In recognition of their outstanding performance and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, Katie Mattise, Assistant Director for the LGBTQ+ Center, has been named the Vice President's Shining Star recipient for academic year 2018-19. Congratulations Katie! Learn more about Katie Mattise ...
The National Science Foundation has awarded a three-year, $914,000 grant to 51³Ô¹ÏÍø to lead a collaborative research project to study how and at what rate the geographically most widespread native conifer in the eastern United States, the Eastern Red Cedar tree species (Juniperus virginiana), spreads across the landscape. Originating in the Eastern U.S., the species has dispersed as far as the 100th meridian and into the Great Plains states, including Nebraska and South Dakota. “The Eastern Red Cedar has negative impacts on species diversity of co-occurring native plants and so...
Every person affected by sexual or relationship violence heals from the pain and trauma of what happened in different ways. The Center for Sexual and Relationship Violence Support Services has worked to increase opportunities for survivors to find peer support, to express themselves through the arts and to gain a greater awareness of self through meditation and relaxation techniques. This fall SRVSS will continue to provide the Sexual Assault Survivors and Healing from Abuse support groups on Tuesday nights. Support groups will begin September 10, 2019. To complement the support gro...
Please join us for the opening reception of "Ohio Quilts." Remarks at 6 pm."Ohio Quilts" assembles quilts which reflect a variety of techniques including appliqué, piecework, crazy quilts, whitework, and embroidery. These different styles represent evolving taste. The quilts also reflect changes in technology, women’s lives, and forms of expression.
Remember cybersecurity should not be limited to just the home or office. It is very important to practice safe online behavior when preparing for your vacation. So, who’s ready for a summer vacation? As everyone knows, no matter where you’re headed, having fun and relaxing is the goal. If you’re going to be traveling abroad, there’ll be plenty to think about in preparation – including what clothes you’re going to take and exciting places you’re going to visit. Individuals face a variety of threats when traveling and best practices should start long before boarding the plane. For instance, d...
Think about liquid crystals and a flat screen television may be the first item that comes to mind. Yet the future of liquid crystal science will see it pairing more strongly with biology than displays, predicts the new head of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute. Torsten Hegmann, Ph.D., was named the new director of the institute, effective July 1, having been selected for his research accomplishments, entrepreneurial spirit and passion for social impact. Hegmann has been an associate director of the institute since 2018 and a faculty member and re...