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Friday, Feb. 24, 2012

He who refuses to embrace a unique opportunity loses the prize as surely as if he had failed." -- William James

Pies in the face raises money for upcoming Relay for Life


UWRF sophomore Taylor Chandler, left, smashes whipped cream "pies" into the faces of University Center staff members Sarah Egerstrom, center, and Maggie Clark, right, as part of a fundraiser in support of Relay for Life set for March 23 at River Falls High School. The UC staff's goal is to raise $2,800 by the March 23 event. To view more photos from this event, visit http://bit.ly/AjiRoQPhoto by Kathy M. Helgeson. 

Announcements

Printer Repair Service Contract extended

The existing Printer Repair Service Contract with Laser Sharp that was to expire March 1 has been extended to April 30. So, if you have a printer with a TLC Laser Sharp sticker on it, you should continue purchasing remanufactured toner cartridges with Laser Sharp to insure that your printer will still be covered for repair service. If your printer does not have a TLC sticker on it, you have two  options:

 *  New toner cartridges –Order from Staples

 *  Remanufactured toner cartridges- Order from Cartridge Savers

All contact information can be found on the Purchasing website at http://www.uwrf.edu/Purchasing/SupplyOrderingInformation.cfm

Purchasing is working with a committee to evaluate new vendors for the new printer repair service contract which will begin May 1. It is not yet determined who the new vendor will be, but Purchasing will notify you once the contract has been awarded. Contact gail.anderson@uwrf.edu.


Degrees Conferred Reports available
The Degrees Conferred Report for Fall 2011-12 Bachelor's Degrees is available at http://www.uwrf.edu/Registrar/DegreesConferredReports.cfmThe Degrees Conferred Report for Fall and J-Term 2011-12 Master's Degrees is available athttp://www.uwrf.edu/Registrar/ReportsMasters.cfmQuestions may be directed to Linda Matzek at 3342 or linda.i.matzek@uwrf.edu.


CRSCA reminder
There is only one week left to submit citation information for inclusion in this year's Celebrating Research, Scholarship and Creative Achievement (CRSCA) honoree publication.  
CRSCA is an annual event honoring the academic and creative output of UWRF faculty and staff. Those who have published books or articles, presented papers or posters at academic conferences, obtained grants, or completed work in any area of the fine or performance arts during the calendar year of 2011 are encouraged to participate. The celebration culminates in an all-campus reception on Tuesday, March 27, during which the books, posters, artwork and other items will be on exhibit throughout the library.  The deadline to have your items delivered to the library for inclusion in the exhibits is Friday, March 9. For more information, contact cate.dodson@uwrf.edu or visit http://www.uwrf.edu/CRSCA/Index.cfmWe look forward to celebrating with you in March.

Upcoming Events

Saturday, Feb. 25, 2:05 p.m., Hunt Arena, women's hockey vs. UW-Eau Claire (NCHA O'Brien Cup First Round).

Saturday, Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m., Abbott Concert Hall, The RADD Jazz Series Presents UWRF Jazz Ensemble. Contact the Music Department at 3183.

Saturday, Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m., Syse Theatre, KFA, Theatre:  "Almost, Maine." On a cold, clear moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, Almost's residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Some age appropriate material is implied. Admission is $10/adults;  $8/seniors (60+);  $5/students with ID. General seating. Additional performances are Feb. 28-29 and March 1-3.

Don't Forget

Friday, Feb. 24 

 *  all day, Music Department, KFA, UWRF Jazz Festival. Features performances by outstanding regional high school and middle school jazz ensembles. The Jazz Festival is a non-competitive event and provides excellent learning experiences for students of all levels with professional jazz clinicians and knowledgeable music educators. Guest artist is trumpeter and music educator Leonard Foy. Contact david.a.l.milne@uwrf.edu or call the Music Department at 3183.

*  7 p.m., Karges, men's basketball vs. UW-Stevens Point (WIAC Semifinals).


*  7:05 p.m., Hunt Arena, women's hockey vs. UW-Eau Claire (NCHA O'Brien Cup First Round).

*   7:30 p.m., Syse Theatre, KFA, Theatre:  "Almost, Maine." On a cold, clear moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, Almost's residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Some age appropriate material is implied. Admission is $10/adults;  $8/seniors (60+);  $5/students with ID. General seating. Additional performances are Feb. 25, 28-29 and March 1-3.


*  7:30 p.m., Falcon's Nest, UC, Jazz Club Cabaret with Leonard Foy. Contact david.a.l.milne@uwrf.edu.

UWS in the News

"Regents consider costs of funding cuts to System," The Pointer, Feb. 23.

"New reporting requirements proposed for teacher ed," Inside Higher Ed, Feb. 23.

"Clogging the drain," Inside Higher Ed, Feb. 23.

To view 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.


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