News and Events
Mark Your Calendar!
- April 26 MAE Capstone Poster Session (Scholarpalozza) 5:30 – 7 PM Old Bag of Nails (upstairs)
- April 27-29 Founders Day and Alumni Weekend
- April 30 Cardinal Colloquium
- May 5 Transition workshop for Veterans 9 AM Science Building 104
- May 19 Master’s Commencement
- May 29 Summer Term Starts
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From the Dean
Endless Possibilities. . . . .
Congratulations again on the attainment of your Graduate Degree from Otterbein, whether just last spring or a few years ago! You are now sitting comfortably in an area of growing demand for employment! According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and a comprehensive outlook of employment in the United States through 2020, the number of jobs requiring a master’s degree for entry is projected to increase by 22% between 2010 and 2020 (Sommers & Franklin, 2012).
Work in the health care field is expected to lead employment growth between 2010 and 2020, with an average projected annual gain of 3.0% between 20101 and 2020. Strong growth in employment, with projected annual gains of 2.3% and 2.1% is expected in education and professional/business services, respectively (Henderson, 2012). We have always known the talent and abilities of Otterbein Master degree graduates but are excited by the endless opportunities created by this surge in job prospects.
As Dean of The Graduate School I am always amazed by the accomplishments of our master’s graduates whether in Education, Business and/or Nursing. Nothing is more energizing and enjoyable than to hear about the success, promotions, and positive effect of the work you are doing on a daily basis. Please continue your perusal of this Graduate School newsletter to find out what your classmates and colleagues have also achieved. We will continue in our efforts to showcase your extraordinary achievements! Please assure that Otterbein knows about your work, your passions, and your accomplishments, contact Vicki Miller (Vmiller@otterbein.edu or 614.823.1839) to share your story.
Your success can be and is an inspiration for us all, you remind us to keep dreaming about the endless possibilities for achievement available to each of us through the skills and knowledge gained during your graduate education. Otterbein University and the Graduate School are very pleased to announce the opening of two new Master’s level degree programs beginning summer, 2012. The Master’s of Science in Allied Health and the Master’s of Art in Mathematical Education begin their journey towards producing professionals that will advance their profession through advanced expertise and leadership. Two new beginnings, both with endless possibilities. . . . . .
Henderson, R. (2012) Industry employment and output projections to 2020. Monthly Labor Review Online, 135(1), 65-83. Retrieved from http://www.bls.gov/opub/mlr/2012/01/
Sommers, D. & Franklin, J.C. (2012) Overview of projections to 2020. Monthly Labor Review Online. 135(1), 3-20. Retrieved from http://wwww.bls.gov/opub/mlr/2012/01/
News
Governor Kasich signed Schedule II APN prescribing bill
Two bills that will impact practice have moved through the Ohio Legislature. Ohio Senate Bill 83 (SB 83) and Ohio House Bill 141 (HB 141) will enhance the ability of advanced practice nurses (APNs) to prescribe Schedule II controlled medications in select clinical settings. APNs are registered nurses who have obtained at least a Master’s degree, specialty certification and advanced pharmacology training. APNs may not begin to prescribe schedule II medications immediately and MUST wait until at least 90 days after the day of the governor’s signature and the promulgation of rules by the Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN).
“The passage of this bill will expand prescribing privilege of schedule II medications by qualified APNs allowing for greater access to needed quality health care for Ohioans – a major step forward for all health care consumers” says Dean Schaffner.
“Otterbein will offer a continuing education program in the near future that will meet all rule requirements of the OBN for safe and effective schedule II prescribing. Please watch the Department of Nursing website for details about cost and availability.”
Otterbein to Offer Two New Master’s Programs
Two new programs will launch at Otterbein this summer – Master of Science in Allied Health and Master of Arts in Educational Mathematics. Otterbein also received approval from the Higher Learning Commission to provide notification only for new master's degrees rather than complete a full proposal. This approval will shorten the time frame to launch a new program. All new Otterbein programs receive full review from the Ohio Board of Regents.
For more on each program, visit www.otterbein.edu and watch for details in the next newsletter!
Spotlights:
Celebrations:
Publications:
- Ann Teske, Nursing “Roles and Utilization of Advanced Practice Nurses in Ohio's Critical Access Hospital” to be published in the February issue of Journal for Nurse Practitioners
- Bruce Bailey and Michael Levin, Business, Accounting and Economics, “Fidello Cigar Cutter” published in the North American Case Research Association Conference Proceedings
Grants:
- Wendy Sherman-Heckler (Faculty, Education) $108,584 - Operation Physics grant funded for second consecutive year
- Barbara Schaffner (Interim Dean and Faculty Nursing) $200,000 - Ohio Board of Nursing to expand community collaborations and use of synchronous technology tools for graduate courses. Project team includes Marjorie Vogt and Jackie Haverkamp
- Shirine Mafi, (Management) $2,000 grant from The Ohio Campus Compact for Pay it Forward Project for 2011-2012
- Claire Parson (Staff Assistant): Student Research fund recipient
- Denise Flint (Graduate Assistant): Student Research fund recipient
Community:
- David Dennis, 2010-11, President, American Accounting Association of Ohio
- Shirine Mafi with students initiated the Association for Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Student Chapter – the first in Central Ohio