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Creating an Empowered University
UW-Whitewater is honored to welcome Dr. Freeman A. Hrabowski III, former president of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, to campus for a conversation about higher education and how university communities support academic success by cultivating an empowering institutional culture.
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Campus Kudos
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Kudos to Soroush Aslani, associate professor of management, who is this year’s recipient of the Graduate Teaching Award. Students note that he uses vast knowledge and an innovative teaching style to give them comprehensive, real-world skill building that is applicable to today’s business world. They also cite his patient and dedicated mentorship abilities along with a clear commitment to student success. Congratulations to Dr. Aslani on this well-deserved achievement!
Kudos to UC Graphics and Marketing for winning in the social media campaign category for their Winterfest campaign at the 2023 NACA (National Association for Campus Activities) Conference in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Kudos to Faith Jones, social work major, for receiving third place for her poster "Religion and Spirituality in Social Work" at the Association of Baccalaureate Social Work Program Directors annual conference in Birmingham, Alabama.
Kudos to Jo Ann Oravec, professor of information technology and supply chain management, who will present a paper online on Thursday, April 27, at the Memory, Affects, Emotions International Interdisciplinary Conference. The paper is entitled "Digital and Physical Hoarding: Implications for Memory and Culture." The conference is organized by the University of Gdańsk, Poland. Read more »`
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In the Media
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Amphibians and reptiles of Wisconsin
There are 18 species of amphibian and 36 species of reptile found across Wisconsin. Josh Kapfer, professor of biology, herpetologist, and author of “Amphibians and Reptiles of Wisconsin,” discussed them on the Larry Meiller Show on Wisconsin Public Radio. Listen here: Wisconsin Public Radio »
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Succulent Workshop
In collaboration with UW-Whitewater Sustainability, join UC Live for the Succulent Workshop. This event will begin at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 11, in the Warhawk Connection Center. Decorate pots and plant your own succulent to take home for free! You can also learn more about UW-Whitewater's sustainability efforts and celebrate Earth Month. There will be 150 plants available; first-come, first-served.
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Fireside Chat: Healing from Trauma
Join the University Health and Counseling Services team at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 11, in the Warhawk Connection Center for the Healing from Trauma fireside chat. Learn about different types of trauma while engaging in conversations that help you address your thoughts on personal issues or general trauma.
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Jazz concerts in Light Recital Hall
The Department of Music jazz ensembles perform in a variety of styles — from swing to funk to freely improvised music, including everything from the jazz greats to student compositions. Upcoming performances include the Jazz II ensemble at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 11, the Jazz Combos and Improvisers Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 13, and the Jazz I ensemble at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 21. These events are free for students with their HawkCard.
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Comedian: Sam Morrison
Strut your stuff to the Down Under at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 13, for NYC-based gay, diabetic, widow comedian Sam Morrison.
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Movie: “I Wanna Dance with Somebody”
This week’s UC Live movie in Summers Auditorium is “I Wanna Dance with Somebody”! All UC movies are free with your HawkCard or $3 without. All are welcome to attend. Showing at 9 p.m. on Thursday, April 13, 7 p.m. on Friday, April 14, and at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 15.
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BINGO
Join UC Live in the Old Main Ballroom (UC 275) for bingo at 7 p.m. Friday, April 14. Prizes provided for the winners. See you there!
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Basil Planting Workshop
Dining Services is partnering with UW-Whitewater Sustainability for a Basil Planting Workshop! Between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 18, you'll get to plant your own basil and enjoy basil-based food served by dining at Drumlin. Be sure to check it out! Read more link:
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Denim Day: The Jeans Alibi Doesn't Fly
On behalf of the resident assistant team, we are thrilled to invite you to the 2nd annual Denim Day program. This program is 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 26. Learn the history of Denim Day, the resources available on campus, and how to support survivors of sexual violence. There will be activities like carry the weight, a button-making station, therapy dogs and more.
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Earth Month 2023
Take a break from the end of semester with events celebrating Earth Month 2023! - 2-4 p.m. Thursday, April 13: Campus trash pickup
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Tuesday, April 18: Environmental art workshop hosted by SAGE
- 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 18: reception with “Walled Garden” artist Ben Orozco at Roberta's Art Gallery
- 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, April 19: Thrifting for Sustainability Clothing Swap
- 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, April 21: Campus Garden opening day volunteer opportunity
- 12:30 p.m. Friday, April 28: Arbor Day tree planting at Halvorsen Log Cabin
- 1:30-3:30 p.m. Friday, April 28: Stream-monitoring session (registration required)
- 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 29: Ice Age Trail hike
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Music Mosaics: Whitewater Brass Quintet
Faculty performers Matthew Onstad and Chris Ramaekers, trumpet, Dafydd Bevil, horn, Mike Dugan, trombone, and John Tuinstra, tuba, present a Whitewater Brass Quintet concert at 7:30 p.m., on Tuesday, April 18, in Light Recital Hall. Tickets available at tickets.uww.edu. Free for students with their HawkCard.
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Technology surplus sale
Take advantage of ICIT’s tech surplus sale on Tuesday, April 18, and Wednesday, April 19, at the Community Engagement Center. This sale offers great pricing on used Macs and PCs, monitors, hard drives, and more for your home or personal use. Watch for a notification of the upcoming technology survey from ICIT/LTC, and complete it to win an early access pass along with other prizes.
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Stories of Walt Disney and his designers
UW-Whitewater welcomes Disney historian Todd James Pierce for a presentation on Walt Disney and the talented individuals who helped him realize his vision for Disneyland and Walt Disney World.
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Wii Sports tournament
Monday, April 10, through Sunday, April 16, you can test your Wii Sports skills in Warhawk Alley, where you will play bowling, tennis, baseball, golf, and boxing in order to be eligible to win! The top three scores will be awarded prizes worth up to $150.
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Crossman Gallery displays student work
The BFA Entry and Junior Review exhibition features works by art and design students. This display will be on view through Thursday, April 13. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday, during scheduled exhibitions. The Crossman Gallery is always free and open to the public.
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Earth Month celebrates plant week
There are several great hands-on workshops coming up where you can get free plants, including an open house and terrarium building at Upham Greenhouse, pot decorating with UC Live, and a presentation of Latin American plants from Latinos Unidos.
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Notes for Faculty and Staff
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Parenting Your Teen: Managing Conflict and Problem Solving
Join 12:30-1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 12, for a free webinar where parents can explore ways to help their teenagers resolve conflicts and establish guidelines for acceptable behavior.
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Stuffed Animal Beach Party Sleepover
The return of the Stuffed Animal Sleepover event is happening Friday, April 14 in the Anderson Library, 2nd floor. Session 1 is from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Session 2 is from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.. A child accompanied by UW-Whitewater students, staff, faculty and Children’s Center families brings their favorite stuffed animal for story time and craft, leaving their stuffed animal to spend the night at the library! For more information on this event, including when children will pick up their stuffed animal, visit the link below.
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Dean Frank Goza retirement party
You are cordially invited to Frank Goza’s retirement party from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., on Wednesday, April 26, in UC 275. A short program begins at 3 p.m. Please come and help celebrate Frank and his wonderful accomplishments and wish him our best as he embarks on a new journey. Refreshments and cake will be there for all to enjoy!
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Attend the CSD Award Ceremony
The Awards Ceremony hosted by the Chancellor's Office and the Center for Students with Disabilities is on Thursday, April 27. At this ceremony we will recognize Susan Johnson from the College of Letters and Sciences and Teresa Lind from the College of Arts and Communication for their excellence in disability advocacy and services. We will also award over $20,000 in scholarships!
To learn more about UW-Whitewater's Center for Students with Disabilities, visit csd.edu.
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