FALCON DAILY
Friday, Dec. 4, 2015
“You can’t depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.” --Mark Twain
Dam debate documentary trailer shown at Fall Gala, film premieres Monday
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Andy Roth, alumnus and owner of Gray Goat Fly Fishing, left, talks with Stage and Screen Arts senior Sydney Howell, right, about her documentary short on the debate to keep or remove the two hydroelectric dams on the Kinnickinnic River in River Falls. Howell showed a trailer of her work during the 2015 Fall Gala, an exhibition of undergraduate research, scholarly and creative activity, Thursday in the UC. The short, called "The Dam Decision," will make its premiere at The Falls Theatre in River Falls on Monday, Dec. 7, at 7 p.m. The event is free. Photo by Kathy M Helgeson.
Announcements
Welcome prospective students and their families
Admissions & New Student and Family Programs are welcoming 70 prospective students and their families to campus today. Information sessions and tours will depart from the UC throughout the day. We appreciate your support in providing a warm welcome to our guests. Today is our last College Visit Day for the semester. The next one will be Monday, Feb. 15, 2016, and should be a large event.
New Unified Communications phone system support
The specific 2000 number that was created to assist in the support of the implementation of our new phone system is being disconnected today. Please call 3687 (DoTS) for all your technology support needs. Thank you and we appreciate everyone's assistance in making the implementation successful.
Falcon Foods turkey sale
UWRF Falcon Foods is selling hickory smoked cured turkeys, completely cooked and ready to eat. Order deadline is Wednesday Dec. 9. An order form can be found at http://www.uwrf.edu/ANFS/. Email the completed form to [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. Turkeys are payable at pickup by cash or check made out to Falcon Foods. Average weight is 8-11 pounds, $3.75/pound. Pickup date is Friday, Dec. 18, between 2 and 5 p.m. in Falcon Foods Store, Food Science Addition. Please be aware that Falcon Foods entrance and parking have changed.
Male WIAC Faculty Athletic Rep needed
Reminder: The Faculty Senate Athletic Committee is looking for candidates to replace retiring Brian Schultz as the WIAC male Faculty Athletic Representative. The appointment is approved by the Faculty Senate and will begin spring 2016. If you are interested in the position or would like more information, email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> by Dec. 8.
Condolences
Please join the university community in extending our sincere condolences to the family of Russell Peterson. Russ, age 71, died Nov. 22 at Our House in River Falls. Russ work for 27 years as a custodian and a custodial lead for the residence halls at UWRF. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Dec. 5, at 2 p.m. at Bakken-Young Funeral Home, 805 E Division St., River Falls. Visitation is from noon-2 p.m. at the funeral home. An obituary may be found at
http://www.bakken-young.com/index.php/obituaries/692-russell-peterson-11-22-2015.
As a follow-up to Wednesday’s information regarding the death of Don Charpentier, an obituary with memorial suggestions may be found at http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/twincities/obituary.aspx?n=donald-armand-charpentier&pid=176767870.
Upcoming Events
Women's ice hockey vs. UW-Superior, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2:05 p.m., Hunt Arena.
Senior Recital: Amanda Arnold, Saturday, Dec. 5, 3 p.m., Abbott Concert Hall, KFA. Free and open to all.
Men’s basketball vs. Hamline University, Saturday, Dec. 5, 5 p.m., Karges.
Men’s ice hockey vs. Hamline University, Tuesday, Dec. 8, 7:05 p.m., Hunt Arena.
Falcon Band Concert: “T’was (Almost) the Night Before Finals," Tuesday, Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m., Abbott Concert Hall, KFA. In addition to old favorites, the UWRF Music Department's Jazz/Rock Production Ensemble will be playing some more-involved and new arrangements. Music to be performed will include music by Billy Cobham, Ornette Coleman, Herbie Hancock, Joe Sample, Mike Stern, and more. Free and open to all.
Don't Forget
Friday, Dec. 4
Art Scholarship Sale, through Wednesday, Dec. 9, Gallery 101, KFA. Choose from a wide selection of studio arts including glass, ceramics, painting, fibers, printmaking, photography and mixed media made by current art students and faculty, alumni, retired faculty and local artisans. New items added daily. Gallery hours are Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-4 p.m. Open to all.
Falcon Shop One-Day Sale, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., UC. Take 20% off all UWRF clothing and imprinted gift items. In-store only.
Frances Cohler Coffee Concert, noon, Abbott Concert Hall, KFA. Margaret Jane Wray, soprano, and Layton "Skip" James, keyboards. Coffee and treats served at the conclusion of the concert. Free and open to all.
Men’s ice hockey vs. UW-Stevens Point, 7:05 p.m., Hunt Arena.
Guitar and Woodwind Ensemble Concert, 7:30 p.m., Abbott Concert Hall, KFA. Free and open to all.
Open Mic Night, 8 p.m., Falcon’s Nest, UC. Show up. Sign up. Free and open to all.
Now You Know
If you missed the WCCO feature last weekend, the link to the segment about the Gunnar Project featuring UWRF students is now available on Youtube. A tragedy with a beautiful ending. What a wonderful representation of how our students are involved in amazing things. To view the segment, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydRAtx34RU4.
Education News
“UW System task force may sidestep toughest tenure issues<http://host.madison.com/ct/news/local/education/university/uw-system-task-force-may-sidestep-toughest-tenure-issues/article_7a6007ff-4276-5c26-a9fe-36200b914e08.html>,” The Cap Times, Dec. 2.
“Household income takes sharp downturn in most of Wisconsin<http://www.jsonline.com/news/wisconsin/household-income-takes-sharp-downturn-in-most-of-wisconsin-b99627396z1-360196731.html>,” Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Dec. 2.
“Learning, Not Wages<https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2015/12/03/critique-urges-accreditors-promote-common-set-learning-outcomes>,” Inside Higher Ed, Dec. 3.
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