Posted 9:17 p.m. Friday, July 13, 2012
This week's news and events.
Admissions aims to boost multicultural student numbers through partnership
Nearly 40 Rufus King Middle School students got a snapshot of life at UW-L on Monday and Tuesday.Professor’s photograph part of ‘Transient State’ exhibit in California
UW-L Assistant Professor of Art Linda Levinson’s photography aims to capture the tumultuous climate and uncertainty of the times we are living.Fisher to direct La Crosse Concert Band July 18 at Riverside Park
UW-L Band Director Tammy Fisher will conduct the La Crosse Concert Band at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 18, at Riverside Park.Jazz in the Park ends on a high note
Jazz in the Park 2012 concludes with a Riverside Jazz Party at 7 p.m. Sunday, July 22, at Riverside Park. The party kicks off with the Laura Cavianni Quartet at 7 p.m., followed by Sparta native Brian Hemstock at 8 p.m.
Read about new, continued funding in Grant News online
Check out the latest issue of Grant News. Topics include:
- New and continued funding opportunities
- A spotlight on the John Templeton Foundation
- The monthly report on submissions and awards
- The new fringe benefits rates for FY12-13 and projections for future FYs
- Fiscal Year 11-12 statistics of grants received by UW-L faculty and staff
- Tips for effective proposal writing
- Deadlines for grants
Doctor from Mayo Clinic College to present at local bioresearch forum July 19
Dr. Kun Ling, from the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine in Rochester, Minn., will present “Phosphatidylinositol 4,5-bisphosphate Signaling in Epithelial Morphogenesis and Cancer Progression” from 12:15-1 p.m. Thursday, July 19, for the monthly La Crosse BioResearch Forum. Forums are held in the Overholt Auditorium, Gundersen Lutheran. The free forums are open to the public and are hosted by the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders and the Gundersen Lutheran Medical Foundation. Those attending should park in the Green ramp (see map) or use valet parking. Use the entrances at the north end and northeast side of the medical center.
OCW Book Club summer read is Stephen King’s '11/22/63'
UW-L’s Organization of Campus Women Book Club will discuss Stephen King's 11/22/63 at noon Thursday, July 19, in Murphy’s Mug.
In the book King tells the story of a small-town teacher who goes back in time to stop one of the watershed events of American history — the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
Participation in the OCW Book Club is open to all faculty, staff and students.
Mark your calendar: Kitty Club social set for Aug. 23
Save the date. The Kitty Club summer social will be Thursday, Aug. 23, at Features in Holmen. A social hour runs from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dinner is set for 5:30 p.m. Membership in the Kitty Club and participation in their two annual events is a time-honored tradition at UW-L. The club was started as a way to support female clerical staff on campus. Members would toss money into a “kitty” to purchase gifts and host social events. Membership is now open to both males and females in clerical support and related positions. The group continues to build relationships and provide networking opportunities for those with ties to UW–L. The club is holding the August social rather than a picnic. Those attending will order from Features' regular menu. To attend, contact Pat Clements at 783.1213 or pclements@uwlax.edu by Tuesday, Aug. 20.
American Red Cross appeals for blood donations
The American Red Cross is seeking blood donors to help with an emergency need for blood.
According to the Red Cross, blood donations were down more than 10 percent across the country in June. The organization had 50,000 fewer pints of blood than expected. Nearly half the amount of Red Cross blood is available today than last year at this time.
To donate blood and find out more visit redcrossblood.org or call 1.800.RED CROSS (1.800.733.2767).
Transfer/Promotion
Rebecca Lee to University Services Program Associate in Career Services, July 15.New employee
Leo (Paul) Lacoste, Motor Vehicle Operator Heavy in Landscape Services, July 16