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September 24, 2008
The News
UW-Madison students move easily to emerging technologies
New technology tools have broad appeal to UW-Madison students. Already heavy users of technology for learning, communication and social interaction, students seem eager to explore new directions and take advantage of the latest tools. These findings are part of the 2008 Student Computing Survey, an annual study measuring trends in student use of UW-Madison computing services and technology more generally.
Obama and McCain in tight race in inaugural Big Ten Battleground Poll
In the inaugural Big Ten Battleground Poll, taken as the nation's financial crisis worsened last week, John McCain and Barack Obama were in a statistical dead heat in seven of the eight Midwest states included in the survey.
Madison police seek info in Randall Street robbery
At 10 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 19, two UW-Madison students reported they were walking toward Vilas Park when two suspects robbed them. Similar descriptions have been reported in recent incidents on Bascom Hill and Gilman Street. Anyone with information on the identity of the two men is urged to call Madison Area Crime Stoppers at 266-6014.
Living & Learning
New blog provides pictures, updates on new Union South
A new blog designed to provide information about construction of a new Union South offers artist renderings of the new building, a proposed timeline and more.
Study: College students prefer classes with online learning
What do today's undergraduates expect from their educational experience? Online lectures are moving to the top of the list, according to a new study released by the E-Business Institute, a campuswide initiative conducting multidisciplinary research on e-business strategies, emerging information technologies and innovative business practices.
International education prepares engineering students for global workplace
Begun in 2005 after a suggestion by an advisory committee comprised of industry representatives, the International Engineering Certificate Program, offered through the College of Engineering, helps students study a particular country or region of the world, and get a leg up in today’s competitive job market.
UW-Madison brews up a good relationship with MillerCoors
MillerCoors has donated a complete set of pilot-scale brewing equipment to the bacteriology department, enabling more sophisticated research into the process of fermentation.
Around Campus
Former president of Ireland, human rights champion to speak
Mary Robinson, former president of Ireland and United Nations Commissioner for Human Rights, will deliver a talk on "Human Rights in the 21st Century" for the Mildred Fish-Harnack Human Rights and Democracy Lecture at 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 26, at the Microbial Sciences Building's Ebling Symposium Center.
Rebecca Walker speaks for Distinguished Lecture Series
This wise-beyond-her-years speaker is a recipient of the Women Who Could Be President Award from the League of Women Voters and an expert on intergenerational feminism, multiculturalism and transformational human awareness. Walker will give an address centering on ideas laid out in her new book, “Hyphen-Nation: The Role of Race in a Globalized Society,” at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 29, Wisconsin Union Theater. Free tickets for students can be picked up at the Union Theater Box Office.
UW Votes '08 hosts panel, presidential debate screening
Students can share the experience of watching the first debate of the general campaign in a large-crowd environment and hear the commentary of special invitees for the occasion. 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 26, Rathskeller, Memorial Union.
University Theatre season full of partnerships, collaborations
University Theatre (UT) takes the concept of teamwork to new heights in its 2008-09 season, partnering with three different Madison producing organizations to offer new and varied learning experiences for the students that UT serves. The season begins this Friday, Sept. 26, at 7:30 p.m. in Vilas Hall’s Mitchell Theatre, as UT takes on one of the most famous radio plays of all time, based on H.G. Wells' novel "The War of the Worlds."
Revenge of the Nerds: Geek.Kon back for second convention
Ready to get your geek on? GEEK.KON, a convention designed for video game aficionados, Sci-Fi devotees and Dance Dance Revolution mavens, will be held this weekend on campus for the second straight year. Last year’s convention was a major, out-of-left-field success, with more than1,800 people attending from campus and around the Midwest. Vilas Hall and Mosse Humanities, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 26 and 27, 9 a.m.-11 p.m. and 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Reception kicks off new exhibitions in Union galleries
Enjoy light refreshments, live music and gallery talks at this reception marking the start of new exhibitions in the Union galleries. 7-9 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 26, Main Lounge and Wisconsin Union Galleries, Memorial Union.
Notable
Register to vote!
Interested in the presidential election? 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.
Registrar: Last day for tuition adjustment on dropped classes
Friday, Sept. 26, is the last day for a 50 percent tuition adjustment on dropped classes. Friday is also the last day for undergraduates to apply for pass/fail or to convert from credit to audit.
UW-Madison alumna to appear on 'Survivor: Gabon'
2005 graduate Jacquie Berg is among the 18 competitors on the new new "Survivor: Gabon." The 17th season of the show debuts on CBS at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 25.
Opportunities
Match your interests at the Volunteer Fair
At this largest career fair of the year, meet with representatives from more than 200 local, regional and national employers. This event is open to all students. Begin a job or internship search, start networking with employers or just start researching companies and careers. 4:30-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 23, Kohl Center.
New Union committee offers another way to be involved in campaign
Students can meet with more than 60 nonprofit agencies to learn about their missions and current volunteer opportunities. This is a great way to find a volunteer or service-learning opportunity that matches your major, passion or career goals. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 25, Great Hall, Memorial Union.
Teach for America seeks applicants
Students who would like to organize creative and thought-provoking forums, debates, sleepovers and pizza parties, as well as talk about the many issues at the forefront during the election season, are encouraged to take part in the Union’s Society and Politics Committee. Meetings are every Monday at 7 p.m., TITU Memorial Union.