Volume 23, Number 9, October 15, 2003
Calendar
News Items
“Minnecanos”
Set for UMC October 16
In commemoration of National
Hispanic Heritage Month, UMC Diversity Services, with
the collaboration of Student Activities and Service Learning and
Multicultural/International Programs, will bring Mixed Blood Theatre’s
“Minnecanos” to UMC Thursday, October 16. The performance will begin
at 5 p.m. in Brown Dining Room, Sahlstrom Conference Center. The
performance is free and open to the public.
“Minnecanos” is
the story of four generations of family that also serves as a spirited
illumination of Mexican- American history. The play was written by Joe
Minjares and Thomas Benitez. The songs in the play are based largely on
Mexican traditions, particularly the traditions of the “corridor”—the
literal translation of which is “song.”
Based in Minneapolis, the Mixed Blood Theatre Company is a professional multi-racial theatre company promoting cultural pluralism, individual equality, and artistic excellence. Learn more at <www.mixedblood.com>.
UMC
Teambackers to Hold Luncheon Friday,
October 17
UMC Teambackers will hold a
coaches’ luncheon on Friday, October 17, at the Crookston Eagles. Lunch
will be served along with the fall sport coaches giving short speeches
on their upcoming games. The luncheon will begin at noon and run
approximately one hour, lunch will be available for $5 per person.
At noon on Saturday the Teambackers will host their annual pre-game tailgate party in the parking lot north of Widseth Field. Everyone is invited to attend, with Teambackers entering free of charge and non-Teambacker members paying a $5 cover. Free food and beverages available after entry.
The Golden Eagles
Football team will be taking on U of M, Duluth following the tailgate at
1:30 p.m. on Widseth Field. The UMC Athletic Department will be
announcing the 2002 Newcomer of the Year Award at halftime of the game.
--Nick Kornder, Sports Information Director
Special
Bookstore Hours
The UMC Bookstore will be open
Saturday, October 18 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for Family Weekend. Stop
in to take advantage of sale prices on many items and great discounts on
clearance items. The bookstore is located at 109 Robertson Hall.
--Leela Hier, Bookstore Manager
The Sound
of Simon to Perform October 18
The music group the Sound of Simon will perform Saturday, October 18, at
7 p.m. in Brown Dining Room. The performance, part of Family Weekend,
is free and open to the public and the campus community. Focusing on
the songs of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkle, musicians Eric Roberts and
Eric Trelstad capture the essence of these American songwriters. The
performance is sponsored by UMC Student Programming and Activities for
Campus Entertainment (SPACE) and the First Year Experience Program.
World Class Athlete and
Paralympian Judy Siegle to Speak October 20 on
Living Life Fully
Judy Siegle of Fargo, ND, will speak in UMC's Brown
Dining Room on Monday, October 20. She will offer two sessions. At
noon, she will present “Living a Life that Matters,” and at 1 p.m. she
will discuss “Ten Strategies for Overcoming Obstacles in Your Life.”
Both events are free and open to the public.
Siegle, a high school basketball star in 1979, planned to begin college
in the fall of that year. On August 11, 1979, an automobile accident
caused by a drunk driver changed Siegle's plans and left her with a
broken neck and concussion. While that day changed her life in
innumerable ways, it merely postponed her college career--and it did not
prevent her from living the life of an athlete. Siegle is now a social
worker and world-class wheelchair racer. She has set several national
records in that sport and has traveled across the world to compete. She
also earned a spot on the 2000 U.S. Paralympics Team.
Siegle’s appearance is sponsored by UMC Disability Services, Student Health, Student Support Services, Alcohol and Other Drug Awareness Program (AODAP), and the UMC Student Center.
Demystifying the
Fulbright Project Statement
October 23
Kristina Gray, UMC campus
representative for Fulbright scholar program, will present “Demystifying
the Project Statement for the Fulbright scholar grant” for the Study
Abroad Fair on Thursday, October 23 at 1 p.m. for interested faculty.
The half hour presentation will include the key guidelines of how to
write a successful 5-page project statement by showing three different
examples: poor, good and accepted. Besides the 4-page application that
can either be sent the traditional method or electronically on the usual
August 1 deadline, there are other things to keep in mind. It is an
easy walk-through of the Fulbright application process that given enough
time and fore-knowledge can be an experience of a lifetime when finally
in the country of your choosing doing the project that you have always
dreamed of doing.
Depression Education and Screening Day
November 5
UMC will host a Depression
Education and Screening Day event on Wednesday, November 5, from 3 to 5
p.m. in Kiehle 116 and Kiehle 105. Professional staff from NW Mental
Health Center as well as UMC Student Health and Disability Services will
be on hand for an informal discussion and presentation related to
depression awareness, treatment options, SAD (Seasonal Affective
Disorder) and suicide prevention. UMC students, faculty and staff and
the general public are invited to participate in any or all aspects of
the event, and will have the opportunity to complete a depression
screening survey privately if desired. Printed materials and
refreshments will also be available. The entire event is free to all
participants. If you think that you, a friend or a family member might
be struggling with depression, we urge you to participate in this campus
event. Depression is highly treatable; especially when diagnosed and
treated early.
--Laurie Wilson, UMC Counseling and Disability Services
Inaugural
Procession
This is the week! I have the
list of individuals who have confirmed their participation in the
Inaugural Procession. I am requesting that all of these individuals
plan to assemble in the 2nd Floor of the Library (room 241)
starting at 2 p.m. There will be a coat rack available, and the room
will be locked during the ceremony if you want to leave coats, etc. in
the room. There will be hosts in the room to answer questions and to
line you up appropriately.
We are really pleased that we are anticipating a procession of close to 100 people with the delegates, guests, faculty and staff, and platform party. Couple of little details that always get us confused (or at least me confused): during the singing of the national anthem it is customary for the men to remove their “caps,” and we are planning to leave them off through the ceremony and replacing them just prior to the recession. Thanks for your participation and support during this important event.
The individuals listed below have indicated that they are planning on marching in the Inauguration Procession, which starts at 2:30 on Friday, October 17, in Kiehle Auditorium. If you are planning on marching but do not see your name on this list, please contact me as soon as possible.
B. Nelson
R. Koch
D. Hoff
B. Selzler
B. Peterson
D. Svedarsky
S. Neet
W. Johnson
J. Knutson
L. Huus
M. Grave
K. Myers
P. Baird
S. Stewart
L. Westrom
L. Leake
C. Melsa
S. Spaeth
P. Aakre
T. Treanor
S.Y. Lim-Thompson
D. Crawford
D. DeMuth
A. Ellram
S. Davis
D. Seyfried
J. Loegering
M. Lundell
S. Shirley
B. Sorenson
P. Elf
B. Sedaie
M. McCluskey
R. Habermehl
M. Rasmussen
F. Chihanski
C. Robberts
R. Nelson
J. Sims
J. Wilson
G. Willhite
R. Rassmussen
J. Neppel
P. Sherven
G. Cousins
Michelle Christopherson
R. French
L. Wilson
J. Wilson
P. Holsinger-Fuchs
M. Prada
J. Sinks
O. Williams
J. Carlson
K. Gray
--Doug Knowlton, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Torch and
Shield Moved to November 18
The annual Torch and Shield
Banquet and Recognition Event has been rescheduled to Tuesday, November
18. This will not affect the schedule for the Program Improvement Audit
Committee (PIAC) Day, which will remain scheduled for Wednesday, October
29. More information about both events will be forthcoming.
Call for
Proposals for President's 21st Century Interdisciplinary Conference
Series
In recognition of the University of Minnesota's recent
completion of its 150th year of service to the State and the people of
Minnesota, a new University-community conference series is being
developed to celebrate the research, historical contributions, and the
impact of the University on society. These working conferences are
intended to stimulate future interdisciplinary academic investments
through the compact planning process and encourage applications of
research to important areas of economic development, community
development, and public policy.
These conferences must address broad thematic ideas, ideally involving faculty from multiple colleges (or campuses), important interdisciplinary research issues that are of high public and community interest, and topics that will capture the imagination and interest of our students, faculty, staff, and our broader community. Proposals dealing with rapidly emerging areas of science and/or issues that have arisen in the University's compact planning process are especially welcome. Applicants are encouraged to consult with their respective deans or chancellors. Application Deadline: November 21, 2003
Proposals will be accepted for conferences developed specifically for this series, or for conferences that build on an event already planned by a college or, preferably, multiple colleges. Matching funding of up to $25,000 for each event will be available, based on a well-justified budget. We expect that some conferences will be funded at a lower level. At least ten conferences will be held during the period April 2004 through June 2006. Funding for this effort is supported by private contributions to the University of Minnesota Foundation. Proposals that are selected will receive financial resources and public designation as part of the President's 21st Century Conference Series.
Selection criteria:
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The conference's importance, timeliness, and promise of quality;
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Potential impact on students, faculty, the community, and on future University initiatives and directions;
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Demonstrated partnership between one or more departments, colleges, or campuses. In addition, partnerships with outside organizations are encouraged;
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Written support of the deans/chancellors of the participating colleges;
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Contribution by the sponsoring units of money and/or in-kind contributions of approximately 50 percent of the conference costs.
Proposal submission and review--please use the following proposal outline to develop a two- to three-page proposal. An advisory committee, chaired by Vice Provost Al Sullivan, will evaluate proposals. Decisions will be made by December 12, 2003.
Proposal Outline: President's 21st Century Interdisciplinary Conference Series
Program Description
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Conference title
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Contact person: name, department or unit, phone, address, e-mail address
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Summary description of conference
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Date and location of conference
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Purpose and expected impact
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Connection to future University initiatives
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List of units and committee members planning conference
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List of other key participants
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Anticipated audience
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Specific plans for publicity efforts
Budget
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Budget outline, with total expense and income amounts (include in-kind contributions)
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Amount requested from the President's 21st Century Interdisciplinary Conference Series Fund
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Other sources of support (approximately 50 percent of total)
Proposal submission
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Proposals should be no more than two to three pages long.
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Please submit your proposal by 4:30 p.m. on November 21, 2003 to the following address:
Please submit your proposal by 4:30 p.m. on November 21, 2003, to the following address:
By mail:
Vice Provost Alfred D. Sullivan
Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost
234 Morrill Hall
100 Church St. S.E.
By fax:
612-624-3814 By e-mail: napier@umn.edu
If you have questions about the President's 21st Century Interdisciplinary Conference Series, please call Vice Provost Al Sullivan at 612-625-1668.
VolunTEAM
Update
If you’re interested in learning more about the Crookston VolunTEAM,
please contact Mike in the VolunTEAM office (Dowell 112) at 281-8526 or
chris282@umn.edu. Or, simply visit <www.volunteam.org>.
Community Events
October 20-24 is Manufacturing and
Technology Week in Crookston
Learn more about the importance of manufacturing in Crookston during
Manufacturing and Technology Week October 20-24. Nine local
manufacturing businesses will be spotlighted during the week, beginning
with a “Salute to Manufacturing” luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Monday,
October 20, at the Northland Inn. Cost is $9. A panel of the featured
manufactures will discuss members’ respective businesses. Luncheon
reservations can be made by calling the Crookston Chamber of Commerce at
281-4320. Please make reservations by Friday, October 17. All
interested individuals are welcome.
Special Dates
Birthdays
October 20 – Karen Murphy
Reminder: Faculty and staff are encouraged to share well wishes for birthdays, anniversaries, births, etc. with the rest of the campus. Please send items for this week’s special dates via e-mail to Andrew Svec at asvec@umn.edu and/or Sue Dwyer at sdwyer@umn.edu. Thanks.
UMC Insight
UMC Insight, the weekly radio
show about UMC, airs on KROX Radio 1260 AM Saturdays at 8:45 a.m. Tune
in Saturday, October 18, to hear an interview. UMC Insight is hosted by
Andrew Svec, UMC Director of Communications.
UMC
Bulletin
The UMC Bulletin is posted at:
<www.UMCrookston.edu/campusinfo/wkbulletin/bulletin.htm>
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Fall Family Week Sale at UMC Bookstore
