blog.KON.org tag:blog.kon.org,2010://1 2010-06-14T20:40:37Z Kappa Omicron Nu Honor Society - Weblog Movable Type 4.32-en KON Chapter Grants Awarded tag:blog.kon.org,2010://1.156 2010-06-14T20:37:06Z 2010-06-14T20:40:37Z Omicron Beta Zeta Chapter of Virginia Tech was recently awarded Kappa Omicron Nu Chapter Awards for two projects: "Collaborating & Networking" and "Social Responsibility." The former project collaborated with the Upward Bound/Talent Search program by conducting workshops on applying for... D Mitstifer http://www.KON.org Omicron Beta Zeta Chapter of Virginia Tech was recently awarded Kappa Omicron Nu Chapter Awards for two projects: "Collaborating & Networking" and "Social Responsibility." The former project collaborated with the Upward Bound/Talent Search program by conducting workshops on applying for scholarships, resume writing and professionalism and on dating violence, depression/anxiety, and body image. The latter project collaborated with the graduate school on campus to conduct a workshop for undergraduate students on understanding and applying the graduate school application process. Omicron Beta Zeta Chapter is to be commended for active leadership on campus.]]> Omicron Nu Centennial in 2012 tag:blog.kon.org,2010://1.155 2010-06-10T16:56:28Z 2010-06-11T12:29:40Z The Centennial Planning Committee is hard at work planning the activities to honor the legacy of Omicron Nu. The honor society was founded in 1912 at Michigan Agricultural College, now Michigan State University. Faculty members were familiar with other honor... D Mitstifer http://www.KON.org The Centennial Planning Committee is hard at work planning the activities to honor the legacy of Omicron Nu. The honor society was founded in 1912 at Michigan Agricultural College, now Michigan State University. Faculty members were familiar with other honor societies, so Dean Maude Gilchrist and faculty decided to recognize home economics scholarship. The purposes of promoting scholarship, research, and leadership were the motivating factors behind its expansion to other campuses across the country. On February 21, 1990 Kappa Omicron Nu was established by the consolidation of Kappa Omicron Phi and Omicron Nu. Following a successful three-year collaboration as an Administrative Merger, Kappa Omicron Nu was structured to realize the synergistic benefits of two strong organizations. Headquartered in East Lansing, Michigan, Kappa Omicron Nu is located close to the Michigan State University campus. Kappa Omicron Nu serves human sciences academic units on about 100 campuses. The Centennial Committee is chaired by Linda Nelson (MSU), and committee members include Jenny Bond (MSU), Barbara Fraizier (WMU), Joy Jacobs (MSU), Janis Voege (CMU), and Dorothy Mitstifer, KON Executive Director. ]]> Kappa Omicron Nu Research Grant tag:blog.kon.org,2010://1.154 2010-06-10T16:54:14Z 2010-06-10T16:55:58Z It is a pleasure to announce that Loren Marks, faculty member at Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, is the recipient of the Kappa Omicron Nu National Alumni Research Grant. His research, "Families and Faith: A Qualitative Study of a Diverse... D Mitstifer http://www.KON.org It is a pleasure to announce that Loren Marks, faculty member at Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, is the recipient of the Kappa Omicron Nu National Alumni Research Grant. His research, "Families and Faith: A Qualitative Study of a Diverse U.S. Sample of Religious Families," will examine long-term marriages as well as the influence of religion. Congratulations, Loren. ]]> Jump with Jill tag:blog.kon.org,2010://1.153 2010-06-10T16:47:12Z 2010-06-10T16:54:01Z Congratulations to Jill Jayne (Omicron Tau, Penn State). Jump with Jill programming has reached an audience of 100,000 kids. Her combination of nutrition and exercise and music is a great answer to childhood obesity. Check out Jill at http://www.kon.org/chapter_files/eligibility.html.... D Mitstifer http://www.KON.org Congratulations to Jill Jayne (Omicron Tau, Penn State). Jump with Jill programming has reached an audience of 100,000 kids. Her combination of nutrition and exercise and music is a great answer to childhood obesity. Check out Jill at http://www.kon.org/chapter_files/eligibility.html. ]]> Congratulations to Omicron Beta Epsilon Chapter tag:blog.kon.org,2010://1.146 2010-05-18T15:58:29Z 2010-05-18T16:18:28Z The Spring 2010 publication of the chapter newsletter,The OBE, featured their yearly Research Night with undergraduate students Aron Tiongco and Kabrina Fiekert, graduate student Lisa Calanni, and professor Joyce Marie Brusasco. Also highlighted were interviews with two alumni, Joanne Bloomfield... D Mitstifer http://www.KON.org The Spring 2010 publication of the chapter newsletter,The OBE, featured their yearly Research Night with undergraduate students Aron Tiongco and Kabrina Fiekert, graduate student Lisa Calanni, and professor Joyce Marie Brusasco. Also highlighted were interviews with two alumni, Joanne Bloomfield and Claudia Langton Forbes. Both alumni members shared their career accomplishments. Amanda Mason and Diana Tanus recounted their 2009 Kappa Omicron Nu Conclave experience. The newsletter is a beautifully designed publication and a credit to Omicron Beta Epsilon Chapter of CSU-Northridge. See www.csun.edu/~matthews. ]]> Nu Alpha Alpha Chapter Installed tag:blog.kon.org,2010://1.145 2010-05-02T20:33:11Z 2010-05-02T20:45:06Z Kappa Omicron Nu is pleased to announce the installation of Nu Alpha Alpha Chapter at the University of Texas at Tyler on April 30, 2010. Thirty-seven members of the Department of Health and Kinesiology were initiated by Executive Director Dorothy... D Mitstifer http://www.KON.org Kappa Omicron Nu is pleased to announce the installation of Nu Alpha Alpha Chapter at the University of Texas at Tyler on April 30, 2010. Thirty-seven members of the Department of Health and Kinesiology were initiated by Executive Director Dorothy I. Mitstifer. Dr. Scott Marzilli, an Omicron Pi member at Florida State University, is department chair and adviser. Officers are Natalie Wade - President, James Gardner - Vice President, and Sara Speer - Secretary. Congratulations.]]> Nu Phi Chapter Installed tag:blog.kon.org,2010://1.143 2010-04-25T20:51:21Z 2010-04-25T21:07:00Z Kappa Omicron Nu is happy to announce that Nu Phi Chapter was installed at the University of New Haven (CT) on Friday, April 23, 2010. Georgia Chavent is director of the nutrition and dietetics program, and Holly Betts is the... D Mitstifer http://www.KON.org Kappa Omicron Nu is happy to announce that Nu Phi Chapter was installed at the University of New Haven (CT) on Friday, April 23, 2010. Georgia Chavent is director of the nutrition and dietetics program, and Holly Betts is the chapter adviser. Congratulations. Dorothy I. Mitstifer visited the campus to install the chapter and to speak at the Induction Ceremony of the Honor Society for Experiential Education. Her address, Connecting Honor Societies to a Broader Social Meaning, focused on empowerment and the responsibilities of honor societies----and honor society members.]]> Athletic Training Featured in URJHS tag:blog.kon.org,2010://1.141 2010-04-22T14:52:49Z 2010-04-22T15:01:51Z The Undergraduate Journal for the Human Sciences is pleased to announce the publication of a special edition, "Selected Topics in Athletic Training." Our congratulations to the following members of Nu Omicron Chapter at California University of Pennsylvania: Courtney Footskulak, Greg... D Mitstifer http://www.KON.org The Undergraduate Journal for the Human Sciences is pleased to announce the publication of a special edition, "Selected Topics in Athletic Training." Our congratulations to the following members of Nu Omicron Chapter at California University of Pennsylvania: Courtney Footskulak, Greg Harrison, Deidra McFate, Erica D. Carlyn Stuart, and Leslie Willis. Dr. Rebecca Hess was the writing adviser, and Dr. Joni Roh is the chapter adviser. Click on URC on the homepage, www.kon.org. Again, congratulations. ]]> Class Project Published in URJHS tag:blog.kon.org,2010://1.139 2010-04-14T20:15:33Z 2010-04-14T20:33:54Z The Undergraduate Research Journal for the Human Sciences is pleased to announce the publication, "Art: The Artist, The Land, The Community." Four South Dakota State University students contributed manuscripts to this class project in the Honors Art Appreciation course taught... D Mitstifer http://www.KON.org The Undergraduate Research Journal for the Human Sciences is pleased to announce the publication, "Art: The Artist, The Land, The Community." Four South Dakota State University students contributed manuscripts to this class project in the Honors Art Appreciation course taught by Dr. Leda Cempellin. The theme grew out of the 2010 Upper Midwest Honors Conference: "Mitakuye Oyasin," roughly translated in the Dakota/Nakota/Lakota language as "we are all related." Artists studied were Maya Lin, Andy Goldworthy, Jim Deneven, and Wanda Gag.]]> Kappa Omicron Nu Research Grant tag:blog.kon.org,2010://1.138 2010-04-14T19:50:21Z 2010-04-14T19:59:00Z It is a pleasure to announce that Dr. Ronald L. Mullis of the Florida State University has been awarded a New Initiatives Grant for 2010-2011. Dr. Mullis and doctoral student, Mercedes Nalls, will examine the advice and support of siblings... D Mitstifer http://www.KON.org It is a pleasure to announce that Dr. Ronald L. Mullis of the Florida State University has been awarded a New Initiatives Grant for 2010-2011. Dr. Mullis and doctoral student, Mercedes Nalls, will examine the advice and support of siblings and peers in identity formation related to the career and educational goals of emerging adults. The title of the research project is "New Initative: Relations between Sibling Support and Identity Formation Processes." Congratulations Ronald and Mercedes.]]> Kappa Omicron Nu Fellowship Awards tag:blog.kon.org,2010://1.137 2010-04-14T19:36:51Z 2010-04-14T19:49:14Z It is a pleasure to announce the following fellowship awards for 2010-2011. Jennifer R. Walsh of the University of Maine - Hettie Margaret Anthony Doctoral Fellowship - Ms. Walsh is examining ways that a community-based participatory approach can understand the... D Mitstifer http://www.KON.org It is a pleasure to announce the following fellowship awards for 2010-2011.
  • Jennifer R. Walsh of the University of Maine - Hettie Margaret Anthony Doctoral Fellowship - Ms. Walsh is examining ways that a community-based participatory approach can understand the complex behavioral and environmental factors that influence health and quality of life among young adults, particularly concerning excessive weight gain.
  • Catherine C. Coccia of the Florida State University - Omicron Nu Research Doctoral Fellowship - Ms. Coccia is studying the role of overindulgent parenting in diet and health behaviors of emerging adults. Congratulations Jennifer and Catherine.
]]> AAFCS 101st Annual Conference tag:blog.kon.org,2010://1.123 2010-03-03T22:13:53Z 2010-03-03T22:29:30Z Kappa Omicron Nu is pleased to announce the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Annual Conference, New Century for FCS: New Challenges, New Solutions, June 24-25, 2010, in Cleveland, OH. Featured among the speakers are Dr. Jeanne M. Hogarth... D Mitstifer http://www.KON.org New Century for FCS: New Challenges, New Solutions, June 24-25, 2010, in Cleveland, OH. Featured among the speakers are Dr. Jeanne M. Hogarth of the Federal Reserve Board, Robert Mohelnitzky of Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin, and Dr. Michael F. Roizen of the Cleveland Clinic. Participants can choose from more than 40 educational sessions and attend other learning and networking events. For further information, see www.aafcs.org.]]> Habitat for Humanity International elects Gladys Gary Vaughn to serve as secretary of its board of directors tag:blog.kon.org,2009://1.107 2009-12-02T06:22:42Z 2009-12-02T06:29:25Z Blog Admin http://www.kon.org Gladys-Gary-Vaughn.jpg Habitat for Humanity News Release ATLANTA (Nov. 16, 2009)

Gladys Gary Vaughn, Special Assistant to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, has been elected to serve as secretary of Habitat for Humanity International’s board of directors. Vaughn was chosen to be an officer of the 25-member board that oversees the organization’s mission of building, rehabilitating and repairing simple, decent housing in partnership with people in need throughout the world.

“My election to this position on Habitat’s board is an opportunity to help families in need of decent housing,” said Vaughn. “I am deeply honored to serve in this capacity and thankful that Habitat has afforded me an opportunity to become a partner in providing access to affordable housing to people in need worldwide.”

Vaughn holds a doctorate in home economics education and administration from the University of Maryland at College Park. She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta sorority and is the immediate past national president of The Links Incorporated, two of the oldest and largest volunteer service organizations of women who are committed to enriching, sustaining and ensuring the culture and economic survival of African Americans and other persons of African ancestry. Vaughn is a past chair of the Kappa Omicron Nu Board of Directors.

Members of the HFHI board receive no compensation for their voluntary service. Board terms are two years and each member may serve up to four terms.

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Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built more than 300,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.5 million people. For more information, visit www.habitat.org.

]]> Eileen Maddex In Memoriam tag:blog.kon.org,2009://1.106 2009-11-20T15:38:18Z 2009-11-20T16:29:25Z D Mitstifer http://www.KON.org Kappa Omicron Nu Announces Junior Faculty Grant tag:blog.kon.org,2009://1.103 2009-10-03T18:20:54Z 2009-10-04T22:53:45Z Kappa Omicron Nu is pleased to announce the Ruth E. Hawthorne grant program for tenure track assistant professors seeking support for a research/creative activities agenda. This grant program can serve as a seed grant and may be renewed for a... D Mitstifer http://www.KON.org Kappa Omicron Nu is pleased to announce the Ruth E. Hawthorne grant program for tenure track assistant professors seeking support for a research/creative activities agenda. This grant program can serve as a seed grant and may be renewed for a second year. This program supports individuals beginning independent research careers in academia who do not have other substantial sources of research dollars. Indirect costs are not provided to the institution. Kappa Omicron Nu membership is required of the applicants (individual membership affiliation is available to those who meet the criteria for membership).

This grant is funded by an estate gift by Ruth E. Hawthorne who passed away September 28, 2007. Dr. Hawthorne was active in the International Textiles and Apparel Association and was particularly interested in young faculty members. She taught at Indiana State University and Utah State University in clothing and textiles programs. A native of Pennsylvania, Ruth received a BS at Drexel Institute (now University) and a doctorate from Ohio State University.

The first grant will be awarded for the 2011-2012 academic year. The deadline for applications is February 15, 2011.

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