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News Headlines
November 7, 2009
There's always a lot going on at Miami Middletown. Read some of our top news stories here.
Miami Middletown to Host Bluegrass Legend J.D. Crowe on Nov. 21Miami University Middletown's Artist and Lecture Series continues its 2009-2010 season with a performance by bluegrass legend J.D Crowe and The New South at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21 in the campus' Dave Finkelman Auditorium.
International Bluegrass Music Association Hall of Fame inductee and two-time
Banjo Player of the Year, Crowe (www.jdcrowe.net) began his musical career with Jimmy Martin's Sunny Mountain Boys in the mid-1950s.
Today, his name is synonymous with unsurpassed mastery of bluegrass tradition, bold innovation, the nurturing of fresh talent and an uncompromising devotion to musical excellence. With a compelling blend of youth and experience, tradition and bold creativity, this is a band as close to the heart of bluegrass today as it — or anyone else — has ever been.
Tickets for this performance are $20 for adults, $15 for senior citizens (over 65) and Miami faculty/staff and $10 for students and youth (18 and younger). They are available online at www.tickets.muohio.edu or by calling (513) 727-3383. Tickets may be purchased in person at the Shriver Center box office in Oxford or from the cashier's office in Johnston Hall at Miami Middletown.
Upcoming Artist and Lecture Series events also include Playhouse in the Park's "Cyrano" on Feb. 5, Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis on Feb. 10, comedian Norm McDonald on March 27 and country star Marty Stuart on May 8. Miami University Middletown is located at 4200 E. University Blvd.
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Holiday Bazaar Set for Nov. 20, 21Get a head start on the holidays at Miami University Middletown's Eighth Annual MUM Yum Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 20 and 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21 in the Campus Community Center.
This year's MUM Yum will include: home made crafts, Longaberger baskets, holiday centerpieces, baked goods, fudge, hot cider and the traditional "MUM Yum" tree. The Bazaar proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Societys Relay for Life.
This event is sponsored by Miami Middletown's C.I.V.I.C. (Campus Individuals Volunteering in the Community) organization. For more information, call (513) 727-3205.
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Blood Drive Set for Nov. 19Miami University Middletown will host a blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 19. Donors must be at least 16 years old, weigh 110 pounds, be in good general health and must bring a photo I.D. that includes their full name.
For information on donor eligibility, visit www.cbccts.org, call (800) 388-4483 or email canidonate@cbccts.org Miami Middletown is located at 4200 E. University Blvd.
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MUM Hosts Campus Visit on November 10Miami University Middletown will host a Campus Visit Program focused on "Making Undergraduates Magnificent" at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 10 in the Campus Community Center.
The evening will feature presentations on admission, financial aid/scholarships, information on college majors at Miami and an overview of the application process. Current Miami Middletown students will host a question and answer session and will serve as tour guides for those wishing to take a brief tour of the campus.
Anyone wishing to apply for admission for Spring 2010 may do so at this program by bringing a high school transcript, GED or current college transcript and the $35 application fee.
Check-in will begin at 4:45 p.m. followed by light refreshments. All are welcome at this event and reservations are encouraged. For more information or to register, call the admission office at (513) 727-3216 or 1-86-MIAMI-MID (toll free) or email: mumadmission@muohio.edu. Miami University Middletown is located at 4200 E. University Blvd.
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Henny Penny is MUM's Next Free FridayMiami University Middletown's Fantastic Free Fridays series continues its tenth season on Friday, Nov. 6 with 10 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. performances of Henny Penny by ArtReach Theatre. While seating for the 10 a.m. performance is limited, the 12:30 p.m. show has ample seating available.
Based on the original folktale, Henny Penny enjoys a day gathering acorns when one hits her on the head. She is convinced the sky is falling and that she must tell the king. This performance is recommended for grades K-4.
The series' fall schedule will conclude with the Celtic/folk Maidens IV group at 10 a.m. on Dec. 4.
A generous donation from the Bever family of Oxford is again helping to support the Fantastic Free Fridays program. Fantastic Free Fridays performances are open to the public.
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Middletown Area Miami Alumni Host Wine TastingA wine tasting party and silent auction sponsored by the Middletown Area Chapter of the Miami University Alumni Association will be held at Miami's Voice of America Learning Center in West Chester at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7. The evening's proceeds will support scholarships for students beginning their education on the Middletown campus but may follow them to Oxford, Hamilton or the new VOA Learning Center.
Five wines with accompanying hors d'oeuvres from the Dorothy Lane Markets of Springboro and Dayton will be served. Dorothy Lane's wine expert, Todd Templin, will provide tasters with information concerning each of the selected wines, including white, red and dessert wines.
More than twenty items will be offered in a silent auction, including an original watercolor painting of the Black (Pugh's Mill) Covered Bridge near Oxford by the late, renowned watercolorist Frank Martindell. The painting was featured in Mr. Martindell's one-man show at the Middletown Art Center in 2007. Other items range from massages and spa treatments to Miami and Reds sports memorabilia and sports gear.
Reservations may be made by calling Joanne Harper at 513-529-1451 or by following an on-line link on www.miamialum.org. The cost is $40.00 per person or $35.00 for members of the Miami University Alumni Association. You do not have to be a graduate of Miami to attend. Anyone wishing more information may contact Joanne Harper (harperjh@muohio.edu), Paula Cohen (513-423-4443) or Ellen Kukuk (513-423-1778).
The Voice of America Learning Center is located at the corner of Cox Road and VOA Park Drive in West Chester.
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Chinese Acrobats Coming to Miami Middletown
Miami University Middletown's Artist and Lecture Series kicks off its 2009-2010 season at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7 with a must-see performance by the Acrobats of Hebei China at Dave Finkelman Auditorium. This show will bring Chinese traditions, incredible acrobatics, stunning costumes, Chinese props and beautiful music.
Ranging in ages from 19 - 25 and trained from childhood in acrobatics, these performer- athletes are marvels of what the human mind and body can accomplish. Performances such as Chinese poles, hoop diving and happy chef (with plates) are based on Chinese tradition and have been handed down through generations. The strength of hand balance and stacking chairs are exciting for audiences of all ages.
Hou Chunyan, artistic director, grew up learning the art of Chinese acrobatics and was a pupil of the Nanjing Troupes world famous Lu Yi who is currently master trainer with the San Francisco School of Circus Arts. Hou left China to join Cirque du Soliel, performing in their successful shows in Las Vegas. Some of his professional credits include the Cirque du Soliel's production of "Mystere" at the Mirage Resort in Las Vegas, the United Nations Peace Summit, the premier of Disney's animated movie "Mulan" and numerous shows at the Venetian and Circus Circus in Las Vegas.
Acrobats of Hebei China are a rigorously trained, superbly skilled and highly accomplished acrobatic troupe. They are talented and disciplined athletes who have entertained the world by performing an awe-inspiring spectacle leaving audiences amazed and delighted. Performances from South Africa to the South Pacific, from Korea to the United Kingdom, and now the Acrobats of Hebei China introduce their talents to the United States.
Tickets for this performance are $35 for adults, $25 for senior citizens and Miami faculty/staff and $15 for students/youth. They are available online at www.tickets.muohio.edu or by calling (513) 727-3383. Tickets may be purchased in person at the Shriver Center box office in Oxford or from the cashier's office in Johnston Hall at Miami Middletown.
The Miami Middletown Artist and Lecture Series 2009-2010 season will also include bluegrass and country music, comedy, a lecture and theatre. Miami University Middletown is located at 4200 E. University Blvd.
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Flu Prevention and Care — Update (8/27/09)Dear Miami Students, Faculty, Staff and Parents,
By now you know that flu can be spread easily from person to person. While global health officials are predicting high incidence of flu with the return of students to schools and campuses, at Miami we are taking steps to slow the spread. We need your help to accomplish this.
We are working closely across campus and with the Butler County health department to monitor flu conditions and make decisions about the best steps to take concerning our institution. In all decisions, Miami is following guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control http://www.flu.gov. We will keep you updated with new information as it becomes available to us.
For now, we are doing everything we can to keep the university operating as usual. Here are a few things you can do to help:
Practice good hand hygiene by washing your hands with soap and water, especially after coughing or sneezing. Alcohol-based hand cleaners also are effective. Hand sanitizer stations have been distributed at the entrances to residence and dining halls.
Practice respiratory etiquette by covering your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. If you don't have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your elbow or shoulder, not into your hands. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth; germs are spread this way.
Know the signs and symptoms of the flu. A fever is a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit or 38 degrees Celsius. Look for possible signs of fever: if the person feels very warm, has a flushed appearance, or is sweating or shivering. Symptoms of flu include fever or chills and cough or sore throat. In addition, symptoms of flu can include runny nose, body aches, headache, tiredness, diarrhea, or vomiting.
Stay home if you have flu or flu-like illness for at least 24 hours after you no longer have a fever (100 degrees Fahrenheit or 38 degrees Celsius) or signs of a fever (have chills, feel very warm, have a flushed appearance, or are sweating). This should be determined without the use of fever-reducing medications (any medicine that contains ibuprofen or acetaminophen). The flu may last up to 7 days. Don't go to class or work if you're ill. Ask a friend to bring meals to your room.
Talk with your health care providers about whether you should be vaccinated for seasonal flu. Also if you are at higher risk for flu complications from 2009 H1N1 flu, you should consider getting the H1N1 vaccine when it becomes available. People at higher risk for 2009 H1N1 flu complications include pregnant women and people with chronic medical conditions (such as asthma, heart disease, or diabetes). For more information about priority groups for vaccination, visit www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/vaccination/acip.htm .
Miami will provide vaccinations according to health department guidelines, based on availability. We strongly urge those for whom vaccines will be provided, to take them.
It is important for students who have temperatures of at least 102 degrees Fahrenheit or 38 degrees Celsius with a cough and/or sore throat to call the Student Health Service for an appointment (529-3000) to see a clinician. Students who have flu symptoms but also have chronic diseases such as diabetes, asthma, or heart problems also should call for an appointment.
For those who do become ill, the CDC has specific recommendations regarding the use of anti-viral medication. These recommendations also can change, according to the biology of the virus as well as other factors. Miami will dispense anti-viral medication based on these recommendations and the clinician's assessment.
Again, the university will monitor this closely and making pertinent information available as we receive it. We strongly recommend that students and parents monitor the student health service Web site, www.muohio.edu/health. A Frequently Asked Questions document is among information you can click on for details.
If this year's flu season becomes more severe, we may take the following additional steps to prevent the spread of the virus:
Allow students, faculty, and staff at higher risk for complications to stay home. These students, faculty, and staff should make this decision in consultation with their health care provider.
Find ways to increase social distances (the space between people) in classrooms such as moving desks farther apart, leaving empty seats between students, holding outdoor classes, and using distance learning methods.
Extend the time sick students, faculty, or staff stay home or in their residence. During severe flu conditions sick people should stay home for at least 7 days, even if they feel better sooner. Those who are still sick after 7 days should continue to stay home until at least 24 hours after symptoms have gone away. Symptoms of flu include fever or chills and cough or sore throat. In addition, symptoms of flu can include runny nose, body aches, headache, tiredness, diarrhea, or vomiting.
Suspend classes. This decision will be made together with local and state public health officials. The length of time classes should be suspended will depend on the goal of suspending classes as well as the severity and extent of illness.
Students who are studying abroad should follow recommendations from the university at which they are studying and should visit www.cdc.gov/travel for further health information while studying abroad.
For the most up-to-date information on flu, visit http://www.flu.gov , or call 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636).
We will notify you of any additional changes to Miami's strategy to prevent the spread of flu on our campus.
Sincerely,
Gail Walenga
Assistant Vice President, student health and wellness
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