Old Freddy costume preserved in University Archives
An old version of Freddy Falcon's head sits on top of custom-made acid-free archival boxes in the University Archives in Davee Library. The special boxes will be used to store the old costume. The current Freddy Falcon costume is nearly four years old. Photo by Kathy M Helgeson.
eSIS outage tonight through MondayThe UWRF student information system eSIS will be unavailable today, March 28, beginning at 5 p.m. until 6 a.m. Monday, March 31. This extended outage is necessary to upgrade the underlying hardware and software infrastructure of eSIS. If you have any questions about this outage, email [log in to unmask].
Pasta dinner fundraiser support NSSLHAThe UWRF National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) is hosting a pasta dinner fundraiser at the Dish & Spoon Cafe on Wednesday, April 2, from 5-8 p.m. One ticket includes the choice of one of four pasta dishes, a soup or salad, and bread. Ticket cost is $10/adults and $6/children. Tickets can be purchased from faculty advisor Sharyl Samargia in the Communicative Disorders Department or at the door. The event will support NSSHLA's events and community involvement in the 2014-15 academic school year. For more information, email [log in to unmask].
Classified employment opportunityThe following classified staff position is available:*IS Technical Services Specialist (re-announcement), deadline to apply is April 15.If interested, visit https://jobs.uwrf.edu/postings/search to view details about the position and the application process. Direct questions to [log in to unmask].
Upcoming Events
Saturday, March 29, 7:30 p.m., Abbott Concert Hall, KFA, Wyman Series: One Voice Mixed Chorus, Minnesota's LGBTA choir. Free and open to the public. For more information, call Student Life at 4444.
Monday, March 31, 2 p.m., Riverview Ballroom, UC, Executive-in-Residence lecture: "It's not WHO You Know, but HOW…and Other Strategies from a Global CEO," presented by Steve Metcalf, president and CEO of Air Motion Systems, Inc. Free and open to the public. For more information, contact CBE at 3335.
Friday, April 4, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Kinnickinnic Theatre, UC, Nilsestuen Legacy Event: Tom Lyon Presentation. Rod Nilsestuen, secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, was a proud steward of sustainable agriculture. In the tradition of Rod Nilsestuen, CAFES is hosting a presentation by Tom Lyon, former CEO of Cooperative Resources International and a former member of the UW System Board of Regents, on the changes that are facing agricultural producers and the companies in the food economy, and the skills and attributes that new leaders must develop to respond to these changes. Free and open to the public.
Don't Forget
Friday, March 28
* 6-8 p.m., Gallery 101, KFA, Senior Art Exhibit Reception with Briana Olson, Jo Schanno and Cyan Zengaffinen. Felting and paintings. Free and open to the public. Email [log in to unmask].
The following positions are open in Facilities Management:* Painter - deadline is Wednesday, April 2.* UW Administrative Program Supervisor - deadline is Friday, April 4.If interested, go to https://jobs.uwrf.edu/postings/search to view details about the positions and the application process. Direct questions to [log in to unmask].
Now You Know
UWRF has been engaged internationally for decades, but in recent years, there is a new level of excitement and growth. Dale Gallenberg, dean of the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences, believes there are many unique opportunities for faculty and students to be involved. Read more from a story by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection at http://www.uwrf.edu/UniversityCommunications/UWRF-Reaches-Worldwide.cfm.
Education News
"Falcons beat St. Thomas in 3rd place game at national tourney," riverfallsjournal.net, March 27.
"Walker appoints non-traditional UW student regent," Fox 11, March 26.
"Football players win union, for now," Inside Higher Ed, March 26.
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