UW-Green Bay, LOG Archive, Vol. 33 No. 54



Hammersmith is provost A death in the family Chancellor's hours cancelled this week Chancellor's May office hours Council on Diversity Familiar names on Council Weidner part of nationwide consortium Door County trip recap More on opera standout Marketplace Global Competition University Leadership Awards Program Good news on credits, graduation rates OPAR report Regents are near New Music, Hand Drumming concert Jazz concert 'Liar' was a true joy International Dinner Exhibit on 9-11 opens Plitzuweit will leave Phoenix McIver says 'thanks' on golf tourney Volleyball car wash Phoenix fans lose a special friend Heirloom plant sale reminder Raffle tickets at plant sale Ethics for social workers workshop Outreach nonprofit series Financial management workshop Brief	Vol. 33, No. 54 / May 6, 2002 The LOG Online e-mail news digest is distributed each week to faculty and staff of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Links are included to more detailed stories at the Marketing and University Communication Web site and to an archive of past issues. Ferris State's Hammersmith accepts provost position at UW-Green Bay Sue Hammersmith has been recommended for appointment as provost and vice chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, it was announced today. Chancellor Bruce Shepard confirmed that Hammersmith, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Ferris State University, accepted UW-Green Bay's offer. Full details are online at the news release archive at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002may.htm#hammersmith *** * * * * A death in the family News has been received of the death of Abe Shepard, the oldest son of Bruce Shepard. The Chancellor is canceling or rescheduling meetings this week in order to return to Oregon. The cause of death was not released; the memorial service is set for May 11 in Corvallis. Condolences may be expressed privately via cards sent to the Chancellor's residence at 3015 Bay View Drive, Green Bay, WI 54311. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will likely be established; details would be announced at a later date. * * * * * Chancellor's hours are cancelled this week Sharon Gutowski in the Chancellor's Office sends word that the open office hours previously scheduled for early Wednesday afternoon this week have been cancelled. * * * * * Three more sessions remain planned for May Upcoming Open Office Hours for the Chancellor for the rest of the spring semester are as follows: Tuesday, May 14, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Monday, May 20, noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, 9 to 11 a.m. (Note that the May 29 date has been changed from the previously announced schedule.) The concept for "Office Hours," a chance for members of the University community to take advantage of informal, walk-in sessions with the Chancellor, was described in a previous newsletter, archived at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/logarchive/logarchive33/2002mar11.htm#office * * * * * Council on Diversity appointed by Chancellor The 12-member Chancellor's Community Council on Diversity has been created as the formal link between UW-Green Bay and Northeastern Wisconsin's communities of color. In announcing the move last week, Chancellor Bruce Shepard said he sought out members with the experience and expertise needed to help UW-Green Bay achieve a more diverse University community. The idea is to enhance partnership opportunities to broaden the educational pipeline, raise student achievement and prepare more students of color for participation in higher education. A news release is online at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002may.htm#council * * * * * Swan, familiar names mark Council roster Chris Swan, president of the Swan Corp., has accepted appointment to serve as chair of the Chancellor's Community Council on Diversity. Swan has been involved in numerous community initiatives focusing on diversity issues. Others named to the group are Adela Carbo, Marchoe Dill, Vue Lor, Gary Lucas, Rose McKenzie, Thelma McLester, Virginia Nuske, Antonio (Tony) Saldana, Karl Thoj, Nhia Cha Yang, and Alex Zacarias. For more on these individuals and their background, follow the news release link (above). * * * * *** Tony loves 'Millie,' and Weidner loves them both The new musical "Thoroughly Modern Millie" led the way with a total of 11 Tony Award nominations announced today in New York City. It's one of four finalists for best musical. That's tremendous news for the show's local investors including the Weidner Center, which is part of a nationwide presenters' consortium that hopes Broadway success will mean critical and financial success for future tours. The Press-Gazette entertainment section described the partnership Sunday at http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/news/archive/et_3758504.shtml. A news item on the Tony Awards is at http://www.usatoday.com/life/theater/2002/2002-05-06-tony-nominations.htm *** * * * * Recap: Door County trip shows encouraging results The first UW-Green Bay Door County Reception was held Thursday, May 2, at the Stone Harbor Resort in Sturgeon Bay. A big contingent from campus traveled north to show the Door County alumni and citizens in attendance that we want to be their university. An account of the evening is online at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002may.htm#thedoor * * * * * More on opera standout Wiltzius Faithful readers of the monthly "Chancellor's FYI" have already seen a brief note on UW-Green Bay music standout Andrea Wiltzius and her impressive showing at a recent Metropolitan Opera audition for promising young vocalists. The full story is online at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002april.htm#artist * * * * * UW-Green Bay students "net" honors Congratulations to Assistant Prof. Alla Wilson, Professional Program in Business, and UW-Green Bay business students who took top prizes in the "Marketplace Global Competition." More than 120 teams competed in the 10-week, interactive Internet business simulation. Marketplace immerses students into a virtual business world where they build an entrepreneurial firm. They experiment with their marketing and business strategies, while competing with other virtual companies. UW-Green Bay teams came away with two first- and two second-place finishes. * * * * * They're the leaders of the pack, among UW-Green Bay students The 21st Annual Spring University Leadership Awards Program recipients will be honored Friday, May 24 in the University Theatre. A list of winners follows: Chancellor's Medallion Natalie Archie, Ngwingmba Ayafor, Shawn Beattie, Rebecca Burch, Carrie Carnes, Jennifer Danz, Eric Demmon, Stacy Dorner, Mark Gaulke, Randy Greving, Michael Halberg, Michael Heine, Suzanne Johnson, Jodi Klabunde, Tana Koss, Jody Lovaj, Shanna Marthaler, Andrea Meyer, Jarrod Meyer, Heather Mielke, Sarah Shircel, Daniel Stringer, Kristen Tews, Sousie Vang, Kristy Watzlawick University Leadership Award Lindsey Baldwin, Mary Baugher, Sarah Belter, Rebecca Buchberger, Shannon Chronister, Christy Corrigan, Katrina Czys, Alan Dewitt, Aaron Dubinski, Molly Ernst, Tracy Falk, Amanda Fischer, Nicole Funk, Heather Gloede, Joshua Gretzinger, Andrew Gurka, Aaron Hulse, Megan Habermann, Michael Irwin, Kimberly Kargus, Abigail Kiefer, Angie Kluth, Nicholas Kohn, Mary Loeffler, Ryan Lovejoy, Kerstin Martwick, Shelli Misfeldt, Louna Moua, John Olson, Ronald Osero, Jamie Pagel, April Rasmussen, Stephanie Richards, Carrie Richter, Milos Sainovic, Stacy Schema, Stacy Scott, Rebecca Sharpe, Angela Stangel, Michelle Stark, Nicole Vaux, Carly Watson, Jill Wunrow, Ken Zorn Outstanding Advisers (tie) Grant Winslow Anne Buttke Outstanding Support Staff Tina Ducane * * * * * Regents will hear good news on credits, graduation rates The UW System's efforts to strengthen quality and increase efficiency have substantially improved three key measures of student success: credits-to-degree, time-to-degree, and graduation rates. The Board of Regents will this week hear that the average number of credits that UW System students attempt to complete their bachelor's degrees has dropped from 145 to 137 since the 1993-94 academic year. A news release is online at http://www.wisconsin.edu/news/2002/r020503.htm * * * * * OPAR report, online, is good reading It's not summer-at-the-beach material, but it's interesting reading nonetheless. If you have time and the inclination, head to the Website of the System's Office of Policy Analysis and Research (OPAR) to scan the 26-page report the Regents will discuss this week. It shows that every UW campus reduced its average number of credits-to-degree, and the proportion of graduates who completed their degrees in four years increased from 21 percent to 33 percent during this time period. The local angle? UW-Green Bay leads the comprehensives in credits to degree (135, on average) and is making improvements in other areas. To download the report as a PDF, visit OPAR at http://www.uwsa.edu/opar/orblist.htm * * * * * Regents are near The UW System Board of Regents last met on the Green Bay campus in October 1998. They'll return to this general area, anyway, this week with meetings on Thursday (May 9) at UW-Fox Valley in Menasha, and Friday (May 10) at UW-Fond du Lac. It's in keeping with the practice of holding several meetings a year outside of Madison. If you're interested, the BOR agenda is online at http://www.uwsa.edu/bor/ * * * * * New Music, Hand Drumming ensembles will play Friday A remembrance of the composer John Cage and a premiere of a new work by faculty composer Cheryl Grosso are part of an always-intriguing program offered the New Music and Hand Drumming ensembles at 7:30 p.m. Friday (May 10) in University Theater. For more, click, http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002may.htm#hand * * * * * Jazz concert includes student, faculty groups The final concert of the season for Jazz Ensemble I, directed by John Salerno; Jazz Ensemble II, directed by Thomas Pfotenhauer; and Vocal Jazz Ensemble, directed by Chris Salerno, is at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday (May 8) in University Theater. A Faculty Combo will contribute several numbers to the program; members are Craig Henke, bass; Terence O'Grady, vibraphone; Chris Salerno, piano; Thomas Pfotenhauer, trumpet; and John Salerno, saxophone. Alumnus Terry Iattoni will join the group on drums. There's more at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002may.htm#jazz * * * * *** 'Liar' was a true joy We know it's after the fact, but hats off to cast and crew (and writing partners) for the UW-Green Bay production of "The Liar." Local improv comedian and writer Mike Eserkaln collaborated on the piece with director Laura Riddle and the student actors. For Press-Gazette writer Warren Gerds' review, check their archive at http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/news/archive/et_3698568.shtml *** * * * * Get tickets and go 'Around the World in 80 Minutes' Here's a reminder on the annual International Dinner, rescheduled from last month. It's Saturday night. More details are at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002may.htm#dinner * * * * * '11 de Septiembre/September 11' opens today in in SA 407 Today marks the opening of the exhibition "11 de Septiembre / September 11" by Chilean artist, Pamela Vasquez, in SA 407, exhibiting, according to the artist, "… undeniable connection between dates, images and one of the most violent ways in which death has meaning …" There will be a presentation by the artist at 5 p.m. today. * * * * * Plitzuweit will step up to top job at Grand Valley Phoenix women's basketball assistant coach Dawn Plitzuweit was named head coach at Grand Valley State University (Mich.) today, replacing Claudette Charney, who was head coach of the Lakers for seven years. Plitzuweit was Kevin Borseth's assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for four years, aiding the team to an 86-35 mark over four seasons, including three trips to the NCAA tournament (1999, 2000, 2002) and an invitation to the Women's National Invitational Tournament (2001). Plitzuweit served as the program's top recruiter and was responsible for the development of the team's point guards and post players. The team dominated the Horizon League with a 50-7 mark over those four seasons, with a 29-game home winning streak against league foes, which began in Plitzuweit's first season. (Tentative plans have a send-off being arranged for Thursday, either on, or close to campus.) * * * * * Mc Iver says "thanks" as golfers claim fourth place, individual honors Senior Brian Berggren was named first team all-conference for the third straight season and teammate Kevin Kasprzyk earned the league's Newcomer of the Year award. The duo combined with all-tournament team selection junior Dave Barse to lead the host Phoenix to fourth place (out of seven teams) in this year's conference tournament at the Green Bay Country Club. Barse was fourth overall, 11 shots back from the winner at 9-over par. Detroit won the event. About 20 volunteers, many of them UW-Green Bay faculty, staff and retirees, volunteered at the three-day event, worthy of a "thank-you" from assistant athletics director, and tournament organizer, Dan Mc Iver. * * * * * A polished event — The UW-Green Bay volleyball hosts its fourth annual car wash from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, May 11 at Wal-Mart East (2292 Main St. in Green Bay). Proceeds go to the team. * * * * * Phoenix fans lose a special friend Randy Gruber of Green Bay, a special fan of Phoenix basketball, died last week in a Milwaukee hospital. He had severe cerebral palsy and used a wheelchair, but nonetheless made the extra effort to get to nearly every men's home game; friends say Phoenix basketball was a highlight of his winter routine. For ticketholders at the Brown County Arena, he was a familiar sight parked behind the baseline nearest the visitors' bench, the guy with black hair and glasses and cheerful outlook no matter what the score. He was 46. * * * * * Reminder to gardeners: heirlooms sale Also, here's one last reminder about annual Heirloom Plant Sale scheduled from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 11 and 12 in the Laboratory Sciences building greenhouse. If you're employed on campus, you're welcome to the "presale" from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, May 10. Also, you can "preshop" the tomato and pepper varieties online, and even see pictures of most of them, by going to http://www.uwgb.edu/biodiversity/Heirloom/index.htm * * * * * What's next, concessions? You know it's big when people are tailgating and there are opportunities to purchase raffle tickets. The Friends of the Cofrin Library will be selling their Books and Baskets raffle tickets at the Heirloom vegetable sale this weekend. Tickets are $1 each or six tickets for $5. Sale organizers say it's now not unusual for earlycomers to claim their place in line and repair to the parking lot for some "tailgating." * * * * * Ethics for social workers workshop topic Friday The University Union will be the site this Friday (May 10) for "Advanced Ethics and Boundaries for the Social Work Practitioner," a workshop organized by Outreach and Extension and the Social Work programs at UW-Green Bay and UW-Oshkosh. For more on the partnership, and also presenter Karen A. Jick, click on http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002april.htm#ethics * * * * * HR is future topic for Outreach nonprofit series Key Issues in Human Resource Management, a workshop especially for professionals in nonprofit organizations, is scheduled for June 11 and 12 on campus. The workshop is part of a much-praised new certificate program for nonprofit professionals organized by the UW-Green Bay Office of Outreach and Extension, and cosponsored by the United Way of Brown County, the Neville Public Museum, and the Green Bay Area Chamber of Commerce. It is not necessary to be enrolled in the certificate program in order to participate in the workshop. For more, click the news archive at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002april.htm#resources * * * * * Financial management is up first, on May 17 Coming up first is Basic Financial Management, a workshop set for Friday, May 17, on campus as part of the certificate series for non-profit professionals (see previous item). To learn about this and other professional education programs online, the World Wide Web site is www.uwgb.edu/outreach/profed * * * * * Brief The works of Assistant Prof. Jennifer Mokren, Communication and the Arts, will be showcased at three shows this summer: An exhibition of contemporary beadwork at The Freed Bead Target Gallery in Alexandria, Virginia, March 23 through April 28; an international juried exhibition of contemporary artwork, Bead International 2002, at the Dairy Barn Cultural Arts Center in Athens, Ohio, May 24 through September 1; and at a national juried exhibition of contemporary crafts, Crafts National 36, at Penn State's Zoller Gallery, June 4 through July 19. * * * * *** LOG ONline is prepared for University of Wisconsin-Green Bay faculty and staff by the Office of Marketing and University Communication. Employees may submit a Brief, a Publication, a news item, an announcement, or offer feedback; call ext. 2527 or e-mail us at Log@uwgb.edu.

Hammersmith is provost

A death in the family

Chancellor's hours cancelled this week

Chancellor's May office hours

Council on Diversity

Familiar names on Council

Weidner part of nationwide consortium

Door County trip recap

More on opera standout

Marketplace Global Competition

University Leadership Awards Program

Good news on credits, graduation rates

OPAR report

Regents are near

New Music, Hand Drumming concert

Jazz concert

'Liar' was a true joy

International Dinner

Exhibit on 9-11 opens

Plitzuweit will leave Phoenix

McIver says 'thanks' on golf tourney

Volleyball car wash

Phoenix fans lose a special friend

Heirloom plant sale reminder

Raffle tickets at plant sale

Ethics for social workers workshop

Outreach nonprofit series

Financial management workshop

Brief

Vol. 33, No. 54 / May 6, 2002

The LOG Online e-mail news digest is distributed each week to faculty and staff of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Links are included to more detailed stories at the Marketing and University Communication Web site and to an archive of past issues.

Ferris State's Hammersmith accepts provost position at UW-Green Bay

Sue Hammersmith has been recommended for appointment as provost and vice chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, it was announced today. Chancellor Bruce Shepard confirmed that Hammersmith, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Ferris State University, accepted UW-Green Bay's offer. Full details are online at the news release archive at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002may.htm#hammersmith

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A death in the family

News has been received of the death of Abe Shepard, the oldest son of Bruce Shepard. The Chancellor is canceling or rescheduling meetings this week in order to return to Oregon. The cause of death was not released; the memorial service is set for May 11 in Corvallis. Condolences may be expressed privately via cards sent to the Chancellor's residence at 3015 Bay View Drive, Green Bay, WI 54311. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will likely be established; details would be announced at a later date.

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Chancellor's hours are cancelled this week

Sharon Gutowski in the Chancellor's Office sends word that the open office hours previously scheduled for early Wednesday afternoon this week have been cancelled.

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Three more sessions remain planned for May

Upcoming Open Office Hours for the Chancellor for the rest of the spring semester are as follows:

Tuesday, May 14, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Monday, May 20, noon to 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 29, 9 to 11 a.m.
(Note that the May 29 date has been changed from the previously announced schedule.)

The concept for "Office Hours," a chance for members of the University community to take advantage of informal, walk-in sessions with the Chancellor, was described in a previous newsletter, archived at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/logarchive/logarchive33/2002mar11.htm#office

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Council on Diversity appointed by Chancellor

The 12-member Chancellor's Community Council on Diversity has been created as the formal link between UW-Green Bay and Northeastern Wisconsin's communities of color. In announcing the move last week, Chancellor Bruce Shepard said he sought out members with the experience and expertise needed to help UW-Green Bay achieve a more diverse University community. The idea is to enhance partnership opportunities to broaden the educational pipeline, raise student achievement and prepare more students of color for participation in higher education. A news release is online at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002may.htm#council

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Swan, familiar names mark Council roster

Chris Swan, president of the Swan Corp., has accepted appointment to serve as chair of the Chancellor's Community Council on Diversity. Swan has been involved in numerous community initiatives focusing on diversity issues. Others named to the group are Adela Carbo, Marchoe Dill, Vue Lor, Gary Lucas, Rose McKenzie, Thelma McLester, Virginia Nuske, Antonio (Tony) Saldana, Karl Thoj, Nhia Cha Yang, and Alex Zacarias. For more on these individuals and their background, follow the news release link (above).

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Tony loves 'Millie,' and Weidner loves them both

The new musical "Thoroughly Modern Millie" led the way with a total of 11 Tony Award nominations announced today in New York City. It's one of four finalists for best musical. That's tremendous news for the show's local investors including the Weidner Center, which is part of a nationwide presenters' consortium that hopes Broadway success will mean critical and financial success for future tours. The Press-Gazette entertainment section described the partnership Sunday at http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/news/archive/et_3758504.shtml. A news item on the Tony Awards is at http://www.usatoday.com/life/theater/2002/2002-05-06-tony-nominations.htm

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Recap: Door County trip shows encouraging results

The first UW-Green Bay Door County Reception was held Thursday, May 2, at the Stone Harbor Resort in Sturgeon Bay. A big contingent from campus traveled north to show the Door County alumni and citizens in attendance that we want to be their university. An account of the evening is online at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002may.htm#thedoor

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More on opera standout Wiltzius

Faithful readers of the monthly "Chancellor's FYI" have already seen a brief note on UW-Green Bay music standout Andrea Wiltzius and her impressive showing at a recent Metropolitan Opera audition for promising young vocalists. The full story is online at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002april.htm#artist

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UW-Green Bay students "net" honors

Congratulations to Assistant Prof. Alla Wilson, Professional Program in Business, and UW-Green Bay business students who took top prizes in the "Marketplace Global Competition." More than 120 teams competed in the 10-week, interactive Internet business simulation. Marketplace immerses students into a virtual business world where they build an entrepreneurial firm. They experiment with their marketing and business strategies, while competing with other virtual companies. UW-Green Bay teams came away with two first- and two second-place finishes.

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They're the leaders of the pack, among UW-Green Bay students

The 21st Annual Spring University Leadership Awards Program recipients will be honored Friday, May 24 in the University Theatre. A list of winners follows:

Chancellor's Medallion
Natalie Archie, Ngwingmba Ayafor, Shawn Beattie, Rebecca Burch, Carrie Carnes, Jennifer Danz, Eric Demmon, Stacy Dorner, Mark Gaulke, Randy Greving, Michael Halberg, Michael Heine, Suzanne Johnson, Jodi Klabunde, Tana Koss, Jody Lovaj, Shanna Marthaler, Andrea Meyer, Jarrod Meyer, Heather Mielke, Sarah Shircel, Daniel Stringer, Kristen Tews, Sousie Vang, Kristy Watzlawick

University Leadership Award
Lindsey Baldwin, Mary Baugher, Sarah Belter, Rebecca Buchberger, Shannon Chronister, Christy Corrigan, Katrina Czys, Alan Dewitt, Aaron Dubinski, Molly Ernst, Tracy Falk, Amanda Fischer, Nicole Funk, Heather Gloede, Joshua Gretzinger, Andrew Gurka, Aaron Hulse, Megan Habermann, Michael Irwin, Kimberly Kargus, Abigail Kiefer, Angie Kluth, Nicholas Kohn, Mary Loeffler, Ryan Lovejoy, Kerstin Martwick, Shelli Misfeldt, Louna Moua, John Olson, Ronald Osero, Jamie Pagel, April Rasmussen, Stephanie Richards, Carrie Richter, Milos Sainovic, Stacy Schema, Stacy Scott, Rebecca Sharpe, Angela Stangel, Michelle Stark, Nicole Vaux, Carly Watson, Jill Wunrow, Ken Zorn

Outstanding Advisers (tie)
Grant Winslow Anne Buttke

Outstanding Support Staff
Tina Ducane

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Regents will hear good news on credits, graduation rates

The UW System's efforts to strengthen quality and increase efficiency have substantially improved three key measures of student success: credits-to-degree, time-to-degree, and graduation rates. The Board of Regents will this week hear that the average number of credits that UW System students attempt to complete their bachelor's degrees has dropped from 145 to 137 since the 1993-94 academic year. A news release is online at http://www.wisconsin.edu/news/2002/r020503.htm

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OPAR report, online, is good reading

It's not summer-at-the-beach material, but it's interesting reading nonetheless. If you have time and the inclination, head to the Website of the System's Office of Policy Analysis and Research (OPAR) to scan the 26-page report the Regents will discuss this week. It shows that every UW campus reduced its average number of credits-to-degree, and the proportion of graduates who completed their degrees in four years increased from 21 percent to 33 percent during this time period. The local angle? UW-Green Bay leads the comprehensives in credits to degree (135, on average) and is making improvements in other areas. To download the report as a PDF, visit OPAR at http://www.uwsa.edu/opar/orblist.htm

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Regents are near

The UW System Board of Regents last met on the Green Bay campus in October 1998. They'll return to this general area, anyway, this week with meetings on Thursday (May 9) at UW-Fox Valley in Menasha, and Friday (May 10) at UW-Fond du Lac. It's in keeping with the practice of holding several meetings a year outside of Madison. If you're interested, the BOR agenda is online at http://www.uwsa.edu/bor/

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New Music, Hand Drumming ensembles will play Friday

A remembrance of the composer John Cage and a premiere of a new work by faculty composer Cheryl Grosso are part of an always-intriguing program offered the New Music and Hand Drumming ensembles at 7:30 p.m. Friday (May 10) in University Theater. For more, click, http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002may.htm#hand

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Jazz concert includes student, faculty groups

The final concert of the season for Jazz Ensemble I, directed by John Salerno; Jazz Ensemble II, directed by Thomas Pfotenhauer; and Vocal Jazz Ensemble, directed by Chris Salerno, is at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday (May 8) in University Theater. A Faculty Combo will contribute several numbers to the program; members are Craig Henke, bass; Terence O'Grady, vibraphone; Chris Salerno, piano; Thomas Pfotenhauer, trumpet; and John Salerno, saxophone. Alumnus Terry Iattoni will join the group on drums. There's more at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002may.htm#jazz

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'Liar' was a true joy

We know it's after the fact, but hats off to cast and crew (and writing partners) for the UW-Green Bay production of "The Liar." Local improv comedian and writer Mike Eserkaln collaborated on the piece with director Laura Riddle and the student actors. For Press-Gazette writer Warren Gerds' review, check their archive at http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/news/archive/et_3698568.shtml

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Get tickets and go 'Around the World in 80 Minutes'

Here's a reminder on the annual International Dinner, rescheduled from last month. It's Saturday night. More details are at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002may.htm#dinner

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'11 de Septiembre/September 11' opens today in in SA 407

Today marks the opening of the exhibition "11 de Septiembre / September 11" by Chilean artist, Pamela Vasquez, in SA 407, exhibiting, according to the artist, "… undeniable connection between dates, images and one of the most violent ways in which death has meaning …" There will be a presentation by the artist at 5 p.m. today.

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Plitzuweit will step up to top job at Grand Valley

Phoenix women's basketball assistant coach Dawn Plitzuweit was named head coach at Grand Valley State University (Mich.) today, replacing Claudette Charney, who was head coach of the Lakers for seven years. Plitzuweit was Kevin Borseth's assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for four years, aiding the team to an 86-35 mark over four seasons, including three trips to the NCAA tournament (1999, 2000, 2002) and an invitation to the Women's National Invitational Tournament (2001). Plitzuweit served as the program's top recruiter and was responsible for the development of the team's point guards and post players. The team dominated the Horizon League with a 50-7 mark over those four seasons, with a 29-game home winning streak against league foes, which began in Plitzuweit's first season. (Tentative plans have a send-off being arranged for Thursday, either on, or close to campus.)

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Mc Iver says "thanks" as golfers claim fourth place, individual honors

Senior Brian Berggren was named first team all-conference for the third straight season and teammate Kevin Kasprzyk earned the league's Newcomer of the Year award. The duo combined with all-tournament team selection junior Dave Barse to lead the host Phoenix to fourth place (out of seven teams) in this year's conference tournament at the Green Bay Country Club. Barse was fourth overall, 11 shots back from the winner at 9-over par. Detroit won the event. About 20 volunteers, many of them UW-Green Bay faculty, staff and retirees, volunteered at the three-day event, worthy of a "thank-you" from assistant athletics director, and tournament organizer, Dan Mc Iver.

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A polished event —

The UW-Green Bay volleyball hosts its fourth annual car wash from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, May 11 at Wal-Mart East (2292 Main St. in Green Bay). Proceeds go to the team.

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Phoenix fans lose a special friend

Randy Gruber of Green Bay, a special fan of Phoenix basketball, died last week in a Milwaukee hospital. He had severe cerebral palsy and used a wheelchair, but nonetheless made the extra effort to get to nearly every men's home game; friends say Phoenix basketball was a highlight of his winter routine. For ticketholders at the Brown County Arena, he was a familiar sight parked behind the baseline nearest the visitors' bench, the guy with black hair and glasses and cheerful outlook no matter what the score. He was 46.

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Reminder to gardeners: heirlooms sale

Also, here's one last reminder about annual Heirloom Plant Sale scheduled from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 11 and 12 in the Laboratory Sciences building greenhouse. If you're employed on campus, you're welcome to the "presale" from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, May 10. Also, you can "preshop" the tomato and pepper varieties online, and even see pictures of most of them, by going to http://www.uwgb.edu/biodiversity/Heirloom/index.htm

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What's next, concessions?

You know it's big when people are tailgating and there are opportunities to purchase raffle tickets. The Friends of the Cofrin Library will be selling their Books and Baskets raffle tickets at the Heirloom vegetable sale this weekend. Tickets are $1 each or six tickets for $5. Sale organizers say it's now not unusual for earlycomers to claim their place in line and repair to the parking lot for some "tailgating."

* * * * *

Ethics for social workers workshop topic Friday

The University Union will be the site this Friday (May 10) for "Advanced Ethics and Boundaries for the Social Work Practitioner," a workshop organized by Outreach and Extension and the Social Work programs at UW-Green Bay and UW-Oshkosh. For more on the partnership, and also presenter Karen A. Jick, click on http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002april.htm#ethics

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HR is future topic for Outreach nonprofit series

Key Issues in Human Resource Management, a workshop especially for professionals in nonprofit organizations, is scheduled for June 11 and 12 on campus. The workshop is part of a much-praised new certificate program for nonprofit professionals organized by the UW-Green Bay Office of Outreach and Extension, and cosponsored by the United Way of Brown County, the Neville Public Museum, and the Green Bay Area Chamber of Commerce. It is not necessary to be enrolled in the certificate program in order to participate in the workshop. For more, click the news archive at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2002april.htm#resources

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Financial management is up first, on May 17

Coming up first is Basic Financial Management, a workshop set for Friday, May 17, on campus as part of the certificate series for non-profit professionals (see previous item). To learn about this and other professional education programs online, the World Wide Web site is www.uwgb.edu/outreach/profed

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Brief

The works of Assistant Prof. Jennifer Mokren, Communication and the Arts, will be showcased at three shows this summer: An exhibition of contemporary beadwork at The Freed Bead Target Gallery in Alexandria, Virginia, March 23 through April 28; an international juried exhibition of contemporary artwork, Bead International 2002, at the Dairy Barn Cultural Arts Center in Athens, Ohio, May 24 through September 1; and at a national juried exhibition of contemporary crafts, Crafts National 36, at Penn State's Zoller Gallery, June 4 through July 19.

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