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Current Top Stories from JagNews
1. Now Hiring ID Checkers For This Fall
3. IU Simon Cancer Center Announces Open Houses
4. Research Study for Adults with ADHD and Their Families
5. Autism Spectrum Disorder Research Study
6. Research Study for ADHD and Dyslexia
8. Fragile X Syndrome Research Study
11. IUPUI's Got Talent Auditions
1. Now Hiring ID Checkers For This Fall
Looking for a part time job on campus this fall? The Department of Intramural and Recreational Sports has two openings for weekend ID checkers. Hours are 12:45 p.m. - 5p.m. every other weekend. Stop by our office, PE 043, to pick up your application today or call 274-2824 for more information. Don't miss this great opportunity to join our rec team.
Link: http://www.iupui.edu/~iupuirec/
2. Save at Ray's Campus Salon
Master stylists Roxy and Alissa of Ray’s Campus Salon, located in University Place Hotel, is offering 30% Off color and cut the entire of month of July to any new client who pays with their Jagtag.
An appointment is necessary. Call 274-8518. Spaces are limited so call today
To make a deposit onto your Jagtag or sign up for payroll deduct call 274—5177 or visit www.jagtag.iupui.edu.
Link: http://www.jagtag.iupui.edu
3. IU Simon Cancer Center Announces Open Houses
Indiana’s premier cancer center, the Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, will soon open its new patient building, bringing care together under one roof in a family-focused environment. The $150 million patient care building of the IU Simon Cancer Center, a partnership between the Indiana University School of Medicine and Clarian Health and the state’s only National Cancer Institute, designated cancer center that provides patient care, will open in late August. The public is invited to open houses of the 405,000 square-foot building, located at 1030 W. Michigan St. on the IUPUI campus, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, July 25th and Saturday, July 26th.
Link: http://www.cancer.iu.edu/news/construct2.php
4. Research Study for Adults with ADHD and Their Families
Investigators at IU School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry are conducting a research study to test an investigational medication for adults with ADHD and to learn about the impact of adult ADHD on families. Must be living with a person of the opposite sex for at least 3 months and have a child 6-17 years of age living in the home. There are up to 13 visits with participation lasting up to 8 months. Participants will receive study procedures and medication or placebo at no charge. Participants are also compensated $20/visit. To learn more information about this study and its requirements, call Riley Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Clinic at 317-278-7333 or email kidpsych@iupui.edu.
Link: http://www.clinicalresearch.medicine.iu.edu/body.cfm?xyzpdqabc=0&id=1794&action=detail&ref=36
5. Autism Spectrum Disorder Research Study
The Christian Sarkine Autism Treatment Center at Riley Hospital for Children is conducting a Research Study for 4 – 12 year old children who have an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Autism Spectrum Disorders include Autism, Asperger’s Disorder, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS). If your 4 – 12 year old has an ASD, he or she may qualify for a research study involving study medication and clinic visits with a child psychiatrist and qualified research staff at no charge. The purpose of this study is to find out if the study medication will help to improve some of the behaviors associated with autism spectrum disorders. Participation requirements and risks involved in this study will be disclosed prior to study enrollment. If you are interested in participating or would like more information, please contact us at 317-274-1218 or kidpsych@iupui.edu.
Link: http://clinicalresearch.medicine.iu.edu
6. Research Study for ADHD and Dyslexia
Investigators at IU School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry are conducting a research study to test an investigational medication for children and adolescents (age 10-16) with ADHD and/or Dyslexia. Most eligible participants will have both conditions, but a smaller number of participants are needed with just one of the two conditions. Evaluations will be conducted during the screening process. There are up to 11 visits with participation lasting up to 10 months. Participants will receive study procedures and medication or placebo at no charge. Compensation is $25 per visit to offset travel expenses. To learn more information about this study and its requirements, call Riley Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Clinic at 317-278-3472 or email kidpsych@iupui.edu.
Link: http://medicine.iu.edu/body.cfm?xyzpdqabc=0&id=1794&action=detail&ref=145
7. Osteoarthritis Study
Indiana University is looking for men and women 50 and older diagnosed with osteoarthritis of the knee for a drug study, compensation is available. Please call 317-278-7097. Risks will be disclosed prior to enrollment in the study. Ask for drug study information, leave a message or send an email to uwagner@iupui.edu. All information held in strict confidence.
Link: http://www.clinicalresearch.medicine.iu.edu/body.cfm?id=5603
8. Fragile X Syndrome Research Study
The Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fragile X Syndrome (FXS) Clinic at Riley Hospital for Children is conducting a Study for individuals age 7 and older with FXS. This study involves psychological testing and structured surveys designed to describe behaviors and mental illnesses common to FXS. Participation requirements and risks in this study will be disclosed prior to enrollment. If you are interested in participating or would like more information please call Marianna at 317-278-6253.
Link: http://clinicalresearch.medicine.iu.edu
9. Autism Study at Riley
The Christian Sarkine Autism Treatment Center at Riley Hospital for Children is conducting a Research Study for children and adolescents aged 12-21 years old who have Autism. If your 12-21 year old has Autism, he or she may qualify for a research study involving study medication and clinic visits with a child psychiatrist and qualified research staff at no charge. The purpose of this study is to find out if the medication paliperidone ER, is helpful for the treatment of irritability, aggression and/or self injurious behavior improves in adolescents and young adults with autism. Participation requirements and risks involved in this study will be disclosed prior to study enrollment. If you are interested in participating or would like more information, please call 317-278-6253.
Link: http://clinicalresearch.medicine.iu.edu
10. Indianapolis Dolphins
The Indianapolis Dolphins are looking for new members to join their all ready outstanding swim team. They are looking for all levels of skilled swimmers and would love to have you on their team. There will be registration/call outs: Monday and Tuesday, September 8th and 9th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the IU Natatorium on the campus of IUPUI. The first day of practice is Wednesday, September 10th. Question can be answered by going to www.dolphins.iupui.edu or contacting Ed Merkling at 317-274-6783 or you can email him at emerklin@iupui.edu. We look forward to seeing you there.
Link: http://www.dolphins.iupui.edu
11. IUPUI's Got Talent Auditions
Do you have a talent you would like to proudly rip out on IUPUI? Engineering and Technology Student Council is proud to present IUPUI's Got Talent. The show is being held Friday, September 26th. All acts are encouraged to audition. Faculty and staff are welcome to audition. Please contact Jeannie Sego at jsego@iupui.edu to set up audition time. There is a $5 entry fee and all proceeds benefit IUPUI's relief work.
12. Volunteer Fraternity
Alpha Phi Omega is a national co-ed service fraternity on campus devoted to leadership, service and friendship. We offer a wide variety of volunteer opportunities and have a good time doing it. Meetings start during the Fall Semester in CE 264 Monday nights at 8:45. Feel free to join us and learn more. Looks great on resumes. Builds a history of volunteering for graduate programs.
Link: http://apoto.org
