Posted 4:55 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15, 2014
This week's news and events.
UW-L’s ROTC program exceeds Army criteria to continue
UW-La Crosse’s ROTC Eagle Battalion Reserve Officers’ Training program has secured U.S. Army approval to continue on campus. The program will be re-evaluated annually with the next evaluation set for June 2015.Read more » |
In this issue:Announcements & Notices Athletics Campus Kudos In The News Physical Wellness Thanks Classifieds |
UW-La Crosse leads WIAC academic standings
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UW-L entomologist learns more about bee sleep
We’ve all heard the phrase “busy as a bee,” but not many have considered what bees do when they sleep. Read more » |
Online learning community brings learners face-to-face
The Institute for Professional Studies in Education (IPSE) ME-PD Online Learning Community program welcomed 30 teachers and educational professionals to campus in July for a one-week Summer Institute. Read more » |
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UW-L thanks donors at appreciation event
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Lorraine McIlraith was the winner of a painting of the Veterans Memorial Stadium at UW-L's Donor Appreciation Night Aug. 7 in the Cleary Alumni & Friends Center. She and her husband, Emeritus Eric Stuart McIlraith, now deceased, support the Eric Stuart McIlraith Scholarship in Chemistry.[/caption]
The UW-L Foundation hosted its annual donor stewardship event at the Cleary Alumni & Friends Center Aug. 7. The event gave foundation and university staff the opportunity to say thank you to its strongest supporters. See photos of the event at http://goo.gl/S3wh83. Find out about UW-L's scholarship campaign at www.foundation.uwlax.Alumni Association golf fundraiser brings alumni, friends together
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There were 133 alumni and friends from the region who golfed in the UW-L Alumni Association Golf Outing Aug. 13 at Cedar Creek Golf Course in Onalaska. Others joined them around the world at their local courses Team State Bank, pictured, were the top golfers for the event. Fom left, Derek Peterson, Steve Fleis, Pete Gauchel, Steve McConaghy and Josh Dirks. Thank you to all of the sponsors, volunteers, alumni and friends who helped to make the event possible. For more photos of the event visit http://goo.gl/e1nWn0.[/caption]
Football team assists with adapted bicycle riding program
Members of UW-L's football team and Head Coach Joel Dettwiler, pictured back right, participated in a bicycle riding program for kids with disabilities this summer. The "I Can Bike" program was held in UW-L's Recreational Eagle Center and hosted by the La Crosse Area Down Syndrome Association and the UW-L Center on Disability Health and Adapted Physical Activity. "I Can Bike" is a national program conducting hundreds of week-long workshops throughout the country. Find out more at www.uwlathletics.com/
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Chancellor to give All-University Address Aug. 27 in Graff Main Hall Auditorium, picnic to follow
Chancellor Joe Gow will give UW-L’s All-University Fall Address from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27, in the newly renovated Graff Main Hall Auditorium, 260 Graff Main Hall. The Chancellor's Address will be immediately followed by a picnic on the front lawn of Graff Main Hall. The picnic from 11:30 a.m. -1 p.m. is free for all university employees. No tickets are required. The menu includes:
- choice of grilled chicken breast, vegan burger or hamburger
- coleslaw
- potato salad
- baked beans
- potato chips
- Rice Krispy Bars
- brownies
- beverages
The food is served by UW-La Crosse Dining.
Hire employees at the Part-Time Job Fair for college students Sept. 3, register by Aug. 27 to participate
UW-L departments and offices looking for student employees are invited to participate at no cost in the Part-Time Job Fair. The event runs from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition.
Pre-registration is required by Wednesday, Aug. 27. Registration includes a table with tablecloth and refreshments during the event. To register, contact Rebecca Lee at rlee@uwlax.edu or 608.785-8362.
Both on- and off-campus employers offering part-time and seasonal employment are attending. The fair, sponsored by the UW-L Career Services and Financial Aid offices, is free and open to all students.
How to schedule, reserve academic spaces
The start of a new school year brings a busy schedule of classes, meetings and events. Note these guidelines from Records & Registration and University Reservations to help ensure that scheduled/reserved spaces are available and not doublebooked:- Records and Registration manages classroom scheduling outside of WINGS. As of Aug. 1 for fall classes and Dec. 1 for spring classes, WINGS should not be used to make classroom changes. Instead, contact Nancy Jones, Records and Registration, at njones@uwlax.edu for class scheduling additions/changes. WINGS does not show event reservations, so it can’t be used as a guide for available rooms.
- Do not move into a different room without consulting with Records and Registration. Spaces on campus are tightly scheduled and this will cause numerous problems. If a classroom is changed without going through official channels, a group that has properly scheduled/reserved the space has the priority.
- All classrooms have a permanent standard setup. If any modification must be made to accommodate class needs, return the furniture to the standard setup. Chairs and desks should not be taken from other rooms. If there aren't enough seats, contact Jones for assistance.
- University Reservations Office staff will begin reserving spaces for review sessions or other events that fall outside of academic class scheduling Monday, Sept. 8. To make reservations email reservations@uwlax.edu or call 608.785.8895.
UW System Board of Regents Diversity Award nominations due Sept. 15
UW-L’s Diversity Awards Committee is seeking nominations for the UW System Board of Regents Diversity Award. The award recognizes those who have fostered greater access and success for students of historically underrepresented populations, including African Americans, American Indians, Latinos/Hispanics, Asian Americans and Southeast Asians, as well as first-generation and economically-disadvantaged students. Up to three awards of $5,000 each will be made to individuals, programs, and/or units in recognition of their exceptional efforts in fostering greater equity and diversity across their institutions and communities. To begin the nomination process, visit http://www2.uwlax.edu/diversity-inclusion/ and complete the Board of Regents Diversity Award Nomination Form. Email it by Monday, Sept. 15, to Associate Dean of Campus Climate & Diversity Barbara Stewart at bstewart@uwlax.edu. Find out more at www.uwsa.edu/bor/awards/diversity or call 608.785.5097.
MyMedia now available to campus community
A new video content management and creation tool, MyMedia, formerly My Mediasite, is now available to UW-L students, staff and faculty.
Users can create a MyMedia account and upload and manage videos.
Here's how: Download the desktop recorder software from inside your account and create a video such as you’ll find here.
You can manage and create content in the office, at home or on the go. Recording is easy using your desktop or laptop computer and even your mobile device.
MYMedia is a great tool to “flip the classroom.” Record short videos to explain concepts or to further explain questions that arise. Prepare an entire lecture and share the link to cover the class meeting when you are at a conference. Have students create an account and prepare video presentations for classroom projects. The uses of the new MyMedia service are limited only by your imagination.
Sign up for your account at mymedia.uwlax.edu. Explore this technology tool which can improve instruction and enhance student learning. More information and additional training videos are available here and at the ITS web page.
Click here for a video message from Chief Information Officer Mohamed Elhindi.
Parking Services to provide child car seat inspections
To ensure child car seats are properly installed schedule a free appointment to have the seat inspected. Parking and Transportation Services, in partnership with the Campus Child Center, is providing inspections for students, faculty, staff and community residents at not cost but appointments are required. Parking and Transportation Services Manager Victor Hill is a nationally-certified child passenger safety technician and has close to10 years of experience with child passenger safety. Hill will teach best practices for car seat installations and answer questions. “Parents want to know that their children are riding safe, and we’re excited to provide this free service to UW-L and our neighbors in the community,” Hill said. “Finding the right seat that fits your child, fits your vehicle, and is one you’ll use correctly every time can be a challenge.” To schedule an appointment contact Hill at 608.785.8056 or vhill@uwlax.edu.
News and upcoming events
Football tickets now on sale | Single game and season tickets- Click here for ticket information
- Suite rentals
- Tailgating
- Click here for ticket information
- Save-the-date events 2014-15
- Fan involvement opportunities
- Eaglez Kidz Klub memberships now available
- Eagles Eat & Greet events
- Maroon Platoon T-shirt design contest
- Maroon Platoon Palooza
- Mascot tryouts
- 6th Man Student Fan Challenge
- Become part of the UW-L athletics tradition today
- 2014 L-Club brochure
- Click here for more information about the L-Club and upcoming events
- UWLEAGLEFAN (UWL EAGLE FAN)
- Follow the Athletic Director on Twitter: @UWLAXAD
Rebecca Dickmann, a College of Business Administration student, has been awarded the prestigious Congress-Bundestag (Parliament) Fellowship. Students from top U.S. universities compete for the fellowship. Dickmann has been selected to participate in the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals (CBYX), a year-long, federally-funded fellowship for study and work in Germany. She was selected from more than 700 applicants as one of 75 participants for the unique fellowship program. Since 1984, approximately 1,700 Americans have been awarded this opportunity to gain cultural, academic and practical work experience in Germany.
UW-L in the news
A summary of some of the stories about UW-La Crosse spotted in the news. "Building commission approves parking ramp expansion for UW-L," La Crosse Tribune, Aug. 7. The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse has a green light to add two levels to its new campus parking ramp ... "Freshman enrollment increases at UW-La Crosse despite population change," WXOW, August 10. Students will soon return to school, and according to one University Chancellor, despite a decline in high school population, freshman enrollment is up - which has presented both challenges and benefits. University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Chancellor Joe Gow said freshman enrollment is up by six students ... "U.S. Army approves continuation of UW-La Crosse ROTC Program," WXOW, Aug. 11. UW-La Crosse's ROTC program has received approval from the U.S. Army to continue programs on campus. Last October, the U.S. Army nearly closed UW-La Crosse's Eagle Battalion ROTC Program due to a reduction in army services. The Army though decided a month later to put the Eagle Battalion on probation, as they created a new metric scale to help evaluate ROTC programs across the nation... "Report: Americans feel financial sting of recession," WKBT La Crosse, Aug. 12. ... and say, 'I should be saving some more and cut back on my spending,'" University of Wisconsin-La Crosse economics professor Mike Haupert said.
Exercise, depression and anxiety
The word "exercise" may make you think of running laps around the gym. But exercise includes a wide range of activities that boost your activity level to help you feel better. Certainly running, lifting weights, playing basketball and other fitness activities that get your heart pumping can help. But so can gardening, washing your car or strolling around the block and other less intense activities.
You don't have to do all your exercise at once either. Broaden how you think of exercise and find ways to fit activity into your routine. Add small amounts of physical activity throughout your day. For example, take the stairs instead of the elevator. Park a little farther away from your work to fit in a short walk. Or, if you live close to your job, bike to work.
Studies indicate that exercise probably helps ease depression in a number of ways, including:
- releasing feel-good brain chemicals that ease depression (neurotransmitters and endorphins)
- reducing immune system chemicals that worsen depression
- Increasing body temperature, which has calming effects
- Gain confidence. Meeting exercise goals or challenges, even small ones, can boost your self-confidence. Getting in shape can also make you feel better about your appearance.
- Take your mind off worries. Exercise is a distraction that can get you away from the cycle of negative thoughts that feed anxiety and depression.
- Get more social interaction. Exercise may give you the chance to meet or socialize with others. Just exchanging a friendly smile or greeting as you walk around your neighborhood can help your mood.
To campus for successful Employee Enrichment Day
The Employee Enrichment Day Committee would like to thank the university community for all its support on a rewarding, day-long event. It was wonderful to collaborate with administrators, faculty, academic and classified staff, and presenters who all worked together to provide such a successful event. Thank you to Sudexo and AFSCME Local 1449 for providing refreshments through the Events Promotions Request Committee Grant, and to the Classified Council and Academic Staff Council for providing funding for keynote speakers. Also, thanks to the Cartwright custodial staff for room set-ups and quick turn-arounds. Because of everyone’s help, it was a very enriching day. Plan now to attend next year! Our tentative date for the 2015 Employee Enrichment Day is Tuesday, July 21. The Employee Enrichment Day Committee- Amanda Goodenough
- Tammy Haakenson
- Brad Quarberg
- Kathy Ring
- Cyndi Taylor
- Bob Wilson
- Becky Yoshizumi
The UW-L Adopt-A-Highway crew completed its 21st year of cleaning up trash along Highway 33 last Monday, Aug. 11.
Thanks to all who have helped over the years — and to those who were part of the crew last Monday:
- Florence Aliesch
- Lori Anderson
- Joe Bolwahn
- Deb Gerke
- Nancy Jones
- Brad, Gail and Merideth Quarberg
The crew is open to all university employees, retirees and their families. The crew plans to re-organize for another season next spring. To become part of the Adopt-A-Highway team, contact Crew Leader Brad Quarberg, at bquarberg@uwlax.edu
