FALCON DAILY
Thursday, Dec. 10, 2015
“If you count all your assets, you always show a profit.” --Wilson Mizner, American dramatist
International Student Services recognizes departing students
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International students Eduardo Sardinha da Silva, left, and Erick Pereira Araruna Cruz Galvao, right, sign a poster Wednesday during a recognition event for departing international students who will either be completing their exchange program or graduating. The event was hosted by International Student Services and held in Hagestad Hall. Submitted photo by Ichiko Mori.
Announcements
[cid:438ADCBE-3607-475D-9400-EC6755BB826A] Ludwig is assistant director of New Student and Family Programs
Please join the Admissions & New Student and Family Programs team in welcoming Adam Ludwig to campus. Adam began his role as the assistant director of New Student and Family Programs In October. He earned a B.S. in communication studies from UW-La Crosse and a M.S. in college student personnel from Western Illinois University. Adam spent the past five years at UW-Stout, where he worked as a hall director for both new and continuing students. He has extensive experience in program planning, staff selection and development, diversity/inclusivity efforts, and student success initiatives. Adam is responsible for UWRF’s new student orientation and transition activities, including New Student Registration, Week of Welcome, Academic Day, and Campus Tour Guides. Adam’s office is located in 115 South Hall.
Board of Regents meeting today and tomorrow
The UW System Board of Regents regular two-day meeting is today, Dec. 10-Friday, Dec. 11, in Madison. Links to the live webcast can be found at https://www.wisconsin.edu/regents/event/board-of-regents-meeting-10/.
15-passenger van and mini bus training
Training sessions for the new Ford Transit 15-passenger vans and the bus are scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20 and Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016, at Facilities Management. Training consists of an online session and behind the wheel driving. A fee of $50 will be charged to your department account. Email <mailto:[log in to unmask]> [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> for information or to register. The Ford Transit vans have several added safety features from former vans as well as dual rear wheels. Information on the vans and the bus are available at <http://www.uwrf.edu/Facilities/FleetVehicles.cfm> http://www.uwrf.edu/Facilities/FleetVehicles.cfm.
Two days remain for old phone recycling
Reminder: Please place your old office telephones in the <https://www.uwrf.edu/DOTS/UnifiedCommunications/> recycling boxes<https://www.uwrf.edu/DOTS/UnifiedCommunications/> located in each building. All phones and phone cables need to be placed in these boxes before Friday, Dec. 11. If you have shared phones in labs or other spaces, or if you know a colleague is out, please place their phones in the box, too. We greatly appreciate your assistance.
Welcome East Ridge AVID and Park High School students to campus Friday
Admissions & New Student and Family Programs is welcoming East Ridge AVID to campus Friday, Dec. 10. Students will tour campus from11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Also visiting campus on Friday is Park High School. Their students will tour campus from 1:15-2 p.m. We appreciate your support in providing a warm welcome to our guests. Email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> with any questions.
Reminder: early time approval next two pay periods
Due to the upcoming holidays, there are early time and absence deadlines for student employees, temporary employees, and university staff. If time is not entered and approved by the deadlines listed, the employee will not be paid. The Nov. 29-Dec. 12 pay period must be approved by 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15. The Dec. 13-26 pay period must be approved by 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 29.
Falcon Daily schedule next week
Falcon Daily will publish Monday, Dec. 14, and then go to its Tuesday/Thursday publication schedule through J-Term. Please plan accordingly. Submissions should be emailed by 4 p.m. the day before publication is expected.
Upcoming Events
Surplus Property Sale, Friday, Dec. 11, 9 a.m.-noon, Rodli Hall. Please enter through the loading dock entrance on the west side of the building. Sale items include, but are not limited to, iMacs, CPUs, Mac Minis, Dell laptops, Mac laptops, desks, filing cabinets, chairs, bookcases, kitchen accessories, enamel, rubber satin paint, office supplies, and much more. Check us out on Facebook at UW-River Falls Surplus to see photos of available items. If you have questions, call Facilities Management at 3827.
Don't Forget
Thursday, Dec. 10
Falcon Shop Two-Day Sale, ends today. Buy three or more clothing and gift items, get 30% off; two or more, get 25% off; and one item is 20% off. This sale is valid on UWRF imprinted clothing and gift items, both in-store and on-line at <http://www.uwrfshop.com/> www.uwrfshop.com<http://www.uwrfshop.com>.
University Staff Senate Meeting, 1:30 p.m., Chippewa River Room, UC. For an agenda, visit https://www.uwrf.edu/UniversityStaffSenate/MonthlyMeetings.cfm. All university staff are encouraged to attend.
Art Education Group Exhibition Opening Reception, 3-4:30 p.m., ArtTED Gallery Space, second level, WEB. Email <mailto:[log in to unmask]> [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> for more information.
International Traveling Classroom 2017 Informational Meeting, 6:30 p.m., 141 KFA. ITC is an innovative, one of a kind, spring semester- length study-abroad program that allows UWRF students to live, study and learn in several locations throughout Europe.
“Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead,” 7:30 p.m., Syse Theatre, KFA. Masquers production of Bert V. Royal's "unauthorized parody." The play imagines characters from the popular comic strip Peanuts as teenagers. Adult content. Admission is $10/adult, $8/age 65+, UWRF students get one free ticket with Falcon ID. Additional performances are Dec. 11-12.
Holiday Band Concert, 7:30 p.m. Abbott Concert Hall, KFA.Tickets at the door: $5/adults, $3/seniors, $2/students. Open to all.
Education News
“Wisconsin<http://www.jsonline.com/business/wisconsins-health-care-system-overall-ranks-relatively-high-b99630882z1-361124611.html>’<http://www.jsonline.com/business/wisconsins-health-care-system-overall-ranks-relatively-high-b99630882z1-361124611.html>s health care system overall ranks relatively high<http://www.jsonline.com/business/wisconsins-health-care-system-overall-ranks-relatively-high-b99630882z1-361124611.html>,” Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Dec. 8.
“Students at for-profit schools will see loans forgiven<http://host.madison.com/news/state-and-regional/students-at-for-profit-schools-will-see-loans-forgiven/article_68b8187d-432a-564e-b0ac-e956bae7ef51.html>,” AP, Dec. 7.
“High and Long-Term Stakes<https://www.insidehighered.com/views/2015/12/09/supreme-court-ruling-fishers-impact-diversity-essay>,” Inside Higher Ed, Dec. 9.
“The Alumni Question<https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2015/12/09/colleges-keep-lines-communication-open-alumni-they-respond-diversity-concerns>,” Inside Higher Ed, Dec. 9.
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