Ohio University Flight Program Ranked as Quality Program (01/29/2004) Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Flight Training Magazine recognized Ohio University's flight training program, part of the Department of Aviation in the Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College of Engineering and Technology, as a quality program among medium-sized colleges.
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Identity theft costs victims money, reputation (01/26/2004) Identity theft is no laughing matter. And now, thanks to an informative Web site assembled by the U.S. Department of Education, students, faculty and staff at colleges and universities nationwide - including Ohio University ? can learn how to prevent the damaging crime.
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15th President to reflect on tenure (01/23/2004) The 1960s were a turbulent time for Ohio University. The University was flourishing under the leadership of Ohio University's 15th president, Dr. Vernon Roger Alden, but at the same time he faced protests from employees and students.
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Loan repayments offered for federal employment (01/23/2004) What many job seeking students do not know is that they have probably overlooked the nation's largest employer -- the federal government -- who is hiring and offering attractive incentives.
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New building engages students in learning (01/23/2004) Ohio University's new two-story classroom facility, located on the corner of Richland Avenue and South Green Drive, is hosting classes this winter quarter and students and faculty are saying, "Job well done."
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"Newswatch" airs weekly economic development features on WOUB-TV (01/21/2004) "Newswatch," WOUB-TV's evening news program, is featuring a series of weekly economic development segments, airing each Monday through Feb. 16 at 6:30 p.m.
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GED Connection offers another chance for a high school diploma (01/21/2004) Beginning Feb. 7, WOUB-TV will air the new GED Connection series offering area residents a second chance at receiving their high school equivalency diplomas.
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Ohio University to Celebrate 200 Years with Music and Dance Performance and Play (01/21/2004) Ohio University has waited 200 years to have this kind of party, so now it's time to celebrate! The University is hosting two events that complement the rich arts tradition it has established the last two centuries.
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In the Spotlight: Kraynanski returns from Cambodia after third national election (01/20/2004) Joan Kraynanski, BA '01, anthropology, recently returned from Cambodia where she served as an election monitor for the third national elections since the constitutional monarchy was established there in the early '90s.
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Alden Library relocates large map collection to better assist patrons (01/20/2004) To better assist its patrons, the Map Collection in Ohio University's Alden Library was recently relocated to the library's fifth floor and merged with the Government Documents collection.
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Kennedy Museum exhibition features new work by Ohio University School of Art faculty (01/20/2004) The Kennedy Museum of Art is commencing the New Year by celebrating the work of Ohio University's School of Art Faculty. The exhibition, which opens on Jan. 20, features the work of approximately 40 faculty members from the various studio, art history, and art education departments.
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Library becomes member of biomedical publisher to give university community unlimited opportunity for publishing (01/20/2004) The Ohio University Libraries recently became an institutional member of BioMed Central, a publisher of open access research journals in biomedical fields.
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A day of activities celebrates the life and legacy of MLK (01/15/2004) On Monday, Jan. 19, Ohio University students, faculty and administrators will have the opportunity to commemorate the life of a very significant man, Martin Luther King Jr. The various events and volunteer activities provide different options on how to celebrate the holiday.
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Bicentennial Play 'Free Man of Color' Opens in Chicago on Friday (01/15/2004) Ohio University playwright Charles Smith's new Bicentennial play, "Free Man of Color" opens on Friday night at Chicago's Victory Gardens Theater. The play examines the life of John Newton Templeton, who became Ohio University's first African American graduate in 1828.
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Kilvert Community Health Fair to be held on Martin Luther King Day (01/15/2004) In honor of Martin Luther King Day, the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine will host a community health fair. This fair will take place in the culturally rich and racially diverse village of Kilvert at the Kilvert Community Center Monday, Jan. 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Lindley Cultural Center presents 'The Meeting' (01/15/2004) In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Lindley Cultural Center will present the Washington D.C.-based educational theater group Pin Points Theatre in the award-winning play, "The Meeting." The performance, a fictional portrayal of an encounter between Dr. King and Malcolm X, will be held on Jan. 20 in the Baker University Center Ballroom. The performance begins at 7 p.m. and admission is free.
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Second annual Majors Fair aids students in major decision (01/15/2004) Trying to find the perfect major that highlights your interests and skills? Ohio University will hold its second annual Majors Fair Wednesday, Jan. 21 in the Baker Center Ballroom from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
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The art of creating a course (01/15/2004) On the surface, proposing a new course of instruction is a simple process. You decide what you want to teach, collect the materials, draw on your expertise and then sally forth to share your knowledge and insights with your students. But, it's not that simple.
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Wining and dining in ancient Greece and how we know about it (01/15/2004) Tuesday, Jan. 20, Thomas H. Carpenter, Charles J. Ping Professor of Humanities, will be presenting "The Archeology of Wining and Dining in Classical Athens," in room 145 of the new classroom facility.
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Freeman Chair established at Ohio University College of Business (01/13/2004) The Robert H. Freeman Chair in Business has been established at the Ohio University College of Business through a $1 million gift from Frances G. Shoolroy, widow of the late Mr. Freeman, ABC '35.
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National Farfel Prize recognizes excellence in investigative reporting (01/13/2004) The finest examples of investigative reporting in the print media will be recognized by the newly established Ursula and Gilbert Farfel Prize for Excellence in Investigative Reporting. The establishment of the $25,000 award, funded by a $500,000 gift to Ohio University's Bicentennial Campaign by Ursula and Dr. Gilbert Farfel and administered by the university's College of Communication, was announced Jan. 13 in Columbus, Ohio.
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In the Spotlight: A passion for music guides Shriver (01/09/2004) Rick Shriver is an associate professor and coordinator of electronic media at Ohio University's Zanesville campus. In 1999, he was one of about 800 faculty members nationally to receive a traditional Fulbright Senior Scholarship, which funded one year of research and lecturing in Malaysia.
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Bestselling author Al Franken to headline Dads Weekend (01/05/2004) Actor, writer, comedian and political satirist Al Franken will speak at Ohio University during Dads Weekend, on Saturday, Jan. 17.
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Former National Security Council terrorism expert to speak on campus (01/05/2004) Daniel Benjamin, a senior counterterrorism official on the National Security Council (NSC) during the President Clinton administration, will give a public lecture at 4:10 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, in the Brown House seminar room.
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Information Superhighway the topic of program on WOUB radio network (01/05/2004) There has been much discussion on how the Information Superhighway may affect Appalachian Ohio, with many people asking if it is even possible to bring broadband into all corners of the region. One Ohio county, Monroe, is testing the waters to establish high-speed access.
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Ohio Rep. Jimmy Stewart among group taking look at Ohio University's latest clean coal technology (01/05/2004) Ohio Rep. Jimmy Stewart, Executive Director of the Ohio Air Quality Development Authority Mark Shanahan and Director of the Ohio Coal Development Office Jacqueline Bird visited Ohio University on Friday, Jan. 9 to take a closer look at some of the university?s latest clean coal research projects.
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Ohio University Eastern hosting indoor track, conditioning camp (01/05/2004) A track and conditioning camp will be held at Ohio University Eastern Campus Jan. 13-Feb. 24 for high school students in grades 8-12.
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Ohio college presidents unite against student alcohol use (01/05/2004) Presidents of 42 Ohio four-year colleges and universities recently pledged their support toward addressing an issue of deep concern on college campuses: Student alcohol abuse.
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Parking Services sets booting policy and has plans to add meters (01/05/2004) Beginning Jan. 5, Ohio University Parking Services will implement its booting policy on certain vehicles in violation of university parking rules.
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Swiss researcher to lecture on zero tolerance for road traffic injuries (01/05/2004) Christian Huber, manager of the Swiss Council for Accident Prevention's traffic engineering department in Berne, Switzerland, will present "Vision Zero as the Basis for a Road Safety Policy in Switzerland" on Jan. 15 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Stocker Center 103 on Ohio University's West Green.
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"The War on Terror: A Status Report" (01/05/2004) Daniel Benjamin, a senior counterterrorism official with the National Security Council during the Clinton administration, will give a public lecture, "The War on Terror: A Status Report," this Thursday, January 15, at 4:10 p.m. in the Contemporary History Institute's Brown House seminar room.
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"Morning Malcolm": the 4th Annual Malcolm X Commemorative (01/05/2004) This year's program will be a panel discussion by faculty/staff from Ohio University, who will speak to how Malcolm X affected, effected and infected their lives.
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"Panoramic Ohio: Photographs by Tom Schiff" (01/05/2004) "Panoramic Ohio: Photographs by Tom Schiff" is a traveling exhibition celebrating Ohio's bicentennial. The exhibition, currently on view at Trisolini Gallery, will run through Feb. 14.
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"The Evolution of Language: A Comparative Approach" (01/05/2004) Dr. William Tecumseh Fitch is a Kennedy Visitor, and the presentation is sponsored by the Ohio University Kennedy Lecture Series and the Institute for the Empirical Study of Language.
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A reading with Mary Morris (01/05/2004) Award-winning writer and avid traveler Mary Morris will read from her travel memoirs on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 7:30 p.m. in the Music Recital Hall.
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Administrative Professionals Week: Celebrate Excellence, Invest in Yourself (01/05/2004) Administrative Professionals Week: Celebrate Excellence, Invest in Yourself
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Bridging the Diversity Gap: A Free Interactive Workshop (01/05/2004) Students and members of the Ohio University and Athens communities are invited to "Bridging the Diversity Gap," a free, interactive workshop each Thursday from 8-10:30 p.m. in Baker Center room 327 through Feb. 12.
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Campus climate training programs (01/05/2004) Phyllis J. Powell, Affirmitive Action Officer at Central Michigan University, will be presenting two workshops on sexual harassment and hostile workplace issues on Thursday, Jan. 15, from 2:30-4 p.m. and on Friday, Jan. 16, from 1-2:30 p.m. in the Human Resources and Training Center Room 141-145.
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Center for International Studies moves (01/05/2004) The Center for International Studies has moved into Yamada International House.
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Center for International Studies moving (01/05/2004) The Center for International Studies will be closed on Thursday and Friday, June 3 and 4, in order to move from the Research and Technology building back to the building formerly known as Burson House. Newly renovated and expanded, the building will now be called Yamada International House. Regular hours will resume on Monday, June 7 at the 56 E. Union St. location.
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Children's book sale planned (01/05/2004) There is a children's book sale this week at the Ohio University Child Development Center. It's sponsored by Little Professor and they provide great books, many of them hardcover, at paperback prices!
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Department of Linguistics offering free English classes (01/05/2004) The Department of Linguistics will once again offer free English classes this quarter to any adult in the international community needing help with their English language skills.
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DuPont executive to speak Feb. 18 (01/05/2004) Thomas M. Connelly Jr., senior vice president and chief science and technology officer for DuPont, will be on campus Wednesday, Feb. 18, fom 9-10 a.m., to make a special presentation titled, "From the Lab to the Consumer: a Brief Overview of DuPont's Products in Society."
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Dynamic solo and duet performance: Raymond Tymas-Jones and Edward Payne (01/05/2004) Dynamic solo and duet performance: Raymond Tymas-Jones and Edward Payne
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Experience Rhythm Song (01/05/2004) From an idea born of discussion about College of Fine Arts students' senior shows comes Rhythm Song, a collaboration of music, art and dancing held together to further the understanding of art.
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Facilities Management Customer Service Desk unavailable (01/05/2004) Due to a weather-related emergency, the Facilities Management Customer Service Desk is not working.
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Faculty Learning Community survey on Appalachia (01/05/2004) In the fall of 2003 a call went out across the University for faculty members who were interested in taking part in Faculty Learning Communities. These cross-disciplinary groups of about 8 members meet together regularly to share ideas, engage in a curriculum of discovery focused on teaching and learning, and participate in activities designed to foster social, intellectual, and reflective discussion. One of these Faculty Learning Communities is focusing on teaching and learning in and about Appalachia. These faculty members have been meeting and trying to better understand concerns about Appalachia, consider what this means to Ohio University, and identify future directions.
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Fumehood testing to commence (01/05/2004) Preventative maintenance, testing and certification of all fumehoods on main campus will commence March 15, 2004.
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John Kerry campaign comes to Ohio University on Thursday (01/05/2004) The Ohio University Students for John Kerry are pleased to announce that Chris Heinz will be speaking with Ohio University students at noon in the 1804 Lounge in Baker Center. Heinz is the son of Teresa Heinz Kerry and the stepson of Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry.
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Kip Howard retirement reception (01/05/2004) Please join us for a campus-wide reception to bid a fond farewell to Kip Howard
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Lausche Heating Plant to expel extra steam (01/05/2004) Steam may be vented at the old heating plant and Lausche to create a load on the equipment Tuesday, March 11. As a result, there may be high noise levels in these areas.
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Local artist headlines Southeast Ohio magazine launch (01/05/2004) Southeastern Ohio talent, including Brick City Records artist Brent Mulgrew, is teaming up with the staff of Southeast Ohio magazine to help launch the spring issue at the Blue Gator bar in Athens on April 6 at 9 p.m.
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Madison Digital Image Database presentation (01/05/2004) You are invited to a presentation of the Madison Digital Image Database on Friday, April 23 from 1:30-3 p.m.
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New tech artist to discuss cross-disciplinary research (01/05/2004) You are invited to a discussion with Jim Campbell, acclaimed new technology artist, to discuss the benefits of cross-disciplinary collaboration between the fine arts and the sciences.
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Nominations for Distinguished Professor (01/05/2004) One of the most cherished University endowments, established in the 1950s by Mr. Edwin L. Kennedy, is the Baker Fund which supports the Kennedy Lecture Series and the Distinguished Professor Program. Current income from this restricted endowment supports the appointment of a new Distinguished Professor each year.
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Oak SSL certificate to change (01/05/2004) Communication Network Services will be updating the SSL certificate on Oak this Saturday, Feb. 14, at 8:00 a.m.
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Ohio University to host mathematics meeting (01/05/2004) Ohio University will host the 2004 Spring Central Section Meeting of the American Mathematical Society March 26-27. Approximately 250 mathematicians from 37 states and 17 countries will gather at the University to attend the meeting. The meeting is part of the Ohio University bicentennial.
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Oxbow Drive closing (01/05/2004) Oxbow Drive will be closed to through traffic starting Friday, April 23, 2004, and remain closed until October of 2006.
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Oxbow pedestrian path closed (01/05/2004) The pedestrian path from Oxbow Drive, across from Bird Arena, through the old river bed will be closed until Thursday, Feb. 12 at 8 a.m.
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Pedestrian bridge to close (01/05/2004) Due to the University Center Project start-up, it is necessary for the pedestrian bridge and stairs from Oxbow up the hill to University Terrace, be closed on the morning of Tuesday, April 13, 2004, thru the duration of the construction (approximately 30 months).
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Performing Peace: Tanks Talk and Theatre (01/05/2004) The Baker Peace Studies Institute and Ohio University School of Theater present: Performing Peace: Tanks Talk and Theatre, an international symposium.
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Portion of Court Street to close (01/05/2004) The City of Athens announces Court Street will be closed between West Union Street and West Washington Street to all traffic beginning at 8:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 13, 2004 and Wednesday, April 14, 2004 for waterline installation. The work will last until approximately 8:00 p.m. each day.
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Projects commencing across campus (01/05/2004) Ted Fares, Director Facilities Management Engineering and Technical Support, has requested the Customer Service Desk share the following information with the Ohio University and Athens City support services communities.
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Prominent Chinese historian to speak at Ohio University (01/05/2004) Professor Wang Gungwu, one of the world's preeminent authorities on Chinese history, will visit Ohio University on Thursday, May 6th to present a public lecture on "Systems and Cultures: A Perspecptive on Recent Chinese History."
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Reception to honor Marshall Scholarship winners (01/05/2004) Please join us at a reception to celebrate and honor Ohio University's first two Marshall Scholars, Jessica Benson and Natalie Kruse.
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Register for ORSP budget workshop (01/05/2004) Register for one of two identical sessions on Feb. 11 from 2-4 p.m. or Feb. 12 from 9-11 a.m.
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Register now for music lessons in Athens Community Music School (01/05/2004) The Athens Community Music School is accepting Fall Quarter registrations until Sept. 19.
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Respond to Diversity Conference (01/05/2004) University Faculty:
I wanted to give a friendly reminder and encourage you to attend a workshop for all faculty that Dr. Sylvia Hurtado will offer on Thursday, February 26, from 5 to 7 pm in Room 135 of the New Lecture Building.
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S*T*A*R*S sponsors a Tunnel of Oppression (01/05/2004) S*T*A*R*S sponsors a Tunnel of Oppression
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Sakura Festival: A Cherry Blossom-viewing Picnic (01/05/2004) April 10, 2004, 1-4 p.m., Tail Great Park
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Save a life, give blood today (01/05/2004) An auto accident victim rushed to a level 1 trauma center in central Ohio in late January used 211 blood products within the first 24 hours following the crash. This patient and countless others rely on the kindness of strangers for the gift of life.
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Shannon Williams' texture photography exhibit opens (01/05/2004) "Beyond First Glance" premiered at the 2003 Ohio University School of Art Graphic Design Show as part of an ongoing photographic exploration of the visual world.
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Stepson of John Kerry to speak (01/05/2004) The Ohio University Students for John Kerry are pleased to announce that Chris Heinz will be speaking with Ohio University students at noon in the 1804 Lounge in Baker Center. Heinz is the son of Teresa Heinz Kerry and the stepson of Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry.
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Strategic planning consultant to speak about shifts in business ethics (01/05/2004) Jerry Esselstein, BBA '72, CPA, a seasoned business strategic thinking and planning consultant, will speak about the "Shifts in Behavior and Culture - Capitalism, Greed, Ego and Ethics" on Tuesday, April 13, at 7 p.m. in Bentley Hall 140. The lecture is free and open to the public. Esselstein will be available to answer questions after the talk.
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Students: Important graduation information (01/05/2004) At the close of Spring Quarter, Ohio University holds one annual medical, one annual graduate, and two annual undergraduate commencement ceremonies in Athens. To be eligible to participate in commencement, have their name listed in the commencement program, and purchase a cap and gown, students must have graduated the previous Summer, Fall or Winter Quarter or have filed a valid online graduation application for Spring Quarter.
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Templeton Scholars sophomore research project (01/05/2004) Templeton Scholars sophomore research project
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Temporary water chillers to be installed (01/05/2004) Temporary water chillers will be installed on the roof of Morton Hall on Friday.
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The African Student Union presents African Cultural Night (01/05/2004) The African Student Union presents African Cultural Night
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The Dream Team: Brown's Lawyers as Social Engineers (01/05/2004) "The Dream Team: Brown's Lawyers as Social Engineers" -- 3:30 p.m. Monday, May 10 -- 135 Margaret M. Walter Hall
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University community invited to meet Dr. Roderick McDavis (01/05/2004) Ohio University students, faculty and staff are invited to attend a reception for Roderick J. McDavis, Ph.D., the 20th president of the University, and his wife, Deborah, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, June 3, in the Walter Hall Rotunda.
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Virus masquerades as helpdesk mailing (01/05/2004) The Bagle.K virus currently sweeping across the Internet is one of the most cleverly disguised viruses ever. With an official-looking forged return address and Ohio Front Door link, a warning about a problem with your e-mail account, and an attachment designed to fool many virus filters, Bagle.K is infecting computers at a high rate.
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WOUB Radio & Television to hold Community Advisory Council meeting (01/05/2004) WOUB Radio & Television to hold Community Advisory Council meeting
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Warm someone's heart, please give blood (01/05/2004) If you donated on or before Nov. 18, you are eligible to donate. Please bring a picture ID. Blood donors must weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, be at least 17 years of age and be in general good health.
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In the Spotlight: Opening doors to student engagement (01/05/2004) Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering Doug Goetz has a way of getting undergraduate engineering students excited about learning.
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Hutchison named Classified Senate Employee of the Month (01/05/2004) Misty Hutchison was honored at the Classified Senate's Dec. 18 meeting as Ohio University's Employee of the Month.
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Political science Professor J. Franklin Henderson dies (01/05/2004) Political science Professor J. Franklin Henderson dies
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Diabetes Center director discusses purpose, plans (01/05/2004) The winter series of Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine's Geriatric Education Series continues Monday, Jan. 5, with Frank Schwartz, M.D., OU-COM associate professor of endocrinology, presenting "The Vision." |