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Friday, April 3, 2009
Ohio State approves switch to semesters
The Ohio State University will soon join the ranks of Ohio’s other public four-year universities when it switches to a semester-based academic calendar in Fall 2012.
The university’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously on Friday, April 3, to adopt a resolution approving the conversion from an academic quarter system, in place since 1922, to a semester calendar.
“Ohio State is acting partially in response to the University System of Ohio’s ‘Strategic Plan for Higher Education,’ which calls for a common academic calendar across all state universities,” said Ohio State Provost Joseph A. Alutto. “But the move to semesters has been seriously considered for some time.”
An earlier prospect of calendar conversion was rejected in the committee stage in 1991. In 2001, the conversion was approved by committee, but tabled by the University Senate, citing an inadequate student information system at the time. The university has since implemented a new, modern system, according to Ohio State officials.
“The conversion to semesters will allow us to better integrate with other universities, facilitating the transfer of credits and students,” Alutto said.
Wright State University on Friday, March 27, approved a switch from quarters to semesters. Wright State also plans to make the transition for Fall 2012, along with Ohio University and the University of Cincinnati, which have adopted similar resolutions.
Among the benefits to students will be an earlier entrance into the job market following graduation. The current quarter system keeps students in school a month longer than their competitors for jobs from semester schools. The conversion also will facilitate opportunities for student research, international study, internships, service learning and other specialized learning experiences for undergraduate and graduate students.
According to the final report of Ohio State’s Ad-Hoc Committee on Semesters, formed last year to study the feasibility of a switch, the conversion process should be complete by 2012 at an estimated cost of $8.7 million to $11.2 million for such expenses as technology modifications, course redesign and curriculum alignment.
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Wright State to cross $1 million mark with ArtsGala
Wright State University will reach a milestone in scholarship funding for fine and performing arts students on Saturday, April 4, at its 10th anniversary ArtsGala.
Considered one of the Dayton area’s premiere arts event, the annual black tie optional gala has raised a combined $940,000 in scholarships for Wright State arts students. After Saturday’s 10th anniversary ArtsGala, Wright State will cross the $1 million mark in total scholarship money generated from the event, according to university officials.
“Wright State is striving to offer as many grants and scholarships as possible to help students and families afford the full college experience we offer,” said Chuck Taylor, dean of the College of Liberal Arts. “Attending ArtsGala provides community members with a superbly entertaining evening, as well as the opportunity to make a direct difference in the lives of students and support the future of the Dayton arts community.”
ArtsGala will be held from 6 p.m.-midnight Saturday in Wright State’s Creative Arts Center. More than 600 patrons are expected to enjoy an evening of entertainment, dining and silent auction items to help support Wright State students.
Tickets are $175 per person and may be ordered by calling (937) 775-5512. For more information, click here.
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Witt’s Empty Bowls breaks fundraising record
Wittenberg University’s Empty Bowls event raised a record $27,614 for Second Harvest Food Bank.
The 15th annual event, held March 26, exceeded last year’s fundraiser by more than $6,000 - an amazing feat, considering the current economy, said Scott Dooley, Wittenberg associate professor of art.
“I am very proud of the fact that, in a time of cut-backs and tough economic forecasts, the campus and Springfield community increased our giving efforts for the Second Harvest Food Bank,” Dooley stated in a campus-wide email. “In particular, Catholic Social Services did an outstanding job raising funds from local sponsors.”
The event raised $16,409 through sponsorships and $11,205 in bowl and T-shirt sales - an increase of more than $6,000 total over last year. A total of 832 bowls, 200 more than any previous year, were sold before 7 p.m.
The event’s founder, Kate Duman Runyon, was honored at the event with a plaque and special appreciation certificate. Runyan, Wittenberg class of 1996, started empty bowls in 1994.
Local potter Peter Entorf, assisted the students, staff and faculty members in creating and throwing the handmade bowls for the event.
Major event sponsors included Sodexho, The Greek Orthodox Church-Ladies Philoptochos and The Union Club, and the V.I.P. sponsors include Speedway SuperAmerica LLC, Madison Avenue Pharmacy, Springfield Clark CTC Culinary Arts Program, Dr. Dana and Judy King, and Kova of Ohio.
Additional support and supplies were donated by Ambience, Eagle Beverage, Route 40 Signs, O’Charley’s, Texas Road House, Schwebel Baking Company, Howard’s Foods-Save-A-Lot, Donatos, Dole, GFS, Economy Linens, and Bob Evans on Leffels Lane.
A total of 115 gallons of soup were provided by Sodexho, Bob Evans Farms, Springfield Clark CTC Culinary Arts Program, Linardos Villa and Anna Plataniotis, Mics Italian Restaurant and Los Mariachis.
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