August 30^th marks the 2013 annual College Colors Day, a tradition to promote school spirit and the start of college football season.  Students, staff, alumni & fans are encouraged to participate by wearing their BLACK and GOLD.

Also, Mizzou is participating in the second annual College Colors Day spirit competition and is asking for fan support to help win the national Spirit Cup award, which includes $10,000 toward the general scholarship fund.

By visiting https://www.facebook.com/collegecolorsday Tiger fans can register to vote for Mizzou as the school with the most college spirit and loyal fan base. After placing a vote, fans will have the opportunity to win prizes and discounts through an instant win game, view and submit photos to the College Colors Day fan photo gallery, and download a custom Facebook cover photo promoting Mizzou for College Colors Day. The Facebook-based rivalry competition kicks off Monday, August 12 and runs through 11:59 PM EST on Thursday, August 29.  Fans can vote once each day and can check who is winning the competition nationally and within each conference. The winner will be announced on College Colors Day on Friday, August 30.

Notes from the Gathering, an annual summer meeting of campus colleagues to discuss the upcoming academic year, are available at http://reslife.missouri.edu/gathering/.

Please join us for the upcoming summer meetup of the Central Missouri Library Enthusiasts!

This is the MLA networking group in the Columbia/Jefferson City area for library staff, library students, librarians, and others interested in libraries.

Details:

Thursday, July 18th, 2013 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Shakespeare’s Pizza Downtown

225 South Ninth Street

Columbia, Missouri 65201

Please RSVP via our web form here: http://bit.ly/1aOgcK2

If you have questions, please email me (Abbie Brown) or Darell Schmick (schmickd@health.missouri.edu).

Find us on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/midmolibrarians

The Library News Notes editorial staff will be on vacation from June 27 through July 5, so there will be no News Notes next week.

Baltimore, MD – June 18, 2013 – Eight distinguished scholarly presses, including the recently-revived University of Missouri Press and the Chinese University Press, are confirmed to join the University Press Content Consortium (UPCC) and make their books available digitally on the Project MUSE platform in 2014. Cornell University Press, Northern Illinois University Press, Ohio State University Press, School for Advanced Research (SAR) Press, Texas Tech University Press, and University of South Carolina Press constitute the remainder of the new participants in UPCC Books on MUSE.

The new participating publishers bring a variety of program strengths in MUSE’s core humanities and social science disciplines, including political science and policy studies, cultural studies, anthropology, literary theory and criticism, religion, Asian studies, United States regional studies, and Indigenous studies. Their books will join the more than 23,000 scholarly titles expected to be available on the MUSE platform by the end of 2013, and will bring the total number of UPCC presses to 91. A complete list of UPCC publishers is available at http://muse.jhu.edu/about/UPCC.html.

All of the new presses are expected to make their books available in both the UPCC Collections on MUSE and the recently launched Single Title Sales program, a partnership initiative with YPB Library Services facilitated through YBP’s GOBI3 acquisition interface. Details on 2014 collections and titles will be released in October.

Books on MUSE are now available for unlimited DRM-free usage, downloading and printing by scholars and students at over 150 institutions in nearly 20 countries. Acquisition of MUSE book collections has generated well over half a million in unit book sales for the participating not-for-profit publishers since the launch of UPCC on MUSE in January 2012.

About the new UPCC participating presses:

– Founded in 1977 as the publishing house of The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Chinese University Press specializes in Chinese studies in literature, history, philosophy, languages, and the arts. The Press’ journal The China Review is also now available in Project MUSE.

– Established in 1869, Cornell University Press publishes 120 new titles a year across many disciplines, including anthropology, art history, Asian studies, classics, cultural studies, history, literary criticism and theory, medieval studies, New York City and State, philosophy, politics and international relations, security studies, Slavic and Eurasian studies, sociology, and urban studies.

– Northern Illinois University Press publishes major works in its series on Slavic and East European studies and its Orthodox Christian Studies series; the Press also has informal series in religion and philosophy, drugs and alcohol, and Southeast Asian studies. Additionally, it promotes understanding of the Midwest through books on regional history and culture, and publishes literary novels with Midwestern settings and themes under its Switchgrass Book imprint.

– The Ohio State University Press specializes in literary studies, including narrative theory, Victorian studies, medieval studies, and classics. It also offers books in linguistics, foreign language pedagogical material, and publishes the annual winners of its short fiction and poetry prizes. Its books will join its three journals currently available in MUSE: Journal of Higher Education, American Periodicals and Narrative.

– The publication arm of a non-profit organization established in 1907 as a center for the study of the archaeology and ethnology of the American Southwest, School for Advanced Research (SAR) Press produces books in anthropology and archaeology, the arts and aesthetics of Indigenous peoples, and the peoples and cultures of the American Southwest, past and present.

– Texas Tech University Press publishes approximately 30 titles per year across the areas of American liberty and justice; costume and textile studies; history and culture of Texas and the West, the Great Plains, and modern Southeast Asia during and after the Vietnam War; Jewish studies and literature; Latin American and Latino fiction; natural history and natural science; sport in the American West; and the annual winner of the Walt McDonald First-Book Competition in Poetry, and literary fiction of Texas and the West. The Press also has four journals in literary studies available in MUSE.

– The University of Missouri Press endeavors to share original scholarly research, outstanding writing, as well as uniquely focused studies by, for, and about Missourians. The specific areas in which the Press publishes include American and world history; military history; intellectual history; biography; African American studies; women’s studies; American, British, and Latin American literary criticism; journalism; political science; regional studies; and creative nonfiction.

– One of the oldest publishing houses in the South and the largest publisher in its state, the University of South Carolina Press publishes many internationally recognized scholarly book series, including Understanding Contemporary American Literature, Understanding Modern European and Latin American Literature, Studies in Personalities of the Old Testament, Studies in Personalities of the New Testament, Studies in Comparative Religion, Studies in Rhetoric/Communication, Chief Justices of the United States Supreme Court, and Studies in Maritime History. The Press also produces titles in African American studies, social work, military history, and a number of Southern regional book series.

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The University Press Content Consortium (UPCC) grew from the partnership of Project MUSE and the University Press e-book Consortium (UPeC), formed in 2009 to explore the feasibility of a university press–based e-book initiative. With planning and development supported by grants from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, UPeC surveyed the needs of the library community and developed and tested a business model. In Spring 2011, Project MUSE was selected to implement UPeC’s plan for a transformative and sustainable product offering digital versions of book-length scholarship from many distinguished scholarly presses. UPCC Book Collections on Project MUSE launched in January 2012.

Project MUSE is a trusted provider of authoritative humanities and social science books and journals from more than 200 of the world’s most distinguished university presses and scholarly societies. Since 1995, its electronic journal collections have supported a wide array of research needs at academic, public, special, and school libraries worldwide. UPCC Book Collections on Project MUSE, launched in 2012, offer over 20,000 peer-reviewed digital books, in an integrated environment with content from more than 550 scholarly journals currently on MUSE.

For more information, contact muse@press.jhu.edu.

The deadline for applying to Global Scholars India has been extended until June 24^th. Please consider applying!

Colleagues:

The Provost’s Global Scholars Program is once again taking nominations for Winter, 2013-14. Questions can be directed to me or to Jim Scott in the International Center, scottj@missouri.edu. The program this year will be in India and will include Mysore, Belgaum, Dharwad, Allahabad, Varanasi, Dehradun, and Srinagar,  and will be led by Professors Jana M. Hawley, Textile and Apparel Management, and Kattesh Katti, Physics and radiology. An after-program trip to the Taj Mahal is also available.

The goal this year is  to develop linkages for research, education, and outreach with counterparts in India and to develop a deeper cultural understanding of the rich Indian culture.  Applicants should submit a plan of work and should identify possible collaborators in India. The trip is paid for by the provost in partnership with academic units sending representative, so yes, it is free for applicants.

Below is the application process for MU Libraries and the original announcement. Interested parties should have their application to Jim no later than 10 June 2013. Please contact me if you have any questions, and good luck!

Amanda K. Sprochi
2013-14 Global Scholars Call for Applications

MU librarians and archivists have been involved with this program from its inception, including eleven who have traveled and served as Global Scholars in the past eight years.  Applications for this year’s seminars are due by Monday, June 10, 2013.  Please send application items listed below to Jim Cogswell at 104 Ellis Library.  If you have questions or would like more details, please contact Amanda Sprochi, the Libraries’ representative to the Council, or visit the Global Scholars Program web pages at the International Center.

Global Scholars Program:  Archivists/Librarian application information

In order to apply, please submit the following items:

1. A copy of your current resume.

2. A statement from your supervisor assuring support of your application.

3. A written statement (no longer than one page) addressing the following:

a) Your present role with students, faculty, and staff;

b) Your commitment to assist students, faculty, and staff expand their knowledge of international

information resources and promote international affairs to the wider university community;

c) Your willingness to participate in Global Scholars activities, such as a follow-up workshop;

d) Your willingness to participate in the international faculty mentoring corps in the next academic year;

e) Your interest and ability to assist faculty Global Scholars as they revise their courses with

international content; and

f) Your interest in international library materials and services.

4.  Submit a brief (1-2 pages) one year plan of work to pursue program objectives by January 31, 2014.  Plans should identify potential collaborator(s) from India.  They should describe expected outcomes and proposed action steps to complete this work.

May 14, 2013

Call for Deans’ and Directors’ Nominations
Global Scholars Program

December 27, 2013 – January 15, 2014
India

Leaders:

Prof. Jana M. Hawley, Textile and Apparel Management

Prof. Kattesh Katti, Physics and Radiology 

The MU Council on International Initiatives (CII) is pleased to announce the 2014 Global Scholars Program (GSP) trip to India.  This nationally recognized program is designed to support MU faculty members who seek to internationalize their teaching and research.  Since its inception, over 150 faculty members across Colleges and Schools have participated.  As a result, numerous research collaborations have begun, and dozens of courses have been modified – enhancing the learning experience of thousands of MU students each year.  In 2002, the Global Scholars Program received the Andrew Heiskell Award for Best Practices and Innovation in International Education from the Institute of International Education.

GSP is designed to: 1) expand faculty involvement in MU’s strategic international relationships; and 2) foster tangible new international collaborations for participants, including research grants or papers and/or teaching innovations.

Global Scholars India

What? A 15 day study tour of India to develop linkages for research, education, and outreach with counterparts in India and to develop a deeper cultural understanding of the rich Indian culture.

Why? With her vast population, increasing young English-speaking population, entrepreneurial spirit, and rich cultural traditions, India is poised to provide a great opportunity for MU to expand and enhance research, teaching, and outreach efforts. Furthermore, as India relaxes its policy on foreign direct investments, it becomes even more important for both MU students and faculty to better understand the power that India has on the world economy. Presently, India offers a broad range of possible research collaborations with MU faculty, including business, agriculture, the arts, architecture, religious studies, political studies, to name a few.  In addition, Missouri has important linkages with several universities and institutes in India.  A list of potential host institutions is presented below with indications of present Missouri linkages.

Performance Criteria for Global Scholars Faculty:

1.            Global scholars agree to participate in all scheduled program activities, including two brief pre-departure orientation sessions.

2.            Scholars submit a brief (1-2 pages) one year plan of work to pursue program objectives by January 31, 2014.  Plans should identify potential collaborator(s) from China.  They should describe expected outcomes and proposed action steps to complete this work.  Scholars should submit their plans to their Dean/Director and to the Director of the International Center.

3.            Scholars provide a brief report on action steps taken and revisions in expected outcomes from original plans of work.

For more information, please review the Global Scholars Program web page, or contact me directly.  Your questions and comments are most welcome.  We hope you can take advantage of this excellent opportunity.

Thanks in advance for your consideration.

Best regards,

James K. Scott, Ph.D.

Global Scholars – India

Proposed itinerary (tentative):

December 27^th, Depart USA

December 29^th, arrive Bangalore

• First half of trip will be in the state of Karnataka.  We will be hosted by INFOSYS (see many references in Thomas Friedman’s The World is Flat). Visits will include INFOSYS, Mysore, Belgaum, and Dharwad:
  • December 29-31 INFOSYS

• December 31, Arrive Mysore. Visit Infosys training center. New year’s eve in Mysore. 2 nights at hotel.
• Jan 1, Mysore cultural site visits.
• Jan 2—depart for Belgaum & Dharwad
  • Jan 2–Visweswaraya Technological University
  • Jan 3—University of Agricultural Sciences
  • Jan 3—depart late in day for  Goa
• Jan 4-6 Goa

Goa is distinctly different because it was colonized by the Portuguese and is renowned for its world heritage sites, places of worship, and beaches. Rich flora and fauna are classified as a biodiversity spot

• Jan 6^th and morning of Jan 7^th. Visit campus of Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS).

• Second part of Global Scholars program will be in northern India including Allahabad, Varanasi, Dehradun, and Srinagar

• Depart afternoon of Jan 7^th on flight to Allahabad
• Hosted in Allahabad by SHIATS  Jan 7-9^th.
  • SHIATS University, Allahabad. SHIATS will host a New Year’s Celebration.  SHIATS has an MOU with the University of Missouri.
  • Allahabad, in the state of Uttar Pradesh, is known for literary and artistic heritage and the birthplace of holy scriptures (Vedas).
• Depart for Varanasi morning of Jan 9^th.  Visit Saranath afternoon of Jan 9^th.

• Varanasi cultural excursion Jan 10^th
  • Varanasi (cultural visit to one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world). Varanasi is located on the Ganges River and has many ghats and temples. It is one of the 7 holy cities for Hinduism.

• Depart Morning of Jan 11^th for Dehradun.  Lunch hosted by India Institute of Petroleum. Dehradun is a Hill Station City located in foothills of the Himalayan mountains between the Ganges and Yamuna rivers. Yoga and Ayurveda have great influence on Dehradun.

• Depart late afternoon on Jan 11^th for Srinagar
• Hosted Jan 11-14 by HNB. Hemati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University

• Depart Jan 15^th for Delhi .
• Late Jan 15^th. Depart for USA on night flight

We will travel by bus, trains, and planes throughout India.  Some accommodations will be in hotels, others will be in University Guest Houses.  The price includes accommodations, food, tips, and domestic travel.

Post-Travel Option

We can make arrangements for any interested scholars to stay a few days to participate in a quick “Golden Triangle Tour”—to include the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Jaipur.  If there are interested people in this extra excursion, Jana Hawley will make arrangements for you to have that option at the traveler’s expense.

Global Scholar Leaders

Jana Hawley is Chair of the Department of Textile and Apparel Management at the University of Missouri. She was a Fulbright to India in 2007 and has since led study abroad programs to India with a focus on fair trade businesses. She has also done work in Guatemala, Thailand, Korea, China, Indonesia, El Salvador, Greece, Italy, England, and Canada. She has taught in the areas of global consumers, e-Commerce, Brand Management, and international trade. She has been recognized for several teaching awards including the prestigious Kemper Award for Excellence in teaching. She recently served as president of the International Textile and Apparel Association (ITAA) and still sits on the ITAA board. Hawley’s research focuses on sustainable practices for apparel companies.

Kattesh Katti is a Curators’ Professor of Radiology, Physics and Biological Engineering. Kattesh has over 25 years of professional experience as he has worked in three continents for professional training and academic careers in teaching and research in India, Germany (as a Alexander von Homboldt  Scholar), Canada and the US. Kattesh has led the University of Missouri delegation to India four times (2008-2012) to visit Universities and research organizations. He has been instrumental in signing memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the University of Missouri and the following organizations in India: Dayalbagh Educational Institute (DEI), Agra, India; SASTRA University, Tanjore, India; HNB Central University, Garewal, Srinagar, India; KLE Medical University, Belgium, Indian Institute of Petroleum, Dehradun; Sankara Netralya, Chennai; and Barwale Foundation, Jalna and many more. He is an internationally recognized leader in the application of nanotechnology for medicine and for consumer products development. He has won many national and international awards including ‘One of 25 Most Influential Scientists in the world award’ by Rt Image and ‘Father of Green Nanotechnology’ citation by the Nobel Prize winner Norman Borlaug.

Colleagues:

The Provost’s Global Scholars Program is once again taking nominations for Winter, 2013-14. Questions can be directed to me or to Jim Scott in the International Center, scottj@missouri.edu. The program this year will be in India and will include Mysore, Belgaum, Dharwad, Allahabad, Varanasi, Dehradun, and Srinagar,  and will be led by Professors Jana M. Hawley, Textile and Apparel Management, and Kattesh Katti, Physics and radiology. An after-program trip to the Taj Mahal is also available.

The goal this year is  to develop linkages for research, education, and outreach with counterparts in India and to develop a deeper cultural understanding of the rich Indian culture.  Applicants should submit a plan of work and should identify possible collaborators in India. The trip is paid for by the provost in partnership with academic units sending representative, so yes, it is free for applicants.

Below is the application process for MU Libraries and the original announcement. Interested parties should have their application to Jim no later than 10 June 2013. Please contact me if you have any questions, and good luck!

Amanda K. Sprochi

2013-14 Global Scholars Call for Applications

MU librarians and archivists have been involved with this program from its inception, including eleven who have traveled and served as Global Scholars in the past eight years.  Applications for this year’s seminars are due by Monday, June 10, 2013.  Please send application items listed below to Jim Cogswell at 104 Ellis Library.  If you have questions or would like more details, please contact Amanda Sprochi, the Libraries’ representative to the Council, or visit the Global Scholars Program web pages at the International Center.

Global Scholars Program:  Archivists/Librarian application information

In order to apply, please submit the following items:

1. A copy of your current resume.

2. A statement from your supervisor assuring support of your application.

3. A written statement (no longer than one page) addressing the following:

a) Your present role with students, faculty, and staff;

b) Your commitment to assist students, faculty, and staff expand their knowledge of international

information resources and promote international affairs to the wider university community;

c) Your willingness to participate in Global Scholars activities, such as a follow-up workshop;

d) Your willingness to participate in the international faculty mentoring corps in the next academic year;

e) Your interest and ability to assist faculty Global Scholars as they revise their courses with

international content; and

f) Your interest in international library materials and services.

4.  Submit a brief (1-2 pages) one year plan of work to pursue program objectives by January 31, 2014.  Plans should identify potential collaborator(s) from India.  They should describe expected outcomes and proposed action steps to complete this work.

May 14, 2013

Call for Deans’ and Directors’ Nominations
Global Scholars Program

December 27, 2013 – January 15, 2014
India

Leaders:

Prof. Jana M. Hawley, Textile and Apparel Management

Prof. Kattesh Katti, Physics and Radiology 

The MU Council on International Initiatives (CII) is pleased to announce the 2014 Global Scholars Program (GSP) trip to India.  This nationally recognized program is designed to support MU faculty members who seek to internationalize their teaching and research.  Since its inception, over 150 faculty members across Colleges and Schools have participated.  As a result, numerous research collaborations have begun, and dozens of courses have been modified – enhancing the learning experience of thousands of MU students each year.  In 2002, the Global Scholars Program received the Andrew Heiskell Award for Best Practices and Innovation in International Education from the Institute of International Education.

GSP is designed to: 1) expand faculty involvement in MU’s strategic international relationships; and 2) foster tangible new international collaborations for participants, including research grants or papers and/or teaching innovations.

Global Scholars India

What? A 15 day study tour of India to develop linkages for research, education, and outreach with counterparts in India and to develop a deeper cultural understanding of the rich Indian culture.

Why? With her vast population, increasing young English-speaking population, entrepreneurial spirit, and rich cultural traditions, India is poised to provide a great opportunity for MU to expand and enhance research, teaching, and outreach efforts. Furthermore, as India relaxes its policy on foreign direct investments, it becomes even more important for both MU students and faculty to better understand the power that India has on the world economy. Presently, India offers a broad range of possible research collaborations with MU faculty, including business, agriculture, the arts, architecture, religious studies, political studies, to name a few.  In addition, Missouri has important linkages with several universities and institutes in India.  A list of potential host institutions is presented below with indications of present Missouri linkages.

Performance Criteria for Global Scholars Faculty:

1.            Global scholars agree to participate in all scheduled program activities, including two brief pre-departure orientation sessions.

2.            Scholars submit a brief (1-2 pages) one year plan of work to pursue program objectives by January 31, 2014.  Plans should identify potential collaborator(s) from China.  They should describe expected outcomes and proposed action steps to complete this work.  Scholars should submit their plans to their Dean/Director and to the Director of the International Center.

3.            Scholars provide a brief report on action steps taken and revisions in expected outcomes from original plans of work.

For more information, please review the Global Scholars Program web page, or contact me directly.  Your questions and comments are most welcome.  We hope you can take advantage of this excellent opportunity.

Thanks in advance for your consideration.

Best regards,

James K. Scott, Ph.D.

Director – International Center

Assoc. Vice Provost – International Initiatives

University of Missouri

N52 Memorial Union

Columbia, Missouri 65211

USA

Phone: +573.882.6008

Fax:   + 573.882.3223

Email: scottj@missouri.edu

Web:  http://international.missouri.edu

Global Scholars – India

Proposed itinerary (tentative):

December 27^th, Depart USA

December 29^th, arrive Bangalore

• First half of trip will be in the state of Karnataka.  We will be hosted by INFOSYS (see many references in Thomas Friedman’s The World is Flat). Visits will include INFOSYS, Mysore, Belgaum, and Dharwad:
  • December 29-31 INFOSYS

• December 31, Arrive Mysore. Visit Infosys training center. New year’s eve in Mysore. 2 nights at hotel.
• Jan 1, Mysore cultural site visits.
• Jan 2—depart for Belgaum & Dharwad
  • Jan 2–Visweswaraya Technological University
  • Jan 3—University of Agricultural Sciences
  • Jan 3—depart late in day for  Goa
• Jan 4-6 Goa

Goa is distinctly different because it was colonized by the Portuguese and is renowned for its world heritage sites, places of worship, and beaches. Rich flora and fauna are classified as a biodiversity spot

• Jan 6^th and morning of Jan 7^th. Visit campus of Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS).

• Second part of Global Scholars program will be in northern India including Allahabad, Varanasi, Dehradun, and Srinagar

• Depart afternoon of Jan 7^th on flight to Allahabad
• Hosted in Allahabad by SHIATS  Jan 7-9^th.
  • SHIATS University, Allahabad. SHIATS will host a New Year’s Celebration.  SHIATS has an MOU with the University of Missouri.
  • Allahabad, in the state of Uttar Pradesh, is known for literary and artistic heritage and the birthplace of holy scriptures (Vedas).
• Depart for Varanasi morning of Jan 9^th.  Visit Saranath afternoon of Jan 9^th.

• Varanasi cultural excursion Jan 10^th
  • Varanasi (cultural visit to one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world). Varanasi is located on the Ganges River and has many ghats and temples. It is one of the 7 holy cities for Hinduism.

• Depart Morning of Jan 11^th for Dehradun.  Lunch hosted by India Institute of Petroleum. Dehradun is a Hill Station City located in foothills of the Himalayan mountains between the Ganges and Yamuna rivers. Yoga and Ayurveda have great influence on Dehradun.

• Depart late afternoon on Jan 11^th for Srinagar
• Hosted Jan 11-14 by HNB. Hemati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University

• Depart Jan 15^th for Delhi .
• Late Jan 15^th. Depart for USA on night flight

We will travel by bus, trains, and planes throughout India.  Some accommodations will be in hotels, others will be in University Guest Houses.  The price includes accommodations, food, tips, and domestic travel.

Post-Travel Option

We can make arrangements for any interested scholars to stay a few days to participate in a quick “Golden Triangle Tour”—to include the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Jaipur.  If there are interested people in this extra excursion, Jana Hawley will make arrangements for you to have that option at the traveler’s expense.

Global Scholar Leaders

Jana Hawley is Chair of the Department of Textile and Apparel Management at the University of Missouri. She was a Fulbright to India in 2007 and has since led study abroad programs to India with a focus on fair trade businesses. She has also done work in Guatemala, Thailand, Korea, China, Indonesia, El Salvador, Greece, Italy, England, and Canada. She has taught in the areas of global consumers, e-Commerce, Brand Management, and international trade. She has been recognized for several teaching awards including the prestigious Kemper Award for Excellence in teaching. She recently served as president of the International Textile and Apparel Association (ITAA) and still sits on the ITAA board. Hawley’s research focuses on sustainable practices for apparel companies.

Kattesh Katti is a Curators’ Professor of Radiology, Physics and Biological Engineering. Kattesh has over 25 years of professional experience as he has worked in three continents for professional training and academic careers in teaching and research in India, Germany (as a Alexander von Homboldt  Scholar), Canada and the US. Kattesh has led the University of Missouri delegation to India four times (2008-2012) to visit Universities and research organizations. He has been instrumental in signing memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the University of Missouri and the following organizations in India: Dayalbagh Educational Institute (DEI), Agra, India; SASTRA University, Tanjore, India; HNB Central University, Garewal, Srinagar, India; KLE Medical University, Belgium, Indian Institute of Petroleum, Dehradun; Sankara Netralya, Chennai; and Barwale Foundation, Jalna and many more. He is an internationally recognized leader in the application of nanotechnology for medicine and for consumer products development. He has won many national and international awards including ‘One of 25 Most Influential Scientists in the world award’ by Rt Image and ‘Father of Green Nanotechnology’ citation by the Nobel Prize winner Norman Borlaug.

You may access summer hours here. Please contact me if you would like the Admin office to make copies for your department. –Shannon

Dear Colleagues:

Please take a survey at this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/BookSuggestionsFromMU

Your feedback will help us compile a list of book recommendations from MU faculty and staff that will be featured on a poster in honor of Mizzou’s 175th anniversary. And we might also add some films and documentaries to the list. The poster will be distributed to high schools, libraries, Mizzou Alumni Association chapters and MU departments this fall.

The books should be easily attainable, well-written and influential in society or in your personal life.

A committee of Kemper Fellows and representatives from Ellis library, the University Affairs division and other campus departments will weigh everyone’s suggestions and finalize the list (making sure it includes diverse authors and a balanced mix of topics).

Please give us your feedback by Tuesday, May 14, 2013.

Questions? Contact Laura Roloff at 573-882-9143 or via email at RoloffL@missouri.edu.