From: Involvement Center
Date: March 18, 2021
Subject: Campus Life Today | Thursday, March 18, 2021


THURSDAY, MARCH 18, 2021

EVENT

Wonder Woman 1984

Friday, March 19
5:30pm - 11:30pm
APPA 210 & 321 and Virtual Streaming Link
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Blue Devil Productions is proud to present the film “Wonder Woman 1984.” The film is an IN PERSON EXCLUSIVE showing only. Seats are available on a first-come-first serve basis, so if you want seats we recommend showing up a few minutes early! There is second room available once APPA 210 fills up.

Diana must contend with a work colleague and businessman, whose desire for extreme wealth sends the world down a path of destruction, after an ancient artifact that grants wishes goes missing.
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Virtual Vacation

Monday, March 15 at 8:00am
to Friday, March 19 at 4:00pm
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Submit your 15-30 second video that will be shared on the UW-Stout Counseling Center social media pages! 
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Menards | Employer in Residence

Thursday, March 18
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
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Employer in Residence is an opportunity to engage with industry professionals, expand your network and increase your awareness of career possibilities. 

Wealth of opportunities available with a thriving company right in your backyard! Lots of entry level management positions available that they can quickly turn into a career as Menards is growing and promotes from within based on individual’s performance. If you would like to learn more about Menards,click here.

Link to recording once available can be found, here.
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8th Annual Qubie Gayla

Thursday, March 25
7:30pm - 9:00pm
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Now in its 8th year, the Qubie Gayla is our annual awards event honoring students, staff, faculty, and the Menomonie community for their work in the LGBTQIA+ community.

Due to limited space, award nominees will be able to attend in person and a virtual recording will be available to the public.

Award nominations can be submitted, here.
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EVENT

Covert Operations Virtual Game Night

Thursday, March 25
7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Covert Operations is your chance to test your detective skills. Every Thursday AMCS Women's Group will be hosting a game night dedicated to you sherlocks out there! We'll be playing games like Codenames and Among Us.

Everyone is welcome to join, regardless of major or gender, just come and have fun! We don't mind if you come in late or leave early.

You can join our discord, here.
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EVENT

Minecraft PvP - Prize Event | PONG

Friday, March 19
8:30pm - 11:30pm
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Come join us for a huge Minecraft Player vs Player event! We'll be playing a mode known as "Ultra Hardcore", and the winning team will be awarded two $25 Amazon Gift Cards.

The Rules:
No Natural Regen
Teams of two or solo
Shrinking world border

For more details join our discord, here.
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EVENT

FLIGHT Club and Latinos Unidos Presents: Fierce Freedom Human Trafficking Training

Monday, March 22
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Jarvis Hall 112
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FLIGHT Club and Latinos Unidos will be hosting Fierce Freedom, an Anti-Human Trafficking organization, for a virtual event where a Fierce Freedom speaker will be joining us and teaching students how to spot and react against possible human trafficking cases around the Eau Claire - Menomonie area.
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EVENT

Game Night | SLA

Friday, March 19
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ballrooms MSC
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Come inside it's fun inside! Come to the Ballrooms in the MSC for a fun
game night featuring a variety of games on March 19th from 5PM-7PM.
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Virtual Bingo

Wednesday, March 24
7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Are you a Bingo fan? We have bingo nights happening every Wednesday of the semester. Join us on Teams to play virtually. Those lucky enough to get a BINGO (or two) can win virtual giftcards and prizes. Join us alongside your other fellow Blue Devils for a night of *virtual* fun! 
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UW-Stout Bike Friendly University

UW-Stout continues designation as Bike Friendly University

UW-Stout has been re-designated as a bronze level Bike Friendly University by the League of American Bicyclists, for continually improving upon bike friendliness on campus. Learn more about our efforts to be bike friendly for students, employees and visitors, here.

Sponsored by: Sustainability Office
For more information contact: Sarah Rykal
View Article Here

Campus Climate Survey

Campus Climate Survey Closing April 2nd!

There is still time for undergraduates to complete the Spring 2021 Campus Climate Survey. Take the time to complete the survey and share your unique Stout experiences with us. The data from the survey will be used in making short-term and long-term plans to improve UW-Stout's campus climate. All students who complete the survey are entered for a chance to win a $25 Amazon card. 

Sponsored by: Dean of Students Office
For more information contact: Dominique Vargas
Complete Survey Here

Monday Meet Up - Poetry

Call for Poetry | Sharing at Monday Meetup | Poetry Celebration

April is National Poetry Month! On Monday, April 12th the Literature Committee, English and Philosophy Department and the Involvement Center are putting together a Poetry Celebration taking place from 7:00-9:00 PM in the MSC, Great Hall, or virtually on Teams. To partake in the event, register on Connect, here. The event will entail listening from a featured and publish poet, Karen Loeb, Professor Emerita UW Eau Claire and Eau Claire Writer.

Sponsored by: Invovlement Center
For more information contact: Involvement Center or 715-232-1772
Submit Poetry Here

Register for Research Day 2021

Research Day 2021 is April 22, 2021. Please register by Friday, April 16! Research Day is a campus-wide event in which students and faculty disseminate their research and celebrate their hard work throughout the academic year. Due to COVID-19 restrictions and best social distancing practice, the event will be held virtually via Canvas. Any questions can be directed to Stephen Eibes. 

Sponsored by: Office of Research and Sponsored Programs
For more information contact: Stephen Eibes
Register Here

Thursday, March 18
Start End   Event         Location
1:00am 11:55pm 4th Chinnock Red Cedar Trail Walks Private Location (rsvp to display)
3:00pm 4:00pm MSS | Understanding Our Cultural Lens Microsoft Teams
3:00pm 9:00pm Night Climb | URec Stout Adventures
3:00pm 3:30pm SSS | Walk It Out Meet Between Bowman Hall and Harvey Hall
5:00pm 6:00pm AFS Online Meeting Private Location (rsvp to display)
5:30pm 8:00pm Auto Club Shop Night Auto Club House
6:00pm 7:00pm LGBTQIA+ Mental Health Support Group | QUBE Microsoft Teams
6:45pm 7:45pm ASL Club meeting 3/18/2021 JHSW 214 OR Virtual via Microsoft Teams
7:00pm 9:00pm Action Night Anime | An-Bu Virtual
7:00pm 8:00pm Qubie Gayla Decorations Night | QUBE Cranberry Creek Room, Price Commons
7:30pm 9:30pm Cru Large Group Virtual Meeting  

Five Mental Health Benefits of Physical Touch

  1. Signals safety, trust, and comfort - oxytocin, the feel good chemical, is released and promotes trust among individuals and feelings of comfort

  2. Reduces feelings of anxiety and stress - levels of dopamine and serotonin are both increased, which help you regulate mood and relieve anxious feelings. Your heart rate slows and stress hormones decrease.

  3. Boost immune system and lowers blood pressure - physical touch has been shown to reduce diseases related to the heart and calms cardiovascular stress

  4. Critical to social and emotional growth - affective touch has been shown to activate areas of the brain involved with learning and decision making, as well as with emotional and social behaviors

  5. Inspire’s positive thinking - oxytocin also helps with a good mood and an optimistic outlook on the world!

UW-Stout Counseling Center
410 Bowman Hall (Clocktower Building)
Office: 715-232-2468   Hours: 8AM-4:30PM

We are currently providing Telehealth services via Microsoft Teams to virtually meet with Stout students.  As always, these sessions are confidential and at no additional cost to enrolled students. You can schedule an appointment by calling the above office number.
Check out the following for more information on ways to have a great semester:
Emergency and Crisis Resources: Call 911 if you are experiencing an emergency. Other mental health crisis options that are available 24/7 include:
  • Northwest Connections: 1-888-552-6642 (local area, Western WI)
  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-825