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Daheia Barr-Anderson, PhD, Publishes work on Adolescents and Television
Powell Center Women’s Health Scholar Daheia Barr-Anderson, PhD, published a paper in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity about the relationship between TV and diet over the transition from adolescence to young adulthood. The research is part of the U of M’s School of Public Health’s Project Eating Among Teens (EAT). The study found that heavy-viewing high schoolers had a lower intake of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and calcium-rich foods, and higher intakes of snack foods, fried foods, fast food, sugar-sweetened beverages and trans-fats five years down the road. Dr. Barr-Anderson is from the School of Kinesiology in the College of Education and Human Development. To view the Dr. Barr-Anderson’s interview, visit http://blog.lib.umn.edu/cehd/insideout/2009/01/barranderson_publishes_groundb.html.
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Mary Jo Kreitzer, PhD, RN, Testifies Before US Senate Health Committee
Mary Jo Kreitzer, PhD, RN, Director of the Center for Spirituality & Healing and Professor at the School of Nursing, testified before the U.S Senate Health Committee in Washington, D.C., on “Integrative Care: A Pathway to Healthcare Reform.” Watch the testimony at http://help.senate.gov/Hearings/2009_02_23/2009_02_23.html?zbrandid=4262&zidType=CH&zid=863047&zsubscriberId=1007299808. (Dr. Kreitzer begins speaking approximately 53 minutes into the hearing.)
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West Suburban Teen Clinic Executive Director Position Available
West Suburban Teen Clinic is seeking an Executive Director. The clinic’s vision is that all youth are educated and empowered to make responsible decisions regarding their health and relationships. Please submit resume or CV and cover letter, including salary requirements and availability, and three professional references to jeank@wstcmn.org, or mail to Human Resources, West Suburban Teen Clinic, 478 Second Street, Excelsior, MN 55331. No phone calls, please.
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Call for Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) Articles
The interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed journal Family & Community Health will produce an issue on community based participatory health (CBPR). Articles are due by September 1, 2009 to Issue Co-Editors Elnora (Nonie) P. Mendias and Elizabeth (Liz) Reifsnider at the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Nursing in Galveston, Texas. Please submit manuscripts for consideration electronically to nmendias@utmb.edu and elreifsn@utmb.edu. For further information about the journal or to access the Author Guide on the Family & Community Health website at www.familyandcommunityhealth.com.
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Minnesota Community Experience Program
The Medical School and the Minnesota Hospital Association are collaborating on a pilot program to offer one-month service-learning experiences in 10 rural communities in Minnesota. Beginning in May, these sites offer excellent opportunities for self-directed students to learn from their preceptors in clinical settings, while also pursuing community-service projects. Housing will be provided by the communities. The program, overseen by Associate Dean for Primary Care Kathleen Brooks, M.D., M.B.A., M.P.A., is being coordinated by Jo Peterson, Ph.D., working with hospital administrators in Ada, Aitkin, Appleton, Crookston, Detroit Lakes, Granite Falls, Montevideo, Redwood Falls, Roseau, and Tracy. For more information, contact jopete@umn.edu.
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Child Nutrition Promotion and School Lunch Protection Act
Please urge your Congressional Representative to get junk food out of schools. The current nutrition standards for foods sold in vending machines and a la carte lines are 30 years old and no longer make sense. The Child Nutrition Promotion and School Lunch Protection Act soon will be reintroduced in the House of Representatives, and would update the national nutrition standards for foods sold out of vending machines, a la carte, and other foods sold outside of school meals. Visit http://takeaction.cspinet.org/campaign/housenutritionstandardsbill for more information.
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Eleventh Annual University of Minnesota Outstanding Community Service Awards
The University's Outstanding Community Service Awards recognize faculty, staff, students, and University-affiliated community members who have made significant contributions to society's well-being, by devoting their time, talents, and expertise to serve the public good. The Outstanding Community Service Awards recognize extraordinary and impactful public service that University members and University-affiliated partners perform in the community. All other award winners will receive a one-time payment of $2,500. The application and a list of previous winners can be found at http://www.engagement.umn.edu/awards/index.html. Deadline: March 23, 2009.
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CityKid Java Café
University Dining Service (UDS) is proud to announce the opening of CityKid Java Café in the lower level of Carlson School of Management. CityKid Java Café is a product of UDS' partnership with South Minneapolis non-profit organization, Urban Ventures. Urban Ventures uses 100% of its profits from CityKid Java coffee to fund programming for at-risk youth. CityKid Java coffees are purchased at or above the fair industry cost and grown on plantations engaged in sustainable farming practices. CityKid Java Café is open Monday - Thursday 4:00pm - 8:30pm and Saturday -Sunday 2:00pm - 6:00pm. The cafe offers CityKid Java coffee and espresso drinks, a wide assortment of grab & go items such as fresh prepared salads, sandwiches, soups, yogurt parfaits, fruit cups, veggies & dip, cookies and dessert bar.
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Powell Center for Women’s Health FREE “Passports to Health”
The Powell Center for Women’s Health is excited to announce our women’s health booklets, Passports to Health. The passport is full of information every woman should know about their health throughout their lifespan. Please call 612-626-1125 if you have questions or would like free copies. Visit www.wmhealth.umn.edu to preview the passport.
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Schedule a Workshop on Human Trafficking
The Minnesota Human Trafficking Watch offers free workshops for health care and other services providers. Topics include strategies for identifying potential victims and resources available in Minnesota. To schedule a free training at your facility, please call Civil Society at 651-291-0713. The Powell Center for Women's Health is a member of the MN Human Trafficking Watch, working specifically with health care providers to raise awareness of the issue. An informational sheet for health care providers is available http://www.womenshealth.umn.edu/img/assets/10088/HEALTH_PROVIDERS_TRAFFICKING_FLYER_112806.pdf.
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Powell Center Internship Program
The Powell Center for Women’s Health is proud to announce a new internship program that connects students with faculty members and community organizations that have an interest in women’s health issues. We are currently accepting project opportunities related to women’s health from faculty members and community organizations. If you are a current student wanting to gain some internship experience, please check our current opportunities and download an application found on our website. Click here to view our current opportunities and to receive more information.
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Powell Center Membership – Apply Today!
Are you committed to advancing women’s health? If you are interested in becoming a member of the Powell Center for Women’s Health, an online application form is now available! Information regarding privileges, responsibilities and criteria for membership is available online. Please visit http://www.womenshealth.umn.edu/wmhlth/fac.html for information on becoming a member or to apply online today. Membership is free and the application takes only a few minutes to complete. Eligible members include faculty, university staff, fellows, students, and community members.
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