FALCON DAILY Tuesday, July 29, 2014 "The shortest distance between two points is under construction." - Leo Aikman Construction Set to Begin on Falcon Center and Smith Stadium [cid:image003.jpg@01CFAB16.AE06DFB0] Contractors began to deliver equipment to the parking lot in front of Knowles Center/Hunt Arena in preparation for phase one of the construction of the Falcon Center and renovation of Smith Stadium at Ramer Field to begin. A notice to proceed was issued Thursday after Governor Scott Walker signed the contract with Miron Construction. Turf is expected to be in place on Ramer Field this fall. For more information and to see the latest renderings visit http://www.uwrf.edu/FalconCenter and search #UWRFfalconcenter on Twitter. Kathy M Helgeson/UWRF photo Announcements Employment Transfer Opportunity for Permanent Classified Employees University Services Program Associate (100%): U Pay Schedule 02, Pay Range 11; Residence Life. Eligible candidates must be a permanent classified employee and hold a position that is equal to or higher than the announced position. Contact [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> with any questions regarding transfer eligibility. 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 Tuesday, August 5. For more information, visit http://jobs.uwrf.edu/postings/695. UWRF 2014 Summer Scholars Please join the UWRF Summer Scholars and their mentors on Tuesday, August 5, 2014 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in the UC Willow River Room (334) as they present their summer research, scholarly, and creative activities. In support of the Pathway to Distinction strategic goal of Distinctive Academic Excellence, the purpose of the undergraduate research scholarly and creative activity (URSCA) program is to foster collaborative faculty-student project, to enhance student learning and promote the culture of research, scholarly, and creative activities at UWRF. To view the list of Summer Scholars, Mentors, and projects please visit http://www.uwrf.edu/GrantsAndResearch/SummerScholarsProgram.cfm. For more information, email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. Upcoming Events Thursday, July 31, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., UC mall, Outdoor Grill. Items for purchase include: hamburger, cheeseburger, veggie burger, brat, hot dog, chips, candy, fruit, Best Maid cookies and bars, water and soda. Meal Deal includes an entrée, beverage and side for the entrée price plus $2.50. Email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>m<mailto:[log in to unmask]> with questions. Don't Forget Tuesday, July 29 * 7 p.m., Wall Amphitheatre, Summer Concert Series: St. Croix Valley Community Band. Free and open to the public. Grilled food, beverages, and ice cream available for purchase. Rain site is the UC. For more information, visit http://www.uwrf.edu/StudentLife/ActivitiesAndEvents/SummerConcertSeries.cfm or call 4444. Classified staff position available: * Electronics Technician - Media, application deadline is Tuesday, July 29. If interested in this position, visit https://jobs.uwrf.edu/postings/search to view details about the position and the application process. Direct questions to [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. Education News "Student debt on campaign trail<http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2014/07/28/student-debt-once-again-popular-campaign-trail-democrats-look-keep-senate#sthash.PNwivtVK.dpbs>," Inside Higher Ed, July 28. "Does your admissions office have 'cultural intelligence'?<http://chronicle.com/blogs/headcount/does-your-admissions-office-have-cultural-intelligence/38791>," Chronicle of Higher Education, July 25. To view news about the UW System from around the state, visit UW System's clipsheet<http://www.wisconsin.edu/clipsheet/index.php>. Falcon Daily<http://www.uwrf.edu/UniversityCommunications/FalconDaily.cfm> 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. Email items for possible inclusion to [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. Thank you! ________________________________ Submit an item to Falcon Daily<mailto:[log in to unmask]> | Subscribe to Falcon Daily<http://www.uwrf.edu/UniversityCommunications/FalconDaily.cfm> | Falcon Daily Archives<http://www.uwrf.edu/UniversityCommunications/FalconDaily.cfm> | Feedback on Falcon Daily<mailto:[log in to unmask]> | Mission, Visions and Values website<http://www.uwrf.edu/AboutUs/vision.cfm> | Strategic Plan website<http://www.uwrf.edu/PathwayToDistinction/index.cfm> | Academic Affairs<http://www2.uwrf.edu/academic-affairs/> <http://www2.uwrf.edu/academic-affairs/> Notices <http://www2.uwrf.edu/academic-affairs/> website<http://www2.uwrf.edu/academic-affairs/>