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IN THIS NEWSLINE ISSUED January 26, 2007:
- RETAIL STUDENTS MANAGE STORE IN TUCSON MALL
- NEW PUBLICATIONS ON FIBER, FAT AND CHOLESTEROL
- CALS PROGRAMS AMONG TOP-RANKED IN U.S.
- BULLYING IN SCHOOLS
- WORKSHOP ON KEEPING KIDS ACTIVE AND HEALTHY--FEBRUARY 15
- RISING CARBON DIOXIDE LEVELS
- CALS WEB SITES RECOMMENDED IN THE NEWS
- HIGH DESERT GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 15-16
- SOUTHWEST NUTRITION AND MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 22-23
1 RETAIL STUDENTS MANAGE STORE IN TUCSON MALL
Brittany Lee's career in high fashion is getting its start in a student-run college apparel shop.
"I'm working toward New York," said Lee, 20, a junior at the University of Arizona's Terry Lundgren Center for Retailing.
Lee is among dozens of students working for college credits at The A Store, which sells UA-themed clothing and accessories inside Tucson Mall. The store is staffed by the UA's retailing majors and they run the store through the year.
From the Arizona Daily Star:
http://www.azstarnet.com/business/165094.php
Melinda Burke, Terry J. Lundgren Center for Retailing
To learn more:
http://terryjlundgrencenter.org/
2 NEW PUBLICATIONS ON FIBER, FAT AND CHOLESTEROL
A typical New Year's resolution may last for about three weeks. After that, the impetus for positive change may begin to slow. Dietary resolutions can be especially difficult to keep up with, but getting up-to-date information can provide the needed jump start. Two new CALS publications on nutrition are available for downloading.
"Fat and Cholesterol Update" is a two-page guide outlining the important role of fats and cholesterol in the body and how to obtain them in the proper amounts without overdoing it. Various types of fat are discussed, including saturated; monounsaturated; polyunsaturated; omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids; and trans-fats. Tips are provided for sources of good fats and the ratios of different fats to consume for good health. The publication is available at http://cals.arizona.edu/pubs/health/az1126.pdf
"Dietary Fiber" is a two-page guide that explains the benefits of fiber, including its cancer prevention properties, and offers simple ways to add more fiber to your diet. A diet higher in fiber can help lower blood pressure, aiding in the prevention of heart disease and stroke. High fiber diets can also play a role in weight control. The publication can be downloaded at http://cals.arizona.edu/pubs/health/az1127.pdf
Scottie Misner, Nutritional Sciences
3 CALS PROGRAMS AMONG TOP-RANKED IN U.S.
New rankings based on the scholarly activity activity of faculty place several University of Arizona programs among the best in the country.
The recently released Faculty Scholarly Productivity Index, a new means of assessing doctoral programs at research universities, ranks 354 institutions and more than 7,300 doctoral programs.
The UA College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) was very prominent in the national rankings. Productivity in the doctoral programs that emphasize agronomy and crop sciences ranked first, entomology ranked second, and the nutrition doctoral program placed tenth.
The rankings measure the productivity of individual faculty members, based on publications completed, including books and journal articles published and cited, federal grant dollars awarded, and honors and awards received.
Colin Kaltenbach, Arizona Agricultural Experiment Station
To learn more:
http://cals.arizona.edu/media/archives/9.20.html
Bullying, name-calling and harrassment are serious problems in Arizona schools. Research shows that harassment makes students feel unsafe at school, and school safety is strongly linked to the things we care about for our students: academic success, mental health and acceptable behavior.
Bullying has received a lot of attention over the past several years. Recent attention is now focused on the prejudice that underlies the bullying and harrassment experienced by students. Specifically, homophobia and sexism are major factors in school safety for today's students.
From the Arizona Daily Star, http://www.azstarnet.com/opinion/164850
For results of a recent study on bullying in schools, go to http://www.azstarnet.com/metro/165264.php
Stephen Russell, Institute for Children, Youth and Families
To learn more:
http://http://cals.arizona.edu/icyf/
5 WORKSHOP ON KEEPING KIDS ACTIVE AND HEALTHY--FEBRUARY 15
Keeping children physically active and healthy helps them perform better in school and may reduce medical visits and stress. Elementary and middle school teachers, youth program coordinators, after-school program coordinators, parks and recreation leaders, 4-H Leaders, and volunteer leaders can learn about the many options at a Healthy Active Kids Workshop, February 15th, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The hands-on workshop will be held at the Pima County Cooperative Extension, at 4210 N. Campbell Avenue in Tucson.
Participants will be provided with information on physical activity and nutrition that can be easily integrated into classroom lessons or youth programming. Topics covered include healthy weight for children and families; portion control and hunger scale; Classy Moves, mini-lessons for physical activity in the classroom; and healthy celebrations, snacks, and rewards. Participants will have an opportunity to review research-based curricula such as Food, Fun & Reading; MyPyramid for Kids; and Jump into Fitness.
Contact: Linda Block, Pima County Cooperative Extension
To learn more:
http://cals.arizona.edu/maricopa/fcs/HealthyActiveKids.php
6 RISING CARBON DIOXIDE LEVELS
Recent observations and scientific research indicate that climate change, with its greater extremes in meteorological trends and overall temperature increases, is likely to affect land resources. Natural resource managers need to continually update their knowledge concerning potential impacts of climate to assist decision making and planning.
Carbon dioxide (CO2) is one of the main greenhouse gases that contributes to global warming. In addition to influencing climate, carbon dioxide has a direct, measurable effect on plant growth. Plants tend to grow better under conditions of higher carbon dioxide levels. Scientists have dubbed this effect "CO2 fertilization."
It is well documented that atmospheric carbon dioxide has increased from mid-nineteenth century pre-industrial levels of about 280 parts per million to roughly 380 parts per million in 2005. Levels have been increasing by about 1 to 2 parts per million a year since instrumental measurements began in 1958. Because of ongoing contributions from human activity, levels are expected to continue rising in the foreseeable future.
A new CALS publication called "Rising Carbon Dioxide Levels and Forest Management," part of the Climate Change and Variability in the Southwest Ecosystem Series, is available at the link below. The four-page guide discusses plant responses to carbon dioxide levels, ecosystem changes and land management implications, and questions for further research.
Chris Jones, Gila County Cooperative Extension
To learn more:
http://cals.arizona.edu/pubs/natresources/az1395.pdf
7 CALS WEB SITES RECOMMENDED IN THE NEWS
Among the UA's hundreds of Web sites, many cover topics of interest to the general public, as noted in the Arizona Daily Star:
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences home page "Extension Outreach" link offers information that can be useful to gardeners trying to identify garden critters: cals.arizona.edu/extension.
"Tomatoes Live!" at the Controlled Environment Agriculture Center Internet site allows you to see something of hydroponic plant life at the UA's greenhouses on North Campbell Avenue via webcam.
To learn more:
http://www.azstarnet.com/metro/165123.php
8 HIGH DESERT GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 15-16
With more than 20 sessions focusing on food production, landscaping with native plants, and environmental stewardship, the High Desert Gardening and Landscaping Conference is the perfect place for seasoned gardeners and those new to desert conditions to learn the latest research, tools and techniques.
In addition to the sessions, a vendor fair will feature low water use plants and succulents, rainwater harvesting barrels, desert gardening books, art, tools and supplies, information booths, and more.
The conference will be held February 15-16 at The Palms, 255 W. Wilcox Drive, in Sierra Vista. The cost is $50 for one day or $85 for both days and includes breakfast, lunch and Friday reception. The conference runs from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day.
Rob Call, Cochise County Cooperative extension
To learn more:
http://cals.arizona.edu/cochise/mg/hotd2007.htm
9 SOUTHWEST NUTRITION AND MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 22-23
The 2007 Southwest Nutrition and Management Conference will be held February 22-23 at the Tempe Mission Palms Hotel & Conference Center near the Arizona State University campus.
This conference is recognized as one of the largest annual gatherings of west coast dairy and beef nutritionists, consultants, academics and veterinarians. It provides an opportunity to learn more about cutting-edge research regarding cattle nutrition, metabolism and management as well as a chance to network with key personnel in the West Coast dairy and beef industry.
Topics will include the latest research findings on the effects of heat stress on dairy cattle, dairy breed comparisons, forage quality and other issues. A special pre-conference symposium will be offered on maximizing fiber digestion.
Bob Collier, Department of Animal Sciences
To learn more:
http://animal.cals.arizona.edu/swnmc/2007/
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