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Student NewsLink — December 3, 2003
THE NEWS
UW-Madison students above national average in study abroad
UW-Madison students continue to study abroad in record numbers, according to figures
released by International Academic Programs, the office responsible for tracking study-abroad
statistics campuswide.
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Brain study shows some animals crave exercise
Like junkies without drugs, mice without running wheels crave what they lack, suggesting
that some animals can develop an addiction for exercise, report scientists in the
Dec. 1 issue of the journal Behavioral Neuroscience.
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LIVING & LEARNING
Journalism school software expands Web-based research
A homegrown software innovation born of "creative laziness" in the School
of Journalism and Mass Communication is saving time and money, and opening doors to
a new world of online survey research.
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29 faculty among most cited researchers
Twenty-nine UW-Madison faculty members are among the most cited researchers in their
fields during two decades, according to a recent survey by a leading citation indexing
company.
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New 'knight' champions Dutch language, culture
Over the years, R. Byron Bird, professor emeritus of chemical and biological engineering,
has promoted Dutch language and culture. He became smitten with the country and its
people while on a Fulbright fellowship in Amsterdam in 1950. The Netherlands honored
him for his efforts earlier this year.
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AROUND CAMPUS
(Searchable campus events calendar)
Annual Forestry Club tree sale begins Friday
The annual Forestry Club Christmas tree sale will be held at the Stock Pavilion, Friday,
Dec. 5, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 6, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m.-4
p.m.
Horn choir concert to enhance holiday season
The ancient tradition of the horn ensemble, dating back hundreds of years from French
and Austrian hunt clubs, is finding new expression among a group of students at UW-Madison.
The Horn Choir performs 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, in the Elvehjem Museum of Art.
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L&S graduation reception set for Dec. 21
College of Letters & Science graduates, their families and friends are invited
to a reception at 12:30 p.m., on Sunday, Dec. 21, in the Kohl Center's Nicholas Johnson
Pavilion. Light refreshments and photo opportunities with Bucky Badger will be available
as faculty and staff from the college extend congratulations to the new graduates.
The event is sponsored by the Wisconsin Alumni Association and the College of Letters
& Science. Information: 265-0457. RSVP to http://www.uwalumni.com/lscommencement
by Monday, Dec. 8.
IN BRIEF
Request Music City Bowl tickets Dec. 9-10
Student football season ticket holders may make requests for Music City Bowl tickets
Dec. 9-10, until 4:30 p.m., via uwbadgers.com or in person at the Athletic Ticket
Office at gate B of the Kohl Center. If necessary a lottery will be run on Dec. 11
to determine which ticket requests are filled. A credit card must be used to place
a request; all filled requests will be charged. Notification will be sent by e-mail
notifying individuals of the outcome of ticket requests.
Details
Charter Street project to start this week
The construction project on Charter Street between Linden Drive and University Avenue
is expected to get underway this week. Motorists, motorcyclists, moped drivers and
bicyclists should look for traffic control measures, and be prepared to use alternate
routes.
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Volleyball team heads to NCAA tourney
Wisconsin travels to College Station, Texas, on Friday and Saturday for first and
second-round matches of the 2003 NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball Championship.
The Badgers (21-10) take on 21st-ranked Arizona (17-14) in first-round action on Friday
at 5 p.m.
OPPORTUNITIES
Service-learning trip to Japan, Sri Lanka planned
Those interested in learning more about the Japan-Sri Lanka Study-Service Tour March
12-28 are invited to attend an information session 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8, in
Mezzanine A&B of the Red Gym. For information, contact Rick Brooks, 265-4077,
rbrooks@dcs.wisc.edu
Relieve pre-finals stress with help from the CIVC
The Campus Information and Visitor Center is hosting a series of events and activities
next week, Dec. 8-12, to help students relieve stress before finals begin. Events
include massage and stress-reduction workshops, exam preparation sessions, screenings
of Disney movies and exercise classes.
Details
Scholarship opportunities for undergraduates
Wisconsin Hilldale Fellowships and Holstrom Environmental Scholarships, for those
with at least junior standing, provide opportunities for undergraduates to participate
in collaborative research with faculty or staff. The awards provide a grant of $4,000
to the student, plus $1,000 to the faculty/staff supervisor. The Holstrom scholarships
require an environmental focus. Applications are due Friday, Feb. 6.
Details, application
The University Book Store Academic Excellence Awards provide $1,000
each to undergraduates who have distinguished themselves by completing outstanding
projects at UW-Madison. Applications are due Friday, Feb. 27.
Details, application
Learn about careers in student affairs
Explore careers in student affairs from 6-9 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 9, in the On Wisconsin
Room at the Red Gym. The program includes information about finding and applying to
graduate school, a panel discussion with seasoned professionals, and free
pizza and soda.
Details
Volunteer your time this holiday season
Join the Community Services Committee of the Wisconsin Union Directorate in helping
spread joy throughout Madison this holiday season. Help decorate a senior center,
rake leaves or carol around Madison. These and many other service events are open
to all students, faculty and staff. Information: 265-5002, communityservice@union.wisc.edu,
http://www.union.wisc.edu/communityservices/calendardec.htm