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October 8, 2008
The News
UW Credit Union joins UW-Madison scholarship effort
The University of Wisconsin Credit Union has stepped forward to support a new initiative -- "Great people. Great place." -- for need-based scholarships for UW-Madison students.
UW Marching Band suspended over misconduct allegations
The UW Marching Band has been suspended as a result of serious hazing allegations. The suspension, which applies to band performances, is effective immediately. Personal conduct of marching band members has been a matter of concern for some years.
Madison police looking for info on new robbery
The Madison Police Department is continuing to look for information leading to the arrest of individuals involved in a string of armed robberies on and around the UW-Madison campus. The latest incident, involving a student and a staff member, took place at 1:39 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 8, on the bike path near the 1100 block of Spring Street.
Homecoming 2008: Bucky to the Rescue!
Faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive, and able to pump up a crowd of more than 80,000 fans, it's Super Bucky! "Bucky to the Rescue!" is the theme for Homecoming 2008, which kicks off on Friday, Oct. 17, with student activities on Library Mall beginning at 11:45 a.m., following by a cardboard-barge race on Lake Mendota at 2:30 p.m.
Living & Learning
Big Ten Network's 'Friday Night Tailgate' coming to campus
Be part of a live program on the Big Ten Network and show your support for the Badgers. From 7-9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 12, the crew from the Big Ten Network's "Friday Night Tailgate" will broadcast from campus.
Got Questions? Use Ask Bucky Live Chat
Visitor and Information Programs recently launched Ask Bucky Live Chat, making the university one of the first in the country to offer a Live Chat program to the general public.
Pharmacy classmates remember Nickel
More than 45,000 runners are expected to participate in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Saturday, Oct. 12. UW-Madison student Sarah Balzar will have more on her mind that day than simply finishing with a fast time. Balzar will be running in memory of her friend and classmate, Adam Nickel, a third-year UW-Madison doctor of pharmacy student who passed away suddenly after finishing the Little Rock, Ark., Marathon on March 2.
Out former Packers player to speak on campus
Former professional football player Esera Tuaolo, a member of the Green Bay Packers from 1991-92, will speak on campus about his experience as a closeted gay man in the hyper-masculine world of the NFL as keynote speaker for Finding Common Ground: National Coming Out Week 2008. 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9, Great Hall, Memorial Union.
Around Campus
Distinguished UW alumni to headline spotlight lecture series
The university welcomes five prominent graduates back to campus this year as part of a special lecture series titled "Distinguished Alumni Series: Living the Wisconsin Idea," which will showcase a diverse group of alumni who will share with students their journeys since graduation. The series will begin at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9, TITU Memorial Union, with a talk from Linnea Smith, founder and medical director of the Yanomono Medical Clinic, located in the Amazon jungle of northeastern Peru.
Professor discusses his book on Wisconsin's voting history
Robert Booth Fowler, professor emeritus of political science, offers an account of Wisconsin's current status as a battleground state in light of his recent book, which examines voting behavior in Wisconsin from statehood in 1848 to the present. 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 12, Tripp Commons, Memorial Union.
Freedom of Information Council marks anniversary
The Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council, a statewide nonprofit group devoted to protecting access to public meetings and records, will mark its 30th anniversary with a program hosted by the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. The celebration features an address by Shirley Abrahamson, chief justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, on the importance of open government in Wisconsin. 4 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 13, Nafziger Conference Room, fifth floor, Vilas Hall.
Forum to focus on climate change in Wisconsin
Regional impacts of global warming will be the topic of the third annual Wisconsin Climate Change Forum on Tuesday, Oct. 14, in Weeks Hall. An informal reception will precede the program at 6:30 p.m., and Linda Mearns, a leading expert on regional climate change, will speak at 7 p.m. in room AB20. A panel of Wisconsin scientists and public officials will join Mearns in a discussion from 8-9 p.m.
Federal Reserve Bank of Boston CEO to speak on banks, economy
As the nation's economy continues to reel under the weight of a Wall Street shakeup, the president and chief executive officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston will size up the impact of financial institutions on the economy. 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9, room B10, Ingraham Hall.
Special panel discusses youth vote issues
Engage in a discussion about youth vote issues with U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin along with MTV Street Team's Charlie Berens and the political science department's David Canon. 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 8, TITU Memorial Union.
Notable
Vote in ASM elections
All UW-Madison students are encouraged to vote in the upcoming Associated Students of Madison (ASM) fall elections. Elections will be held Monday-Wednesday, Oct. 13-Oct. 15. Four Freshman Student Council and two Student Services Finance Committee seats are available. All voting will take place online.
Screening service free for National Depression Screening Day
The good news: With early screening, depression is easily diagnosed and treated, minimizing its devastating effects on people's lives. This year, Mental Health America of Wisconsin will offer once again a free, confidential and simple online screening on National Depression Screening Day on Friday, Oct. 10. The screening tool provides immediate feedback related to indicators for depression and resources for treatment.
Register to vote on Election Day
UW-Madison students who are U.S. citizens, turn 18 on or before Election Day (Nov. 4), and are Wisconsin resident for 10 days prior to registering are eligible to vote in Madison. Learn all of the essential details, including how to register and where to go to vote, and participate in the political process.
Opportunities
Fair brings more than 100 law schools to campus
Talk to admissions staff, pick up brochures and applications, ask questions and learn more about schools of interest. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9, Great Hall, Memorial Union.
Centro Hispano, Schools of Hope to recruit campus tutors Thursday
The Centro Hispano tutoring program will have an informational booth for interested students from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9, in Library Mall. There will also be tutor training and sign-up for the Schools of Hope tutoring program Thursday evening in the Memorial Union from 2:30 p.m.-5 p.m. The programs give students of all educational backgrounds the chance to tutor preschool to high school children.
Undergraduate journal 'Illumination' accepting submissions
"Illumination: The Undergraduate Journal of Humanities" is currently accepting submissions for the fall issue. The journal publishes essays, prose, poetry and art of all types from undergraduate students. The deadline is Friday, Oct. 17.
Apply to be a campus guide
Visitor and Information Programs and the Office of Admissions are looking for outgoing and enthusiastic students to represent UW-Madison as information guides and tour guides in spring 2009. The offices seek to employ students who reflect the diversity of the campus community. Starting Salary is $8 per hour with opportunities for advancement up to $12. Applications are available online, and the deadline is Oct. 28.