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Friday, Nov. 4, 2011

"Laughter is a part of the human survival kit." --David Nathan
Campus greenhouse nurtures plants year around


Greenhouse Manager Dan Waletzko tends to plants in the campus greenhouse earlier today. In early December, the Horticulture Society will hold its annual Poinsettia sale which includes Poinsetttias, wreaths, Norfolk Pines, Cylcamen and swags. Pre-orders are being taken through Nov. 16 for on-campus delivery Dec. 6-7. Contact joanna.kusilek@my.uwrf.edu for order forms and more information, or stop by the Plant & Earth Science Department office in 324 Ag Science. Photo by Kathy M. Helgeson.

Announcements

International Education Week is Nov. 14-18
International Education Week (Nov. 14-18) is a joint initiative between the U.S. Departments of Education and State. It celebrates the benefits of understanding the world around us so we can better communicate and collaborate with others from different cultures. It is an ideal opportunity to inspire students to broaden their horizons through global learning, foreign languages, and international exchange. Check out the International Education Week schedule at https://www.uwrf.edu/NewStudentAndFamilyPrograms/InternationalEducationWeek.cfm to see what UWRF has planned.

Research grant opportunity

UW System Administration (UWSA), in collaboration with WiSys, is offering two research grant programs to UW faculty: the Applied Research Grant (ARG) and a combined Applied Research Grant-WiSys Technology Advancement Grant (ARG-WiTAG). ARG is offered as a one-year program for all disciplines on all campuses. ARG-WiTAG is for up to three years funding in science and technology fields only. The proposal submission process now provides applicants with the option of submitting short pre-proposals. These pre-proposals will enable applicants to receive feedback aimed at strengthening their full proposals. Pre-proposals are due on Nov. 30. Full proposals are due on Jan. 13, 2012. For additional information, visit http://www.wisys.org/grants/index.jsp?cid=14 or contact molly.van-wagner@uwrf.edu in the Grants Office.

Upcoming Events

Saturday, Nov. 5, 3:05 p.m., Hunt Arena, women's hockey vs. Adrian College. Blackout game. Be one of the first 200 fans in the door, get a BOGO free Chipotle coupon. Get your official blackout t-shirt for $5 at Knowles Center. Wear your official blackout t-shirt to Hudson Chipotle on Tuesday, Nov. 8, for BOGO free burrito/bowl. Also, don’t miss your chance to win a Minnesota Wild Dany Heatley autographed jersey at the game, courtesy of the non-profit group “Defending the Blue Line." For more information, call 4289.

Saturday, Nov. 5, 7:05 p.m., Hunt Arena, men's hockey vs. Bethel University. Blackout game. Be one of the first 200 fans in the door, get a BOGO free Chipotle coupon. Get your official blackout t-shirt for $5 at Knowles Center. Wear your official blackout t-shirt to Hudson Chipotle on Tuesday, Nov. 8, for BOGO free burrito/bowl. Also, don’t miss your chance to win a Minnesota Wild Dany Heatley autographed jersey at the game, courtesy of the non-profit group “Defending the Blue Line." For more information, call 4289.

Sunday, Nov. 6, 12:05 p.m., Hunt Arena, women's hockey vs. Adrian College.

Thursday, Nov. 10, 3 p.m., Abbott Concert Hall, KFA, Music Student Convocation. Contact roger.mcvey@uwrf.edu.

Don't Forget

Friday, Nov. 4

*  11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Pete's Creek, Brown Bag Lunch with Faculty Senators. All faculty are invited to join available members of the Faculty Senate Executive Committee as well as Wes Chapin, Faculty Senate chair; Michelle Parkinson, faculty member; and Marshall Toman, faculty senator, for a casual brown bag lunch. Our purpose is to provide newer faculty or faculty unfamiliar with the Senate with answers to any questions they may have about this governing body. Contact michelle.parkinson@uwrf.edu.

*  4-7 p.m., Gallery 101, KFA, Reception for BFA degree show featuring the works of Allison Grahek (relief prints), Katie Habeck (pottery artwork shown above), Bryan Hitchcock (3-D paintings), and Jordan Landauer (ceramic sculptures). 

*  Today and Saturday, Nov. 5, 7:30 p.m., Davis Theatre, KFA, University Theatre presents "All Shook Up." A lively musical production featuring the songs of Elvis. Admission is $15/adults, $10/age 60+; $5/UWRF students with id.

*  7:05 p.m., Hunt Arena, men's hockey vs. Hamline University.


Classified staff position openings
• Permanent Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Confidential position open in the Office of Human Resources. Application deadline is Tues., Nov. 15.
• Permanent IS Supervisor 2 position open in the Division of Technology Services. Application deadline is Tues., Nov. 22. 
• Permanent IS Network Services Specialist position open in the Division of Technology Services. Application deadline is Tues., Nov. 22.
If interested in a position, visit http://www.uwrf.edu/HumanResources/Employment-Opportunities.cfm to view details about the positions and the application process. Questions can be directed to Deb Schwab at 3221.

UWS in the News

"Secret to a long, healthy life: Bike to the store," National Public Radio, Nov. 2.

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