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Campus Life Today | September 23, 2024

Involvement Center - Monday, September 23, 2024
 Campus Life Today 

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

EVENT

Flashback Bingo

Wednesday, September 25
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Terrace, MSC
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Come join us for the final bingo of the semester! RSVP does not guarantee materials. If you have any accommodations, please email us at involvement@uwstout.edu.
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BDP Comedy: Kacey Spivey

Thursday, September 26
8:00pm - 9:00pm
MSC Terrace
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Head on down to the Memorial Student Center's 2nd Floor Terrace at 8pm for a Fun, FREE Comedy performance by Comedian Kacey Spivey!
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Fall 2024 Graduate Degree Showcase: Psychology

Friday, October 11
12:00pm - 12:30pm
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Join UW–Stout graduate program staff to learn more about our Psychology-oriented graduate degrees (Applied Industrial/Organizational Psychology; School Counseling; and School Psychology) and discuss the professional and career opportunities that pursuing a graduate program at UW–Stout would bring!
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Fall 2024 Graduate Degree Showcase: Education Leadership

Tuesday, October 8
12:00pm - 12:30pm
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Join UW–Stout graduate program staff to learn more about our Education Leadership and administration-oriented graduate degree programs (Career & Technical Education; Career & Technical Education Leadership; and Education) and discuss the professional and career opportunities that pursuing a graduate program at UW–Stout would bring!
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Brewing Belonging: EDI Coffee Chats - Land Acknowledgement Information Session

Monday, September 23
2:30pm - 3:30pm
MSC Willow/Walnut
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Join the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Office for a new series focusing on specific EDI-focused student, staff, and faculty topics -- and for free coffee! This month's event will be focusing on UW-Stout's Land Acknowledgement.
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EVENT

SRA Runways and Resumes

Monday, September 23
5:00pm - 6:00pm
COMTECH 202
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Join SRA as we work on our resumes while also watching and discussing previous runways. We hope to see you there!
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AMCS Women's Group Game Night

Tuesday, September 24
6:00pm - 7:30pm
JHSW 103
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Come play games with us! We will be playing board games and card games. Anyone is welcome to bring a game to share with the group.
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Stoutonia Weekly Meeting

Monday, September 23
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Stoutonia Office, Involvement Center, MSC
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Come join us for our weekly Stoutonia meeting!! During our weekly meetings we talk about current articles members are working on, upcoming article ideas, etc.
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Fall 2024 Graduate Degree Showcase: Health & Human Services

Tuesday, September 24
12:00pm - 12:30pm
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Join UW–Stout graduate program staff to learn more about our Health and Human Services-oriented graduate degrees (Healthcare Administration and Nutrition & Dietetics) and discuss the professional and career opportunities that pursuing a graduate program at UW–Stout would bring!
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Fall 2024 Graduate Degree Showcase: Counseling & Mental Health

Friday, September 27
12:00pm - 12:30pm
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Join UW–Stout graduate program staff to learn more about our Counseling and Mental Health-oriented graduate degrees (Clinical Mental Health Counseling; Marriage & Family Therapy; and Rehabilitation Counseling) and discuss the professional and career opportunities that pursuing a graduate program at UW–Stout would bring!
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EVENT

Tie Blanket Making with Service Club at Stout!

Monday, September 23
7:00pm - 8:30pm
MSC Cedar/Maple Room
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Join us for our first service event of the semester where we will make Tie Blankets that will be donated to Children's Minnesota! This is a public event, so no membership is required to attend, but it is encouraged! We can't wait to see you there!
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Volunteer at the UW-Sprout Campus Garden

Monday, September 23
3:00pm - 5:00pm
UW-Sprout Campus Garden
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UW-Stout students, faculty, and staff: Help us harvest, weed, mulch, and enjoy the great outdoors! All volunteers will be provided with gloves and tools. Please bring water and your BlueCard.
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Trash Pickup with Service Club at Stout!

Monday, September 30
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meet Outside the Involvement Center (lower MSC)
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Join us as we pick up trash from around campus and surrounding areas. We will meet outside the involvement center for this event! This is a public event, so no membership is required to attend, but it is encouraged! We can't wait to see you there!
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Stout Proud Weekend

Friday, October 11 at 1:00pm
to Sunday, October 13 at 1:00pm
Campus Wide
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All Stout supporters, family and friends are invited to campus for a weekend of fun with their UW-Stout student(s).
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Banned Books Panel 

Tuesday, September 24
4:15pm - 5:30pm
2nd floor library 

A panel discussing banned books and their importance.

Sponsored by: Menard Center
For more information contact: Tim Shiell

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Meal Pack-A-Thon with Rotary 2024

Tuesday, October 1
1:25pm - 5:40pm
MSC Ballrooms
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Join the Involvement Center and Menomonie Rotary as we pack meals to fight childhood hunger within our community and throughout the world! Sign-up is open to individual students/staff or student organization groups. Packing sessions are an hour long and run from 1:25pm-2:25pm, 2:30pm-3:30pm, 3:35pm-4:35pm, 4:40pm-5:40pm. There are also volunteer shifts available for set-up and cleanup. Participants will get a free t-shirt and be able to sample the meals they are packing for others.

Individuals wishing to register for more than one timeslot must select the number of timeslots they'd like in the quantity field before registering. You'll then be prompted to select a timeslot for each ticket.

If you wish to register as a group, each member of your group must reserve their own ticket and be sure to pick the same timeslot. Space is limited in each session, so we suggest that your group registers early as we are unable to hold spaces. Groups should only register for one timeslot to provide opportunities for other students and groups.
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EVENT

Campus Free Speech: You Decide

Tuesday, October 1
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Harvey Hall 141
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UW-Stout Student Workshop facilitated by Tim Shiell

Event Highlights:

Campus Free Speech:
Explore the significance of free speech on campus. Discuss the principles that underpin this fundamental right and its role in fostering a diverse and inclusive educational environment.

Free Pizza and Soda:
Enjoy the delightful combination of complimentary pizza and soda as you connect with fellow participants.

$100 stipend:
As a token of appreciation for your active involvement, every attendee will receive $100. We believe in recognizing the value of your voice and commitment to fostering open dialogue on campus. Email Tim Sheill for more information.

Application Process:
To secure your spot and claim your $100 reward, provide your student ID number when applying. Your contribution to the conversation is not only valued but also rewarded. Email Tim Sheill expaining why you want to join the event to apply. It should be no more than 250 words on why you want to partisipate in the event.

Limited Spots Available:
Act fast to reserve your spot, as there are only a limited number available for this exclusive event. Be part of a community that values the exchange of ideas and embraces the principles of free speech.
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Career Conference Week

Career Conference Week

Over 300 employers attend Career Conference Week. Each day is broken down by industry to best suit your needs, but feel free to attend multiple days! Many employers hire for a variety of positions, including co-ops, internships, and post-graduate professional jobs. The list of employers is updated daily on Handshake, so check back often! All events are held in the Memorial Student Center.

Sponsored by: Career Services
For more information contact: Kellie Horzewski
(715)232-2178
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Writing Center open

Writing Center open

UW-Stout's Writing Center offers free support to students with writing projects like papers, reports, resumes and personal statements. It offers three service options: 
•    In-person consultations in Harvey Hall, room 174
•    E-tutoring consultations on Microsoft Teams
•    Email consultations
Students reserve appointments by visiting the center’s scheduling site.
Contact the Writing Center at 715-232-5284 or visit Harvey Hall, room 174 for hours and information.

Sponsored by: UW-Stout Writing Center
For more information contact: Kim Blomquist
7152325284
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Feature Stream: The Perks of Being A Wallflower

Feature Stream: The Perks of Being A Wallflower

Did you know you can watch movies for free with your university library access? Watch The Perks of Being a Wallflower by following the blog link! 

Sponsored by: University Library 
For more information contact: Zach Weekes
 

Misprint in the calendar handed out at FYRO

If you have a copy of the printed UW-Stout calendar given to first-year students and supporters at FYRO last summer, there is a misprint about the fall tuition due date.    Fall tuition is due on Wednesday, Oct. 9. Please reach out to Student Business Services with any questions: sbservices@uwstout.edu. 

Sponsored by: Marketing Communications
For more information contact: Student Business Services
715-232-1656
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Night Safety with Bikes and Scooters

Riding at night? Stay safe. If they can’t see you…then they can’t see you! Have proper lighting required by law:

  • Front Light: Your bike (or you) must have a white light visible from 500 feet ahead.
  • Rear Visibility: Equip a red reflector on bike visible from 50-500 feet behind. Must be at least 2 inches in diameter.
  • Optional: use a flashing red light instead of the reflector, as long as it's visible from 500 feet.

Sponsored by: Safety and Risk Management,  Sustainability Office
For more information contact: Ian Foley

Events

Monday, September 23
Start End   Event         Location
10:00am 3:00pm Pop Into Involvement Involvement Center, MSC
1:00pm 4:00pm Fall Career Conference | Computing: Data, Software & Security Memorial Student Center
2:30pm 3:30pm Brewing Belonging: EDI Coffee Chats - Land Acknowledgement Information Session MSC Willow/Walnut
3:00pm 5:00pm Volunteer at the UW-Sprout Campus Garden UW-Sprout Campus Garden
4:00pm 5:30pm MSS Welcome Back Wilson Park Pavilion
4:30pm 5:30pm Stoutonia Weekly Meeting Stoutonia Office, Involvement Center, MSC
5:00pm 5:55pm Group Ex - HIIT West Gym (54 Sports & Fitness Center)
5:00pm 6:00pm Honors Silent Book Club Honors Lounge, 430 Library
5:00pm 6:00pm SRA Runways and Resumes COMTECH 202
5:15pm 7:30pm Cru: Servant Team and Leadership Meeting MSC Willow/Walnut Room
5:30pm 6:30pm Sustainability Council Meeting| SSA Badger Room, MSC
5:45pm 6:45pm Cruise Night TBD
6:00pm 7:00pm HLC Committee Coordinator Meeting Price Commons - Hay River
6:00pm 9:00pm Tales of the ikoza (Dnd Club) Jarvis 245
6:00pm 7:00pm Chemistry Club: Colored Fire  Jarvis Hall 254
6:00pm 8:00pm K-Pop Club Weekly Meeting Birch Room
6:00pm 9:00pm Eclipse (Dnd Club) Jarvis 156
6:00pm 9:00pm Weekly TTG Meeting 3rd floor of the Robert S. Swanson Library
6:00pm 7:00pm Tea Time Animation Weekly Meeting Micheels Hall 295
6:00pm 7:00pm Coding Club | Weekly Meeting TBD
6:00pm 8:00pm Lutheran Campus Ministry Free Dinner & Discussion The Ministry
6:00pm 7:00pm Blue Devil Productions General Meeting Northwoods Room, MSC
6:30pm 7:25pm Group Ex - Yoga West Gym (54 Sports & Fitness Center)
6:30pm 11:00pm Phi Theta Chi Weekly Meeting White Pine room, Memorial Student Center
7:00pm 8:30pm Tie Blanket Making with Service Club at Stout! MSC Cedar/Maple Room
7:00pm 9:00pm Street Level Ministries Weekly Meeting Gilbert Creek Room - Merle Price Commons
7:00pm 8:00pm BDP Executive Board Meeting Northwoods Room, MSC

 
News From The Stout Student Association

Stay informed with the Stout Student Association. University Student Senate meetings are held weekly on Tuesdays with standing committee meetings throughout the week! 

EVENT

University Student Senate | SSA

Tuesday, September 24
6:30pm - 11:00pm
MSC Ballroom A
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Please join us for this weeks meeting of University Student Senate!

Our Caucus starts at 6:30pm with our full Senate Meeting starting at 7:00pm.

The University Student Senate is the legislative body of the Stout Student Association and meets weekly to discuss university policy and shared governance, allocate fees, promote new initiatives in support of the students, and hear from campus leaders.

The agenda will be posted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting and can be accessed here.  Anyone in need of accommodations should contact our Communications Specialist in advance at ssacommunications@uwstout.edu.

Want to learn more about the Stout Student Association?  Click here!
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Events

Monday, September 23
Start End   Event         Location
5:30pm 6:30pm Sustainability Council Meeting| SSA Badger Room, MSC
Tuesday, September 24
2:45pm 3:45pm Organizational Affairs Committee Meeting | SSA Eau Galle River Room, Merle Price Commons
5:15pm 6:15pm Executive Board Committee | SSA Northwoods Room, MSC
6:30pm 11:00pm University Student Senate | SSA MSC Ballroom A
       

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