Vol. 35, No. 47 / February 15, 2004

Now the frontrunner: Kerry to campaign at UW-Green Bay on Monday

A whirlwind week of national political activity continues at UW-Green Bay on Monday (Feb. 16) when Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry visits campus. Kerry will hold a campaign rally at 3:30 p.m. at the Phoenix Sports Center. A special guest, U.S. Sen. Ted Kennedy, will introduce his fellow Democratic senator from Massachusetts. Kerry is the third presidential candidate to visit in a week and the fourth since November. Vermont Gov. Howard Dean campaigned here last Monday, and North Carolina Sen. John Edwards was here Wednesday. Retired Gen. Wesley Clark, who has since withdrawn from the race, visited UW-Green Bay on Nov.25. The Wisconsin presidential primary is Tuesday (Feb. 17).

Reminder on parking for the men from Massachusetts

Monday's visit by Sen. John Kerry and Sen. Ted Kennedy is free and open to the public, of course, and parking is expected to be at a premium. Access to the Phoenix Sports Center lot will be prohibited until approximately 2:30 p.m., an hour before the event.

Photo gallery: Images from the 'UW-Green Bay Primary'

Measure success by enthusiastic crowds and every one of the presidential contenders to hit campus thus far has been a winner. Newly posted on the Web are photos from last Wednesday's John Edwards stop at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/photoarch/people/edwards.htm. Monday's Howard Dean appearance is archived at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/photoarch/people/dean.htm. Watch this space Tuesday for Kerry and Kennedy images.

Another LOG ONLine Tuesday

Submit an article for publication in this newsletter? Once again, don't fear if it's not here. Drowning in too much news, we'll surface Tuesday morning with another bonus issue.

More on Aldrete project

Prof. Greg Aldrete of Humanistic Studies (History) is among 180 scholars nationwide and one of only three in Wisconsin to receive a prestigious National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) research fellowship. That has already been noted here, last month, but we now have more and interesting detail at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2004feb.htm#fellowship.

Snapshots: UW-Green Bay meets 'Monday Night Football'

Eagerly awaiting announcement of the 2004 Packers home schedule is instructor Mike Schmitt on behalf of his "Elements of TV Production" class because they would love another "Monday Night Football" visit to Lambeau Field. The ABC-TV crew, among the best in the business, generously shared its time last November with the touring class on game day. If you haven't checked the "Connections" Web page recently, photos and more on the MNF connection are fourth link on the left at http://www.uwgb.edu/connect/.

Warner's students, Outreach partner in program evaluation

Another addition to the "Connections" list involves the noncredit Certificate for Nonprofit Professionals Program coordinated by Outreach program manager Barbara McClure-Lukens. It is being analyzed and assessed by students in instructor Lora Warner's "Program Evaluation" course who will plan the evaluation, develop tools, and measure outcomes. McClure-Lukens will use the findings to improve the Outreach certificate program.

Pulling for Miss 'UW' Green Bay

The reign of music education major Laura Kolar as Miss Green Bay ends this week, but two UW-Green Bay students are in the running to take her place. Lisa Hecker is a junior majoring in business administration and Melissa Staley is a junior music education major. Staley is using UW-Green Bay's Phuture Phoenix Program — and helping youth aspire to higher education — as her platform. Both women will compete as vocalists in the competition at 7 p.m. Saturday (Feb. 21) at Bay Port High School. The winner advances to the Miss Wisconsin Pageant in Oshkosh later this year in hopes of succeeding Tina Sauerhammer, Class of '99.

Storm chasing session to 'blow you away'

"If you enjoy following severe weather (and who doesn't — at least from a distance), prepare to be blown away." That's the invitation from UW-Green Bay Natural and Applied Sciences and The Packerland Chapter of the American Meteorological Society as they welcome storm chaser/artist Mr. Kinney Adams and his presentation, "Storm Art and the Art of Storm Chasing." The presentation described as a "unique perspective on interesting weather" will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday (Feb. 19) in Rose Hall 250. It's free and open to the public.

Chicago brass group will follow concert with master classes

Artemis Chamber Brass of Chicago presents the next in the Chamber Music at Green Bay concert series at 7 p.m. Thursday (Feb. 19) in Fort Howard Hall of the Weidner Center. The experiences of the five group members include performing with world-class symphony orchestras in the U.S. and abroad. Following the concert, they will offer master classes in trumpet, horn, trombone and tuba at various locations in the Weidner Center. For more, see the press release at www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2004feb.htm#chamber.

Campus helps with Green Bay Birthday Gala

Getting a boost from UW-Green Bay participation is the city of Green Bay's official Birthday Gala on Thursday, Feb. 26, at the Lambeau Field Atrium. Prof. John Salerno, his jazz combo and the Jazz Ensemble will perform, and a historical display created by Deb Anderson of the Cofrin Library's Area Research Center will be featured. Campus participation is being coordinated by Bob Skorczewski Jr. of Outreach and Extension. Scott Hildebrand of the Marketing and Communications Office is on the event's marketing and promotions team.

Tickets? Visit the Mayor's Office

A limited number of tickets remain on sale for the Feb. 26 Birthday Gala. The event offers dinner and dancing, a city flag for all attending, a video documentary of historical milestones, past mayors, heritage performers and more. Following dinner, birthday cake and a champagne toast, partygoers will go up to the club level for dessert, more exhibits and to dance to the captivating sounds of the UW-Green Bay Jazz Ensemble. Says Mayor Jim Schmitt, "(This) is a once in a lifetime event that is open to the entire public. ..You only have one opportunity to celebrate your 150th birthday." Tickets, at $50 per person, are available at the Mayor's Office,100 North Jefferson Street, Room 200.

Gjerde selected to prestigious Small Business Innovation board

Noteworthy news noted in February's Outreach and Extension newsletter: Doug Gjerde, director of the Small Business Development Center, has been elected to the board of directors of the nonprofit, statewide Wisconsin Small Business Innovation Consortium (WISBIC). He is in impressive company, with representatives from the state Department of Commerce, the Medical College of Wisconsin, U.S. Bank, Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation, and others. WISBIC works to create a supportive environment for commercialization of new technologies for start-up and growth of small, innovative businesses.

Business Prof. Russ opines on 'creative class,' paper center

Prof. Meir Russ of the UW-Green Bay Business faculty is again featured columnist in the local Chamber of Commerce "Friday Report." His newest column links Prof. Richard Florida's "creative-class" typology on the new economy, UW-Green Bay's community connections and the paper sciences technology transfer center. See http://fridayreport.titletown.org/fridayreport/current+articles/economic+news.asp.

Does UW-Green Bay contribute to incubating No. 1 job growth rating?

At least one analyst thinks the greater Green Bay area earned its No. 1 ranking from Inc. magazine because of solid "incubators" for startup small businesses. While not specifically mentioned in the story, UW-Green Bay could have been mentioned (with a hand in the local Business Development Center on Potts Avenue, and other initiatives). Read between the lines at http://www.jsonline.com/bym/news/feb04/207149.asp.

UW-Milwaukee Chancellor search narrows to four

On Feb. 27 a Regents subcommittee will interview the four finalists for the chancellor position at UW-Milwaukee. Finalists announced last week are:

• Charles DeLisi, professor of science /engineering, professor of physics, professor of biomedical engineering and senior associate provost for biosciences, Boston University;
• Samuel Kirkpatrick, president, Eastern Michigan University;
• Roderick McDavis, provost and vice president for academic affairs, Virginia Commonwealth University;
• Carlos Santiago, provost and vice president for academic affairs, University at Albany, State University of New York;

The full release is available at http://www.wisconsin.edu/news/2004/r040213.htm.

The topic is 'internships'; RSVP with Linda this week

RSVP by Friday with Linda Peacock-Landrum in Career Services if you're interested in attending the third annual Recruitment Update, which will focus entirely on internships this year. The program is set for 8 to 11 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 24 in the 1965 Room of the University Union. Three panels — UW-Green Bay faculty, area host employers, and current UW-Green Bay students — are featured. For more, go to http://www.uwgb.edu/careers/2004_RecruitmentUpdate.htm.

Have Money -Can Travel!

The Academic Staff Professional Development Allocations Committee announces that it has limited monies still available to assist academic staff in attending professional development meetings & programs. Funding is available for up to 50% of the total cost, not to exceed $500. Total funding provided is subject to availability and may be less than requested. Review the guidelines, complete the proposal request form (available by clicking on: ASPDAC$$) Submit to: John Landrum, (Mail to: Student Life UU 153) prior to the next committee meeting, committee meets the second Wednesday of every month. If you have any questions, please contact a member of this year's committee: Robert Skorczewski Jr. (Chair), Sherri Urcavich, MiLissa Stipe, Lidia Nonn and John Landrum.

Student Ambassador selection is under way

Applications for 2004-05 Student Ambassadors are now available at the Office of Student Life. To qualify, students must have completed one year of full-time enrollment at UW-Green Bay, have a cumulative grade-point average of at least 2.50, and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The application deadline is 4:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27.

Ambassadors they are

Already this year the Ambassadors have amassed almost 4,000 hours of service to the campus, assisting with programs for prospective and new students and their parents, conducting campus tours, serving on student panels, and serving as hosts at official University functions.

Family Weekend — filling fast, deadlines approaching

Tuesday, Feb. 17 is the final day to register for some of the Family Weekend (Feb.27-29) events. A schedule of events and downloadable registration form is listed at http://www.uwgb.edu/stulife/events/family.htm.

Faculty and staff give 'Touch of Class' to Family Weekend

UWGB faculty and staff join in on the fun with "Touch of Class" seminars that promise to be fun and informative. Our classy stars and abbreviated descriptions of their subjects include:

— Prof. Tim Meyer, Making Sense of TV
— Illene Noppe, Men and Women Grieve Differently
— Michael Draney, Uninvited Guests: Arthropods in Your House
— Chad Goeden, UWGB Connects to the Global Community
— Steve Meyer, Hold On to Your Hat: Severe Weather in Wisconsin
— Scott Furlong, Political Campaigns and Television Ads
— Juliet Cole, African Dance/Music
— Sara Schmitz, Nutrition News You Can Use

Gardening experts lead Feb. symposium

Successful Gardening with Native Plants: Focus on Nurturing Wetlands," is a team venture between Cofrin Center for Biodiversity and Outreach and Extension. The one-day seminar, Saturday, Feb. 28, is loaded with gardening tips and discussion led by top-notch professionals. Leading the keynote will be ecologist Mike Sands, with an overview of Prairie Crossing, a new residential conservation community in suburban Chicago.

Other presenters:
— Randy Powers, restoration ecologist and owner of Prairie Future Seed Co.,
— Randy Korb, wildlife educator and author
— Dr. Steve Maassen, director of Wild Ones Seeds for Education Program
— Roger Bannermann, Wisconsin DNR
— Randal Maurer, partner and plant biologist with Native Solutions Environmental Consulting
— Tom Aranow, Aranow Associates.

For more, see http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2004feb.htm#garden.

Reminders

Stand up and be recognized
Campus colleagues are reminded to join Chancellor Shepard in recognizing more than 175 student-athletes on their academic excellence at halftime of the Phoenix men's basketball game at the Resch Center at 7 p.m. Wednesday (Feb. 18). Contact Marilyn McCarey at mccareym@uwgb.edu or 465-2625 for complimentary tickets. Faculty and staff will also be asked to stand up and be recognized as they share in the honor.

Simple form for Founder's nomination is on the Web
You have until Friday, Feb. 20 to nominate a colleague for a Founders Award. The nomination form is simple to complete and can be found on the Web at http://www.uwgb.edu/sofas/founders/.

Symposium Deadline TODAY!
Faculty members are reminded to submit their nomination for the upcoming Academic Excellence Symposium by the end of the day (Monday, Feb. 16) to the Phi Kappa Phi Chapter Office in CL 823. E-mail Julie Reisinger for a nomination form.

Jackson counsels future attorneys
University's Legal Council, Melissa Jackson, will speak to students interested in law careers from 3:30 to 4:20, Tuesday (Feb. 17) in MAC Hall 303. Law careers, the LSATs, undergraduate preparation for law school, and the application process, will be topics of discussion.

Briefs

Michael Zorn, assistant professor of Chemistry, had his paper, "Characterization of gas-phase adsorption on metal oxide thin-films using a magneto elastic resonance microbalance," recently published in the journal "Analytical Chemistry." The study evaluated the use of a magneto elastic-based sensor to analyze gas-phase organic compounds.

Education outreach director Carmen Leuthner accompanied more than a dozen K-12 Wisconsin teachers to the Kennedy Space Center last month to get a first-hand view of the aerospace industry and make connections between the math, science, and technology content they teach.

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