Levin College of Urban Affairs - CSU - News of the week 3.2.09

Here's what’s happening at the Levin College...

For Students and From Students
Friday Conversations
The focus is on Ohio's fiscal future: UUP presents, "National Perspectives on State and Local finance in an Economic Crisis"
Levin College Out and About
Junior Faculty Mini-Grant Program
The Center for Community Solutions 67th Annual Human Services Institute: Creating community soltuions together!
CSU and Siegal College: Traditional Jewish and Muslim Legal Attitudes Towards Mortgage Lending, and its Application to the Current Mortgage Crisis

For Students and From Students

Columbus Success Internship Program ( Summer/Fall 2009)
Experience practical politics firsthand by working for local, state, and national party organizations, candidates, interest groups, or public officials. Spend a semester in the State Capitol as a legislative intern and gain professional experience, build your resume, and earn academic credit

To apply and for program requirements: Rachel Singer, GA and Internship Coordinator, Levin College of Urban Affairs, 216-687-2388. This program is a partnership between the Levin College of Urban Affairs and the University of Akron’s Bliss Institute for Applied Politics

SAVE THE DATE! 2nd Annual Government Career Day!
The 2nd Annual Government Career Day will be held on Friday, April 3, 2008 in the Atrium of the Urban Affairs Building, from 9:00am – 2:00pm. Over 40 agencies from all levels of government are expected to attend. Special workshops dealing with the federal government application process will be offered by government representatives throughout the day.

Students and alumni are invited to come and explore the many opportunities available in government. Learn about writing effective KSA statements, navigating the usajobs web site, and how to get a job with the State of Ohio. Network with agency representatives as they discuss their own careers in government service as well as the openings they anticipate in their agencies.

Friday Conversations--Weekly update on the status of UUP Funding

The next weekly update is scheduled for Friday, March 6, 2009, 3:00-4:00 p.m. atrium.
On February 27, Interim Dean Ned Hill held the third information session for Levin College faculty and staff on the status of UUP funding in the State of Ohio’s next fiscal budget. The strategy to reinstate UUP funding is very focused and continues to come together. The Plain Dealer published an article on the importance of continued funding for the UUP, "Cleveland State University tries to had off budget cuts." A website is being developed in support of the UUP that will have inforamtion on the history, value and impact of the UUP. The weekly sessions called “Friday Conversations” are co-hosted by Grace Drake and Patrick Sweeney. Molly Schnoke is heading Levin College internal communications for this effort.

The focus is on Ohio’s fiscal future: Urban University Program (UUP) presents, "National Perspectives on State and Local Finance in an Economic Crisis”

The Ohio Urban University Program (UUP) will present the second in a series of discussions with experts on timely topics affecting the fiscal future of the State of Ohio. The forum, entitled "National Perspectives on State and Local Finance in an Economic Crisis," will be held on Tuesday, March 3 at The Athletic Club of Columbus, Crystal Room, 136 East Broad Street, Columbus, from 4:00-5:30 p.m. There will be a reception immediately following. Check-in for the forum begins at 3:30 p.m.

The forum is designed to provide national and statewide insight on the state of the economic crisis, the current strategies circulating to address the crisis, and the implications on state and local fiscal and economic conditions. For more information www.urban.csuohio.edu/uup/

LCUA Out and About

Interim Dean Ned Hill is quoted in The Columbus Disptach for the story, "Plenty of Meetings Behind 'Surprise' Decision: Dowtown Development Board Planning City Center Demolition Only Quasi-Public."

Dr. Mark Rosentraub was part of a panel discussion on WCPN called "Will the 'Buy American' Provision Mean More Ohio Jobs?"

One of the University's news sources, The Cauldron is now available online and the Levin College of Urban Affairs was noted in the story, "Strickland Signs Land Bank Bill at Urban Affairs College."

Levin College of Urban Affairs Junior Faculty Mini-Grant Program

Applications are now being accepted.
The Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs is excited to announce a mini-grant opportunity for junior faculty across Cleveland State University to develop preliminary data focused on addressing health disparities with the expectation to be used for future publications or larger research projects. Mini-grants of up to $7,000 will be awarded annually from 2009-2012. The deadline is April 1, 2009 . Award notification will be April 30th and the project period will be from May 1, 2009 – April 30, 2010.

Applicants are encouraged to incorporate cross-disciplinary research though it is not required. Each application should focus on research around health disparities with topics ranging from exploring a specific disease (i.e. diabetes, hypertension), conducting qualitative research on the impact of health disparities at the individual level, exploring community health, or health policy. Applications and guidelines can be found at http://www.urban.csuohio.edu/che and submitted through campus mail Kendra Daniel, Urban Affairs Room 127 or via email k.daniel@csuohio.edu .

The Center for Community Solutions 67th Annual Human Services Institute: Creating community solutions together!

The Center for Community Solutions 67th Annual Human Services Institute:
Creating community solutions together! Friday, March 13, 2009, Cleveland Convention Center.

Community Solutions’ Human Services Institute is Ohio’s longest-running and largest one-day professional development opportunity for staff and volunteers of health, social service, education, and other human service organizations. Inivted Levin College faculty and staff are participating in some sessions. For a complete list of sessions and speakers, visit the site www.communitysolutions.com

Health Equity: Exploring the Root Causes of Health Disparities at the Regional Level (Organized by Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs, Cleveland State University)Economic and racial inequities are well documented as leading causes of health disparities for persons across all socio-economic status. This interactive roundtable discussion will increase understanding and explore steps to address health disparities through health equity. Compelling segments of the documentary Unnatural Causes will be coupled with Northeast Ohio data illustrating regional health challenges. This session will be a catalyst to engage nonprofit leaders and other critical thinkers in an important community dialogue.

Terry Lenahan, Policy and Planning Associate, Community Solutions
Najeebah Shine, Director of Community Health Services, Cuyahoga County Board of Health
Moderator: Peter Whitt, Associate Director, Center for Health Equity, Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs, Cleveland State University

Research
What We Can Learn from the 2008 Ohio Family Health Survey
The Ohio Family Health Survey (OFHS) is a rich source of information about the perceived health of adults and children, their access to care, and their utilization of health care resources. Earlier surveys have provided essential data for a variety of applications that have helped community and public health organizations and health service providers better understand and document the health-related needs of the community. The session will describe what data are included in the new OFHS, conducted in the fall of 2008, and how it has been and will be used in Northeast Ohio.

Joe Ahern, Policy and Planning Associate, Community Solutions
Heather Beaird, Ph.D., Epidemiologist, Office of Epidemiology & Biostatistics, Summit County Health District
Moderator: Mark Salling, Ph.D., Williamson Fellow for Applied Research and Director of Research, Community Solutions; Director, NODIS, Cleveland State University

Fund Development/Using Data
Using Social Indicators and Related Data for Grant Applications
Human service providers seeking grants to support delivery of services must effectively document community needs with sound and relevant data. This session will provide information about data resources and issues, examples of how the data have been used in successful grant applications, and recommendations and cautions about how to use and present the data in grant applications.

Rick A. Kemm, MNO, Executive Director, May Dugan Multi Service Center
LaTida Lester, Senior Program Officer, Saint Luke’s Foundation; Chair, AIDS Funding Collaborative
Jeffrey L. Brudney, Ph.D., Albert A. Levin Chair of Urban Studies and Public Service, Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs, Cleveland State University
Moderator: Mark Salling, Ph.D., Williamson Fellow for Applied Research and Director of Research, Community Solutions; Director, NODIS, Cleveland State University

Cleveland State University and Siegal College Announce a Special Seminar: Traditional Jewish and Muslim Legal Attitudes Towards Mortgage Lending, and its Application to the Current Mortgage Crisis

Thursday, March 19, 2009; 12:00- 3:00 p.m. at CSU’s Levin College of Urban Affairs.
Cost: $25 (plus CE credit charges), includes kosher lunch. RSVP by March 12 to 216.464.4050 or r.simons@csuohio.edu

Led by Robert Simons, Ph.D., CSU. The panelists include: Rabbi Moshe Berger, Ph.D., Siegal College; Rabbi Ephraim Nisenbaum, Jewish Learning Connection; Mark Sundahl, J.D., CSU; Zeki Saritoprak, Ph.D., John Carroll University; Mitchell C. Schneider, J.D., Legacy Capital; and Fareed Siddiq, Financial Advisor, Smith Barney

This 2-hour panel will explore the traditional lending practices of Judaism and Islam. Ribbis (interest) under Jewish law (Halacha); and Riba (interest) and market rules (usul al-mua'malat) under Islamic law (Sharia) are quite similar in principle, yet differ in application, both from each other and from current secular lending practice. Panelists will also discuss the current lending crisis, mortgage defaults and foreclosures, securitization of pools of assets and derivatives and discuss if adherence to these traditional lending/business models have prevented or changed outcomes.

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	Levin College of Urban Affairs - CSU - News of the week 3.2.09 Here's what’s happening at the Levin College... For Students and From Students Friday Conversations The focus is on Ohio's fiscal future: UUP presents, "National Perspectives on State and Local finance in an Economic Crisis" Levin College Out and About Junior Faculty Mini-Grant Program The Center for Community Solutions 67th Annual Human Services Institute: Creating community soltuions together! CSU and Siegal College: Traditional Jewish and Muslim Legal Attitudes Towards Mortgage Lending, and its Application to the Current Mortgage Crisis For Students and From Students Columbus Success Internship Program ( Summer/Fall 2009) Experience practical politics firsthand by working for local, state, and national party organizations, candidates, interest groups, or public officials. Spend a semester in the State Capitol as a legislative intern and gain professional experience, build your resume, and earn academic credit To apply and for program requirements: Rachel Singer, GA and Internship Coordinator, Levin College of Urban Affairs, 216-687-2388. This program is a partnership between the Levin College of Urban Affairs and the University of Akron’s Bliss Institute for Applied Politics SAVE THE DATE! 2nd Annual Government Career Day! The 2nd Annual Government Career Day will be held on Friday, April 3, 2008 in the Atrium of the Urban Affairs Building, from 9:00am – 2:00pm. Over 40 agencies from all levels of government are expected to attend. Special workshops dealing with the federal government application process will be offered by government representatives throughout the day. Students and alumni are invited to come and explore the many opportunities available in government. Learn about writing effective KSA statements, navigating the usajobs web site, and how to get a job with the State of Ohio. Network with agency representatives as they discuss their own careers in government service as well as the openings they anticipate in their agencies. Friday Conversations--Weekly update on the status of UUP Funding The next weekly update is scheduled for Friday, March 6, 2009, 3:00-4:00 p.m. atrium. On February 27, Interim Dean Ned Hill held the third information session for Levin College faculty and staff on the status of UUP funding in the State of Ohio’s next fiscal budget. The strategy to reinstate UUP funding is very focused and continues to come together. The Plain Dealer published an article on the importance of continued funding for the UUP, "Cleveland State University tries to had off budget cuts." A website is being developed in support of the UUP that will have inforamtion on the history, value and impact of the UUP. The weekly sessions called “Friday Conversations” are co-hosted by Grace Drake and Patrick Sweeney. Molly Schnoke is heading Levin College internal communications for this effort. The focus is on Ohio’s fiscal future: Urban University Program (UUP) presents, "National Perspectives on State and Local Finance in an Economic Crisis” The Ohio Urban University Program (UUP) will present the second in a series of discussions with experts on timely topics affecting the fiscal future of the State of Ohio. The forum, entitled "National Perspectives on State and Local Finance in an Economic Crisis," will be held on Tuesday, March 3 at The Athletic Club of Columbus, Crystal Room, 136 East Broad Street, Columbus, from 4:00-5:30 p.m. There will be a reception immediately following. Check-in for the forum begins at 3:30 p.m. The forum is designed to provide national and statewide insight on the state of the economic crisis, the current strategies circulating to address the crisis, and the implications on state and local fiscal and economic conditions. For more information www.urban.csuohio.edu/uup/ LCUA Out and About Interim Dean Ned Hill is quoted in The Columbus Disptach for the story, "Plenty of Meetings Behind 'Surprise' Decision: Dowtown Development Board Planning City Center Demolition Only Quasi-Public." Dr. Mark Rosentraub was part of a panel discussion on WCPN called "Will the 'Buy American' Provision Mean More Ohio Jobs?" One of the University's news sources, The Cauldron is now available online and the Levin College of Urban Affairs was noted in the story, "Strickland Signs Land Bank Bill at Urban Affairs College." Levin College of Urban Affairs Junior Faculty Mini-Grant Program Applications are now being accepted. The Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs is excited to announce a mini-grant opportunity for junior faculty across Cleveland State University to develop preliminary data focused on addressing health disparities with the expectation to be used for future publications or larger research projects. Mini-grants of up to $7,000 will be awarded annually from 2009-2012. The deadline is April 1, 2009 . Award notification will be April 30th and the project period will be from May 1, 2009 – April 30, 2010. Applicants are encouraged to incorporate cross-disciplinary research though it is not required. Each application should focus on research around health disparities with topics ranging from exploring a specific disease (i.e. diabetes, hypertension), conducting qualitative research on the impact of health disparities at the individual level, exploring community health, or health policy. Applications and guidelines can be found at http://www.urban.csuohio.edu/che and submitted through campus mail Kendra Daniel, Urban Affairs Room 127 or via email k.daniel@csuohio.edu . The Center for Community Solutions 67th Annual Human Services Institute: Creating community solutions together! The Center for Community Solutions 67th Annual Human Services Institute: Creating community solutions together! Friday, March 13, 2009, Cleveland Convention Center. Community Solutions’ Human Services Institute is Ohio’s longest-running and largest one-day professional development opportunity for staff and volunteers of health, social service, education, and other human service organizations. Inivted Levin College faculty and staff are participating in some sessions. For a complete list of sessions and speakers, visit the site www.communitysolutions.com Health Equity: Exploring the Root Causes of Health Disparities at the Regional Level (Organized by Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs, Cleveland State University)Economic and racial inequities are well documented as leading causes of health disparities for persons across all socio-economic status. This interactive roundtable discussion will increase understanding and explore steps to address health disparities through health equity. Compelling segments of the documentary Unnatural Causes will be coupled with Northeast Ohio data illustrating regional health challenges. This session will be a catalyst to engage nonprofit leaders and other critical thinkers in an important community dialogue. Terry Lenahan, Policy and Planning Associate, Community Solutions Najeebah Shine, Director of Community Health Services, Cuyahoga County Board of Health Moderator: Peter Whitt, Associate Director, Center for Health Equity, Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs, Cleveland State University Research *What We Can Learn from the 2008 Ohio Family Health Survey* The Ohio Family Health Survey (OFHS) is a rich source of information about the perceived health of adults and children, their access to care, and their utilization of health care resources. Earlier surveys have provided essential data for a variety of applications that have helped community and public health organizations and health service providers better understand and document the health-related needs of the community. The session will describe what data are included in the new OFHS, conducted in the fall of 2008, and how it has been and will be used in Northeast Ohio. Joe Ahern, Policy and Planning Associate, Community Solutions Heather Beaird, Ph.D., Epidemiologist, Office of Epidemiology & Biostatistics, Summit County Health District Moderator: Mark Salling, Ph.D., Williamson Fellow for Applied Research and Director of Research, Community Solutions; Director, NODIS, Cleveland State University Fund Development/Using Data *Using Social Indicators and Related Data for Grant Applications* Human service providers seeking grants to support delivery of services must effectively document community needs with sound and relevant data. This session will provide information about data resources and issues, examples of how the data have been used in successful grant applications, and recommendations and cautions about how to use and present the data in grant applications. Rick A. Kemm, MNO, Executive Director, May Dugan Multi Service Center LaTida Lester, Senior Program Officer, Saint Luke’s Foundation; Chair, AIDS Funding Collaborative Jeffrey L. Brudney, Ph.D., Albert A. Levin Chair of Urban Studies and Public Service, Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs, Cleveland State University Moderator: Mark Salling, Ph.D., Williamson Fellow for Applied Research and Director of Research, Community Solutions; Director, NODIS, Cleveland State University Cleveland State University and Siegal College Announce a Special Seminar: Traditional Jewish and Muslim Legal Attitudes Towards Mortgage Lending, and its Application to the Current Mortgage Crisis Thursday, March 19, 2009; 12:00- 3:00 p.m. at CSU’s Levin College of Urban Affairs. Cost: $25 (plus CE credit charges), includes kosher lunch. RSVP by March 12 to 216.464.4050 or r.simons@csuohio.edu Led by Robert Simons, Ph.D., CSU. The panelists include: Rabbi Moshe Berger, Ph.D., Siegal College; Rabbi Ephraim Nisenbaum, Jewish Learning Connection; Mark Sundahl, J.D., CSU; Zeki Saritoprak, Ph.D., John Carroll University; Mitchell C. Schneider, J.D., Legacy Capital; and Fareed Siddiq, Financial Advisor, Smith Barney This 2-hour panel will explore the traditional lending practices of Judaism and Islam. Ribbis (interest) under Jewish law (Halacha); and Riba (interest) and market rules (usul al-mua'malat) under Islamic law (Sharia) are quite similar in principle, yet differ in application, both from each other and from current secular lending practice. Panelists will also discuss the current lending crisis, mortgage defaults and foreclosures, securitization of pools of assets and derivatives and discuss if adherence to these traditional lending/business models have prevented or changed outcomes. If you are having trouble viewing this email, please click here. To unsubscribe, please send an email to j.mccrone@csuohio.edu with the subject line UNSUBSCRIBE.
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