Eagle Connection - Feb. 11-17, 2009

Three women in pink with sign Six seniors in pink basketball uniforms

Students Amy Kempen, left, and Beth Richmond, right, cheer on their friend, center, No. 12, Amanda Waldvogel, at the Feb. 7 women's basketball game against UW-Oshkosh. The Eagles won 68 to 38.

Eagles Coach Lois Heeren surprised the women's basketball team after their Feb. 6 practice with pink uniforms to wear for the “Pink Zone” game, designed by the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association to raise breast cancer awareness at games across the nation. Seniors on the team include, from left, No. 12 Amanda Waldvogel, No. 30 Mackenzie Hunter, No. 55 Lindsay Wahl, No. 43 Sam Aspenson, No. 51 Mandy Punzel and No. 13 Anna Halat. For the team's complete roster, see www.uwlax.edu/athletics/wbasketball/roster/. Photos by Paul Currier, Educational Technologies.

UW-L picks up ninth conference win and cash to fight breast cancer

Along with an Eagles women's basketball victory of 68-38 over UW-Oshkosh Saturday at the Women's Basketball Coaches Association Pink Zone game, UW-L raised $138 for the Norma J. Vinger Center for Breast Care at Gundersen Lutheran.

In 2008, over 1,100 teams and organizations participated in WBCA Pink Zone week and raised over $930,000 for breast cancer awareness and research, says Eagles Coach Lois Heeren. "As women basketball coaches, we share not only a profession, but a community, and it is important to pull together and support such causes as this," she notes. "I appreciate all the support, assistance and donations we received with our Pink Zone Night. It was exciting and fun to see the 'sea of Pink' on the court and in the stands."

This year's total dollar amount raised at WBCA Pink Zone events will be available following the WBCA Pink Zone week Feb. 13-22. Visit www.wbca.org/pinkzone.asp.

It is the Eagles' 12th win in the last 14 games as they improve to 17-5 overall and 9-4 in the WIAC. UW-L, which recorded its sixth straight win over UW-Oshkosh, has won eight of its last nine games. The Eagles are in fourth place in the WIAC and have three regular-season games remaining, all on the road, including the season finale at first-place Stevens Point. UW-L returns to action 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, at UW-River Falls.

To find out more, see http://www.uwlax.edu/athletics/wbasketball/.

See also, the La Crosse Tribune Feb. 8 article "UW-L women ride fast start, strong finish to victory" at www.lacrossetribune.com/articles/2009/02/08/sports/01uwlwomen.txt

Students with Chancellor Joe Gow and check

Students in a J-Term study tour to Tanzania raised funds through the UW-L Foundation for various service projects, including the Tanzania Albino Society. Pictured above are participating students and faculty with Chancellor Joe Gow holding a $100 check from the group. Front, from left, Katie Schumacher; Katie Jo Scholl; Donna Anderson, economics; Patricia Gantz. Back, from left, Ricky Swatek; Jack Temple; Sheri Ross, philosophy; Chancellor Joe Gow; Kelli Irish; Heather Burgus; Krystle Koelker and Lindsey Polzin. Not pictured: Mariah Conway, Shaheen Gutierrez, Kathryn Magnuson, Sheila Oberreuter, Matt Quade, Stephanie Rohr and Leah Walker.

Tanzania study tour includes humanitarian efforts

Students and staff who participated in a J-Term study tour to Tanzania met with Chancellor Joe Gow Feb. 9 to share stories and photos about their experiences and to be photographed with a $100 check the group donated to the Tanzania Albino Society.

One focus of the trip led by Donna Anderson, economics; and Sheryl Ross, philosophy; was humanitarian and included a visit with the former U.S. Ambassador to Tanzania Mark Green. Green had given the Tanzania Albino Society the Martin Luther King Peace of Justice Award for protecting albinos. Killing of albinos within the East African region has largely been associated with witchcraft.

The group also had a service learning project at a school, took a safari and toured Tanzania. To learn more about the trip, visit www.uwljan09.blogspot.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Students in Vietnam

UW-L's J-Term Vietnam study tour participants enjoyed spending time in the northern mountains in Sapa, Vietnam. Front, from left, Krysten Kirsch, Britne Salm, Callie Frieler, Danielle Sesko, Alex Brown and Megan Buhrandt. Back, from left, Jenna Barrett; Kaye Schendel, University Centers; Libby McCoy; Ryan Hemmesch, International Education; Sarah Burch; Karolyn Bald, Career Services; Tom Jubert and Meagan Blank.

Vietnam study tour includes interaction with Vietnamese university students

Eleven students from different disciplines participated in a J-Term Vietnam study tour. The group traveled to Hong Kong, China; to Sapa, Vietnam; to Hanoi, Vietnam; and to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. One of the group's highlights included a few days in the northern mountains in Sapa near the Chinese border. The group explored different ethnic cultures and the mountainous area. "Though it was only 40 degrees during the day and we had no heat in our rooms at night, we somehow stayed focused on the adventures ahead of us," says Carolyn Bald.

They visited three universities, including the City University in Hong Kong, Hanoi National University of Education in Hanoi, Vietnam; and the University of Economics in Ho Chi Minh City; Vietnam. Students met and interacted with other university students, learning about their expectations and lives.

To learn more about the Vietnam study tour and other volunteer opportunities, visit www.uwlax.edu/uc/involvement/.

 

Al Trapp in Madison

Madison reception popular among alumni, friends

More than 80 alumni and friends of the university attended an evening reception in Madison Feb. 4. Acting President of the UW-L Foundation Al Trapp, right, welcomed guests, along with, from left, state legislators Rep. Mike Huebsch, honorary alum; Rep. Jennifer (Ehlenfeldt) Shilling, ’92; and Sen. Dan Kapanke, ’75 & ’87.

The reception honors alumni and friends involved in Wisconsin government and recognizes the university’s role in political science and public administration. Chancellor Joe Gow, other campus administrators and faculty from the political science/public administration department also attended the 19th annual event, which was sponsored by the UW-L Foundation and UW-L Alumni Association. Photo by Brad Quarberg, University Relations.

UW-L Centennial Web page header

Save the dates for Centennial Gala event weekend

Mark Oct. 23–25 on your calendar

UW-L is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year with a variety of events throughout the year, as well as a variety of special activities at the Family, Friends and Alumni Weekend Friday through Sunday, Oct. 23-25. UW-L will play its first homecoming football game at the new Roger Harring Stadium at Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex Saturday, Oct. 24. Festivities culminate with a Gala Centennial Celebration at the La Crosse Center.

For history facts; stories from alumni, faculty, staff and students; images and more; visit the Centennial Web site at www.uwlax.edu/100years/ often.

Corey Sorenson
Alumnus Corey Sorenson, '03, will act in "Numb3rs" to air Friday night.

UW-L alumnus Corey Sorenson actor in Friday's TV episode of 'Numb3rs'

Alumnus Corey Sorenson, '03, is a name those who've attended theatre productions at UW-L and in the La Crosse area are familiar with. Sorenson graduated from UW-L in 2003 with aspirations to make it in the acting world.

Sorenson can add a performance as Greg Silver in Friday's TV episode of "Numb3rs" to his portfolio. The show airs at 9 p.m. Feb. 13 on WKBT-TV.

Sorenson, who resides in Los Angeles, has also had roles in "Law and Order: SVU," "Greek" and in "Rescue Me."

At UW-L, he performed in "Oedipus Rex" in 2001, "A Christmas Carol" in 2002 and in "The Trip to Bountiful" in 2003. Find out more about Sorenson's UW-L experience at "Testimonies from Alumni & Current Students," www.uwlax.edu/Theatre/testimonies.html.

See also, the Feb. 8 La Crosse Tribune article "UW-L graduate Corey Sorenson plays a villain in CBS drama," www.lacrossetribune.com/articles/2009/02/08/etc/01etcetera.txt.

Campus 'green' initiatives in the works

Chancellor's Energy Challenge underway

Students in UW-L residence halls are in a month-long competition to reduce electrical consumption. Readings will be taken weekly through Sunday, March 8, and converted to consumption per resident in the Chancellor’s Energy Challenge. Results will be posted at www.uwlax.edu/sustainability.  Students in the winning residence hall will be awarded with a ceremonial tree planted near their hall with a plaque indicating they are the winners of the 2009 Chancellor’s Energy Challenge. Individuals from any hall who submit a pledge at the sustainability Web site can win prizes throughout the competition. Winners will be drawn randomly from the pool of pledges.

Proposals for 'green' projects requested

Do you have a "green" project for campus to tackle? Submit your proposal with a Green Fund proposal. Go to www.uwlax.edu/sustainability and follow the Green Fund link.  Applications are due by Monday, Feb. 16, for review by the Joint Committee on Environmental Sustainability. The committee's recommendations will be forwarded to the Apportionment Committee. The Student Senate will make final approvals.

UW-L embraces 'Recyclemania'

Recyclemania, a national competition among universities, has kicked off at UW-L. See how well UW-L's recycling efforts stack up against other universities in Wisconsin, including several UW schools, and nationally at www.recyclemania.com. Help UW-L by recycling paper, aluminum and plastics in designated campus areas. Visit www.uwlax.edu/facmgmt/recycling.htm for a complete list of what's recycled.

For more information, contact UW-L Student Association Environmental Sustainability Director Matt Groshek at groshek.matt@students.uwlax.edu or UW-L Student Association Public Relations Director Griffin Moe at moe.grif@students.uwlax.edu.

Early registration deadline for Coulee Chase fun run/walk is Feb. 13

The first early registration deadline for the Coulee Chase fun run/walk, formerly known as the Spring Thaw, is Friday, Feb. 13. The second early registration deadline is Friday, Feb. 20. The 5K fun run/3K family and dog walk, set for Saturday, March 28, at Mitchell Hall, is held by UW-L Athletic Training Association in collaboration with the Coulee Region Humane Society. To find out more, visit www.uwlax.edu/AthleticTraining/Coulee_Chase/Index.html.

Hearts

Order a singing valentine card today

Quartets from UW-L's Concert Choir will deliver a Singing Valentine Card to your valentine between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. through Saturday, Feb. 14, anywhere in the La Crosse area. Cards are limited. To order, call 785.8409. A $20 fee includes the singing card, a Valentine's card and a candy bag. Proceeds support the Concert Choir's performance tour to Ireland in May.

Alcohol and sexual assault topic of lunchbox/soap box discussion

Join UW-L Community Health Specialist Matt Vogel and Violence Prevention Specialist Ingrid Peterson for "Alcohol and Sexual Assault. What's the Connection?" at a Lunchbox/Soap Box discussion at noon Wednesday, Feb. 11, in 259 Cartwright Center.

Mural with Jennifer Terpstra and artists

Students in Jennifer Terpstra's, left, Advanced Painting course last semester created a new mural for the Cowley Hall Greenhouse. Artists include Devon Browning, center, and Allison Mader. Artists not pictured include Tiffany Pedersen, Renee Cannistra, Nancy Maring and Anna Rodriguez.

Biology department hosts Cowley Hall Greenhouse mural reception

The biology department is hosting a reception with refreshments for the new Cowley Hall Greenhouse mural from 4-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, in 401 Cowley Hall.

The mural was created by students in Jennifer Terpstra's Advanced Painting course last semester. Tiffany Pedersen designed the mural, assisted by painters Devon Browning, Renee Cannistra, Allison Mader, Nancy Maring and Anna Rodriguez.

Students used greenhouse plants to design a series of abstract botanical forms, which were arranged in panels shaped to echo the distinctive architecture of the greenhouse windows.

 

 

 

Palascak
Comedian Michael Palascak performs on campus Thursday, Feb. 12.

Comedian Michael Palascak to perform

HBO comedy festival winner Michael Palascak will perform at UW-L. Palascak takes the stage at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, in the Cellar, Cartwright Center.

The Second City in Chicago-trained comedian has performed worldwide. Palascak draws from personal experiences living at home with his parents, college life and visits to the local Dunkin Donuts to make simple humor entertaining. He won HBO’s “The Comedy Festival’s Lucky 21” and made his TV debut in June 2008 with Comedy Central’s “Live at Gotham.”

Admission is free as part of the Campus Activities Board’s Cellar Thursday series. For more information, contact the Cartwright Center Information Counter at 785.8898 or visit www.uwlax.edu/cab.

If you go—
Who: Comedian Michael Palascak
When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12
Where: Cellar, Cartwright Center
Admission: Free
Eddie Moore, Jr.
Eddie Moore, Jr.

Diversity consultant to give presentations at UW-L

A leader on diversity and cultural competency issues will give two presentations on campus Monday, Feb. 16.

Eddie Moore, Jr., who founded America & MOORE Research and Consulting that specializes in diversity consulting for schools, colleges and city governments, will lead the presentations. Moore is also the founder of the National White Privilege Conference.

His first presentation, “The Lessons of Diversity: Personal and Institutional Assessment and Action,” runs from 8:30–10:30 a.m. in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. The interactive session will examine and explore issues related to diversity, privilege, oppression and leadership across America, especially in education. The presentation will challenge participants to examine their own behaviors and belief systems, as well as inform them how to take action against hatred, bigotry, privilege and oppression. The workshop is geared toward administrators, faculty, staff and community members.

Moore presents “White Privilege 101: Getting in on the Conversations” from 7–8:30 p.m. in 260 Graff Main Hall Auditorium. Using the White Privilege Conference as a model, the interactive session examines and explores the topic of white privilege and oppression, as well as the idea that those promoting diversity must “get in on the conversations.” Participants will gain a better understanding of how privilege and oppression associated with race can have positive and negative impact on others, individually and institutionally.

Both presentations are free and open to the public. For more information, contact Thomas Harris, UW-L Multicultural Student Services Office, at 785.8225. For more information about Moore visit www.eddiemoorejr.com.

Wisconsin National Guard Deployment Ceremony showing set for Feb. 17

The Wisconsin National Guard Deployment Ceremony is set for noon, Tuesday, Feb. 17, at the Kohl Center in Madison. UW-L's Academic Staff Council is hosting a televised showing at noon that day in 337 Cartwright Center. The send-off ceremony is for members of Wisconsin's 32nd Brigade Combat Team and six other units deploying to Iraq.

Needle felting featured in UW-L course

If you go—
What: “Needle Felting” 
When: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 17 and 24
Where: Morris Hall
Admission: Registration is $40. To register or for more information, contact Continuing Education at 785.6500.

UW-L's Continuing Education in the Arts will hold a non-credit class detailing the process of taking raw dyed wool and creating paintings or sculptures. “Needle Felting” runs from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 17 and 24, in Morris Hall.

While needle felting, artists use a barbed needle to take raw dyed wool to create paintings or sculptures. Felting has been around for the last 2,500 years but it wasn’t until the 1980s that needle felting was used as an art form.

The class is offered by Continuing Education in the Arts. Registration is $40. Pre-registration is required; space is limited. To register or for more information, contact Continuing Education at 785.6500 or www.uwlax.edu/conted.

Equestrian get-together is Feb. 18

Equestrians are invited to a get-together for coffee and conversation at 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 18, in Cartwright Center near the Cyber Café. For more information, contact Beth Cherne at 785.8521 or cherne.beth@uwlax.edu or Karen Terpstra at 785.8842 or terpstra.kare@uwlax.edu.

Shevy Smith
Musician Shevy Smith will perform on campus Feb. 19.

Musician Shevy Smith to perform at UW-L

Musician Shevy Smith will perform at UW-L. Smith takes the stage at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, in the Cellar in Cartwright Center.

Smith, who grew up on a farm in central Kansas, began her ventures into music at the age of 4 by way of classical music. Influenced by Tom Petty, Jackson Browne and Sheryl Crow, she transferred her musical talents into her guitar and lyrics, offering a country-rock fare. Smith is on tour supporting her second album release, “September Songs.”

Admission is free as part of the Campus Activities Board’s Cellar Thursday series. For more information, contact the Cartwright Center Information Counter at 785.8898 or visit www.uwlax.edu/cab.

If you go—
Who: Shevy Smith
What: Concert
When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19
Where: Cellar, Cartwright Center
Admission: Free
Gaelic Storm
The Irish band Gaelic Storm performs at UW-L Friday, Feb. 20.

Gaelic Storm to perform at UW-L

Popular Irish band takes the stage Feb. 20

The popular Irish band Gaelic Storm is coming to campus. The five-member group performs at 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition.

It's been more than a decade since Gaelic Storm's career took off with an appearance in the blockbuster film "Titanic." Since its big-screen debut, the band's fan base has grown with each new album, turning the one-time-pub-band into a premier touring act in Celtic music.

If you go
Who: Gaelic Storm
What: Concert
When: 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20
Where: Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition.
Admission: Advance tickets $15 for students, $20 for others. Day of the show $20 for students, $25 for others. For tickets call the Cartwright Center Ticket Information Counter at 785.8898.

Advance tickets are $15 for students and $20 for others. Tickets the day of the show are $20 for students and $25 for others. The concert is a fundraiser for the UW-L Concert Choir which plans to tour Ireland in May.

For advance tickets or more information, contact the Cartwright Center Ticket Information Counter at 785.8898.

 

 

Vanguards in parade
Vanguards Katie Mikez, left, and Adam Ludwig marched in the 2008 Oktoberfest Parade. Vanguards give campus tours, serve on Campus Close-up Panels and act as public relations professionals for UW-L.

Campus tour guide applications being accepted

The Admissions Office is accepting applications for Vanguards for the 2009-10 academic year.  Vanguard, a volunteer student public relations organization, represents UW-L's student body during campus tours, Campus Close-Up programs, college fairs, high school visits and freshmen registration. 

Students who are outgoing, friendly and possess excellent communication skills are encouraged to apply. The Admissions Office seeks a mix of students representing all facets of the university.

Applications are available in the Admissions Office, 115 Graff Main Hall, and are due 4:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23. For more information about Vanguard, contact Vanguard Adviser Joshua Rybaski at 785.8939 or rybaski.josh@uwlax.edu.

Art of beading featured in UW-L course

If you go—
What: “The Ancient Art of Beading”
When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28
Where: Morris Hall
Admission: Registration is $50. To register or for more information, contact Continuing Education at 785.6500.

A UW-L class will teach the ancient art of beading. The non-credit class runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, in Morris Hall.

“The Ancient Art of Beading” will cover understanding design elements such as color, the use of crimp beads, knotting between beads, applying bead tips, attaching cord crimps, tool usage and more. During the in-depth class, participants will design unique, fashionable necklaces and earrings through the application of complex methods of single and multi-strand beading.

Beginning students are welcome. As a follow up to the class, “The Versatile Art of Polymer Clay” will run from 4-8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, March 26-27.

The class is offered by Continuing Education in the Arts. Registration is $50. Pre-registration is required; space is limited. To register or for more information, contact Continuing Education at 785.6500 or www.uwlax.edu/conted.

Veterans' green enrollment verification forms due

Veterans claiming Federal Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) benefits must file the green enrollment verification form at the start of every semester, term or course. The form is available in 117 Graff Main Hall. Failure to file the green form as required will result in non-payment of federal education benefits.

Veterans filing for VetEd, must file a pre-application form within 180 days of the start of the semester, term or course. Forms are available at www.dva.state.wi.us and in 117 Graff Main Hall.

No pre-application form is necessary for veterans filing for the National Guard Tuition Grant.

Wisconsin residents who joined the military from Wisconsin, then returned to Wisconsin, may be eligible for the Wisconsin GI Bill 100 Percent Tuition Waiver program. Application forms are available in 117 Graff Main Hall or on the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs Web site www.dva.state.wi.us.

For more information, contact the Veterans Affairs Benefits Coordinator Sharyn Lehrke in Graff Main Hall.

Mary Poppins

Room still available for Chicago theatre, art trip

Space is still available on an overnight trip to Chicago that features a production of “Mary Poppins” and a stop at the Chicago Art Museum. UW-L Continuing Education in the Arts is coordinating the trip Saturday and Sunday, April 18-19.

La Crosse artist Carole Edland will guide the motor coach tour taking travelers to downtown Chicago by early Saturday afternoon. Time for shopping is planned before the evening theatre performance. Sunday a stop at the Chicago Art Institute to see the feature exhibit, “Edvard Munch: Influence, Anxiety, and Myth” is planned.

The cost is $339 per person for double occupancy. For more information or to register, or visit www.uwlax.edu/Conted/tours/chicagoarttheatertour.html or call 785.6500.

Military leadership course has openings for students

Learn and apply principles of effective leadership in MS102 Basic Military Leadership course. The one-credit course introduces the use of topographic maps, fitness doctrine, effective writing and operational planning. Enrollment in the one-hour course incurs no military commitment. To find out more, visit www.uwlax.edu/rotc/index.html.

Academic Advising Corner

Word has it!

by Academic Specialist Charlene Holler, Counseling and Testing Center

The answers to last week’s word challenge are:

  • a/an/van/vane/raven
  • m/me/met/time/merit
  • i/it/sit/this/hoist

This week’s word play has an animal theme. I will give you two words that can be paired with the name of an animal. The animal’s name can either precede or follow the word clues. For example: for the clue words wash and wild you would say “hog” (for hogwash and hog wild).

  • pad and trap ... ____
  • business and suit ... ____
  • race and fink ... ____
  • paddle and days ... ____
  • punch and ears ... ____
  • burglar and call ... ____
  • trot and glove ... ____
Kudos

UW-L's radiation therapy program 2008 graduates earned the second highest national board exam scores of all the 92 programs in the U.S.

In the news

Local

"Kicking butts off campus: Area colleges tackle smoke-free options," La Crosse Tribune, Feb. 8. UW-L debated going smoke-free a few years ago, but the effort faded after two strong advocates of the policy left campus, said Carmen Wilson, special assistant to the UW-L chancellor. All UW-L buildings already have at least one entrance where smoking within 20 feet is prohibited, she said ... Full story: http://www.lacrossetribune.com/articles/2009/02/07/news/05smoking.txt.

State

"Aid letter triggers warning," Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Feb. 8. Parents of Wisconsin college students have been receiving official-looking letters urging them to pay $49 to apply for financial aid, but the mailings are actually from a private business that charges money for information available online for free. Full story: www.jsonline.com/news/education/39295682.html.

National

"Trimmed bill still offers vast sums for education," New York Times, Feb. 9. The economic stimulus bill that is expected to win passage in the Senate on Tuesday would provide about $83 billion for child care, public schools and universities. That is a lot less than the $150 billion voted by the House, but would still account for a vast increase in the federal share of the nation’s education spending. Full story: www.nytimes.com/2009/02/10/education/10educ.html?_r=1&ref=education.

Oral defense

Holly Stangel, Ed.S. school psychology degree candidate, "The Efficacy of Skillstreaming on Elementary-Aged Children with Specific Learning Disabilities," 8:30-10:30 a.m., Friday, Feb. 13, 327 Graff Main Hall. Adviser: Betty DeBoer, psychology.

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Wanted

Renters for the 2009-10 school year. Five-bedroom, one bath, full kitchen and big living room. Behind Subway on West Avenue. $1,200 or $240/person plus $20 for utilities. Contact ormsby.aman@students.uwlax.edu.

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