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Vol.
38, No. 90, April 9, 2007 / Log
Archive
This is the LOG newsletter for the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, where we're still digesting the import of the major announcement made earlier today in this same space. No news that big here, but it's jam-packed with good stuff. Here goes:
• Sneak preview: Academic Excellence Symposium
• Alumni event welcomes 'Distinguished' trio
• Youngsters Carroll, Moua share honors
• Also Saturday: Powwow
• College of Menominee Nation, Dr. Verna Fowler in the news
• Professors share 'Perspectives of the Holocaust'
• National Library Week
• Events share history, purpose, Friends
• ETS on GRE: Never mind
• Peacock-Landrum might know more
• News travels fast on Shepard decision
• Another academic honor ($7,500 worth) for soccer's Gross
• Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus
• Phuture Phoenix is here to stay
• Media coverage of new BAS degree
• Spiders in your house!!!! Deal with it
• Sharp questions for Doyle's 'Wisconsin Covenant' idea
• Alumni tuition deal might be extended
• 'Patently obvious' mistake on UW stem cells
• For sale: Great home for a good cause
• 'Class Matters' sponsored by Instructional Development Council
• Accreditation talk
• 'Teen Connection': teens with dreams
• Snapshots: Watershed symposium
• Reminder: 'Phoenix Forum'
• Reminder: Perks for student works
• Home opener on Wednesday?
• Briefs: Dettman, Smith
Sneak preview of Wednesday's Symposium: A sampling of student research
There's a nice Web site up and running that shares a sampling of images as well as all the names, presenters and projects that will be in the spotlight at Wednesday's Academic Excellence Symposium. Visit http://www.uwgb.edu/lasdean/aes/index.htm.
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Reminder: UW-Green Bay students display their scholarly and creative work Wednesday (April 11) at the sixth annual Academic Excellence Symposium from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Winter Garden area of Mary Ann Cofrin Hall. For the news release, click http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2007apr.htm#symposium.
Saturday's Alumni Association event welcomes 'Distinguished' trio
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Alumni Association will honor standout graduates at the association's annual awards night Saturday, April 14. Distinguished Alumni Awards will be presented to:
• Kathleen Christensen, director of the Program on the Workplace, Work Force and Working Families at the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation in New York;
• Mike Jackson, president and chief operating officer of Supervalu Stores Inc. in Eden Prairie, Minn.;
• Wayne Micksch, president of Quality Insulation and Asbestos Removal Inc. of Green Bay.
For more-complete bios on a very impressive group of 'Distinguished' honorees, click http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2007apr.htm#alumniawards.
Carroll, Moua are young-alumni honorees; details on dinner
Outstanding Recent Alumni Awards will be presented to Joseph Carroll, assistant professor of ophthalmology and biophysics at the Medical College of Wisconsin, and Ma Manee Moua, assistant attorney general with the Wisconsin Department of Justice. Awards Night at the Weidner Center will begin with a 5 p.m. reception, dinner at 6 p.m. and the recognition program to follow. Tickets are $25 per person. To reserve tickets, contact Mark Brunette by phone at (920) 465-2586 or at brunettm@uwgb.edu.
Also Saturday: 15th Annual UW-Green Bay Powwow
If you have never been to a Powwow: The Phoenix Sports Center will be the site Saturday (April 14), from noon to 10 p.m., for the annual UW-Green Bay Powwow hosted by Intertribal Student Council with support from the American Intercultural Center and Student Life. The Grand Entry takes place at 1 and 7 p.m. Dancers, drummers, craft and food vendors and entertainer Wade Fernandez... free admission... a great cultural experience with hundreds of visitors from Wisconsin's American Indian communities and beyond... and native and non-native people coming together. Questions? Call the AIC at 465-2720. See you there!
The story of the College of Menominee Nation, and Dr. Verna Fowler
Did you see Sunday's tremendous newspaper story on a UW-Green Bay friend, partner and former student, Dr. Verna Fowler, and the two-year institution she helped found 15 years ago? Her College of Menominee Nation in Keshena has about 500 students and 20 professors... and the hopes of many tribal members are riding along. See the Journal Sentinel at http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=588205.
Four faculty members to present 'Perspectives of the Holocaust' on April 17
UW-Green Bay faculty members will lead a panel discussion "Perspectives of the Holocaust" from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 17 in MAC Hall 208. The event is in support of the community project "One Book, One Community." Panelists and their subjects are:
• Prof. Clifton Ganyard (humanistic studies, history), History of the Holocaust;
• Prof. Lucy Arendt (management), The Nazi Organization and Bureaucracy;
• Prof. Illene Noppe (human development and psychology), Death and Dying; and
• Prof. David Coury (humanistic studies and German), Artistic Representations of the Holocaust.
Prof. Brian Sutton (humanistic studies) will moderate. The event is free and open to the public and is co-sponsored by the Friends of the Cofrin Library. It's part of the "One Book" project centering on the book Night by Elie Wiesel. For more, see (http://www.browncountyreads.org).
Event is part of National Library Week observances at UW-Green Bay
"Come Together @ your library" is the theme for the Cofrin Library's observance of National Library Week, April 15 through 21. Leah Smith, library services assistant (ext. 2540) tells us the Holocaust program on April 17 is one of various events. Others:
• The campus community is invited to brown bag lunches all week in the Library. These lunches, which will be hosted by a different library department each day, will be a great opportunity for staff and students to come together, ask questions and make suggestions about your library. (Look for more details later)
• On Wednesday, April 18, the Library will sponsor the second annual "Jazz on the Plaza", featuring John Salerno's musical stylings. There will also be treats all week and a chance to come together to build a community puzzle.
National Library Week has history, purpose, Friends
First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April. Libraries are the places where everyone — regardless of age, race or income — can come together, whether it's for entertainment, self-help or to find their place in their community. For more information on our library, please visit the Cofrin Library or see our Web site at http://www.uwgb.edu/library/index.asp. For information on how you can become a member of the Friends of the Cofrin Library and help to make this library great, please see http://www.uwgb.edu/library/friends/index.html or ask for an application at the third floor Circulation Desk.
ETS on GRE: Sorry, we've changed our minds
Maybe you remember all the talk about ETS adopting a new format for the GRE (the Graduate Record Examination). Forget it. Last week, ETS issued a news release saying that "While ETS and the Board remain committed to improving the test, on balance, we believe the potential risk to testing access outweighed the benefits of immediately moving to the new format." A news release can be viewed at http://www.ets.org/gre.
Regarding GRE, Peacock-Landrum might know more
For the testing year September 2007 through June 2008, ETS says it will continue to offer the GRE General Test in its current computer-based, continuous testing format. As much as anyone on this campus, Linda Peacock-Landrum has been keeping tabs on the ramp-up to what turned out to be a non-launch. Questions? Try her at ext. 2163, or peacockl@uwgb.edu.
News travels fast on Shepard decision
Already, the Green Bay Press-Gazette's online edition is headlining this afternoon's announcement by Chancellor Bruce Shepard that he will not interview for the opening at Western Michigan University. (See http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070409/GPG0101/70409091/1206/GPGnews)
The P-G note is based on the full University news release at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2007apr.htm#withdraw.
Another academic honor for soccer's Gross (this time a $7,500 scholarship)
Stephanie Gross, a senior on the UW-Green Bay women's soccer team, is the first Phoenix student athlete selected to receive an NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship Award. The human development and psychology major will receive $7,500 to continue her education following her graduation this spring. Earlier this year, Gross was named First-Team Academic All-American. "The NCAA postgraduate scholarships are very competitive awards," commented Prof. Donna Ritch, faculty athletics representative. For the full story, click http://uwgbathletics.cstv.com/sports/w-soccer/spec-rel/040907aab.html.
'Entertainment Worth Coming Out For!' Gay Men's Chorus visits Sunday
The Twin Cities Gay Men's Vocal Chorus will be performing at the Ecumenical Center this Sunday (April 15) at 1 p.m. The show is free and open to the public; donations will be accepted. If you check out the group's Web site (http://www.tcgmc.org/) you'll notice the "Entertainment Worth Coming Out For!" tagline, as well as solid reviews for their performances, and a note that part of their mission is to present a positive image of gay men to their audiences and the larger community. The performance is sponsored by the Straight and Gay Alliance student organization. Questions? Jolanda Sallmann, assistant professor of Social Work, is SAGA's faculty adviser.
Newspaper story emphasizes Phuture Phoenix is here to stay
Although the shift had been in the works for some time, a front-page story in Saturday's Green Bay Press-Gazette noted that the handoff of the Phuture Phoenix program is especially timely, given recent discussion of possible new opportunities for founder Cyndie Shepard, and her husband, Bruce. Keep in mind, the story was written before the Chancellor's announcement earlier today. Click http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070407/GPG0101/704070529/1207/GPGnews.
Media coverage of new BAS degree, impact for tech-college transfers
Previously announced here, UW-Green Bay's new Bachelor of Applied Studies degree — allowing students to transfer up to 60 credits from area technical colleges toward a liberal arts degree — got Public Radio play this morning, and Press-Gazette coverage over the weekend at http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070406/GPG0101/704060598/1207/GPGnews.
Do you have arthropod 'houseguests'? (Probably) Learn more here
UW-Green Bay biologist Prof. Michael Draney will discuss "Uninvited guests: arthropods in your house and what to do with them" at a workshop from 9 a.m. to 12 noon this Saturday (April 14) at the Cofrin Center for Biodiversity. It's the latest in the free workshop series, and rescheduled from an earlier date. Draney will introduce some of the fascinating animals likely to be found in Wisconsin homes, including spiders and a veritable host of insects. To register, follow the link at http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2007apr.htm#arthropod.
Sharp questions for Doyle's 'Wisconsin Covenant' idea
Many, many people have lauded Gov. Jim Doyle's "Wisconsin Covenenant" idea — make college possible for every kid who gets decent grades in high school — with relatively few questions asked. Until now. What's it going to cost? And who's going to pay? See http://www.madison.com/wsj/home/local/index.php?ntid=128160&ntpid=1.
Alumni tuition deal might be extended
The Board of Regents is considering extending the UW System's "Return to Wisconsin" pilot program — which reduces the full out-of-state tuition for children and grandchildren of some UW System alumni — for another three years. See http://www.twincities.com/wisconsin/ci_5604898?nclick_check=1.
Editorial: US Patent Office makes 'patently obvious' mistake on UW stem cells
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel argued last week that since UW-Madison pioneered stem-cell research, patents for its technology should be upheld... and opined that a pending appeal is likely to be successful. See http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=586129.
For sale: Great home overlooking bay (proceeds to Phoenix scholarships)
"Phoenix Home Build Project II" — a unique fundraiser in which all proceeds from the sale of a new home will be donated to the Phoenix Fund for student-athlete scholarships — is nearing the completion stage. Scheduled to be ready in May, the house is located at 2841 Durham Road, just north of campus and west of Red Smith School. For more details and work-in-progress photos, contact Jeanne Stangel or click
http://uwgbathletics.cstv.com/phoenix-fund/wigb-phoenix-fund.html.
'Class Matters' on April 16 is sponsored by Instructional Development Council
Announced previously in this space was the free videoconference "Breaking Down Class Barriers in the Workplace and the Classroom" with author Betsy Leondar-Wright. Viewing and discussion on this campus will take place in MAC Hall Room 137, from noon to 1 p.m. next Monday (April 16). We should have also mentioned that the Instructional Development Council is a sponsor, and invites all to attend.
Accreditation forums
A reminder: UW-Green Bay will host informational forums in the next two weeks concerning the ongoing North Central Association review for institutional re-accreditation, and the NCAA re-certification process. The session will be held from 8 to 10 a.m. this Friday (April 13) and repeated from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 17, both times in the 1965 Room. Draft copies of the first six chapters of the institutional Self-Study Report are available at http://www.uwgb.edu/hlcselfstudy2007/chapters/ for review prior to the forum. A copy of the NCAA Report will soon be available at http://www.uwgb.edu/ncaacert/.
Teens pursuing their dreams, on 'Teen Connection'
No "teens in trouble" theme for this episode. At 7 p.m. Tuesday (April 10) the Public Television show Teen Connection welcomes teens with dreams: a violinist, a mountain climber, a web designer, a photographic journalist, a harp composer and hybrid car designer. The program originates right here on campus thanks to NEWIST/CESA 7 and Educational TV Productions of Northeast Wisconsin. Visit www.wpt.org/teenconnection.
Snapshots: Watershed symposium
Last month's Watershed Symposium of the Lower Fox River Watershed Monitoring Program provided an opportunity for area high school students to interact with university faculty and other professional scientists. Some snapshots: http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/page/photo.htm.
Reminder 'Phoenix Forum'
The fourth annual Phoenix Forum at UW-Green Bay on Tuesday (April 10) will focus on what it means to be a global citizen at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. in Phoenix Rooms A and B of the Union. Click http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/archive/2007apr.htm#forum.
Let's see... free cookies, ice cream and more
Here's a reminder on Student Employee Recognition Week running today (Monday, April 9) through Friday, with plenty of special activities and freebies. To see the list, check: http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/logarchive/logarchive38/2007apr5.htm#recognition.
Home opener pushed back to Wednesday (or later?)
After having its scheduled home opener against UIC cancelled due to wintry weather last weekend, the Phoenix softball team takes another shot this Wednesday (April 11). The Minnesota Golden Gophers are scheduled to be the doubleheader opponent at 1 p.m. We'll see. Watch the weather, and stay tuned.
Briefs
Dave Dettman, head of Cofrin Library instruction, will present a session at the Wisconsin Association for Academic Librarians Conference on April 19. The title of his presentation is "Can Students Meet the Demands of Today's Classrooms and Tomorrow's Workplace? Assessing Information Literacy and Communication Technology Skills."
Leah Smith, a library services assistant with the Cofrin Library, will present a poster session at the Wisconsin Association for Academic Librarians Conference on April 18th. The title of her presentation is "Prize boxes, flying fish and more: Appreciating our Student Employees". The focus of her poster session will be on the things the Access Services department at the Cofrin Library does to help their students grow as employees and reward them for their efforts. This includes everything from bringing in speakers from Career Services to incorporating the FISH! philosophy into their daily work.
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