Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2008 07:22:09 -0700

From: Tyler Watson <watsont@BYUI.EDU>

Subject: Re: Status

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Thank you Mark,

Tyler

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#135

Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2008 09:24:37 -0500

From: Penny Bailey <penny.bailey@TRHD.DST.NC.US>

Subject: Re: My final thoughts as well: religion and public health

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Yes,

I can tell you are brilliant and think out of the box. And ... we agree with our skepticism abut government agenda's for behavior change. I prefer and have been involved in community based interventions here and abroad that give a Voice. But the communities I have chosen to serve often have belief systems that have to be honored before real change to happen. In my humble experience, a contempt for that gets one nowhere. I can tell you are well read and articulate but our profession is being steered by those who would forget the Voice and confuse issues with chatter and arrogance. You clearly have the brains, the know how and the clout to help with a strategy for success. I on the other hand am just a health educator, working in the trenches but see how health educators could impact this world our credibility was respected. Yes, I was harsh but not for your views, but for the urgency I see necessary for the field of health education.

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#136

Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2008 10:45:01 -0500

From: Don Ardell <donardell@KNOLOGY.NET>

Subject: A word or two on religion and wellness

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=0D

Dear Folks:=0D

Kudos to James, J D Visker, Mary, Lisa, Martha, Kristi, Joe, Nelson, Mark and even Donna S (the latter for for expressing her exasperation with fre= e inquiry and tolerance) -- all of whom have prodded, in one way or another= , the listserve readers to consider the connections (or lack of same) betwe= en religion and well-being and much more. Perhaps some of the frustration comes from the absence of a call to action. =0D =0D Well, health educators ought to know about HR 888 and consider taking som= e.=20 Here's the deal. =0D While Congressional resolutions have no force of law, and are usually recognized for what they are: Posturing by bloviating politicians who pathetically pander and pontificate pitifully. A recent case in point is House Resolution 888, an excrescence of an act to proclaim the first week= of May as =93American Religious History Week.=94 =93American Fornication Wee=

k=94 would

be an improvement, as would =93American Voters Are Fools Week.=94 HR 888 = is much worse than the usual such resolution =96 it sports no fewer than six seri= ous flaws:=0D It contains misleading statements and thus distorts rather than commemora= tes the nation=92s heritage. =0D It misrepresents statements attributed to some of our founders. =0D It implies that Christianity is the basis for our country=92s laws and institutions. =0D It ignores our traditions as a secular republic with separation between church and state. =0D It does not recognize that in America, believers and nonbelievers enjoy equal rights. =0D It overlooks and even denies the fundamental principle that public policy should be based on secular considerations, not religious dogmas. =0D One big problem with the distorted resolution is that it will become fodd= er fact for the faithful who are seeking to impose their religious values on the rest of us in America.=0D It is NOT a =93fact=94 that religion provides =93the inseparable foundati=

on=94 for

this country=92s =93legal systems and societal structures.=94 =0D We must not remove the wall of separation by displays of religious propaganda (e.g., the Ten Commandments) in public places. =0D We should not =93acknowledge=94 our religious foundations (that don=92t e=

xist)

with government-sponsored prayer and religious ceremonies (a vile example= of which is the Prayer, I mean, Pledge of Allegiance). =0D I just finished reading what has been called =93a devastating portrait of= how American history is commemorated,=94 namely, Lies Across America: What Ou= r Historical Sites Got Wrong by James W. Loewen (Touchstone, 1999). It deal= s with the distortions, errors and gross lies conveyed by over 100 historic= al markers, monuments and so on found throughout the USA. The Congress, in t= his case, is going down the same path.=0D According to a press release from Nathan Bupp of the Council for Secular Humanism entitled, =93The Council for Secular Humanism Chides Congress fo= r Disrespecting Religions,=94 House Resolution 888 would set a dangerous precedent. For more, call (716) 636-4869 x 218 or E-mail Mr. Bupp at nbupp@centerforinquiry.net.=0D Meanwhile, consider a run for Congress, support for organizations like "T= he Council for Secular Humanism" and best ways to engage your students (and others on the HEDIR listserve) about the need to protect our secular Republic and continue, despite these terrible situations, to look on the bright side of life.=0D =0D =0D Don

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#137

Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2008 14:21:17 -0500

From: Lori Marks <lnmarks@UMD.EDU>

Subject: AAHB 2008 Annual Scientific Meeting, March 9-12, Southern California

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Dear Health Professional:

Registration for The American Academy of Health Behavior’s 8th Annual Scientific Meeting, March 9-12, 2008 in Southern California is filling up! If you have not already done so, please register soon in order to take advantage of the special hotel rate at the Embassy Suites Hotel Mandalay Beach Resort.

The conference theme is "Addictions: From Cells to Societies." We are expecting leading scholars representing a broad spectrum of health behavior research.

To name a few:

When you sign up for the conference, please consider registering for the two additional Professional Development Workshops.

The first workshop, facilitated by Dr. Alan Marlatt, is titled "Mindful-based relapse prevention in the treatment of addictive behavior." This workshop builds upon this year's conference on addictions with a focus on an innovative intervention approach. Dr. Marlatt is a recognized international expert in the treatment of addictions.

The second workshop, facilitated by Dr. David Seal, is titled "Qualitative health research- strategies for getting funded and getting published." This workshop will provide hands-on tips for success with qualitative health research and provide an opportunity for health behavior researchers to examine their own research design and instrumentation. Dr. Seal has a strong track record of conducting and publishing funded qualitative research.

We are also offering two Professional Development Lunch Seminars. Both seminars feature an interactive panel of AAHB fellows who will share their wisdom and experience. The seminars are free and lunch will be provided. Seminars are limited to the first 20 people to register.

The first seminar will focus on "Secrets to successful grant funding." This panel features Drs. Elaine Borawski, Mary Nies, Herb Severson, and Dennis Thombs. Topics to be discussed include creating a strong specific aims section, creating a powerful research team, getting to know your project officer, and types of NIH grant mechanisms.

The second seminar will focus on "Great manuscript- free to good home." This panel features Drs. Elbert Glover, Ray Niaura, Robert McDermott, and Bruce Simons-Morton. Topics to be discussed include selecting the right journal, publishing tips and red flags, authorship issues, and manuscript reviews.

Lori N. Marks, PhD

Executive Director

The American Academy of Health Behavior

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#138

Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2008 16:20:59 -0500

From: "Michaela Conley, MA" <michaela@HPCAREER.NET>

Subject: Paid Ad: Asst/Assoc. Professor @ West Chester University

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*Department of Health*

*College of Health Sciences*

*West Chester University*

*West Chester, PA 19383*

Position Description:

The Department of Health at West Chester University,

Pennsylvania, is seeking an *Assistant/Associate Professor* to teach health education and teacher preparation courses. The position is a *nine-month tenure track* position with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications:

Earned Doctorate in health education or related field required by starting date. Experience/knowledge of college-level teaching, K -- 12 health education experience, and classroom accommodations for the exceptional learner desirable. Finalists must successfully complete a campus interview and teaching presentation.

Responsibilities:

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Teach undergraduate courses in Health for Elementary Grades,

Health Issues of School Aged Youth, and Human Development.

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Advise students.

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Engage in scholarship.

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Serve on departmental and University wide committees.

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Participate in service to the department, university, and community.

Starting Date: August 2008

Application Procedure:

Letter of Application

Curriculum Vitae

Three letters of reference (with phone numbers)

Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts

*No fax or e-mail applications accepted*

Application Deadline:

Applications will be reviewed beginning February 15, 2008 and continue until position is filled.

Mail To:

Roger Mustalish, Ph.D., M.P.H.

Chairperson, Department of Health

207 Sturtzebecker Health Sciences Center

West Chester University

West Chester, PA 19383

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The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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