Monday, Nov. 9, 2009
Now you know
Governor Jim Doyle has declared November 9 - 13 as Wisconsin’s
Winter Awareness Week. The annual campaign sponsored by Wisconsin
Emergency Management and NOAA’s National Weather Service is to remind
people to be prepared for winter conditions that could threaten their
safety.
Winter storms are considered deceptive killers because most
deaths are indirectly related to the storm such as traffic accidents on
icy or snow-covered roads, prolonged exposure to the cold, or indoor
carbon monoxide poisoning. It is important to start taking preventive
measures for winter weather:
* Keep ahead of the winter storm by listening for the latest
weather statements, watches and warnings.
* Your vehicle should also be ready. Get it winterized,
before the onset of winter weather.
* Be equipped for the worst. At home, put together enough
food and other supplies for 3 - 5 days in case a winter storm hits. In
the car, carry a winter survival kit, especially when traveling in
rural or open areas. Pack extra blankets. Try to travel with others.
* Check ventilation on any emergency heat sources such as
fire places.
For more information, visit http://emergencymanagement.wi.gov/
or http://www.ready.gov/america/getakit/
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News Source
UWS in the News
"UWRF
assesses staff, students' perspectives,” UWRF Voice, Nov. 5.
"Legislature
approves regions for UW regents,” Associated Press, Nov. 5.
"Catching
up to Canada,” Inside Higher Ed, Nov. 6.
"Legislature
passes education reforms aimed at winning stimulus dollars,”
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Nov. 6.
"UW
Oshkosh embarks on transportation plan,” Editorial, Oshkosh
Northwestern, Nov. 2.
"On
Campus: Next Tuesday to be "On, Wisconsin!" Day,” Blog, Wisconsin
State Journal, Nov. 5.
"Writer
Takes A Look At 'Rock Elm Disturbance'," Channel 3000 WISC TV.com,
Nov. 7.
To see news about
the UW System from around the state, visit
System’s clip sheet site to
read the stories or to subscribe to the daily briefing.
On Wisconsin
The following is a
digest of links to critical news and
information sources for UWRF employees:
The Wheeler
Report.
This is a daily listing of all news stories, editorials and press
releases affecting public issues in Wisconsin.
WisPolitics.Com.
State public policy news with a political interpretation.
WisconsinEye
News.
Wisconsin’s version of C-Span, with live coverage of the Legislature,
with the State Supreme Court and Executive Branch soon to follow.
UW System Board of
Regents Audio.
The Regents Web cast their monthly meetings held on the first Thursday
and Friday of each month.
UWS/UWRF Budget.
A handy index to the UW System executive and legislative advocacy
information on our budget proposals, analyses, and maps, charts and
graphs to support our positions.
Wisconsin
Legislature.
This site contains legislators’ profiles, committees, bill digests,
hearing schedules and links to Web casts of floor and committee
discussions
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"It is more important to know where you are going than
to get there quickly. Do not mistake activity for achievement."
-- Mabel Newcomber
Student artist's work displayed in Gallery 101
A variety of printmaking, photography and drawing
works focusing on concepts of gender roles by UWRF senior Shelby Sand
are displayed in Gallery 101, KFA, until Nov. 15. An opening reception
is Friday, Nov. 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the gallery and KFA lobby.
Gallery hours are 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and 7 - 9 p.m. Monday through
Thursday; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday; and 2 - 4 p.m. Sunday. For
more
photos by
Jens Gunelson, visit http://www.uwrf.edu/photo_archive/.
Announcements
Additional copies of UWRF
Emergency Response Guide available
Additional copies of the UWRF Emergency Response Guide are now
available. The latest run contains very minor revisions to the version
distributed last year (new post-evacuation assembly areas for the lower
level of WEB and Facilities Management). If you or someone in your
department needs a copy of the guide, email blake.fry@uwrf.edu.
Health benefits open
enrollment ends Friday
The open enrollment period for Dental, ERA, Vision and UW Employees
Inc. Life Insurance will end on Friday, Nov. 13. Dependent verification
forms (for children over the age of 19) are schedule to be mailed this
week. It is imperative that you return the forms to your current health
care provider by Dec. 1. Failure to do so will result in loss of
coverage for your dependent. Contact Deb Koehler at ext. 3109.
United Way pledge forms
accepted until Nov. 27
Congratulations to Barb Franzen, university services program associate
in CBE, who won the United Way drawing for two tickets to the Friday,
Nov. 6, performance of Fiddler on the Roof at the Phipps Center for the
Arts in Hudson. All faculty and staff who turned in a completed United
Way pledge form by 3 p.m. Nov. 4 were eligible for the drawing. Pledge
forms will continue to be accepted until Friday, Nov. 27. Submit your
completed form to Kathy Young in 218 North Hall. For more information,
contact United Way St. Croix Valley at 715-377-0203.
"Fan of the Game" drawings held
Hey advisors! Students can win "Fan of the Game" seats at the Nov. 20
and 21 Falcon Hockey games. Any student who is registered for any class
for J-Term is eligible. One drawing will be held at each game and the
student must be present to win. The winner and two guests will enjoy
the game from the "Fan of the Game" couch and will be offered
complimentary food and beverage. For an entry form, visit http://www.uwrf.edu/outreach
or pick one up at the game. Contact brandon.meyer@uwrf.edu.
Environmental education project grants
The Grants Program sponsored by EPA's Environmental Education Division,
Office of Children's Health Protection and Environmental Education,
supports environmental education projects that enhance the public's
awareness, knowledge, and skills to help people make informed decisions
that affect environmental quality. Application deadline is Dec. 15.
Visit http://www.uwrf.edu/grants/welcome.htm.
Contact Bill Campbell at ext. 3195.
Early Years Enthusiasts hosting diaper drive
The Early Years Enthusiasts (EYE) Club is sponsoring a diaper drive for
the Tille family quintuplets of River Falls. Anyone interested in
donating money, diapers (size two and up) and/or paper towels can leave
donations in Room 258 WEB, the University Preschool or The CHILD
Center. The drive will continue through Tuesday, Nov. 24. Contact sarah.schletty@uwrf.edu or molly.gerrish@uwrf.edu.
Faculty Senate Executive Committee meeting
The Faculty Senate Executive Committee will meet on Wednesday, Nov. 11,
from 1 to 3 p.m. in the North Hall Conference Room. Contact David
Rainville at ext. 3654 or david.p.rainville@uwrf.edu.
Upcoming Events
Nov. 15 - 20, International Education Week. For
more information, visit
http://www.uwrf.edu/globalconnections/
then go to International Education Week.
Don't Forget
Monday, Nov. 9
* 3 p.m., Room 140, KFA, Chief Diversity Officer Search
Committee meeting. Contact Terry Brown at ext. 3777.
* 4 - 5 p.m., Room 275, CSH, Multidisciplinary
Microscopy Talk. Professor Carol Hirschmugl of UW-Milwaukee will
discuss her work with a new high resolution infrared microscope which
provides information on the chemical makeup of each pixel in the image.
She will illustrate the use of this new tool with examples drawn from
biology, geology and art. Contact earl.d.blodgett@uwrf.edu.
Have you taken the
Campus Climate Survey? Visit http://www.uwrf.edu/campus-climate
to take the survey.
Classified employment opportunity: permanent
Buildings/Grounds Supervisor vacancy in Facilities
Management. Visit http://www.uwrf.edu/hr/employment_opportunities.htm
to view details about the position and the application process.
Application deadline is Friday, Nov. 13. Contact Deb Schwab
at ext. 3221.
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