Events Bulletin
Learning
Botanical Art: Building With Colored Pencil
Mondays, Feb. 5-March 5, 7:15-9:45 p.m., Mosse Humanities. Fee: $75.
Instructor: Rhonda Nass. Create individual art works using a technique that emphasizes observation, composition and color layering. Register: 262-2451.
Gold Leaf Painting: A Fascinating World
Thursdays, Feb. 8-March 22, 7:15-9:15 p.m., Mosse Humanities. Fee: $65.
Instructor: Fujiko Isomura. Learn practical methods for applying and working with gold, silver and copper leaf, and create your own art. Register: 262-2451.
Realist Painting Classes
Continuing Studies is offering two Realist painting classes this semester from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturdays. Realist Painting in Oils or Acrylic will meet on the first Saturday, February-May, and will consider technique, composition, drawing, color, paint application and content. The instructor is Mary Diman. Realist Painting will meet on the second Saturday, February-May, and focus on the realist approach to painting. Kathleen Heinen is the instructor. Both classes meet in Mosse Humanities. Each is $120 or both classes are $200. Register: 262-2451.
Comic Book Art: Ages 8-12
Saturdays, Feb. 10-April 28, 10 a.m.-noon, Mosse Humanities. Fee: $110.
Instructor: Lucy Taylor. Learn inking techniques, the use of shading screens and the animation technique of transparency painting. Register: 262-2451.
German Samstagsschule, Grades K-8
Saturdays, Feb. 3-April 21, 9 a.m.-noon, West High School. Fee: $160.
Instructor: Michella Lang. This intensive and entertaining program develops German language skills and introduces children to the cultures of German-speaking countries through songs, games, videos and a variety of cultural activities. Register: 262-2451.
German for Adults
Continuing Studies offers two German classes for adults on Monday evenings beginning in January. Beginning 2 focuses on German conversation, culture, basic grammar and tips for travelers and is taught by Rose Stephenson from 7:8:30 p.m. at West High. German: Intermediate continues speaking practice and grammar review for those wishing more proficiency and greater familiarity with German culture. Madelon Kohler-Busch teaches this class from 7-8:30 p.m. at Vilas Hall. Each class is $81. Register: 262-2451. For information on additional German courses, call: 262-2075.
Italian for Adults
Continuing Studies offers two Italian classes this semester. Italian Beginning 2 uses dialogue to increase your vocabulary and facility with the language. Classes meet from 6:30-8 p.m. at West High School on Mondays, Jan. 23-March 19. Instructor: Lawrence S. Eagleburger. Italian Beginning 1 helps students learn to converse in Italian in a variety of social and cultural situations. Instructor: Diego Fasolini. Classes meet 6:30-8 p.m. at West High. Each class is $81. Register: 262-2451.
Norwegian: Beginning 2
Thursdays, Jan. 25-March 29, 6:15-7:45 p.m. Campus. Fee: $81. Instructor: Laura Ziukaite. Learn to converse in Norwegian in a variety of social and cultural situations. Register: 262-2451.
Lifelong Learning in Music
Academic staff and faculty members are welcome to explore their interests in music through Continuing Studies courses starting in the first few weeks of February. The classes and their starting dates include: Irish Repertoire, Feb. 1; Beginning Piano for Adults, Feb. 8; Continuing/Intermediate Piano for Adults, Feb. 6; String Skills and Ensemble for Adults – Beginning, Feb. 7; String Ensemble for Adults – Continuing/Intermediate, Feb. 7; World Music Sampler, Feb. 7, and Guitar for Adults – Beginning and Intermediate, Feb. 8. Fees range from $60 to $90. Information: 265-5627 or http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa
Children’s Dance Classes
Liberal Studies and the Arts offers continuing education classes in dance for children, starting in January. The classes and their starting dates and times include: tap dance, ages 8-11, Jan. 22, 5-6 p.m.; jazz dance, ages 8 and older, Jan. 27, 10:15-11 a.m.; ballet, ages 8 and older, 9:30-10:15 p.m., and creative dance, ages 4-7, Jan. 27, 9-9:30 a.m. Classes meet at State Street Center, 122 State St. Fees range from $37 to $72. Information: 263-8927 or http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa
Tuesday Morning Book Talks
Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m., Madison Public Library, 201 W. Mifflin St.
Fee: $12 class, $31 for three classes
Instructor: Laurel Yourke, Liberal Studies and the Arts
This session focuses on “On the Edge.” Class dates, books to be discussed and authors of the books are: Jan. 30, Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood, Rebecca Wells; Feb. 6, All Gone Widdun, Annamarie Beckel and Feb. 13, The Collected Poems, Wallace Stevens. Information: 262-3733 or http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa
Medical Spanish
Fee: $175. Designed for health-care personnel who regularly encounter Spanish-speaking patients, this series of three eight-week modules leads to a professional certificate in medical Spanish from Continuing Studies. Participants learn Spanish through vocabulary specific to the medical field. Classes meet at UW Hospital. The instructor is Joe Johnson.
Module 2 meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 23-Mar. 15, 6-7:30 p.m. The fee is $200. Participants continue to expand their medical vocabulary and communication skills in Spanish. Module 3 meets Mondays and Wednesdays, Jan. 22-Mar. 14, 6-7:30 p.m. The class focuses on expanding medical vocabulary, quick conversation and linguistic problem-solving.
Information: 262-3888; http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa
French for Reading Knowledge
Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 23-Apr. 12, 11 a.m.- noon, on campus. Fee: $105. Instructor: Irene Geller Lugassy
Continuing Studies offers this course, taught in an informal atmosphere, that provides a compact overview of grammar and vocabulary. It also gives the participant sufficient translation practice so he or she can begin reading independently in French. Further French reading and translation support is provided during individual sessions in April. The course prepares students for the university’s Reading Knowledge Exam. Information: 262-4873 or http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa
The First 12,000 Years: Archaeological Journey Into Wisconsin’s Past
Wednesdays, Feb. 7-21, 7-8:15 p.m., Elvehjem Museum. Fee: $24.
Instructor: Robert Birmingham
This slide/lectures series traces the development of Native American and early Euroamerican societies, with attention to many of the state’s spectacular archaeological sites. Information: 262-3731 or http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa
Medieval World: the South of France
Thursdays, Feb. 1-22, 7:30-8:45 p.m., Elvehjem Museum. Fee: $31. Instructor: Jane Schulenburg, Liberal Studies and the Arts
This four-part slide/lecture series surveys some of the marvelous medieval monuments and walled cities of the South of France, including the medieval cities of Carcassonne, Cordes, Aigues-Mortes; Arles, Albi, the papal palace of Avignon; St.-Sernin of Toulouse; the monasteries of Moissac, Fontfroide, St. Bertrand-de-Comminges, Canigou, Cuxa, St.-Guilhem-le-Desert; and other sites. Information: 262-3731 or http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa
International Opportunities Awareness Month
February 2001 will feature the first annual International Opportunities Awareness Month, providing students campuswide with a series of events that are specifically geared toward identifying international experiences and careers with a global focus. Students will hear from peers who are international by upbringing or by experience – through participation in study, work, volunteering and/or teaching abroad – as well as from community members and alumni who are currently working in an international capacity.
The kickoff event Monday, Feb. 5, 6-8 p.m., Morgridge Auditorium, Grainger Hall, is entitled, “The Global Forum: So You Want to Work Internationally – Are You Ready?” Roger Axtell, “one of the twenty-five most influential people in world trade,” according to World Trade Magazine, June 1998, will give an entertaining and informative look at international careers and the “do’s and taboos” of working with and within other cultures. His presentation will be followed by a panel of three individuals with diverse international work, study and travel experiences.
The International Work, Study and Travel Fair will be held Tuesday, Feb. 20, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. in Great Hall, Memorial Union. The Careers in the Public Sector Career Fair will be Tuesday, Feb. 27, 3-6 p.m. in Great Hall, Memorial Union.
Nearly 20 events with an international focus will take during the month – with involvement from the School of Business Center for International Business Education and Research and the Business Career Center and many other organizations, programs and colleges.
For a detailed listing of events, visit: http://www.wisc.edu/ciber/intlopp. More information: Susan Huber Miller, shubermiller@bus.wisc.edu.
Professional Development Exchange
Have you ever wanted to learn more about a particular department or program on campus? Meet other professional staff and learn what they do? The 7th Annual Professional Development Exchange Program is a great opportunity to experience the many facets of the university. The program has also been instrumental in building community between staff as well as improving student services by increasing communication and understanding between campus offices. Participants will spend one-on-one time with representatives from a department or program. Past participants were involved in shadowing hosts as they attended staff meetings, met with students, and discussed office policies and services. Former exchange sites have included: Dean of Students, Career Advising and Planning, Police Department, Student Financial Servicesand Mass Communications and the School of Journalism.
Exchanges will take place during the months of February and March. Applicants must be current Student Personnel Association members and have permission from their supervisor to participate in the program. Application deadline: Friday, Jan. 26. Applications or more information: Naomi Kroencke, 262-1755, nk@education.wisc.edu
Special or Guest Students
People not working toward a UW degree but interested in taking university credit classes this spring may apply now as a special or guest student. The application can be downloaded from http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/usg or call 262-1156 to request a form by mail. Questions can be directed to Continuing Studies at nondegree.students@mail.dcs.wisc.edu or visit the office weekdays at 905 University Ave. or call 262-2115. UW–Madison spring classes begin Jan. 22.
Spring Online Courses
For a complete description of the following six-week courses offered by Continuing Medical Education, visit: http://www.ed2go.com/cme/courses.html.
For general information, e-mail Rhonda Dix, rkdix@facstaff.wisc.edu.
Here is the list of online courses available:
INTERNET COURSES: Introduction to the Internet, Creating Web Pages, Advanced Web Pages, Creating Web Graphics, Getting Organized with Outlook, Java Programming for the Web, CGI Programming for the Web, JavaScript Programming for the Web, Dreamweaver, Microsoft Frontpage.
COMPUTER COURSES: Introduction to PC Troubleshooting, Photoshop Basics, Quicken for Windows, Microsoft Access – Intro/Intermediate, Microsoft Excel – Intro/Intermediate, Microsoft Word – Intro/Intermediate/Advanced, Introduction to Microsoft Powerpoint, Basic A Certification – Intro/Intermediate/Advanced, Windows File and Disk Management
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT COURSES: The Craft of Magazine Writing, Personal Financial Planning, A to Z Grantwriting, Debt Elimination Techniques That Work.
LEGAL COURSES: Paralegal Certificate Program 1 and 2.
SMALL BUSINESS COURSES: Start Your Own Consulting Practice, Start and Operate Your Own Home-Based Business, Marketing for Small Businesses, Practical Financial Management for Small Businesses, Business Communication Using E-mail
LARGE BUSINESS COURSES: Basic Supervision 1 and 2, Project Management Principles 1 and 2, Customer Service 1, 2 and 3
Course Auditing for Seniors
Under recent legislation, Wisconsin seniors age 60 and older are invited to audit regular UW–Madison lecture courses at no charge. Resident senior guest students interested in enrolling in spring classes should apply for admission now and through January 12. Call 262-2115 for the application.
Music Classes for Adults
Continuing Studies is offering a wide selection of music courses for adults starting in February. Topics range from history of bluegrass music, beginning harp and madrigal singing, to Irish repertoire expansion, improving your voice, and listening to the great composers. Fees range from $55 to $90. Information: 265-5629; http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa.
Fitness Classes Scheduled
Faculty and staff can choose from fitness classes offered by Continuing Studies starting in January. Classes include Chinese meditation, ch’i kung exercise for health, Pilates conditionings, Kundalini yoga, Alexander technique, acupressure and others. Information: 263-8927; http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa.
Continuing Education Catalog
The Winter/Spring 2001 Continuing Studies Catalog is available. It contains information about noncredit personal enrichment and professional development courses for adults in the fields of visual arts, aging and long-term care, clergy programs, communication, dance, developmental disabilities, evaluation and outcome, fitness and movement, history, international languages, literature, marketing, media relations, mediation, mental health, music, nonprofit development, photography, public management, publication design, study skills, theater and drama, travel/study, video production, women’s studies, and writing and editing. Copies can be found at the information desk in Bascom, at the lobby display at 905 University Ave., at Dane County public libraries and from the Division of Continuing Studies, 262-1156; cont.ed@mail.dcs.wisc.edu.
Visual Arts Courses
Fees: $25-$150
Continuing Studies offers many visual arts classes starting in February. Topics range from realist painting and working with pastels to making sacred bowls and applying color theory. Classes meet Saturdays and weeknights. Information: 263-6322; lju@mail.dcs.wisc.edu.
Dance Courses
Fees: $44-$88
This winter/spring semester Continuing Studies is offering dance courses, including ballet, African American dance, jazz dance, ballroom dance, Irish dance and Scottish country dancing. New courses focus on contact improvisation and dance turns. Information: 263-8927; kec@mail.dcs.wisc.edu.
Language Courses for Adults
Continuing Studies OffersBeginning and intermediate continuing education language courses starting in January in French, Spanish and German. An advanced Spanish course is scheduled. Beginning courses are available in Norwegian and Italian. Directed (correspondence) study courses are offered in French, Spanish, German, Polish and Russian. Classes are held at West High School, 30 Ash St., or on campus. For information on Spanish call (608) 262-3428; for other languages call 262-4873.
Depression Study
Greg Kolden, psychiatry, is seeking volunteers for a continuing study of a new psychotherapy for depression. Participants receive 20 weeks of the new psychotherapy (“Self-System Therapy”) or a standard therapy for depression. Individuals receiving treatment are not eligible. Information: 263-6110.
Graduate School Seminar Series
The Graduate School announces fall training opportunities on topics related to the research mission of UW–Madison. Campus researchers, administrators, educators and support staff can attend free seminars on subjects related to intellectual property, research program management and research funding opportunities. New presentations focusing on finding research funding and administering and managing research awards have been added to the series:
- Administering the Wisconsin Graduate Fellowship Program
- Locating Funding Sources Using the World Wide Web
- Legal Issues in Sponsored Research Agreements
- Proposal Preparation Tips
- Preparing Grant Budgets
The seminars will be presented by representatives of the Graduate School offices of University-Industry Relations and Research and Sponsored Programs in collaboration with the Office of Administrative Legal Services, the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation and the Business School. Registration requested for most seminars. Information: Jane Sherwood, 263-2840; http://www.wisc.edu/uir/.
Retention Action Project
The Retention Action Project listens to concerns and facilitates dialogue on subjects related to differences and multicultural experiences to help make the campus community climate more comfortable. In collaboration with the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and the Equity and Diversity Resource Center, RAP will bring a meeting to your department or community. Information: 263-4536.
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Campus Women’s Center
Fourth floor, Memorial Union. Information: 262-8093.
GUTS Free Tutoring
Stop in if interested in tutoring or if assistance is needed in academic subject or conversational English. 302A Union South. Information: 263-5666.
Jobs at the Union
Dozens of part-time jobas are available for students and nonstudents. Students have flexibility in planning schedules. To see openings, stop by human resources offices, weekdays, 408 Memorial Union, 8a.m.-5p.m.; or 231 Union South, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Memorial Library Tours
Conducted on request. Information: 265-2505
Outdoor Rentals
Boat house, Memorial Union, Monday-Friday until sunset.
Union South Games Room
Pool, bowling, table tennis, air hockey, video games and more. Radioactive bowling. Thursdays-Saturdays. Games Room, Union South. Information: 263-5181 or 263-2614.
Wisconsin Union Travel Center
On-campus guide to work, study and travel abroad. Memorial Union, Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.. Information: 262-6200; travlcnt@vms2.macc.wisc.edu.
Campus Libraries
Volunteers needed to repair books and sheet music, organize photo archives, assist library users and give tours. Information: 265-2505.
GUTS Seeks Volunteer Tutors
GUTS Tutorial seeks volunteers for conversational English tutoring that matches native English-speaking tutors with international students who want to improve their English skills and learn about American culture. 302A Union South, Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: 263-5666.
Higher Ground
Volunteers needed for live radio variety show. Information: 263-2564; engle@wpr.org.
Morgridge Center
Find a volunteer opportunity suiting schedule and interests. Red Gym, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Information: 263-2432.
Wisconsin Public Radio
“Whad ‘Ya Know with Michael Fieldman.” Volunteers needed. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Information: 263-2564; engle@wipr.org.
Writing Center at the Multicultural Student Center
The Writing Center and the Multicultural Student Center have teamed up to provide convenient writing instruction. Faculty and staff are encouraged to refer students who use the MSC (located in the Red Gym) to make use of this free writing instruction. Instructors are available Mondays and Wednesdays, 3-6 p.m., and Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., in the MSC. Students do not need appointments. Writing Center instructors work with students writing many types of papers in disciplines from literature to engineering, biology to women’s studies, as well as research proposals, application essays, cover letters and resumes. They can help at any stage in the writing process, from brainstorming and outlining to revising and rewriting. For information on how the Writing Center can help students at the MSC, simply drop in, contact the Writing Center, 263-1992, or visit: http://www.wisc.edu/writing/.