 (pager).

     

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