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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>TMN submittal: <a href="http://cals.arizona.edu/extension/tuesday/form/submittal_form.html">http://cals.arizona.edu/extension/tuesday/form/submittal_form.html</a><span style='color:black'> <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'>Tuesday Morning Notes <o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'>January 14,</span></b><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> 2014<span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>FROM THE DIRECTOR – Controversial Issues:<u><o:p></o:p></u></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>In a land grant institution, an important part of the mission is to bring science to bear on practical problems. In CALS, Cooperative Extension (CE) has the direct responsibility for the application of science in the realm of “real world” problems. As CE works in this interface between the university and real world settings, we are often working to challenge or change the status quo. As a result, it is not at all uncommon to encounter controversial issues and/or generate challenging discussions in the process of bringing new information to bear on a practical problem or issue.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>For faculty and staff working in CE, we need people who have the capacity to work comfortably in the scientific arena but also to work comfortably in a public setting beyond the bounds of the university. This professional dexterity turns out to be a critical aspect of faculty and staff who are successful in working in CE. Those CE faculty who most effectively apply good science in practical situations provide a solid foundation of fact-based evidence to address a problem or a question and interpret the information appropriately within the context of the situation at hand. In other words, they make the application from the realm of pure science to the problem they face. That requires not only a good science foundation but the skill to put it in practice as well. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Due to the fact that we are often dealing with controversial issues or encountering some degree of controversy in the application of new information, we also have to be alert to public issues and sensitivities and be able to address them appropriately in this educational process, which includes listening to and respecting other perspectives. As we evaluate CE programs in CALS, I’m alert to the demands that are placed on faculty and staff who are working to apply good science to practical problems for the benefit of the public within which we live and work. I am also aware of the controversial nature of many of the issues we work with and the challenges our faculty and staff face in delivering these programs effectively. I always appreciate the skill and dexterity that many of our faculty and staff demonstrate in working from a solid foundation of science-based information and delivering that information effectively in a practical setting, often in the midst of controversy and challenge. Accordingly, I am supportive of CE faculty and staff engaging effectively in these issues and I am confident that they understand the importance of working from a base of evidence to support their positions and the need for good science to back them up.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>YUMA AG FIELD TOUR:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> </span><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>In celebration of the 100<sup>th</sup> Anniversary of Cooperative Extension, Arizona Cooperative Extension is hosting a Yuma Agriculture Field tour in conjunction with the 2014 Southwest Ag Summit. Ag Summit participants are invited to attend this tour, which will include transportation to and from Yuma, a one night hotel stay and a box lunch for the tour. All other meals will be provided as part of your registration for the Summit.</span><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> </span><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>On February 26, the Cooperative Extension bus will leave UA Main Campus at 7:00 a.m. to arrive in Yuma in time for lunch and the afternoon field tour. After a stop at the hotel, the bus will deliver attendees to the 5:30 p.m. Ag Summit reception at Arizona Western College. After attending the Southwest Ag Summit on February 27 [7:00-3:30], the bus will leave Yuma at 4:00 p.m., returning to Tucson at approximately 9:00 p.m. <b>PLEASE NOTE:</b> The Harvest Dinner on February 27 is not part of the general Summit registration. The bus will leave for Tucson before the Harvest Dinner.</span><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> </span><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Please contact Steven Crofts at <a href="mailto:scrofts@cals.arizona.edu">scrofts@cals.arizona.edu</a> by January 31 if you plan on attending this event.</span><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>UPDATE ON FACULTY:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><br>Juanita Waits stepped down as the Director for Navajo County Cooperative Extension, effective 1 January. This change will allow her to spend more time in oversight of grants and area FCHS programs. She will continue in her role as Area Agent Family Consumer and Health Sciences. Many thanks to Juanita for her excellent work and contributions to Navajo County Cooperative Extension during her time as the County Director. Based on this change, Steve Campbell will step into the role of County Director, also effective immediately.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>SEMINAR ANNOUNCEMENT:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Paula Kahn-Rivadeneira, Ph.D., candidate for the Extension Specialist in Fresh Produce Safety, Yuma position, will be presenting a seminar on <b>Friday, January 24</b> at 12:00 pm in VSM 129. Seminar title: “Developing a Translational Research and Extension Program in Fresh Produce Safety for Desert Specialty Crop Producers.”<i> </i> Lunch will be provided.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>COUNTY OFFICE COMPUTER SUPPORT:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>An annual reminder for county office locations that support continues to be available through either our remote access system or from on-site visits by Andy Medina. As before, on-site visits can still be requested through my office but all travel costs must be paid for by the requesting county. Andy’s time will continue to be covered by this office. To manage the on-site support requests, email your request to <a href="mailto:silver@ag.arizona.edu">me</a> with a cc to Andy Medina and Steven Crofts. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Also, don’t forget that when county offices order new computers (desktop or laptop), please work with and send questions to <a href="mailto:gamedina@cals.arizona.edu">Andy</a> (520.626.8395) <b><span style='color:red'>before</span></b> you make a purchase. This way, we can be sure you are getting the right technology for your location and that we are able to support it (whether by remote access or in person). </span><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span lang=EN-CA style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>O’BRIEN ENDOWMENT AWARD </span></b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><b>CALL FOR PROPOSALS:<o:p></o:p></b></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>In support of diversity efforts within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Cooperative Extension, we are announcing a Call for Proposals for the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences (CALS) James P. & Shirley J. O’Brien Endowment. For detailed information, go to the <a href="https://extension.arizona.edu/sites/extension.arizona.edu/files/resources/Obrien-endowment-guidelines.pdf">Proposal Submission Guidelines</a> and/or the <a href="https://extension.arizona.edu/sites/extension.arizona.edu/files/resources/OBrien_Gift_Agreement.pdf">Endowment Gift Agreement</a> or <a href="https://extension.arizona.edu/james-p-shirley-j-obrien-endowment-award">view previous award proposals and winners</a>. Please note that this award differs from the “Shirley O’Brien Diversity Award” that was designed to honor individuals who have contributed significantly to promoting diversity and an inclusive environment within CALS and across campus. The deadline for proposal submission is <b>Friday, February 28.</b> If you have any questions, contact <a href="mailto:scrofts@cals.arizona.edu">Steven Crofts</a> (520.621.7145).<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>POSTAL INCREASE REMINDER:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>The US </span><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Postal Service will be increasing the price of a First-Class Mail single-piece letter from 46 cents to 49 cents as of January 26 (with additional ounces increasing to 21 cents). Also, the first ounce for international will increase to $1.15 and postcards to 34 cents. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Jeffrey C. Silvertooth<br>Associate Dean<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Director for Extension & Economic Development <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>College of Agriculture and Life Sciences<br>PO Box 210036<br>Tucson, AZ 85721-0036<br>520.621.7205<br>520.621.1314 (fax)<i> <o:p></o:p></i></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><i><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>To submit tips, suggestions, ideas for changes and anything that could help us be more effective, use the “<a href="http://extension.arizona.edu/state/directors-suggestion-box">Director’s Suggestion Box</a>” – all submissions are anonymous. <o:p></o:p></span></i></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div></body></html>