Vol. 34, No. 57 / April 21, 2003

Smile! Tuesday is 'Phuture Phoenix Day'

UW-Green Bay's student body may have a much younger look Tuesday when 550 local fifth-grade students visit the campus for the first Phuture Phoenix Day. The event is aimed at encouraging the youngsters to succeed in school and pursue a college education. Research shows that long-term attitudes about higher education are shaped as early as fifth grade. Students from 10 Green Bay elementary schools will participate, arriving at 9:30 a.m. at the Weidner Center and visiting classrooms, residence halls, the library and other parts of campus. The day is topped by a 1:30 p.m. ice cream social in the Phoenix Room. All are invited.

Watch for media coverage, and increased traffic

TV coverage of Phuture Phoenix Day at UW-Green Bay is expected to start early Tuesday morning with a live appearance by event organizer Cyndie Shepard scheduled for the WBAY-TV 2 morning show. Camera crews are expected later in the day, and there will be plenty to capture. Twenty-two faculty members, for example, are opening the doors of their classrooms to the Phuture Phoenix. The faculty members are: John Stoll, Donna Ritch, Tom Nesslein, Illene Noppe, Sarah Meredith, Derek Jeffreys, Candy Conard, Jerold Rodesch, David Coury, Michael Kraft, Will Winter, Dean Von Dras, Tim Kaufman, Helen Schaal, Patricia Ragan, Heidi Fencl, Peter Breznay, Janice Cusano, Bill Niedzwiedz, Judy Martin, Bob Howe and Bill Laatsch. Dean Rodeheaver will lead tours of Mary Ann Cofrin Hall.

Planners include Cyndie Shepard, many from across campus

Cyndie Shepard, wife of Chancellor Bruce Shepard, organized the Phuture Phoenix Program. She has received assistance from many UW-Green Bay students, who are serving as mentors of the fifth-graders, as well as faculty and community members. Faculty and staff members who assisted in planning the event are: Kristin Vespia, Tim Kaufman, Colleen Fitzpatrick, Linda Tabers-Kwak, Helen Schaal, Bill Niedzwiedz, Suzy Pfeifer, Scott Furlong, Debbie Furlong, Mike Stearney, Juliet Cole, Kevin Collins, Laura Riddle, Ann Rodrian and the staff of the Phoenix Sports Center. Community members also pitched in to get the program off to a successful start. They are Ginny Riopelle, Janet Lieb, Beth Schmidt and Kirstin Reitan. "With this kind of support we can't do anything BUT have a successful Phuture Phoenix Program," Cyndie Shepard says. "Thanks to all who have given their time to help."

The wheels on the bus won't go round & round

While more than 50 alums are scheduled to be at the UW-Green Bay Alumni Reception in Madison this Thursday evening (April 24), there will no longer be a bus heading down from campus. Faculty and staff are still more than welcome to attend, although they will need to provide their own transportation. Questions? Feel free to contact Shane Kohl at kohls@uwgb.edu

Comedy 'Arcadia' features all-star cast

Followers of UW-Green Bay's award-winning theatre program are in for a treat with the campus production of Tom Stoppard's clever comedy "Arcadia," opening Friday, April 25 in University Theater. The veteran cast includes familiar names Todd Dively, Sunam Ellis, Julie Flayter, Eric Lindahl, Steven Marzolf, Barry Smrcina, Shayne Patrick Steliga, Dan Van Dellen, Carrie L. Weis, and Josh Wintersteen. Details are at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2003april.htm#arcadia.

McIntosh book describes how Lewis and Clark group 'traveled on its stomach'

Prof. Emerita Elaine McIntosh will give a talk and sign copies of her newest book, Lewis and Clark: Food, Nutrition and Health, at an author's book party Friday and Saturday, April 25 and 26 at the Center for Western Studies at Augustana College, Sioux Falls, S.D. The book, just published by the Center for Western Studies, is the first to analyze the Lewis and Clark expedition from the standpoint of food, nutrition and health in the context of current dietary knowledge. McIntosh includes discussion of the status of medicine at the time, and an analysis of party members' health based on available vital statistics and other information about the men. The book is McIntosh's second since retiring in 1990 from UW-Green Bay. American Food Habits in Historical Perspective was published by Praeger in 1995.

Web site up and running for Cofrin Friends book dedications

The Website is working if you're interested in following the Friends of the Cofrin Library suggestion to honor a retiring friend, promotion of a longtime colleague or perhaps a family member or graduate with the gift of a book or books (with nameplate) for the Library. If you'd like to explore honoring someone in this way, seek more information on the Friends website at www.uwgb.edu/library/friends.html.

Click here for exceptional dining at International Dinner

You know that the annual International Dinner is scheduled for this Saturday evening (April 26) in the Union's Phoenix Room. Do you know that the entertainment will feature dances from Mexico, India, Germany, Latin America, Russia, Sri Lanka, and Africa, and much more? Do you know about the menu? All for only $18? Click http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2003april.htm#dinner.

Borseth, now secure, will try hand at baseball

UW-Green Bay women's basketball coach Kevin Borseth will throw out the first pitch this Sunday afternoon (April 27) at Fox Valley Stadium when the Timber Rattlers host South Bend in Midwest League action. He and his team are being honored for their record-setting 2002-03 season. Last week Borseth signed a contract extension through 2008; the Athletics Website has more at http://www.uwgb.edu/athletics/wbb/041503.html.

Softball home opener is now vs. Badgers, Tuesday at 4 p.m.

Think you're had enough of Wisconsin's spring weather? The UW-Green Bay softball team will try for the THIRD time to get in its home opener. The Phoenix is scheduled to host the Wisconsin Badgers at 4 p.m. Tuesday (April 22). Also, Horizon League foe Loyola is scheduled to visit Phoenix Field at 1 p.m. Thursday (April 24).

Students learn about 'insurance, professional dress, budgeting...'

Student Stacy Scott sends word of a program next Wednesday, April 30, in the Union's Phoenix Room B between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Called the Senior Series Fair and organized by the Office of Residence Life, the program promises "important information for graduating seniors and all UWGB students," including insurance, professional dress, budgeting and much more. Questions? Contact scotsm13@uwgb.edu.

'Ambassadors' designation goes to 47 top students

The University Ambassadors for 2003-04 have been selected. For the record, the average GPA of the 16 freshmen, 12 sophomores, 15 juniors, and four seniors is an impressive 3.31, and collectively they represent more than 25 programs of study. Congratulations to:

Kim Biedermann, Melissa Borowski, Beth Cherney, Dushani Corea-Dharmaratne, Jamie Cortese, Amanda Evers, Andrew Fondow, Jennifer Hahn, Laura Hales, Sandra Hayes, Katie Hemauer, Jessica Jumes, Deanna Kratzke, Jacob Magnusen, Annie Piotrowski, Tara Thiel, Jill VandenHeuvel, Sarah Voss, Patrick Walker, Joseph Wangerin, Amanda Brown, Leslie-Ann Grom, Jessica Halvorson, Aimee Hein, Brian Jicinsky, Jayme Kaddatz, Andrew Lazzari, Jonathan Lindh, Stacy Low, Nichole Lund, Jemma Lund, Sarah Manosky, Kristin Murphy, Tim Schmidt, Olivia Thoma, Melissa Wojtanowski, Kallin Anderson, Melissa Kaker, Courtney Krause, Rebecca Marcell, Daniel Schulz, Becky Stelter, Sarah Stock, Leah Szott, and Emily Thompson.

Ambassadors program expands

The role of the University Ambassadors organization has been redefined and expanded (an outgrowth of the First-Year Experience planning). The group of student leaders will now provide assistance to all of the university's outreach efforts to prospective and newly enrolled students. They will conduct campus tours, serve on student panels, assist with new student registration and orientation programs, conduct follow-up communication to students and parents, and also serve as hosts/hostesses and student emissaries at official University and Alumni Association events. Many prospective students, parents, community members and guests of the university will form their initial impressions of UW-Green Bay based on their interactions with the Ambassadors, and the University will be proudly represented by this outstanding group of 47 students. Lisa Tetzloff and Michael Stearney will coordinate the group's activities, with assistance from student directors Sarah Douglas and Megan Habermann.

Four student finalists present at Humanities Essay Prize Symposium

Humanistic Studies in conjunction with several student clubs is sponsoring the second annual student Humanities Essay Prize Competition and Symposium. The symposium takes place Wednesday (April 23) from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Union's Phoenix C. Four student finalists will present their papers to the public, to be followed by a discussion. Organizers say it's a great chance to support students' achievements in humanities scholarship, and their contributions to the intellectual life of the university. The Prize itself comes with a $250 cash award, and Chancellor Shepard and Dean of Liberal Arts and Sciences Carol Blackshire-Belay will be on hand to assist. Refreshments will be served.

Tout faculty clarinet recital on May 1

Faculty clarinetist Rebecca Tout will perform in recital with Linda Halloin on piano at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 1 in Fort Howard Hall of the Weidner Center. The free program opens with Sonata for Clarinet and Piano, op. 167 by Camille Saint-Sa‘ns; and includes works by Libby Larsen, Arthur Benjamin, Russell Riepe; and Leonard Bernstein. For details, click http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2003april.htm#clarinet.

UW-Green Bay art seniors end year with an exhibit

Seven art students at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will show their work through mid-May in Senior Exhibition 2, opening with a reception from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday (April 27) in the Lawton Gallery. Art scholarships for 2003-2004 will be announced at 3 p.m. during the reception.

Exhibiting their work are: Jake Cole, Green Bay, paintings and drawings; Gina Imhof, Birnamwood, graphics; Barbi Nicklas, Green Bay, metal work; Sarah Pollpeter, Kewaskum, paintings; Erin Quigley, Derby, Kan., mixed media works; Mary Jo Scanlan, Green Bay, installations; and Amy Smedema, Manitowoc, sculpture and mixed media.

Animal 'show and tell' ushers in Earth Week

Naturalists from the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary will talk about wildlife and the environment in an Earth Day program at 3 p.m. Tuesday (April 22) in the Union's World Unity Room. Kim Kaster and Jody Sperduto from the Sanctuary will be bringing some animal friends along for "show and tell" and, we're told by student organizers, the visitors could include a bird of prey, a snake and/or a skunk. The program is free and open to all.

Earth Week, continued...

Wednesday, April 23
1-2 p.m., Niagara Room A, University Union
Rebecca Katers, director of the Clean Water Action Council will speak.

Thursday, April 24
Two members of the Public and Environmental Affairs faculty will speak in the 1965 Room of University Union.
Noon-1 p.m., Prof. Laurel Phoenix will speak on "Water Issues in America"
1-2 p.m., Prof. Troy Abel will speak on "Glocal [Global/Local] Environmentalism"

Saturday, April 26
2-5 p.m., Campus Cleanup
Willing workers will meet at Ecumenical Center. Garbage bags will be provided.

Reminder: 'Caregivers' session on Tuesday the 22nd

The program "Caregivers," targeted at baby boomers taking care of elderly parents, and offering information on services available to help both, is set for noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday (April 22) in Alumni Room A of the Union. Speakers are Devon Christianson and Carol Machek of the Aging Resource Center of Brown County. The free program is sponsored by the Classified Administrative Staff Committee.

Reminder: Tech talk on April 28

"Campus Technology: Tech Talk, What's Coming for '03-'04" is the topic for Associate Provost Kathy Pletcher next Monday, April 28 in the 1965 Room. She will present the session from 1 to 2:30 p.m. and repeat it from 3 to 4:30. No RSVP is necessary for the program, sponsored by the Academic Staff Professional Development Programming Committee in conjunction with Information Services.

Reminder: Jim Hugenroth

A farewell celebration for Jim Hugenroth, retiring campus locksmith, takes place at Highland Howie's Pub and Grill on Wednesday, April 23, beginning at 3 p.m. Friends and co-workers will also have a coffee and cake reception on Tuesday, April 29, in MAC Hall 201 from 9 to 11 a.m.

News release recaps campus budget situation

Most on campus know that the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay on Thursday (April 17) unveiled its initial 2003-05 budget proposal, with a cut of $945,700 in each year of the biennium and a one-time reduction of $472,850 in 2003-04. An online news release outlines the situation at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2003april.htm#budget.

Newspaper coverage of last Thursday's budget forum

Local news media covered last Thursday's budget forum on campus and plans to trim spending for the 2003-05 biennial budget. The most comprehensive report appeared in the Green Bay News-Chronicle under the headline "UWGB slashes budget," at http://www.greenbaynewschron.com/page.html?article=119471.

Reminder: details available at Chancellor's page

As was noted in a special issue of the LOG ONLine released last Thursday afternoon, the chancellor's PowerPoint presentation from the budget briefing and supporting information are posted on the Web. Go to http://www.uwgb.edu/chancellor/budget/index.htm.

Privatization of the UW? Some are talking

Even proponents admit it's still a long-shot, and a long way off. But recent moves to gain additional flexibility for the UW System, and a proposed budget that will reduce even further the state's share of funding, have set some people talking. The story "UW Inc.?" appeared in the April 12 edition of Madison's Capital Times newspaper at http://www.madison.com/captimes/news/stories/46809.php.

More turnover on the Board of Regents

This time it doesn't involve an appointment by the governor, but yet another seat on the UW System Board of Regents is changing hands nonetheless. Jonathan Barry, the longest-serving Regent at 12 years, was on the board as VTAE representative, but as his involvement with that board ends, so does his Regent service. The Wisconsin State Journal summed up his career at http://www.madison.com/archives/read.php?ref=wsj:2003:04:12:263972:LOCAL/WISCONSIN.

UW-Manitowoc names successor to Baldwin

Nebraska educator Glenda Galliseth has been selected to serve as the next dean and chief executive officer of UW-Manitowoc. She will replace Roland Baldwin, who is retiring in June after serving the two-year College campus for the past 18 years. The Herald Times Reporter story is at http://www.wisinfo.com/heraldtimes/news/archive/local_9762746.shtml.

Briefs

Prof. Ismail Shariff of Urban and Regional Studies, the chairperson of Economics and Hendrickson Professor of Business, has accepted an invitation from the managing committee to serve on the Board of Editors of the "Asian-African journal of Economics and Econometrics."

Grant Winslow, Student Life, attended the National Association for Campus Activities (NACA) Conference in St. Cloud, Minn., earlier this month and was presented with the Robert W. Busch Award from the Northern Plains Region. The Robert W. Busch Award "honors a person for his or her outstanding contributions to the field of student activities and for years of service to NACA. This award is presented only when deemed appropriate and is not awarded every year. It is considered to be one of the region's highest honors bestowed upon a colleague." Bob Busch was director of the University Centers at UW-Stevens Point for many years, one of the founders of NACA and the former Wisconsin Region of NACA, and the fifth chair of the Board of Directors of NACA back in 1973.

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