Posted 4:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, 2014
This week's news and events.
UW-L financial program earns state award
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Efforts by UW-La Crosse students to educate classmates about managing their finances have added up to state recognition for the second year in a row. Read more »
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In this issue:Announcements & Notices Athletics Communications Corner UWLDining Human Resources In The News Murphy Library Notes Physical Wellness Classifieds |
UW-La Crosse students to showcase regional musicians at fundraiser |
UW-L again in RecycleMania competition
The RecycleMania competition is back for a fifth year at UW-La Crosse. RecycleMania, a national competition between colleges and universities to reduce waste and recycle more, runs through Friday, April 11. Read more »
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UW-L sets annual All-Student Exhibit
UW-La Crosse students will exhibit a variety of artwork during the Annual All-Students Juried Art Exhibition. An opening reception runs from 4-6 p.m. March 7, with awards presented at 4:30. Read more »
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UW-La Crosse Orchestra to perform March 8 |
Students get a jump-start on employment at Spring Career Expo
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Students had the opportunity to meet with more than 130 employers on campus recently says Tim Tritch, interim director of Career Services and the Academic Advising Center. "This is the largest number of employers we have had on campus for a career expo in six years," he says. "This is another likely sign of the steadily improving economy." Combining the Feb. 27 Spring Career Expo, pictured, with the Feb. 19 Summer Job & Camp Fair, UW-L hosted more than 130 employers on campus in seven days. Several employers conduct follow-up interviews on campus. Many post jobs and internships in Eagle Opportunities, UW-L's online career management system for UW-L students and alumni. See more photos of the Spring Career Expo at http://goo.gl/QoUMBO.[/caption]
Cold weather doesn't curtail enthusiasm of sledders in winter outing
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Chancellor Joe Gow, holding saucer sled, joined UW-L Adapted Physical Education students as part of the Physical Activity Mentoring Programs for Persons with Disabilities Saturday, Feb. 22, in Myrick Park. Students participate in physical activity outings mentoring those with disabilities in the area to be active in the community. For more about Adapted Physical Education see http://www.uwlax.edu/sah/ESS/sape/index.htm.[/caption]
UW-L December 2013 graduates online
A list of students who completed degree requirements at UW-L's 49th annual Midyear Commencement at the La Crosse Center Dec. 15 is online at http://www2.uwlax.edu/grad-list/.Campus Connection schedule will not change during spring break
Spring break will not change the standard Campus Connection schedule. Submit information for the Monday, March 17, Campus Connection to connectx@uwlax.edu by noon Wednesday, March 12. Submit information for the March 24 issue by no later than noon Wednesday, March 19. Spring break at UW-L runs from 5:30 p.m. Friday, March 14, through Sunday, March 24.International Badge Day is March 3
Sorority-affiliated women on campus are invited to celebrate International Badge Day from noon-1 p.m. Monday, March 3, in the Ward Room, Cartwright Center. Learn more about International Badge Day, meet other sorority women and enjoy desserts. The event is hosted by the Panhellenic Council. For more information contact Whitney at Hedge.whit@uwlax.edu.Writing Center workshop set for March 4; registration required
Students can learn how to create essays that use more dynamic, rhetorically-situated organizational schemes in the “Writing Beyond the Five-paragraph Essay” workshop. The free Writing Center workshop runs from 4:30-6 p.m. Tuesday, March 4, in the Murphy Library Learning Center. Students will learn how to find forms for various kinds of content, as well as how and why to move beyond the limited structures of writing they may have learned in high school. Topics include thesis placement, paragraph development and using counterarguments. The workshop will be conducted by three Writing Center tutors. Register for the March 4 workshop at https://uwlacrosse.qualtrics.Ecumenical Ash Wednesday church services to be held March 5 at the Roncalli Newman Center
Ecumenical Ash Wednesday church services will be held at noon and 5 p.m. March 5 at the Roncalli Catholic Newman Center, 1732 State St. The noon service will last 45 minutes to enable students and faculty to attend 1 p.m. classes. [caption id="attachment_31019" align="alignright" width="108"]
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Asia Project to perform at UW-L March 5
Spoken word artist Asia will perform at UW-La Crosse. He will be on campus at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 5, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. Admission is free. To learn more about the Asia Project visit:http://www.theasiaproject.com/. For more information about the Campus Activities Board performance, contact the Cartwright Information Counter at 608.785.8898.Journey of women is focus of March 6 International Women’s Day Celebration
Find out about the personal journeys of women from Brazil, Laos, Pakistan and Russia at a panel discussion Thursday, March 6, in the Cameron Hall of Nations, Centennial Hall. The International Women's Day Celebration begins with appetizers at 5 p.m. The program begins at 5:30 p.m. The women in the panel will discuss their personal journeys as women within their culture of origin and share reflections on the challenges that women face in these environments. The event is sponsored by the American Association of University Women-La Crosse Branch, Gundersen Global Partners, the League of Women Voters-La Crosse Area, YWCA-La Crosse, World Services of La Crosse, and UW-L's departments of Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies; and International Education. For more information, contact Mahruq Khan at mkhan@uwlax.edu.
Financial wellness to be discussed at March 7 Brown Bag Lunch program
Bring food and thoughts to the Friday, March 7, brown bag discussion. Amanda Gasper will present "Financial Wellness" from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Cameron Hall of Nations, Centennial Hall.
Join the conversation on the first Friday of every month to discuss contemporary social justice, diversity and climate issues. Films range from TED Talks to documentaries and typically last less than 45 minutes, followed by discussion.
Film series events are presented and facilitated by friends and colleagues of Campus Climate and are free and open to everyone. Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch and are welcome to come late or leave early.
To learn more about the film series and upcoming events, visit www.uwlax.edu/campusclimate/foodforthought.htm or on Facebook at “UW-La Crosse Campus Climate (Official).”
The year-long Campus Climate Brown Bag Lunch Film Series: Bring Your Food, Bring Your Thoughts is sponsored by the Campus Climate Office.
Signup to perform in drag show begins March 7
Faculty and staff who want to perform in the Friday, April 4, drag show can sign up beginning Friday, March 7. The annual drag show begins at 7 p.m. in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. Those interested should email the Pride Center at pridecenter@uwlax.edu. Include the number and names of performers and the song title. Performers are selected on a first-come, first-served basis.'The Voice of UW-L' competition begins March 7
Communicate with music and learn about international music at "The Voice of UW-L" competition. Singers sing in any language and any genre and progress through three rounds of competitions:- First round: Friday, March 7, 6-9 p.m. in The Cellar, Cartwright Center
- Second round: Friday, March 28, 6-9 p.m. in The Cellar, Cartwright Center
- Final round: Sunday, April 6, 7-8:30 p.m. in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition.
The event is hosted by the Chinese Students & Scholars Association in cooperation with the Chinese Club and the International Students Organization.
Share your passion about social justice and diversity issues at "Full Disclosure: Open Mic. Open Stage. Open Minds."
UW-L's Awareness through Performance troupe invites poets, artists, musicians and performers to embrace their inner activist and share messages of social justice, social awareness and social action through spoken word pieces, slideshows, songs, short performances and more.
The event runs from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 6, in the Cellar, Cartwright Center.
The event is sponsored by ATP, Campus Climate, and the Campus Activities Board as part of CAB’s 1,2,3, Thursdays.
For more information, visit www.uwlax.edu/campusclimate/atp/openmic.htm .
The Awareness through Performance Privilege Unplugged VIII encore production is set for 7 p.m. Monday, March 10, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition.
ATP: Privilege Unplugged VIII showcases the passions, stories and perspectives of UW-L student leaders who hope to create awareness about privilege and oppression.
For more information, visit www.uwlax.edu/campusclimate/. To request disability accommodations, call 608.785.5097.
'Full Disclosure: Open Mic. Open Stage. Open Minds' set for March 6
Share your passion about social justice and diversity issues at "Full Disclosure: Open Mic. Open Stage. Open Minds."
UW-L's Awareness through Performance troupe invites poets, artists, musicians and performers to embrace their inner activist and share messages of social justice, social awareness and social action through spoken word pieces, slideshows, songs, short performances and more.
The event runs from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 6, in the Cellar, Cartwright Center.
The event is sponsored by ATP, Campus Climate, and the Campus Activities Board as part of CAB’s 1,2,3, Thursdays.
For more information, visit www.uwlax.edu/Relay for Life fundraiser is March 6
Purchase a treat at Cherry Berry, 9348 Wisconsin 16, Onalaska, from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, March 6, and help raise money for Relay For Life. Money from all purchases will be donated to Relay for Life.Rolling Stones featured at March 7 Album Encounters; ‘Hotter Than Blue’ is March Public Program
The next Album Encounters multimedia light and laser show will feature Rolling Stones’ “Jump Back” at 8 p.m. Friday, March 7, in 20 Cowley Hall. Admission is $5. The Planetarium’s Public Program for March is ”Hotter Than Blue.” The talk, followed by a multimedia audiovisual presentation, will be at 1 p.m. Saturdays, March 8, 15, 22 and 29. Admission is $3 for students, seniors and children, and $5 for others. For more, contact Bob Allen at allen.robe@uwlax.edu or 608.785.8669. See more about the Planetarium at www.uwlax.edu/planetarium.UW-L’s Coate Hall gears up for 7th annual St. Baldrick’s event
Coate Hall will host its annual St. Baldrick’s event from noon-4 p.m. Saturday, March 8, at the Recreational Eagle Center. Read more »‘Wheels for All’ tournament set for March 8; remember to sign up now to get on the court
“Wheels for All” will start at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 8, in the Mitchell Hall Gymnasium. Read more »Area artifacts displayed, identified at Valley View Mall
Artifacts representing the Coulee Region’s long history can be seen at the annual Mississippi Valley Archaeology Center Artifact Show from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday, March 8, at Valley View Mall in La Crosse. Admission is free. Local collectors will display their personal collections and MVAC staff will bring artifacts recovered from local excavations. Novice collectors are welcome to bring in artifacts for archaeologists to help identify and answer questions. To display artifacts, contact MVAC at 608.785.8454 or jdowiasch@uwlax.edu. If you go— What: Mississippi Valley Archaeology Center Artifact Show Who: Area collectors When: 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday, March 8 Where: Valley View Mall Admission: FreeDaylight saving time starts Sunday, March 9
Remember to advance your clock one hour ahead Sunday, March 9, for daylight saving time. At 2 a.m. the time will change to 3 a.m.
ATP encore performance is March 10
The Awareness through Performance Privilege Unplugged VIII encore production is set for 7 p.m. Monday, March 10, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition.
ATP: Privilege Unplugged VIII showcases the passions, stories and perspectives of UW-L student leaders who hope to create awareness about privilege and oppression.
For more information, visit www.uwlax.edu/campusclimate/. To request disability accommodations, call 608.785.5097.
Nirobey ('Silently') documentary to be shown March 10
Nirobey ("Silently"), a documentary film unearthing violations of rights of the workers in some non-government organizations, will be shown at 4 p.m. Monday, March 10, in 1309 Centennial Hall. Due to the socialization of women in many parts of the developing world, NGOs recruit women as employees for their perceived submissiveness, notes Mahruq Khan, Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Many of these women, devoted to noble professional causes, personally endure further exploitation within these NGOs and never achieve their own potential. This Bangladeshi documentary, directed by Jannatul Ferdous Ivy, examines one woman’s quest to challenge her superiors’ authority, debunk stereotypes about people with disabilities, and demand greater protections and dignity for all human rights activists. The event is sponsored by UW-L's Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Department. For more information, contact Khan at mkhan@uwlax.edu.UW-L surplus sale runs through March 10
UW-L is conducting a sale of surplus property in partnership with the online auction site www.wisconsinsurplus.com through Monday, March 10. Pre-registration and a bidder number are required prior to bidding. For terms and conditions of sale, along with contact information, go to www.wisconsinsurplus.com.Chancellor's open forum set for March 11
Chancellor Joe Gow will hold an open forum for the campus community from 3-4 p.m. Tuesday, March 11, in Port O' Call, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. In addition to providing updates on the latest UW System news. The chancellor will answer questions and address other topics of interest. Chancellor Gow has granted one hour release time to attend this event. Work with supervisors to ensure office coverage.March 11 choir concert rescheduled to March 27
UW-L's choir concert originally planned for Tuesday, March 11, has been rescheduled to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 27, in Annett Recital Hall, Center for the Arts.UW-L food pantry expanding services
Since 2003 UW-L's Helping Our Own Food Pantry has been providing food and other items at no cost to students who are struggling financially. To better serve the campus, the pantry in 262 Cartwright Center is adding these features:- Recipes — most made with ingredients in the pantry
- Tips to make meals healthier
- Surveys to assess what UW-L students want and need
Help international students adjust to UW-L and life in U.S.; apply to be International Peer Advisor by March 24
UW-L students who want to help international students adjust to life at UW-L can apply to be International Peer Advisors for the fall 2014 New International Student Orientation Week. IPAs assist new international students acclimate and adjust to campus life at UW-L, the La Crosse community and U.S. culture. IPAs greet new students at the airport, lead small international student groups through orientation week and answer questions and address concerns. IPAs work closely with other members of the orientation team. IPAs attend mandatory trainings, international student orientation sessions and some night life activities throughout New International Student Orientation Week.To apply go to http://uwlax.edu/oie/international_Students/index.html . Email application by 4 p.m. Monday, March 24, to oiestudents@uwlax.edu.
Apply now to audition for International Banquet performances
Students, faculty and staff who want to perform at the Friday, April 11, International Banquet should apply now. Auditions run from 3-7 p.m. Friday, March 28. Performances should be fewer than seven minutes. Students who want to perform must attend auditions. There will be no second auditions. International students who are selected to perform will get two global link points.
To apply, go to www.uwlax.edu/oie/Banquet.htm . Send applications to InternationalBanquet@uwlax.edu by no later than Monday, March 24.
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Professor Emeritus Gerry Cox, Sociology/Archaeology, along with Bernard J. Vanden Berk, wrote the chapter "Simple Drawings" in "Grief and the Expressive Arts: Practices for Creating Meaning," Barbara E. Thompson and Robert A. Neimeyer, eds. 2014. New York: Routledge.
Joshua T. Hertel, Mathematics, coauthored the chapter "A Practitional Perspective on Probabilistic Thinking Models and Frameworks" in the book "Probabilistic Thinking: Presenting Plural Perspectives," published by Springer.
Laurie Cooper Stoll, Sociology and Archaeology, published "Constructing the Color-Blind Classroom: Teachers' Perspectives on Race and Schooling," in the February issue of Race Ethnicity & Education.
Garth Tymeson, Exercise and Sport Science, presented a state-wide telephone conference workshop on "Adapted Physical Education for Students with Disabilities" The Feb. 19 workshop was sponsored by Wisconsin Family Assistance Center for Education and Support for Students with Disabilities and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
University Communications:
the go-to communications resource for advancing UW-La Crosse
115 Graff Main Hall (the southeast corner)
University Communications provides photographic services for the campus community including images for publications, presentations, Web and other needs. Priority is given to campus photography required for University Communications, media and public relations, and student recruitment. This includes:
Guide for supporting student military veterans now online
There are approximately 250 students on campus who have served or are serving in the military, according to Nicole Jablonski, Veteran Services. The number of student veterans and dependents on college campuses has increased because of the number of troops returning from deployment, high unemployment rates among young veterans and enhanced GI Bill educational benefits. There have been more than 2 million U.S. service members deployed to a combat zone in the past 10 years. One-third have served multiple tours in combat zones. To help the campus community best support student veterans staff in UW-L's Veterans Services have developed "Supporting Student Veterans: A Guide for Staff and Faculty." The handout is available in the Veteran Services Office, 116 Graff Main Hall and online at http://www2.uwlax.edu/uploadedFiles/Offices-Services/Veteran_Services/Staff%20and%20Faculty%20Handout.pdf . To keep abreast of information about veterans from Veteran Services, email Jablonki at njablonski@uwlax.edu.
News and upcoming events
Eagles Eat & Greet
Tuesday, March. 4, 11:30 a.m. at Howies featuring the Women's Gymnastics team
Eagles All Access Radio Show
Wednesday, March. 5, 5:30 p.m. at the Eagles Nest
A weekly radio show sponsored by the L-Club and highlighting UW-L Athletics is broadcast from the Eagle’s Nest Wednesday nights from 5:30-6:30 on http://www.classicrock1001.com/ Classic Rock 100.1.
UW-L Softball Kickoff Barbeque
Saturday, April 5, and Sunday, April 6, at Softball Field on north campus
Featuring new field unveiling
Click here for ticket information
Free schedule poster giveaway
Roundball Rumble on the River
Monday, April 7, at the Waterfront Cargill Room
Doors open/cocktails: 6 p.m.
Dinner starts: 7 p.m.
Championship game tip-off: 8 p.m.
$50 for two or more | $75 per individual
UW-L Baseball Kickoff
Saturday, April 12, and Sunday, April 13, at Copeland Park
Fan frenzy
Click here for ticket information
Free schedule poster giveaway
Phil Esten Challenge
Thursday, April 17, and Friday, April 18, at Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex
Eagles help veterans soar
Donations can be made at event or contact a track and field member to pledge your support — all proceeds benefit Freedom Honor Flight
Click here for ticket information
Free schedule poster giveaway
Eagle Eye Open Golf Outing
Monday, June 16, at the La Crosse Country Club
Featuring UW-L teams at each hole
Eagle Kidz Klub memberships now available
Click here for more information
Join the L-Club today and become part of the UW-L Athletics Tradition
2013 L-Club Brochure
Click here for more information about the L-Club and upcoming events
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- Follow the Athletic Director on Twitter: @UWLAXAD
Professor Emeritus Gerry Cox, Sociology/Archaeology, along with Bernard J. Vanden Berk, wrote the chapter "Simple Drawings" in "Grief and the Expressive Arts: Practices for Creating Meaning," Barbara E. Thompson and Robert A. Neimeyer, eds. 2014. New York: Routledge.
Joshua T. Hertel, Mathematics, coauthored the chapter "A Practitional Perspective on Probabilistic Thinking Models and Frameworks" in the book "Probabilistic Thinking: Presenting Plural Perspectives," published by Springer.
Laurie Cooper Stoll, Sociology and Archaeology, published "Constructing the Color-Blind Classroom: Teachers' Perspectives on Race and Schooling," in the February issue of Race Ethnicity & Education.
Garth Tymeson, Exercise and Sport Science, presented a state-wide telephone conference workshop on "Adapted Physical Education for Students with Disabilities" The Feb. 19 workshop was sponsored by Wisconsin Family Assistance Center for Education and Support for Students with Disabilities and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
University Communications:
the go-to communications resource for advancing UW-La Crosse
115 Graff Main Hall (the southeast corner)
University Communications provides photographic services for the campus community including images for publications, presentations, Web and other needs. Priority is given to campus photography required for University Communications, media and public relations, and student recruitment. This includes:
- major university events and celebrations
- notable guest lecturers
- major promotional photos
- news events
- on and off-campus locations
- classroom environments
- portraits
- academic or campus life activities
First Wednesdays of the month
- 11 a.m.-noon
- 2:30-3:30 p.m.
- 8:30-9:30 a.m.
- 2-3 p.m.
1) Click on the image
2) Click "more"
3) Click "download photo"
4) Save to computer
Read more about Photo Services at http://www.uwlax.edu/universityrelations/NewsandMarketing/Photography.htm. For more information, contact Sue Lee, University Communications, at slee@uwlax.edu or 608.785.8497
What’s Happening In Dining Services
Stop in to try the week’s featured limited time offers!
Cartwright Center Galley:
taxforms . The site is also temporarily featured on the library home page in the "Library News" section.
What’s Happening In Dining Services
Stop in to try the week’s featured limited time offers!
Cartwright Center Galley:
- Chef’s Table (Tuesdays and Thursdays): Curry Chicken with Somen Noodles
- Cyclone Salads: Garden Caesar and Chicken Salad
- Slice of Life: Balsamic Chicken Wheat Pizzetta
- Original Burger Company: Korean Bulgogi Steak Sandwich
- Mindful Wednesdays at 360 for dinner: Grilled Chicken Parmesan with whole wheat pasta and roasted vegetables
- Daily Recipes From Home
Welcome, new employees:
- David Bright, Custodian, Custodial Services
- Ann Stratton, Office Operations Associate, Police Services
- Soua Thao, Custodian, Custodial Services
- Anne Marie Vann, Educational Coordinator of Medical Dosimetry Program, Health Professions Department
UW-L in the news
A summary of some of the stories about UW-La Crosse spotted in the news. "College students want website to rate rentals," Feb. 23, La Crosse Tribune. “For a lot of students, this is the first time they're signing a legal document,” said Nick Bezier, president of theUniversity of Wisconsin-La Crosse's ... "Last Call For La Crescent Phone Booth," Feb. 22, CBS Local. But Jim Jorstad, director of academic technology services at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse says we shouldn't give up that history altogether. "Student-entrepreneur Tyler Heinz runs his own course," Feb. 24, La Crosse Tribune. “It was just a small, little weekly project that we did,” said Tyler Heinz, a senior at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. But that modest plan has ... "UW-La Crosse students study abroad in India," WXOW-TV, Feb. 21. In January, a group of UW-La Crosse students traveled to India to study abroad. It's the first program of its kind for the University's Communications Department. Thirteen students traveled to India for two weeks ... "Altra, UW-L receive financial literacy awards," Feb. 27, La Crosse Tribune. Altra Federal Credit Union in Onalaska and the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse's It Make$ Cents! Money Management Center were ...
Find tax resources online at Murphy Library
Murphy Library has an online collection of tax resources organized to help people quickly find forms and assistance. The library's Tax Forms and Publications website brings federal and locally-relevant tax resources together in one easy-to-use collection. Users will find parallel sets of resources for preparing federal, Wisconsin and Minnesota taxes, including:- Links to official tax agency websites
- Authorized links to tax forms
- E-file access points
- Authorized toll-free phone numbers for tax assistance
- Information, including hours, for in-person assistance locations
State printed tax forms available at Murphy Library
Those who want to use printed tax forms and publications can find them at local libraries. Murphy Library has common tax forms and publications for both Wisconsin and Minnesota available for pick up on a table just inside the main entrance of the library. Murphy Library does not have federal tax forms and publications in print, but those, along with many for Wisconsin and Minnesota, can be found at the La Crosse Public Library. For more information about the library's online or print tax collections, contact Reference Librarian Michael Current at mcurrent@uwlax.edu or 608.785.8739.
Incorporate exercise into your diabetes prevention program
According to the Diabetes Prevention Program, diabetes could be prevented or delayed through lifestyle changes for people with prediabetes. Prediabetes is diagnosed when blood glucose is higher than normal but not high enough for a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. The National DPP will enroll adults who have been diagnosed with prediabetes based on a blood test or are at high risk for pre diabetes. High risk factors include:- Body mass index over 24 (or 22 for people of Asian descent)
- Family history of diabetes
- Older age
- Little physical activity