Eagle Connection - October 22-28, 2008

eagle mascot

Name-the-eagle contest underway

You still have a few days to suggest a name for the UW-L eagle mascot. Current UW-L students have an opportunity to submit names through Friday, Oct. 24. Click on www.uwlax.edu/name-the-eagle for details. Only one response per student e-mail address with the students.uwlax.edu domain will be accepted.

From Oct. 28-Nov. 7, the top 10 names will be posted online. UW-L students, staff and faculty will be able to vote one time for their choice among the 10. The 10 names will be pared down to three and from Nov. 11-21 UW-L students, staff and faculty can cast a single vote among the trio of suggestions.

The winning name will be announced at the annual Alumni Cup game Tuesday, Nov. 25, at Mitchell Hall. One person who voted for the winning name will be selected randomly. That person will receive a life-time general admission All-Sports pass to all home athletic contests, excluding conference and regional tournament games. The winner will also have a $100 donation given to his or her favorite UW-L student organization.

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Remember to get your directory!

There’s still time to pick up the 2008-09 UW-L Student & Staff Directory. Pick up your free copy from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, at the the Hoeschler Clock Tower, or at the Cartwright Center Information Counter. Throw your old Student & Staff Directory in a campus paper recycling bin. The directory is published by University Directories with information compiled by the University Relations Office.

 

 

 

Fast Facts
What: Sam Gutierrez staged reading
When: 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24
Where: Frederick Theatre, Morris Hall
Admission:  Free

Student playwright’s work in progress to hit the stage

Sam Gutierrez, a theatre major and playwright, will present an original work in progress in a staged reading in Frederick Theatre, Morris Hall, at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24. The performance follows his playwriting debut at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago. Admission is free.

What: Computer gaming party
When: 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25
Where: 339 Cartwright Center
Admission: free
Food: $5 for all you can eat wristband or purchase food items individually. Pizza, chips, desserts, baked goods, soda. Caffeine Bar, sponsored by Bawls. Wristband buyers will receive one free energy drink.
What to bring: If you plan to play a PC game, bring computer, monitor, keyboard, mouse, headphones, cables and a power strip, along with games to play. For console games, all of the necessary supplies will be available, but bring extra games and controllers if you have them.
More info: www.uwlax.edu/csclub/ includes the most up-to-date information and complete list of games.

Computer gaming party is Oct. 25

UW-L's Computer Science Club's Gaming Party runs from 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, in 339 Cartwright Center. The event is now free and open to all student and community members. In addition to traditional computer games, there will also be a Wii, N64, XBox 360, and classic NES available. Players at all levels of experience are welcome. There will be tournament play and prizes to tournament winners for some games.

The Gaming Party is sponsored by the UW-L Computer Science Club, Bawls, Alienware Gaming Systems and Computer Parts USA.

 

UW-L Symphony Orchestra to perform Oct. 25

UW-L's Symphony Orchestra will perform a variety of works at it first concert of the academic year.

If you go—
Who: UW-L Symphony Orchestra
What: Masterworks Concert Series I
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25
Where: Valhalla, UW-L Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition
Admission: Suggested donation of $4 for students and $8 for others. For more info call the Music Department at 785.8415.

The Masterworks Concert Series I is set for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. The program includes R. Wagner’s “The Mastersingers,” G. Bizet’s Suite “Carmen,” Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 2” and the Brazilian composer Ernest Mahle.

Admission is a suggested donation of $4 for students and $8 for others. For more information or for reservations, call the music department at 785.8415.

 

 

diploma with mortarboard

Countdown to Commencement set for Monday, Oct. 27

All graduating seniors are invited to attend Countdown to Commencement from noon-3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 27, at the Cleary Alumni & Friends Center. This is a one-stop shop for graduation needs. Students can stop by at their convenience between noon and 3 p.m. and receive cap and gown and commencement day information, order graduation announcements, join the Alumni Association at a discounted rate and receive job search information from Career Services. They will also have the chance to register to win a cap and gown (courtesy of the University Bookstore), a lifetime membership to the UW-L Alumni Association and other prizes. For more information, go to www.uwlalumni.org/ or call Keli Highland with the Alumni Association at 785.8494.

 

Jazz ensemble
UW-L's Jazz Ensemble I is one of three jazz groups that will perform Tuesday, Oct. 28, on campus.

UW-L Jazz Ensembles to kick off concert season

UW-L's Jazz Ensemble I, Vocal Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Ensemble II will kick off its concert season with a performance at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. The evening’s program will include a variety of jazz styles ranging from swing to contemporary Big Band music and vocal jazz. Admission is free.

Jazz Ensemble I will feature tenor saxophonist Jim Piela on the Pat Metheny composition “The First Circle” arranged for big band by Bob Curnow. The piece uses complex harmonies and mixed meter to create an ethereal jazz work for the contemporary jazz orchestra. Next, is a piece Benny Carter penned “Jackson County Jubilee” for the Count Basie Orchestra in the 1960s. It is a classic Basie romp and features Dan Collins on piano and Matt Windett on trumpet. Also to be performed is a ballad, “I’ve Never Been In Love Before,” Lennie Neihaus arranged for the Stan Kenton band. The arrangement features the trombone section and Zak Kaszynski on muted trumpet. Finally, a piece Chris McQueen composed “Foe Destroyer” for the legendary North Texas University 1:00 O’clock jazz band will be performed. The Latin fusion based composition features guitarist Eric Streske along with saxophonist Matt Treat. Music Department Chair Greg Balfany is the director of Jazz Ensemble I.

If you go—
Who: UW-L Jazz Ensemble I, Vocal Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Ensemble II
What: Concert
When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28
Where: Valhalla, UW-L Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition
Admission: Free

UW-L’s eight-member Vocal Jazz Ensemble will open with Eddie Jefferson’s Be-Bop tune “Billie’s Bounce” and then a vocal jazz arrangement of guitarist Pat Metheny’s “Here To Stay.” The singers will also honor the late arranger Gene Puerling with a performance of his setting of “Where Is Love?” recorded in 1968 by Singers Unlimited. Also performed will be Vocal Jazz Director Gary Walth’s “Here For You” and his arrangement of Stevie Wonder’s “Signed, Sealed, Delivered.”

Jazz Ensemble II will perform Big Band arrangements of old favorites including the Quincy Jones composition “Witching Hour” and the Bob Mintzer arrangement of the Gershwin tune “But Not For Me.” Featured soloists with Jazz Ensemble II are Neil Ferris, guitar, Andy Voelkel, trombone, and Bob Tolson and Bryan Young, trumpet. Karyn Quinn directs Jazz Ensemble II.

Coat drive to help area schools

The Multicultural Student Services Office PreCollege Programs is having a coat drive Wednesday, Oct. 29, at the Cartwright Center circle entrance. Donate winter gear of all sizes, such as coats, hats, mittens, scarves, snowsuits, and boots. The winter gear will be donated to La Crosse area elementary, middle school and high school students who attend UW-L's PreCollege Programs offered through the Multicultural Student Services Office.

Winter gear will also be accepted during regular business hours through Friday, Nov. 7, in the Multicultural Student Services Office, 243 Graff Main Hall. For more information, contact Kate Oganowski at Oganowsk.kath@uwlax.edu or Mai Choua Xiong at Xiong.mai5@students.uwlax or call the Multicultural Students Services Office at 785.8225.

Fall advising day for Spanish majors, minors set

The Spanish section of the modern languages department will hold its fall advising day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 29, in Port O' Call, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. General college advising and advising for Spanish majors and minors, study abroad advising by Spanish language faculty and Study Abroad Office staff, and peer advising from students who have studied abroad will be available. Several breakout sessions are scheduled throughout the day in various classrooms in Graff Main Hall, including information on:

  • Careers and domestic internships
  • International internships
  • Human Rights in Guatemala
  • Teacher education
  • The GATE (Global Awareness Through Experience) program in Mexico
  • A volunteer/service learning program in Peru
  • A new study program in Lima, Peru
  • A student-led presentation about UW-L's study program in Xalapa, Mexico
  • Cultural presentations by UW-L Amity interns from Spain, Colombia and Mexico

For a complete list of events and for more information, see www.uwlax.edu/ls/news/ or www.uwlax.edu/languages/.

Anne Tormela
Anne Tormela, founder and director of the Manhattan Lyric Opera, is bringing her show to campus Oct. 29.

New York City opera coming to UW-L

A mix of Broadway and opera will take the stage at UW-L. The Manhattan Lyric Opera, featuring Anne Tormela, will perform at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition.

The Manhattan Lyric Opera presents concert versions of classic operas and operettas, making them accessible to places which otherwise may not have the resources to offer the performances. New York Native Anne Tormela is the founder and director of the opera. The troupe will perform “Die Fledermaus,” a comic tale of love and revenge.

The performance is part of UW-L Campus Activities Board series. Tickets are $4 for UW-L students, $8 for UW-L employees, and $10 for others. For tickets or more information, contact the Cartwright Center Information Counter at 785.8898 or visit www.uwlax.edu/cab.

If you go—
Who: Manhattan Lyric Opera
What: “Die Fledermaus,” a comic tale of love and revenge
When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29
Where: Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition
Admission: $4 for UW-L students, $8 for UW-L employees, and $10 for others.

UW-L assistant professor to speak on Hmong religion at UW-Madison campus

Assistant Professor Vincent Her, ethnic and racial studies, will present “Hmong Religion: The Role of Ritual Knowledge in Bridging the Past and Present” from 2-3:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31, in 206 Ingraham Hall. The talk is free and open to the public and is one in The Asian American Studies Program 2008-09 Speakers Series. The series provides a platform for scholars, community leaders, and artists from, and working with the Hmong community to share their work with the UW-Madison campus and the Madison Hmong community.

'Haunted Reception' is Nov. 1

The campus community is invited to attend White Residence Hall's "Haunted Reception" from 8-11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. The party includes food, games and wedding traditions and is sponsored by the National Residence Hall Honorary and the Residence Hall Association Council. The "wedding" will be posted on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watchv?=77PFUFHMb10.

Apply now for new student radio station positions

The UW-L Broadcast Club is accepting applications for management and air shift positions with the radio station. This is an opportunity for students with an interest in radio to be involved in the ground floor organization of the new student radio station on campus.

Applications are available for the station management jobs of station manager, program director, promotions director and technical director. Applications are also available for air shifts and the Broadcast Club position of TV coordinator.

Interested students should request an application packet at broadcast@uwlax.edu or via Broadcast Club President Erik Martin at martin.erik@students.uwlax.edu. Applications will be accepted by e-mail until positions are filled.

The student radio station will initially broadcast on the university's public access channel (PEG channel) on Charter Communication. The goal of the Broadcast Club is to move the channel to Internet broadcasting soon.

For more information, contact the club's faculty adviser, Communication Studies Professor Rick Rodrick in 202 Wing Technology Center or at 785.6703 or rodrick.rich@uwlax.edu.

Applications sought for UW System Board of Regents Diversity Award

Nominations for the 2009 UW System Board of Regents Diversity Award are due by Friday, Nov. 7. The award salutes change agents who have provided access and educational success for under-represented groups at UW-L. One award will be given to each of the three categories; individual, team and institution/unit. Winners in each category will receive up to $5,000 and will be recognized at the UW Board of Regents meeting Friday, March 6, 2009. These funds may be used for professional development or continuation of the program.

To submit a preliminary nomination, include the name of the individual, team or unit, and a brief rationale of the reason for nomination. Once selected, applicants will complete all documents necessary for submission. For more more detailed information on the criteria, nomination materials and the selection process and guidelines, go to http://www.cals.wisc.edu/ecals/2008/09/24/submit-nominations-for-the-2009-uw-system-diversity-award-by-nov-21/.

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Centennial Campaign update
Campus group nearing goal to name courtyard

Dan Sutherland
Daniel Sutherland
1952-2006

His nickname was "Gut Pile." It was a name he picked up from his infamous "road kill" lab sessions. As a professor of parasitology, the study of parasitic organisms, Daniel Sutherland often brought "road kill" into class for his lab sessions.

"When walking by his classroom door, I often wondered how the students got through it," says biology Professor Peg Maher.

But they did. Sutherland helped them discover that what you find in a dead skunk can be incredibly interesting, explains Roger Haro, biology.

He also taught students, by example, that working hard can be fun, says Maher.

Sutherland joined UW-L's biology department in 1994 and quickly found his niche. Along with teaching, Sutherland developed a new required course in organismal biology, took students on forays into the marsh, mentored junior faculty members and stood his ground on issues that mattered to him. Haro saw him as a role model for students and science faculty alike.

"Dan was engaged at all levels. He was an incredible scholar who cared about his students," he says. "He was very productive and his work is cited in some extremely fine journals. We joke that, even in his death, Dan is published in better journals than the rest of us."

At 54, in May 2006, Sutherland died of a stroke.

"A teacher affects eternity he can never tell, where his influence stops."
— Henry Brooks Adams.

In his honor, friends and colleagues Haro, Maher and Jim Wiener, River Studies, are spearheading an effort to raise $75,000 to have the courtyard in UW-L's new academic building, "Centennial Hall," named "The Daniel R. Sutherland Memorial Courtyard."

They chose the courtyard because Sutherland was a field biologist who often worked outdoors. It is the place they feel best reflects his love for the outdoors.

Haro and Maher chose to donate to the campaign mostly to honor Sutherland, they say, but also because they see investing in the academic building as good for campus and beneficial for everyone. "This is my dream job," Haro says. "UW-L is part of my life. We have a lot to be proud of."

The total raised in gifts and pledges for the Sutherland Courtyard is $65,500. Those who have designated their gift to this naming opportunity include:

  • Keith Beyer, chemistry
  • Bonita Bratina, microbiology
  • A. Glenn Brice, biology
  • Scott, biology, and Amy Cooper, College of Science and Health
  • Faye Ellis, biology
  • Sandra, chemistry, and Kurt Grunwald, biology
  • Roger, biology, and Lisa Haro
  • David Howard, biology
  • Rebecca LeDocq, mathematics
  • Margaret (Peg) Maher, biology, and Larry Robinson, biology and the USGS
  • Alumna Pauline May, 2005
  • Jennifer, biology, and Thomas J. Miskowski II
  • Aaron Monte, chemistry
  • Faculty Emeritus Ronald and Jane Rada
  • Mark, biology, and Mary Jo Sandheinrich
  • William, microbiology, and LeeAnne Schwan
  • Diane Sewell, microbiology
  • Shirley Shufelt, biology
  • Alumnus Aaron Stelpflug, 2004
  • Robin, biology, and Kathie Tyser
  • Thomas Volk, biology
  • James, River Studies, and Gloria Wiener, Career Services
  • Alumna Melanie Winter, 2004

To find out more about donating to the courtyard naming opportunity, contact Haro at 785.6970 or haro.roge@uwlax.edu or Maher at 785.6967 or maher.marg@uwlax.edu.

To find out more about the campaign, go to www.uwlax.edu/campaign/. Learn more about other naming opportunities at www.uwlax.edu/campaign/pdf/namingopportunities.pdf.

Murphy LIbrary

Leisure resources

The library’s leisure reading and multimedia collections continue to grow and be used. Examples of highest circulating items during the past year include:

Books:

  • "Choke: A Novel" by Chuck Palahniuk
  • "A Million Little Pieces" by James Frey
  • "No Country for Old Men" by Cormac McCarthy
  • "Sex and the City" by Candace Bushnell
  • "Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Promote Peace — One School at a Time," by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin
  • "Time Traveler's Wife: A Novel" by Audrey Niffenegger
  • "Digital Fortress" by Dan Brown
  • "I am America (And So Can You!)" by Stephen Colbert

Movies:

  • "Adventures of Indiana Jones"
  • "MythBusters" season one
  • "Godfather" DVD collection
  • "Murderball"
  • "Monty Python's Flying Circus"
  • "Jazz" (Ken Burns)
  • "Hotel Rwanda"
  • "Star Wars" trilogy
  • "Citizen Kane"

Find these items in the second floor Leisure Reading Collection or in the Multimedia Collection on the second floor in the Alice Hagar Curriculum Center. Find newer leisure resources in the first floor New Books area. These collections can also be searched separately in the library catalog by using the Quick Limits feature.

Getting information into the Eagle Connection

The Eagle Connection is published Wednesdays when classes are in session. To submit information for inclusion in the Eagle Connection, e-mail it to connectx@uwlax.edu. The deadline for the Eagle Connection is noon Mondays preceding the Wednesday edition. Students interested in writing articles or shooting photos for the Connection should contact Editor Sue Lee at lee.sue@uwlax.edu or 785.8497.

To view the Eagle Connection online, see: www.uwlax.edu/universityrelations/eagleconnection/

Or go to the Eagle Connection from UW-L's home page. Click on "More News" at the bottom of the page, then click on the Eagle Connection link on the Campus News Resources page.

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