Tuesday, February 24, 2004
UNI IN THE NEWS: UNI's
New Iowans Program responds to the recent anti- immigration TV ads
in Iowa. http://www.factcheck.org/article.aspx?docID=126
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USHERS NEEDED: Theatre
UNI is seeking volunteer ushers for the upcoming production of Aaron
Copland's opera, "The Tender Land." Performances are Feb. 27, March
4-6 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 29 at 2 p.m. Ushers get one free ticket
to the performance. To volunteer, call the Strayer- Wood Theatre box
office at 3-6381.
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LEGISLATIVE PUBLIC FORUM: A
Legislative Public Forum hosted by local agencies and organizations,
including UNI, will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27, at Area
Education Agency 267, 3712 Cedar Heights Drive, Cedar Falls. Area
legislators will discuss major legislative issues and guests may ask
questions and voice opinions. For more information, contact the Office
of Governmental Relations, 3-6144.
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SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 2004-05: Now
is the time for departments to process new and renewal scholarships
for the upcoming academic year. Soon, the Financial Aid Office will
send 2004-05 award notifications. Process scholarships now so students
can start their financial planning for next year. Questions, Contact
Evie Waack (3-2799) or Denise Parks (3-2720).
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E-MAIL -- MIGRATE FROM NETSCAPE TO MOZILLA/THUNDERBIRD:
In response to the demise of Netscape and
recent concerns about e-mail programs, ITS offers documentation to
assist those wanting to migrate to Mozilla (including Thunderbird),
the suggested replacement for Netscape Messenger. Visit http://www.uni.edu/its/us/document/unimail/mozilla
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SUSHI AVAILABLE AT 23RD ST. MARKET:
Sushi will continue to be available at the 23rd Street Market through
March 5. Small packages and party trays are offered in your choices
of flavors. Sales have been below the level needed for the franchise
to continue. Your business is appreciated. Watch for more grab-and-go
items at the 23rd Street Market during spring semester.
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(by category) SPECIAL
EVENTS
INTRAMURAL 3-POINT SHOOT-OUT: Competition
is Wednesday, March 3 at 7 p.m. on WRC south courts. All contestants
must have a shooting partner. Register through Feb. 26 in WRC 101,
8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Warm-up time available, and all participants must
use ball provided by IM program.
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LEARN TO SWING DANCE: Come
to MOVEMENT OUTLET where this week's dance style is Swing. Movment
Outlet is FREE and open to all UNI students, faculty and staff from
5:30-6:30 in the WRC 185/187. No experience is required. For more
information, contact zdanz128@uni.edu
or visit http://www.uni.edu/dance/moveout.htm
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A-Z INSTITUTE O DAY: University
Museum, March 6, 9-noon. Learn about owls and why different birds
have the beaks and feet that they do, and make a bird feeder. Registration
deadline is one week before the program. $15 for members of the Friends
of the Museums; $20 for nonmembers.
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PADDLE, PEDAL, & PACE: ìTriî
the 1st Annual WRS Indoor Triathlon Sunday, March 7. Run 1.5 miles,
swim 400 yards; and bike 6 miles. Registration forms available Feb.
23, WRC 101. Cost is $15 and includes t-shirt and refreshments. Entries
due March 3. For more information, contact Reid Bartelt at rbartelt@hotmail.com
or 3-7120.
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SPRING BREAK CANOEING: Explore
the Rio Grandeís 90-mile stretch of river March 13-21. Cost is $325
(UNI), $345 (Guest). Pre-trip meeting March 4 at 5 p.m., WRC 174.
Swimming skills and good physical condition are a prerequisite. Sign
up early by calling Outdoor Rec at 3-7163.
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ATHLETICS
UNI ATHLETICS UPCOMING EVENTS:
Mar. 1: Men's Basketball vs. Southern Illinois, 7:05 p.m., UNI-Dome
Mar. 4: Women's Basketball vs. Indiana State, 7:05 p.m., West Gym
Mar. 6: Women's Basketball vs. Illinois State, 3:05 p.m., West Gym
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CONFERENCES/MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS
CHILDREN'S GARDENING WORKSHOP:
The UNI Biology Botanical Center is sponsoring a "From the Garden
to the Kitchen" workshop for 3rd-5th graders on Saturday, Feb. 28
from 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Hands-on opportunities include making soil
and creating healthy snacks. Register at http://www.bio.uni.edu/botanicalcenter/Calendar.html
Send the form and fees to: Carol Morris, 0421 or call 3-2247.
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CREATIVE DRAMA WORKSHOP: A
free workshop for pre- and in-service teachers, "Using Creative Drama
in Developmentally Appropriate Early Childhood Classrooms" will take
place on Saturday, Feb. 28, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in SEC 121. For reservations
and information about CEUs, contact Carolyn Hildebrandt at 287-9415
or Carolyn.Hildebrandt@uni.edu.
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AEOP SPRING WORKSHOP REGISTRATION:
Friday, Feb. 27 is the deadline to register
for the AEOP Spring Workshop, to be held Monday, March 15, CBB. To
obtain a registration form or for questions, contact Judy Dieken,
Human Resources, 3-2422.
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EXHIBITS/FILMS
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LECTURES/PRESENTATIONS
MERYL NORTON HEARST LECTURE SERIES:
presents "Black Identity and Getting Past Race" with John McWhorter,
Ph.D. - Feb. 24, 7:30 p.m., Center for Multicultural Education. Reception
to follow. View and/or print the flyer at http://www.uni.edu/contined/ces/hearst/mcwhorter.pdf
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POLITICAL SCIENCE SPEAKER SERIES:
Wednesday, Feb. 25, 3 p.m. in Sabin 201.
Michael Hall will present "Models of Capitalism: The Role of Executives
and Legislatures." All are welcome.
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"LEADERS ON LEADERSHIP": Speakers
discuss their involvement with environmental issues Feb. 26, 3:30-4:45
p.m., in SEC 246. Speakers are Cathy Livingston, Sierra Club; Chris
Petersen, Iowa Farmers Union; and Bill Witt, UNI Business & Community
Services, former state legislator. Free and open to the public. Complete
schedule of series speakers at: http://www.uni.edu/vpess/leadership/speakers.htm
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DEPT. OF JUSTICE REPS ON CAMPUS:
Representatives of the U.S. Dept. of Justice
will present "Meth and More" in CBB 109 at 6 p.m., Thursday, Feb.
26. The mulitmedia presentation exposes the current drug crisis in
Iowa communities and efforts to combat illegal use and sale of meth
and club drugs in our area. Contact is Kim Kudej, 319-363-0091.
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CROW FORUM:
On Monday, March 1, Deirdre Bucher Heistad, Modern Languages, will
present "Negotiating Truth: Postcolonial Adventures in Transnational
Space" in Baker 161 at noon. The Graduate Program in Women's Studies
sponsors the Current Research on Women Forum Series. All are welcome.
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PERFORMING ARTS
UNI music events:
http://www.uni.edu/chfa/musicdescrip.html
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NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL 50TH ANNIVERSARY
TOUR: Wednesday, Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m., GBPAC.
An all-star mix of veterans and the younger generation perform together.
Come early for the annual Gallagher-Bluedorn Mardi Gras party in the
lobby, at 6 p.m. Dance to New Orleans and The Saints Band and purchase
chicken creole, jambalaya and carrot cake. Call 3-SHOW for tickets.
UNI students receive 50% off tickets.
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HALF-MASTED 3.2 PRESENTS IMPROV!
IMPROV! IMPROV!: Half-Masted 3.2 will perform
in the Bertha Martin Theatre in Strayer-Wood Theatre Thursday-Friday,
Feb. 26-28 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 28 at 3:30 p.m. The Saturday
matinee will be a family-friendly show. All 7:30 p.m. shows... anything
goes. Tickets are $4 for adults, $2 for students and $1 for children
under 15. For more information, visit http://www.half-masted.com
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VIENNA CHOIR BOYS AT THE GBPAC: Sunday,
Feb. 29, 2 p.m. The Vienna Choir Boys have enchanted millions as they
carry on the rich traditions of Viennaís musical life as a living
heritage that traces its roots to such figures as Mozart, Haydn and
Schubert. Sponsored by Friends of the Gallagher-Bluedorn. Call 3-SHOW
for tickets, UNI students receive 50% off ticket prices.
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APA WORKSHOPS: APA
Workshops will be offered by the Graduate College for students writing
a thesis or dissertation. Visit http://www.grad.uni.edu
for dates and times.
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THURSDAZE FEB. 26 EVENTS: This
week's events include: the movie "Radio" at 7 & 10 p.m., Maucker Union
Coffeehouse; hypnotist Frederick Winters at 9 p.m., Maucker Union
Ballroom and free pool 7-11 p.m. in the Maucker Union Gameroom. Call
3-2683 for more information.
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DISNEY WORLD COLLEGE PROGRAM: Disney
Recruiters will be on campus Thursday, Feb. 26, 5 p.m. in SEC 247.
College students from all over the world attend the the Walt Disney
World College Program to live, learn and earn. College credit is possible.
For more information, visit http://www.wdwcollegeprogram.com
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LEADERSHIP ESSAY COMPETITION: Deadline
for entries for the Leadership Essay Competition is Mon., March 8,
5 p.m. $100 prize for winner. Specific topic to be addressed, formatting
details, evaluation criteria, and where to send essay are at http://www.uni.edu/vpess/leadership/essay.htm
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ROY J. CARVER SCHOLARSHIP: Twenty
new recipients will be selected to receive $5,200 for the 2004-05
academic year. Selection based on: Junior by fall 2004; minimum cumulative
2.8 GPA; U.S. citizen; graduated from an accredited Iowa high school
or have been a resident of Iowa for at least five consecutive years
prior to application; demonstrate financial need by filing a 2004-05
FAFSA; have overcome challenging social and/or other barriers to attending
college full-time. Applications and additional information available
online at http://www.uni.edu/finaid/scholarship.html
under ìOnline Scholarship Directoryî. At the field ìCONTAINING THE
WORDSî type in ìCarverî and search in ìScholarship Nameî; then click
on the view button. Forms also available from the UNI Financial Aid
Office, Gilchrist 116; 3-2700 or 1-800-772-2736. DEADLINE: April 1.
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UNIVERSITY COMMITTEES UPDATES: Positions
are still available for University Committees. Most committees meet
once or twice per month, and students may apply at http://www.uni.edu/studentorgs/nisg
For a list of current openings, visit http://www.uni.edu/unionline/public/354.html
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NISG ELECTIONS: Student
Government elections take place Tuesday, Feb. 24 and Wednesday, Feb.
25. For more information about the candidates, visit one of the links
below.
Kevin Koppes and Ben Humphrey: http://www.demanddirectdemocracy.com
Brendon Moe and Joe Murphy: http://www.moe-murphy.com
Adam Sherer and Mike Young: http://www.followtheleaders.com
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KURT WARNER FIRST THINGS FIRST SCHOLARSHIP:
To qualify for the scholarship a student
must demonstrate an ongoing and strong history of community service;
graduate from an Iowa, eastern Missouri, or southern Illinois high
school in the past year (2003 or 2004); have financial need from the
2004-05 FAFSA; minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA. The scholarship awards
$2,000 each year for up to four years or upon completion of a first
bachelorís degree, whichever comes first. Deadline to apply is March
15. Applications and additional information available online at http://www.uni.edu/finaid/scholarship.html
under "Online Scholarship Directory". At the field "containing the
words" type in "Warner" and search in "Scholarship Name"; then click
on the view button. Forms also available from the UNI Financial Aid
Office, Gilchrist 116; 3-2700 or 1-800-772-2736.
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UNI PRSSA 2004 REGIONAL ACTIVITY:
The UNI Chapter of PRSSA is one of 12 chapters nationwide that was
selected to host a 2004 Regional Activity. Life's a Puzzle, Place
your Pieces: Constructing the PR Path to Success, will be held April
2-4 on the UNI Campus. Keynote speaker is Stacy Solovey, PR Manager
for Bally's and Paris Las Vegas Hotel/Casions in Las Vegas. All students
are invited. For more information, visit http://www.uni.edu/prssa/ra
or email uniregionalactivity@yahoo.com
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