--Physical Therapy Groups Grant Distinguished Scholarship to UM Student
--Learn to Make Your Computer Work for You at Technology Training Course
--Get Ready for Swimsuit Season with Weight Watchers on Medical Campus
--Upcoming Calendar Events

UM DOCTORAL STUDENT EARNS TOP HONORS
FROM PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION
Jennifer Braswell, a student in the Division of Physical Therapy's graduate program, received the prestigious Patricia Leahy Scholarship from the Foundation for Physical Therapy and the Neurology Section of the American Physical Therapy Association. The scholarship is awarded to physical therapists who have completed at least two semesters of their coursework toward a doctorate. Braswell's studies focus on pediatric vestibular rehabilitation and the effect of visual motor exercises on vision deficits related to postural control.

TECHNOLOGY TRAINING CENTER AT
UM/JACKSON OFFERS MICROSOFT TRAINING
Gain a better understanding of your computer and its applications through classes at the Technology Training Center. Course offerings include Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Introduction to PC/Windows 2000, and Internet Explorer. These courses are provided on a monthly basis free of charge to University of Miami and Jackson Memorial Hospital employees, and various levels of classes are available. To register or receive a schedule of classes, contact Yvette A. Garcia at 305-243-3665 or ygarcia3@miami.edu.

TRIM YOUR WAISTLINE AND EAT
HEALTHY WITH WEIGHT WATCHERS
Summer is here, so what better time than now to join Weight Watchers? The next session begins May 28 and continues each Tuesday in ACC West room 128, noon to 1 p.m. The eleven-week program costs $118 for new members and $105 for renewals. If you have any questions or would like to participate, call Frances Kaniewski at 305-243-1052.

QUESTIONS ABOUT COMPLIANCE?
TWO UM HELPLINES CAN ASSIST YOU
Medicare and billing concerns? Address questions to Third Party Reimbursement/Office of Compliance at 305-243-HELP or 877-415-HELP. For information about this helpline or training programs offered by the compliance office, contact Gemma Romillo at 305-243-5842. Research integrity concerns? Report concerns regarding research integrity and adherence to federal or University regulations directly to the Office of the Vice Provost for Research at 305-243-6415, or you can call the University's toll-free compliance hotline at 866-YOURCALL.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

HUMAN RESEARCH SUBJECTS
ARE TOPIC OF WEEKLY SEMINARS
A program of weekly small-group seminars on topics that pertain to the protection of human subjects in research continues May 28, with "Investigational New Drug Applications," presented by Maria Arnold, director of the Human Subjects Office, noon to 1 p.m., at the Mailman Center, Room 3023. Future seminars continue through June, featuring such topics as "Emergency Research." The full calendar of seminars may be viewed at http://www.miami.edu/research/lectureseries. For more information or to register for any of these weekly seminars, call 305-243-2311 or e-mail kmorales@med.miami.edu. RSVP is required.

FIDELITY INVESTMENTS CONDUCTS INDIVIDUAL
SESSIONS TO ANSWER FINANCIAL QUESTIONS
A representative from Fidelity Investments will visit the medical center on May 28 to conduct individual financial counseling sessions and address your financial concerns. Appointments will be held at the Dominion Parking Garage, Suite 155. To schedule a session, call 800-642-7131.

UM EMPLOYEES ENJOY REDUCED FARES AS
THE MIAMI SOL JUMPSTART THEIR SEASON
University employees are invited to join the Miami Sol for opening night at the American Airlines Arena on May 28. The Sol will tip off their season against the Minnesota Lynx at 7 p.m. A halftime presentation will honor Hurricane female athletes for their achievements during the 2001-2002 season. Tickets are only $5, and can be ordered when you call 786-777-4246 or visit http://www.wnba.com/sol/images/miamiflyer.pdf.

SAVE THE DATE FOR INTERDEPARTMENTAL
DISCUSSION OF SPIRITUALITY IN MEDICINE
Join the Behavioral Science Program of the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health, along with several other disciplines, for an Interdepartmental Academic Day to address "Spirituality and Medicine." A primary aim of this conference is to help physicians and other health care workers discuss and learn about the beneficial uses of spirituality in medical settings, such as pediatrics, ob/gyn, and addiction psychiatry. Robert Schwartz, M.D., professor and chairman of the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health, and Carl Eisdorfer, Ph.D., M.D., professor and chairman of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, will be among the members of a faculty panel that will address spirituality. The event will be held May 29, 8 a.m. to noon, in Jackson's Diagnostic Treatment Center, Room 270. No RSVP or registration fee is required, but please arrive early. For more information, contact Heidi Stanley, Ph.D., clinical assistant professor and director of the Behavioral Science Program, at 305-243-2872 or hstanley@med.miami.edu.

WINE TASTING TO BENEFIT ONGOING
RESEARCH AT THE MIAMI PROJECT
Swirl, sip, and swish for a good cause at a special wine tasting presented by The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis. "Raise a Glass for a Cure" will be held May 31, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., to benefit the Miami Chapter of the Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis in support of ongoing research at the Miami Project. Tickets are $55 per person in advance, $65 at the door. The event will be held at the Miami City Club, 200 South Biscayne Boulevard, First Union Building, 55th Floor. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-243-6001 or e-mail bfchapters@miamiproject.med.miami.edu. For directions, visit http://www.thebuonicontifund.org.

LEARN TO BE A BETTER SUPERVISOR
DURING THREE-WEEK TRAINING SESSION
"Fundamentals of Supervision" is a three-session program, presented by the Office of Professional Development and Training, that will teach you important policies and procedures, address personal liability issues, and provide you with a valuable reference manual. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion of the three classes. The first session, "Employment Policies and Procedures," is scheduled for June 7, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., in the McArthur Auditorium of the College of Engineering, Room 202W, at the University's Coral Gables campus. "Performance Appraisals" and "Progressive Discipline," will be held on June 11 and 13, respectively, both from 8:30 a.m. to noon, at the same location as the first session. To register, call 305-284-5110 or visit http://www.miami.edu/development-training.

CENTER FOR CUBAN STUDIES INVITES YOU
TO A NIGHT OF MUSIC AND CELEBRATION
Join the University of Miami's Center for Cuban and Cuban-American Studies to celebrate the centenary of the foundation of the Republic of Cuba as they welcome renowned pianist Zenaida Manfugás to the Gusman Concert Hall on the Coral Gables campus. The event will be held June 8, 8 p.m., and is co-sponsored by the National Association of Cuban-American Educators and the Cuban National Heritage. Tickets are $20; to order call 305-593-2555.