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UW-L Physics Department is No. 2 in the nation for granting degrees UW-L is ranked No. 2 in the nation for the number of physics degrees it awards annually among bachelor’s degree granting programs. Read more »

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5 things to know about UW-L’s PA program National Physician Assistant week, Oct. 6-12, is a time to celebrate America’s more than 100,000 clinically practicing Physician Assistants. Read more »	Students to vote on new field house Oct. 14 On Tuesday, Oct. 14, UW-L students will vote whether they want to increase their student fees to help pay for a new student fieldhouse. Students will receive an email directing them to the online referendum. Read more »
UW-L art prof’s work stays popular Unique photographs by Associate Professor of Art Linda Levinson are still getting exposure two years after they were taken. Read more »	UW-L’s Murphy Library to celebrate teen literature A La Crosse teen librarian will discuss the revival of teen literature during a presentation at UW-L’s Murphy Library. Read more »
Indigenous Peoples’ Day speaker presents ‘Decolonizing the Rape Law’ Oct. 13 A professor at the William Mitchell College of Law who advocates for victims of domestic abuse will give a keynote address as part of an Indigenous Peoples’ Day event at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13. The event has been moved from UW-L’s Cameron Hall of Nations, Centennial Hall, to Graff Main Hall Auditorium (260 Graff Main Hall). Admission is free. Read more »	Who was here first? Exploring the peopling of the Americas The story of how people first entered the Americas remains partly a mystery. Jessi Halligan, assistant professor of UW-L Sociology/Archaeology, will present archaeological data that has challenged original theories of the peopling of the Americas and will discuss why scientists still do not know exactly what happened even after a century of research. Read more »
Dance troupe to entertain at UW-La Crosse African American dance troupe Step Afrika will perform at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. Read more »	Magician to entertain at UW-La Crosse Magician and Comedian Joseph Tran will perform at UW-L at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. Read more »
Activist to explore gender identity at UW-L presentation Robyn Ochs, a gender identity and sexual orientation activist, will speak at UW-L. The talk will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, in 337 Cartwright Center.   Read more »	Historians seek downtown La Crosse stories UW-L historians are calling for stories about downtown La Crosse’s past and present through “Hear, Here,” an innovative project that expands the way to look at history.  Read more »

 

'Is the expansion of the universe accelerating?' was topic of Nobel Prize winner's public lecture

[caption id="attachment_36700" align="alignnone" width="770"] Nobel Laureate Adam Riess quoted Sheldon Cooper of "The Big Bang Theory" to emphasize how nebulous the study of physics sometimes seems. "Look at these men," said Sheldon in one episode. "They've managed to win the top science prize in the world with no more understanding of the quantum underpinnings of the expansion of the early universe than God gave a goose." See more photos of the public lecture at http://goo.gl/2I3CzD.[/caption]

'Know Your Credit Score' talk to be held Oct. 7

Do you know you know your credit score? Building a positive credit score is important and there are many ways to do this.

Prep for Success set for Oct. 7

Learn from a panel of area employers about the job search, interviewing and what to expect in a professional position at Prep for Success. The free event will be held from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, in 1400 Centennial Hall. Panelists will include:

• Wade Krogwald, Direct Supply
• Jessica Subach, Courtesy Corp.
• Joe Pometto, Modern Woodmen of America
• Paige Conforti, Inland Label
• Eric Fynbo, Target

Career Services advisers will be available for questions before and after the event. Refreshments will be provided. Dress professionally. The event is co-sponsored by UW-L Career Services and Delta Sigma Pi.

Presentation on ‘Tackling Repression in Tibet Today’ is Oct. 7

Students for a Free Tibet Executive Director Tenzin Dolkar will present “Tackling Repression in Tibet Today: Taking Action to Secure Tibetan Freedom” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, in Cameron Hall of Nations, Centennial Hall. Admission is free. Dolkar will talk about the unprecedented wave of self-immolations taking place in Tibet and the Chinese government’s attempt to erode political support for Tibet and the Dalai Lama internationally. She will provide insight into how the Tibetan resistance is evolving and how ordinary people on the outside can take action and stand up for Tibet. The talk is sponsored by UW-L’s Students for a Free Tibet and the Office of Multicultural Student Services. If you go — Who: Students for a Free Tibet Executive Director Tenzin Dolkar What: Presentation “Tackling Repression in Tibet Today” Where: Cameron Hall of Nations, Centennial Hall When: Tuesday, Oct. 7 Admission: Free

Urban agriculture is topic of Oct. 8 talk

[caption id="attachment_36716" align="alignright" width="224"] Gretchen Mead of The Victory Garden Initiative in Milwaukee will speak at UW-L Wednesday, Oct. 8.[/caption]

Gretchen Mead of The Victory Garden Initiative in Milwaukee will speak at UW-L at 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 8, in 1400 Centennial Hall.

Fall Career Fair is Oct. 8

Connect with prospective employers at the Fall Career Fair from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, in Valhalla and Port O’ Call, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. The Career Fair is free and open to students of all academic levels. Explore careers and part-time employment as well as internship opportunities and full-time employment. More than 70 employers will be represented. Tips for the event:

• Dress professionally
• Prioritize list of employers
• Bring resumes if you want to seek an internship or full-time employment
• Greet employers with a smile and a firm handshake
• Be ready with questions
• Ask for a business card
• Follow up

For a list of participants and additional information on how to prepare for the fair, visit the Career Services website at www.uwlax.edu/CareerServices. A photographer will be available to take LinkedIn photos 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in Port O’ Call, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition.

Faculty-led study abroad info sessions to be held for faculty

UW-L faculty are invited to attend a session to learn about the process of proposing a faculty-led study abroad experience. The session will cover topics ranging from idea conception, submitting a proposal for approval, and helpful tricks of the trade from faculty who have led trips. Those interested should attend one of the following sessions in 1401 Centennial Hall:

• Wednesday Oct. 8, noon-1 p.m.
• Tuesday Oct. 14, 3:30-4:30 p.m. 

For more information contact Susan Pham at spham@uwlax.edu.

'Study Abroad Without Breaking the Bank' is topic of Oct. 8 session

Learn how to save, budget and find funds to make studying abroad affordable. UW-L's It Make$ Cents! money management team will present "Study Abroad Without Breaking the Bank" from 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, in 2101 Centennial Hall. Find out more about UW-L's It Make$ Cents! Financial Literacy Program at http://uwlax.edu/it-makes-cents/.

Fall Study Abroad Fair to be held Oct. 9

Discover the countless study abroad opportunities UW-La Crosse has to offer, including programs for a semester or academic year, summer, J-term or spring break. Attend UW-L's Study Abroad Fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. Visit with UW-L exchange partners, providers, faculty who are leading study abroad programs, returned study abroad students and study abroad advisers. Find out more by contacting the Office of International Education at 608.785.8016 or studyabroad@uwlax.edu.

Chancellor Gow to perform with Screaming Eagles

Chancellor Joe Gow will perform with the UW-L Screaming Eagles Marching Band during this week’s home football game. The UW-L Eagles take on UW-Oshkosh at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11. Gow will be the featured guitar soloist at halftime during the band’s performance of Santana’s “She’s Not There.” With electronic equipment being used during the show, the performance is weather permitting.

David Bowie is featured at Oct. 10 Album Encounters; 'Aurora — The Story of the Northern Lights' is October Public Program

The next Album Encounters multimedia light and laser show will feature David Bowie "Ziggy Stardust" at  8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 10, in 20 Cowley Hall. Admission is $5. The Planetarium’s Public Program for October is "Aurora — The Story of the Northern Lights." The talk, followed by a multimedia audiovisual presentation, will be at 1 p.m. Saturdays, Oct. 11, 18 and 25. Admission is $3 for students, seniors and children, and $5 for others. For more, contact Bob Allen at allen.robe@uwlax.edu or 608.785.8669. See more about the Planetarium at www.uwlax.edu/planetarium.  

Family Weekend events to be held Oct. 17-19; online registration closes Oct. 10

A Family Fun 5K Run and Walk and a 10K Run with the Chancellor. A campus block party and pre-football game festivities. Football: UW-L vs. UW-Stout. A soccer match, UW-L vs. St. Thomas. A performance by Illusionist and Comedian Joseph Tran and a family weekend brunch. These are just some of the events scheduled for UW-L's Family Weekend Friday through Sunday, Oct. 17-19. Take advantage of discounted tickets and register for events in advance. Online registration will close Friday, Oct. 10. Visit uwlax.edu/family-weekend for more info or email parents@uwlax.edu.

Campus medallion hunt set

The Eagle Eye Medallion Hunt gets underway on campus Monday, Oct. 13. It’s an opportunity for students, employees and alumni to have fun and learn some university history as they search for the elusive medallion — and a chance to collect prizes valued at $450.

 

7 to be inducted into Wall of Fame

News and upcoming events

• Women’s Tennis will play the University of Dubuque, 3:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 10.
• Women’s Volleyball will host UW-Superior, 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 10. This special Dig Pink/Side Out game is to support breast cancer awareness through donations to the WIAC Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser event.
• Women’s Tennis will take on UW-Eau Claire, 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 11.
• Football will take on UW-Oshkosh, 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11. Tailgate starts at 10 a.m. UW-L faculty and staff will get $2 off tickets for UW-L Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day.
• Women’s Volleyball will play UW- Stevens Point, 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11. The first 100 fans will receive an Eagles Collector’s Cup.
• Women’s Soccer will compete against UW-Whitewater, 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11. Eagles “Play for a Cause” to spread awareness of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, often referred to as Lou Gehrig's Disease.
• Kids in sixth grade and under have a chance to get a free all-sport general admission to all of the home games along with other benefits with a purchase of an Eaglez Kidz Klub membership.
• Junior Eagles Boys Basketball Camp is open for registration. Camp starts Sunday, Oct. 12.
• Get football tickets here.

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Eaglez Kidz Klub | Group Outings | Get Involved | Maroon Platoon | Mascot | Tickets | Events & Promotions | L-Club | Donate Professor Emeritus Bruce Mouser, History, published a biography of William Thomas Scott of Cairo, Ill., "A Black Gambler’s World of Liquor, Vice and Presidential Politics" with the University of Wisconsin Press, September 2014. Scott ran for president of the United States in 1904. What’s Happening In Dining Services — By Registered Dietitian Katie Callahan Exercise and nutrition At the beginning of the school year, I conducted a survey among UW-L students to see what nutrition programming would be of greatest interest. A large majority of the responses related to exercise and nutrition. I hope this article answers a couple of the questions you may have about this popular topic. Oftentimes, many people think of exercise and nutrition and think of one word — protein. The role of protein in exercise is to aid with muscle growth and repair. There are a variety of approved (and non-approved) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) supplements on the market that range from protein powders, shakes and drinks. While these products can be convenient and full of good quality protein, numerous studies have found that most people, even athletes, can get all the protein they need from eating sources of lean protein such as meat, fish, chicken and dairy products. Also, whole food products are generally less expensive than supplements. What constitutes a good meal for a physically active individual? Research suggests that 20-25 grams of protein (a 3-ounce chicken breast) and about 20-25 grams of carbohydrates (one cup of chocolate milk) should be included at a meal. Carbohydrates are important to include in order to refill energy, or glycogen, stores. It is also important to have some fruits and vegetables included in the meal to reduce any possible inflammation in the body. Good snack choices pre-and post-exercise include some sort of protein along with some carbohydrates. Examples include an apple or banana with nut butter, fruit and cottage cheese, and a whole wheat pita with hummus. For specific exercise and nutrition questions, email kcallahan@uwlax.edu or stop by the dietitian office in Whitney Center. Note: Registered Dietitian Katie Callahan is available to do presentations nutrition-related topics.