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Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2001
STUDENT
COMPUTER FEE SURVEY:
The Rod Library Student Computer Fee Committee is conducting a survey
to help it decide which projects to recommend for funding with student
computer fee money. The survey will run through Sun., November 18. The
survey is available online and in paper form in the library lobby. http://www.uni.edu/library/survey.htm
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CAMPUS DINING SURVEY: Help
continue to improve on-campus dining services by completing a customer
satisfaction survey this week. Surveys will be available at each of
15 locations including food carts, dining centers, convenience stores
and restaurants. Your written comments are optional and appreciated.
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BISCOTTI'S BREAD: Thanksgiving
is coming soon and a loaf of bread would be great with your Thanksgiving
meal. Biscotti's offers several great breads to go with any meal or
just a snack.
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EMPLOYMENT WITH THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT:
The government has simplified the job posting and hiring
process. In addition, numerous opportunities for students from all majors
exist. The Career Center is offering two informational meetings for
those who want to learn more about employment opportunities with the
federal government. Ambassador Room, Maucker Union, Tues., Nov. 13,
2-3 p.m.; Wed., Nov. 14, 12-1 p.m. For more information contact Isabela
Varela at 3-6857 or isabela.varela@uni.edu.
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UNI ROD LIBRARY COURSE RESERVE REINSTATEMENTS
DUE NOV 30th: If you would like to have the same items on
reserve for the spring semester you can reinstate online at: http://www.uni.edu/library/reinstatement_form.htm.
After December 14 all items will be removed from the reserve area and
returned to the shelves or to the faculty member. For more information:
email libmsc@uni.edu or phone
3-6002.
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WEIGHT TRAINING AVAILABLE:
Interested in setting up a weight training program with a motivational
partner at your side? Personal training might be for you! Call Krisy
Leen at 3-7167 or visit WRC 101. http://www.uni.edu/wellrec/fitleis/fitleis.html#personal
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BEGINNING READING CONFERENCE 2002:
It's not too late to present at this celebrated forum for Iowa's early
elementary reading educators. Quality presentations in all areas of
early reading and language arts instruction are being sought. Visit
the Beginning Reading Web site for more information. http://www.pls.uni.edu/read/proposal.html
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BOARD
OF REGENTS:
The Board of Regents, State of Iowa, will meet on our campus this week.
To view docket items, visit http://www2.state.ia.us/regents/meetings/docketmemos/memos.html
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STUDENT SOCIAL WORK ASSOCIATION SPONSORS
FUNDRAISER: UNI'S Student Social Work Association will sponsor
a fundraising event to raise tax-deductible cash contributions and new
items for children of the Rosebud Reservation located in Mission, Todd
County, SD. Cash contributions may be made payable to Mission Foster
Children's Fund UNI SSWA, 30 Sabin, Cedar Falls, IA 50614. Critically
needed items include new or like-new tennis shoes, new underwear, blankets,
disposable diapers, mild baby shampoo, winter apparel and new toys.
Boys sizes 8-20 and all teenagers are identified as the "most forgotten".
Donation sites are The Vibe Coffee Shop, 909 West 23rd St. and the Maucker
Union.
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AEOP ADOPT-A-FAMILY: Once
again the members of the UNI AEOP have adopted UNI student families
to assist during the holiday season. For a list of donations and drop-off
locations, visit http://www.uni.edu/aeop/adoptafamily.html
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AEOP CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON:
Invitations for the AEOP Christmas luncheon are being mailed out this
week to all currently registered members. The luncheon is scheduled
for Tues., Dec. 11 at noon in Maucker Union Expansion Room C. If you
have not paid your dues yet please do so immediately so an invitation
for the luncheon can be sent to you. For more information contact Lynn
Perigo, 3-2622.
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UNI'S MOST POPULAR RECIPES FOR SALE:
A recipe card set of 21 of the most popular salads is available for
$3.75. The salad recipes are part of a series of recipe sets including
cookies, appetizers, and soups. Recipe sets can be purchased at the
Department of Residence Office, Biscotti's in Redeker Center and the
23rd St. Market in the Commons.
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CAMP ADVENTURE-FALL RECRUITMENT:
This past year UNI students joined 750 college-aged counselors who served
in 150 program sites in 20 different nations. UNI provides students'
travel, accommodation and a tax-free stipend for living expenses. There
is also flexibility for international internships and 12 hours of academic
credit. They are still looking for 100 committed students to participate
in the spring training program. The next Leadership Assessment Center
is Sat., Dec. 8. For additional information, email Susan.Edginton@uni.edu
or visit http://www.campadventure.com/
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NEW EXHIBITS AT THE ROD LIBRARY:
The Rod Library invites you to view three new exhibits this month. The
main display case features a colorful overview of UNI athletics. The
first floor exhibit highlights the Students First campaign, and the
display case in Reference offers a collection of cameos and costume
jewelry. If you'd like to create a display in the library, please contact
Rebecca Berg for more information.
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UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN: UNI's
United Way Campaign continues this week as faculty and staff volunteers
recieve donationss and pledges from colleagues across the university.
Return your pledge forms to your United Way volunteer. For more information,
visit http://uni.edu/dor/UnitedWay
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PARKING DURING FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS:
Due to IHSAA Football Playoffs, parking lots around the UNI-Dome will
be monitored. If you have a University parking permit you will not be
charged for parking. Please visit http://www.uni.edu/unidome/info/ihsaa.html
for dates and times of games.
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GET YOUR SMASH MOUTH TICKETS:
Tickets are on sale now for the SMASH MOUTH concert Dec. 5, 8 p.m. at
the UNI-Dome. Tickets are $15 for UNI Students and $20 for General Public.
Tickets can be purchased at all UNI ticket outlets: UNI-Dome, Maucker
Union, GBPAC, and Strayer-Wood Theatre or call 3-DOME or visit at http://www.tickets.com
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PEACEMAKERS & PEACEKEEPERS:
Nov. 11 (Veterans Day) kicks off a week of honoring UNI faculty/staff
and students who are veterans of the Peace Corps or US Military. Celebrate
those among us who have left our shores to be peacekeepers and peacemakers.
Free vet pins and supporter stickers are available at the Deparment
of Residence Office, dining centers and Maucker Info Desk.
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MASSAGES: Get a relaxing
massage at the Wellness Resource Lab. Massages are $10 for 15 minutes
(cash, check, u-bill, or payroll deduct). Sessions up to one hour may
be purchased. Gift certificates are available. Call 3-6119 to schedule
an appointment or stop in WRC 104.
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WOMEN'S
VOLLEYBALL VS. IOWA STATE:
The last regular season home volleyball match of the year Tues., Nov.
13, 7 p.m. Celebrate Senior Night and honor Kim McCaffrey, who has
had a stellar career in the West Gym. Advance tickets can be purchased
by calling 3-DOME.
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PAT/HISTORY DEPT. LECTURE:
Charles Holcombe, UNI Department of History, will give a presentation
on "Immigrants and Strangers: From Cosmopolitanism to Confucian Universalism
in Tang China (618-907)." The lecture is free and open to the public
and will begin at 7 p.m. on Wed., Nov. 14, in SRL 115.
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NORTH INDIA CLASSICAL CONCERT:
Wed., Nov. 14, 8 p.m., Russell Hall Auditorium. The School of Music
will host Debu Chaudhuri, sitar and Anup Ghosh, tabla, in a concert
of the classical music of North India. Tickets at the door: general
admission, $10, N.E.Iowa India Soc. $5, students with UNI I.D $4.
For more information contact Thomas Tritle, 3-2429 or
tritle@uni.edu http://www.uni.edu/chfa/musicdescrip.html
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STUDY ABROAD AND CIEP OPEN HOUSE:
Thurs., Nov. 15, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Office of International Programs,
59 Baker. Students, faculty and staff interested in learning more
about study abroad options and the Culture & Intensive English Program
are invited to attend. Meet with staff and students from both programs.
Refreshments provided.
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INTERPRETERS THEATRE PERFORMANCE:
UNI Interpreters Theatre announces its second show of the
season, "Performing in the Borders: Interrogating Our Internal Differences."
The narratives are conceived and performed by UNI graduate students
who have studied under professor, Karen Mitchell. The show is one
night only, Thurs., Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m. in LANG Hall 040. Seating is
limited.
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I MUSICI DE MONTREAL:
I Musici de Montreal with Anton Kuerti, piano, Thurs., Nov. 15, 7:30
p.m., Great Hall, GBPAC.
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UNI STUDENT COMPOSERS CONCERT:
Thurs., Nov. 15, 8 p.m., GBPAC, Davis Hall. Jonathan Schwabe, coordinator.
No charge.
http://www.uni.edu/chfa/musicdescrip.html
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LANGUAGE SCIENCE COLLOQUIUM: Eugene
Wallingford, Computer Science, will discuss "Artificial Intelligence
and Natural Language," Fri., Nov. 16th, 1 p.m. in CAC 263. There will
be refreshments following; please RSVP to john.grinstead@uni.edu.
Remaining fall semester Language Science Colloquia can be found at
http://www.cs.uni.edu/~wallingf/research/languageScience.html
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SCHOOL OF MUSIC HOSTS THE MAGIC FLUTE:
Fri. & Sun., Nov. 16 & 18, 7:30 p.m. GBPAC. UNI's School of Music
and the GBPAC come together for a production of Mozart's The Magic
Flute. Tickets 3-SHOW. http://www.uni.edu/chfa/musicdescrip.html
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UNI FOOTBALL: The 2001
Gateway Conference champions host their final regular season game
this Saturday versus Cal Poly in the UNI-Dome. Kickoff is set for
7:05 p.m. The game is an important one as the Panthers can take a
big step toward hosting a home playoff game with a win. Saturday's
game is also Senior Night as 12 Panthers play in their final home
regular season game. Call 3-DOME for tickets.
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FACULTY JAZZ QUARTET:
Mon., Nov. 19, 8 p.m., GBPAC, Davis Hall. Chris Merz, saxophones and
flute; Robert Washut, piano; Jonathan Schwabe, bass; and Bob Dunn,
guitar, with Dane Richeson, guest drummer. No charge. http://www.uni.edu/chfa/musicdescrip.html
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CELEBRATING THE SEASON: The
Student Life Team and the Maucker Union are joining with community
representatives to bring to UNI a program that is lively, educational,
and entertaining. "Celebrating the Season", a new and inclusive holiday
program will explore and highlight a number of major cultural celebrations
which take place during the winter season. The "Celebrating the Season"
program is scheduled for Thurs., Dec. 13, beginning at 7 p.m. with
a formal program, then followed by a number of interactive activities.
For more information, contact the Student Activities Office at 3-2683.
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