Almanac

Ask Bucky

Actual questions from real people, answered by the friendly folks at the Campus Information and Visitor Center.

Q: Where can I buy shoes like those worn by the UW men’s basketball team?
A: The team has worn several different models of Adidas shoes in the 2002-03 season, including the Promodel, the Players Ball and Bromium 3. For the NCAA tournament, the players sport the A3 ff model. Check with local retailers or visit Adidas online to determine the availability of these shoes.

Q: Where can I find a list of famous UW alumni?
A: The UW–Madison Almanac is your best source for this information. You can access the Almanac on line at http://www.news.wisc.edu/almanac.

Your questions for CIVC can be asked in person at its office on the first floor of the Red Gym, or call 263-2400, or e-mail askbucky@redgym.wisc.edu.

Arboretum to premiere film
The public is invited to a film premiere starring the Arboretum at 11:30 a.m., Sunday, April 6, in the Arboretum Visitor Center Auditorium.

“Putting Nature Back Together,” is the new, award-winning film that will introduce visitors to the Arboretum’s contribution to ecological restoration, along with its rich history and beauty.

Through the generosity of the Alliant Energy Corp., the Arboretum commissioned John Roach Projects to develop a film that provides insights into the Arboretum’s mission, vision and programs. John Roach Projects is a Madison-based, Emmy Award-winning video and film production company.

“We are excited about this public premiere of what we feel is a masterful production that will educate and inspire visitors for years to come,” says Arboretum Director Greg Armstrong. “This event is also an opportunity to meet and visit with the key players — both on and off camera — who made the film possible.”

A buffet lunch is part of the festivities. To offset expenses, the Arboretum is charging $2 per person or $5 per family. At 1 p.m., following lunch and the film, attendees will be offered a choice of naturalist-guided walking tours.

The reservation deadline is March 31. Contact Linda C. Bishop, development planning manager, at 265-2538, if you would like to attend. Make checks payable to UW–Madison Arboretum and mail to Linda C. Bishop, UW–Madison Arboretum, 1207 Seminole Highway, Madison, WI 53711.

Backward Glance
From Wisconsin Week, March 31, 1993: Paula Voos, professor of economics and industrial relations, is appointed to the Federal Commission for the Future of Worker-Management Relations by Labor Secretary Robert Reich. … The UW–Madison archaeology program is named as the 10th best in the country by the Society for American Archaeology. … Hewlett-Packard Co. donates computing and medical electronic equipment worth $450,000 to the College of Engineering, and the UW Hospital and Clinics. … UW–Madison women’s basketball guard Robin Threatt becomes the Badgers’ all-time leading scorer — for both men and women — with 1,901 career points. … The Badger men’s hockey team falls just short of a second straight Final Four appearance, losing a 4-3 overtime heartbreaker to Michigan in the quarterfinal round of the NCAA Tournament.