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Policy Reminder
Please make sure all your members know that chalking on vertical services
ie. Sides of buildings or bridges
is not permitted. Also, the facility
manager in Grainger is asking that you not distribute fliers in Grainger Hall
as they simply end up on the floor.
Thank you.
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Halloween
Reservation Procedures for Memorial Union & Union South
If your
organization would like to request space in Memorial Union or Union South
over Halloween weekend (October 27-28, 2006), please see the following
procedures. Each organization
requesting space must turn in an application (attached), and space will be
granted on a first-come, first-serve basis, providing the requirements are
met. Thank you! Details & Application.
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L&S
Scholarships Available
Junior
and Seniors can now apply for 2006-2007 College of Letters and Science
scholarships by going to: http://www.lssaa.wisc.edu/scholarships/.
The
deadline to submit all materials is November 17, 2006.
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Internship Available
Orientation & New
Student Programs (ONSP) invites applicants for four
> undergraduate
students to serve as ONSP Interns from October
> 2006-September
2007. The ONSP Internship will reward
students with
> experiences and
skills that will enhance their career and personal
> development. Interns play a critical role in the success
of
> UW-Madison’s
First Year Experience and will work with various aspects
> of
SOAR and Wisconsin Welcome.
>
> The Internship
position is a new position combining aspects of the
> SOAR Coordinator and Wisconsin Welcome Student Advisory Board
> Positions plus
additional responsibilities.
>
> Orientation & New
Student Programs is accepting applications from any
> Junior or Senior who
has significant leadership experience and
> previous
experience working with first year students.
Please note:
> this
is a change from our previous application process.
>
> If you or anyone you
know is interested in this position, please
> direct them to our
website at www.newstudent.wisc.edu
or you can
> download the
attachment to view the position description and application.
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Events Calendar
Oct 2
Solidarity Cafe
This first in series of events to promote Fair Trade month offers Fair Trade
coffee and food, and literature about Fair Trade practices and priniciples. Featuring a speaker from a coffee cooperative
in Guatemala.
Seating area provided. Library Mall, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: 3474647,
madisonftaa@gmail.com.
La Mujer Latina Meeting
La Mujer Latina is a student organization dedicated
to bringing together Latinas to identify pressing issues affecting the
welfare of the Latina
community. The group plans an annual conference designed to build
relationships and to advocate positive change for Latinas. Multicultural Student
Center, Red Gym, 7 p.m.
Information: lamujerlatina@rso.wisc.edu.
Oct 3
WUD Global Connections
Committee Meeting
This committee links international and domestic students through
social/educational programs fostering friendship and common understanding,
planning events such as the Taste of Culture series, International
Conversation and Coffee Hour, How to Plan for Study Abroad and the GC Dance
Series. Travel Center, Memorial Union, 6-7 p.m.
Information: 265-5236, globalconnections@union.wisc.edu.
Diamond Way Buddhism
"Guided Meditation of Karma Kagyu
Buddhism." Very practical methods for working with mind in daily life.
Everyone is welcome, and no experience is necessary. Center members give explanations
and answer questions. TITU Memorial Union, 7 p.m. Information: 251-9175,
madison@diamondway.org.
Oct 4
Worship and Lunch
"St. Francis House University Episcopal Center Worship and Lunch."
Join this worship each Wednesday at noon followed by lunch. St. Francis House
seeks to be a welcoming place for everyone to come together in Christ and
create community. All people, wherever they find themselves on their journey
of faith, are welcome. St. Francis House, 1001 University Ave., noon.
Information: 257.0688, stfrancischaplain@yahoo.com.
Student Personnel Association
Fall Reception
The Annual Student Personnel Association (SPA) Fall Kickoff Reception is good
for those new to the campus or looking to expand their knowledge and network
with campus collegues or fellow students. SPA's kickoff enables staff and students to become
involved in SPA. Virginia Harrison Parlor, Lathrop Hall, 4-6 p.m. Cost: $10 membership
fee to join. Information: 263-5163, jcschimm@wisc.edu.
Happy Half Hour and Worship
"Lamentations: Where's the Hope in Life?" Come to Happy Half Hour
with popcorn and cookies followed by the 5:30 p.m. communion service. The
preaching theme this semester is "Misconceptions About the Bible." Lutheran Campus Center,
325 N. Mills St.,
5 p.m. Cost: $2 supper at 6:30 p.m.. Information:
257-7178, lccmadison@rso.wisc.edu.
Public Relations Student Society
of America (PRSSA) Meeting
Interested in PR? Then come to this meeting of PRSSA and learn about how the
group can help with professional development. The group is accepting new
members until Oct. 18. All majors and ages welcome. For more information,
please contact Chapter President Alison Hamer. 5055 Vilas, 7-8 p.m.
Information: amhamer@wisc.edu.
Faith Discussion Group
Faith, politics, culture, ethics, theology, whatever is on your mind, no
question is too big or small to bring to Faith Discussion Group on Wednesday
nights. Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, you'll find this is a
safe and fun place to explore a variety of issues. Allison Lounge, Pres
House, Library Mall, 8 p.m. Information: 257-1030, info@preshouse.org.
Oct 5
Art History GradForum Booksale
This sale of used books and related items raises funds for Art History GradForum's speaker engagement. 116 Memorial Library, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Student Labor Action Coalition
Discuss issues of social and economic justice and organize to fight for
students' and workers' rights on the local, national and international
levels. Promote education and action to end sweatshops, support human rights
and increase equal access to UW-Madison. TITU Memorial Union, 7 p.m.
Information: slac@studentorg.wisc.edu.
Oct 6
International Conversation
and Coffee Hour
Meet people from around the world in a relaxing atmosphere. Enjoy coffee,
snacks and informal conversation with others with international passions and
interests. 160 Union South, noon-2 p.m. Information: 265-5236,
globalconnections@union.wisc.edu.
Oct 8
Camp Flag Display
Display and judging of Camp
Flags created by
Residence Halls, Greek houses and student organizations. Library Mall, noon-3
p.m. Information: homecoming@uwalumni.com.
Super Scrabble Society
Come play the classic word game. TITU Memorial Union, 2 p.m. Information:
jwitthuhn@wisc.edu.
Pres House Worship
Each week Pres House seeks to honor and love God, to be real and authentic in
worship and creative in expression. Scripture, prayer, music and communion
are all parts of this regular and holy gathering. Pres House Chapel, Library
Mall, 4:30 p.m. Information: 257-1030, info@preshouse.org.
The Crossing Vespers Worship
Gathering
Interested in connnecting with students at a
theologically open-minded and diverse Christian campus ministry? Please join
this informal worship that helps people grow in the ways of Christ. An
optional no-cost student meal follows. The Crossing Campus
Christian Center,
1127 University Ave.,
5:30-6:15 p.m. Information: 257-1039, karla@crossingministries.org.
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