Posted 8:40 p.m. Friday, March 16, 2012
This week's campus news.
UW-La Crosse appoints new provost
A Minnesota native who currently lives in England will return to the Midwest to become Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at UW-L.UW-L research could lead to answers about human heart conditions, bleeding disorders
Ground squirrels can do something really cool that humans can’t. They can burrow into the ground and hibernate, slowing their heart rate to four beats per minute.
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'Stand for Justice in the Holy Land' lecture set at UW-L
The parents of a human rights activist killed in the Gaza Strip will share their story at a UW-L presentation. Cindy and Craig Corrie, parents of human rights activist and observer Rachel Corrie, will speak on “Stand for Justice in the Holy Land” at 7 p.m. Monday, March 19, in Port O’ Call, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. The program is free; donations will be accepted. Rachel Corrie was killed March 16, 2003, by an Israeli military bulldozer in the Gaza Strip as she tried to prevent the demolition of a Palestinian family’s home. Motivated by their daughter's work and example, the Corries have dedicated themselves to the pursuit of justice and peace in the Middle East. The Corries have made numerous visits to the Middle East, spending time in Israel, the West Bank, Gaza, Egypt, and Turkey. Find out more at: http://rachelcorriefoundation.org/. Sponsors of the presentation include: UW-L History Department; Viterbo University History Department; Islamic Center of Winona; La Crosse Area Synod (ELCA) Middle East subcommittee; La Crosse Interfaith Justice, and Peace Network La Crosse Community Foundation Global Awareness Fund. If you go— Who: Cindy and Craig Corrie What: “Stand for Justice in the Holy Land” When: 7 p.m. Monday, March 19 Where: Port O’ Call, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition Admission: Free; donations will be accepted.UW-L class to interview La Crosse Tribune editor
UW-L's Strategic Decision Making for Leaders class will interview Rusty Cunningham, editor of the La Crosse Tribune, 2:15 p.m. Tuesday, March 20, in 102 Wing Technology Center. Faculty and students are welcome to attend. Charles Swayne is the class instructor.UW-L surplus sale runs March 21 through April 4
UW-L will conduct a sale of surplus property in partnership with the on-line auction site www.wisconsinsurplus.com Wednesday, March 21, through Wednesday, April 4. Items for sale include: lawn and garden equipment, sporting goods, tables, chairs, desks, file cabinets and many other items. Pre-registration and a bidder number is required prior to any bid submittals. For terms and conditions of sale, along with contact information click here.Area students at UW-L for History Day
March 21 event to feature 'Revolution, Reaction and Reform in History'
More than 300 middle school and high school students from at least 10 western Wisconsin school districts with present results of their historical research projects relating to the theme “Revolution, Reaction and Reform in History.” The annual regional National History Day program is Wednesday, March 21, at UW-La Crosse. National History Day, under the direction of the UW-L History Department, engages students in historical research through a variety of contexts. The event begins at 8 a.m. in Valhalla, Cartwright Center–Gunning Addition. Members of the public may attend performances in Valhalla throughout the morning with media documentaries open for public viewing throughout the day. Exhibits in various rooms in Cartwright and Port O’ Call will be available from noon-1 p.m. Students will present their research work through historical papers, websites, media documentaries, exhibits and performances. Qualifiers for the state competition and winners of 11 special research awards will be announced at 3:30. The public is invited; admission is free. Refer inquiries to Gregory Wegner, Western Wisconsin Regional Coordinator for National History Day, at gwegner@uwlax.edu If you go— Who: More than 300 area middle school and high school students What: National History Day Regional Program When: 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 21 Where: Valhalla, Cartwright Center –Gunning Addition Admission: FreeFree motivational Wednesday lectures planned
UW-L faculty and staff will present lectures to motivate listeners and to share inspiring life lessons, stories and tips. The one-hour lectures include:- Joel Chilsen, Marketing 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 21 1400 Centennial Hall
- Betsy Morgan, Psychology 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 4 247 Graff Main Hall
- Paul Heckman, English 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 18 1400 Centennial Hall
Premiere, local screening of documentary on local man’s fight for clean air
A film featuring UW-L staff member Guy Wolf and his fight for clean air in the La Crosse area will have its premiere, local screening at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 22, in 1309 Centennial Hall. Admission is free. The film “Crossing the Line: Defending Wisconsin's Environmental Commons” celebrates the stories of five individuals, families and communities who, with the help of Midwest Environmental Advocates, stood up for their rights to clean air, land and water and won. Wolf led the legal battle in the 1990s to get more teeth behind pollution control enforcement at the French Island incinerator, which turns waste into energy. Wolf contended the incinerator was in violation of the Clean Air Act and became the litigant in a lawsuit against Xcel Energy. A settlement in 2001 required Xcel Energy and La Crosse County to invest millions into the plant for pollution control equipment and pay fines. Kimberlee Wright, executive director of Midwest Environmental Activists in Madison, will introduce the film and lead a discussion afterward. Wolf will also answer questions related to his activities. A reception begins at 5:45 p.m. in 1300 Centennial Hall. If you go— What: The film “Crossing the Line: Defending Wisconsin's Environmental Commons” Where: 1309 Centennial Hall When: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 22 Admission: Free
Passport to Technology 6 set for March 23
Director of Academic Technology at the University of Oregon, Helen Chu, will present the Passport to Technology 6: Technology Without Borders keynote address Friday, March 23. Her presentation, “Virtually Connecting the Dots and Beyond – Aligning Technology with Curriculum,” follows refreshments beginning 12:30 p.m. in Wing Technology Center.
Twenty-minute technology sessions begin at 2 p.m. and include presentations on using D2L portfolios, online learning, classroom technology, clickers, lecture capture, YouTube as well as tours of the Eagle Help Desk. Don’t miss the drawing at 4:15 p.m. for substantial door prizes.
Passport to Technology 6 is open to faculty and staff. No registration is required.
For an event schedule visit www.uwlax.edu/its/ats/passport. For more information email ats@uwlax.edu.
Chancellor Joe Gow has approved one hour of release time. Collaborate with colleagues to ensure office coverage. Academic Technology Services/ITS is hosting the event.
If you go—
What: Passport to Technology 6: Technology Without Borders
Where: Wing Technology Center
When: 12:30-4 p.m. Friday, March 23
Admission: Free
UW-L undergraduate philosophy conference is March 23-25
UW-L's Philosophy Department is hosting a UW-L Undergraduate Philosophy Conference Friday through Sunday, March 23-25. Assistant Professor of Philosophy, SUNY Stony Brook, Megan Craig will present “Narrative Threads: Philosophy, Literature, and the Stories We Tell" at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 24, in 1309 Centennial Hall. Craig does work in phenomenology, especially Emmanuel Levinas; American pragmatism — William James; and memory and trauma — Julia Kristeva and Sigmund Freud. She has published the book "Levinas and James: Toward a Pragmatic Phenomenology," Indiana University Press, 2010. The free event is open to the public. Get the complete schedule.Fictions in 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' is topic of March 23 presentation
Ryan Friesen, English, will present "Conceiving and Consuming Fictions in Washington Irving's 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow'" from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Friday, March 23, in 113 Wimberly Hall. From the beginning of the "Legend," Irving stresses the control that the women of the Hollow exercise over the creation of tales and the naming of place and circumstance. Although deceptively inviting, Friesen says, these ideas belie a violent history. In one reading of the "Legend," a sincere but inept schoolmaster sees his romantic overtures trampled by his vain beloved's preference for a crass, brutish thug. However, Friesen continues, this is not the parable that Irving composed, nor the battle of principles that he staged. Find out more at the free public lecture. To arrange for disability accommodations, email english@uwlax.edu or call 785.8295. For more information, visit http://rhetor.blogs.com/english. The presentation is part of the 2011-12 William J. and Yvonne Hyde English Department Colloquium Series.UW-L athletic trainers set run-walk
A UW-L student athletic training group will hold the 4th Annual Coulee Chase 5K/3K Run/Walk. The event gets underway at 10 a.m. Saturday March 24, at the Myrick Park Gun Shelter, 789 Myrick Park Drive in La Crosse. The Coulee Chase Run/Walk is an event to celebrate National Athletic Training Month and raise awareness about the athletic training profession. In cooperation with the Coulee Region Humane Society, the race also raises awareness about animals that need homes and the health benefits of owning a pet. Registration is $18 before race day ($10 without a T-shirt) and $20 on race day. Register at www.uwlax.edu/AthleticTraining (click on COULEE CHASE link). Dogs are welcome to accompany owners at the event. To bring a pet, bring proof of rabies, vaccination, licensure and sign the waiver on registration form. All proceeds will go to the National Athletic Training Association and the Coulee Region Humane Society. The event is organized by UW-L Athletic Training Association in cooperation with the Coulee Region Humane Society. If you go— What: 4th Annual Coulee Chase 5K/3K Run/Walk When: Saturday March 24, 8:30 a.m. registration; 10 a.m. start for both 5K Fun Run and 3K Family Walk Where: Myrick Park Gun Shelter Registration: $18 if register before race ($10 without a T-shirt); $20 on race day. Register at www.uwlax.edu/AthleticTraining [caption id="attachment_10611" align="alignright" width="400" caption="Members of “The Buried Life” share their story on campus Tuesday, March 27."]
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‘The Buried Life’ coming to UW-L
What do you want to do before you die? Four friends started a journey several years ago to complete the long list of things they wanted to do before they died. Along the way, they helped others fulfill their own dreams. Cast members of the “The Buried Life” speak about their bucket list and help others start theirs at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday March 27, in Valhalla-Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. Admission is free for UW-L students getting a ticket before March 27 and $2 the day of the show; $5 in advance and $7 the day of the show for UW-L employees and other students; and $10 in advance and $12 the day of the show for others. The program is part of the Campus Activities Board (CAB) series If you go— Who: The Buried Life What: Lecture When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 27 Where: Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition Admission: free for UW-L students getting a ticket before March 27 and $2 the day of the show; $5 in advance and $7 the day of the show for UW-L employees and other students; and $10 in advance and $12 the day of the show for others.Deadline to submit creative works to The Catalyst is April 2
Get your original works published in the spring 2012 issue of The Catalyst. The online magazine publishes original essays, poems, stories, music, photos and art from the UW-L community. This edition's theme is "Life is expensive; creativity is free." Although you may feel tied down by a budget, there is no limit to what your mind can create. Share your creativity. Submit original works by no later than Monday, April 2, to catalyst@uwlax.edu. Submit all photos and artwork in jpeg format. Send music via YouTube link. View past issues here. The Catalyst is an independent journal and does not discriminate against the views of artists regardless of race, religion, political affiliation or sexual orientation. It is a publication of the UW-L English Club. For more information on the club, visit uwlmyorgs.collegiatelink.net/organization/englishclub or contact Kimmy at wegner.kimb@uwlax.edu For more information on The Catalyst contact catalyst@uwlax.edu.
Deadline to apply for ATP troupe is March 30
Spread the word. The Campus Climate Office is currently accepting student applications for the fall 2012 Awareness through Performance troupe.
To apply click “Join ATP” at www.uwlax.edu/campusclimate or click here. Paper applications are available in 1120 Centennial Hall. The deadline to apply is 4 p.m. Friday, March 30.
Learn more about Awareness through Performance, visit www.uwlax.edu/campusclimate/atp.
Mark W. Chavalas, History, exhibited "Getting a Word in Wedgewise: Learning Mesopotamian Cuneiform" for the Archaeological Institute of America-Milwaukee Society and the Milwaukee Public Museum Archaeology Fair on March 9.
Lalita Hogan, English, published, "Empathy, Liminality, and Narrative Imagination: Rabindranath Tagore's 'The Living and the Dead,' " in South Asia: Journal of South Asian Studies, Vol. 35, Issue 1, 2012, pages 73-96.
Tesia Marshik, Psychology, presented "Happy Teachers Make Happy Students: Psychological Needs as Predictors of Academic Outcomes" at Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas, on Feb. 20. The presentation focused on her research on the impact of teacher-student relationships on students' motivation and achievement.
