Student NewsLink
Jan. 23, 2008
The News
Students nominated for chancellor search
The Associated Students of Madison has nominated two current students to serve on the search and screen committee that will help identify the next chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison. They join a committee made up of a total of 23 students, faculty, staff, administrators, community members and alumni who will be asked to identify five unranked finalists for the position.
Start the semester with fresh batteries, fire safety information
In the wake of two serious fires affecting UW-Madison students, a coalition led by the Offices of the Dean of Students and the Madison Fire Department is urging students to take time to check their smoke detectors to ensure that the units are operating, and never disable the unit or "borrow" the battery for other uses. To help kick off the campaign and give student smoke detectors a boost, 1,980 free Rayovac 9-volt batteries will be distributed to UW-Madison students on a first-come, first-served basis as part of Fire Safety Awareness Week.
Work begins on future site of Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery
A major change will begin to take shape on campus this month as construction begins at the future site of the Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery.
Living & Learning
UW-Madison joins largest climate change teach-in in U.S. history
On Jan. 30 and 31, the University of Wisconsin-Madison will participate in Focus the Nation, an unprecedented teach-in on global warming solutions with the aim of preparing millions of students to become leaders in responding to the challenge.
Wisconsin Idea grants bring a community focus to current affairs
From preserving the oldest aerial photographs of Wisconsin to projecting the effects of climate change on planting and hunting seasons in the region, the 15 projects supported this year by the Wisconsin Idea Endowment help put academic efforts to work for the state.
UW-Madison No. 2 in producing Peace Corps volunteers
For the second straight year, UW-Madison is second in the nation in producing alumni volunteers to the Peace Corps.
Computer programming team places first in regional competition
The UW-Madison computer programming team "Red No. 40" beat 198 other teams to place first in the North Central Regional Competition of the International Collegiate Programming Competition in early November, qualifying the team to compete in the World Finals in April.
Around Campus
Tango Fire ignites Wisconsin Union Theater
The dancers of Estampas Porteñas are joined by the musicians of Quatrotango and singer Javier di Ciriaco to create “Tango Fire,” an amazing showcase of Argentina's heart and soul. 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 29, Cost: $32-18 general. $10 UW-Madison students.
Information: 262-2201, boxoffice@wut.org
Wisconsin Welcome helps new students adjust
The Wisconsin Welcome program offers a wide variety of events for new students to relax, have fun and learn about the many ways to get involved in activities on campus. See the Web site for a complete listing of events.
Global Connections offers free Tango lessons, dance
The Wisconsin Union Directorate’s Global Connections committee sponsors this evening of free tango dancing and instruction. Intermediate lessons are at 6 p.m., beginner lessons are at 7, and the dance begins at 8. Great Hall, Memorial Union, Thursday, Jan. 24.
Union South Games Room offers Midnight Bowling
Every Friday and Saturday while classes are in session, enjoy half-price bowling for $1.60 per person per game. Shoe rental is free with purchase of any non-alcoholic beverage.
Notable
Registrar: Last day to enroll; last day to drop classes
Friday, Jan. 25, is the last day to enroll without a $25 late fee, and Wednesday, Jan. 30, is the last day to drop classes without a DR or W appearing on transcripts.
Intramurals: 5-on-5 basketball and team tennis
Basketball entries are taken on Tuesday and Wednesday, Jan. 29-30, in the SERF and Natatorium program offices during business hours. Entries for team tennis are taken from now until Friday, Feb. 1, in the Natatorium Program Office during business hours. See the Intramurals Web site for details about fees and league rules.
Opportunities
Explore ways to join at the Student Organization Fair
This fair brings together representatives of the hundreds of student organizations on campus to recruit new members from 5-8 p.m., Monday, Jan. 28, Great Hall, Memorial Union.
Public Service Fair offers countless ways to volunteer
This event, formerly the Government and Nonprofit Volunteer and Career Fair, is the perfect place to begin a job, internship or volunteer search, to network with employers, or just to start researching companies and careers. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 30, Great Hall, Memorial Union.
Learn about Career Services Office at Spring Semester Open House
Letters & Science/School of Human Ecology Career Services invites students to the Spring Open House from 1-4 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 25, at 1305 Linden Drive, Suite 205. Enjoy free food, sign up for mock-interview day, register for eRecruiting (which includes a planner), drop off resumes for critique and sign up for raffle prizes.