Student NewsLink
Jan. 24, 2007
The News
Dean of students finalists to visit
Three finalists aiming to become the new dean of students will visit campus during the next month to meet and interview with students, administrators, faculty and staff. The first visit is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 25, in the MSC Lounge, Red Gym.
Regents host forum on comprehensive admissions
The UW System Board of Regents is hosting an educational forum on Monday, Jan. 29, on a proposed move to a comprehensive freshman admissions policy. The session will be held from 4-7 p.m. at the Pyle Center, 702 Langdon St. Students, faculty and staff are invited to participate in person and listen to feedback from around the state, carried by videoconferencing. In addition, a special Web site has been launched for the public to review a policy draft and share comments.
UW-Madison slips to No. 2 in Peace Corps volunteers
For the first time in more than 20 years, UW-Madison is not the top-producing institution for Peace Corps volunteers. The university, which had 106 alumni serve in the program last year, narrowly lost the top position to the University of Washington, with 110 alumni participants.
Executive Education ranks first worldwide
Executive Education in the School of Business has been rated best in the world for the second year in a row by The Economist Intelligence Unit.
Living & Learning
UHS Health Tip: Campus urged to guard against norovirus
Several outbreaks of norovirus infection have been documented in Dane County, and University Health Services is advising everyone on campus to be aware of the virus's impact.
UW-Madison fourth in Directors' Cup
UW-Madison is tied for fourth in the Division I Sports Academy Directors' Cup Standings compiled after the final fall seasons. Wisconsin's highest finish of the fall season was an NCAA runners-up performance by the men's cross country team, while women's cross country finished at No. 4, football ended the season at No. 6, and volleyball finished No. 11. Picking up where the fall teams left off, Badger men's basketball is ranked No. 2 in the nation by the Associated Press poll.
CCTAP helps students with child care fees
Student-parents enrolled at UW-Madison may qualify for financial assistance for child care fees through the Child Care Tuition Assistance Program (CCTAP), a program intended to help eligible low-income students obtain quality child care. Applications for spring semester are being accepted until Thursday, Feb. 15. For more information, deadlines, eligibility requirements and applications, visit: http://www.housing.wisc.edu/occfr
Lighten Up Wisconsin open to students
Was losing weight or exercising more part of your New Year's resolution? For UW-Madison students, achieving these goals has never been easier. The university is encouraging faculty, staff and students to participate in Lighten Up Wisconsin, a four-month challenge that supports teams in making "small, realistic and permanent changes" in members' lifestyles to encourage healthier living.
Around Campus
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.
Influential thinker D'Souza visits campus
Often cited as America's most influential conservative, Dinesh D'Souza will discuss his new book, "The Enemy at Home: The Cultural Left and Its Responsibility for 9/11," as part of the Distinguished Lecture Series. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30, Wisconsin Union Theater.
Take the Polar Plunge
Mu Kappa Tau will host an information booth for the Eighth Annual Polar Plunge benefiting the Special Olympics Wisconsin, to be held on Feb. 17. Ask questions and pick up registration materials, or go to the event Web site to register. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday, Jan. 30-31, lobby, Grainger Hall.
Madison's American Idol nominee to perform
Sixteen-year-old La Follette High School junior Denise Jackson, recently selected by the American Idol judges to perform in the first phase of the Hollywood competition, will perform on campus Thursday, Jan. 25, at 7 p.m. in Memorial Union's Great Hall. Admission is free but will be limited to UW-Madison students, faculty, staff, Union members and guests.
Notable
Last day to enroll; last day to drop classes
Friday, Jan. 26, is the last day to enroll without a $25 late fee, and Wednesday, Jan. 31, is the last day to drop classes without a DR or W appearing on transcripts.
Information: http://www.registrar.wisc.edu/
Academic Affairs moves to new offices
Student Academic Affairs units in the College of Letters and Science have new office locations. To check out the new and existing office spaces, students, faculty and staff are invited to attend an Open House from 1-3 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 26. Get information, enjoy refreshments and take tours at the new offices.
Intramurals: 5-on-5 basketball and team tennis
Basketball entries are taken on Tuesday and Wednesday, Jan. 30-31, in the SERF and Natatorium program offices during business hours. Entries for team tennis are taken from now until Tuesday, Jan. 30, in the Natatorium Program Office during business hours. See the Intramurals Web site for details about fees and league rules.
Opportunities
Get involved at the Student Organization Fair
Meet representatives from student organizations and learn about the benefits of getting involved. 5-8 p.m., Monday, Jan. 29, Great Hall, Memorial Union.
Homecoming Committee seeks new members
The Homecoming Committee is actively seeking outgoing and spirited members as part of its 2007 membership drive. Applications can be downloaded from the group's Web site or picked up at the Wisconsin Alumni Association, 650 N. Lake St. Information will also be available at the Student Organization Fair.
Google with authority
Library scientists offer tips on mastering the secrets of power searching and sharpening search skills to remove the clutter and quickly locate quality resources. The session will cover using Google, Google Scholar, Google Patents and Google Book. Experts will also demonstrate how to use FindIT and RefWorks with Google Scholar. 4-5:15 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 30, 108 Wendt Library.
Don't miss the Government and Nonprofit Career Fair
Anyone interested in learning about and getting involved with organizations in the government and nonprofit sectors will benefit from this event. Begin job, internship or volunteer searches, network with employers, or just start researching companies and careers. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 31, TITU Memorial Union.