The next meeting of the Faith and Intellectual Life Discussion Group will be at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, November 4, in the Murphy Conference Room. The group will be discussing Alison Mountz (with others) “Slow Scholarship: A Feminist Politics of Resistance Through Collective Action in the Neoliberal University” and “iPoem,” by George Bilgere. Readings are available on the Garaventa Center website. […]
09-26-2016
How To Prepare For Flu Season? Get Your Shot!
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends yearly influenza vaccination and the University Health and Counseling Center encourages all campus community members to follow that recommendation. The timing of flu season is unpredictable and can vary from season to season. Flu activity most commonly peaks in the U.S. between December and February. However, seasonal flu activity can […]
Lecture by Artist K.A. Colorado, Oct. 4
International award-winning artist K.A. Colorado will present “Drawing From Laudato Si’: The Moral Implications of Deep Cold and Polar Ice on the Climate Change Debate” on Tuesday, October 4, at 7:15 p.m., in Franz Hall Room 120. The event features a short film and images by the artist as he discusses the moral imperative of recognizing […]
Nominations Welcome for Leader Certificate Program
The Franz Center for Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation invites all staff and faculty members to nominate students for the Leader Certificate Program (LDR 225) course offered in the spring semester. During this course, students explore what it means to be a leader using the 7 Leader Habits within Common Leader Vocabulary, assess and understand their strengths, […]
“Good Kids” Pre-Play Panel and Reception, October 8
All ticket holders for the Saturday, October 8 performance of “Good Kids” are invited to enjoy a complimentary wine and cheese reception prior to the play. Campus experts will highlight intriguing themes and production details. The reception begins at 6:15 p.m. with panel at 6:45 in Mago Hunt Recital Hall. For theater tickets call x7287. […]
Farewell to Alex Hermanny: Come Wish Him Well
Please join the Office of Residence Life in sending a warm farewell to Alex Hermanny, who will depart UP on Friday, September 30, for his new role as student conduct coordinator at the University of Minnesota. There will be a reception celebrating Alex’s five years of service to UP in the Holy Cross Lounge in Franz Hall […]
Annual Red Mass, Sept. 28: All are Invited
All members of the campus community are invited to attend the annual Red Mass on Wednesday, September 28, at 5:30 p.m., in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. Red is a traditional color associated with the Holy Spirit, and the Red Mass is celebrated each fall to honor and invoke the gifts of the Holy […]
UP Faculty and Staff Memorial Garden Dedication, Oct. 4
All faculty and staff are invited to attend the dedication of the University’s new Faculty and Staff Memorial Garden on Tuesday, October 4, at 4 p.m., beginning at the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. The blessing of the garden will be followed by a presidential reception in Bauccio Commons. Many units across campus took part […]
CISGO Workshop Rescheduled to Friday, Sept. 30
With so much going on this fall on the weekends, CISGO has retooled its Saturday half-day workshop into a 90-minute Friday afternoon session, now scheduled for Friday, September 30, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., in Franz Hall Murphy Conference Room. The diversity-focused presentations and panels will provide plenty of food for thought and plans for […]
Beauchamp Center Named as 2016 Facility of Merit
The Beauchamp Recreation and Wellness Center has been named as a 2016 Facility of Merit award winner by Athletic Business, an online publication billed as “the resource for athletic, fitness, and recreation professionals.” The Beauchamp Center was the first of 10 facilities to be awarded around the country. The announcement reads in part: “Designed to […]