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Current Top Stories from JagNews
1. Help Adopt a Family for the Holidays
2. Express Shuttle Pick-Ups on the 10s
3. IU School of Medicine Alcohol Study
4. Healthy Male Research Volunteers Wanted
6. 7th Annual Autism Conference
7. Department of Music and Arts Technology
8. Be a Part of Asian American Heritage Month
9. IUPUI Innovation Workshop: Discovery to Enterprise
10. Hoodie Event at Barnes and Noble
11. Holiday Flavors Now Available at Barnes and Noble
12. JagTag Discount
13. IUPUI Health Services Holiday Hours
14. IUPUI Goes to Holidays at the Zoo
15. Bipolar Study
19. Gluten-Free for the Holidays
20. Fitness 4 Tennis
21. Apply to be a Leadership Consultant
22. IUPUI Surplus Public Auction
23. Intramural Basketball Entry Forms Now Available
24. Jagtag Deals: ZING Restaurant Discount
29. Democracy Plaza Accepting Applications
1. Help Adopt a Family for the Holidays
Time is running out to help a family share the joys of the holiday season. This holiday season is sure to be tough in these economic times for many in our community. You can help make an impact in Indianapolis by being a part of the IUPUI Season of Giving Adopt a Family Program. Gather your friends or co-workers and adopt a family this holiday season. All information can be found at the link below. YOU can make a difference in their lives. Submissions must be in by November 24th.
Link: http://www.iupui.edu/outreach/community/programs/holiday/
2. Express Shuttle Pick-Ups on the 10s
When was the last time you received a guarantee you could believe in? Park for free in the IUPUI Indiana Avenue lot. You'll find a safe, secure parking spot when you arrive and a reliable ride. It's our guarantee that a Jags Express shuttle will pick you up every 10 minutes, on the 10s.
Get your Indiana Ave. permit today and park for free until November 20th. To learn more about your parking options, visit Parking Services or check out the Web at http://www.parking.iupui.edu/ParkingHelp.
Link: http://www.parking.iupui.edu
3. IU School of Medicine Alcohol Study
Researchers at Indiana University want to know how your brain reacts to reaction time tasks while under the influence of alcohol. If you qualify, we will ask you to stay at the Indiana Clinical Research Center for 1 1/2 days (including one overnight) to: 1) perform reaction time tests under the influence of intravenously administered alcohol, and 2) have an MRI of your brain the next day while doing the same tasks. For completing these procedures you will be compensated $300. You must be 21-35 to participate. We will also ask you about your: drinking history, family history of trouble with alcohol, drug use, and general health. To see if you qualify, and for more detail, please call 317-278-6771 for a phone interview.
4. Healthy Male Research Volunteers Wanted
IU School of Medicine is looking for healthy men to participate in a research study regarding Osteoporosis. A one-time visit lasting 4 hours will include: free non-invasive bone density measurement, free blood sugar screening, free blood pressure check.
Volunteers must be healthy males ages 20–50. You will receive $70.00 as compensation when all study procedures have been completed. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Paul at 317-274-0950 or pasparks@iupui.edu.
5. Autism Research Study
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, palidperidone 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://psychiatry.medicine.iu.edu/body.cfm?id=19&oTopID=9
6. 7th Annual Autism Conference
“Transition in the Early Years: Early Screening, Identification, and Intervention in Autism Spectrum Disorders” is the 7th annual conference on autism provided by The Christian Sarkine Autism Treatment Center, held on December 4, 2009, at the Ritz Charles in Carmel, Indiana. This conference will provide a forum for information exchange among clinical/medical, educational, and community providers and consumers. Empirically based information regarding the state of the field and best practice applications relevant to the audience and pertinent to the area of early screening and intervention in autism spectrum disorders will be discussed. All are invited to attend. Full conference information, including an agenda, CME/CE/CRU accreditation, fees, location, and registration can be found on the IUSM Department of Psychiatry website at http://psychiatry.medicine.iu.edu.
Link: http://psychiatry.medicine.iu.edu
7. Department of Music and Arts Technology
The students in the Masters of the Music Technology program will be performing their pieces on Monday, November 30th at 7:30 p.m. in IT 152. This is a free event.
Also, join us for an evening of great music with the IUPUI Percussion Ensemble on Thursday, December 3, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. in the Informatics Building (535 W. Michigan St. Room IT 152). Tickets will be $5.00 at the door. For more information call 317-278-3264.
8. Be a Part of Asian American Heritage Month
April is Asian American Heritage Month. Be a part of the planning committee on Thursday, December 3, 2009. If you have events you would like to submit for the printed or online calendar, please log on to http://life.iupui.edu/ccl/campus-programming/forms/culture_events.html. The submission date for the printed calendar is February 18, 2009. To confirm your attendance at the committee meeting, please email cclife@iupui.edu. This message is brought to you by Campus and Community Life.
Link: http://life.iupui.edu/ccl/campus-programming/culture.html
9. IUPUI Innovation Workshop: Discovery to Enterprise
This workshop is designed as a kick-off to a campus-wide initiative supportive of researchers interested in turning research and discovery into commercially viable technologies and products. It takes place on December 17, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Campus Center Multi-Purpose Room. The workshop will start with an informational session on programs and services available, including a new set of resources and services available soon at IUPUI. This will be followed by sessions that explore faculty interests and respond to questions, suggestions, and feedback.
The IUPUI Innovation Workshop is co-sponsored by the IUPUI Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR), the IUPUI Solution Center, and the IU Research and Technology Corporation. Registration information will be available soon through the events sections of the OVCR web page (http://research.iupui.edu/events/) and the Solution Center web page (http://www.iupui.edu/~solctr/solution-center-events/)
For more information, please contact: Teresa A. Bennett, Director, IUPUI Solution Center, at 317 278-9170 or solution@iupui.edu.
Link: http://research.iupui.edu/events
10. Hoodie Event at Barnes and Noble
Right now through November 28th all hoodies are 25% off at Barnes and Noble @ IUPUI. Offer valid on full zips and pullovers. Excludes Polo Ralph Lauren. See an associate for details or visit http://www.iupui.bncollege.com.
Link: http://www.iupui.bncollege.com
11. Holiday Flavors Now Available at Barnes and Noble
The Holiday Flavors are finally here. The Barnes and Noble @ IUPUI Café proudly serving Starbucks presents “Pumpkin Spice Latte”, “Eggnog Latte”, “Peppermint Mocha”, “Peppermint White Mocha”, and “Caramel Brulee”. Get yours while they last. Reminder: Don't forget to order your cheesecake now. Allow up to one week for delivery. See an associate at Barnes and Noble @ IUPUI for more details.
Link: http://www.iupui.bncollege.com
12. JagTag Discount
Join IUPUI at the 2009 Indianapolis International Festival.
For the third year, IUPUI is a community partner to the annual International Festival sponsored by the Nationalities Council of Indiana at the State Fairgrounds.
The Festival attracts thousands of people every year, and has dozens and dozens of booths representing the major immigrant groups in Indianapolis, as well as various international organizations. There will be music, dancing, food, a naturalization ceremony, and much more.
Explore Africa in a Big Way. The Nationalities Council will partner with the Geography Educators' Network of Indiana at IUPUI to present the National Geograhic Society's Giant Traveling Map of Africa. Measuring 26'x35' and weighing 102 lbs., this giant map of Africa is the world's largest map of the continent. Students across the globe are using this map as a great tool to explore the continent in a variety of unique ways. The giant map is designed as a geo-game board to introduce students to the power of map and the diverse georgraphy of Africa.
Where: Indiana State Fairgrounds - West Pavilion
When: General Public Hours
November 20th 2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
November 21st 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
November 22nd 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Tickets (at the door): Adult are $9.00, Children are $6.00, and the JagTag Discount is $6.00.
Look for IUPUI between the Italian street painting and the giant walk-upon map of Africa.
Link: http://international.iupui.edu/events/indy-festival/
13. IUPUI Health Services Holiday Hours
IUPUI Health Services will close at 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 25th, all day Thursday ( Thanksgiving Day), November 26th, and Friday November 27th.
If you have a new injury and require immediate attention when IUPUI Health Services is closed, please report to the IU Hospital ER. You must report to IUPUI Health Services the next business day. If you have a Blood/Body Fluid exposure incident, please page the OUCH pager at 317-312-6824 or 317-312-OUCH.
14. IUPUI Goes to Holidays at the Zoo
Enjoy "Holidays at the Zoo" with SAPB @ IUPUI. Get your discount tickets starting Thursday, November 19th in the Campus and Community Life Office (C.E. 370). Details can be found on the website, http://iupui.edu/~sapb.
Link: http://iupui.edu/~sapb
15. Bipolar Study
The Indiana University Medical Center Mood Disorders Clinic is searching for people between the ages of 18-60 with bipolar disorder or mood swings to participate in a clinical trial. Qualified participants will receive medical and psychiatric exams at no cost. The study consists of questionnaires and a brain scan (MRI). At that time participants have the option to continue on for further treatments with medication. Risks associated with the study will be disclosed prior to study initiation.
For more information, call 317-278-3311. Please leave your name and a phone number at which you can easily be reached.
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0l4lBdEhlcM
16. Social Drinkers Needed
The IU Alcohol Research Center seeks European American social drinkers, age 21 – 27. Earn up to $350 for three sessions in our lab that include exposure to alcohol. After an interview, each qualified participant will visit our lab 2 times to measure how alcohol affects brain function. The study takes place at the University Hospital, Indianapolis. Payment for taking part in the study is the only benefit to participants. For more information, please call us at 317-278-6551.
Link: http://www.iupui.edu/~gpra/
17. Research Study for ADHD
Investigators at IU School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry are conducting a research study to test an investigational medication for children and adolescents, age 12-17, with ADHD. There are up to 10 visits, with participation lasting up to 14 weeks. An optional long-term study will be offered to participants who complete the 14 week study. Participants will receive study procedures, including evaluation for ADHD as well as medication or placebo, at no charge. Compensation is $30 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://www.indianactsi.org/clinicaltrial/?task=displayOne&id=1753
18. Gift Cards for Purchase
On November 20th, students, faculty and staff can give the gift of taste this holiday season. Gift Cards are available to purchase in any denomination for either Chancellor's Restaurant, Our Den Sports Bar or Artisans Boutique and Coffee, all located within the University Place Conference Center and Hotel. Call us today at 317-231-5221 or visit our website at http://www.universityplace.iupui.edu.
Link: http://www.universityplace.iupui.edu
19. Gluten-Free for the Holidays
Join us on Wednesday, November 18th from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. for this month's Learn at Lunch:Gluten-Free for the Holidays.
Celiac disease, a multi-symptom genetic condition activated by eating gluten, affects 1 in 133 people. The holidays can be challenging for individuals with celiac disease or a gluten intolerance. Come learn about the basics of celiac disease, the risks of cross-contamination and resources for those affected by celiac disease. You’ll also learn creative recipes to ensure a fun, safe and healthy holiday season for you or your friends or family members.
Free and open to the public, so bring a friend. For more information or to sign up, call Sarah Harriman at 317-274-3432 ext. 219.
Takes place at the National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) located at 250 University Blvd. Buzz in to park in the lot to the east of our building.
Link: http://www.nifs.org/content/specialty-classes-nifs
20. Fitness 4 Tennis
Don't lose your advantage. Improve your strength, flexibility and conditioning before the new year with Chad Odaffer, Athletic Performance Coordinator at the National Institute for Fitness and Sport. Classes run Monday, November 23rd - Monday, December 14th from 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. (4 Mondays).
Cost: $45. Register at the Indianapolis Tennis Center's front desk or call 317-278-2100.
Link: http://www.indytennis.iupui.edu/
21. Apply to be a Leadership Consultant
Interested in a leadership experience that will would be a great addition to your resume? Leadership Consultants are a group of students facilitating programs to engage, educate, and support others in leadership development on the IUPUI campus. Leadership Consultants are currently working as co-facilitators in the SOLD (Student Organizations Leadership Development) program, teaming with staff from Campus and Community Life to develop and present workshops focused on important leadership skills that can be applied to work within student organizations and beyond. In the future, we hope to expand the Leadership Consultant program to offer specialized programs to meet specific organization requests.
Expectations for Leadership Consultants are: To represent the group and Campus and Community Life in a professional and respectful manner •To exemplify a supportive and inclusive atmosphere in which diversity is embraced. To be accountable as a group member, through active participation and a demonstrated commitment to the group. To be supportive of others and provide open and honest feedback. To be receptive of the feedback others provide to you. To be enthusiastic about the work you do as a Leadership Consultant.
Link: http://life.iupui.edu/ccl/leadership/seminars/sold.html
22. IUPUI Surplus Public Auction
Public Auction will be held at 1830 W. 16th St on Saturday, November 21st. The doors open at 8:00 a.m. and bidding starts at 9:00 a.m. Several items auctioned including: office furniture, chairs, medical equipment, electronics, pc's, monitors and more.
23. Intramural Basketball Entry Forms Now Available
Spring 2010 basketball has two leagues, recreational (women's, men's and co-ed) and intramural (men's only). The team entry fee is $65 for student teams and $70 for faculty/staff teams. The deadline for submitting a team is Tuesday, January 19th by 5:00 p.m. in PE043. All entries are considered on a first-come, first served basis. Entry forms must be submitted with payment in PE043. League's are open to current students, faculty and staff who have paid the semester recreation fee and have a valid JagTag. Entry forms and more information can be found on our website http://www.iupui.edu/~iupuirec or in PE043. There will be a mandatory captain's meeting on Thursday, January 21st at 5:00 p.m. in PE043. Play begins the week of January 24th.
Link: http://www.iupui.edu/~iupuirec
24. Jagtag Deals: ZING Restaurant Discount
ZING in the holidays at ZING Restaurant located within walking distance from campus at 543 Indiana Ave. Visit ZING Nov. 16th - 22nd and receive 10% OFF your total purchase when you pay with your Jagtag. ZING offers a unique atmosphere with lunch and dinner entrees starting at $7 and a wide selection of small plate options as well. Get the holiday season started right at ZING Restaurant and don't forget you save 10% Nov. 16th - 22nd when you pay with your Jagtag.
Link: http://www.jagtag.iupui.edu
25. IUPUI Guitar Ensemble
The IUPUI Guitar Ensemble will be performing on Monday, November 23rd at 7:30 p.m. in IT 152. Tickets will be $5.00 at the door. For more information call Michele at 317-278-3264.
26. STEPS Schedule is Online
The spring STEPS workshop schedule is now online. Choose from over 80 topics — from basic computing to core Adobe and Office applications, from video editing to programming in SQL, Perl, and XML. To continually build upon your skills through a series of related workshops, sign up for a STEPS Certificate Series. If you complete all workshops in a series, you’ll receive a certificate. (Paying participants: You also receive a 10% discount if you register for all workshops in the series at once.) To read workshop and series descriptions and to register, go to: http://ittraining.iu.edu.
For those who prefer to learn on their own, you can download basic workshop materials for Office 2007 and Adobe CS4 applications to use in self-study mode as well. To download these materials, follow the Training link at: http://iuware.iu.edu.
Questions? Contact UITS IT Training.
IUPUI: 317-274-7383 or ittraining@iupui.edu.
STEPS - Simplifying Technology, Enhancing Productivity and Skills.
Link: http://ittraining.iu.edu
27. Study Abroad in France
The Kelley School of Business Indianapolis will be traveling to Strasbourg, France during Summer Session 1, 2010. The program consists of 6 credit hours, including BUS D301 (International Business) and POLS Y350 (Politics of the European Union), both of which may count as electives in your school. Attend an informational session: Wednesday, December 9th, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., BS 3019 and Thursday, December 10th, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., BS 3019. You do not have to be a business students to participate.
Link: http://abroad.iupui.edu/programs/France_Business.pdf
28. Greening IUPUI Grant Fund
IUPUI is providing up to $50,000 annually to fund student, faculty and staff led initiatives which will "green" IUPUI by advancing the Sustainability Principles.
• Grants are for projects or activities that will reduce the environmental impact of IUPUI’s campus.
• Students, faculty, staff may apply. Students must have a faculty or staff member’s support and designated as the project contact person on the application.
• Awards may be used for educational purposes, if it is clear that the education will lead to a reduction in IUPUI's environmental impact.
• Awards will not be made retroactively (i.e. to reimburse)
• Applications received by the deadline date will be given full consideration. Applications received after the deadline date will be reviewed and awarded only if funds are still available for the period in which it is submitted. Applications may be reconsidered for a following period when funds are available if deemed appropriate.
• $50,000 is the total amount available for grants during the 2009-2010 fiscal year.
Applications are due February 28, 2010
Download and complete the grant application at http://www.sustainable.iupui.edu.
Link: http://www.sustainable.iupui.edu
29. Democracy Plaza Accepting Applications
Are you a strong supporter of civic engagement? Have you been to one of DP's past events and really liked what you saw? Have some great ideas for the future of this organization? Democracy Plaza is currently accepting applications for an open position that will begin in January of 2010 and continue through the end of the semester. You may download an application at http://dplaza.usg.iupui.edu or contact us at dplaza@iupui.edu.
Link: http://dplaza.usg.iupui.edu
