Talking Race in the Classroom

April 13th
11:00am-12:30pm
University Hall 056

The WGSS Anti-Racism Committee Presents: Talking Race in the Classroom

Recent political events have led to explosive public debates about race and racism in our country. What effect do these public debates have on college courses that teach students about race? What can students expect in such classes? Instructors from the Department of Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) will discuss their approach to teaching race and racism in their classes and will take questions from students who might feel apprehensive or curious about learning the subject matter in college. Students from all majors at OSU are particularly encouraged to attend.

Participants
Cynthia Burack, Professor WGSS
Guisela Latorre, Associate Professor WGSS
Juno Parreñas, Assistant Professor WGSS
Saidah Isoke, Graduate Student WGSS
Akosua Peprah, Undergraduate Student WGSS

 

Around Columbus


Did you know? Columbus is the Number 4 best midsize metro for job seekers (American Institute for Economic Research, July 2016).

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The Scioto Mile


(Randall Lee Schieber)

As the weather becomes nicer, you may be looking for more outdoor activities to enjoy! The Scioto Mile includes 175 acres of parkland located in downtown Columbus. The area includes trails, parks and walking paths all just steps from the city. Exciting features along the Scioto Mile include Milestone 229, a restaurant with a wall made of glass windows as well as an outdoor dining area. The restaurant and fountain outside are powered by solar panels on the roof. Another exciting feature of the Mile is the country’s largest free outdoor climbing wall.

The exciting experiences that are found along the Scioto Mile can be enjoyed by everyone. Each year, the Scioto Mile offers many free annual events. The 2017 list can be found here: http://www.sciotomile.com/experience-a-summer-of-amazing-music-food-and-culture-at-the-scioto-mile/.


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Using Secondary Data to Conduct Research in Developmental and Educational Psychology

Maximizing Opportunities and Minimizing Challenges

Dr. Alison Koenka
Postdoctoral Researcher
Department of Educational Studies
The Ohio State University

Friday April 14th
12:00-1:00pm
136 Ramseyer Hall

After earning her Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology at Duke University, Alison Koenka joined the Department of Educational Studies as a postdoctoral researcher in July 2015. Alison is interested in motivational consequences of feedback delivered to students across developmental periods and academic contexts. She uses both primary and secondary data, along with meta-analytic methods, to pursue this line of research.

 

Translational Research and Science

This is the Research Methodology Center’s final presentation for Spring 2017.

Faith Kline, Ph.D.
Administrative Director
Center for Clinical and Translational Science

Thursday April 13th
1:00-2:00pm
Ramseyer Hall Room 260

Translation is a process of turning observations in the laboratory, clinic and community into interventions that improve the health of individuals and the public- ranging from diagnostics and therapeutics to medical procedures and behavioral changes. This presentation is designed to introduce you to OSU’s Center for Clinical and Translational Science (CCTS), highlight the resources available to investigators, and to facilitate interaction and collaboration among the colleges and departments at OSU and Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

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Dr. Kline received her PhD in Cellular and Molecular Pathology from Vanderbilt University as a National Science Foundation Predoctoral Scholar. She is currently an MBA 2017 graduate candidate and the Administrative Director CCTS where she uses her research experience and business training to increase the efficiency and speed of clinical and translational research at The Ohio State University.

EHE Centers Expo

Partnerships, Projects, Programs
Open House and Reception

Friday April 14th, 2017, 1:00-2:30pm
College Commons- 260 Ramseyer Hall

Register here.

Drop by and learn about the work of our college-based centers, network with research staff, and leave with ideas for collaboration! You can stop by anytime, grab some food, sign up to win raffle items, and mingle. Six EHE Centers will have exhibits:

  • The Center on Education and Training for Employment (CETE) focuses on project management and research administration and translating research to practice in the areas of standards, curriculum, assessment, program evaluation and collaborative community problem solving.
  • The Crane Center for Early Childhood Research and Policy (CCEC) is dedicated to conducting high-quality, empirical research on how to improve children’s learning and development in the home, the school and the community.
  • The Dennis Learning Center (DLC) provides students of all backgrounds with strategies for college success that will enable them to enter, excel in, and complete programs of postsecondary education.
  • The International Data Evaluation Center (IDEC) specializes in creating data systems that support large-scale data collection and training teachers how to use data.
  • The Research Methodology Center (RMC) promotes the design and conduct of high-quality research by providing professional development and consulting in research methods.
  • The Schoenbaum Family Center (SFC) is a network of community partners providing information on early childhood programming and family engagement.

This workshop is intended for all interested faculty, staff and students. If you have any questions, please email Rebecca Chacko at Chacko.9@osu.edu.

 

RA Position- Center for the Study of Student Life

The Center for the Study of Student Life anticipates hiring a Graduate Student Researcher (GSR) for the 2017-2018 academic year. The GRA will report to a Research Associate. Examples of major projects for the 2017-2018 academic year include but are not limited to either implementing or analyzing data from the following studies:

  • College Prescription Drug Study– The CPDS is a multi-institutional study of prescription drug misuse among college students at up 25 institutions across the country. Tasks include recruiting institutions to participate, troubleshooting survey administrative issues with institutions via phone and email, preparing samples, completing IRB application, administering survey, cleaning and coding data, analyzing data and preparing reports.
  • Student Life Survey– Survey of Ohio State undergraduate and graduate students on involvement in co-curricular activities, experiences at Ohio State and other topics determined by relevant annual trends.
  • Wellness Assessment– Survey of Ohio State undergraduate and graduate students on the interrelationship between the nine dimensions of wellness (http://swc.osu.edu/about-us/9-dimensions-of-wellness/.

The GSR will perform the following duties:

  • Coordinate and perform quantitative analysis, reporting and distribution of new and existing research projects
  • Prepare report and presentations
  • Write and implement surveys
  • Prepare Institutional Review Board applications and amendments
  • Develop manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
  • Participate in staff meetings and retreats
  • Complete ad hoc requests as assigned

Qualifications
Required:

  • Enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program in education, the social sciences, public health or a related field
  • Knowledge of statistical analysis, including multivariate regression, and social science research methods
  • Experience using SPSS and/or STATA
  • Management, including cleaning and coding of large datasets
  • Strong writing skills

Desired:

  • Experience writing surveys and with survey software, such as Qualtrics
  • Experience writing protocols for the Institutional Review Board
  • Demonstrated experience publishing and/or presenting  research
  • Knowledge of higher education and/or student development theories

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Review of applications will bein on April 15, 2017. Please submit a cover letter, curricula vita/resume, a writing sample (preferably including an empirical analysis) and a list of three professional references.

Applications may be submitted via email to:
Dr. Anne McDaniel
Interim Executive Director
Center for the Study of Student Life
Email: McDaniel.145@osu.edu

Conference on Excellence in Teaching & Learning

The Ohio State Academy of Teaching presents the 11th Annual Conference on Excellence in Teaching & Learning
Building a Community of Teacher-Scholars

Thursday, May 4th
Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center

The annual Conference on Excellence in Teaching & Learning is a venue for members of The Ohio State University community to share innovative and interesting, evidence-based ideas for the improvement of teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes. Faculty and staff from across the university will share ideas and results from their own work with students, in the form of breakout sessions and posters. Lunch is included with your free registration.

Read more and register here.

Diversity and Implicit Bias Awareness Program Symposium

Hosts, the Council of Graduate Students, Office of Student Life, and OUAB Grad/Prof, invite you to the second annual Diversity and Implicit Bias Awareness Program Symposium on April 11, 2017. This year’s theme is Diversity and Inclusion as a Means Not an End. Registration will start at 9:00am with the program beginning at 9:30am. The symposium will conclude during lunch and a keynote address by Dr. Nancy “Rusty” Bareceló. For a complete schedule and information on all of our guest experts, please go here.

To register for the event: https://osu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8leX1sLExTliv3L

Apply to be a Senator with the Council of Graduate Students!
Applications are open and close April 7, 2017: https://cgs.osu.edu/get-involved/senate-application/
All senator positions are open for the 2017-2018 academic year. For more information on the position, please visit: https://cgs.osu.edu/leadership/senators.

Apply to be a Delegate with the Council of Graduate Students!
Applications are open and close April 7, 2017: https://cgs.osu.edu/get-involved/delegate-application/
All delegate positions are open for the 2017-2018 academic year. For more information on the position, please visit: https://cgs.osu.edu/leadership/delegates/.