#8

Date: Tue, 10 Jan 2006 07:55:40 -0500
From: Bill Taverner <billtaverner@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject: American Journal of Sexuality Education is Here!

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Dear HEDIR Colleagues,

I am delighted to tell you that volume 1, number 1 of the American Journal of Sexuality Education, co-edited by Elizabeth Schroeder and myself, is online in its entirety! You can visit http://www.haworthpress.com/web/AJSE/
and click "View A PDF Sample" to download it. Just hang around the printer for a while if you are going to print all 231 pages! For paid subscribers, the print version will be coming out later this month. If you are unsure about your subscription status, please send a note to lbeagell@haworthpress.com.

After the first issue comes out, the rest of the issues will follow quarterly. AJSE 1(2) and AJSE 1(3) have been put to bed, and AJSE 1(4) is currently in the review process. We will be sending out a call for papers for AJSE 2(1) over the next few weeks, so watch for it soon! (Keep in mind, you don't need to wait for a call for papers --- if you have a great article or lesson plan ready, feel free to send it at any time!)

Please read on for what folks are saying about the AJSE:

Bill Taverner, MA & Elizabeth Schroeder, EdD(c), MSW Co-Editors, American Journal of Sexuality Education sexedjournal@hotmail.com www.haworthpress.com/web/AJSE



"The American Journal of Sexuality Education is a welcome addition to our field. The journal provides readers with a broad perspective of sexuality education by combining thought-provoking articles, valuable lesson plans, and concise reviews of available materials. Educators, in particular will find this new resource invaluable; it can help them both think critically about the important issues in sexuality and work practically every day.
AJSE is a must-have for today's sexuality educator."

Joseph DiNorcia, Jr., President & CEO
Sexuality Information & Education Council of the United States

"With the publication of the American Journal of Sexuality Education a void has been filled among the numerous scholarly journals that address human sexuality. With the publication of this journal sexuality educators have a place to communicate with their peers concerning a wide variety of topics of interest and relevant to the work of those in the field. The current volume of the journal offers readers an interesting and insightful array of articles that explore theoretical concerns, current research, and educational approaches and techniques that are of value to sex educators. I strongly endorse and recommend the publication to libraries and educators, practioners, researchers, and all who may have an interest in current concerns relevant to sexuality education."

Howard J. Ruppel, MPH, Ph.D. Ed.D., ACS
Chancellor & Academic Dean
Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality



"Finally, a peer-reviewed journal focused exclusively on the needs and interests of sexuality educators! The American Journal of Sexuality Education is a must-have resource for sexuality educators who teach in schools, community-based settings, clinics, and universities. Readers will find that AJSE provides just the right mix of articles that focus on original research, syntheses and translations of research, analytic papers, lesson plans and commentary. This journal is going to advance our field in so many ways - it provides a respected mechanism to disseminate our work, a stimulus for informed dialogue and debate, resources and information to update and improve our programs, and a holding place for documenting and archiving sexuality education programs, practices and research. If your program budget is tight and you can afford to purchase only a few resources this year, make sure one of them is a subscription to the American Journal of Sexuality Education."

Lori A. Rolleri, MSW, MPH
Senior Program Manager, ETR Associates



"The inaugural issue of the American Journal of Sexuality Education offers a refreshing combination of empirical research, commentary on the field and key issues, and practical tools for teaching about sexuality. The editors have not shied away from bringing competing perspectives on some of the key controversies in sexuality education together into the volume; and done so in a manner that is truly equitable to the various positions. I found it particularly helpful to have so many articles that lay out the issues followed by empirical research that addresses some of the questions raised.
The tension between the science-driven and religio-philosophical approaches to sexuality education is approached in a manner I wish informed more of the public/political discourse on this important topic. Indeed, the theme of the challenge of science to more traditional approaches to sexuality is generally handled well in the papers, with only a hint of self-righteous progressivism showing through. If I were teaching a sexuality course, I would definitely use this volume to introduce students to some of the key issues, as well as to challenge them to think about their own knowledge."


Roberto Hugh Potter, Ph.D.
National Center for HIV, STD, and TB Prevention
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention


"'It is about time!' These were my thoughts upon reviewing the first issue of the American Journal of Sexuality Education. There has been a need for years for a journal devoted entirely to sexuality education and I am absolutely thrilled that it has now come to fruition. The first issue is full of cutting edge empirical and theoretical articles, practical and innovative lesson plans, and thoughtful resource reviews. The content, which is diverse in topic and scope, ranges from the classroom level (Edith Ellis and Deborah Miller's lesson entitled "Contraception Beach Ball"), to the national level (Gary Kelly's commentary on the state of sexuality education), to the international level (Lis Mauer and Maureen Kelly's article on their work in Namibia)."

As I reviewed the issue, I eagerly paged through in search of ideas that I could apply in my own teaching. I was generously rewarded with thoughts and ideas from the leaders in the field. I am confident that the American Journal of Sexuality Education will be an invaluable resource to anyone practicing sexuality education!"

Erika Pluhar, PhD, MS
Project Director
Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University


"Bravo to the co-editors and multiple contributors for this excellent premier issue of the American Journal of Sexuality Education! With its multiple theoretical and research-based articles, resource and book reviews and lesson plans, this is a comprehensive, diverse, and thought provoking look at issues affecting sexuality education and educators today. The articles are solid, often challenging current norms, and relevant to today's top issues such as media, internet, issues of gender identity including transgender, abstinence and comprehensive sexuality education and more.
Multiple audiences can benefit from this volume including students as well as seasoned professional educators, researchers, and advocates."

Pat Paluzzi, CNM, DrPH
President and CEO, Healthy Teen Network (formerly the National Organization on Adolescent Pregnancy, Parenting and Prevention)


"The American Journal of Sexuality Education (AJSE) is a much-needed journal in such an important field as sex education. In fact, this is the first journal of its kind dealing with sex education from a diverse perspective and appealing to a widespread audience, such as classroom teachers, academicians, healthcare professionals, parenting educators, family planning counselors, clergy, and community educators. The insightful research articles, analytic papers, and lesson plans will ultimately prove invaluable to professional educators, researchers, and counselors who are in dire need for valid, accurate, and reliable information on sex education."


"Overall, I find the AJSE an extremely, useful, timely, and overdue contribution to the oftentimes underrepresented and misrepresented field of sex education. I am definitely giving it a thumps up."


Andreas G. Philaretou, PMCMFT, CFLE, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Family & Consumers Sciences
College of Education
Western Michigan University

"If this initial issue of the new journal is an indication of what is to come in future issues, the authors are indeed creating a valuable and much needed resource for all of us in the sexuality field."


Sally T. Lehr, PhD, RN, CS, FAACS
Associate Professor, Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing,
Emory University, Atlanta, GA

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#9

Date: Tue, 10 Jan 2006 16:23:36 -0500
From: "Sherwood-Puzzello, Catherine M." <csherwoo@INDIANA.EDU>
Subject: Eta Sigma Gamma Student Monograph Call for Papers-Reminder

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Dear Colleagues,

Since 1984, Eta Sigma Gamma has published a special Student Issue of the Health Education Monograph Series. The Monograph has been successful because of the support provided by chapter sponsors and faculty. To continue this success with the 2006 monograph, we are requesting that you forward this e-mail to interested students and encourage them to submit manuscripts for consideration. Both undergraduate and graduate students are invited to submit manuscripts.

It is important that you or other faculty at your institution review student manuscripts prior to their submission. The Faculty Sponsor Form provides a guideline for your review and should be included with each submission. Manuscripts must be postmarked by January 20, 2006.

You and your students will find the following information on the Eta Sigma Gamma Website: The Call for Manuscripts, Guidelines for Manuscripts, and Faculty Sponsor Form for the 2006 Eta Sigma Gamma Student Monograph. http://www.etasigmagamma.org/

We appreciate your assistance. If you need additional information, please contact us at anytime.


Sincerely,

Catherine Sherwood-Puzzello, HSD and Trent Applegate, HSD, MPH
csherwoo@indiana.edu tapplega@indiana.edu
Co-Guest Editor, ESG Student Monograph
1025 E 7th Street
Department of Applied Health Science
HPER 116
Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana 47405-7109
Phone: 812.855.3727
Fax: 812.855.3936
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What is the Student Monograph?

In 1982, Eta Sigma Gamma began publishing a monograph series addressing topics of broad interest and appeal to health educators. Since 1984, the Spring Monograph has been dedicated to publishing papers written by student members of the Honorary.

Who Can Submit Manuscripts?

Any undergraduate or graduate student who is a member in good standing of Eta Sigma Gamma can submit a manuscript for consideration. Students may submit their manuscripts individually, or two or more students may collaborate on a single manuscript.

What type of Manuscripts are Appropriate?

Empirical research papers, critical literature reviews on specific topics, case studies about aspects of program planning, practical perspectives, commentaries and position papers, and other creative papers related to health promotion, health education, and health science are encouraged. Students should consider revising and submitting appropriate papers, which they have written during their professional preparation. Only original manuscripts that have not been accepted or published previously will be considered.

How are Manuscripts Evaluated and Selected for Publication?

Each manuscript will receive a blind review from at least three reviewers. Selection criteria will include relevance of topic, timeliness, originality, writing style and grammar, content accuracy, clarity and economy of expression. Based on the results of the review and availability of space, the Monograph will select and publish as many manuscripts as possible.

When is the Deadline for Submitting a Manuscript?

Manuscripts must be postmarked by January 20, 2006.

To Whom Should Manuscripts be Addressed?

Submit a cover letter and a completed Faculty Sponsor Form, with the original manuscript and three copies to:

Catherine M. Sherwood-Puzzello, HSD and Trent Applegate, HSD, MPH Co-Guest Editors Department of Applied Health Science
1025 East 7th Street
HPER 116
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN 47405
Phone: 812.855.3627 Fax: 812.855.3936

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#10

Date: Tue, 10 Jan 2006 17:54:11 -0500
From: Michaela Conley <michaela@HPCAREER.NET>
Subject: Paid Ad: Asst/Assoc Professor Health Education @ UTB

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Position: *Assistant/Associate
Professor in Health Education***



Reports to: Chairperson of Kinesiology
Department



Scope: Teach a variety of
undergraduate health courses required of students in the community and school health education program with an emphasis on physical activity, nutrition and public health. Additional responsibilities include to assist with academic advisement; participate in curricular planning, implementation and evaluation; participate in research/scholarly activities in the field of health education. This is a full time tenure track position begining Fall 2006



Education/Experience: Earned doctorate in health
education, community health, public health education or related field is required. ABDs will be considered. Experience in working with teacher education programs and CHES certification is preferred. Evidence of scholarly productivity and successful university or public school teaching is also preferred.



Salary: Commensurate with
experience and

qualifications



Deadline: Applications will be reviewed upon
receipt and continue until position is filled.



Requirements: Please submit letter of interest, vita,
copies of unofficial transcripts, and a list of five references with names, addresses, and telephone numbers to:



*Human Resources*

*The University of Texas at Brownsville*

*and*

*Texas** Southmost College***

*80 Fort Brown*

*Brownsville**, TX 78520***

*1-800-544-8208 **or (956) 544-8205*

*Fax (956) 982-0175*







/UTB/TSC does not discriminate based on gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, or veteran's status. UTB/TSC is/

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