[CE_GRAD] Weekly Updates – March 15, 2021

Mon Mar 15 00:04:50 EDT 2021

Civil Engineering Graduate Studies Program (CEGSP)

Weekly Updates - March 15, 2021

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🚩 General Updates

  *   Spring 2021 Grading Policy: Finalized Emergency Grading Plan - Read More>><http://Grading%20policy%20for%20spring%202021>
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Engineering Dean Ayanna Howard's first day as a Buckeye

Accomplished roboticist, entrepreneur and educator Ayanna Howard begins her tenure as dean of the College of Engineering today, March 1. She also will be a tenured professor in the college’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering with a joint appointment in Computer Science and Engineering. Read more »<http://click.t.osu.edu/?qs=2bedba4ca6b7a648f3910d22e585bf6e57811af904cbfe145e8c5e7970ce023b0b637b1d4a1f872de458c228e8f4169104b731d0c2c872be0e295ad9a86a981b>

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Newsletter Attached from CEGE Librarian, Daniel Dotson(.77) - in the newsletter: Career Resources, Where Should I Publish?, Copyright, Plan Ahead for Fall, Recommended Sources.

⏰ Important Dates: Spring 2021

For complete information, see Registrar’s Registration, Fees and Important Dates<https://registrar.osu.edu/registration/index.asp> and Graduate School’s Graduation Calendar<https://gradsch.osu.edu/calendar/graduation>.

  *   Second SP21 instructional break: March 30-April 1 (April 2, Wednesday classes will meet instead of Friday classes)
  *   NEW! CEGSP Graduate Student Self-Evaluation Due Friday, April 2 (Read more>><https://ceg.osu.edu/sites/default/files/2021-03/CEGSP_Annual_Evaluation_Process_20-21.pdf>)
  *   Graduate School "Examination & Reports Completed by" Deadline: April 16, 2021
  *   Graduate School "Approved thesis and dissertation submitted and accepted by" Deadline: April 16, 2021
  *   NEW! CEGSP Graduate Advisor Evaluation Form Due Friday, April 23 (Read more>><https://ceg.osu.edu/sites/default/files/2021-03/CEGSP_Annual_Evaluation_Process_20-21.pdf>)
  *   Last day of Spring 2021 classes: Friday, April 23, 2021
  *   SP21 Final Exams: Monday, April 26- Friday, April 30, 2021
  *   SP21 Commencement: May 9, 2021
  *   Graduate School End of Semester Deadline: May 11, 2021

📅 Upcoming Talks & Events

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NEW! Graduate Student Health Insurance Info Session | March 16, 4pm - REGISTER<http://Graduate%20Student%20Health%20Insurance%20Info%20Session%20|%20March%2016,%204pm%20%20Join%20us%20for%20a%20virtual%20presentation%20from%20OSU%20Student%20Health%20Insurance%20to%20learn%20more%20about%20the%20health%20insurance%20benefits%20provided%20to%20you%20as%20a%20graduate%20student.%20The%20first%20part%20of%20the%20session%20will%20cover%20the%20below%20questions%20and%20the%20second%20half%20will%20allow%20for%20audience%20questions.%20%20•%20How%20do%20I%20know%20if%20a%20doctor%20accepts%20my%20insurance%20before%20I%20meet%20with%20them?%20%20•%20How%20do%20I%20know%20if%20a%20service%20or%20procedure%20is%20covered?%20%20•%20When%20do%20I%20need%20a%20referral%20to%20see%20a%20doctor?%20%20•%20Who%20do%20I%20contact%20if%20I%20have%20questions%20about%20my%20coverage?%20%20%20%20%20Session%20is%20open%20to%20any%20Ohio%20State%20graduate%20students.%20%20%20%20%20Register:%20https://osu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwpceitrDksHNzsU1Pp6LBJ2fLCzh-5Tyl4>

Join us for a virtual presentation from OSU Student Health Insurance to learn more about the health insurance benefits provided to you as a graduate student. The first part of the session will cover the below questions and the second half will allow for audience questions.

• How do I know if a doctor accepts my insurance before I meet with them?

• How do I know if a service or procedure is covered?

• When do I need a referral to see a doctor?

• Who do I contact if I have questions about my coverage?

  *   THIS WEEK! Ohio American Waterworks Association Young Professional's Committee and Diversity & Inclusion Committee presents Laquania Graham, Education & Outreach Administrator for the City of Cleveland and author.
Thursday, March 18th at 5:30pm - Register here<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-in-water-laquania-graham-march-2021-registration-141829262141>

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THIS WEEK! Department of Engineering Education Research Seminar Series<https://eed.osu.edu/seminar>
Friday from 3-4 PM. Registration is required prior to each seminar and can be completed online by visiting our seminar website<https://eed.osu.edu/seminar>. A link and password for the seminar(s) you register for will be sent once you complete the online registration.
The EED Research Seminar Series is an opportunity to engage with leading scholars around diverse topics related to engineering education including research, teaching, and practice.

  *   NEW! Global Water Institute “Water is a Human Right, Right? Water Access Issues Facing First Nations and Low-Income Communities”
Monday, March 22, 2:00 – 3:30 pm EST - Learn more and register for the event here: https://go.osu.edu/B5Kc.
Over the past year, the impacts of COVID-19 have highlighted many long-standing water injustices in vulnerable communities. Join our panel of experts will explore the many challenges of safe and sustainable water access through societal, political, economic, and historical lenses, and what action can be taken to address these disparities. Q&A to follow. For more information, contact Rebecca Gianotti at gianotti.4 at osu.edu.

  *   Our Inclusive Path Forward: Addressing Inequities in STEM Education<https://oaa.osu.edu/our-inclusive-path-forward-addressing-inequities-stem-education?utm_campaign=Our%20Inclusive%20Path%20Forward%3A%20Addressing%20Inequities%20in%20STEM%20Education> - Houston, We Have a Problem: Why Diversity Matters in STEM? and How it Promotes Collaborative Learning (STEPANIE G. ADAMS, Dean, College of Engineering and Computer Science, The University of Texas at Dallas)
Wednesday, March 24, 6pm - Register here
<https://osu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_G5u-PxvlTmCvNujNGc7Mww>To better understand changes that need to be made to STEM learning environments, The Ohio State University is launching a new seminar series, Our Inclusive Path Forward: Addressing Inequities in STEM Education. The six-part series features lectures by national leaders in recruiting, retaining and graduating a diverse population of STEM students in science, technology, engineering, math and medicine. The goal is to provide opportunities for faculty, staff and students to learn about best practices and ultimately make Ohio State’s STEM programs more equitable and inclusive. While some events have a disciplinary focus, all attendees will benefit from the perspectives and practices shared. The series kicks off March 3 and wraps up April 14. All events are free and open to the public.

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NEW! Inclusive Models of Science, SACNAS 2021 Spring Keynote: The Lessons I’ve Learned

Ximena Cid, PhD, Department of Physics, California State University-Dominguez Hills
Thursday, March 25, 4-5p.m. EST - REGISTER<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqoxGV7Hp5PZ8SRyt9XVNj5SqRMn1OA4u8YwKQycXh3uFvOg/viewform>
Keynote will be followed by networking event from 5:15 – 6:00 p.m.

  *   Seminar Series explores ecosystem and community health

Thursdays starting 4:10 - 5:30 p.m. via Zoom (schedule here<https://senr.osu.edu/about-us/events/spring-2021-seminar-series>) through April 15
The series features talks on ecosystem and health with speakers presenting on the implications of climate change for psychosocial well-being, the role of nature in health and how environmental policy affects ecological behaviors and what it means to work on social change at the intersection of activist/artist/academic. Read more »<http://click.t.osu.edu/?qs=f757f2a36bc3d5488fe858843edf56ac65335707d92e58d85f65b3a9edd667ba7d5037e0dd43b149abe1cadfa6e0914163a3cc7ab9446597>

  *   NEW! Sustainability Institute presents "Healthy Air, Land and Water:  How to Develop, Win and Execute Interdisciplinary Grants for Research."
Tuesday, March 30 at 10:30am-12pm - REGISTE<https://si.osu.edu/events/how-develop-win-and-execute-interdisciplinary-grants-research>R
Hosted by Healthy Air, Land and Water Research Co-Leads Jay Martin (FABE) and Linda Weavers (CEGE), this panel discussion will focus on the process involved in submitting proposals, how to find and work with collaborators and how to avoid the usual pitfalls. Pedro Alvarez from Rice University joins Ohio State's Berry Lyons and Robyn Wilson on the discussion panel.

  *   NEW! COE Alumni Webinar featuring CEGE Professors Abdollah Shafieezadeh and Karen Dannemiller
Thursday, April 1, 12pm via Zoom - Register Now<https://connect1.osu.edu/page.redir?target=https%3a%2f%2fconnect1.%e2%80%8bosu.%e2%80%8bedu%2falumni%2fevents%2fvirtual-coe-where-you-live-matters&srcid=476448&srctid=1&erid=ce09d559-0489-49da-a899-e604ef07d9eb&trid=ce09d559-0489-49da-a899-e604ef07d9eb>.
Please join for “Where You Live Matters: Equity, Resilience and the Built Environment”, a joint panel presentation by CEGE/CRP.
  *   Engineering Career Services Virtual Spring Into Your Career Fair <https://ecs.osu.edu/students/spring-your-career-fair> 2021
Tuesday, April 6th, 2:00 – 5:00pm
“Just in time” style hiring event hosted by the Engineering Society of Professional Excellence (ESPE)

🏆 Funding & Award Opportunities

Also see: https://ceg.osu.edu/degrees/cegsp-graduate-student-resources

  *   NEW! Call for Submissions - Clinton Global Initiative(CGI) / Verizon 2021 Social Innovation Challenge (flyer attached)
  *   CEGE Graduate Student Travel Awards<https://ceg.osu.edu/degrees/graduate-student-travel-scholarships> – A<https://osu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_efaXfq6x7HCjLlH>pply Now!<https://osu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_efaXfq6x7HCjLlH> Funding Period #1 - Applications Due May 1, 2021! CEGE graduate student awards are available once again to support graduate students presenting their research at professional conferences in their area of specialty. While COVID-related university travel restrictions remain in effect (currently through June 30, 2021), students can apply for funds to defray registration costs for online/virtual conference participation only.
  *   2020-2021 CGS Grants - https://cgs.osu.edu/funding-opportunities/
     *   Engaged Scholar Grant: this grant incentivizes graduate and professional students to undertake community-engaged research or community-engaged projects, in collaboration with a community partner, that address a specific need or problem within the community (in-state or out-of-state). Applications will be accepted through April 15. Link: go.osu.edu/EngagedScholar<http://go.osu.edu/EngagedScholar>

🔑 Graduate Professional Development Opportunities

  *   The Department of Engineering Education is now accepting applications for Graduate Teaching Associate positions for the 2021-2022 academic year. More information is available here: https://eed.osu.edu/about/graduate-post-doctoral-employment-opportunities, and any questions should be addressed to Dr. Lisa Abrams at abrams.34 at osu.edu<mailto:abrams.34 at osu.edu>.
  *   2021 CEE Rising Stars Workshop: October 28-29 @ MIT - The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at MIT is inviting top early career womxn (postdocs and advanced PhD students) in CEE and related fields who are interested in careers in academia to apply for participation in an expenses-paid, two-day workshop (Oct 28-29, 2021). Participants will have an opportunity to present their research, as well as attend panel discussions with faculty focused on issues related to navigating the early stages of an academic career. The goal of this "Rising Stars" workshop is to foster a new generation of womxn in academia and promote diversity in the faculty ranks. Further information regarding eligibility and the application process can be found in the poster (link above) and on the event website (https://cee.mit.edu/rising-stars/<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/cee.mit.edu/rising-stars/__;!!KGKeukY!hMq8OMjCGZdoOwQ1ZSShHnTnWL4ETdqB8oWZ6zK634JL8vcGRSBkOJ5PIGSTU-I38w$>). Applications are due by June 1, 2021.
  *   The Ohio Academy of Science 2021 Virtual District Science Day - Looking for Judges!
If you are interested in being a judge for the virtual district Science Day, please register at https://districtscienceday.stemwizard.com/public_site/judge_register.
  *   Research Support for Graduate Students
Research Commons in University Libraries has shared some resources and remote professional development opportunities for graduate students, including various consultation opportunities, presentations and workshops. More info attached!

  *   DLC Productivity Program: The Dennis Learning Center (DLC) is offering a free Productivity Program<http://go.osu.edu/productivityprogram> for graduate and professional students this semester. The DLC Productivity Program will help you boosting your productivity so you can reach your academic goals. Each week, a Graduate Academic Coach from the DLC will share useful research and effective strategies to help improve your productivity. This program will focus on common struggles for graduate/professional students: improving time management, reducing procrastination, managing multiple responsibilities, overcoming perfectionism. After completing this program, you will have established productive habits and have renewed confidence in your ability to get things done. Program details:
     *   6-week program with weekly 1-hour meetings
     *   Meet on Zoom with a DLC Academic Coach and a small group of grad/prof students
     *   Stay accountable by setting weekly goals and tracking your progress on Carmen
     *   Free for enrolled graduate or professional students at Ohio State
     *   Interested? Register <http://go.osu.edu/productivityprogram> for the DLC Productivity Program

If you prefer a one-on-one meeting with a Graduate Academic Coach, you can schedule an academic coaching<https://maestroweb.studentaffairs.ohio-state.edu/trk/click?ref=z10j1mkdhf_0-1896x36a0bx0580&> appointment online. We also have tips for maintaining motivation and increasing productivity<https://maestroweb.studentaffairs.ohio-state.edu/trk/click?ref=z10j1mkdhf_0-1896x36a0cx0580&> specific to graduate/professional student concerns. Questions? Email dlc at osu.edu<mailto:dlc at osu.edu>.

  *   THIS WEEK! How to Make the Most of Your Graduate/Professional Training: A Faculty Panel
Tuesday, March 9th - 12:00 - 1:15 PM<https://maestroweb.studentaffairs.ohio-state.edu/trk/click?ref=z10j1mkdhf_0-17c4x3660ax0759&>    OR   Wednesday, March 10th - 4:00 - 5:15 PM<https://maestroweb.studentaffairs.ohio-state.edu/trk/click?ref=z10j1mkdhf_0-17c4x3660bx0759&>     Via Zoom  (Panel sessions are the same; please select the best time that fits your schedule and register using the links for the date you prefer.)
A faculty panel from diverse disciplines will provide graduate students advice and tips on how to have a productive and successful training experience. The panelists will share their mentoring and teaching philosophies. A significant portion of the event will be dedicated to answering questions from the audience.

📰 Other Opportunities

  *   NEW! Upcoming OUAB Events - special edition of newsletter highlighting some family friendly and Women’s History Month programming is attached!
  *   Office of Student Life Spring Off Campus Living Expo (Tuesday, February 9th). Students can access this content here<http://go.odu.edu/glg>, and content will be available for several weeks following the live event. Graduate & Professional Student Living Guide can be found here<http://go.odu.edu/glg>.
  *   Free safety devices for students - The Office of Student Life's Off-Campus and Commuter Student Services offers students free window and door alarms and light timers to increase their home security. Deterrence tools can play a big role in helping to prevent crimes. Access to the devices is easy. Students fill out a simple form and arrange a time to pick up the devices at the Ohio Union. Read more »<http://click.t.osu.edu/?qs=639a73dce7f108b2c746917374aeafb2f5fbe72b063d2b669e93d2a0566945133d65fb839669fac8dd45c93cf07d47fdb3ebb376fefb4a9a>
  *   Student Wellness Center Interactive Spring 2021 Workshops - The Student Life Student Wellness Center has scheduled eight interactive workshops throughout Spring semester for our graduate and professional students to gain knowledge related to supporting others’ holistic well-being, management of stress and substance use, and preparing participants to host difficult conversations and refer others to on-campus resources. Graduate and professional students can register to attend our Guiding Students to Wellness workshop to learn skills such as active listening, motivational interviewing, and hosting difficult conversations with our student community. Our Recovery Ally Training is designed to train attendees in becoming a Recovery Ally to support others who are in or seeking recovery from substance misuse. Both workshops discuss resources on campus as well as navigating these topics through COVID-19. Visit our website to learn more about each program and sign up for the workshop of your choice go.osu.edu/swcworkshops<https://go.osu.edu/swcworkshops>.
  *   Buckeye PAL - As graduate and professional students, navigating your academic program while working to develop a personal and professional community can sometimes feel daunting and isolating. While Ohio State predominantly serves an undergraduate student population, there are many resources available just for you! Although it may sometimes feel lonely, know that you don’t have figure this out on your own. The Buckeye Peer Access Line (PAL) serves as a non-emergency talk line that provides an accessible space for students to engage in brief conversations in order to gain support and learn about campus resources. Common conversation topics may include stress management, healthy relationship, processing social and civil unrest and feeling pressure to succeed. Call the PAL line at 614-514-3333 Mon. – Fri. from 8 pm to midnight. For more information, visit go.osu.edu/buckeyepal<https://go.osu.edu/buckeyepal>.

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