Student NewsLink
March 14, 2007
The News
Chancellor, faculty comment on Law School controversy
Senior faculty of the Law School and Chancellor John D. Wiley issued separate statements that offer both an informed look back at the classroom controversy and fresh ideas on how to reestablish a constructive dialogue and heal damaged relationships.
Men's track wins NCAA championship
Chris Solinsky may not have won his third consecutive national title in the 3,000 meters, but his second-place finish propelled the track and field team to the 2007 NCAA Indoor Championship. The team won its first NCAA title in track and field and the first ever for a Big Ten Conference school.
Pedestrians urged to use caution around campus
With more than 40,000 students attending UW-Madison, most students walk to class or encounter large groups of pedestrians while driving through campus. Pedestrian safety is always an important issue for the university, and although snow and ice is melting, slick streets make the subject even more prevalent. Follow the link below to see tips for pedestrians and drivers.
Living & Learning
Be prepared for Madison's spring election
The upcoming election in Madison on April 3 will select a mayor, alders and school board members. Please note that this election falls during UW-Madison's spring break; if you plan to travel, visit the Web site below for information on obtaining an absentee ballot and other election information.
Berquam: Participate in ASM spring elections
Dean of Students Lori Berquam urges all students to play an active role in shared governance by voting in next week's online Associated Students of Madison spring elections. Online polling will take place starting 8 a.m. on Tuesday, March 20, running through 8 p.m. on Thursday, March 22.
Mercury contamination of fish warrants worldwide public warning
The health risks posed by mercury-contaminated fish is sufficient to warrant issuing a worldwide general warning to the public, especially children and women of childbearing age, to be careful about how much and which fish they eat. This is the key finding of a report issued by the International Conference on Mercury as a Global Pollutant, which was held last August in Madison.
UHS Health Tip: Have a safe, fun spring break
Not everyone heads south for a sunny spring break. But wherever you're going, if sex, alcohol or sun are part of your plans, visit the UHS link below for smart ways to keep your spring break healthy and fun.
Around Campus
Mayoral candidates square off in student-organized debate
Ray Allen and Dave Cieslewicz will talk about their positions on city and campus issues in a debate organized by UW-Madison students. 5:30 p.m. Sunday, March 18, Red Gym.
Learn about your next alderperson
The Wisconsin Black Student Union has invited Eli Judge and Lauren Woods, the two candidates for District 8 alderperson, to attend a meeting and inform the campus about their platform and why each wants to be the next alderperson representing Dane County. 7 p.m. Thursday, March 15, Red Gym.
Attend the Student Art Show's opening gala
The 79th Annual Student Art Show officially opens with a celebration at 7 p.m. Friday, March 16, in the Memorial Union's Main Lounge. The show, housed in the Porter Butts and Class of 1925 Galleries, runs March 16-April 24.
Hoofer Riding Club hosts Elaine Kramer
The only Wisconsin woman inducted into the Cowgirl Hall of Fame, Elaine Kramer will deliver a lecture along with a screening of a film detailing Kramer's accomplishments as an equestrian. The Riding Club also will hold a silent auction as part of this event. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 21, TITU Memorial Union.
Notable
Men's basketball enters tournament as no. 2 seed
The men's basketball team received its ninth consecutive invitation to the NCAA tournament, entering as a No. 2 seed in the East Region, the highest seeding in the team's history. The Badgers face Texas A&M Corpus Christi in the first round at 11:25 a.m. Friday in Chicago's United Center.
Tucker becomes all-time Badgers scoring leader
Alando Tucker gave a first-half performance even Michael Finley would enjoy. Tucker's first basket of the game against Illinois on Saturday, March 10, made Tucker the all-time leading scorer in Badgers basketball history. Tucker scored 14 of his game-high 21 points in the first half and led the Badgers to a 53-41 win over Illinois in a Big Ten tournament semifinal contest at the United Center.
Women's hockey: Frozen Four field set
The No. 1 women's hockey team will look for its second consecutive NCAA title at the Frozen Four March 16-18 at the Olympic Center in Lake Placid, N.Y. The Badgers will square off with No. 5 St. Lawrence at 4 p.m. on Friday, with the winner advancing to the championship game at noon on Sunday.
Women's basketball earns WNIT bid
The women's basketball team will appear in its third Women's National Invitation Tournament when it meets the winner of the Murray State-Arkansas State game on Thursday at 7 p.m. Wisconsin has bid to host all rounds of the WNIT at the Kohl Center, but Wisconsin will not know whether it hosts the next game until after the Murray State-Arkansas State game is finalized.
Men's hockey to face Michigan Tech in WCHA Final Five
Men's hockey will face Michigan Tech on Thursday, March 15, in the play-in game at the 2007 WCHA Final Five. The winner will face top-seeded Minnesota in a semifinal on Friday, March 16.
Opportunities
Two career fairs coming Monday
Students interested in pursuing IT careers are encouraged to attend the IT Career Fair from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday, March 19, second floor and Atrium, Grainger. Later that day, from 5-8:30 p.m. in the Kohl Center, the Spring Career Expo offers a great way to begin planning for a successful future. A list of companies represented at this second event is available at the link below.
Alumni to provide meals with a side of networking
The Dinners On Wisconsin! program will test the traditional alumni-student relationship by taking networking to the next level. Dinners On Wisconsin! provides undergraduates a chance to learn more about their career fields of interest by inviting them into the homes of UW-Madison graduates to discuss and explore their particular career choices over dinner. Monday and Tuesday, March 19 and 20.
Information: http://www.uwalumni.com/wasb