Daily Sheet

The Capital University Daily Sheet helps keep the campus community informed of university news, events and announcements.
 
The Daily Sheet is updated regularly throughout the week as submissions come in. Each Friday, students, faculty and staff will get an email with a link to the most recently updated content for the week ahead. Contact the Media Relations and Communications Office at 614-236-6945 or njohnson@capital.edu for more information.

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Capital To Commemorate 20-Year Anniversary of Berlin Wall’s Demise on Monday

Capital University will mark the 20-year anniversary of the Berlin Wall's demise on Monday, Nov. 9, in Blackmore Library, where the one of the largest section of the wall in the United States has been displayed since 1992.

The event will begin at noon and will feature remarks by law professor and historian David Mayer, Ph.D., Alexander Pantsov, professor of history, members of the Fuller Society, and more. Remarks will be followed by a series of readings and recitations of excerpts from historically significant speeches, public documents and other records tied to the events surrounding the wall, its fall, and what is considered to be the tipping point toward German reunification and the end of communist rule in Eastern Europe.

Possible readings include John F. Kennedy's 1963 speech in which he proudly proclaimed "Ich bin ein Berliner" nearly two years after the wall's construction in an effort to fortify morale among West Berliners fearful of occupation by East Germany, and Ronald Reagan's 1987 challenge to then Soviet Premier Mikhail Gorbachev to "tear down this wall," among others.

Readings will be given by faculty members and students.

Throughout the day, students, faculty and staff will be encouraged to participate in a public art project by inscribing words or graffiti art on one of two "freedom walls" that will flank the section of the Berlin Wall in the Library. The project is intended to mimic the graffiti art on the Berlin Wall's west side. (The medium will be chalk. Sorry, graffiti artists, no spray paint.)

Hundreds Expected To Attend Fall Open House Saturday

Capital University will welcome more than 400 visitors to campus on Saturday, Nov. 7, for its largest annual recruitment event — Fall Open House.

From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., prospective students and their families will learn about everything Capital has to offer — from rich and rigorous academic programs to robust student life. They'll also have the opportunity to hear from admission and financial aid counselors, tour campus, eat lunch in the Capital Court, attend the student activities fair and cheer on the Crusaders at the football game.  

Please be aware that the Capital Court will be closed for lunch Saturday due to this event. But other cafés around campus will be open.

Families Expected To Flock to Capital for the Colors of Capital: Family Weekend 2009 Nov. 13-15

The brisk winds and the gorgeous shades of autumn create an exciting atmosphere in Central Ohio and at Capital. Join us for a family weekend of colorful events Friday, Nov. 13, through Sunday, Nov. 15.

Friday

University Programming is offering a limited number of tickets to the Columbus "Blue" Jackets at just half the cost of face value. Tickets must be purchased in advance (in addition to the registration cost for the weekend) and they include a voucher for a free drink, hotdog and popcorn.

Saturday

Grab your "Purple" gear and join us for a pre-game football tailgate in The Capital Center before watching the Crusaders take on the Baldwin-Wallace "Yellow" Jackets at 1:30 p.m. in Bernlohr Stadium. Lunch at the tailgate and football tickets are included in the Family Weekend registration fee.

That evening, paint the town Red." Join fellow families for a Murder Mystery Dinner at 5:30 p.m. in the Campus Center and/or enjoy a the round-trip shuttles to Easton Town Center where you'll find a myriad eating, shopping, and entertainment options. The per-person cost for the interactive Murder Mystery Dinner is $7.50; Easton Town Center shuttles will be provided without charge by University programming.

Sunday

Let us break out our chef's "Whites" and treat your family to a Sunday brunch after weekly chapel service and before hitting the road. Parkhurst Dining Services has created a special menu just for Family Weekend, and the cost is included in your registration fee.

The cost for The Colors of Capital: Family Weekend 2009 is $25 for one student and up to four guests. Additional guests are welcome to attend at a cost of $5 per person. There is no additional cost for children under 2. Register here and pay online here.

Capital Grads Continue Bar Success

Capital Graduates continue to perform very well on the Ohio Bar Exam. On the July 2009 Ohio Bar Exam, Capital graduates had a first-time passing rate of 89 percent, the fourth best rate in the state and above the state average of 87.8 percent.

The passing rate for all Capital graduates taking the exam was 85 percent — third in the state and well above the statewide rate of 81.3 percent for the fourth year.

Board of Trustees Meeting Highlights Available Online

• Board Approves Strategic Plan
• FY 2008-2009 Brings Second Consecutive Operating Surplus
• Board Reviews Revised FY 2009-2010 Budget, Authorizes Salary Increases

Tickets on Sale for Big Band Show 2009

Young Musicians and Their Band Directors Perform Newest Music at Annual Wind Band Invitational, Reading Clinic

Nearly 1,000 high school band members, directors and guests are expected to attend the Capital University Wind Band Invitational and New Band Music Reading Clinic Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13-14, at the Conservatory of Music.

A highlight of the event will be the performances by the Honor Band conducted by Ray Cramer, professor emeritus of Indiana University School of Music.

“He’s something special,” said Barry E. Kopetz, director of Bands at Capital. “And he’s special to this year’s performance.”

Read more.

Updated Information about H1N1 Flu Available Online

Worried about H1N1? Find out all you need to know about the flu, how it's affecting Capital, and how you can stay healthy at www.capital.edu/pandemicflu. There is a new post on Updates section. Check it out to get the latest information and find the answers to frequently asked questions.

Events

University Programming Presents Baby Wants Candy

Next week's Wicked Wednesday will feature a performance by Baby Wants Candy, an improv musical group. The group will take suggestion from the audience and create an improv musical on the spot. The event will take place Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 9:30 p.m. in the Capital Court. For more information, please contact University Programming.

Capital University Faculty Brass Quintet To Perform Nov. 15

Katchen To Appear at JCC Book Fair

The History Department's Alan Katchen will give a talk and book-signing on his new book Abel Kiviat, National Champion; Twentieth-Century Track & Field and the Melting Pot at the 2009 JCC Jewish Book Fair on Thursday, Nov. 12.

Abel Kiviat (1892-1991) was one of track and field’s legendary personalities, a world record-holder and Olympic medalist in the metric mile. A teenage prodigy, he defeated Hall of Fame runners before his twentieth birthday. Katchen brings Kiviat’s fascinating story to life and re-creates a lost world, when track and field was at the height of its popularity and occupying a central place in America’s sporting world.

The event is free and open to the public.

Battelle Lecture Series Presents Dr. Laura Kubatko Nov. 10

The Center for Computational Studies will host the Battelle Lecture Series on Tuesday, Nov. 10, featuring guest lecturer Dr. Laura Kubatko, associate professor in the departments of Statistics and Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology at Ohio State University.

Kubatko will present Estimating Evolutionary Relationships among Species Using Multiple Genes. A central goal in evolutionary biology is the estimation of the historical relationships among individual species. With the advent of sequencing technology that allows collection of DNA data from multiple genes within individuals has come the challenge of analyzing these data in a computationally efficient manner.

In this talk, Kubatko will describe a recently developed approach to efficiently estimate the species-level phylogenetic relationships among a collection of species using data from multiple genes. The method will be applied to a study of the evolutionary relationships among North American rattlesnakes.

The lecture will take place from 4-5 p.m. in Battelle Hall Room 254. Refreshments will be served. All students, faculty and staff are welcome. 

Charity:Water Speaker To Visit Capital Nov. 12

Sigma Alpha Beta has been raising money for charity:water, a foundation determined to bring clean water to people who don't have it.

Sigma Alpha Beta is not only looking to help by bringing clean water to these communities, but also to raise awareness within the Capital community about the simple luxury of water. To help us spread the word and raise awareness, charity:water's Lane Wood, director of the Water for Schools Program, is coming to Capital to talk about the foundation.

He will be in the Bridge of Learning at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12. Come and learn about what you can do to help someone in need. One in six people do not have clean drinking water. You can help. Come find out how.
 
Follow this link for more information.

Opening Reception for Alice Schille: The Early Years, 1902-1914, Bexley Art Walk Set for Nov. 13

The Schumacher Gallery will hold an opening reception for its current exhibition, Alice Schille: The Early Years, 1902-1914, on Friday, Nov. 13, from 5-7:30 p.m. The reception coincides with the Bexley Art Walk.

Curated by James M. Keny of Keny Galleries, this is the first comprehensive exhibition devoted to the engaging, masterfully painted works upon which Schille built her national reputation in the first decades of the 20th century.

Key examples from the Dutch, Dalmatian and Le Puy series are featured. It will show through Saturday, Dec. 5.

(Please note: The gallery is closed Nov. 25-29 for Thanksgiving.)

Blood Drive Set for Nov. 9

Residence Life, Student Government Want To Hear from You

On Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 7:30 p.m., Residence Life and Housing and Student Government will host a Town Hall Meeting in Meeting Room 2 of the Campus Center. 

This is a chance for students to voice their opinions about things on campus, and this month we're focusing on the visitation policy, co-ed communities, and themed housing. Snacks and drinks will be provided. This monthly meeting gives residents non-residents an opportunity to voice any concerns/opinions about on-campus life and housing.

Seasonal Flu Vaccine Clinic Nov. 10

Another seasonal flu vaccine clinic will be held Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 2-4 p.m. in the Schneider Multipurpose Room in the Campus Center. The clinic is open to all students, faculty and staff. The cost is $10. Vaccines will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. Vaccines are in limited supply.

Wednesday Chapel

Join us for worship at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11, in Kable Chapel. The Chordsmen will share special music with us and Pastor Amy will preach on John the Baptist. Mark your calendar now and plan to attend the Advent Carol Sing with special music by Women’s Chorus on Wednesday, Dec. 9, at 10 a.m. in Kable Chapel.

Capital University/Bexley Community Orchestra To Perform Nov. 8

Find Out More About Becoming a Resident Assistant for 2010-2011

GRE Test Preparation Workshop Series (Fall)

• Wednesday, Nov. 11: GRE Analytical Writing Test
• Wednesday, Nov. 18: GRE Verbal Test

Community Therapeutic Touch

Learn More About the Paralegal Program

• Monday, Nov. 16
• Wednesday, Dec. 2
• Monday, Dec. 7

Need for Coats Rises as Temperature Drops

Popcorn Wednesdays at the Library

Announcements

Save the Date for the Faculty/Staff Christmas Party Dec. 18

Trayless Tuesdays Start Nov. 10

Starting Tuesday, Nov. 10, the Capital Court will be participating in Trayless Tuesdays. Eliminating trays in the Capital Court will help reduce food, water and energy waste. All of the trays will be removed from the Capital Court. For those who need trays, they will be available behind the desk where you swipe your ID.
 
If you have questions or concerns about Trayless Tuesdays, contact the members of Student Government and the Environmental Service Organization.

Literary Arts Magazine Accepting Submissions

The ReCap (formerly Dionysia), Capital's literary arts magazine, is now accepting submissions. Submissions are limited to one piece of fiction (up to 15 pages); one piece of nonfiction (up to 15 pages); four poems; four photos; or four pieces of art.

They should be sent to bsharb@gmail.com by Tuesday, Dec. 1.
 
The ReCap is now a national magazine, so submissions no longer are limited to the Capital community.

Sigma Alpha Beta and Charity: Water

Thirsty? Most of us have never really been thirsty. We’ve never had to leave our houses and walk five miles to fetch water. We simply turn on the tap, and water comes out. Clean. Yet more than 1.1 billion people on the planet don’t have clean water. That means one in six people in our world don’t have access to the most basic of human needs. Something we can’t imagine going 12 hours without. Water.
 
Sigma Alpha Beta invites you to put yourself in the shoes of one in six people who don't have access to clean water. Follow them on their daily journey. Carry 80 pounds of water in yellow fuel cans. Dig with their children in sand for water. Line up at a well and wait eight hours for a turn.

Now, make a decision to help. We’re not offering grand solutions and billion dollar schemes, but instead, simple things that work. Things like freshwater wells, rainwater catchments and sand filters. For about $20 a person, we know how to help millions of people. Start by helping one.

Sigma Alpha Beta is looking to help bring clean water to those in need. Find out how you can help.
 

Break Housing Deadlines Are Approaching

If you need to stay on campus for November or December Break, please apply online. Please complete a separate application for each break that you are requesting to stay.
 
Applications for November Break are due by 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11. Applications for December Break are due by 5 p.m.  Wednesday, Dec. 2. 

To be eligible, you must:

• have no record of serious disciplinary violations
• be a participant in University-sponsored activity
• have permanent residency more than 60 miles from campus and have a work-study job at the University or job off campus
• reside out of Ohio or outside the United States

Please stop by the Residence Life and Housing Office if you have a question, or email residencelife@capital.edu.

Event To Combat Hunger

Please Join the Capital University Fuller Society and help raise awareness and funds to combat hunger in Central Ohio.
 
The Fuller Society will host a spaghetti dinner and lecture on Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 6-8 p.m. in the Weiler Conference Suites in the Campus Center. Zach Reat of the Second Harvest Food Bank Association and David Drumm, Lutheran Social Services Food Bank Manager will address the topic Poverty and Hunger in Central Ohio. 

Tickets cost $6 and can be purchased beginning Tuesday, Nov. 3, by contacting Kristina McCann at kmccann@capital.edu or stopping by the table in the P.O. Lobby. The event is being held in conjunction with the Macy’s Come Together campaign as a donation to area food pantries. Every dollar raised is the equivalent of seven meals. 

Macy's Coupons Available for Faculty, Staff

Macy’s 15 percent off coupons are now available in the Human Resources Office. Get your Christmas shopping started early with this discount coupon, which is valid now through Nov. 14.

Coupons will be available on a first come, first served basis. Contact hr@capital.edu with any other questions. Law School employees, see Donna Garrett to get your coupons.

Recycle Empty Ink Cartridges, Raise Money for Athletics

Campus Safety Bulletin

Crime happens. Even on the safest campuses. One way you can help keep yourself safe is by being aware of what's going on around you. That's why we've created the Campus Safety Bulletin. Whenever a crime or pattern of crimes happens on or near campus, we'll post the important information at www.capital.edu/safety-bulletin. As always, if you need to report an emergency or crime, contact Public Safety at 236-6666.

Library Research Workshops

Scholarship Opportunities

CIOhio 2009, hosted by TechColumbus, an annual conference for CIO’s, business executives and IT Leaders, will be held on Friday, Nov. 6 at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Columbus. CIOhio 2009 will recognize students who are excelling in these fields through scholarship opportunities to undergraduate students who are Ohio residents majoring in Information Systems, Computer Science, or other Technology-related fields, and who are at least a sophomore with at least one year of study remaining, beyond the current academic year.

The CIOhio 2009 Program Committee will review all applications and award one (1) $2,000 and two (2) $1,500 scholarships based on academic success, involvement in extracurricular activities, and leadership. Two letters of recommendation are required. Winners will be notified in late October and will be awarded the scholarship at the beginning of the next quarter/semester. The winners will be recognized at the CIOhio Symposium, and they will have the opportunity to attend this daylong, CIO invitation-only event free of charge.

Applications must be received by Oct. 19. Contact Capital's Financial Aid Office by email for a copy of the application.

Midwest Scholarship Competition Fine Art Finals, a scholarship competition dedicated to the promotion of talented and gifted emerging artists at the collegiate level, is calling for entries. The competition is open to Associate, Bachelor, and Master degree candidates with an interest in the visual arts and currently enrolled at a Midwest regional public or private college or university. No matter what major, if you paint, illustrate, sculpt, design, draw, photograph, or just create art, you are eligible.

Media accepted include:

• drawing
• sculpture
• photography
• painting
• jewelry
• printmaking
• fibers
• digital art
• graphic design

The top scholarship award is $1,200; second place is $600; and the third place award is worth $300. Two awards of $50 each will begiven for those who receive an honorable mention.

Entries must be postmarked by Friday, Nov. 20, 2009. For entry forms, posters and information, please visit www.fineartfinals.com.

Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants is pleased to be able to continue its scholarship program for the fourth year. It will award up to $1,000 to the winner(s) each year. To apply, students should submit an essay on one of the topics you see here by June 19, 2010. Details on the application process also are available on the web site.

U.S. Bank will award 40 $1,000 scholarships through a random drawing process. Undergraduate students attending an eligible four-year college or university participating in the U.S. Bank No Fee Education Loan Programs are eligible to apply. Further details are available at usbank.com/studentloans. Scholarship online applications will be accepted from October 2009 to March 2010.

 

The Ohio Soybean Council Foundation is pleased to announce scholarship opportunities for the 2010-2011 academic year available to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing studies related to the application of science and technology to agriculture. Applications are available at www.soyohio.org.
 

Healthy Rewards Program for Benefit-Eligible Employees

Intramural Yoga Class Offered on Thursdays Through Nov. 19

The Capital Intramural Yoga class will meet weekly from 5-6 p.m. on Thursdays through Nov. 19 in The Capital Center Multipurpose Room. The class will not meet on Oct. 8 due to Homecoming.

All returning yoga students, new students, faculty, and staff are welcome. This is a drop-in class, and weekly attendance is not mandatory. Bring a yoga mat and your current Capital I.D. There is no cost for the class. Email Gail Sky with any questions.

Register for the CapFit Wellness Program

Registration for the fall semester CapFit Wellness Program is now open.

The CapFit Wellness Program is a faculty/staff wellness program dedicated to promoting the health and fitness of the Capital University community through education and regular exercise. Students in the Health and Sport Sciences Department, along with faculty, instruct all sessions and classes. To register, fill out the form, and a student will contact you by Sept. 25.

Personal strength training and fitness will be offered from noon to 1 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in The Capital Center. You will receive an individualized strength and conditioning program along with personalized coaching to improve your personal fitness goals.

Total body conditioning will be offered from noon to 1 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in the multipurpose room of The Capital Center. This is an instructor-led fitness and conditioning class using stability balls, resistance bands and hand weights.
 
Before participating in any exercise session all participants must:

1. Complete the registration form.
2. Complete the CapFit Informed Consent Form (given to you by your student personal trainer).
   
3. Complete the CapFit Health Screening Questionnaire (given to you by your student personal trainer) and obtain written physician's approval, if necessary.
4. Complete a pretest interview with your student personal trainer.

Please contact Julie Dallas (236-6915) if you have any questions.