Veterans events planned at UW-L Nov. 8-13 Veterans Day is Tuesday, Nov. 11. Several events at UW-La Crosse will honor veterans and promote veterans’ issues Nov. 8-13. Read more »

In this issue: Announcements & Notices Athletics Campus Kudos UWLDining Human Resources In The News Murphy Library Notes Physical Wellness Thanks

UW-La Crosse plans New Music Festival New music from local and regional ensembles and artists will be featured during the La Crosse New Music Festival 2014 Tuesday through Thursday, Nov. 11-13. Read more »	Professor emeritus to share archaeological research, discoveries spanning 13 millennia UW-La Crosse Professor Emeritus James Theler will share fascinating archaeological discoveries and regional research from his 30 years studying ancient people and environments of the Coulee Region and Midwest. Read more »
Comedian to perform at UW-La Crosse Journalist-turned-comedian Chloe Hilliard will perform at UW-L at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12 Read more »	Pop/rock artist perform at UW-La Crosse Scott Wesley, a musician known for his up-and-coming pop and rock music, will perform at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov.13, in The Cellar, Cartwright Center. Read more »
UW-L professor shares story of living as an expatriate Adrienne Loh, UW-La Crosse professor of chemistry and biochemistry, will present “Living as anexpatriate of France: tales from my sabbatical in Paris and beyond” from 3-4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, in 1309 Centennial Hall, UW-L. Read more »	Murphy Library’s Art in the Mug Photo Show features student art Murphy Library’s Art in the Mug Program has a new exhibition of student photography from the Photography and Imaging II and Experimental Photography classes. Read more »
UW-L professor’s research shows racial discrimination in jobs that involve customer interaction A study co-authored by a UW-La Crosse professor, which is featured in Fortune Magazine, found that black Americans still face discrimination in the job market — particularly when they apply for jobs that involve customer interaction. Read more »	Winter is coming — Here’s information about UW-L’s Inclement Weather Plan UW-L implements its Inclement Weather Plan when conditions make travel dangerous or other events cause serious safety concerns. Read more »

   

UW-L students at the polls Nov. 4

[caption id="attachment_37592" align="alignnone" width="770"] UW-L's College Democrats, Student Association and La Crosse community members volunteered at the registration table at UW-L's Recreation Eagle Center on election day.[/caption] UW-L's College Democrats student organization Treasurer Breanna Levine, photo center, was one of many students who worked throughout the semester to help get UW-L students to the polls Nov. 4. The organization worked with the Student Association to help students register to vote. "We've been working tirelessly since the beginning of the semester to make sure students knew how, where and when to vote," Levine said. "While the College Democrats were campaigning for Democratic candidates, our number one priority was voter turnout and making sure students were able to have their voices heard." Although numbers aren't in for how many UW-L students voted off campus, 1,286 students voted at the Recreational Eagle Center on election day.

LIVEMAROON participants discover how to tap away stress

Job benefits, insurance to be discussed Nov. 11

Sustainability charette for new science lab building set for Nov. 12

Architects and consultants for the new science lab building (Cowley Phase I) will conduct a sustainability charrette from 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, in Graff Main Hall Auditorium. Staff and students are invited to attend and provide input on strategies and campus expectations regarding sustainability in the design, construction and operation of the new $82 million science lab building. For more information, contact Executive Director of Facilities Planning and Management Doug Pearson at dpearson@uwlax.edu.

Led Zeppelin's  'Houses of the Holy' to be featured at Nov 14 Album Encounters; ‘Stargazer' is November Public Program

The next Album Encounters multimedia light and laser show will feature Led Zeppelin's "Houses of the Holy" at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, in 20 Cowley Hall. Admission is $5. The Planetarium’s Public Program for November is "Stargazer." The talk, followed by a multimedia audiovisual presentation, will be at 1 p.m. Saturdays, Nov. 15, 22 and 29. Admission is $3 for students, seniors and children, and $5 for others. For more information, contact Bob Allen at allen.robe@uwlax.edu or 608.785.8669. See more about the Planetarium at www.uwlax.edu/planetarium.

Donate to Classified Staff Council fundraiser and get coupon savings at Herberger's

UW-L's Classified Staff Council is selling coupon books for Community Days at Herberger's, Valley View Mall.

Blood drive set for Nov. 19-20

A "You're somebody's type" blood drive will be held from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 19 and 20, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. UW-L's fraternities and sororities, along with the Leadership & Involvement Center, are sponsoring the blood drive.

Praxis Core info meeting to be held Nov. 20

Students planning to apply to the School of Education should attend a Praxis Core informational meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, in 1401 Centennial Hall. Taking the Praxis Core test is a requirement to being admitted to the School of Education. RSVP to Bethany Brent at bbrent@uwlax.edu. The School of Education, Student Wisconsin Education Association and the Office of Multicultural Student Services are sponsoring the session.

Submit proposals for inclusion in Diversity Dialogues 2015 by Dec. 1

Presentation and panel discussion proposals are being accepted until 4:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 1, for the 2015 Diversity Dialogues. The event is set for Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2015, in Cartwright Center. Diversity Dialogues celebrates different aspects of diversity and includes presentations, panel discussions, exhibits and displays. Concurrent presentations will take place in Cartwright Center from approximately 9:55 a.m.–3:10 p.m. Faculty and instructional staff who want to present or be a part of panel discussions should complete the Diversity Dialogues Program Proposal Application and submit abstracts explaining discussion topics in no more than 100 words, highlighting the most important aspects. Twelve submissions will be chosen for up to 50-minute presentations. All participants will receive detailed instructions upon acceptance of their abstract. Presentations will be selected on the basis of diversity of topics, relation to current issues and availability of presenters. For more information about submitting a proposal, contact Barbara Stewart at bstewart@uwlax.edu or Karmin Van Domelen at 608.785.5097 or kvandomelen@uwlax.edu. Those who have authored books or done research on diversity topics are asked to submit proposals to showcase their work in the exhibit area. Those who want to display a poster or book should contact Van Domelen.

Fall 2014 issue of Building Bridges now online

Being involved in athletics and academics taught UW-L’s College of Business Administration alumni some indispensible life lessons. Learn what those were in the fall 2014 issue of Building Bridges, UW-L’s College of Business Administration newsletter. Stories also include a history of the CBA, which was created in the 1970s; the college’s planned move to Wittich Hall; student tales of navigating international life; and alumni who are making a difference for higher education and their community. Read this and more at: http://issuu.com/uw-lacrosse/docs/uw-la_crosse_cba_building_bridges_f?e=3194111/9861401

November financial aid newsletter now online

The November 2014 Financial Aid Edition of Eagle Mail newsletter is now available at www.uwlax.edu/finaid/Financial-aid-newsletter. Articles include:

• Financial aid for study abroad
• Free credits at UW-La Crosse
•  It Make$ Cents!: Scholarships – A click, “like” or hashtag away
• Life After College Series
• Pay your bill so you can register
• Information about scholarships due in November
• Ask Earnest — answers to pertinent financial aid questions

The Financial Aid edition of Eagle Mail newsletter will be available approximately the first of each month.  

News and upcoming events

• Women’s Basketball will host Alverno College 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, in the home season opener.
• Women’s Basketball will play Simpson College 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16.
• Click here for all the Women’s Basketball game day promotions.
• Did you know that there’s a Food Fight going on? Support your favorite UW-L Athletics Teams and help raise money for the La Crosse Community Thanksgiving Dinner. The heaviest jar will win. This is also a contest between Viterbo University and St. Mary’s University to see which “bird” can raise the most. For more information, visit foodfight.
• Sign up to be an Eaglez Kidz Klub member, open to kids in 6th grade and under. Kids will receive free all-sport general admission to all home games as well as a free T-shirt, special birthday announcement at games, and more. Check out all the benefits here.

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Eaglez Kidz Klub | Group Outings | Get Involved | Maroon Platoon | Mascot | Tickets | Events & Promotions | L-Club | Donate Melissa Bingham, Mathematics, and Zach Fischer, UW-L graduate (May 2012), published the article "A median estimator for three-dimensional rotation data" in Involve, the Journal of Mathematics, 7, 713-722. Bruce Mouser, History, has published the chapter “Keep hur bottom well paid with stuff: A letter of instruction for a slaving voyage to Sierra Leone in 1760” in "Slavery, Abolition and the Transition to Colonialism in Sierra Leone," edited by Paul Lovejoy and Suzanne Schwarz (Trenton, N.J.: Africa World Press, November 2014). Soojin K. Ritterling, Music, conducted two workshops, "Korean Drumming," and "Integrating Art, Dance, Literature, and Play into Music Curriculum," at the National Association for Music Education National In-Service Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, Oct. 26-29. The UW-L Korean Percussion Ensemble, directed by Soojin K. Ritterling and consisting of Sarah Mickelson, Tiffany Townsend, Derek Schmidtke, and Zachary Zalewski, performed at the conference. What’s Happening In Dining Services — By Registered Dietitian Katie Callahan How to reduce sodium intake Why is everyone so concerned about sodium? While it is an essential nutrient, most Americans are most definitely getting way more sodium than the body needs. Convenience foods, baked goods and fast food items contribute to high sodium intake, but what some people do not realize is that it is also in foods you would not suspect. For instance, did you know that cheese, bread and instant cereals are generally high in sodium? Sodium contributes to increased blood pressure because it has the ability hold excess fluid in the body. High blood pressure can lead to other detrimental conditions such as stroke, heart failure, osteoporosis, stomach cancer and kidney disease. The American Heart Association recommends people consume 1,500 milligrams (or about ¾ teaspoon) of sodium a day to help with fluid balance. However, Americans typically consume about 3,400 milligrams — twice the amount of what is recommended. Blood pressure typically rises with age and consuming less sodium can reduce risky health conditions in the future. Sodexo does an excellent job of keeping sodium low in food items. Instead of using salt in food items, herbs and spices are used to make food more flavorful. You can even swap herbs and spices for salt in your own cooking. Some great seasonings include: allspice, chives, cinnamon and rosemary. Here are some more helpful tips: 1.) Consume more whole foods over processed food items. While there is some sodium in whole foods, it is generally not nearly as much as packaged items. 2.) Pay attention to nutrition labels. Select items that are sodium-free (less than 5 milligrams of sodium per serving), very low sodium (35 milligrams or less per serving), or low-sodium (140 milligrams or less per serving). 3.) Eat out less. Restaurant-prepared meals are often high in sodium. If you go out, be specific about what you want and how you want it prepared. Request that your dish be prepared without salt. 4.) Use the pepper shaker instead of the salt shaker to season food items. If you follow these general guidelines, you should be on the road to better health!   Second Annual Healthy Living Heroes Sought read more