Posted 10:04 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, 2013
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This week's news and events.
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Research to move Wisconsin forward; initiative links UW-L research to Wisconsin issues
Consequences for drunk driving, social media law making and the impact of frac sand mining are issues for civic leaders in southwestern Wisconsin. Through a new UW-La Crosse research initiative, they’ll soon be on the minds of UW-L student researchers. Read more »
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Flamenco dance company to perform at UW-La Crosse |
‘Age of Champions’ documentary coming to campus; Kinesis dance troupe to perform![]()
An award-winning documentary detailing the inspiring story of senior athletes will be shown at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. The showing will be followed by a question–and-answer session with the film’s director, Christopher Rufo, and include a performance by a campus dance troupe. Read more »
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Chili cook-off to support Coulee Region Humane Society![]()
UW-La Crosse students will offer a bowl of chili for a good cause, just in time as the weather turns cooler. Ten challengers will compete in the 2013 Coulee Region Chili Challenge from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, at the Eagle’s Nest, 1914 Campbell Road. The chili challengers will represent the university community groups, such as the swim team, Communication Studies Club, Finance Club and the Vanguards. Read more »
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Eagle Battalion ROTC Program status improves![]() |
Student Casey Kulinski featured on Twitter![]()
UW-L Senior Casey Kulinski will provide an inside look of the life of busy college student on Twitter this week. Kulinski will take over the UW System “@UWpowersMe” Twitter account to represent the campus in an ongoing Knowledge Powers Wisconsin social media campaign. Kulinski, from La Crosse, is majoring in marketing and minoring in communications. Read more »
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Being a veteran at UW-L is topic of Nov. 13 discussions![]()
What’s it like to be a veteran at UW-La Crosse? Find out at a discussion for faculty and staff from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13,in 337 Cartwright Center. For students a discussion will be held from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in 2214 Centennial Hall. Read more »
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Help ‘Pack the Vet for the Vets’ at the Nov. 16 football game![]() |
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UW-L students trick or treat for donations to food pantries
‘Selections from the Painting Studio’ student art exhibit in Murphy’s Mug; reception is Nov. 13
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Meet and greet student artists whose work is being displayed in the “Selections from the Painting Studio” Student Art exhibit in Murphy’s Mug through Saturday, Nov. 16.
An artist meet and greet event runs from 3-4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, in Murphy’s Mug in Murphy Library.
Academic freedom: excerpts from the play 'How the World Began' set for Nov. 13
When a teacher slips opinion in, even accidentally, whose rights prevail? Theatre arts will present a staged reading and discuss excerpts from the play "How the World Began," by Catherine Trieschmann at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, in the Cameron Hall of Nations, Centennial Hall. The play shows a teacher who, without thinking, drops her own opinion into a classroom lecture, then finds herself in very hot water. The issue in the play is science versus Biblical teachings about the origins of the earth, but the complexities transfer to many situations. The reading will be followed by a discussion of the issues presented in the play. Join the discussion of the boundaries between the personal and the public, the factual and the opinion, and the requirements in a civil society for all voices to be heard. Faculty members Joe Anderson, Beth Cherne and Walter Elder have organized the event. If you go — What: Staged reading of excerpts from the play "How the World Began," followed by discussion When: Wednesday, Nov. 13, from 4-5 p.m. Where: Cameron Hall of Nations, Centennial Hall Who: For the UW-L campus, presented by Joe Anderson, Beth Cherne, and Walter Elder Why: To discuss academic freedom and individual rights to opinion![Dreaming Nicaragua artwork.](/contentassets/d2492d337f8a4841b98d59100cb0f8ab/imported-from-wordpress2/dreamingw.jpg)
Movie 'Dreaming Nicaragua' showing is Nov. 13
The award-winning documentary “Dreaming Nicaragua” will be shown from 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, in 1400 Centennial Hall as a part of Global Initiatives Week 2013 celebrations. Faculty will lead a discussion after the movie. The documentary is a window into the lives of four children as they share their lives through painting and unscripted narrative. The film provides a glimpse of the realities and struggles of children growing up in Nicaragua and a portrayal of life for the impoverished in Central America today. The film was produced in a partnership with Fabretto Children’s Foundation that empowers thousands of children throughout Nicaragua to pursue their dreams and break the cycle of poverty plaguing families and communities for generations. Fabretto wants every child in Nicaragua to receive a quality education so that they can have a better future. To learn more about the film or how to become involved with Fabretto, visit: www.fabretto.org or email dreaming@fabretto.org. If you go — What: "Dreaming Nicaragua" film showing and discussion When: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Where: 1400 Centennial Hall Cost: Free and open to the publicDeadline to rent faculty regalia is Nov. 14
Faculty, staff, and administrators planning to rent attire for the December graduation ceremonies must place their orders for caps, gowns and hoods no later than Thursday, Nov. 14, at the University Bookstore to ensure on-time arrival and avoid late shipping fees. If ordering by phone at 608.785.8855, be ready to give height, weight, cap size, degree and the name of the institution and city from which you received your degree.Pearl Jam is featured band at Nov. 15 Album Encounters; ‘Cosmic Castaways’ is topic of November public program
The Album Encounters multimedia light and laser show will feature Pearl Jam's "Lightning Bolt" at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, in 20 Cowley Hall. Admission is $5. The Planetarium’s Public Program for November is ”Cosmic Castaways.” The talk, followed by a multimedia audiovisual presentation, will be at 1 p.m. Saturdays in November. Admission is $3 for students, seniors and children, and $5 for others. To find out more, contact Bob Allen at allen.robe@uwlax.edu or 608.785.8669. See more about the Planetarium at www.uwlax.edu/planetarium.Relationship of social class and liberal arts education is topic of Nov. 15 English colloquium presentation
Rwanda study tour information session to be held Nov. 21
Donna Anderson, Economics; and Barbara Rusterholz, Modern Languages emeritus; are coordinating the study tour "Sustainability in Rwanda" for May 18-June 7, 2014. They are holding an information session at 12:45-1:45 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, in 326 Cartwright Center. This session is primarily for students who were not able to attend the earlier session, but all are welcome. No commitment is necessary yet. Bring a lunch.Jabber Junkies infest UW-L
A junkie could describe a person suffering from drug addiction, most commonly used to refer to a heroin addict, says Terry Wirkus, Information Technology Services. But at UW-L, a Jabber Junkie is someone who is using the new video communication and collaboration tool that UW-L ITS brought to campus this semester. Described by some as "Skype on Steroids," Jabber is free to the UW-L community. Jabber Junkie is available for Windows and Mac from software.uwlax.edu and Cisco Jabber for iPad in the App Store. Wirkus encourages everyone to download it and try it. Once faculty and staff and students have installed Jabber on their computers or iPads, users can call each other by name using the directory search. Try conducting a virtual meeting by having your group dial 81101, suggests Wirkus. Consider using Jabber to communicate rather than the telephone as a picture is worth a thousand words. For more information on how to use Jabber, how to set up a virtual meeting room, or create video recordings, contact Wirkus at 608.785.8049. It's actually healthy to be a Jabber Junkie, he says.![UWLAthletics UW-L Athletics artwork.](/contentassets/d2492d337f8a4841b98d59100cb0f8ab/imported-from-wordpress2/uwlathletics136.jpg)
News and upcoming events
Tickets now on sale for the L-Club New Year's Eve Celebration! Event Website | Event Ticket Info & Order Form Ring in 2014 at Roger Harring Stadium with family and friends! Family Early Show, Carnival Theme Celebration | 4 -7 p.m.- Skyrockers fireworks at 6 p.m.
- Kids holiday movie on stadium video board | all-inclusive food and beverage
- Skyrockers fireworks at midnight
- Times Square TV broadcast countdown on stadium video board | all-inclusive food & adult beverage
- The program is open to all children from first through fifth grade.
- Cost is $5 per child and includes an evening full of fun-filled activities with UW-La Crosse student-athletes.
- Fun-filled sports activities will be held as well as arts and crafts.
- T-Shirts to the first 100 fans!
- Click here for ticket information
- Free schedule poster giveaway
- Tailgate Guide | Order Form | Campus Department Outings | Group Outings Registration Form | Fan Opportunities Flier
- Reserve tailgate space for your group today! Call 608.785.5177 All Veterans can receive two FREE vouchers redeemable for two FREE tickets at the Veterans Memorial Stadium Ticket Office on Saturday, Nov. 16
- UWLEAGLEFAN (UWL EAGLE FAN)
- Follow the Athletic Director on Twitter: @UWLAXAD
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- Erbert and Gerbert’s — Monday–Friday — 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Slice of Life — Monday–Friday — 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Cyclone Salads — Monday–Thursday — 10:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday — 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Original Burger Co. — Monday–Thursday — 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Friday — 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Chef’s Table — Monday–Friday — 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Chef’s Table (Tuesdays and Thursdays): Roasted Caribbean Jerk Chicken & Fiesta Rice
- Cyclone Salads: Dominican Black Bean Mango Salad
- Slice of Life: Chicken Cacciatore Pizzetta
- Original Burger Company: Spicy Chicken Po’ Boy Sandwich
- Italian Wedge Salad
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