Student NewsLink
April 25, 2007
The News
UW students volunteer 10,000 hours and rock
More than 1,000 student volunteers will rock the Orpheum Theatre at 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 21, for UW-Madison's first 10,000 Hours Show.
Living & Learning
Last chance to submit essay for convocation speech contest
What would you tell new students about life on campus? Chancellor Wiley is asking students to write essays about life at the university, with the winner given the opportunity to address 5,500 new students from the floor of the Kohl Center at the Chancellor's Convocation on Aug. 31. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, May 2.
Enright finds a way with forgiveness curriculum
Bob Enright is bringing a "forgiveness curriculum" to teachers in Milwaukee public schools, where many work with children affected by community violence. The work reflects similar efforts Enright has made in Belfast, Ireland.
Marc Bamuthi Joseph will leave imprint on campus
As his time as artist in residence comes to a close, Bamuthi reflects on his stay at UW-Madison, his work with students in the classroom and building a spoken-word movement in Madison.
UHS Health Tip: Prices lowered for generic contraceptives
Continuing a tradition of making exercise fun and accessible for everyone, the Kinesiology Club has organized the 11th Annual 5K Poker Run/Walk. The grand prize goes to the participant with the highest poker hand, not the fastest time. 6 p.m. Thursday, April 19, Natatorium. Registration starts at 4:30 p.m.
Around Campus
All-Campus Party celebrates end of school year
The All-Campus Party takes place from Saturday-Saturday, April 21-28, bringing to campus a full slate of events.
Rosenberg offers introduction to nonviolent communication
UW-Madison graduate and international peacemaker-trainer Marshall Rosenberg will speak on the who, what, why, where and how of nonviolent communication, including finding the source of conflict, common ground and what to do to find resolution. 7 p.m. Monday, April 30, 6210 Sewell Social Science.
Fetzer Learning Center celebrates 10 years
The Athletic Department will offer light refreshments and a tour to celebrate the first 10 years of this state-of-the-art facility. 3-6 p.m. Tuesday, May 1, McClain Facility, lower level, Fetzer Learning Center.
Film critic's lecture starts Romanian Film Festival
To start off the Romanian Film Festival, Romanian film critic Andrei Gorzo discusses the recent international emergence of the country's film industry, 7 p.m. Thursday, April 26, 1180 Grainger. The festival runs April 27-29 in the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art, 227 State St.
Tuition increaseís effects go under the microscope
Bruce Beck, Office of Academic Planning and Analysis, speaks about the consequences of the recent differential undergraduate tuition increases. Noon-1 p.m. Wednesday, May 2, 405 Education Building.
Notable
Use GUTS Drop-In Tutoring for end-of-term work
Get free drop-in tutoring from the Greater University Tutoring Service 3-11 p.m. every Sunday and 7-11 p.m. Monday-Wednesday. Hours vary by location. Subjects include chemistry, math, physics, languages, engineering and more. Check the Web site for exact courses, times and updated schedules. Second floor, College Library, and entrance floor, Steenbock Library.
Opportunities
Physical Therapy Program hosts massage fundraiser
Physical therapy students will give massages to raise money for their professional organization, Phi Theta. Costs are $8 for 15 minutes and $15 for 30 minutes. The students also will answer any questions about musculoskeletal conditions or the Physical Therapy Program. 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, April 27, 4150 Medical Sciences Center.