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Nov. 7, 2007
The News
Vice provost finalists announced
The university has narrowed its search to three finalists for vice provost for diversity and climate. The new vice provost will succeed Bernice Durand, who retired earlier this year, and will serve as the senior diversity officer, working closely with deans, directors and other campus leaders to promote the recruitment and retention of minority faculty, staff and students as well as providing leadership and fostering a positive environment for living, learning and working.
School of Social Work honored for diversity
The School of Social Work is one of four institutions honored by the Madison branch of the Young Women's Christian Association for their diversity practices at the organization's annual Racial Justice Community Summit.
Living & Learning
Twin brothers lead UW-Madison fishing team
With the UW-Madison campus set along the shore of Lake Mendota, the university has nationally recognized programs in rowing, sailing and limnology research. Add competitive fishing to that list.
New classes explore environmental film's mobilizing power
Gregg Mitman usually teaches courses on the history of ecology and the history of environment and global health. This semester, though, Mitman is teaching two new courses on the environment from a cinematic perspective: a class on environmental film in history and a hands-on production class in documentary storytelling.
For students, electric 'sled' is good, clean fun in the snow
Thanks to donations from Madison-based foundations and industry, a team of UW-Madison mechanical engineers will have the chance to develop an earth-friendly snowmobile that could facilitate scientific research in Antarctica and Greenland.
Countdown to Commencement set for Nov. 8
December graduates can prepare to "move on" by attending the the university's Countdown to Commencement. This one-stop-shop opportunity will take place from 10 a.m.-6.m. on Thursday, Nov. 8, in Memorial Union's Tripp Commons.
Around Campus
Former Republican National Committee Chair addresses campus
The Distinguished Lecture Series brings to campus Ken Mehlman, who served as the Republican National Committee chairman after working as the campaign manager for the Bush-Cheney '04 re-election ticket and the field director for their 2000 campaign. He speaks at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 14, in the Wisconsin Union Theater. Free tickets are now available to students, staff and faculty at the Union Box Office.
Cinefest celebrates activism through films and performances
The Eighth Annual Cinefest Multicultural Film and Performance Festival celebrates culture and social activism by bringing to campus filmmakers, spoken-word artists and musicians. The themes of this year's festival are hip hop and Cuban filmmaking. Thursday, Nov. 8-Sunday, Nov. 11, Orpheum Theatre and Memorial Union Play Circle; see Web site for full schedule.
Speaker to discuss environmental justice in Latino communities
Devon Pena, a scholar-activist who has studied social and environmental issues in Mexican-American communities of the West, will address the topic "More Stories From the Front Lines of the Struggle Against Environmental Equity" at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 12, in 180 Science Hall.
Madison Pop Festival returns to town
The Madison Pop Festival is an annual music festival featuring the best music from Madison, the Midwest, the United States and the world. Co-sponsored by the Wisconsin Union Directorate's Music Committee, this year's festival runs from Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 8-10. See the Web site for a complete schedule.
Space Place, School of Music offer celestial harmonies
Join guest artists from the School of Music for a live concert of astronomical music followed by stargazing on the rooftop observation deck. 7-9:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 9, UW Space Place, 2300 S. Park St.
Wisconsin Singers show celebrates 40 years
The Wisconsin Singers celebrate their 40th anniversary with "On Campus," a show choreographed by professional New York dancers and featuring favorites of American music from the past 40 years. 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 9-10, Wisconsin Union Theater. Cost: $10-$22.
Notable
Flu shots now available at UHS
Flu season can begin as early as October and last as late as May. Students are encouraged to get vaccinated to reduce their chances of getting the flu. Students can get a shot for free and do not need an appointment. Walk-in flu shot clinic hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4:30 p.m., at University Health Services, 1552 University Ave.
Alternative Winter Breaks applications due
The Alternative Breaks program gives students an opportunity to participate in volunteer and educational trips to culturally and economically diverse communities throughout the United States. Applications are due Wednesday, Nov. 14.
Opportunities
Enjoy Brazilian food while contributing to charity
The campus Brazilian Association is hosting a lunch to raise money that will go to the purchase of insulin, glasses, wheelchairs and other necessities that the group will send to people in the Northeast and Amazon regions of Brazil. Limited tickets are on sale for the lunch, to be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 11, in the Eagle Heights Community Center.
Entrepreneurial Deli addresses many sides of entrepreneurship
This "grab-and-go" event offers a variety of topics related to entrepreneurship, including finance, legal, marketing and more. Multiple presentations will occur simultaneously, and information will be shared cafeteria-style: Take in only what you want and leave the rest. 6 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 12, Tripp Commons, Memorial Union.
Panel to highlight global perspectives on education
A group of doctoral students will offer global perspectives on education in "Schooling Around the World: Sights, Sounds, Stories and Travels," a special program sponsored by the Department of Educational Policy Studies on Wednesday, Nov. 14, to mark International Education Week.