“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning.”--Albert Einstein
UWRF physics honor society grows to over 420 life-long members
Physics and dual-degree engineering students were recently inducted into the local chapter of the Sigma Pi Sigma Physics Honor Society. The UWRF chapter was chartered in May 1975. With the induction, the total chapter enrollment rose to more than 420 life-long members. Sigma Pi Sigma recognizes scholastic excellence, encourages interest in physics, promotes a culture of service to others and provides a life-long connection with others who have shared a passion for physics. Submitted photo.
Special offer for employee/student tickets for Scholarship Benefit April 24
The UWRF Foundation has a very limited number of “program only” tickets available for the Fourth Annual Scholarship Benefit featuring Daymond John, founder and CEO of the global lifestyle brand FUBU and star of ABC’s “Shark Tank.” The program is Friday, April 24, at 7 p.m. in Abbott Concert Hall, KFA. Proceeds benefit Falcon Scholar Scholarships. The tickets are available on a first come, first serve basis to UWRF faculty, staff and students with valid ID at the reduced rate of $15 each. If interested, tickets can be purchased in the Advancement Office, 310 South Hall. Cash or check accepted.
Seeking participants for wellness study grant
Volunteers are needed to participate in a wellness study grant being performed on campus. The following assessments are free and will take anywhere between 45-60 minutes: blood lipid/glucose profile, body composition, resting heart rate/blood pressure, medical history questionnaire, physical activity inventory and SF-36 Quality of Life Inventory. For more information, email [log in to unmask] or call 0635.
Wisconsin Big Idea Tournament is Saturday
Two student teams from UW-River Falls will compete Saturday, April 11, in the finals of the Wisconsin Big Idea Tournament. The WBIT is an entrepreneurship event open to undergraduates attending any two or four year University of Wisconsin school across the state (except UW-Madison). It teaches cutting-edge Lean Startup business development tools, provides business mentorship, and allows participants to compete in a fun format for paid internships and a chance to win $25,000. If you would like to watch the presentations from the UWRF teams, there will be a live stream of the event beginning at 9 a.m.
Classified Staff Advisory Council meetingThe UWRF Classified Staff Advisory Council will meet on Thursday, April 9, at 1:30 p.m. in the Alumni Room, SH. An agenda is posted on the CSAC website at http://www.uwrf.edu/ClassifiedStaffAdvisoryCouncil/Index.cfm. Open to all university staff.
Upcoming Events
Coffee Concert, Friday, April 10, noon, Abbott Concert Hall, KFA. Natalia Moiseeva (violin), Tanya Remenikova (cello) and Ivan Konev (piano) performing Joaquin Turina’s Fantasia “Circulo” op. 91 and Trio for violin, cello and piano by Borodin. Refreshments in the lobby following the concert.
Commissioned Composer Concert, Saturday, April 11, 7:30 p.m., Abbott Concert Hall, KFA. Featuring many works by Commissioned Composer Mark Applebaum, as well as the world premiere of the commissioned work “Clicktrack.” For more information, call the Music Department at 3183. Free and open to all.
UWRF Crops and Soils Club Annual Brat Sale, Monday, April 13, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ag Science. Cost is $2 for a brat, $3.5 for a plate which (includes one brat, chips and pop) and $5 for a double plate (two brats, chips and pop). For more information, email [log in to unmask].
Don't Forget
Wednesday, April 8
Faculty Senate Meeting, 3:30-5 p.m., Willow River Room, UC. For an agenda or details, visit http://www.uwrf.edu/facultysenate/ or email [log in to unmask].
Big Read in the St. Croix Valley Discussion, 4-5 p.m., Davee Library breezeway. The Davee Library has partnered with ArtReach St. Croix to promote their One Book, One Community program that brings together residents throughout the St. Croix Valley around a common book. This year’s book is “Love Medicine” by Minnesota author Louise Erdrich. Lissa Schneider-Rebozo, will lead a discussion of this novel as part of the Big Read initiative. Free and open to all. For more information, visit http://www.stcroixsplash.org/event/detail/441904239/Transformative_Power_of_Storytelling_with_Dr_Lissa_SchneiderRebozo.
Falcon Film Fest VII, 6 p.m., Kinnickinnic Theater, UC. Screening and awards of the UWRF 48 Hour Film Competition entries followed by student film exhibition in the categories of Music VIdeo and Narrative Short Films. Free. Popcorn will be served. For more information, visit
International Traveling Classroom Informational Meeting, 6 p.m., Wind River Room, UC. A spring semester study-abroad program allowing UWRF students to live and learn in Europe. Students are applying now for 2016 and the program often fills. For more information, email g[log in to unmask].
Employment transfer opportunity: Academic Department Associate (85%); Pay Schedule 02, Pay Range 11; Communication and Media Studies. See details of the position at http://jobs.uwrf.edu/postings/1312. Eligible candidates must be a permanent classified employee 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. 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 Friday, April 10.
Education News
“UW and Business are Powerful Partners for Growth,” Pierce County Herald, April 7.
“'It’s very anxious on campus:' UW System schools seek ways to buffer proposed budget cuts,” Fox 6, April 7.
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