October 30, 2007
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
OSU celebrated the start of the renovation and expansion of the Donald W. Reynolds School of Architecture Building in a ceremony today. The majority of the $16 million project is being funded through a $14.8 million gift from the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation. The project will add two wings to the existing building, dedicated in 1920 as the New Armory-Gymnasium, creating a total of more than 70,000 square feet for classrooms, studios, faculty office space, a library and a gallery. The project is expected to be completed by the summer of 2009. For more information, click here .
Lanners attracts praise for new CD
OSU Professor of Piano Thomas Lanners' latest CD release, titled “Ned Rorem: The Three Piano Sonatas,” gets a glowing review in the current (Nov./Dec. 2007) issue of American Record Guide, one of the two prominent magazines in North America dedicated to reviews of classical recordings. Critic Mark Lehman wrote of the works on the disc:
“Their clarity, sparkle, wit, sentiment, brio, and idiomatic pianism are a continual pleasure. ... their lapidary craftsmanship and formal perfection will please the most discriminating connoisseur. ... It¹s especially pleasing to have all three of Rorem’s sonatas on one disc, superbly played by Thomas Lanners, and in clear, vivid sound. Lanners’ informative and enlightening notes are models of graceful writing, too. Anyone who cares about mainstream 20th Century piano music should seek out this superlative recording.”
Read the full review and hear a sample of the CD by going to http://music.okstate.edu/faculty/tomlanners.html.
Ethics Center presentation tonight: Should Murray Hall be renamed?
The OSU Ethics Center will present: “Should Murray Hall be Renamed?” tonight (Tuesday, Oct. 30) from 7:30 – 9 p.m. in the Student Union Theater, featuring speakers Randi Eldevik, associate professor, OSU English Department, and Bill Bryans, associate professor, OSU History Department. The namesake for Murray Hall, “Alfalfa” Bill Murray, was the state’s ninth governor, one of the principal authors of the state constitution, the first speaker of the state House of Representatives and an early congressman from Oklahoma. Despite Murray's important role in the formation of the state, he advanced legislation, gave public speeches and published books filled with his racist and anti-semitic agenda. Should Murray Hall be renamed? For additional information, please contact: Lawrence Pasternack, OSU Philosophy Department, (405) 744-9237; e-mail: l.pasternack@okstate.edu. This event is free and open to the public.
Annual Staff Awards and Recognition Program on Thursday
The annual Staff Awards and Recognition Program is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 1, at 10 a.m. in the Student Union Theater. During the program, Distinguished Service Award recipients will be recognized and staff completing a five -year increment of service in the year 2007 will receive service pins. Staff completing the HRStar Performer, Ambassador, Leadership Development, and the Advanced Leadership Development Programs will be recognized, as well as 2007-08 Staff Advisory Council Scholarship recipients. Refreshments will be served following the program. A complete list of 2007 Service Pin recipients has been posted on the SAC Web site. Check for your name at http://fp.okstate.edu/sac/awardlist2007.pdf.
FAPC faculty member wins international award
A faculty member from the Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center on the campus of Oklahoma State University recently won the International Gamma Sigma Delta Distinguished Achievement in Agriculture Award. Members of the agricultural honor society recognized Stanley Gilliland, FAPC food microbiologist, during OSU’s fall faculty meeting. Gilliland received the award for his significant contributions to agriculture, including his continuing research exploring lactic acid bacteria uses in the food industry. For more details, click here .
OSU Distinguished Agriculture Alumni changed people’s lives
OSU’s College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources recently honored Eddie Smith, Byrd Curtis and Dennis White with Distinguished Agriculture Alumnus awards. Smith dedicated himself to the youth of Oklahoma and their success. Curtis distinguished himself in the area of research, primarily in providing food for the world. White is well respected throughout the national network of companies and organizations that support the cattle industry. Click here to read more about each.
Lake Carl Blackwell trout pond to open Nov. 1
The trout pond at Lake Carl Blackwell is preparing to open for a third season starting Thursday, Nov. 1, and officials say that, on average, they’re expecting each catch to be bigger this year since the fish did not have to contend with drought conditions. The trout pond is being stocked with 500 pounds of trout to start with and 300 pounds will be added biweekly throughout the season. A $3 daily access permit for the lake and a $3 special trout permit is required. Children 8 and under fish free with a paid adult. The limit is three trout per day per person. An enclosed fishing dock is available and good for catching crappie and saugeye. The Lakeside Convenience Store sells permits, bait and tackle as well as snacks, drinks and pizza. For more information about the fishing opportunities at Lake Carl Blackwell, please call the store at (405) 372-5157 or go to www.lcb.okstate.edu .
Flu shots available soon
The Seretean Wellness Center has received a limited supply of flu shots. The staff will be on campus the following days and times to provide flu shots to OSU faculty and staff:
Monday, Nov. 5, Student Union/Starlight Terrace, noon – 2 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 6, Noble Research Center Atrium, 1 – 3 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 7, Willard Living Room, 10 a.m. – noon
Thursday, Nov. 8, Physical Plant, 101J Physical Plant Building, 1 – 3 p.m.
Shots will be given on a first come, first serve basis only and the cost of the flu shot is $15. If you have HealthChoice Insurance, the $15 will be billed to your insurance. You must bring a copy of your insurance card. If you do not have HealthChoice, the $15 is payable in cash or check only (correct change is appreciated). For information about who should receive the vaccine and best practices for flu prevention, visit the Seretean Wellness Center at www.wellness.okstate.edu For additional questions, please contact the Employee Health Clinic at 744-7556
OSU College of Education to host special education panel Friday
The College of Education will host a Special Education Parent Panel on Friday, Nov. 2, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in Willard Hall, room 010, on the OSU-Stillwater campus. Four women who are either parents of special needs children or special education teachers will be featured on the panel to share their experiences and answer questions as part of an interactive dialogue. At the conclusion of the panel, the College of Education will host a reception and book signing. Distinguished panelists include Jane Sutter and Carolyn Kendall, who are mothers of special needs children, and Jaydene Morrison and Sharon Sutton, who have worked with special needs students for several years in public schools. More than 100 professional education students from OSU will attend the panel discussion, which is also open to the public with limited seating available. If you would like to attend or need additional information, please contact Dr. Christine Ormsbee, interim associate director for professional education, at (405) 744-9214.
Support the Rise School of Stillwater, eat at El Chico’s tonight
You can support the Rise School of Stillwater tonight (Tuesday, Oct. 30) by getting a meal at El Chico’s from 5 – 10 p.m. A portion of the proceeds from each meal will go to the school, so bring your family and friends.
Club-level seats available to help United Way and The Chicken
Two club-level seats at Boone Pickens Stadium could be yours for the OSU vs Kansas game if you’re the winner in an upcoming drawing that will benefit the OSU drive for Stillwater’s United Way. The drawing for the seats will be held Friday, Nov. 9 at 9 a.m. Tickets for the drawing are just $2 each, three for $5 or six for $10. Reportedly, the amount collected could be a consideration in current deliberations to free “The Chicken” after his recent untimely arrest (click here). To purchase tickets, contact jeff.walters@okstate.edu or phone 744-8841.
Family Feud 2, Zeta style
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., will be hosting the second round of its Family Feud competition on Tuesday, Nov. 6, at 7:30 p.m. in room 202 of the Classroom Building. Four teams are left to vie for $100 and a special prize from the ladies of ZPhiB. Come out and show your support for your favorite team! For more information on the remaining teams, check out the Facebook event "Family Feud 2" or e-mail Alicia Hill at alicia.hill@okstate.edu.
Consider information sessions on benefit plans
Find out about the new offerings and choices for health care, dental and vision, flexible spending accounts, supplemental life insurance, and long-term disability and cancer plans by attending one of the sessions in Stillwater and Tulsa. For a complete list of sessions, click here or go to http://hr.okstate.edu .
2008 annual benefits enrollment deadline Thursday, Nov. 15
Employees can enroll in or make changes to health care, dental, vision, and flexible benefits during this annual enrollment period. You’re invited to seriously consider BlueCross coverage for yourself and eligible dependents since there is no pre-existing condition clause during this special enrollment period, regardless of coverage or lack of coverage in 2007. Election forms must arrive in OSU Human Resources, 106 Whitehurst, by 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 15. For detailed, up-to-date Annual Benefits Enrollment information, go to http://hr.okstate.edu, phone (405) 744-5449.
Interactive benefits enrollment form to be available online
If you wish to make changes to your benefits, you will find it easier to use an interactive enrollment form now available on Web for Employees. As you select coverage, the form will use the $364.24 Healthcare Allotment to calculate OSU-paid vs. employee-paid premiums. You can select different options to help you decide which coverage is right for you and your dependents. Election forms must arrive in OSU Human Resources, 106 Whitehurst, by 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007. For detailed, up-to-date Annual Benefits Enrollment information, go to http://hr.okstate.edu, phone (405) 744-5449.
BlueCross BlueShield of Oklahoma toll-free number
BlueCross BlueShield of Oklahoma has a toll-free number, 1-877-258-6781, dedicated to questions from OSU employees. The BlueCross BlueShield representative who responds to your call will be familiar with the OSU health care plans and can answer your questions.
Read about the latest Chisholm Trail drive
Read this and other articles from OSU Ag Communications Services, click here
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Past and current art instructors represented at current exhibition
The OSU Department of Art will hold an reception Friday, Nov. 9, for “Centennial Annual Faculty Exhibition,” a show of current and former art professors that celebrates Oklahoma’s Centennial. The reception will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Gardiner Art Gallery, 108 Bartlett Center for the Visual Arts on the OSU campus. Included are more than 30 works juxtaposed with current pieces and historical images of the art department. Exhibitors include graphic design, studio art and adjunct faculty as well as emeritus faculty. It also pays tribute to faculty members who have passed away. The exhibit, which runs through Nov. 9 is currently open Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, phone (405) 744-6016 or visit http://art.okstate.edu.
The OSU Lahoma Club presents “What’s in Fashion – circa 1907?”
Help celebrate Oklahoma’s 100th birthday at the next meeting of the OSU Lahoma Club, which will feature a 1907 Clothing Style Show and luncheon Monday, Nov. 12, from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Meditations, located on Country Club Road west of Stillwater. The cost is $13 per person. Reservations and pre-payment must be received by Nov. 5. Checks, payable to Lahoma, can be mailed to: Lahoma, P.O. Box 2704, Stillwater, OK 74076. Lahoma Club is open to all women who work at Oklahoma State University/OSU Foundation or whose spouse works at either entity. The group focuses on providing scholarships to students and enriching the social activities for members. New members and guests are always welcome to attend Lahoma Club meetings. For more information, contact Membership at 372-5024 or jescoubas@yahoo.com.
OSU-Tulsa Phi Beta Lambda and Tulsa Young Professionals team up for membership drive
Join Phi Beta Lambda and Tulsa Young Professionals on Nov. 14, at noon at OSU-Tulsa in NH 140, for a potluck luncheon with guest speakers Ben Leslie and Dr. Tracy Suter. Learn why leadership skills, community involvement and networking are crucial to your career. Your career starts with your resume and if you lack these qualities, your resume will have gaps! Students will have the opportunity to become members of both the OSU-Tulsa Chapter of Phi Beta Lambda and Tulsa Young Professionals. Admission is $2 and will be waived for active (dues paid) PBL members or those who join/pay their dues on the 14th (dues are only $20 per year). Take advantage of opportunities to become involved - your career will thank you! Questions? Contact PBL officers: Jess King, jess.king@okstate.edu or Cindy Taylor, cynthia.taylor@okstate.edu.
Replay of medical conference presentations scheduled
The OSU Center for Health Sciences in Tulsa will be replaying the presentations given at the 1st International Fascia Congress at Harvard Medical School on the big screen Nov. 1 - 3 in room D 107 at 1111 W. 17th St. in Tulsa. For a schedule of presentations, speakers and show times, go to the FRC web site at http://www.fascia2007.com/index.htm. There are approximately 16 hours of presentations. The presentations will also be included on DVD’s in the center’s library. The showings are open to the public. Questions? Contact Harriet Shaw D.O. at (918) 561-8404.
OSU to dedicate Halligan Hall of Scholars
The “Halligan Hall of Scholars” will be dedicated in a ceremony on Friday, Nov. 2, at 4:30 p.m., in the Student Union Oklahoma Room. Students, faculty and staff are invited to help officially designate the area to recognize the 21 major national and international awards won by students during the decade of Jim and Ann Halligan’s service to OSU. A plaque describing the Hall and high points of the Halligan era at OSU will be unveiled and placed at the hall entrance. Several past and current students will speak, and Kyle Ensley, international business and political science junior from Valliant, will be honored for winning a Pickering Scholarship from the Foreign Service last summer. The pattern established during the Halligan Administration continues today through the Honors College, the Office of Scholar Development and Recognition, major undergraduate research programs such as the Lew Wentz leadership and research scholarships, overseas study, and countless other examples.
Bug Movie Night set for OSU-Stillwater
Classic B-movies and crunchy munchies will make for a unique night out Thursday, Nov. 1, when Oklahoma State University’s entomology 2003 class throws open the doors to the public for Bug Movie Night. The fun and food will take place 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. in 106 Noble Research Center, north of the Edmon Low Library. There is no cost to attend and all bugs will be provided free of charge. Seating will be on a first-come, first-seated basis. The Sanborn Entomology Club is hosting the event, which will include two science fiction bug classics: The 1954 movie “Them!” and “Starship Troopers” from 1997. The second feature is rated R and is probably better suited for an adult audience, which is why it is being shown later. Movie-goers can come to both or either of the films as they will be shown back-to-back, with the arthropod-based food served during intermission. The second feature will start about 8:30 p.m.
Safe Zone: LGBT Allies Training
Safe Zone is a program which identifies "gay friendly" faculty and staff and students to provide support and resources for Oklahoma State University gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender students. If you are Safe Zone trained, students know they can come to you for help, advice, or just to talk with someone who is supportive of their sexual orientation. If you are interested in becoming an LGBT ally, the next allies training session is scheduled for Nov. 2 from 1 – 4 p.m. in Willard 201. If you have questions, or you would like to RSVP for the Safe Zone training on Nov. 2, please call Amy Morse at (405) 744-5622 or e-mail amy.morse@okstate.edu.
Distance learning opportunities through the Spears School of Business
Spears School of Business distance learning programs offer professionals and students an alternative way to obtain a degree. Distance Learning can help you meet your educational goals, whether you are a professional looking for a portable graduate degree, a company wanting to help your employees enhance their education, or a student trying to find a way around a schedule conflict. Spears School of Business distance learning programs are available across the nation and around the world. Geography is not a hindrance and with initiative and computer capabilities once you are accepted into the programs, you can be an OSU student soon. Business distance learning programs at Oklahoma State University comprise several graduate programs as well as selected undergraduate course offerings. For more information contact us at cepd-dl@okstate.edu, visit www.spears.okstate.edu/cepd/dl/ , or call (405) 744-4048.
Veterinarian to speak about back pain in dogs
Dr. Kristy Broaddus will talk about back problems in dogs at the next Community Pet Care Seminar, sponsored by Oklahoma State University Center for Veterinary Health Sciences, on Tuesday, Nov. 6, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The seminar will take place in McElroy Hall, which is located at the corner of McFarland and Farm Road on the Stillwater campus. Broaddus’ talk will include information on how dogs injure themselves, the surgery to repair the damage, and the prophylactic laser disk ablation process. Pet Care Seminars are open to the public. Complimentary parking, admission and light refreshments are provided. If you need any additional information, please contact the Continuing Education Office at (405) 744-7672. For more information on the Veterinary Center, visit http://www.cvhs.okstate.edu.
ID card replacement necessary for some cards
Information Technology is in the process of replacing ID cards that begin with the numbers “003170.” Card holders whose ID cards begin with “003170” must get their cards replaced at no cost at ID Services in 432 Student Union by Nov. 12 at 5 p.m. Most of these cards include the employee’s or student’s Social Security Number. These cards need to be replaced to protect the card holders from identity theft. Any cards that have not been replaced by the deadline will be placed on HOLD in CSGold. This will remove the card’s ability to be utilized for any food purchases or door access. For more information, please contact the Helpdesk at (405) 744-HELP (4357) or helpdesk@okstate.edu.
OSU IT notice on “terms and conditions” of using the system
Recent security incidents have prompted the OSU Information Technology Department to display terms and conditions banners on university-controlled computer systems. Starting Oct. 28, users who wish to create a new O-Key account or reset/change their password in an existing O-Key account will be prompted with a notice explaining the terms and conditions of the OSU policy for using the OSU IT System. It is important for all students and employees of the OSU/A&M Systems to have a full understanding of these terms and conditions. For more information or to read the terms and conditions, please click here and read “Notice to Users” link. If you have questions, please contact Eric Maynard in the IT Security Office at (405) 744-4225 or Darlene Hightower in the CIO office at (405) 744-3555.
Celebrate “Oklahoma at 100”
Join the Stillwater Choral Community in celebrating “Oklahoma at 100” - A Gala Concert on Monday, Nov. 5, at 7 p.m. at the Stillwater High School Performing Arts Center. The evening will include operatic soprano Leona Mitchell and feature the Stillwater Honor Choir, Stillwater Junior High School Choir, Stillwater High School Pioneer Chorale, and the Stillwater Chamber Singers (which includes some OSU faculty and staff). All music is written by Oklahoma composers, and performed by Oklahoma singers and instrumentalists from ages 7 – 70. Admission is $8, or $5 for student/senior. For more information, phone (405) 744-6092 or (405) 533-6486 ext. 5386.
Upcoming conferences set for Tulsa
The 3rd Annual Oil and Gas Accounting Conference is set for Nov. 14 from 1- 5 p.m., and the 7th Annual Accounting and Financial Reporting Conference will be held the following day, Nov. 15, from 8 a.m.- 4:45 p.m. These conferences will be held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in downtown Tulsa and feature national and regional experts in their fields. For information and/or registration for either conference, please contact the OSU Center for Executive and Professional Development at cepd@okstate.edu, phone toll-free 1-866-678-3933, or visit the website at http://www.cepd.okstate.edu. Professionals in the oil and gas accounting and accounting and financial reporting fields will have an opportunity to earn 12 hours of CPE credit by attending both conferences, presented by the Oklahoma State University School of Accounting.
ECO-OSU to host recycling event and film
ECO-OSU is hosting a recycling event on the library lawn from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. for America Recycles Day on Nov. 15. Bring your recyclables, including ALL plastics, paper, aluminum and steel, to the lawn for this event. Then join us that night for the second film of the ECO-Film Project, “Out of Balance: ExxonMobil's Impact on Climate Change,” which will be screened in the Noble Research Center room 106 at 7 p.m. Admission to the film is free and open to everyone.
ECO-ART Festival planned, artists invited to submit entries for contest
ECO-OSU is inviting artists to enter environmentally-themed works in Stillwater’s first ECO-ART Festival which is set for Nov. 30 from 6 – 10 p.m. The student environmental group is working with the City of Stillwater to block off a portion of “The Strip” for the event, which will include an art contest with environmental specific art displays, live music, informational booths, vendors, food and more. Artists can submit works and drawings in any medium and graphic designs, photography work and poems are welcome. The top three winners in both student and adult categories will receive cash prizes. The art displays will be set up in Third Place. If you are interested in submitting art or volunteering, contact blake.parks@okstate.edu or phone (580) 467-4398 and an informational packet and a registration form will be e-mailed to you.
Join the merriment at the 33rd Annual Madrigal Dinner
Tickets are on sale for this year’s Madrigal Dinner production, which will be held in the Student Union Ballroom starting at 6:30 p.m. nightly from Nov. 28-Dec. 2. A partnership between the Student Union and the Department of Music, Madrigal Dinner features witty medieval entertainment, a full meal and delightful music. This year’s Madrigal Dinner, “Something Old, Something New,” will offer a unique, modern twist to its journey back to the Elizabethan era, featuring traditional madrigals written by 20th century composers. Tickets are available for $30 for the general public and $20 for OSU students. For more information, please visit http://madrigal.okstate.edu.
Healthy holiday cooking with the Seretean Wellness Center
Join Professional Chef Lisa Becklund as she provides new recipes and ideas for healthy holiday cooking. Just because it’s healthy doesn’t mean it doesn’t taste good – and most importantly, doesn’t mean it can’t be the hit of the party! Two different classes have been scheduled at the Seretean Wellness Center Demonstration Kitchen. Each class is independent of the other and enrollment in both classes is not required.
Friday, Nov. 9, noon – 1 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 30, noon – 1 p.m.
Cost to attend is $15 per person per class. Registration deadline is one week prior to class. Each session will include a taste test, but not a complete meal. To register, contact Elizabeth Lohrman at (405) 744-6927 or ej.lohrman@okstate.edu.
Wellness tip: Skipping meals
A recent survey indicated that up to 70 percent of Americans skip breakfast. It also found that up to 40 percent skip lunch. Skipping meals can lead to excessive hunger and overeating later in the day or evening. It can also lead to low blood sugar, moodiness and fatigue. Consider keeping healthy snacks around you. Examples include low fat yogurt, string cheese, dried fruit, whole grain cereals and nuts. They can come in very handy if you need to miss a meal. Wellness tips are brought to you by the OSU Seretean Wellness Center, dedicated to making OSU the Healthiest Campus in America. For more information about services for students, faculty and staff, call 744-WELL (9355).