Posted 3:11 p.m. Friday, May 8, 2015
This week's news and events.
UW-L Provost to head NY College
UW-L Provost Heidi Macpherson
UW-L Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Heidi Macpherson has been selected as the next president of the State University of New York (SUNY) College at Brockport. She will begin her new position at Brockport in mid July. Read more » |
In this issue:Announcements & Notices Athletics Campus Kudos UWLDining In The News Classifieds |
May graduate finds UW-L family 5,000 miles from home Peter Molnar, of Hungary, has gained maturity, personality and direction in a place far away from home. Moreover, in the last four years of college, the May graduate’s eyes have opened to what’s out there in the world. Read more »
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UW-L joins pledge to promote veteran success UW-L has joined a growing list of colleges and universities nationwide working to help military veterans be successful in school. Read more »
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Students launch website showcasing campus building sustainability Shelby Jacobson found her passion for the environment after transferring to UW-L. “It was a big change when I changed my major and minor to focus on the environment,” says Jacobson, a third-year student. “It really opened my eyes to what UW-L has to offer.” Read more » |
UW-L Choral Union to feature Stravinsky May 17 UW-L Choral Union’s final concert of the academic year will feature Igor Stravinsky’s most famous choral work, the “Symphony of Psalms.” Read more »
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Finals week events and rain locations
Several outdoor events are scheduled Monday, May 11. All are free and open to all members of the UW-L campus community. The events and rain locations are:- Emily Lyons Remembrance and Organ Donation Awareness from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Hoeschler Tower. The event opens in the Lindner Forest Gazebo at 11 a.m. with Chancellor Gow, Vice Chancellor Paula Knudson and Lyons' family and friends. Rain location is 1300 Centennial Hall with the opening at the gazebo rain or shine.
- All-Campus Finals Scream for students, faculty and staff to relieve stress and celebrate the year's accomplishments. The event is from noon-12:15 p.m. at the Hoeschler Tower. The scream begins at 12:05, led by Chancellor Gow. People who cannot attend the scream in person are encouraged to film, take a photo, or use social media to record their scream — wherever they may be — and post it on the Facebook page or use the hashtag #UWLFinalsSCREAM. Rain location is Cartwright cafeteria.
- Yoga on Wittich Lawn from 12:30-1:15 p.m behind the farmer's market. All experience levels are welcome. Participants should bring a mat, towel or blanket. Rain location is the Ward Room, Cartwright Center.
Middle School Science and Math Expo on campus May 12
The annual Middle School Science and Math Expo will be on campus for the first time from noon-2 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, in the Mitchell Hall Fieldhouse. The Expo is sponsored by UW-L Continuing Education & Extension, College of Science and Health and the Gundersen Medical Foundation. About 170 students from seven area middle schools will be presenting their research. The posters will be reviewed by volunteers from campus and the area. This event is open to the public. Visit http://www.uwlax.edu/conted/science-math-expo/ for more information.
'Jeans Day' Friday, May 15
UW-L is one of many local organizations that participates in “Jeans Day” each month and is sponsored by the La Crosse Tribune. In return for $1 (suggested donation), UW-L faculty and staff have the opportunity to wear jeans rather than usual business attire. Donations go to designated local, non-profit charities or organizations each month. The charities this month are UW-L Learning in Retirement and La Crosse Symphony Orchestra, Inc.
Locate your building contact person on the list below, contribute your suggested $1, and collect your Jeans Day sticker. It is not necessary to wear jeans to participate. This is a great way to unite our campus in supporting local non-profit organizations in the Greater La Crosse area.
In April, the campus raised more than $110. Let’s show the community how generous we can be.
Building contacts:
- Marcee Peplinski, 117 Archaeology Center Lab
- Cindy Curran, 212 Cartwright Center
- Laurie Collison, 4206 Centennial Hall
- Christine Reed, 234 Center for the Arts
- Vickie Bain, Cleary Alumni & Friends Center
- Karen Ott, 2004 Cowley Hall
- Carol Beckerjeck, Eagle Hall
- Debra Gerke, 105 Graff Main Hall
- Jeanne Voss, 124 Mitchell Hall
- Maripat Coughlin, 235 Morris Hall
- Ingrid Iverson, 107 Murphy Library
- Ann Reman, Physical Plant
- Ann Stratton, Parking Services
- Mo McAlpine/Rachel Berry, Recreational Eagle Center
- Karen Kindschy, 1030 Student Health Center
- Maureen Spencer, 404A Wimberly Hall
- Josh Kraft, 162 Wing Technology Center
News and upcoming events
- Baseball will be hosting the NCAA Division III Midwest Regionals at Copeland Park Wednesday, May 13-Saturday, May 16.
- Men’s and Women’s Track will be hosting the UW-L Qualifier at 3 p.m. Thursday, May 14.
- Mark your calendars for the 14th Annual Eagle Eye Open. The golf outing features UW-L athletic teams at each hole, and includes 18 holes with a cart, box lunch, dinner social, golf polo, a sleeve of golf balls, and the opportunity to enter a raffle and silent auction. Register here for this event.
- Visit uwlcamps.com for a list of upcoming UW-L Tennis, Football, Women’s Basketball, Gymnastics, and Soccer camps and clinics.
Follow the Eagles anytime online and through social media to have a chance to win prizes at athletic events —
- Website | uwlathletics.com
- Facebook | uwleagles | Click here for each team
- Twitter | @uwleaglefan
- SnapChat | uwlathletics
- Instagram | uwlathletics
Eaglez Kidz Klub | Group Outings | Get Involved | Maroon Platoon | Mascot | Tickets | Events & Promotions | L-Club | Donations
Sam Cocks, Eric Kraemer, Mary Krizan, all Philosophy, presented papers at the Viterbo University Water Ethics Conference in La Crosse April 17. Cocks presented "Dog Oceansen and Liberation," Kraemer and Krizan presented "Aristotle, The Telos of Water, the Telos of Man and Water Ethics."
James Longhurst, History, was featured in a story "Allegheny Front," a public radio program covering environmental news. Longhurst's first book, Citizen Environmentalists (2010), described the history of the environmental advocacy group GASP, and the news story features an interview with Longhurst as well as audio from his 2007 oral history interviews with its founder, Michelle Madoff. For more information, visit http://www.alleghenyfront.org/story/gasp-pittsburgh-environmental-groups-60s-roots
Jörg Vianden's, Student Affairs Administration, article "Mind the Gap: Understanding and engaging cultural differences in the housing-faculty partnership" (Sept./Oct. 2014) received the Robert P. Cooke Talking Stick Article of the Year Award by the Association of College and University Housing Officers International (ACUHO-I).
UW-L Women's and Men's Outdoor Track and Field teams won the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC) championships Saturday, May 2. The men's team has won its 25th consecutive WIAC title, and it's the 4th consecutive conference championship for the women's team. Few other universities or colleges in the nation can boast such an impressive record of success.
What’s Happening In Dining Services
— By Registered Dietitian Katie Callahan
Top 10 Tips for a healthy, happy lifestyle —
It can be easy to give in to the latest diet trend. Unfortunately, diets are usually quick fixes that are not sustainable. Here are some tips on ways to make small, gradual changes toward a healthy, happy lifestyle:- Focus on real foods. Fruits, vegetables, lean protein, and healthy fat all contain far less sugar, sodium, and trans-fat than any processed food item.
- Use MyPlate as a guide. The USDA MyPlate is a good model to keep in mind when creating your plate in the dining hall.
- Snack 2-3 times a day. Combine healthy fat (olive oil, peanut butter), protein (beef jerky, deli meat), and carbohydrates (fruits, vegetables, whole grains) for optimal blood sugar control.
- Keep portions in check. It is easy to get out of hand with portions. Remember that a portion size of meat is the size of your palm and peanut butter and butter is the size of a ping-pong ball.
- Take the focus off of calories and focus on QUALITY. Instead of wondering how many calories are in an item, think about what nutrients are in an item.
- Sneak in some activity throughout the day. A little goes a long way. Combine strength exercises with cardio for about 20-30 minutes a day for a good metabolism boost.
- Drink lots of water. Your body is made of 50-60% water. Drink 9-13 cups of water a day to keep your body functioning properly.
- Get enough sleep. Believe it or not, nutrition and sleep do go hand in hand. The less sleep you get, the more likely you’ll crave food items higher in sugar and processed carbohydrates. These items ultimately can cause harm (more specifically inflammation) to the body.
- Don’t stress the small stuff. Instead of resorting to food when stressed, go on a walk, do some journaling, or call a friend.
- Enjoy your food. It’s meant to be savored.
UW-L in the news
A summary of some of the stories about UW-La Crosse spotted in the news. "UW System President hopes universities can avoid 'death by a thousand cuts'," May 2, La Crosse Tribune. University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross speaks at a forum Friday at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. About 250 administrators ... "UW-L men win 25th, women 4th consecutive outdoor WIAC championship," May 2, WXOW.com. The UW-L men's team scored 215.83 points to win its 51st conference championship by 91.83 over second place UW-Whitewater. It's the largest ... "UW-L hosts WSMA State Solo & Ensemble Festival," May 2, WXOW.com. Hundreds of middle and high school music students from around the coulee region were at UW-La Crosse Saturday for the Wisconsin School Music ... "La Crosse students work with famed composer Michael Colgrass," May 2, La Crosse Tribune. Colgrass is visiting La Crosse this week as part of a partnership between the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and the school district. Logan Middle ... "Gow holds open forum for UW-L staff, students," May 5, News8000.com - WKBT. The chancellor says proposed cuts to the UW System budget have many people wondering how the university would be affected. "I think that people ..." "Thousands of students leaving La Crosse will impact local business," May 6, News8000.com - WKBT. La Crosse's population will drop by nearly 15,000 in a few weeks. As many students from UW-La Crosse, Western Techical College, and Viterbo ... "Wis. lawmakers reject UW System independence," May 6, News8000.com - WKBT. University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Chancellor Joe Gow said now that the proposal ... "Are we still going to have a $300 million cut to the UW System?" "UW-L provost to be next College at Brockport president," May 7, The Courier Life News. University of Wisconsin-La Crosse provost Heidi Macpherson will be the next president College of Brockport, a State University of New York campus.