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Campus News and Events | February 8, 2023
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Capital University transforms lives by empowering an inclusive community of learners through engaging academic, co-curricular, and professional experiences. |
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What’s Your Project Indigo Story? |
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The Project Indigo leadership team is looking for your Project Indigo story. We are interested in learning how our students, faculty, and staff are using their iPad in learning, co-curricular, and work-related activities. Last fall, we shared Project Indigo Stories from Athletics, Nursing, Art, and the Music, but we are looking to share additional ways you are incorporating your iPad into your college life! If you have an idea to share, please reach out to Susan Hunter, director of Marketing, at imc@capital.edu.
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How Will You Celebrate Valentine's Day?
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Candles, wine and romance with my boo
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A trip to my mailbox to see if Mom sent a sparkly Hallmark card
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Alone with a bag of conversation heart candies
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Employees Invited to Join DEI Groups |
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Faculty and staff are encouraged to join the Diversity Equity & Inclusion affinity groups and work group.
LGBTQ+ Affinity Group
Wednesday, Feb. 15
12 to 2 p.m.
Bowman Diversity Center, Student Union
The affinity group will serve as a social and support community for faculty and staff who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community at Capital University. It will provide opportunities for members to connect and share aspects of their identities as they relate to navigating the university and society. Click here to join.
POC Affinity Group
Tuesday, February 14
12 to 2 p.m.
Student Union, Schneider South
The affinity group will serve as a social and support community for faculty and staff of color at Capital University. It will provide opportunities for members to connect and share aspects of their identities as it relates to navigating the university and society. Click here to join.
DEI Work Group
Thursday, Feb. 9
12 to 2 p.m.
Student Union, Weiler Conference Suites
The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion work group aims to advance the university’s efforts in creating identity-based positive change and enhancing the campus climate for students and employees. Click here to join.
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Title IX Mandatory Training |
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Capital University is committed to ensuring that members of our campus community are free from discrimination based on gender, which is outlined under Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972. Our goal is to reduce the risk of all forms of discrimination by raising awareness about sexual misconduct, dating violence, and stalking.
As a part of our commitment to eliminating sexual discrimination, the University requires all employees and students to complete annual Title IX training, which is online, engaging, and informative. The course provides important information related to identifying and responding to sensitive and difficult situations. Training must be completed by Friday, March 17, 2023. You received an email on Feb. 6 from Capital University through an @safecolleges.com email address with instructions on how to access and complete the training.
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Students, if you are interested in being a Smooth Transitions mentor or co-coordinator for the 2023-24 year, the application is now open! The Smooth Transitions program is an amazing way to get involved in the Capital community, create a positive experience for the incoming class, and increase campuswide awareness on a variety of social justice topics. If you have an interest in creating a more inclusive environment at Capital, you are encouraged to apply at
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Join internationally bestselling author Marlon James for the 2022-23 Gerhold Lecture in the Humanities. The events are free and open to the public. Read more here.
Q & A with Students
Wednesday, Feb. 15
3 p.m.
Bridge of Learning
Lecture and Book Signing
Wednesday, Feb. 15
7:30 p.m.
Mees Hall
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Student Abstract-Writing Workshop |
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Students, are you planning to submit a proposal to Capital University’s Symposium on Undergraduate Scholarship or another conference? Would you like some help preparing your abstract? Then this workshop is just for you!
How to Write a Good Abstract
Wednesday, Feb. 15
4 p.m.
We will review the expected content of a good abstract and discuss tips for meeting the word length requirements.
This workshop is scheduled around the submission deadline for Capital’s Symposium on Undergraduate Scholarship, but all students who are working on abstracts for conferences are welcome to attend. Symposium abstracts are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 3. The Symposium will be held on Wednesday, April 19.
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Call for Nominations: Professors Hall of Honor
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Each year, the Provost’s Office recognizes and honors outstanding current and former professors at our yearly spring awards. The Professors Hall of Honor, along with the Faculty Scholarship Lecture, Praestantia Reflection, and the investiture of the 2023 emeriti, will be held at our Celebration of Excellence, on Tuesday, April 11, at 4 p.m.
Faculty can nominate former colleagues to be inducted to the Professors Hall of Honor. Click here for award criteria and the nomination form. We will retain nominations of those not selected this year for consideration for future awards.
Nominations Deadline
Friday, Feb. 24
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COVID and Flu Vaccine Clinic |
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The University is hosting a COVID booster and flu vaccine clinics for all Capital students, faculty, and staff.
Thursday, Feb. 23
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Schneider South, Student Union
The vaccines/boosters being offered are:
- Pfizer Bivalent COVID-19 booster
- Moderna Bivalent COVID-19 booster
- Flu shot
Sign up for a time slot for the date of the clinic you will attend:
Bring your insurance card and COVID vaccination record card, if you have it. There is no charge for the COVID booster. If you have insurance, there will be no charge for the flu vaccine; if you do not have insurance, there will be a $40 fee for the flu vaccine.
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The faculty and staff Chili Cook-Off returns this Thursday! Click here to RSVP so we can make sure we have enough supplies and cold drinks.
Thursday, Feb. 9
4:30 p.m.
One Main Café, Student Union
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Capital received two honors at the annual conference of the Ohio College Personnel Association.
- Jenny Vrobel, associate director of Career Development, received the Mid-Level Professional Award.
- Jennifer Adams, director of International Education, and Jenny Vrobel received the Innovative Program Award for their international student career course, Career Development Through an International Lens.
University Pastor Drew Tucker’s first book, “4D Formation: Exploration Vocation in Community,” was included in the “Best of 2022” list of Fortress Press.
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University Pastor Drew Tucker was a guest on Ten Foot Pole podcast, exploring the concept of curses and blessings from Deuteronomy 30:15-20.
Columbus Business First wrote about Capital’s decision to sell its Main Street apartments.
The Columbus Dispatch gave The Schumacher Gallery’s “Dignity: Tribes in Transition” and “… of Black Skin” top billing in its list of not-to-miss celebrations of Black History Month.
The Columbus Dispatch interviewed Capital University Law School Assistant Professor Robert Barnhart about how laws passed in 2019 and 2021 by the Ohio General Assembly make it easier for defendants to claim they used force in self-defense.
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CAPITAL WORSHIP
Wednesdays
10 to 10:35 a.m.
Trinity's Gloria Dei Worship Center
- Join Embrace Ministries and the Center for Faith and Learning in our weekly worship. Come expecting organ music and traditions familiar to many kinds of Christians with more formal liturgies (like some Lutherans, Catholics, Episcopalians, Presbyterians, Methodists, and others).
CANDLELIGHT
Thursdays
8:08 to 9:09 p.m.
Trinity's Gloria Dei Worship Center
- Join Embrace Ministries for Candlelight, a band-led worship event for students, by students. There's always good conversation, inspiring music, and a meaningful word.
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesdays
2 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran Seminary, Room 118
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If you have suffered a loss or are experiencing grief, please consider joining us for opportunities to find comfort, hope, and healing in a safe and supportive group environment. Grief support groups do not replace individual professional care, but meeting with others facing similar challenges can be beneficial in offering support and promoting healing. Beverages and snacks will be provided. For more information, contact delery@capital.edu or aruble2@capital.edu.
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