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Here’s what was posted to UofL Today on March 30, 2015:
· Not just for children: UofL researchers to examine asthma triggers in older adults. Read more.
· Kentucky Cancer Program at UofL launches online guide to cancer resources. Read more.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Ann Larson, dean of the College of Education and Human Development, presented a framed diploma to the grieving family of a UofL student killed last year in an automobile accident. Watch the WAVE3 news story here.
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Campus-Submitted Announcement List
Awards
1.) Nominations for President’s Distinguished Faculty Awards due April 17
Anthem Data Breach
2.) Free identity theft protection available
Events
3.) Vietnamese to recount war experiences
4.) International Banquet is April 4
5.) Event tonight with the ‘Dad’ from ‘Sh*t My Dad Says’
6.) Save the Date for the 3rd annual Pathways Women’s Leadership Conference
Health and Wellness
7.) Thinking about quitting smoking? Get Healthy Now can help
8.) Weigh to Wellness: Do you have a weight loss goal for the summer?
Faculty
9.) Faculty: Learn about teaching with mobile apps at Appy Hour
10.) Faculty Survey of Student Engagement available today
11.) June Delphi U application deadline extended
12.) HSC Faculty: Learn the Top 10 tips for creating accessible courses
13.) Blackboard Summer and Fall 2013 courses to be deleted
Miscellaneous
14.) Deadline to order caps and gowns is March 31
15.) ‘Tunnel of Oppression’ open at Miller Hall
16.) 25th Annual Neuroscience Day deadline March 31
17.) Students on the Spectrum: Learn about autism
18.) Shed the red for teal in April to support Sexual Assault Awareness
19.) Lab safety and hazardous waste training scheduled
Seminars
20.) Diabetes and Obesity Seminar Series presents Dr. Aruni Bhatnagar
21.) Pharmacology and Toxicology presents a research seminar by Joshua L. Fuqua, PhD
Talks
22.) What is Fair Use in copyright and how can I use it?
23.) Intersection of spirituality and disability panel discussion scheduled
Volunteer Opportunities
24.) Breakfast … for a Buck?! Volunteers needed
Grand Rounds
25.) Endocrinology
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Campus-Submitted Announcements
Awards
1.) Nominations for President’s Distinguished Faculty Awards due April 17
Nominations for the 2015 President’s Distinguished Faculty Awards in service; teaching; and outstanding scholarship, research, and creative activity are due in the President’s Office by Friday, April 17. The guidelines are available here. Additional Information: If you have any questions please contact Julie Kroger, 852-2151.
Anthem Data Breach
2.) Free identity theft protection available
We continue to encourage employees and any family members who have been covered under Anthem health, dental, and vision plans dating back to 2004 to enroll in free identity theft protection services offered by Anthem. The offer is for 24 months of identity protection and credit monitoring services at no cost. Call 1-877-263-7995 for more information or to enroll.
Additional Information: www.anthemfacts.com or https://louisville.edu/hr/benefits. Call 1-877-263-7995 or call Human Resources 852-7965.
Events
3.) Vietnamese to recount war experiences
March 31, 6 p.m., Ekstrom Library, Chao Auditorium
Free
Forty years after the fall of Saigon, Vietnamese immigrants who live in Louisville will recount their experiences in “Unheard Tales of the Vietnam War: A South Vietnamese Perspective from Kentucky.” UofL is a partner in the federal program to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War and to honor Vietnam veterans and their families.
Additional Information: UofL Today story.
4.) International Banquet is April 4
April 4, 6 to 9 p.m., Student Activities Center, Multipurpose Room
Students: $5 in advance, $7 at the door; Public: $10
The American International Relations Club invites you to the 2015 International Banquet: Cardinal Masquerade. Enjoy international songs and dances along with Mediterranean food catered by Safier’s Deli. Purchase ticket in advance at the International Center/Brodschi Hall, 2nd floor.
Additional Information: Ashley Gray-Ziba; 852-6604.
5.) Event tonight with the ‘Dad’ from ‘Sh*t My Dad Says’
March 31, 7 p.m., March 31, Carmichael’s Bookstore, 2720 Frankfort Ave.
Free
The UofL humanities and Jewish studies programs invite you to a reading by Sam Halpern, the “Dad” of the viral twitter feed and book “Sh*t My Dad Says.” He will read from his book, “A Far Piece to Canaan: A Novel of Friendship and Redemption.”
Additional Information: Website. UofL Today story.
6.) Save the Date for the 3rd annual Pathways Women’s Leadership Conference
May 15, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Shelby Campus
$99
The 3rd annual UofL Pathways Women’s Leadership Conference will be held Friday, May 15. The program will include presentations by local and national leaders who will focus on strength and resiliency in leadership. The program registration is $99. Scholarships for half price registration will be available. Save the date, registration will be available soon.
Additional Information: Melissa Long Shuter, 852-6151.
Health and Wellness
7.) Thinking about quitting smoking? Get Healthy Now can help
April 7 to June 30, 4:30 p.m., Get Healthy Now Wellness Center, Humana Gym
Free for employees/retirees and their spouses/qualifying adults
Become your own success story by registering for Get Healthy Now’s smoking cessation program. Smoking cessation classes use the Cooper-Clayton Method, a comprehensive behavioral smoking cessation program that was started more than 20 years ago by Thomas Coopera, DDS, a dentist and former heavy smoker, and Richard Clayton, PhD, an expert on drug addiction. This highly successful program is science-based and uses proven methods, including education, skills training and social support.
Additional Information: Website. Questions: ghn@louisville.edu, 852-7755.
8.) Weigh to Wellness: Do you have a weight loss goal for the summer?
Belknap: April 7 – June 23, Tuesdays. noon to 12:45 p.m., GHN Wellness Center Rm. 116; HSC: April 8 – June 24, Wednesdays. noon to 12:45 p.m., Nursing School/K-Wing Rm. 2005
Join Get Healthy Now’s Weigh to Wellness class, which offers nutrition and exercise tips with the accountability of a weekly weigh-in. We will discuss various topics, such as portion sizes, worksite workouts, goal setting, and more! Healthy weight loss happens when you make gradual lifestyle changes that you can live with forever. Make your first move towards a healthy weight and join us for Weigh to Wellness! Enroll today and earn awesome incentives on your path to feeling your best!
Additional Information: Website. Questions: ghn@louisville.edu, 852-7755.
Faculty
9.) Faculty: Learn about teaching with mobile apps at Appy Hour
April 1, 3 to 5 p.m., Delphi Center, Ekstrom Library
Join us for informal conversation over sparkling beverages and appetizers about how mobile apps are being used across the curriculum and changing the way we teach. Share your favorite iOS or Android apps along with your success story. See what your colleagues are doing with mobile apps both in and out of the classroom. Pre-registration is required.
Additional Information: Learn more and register.
10.) Faculty Survey of Student Engagement available today
Faculty may now complete the Faculty Survey of Student Engagement (FSSE) through an email link in their UofL account. The FSSE measures faculty expectations for student engagement in educational practices that are known to be empirically linked with high levels of learning and development. Students recently completed the companion National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). The voice of our faculty is important in discussions about student engagement. Please take a moment to participate.
Additional Information: Katie Partin, 852-3761.
11.) June Delphi U application deadline extended
June 1-5 Founders Union, Shelby Campus; deadline to apply is April 20
Free
The application deadline for the June 1-5 session of Delphi U has been extended to Monday, April 20. This free, four and a half-day workshop offers faculty the chance to work with colleagues and Delphi Center staff to incorporate best practices when designing, revising, or delivering online courses. Previous attendees are welcome to attend again. Apply today!
Additional Information: Learn more and register. For more information, contact Deb Hatfield, 852-0412.
12.) HSC Faculty: Learn the Top 10 tips for creating accessible courses
March 31, noon to 1 p.m., Abell, Room 110
Free
The idea of making your course accessible to students with disabilities can seem daunting. However, in this presentation, you will learn 10 simple techniques that will not only increase the accessibility of your course, but may benefit all students. Registration is encouraged but not required for this brown bag session.
Additional Information: Register.
13.) Blackboard Summer and Fall 2013 courses to be deleted
Blackboard courses from the summer and fall 2013 (4135, 4138) will be archived and deleted after March 31. This is a semi-annual process by the Delphi Center that frees up server space for new courses. If you have a specific need to keep a spring 2013 course available beyond March 31, please submit a request using the link below. Additional information on this process can be found in the Blackboard News module on the login page.
Additional Information: Alicia Montgomery Dunlap, 852-8833. Website.
Miscellaneous
14.) Deadline to order caps and gowns is March 31
The deadline for students and faculty to order caps and gowns for May 2015 commencement is Tuesday, March 31 at midnight. Caps and gowns may be ordered by going to the commencement website http://louisville.edu/commencement
Additional Information: commence@louisville.edu.
15.) ‘Tunnel of Oppression’ open at Miller Hall
March 31, 7 to 10 p.m., First Year Resource Center, Miller Hall
Free
This is a unique, monumental experience for all who attend. In a theatrical, informative and thought-provoking format, the “Tunnel of Oppression” raises awareness for the importance of diversity and inclusion. It will take individuals 30 to 40 minutes to take a complete tour through the tunnel. All are welcome! Please join us as we seek to explore very real issues in hopes of making our campus and community a better place for all.
Additional Information: Ronnie Rentz.
16.) 25th Annual Neuroscience Day deadline March 31
March 31, 5 p.m.
Tuesday is the deadline for abstract submission and early registration for the 25th Annual Neuroscience Day, to be held on April 23. Poster competition categories include undergraduate, graduate student, and postdoc/resident. Be sure to list position of first author when submitting your abstract using the online form.
17.) Students on the Spectrum: Learn about autism
March 31, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., Shumaker Research Building 139
The numbers of students with Asperger’s syndrome/autism enrolled on college campuses is increasing around the nation and UofL is no exception. Attend this informative session to learn more about the challenges experienced by students with autism, as well as how students “on the spectrum” contribute to the rich diversity of our campus. Perspectives from the Kentucky Autism Training Center, Disability Resource Center and a personal perspective from a student with autism will be shared.
Additional Information: Website.
18.) Shed the red for teal in April to support Sexual Assault Awareness
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The #SAAM 2015 campaign is: It’s time to act. Safer campuses. Brighter futures. Prevent sexual violence. The UofL Police Department joins advocates and campus communities across the country in taking a stand by playing a pro-active role to educate and prevent sexual violence. Each day of the year is an opportunity to create change for the future. When we all play a role, we can prevent sexual violence.
Additional Information: Website.
19.) Lab safety and hazardous waste training scheduled
April 2, 9 to 11 a.m., HSC/ Delia Baxter II, Room 038
Free
Recently hired lab employees who work with chemicals should attend this training. Recurrent training for lab employees is required every three years. Bring employee/student ID number to sign in. Attendees can pre-register at www.louisville.edu/dehs, however advanced registration is not required.
Additional Information: Lloyd Asher, 852-2830 or Cathy Price, 852-2956.
Seminars
20.) Diabetes and Obesity Seminar Series presents Dr. Aruni Bhatnagar
March 31, 4 p.m., Baxter Room 038
Free
The Diabetes and Obesity Center will continue its 2015 Seminar Series with a presentation titled, Cardiovascular Effects of Exercise, by Dr. Aruni Bhatnagar, professor of medicine, director of the Diabetes and Obesity Center at UofL.
Additional Information: Ashley Ciszewski.
21.) Pharmacology and Toxicology presents a research seminar by Joshua L. Fuqua, PhD
March 31, 11 a.m. ,HSC Research Tower A, Knoefel Conference Room 1302
Free
The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology presents Plant Production of Viral Prophylactics, a research seminar by Joshua L. Fuqua, PhD, sr. research associate, UofL James Graham Brown Cancer Center, Owensboro Health.
Additional Information: Tracey Pender.
Talks
22.) What is Fair Use in copyright and how can I use it?
April 1
Discussion: 10:30 to 11:45 a.m., Ekstrom Library, W104
Open Q&A: Noon to 1 p.m., Ekstrom Library, 254 with pizza
Fair Use is a misunderstood but central foundation for using copyrighted resources. It also serves a broader role in preserving your right to decide when, how and where to use protected works. As part of the University Libraries Copyright in Focus series, Professor Dwayne K. Buttler, Endowed Chair, University Libraries, will discuss copyright in teaching, research and the broader culture. University Libraries will also host a copyright Q&A session at noon with pizza.
Additional Information and RSVP: Dwayne Buttler; 852-3128.
23.) Intersection of spirituality and disability panel discussion scheduled
March 31, noon to 1 p.m., Interfaith Center
How does spirituality impact disability? The Interfaith Center will offer a three-person panel discussing this topic. Each presenter will provide their perspectives with ample time for questions and answers.
Additional Information: Website.
Volunteer Opportunities
24.) Breakfast … for a Buck?! Volunteers needed
April 22, 9 to 11 p.m., Ville Grille
FYI will be hosting Breakfast for a Buck?! again this semester with Sodexo. We are in need of volunteers to mix and mingle with the students, bus tables, offer drink refills and staff the drink station. Please sign up here. Thanks!
Additional Information: Shelley Tewell.
Grand Rounds
25.) Endocrinology
April 1, 4 p.m., Baxter II Research Building, lower level, Room 038
Please join us as Sathya Krishnasamy, MD, UofL associate professor, division of endocrinology, metabolism and diabetes, presents: “Endocrine and Metabolic Consequences of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): Mysteries, Myths and Facts.
Additional Information: Kelly Galiette, 852-5237.
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