CFAES Faculty and Staff Highlights

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

Social well-being fosters connection with others and contributes to a sense of belonging, which is important for optimal wellness. Summer allows us the opportunity to spend quality time socializing in the sunshine. The State of Ohio put together a list of 100 Things To Do, making it easy to socialize and get active with your friends or family. Consider signing up for geocaching – the outdoor treasure-hunting game that uses GPS to find hidden containers all over the world. Or you can try orienteering – the sport of navigation using a highly detailed map. Another option is to run or walk a local summer race. Check out these races across the state to find an option nearby.

Join us at the 2023 Dean's Charity Steer Show

Celebrate Ohio agriculture, communities, and children at the 2023 Dean’s Charity Steer Show on Tuesday, August 1 at 2:00 p.m. at the Ohio Expo Center and State Fair. Teams will consist of a Team Captain, Team Champion, experienced 4-H youth, and a steer in the show ring. The event will be hosted by Cathann A. Kress, vice president and dean of The Ohio State University’s College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES). All proceeds will benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio. The Steer Show is coordinated by CFAES, Ohio Cattlemen’s Association, Telhio Credit Union, and the Ohio State Fair. Support the 2023 Dean's Charity Steer Show today!

Microsoft 365 Training

In June OTDI hosted a Microsoft 365 training to help university employees learn more about the MS365 suite of tools. The trainings were recorded to enable those who could not attend to benefit from them.

The first day focused on OneDrive for Business, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and the add-ons to help make the most of those tools. Video of Day 1: https://youtu.be/xm5eSz8SL5U

The second day covers the basics of Microsoft Planner, OneNote, and Forms so you can how to incorporate these tools into your workflows. Video of Day 2: https://youtu.be/UARvTK2w9To

Updated CFAES Ground Transportation Log (aka Mileage Log)

Beginning July 1, 2023, the college is implementing a revised “CFAES Ground Transportation Log” (aka “Mileage Log”).  

Revisions were prompted by updates to University policy and clarification of college protocols related to flexible working arrangements and schedules.  The revised log includes University policy and CFAES initiatives.

The revised “CFAES Ground Transportation Log” is available at https://cfaesfinance.osu.edu/forms-requests/cfaes-ground-transportation-log.  

It’s requested CFAES staff transition to using the updated log as soon as possible.  Full conversion will be required in September 2023.   

Enrollment Window for Tuition Assistance Opens for Autumn Semester

Applications for tuition assistance benefits must be submitted each term, and the enrollment window for autumn semester closes Aug. 25. Eligible faculty and staff can apply in Workday (recommended) or with paper forms for dependent tuition assistance and faculty and staff tuition assistance. To receive dependent tuition assistance, students must have a Social Security number on file with their university student record. To add a Social Security number, use the change of record form on the Registrar’s website.

Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion Updates

Upcoming CFAES DEI Workshops (click the links to learn more and register):
July 28 Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack: How Privilege Manifests in Everyday Life 

Upcoming CFAES DEI Speaker Series (click the link to learn more and register):
July 20 Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size: Moving Away from Harmful Diet Culture Toward Self-Compassion

Recycle Your Unwanted Plant Pots, Trays

Help make a positive impact on the environment and free up space by recycling your unwanted plant pots and trays during the plastic pot recycling event. From July 24 through July 28, drop off your materials at the Laundry Building on Kenny Road. Soil and debris should be removed from pots and trays. Learn more about the event and how Facilities Operations and Development (FOD) and the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) are teaming up to bring this opportunity to Ohio State.

Chadwick Employee Appreciation Week Tours

August 1-4, 2023, Various times
2120 Fyffe Rd, Columbus, Ohio 43210

Stop and smell the flowers during Employee Appreciation Week and let us lead you through a guided tour of our Lane Ave Gardens. This tour will highlight our beautiful Labyrinth, Hosta Collection, and Conifer Collection while showing you a hidden gem on campus that you can continue to explore as an employee at The Ohio State University. Friends, family, and coworkers are all invited, with a maximum of 25 people per tour. 

Manure Science Review

Manure Science Review will be held Thursday, August 3 from 8:50 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Innovative Ag near Bryan, Ohio. Educational sessions and field demonstrations provide information on manure management, including logistics of handling and using poultry litter, composting mass mortality, liquid and solid manure equipment, and much more. Registration is $25 by July 25 ($30 after July 25) and includes lunch. For details, go to ocamm.osu.edu or contact Mary Wicks (wicks.14@osu.edu; 330.202.3533).

2023 CFAES Teaching & Learning Symposium - Aug. 15, 2023

Before the involvement with summer activities takes over your schedule, please remember to register for the 2023 CFAES Teaching & Learning Symposium: Re-imaging our Culture of Learning: Keeping the Best, Leaving the Rest

August 15, 2023 at the Fawcett Event Center - Columbus, OH (Bus transportation to and from the Fawcett Event Center
and the CFAES Wooster campus will be provided.)

Come explore concepts, ideas, and examples of teaching excellence and innovation for the advancement of student engagement and learning,
and the enhancement of effective pedagogy. All members of the CFAES teaching community (faculty, staff, and graduate students)
are encouraged to participate. Registration for members of the CFAES community is at no charge as this is a college-sponsored activity.

The Ohio State Leadership Center Upcoming Workshops

August 9: Change Style Preference: Strengthening Your Capacity to Lead Self & Others online
Change is both inevitable and frightening but can also help increase a team’s efficiency if handled correctly. Are you equipped with the necessary tools to effectively handle change within your team? Register for our August 9th workshop to discover your change style preference and learn how to recognize and understand others’ change preferences to achieve more success in times of flux. For more information, click here.

August 22: Team Dynamics online 
Dynamic teams are vital to the success of the organization, it signifies that the employees are working towards a shared vision. So many teams struggle to overcome challenges that may keep them from achieving these shared goals. Dynamic teams capitalize on the strengths of each member.  Join Beth Flynn of the OSU Leadership Center for this August 22nd online workshop and learn how to create a high performing team. For more information, click here.

August 24: Mission Possible: Positive Leadership
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. Learning how to create a Join Beth Flynn, of the OSU Leadership Center for this September 25th workshop. For more information, click here.

August 31: The Dark Side of Leadership: How to Avoid Being a Toxic Leader online
We have all seen examples of toxic leaders, either in the media or in our personal lives. Together, let’s dig deeper and pinpoint those characteristics to further define toxic leadership. Then, we can ask ourselves how do we avoid becoming one? How may our actions effect the people around us? Join us for the August 31st online workshop to learn how to avoid being a toxic leader. Click here for more info. 

CFAES Alumni Homecoming Weekend Registration is now open!

Friday, October 6
Explore CFAES Open Houses hosted by academic units and help celebrate the achievements of CFAES alums at the CFAES Alumni Awards dinner.

Saturday, October 7
Join CFAES for our annual Homecoming Tailgate on the Plumb Hall lawn prior to the Maryland game, complete with a full buffet and entertainment for just $25. If you plan to enjoy your own tailgate traditions, join us for free to catch up with friends and grab a quick snack.

For details about all CFAES hosted events, visit the CFAES Homecoming Weekend webpage.

Registration is open through September at go.osu.edu/cfaeshomecoming2023 (username and password required) or by calling an engagement specialist at 800-762-5646 or 614-292-2281, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays. Guests who are not Ohio State alumni or those who are having difficulty registering should call the Engagement Center for assistance.

Support Cancer Research at Ohio State

Early detection and advancing treatments continue to increase the number of cancer survivors across the US. Pelotonia – a bike ride to raise money for cancer research at Ohio State – will be celebrated this year by highlighting survivor stories. These stories demonstrate the impact that research and cutting-edge treatments can have on those who are diagnosed with cancer. Watch “Stories from Survivors,” a short video about Pelotonia’s impact.

There are many ways to contribute to the cause, including volunteering, sponsoring a rider, or biking in the event (August 4-6). If you would like to donate, you can choose to contribute to a specific rider or directly to the CFAES Sustains Life Peloton.

• Donate to a rider (search by name – CFAES riders include Martha Belury, Gary Pierzynski, and David Shaw)
• Donate to CFAES Sustains Life

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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