Vol. 39, No. 95, April 7, 2008     /     Log Archive

From the AP story on the death of larger-than-life actor Charlton Heston, who embraced political causes but never ran for office: "I've been president of the United States three times," he once joked, mentioning his movie roles. "And chancellor of England, and I ran the French government. And I led the Jews out of Egypt. What more could I want?" Seriously, he continued: "I haven't got (this acting thing) right yet, and I'm not going to quit until I do." He was 84. In real news today:

Kabacinski, Muench, Greenley, Roznowski are outstanding, distinguished
Members of the campus community are invited to join the UW-Green Bay Alumni Association in honoring four graduates for their accomplishments at the association's annual awards night on campus Saturday, April 19. Receiving Distinguished Alumni Awards will be David T. Muench, a community outreach specialist with EcoEnergy and former community development educator for UW-Extension; and Mary M. Kabacinski, a former teacher who went on to become chief financial officer at School Specialty, Inc., the nation's leading marketer of school supplies. Receiving Outstanding Recent Alumni Awards will be U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Amy Roznowski, a Cobra helicopter pilot who is on active duty and preparing to redeploy to Iraq; and Rachel (Neff) Greenley, assistant professor of pediatrics at the Medical College of Wisconsin. For details, see http://www.uwgb.edu/univcomm/news/page/.

Professors seeking donated items for Slovakia trip
Prof. Angela Bauer-Dantoin and a group of students and community members who are heading to Slovakia in May were highlighted as "Helping Hands" in Sunday's Green Bay Press-Gazette. The article profiled photographer Tina Bechtel, who visited Slovakia last year through an international travel course at UW-Green Bay. Bechtel, a former assistant curator for the Lawton Gallery, received special permission to photograph life in three Roma settlements. Her photographic work, "Gypsies (Roma) of Slovakia" is on display at The ARTgarage, 1400 Cedar St., through the rest of the month. The newspaper noted Bauer-Dantoin's efforts to collect donated goods for the Roma people. Bauer-Danton, Prof. Sarah Meredith, a group of nine UW-Green Bay students and three community members are heading back to the settlements for two weeks next month. Read the article at http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2008804060786.

List of desired supplies
Prof. Bauer-Danton is collecting musical instruments and medical supplies to take to Slovakia. She is looking to take small musical instruments (recorders, harmonicas, tambourines, flutes, etc.), art supplies, large and small paintbrushes, bandages, first-aid tape, over-the-counter medication for adults and children (Tylenol, Ibuprofen, etc.), anti-diarrhea medication, antibiotic ointment, multivitamins and dental supplies (tooth brushes, toothpaste, etc.), latex or vinyl disposable gloves. Drop off donations at her office, LS468, or in the Human Biology Office, LS453. Cash donations will also be gladly accepted for supplies. The UW-Green Bay group is leaving May 22 and returning June 2. For more info, contact Bauer-Dantoin at bauera@uwgb.edu or Meredith at meredits@uwgb.edu.

Sheepshead Review invites you to celebrates the arts, Tuesday
On Tuesday (April 8), from 1 to 5 p.m. in the Union's Phoenix Rooms A and B, the people of Sheepshead Review are presenting what they're calling "a celebration of the arts." There will be performances of drama and ballroom dancing, displays of the visual arts, and live music (from Brian Sutton as well as others). Participating student orgs and local businesses include Sheepshead, Black Student Union, Good Times Programming, Ballroom Dancing Club, Alternate Theatre and Teaosity. "Feel free to stop in for some refreshments, culture, music, and dancing!"

McIntosh obituary
Visitation continues Tuesday morning (April 8) until the service for Prof. Emeritus Tom McIntosh, who died last week at age 78. A full obituary recounts his many contributions as a UW-Green Bay faculty member, administrator and volunteer for such organizations as the Friends of the Cofrin Library. See http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080407/GPG010301/804070536/1212/GPG010301.

'Growing UWGB sets early cutoff for applications'
In case you missed it, that was the headline over Saturday's newspaper article on the news (previously announced here) that UW-Green Bay will close its new-freshman application process two weeks earlier than last year; the campus may see a record number of freshmen in fall. Click http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080405/GPG0101/804050556/1207.

UW System releases annual accountability report
The University of Wisconsin System met or partially met 19 of its 20 goals last year, according to its annual accountability report, Achieving Excellence. The new report will be presented by UW System President Kevin P. Reilly to the Board of Regents this Thursday (April 10).

For an overview, click:
http://www.wisconsin.edu/news/2008/r080404.htm.
The full UW System accountability report is available at:
http://www.uwsa.edu/opar/accountability/achieve08/ae0708.pdf.
If you're interested in data from a specific UW campus, try:
http://www.uwsa.edu/opar/accountability/achieve08/iae0708.pdf.

'Evolution of Native American Identity' is visiting lecture topic April 23
We'll have more details in a future edition, but mark your calendars now for a lecture from 11 a.m. to noon Wednesday, April 23, in the Christie Theatre. Visiting scholar Dave Edmunds will focus on how Native American identity has evolved through the past century and how terms such as "traditional" have changed as tribal cultures have evolved. The speech is part of the Historical Perspectives Lecture Series.

Students needed to review their peer's conduct
The Dean of Students office is looking for some fresh talent to serve on the Peer Conduct Review Board for next fall. A total of 12 students make up three boards that investigate complaints of student misconduct and make recommendations to the Dean of Students Office. Quality candidates should be interested in building fair communities and helping their peers learn from life's mistakes. Common majors who have shown interest in the program are Social Work, Psychology, Human Development, Education and anything pre-law. Please direct students you feel would be good candidates to the Dean of Students website (http://www.uwgb.edu/deanofstudents/pcrb) for applications or contact Mark Olkowski at 465-2152.

Recertify for CPR
Anyone who currently holds, or has held, a CPR certification from the American Red Cross may recertify in a class being held on Sunday, April 20, from 6 to 9 p.m. in Wood Hall 222. This class will be for Adult, Child and Infant CPR. Please notify Instructor Bruce VandenPlas of your intention to attend by e-mailing him at vandenpb@uwgb.edu by Wednesday, April 16. It is important to pre-register to get all materials needed. The cost for the class is $30.

Marriage by proxy? UW-Green Bay student's case raises questions
A UW-Green Bay student wants to marry her fiancé, who is stationed in Germany with his Army unit, but state law requires them both to be here to obtain a marriage license. The student could be at the center of proposing a change to Wisconsin law: http://www.wausaudailyherald.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080404/WDH0101/80404134/1981.

Slain UW-Madison student mourned
Students, friends, faculty, and community members gathered to honor and remember student Brittany Zimmermann, whose murder sent shock waves through the Madison campus. See http://www.madison.com/wsj/topstories/280522.

TV-26 takes local angle
NBC 26 aired a story over the weekend examining UW-Green Bay campus safety measures following the murder of a UW-Madison student: http://www.nbc26.com/news/local/17325689.html.

Cole quoted on race, 'diversity circles'
UW-Green Bay staff member Juliet Cole was quoted in a recent article about racism discussions in "diversity circles" convening throughout the month: http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080405/GPG0101/804050547/1207/GPGnews.

Audit says UW campuses should do more to protect private data
A report by UW System auditors suggests that, as a whole, UW institutions should do more to protect personal data. See media coverage at http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-ap-wi-taxpayerprivacy,0,2943619.story.

'Teaching without tenure at UW'
Saturday's Wisconsin State Journal featured an analysis of the fact that UW-Madison, like many large higher education institutions, is increasingly relying on instructional staff to fill teaching positions: http://www.madison.com/wsj/topstories/277161.

Green Bay Basketball and PMI reach new lease at Resch Center
The Press-Gazette is reporting that Phoenix Athletics will get a significant rental rebate any time men's basketball attendance on a given night surpasses a certain threshold. See more on the new Resch Center deal at http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080405/GPG020101/804050599/1229/GPGsports.

Green Bay's Coach K is staying put
Men's basketball coach Tod Kowalczyk made it clear to Press-Gazette reporter Rob Demovsky — who notes that the Phoenix "returns all of its key players next season and should be much improved" — that he's happy in Green Bay and won't be joining old boss Tom Crean at Indiana... http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080405/GPG020101/804050610/1225/GPGsports.

Harris moves on
... but Kowalczyk does have another opening to fill on his staff as assistant Jon Harris announced he is leaving for Missouri State of the tough Missouri Valley Conference. See http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080406/GPG020101/804060693/1229/GPGsports.

Photos: First Phoenix Fan Fest is fun for kids
Green Bay Athletics held the first Phoenix Fan Fest at the new Kress Center; children had the chance to "play" with the student athletes. See a recap at http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080404/GPG0101/804040692/1207/GPGnews.
Or visit the photo gallery at http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/apps/pbcs.dll/gallery?Avis=U0&Dato=20080404&Kategori=GPG01&Lopenr=804040801&Ref=PH.

More LOG on Tuesday
Didn't see your submission here? We're full up again, so you'll see it here tomorrow with a special bonus edition.

Habitat students will sell you duct tape, cardboard for shelter fundraiser
The UW-Green Bay Habitat for Humanity is planning a Shanty Town event for Friday, April 25, and Saturday, April 26, at Bay Evangelical Covenant Church, 2280 Nicolet Drive: Come with a group, or by yourself, and spend the night outside for one night to aid in the construction a local Habitat for Humanity home. For $6, a single person gets one roll of duct tape and five pieces of cardboard. A group of 2-4 people gets one roll of tape and 10 cardboard pieces for $10. Groups of 5 or more get two rolls of tape and 10 cardboard pieces for $15. A meal is provided. Register at the church between 4 and 5 p.m. Friday. Shanty building is from 5-6:30 p.m. with dinner afterward. Guest speakers will start at 7:30 p.m. For more information, e-mail Sarah Beckman at becksa27@uwgb.edu, or Cassie Johnson at johncj30W@uwgb.edu.

Video: Prof. Kaye shares Paine at Social Studies Convention
The WisconsinEye network (the state's version of C-SPAN) covered the recent Wisconsin Council for Social Studies Convention in Middleton. Prof. Harvey Kaye was the featured speaker. Parts 2 and 3 of their coverage features Kaye's speech about Thomas Paine as well as an interview after the speech, at http://www.wisconsineye.org/wisEye_programming/ARCHIVES-april08.html#evt_080401_wcss_kaye_01.

Brief
Prof. Craig Lockard, History and Social Change and Development, was busy in March, speaking on world history at three colleges in New Jersey and New York and then chairing and serving as a discussant for a panel comparing some nonmilitary aspects of the Vietnam and Iraq Wars at the annual conference of the Popular Culture and American Culture Associations in San Francisco. Additionally, his review of a book on the legendary John Henry appeared in the journal Labor History.

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