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Monday,
Feb. 11, 2002
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GANSKE
TO VISIT UNI:
Congressman Greg Ganske (R), Iowa will be the keynote speaker and
guest of honor at the UNI Army ROTC Annual Military Ball, Fri., Feb.
22 in Maucker Union. All UNI faculty, staff members, veterans and
students are invited to attend. For additional information and tickets,
call
Lt. Col. Mike DePuglio, professor of Military Science at 3-6220 or
3-7648.
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ANNUAL UNI BUDGET: The
Cabinet's annual budget planning message is posted on the Web at:
http://www.uni.edu/infosys/budget03.shtml
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PHONE
DIRECTORIES AVAILABLE:
Stop at the Information Desk at Maucker Union to pick up a copy of
the UNI campus phone directory.
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"RAPE FREE
ZONE": On Feb. 12th, red ribbons will be passed out
among the students and faculty with instructions to tie them around
whatever space s/he wants to designate as a "Rape Free Zone". This
nationwide campaign, known as V-Day, brings communities together in
opposition to the brutality of sexual assault. Designate an area where
your group can put their ribbons, signifying their support with a
splash of bright red amidst the snow.
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NOMINATIONS FOR THE LUX SERVICE AWARD:
The UNI Alumni Association is currently accepting nominations for
the 2002 Lux Service Award. If you know a senior undergraduate student
who has demonstrated outstanding service to UNI, submit a nomination!
Nominations must be received by 5 p.m. on Fri., Feb. 15. Visit http://www.unialum.org/lux/
for more information and a link to the nomination form.
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FEBRUARY FOOD PROMOTIONS ON CAMPUS:
http://www.uni.edu/unionline/public/260.html
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EAST POOL OPEN: The East
pool is open for normal activities as of Fri., Feb. 8.
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ERRORS
IN EARNINGS STATEMENTS: The January 31, 2002, direct
deposit earnings statements have printing errors. The errors caused
earnings and deductions to print in the wrong area of the statement
or, in some cases, not at all. The net pay amounts that appear in
the top right and lower left hand area of the statement are correct.
Corrected earnings statements will be mailed to your local home address
within the next few days. For immediate access to corrected statements,
go to http://myuniverse.uni.edu/.
Under "My Personal Records" click on "Direct Deposit 01-2002."
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UNI LEADERSHIP
STUDIES OFFICE HAS MOVED: Leadership Studies is now in
125 SSC (Student Services Center), mail code 0383; fax number, 3-7578.
Please note the changes in the phone directory for Geraldine "Gerri"
Perreault, Leadership Studies Director.
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THE OFFICE
OF COMPLIANCE & EQUITY MANAGEMENT MOVES: The Office of
Compliance & Equity Management has moved to 242 GIL, mailcode 0028.
Please update your UNI Directory to reflect this new address for the
office and the following administrators/staff -- Winston Burt, assistant
to the President, Leah Gutknecht, associate director, Marlene Hills,
clerk IV and Darlene Imhoff, secretary II. All phone numbers and the
fax number remain unchanged.
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"BERING THE FROZEN STRAIT":
WRS is implementing a lap swim incentive program this semester. The
theme is "Bering the Frozen Strait". Participants will swim 26 miles
over 14 weeks from Russia to Alaska. The program will cost $4.00.
Swimmers receive a t-shirt and certificate upon completion. Stop in
WRC 101, or email christopher.denison@uni.edu
for registration information.
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UNIPA
SCHOLARSHIPS: The
University of Northern Iowa Parent Association (UNIPA) will award five
scholarships to undergraduate students for the 2002-2003 school year.
The scholarships will be awarded as follows: 1. A $1000 scholarship
will be awarded to a student from each undergraduate college. 2. Scholarships
will be directly credited toward tuition, half in fall 2002 and half
in spring 2003. If interested, pick up an application in 205 Commons
or Financial Aid office. Applications are due by 4 p.m.Feb. 28th.
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SUMMER/FALL
2002/CO-OP ORIENTATION INFORMATION SESSIONS:
Students seeking credit-bearing internship opportunities can view the
spring orientation schedule at: http://www.uni.edu/careercenter/coop/orisched.html.
You must have attained sophomore level or above by summer 2002 and have
a GPA of 2.5 or better to participate.
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FAMILY
OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS: If
you feel your family has made you what you are today or want to show
them just how special they are to you, pick up an application in to
205 Commons, the Admissions Office or Student Activities Office in the
Union and nominate them for Family of the Year . The selection process
will occur in Spring 2002. The family who is awarded will be honored
during the Stephen F. Austin game on Sept. 21, during Family Weekend.
Applications are due by noon on April 5th.
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WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP: The
Dr. Sue Follon Scholarship for Women in Leadership recognizes students
for their leadership contributions and potential to model leadership
for women. Applicants must be undergraduate students who have completed
at least one year at UNI and are returning the following fall semester.
A cumulative grade point of 3.25 or higher is required. The amount of
the award is $1,000. Applications must be completed and submitted to
the Office of the Vice President for Educational and Student Services
by Feb. 22 at 4 p.m. The application is available at http://www.uni.edu/finaid/scholarship.html
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SENIOR
CHALLENGE EVENT: The UNI Foundation is in the process of
planning the annual Senior Challenge event. Additional volunteers are
needed to serve on the planning committee and help organize this event.
This is a great opportunity to get involved with a student organization
and gain some valuable volunteer/resume experience. For more information,
please call the Office of Development at 273-7849 and ask for Ali.
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QUITTING SMOKING
CLASSES: Thinking of quitting smoking? Call the Wellness
Resource Lab (273-6119) for information on smoking cessation classes.
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MINORITY
BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION: The UNI John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial
Center is pleased to announce a minority business plan competition for
business start-ups in the Cedar Valley. This competition is being held
in conjunction with KBBG Radio and the UNI Regional Business Center.
A minority business start-up must submit a complete business plan and
submission form to the UNI JPEC or the UNI RBC by March 25, 2002, to
be eligible for the competition. One $5,000 seed grant will be awarded
to the winner of the competition. The winner will be announced at the
annual KBBG banquet in May of 2002. For more information, contact the
UNI John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center at 319-273-7350 or katherine.cota@uni.edu.
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VOLUNTEERS
NEEDED: The UNI Alumni Association is currently planning
a special event for seniors to be held in the spring entitled "Senior
Celebration". Two to three additional volunteers are needed to
serve on the planning committee. This is a great opportunity to get
involved with a student organization and gain some valuable volunteer
experience. For more information, please call the Office of Alumni Relations
at 273-2355 and ask for Jennifer or Amy.
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"THE
VAGINA MONOLOGUES," V-DAY
COLLEGE CAMPAIGN:
The V-Day 2002 College Campaign comes to UNI. http://www.uni.edu/unionline/public/262.html
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MARDI GRAS
PARTY: Join us at St. Stephens Student Center (next to
the bookstore) on Tue Feb.12th from 8-10 p.m. for a Mardi gras party.
There will be international food, music from the jazz band, and games.
All are welcome.
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GUEST
RECITAL:
February 12 (Tuesday) - Guest Recital: Oleg Koshelev, piano - GBPAC
Davis Hall - 8 p.m. - No charge. http://www.uni.edu/chfa/musicdescrip.html
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MEN'S
BASKETBALL VS. WICHITA STATE:
Greg McDermott and the Panthers look to continue their climb to the
top of the Missouri Valley Conference this week when they host Wichita
State. UNI tips off with the Shockers Tuesday night at 7:05 p.m. in
the UNI-Dome. Call 3-DOME for tickets.
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LOOKING
FOR A SUMMER JOB?: Stop by the Camp and Recreation Fair
on Wed., Feb. 13th from 10-2 in the Maucker Union Expansion. Many
organizations will be recruiting summer employees. Check out http://www.uni.edu/careercenter
for a list of participating organizations. Sponsored by the UNI Career
Center.
Robert Walter, representative from The Washington Center will be on
campus as part of the fair. Internships are available in a wide variety
of organizations, open to all majors, and offered during fall, spring,
and summer terms.
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EXCITING ART EXHIBITIONS:
Feb. 13-Mar. 10. "Teresa A. Cole: Print Installations" and "Alexander
Kvares: Recent Work." http://www.uni.edu/unionline/public/261.html
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SPOTLIGHT SERIES: February
13 (Wednesday) - Faculty Artists Showcase - GBPAC Great Hall - 7:30
p.m. - $6 Public; $5 Senior Citizen; $4 Student or admission with
a current Panther Pass - Tickets 3-SHOW and at the door. http://www.uni.edu/chfa/musicdescrip.html
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VALENTINE
BAKE SALE: The
Masters in Social Work student association will be having a bake sale
on Thurs.,, Feb. 14th in Maucker Union.
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PEACE-MAKING
WORKSHOP: Workshop on Feb. 14 deals with "Peace-Making
for Leaders," 3:30-4:45 p.m. in 244/245 SEC. Greg Buntz, Executive
Director of the Iowa Peace Institute, will explore how to create an
atmosphere that keeps conflict to a minimum and empowers followers
to talk through differences rather than fighting. The workshop is
free and open to the public. Call 3-2332 to register. http://www.iapeace.org
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THURSDAZE IN THE UNION:
Thursdaze welcomes master hypnotist, Jim Wand and comedian Kivi Rogers
on Thurs., Feb. 14, 9 p.m.in Maucker Union. The shows are free and
open to all students and staff. For more info go to http://www.uni.edu/thursdaze
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FREE PIZZA &
PEPSI: The first 250 UNI students will receive a FREE slice
of Papa John's Pizza and a Pepsi at the women's basketball game on
Friday night. The Panthers host Missouri Valley Conference rival Creighton
at 7:05pm in the West Gym. Doors open at 6pm.
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TALLCORN
JAZZ FESTIVAL: February
15 & 16 (Friday & Saturday), GBPAC Great and Davis Halls and RHA -
All Day - Contact: Robert Washut -3-6431 - washut@uni.edu
http://www.uni.edu/chfa/musicdescrip.html
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SINFONIAN
DIMENSIONS:
February 15 & 16 (Friday & Saturday) - Rich Perry, tenor saxophone,
with UNI Jazz Band I, Robert Washut, conductor - GBPAC Great Hall
- 7:30 p.m. - $6 Public; $5 Student - Tickets 3-SHOW and at the door.
http://www.uni.edu/chfa/musicdescrip.html
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WOMEN'S
BASKETBALL VS. DRAKE: Help us break the attendance record
for a women's basketball game at UNI when the Panthers host intrastate
rival Drake. The game will be played in the Dome Sun. at 3:05pm.
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CINDERELLA
ICE BALLET: St. Petersburg Ice Ballet Cinderella Sunday,
Feb. 17, 4 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. The ice ballet combines the grace and
elegance of classical ballet with the breathtaking athleticism of
ice-skating to create a unique theatrical experience sure to be enjoyed
by audiences of all ages.
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UNI CONNECTION'S ANNUAL PIE PARTY:
Everyone is welcome to drop in and enjoy a piece of homemade pie Tues.,
Feb. 19 from 12:30-3:30 p.m. at St. Stephen's Student Center.
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THE WORKSHOP:
A workshop
for people who are on the job market or who are planning to enter
the job market this year. The session will focus on locating and researching
positions, developing a professional profile, and designing resumes
and cover letters. Tues., Feb. 19, 6-7:30 p.m. in Lang 20. Undergads,
soon-to-be-grads and grad students of all majors are encouraged to
attend.
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"THE DINNER
JOB INTERVIEW": Thurs., Feb. 21, 3:30-4:45 p.m., CBB
1 & 3. Presenters will discuss interview strategies and etiquette
tips, formal table settings and what an employer really wants to know
about you. Selected Topics are free presentations and require no advanced
registration. For more information, contact the JPEC at 3-7350 or
e-mail katherine.cota@uni.edu.
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FIRST COLLEGIATE ENTREPRENEURS CONFERENCE:
The John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center will be a sponsor of
the first Collegiate Entrepreneurs Iowa Conference on Fri., Feb. 22,
from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Gateway Conference Center in Ames. The
JPEC will provide free registration, lunch, and transportation for
the event. UNI students, faculty, or staff interested in attending
need to complete a registration form in CBB 264 or e-mail name, address,
phone, and if you would like to ride the free bus to katherine.cota@uni.edu
by February 15. Students interested in small business/entrepreneurship
are needed to be discussion leaders or discussion recorders for the
afternoon focus/discussion groups on student entrepreneurship. Students
will be asked to brainstorm and discuss the future of entrepreneurship
in Iowa and how to encourage interest in students in entrepreneurship.
Interested students will be provided free breakfast in the morning
while you are taught to moderate/lead a breakout session. This is
an excellent leadership activity and resume builder. You will learn
from a nationally known CEO who holds these focus groups/breakouts
at universities throughout the United States. Also, needed are student
entrepreneurs who are interested in being part of a panel discussion
about "Running Your Own Business." For more information, call 3-7350
or e-mail katherine.cota@uni.edu
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NATIONAL SONG & DANCE OF MOZAMBIQUE:
Fri., Feb. 22, 7:30 p.m., GBPAC, Great Hall. Sponsored by the Center
for Multicultural Education.
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"GLOBALIZATION'S IMPACT ON CENTRAL
AMERICA: HONDURAS": There are spaces still available
for the College of Business' short-term study abroad course, "Globalization's
Impact on Central America: Honduras." This is a program to experience
a new culture and gain insight into business and economics in a 3rd
world country. Dates for the course are: May 9 - 22, 2002. For syllabus,
details, and photos visit: http://www.uni.edu/~schrage/honduras_course.htm
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