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News and Notes: June 15, 2023

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Leadership Notes

  1. Thoughts from the Director

    I want to pass along some general expectations for balancing life and work in Extension that I shared during the Ohio JCEP (Joint Council of Extension Professionals) meeting earlier this week.

  2. Assistant Director, Agriculture and Natural Resources Finalists Announced

    Three candidates have accepted the invitation to participate as finalists in on-campus interviews for the assistant director, Agriculture and Natural Resources position.

  3. Assistant Director, Community Development Search Status

    The search process for the assistant director, Community Development is complete. Recommendations have been received, and an announcement is expected soon.

  4. Assistant Dean and Associate Chair Search

    The Assistant Dean and Associate Chair, Ohio State University Extension and Department of Extension position is now posted for internal candidates.

College Connections

  1. CFAES Drought Rapid Response Team Activated

    In response to the state’s potential drought conditions this summer and fall, the college has formed a Drought Rapid Response Team to provide Extension professionals and the public with information on the situation as the growing season progresses.

  2. Cooperatives and Sustainable Development in Appalachia – June 29 Conversation

    Join the conversation about opportunities and challenges of sustainable development in Appalachia on June 29 (1-2 p.m.) (free via Zoom). 

  3. Join Appalachia Cooperates Initiative Network Calls

    As part of the Appalachia Cooperates Initiative, the CFAES Center for Cooperatives hosts monthly networking calls where cooperative, community, and business developers in Central Appalachia can share cooperative projects, discuss best practices, and learn about cooperative development resources

Programming Perspectives

  1. Water Quality Team Field Day to be Held on July 20

    The OSU Extension Water Quality Team is hosting a field day on July 20 (9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.), focused on topics related to in-field and edge-of-field conservation practices.

  2. EPN Breakfast with the Birds at the Grange Insurance Audubon Center — July 11

    The Environmental Professionals Network (EPN) Breakfast and Summer Field Trip on July 11 (7:45 to 10:45 a.m.) will feature hands-on learning activities, networking, food, and birding at the Grange Insurance Audubon Center.

  3. Call Before You Cut Program Can Assist Landowners on Timbering Decisions

    The Call Before You Cut program is a collaborative effort between OSU Extension and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources – Division of Forestry.

  4. Manure Science Review Will Be Held on Aug. 3

    Join OSU Extension on Aug. 3 (8:50 a.m. - 4 p.m.) in Bryan, Ohio for the Manure Science Review.

  5. 2023 Income Tax School Schedule Now Available

    The 2023 Income Tax School schedule has been set. In addition to the traditional two-day income tax schools, four-part webinar series, and ag tax issues webinar, there will be a summer update and a new Introduction to Tax for the Beginning Tax Professional Workshop.

  6. 2023 Good Agricultural Practices Training Policy Update

    Since beginning its work in 2021, CFAES’s Fresh Produce Working Group has outlined several safety recommendations for how to enhance the safety of food products as they enter the supply chain. 

Tech Updates

  1. Wi-Fi Improvement at Ohio State: Phase Two of eduroam Project

    The university is moving to eduroam and device-based authentication for Wi-Fi, with osuwireless set to retire in summer 2024. In Phase two of this project, those whose devices are managed by the Office of Technology and Digital Innovation (OTDI) have received or will receive email communication

Celebrating Colleagues

  1. Engaged Scholar: Tim McDermott Recognized by Outreach and Engagement

    The Ohio State Office of Outreach and Engagement recently recognized Tim McDermott, educator, agriculture and natural resources, with OSU Extension in Franklin County, as an Engaged Scholar.

  2. Ohio JCEP Awards Announced

    On behalf of the Ohio JCEP Scholarships, Grants, and Awards Committee we congratulate all the recipients of the Professional Development Scholarship Awards so far this year:

Professional Development Opportunities

  1. The Science of a Successful Presentation – Webinar to be Held on June 28

    Epsilon Sigma Phi (ESP) is hosting a webinar on June 28 (1-2 p.m.), focusing on best practices for online teaching with multimedia and other tools.

  2. Registration is Open for National ESP Conference

    Join Extension professionals from across the United States for ESP’s annual conference Sept. 25-28 in Billings, MT.

  3. Weekly Office Hours via Office of Sponsored Programs and CFAES Office for Research and Graduate Education – June 2023 Sessions

    The Office of Sponsored Programs and the CFAES Office for Research and Graduate Education is offering scheduled office hours for Extension professionals.

  4. Advancement in Extension Open Office Hours – July 12

    Being able to tell your story is a key factor for advancement in Extension. On July 12 (3 to 4 p.m.), Greg Davis will host open office hours for anyone interested in learning more about how to effectively write the documents that will greatly assist in promotion and tenure.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  1. Juneteenth Holiday Observed on Monday, June 19

    The university will be closed on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.

  2. Upcoming CFAES DEI Workshops

    Here are the links to upcoming workshops.

  3. June is LGBTQ Pride Month

    Ohio State joins the LGBTQ community in celebrating all month with special events.

Health and Wellness

  1. June Buckeye Wellness Tip: Men’s Health Month

    Throughout June, Men’s Health Month encourages boys and men to take charge of their health by engaging in healthy