Campus Connection

Professor’s research aims to make solar power more affordable

One UW-La Crosse professor’s research could help this country better harness the power of the sun.

K-12, UW-L faculty in physics team up for the future of science education

Laughter, concentration and collaboration were just a few byproducts of a science experiment in Cowley Hall Tuesday.

Entrance to Whitney Center sees significant repairs

Construction crews are replacing a retaining wall and bridge at the entrance of Whitney Center. The 14-foot-tall and 160-foot-long retaining wall made of limestone was part of the original building, constructed in the mid 1960s.

Former professor’s book explores art history of 79 La Crosse sites

One can study Gothic architecture in Paris, France and Moorish styles in southern Spain. Or they can walk around La Crosse with Les Crocker’s art history book in hand. Crocker taught art history at UW-L for 30 years before retiring in 2001.

UW-L student aims to raise funds for supplies, care at Guatemalan hospital

UW-L student Brian Miller, a community health education major, decided to start a fund to help a Guatemalan hospital purchase much needed supplies. Miller discovered the needs while volunteering at the clinic this spring.

UW-L students, archaeologists unearth another ‘long house,’ other finds in Onalaska

UW-L archaeology students uncovered a second “long house” and other remains from an ancient culture that once inhabited this region.    

Still time to cut loose with UW-L Theatre's —’Footloose’

The UW-L Department of Theatre Arts presents the high-energy musical “Footloose,” which tells a story of a free-spirited kid who reminds a local community that it’s no sin to be young. “Footloose” performances will be at 7:30 p.m. July 5-7. A matinee performance is set for 2 p.m Sunday, July 8. All performances are at the Toland Theatre. Based on the popular 1984 film, “Footloose” is a tale of teenage rebellion. Ren McCormack is a hip city kid who ends up in a Bible-belt town after his parents divorce. An ill-fit for a conservative community where rock is frowned upon and dancing is forbidden, McCormack rallies the kids and takes on the establishment. The musical features many of the popular songs from the movie including the title track “Footloose”, “Let’s Hear It For The Boy” and “Almost Paradise” as well as new songs written specifically for the stage. The music for this lively performance is irresistibly infectious and will have you singing along.

If you go —

Who: University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Department of Theatre Arts What: Footloose SummerStage Production Where: Toland Theatre, UW-La Crosse Center for the Arts When: 7:30 p.m. July 5-7; 2 p.m. July 8 Admission: For tickets, call the box office at 608.785.8522. Box office hours are 1-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and one hour before show times. General admission tickets are $18, $16 for senior citizens and non-UWL students and $9 UW-L students. Company: Justin Cooke, Ashley Hovell, Joe Anderson, Sarah Shervey, Kelsey Taunt, Rhys Wolff, Derek Sveen, Anastasia Morgan, Lauren Omernick, Cassie Pacelli, Colleen Schulz, Austin Hernandez, David Holmes, Corey Holloway, Bryce Wilson, Jessie Fanshaw, Quinn Masterson, Halie Becker, Seth Von Steidl, Alex Attardo, Kyle Olson, Kristen Lake, Anna Mae Beyer, Lily Cornwell, Bobby Black, Annelise Escher, Casey Schneider, Kaylin Wolf, Erica Bush, Cara Cook

Save the date for Bark for Life cancer fundraiser

Save the date and plan to bring your dogs to Myrick Park Sunday, Aug. 19, to participate in the American Cancer Society Bark For Life fundraiser. Registration begins at 11 a.m. Opening ceremonies and a one-mile walk begin at noon. The event runs through 3 p.m. and includes entertainment and activities for dogs and owners. Register early for $20 per canine family. Register the day of the event for $25. Registration includes bandanas for dogs. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/#!/events/412929098752419/.     [caption id="attachment_13122" align="alignright" width="350" caption="Students from UW-L's Nuclear Medicine Technology Program received top awards at the Society of Nuclear Medicine Annual Meeting in Miami the week of June 11. From left, UW-L students Ashley Huntley, Kate Raplinger, Katie Tucker and Nicolette Stenzel. "][/caption]

UW-L students bring home awards from nuclear medicine meeting

UW-L students took home awards from the Society of Nuclear Medicine Annual Meeting in Miami the week of June 11. Nearly 4,000 doctors, technologists, scientists and pharmacists from around the world attend the meeting, the world's largest event focusing on nuclear medicine and molecular imaging. Papers from 17 students from UW-L's Nuclear Medicine Technology Program were accepted to be presented. Out of 95 student presentations submitted, these UW-L students received top awards: Overall best student technologists paper

• 1st place — Katie Tucker for "Review of the use of medium-energy collimators in I-123 imaging."
• 3rd place — Kate Raplinger for "Effect of steroid use during chemotherapy on SUV levels in PET/CT."

Best cardiology abstract presentation

• Nicolette Stenzel for "The effects of regadenoson infusion time on aminophylline usage."

Best PET abstract presentation

• Kate Raplinger for "Effect of steroid use during chemotherapy on SUV levels in PET/CT."

Best instrument abstract paper

• Katie Tucker for "Review of the use of medium-energy collimators in I-123 imaging."

Oncology council awards

• 1st place abstract presenter — Kate Raplinger for "Effect of steroid use during chemotherapy on SUV levels in PET/CT."
• 2nd place abstract presenter — Ashley Huntley for "Comparison of bone scintigraphy and 11C-Choline PET/CT scans in skeletal metastases from prostate cancer."

Kudos also to:

Shelly R. Lesher, Physics, presented “Here, there, everywhere; Introduction to Nuclear Science” at the Physics of the Atomic Nuclei Summer School at the University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Ind., on June 18. The talk, given to high school students, addressed common misconceptions about radiation and opportunities available to students interested in studying nuclear science.    

UW-L seeks assistant to the vice chancellor for Administration & Finance

UW-L seeks a qualified professional to serve on its leadership team as assistant to the vice chancellor for Administration & Finance. The assistant to the vice chancellor for Administration & Finance is a member of the vice chancellor’s administrative leadership team and is responsible for coordinating a broad range of administrative duties and special projects for the vice chancellor and overseeing the operations of the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Administration. The position is responsible for the management of auxiliary contracts including the bookstore, copy services, university vending and licensing. This professional will also prepare background information for the vice chancellor which may involve researching policy papers, financial records, state statutes and UW System policies. The assistant to the vice chancellor serves as a liaison to other university administrators, faculty, staff, students, student organizations, external constituent groups and UW System Administration. Qualified candidates must have:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• A strong familiarity with a customer, service-oriented environment working with a broad array of constituent groups.
• Strong project management, documentation, organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptionally strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

Preferred qualifications include:

• An advanced degree from an accredited institution.
• Knowledge and experience working in a higher education setting with five or more years of progressively responsible administrative experience.

This is a full-time, 12-month position. The review of applications will begin Monday, July 9, and continue until the position is filled. Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to multiculturalism, diversity and inclusive excellence and an ability to work with students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds. UW-L is an AA/EEO employer. Electronic submission of application materials is required. For additional information about this position and to apply, visit https://employment.uwlax.edu/.

New employees

• Jason Bertand, Student Services Coordinator, Student Life Office, July 1
• Kate Burke, Administrative Specialist, Office of Intercollegiate Athletics, July 1
• Amanda Carpenter,Clinical Assistant Professor, Health Professions, July 1
• Kara Koerner,Associate Student Services Coordinator, Admissions Office, July 1
• Derek Stanley, Administrative Specialist, Office of Intercollegiate Athletics, July 1
• Justin Hemker, Groundskeeper in Landscape Services, July 1
• Kevin Krines, IS Network Services Professional in Information Technology, July 2
• Jennifer Hartzheim, Student Services Coordinator, Student Life Office, July 9
• Jennifer Doerfler, Administrative Specialist, Provost Office, July 9

     

Professor Emeritus Bill Otto remembered

Professor Emeritus Bill Otto, 79, died Thursday, June 28, at Hillview Health Care Center in La Crosse. Otto, a 1957 UW-L graduate, was on the recreation and parks department faculty from 1964-1991. He was appointed interim dean of the College of Health Physical Education and Recreation for 1988-89. He was also chair of the department for many years. For complete obituary see http://lacrossetribune.com/lifestyles/announcements/obituaries/dr-william-o-bill-otto/article_ddea2b00-c301-11e1-8bad-0019bb2963f4.html.

For sale

Four-bedroom house; 638 N. 22nd St.; close to UW-L, Myrick Park, Emerson Elementary School and Forest Hills Golf Course; new roof in 2010; finished basement; 2.5 car divided garage. $154,900. Call 715.687.3450.