CFAES Faculty and Staff Highlights

Wellbeing Wednesday: Brought to you by the CFAES Buckeye Wellness Innovators

Lunch & Learn: Self-care with a mindful approach
Join Buckeye Wellness under the Office of the Chief Wellness Officer and the EAP on Oct. 27, noon-1 p.m., for an interactive Lunch & Learn about how to add mindfulness to your self-care regimen. During the event, we’ll review the basics of self-care, how practicing mindfulness daily can help you identify your self-care needs and where to focus your energy. Read more.

November is National Diabetes Month
Join Ohio State University Extension’s Diabetes Team for diabetes classes during November.

• November 6th – Holiday Snacking Guide
• November 13th – Be Savvy with Holiday Spirits
• November 20th – Team up with Your A1C - Tailgates

PHA and Biometric Screening Required for Premium Credit

To reduce the cost of health care and earn the 2024 premium credit, benefit-eligible faculty and staff and their medically enrolled spouses will need to complete a verified biometric screening and the Personal Health and Well-being Assessment by December 31, 2023. Enrolled faculty and staff can earn a $25/month premium credit, or up to $40/month with an enrolled spouse. Learn where to find the PHA and the ways to complete a biometric screening.

Below is a list of Biometric Screening events scheduled throughout the College:

• Wooster: October 17th - the OSU Health Plan’s (OSUHP) RN Health Promotion Specialist(s) will be in the  Fisher Auditorium conference Room 111 to complete complimentary biometric screenings.  Visit the registration portal here.  To schedule at this location, users should select 10/17/23 in both date boxes and select Regional Campuses under “Locations”.  Note, two separate appointments are needed: 1 for biometric screening and 1 for flu vaccinations. 
• OSU South Centers: October 20th - the OSU Health Plan’s (OSUHP) RN Health Promotion Specialist(s) will be in  OSU South Centers Large Auditorium to complete complimentary biometric screenings* and flu vaccinations.  Visit the registration portal here.  To schedule at this location, users should select 10/20/23 in both date boxes and select OSU-OSU Extension under “Locations”.  Note, two separate appointments are needed: 1 for biometric screening and 1 for flu vaccinations. 
• Columbus: October 31st - the OSU Health Plan’s (OSUHP) RN Health Promotion Specialist(s) will be in Ag Admin Building room 043 to complete complimentary biometric screenings* and flu vaccinations.  Visit the registration portal here and use Appointment Code CFAES.  Note, two separate appointments are needed: 1 for biometric screening and 1 for flu vaccinations.

Make your 2023 Buckeyes for Charity pledge today

Buckeyes for Charity is your opportunity to donate to community organizations and make a difference. This year’s campaign includes more than 850 nonprofits from across Ohio, giving us a chance to make an impact throughout the state. You can donate to a meaningful cause via credit card, check, cash or payroll deduction and choose to make a one-time or recurring donation. Donate by Nov. 3.

Coming Soon: Microsoft Teams Calling

Microsoft Teams Calling is the university solution to keep us connected regardless of where we work and will be replacing our Skype for Business phone system at The Ohio State University.  

The majority of CFAES is slated to begin moving to Teams Calling on November 8th and 15th, 2023 (county sites will be migrated separately).

Stay tuned for additional communications regarding the migration of your phone number from Skype for Business to Teams Calling. Please view a previously recorded live training, or visit the Administrative Resource Center (ARC) for training related resources (once there, scroll to the "Job Aids" section, then find the “Teams Calling” section).

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Microsoft Teams Calling implementation, please contact IT Service Desk by calling 614-514-4848, emailing itservicedesk@osu.edu or using Self Service.

The Ohio State Leadership Center Upcoming Workshops

October 26 - Leadership Compass Online Workshop 
How well do you know yourself? Self-awareness is essential to being a good leader. When you understand who you are; your talents, beliefs, and skills, you are better prepared to not only lead yourself, but others too.  Learn more about your preferred leadership style by joining the OSU Leadership Center for this October 26th online workshop.  Beth Flynn is facilitating this workshop. Click here for more information. 

November 2 - Leading from Wherever You Are Online Workshop 
You may be seen as a leader in your team, even if you don’t have leader in your job title. In addition to influence, leaders need to build positive relationships with others at all levels of the organization. Leading your boss is being aware of what is important to her/him and helping to achieve the goals of your team. It’s easy when you have a strong relationship with your boss and much harder when you don’t. You gain the respect of those you supervise when you coach and guide them to being their best. Helping to build your peers and building a relationship of trust is a way to lead sideways. Join us on November 2nd for this online workshop, to learn more, click here. 

November 8 - The Introverted Leader 
This workshop will focus on introverted leaders and will provide participants with a greater understanding of how one can play off of their introvert demeanor to their benefit. Participants will also complete the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MTBI) assessment to identify their preferred interaction style with the world. Join us on November 8th for this workshop, led by Keith Smith, PhD, click here for more information. 

November 15 - Communicating to be Understood Online Workshop
How we communicate with each other, whether it is a co-worker or spouse, can make or break a relationship. In this workshop we will explore how people communicate differently, and how you can use your strengths to build relationships with your team and increase people's feeling of being heard. Learn more about communication at the November 15th workshop hosted by the OSU Leadership Center. Emily Buck is facilitating this online workshop. Click here for more information. 

November 30 - Mission Possible: Positive Leadership Online Workshop 
Are you a positive leader? Organizations that have a positive culture are more productive, have happier employees and most importantly, happy and satisfied customers. No matter what the current situation is, or who is causing the negativity in your organization/team, it is vital that you create positive strategies that keep the team/organization strong. Join Beth Flynn, of the OSU Leadership Center for this November 30th online workshop. For more information, or to register click here.

Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion Workshops

Upcoming CFAES DEI Workshops (click to learn more and register):
October 26th : More Than Two Sexes? An Exploration of Intersex Identities
October 31st: Responding to Micro Aggressions: Bystander Intervention Strategies that Work for Everyone

Upcoming CFAES DEI Speaker Series (click to learn more and register):
November 16th:  The Quest for Environmental and Climate Justice: Why Race and Place Still Matter

Pumpkins & Pillbugs Halloween Bug Zoo Bash

FREE Family Fun, Open to All! Friday, October 27, 6-8pm*
United Titanium Bug Zoo, located on the CFAES Wooster Campus

*Ohio State Preview Hour: 5-6pm | Register w/ OSU email: http://go.osu.edu/PumpkinsPillbugs for FREE Early Entry, Refreshments, Pumpkins & Entomology Honey Sample!

FREE Trick-or-Treat with Webbed Wonders, Pumpkin Pals, & Spooky Scales! Featuring United Titanium Bug Zoo, Special Reptile Guests, Halloween Crafts, and Pumpkin Painting!

Hosted by The Ohio State University CFAES Graduate Student Advisory Council, CFAES Wooster Staff Council, the CFAES Department of Entomology's Graduate Student Association and the United Titanium Bug Zoo.

STEP Expo Reviewer Sign Up

The Second-year Transformational Experience Program (STEP) is hosting its bi-annual Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston STEP Expo on Thursday, Nov. 16, in the Ohio Union’s Archie Griffin Ballroom. Students will be displaying posters highlighting their STEP Signature Projects and the academic, professional and personal transformations they’ve experienced as a result of their engagement. Over 1,000 students will be presenting in one of six hour-long sessions beginning at 10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.  

STEP invites you to serve as a reviewer at one or more of these sessions. Reviewers engage with a handful of student presenters in reflective conversations about their projects without a formal evaluative component. If you’re interested in volunteering, please submit your availability at go.osu.edu/exporeviewer by Oct. 31. Contact step@osu.edu with any questions. 

Blood Battle 2023

Thursday, November 2 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ag. Admin. Auditorium | 2120 Fyffe Road, Columbus
Help us beat Michigan and defend our Blood Battle title. Donate and receive an exclusive t-shirt and $5 in Rooster bucks, while supplies last. APPOINTMENTS PREFERRED* Walk-ins Welcome: Call 1-(800) 485-6594 or visit https://donate.ohio.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/219744 to schedule your appointment!

The Department Showdown: Give blood for your college for a chance to win a scholarship!
Here’s how it works:  When you schedule your appointment online to donate blood, enter the name of your OSU college (e.g. College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences) in the appointment notes. The college with the most entries will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship to be distributed to a participating student.

Helpful tip: Make sure to eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before donating.

Sweepstakes: All donors are entered in to win the chance to win ONE YEAR free parking from campus parc and a pack of 4 tickets to the Ohio State Michigan game!

Register for the Engaged Scholarship Symposium

Join the Office of Outreach and Engagement for the Engaged Scholarship Symposium on Nov. 1. This symposium will highlight faculty who are co-creating scholarship with our community. Through panel discussions, flash talks and poster presentations, participants will learn more about the innovative and impactful work of engaged scholars at Ohio State.

CFAES Wooster Business Training & Educational Services

The Supervisor’s Toolbox Certificate Program 
The Autumn 2023 offering is set for Tuesdays, October 31 – December 19, 1-5:00 p.m., in the Shisler Conference Center. Program details and registration information are here: https://ati.osu.edu/supertoolbox

MS Office Live, Online Workshops
The Autumn 2023 computer workshops include Basic Excel, Intermediate Excel, Advance Excel, Excel Functions & Formulas, and Excel Pivot Table. They are scheduled to run 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. between October 25 and November 30. More information and registration link are here: https://ati.osu.edu/onlinecomputer.

AEDE Agricultural Outlook and Policy Conference

Monday, November 13, 2023 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Location: Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center (2201 Fred Taylor Dr., Columbus, OH 43210)

The Agricultural Outlook and Policy Conference is the premier annual forum related to Ohio’s agricultural and food industry, covering issues important to producers, agribusinesses, and elected officials.

This in-person event is limited to the first 100 registrants. Check-in and refreshments begin at 7:30am. Lunch is included. There is no charge for this event.

Unveiling Potential: Circular Economy Approaches to Plastic Waste (Nov. 14)

Join the Environmental Professionals Network (EPN) for breakfast and a discussion of, "What on Earth can we do in central Ohio with our plastics?!" Plastic management experts from the City of Columbus, Rumpke Waste & Recycling, Advanced Drainage Systems, SWACO, and The Ohio State University will explore the context, emerging strategies, and market opportunities for the circular economy of central Ohio’s plastic streams. Co-hosted by Ohio State’s Facilities Operations and Development, Sustainability & Strategic Services, and the Sustainability Institute.

ECUADOR Beyond its four natural worlds: Culture, food and agriculture

The 50th talk in the series Cultural Connections—where culture meets agriculture—will be held on Thursday, November 16, 2023 | 12:00-12:50 pm. (Food served from 12:00 | Presentation at 12:15) at the Wooster Science Building | Room 175/175A | 1600 Wilson Rd, CFAES Wooster

Presenters: Fiama Guevara, Jorge Valle, Juan Quijia and Andres Velasco, Graduate Students in Plant Path and HCS Departments

RSVP here for a seat and a free light lunch by Tuesday, Nov. 7th or watch later at https://ipa.osu.edu/wooster-campus.

Program presented by CFAES International Programs. Lunch is provided via the generous support of CFAES Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

CFAES Principles of Community 

We affirm our conviction that racism and inequality have no place in CFAES. Our CFAES Principles of Community serve as a base for managing these actions. We all contribute to our community and our collective experience. You are encouraged to download and post the principles, discuss them during meetings, share them with others, and most importantly, use them as a guide in all that we do to sustain life.

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