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News and Notes: October 27, 2023

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OUR VISION: Ohioans have the knowledge and resources they need to actively engage in creating conditions in which they thrive. 

OUR MISSION: We create opportunities for people to explore how science-based knowledge can improve social, economic, and environmental conditions. 

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Leadership Notes

  1. Note from David Civittolo

    In the words of JFK, “If not us, who? If not now, when?”

  2. Eric Barrett Named Interim Assistant Dean and Associate Chair

    Effective Nov. 1, Eric Barrett will join the Extension leadership team as the interim dean of OSU Extension and interim associate chair for the Department of Extension.

  3. State 4-H Leaders Reconnect at Annual Ohio 4-H Foundation's Fall Board Luncheon

  4. Helt's National 4-H Hall of Fame Induction Recognized

College Connections

  1. East Palestine Plant Sample Podcast Now Available

    CFAES, the School of Environment and Natural Resources, OSU Extension, and the Ohio Department of Agriculture continue to provide expertise and understanding to different aspects of the East Palestine train derailment that occurred earlier this year.

  2. Annual Stinner Summit – Nov. 13

    The annual Stinner Summit will be held Nov. 13 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) at the Cuyahoga Valley National Park’s Happy Days Lodge.

  3. Fire Safety Alert: Resources Available

    Ohio’s current weather pattern creates prime fire conditions in crop fields during the busy harvest season.

  4. Ohio State Organic Grains Conference – Jan. 4 and 5

    The second annual Ohio State Organic Grains Conference will be held Jan. 4 and 5, 2024 at the Maumee Bay Lodge and Conference Center.

Campus Connections/Partnerships

  1. Office of University Compliance and Integrity Monthly Trainings

    The Office of University Compliance and Integrity offers a monthly training on the Outside Activities and Conflicts Policy, which incorporates the Ohio Ethics Law and federal research regulations regarding conflicts of interest.

Community Connections

  1. Nationwide AgTech Innovation Hub RFP Information Session – Nov. 6

    The AgTech Innovation Hub is a partnership between Nationwide, Ohio Farm Bureau, and CFAES aimed at understanding, mitigating, and managing climate risk for the agricultural community.

Programming Perspectives

  1. Energy Outreach Program Meeting – Oct. 31

    The OSU Extension Energy Outreach Program will meet on Oct. 31 (9:30-11:30 a.m.) via Zoom.

  2. Climate Smart: Farming with Weather Extremes – Nov. 30

    OSU Extension is partnering with Ohio’s Weather Extremes Committee and the State Climate Office of Ohio to present Climate Smart: Farming with Weather Extremes on Nov. 30.

  3. Ohio Maple Days Registration Open

    Registration is now open for Ohio Maple Days that will be held Dec. 8 and 9 at Ashland University’s Convocation Center.

  4. Urban Food Systems Symposium Call for Abstracts – Deadline Dec. 1

    Now is the time to submit abstracts to be considered for the Urban Food Systems Symposium, which will be held June 11-13, 2024 in Columbus.

Award Opportunities/Reminders

  1. CES Accepting Nominations for 2023 Awards and Recognition – Due Nov. 1

    Chi Epsilon Sigma (CES) is accepting nominations through Nov. 1 for its annual awards program including the Dorothy Rex Inspirational Award, the Extension Support Staff Excellence Award, and the Distinguished Service Awards (new this year).

Operations/Business of Extension

  1. Home Football Game Safety and Event Reminder

    During home football games this fall, practice safety measures to prevent unauthorized access to CFAES buildings and provide a safe environment for those who must be on campus during game times.

Celebrating Colleagues

  1. Wilkins Recognized as One of Ohio’s Top 50 Women Leaders of 2023

    Jackie Kirby Wilkins, former director of OSU Extension and associate dean in CFAES, was recently recognized as one of Ohio’s Top Women Leaders of 2023 by Women We Admire.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  1. CFAES Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Updates

    CFAES is committed to ensuring that all its research and related educational programming are available to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis.

Health and Wellness

  1. Diabetes Awareness Month

    November is Diabetes Awareness Month.  Please help the Extension Diabetes Education Team publicize its webinar series to your local audiences.

  2. 2024 Open Enrollment Window Opens Nov. 1

    Open Enrollment is the annual opportunity for you to evaluate your benefit options and make elections.

  3. Biometric Health Screening

    If you participate in the university’s healthcare plan, you can earn $300 in premium credits during 2024 when you complete the Personal Health and Well-being Assessment (PHA) and a verified biometric screening by Dec. 31.