FALCON DAILY Friday, May 9, 2014 "There are no traffic jams along the extra mile."--Roger Staubach Tea ceremony ends semester of study [cid:421CED31-376F-48BB-B957-D0CE01ED1DA0] Magara Maeda, Japanese language instructor, treated her students to a Japanese tea ceremony Thursday in the Alumni Room, SH. The history of the Japanese tea ceremony dates back centuries with symbolism in its quiet practice embodying harmony, respect, purity and tranquility. The tea is made from powdered green tea, called Matcha, and is served with sweets. Maeda, wearing a traditional kimono, in a choreographed ritual seated on a floor mat, first demonstrated how to prepare the tea, then serve it. Each student then prepared and served a bowl of tea to another. To view more photos from the ceremony, visit http://uwrfphoto.photoshelter.com/gallery/Japanese-tea-ceremony-05082014/G0000AHu7.vlGg9g/C0000WlXmUCnalkg. Photo by Kathy M Helgeson. Announcements Research and economic development open forum Wednesday Arjun Sanga, executive director of the WiSys Technology Foundation, and David J. Ward, chair of the WiSys Technology Foundation, will visit UWRF Wednesday, May 14, to meet with the campus community on issues of research and economic development. An open campus forum will be held from 10-11 a.m. in the Falls Room, UC. Those in attendance will learn more about WiSys’ efforts to support research and technology development, link campus innovators with industry leaders, and speed technology transfer through patent and licensing activities. For more information, email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. Feedback welcome on website redesign The university has embarked on a website redesign project that will improve the user experience for prospective students and enhance the website design to better represent the university brand. To view project details and design concepts and to offer your feedback, visit http://www.uwrf.edu/WebSiteRedesign/. Many thanks to the campus community for your ongoing support of the Web Working Group in their effort to advance UWRF’s Web presence. -- Kris Anderson, Associate Vice Chancellor Upcoming Events Saturday, May 10, 8 a.m.-noon, UWRF Mann Valley Farm, 129 South Glover Road, Compost Sale. Other sale dates are Friday, May 16, from 3-7 p.m.; and Saturday, May 17, from 8 a.m-1 p.m. Cost is $34/yard. For more information, email <mailto:[log%20in%20to%20unmask]> <https://lists.uwrf.edu/scripts/wa.exe?LOGON=A3%3Dind1405%26L%3DFALCONDAILY%26E%3Dquoted-printable%26P%3D483765%26B%3D--_000_CF87F63F38FE9debrajtoftnessuwrfedu_%26T%3Dtext%252Fhtml%3B%2520charset%3DWindows-1252%26pending%3D> [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or call the CAFES Dean's Office at 3535. Tuesday, May 13, 4-5 p.m., St. Croix Room, UC, Leadership Series/The Role of Fundraising in Leadership. Significant charitable gifts transform universities, they also come with risk. Chris Mueller, assistant chancellor for University Advancement, will lead us in a discussion about the role of fundraising in the life and growth of a university, and the elements that must be present for donors to make significant gifts. All faculty and staff are encouraged to attend. For more information, email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. Don't Forget Friday, May 9 * 9 a.m.-noon, Rodli Hall, Surplus Property Sale. Please enter through the loading dock entrance on the west side of the building. Sale items include, but are not limited to, iMacs, projectors, CPUs, desks, tables, filing cabinets, chairs, bookcases, building materials, electronics, hardware, office supplies, and much more. Contact Facilities Management at 3827. * noon-1 p.m., Abbott Concert Hall, KFA, Coffee Concert featuring Levin-Konev piano duet with popular works by Milhaud, Brubeck and Bolcom. Free and open to the public. Refreshments following the concert. Contact the Music Department at 3183. * 2-4 p.m., 140 KFA, Retirement Reception for Betty Bergland. Please join the History and Philosophy Department in congratulating Betty Bergland on her retirement. For more information, email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or call 3164. * 7 p.m., Wall Amphitheatre, Finals Fest featuring bands from three distinct music genres. The headliner, Heiruspecs, is best known for their energetic, authentic live hip-hop performances. There are two opening acts, Davina and the Vagabonds featuring a theatrical performance rooted in blues and jazz and Taj Raj, with a mix of pop/punk and country featuring guitars and vocal harmonies. Free and open to the public. Contact Student Life at 4444. Employment opportunities at UWRF can be viewed at https://jobs.uwrf.edu/postings/search. Direct questions to [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. Education News "At last, no more waiting for Falcon Center<http://www.riverfallsjournal.com/content/last-no-more-waiting-falcon-center>," River Falls Journal, May 8. "Pothole problem solved by UWM? (video)<http://www.cbs58.com/news/local-news/Pothole-problem-solved-at-UWM-257587361.html>," WDJT-TV, CBS-58, May 1. "Climate report shows Great Lakes region to get heavier rainfalls, earlier warm weather (video)<http://www.wisn.com/weather/climate-report-shows-great-leaks-region-to-get-heavier-rainfalls-earlier-warm-weather/25842392>," WISN-TV, May 6. To view news about the UW System from around the state, visit the <http://www.wisconsin.edu/clipsheet/index.php> UW System’s clipsheet<http://www.wisconsin.edu/clipsheet/index.php>. is an e-newsletter emailed to all UWRF faculty, academic and classified staff and off-campus subscribers weekday mornings during the academic year and on Tuesday and Thursday mornings during the summer and breaks. 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