[Marstudent] OHIO STATE MARION NEWS & INFORMATION (updated 2-13-2024)

Tue Feb 13 12:25:52 EST 2024

OHIO STATE MARION NEWS
Buckeye Briefs - a weekly electronic news & event digest
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UPCOMING IMPORTANT CAMPUS & UNIVERSITY DATES

Spring semester important dates to remember

  *   Spring Break - no classes, offices open March 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 2024
  *   Registration opens autumn term/sessions, refer to Buckeye Link enrollment appointment – Mon., March 18
  *   Eclipse – no classes, offices closed – Mon., April 8, 2024
  *   Last day of classes, spring semester – Mon., April 22, 2024
  *   Reading day, spring semester – Tue., April 23, 2024
  *   Final exams, spring semester – April 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 2024
  *   Commencement, spring semester – Sun., May 5

IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION:  No classes, offices closed on Monday April 8, 2024
Due to anticipated impacts of the total eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024, there will be no classes and offices will be closed at The Ohio State University at Marion.  Students should inquire with course instructors/professors for potential alternative plans that may be in place for individual courses.

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IMPORTANT SCHOLARSHIP & FINANCIAL AID NEWS

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Ohio State moving financial aid priority date to March 15
In response to a national delay in data from FAFSA, Ohio State is extending its priority deadline to submit the FAFSA and apply at ScholarshipUniverse to March 15. If you believe you have financial need, we encourage you to self-report this in your ScholarshipUniverse<https://osu.scholarshipuniverse.com/> profile to be matched with need-based scholarship opportunities. Your responses related to need will be confirmed by FAFSA data once it becomes available. https://sfa.osu.edu

Ohio State remains committed to access and affordability and understands how important financial aid is to our students and their families. We will provide aid notifications as quickly as possible once we receive and process the data from the U.S. Department of Education.

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ACADEMIC & AWARD OPPORTUNITIES

Engineering Seminar Series relaunches spring semester
2024 Engineering Seminar Series welcomes
International Paper Site Manager, Greg Harville
Wed., Feb. 14th, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Science and Engineering Building, Room 205
Harville, a Marion resident since age 5, graduated from Marion Harding in '85 and Ohio State in '90. His manufacturing leadership journey began post-Ohio State, starting as a 3rd shift supervisor at Wyandot for 20 years, advancing to production manager. He then served as Production Manager at Graham Manufacturing for 5 years in Findlay. Returning to Marion 3 years ago, Greg became Site Manager for International Paper, utilizing his expertise to benefit the local community. In this seminar, Greg will delve into his extensive manufacturing leadership journey, drawing from his diverse experiences and insights gained throughout his career.

Pizza will be served!  Contact Dr. Gol Mirzaei<mailto:mirzaei.4 at osu.edu> for questions.

Accepting submissions for the Ohio State Marion Literary Awards Competition
Open to all Ohio State Marion students, entry deadline is March 18, at noon

  *   Fiction & Creative Nonfiction (The Narrative Prize) -- up to ten pages max.
  *   Poetry (The Lyric Prize) -- One poem* will be selected, although you can submit up to six poems per submission (with no more than one poem per page). *Note: Song Lyrics are acceptable, too.
  *   Judging will be done anonymously by a working writer who is not affiliated with OSU-Marion.
  *   One $100.00 prize in each genre.
  *   Cover sheet with your name, home, e-mail address, telephone number, and genre must be included.
  *   Please do not put your name or identifying information on any part of your submission beyond your cover sheet.
  *   Multiple entries in different genres may be submitted as long as you turn in a separate cover sheet for each submission.
  *   If you turn in a hard copy, make sure to secure your entries with a paper clip or binder clip – no staples! Entries that do not follow these instructions will be discarded.

You may submit your work via e-mail to Nathan Wallace at:  wallace.419 at osu.edu<mailto:wallace.419 at osu.edu>, or you may turn in a hard copy to Lisa Miller or any of the kind office associates in Morrill Hall, Room 150.

Be sure to keep copies of your work. Manuscripts will not be returned.
For further details: Contact Nathan Wallace at:  wallace.419 at osu.edu<mailto:wallace.419 at osu.edu>; phone: 740-725 6116).

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Community of Scholars Seminar Series launches for spring semester
Join us Tuesday, Feb. 20th   at 12:30 p.m. in Morrill Hall, Room 200, as student researcher Sarah Holbrook presents her research titled:  If She Thinks Me Such a Monster, I’ll Play the Part”: An Analysis of the Relationship Between Tyrion Lannister’s Dwarfism, Masculinity & Monstrosity.  The Community of Scholars Seminar Series is an interdisciplinary research talks series formerly known as “Griffin Seminars”. The seminar series goal is to offer opportunities to Ohio State Marion faculty and students to deliver professional talks on their research or other academic activities. The function of the seminar series is to foster an atmosphere of collegiality and interdisciplinary discussions on topics of interest to Ohio State Marion faculty and students. The seminar will be offered during spring semester. Students are particularly encouraged to attend.  Stay tuned for additional dates and student research presentations throughout spring semester.

Future Community of Scholars Seminars:
March 6th, (Morrill Hall, Room 200). John Simonis, title: ClaySight: Using LiDAR and SLAM to Aid Visually Impaired Persons.
March 20th (Science and Engineering Building, Room 205) Maddie Ball, Title: Sinking my teeth into undergraduate research and digging up opportunities at Ohio State Marion
March 20th (Science and Engineering Building, Room 205) Carson Artrip, Title: Understanding The Importance of Two L,D-transpeptidases from Enterobacter cloacae through Sequence Alignment and  • -lactam Inhibition.

March 27th, ( Science and Engineering Building, Room 205), Wesley Bush, Title: DNA break repair factors mutations in human cancers.

April 2nd, (Morrill Hall, Room 200) Mak Yake, Title: Iconic vs. Arbitrary: How Instruction Method Effects Non-ASL Signers' Sign Production.

April 4th, ( Science and Engineering Building, Room 205) Lilian Schneider and Maria Ruano (co-presenters), Title: Evaluation of Mutations in the Cannabinoid System in Cancer Patients.

April 10th, (Morrill Hall, Room 200) Sal Willis, Title: What makes a STEM major? An attitude strength approach to understanding intentions to pursue higher education in STEM subjects among undergraduate students.

April 10th, (Morrill Hall, Room 200) Madalyn Hartley, Title: Understanding the bacterial communities of formerly mined land.

Workshop Wednesdays
This semester we will be hosting "Workshop Wednesdays" in the library from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m..

Topics include:
2/14 Time Management
2/21 Effective Notetaking
2/28 Finding Motivation
3/27 STEP into your Second Year
4/3 Planning for Finals
4/10 Overcoming Test Anxiety
4/17 Exams Tips and Tricks

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GET INVOLVED ON CAMPUS

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Looking for student leaders to represent Ohio State Marion
Be a homecoming court representative - applications go live February 9, 2024
We are looking for our best and brightest to represent The Ohio State University at Marion as part of Ohio State during Homecoming weekend on Columbus and special events autumn semester 2024.  If you are a student with a solid G.P.A., involved on campus, thought of as a campus leader, we would love to hear from you. Homecoming at Ohio State is different than what you remember in high school.  Applications are accepted and interviews scheduled for those interested.  If you would like to learn more or know a student who would be a good candidate to apply for the 2024 Ohio State Marion Homecoming Court, email floyd.149 at osu.edu<mailto:floyd.149 at osu.edu>.  Consider being part of something special and memorable.

·                     Build your resume

·                     Link with past Homecoming Court members from the Buckeye community

·                     Represent your campus proudly

·                     Take part in the Regional Campus Crowning Ceremony, the Homecoming
            Pep Rally, Homecoming Parade, Saturday Skull Session, and the game itself

·                     Meet and interact with other regional campus students

·                     Be honored during multiple Homecoming weekend events

·                     Be part of the Ohio State tradition

·                     Free football tickets to Ohio State’s Homecoming game!

Psychology Club spring meeting schedule
2.21.24 Game Day & More!
3.6.24 Graduate School Discussions and Q&A
3.20.24 Eyewitness Memory
4.3.24 The Truth About Love Languages
4.17.24 Elections

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Safe Zone Training
Thursday, February 15, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Maynard Hall, Room 125
Safe Zone aims to create a more welcoming and safe campus for individuals of all sexual orientation and gender identities.  This training is recommended for faculty, staff and students and will be counted as a Success Session.  Participants will gain a greater understanding of LGBTQ identities and the systems of oppression that effect the community, learn tool for incorporating LGBTQ-inclusive practices into their daily lives and strengthen their skills in recognizing and interpreting anti-LGBTQ bias.  No registration required, simply show up to learn more.

Social Work Club spring meeting schedule

The Social Work Club organizes projects that assists peers and the community, advances social justice and spreads awareness by promoting change throughout the campus and community, and connects students with classmates to create a network of support, growth and friendship.

Meeting dates:

March 7th

April 4th

Meetings are 3:30-4:30 p.m. in Morrill Hall, Room 224

For information visit us on Instagram at @socialworkclub.osum or email

hopton.19 at buckeyemail.osu.edu<mailto:hopton.19 at buckeyemail.osu.edu>

OutLoud spring meeting schedule
Thursday, January 25, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Maynard Hall, Room 130
All other meetings in Maynard Hall, Room 125, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 22
Wednesday, March 6
Wednesday, March 21
Wednesday, April 3
Thursday, April 18

Reduce Stress
Stress Management Resiliency Training Lab – S.M.A.R.T. Lab
The goal of The S.M.A.R.T. Lab at Ohio State Marion is to equip students with stress management and resiliency skills to help them feel and function better.  Visit https://osumarion.osu.edu/counseling-wellness-services/smart-lab to learn more and register.

Pass Me The Scarlet Crayon
Do you want to feel comfier in social situations? Have trouble starting conversations? Want tips on how to manage social anxiety? Join a group of peers facing the same struggles. We will work together to learn social skills and how to manage social anxiety.

Meeting schedule:

Tue., Feb. 13th, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Tue., Feb. 20th, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Tue., Feb. 27th, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Tue., Mar. 5th, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Alber Student Center Student Activities Room (across from the gym)

RSVP, email hopton.19 at buckeyemail.osu.edu<mailto:hopton.19 at buckeyemail.osu.edu>

Share Kindness Feb. 12-16 as part of BuckeyeLove week at Ohio State
The week of Feb. 12-16, Ohio State encourages the campus community to share BuckeyeLove through acts of kindness.  Throughout the week, a series of signs with inspirational messages will be posted across Ohio State’s campuses, special events and activities will be held to emphasize how small things in life make a big difference for every Buckeye.
Make a Friendship bracelet or keychain for #BuckeyeLove, Mon, Feb., 12, Alber Student Center
Come make a friendship bracelet or keychain to share the #BuckeyeLove, sponsored by OutLoud student organization.

Dodgeball, Mon., Feb. 12, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Alber Student Center Gymnasium
Come play dodgeball and other games in the gym.  Sponsored by the Office of Student Life

“Reverse” Valentine’s Boxes, February 12-16 in all campus buildings
Grab a #BuckeyeLove note and treat from our “Reverse” Valentine’s Boxes, sponsored by OutLoud student organization.

Trivia, Tuesday, February 13, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Alber Student Center Lounge
Test your knowledge with trivia in the student lounge.  Sponsored by the Office of Student Life

Bingo & Cocoa & Cookies, Wed., Feb. 14, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Alber Student Center Lounge
Sponsored by the Office of Student Life

Safe Zone Training, Thu., Feb. 15, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., Maynard Hall, Room 125
Learn how to create safe spaces and a welcoming campus climate for all.  This training counts as a Success Session, but all Marion campus students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend, sponsored by OutLoud student organization.

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Campus Blood Drive set for Feb. 15

Students, faculty, staff, and the community are invited to give the gift of life, Feb. 15, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Alber Student Center Multi-Purpose Room.  Scan the QR code above to schedule your appointment.

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CAMPUS & COMMUNITYWIDE EVENTS
The Silk Road on display at the Kuhn Fine Arts Gallery, Jan. 22-Mar. 15
The Wayne & Geraldine Kuhn Fine Arts Gallery at Ohio State Marion will present the art exhibition, The Silk Road, Monday, January 22nd through Friday, March 15th, 2024, gallery hours Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Examine the textiles that gave the Silk Road its name, and travel across the trade routes that connected the cultures of Afro-Eurasia for centuries. The Silk Road exhibit weaves together the brilliant colors and feather-light textures of silks from China, India, the Islamic world, and Europe, telling the story of silk and the history of movement across empires and time. Historic textiles, jades, and jewels from the 1400’s to the present illuminate the origins of commerce and connections in the Old World and provide design inspiration for today. Featuring luxurious gowns, religious banners, brocades, saris and the designer fashions of Oscar de la Renta and Dior.

The gallery will offer extended hours until 9 p.m. the evening of March 14th to coincide with the Five Nights on Campus performance of Ryanhood. The Kuhn Fine Arts Gallery is located in off the east lobby of Morrill Hall.

Curators:
Amanda Respess
Gayle Strege

Sponsors:
The Ohio State University at Marion
The Ohio State University Historic Costumes and Textiles Collection
The Orton Geological Museum
The East Asian Studies Center
The Center for Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies
The Department of Near Eastern and South Asian Languages and Cultures
The Department of History

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MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAM, EVENTS, & INFORMATION
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Counseling & Wellness Center available free to students
The Ohio State University at Marion Counseling and Wellness Center is located in Maynard Hall, Room 200.  For more information or an appointment, email: MRN-Wellness at osu.edu<mailto:MRN-Wellness at osu.edu> or contact Leslie Beary at beary.4 at osu.edu<mailto:beary.4 at osu.edu>, or Ellen Farrell at farrell.421 at osu.edu<mailto:farrell.421 at osu.edu>,. Scheduling both In-person and virtual appointments.
RESTORE IS BACK!
Every Wed., Feb.7th through Mar. 6, 5 to 6 p.m., Multipurpose Room, Alber Student Center
Enjoy this one-hour meditation and breathing class led by The Wonder Within staff, a truly relaxing and rejuvenating hour.  Restore is for students, staff, and faculty.  Yoga mats are provided, wear comfortable clothing. EXP credit is available.

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REACH Suicide Prevention Training
Thu., Feb. 22, 3-4:30 p.m., Maynard Hall, Room 125
REACH is The Ohio State University suicide prevention training program to help individuals prevent suicide by them the how to:

- Recognize warning signs
- Engage with empathy
- Ask directly about suicide
- Communicate hope
- Help suicidal individuals to access care and treatment

Anyone can help prevent suicide by learning the risks, warning signs, and how to intervene. The training lasts approximately 60-90 minutes. To register, email: farrell.421 at osu.edu<mailto:farrell.421 at osu.edu>.

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UNIVERSITYWIDE NEWS

Programs of Excellence, Awards, Grants, OSEP Awards, Artist Laureate
Call for proposals: Programs of Excellence in Engaged Scholarship
To support and promote high-impact engaged scholarship, the Office of Outreach and Engagement has instituted a process to certify programs of excellence in engaged scholarship. The certification process seeks to identify and certify up to 20 projects annually that demonstrate excellence in community-engaged scholarship and meet the criteria of high-impact engaged scholarship. Applications are due Feb. 28. Read more: https://engage.osu.edu/programs-excellence-engaged-scholarship

Apply now for the University Outreach and Engagement Awards
Ohio State is seeking nominations of programs, scholars and practitioners for the 2024 University Outreach and Engagement Awards, which honor faculty, staff, students and community partners for outstanding achievement in producing engaged scholarship and community impact. The deadline to apply is Feb. 28. Read more: https://engage.osu.edu/university-outreach-and-engagement-awards

Submit a proposal for an Engagement Grant
The Office of Outreach and Engagement provides funding to faculty and/or faculty-led teams, and university staff that hold PI status with the annual Engagement Grants program. Grants are awarded at a maximum amount of $15,000 to support development of impact reports for programs, performances or exhibits; development of a public policy document or impact report; development or implementation of a program, performance, exhibition, or initiative based upon previous research, assessment, or community stakeholder/public input; or enhance or expand a program that extends community access to the university, broadly defined. Proposals are due March 4. Read more: https://engage.osu.edu/outreach-and-engagement-grant-opportunities

Applications open for the annual OSEP awards
In collaboration with Ohio State Energy Partners (OSEP), the Office of Academic Affairs has opened a call for grant proposals that align with the university's sustainability goals; align with advancing access, engagement and inclusive excellence goals; or provide research opportunities (in all disciplines) to students who have limited exposure to undergraduate research and experiential learning opportunities. Submissions are due March 11. Faculty, staff and students are eligible to apply. Awards range from $10,000 to $50,000.  Read more: https://oaa.osu.edu/osep-academic-collaboration-awards

Nominations sought for 2024-25 Ohio State Artist Laureate
The Office of Academic Affairs is seeking nominations for the 2024-25 Ohio State Artist Laureate. The program is designed to help the university achieve one of the main goals of its academic plan: to enhance impact through external engagement. The goal is to bring the arts to underserved communities across the state and to engage with those communities in shared experiences that will, ideally, enrich and inform audience and Laureate alike. Nominations are due Feb. 16. Read more: https://engage.osu.edu/ohio-state-artist-laureate-nominations-sought

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CAMPUS LINKS

  *   Ohio State Marion home page<http://osumarion.osu.edu/>
  *   Research at Ohio State Marion<http://osumarion.osu.edu/research>
  *   Give to Ohio State Marion<http://osumarion.osu.edu/giving.html>
  *   Latest campus news releases<http://osumarion.osu.edu/news>
  *   Upcoming campus events<http://osumarion.osu.edu/events>

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