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November 22, 2017

Calendar

Wednesday, Nov. 22

Thanksgiving recess for students is through Nov. 26.

 

Thursday, Nov. 23

The University is closed through Nov. 24 in observance of Thanksgiving.

 

Monday, Nov. 27

UCIS Lecture
“Death and Literature: Time, Sickness and Writing,” Robert Tierney; 4130 Posvar Hall, Noon

Arts and Sciences Lecture
“More Than Just Mosaics: the Ancient Synagogue at Huqoq in Israel’s Galilee,” Jodi Magness, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; 324 Cathedral of Learning, 7 p.m.

 

Tuesday, Nov. 28

Faculty and Staff Development Program Workshop
“Using Social Media for Career Development,” Kyshira Moffett; 342 Craig Hall, 9 a.m. (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Faculty and Staff Development Program Workshop
“Word 2016 Quick Start: Mail Merge, Graphics Illustration,” Vernon Franklin; 302 Bellefield Hall 10 a.m. (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Basic and Translational Research Seminar
“Identifying Novel Targets for Radiosensitization,” Heath Skinner, University of Texas; Shadyside West Wing Auditorium, 11 a.m.

Center for Diversity in the Curriculum Workshop
“Black Minds Matter: Assumptions of Criminality,” Tony Gaskew, Pitt-Bradford; B26 Alumni Hall, Noon (Register: University Center for Teaching and Learning)

Molecular Medicine Research Seminar
“Enteral Dextrose: A Novel Agent To Control Hyperglycemia and Inflammation in a Mouse Model of Sepsis”; Rangos Research Conference Center, Noon

Philosophy of Science Lunchtime Talk
“Construct Validity Challenges in Psychiatry Using Human and Animal Models,” Kenneth Schaffner; 817R Cathedral of Learning, 12:05 p.m.

Faculty and Staff Development Program: Year of Healthy U Workshop
“Sweet Dreams: Why Sleep is Important to a Healthy You,” Peter Franzen; 342 Craig Hall, 1 p.m. (Register: FSDP Workshop)

 

Wednesday, Nov. 29

Clinical and Translational Science Scholars Program Information Session I
305 Parkvale Building, 8 a.m.

Clinical Oncology and Hematology Grand Rounds
“Update in the Use of Anti Platelet Agents,” Frank Bontempo; UPMC Cancer Pavilion, Herberman Auditorium, 8 a.m.

Faculty and Staff Development Program Workshop
“Cultivating an Environment of Success For Pitts International Students,” Luis G. Van Fossen Bravo; 342 Craig Hall, 9 a.m. (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Faculty and Staff Development Program Workshop
“Everything you Need to Know About Capital Assets but Were Afraid to Ask,” Kevin Starko; 116 Atwood Street, 10 a.m. (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Center for Diversity in the Curriculum Workshop
“Black Minds Matter: Campus Climate and Non-Cognitive Outcomes,” Kenyon Bonner, Vice Provost and Dean of Students; 5604 Posvar Hall,  Noon (Register: University Center for Teaching and Learning)

Pathology Seminar
“NRF2-Notch Interplay: Friends or Foes?” Thomas Kensler; 1104 Scaife Hall, Noon

Faculty and Staff Development Program Workshop
“Financial Freedom: Strategies for Reducing Debt and Saving More,” Kyshira Moffett; 342 Craig Hall, Noon (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Health Sciences Library System Workshop
“Pathway Analysis: NID DAVID, IPA, KPA and More,” Ansuman Chattopadhyay; Falk Library Classroom 2, 1 p.m.

Pitt-Greensburg Campus Event
“Historical Re-enactment of a Medieval Mass”; Mary Lou Campana Chapel and Lecture Center (Pitt-Greensburg), 4 p.m.

Gastroenterology/Hepatology Grand Rounds
1102 Scaife Hall, 5 p.m.

World AIDS Day Event
Heinz Memorial Chapel; 7:30 p.m.

 

Thursday, Nov. 30

Faculty and Staff Development Program Workshop
“Basics of Federal Contract Administration,” Zack Byrnes and DJ Swank; University Club B21, 9 a.m. (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Faculty and Staff Development Program Workshop
“Microaggression: Recognizing and Challenging A Subtle Form of Bias,” Warren McCoy; 342 Craig Hall, 9 a.m. (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Faculty and Staff Development Program Workshop
“Microsoft Excel 2016 Fundamentals,” Vernon Franklin; 302 Bellefield Hall 10 a.m. (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Center for Causal Discovery Lecture
“Data Science for Biomedical Informatics in the Planet of the Apps,” Jonas Almeida, Stony Brook University; 407A/B Baum, Offices at Baum, 11 a.m.

Molecular Biophysics/Structural Biology Seminar
“Structural Proteomics of an Organelle-Sized Assembly,” Yi Shi; 6014 Biomedical Science Tower 3, 11 a.m.

Center for Diversity in the Curriculum Discussion and Workshop
“Trans-Inclusive Syllabi”; 211 David Lawrence Hall, 11:30 a.m. (Register: Eventbrite)

Center for Diversity in the Curriculum Workshop
“Black Minds Matter: Promising Practices for Teaching & Learning,” Dana Thompson, Center for Urban Education; B26 Alumni Hall,  Noon (Register: University Center for Teaching and Learning)

Epidemiology Seminar
“Rethinking Sexual Violence Prevention: Gender, Trauma and Sexuality,” Elizabeth Miller; G23 Parran Hall, Noon

Shadyside Medicine Grand Rounds
“Care and Feeding of Medical Students,” Thomas Painter; UPMC Shadyside Hospital, West Wing Auditorium, Noon

Faculty and Staff Development Program: Year of Healthy U Workshop
“Introduction to Mindfulness,” Erin Commendatore; 342 Craig Hall, 1 p.m. (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Sara Fine Institute Lecture
“Privacy as Contextual Integrity and the Case of mHealth,” Helen Nissenbaum, New York University; University Club Ballroom A, 3 p.m. (RSVP: bit.ly/sarafine2017)

 

Friday, Dec. 1

Pitt-Bradford First Friday Admissions Event
Frame-Westerberg Commons (Pitt-Bradford), 10 a.m. (Information: Pitt-Bradford website)

Center for Social and Urban Research Seminar
“What Helps and Hinders Green Infrastructure on Vacant Land in Legacy Cities?” Margaret Dewar; 3911 Posvar Hall, Noon

Faculty and Staff Development Program Workshop
“Resume Writing and Cover Letters,” Mark Burdsall; 342 Craig Hall, Noon (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Philosophy of Science Lunchtime Talk
“The Epistemology of Data Use: Conditions for Inferential Reasoning in the Age of Big Data Science,” Sabina Leonelli, University of Exeter; 817R Cathedral of Learning, 3:30 p.m.

 

Saturday, Dec. 2

Heinz Memorial Chapel Holiday Concert
Heinz Chapel Choir; Heinz Chapel, 8:15 p.m.

 

Sunday, Dec. 3

Nationality Room Open House
Cathedral of Learning, Noon-4 p.m. (Information: Open House)

 

Monday, Dec. 4

Senate Library Committee Meeting
272 Hillman Library, 3 p.m.

School of Education: Teacher Certification Information Session
5604 Posvar Hall, 3:30 p.m. (RSVP: Teaching Education)

 

Tuesday, Dec. 5

Faculty and Staff Development Program Workshop
“Fostering a Diverse and Inclusive Environment: The Why and the How,” Cheryl Ruffin and Warren McCoy; 342 Craig Hall, 9 a.m. (Register: FSDP workshop)

Health Sciences Library System Workshop
“Painless PubMed,” Rebecca Abromitis; Falk Library Classroom 1, 9 a.m. (Register: HSLS Workshop)

Faculty and Staff Development Program Workshop
“Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 Fundamentals,” Vernon Franklin; 302 Bellefield Hall 10 a.m. (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Clinical Translational Science Institute Workshop
“Negotiation Tips, Skills, and Strategies for Academic Leaders,” Jennifer Woodward; 211 David Lawrence Hall, Noon (Register: Skills for Negotiating)

Faculty and Staff Development Program: Year of Healthy U Workshop
“Healthy Vegetarian Eating,” Taelor Vetica; 342 Craig Hall, Noon (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Philosophy of Science Lunchtime Talk
“Safe-and-Substantive Perspectivism,” David Danks, Carnegie Mellon University; 817R Cathedral of Learning, 12:05 p.m.

School of Social Work Lecture
“Place-Based Engagement: The University of Pittsburgh’s Engagement Centers,” Lina Dostilio, Assistant Vice Chancellor, Community Engagement; 2017 Cathedral of Learning

Faculty Assembly Meeting
2700 Posvar Hall, 3 p.m.

Center for Urban Education Panel Discussion
“Responding to Reality: Athletes, Activism and Free Expression,” William Pitt Union Ballroom; 5:30 p.m. (Registration: Reality Event)

 

Wednesday, Dec. 6

Office of Academic Career Development Workshop
“Developing Competitive Grant Applications,” Bruce Freeman and Edwin Jackson, Department of Medicine; S120 Biomedical Science Tower, 8:30 a.m. (Register: OACD event form)

Senate Benefits and Welfare Meeting
702 Benedum Hall, 9:30 a.m.

Center for Diversity in the Curriculum Workshop
“Black Minds Matter: Holistic Support for Black Male Learners,” Derrick Matthews, Graduate School of Public Health; 5604 Posvar Hall,  Noon (Register: University Center for Teaching and Learning)

Pharmaceutical Sciences Seminar
Joseph Balthasar, New York at Buffalo, 456 Salk Hall, Noon

Faculty and Staff Development Program Workshop
“Microaggression: Recognizing and Challenging A Subtle Form of Bias,” Warren McCoy; 342 Craig Hall, 1 p.m. (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Health Sciences Library System Workshop
“RNA-Seq Analysis: CLC Genomics Workbench,” Ansuman Chattopadhyay; Falk Library Classroom 2, 1 p.m.

Senate Research Committee Meeting
156 Cathedral of Learning, 1 p.m.

Gastroenterology/Hepatology Grand Rounds
“Center of Excellence: Neurogastroenterology and Motility Disease,” David Levinthal; 1102 Scaife Hall, 5 p.m.

Center for Latin American Studies Concert
“Cantos e Cançoes: Music of Latin America,” Lilly Abreu with Diamante Trio; Frick Fine Arts Concert Hall, 8 p.m.

 

Thursday, Dec. 7

Senate Athletics Committee Meeting
Petersen Events Center, Minno Conference Room, Lawn Level, 9 a.m.

Faculty and Staff Development Program Workshop
“Office 2016 Quick Start: Word, Excel, PowerPoint,” Vernon Franklin; 302 Bellefield Hall 10 a.m. (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Molecular Biophysics/Structural Biology Seminar
“Spectroscopic and Kinetic Studies of Catalytically Versatile Non-Heme Iron Enzymes,” Yisong (Alex) Guo; 6014 Biomedical Science Tower 3, 11 a.m.

Pharmacology & Chemical Biology Seminar
“The Mighty Mitochondrion: A Hub of Cardiovascular Redox Signaling,” Sruti Shiva; 1395 Biomedcial Science Tower, Noon

Faculty and Staff Development Program Workshop
“Preventing Sexual Misconduct: Understanding Your Responsibility,” Kristy Rzepecki; 342 Craig Hall, 1 p.m. (Register: FSDP Workshop)

Teacher Certification Information Session
5604 Posvar Hall, Colloquium Room, 4:30 p.m. (RSVP: SOE Form)

 

Defenses

Public Health/Health Policy and Management
“Prescription Opioid Epidemic in Pennsylvania: Lessons from Medicare and Medicaid,” Carroline Lobo; Nov. 27, A622 Crabtree Hall, 1 p.m.

Arts and Sciences/Geology and Environmental Science
“Numerical Modeling of the Daedalia Planum Lava Flows, Mars,” Nathan Beauchamp; Nov. 28, 214 SRCC, 10 a.m.

Public Health/Epidemiology
“Associations of Frailty, Quality of Life Indicators and Spirituality on Immune System Response to Influenza Vaccine in Adults 50 Years of Age and Older ” Krissy Moehling; Nov. 28, Department of Family Medicine, 4420 Bayard St., Ste. 520, 10 a.m.

Public Health/Epidemiology
“Classifications, Re-visits, and Mortality for Opioid-Related Hospitalizations in Pennsylvania and their Associations with HCV and HIV Discharges,” Stephen Liu; Nov. 28, A312 Crabtree Hall, 11 a.m.

School of Pharmacy
Characterization of Renal Secretion in Renal Transplant Patients,Hari Kalluri; Nov. 28, Scaife Hall, Lecture Room 5, 2:30 p.m.

Arts and Sciences/Geology and Environmental Science
“Isotopic Fractionation of Barium in Shale and Produced Water from the Appalachian Basin, USA,” Zach Tieman; Nov. 30, 214 SRCC, 2 p.m.

Katz Business School
“Why Do Project Participants Work Together? An Investigation of the Antecedents of Collaboration Tie Strength in Cyberinfrastructure Projects,” Qin Weng; Nov. 30, 102 Mervis Hall, 3:30 p.m.

School of Nursing
“Variations in Genes Related to Sleep Patterns in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder,” Ann E. Johansson; Nov. 30, 114 Victoria Building, 1 p.m.

Public Health/Epidemiology
“Association of Subclinical Atherosclerosis with Lipoprotein Particles, Alcohol Consumption, and Long-Chain N-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids among Healthy Middle-aged Men in an International Population-Based Study,” Hemant Mahajan; Dec. 1, A719 Crabtree Hall, Noon

Arts and Sciences/Statisitics
“Sequential Clustering via Recurrence Network Analysis,” Zhang Zang; Dec. 6, 1811 Posvar Hall, 2 p.m.

Public Health/Biostatistics
“Diagnostic Accuracy Analysis for Ordinal Competing Risks Outcomes Using ROC Surface,” Song Zhang; Dec. 6, 7139 Parran Hall, Noon

Public Health/Epidemiology
“The Epidemiology of Sporadic, Community-Acquired Legionnaires’ Disease,” Laren Orkis; Dec. 6, A521 Crabtree Hall, 2 p.m.

Public Helath/Infectious Disease and Microbiology
“Use of Integrase Inhibitor to Assess the Cytotoxic T Lyphocyte Response During Simian Immunodeficiency Virus Infection in Rhesus Macaques,” Benjamin Policicchio; Dec. 7, A115 Crabtree Hall, 11 a.m.

 

Exhibits 

Falk Library Exhibit
“Doc Savage: The Supreme Adventurer and Physician,” through November 23, Falk Library upper floor, Monday–Thursday, 7 a.m.-midnight, Friday, 7 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m.-midnight

University Art Gallery
“Shifting Ground: Landscapes From the UAG and Local Collections,” University Art Gallery, Frick Fine Arts Building; through Dec. 8, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Information: UAG)

Museum Studies Exhibition
”Narratives of the Nationality Rooms: Immigration and Identity in Pittsburgh”; University Art Gallery, Frick Fine Arts Building; Nov. 10-Dec. 8, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Information: HAA exhibit)

 

Deadline

Clinical and Translational Science Scholars Program KL2
Letters of Intent are due by Jan. 15 (Information: CTSI KL2)

 


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