Vol. 34, No. 34 / January 21, 2003

Opening Day numbers show continued enrollment demand

Today is the first day of spring semester 2003. The opening-day enrollment report from the Office of Institutional Research projects an FTE (full-time equivalent) total of about 4,130. Retention of new full-time freshmen and transfers from fall appears better than in past years. Overall, spring enrollment is lower than fall enrollment as is customary given mid-year graduations and stop-outs; however, at about 93 percent, the total spring FTE as a percentage of fall FTE is higher than in recent years.

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For newcomers joining us at semester break, welcome to the LOG ONLine, a once- or twice-a-week electronic digest distributed to all faculty and staff members. Another way to stay current on campus happenings is to skim the daily news box on the main UW-Green Bay homepage at http://www.uwgb.edu. An all-University events calendar is archived at http://www.uwgb.edu/calendar.

DOA secretary directs state agencies to help reduce budget deficit

With all of state government awaiting new Gov. Jim Doyle's plans to deal with the multi-billion-dollar budget deficit, directives already have been issued to limit current-year spending. Department of Administration Secretary Marc Marotta last week asked agency heads to help reduce the current FY 03 deficit through a number of measures, including:

• Delay filling vacancies where practical
• Limit out-of-state travel
• Identify savings that can be lapsed to the general fund
• Hold all building projects not contractually obligated to continue, pending DOA review

Governor names five to Regents

Gov. Jim Doyle announced last week five appointments to the UW System Board of Regents. They are:

• Wausau attorney Mark J. Bradley, a former UW System budget analyst
• Former Republican legislator Peggy Rosenzweig of Wauwatosa
• Jesus Salas of Milwaukee, an MATC and UWM instructor
• Attorney David G. Walsh of Madison, a Foley & Lardner partner
• Danae Davis of Milwaukee, Miller Brewing director of staffing, diversity

Lyall praises Regent appointments

"It is clear from their backgrounds and experience that the new Regents know the university well," says UW System President Katharine Lyall, reacting to last week's appointments and promising to aid the newcomers' transitions to the board. Her statement and the governor's news release are archived at http://www.wisconsin.edu/news/2003/r030113.htm.

'Holdovers' dispute whether Regent seats are in fact open

A contentious and complicated dispute over state Senate confirmation, unconfirmed "holdovers" and are-they-open-or-are-they-not-open seats on the UW System Board of Regents was the political talk of Madison last week. The Wisconsin State Journal did an in-depth piece early in the week, archived at http://www.madison.com/wisconsinstatejournal/local/40653.php.

Chancellor holds first 'open office hours'

Chancellor Bruce Shepard returns to his regular schedule of open office hours with the resumption of second-semester classes. Hours this week are 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Wednesday (Jan. 22).

Film Society series opens Wednesday with Cuban-refugee documentary

"Balseros," a 2002 film documenting the lives of Cuban refugee "rafters," opens the spring series of international films presented by the Green Bay Film Society. The free showing introduced by Prof. Christina Ortiz is at 7 p.m. Wednesday (Jan. 22) at the Neville Public Museum in downtown Green Bay. "Balseros" is a Wisconsin premiere. For the full series, see http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2003jan.htm#films.

Reminder: Reception is Friday for international newcomers

Members of the campus community are invited to a reception at 2 p.m. this Friday (Jan. 24) in the International Center (SS 1900) to greet this semester's new international and exchange students. Chad Goeden reports that new arrivals representing Denmark, The Netherlands, Mexico, Colombia and Brazil are expected to attend.

Reminder: Plier vocal recital is Saturday at Weidner Center

Faculty tenor John Plier, along with pianist Linda Halloin, will perform in recital at 7:30 p.m. Saturday (Jan. 25) in the Weidner Center's Fort Howard Hall. The Franz Schubert song cycle "Die Winterreise" will be performed. For more on the concert and Plier, a Schubert specialist, click http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2003jan.htm#recital.

See Faculty Art next Wednesday at Lawton

The 29th annual art faculty exhibition opens with a reception from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 29 in the Lawton Gallery in Theatre Hall. Artists represented include Tina Bechtel, David Damkoehler, Kristy Deetz, Jerry Dell, Carol Emmons and Jeff Nekola (collaborative project), Alison Gates, Curt Heuer, Jennifer Mokren, Stephen Perkins, Kristina Rothe, and Christine Style. The exhibit continues through Feb. 19.

Faculty Development Conference targets 'Teaching and Technology'

"Teaching and Technology" is the theme of the seventh annual Faculty Development Conference, open to all faculty and academic staff. The keynoter is Neil Lutsky of Carleton College, who will address "Using Technology to Teach the Hard Disciplines of Seeing and Thinking." Breakout sessions feature faculty from UW-Milwaukee and UW-Extension, as well as UW-Green Bay's "Teaching Scholars" honorees and Andy Speth of CIT. Brochures have been distributed. For details and registration information, e-mail mcneilj@uwgb.edu.

Later date invites wider participation

Organizers say that, while the format remains similar, this year's annual Faculty Development Conference could draw an even larger attendance than in past years. The date has been moved from January (and the break between semesters) to Friday, Feb. 14.

Other highlights: Lunch with Damkoehler, Featured Faculty

A popular feature of the Faculty Development Council's annual conference has been the luncheon speaker. This year it's Lunch with David Damkoehler, "Sleeping Out at Shorewood in December and Other Tales of Problem Solving Based Teaching." The Featured Faculty Awards will also be presented, to Profs. Mimi Kubsch and Aeron Haynie.

UW-Green Bay theatre students score well at regional festival

Sunam Ellis, nominated for her work in the UW-Green Bay productions of "The Liar" and "Our Town," advanced to be one of 16 finalists in the prestigious Irene Ryan Acting Scholarship competition at the regional American College Theater Festival earlier this month in Evansville, Ind. The pool of nominees started at 347 actors from the five-state Great Lakes region. Beth Noonkester of "Our Town" was first runner-up in the stage management competition. She was one of six student stage managers from the region selected for the competition. For more, click http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2003jan.htm#acting.

February 'West Wing' has UW-Green Bay guest shot

Theatre program friends of Mary Gallagher, Class of '90, are setting their VCRs for the Wednesday, Feb. 5, edition of the popular TV series "West Wing." Gallagher sends word she'll be playing the character Maddy Tatum in a scene opposite presidential adviser Josh Lyman (actor Bradley Whitford). Gallagher has several prime-time appearances (a "Friends" episode, some Game Show Network exposure) since moving to Los Angeles.

Men's basketball plays two at home this week

The Phoenix men's basketball team (6-11, 1-4), fresh off an impressive 79-68 win against UW-Milwaukee Saturday night, has two more home games this week. Tipoff at the Resch Center is 7:05 Thursday (Jan. 23) vs. Wright State and 1:05 Saturday (Jan. 25) vs. Butler. The Bulldogs have a No. 24 computer ranking, a 15-1 record, and perhaps a grudge over last spring's Dance-denying Phoenix upset in the Horizon League tournament. The Phoenix men are 5-3 at home so far after going 5-9 last year.

Next home game for No. 16 (or No. 18?) Phoenix women is Feb. 1

The UW-Green Bay women (15-2, unbeaten in conference) have two more road games before returning home for their next Phoenix Sports Center appearance on Saturday afternoon, Feb. 1, vs. Illinois-Chicago. The Phoenix won 61-60 at UW-Milwaukee Saturday on a Kristy Loiselle runner in the final seconds. UW-Green Bay retained its No. 16 national ranking in Monday's AP poll. They dropped a spot, to No. 18, in this week's ESPN/USA Today coaches' poll just out.

SAFE Ally program offers LGBT awareness workshops

Organizers of SAFE Ally training want to create a network of allies for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students, and by doing so, make the University community a safer and more supportive place. They say the SAFE Ally program is a symbol of the University's efforts to increase awareness and acceptance of the LGBT community. Training workshops are open to faculty and staff; dates of sessions in the Union's 1965 Room are:

• Wednesday, Feb. 5, 8:30a.m. to noon
• Friday, Feb. 7, 12:30 to 4 p.m

If interested in participating in the training, please contact Joanie Dovekas (ext. 2844, dovekasj@uwgb.edu) at least one day before the desired training date. Refreshments will be provided.

Italian feast is Feb. 21

The next cultural cuisine luncheon at the University Union is set for Friday, Feb. 21. If you aren't hungry yet, you will be after reading what the chefs will be serving. The menu includes: caesar salad, tossed salad, bread and rolls with whipped butter, chicken alfredo with broccoli and linguini, pesto with Italian sausage, tri-colored rotini and vegetables, red wine marinara with bowtie pasta and vegetables, beverages and a surprise dessert baked by Marie. The cost to faculty and staff is $9. Tickets go on sale Feb. 3 at the University Information Desk on the lower level of the Union.

University Leadership Awards aren't just for students

Most on campus have already received a packet soliciting nominations for the Spring 2003 University Leadership Awards. Most know about the Chancellor's Medallions and related honors for graduating seniors, but the awards program also includes awards for:

Outstanding Student Organization
Most Improved Student Organization
Outstanding Service Project
Outstanding Adviser
Outstanding Support Staff

Nominating criteria can be found on the Office of Student Life Web site at http://www.uwgb.edu/stulife/leadership/spring.htm. Deadline for nominations is 4:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 3.

Make plans now: 4th Annual Family Weekend is Feb. 21-23

All families affiliated with the University community are invited to join UW-Green Bay's Family Weekend celebration February 21-23! By now, all faculty and staff should have received the brochure. Events include an acoustic guitarist, an activity fair, mini-seminars by UW-Green Bay faculty members, a women's basketball game, a dinner-theater with Comedy City, and a pancake and porkies brunch. To attend Family Weekend festivities, please complete the registration form in the brochure. Many activities are free; some require tickets purchased in advance. If you have any questions or didn't receive the brochure, contact the Office of Student Life at 465-2200 ext. 40 or osl@uwgb.edu.

Institute for Learning advertises research grants

The Institute for Learning Partnership at UW-Green Bay will award up to $70,000 in research grants to area educators for conducting school-based action research projects in the 2003-2004 fiscal year. The projects must directly impact teaching and learning, and they may be classroom-specific as well as multi-school or multi-district collaborations. The application deadline for the popular program is March 21. For details, click http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2003jan.htm#grants.

Education faculty offers to help with grant-writing workshops

Members of the UW-Green Bay Education faculty will hold two grant-writing workshops in February. The workshops will emphasize action research and the application process for an Institute for Learning Partnership Action Research Grant. Workshops are 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4 in the Union's Phoenix B, and 5 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 11 at the CESA 8 office in Gillett. Registration is required at 920-465-5555.

Info session is Feb. 26 for master's program for educators

PK-16 educators and those in related fields are invited to learn more about UW-Green Bay's Master's Program in Applied Leadership for Teaching and Learning at an information session from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, February 26 in Phoenix Room C of the University Union. For more, click http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2003jan.htm#apply.

Seehausen is new coordinator of PDC program for teachers

Dorothy J. Seehausen has been named coordinator of the Institute for Learning Partnership's Accomplished Educator Professional Development Certificate (PDC) Program. She replaces Lynn Gerlach, coordinator since September 1999. Seehausen comes to the PDC from the Literacy Council of Brown County, where she served as the workforce development coordinator since April 2000. She is also an adjunct writing instructor for UW-Green Bay and Concordia University. For more, click http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2003jan.htm#pdc.

PS on the PDC

If you read the previous item, didn't click on the link, but still wonder about the "PDC," here's what it's about. The PDC certificate for working teachers is a credential compensated equal to a master's degree in some districts. The PDC is one of four primary components launched by the Institute for Learning Partnership, a collaborative effort involving UW-Green Bay and the technical colleges, CESAs 7 and 8, schools administrators, teachers, education associations, business and civic leaders and school board members. Other components are a redesigned pre-service undergraduate program at UW-Green Bay, a standards-based master's program for educators at UW-Green Bay, and a grants program to promote school-based, action research projects.

Space Grant invites your participation

The Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium invites UW-Green Bay faculty and staff to apply for grants. Proposals from a wide variety of disciplines are encouraged, including climatology, chemistry, astronomy, engineering, remote sensing, conservation, physics, education and other disciplines. Space Grant also encourages students to investigate opportunities at http://www.uwgb.edu/wsgc.

Space grant No. 1: Research Seed Grants

Space Grant sends word that March 1, 2003, is the deadline to apply for a Faculty Research Seed Grant and Proposal Writing grants up to a $5,000 direct stipend per year. In addition, one such grant up to $10,000 is available. Other Research Initiative awards will be made up to $1,000. The probability of success in developing space-related research infrastructure is a factor. Additional information is available on the Space Grant site at http://www.uwgb.edu/wsgc/riposter.html.

Space grant No. 2: Higher Education Grants

March 1 is also the deadline for applying for Higher Education Grants of up to $8,000 available for value-added, higher education teaching/training projects related to any space or aerospace discipline. This is a seed-grant program for undergraduate education projects that support the most innovative ideas on how to increase the space and aerospace content of undergraduate university and college offerings. Additional information is available on the WSGC website at http://www.uwgb.edu/wsgc/heposter.html.

Briefs

Professors Weiping Liu, Business Administration, and DeChang Chen, Natural and Applied Sciences, are authors of a research paper, "Minimizing Error Costs in Discrete Prediction Model," published in Global Business and Financial Review.

Ismail Shariff, professor of Urban and Regional Studies/ Hendrickson professor of Business/chairperson of Economics, has published a paper titled, "The Theoretical Dimension of the Phases of Economic Planning Development in General and Agricultural Development in Particular," in International Journal of Development Planning, Vol. 17, No. 1, December 2002.

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