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Hired Before Graduation starts Thursday
If you are graduating in December 2022 and have landed a job, earned admission to graduate school or started a company before commencement, join us to continue this tradition by having your photo taken professionally and posted to our Hired Before Graduation social media campaign. Sessions are 7 a.m.-noon on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2:30-6:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 5, and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 6, in Ballroom B (275) in the University Center. No appointment is needed — we’ll see you there!
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Donations sought for the Success Closet and Warhawk Pantry
Get in the giving spirit and donate to support our students! Career Services and the campus food pantry are teaming up for Warhawks Donate, a drive collecting donations Monday, Nov. 28, through Friday, Dec. 2. The Warhawk Success Closet seeks gently used professional clothes and the Warhawk Pantry needs toiletries, canned food and more. There are multiple locations to donate.
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Get in the holiday spirit with the Gala
Celebrate the sounds of the season with the Gala Holiday Concert on Dec. 3 in Young Auditorium. Pre-concert ensembles begin at 6:45 p.m. in various locations around the Greenhill Center of the Arts and Young Auditorium. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. in Young Auditorium. This event features nearly every student ensemble in the Department of Music, and all proceeds go towards the Music Scholarship Fund.
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Wheelchair basketball tournament
Help cheer on the men's and women's wheelchair basketball teams as they host a tournament this Friday and Saturday, Dec. 2-3, in the fieldhouse of the Williams Center. The women tip off at 8 a.m. Friday, Dec. 2, and the men take the court at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 2. Check out the link below for the full schedule.
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Campus Kudos
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Kudos to He Li, assistant professor of finance and business law, who was featured in a WalletHub's article about accident forgiveness.
Read more »
Kudos to Ruth Hansen, assistant professor of management, whose historical case study “Gary Neighborhood House: Managing mission and uncertainty in the Civil Rights Era” was published in the new, edited volume, Hoosier Philanthropy.
Kudos to Angela Meldonian, director of the University Center, for facilitating a student panel at the National Association of College Auxiliary Services C3X Annual Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada. UW-Whitewater student panelists Will Hinz, communication major, Max Servais, finance major, Kenna Breckon, elementary education major, Brenna Bongiorno, psychology major, and Brendan Doucette, marketing major, shared their campus experiences on how auxiliaries complete the student experience.
Kudos to Rashiqa Kamal, associate professor of finance and business law, who contributed expert advice about balance transfers and credit cards on MoneyGeek.com.
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Kudos to Keith Zukas, associate professor of journalism and mass communication, who participated in a televised panelist discussion for Common Sense Rock County as part of a six-week special Citizens Academy series to talk about the role of media in our communities on Janesville Area Television. Watch »
Kudos to UC Graphics and Marketing for winning first and second place out of 22 schools for their designs at the Midwest Campus Activities Planning Conference in Lincolnshire, Illinois, Nov. 11-13, 2022.
Kudos to Jenny Fisco, marketing manager at UC Graphics, for winning the National Association of College Auxiliary Services Central Volunteer of the Year Award in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Nov. 14, 2022.
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In the Media
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For the 47th year in a row, students from UW-Whitewater are volunteering in a nursing home visitation program to bring smiles to residents.
Channel 3000 »
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The University/ Community Band welcomes you
Come to Young Auditorium to experience music performed by the all-inclusive University/Community Band at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 28. This Department of Music event is free for students with their HawkCard. All others can purchase tickets at tickets.uww.edu or by calling 262-472-2222.
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The Art of Becoming
A new exhibit is entering Roberta’s Art Gallery! “The Art of Becoming” by Sylvia Hall Linton goes from Nov. 30 through Dec. 11. Stop by to view the art and learn something new!
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Snow Globes Paint ‘n’ Sip
Join UC Live at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, in the Warhawk Connection Center, as they host a free snow globe paint ‘n’ sip. All supplies are provided. First-come, first-served. Hot chocolate will be provided to those who attend.
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“Grounded” by George Brant
An unexpected pregnancy ends an ace fighter pilot’s career in the sky. As pressure mounts, the boundaries begin to blur between the desert in which she lives and the one she patrols half a world away. Catch this performance at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 29–Dec. 2 and at 2 p.m. Dec. 3-4, in Hicklin Studio Theatre. Contains adult language and themes.
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Magician Noah Sonie
UC Live will host magician Noah Sonie at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, in the UC’s Down Under. Sonie is from Minneapolis, Minnesota, and his performances blend numerous mediums — including magic, mind reading and hypnosis — to create an abstract and engaging show that will leave an audience laughing and astonished.
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Bingo
At 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, join UC Live in the UC’s Hamilton Room for Bingo! Prizes will be awarded to winners.
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The distant universe with the James Webb Space Telescope
This observatory lecture series at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, in Upham Hall 141, will explain what the James Webb Space Telescope is and why it is such an engineering marvel. Further explanation of the scientific implications of the first images that were released in July 2022 will be offered, in addition to images that give a taste for the kinds of science being done with JWST in the years to come. Telescopes will be open at the Whitewater Observatory after the talk (weather permitting).
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Finals prep wellness booth
Take a break from your studies 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 6, to meet your campus dietitian! Ask questions and learn more about your diet outside Food For Thought in Andersen Library.
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Movie: Bros
Dec. 1-3
Summers Auditorium
Health First, Student Right After Presentation
3:30 p.m. Wednesday,
Nov. 30
Warhawk Connection Center
Art Combats War
6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1
Barnett Theatre
Series room requests for Spring 2023
The series or recurring room request priority deadline is coming up, so make sure to fill out the online form before the registration ends on Sunday, Dec. 11.
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URock Concert Band Holiday Concert
The URock Concert Band 51st annual Holiday Concert will be performed at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, in the Kirk Denmark Theatre. Enjoy all types of holiday musical favorites and refreshments with afterglow music provided by the URock Jazz Combo after the concert. Admission is free, but donations will be thankfully accepted. For more information, contact suarezj@uww.edu.
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DIY holiday gift workshop
In these workshops, offered by grade (grades 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8), participants will make and wrap two to three unique holiday gifts 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. Limited to the first 10 registrants in each session.
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Upcoming Events
Bingo
12-1 p.m.
Every Tuesday in the Commons
Chess Club meetings
12 p.m.
Every Tuesday in the Commons
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Cyber Monday sale at the Bookstore
Mark your calendar for Monday, Nov. 28, to shop The Bookstore’s Cyber Monday sale! Shop online only and receive 20% off all gift and apparel items.
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Pop-up science exhibit
“Searching for Earth’s Secrets,” an interactive, educational exhibit, is coming to the Community Engagement Center Dec. 12 through Feb. 28. This outreach project, brought to campus by graduate student Sarah Treadwell, is a part of the International Ocean Discovery Project. This research impacts our understanding of climate change, the origin of life and plate tectonics. Treadwell is seeking volunteers and support for the exhibit and can be contacted at Treadwell.sarah@gmail.com. Watch here to learn more about the project. |
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Winter Baseball Clinic
Baseball clinics teach the proper fundamentals of pitching, hitting, catching and fielding and stress the importance of attitude, confidence and dedication in order to give all attendees an opportunity to succeed in baseball and life. Instruction is directly from Warhawk Baseball staff and athletes. Three sessions are available Dec. 27-31.
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Grab ‘n’ go commencement cap decorating kits
Attention December graduates! Stop by the Student Activities and Involvement front desk between Dec. 1-15 and pick up supplies to decorate your commencement cap. First-come, first-served.
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Sick meal kits
If you’re not feeling well and are too sick to come to a dining hall, we’ve got you covered. Students who are ill can have someone else pick up a meal for them and bring it back to the residence halls. Fill out an inquiry form from Dining Services between 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday. One sick meal = one lunch meal swipe, one MyMeal, or $8.35 Dining Dollars.
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Stay warm this winter with help from The Community Space
The Community Space, located at 834 E. Milwaukee St. (across from 841 Brewhouse), has what you need to stay warm this winter — and it’s all free! Coats, hats, gloves and more are available Tuesdays, 8:30-11 a.m., Wednesdays 3:30-7 p.m. and Saturdays 8:30 a.m. to noon. All are welcome.
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Notes for Faculty and Staff
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New Year's Resolutions
Even though this class is meant for January 1, every day can be like January 1! At noon, Wednesday, Dec. 7, this virtual, fact-filled class will discuss resolutions that, when done properly, can truly change your life. This seminar offers help, encouragement and guidance. The class is meant to be interactive and participatory.
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Faculty/staff role updates
Jay Craggs has been appointed as director of Young Auditorium, effective Dec. 5. Jay has served the university for more than 25 years and in numerous capacities, including assistant director for facilities, University Center; technical director, Young Auditorium; and as a music and communication instructor. “We look forward to benefiting from his depth of experience in the arts and entertainment industry as well as his business acumen as he joins the hardworking and dedicated staff of the Young Auditorium,” said Eileen Hayes, dean of the College of Arts and Communication. Craggs holds an M.A. in arts, entertainment and management from Columbia College and a B.M. in music education from UW-Whitewater. As a performing artist (electric guitar/vocals), he has numerous awards and albums to his credit.
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In the Community
Annual Parade of Lights: Color Your Holidays Happy
On Friday, Dec. 2, all are welcome downtown on Main Street to enjoy a variety of activities beginning at 4 p.m. The annual parade is at 6 p.m.
Map of the parade route.
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Community Events and Resources
Whitewater City Market
Join us 10-12 p.m. on Saturdays at the Irvin L. Young Memorial Library at 431 W. Center St. in Whitewater.
The Community Space
The Community Space, located at 834 E. Milwaukee Street in Whitewater, Wisconsin, provides food, clothing, furniture and more. Hours are Tuesdays, 8:30-11 a.m., Wednesdays 3:30-7 p.m. and Saturdays 8:30 a.m. to noon. All are welcome.
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