Here’s what was posted to UofL Today on Sept. 19, 2014:
· PHOTOS: The highlight of State of the University Week was The Spectacular. View photos here.
· PRIDE Week kicks off with HSC blood drive, Richard Blanco keynote address. Read more.
· Brown Cancer Center first in state to provide new melanoma drug. Read more.
· Take Back the Night returns to UofL Sept. 30. Read more.
· UofL grant takes aim at legal barriers that hinder genetic research. Read more.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Bicycle advocates and vendors will gather today in the Humanities Quad from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a World-Free Car Day celebration. Students and employees will receive the two-wheelers they ordered through Earn-A-Bike this fall, and riders who register their bikes with the Department of Public Safety at the event will receive free bike bells. The Health Promotion office will make smoothies using bicycle energy, the Sustainability Council will give away water bottles and the Conn Center for Renewable Energy will show off its velomobile, a single-passenger, bicycle-powered car.
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Campus-Submitted Announcement List
1.) Monday Flu Shot Schedule
Arts
2.) ‘Eda (Everyman)’ opens Wednesday
Events
3.) Pride Week Monday events
4.) Movie and panel discussion of the documentary ‘Haze’
5.) Randy Houser tickets offered to faculty/staff at special price
Extra! Extra!
6.) Check out the latest issue of the Women’s Center News
Faculty Only
7.) 2014-15 Part-Time Faculty Institute is Oct. 9
8.) Faculty: Learn to use rubrics and national data to guide your critical thinking assessment
Health & Wellness
9.) Q. What the most difficult yoga posture?
Miscellaneous
10.) UofL Community Music Program presents Suzuki Steps for babies and toddlers
11.) Investments representatives available to answer questions
12.) PLAN offers workshop on the academic job search process
13.) PLAN workshop helps students read and respond to challenging texts in graduate school
Studies
14.) Type 2 diabetes mellitus study for children and adolescents 10 to 17 years
15.) Autism study for children 4 to less than 8 years old
16.) Research study for nausea and vomiting after a scheduled surgery, birth through 17 years
17.) Pain study, infants and toddlers less than 2 years
18.) Pediatric pain study, 7 through 16 years
Talks
19.) Oral Biology 605: Oral Health Seminar
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Campus-Submitted Announcements
Monday Flu Shot Schedule
1.) Free flu shots for students, faculty and staff start today!
Students, faculty, and staff can get free flu shots through Campus Health Services ($5 for retirees) today.
· HSC: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kornhauser Auditorium (We can vaccinate at the top of the stairs for those with mobility challenges.)
· Belknap: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Miller IT lower level
A full schedule and a consent form are at http://louisville.edu/campushealth. Download, print and complete the consent form for fastest service. You must have your UofL ID with you to get a free flu shot.
Arts
2.) ‘Eda (Everyman)’ opens Wednesday
Sept. 24-29 at Thrust Theatre, 2314 S. Floyd St. Performances are at 8 p.m., Sept. 24-26; 3 p.m. and 8 p.m., Sept. 28; and 8 p.m., Sept. 29. There is no performance Sept 27.
UofL: $12, Adults: $15
Don’t forget to get your ticket to see our first play of the 2014-2015 Mainstage season. “Eda” written by Obotunde Ijimere, translated by Ulli Beier and directed by Nefertiti Burton is the Yoruba version of the medieval morality play “Everyman.” Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office M-F 10 to 4.
Additional Information: 852-6814, 852-7682, melanie.henry@louisville.edu.
Events
3.) Pride Week Monday events
Sept. 22
Belknap Campus Pride Week Cookout, Red Barn and West Plaza, noon to 2 p.m. HSC Campus Blood Drive, 323 E. Chestnut St., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Poetry Matters: A Craft Talk with Richard Blanco, Chao Auditorium, 3 p.m.
Richard Blanco Keynote Address, Student Activities Center, Multi-Purpose Room, 7 p.m. Event will include readings, Q&A, book sales by Carmichaels and signings.
Additional Information: Complete PRIDE Week schedule here.
4.) Movie and panel discussion of the documentary ‘Haze’
Sept. 22, 7 p.m., Floyd Theater
Free
Lynn Gordon (Gordie) Bailey Jr. was found dead at the Chi Psi Fraternity house after he and 26 other pledges were blindfolded and taken into a forest, where they were “encouraged” to drink four handles of whiskey and six bottles of wine. The documentary “Haze” tells Gordie’s story within the greater context of alcohol abuse and hazing on campus in order to spark in-depth conversations about the role of alcohol and traditions to initiate members. The panel includes UofL’s own Ricky L. Jones.
5.) Randy Houser tickets offered to faculty/staff at special price
Concert Sept. 26; sale Sept. 23
Faulty/Staff ticket: $20
The UofL Student Activities Board is proud to present CMA-nominated artist Randy Houser in concert with Craig Campbell and UofL’s own Olivia Henken! We are offering UofL faculty and staff a special “flash sale” price Sept. 23 (begins midnight Sept. 23 and ends at 11:59 p.m. Sept. 24). Use the exclusive promo code GOCARDS at this link.
Additional Information: UofLSAB.com/concerts.
Extra! Extra!
6.) Check out the latest issue of the Women’s Center News
The U of L Women’s Center latest issue of the Women Center News is now online. Check it out here.
Additional Information: If you have suggestions of articles/topics for future issues, please let us know. Phyllis M. Webb, phyllis.webb@louisville.edu or womenctr@louisville.edu 852-8976.
Faculty Only
7.) 2014-15 Part-Time Faculty Institute is Oct. 9
Oct. 9, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Delphi Center, Ekstrom Library, room 244
Interested in utilizing more learning technologies in your classroom? Not sure what technology best fits your needs? Explore how learning technologies can enhance your face-to-face teaching, and how to avoid the pitfalls of using technology in your teaching. Join your colleagues for a light dinner and “Blended Learning: Using Technology to Improve the Classroom Experience.
Additional Information: Website.
8.) Faculty: Learn to use rubrics and national data to guide your critical thinking assessment
Oct. 9, noon to 2 p.m., Ekstrom Library, room 244
We know that assessment is key for student learning, but crafting student learning outcomes can often feel messy and disconnected to the course. Join Nisha Gupta and Il Barrow for this opportunity to discover new ways to maximize the assessment process using existing tools and resources. Lunch is served; pre-registration is required.
Additional Information: John Whitney, 852-7623.
Health & Wellness
9.) Q.: What the most difficult yoga posture?
Get Healthy Now Wellness Center at Humana Gym
$40/semester for unlimited classes
A: The first one. Join Get Healthy Now to explore the mind-body connection with our fall yoga and Pilates offerings. Learn the basics of each posture and practice mindfulness with Mindful Yoga. Recharge and tone with Power Vinyasa. Improve core strength and posture with Pilates. Whatever your goal, our portfolio of offerings can support your wellbeing. Enjoy unlimited access for just $40/semester!
Additional Information: ghn@louisville.edu, 852-7755; Schedule.
Miscellaneous
10.) UofL Community Music Program presents Suzuki Steps for babies and toddlers
Begins Sept. 27, 10 to 11:00 a.m., Bardstown Road Center, 3415 Bardstown Rd. Also October 11, 18 and 25, Nov. 8 and 15, Dec 6 and 20.
$15 per class
This is a Suzuki Early Childhood Education class based on the “Mother Tongue Approach.” We believe: Every child can learn; ability develops early; environment nurtures growth; children learn from one another; success breeds success; parental involvement is critical; encouragement is essential. The first class is always free. Each additional class will be $15 per class Saturday 10:00 Classes-Sept 27, October 11,18,25 November 8, 15, Dec 6 and 20.
Additional Information:Classes led by Blaise Poth and Jennifer Shackleton. Both are teachers on faculty with the Community Music Program at the University of Louisville and also musicians with the Louisville Orchestra. To register or for more information please e mail: suzukistrings@louisville.edu or call 502-639-7272. You can also follow us on Facebook: Suzuki Steps – Baby/Toddler Class
11.) Investments representatives available to answer questions
TIAA-CREF consultant Pat Long will be on Belknap Campus in HR on Sept. 30; Oct. 8, 9, 15 and 22. She will be on the HSC Campus on Oct. 1 and 23. Call 1-800-732-8353 to schedule an appointment. Fidelity Investments consultant Brian Lewin will be on Belknap Campus in HR on Sept. 24; Oct 6, 16 and 28. He will be on HSC Campus on Sept 25; Oct 7 and 27. Call 1-800-642-7131 or log onto www.fidelity.com/atwork/reservations to schedule an appointment. Appointments with KDC consultant Kay McHone can be made by calling (502) 758-5152.
Additional Information: 852-3167.
12.) PLAN offers workshop on the academic job search process
Sept. 25, 3 to 4 p.m., Houchens Building, Room 105
Are you preparing materials to go on the market this spring? This workshop is designed to demystify the process, and to address the specific needs and questions of those from both the sciences and humanities who are embarking on this exciting experience. Overall, this workshop is a resource to help you identify and effectively present yourself as a candidate to the academic job of your future. Graduate students interested in attending can register and find more information on the PLAN website.
13.) PLAN workshop helps students read and respond to challenging texts in graduate school
Sept. 23, noon to 1 p.m., Houchens Building, Room 105
This workshop will focus on the distinctive demands of reading and responding to writing for graduate-level courses and research. We will cover concepts that can help you navigate your way through scholarly work, identify strategies for reading and responding to difficult scholarly texts, and understand professors’ expectations for how grad students are expected to use the scholarship. Graduate students interested in attending can register and find more information on the PLAN website.
Studies
14.) Type 2 diabetes mellitus study for children and adolescents 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 threee 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).
15.) Autism study for children 4 to less than 8 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).
16.) 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.
17.) 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).
18.) 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, call Karrie Kernen, 629-5820 or 620-0000 (pager).
Talks
19.) Oral Biology 605: Oral Health Seminar
Sept. 26, noon to 1 p.m., Dental School, Room 119
Dr. Sinem Sahingur, associate professor, Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Dentistry, will deliver a seminar titled “Microbial DNA sensing in periodontitis.”
Additional Information: g0buon01@louisville.edu.
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