Event raises awareness to violence
Freddy Falcon and UWRF athletics team members stepped into high-heels Thursday afternoon to participate in the Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event. The Student Social Work Association sponsored the event to raise awareness and support for the one in six women in the United States who is a victim of sexual violence and to demonstrate that men can be willing and supportive partners in making a difference and decreasing the potential for violence. Photo by Kathy M Helgeson.
Today is last day to order commencement rental regalia
Today, April 21, is the last day for faculty and staff who are marching in commencement on May 17 to order rental regalia from the Falcon Shop. Stop by the Falcon Shop or call 3962 to order.
Wisconsin Retirement System statement now available
Your Annual Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Statement of Benefits is now available online in the My UW System portal: http://my.wisconsin.edu. Login to the portal and go to the “Benefit Information” module and click on the “Statements” tab. Click on “ETF Annual Statement of Benefits (WRS) Issued 2014” to view and print your statement. Please note that you will not receive a paper copy of the statement. If you have questions about your statement, email [log in to unmask].
New art gallery in WEB
Please join the Teacher Education Department for a reception honoring UWRF student artist Andrea Sorenson on Tuesday, April 22, from 3-5 p.m. in the newly created ArtTED Gallery on the second floor of the Wyman Education Building.
Falcon Center groundbreaking lunch reservation deadline is Wednesday
Please join donors, alumni, volunteers and university leadership for a groundbreaking luncheon and ceremony for the Falcon Center, UWRF’s new $63.5 million home for the Department of Health and Human Performance, Student Recreation and Falcon Athletics on Friday, May 2. A lunch ($10 per person with reservation) will be served at noon at Hunt Arena with a 2 p.m. groundbreaking ceremony (free outdoor event). Falcon Center information and online lunch reservations can be found at http://www.uwrf.edu/falconcenter/. No registration is required to attend the outdoor groundbreaking, but luncheon reservations need to be made no later than Wednesday, April 23. Luncheon tickets will NOT be sold at the door. For more information, contact University Advancement at 3505 or email [log in to unmask].
CSAC sub-committee DERA/DMC presentation
The Classified Staff Advisory Council (CSAC) sub-committee reviewing campus procedures for DERA/DMC submission, evaluation and award distribution for classified staff will highlight proposed changes via power-point presentation on Thursday, April 24, in the St. Croix Room, UC. Attend either from 9-10:30 a.m. or 2-3:30 p.m. There will be a short question and answer period following the presentation and feedback on the proposed changes will be collected prior to formal submission to CSAC on May 8. Email [log in to unmask].
All Department Chair meeting tomorrow
An Department Chairs will meet at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, in the Falls Room, UC. For more information, call the Provost Office at 3700.
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, April 22, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Red Cedar Room, UC, Fidelity 403b Individual Counseling Sessions. Discuss your personal financial situation with an experienced Fidelity financial consultant on a confidential basis. To reserve a space, call 800-642-7131. For more information, email [log in to unmask].
Tuesday, April 22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., UC mall, Ag Day. Student organizations in CAFES, along with agricultural businesses, will have educational and interactive booths along with some farm animals and farm equipment displays from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Then at 6 p.m., enjoy a free pork sandwich meal served in the Agriculture Science building near Room 200. At 7 p.m. in 200 Ag Science, Alice in Dairyland Kristin Olson will give a presentation followed by Keynote Speaker Daren Williams, of the Master of Beef Advocacy Program, with “Engaging in the Great Food Debate." The day's events are free and open to the public. Email [log in to unmask].
Thursday, April 24, noon-1 p.m., 201 Rodli Hall, Lunch and Learn: The Brazilian Experience. Hosted by Brazilian students enrolled in Intensive English Program classes. Attend to learn Portuguese and learn about Brazilian culture. Light lunch and beverages provided. Open to faculty, staff and students. For more information, email [log in to unmask].
Don't Forget
Monday, April 21
* 10:30 a.m., Alumni Room, South Hall, Swearing in of campus Chief of Police: Karl Fleury. Join us and Karl's family as he takes the Oath of Honor from Chancellor Van Galen. Karl has 32 years of law enforcement experience, most recently as Emergency Management Coordinator and police officer with Public Safety at UW-Green Bay. Please help us welcome Chief Fleury to campus.
* 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., softball vs. UW-Eau Claire, DH. Before heading out, visit http://www.uwrfsports.com/calendar.aspx to see if the games are still on.
Transfer opportunity: University Services Program Associate (100 %); Pay Schedule 02, Pay Range 11; position reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Graduate Studies; 7:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Eligible candidates must be permanent classified employees and hold a position that is equal to or higher than the announced position. Email [log in to unmask] with any questions regarding transfer eligibility. Position information can be viewed at http://jobs.uwrf.edu/postings/242. If interested and eligible to transfer, submit a letter of interest and a resume to Deb Schwab, Human Resources Office, 216 North Hall, no later than today, April 21.
Classified employment opportunity* IS Data Services Specialist (Re-announcement) - Deadline to apply is May 8. 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].
Education News
"Tuition freeze 'unsustainable' solution to college affordability," Badger Herald, April 17.
"A push for a free college education," Wisconsin Radio Network, April 17.
"Burke calls for more tuition tax deductions," Wisconsin Radio Network, April 18.
"No silver bullet," Column, Inside Higher Ed, April 18.
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