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17. Kerry Egdorf named new ombuds
Dr. Kerry Egdorf, a MU adjunct assistant professor since summer 2005, has been named the new university ombuds, effective April 2.
As the ombudsman, Egdorf will serve as an independent and confidential campus resource for faculty, staff and administrator questions and concerns about university policies, procedures and activities, and for conflict resolution assistance.
At Marquette, Egdorf has taught for the colleges of Communication, Business and Professional Studies, and the Graduate School of Management. She was also a tenure-track faculty member in the College of Communication from 1997 to 2001. Egdorf has a Ph.D. in communication from Ohio University, M.A. in communication from University of Oklahoma, B.B.A. in management from University of Oklahoma, and a graduate certificate in dispute resolution from Marquette.
The Office of the Ombuds is located in Cudahy Hall, room 404, phone number 8-7041. Drop-in office and phone hours for the remainder of the semester will be posted on the ombuds Web site. Appointments can be scheduled by contacting the office.
18. Psychology Department relocates to Cramer Hall
The Psychology Department, formerly located in Schroeder Complex, has moved to the third floor of Cramer Hall. The department office is located in Cramer Hall 317 and the department chair, Dr. Michael Wierzbicki, is in 317B.
The department will hold an open house on Friday, April 20, from 1 to 4 p.m. Contact Sherri Lex for more information.
19. Hunger Clean-up registration ends tomorrow
Registration for Hunger Clean-up runs through tomorrow, Friday, March 23. Register during peak meal times, in all residence halls and AMU, or contact David Quam or Joe Yeado.
Hunger Clean-up is an annual activity in which members of the Marquette community volunteer for area service-related projects.
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20. Free showings of foreign films during three-day festival
Six foreign language/culture films will be featured at free showings during the Marquette Foreign Film Festival next week in the Weasler Auditorium. Presented by the Coalition of Language Honors Societies, MUSG and the Helen Way Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, all films will be shown with subtitles.
Monday, March 26
6:15 — Mar adentro (The sea inside) Spain, 2004
8:30 — Va, vis et deviens (Live and become): Belgium, Israel, Ethiopia, 2005
Tuesday, March 27
6:15 — La bestia nel cuore (Don’t tell): Italy 2005
8:30 — Furyo (Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence): Japan 1983
Wednesday, March 28
6:15 — Schultze gets the blues: Germany 2003
8:30 — Quo vadis: United States 1951
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21. Teaching workshop through D2L offered
A pair of D2L teaching workshops will be offered next week. Sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning, the workshops are held in Raynor 320H:
March 23, 9 a.m. to noon — D2L introductory workshop
March 28, 10 a.m. to noon., Quizzes
For more information or to register, go online.
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22. Learning sessions available to faculty and graduate students
The Center for Teaching and Learning will sponsor a series of conversations on active learning throughout the spring semester. All faculty and graduate students are invited to attend. Participants will learn how to encourage students to become more involved in, and responsible for, their own learning.
All sessions will be held from noon to 1 p.m. in Raynor 320H. Dates and session topics are:
March 27, Michael Havice, broadcast communication, “Problem-based learning: designs to engage the student”
April 3, Tom Eddinger, biology, “Active learning based in scientific teaching”
April 16, Sharon Chubbuck, education, “Developing conceptual knowledge and understanding through interactive learning”
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23. Need to relax? Try a $5 massage
Leave behind some stress at the Physical Therapy Massage-A-Thon from Monday, March 22, through Tuesday, April 3, and April 12 and 13 at Schroeder Health Complex 397.
Hours are Mondays from 3 to 9 p.m., Tuesdays 6 to 9 p.m., Thursdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m., and Fridays 1 to 5 p.m.
Cost is $5 for a 15-minute massage. E-mail Jennifer Allen for appointment requests within 24 hours of your desired time. Walk-ins are also welcome.
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24. Public Safety offers self-defense classes
The Department of Public Safety is offering several free self-defense classes combining a hands-on approach to learning effective techniques with information about national and local crime trends. Designed for both female and male audiences, the class incorporates simple strategies for escaping potentially dangerous situations.
Classes will be held:
• Monday, March 26, at 6 p.m. in AMU Ballroom AB
• Monday, April 23, at 6 p.m. in AMU Ballroom CD
Register by calling 8-6800.
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25. Donate hair to Locks of Love
Residence Hall staff and GLOW Salon and Spa are providing free haircuts to the Marquette community on Monday, March 26, in the AMU for individuals with at least 10 inches of hair when in a ponytail who are donating their hair to Locks of Love.
Locks of Love is a non-profit organization providing hair prosthetics for disadvantaged children who suffer from long-term hair loss due to medical conditions.
E-mail Lindsay Johnson to sign up for a one-hour time slot by tomorrow, Friday, March 23. For more information and guidelines for donating hair, go online.
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26. Walk a mile to prevent gender violence
Marquette men and women are invited to increase awareness about sexual and gender violence by participating in “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes,” on Sunday, May 6. Shoe donations will also be accepted in a donation bin in the AMU second floor lobby until Friday, March 30.
For the event, local corporations, foundations, businesses and individuals will create teams of male walkers who will be challenged to walk in women’s shoes. Donate women’s shoes — sizes 10 and up — to help the male walkers truly experience what it means to “walk a mile in her shoes.” You can also show your support by forming a team to participate in this event at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
For more information, contact Bridgette Hensley in the Counseling Center at 8-7172, or Amber Battisti in the Center for Health Education and Promotion at 288-5217.
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27. Be sure to check out Marquette museum exhibits
Two local exhibits honoring the 125th anniversary of Marquette University are still available for viewing.
“Marquette Then and Now: Images Celebrating 125 Years of Faith and Learning in Action,” is on exhibit at the Haggerty Museum of Art until April 18.
The Milwaukee Historical Society, 910 N. Old World 3rd St., is featuring an exhibit of the university's history, “Marquette University: 125 Years of Faith and Learning in Action,” until May 27.
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28. Symphony tickets available at reduced price
Enjoy reduced-price tickets for Marquette Night at the Milwaukee Symphony on Friday, April 20. Faculty, staff, alumni and their friends can purchase tickets for 25 percent off regular price.
The program includes Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 1 and a piano quartet by Brahms. Andreas Delfs will conduct and Garrick Ohlsson will play piano.
Enter source code 5459 on the MSO Web site to purchase tickets, and encourage students to take advantage of the student price of $11.50.
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29. Drama of the life of Jesus showing at Gesu
“‘Shua,” a one-man drama of the life of Jesus’ “hidden years,” will be performed in Gesu Church on Saturday, March 24, at 7 p.m. The performance is told from the perspective of a man who grew up with Jesus. This event is free — offerings will be accepted.