Campus Connection

UW-L Art Gallery to feature student work

A variety of student artwork is featured inUW-L’s University Art Gallery. The annual All-Student Juried Exhibition opened with a reception from 5-6:30 p.m. Friday, March 23, in the Gallery.

Twenty-nine UW-L students to present research at NCUR 2012

Twenty-nine UW-L students will present their research at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research Thursday through Saturday, March 29-31, at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah. Students from more than 300 colleges and universities throughout the U.S. attend.

Distinguished scholar to visit UW-L

A leading scholar will share his research at UW-L on literary ideas that emerged in West Africa and the Caribbean in the early 20th century.

Mice, milk and cookies with UW-L Theatre’s Children’s Show

UW-L’s Department of Theatre Arts is tickled to bring to life the beloved children’s story “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie” by Laura Joffe Numeroff, adapted by Jody Davidson for youth audiences this spring.

Climate change research is a resource for K-12 classrooms

UW-L climate change research in California is a model for how college students can be both great researchers and produce great resources for K-12 science teachers.  

 Area students on campus March 21 for National History Day

[caption id="attachment_10808" align="alignnone" width="770" caption="UW-L senior marketing lecturer Joe Chilsen, center, in blue shirt, found himself on the opposite side of the podium March 12 for National History Day. He and his wife, Pat, and daughter, Abby, watched his son, Sam, present results of his historical research project. More than 300 middle school and high school students from at least 10 western Wisconsin school districts presented that day. The National History Day program engages students in historical research through a variety of contexts. Chilsen's family and friends took a break for lunch in Cartwright Center. Pictured, counterclockwise from Chilsen, are student presenters Sam Chilsen and Ben Reimler, Pat Chilsen, friend Alicia Johnson and Abby Chilsen."][/caption]

LIVEMAROON: Wear maroon this Friday

Next event planned

More than 100 campus employees attended the first LIVEMAROON Get-Together earlier this month. Those attending gave the event a big thumbs up. LIVEMAROON is a campus-wide effort to revive campus spirit. LIVEMAROON embodies a campus filled with passion, friendship, community and pride. Those who won LIVEMAROON T-shirts are encouraged to wear them during Jeans Day this Friday, March 30. Those who don’t have LIVEMAROON T-shirts can show campus support by sporting maroon clothing. The next LIVEMAROON Get-Together is set for the afternoon of Thursday, May 3. LIVEMAROON events will take place each month; watch for details. During April, campus employees are encouraged to LIVEMAROON by wearing their LIVEMAROON T-shirts or other maroon clothing when they attend the 7th Semi-Annual Semi-Sweet Morale Retreat from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, April 11, at the REC. The following people, selected randomly, will receive LIVEMAROON stainless steel mugs for attending the first Get-Together and completing a participation survey: Carla Burkhardt, Health and Science; Karyn Quinn, Music; Elizabeth Theede, Continuing Education; Becky Yoshizumi, Computer Science; Corinne Means, Records and Registration; Kathy Ring, Human Resources; Nancy Jones, Records and Registration; Frank Tierney, Academic Advising; Emily Jacobson, Sponsored Research; and Sarah Pinon, Admissions. These winners should stop by 115 Graff Main Hall to pick up their mug.

Tickets for international banquet now available

Enjoy the tastes, sights and sounds from countries around the world at UW-L’s 47th Annual International Banquet Saturday, April 14, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. International students cook ethnic dishes from a variety of different countries and provide an array of entertainment including dance, music and a fashion show featuring traditional clothing. Doors open at 5 p.m. The show starts at 6 p.m.  Cost is $12 for UW-L students, faculty and staff. General admissions is $16. Children 6 and under are free but tickets are required. Tickets sell out quickly. Purchase tickets at the Cartwright Center Information Counter.

Planetarium's public program on dinosaurs continues through March

UW-L’s Planetarium public program in March, “Death of the Dinosaurs,” continues Saturday, March 31. The program begins at 1 p.m. in 20 Cowley Hall. Admissions is $2 for students, $3 for others. To find out more, contact Bob Allen at allen.robe@uwlax.edu or 785.8669. Find out more about the planetarium.

Writing Center, Murphy Library to offer information research tutoring

The UW-L Writing Center and Murphy Library have joined forces to offer information research tutoring to students.The service is being offered in the Learning Center on the 2nd floor of Murphy Library. Hours are from 4-8 p.m. Sundays, 6:30-8 p.m. Mondays,  3-6 p.m. Wednesdays and other times to be arranged by tutors. Information research tutoring includes helping students understand the research process, find relevant and credible information resources, use professional information databases, understand how and when to cite sources, and other related topics. Four Writing Center tutors from across disciplines are trained and ready to assist students with their information research. Faculty and staff are encouraged to refer students with information research questions to the Writing Center to work with these tutors.

Become an ally, next training session is March 26

Become a better advocate for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, questioning, asexual and ally (LGBTIQQAA) community by participating in ally training. Plan to attend one of these spring training sessions:

• 11 a.m. Monday, March 26, in 257 Cartwright Center
• 6 p.m. Thursday April 26, in 263 Cartwright Center

For more information or accommodations email pridecenter@uwlax.edu. Sessions are sponsored by the Pride Center

Free motivational Wednesday lectures planned

UW-L faculty and staff will present lectures on Wednesdays to motivate listeners and to share inspiring life lessons, stories and tips. The one-hour lectures include:

• Scott Dickmeyer, Communications 7 p.m. March 28 1400 Centennial Hall
• Betsy Morgan, Psychology 7 p.m. April 4 247 Graff Main Hall
• Paul Heckman, English 7 p.m. April 18 1400 Centennial Hall
• Al Gedicks, Sociology 7 p.m. April 25 1400 Centennial Hall

Documentary film on bullying to be shown March 28

[caption id="attachment_10775" align="alignright" width="200" caption="Equal Rights Activist Jamie Nabozny speaks at UW-L Tuesday, April 10."][/caption]

Nabozny to speak on campus April 10

The life of motivational speaker and equal rights advocate Jamie Nabozny will be detailed in two upcoming programs on campus.

Global warming is topic of March 29 public lecture

Students to vote on student center; discussion forum set for April 3

Plans to repair, build a new center on the ballot April 10 Students will decide the future of the university’s main student center during their spring elections Tuesday, April 10. UW-L's Student Association is hosting a forum to discuss student center options from 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, April 3, in the Cameron Hall of Nations, Centennial Hall. All students are encouraged to attend. Parts of Cartwright Center are more than 50 years old. Despite cosmetic changes, the infrastructure of the building has become challenging. There are concerns regarding plumbing, heating and air conditioning, accessibility, safety codes, roofs, flooding when there is a heavy rainfall, and sustainability of the facility. The facility will need major maintenance upgrades to remain functional. Two additions have left a facility that is fragmented and lacks student comfort. The proposed student center will contain lounges for students to study and interact. Meeting rooms for student organizations are being designed to fit the size of current student organizations. In addition, space for student organizations will be available. Two major program spaces will exist, a larger multipurpose room than Valhalla, and an entertainment café. Dining concepts will expand and an outdoor programming space will be developed. In addition, gas fireplaces will add warmth to the center, allowing more hang out space. Recreation spaces will also be available, but are undefined at this time. A referendum on the ballot will ask students whether they prefer repairing Cartwright Center or building a new student center in the parking lot east of Wimberly Hall. A repair of Cartwright would close the facility for about two years. Construction of a new facility would take place in 2014-15, with a 2016 opening date. For more information, visit: www.uwlax.edu/studentcenter/ Frequent updates about the project will be posted on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/UWLStudentUnion. On April 10, students will also vote on the Green Fund referendum and new Student Leadership. See the Student Association Web page for more information.

Jeans Day is March 30

UW-L is one of many local organizations that participate in the monthly “Jeans Day” sponsored by the La Crosse Tribune. One or two local charities or organizations are designated each month to receive our donations. In return for a $1 (suggested donation) UW-L employees may wear jeans to work Friday, March 30. They're encouraged to wear their LIVEMAROON T-shirts or other maroon clothing. You may contribute even if you don’t wear jeans. Let’s show our community how generous we can be! In February our campus raised $75. The charities receiving the March contributions are: Riverfront – This organization provides opportunities for employment, independent living and recreation to adults with cognitive and physical disabilities. UW-L Learning in Retirement – This organization provides affordable educational, cultural and social enrichment for retired men and women living in the Greater La Crosse Area. Drop $1 donations off with one of the following building contacts:

• Cindy Curran, 212 Cartwright Center
• Laurie Collison, 4206 Centennial Hall
• Laurie Malloney, Cleary Alumni & Friends Center
• Karen Ott, 2004 Cowley Hall
• Carol Beckerjeck, Eagle Hall
• Pa Moua-Yang, 115 Graff Main Hall
• Kathy Olson, 203 Mitchell Hall
• Chandra Hawkins, 220 Morris Hall
• Ingrid Iverson, 107 Murphy Library
• Ann Reman, Physical Plant
• Karen Kindschy, Student Health Center
• Vickie Bain, 120 Wimberly Hall
• Josh Kraft, 162 Wing Technology Center

If there is not a contact in your building, you can forward your donation to Jeans Day Coordinator Vickie Bain, Small Business Development Center, 120 Wimberly Hall. If you want to be a building coordinator, contact Vickie Bain at vbain@uwlax.edu or 785.8646.

UW-L’s Women’s Chorus, Männerchor sets concert

Works to feature American composers

American composers will be highlighted in a spring concert featuring the UW-La Crosse Women’s Chorus and Männerchor. The ensembles will perform several compositions by celebrated American composer Randall Thompson,1899-1984, at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 1, in Annett Recital Hall, Center for the Arts. Admission is free. The concert will be in three parts. Männerchor, conducted by Professor Gary Walth, will open with choral settings by American composers including Thompson’s “The Last Words of David.” Männerchor will also premier Walth’s newest composition, “The Eyes Of All Wait Upon Thee,” written for the ensemble. The Women’s Chorus, conducted by Kathryn Moran, will also perform a choral work by Thompson titled “The Lord Is My Shepherd.” In addition, the women will perform several pieces by another well-known American composer, Aaron Copland. The concert will conclude with the combined choirs presenting Thompson’s most famous choral work, “Frostiana.” The work consists of seven settings of the poetry of Robert Frost (1874-1963). Local pianist Beth Lakmann will serve as the accompanist for the large work. If you go— Who: UW-L Women’s Chorus and Männerchor What: Spring Concert When: 4 p.m. Sunday, April 1 Where: Annett Recital Hall, Center for the Arts Admission: Free

American slang is topic of April 4 International Coffee Hour

Learn about American slang at an International Coffee Hour from 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, April 4, in the Cameron Hall of Nations, Centennial Hall. International and domestic students will present a fun and engaging activity. Coffee and light refreshments will be served. The Office of International Education is hosting the event.

Heating Plant shutdown set for May 12-20

The Heating Plant will be shut down for scheduled maintenance and repairs beginning 6 p.m. Saturday, May 12, until 10 p.m. Sunday, May 20. During the shutdown there will be no steam distribution services available to campus buildings. Cage washers, autoclaves and other steam supplied equipment will be affected. Plan accordingly in anticipation of the shutdown. For more information contact the Heating Plant Superintendent Timothy Merrell at 785.8710.

Apply for summer financial aid by July 24

Students who  plan to attend summer school at least half time are eligible to file for summer financial aid. Undergraduate students must be enrolled for a minimum of six credits and graduate students for a minimum of five credits to be considered half-time students. Some low-income undergraduates may be eligible for the Federal Pell grant when enrolled less than full-time during the academic year or graduating mid-year. Students who wish to receive any type of summer financial aid must complete a 2012-13 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov and an Application for Summer School Financial Aid, which is available on the Financial Aid website at www.uwlax.edu/finaid/forms.html or in the Financial Aid Office, 215 Graff Main Hall. Students enrolled less than half time who want loans for the summer session may apply for an alternative education loan. Additional information about private loans available to students enrolled less than half time is available at www.uwlax.edu/finaid/appliproceS12.html. Direct Loans received for the summer will reduce your 2012-13 eligibility. The financial aid application process must be completed prior to the last day of summer school classes. Therefore, apply no later than Tuesday, July 24. Summer 2012  is the last semester graduate students will be eligible for Federal Subsidized Direct Loans. After summer, all Direct Loans for graduate students will be unsubsidized. Students who plan to take at least five credits in summer, may want to complete the 2012-13 FAFSA and the Application for Summer School Financial Aid to determine subsidized loan eligibility. IMPORTANT NOTE: If a student is registered for at least half time (six credits) and then subsequently drops below half time at any point during the summer session(s), it is possible that all federal aid awarded may have to be refunded back to the respective programs, and the student may owe the University for the entire summer tuition.     Mark W. Chavalas, history, spoke on "Israel in Mesopotamian Sources" for the Biblical Archaeology Society, Los Angeles Chapter, in Monrovia, Calif. Laurie Cooper Stoll, Sociology and Archeology, along with colleagues Todd Fuist (Loyola University Chicago) and Fred Kniss (Eastern Mennonite University) published "Beyond the Liberal-Conservative Divide: Assessing the Relationship between Religious Denominations and Their Associated LGBT Organizations" in Qualitative Sociology, March 2012. Audrey M. Elegbede, Institute for Ethnic and Racial Studies, presented “Consuming the ‘Right’ Goods: Maintaining Middle-Classness Among Divorced Single-Mothers in Malaysia” at the annual meeting of the Association for Asian Studies March 15-18 in Toronto, Canada. Cecilia G. Manrique, Political Science/Public Administration, had her peer-reviewed review of the book "The Secret War between Downloading and Uploading: Tales of the Computer as Culture Machine" by Peter Lunenfeld published in the Feb. 6 issue of Computing Reviews. Robert E. Rosacker and Kirsten M. Rosacker, Accountancy, had “A Call for Collaborative Academic and Practitioner Efforts to Address Remote-Access Voting Methods” accepted for publication in Transforming Government: People, Process and Policy (United Kingdom / Emerald Publishing). It will be published during the third quarter of 2012 in time for the national election. Gwyn Straker, Health Professionals/Physical Therapy, will receive the Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association's Otto Cordero Lifetime Achievement Award at the WPTA Spring Conference at the Country Springs Inn in Waukesha on April 20. The award is among the most prestigious awards given by the WPTA to recognize individuals who have made sustained and significant contributions to the physical therapy profession and to the association over the course of their career. Cordero is a mentor and sage to many in the  American  Physical Therapy Association and WPTA. This is the second prestigious award this year for UW-L's physical therapy faculty. John Willson won a national award earlier this year.

Class in the kitchen

Sign up today for March’s cooking class at Whitney Center

This  hands-on cooking class is for those at an intermediate level. Participants will prepare several types of hummus and a variety of homemade salad dressings with UW-L Dining Services Chef Randy Hanson and Chef Robb Hanson. UW-L's on-campus Registered Dietitian Amy Gunderson will provide helpful nutrition information. The class will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday, March 29, in Whitney Center's Bakery. Participants meet in the main hallway at Whitney Center before class. Admission is $10 per class, or $5 and a meal swipe for those on a meal plan or block plan. Contact Dining Services at 785.8608 for more information and to register for the class.  

Tierney named veteran and transfer student coordinator; Jablonski to be veteran educational benefits coordinator

Frank Tierney has been named  UW-L's Veteran Student and Family Member and Transfer Student Coordinator. Tierney will provide support and advocacy for incoming students, including transfer students, who are veterans or family members of veterans. Tierney has more than 11 years of experience at UW-L, including six as an assistant professor of military science and five as an adviser in the Academic Advising Center. Call 785.6953 or email ftierney@uwlax.edu to schedule an apppointment. His office is in the Advising Center, 1140 Centennial Hall. Nicole Jablonski joins the Office of Records and Registration as UW-L's Veteran Educational Benefits Coordinator. Jablonski, a 10-year Navy veteran, will be responsible for administering all federal and state veteran educational benefits. Her office is in 117 Graff Main Hall. UW-L's Student Veterans Association (SVA) meets at 5 p.m. Thursdays in 257 Cartwright Center. Everyone is welcome to attend. Spencer Neibur is the president of SVA and Troy Pinski is vice president.

Transfer

Gary Ellis from Custodian in Cartwright Center to Custodian in Recreational Eagle Center, March 25

The Vogue Archive now available

Although Vogue magazine is often only associated with fashion, The Vogue Archive, a digital repository of every Vogue magazine published, is used by students in a variety of disciplines. The Vogue Archive, now available at UW-L thanks to student funding through Academic Initiatives, contains every page, every image, photograph, advertisement and interview that ever appeared in Vogue, from its first issue in 1892 to the present. Students use The Vogue Archive for assignments such as:

• Use of alcohol or tobacco in advertisements
• Body image trends over time
• Popular culture during a specific decade
• Costume design for plays
• Brands and logo design over time
• Interviews with famous women
• Trends in photography
• Gender representations through tiime

In addition to fashion and design, The Vogue Archive provides a historical look at American culture, changes in social norms and customs and popular literary trends. It includes features on popular cultural figures of the day from Marlene Dietrich and the Beatles to Nicole Kidman and Beyoncé, as well prominent American women from Jackie Kennedy to Michelle Obama. It encompasses literary works by Kate Chopin, Evelyn Waugh, Vladimir Nabokov, and Carson McCullers; articles by Winston Churchill and Bertrand Russell; wartime photojournalism by Lee Miller; and much more. Find The Vogue Archive is temporarily highlighted on the library home page, in the library's A - Z list of resources, and in various library subject guides. I send my heartfelt thanks to everyone for such a wonderful retirement reception!  What an incredible way to start my new life adventure.  I'll never forget your kindness! — Karen Hansen Karen Hansen, Continuing Education and Extension, retired from UW-L March 9. She worked at UW-L for more than 20 years.     

For sale

Waterfront home for sale by owner. Two-bedroom, two bath, 1,900 sq. ft.  W7655 County Road ZB, within National Wildlife Refuge on Brice Prairie. Price Reduced! $329,900. Call 783.3144.

Found

Women's sunglasses were found March 14 on the swing in front of Graff Main Hall. Check with the Information Desk in Cartwright Cartwright Center.