Vol. 36, No. 34 / December 2, 2004

Bowing to pressure, we give you more LOG

The LOG ONLine newsletter is now a Monday AND Thursday afternoon publication in response to an ever-increasing number of submissions. The twice-weekly distribution has been the de facto policy for some time, but now we're making it official. Continue to send items to LOG@uwgb.edu.

Chancellor named to commission on higher education's future

UW-Green Bay Chancellor Bruce Shepard is helping map the future of public higher education in America. Shepard is one of 12 university presidents and chancellors serving on the Commission on Public University Renewal. The commission was appointed by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU). Their charge is to define the public university needed in the 21st century in light of economic, demographic, social and political trends, and report back by November 2005. See http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2004nov.htm#commission.

Yes, that was Jan Snyder on TV

Those watching WBAY-TV 2 news last night might have seen a human-interest story involving Jan Snyder, program assistant in the Provost's Office. The topic was her involvement in on-line support groups for Marine and other military families. (She has one son in the Air Force and one in the Marines.) She described how support groups have rallied behind families including that of local Marine Benjamin Edinger, recently killed in Iraq. Snyder plans to attend local services for Edinger this weekend in order to present his family a "memory book" on behalf of her organization.

Yes, that was Joan Keberlein fielding a punt at Lambeau Monday night

Who says there's no football tradition at UW-Green Bay? Joan Keberlein of the Human Resources Office gave football the old college try Monday night just minutes before the kickoff of the Packers-Rams game before 70,000 spectators. She won a drawing, was one of two contestants invited onto the field, and was given a chance to catch a 30-yard punt for the right to continue on for more prizes. Sadly — and witnesses differ as to whether it was the heavy football helmet she was forced to wear, a line-drive misfire from the automatic punting gun, or perhaps swirling winds — the punt bounced off Keberlein's... shoulder... and fell to the ground. She got to keep the football and a $100 consolation prize, and watch the game from prime seats.

Proud performance for Phoenix Pride captain

Credit Phoenix Pride Dance Team captain Katie Hanrahan and UW-Green Bay alumnus April (Vanden Plas) Prokash '92, with a fine halftime show during Monday night's Green Bay Packers game. Hanrahan designed the choreography and Prokash planned the entire extravaganza, which involved 120 high school dance team members and a handful of college and alumni performers. Performers came from 10 area high schools (and one from Prescott, Wis), St. Norbert College, and UW-Green Bay. What went into the project? Practices in the Packer's Don Hutson Center, a 2,500-word script, and plenty of tutoring with the high school performers. We'll have photos and more in the next Inside UW-Green Bay magazine.

Landscape symposium features work of eight students

"A Manual for Conservation Landscaping," a free symposium, will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday, Dec. 9, in Mary Ann Cofrin Hall Room 139. Eight students from the Ecological Applications course taught by Prof. Robert Howe will report on their research on ecologically sound residential development in Northeastern Wisconsin. For the full release go to http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2004dec.htm#landscape.

Local firm collaborated on project

The conservation landscaping project is being carried out in collaboration with Judith Perlman and William Weismueller of Moonshadows Development LLC, a conservation-design residential development in Manitowoc County. Students who take the Ecological Applications course typically are seniors or graduate students. Presentations and presenters are:

9:10 a.m., Border Landscaping and Woodland Restoration, Jay Watson
9:30 a.m., Prairie/Savannah Open Space, Danielle Dusold
9:50 a.m., Woodland/Shrub Wildlife Habitat, John Regnitz
10:10 a.m., Riparian Forest Management, Laura Bratz
10:30 a.m., Drainage Corridors, Eddie J. Heath
10:50 a.m., Wetland Restoration, Andrew Hinickle
11:10 a.m. Beach Restoration and Bank Stabilization, Sarah Mittnacht
11:30 a.m., Recreational Trails and Scenic Features, Angela Kittell

Percussion concert will involve Prof. Grosso, honors, reception and more

Look for full details in Monday's newsletter about a concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10, by UW-Green Bay's Contemporary Percussion Ensemble and the Hand Drumming Ensemble. A VIP ticket option is offered as a scholarship fundraiser; a reception is planned; and new works will be performed as director Cheryl Grosso is honored. Stay tuned.

'Dido and Aeneas' opens tonight with royalty in the cast

The UW-Green Bay Opera Workshop production of "Dido and Aeneas" opens at 7:30 p.m. tonight in University Theater with Miss Green Bay Area 2003, Lauran Kolar, singing the role of Dido's confidante, Belinda. The coincidence is that both Kolar and Miss Green Bay Area 2004, Melissa Staley, are in the cast and in fact share the role of Belinda. Kolar will perform the role again on Saturday evening, and Staley has the part of Belinda at Friday and Sunday performances. The curtain for the Henry Purcell opera each night is at 7:30. Tickets are still available at $6 for adults and $3 for students. Call extension 2217 for tickets.

Come early for 'Green Room' talks before the opera

A reminder that Greg Aldrete and Catherine Henze will alternate presenting talks at 6:45 p.m. in the Green Room, Theater Hall Room 178, prior to performances of "Dido and Aeneas." Aldrete will compare the opera's version of Dido and Aeneas to Virgil's story in the Aeneid. Henze will talk about 17th century interpretations of the meaning of literature and drama in England. Henze also will participate in the performance on viola da gamba.

Kwanzaa reminder

Kwanzaa at UW-Green Bay runs from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday (Dec. 4) in the Phoenix Rooms of the University Union. Details? See http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2004nov.htm#kwanzaa.

Director says 'How I Learned to Drive' is a 'fascinating journey'

Senior Terra Schultz says the story of a young girl's sexual abuse by an uncle in the Pulitzer Prize winning play, "How I Learned to Drive," being performed at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, Dec. 8-11 in Studio Two of the Weidner Center for the Performing Arts is much more than a villain abusing a victim. "The relationship has several other layers that are completely normal and even admirable," says Schultz. Admission to the student-led production is free. Directors for student-led plays are chosen on the basis of proposals submitted to faculty. For more, see http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2004dec.htm#drive.

Holiday gift ideas? Try student art, on Dec. 13 and 14

The Art Agency will hold its annual Holiday Sale on December 13 and 14, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day in the Phoenix Rooms. Students will be selling ceramics, jewelry, photos, textiles, prints and other handmade items.

'Gadgets and Gizmos' is open to all

"Emerging Technologies for Home and Office" is the formal title of a program set for noon to 1:30 p.m. Dec. 10 in the Union's 1965 Room. Are you interested in learning about the latest technology to support and bewilder us in our work and personal lives? Join Allan Jamir and his colleagues from Camera Corner/Connecting Point for a demonstration of new and emerging technologies in the areas of PDA's and personal organizers, data storage, laptops and notebooks, digital cameras and video, and telecommunications. You'll have the opportunity to both see and try out some of the newest technology products. Bring your lunch — dessert and beverages will be on the Academic Staff Professional Development Programming Committee. All are welcome.

'Give-A-Kid-A-Book,' save 25% at Phoenix Bookstore

In support of the "Learning Tree" program, sponsored by Student Life and the "Give-A-Kid-A-Book" campaign, the Phoenix Bookstore will continue to offer a 25% discount on children's books purchased at the store for donation to these programs until the end of the semester. You can select a child for the Learning Tree at either the bookstore or the Student Life office. This program goes through Friday, Dec. 10. A drop box for the Give-A-Kid-A-Book program is outside the store.

Women play at 3 p.m. Saturday and 7 p.m. Wednesday

The Phoenix women's basketball team blew past Big Ten power Illinois last night, 72-43, in the first of an important three-game non-conference homestand. The recent LOG may have been unclear on start times for the next two games. The game Saturday (Dec. 4) vs. Marquette tips off at 3 p.m. Next Wednesday's game vs. Final Four participant Minnesota is a 7 p.m. start.

A couple of tickets remain for Minnesota, and they're going fast for other games

The Marquette game at the PSC is a sell-out. Athletics ticket director Marilyn McCarey says a few tickets have been released for the Minnesota game (a previously announced sell-out) but they won't last long. Also, only a few hundred tickets remain for remaining games this season. If you can't be there, listen to the broadcasts on 1440 WNFL-AM.

Daughter of Hall of Famer (Aspenson) Sagal to sing National Anthem

A side-note: Amanda Sagal, daughter of Phoenix women's basketball Hall of Famer, Sue (Aspenson) Sagal '89 and alumnus Bill Sagal '88 will sing the National Anthem at Saturday's game. Already a veteran of public appearances, the 11-year-old has performed previously at Phoenix volleyball matches and a recent men's basketball game at the Resch Center.

Cofrin Library Hears From You!

This from the Cofrin Library: "Last spring you were asked to participate in Cofrin Library's LibQUAL+ service quality survey as part of a larger UW System-sponsored survey. We appreciate the 480 survey responses and written comments we received from you and thank you for them. Survey results were sent to us and other LibQUAL participants during the summer. Since that time, library staff members have reviewed the data and comments and made plans for addressing many of the concerns you expressed. Please take a look at http://www.uwgb.edu/library/survey/results.htm for a brief overview, data summaries, and a recap of what we're accomplishing in response to your comments. The report also includes charts showing how Cofrin Library service compares to other libraries in the UW System and the nation. Any questions or comments about the survey can be sent to David Dettman, LibQUAL local project coordinator (465-2666), or Leanne Hansen (465-2537)."

Drop by on your way out the door this evening for faculty talks

Faculty lectures are taking place from 3 to 5 p.m. today (Thursday, Dec. 2), in the Christie Theatre. Prof. Kevin Fermanich of NAS will be speaking on the quality of our rivers, lakes and groundwater as related to activities in our watersheds. Prof. Andrew Fiala of Humanistic Studies will talk about his book Practical Pacifism, in which he considers terrorism, war, and the cultural and psychological roots of violence. Refreshments will be served.

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