************************************************************** ** To submit an announcement to E-News or to read this ** ** issue or past issues on the web go to: ** ** ** ** http://www.unl.edu/e-news ** ************************************************************** In this Issue of UNL E-News: Feb 17, 2009 ANNOUNCEMENTS: 1. Credit Union acts as Back Pack Program collection point 2. Alternative Spring Break Trips 2009 3. Register now for spring 2009 NURAMP workshops 4. Limited Submission-NSF Math and Science Partnership 5. Women's Gymnastics Summer Camp EVENTS TO ATTEND: 6. Nebraska Colloquium Feb. 19 7. February Olson Seminar Topic on Evolution 8. UNL College of Engineering hosts Harvard bioengineering professor 9. Chemistry Colloquium Feb. 20 10. Physics and Astronomy Colloquium, Feb. 18 11. Physics and Astronomy Colloquium, Feb. 19 12. Department of Geosciences Stout Lecture 13. Water Seminar Feb. 18 features Michael Hochella 14. Biotechnology/Life Sciences Seminar Feb 18 15. Plant Pathology Seminar Feb. 24 16. Microbiology and Molecular Biology Seminar for Feb. 20 17. Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences Seminar 18. Mathematics colloquium, "Recursive Algebras," Feb. 20 19. Organic Agriculture and Foods Symposium Tonight 20. Leading in a Flat World Feb. 25 21. NUgrant Basics Workshop 22. UAAD Founders' Day, Feb. 24 23. "Join the West Wing" Feb. 24 24. Data, Donuts, Surveys and Solutions 25. Toastmasters-Help for the Tongue-Tied ARTS AND MEDIA: 26. Lied hosts "To Kill a Mockingbird" tonight 27. Lied Center presents "The Phantom Tollbooth" 28. The Pool and Obscene open Friday at the Ross 29. Architecture Alumni Exhibit 30. School of Music Events: Feb. 17-23 31. NET Radio's "Friday Live" from Scottsbluff Feb. 20 32. High School Bowling Championships on NET Television 33. High School Wrestling Championships on NET Television ************************************************************************* 1. Credit Union acts as Back Pack Program collection point The Back Pack Program is offered through the Lincoln Food Bank and LPS. On Friday afternoons, food filled backpacks are sent home with needy children so they will have food for the weekend. The University of Nebraska Federal Credit Union is acting as a collection point for specific food items and cash donations until the end of February. For more information, visit their Web site or call 472-2087. http://www.nufcu.org ************************************************************************* 2. Alternative Spring Break Trips 2009 Student Involvement is planning four trips for Spring Break, March 14-20. They need trip leaders. Applications can be picked up in the Student Involvement Office and are due Feb. 27. http://si.unl.edu/service_learning/asb ************************************************************************* 3. Register now for spring 2009 NURAMP workshops The Spring 2009 NURAMP (Research Administration and Management Program) Workshop series begins March 31. The seven-workshop series runs weekly through May 19 and is intended for faculty, graduate students, postdocs and research administration staff who are involved with sponsored projects. Contact Liz Banset at 472-7003 or ebanset1@unl.edu for more information, or visit the Web site listed below. http://research.unl.edu/nuramp ************************************************************************* 4. Limited Submission-NSF Math and Science Partnership The deadline for NSF Math and Science Partnership - Targeted Partnerships, is Aug. 20. An institution may be the Lead partner on only one proposal. If you are interested in developing a Targeted Partnership proposal, complete a Notification of Intent to Submit no later than March 2. For more information regarding the internal selection process, visit the Web site below or contact Dr. Kimberly Andrews Espy, 472-2851. http://research.unl.edu/facultyresources/limited_sub.shtml ************************************************************************* 5. Women's Gymnastics Summer Camp Register now for the Women's Gymnastic Summer Camps. A 3-day camp is offered starting June 19 and ending June 21 and a 6-day camp starting July 5 and ending July 10. Brochures and information are available at the Web site listed below or by calling 472-8808 or emailing ddurante@huskers.com. http://www.huskers.com ************************************************************************* 6. Nebraska Colloquium Feb. 19 The Nebraska Colloquium Lecture will be held at 7 p.m. Feb. 19 in the Nebraska Union Auditorium. Professor Ted Hamann, Teaching, Learning, and Teacher Education, will present "The Challenge of U.S/Mexico Transnationalism to the Linkage Between Schooling and Democracy." http://www.unl.edu/nebcolloquium ************************************************************************* 7. February Olson Seminar Topic on Evolution George F. Engelmann, professor of geology and biology at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, will present the Feb. 18 Paul A. Olson Seminar in Great Plains Studies. His talk, "The Fossil Record and the Fact of Evolution," will be presented from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the Great Plains Art Museum, 1155 Q St. The talk and a 3 p.m. reception in the museum are free and open to the public. http://www.unl.edu/plains ************************************************************************* 8. UNL College of Engineering hosts Harvard bioengineering professor Jeffrey J. Fredberg, Ph.D., will speak about "A Hard Day in the Life of a Soft Cell" at 11 a.m. Feb. 24 in Scott Engineering Center, Room 237. Dr. Fredberg is a professor of bioengineering and physiology in the Molecular and Integrative Physiological Sciences (MIPS) program at Harvard University's School of Public Health. For more information contact Bob Cogdill, Ph.D. at rcogdill2@unl.edu or 472-6363. ************************************************************************* 9. Chemistry Colloquium Feb. 20 Professor Hamid Band, University of Nebraska Medical Center, will present "Ubiquitin-Dependent Negative Regulation of Tyrosine Kinase Receptors: Cell Biology and Translational Possibilities" at 3:30 p.m. Feb. 20 in room 112 Hamilton Hall. The lecture is open to the public. http://chem.unl.edu/calendar/colloquia.shtml ************************************************************************* 10. Physics and Astronomy Colloquium, Feb. 18 Dr. Sergei Urazhdin of West Virginia University will present, "Current-Induced Excitations in Magnetic Bilayers: Why Does the Polarizer Behave Differently from the Free Layer?" at 4 p.m. Feb. 18 in Brace Lab 211. Refreshments precede the lecture at 3:30 p.m. in Brace Lab 201. This lecture is free and open to the public. http://physics.unl.edu/news/colloquium.shtml ************************************************************************* 11. Physics and Astronomy Colloquium, Feb. 19 Dr. Elizabeth F. McCormack of Bryn Mawr College will present, "The Detection and Analysis of Long-Range States of Molecular Hydrogen," at at 4 p.m. Feb. 19 in Brace Lab 211. Refreshments precede the lecture at 3:30 p.m. in Brace Lab 201. This lecture is free and open to the public. http://physics.unl.edu/news/colloquium.shtml ************************************************************************* 12. Department of Geosciences Stout Lecture Richard Kettler, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, will present, "The Age of the Earth," at 3:30 p.m. Feb. 20 in Bessey Auditorium. ************************************************************************* 13. Water Seminar Feb. 18 features Michael Hochella "Environmental Nanogeoscience: What Nature Has Already Taught Us" will be presented by Michael F. Hochella, Jr., University Distinguished Professor, Department of Geosciences at Virginia Tech, at 3:30 p.m. Feb. 18 in Hardin Hall, First Floor Auditorium, 3310 Holdrege Street, East Campus. ************************************************************************* 14. Biotechnology/Life Sciences Seminar Feb 18 "HPV16 E5 Mediated Cell: Cell Fusion - A New Model for Inducing Carcinogenesis," will be presented by Dr. Brian Ceresa, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, at 4 p.m. Feb. 18 in E103 Beadle. A reception will be held at 3:30 p.m. This event is open to the public. http://biotech.unl.edu ************************************************************************* 15. Plant Pathology Seminar Feb. 24 "A Detached Wheat Glume Assay for Studying Infection-Related Morphogenesis in Fusarium Graminearum" will be presented by Bill Rittenour, Ph.D. student in the Harris Research Group, at 4 p.m. Feb. 24 in A211 Animal Science. All are welcome to attend. ************************************************************************* 16. Microbiology and Molecular Biology Seminar for Feb. 20 Melanie Langford will present "A Novel Role for Czf1 in Candida albicans Quorum Sensing," and Tareq Jaber will present "Identification of a Novel Transcript and Protein Encoded Within the HSV-1 LAT Locus," at 3:30 p.m. Feb. 20 in 145 Morrison Building. Sponsored by the School of Biological Sciences. The seminar is free to all interested faculty, staff and students. ************************************************************************* 17. Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences Seminar Dr. Jishu Shi, associate professor, Kansas State University, will present "IL-1B and Inflammatory Bowel Disease: How are They Connected," at 4 p.m. Feb. 23 in VBS 145. The seminar is open to the public. ************************************************************************* 18. Mathematics colloquium, "Recursive Algebras," Feb. 20 Professor Said Sidki of the University of Brasillia, Brazil, will present "Recursive Algebras" at 4 p.m. Feb. 20 in Avery 115. Refreshments will be served at 3:30 p.m. in Avery 348. This talk is free and open to the public. http://www.math.unl.edu/~swiegand1/schspr09 ************************************************************************* 19. Organic Agriculture and Foods Symposium Tonight Alpha Zeta, an agricultural honor society, will host its annual symposium at 7 p.m. Feb. 17 in the Hardin Hall Auditorium, East Campus. This year's panel of experts will be exploring the many aspects of organic agriculture and foods. The event is free and all are welcome to attend. ************************************************************************* 20. Leading in a Flat World Feb. 25 Examine cross-cultural research, with the goal of improving our understanding of the role national culture can have within an organization at "Leading in a Flat World," an interactive seminar from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Feb. 25 at the Ferguson Center in Lincoln. UNL faculty and staff receive a 30 percent discount. To register or for details, call Department of Management, Business Seminars 472-0860 or visit: http://www.mds.unl.edu ************************************************************************* 21. NUgrant Basics Workshop The Office of Research will continue its hands-on workshops in NUgrant Basics for researchers and research administrators the final Wednesday of each month through May. The next session is from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Feb. 25 in 201 Alexander West. For more information, contact Mike Behne, 472-6323 or mbehne1@unl.edu. To register visit the Web site listed below. http://research.unl.edu/nuramp/nugrant.shtml ************************************************************************* 22. UAAD Founders' Day, Feb. 24 Senior Vice Chancellor Barbara Couture will present the Carl A. Donaldson Award for Excellence in Management and the Floyd S. Oldt Award for Exceptional Service to the University at the UAAD Founders' Day meeting from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 24 in the Nebraska Union. Reservations are due Feb. 18. Contact Yoko Smith at 472-6512 or ysmith2@unl.edu. http://uaad.unl.edu ************************************************************************* 23. "Join the West Wing" Feb. 24 Career Services will present "Join the West Wing Federal Job Search Workshop" from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Feb. 24 in the Nebraska Union. The workshop will provide students with information on resources for a federal job search, how to write a federal resume, and how to network with federal employers. An additional panel discussion will provide an inside look on the federal employment process. Encourage students to take advantage of this opportunity. http://www.unl.edu/careers/events/federaljobs.shtml ************************************************************************* 24. Data, Donuts, Surveys and Solutions The Bureau of Sociological Research (BOSR) and Survey, Statistics and Psychometrics (SSP) invite you to bring your research-related questions to one of their upcoming free drop-in sessions. Their staff will help you brainstorm ideas for designing, collecting, analyzing, and funding research projects. They can also help you locate specific resources on campus to address your questions or to facilitate your research from start to finish or stages in between. Upcoming sessions: Feb. 27, 9:30 to 11 a.m.; March 9, 9:30 to 11 a.m.; and March 27, 1:30 to 3 p.m. All sessions will be held in 104 Benton Hall. http://bosr.unl.edu ************************************************************************* 25. Toastmasters-Help for the Tongue-Tied Learn the skills to become a confident speaker, leader and listener. You can do it in a supportive and fun atmosphere with Toastmasters. The E.C. Speakers Club meets from noon to 1 p.m. every Wednesday in the Nebraska East Union. Call 472-9707 for more information. Visitors are always welcome. ************************************************************************* 26. Lied hosts "To Kill a Mockingbird" tonight The Montana Repertory Theatre's "To Kill a Mockingbird" speaks eloquently about human nature and values. It will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 17 at the Lied Center for Performing Arts. Tickets for this performance are $36 and $26; student matinee tickets are $4. Students with a valid I.D., as well as youth age 18 and younger, may purchase tickets for half price. ************************************************************************* 27. Lied Center presents "The Phantom Tollbooth" Based on the popular children's book, "The Phantom Tollbooth" comes to the Lied Center at 2 p.m. on Feb. 21. In this musical adaptation, Milo and his trusty time-keeping dog Tock embark on a mission to bring harmony to the Land of Wisdom. For ticket information, contact the Lied ticket office at 472-4747 or visit the Web site listed below. http://www.liedcenter.org ************************************************************************* 28. The Pool and Obscene open Friday at the Ross * Obscene (Feb. 20-26) - A look at the life and work of American publisher Barney Rosset and the Grove Press, who struggled to bring controversial works like "Tropic of Cancer" and "Naked Lunch" to publication. * The Pool (Feb. 20-26) - A boy working in a hotel becomes obsessed with a swimming pool in the opulent hills of Panjim, Goa in India. His life gets turned upside down when he attempts to meet the mysterious family who arrives at the house. http://www.theross.org ************************************************************************* 29. Architecture Alumni Exhibit The College of Architecture is presenting an exhibition featuring professional work by alumni of the Architecture Program who graduated in the 1950's to May 2008. The exhibit continues through Feb. 27. ************************************************************************* 30. School of Music Events: Feb. 17-23 * Feb. 21, the School of Music will hold Graduate Audition Day, all day in Westbrook Music Building. * Feb. 22, at 7:30 p.m., guest artist Tammy Lum will give a piano recital in Westbrook Recital Hall, room 119. This event is free and open to the public. Additional information can be found on the UNL School of Music Web site. http://www.unl.edu/music ************************************************************************* 31. NET Radio's "Friday Live" from Scottsbluff Feb. 20 Join host William Stibor at 9 a.m. Feb. 20 for a special program from Scottsbluff's annual Midwest Theater Film Festival. Hear from film festival organizers and attending filmmakers as well as from representatives of local arts organizations. Live music will be provided by local musicians previewing an upcoming benefit for Western Nebraska Community College. Tune in at 91.1 FM in Lincoln or listen live or via podcast on the Web. http://www.netNebraska.org/radio ************************************************************************* 32. High School Bowling Championships on NET Television The state's finest high school bowlers take to the lanes to see which schools will capture the title of "best in the state" when the "Nebraska High School Bowling Championships" air on Feb. 22 on NET1 Channel 12 and NET-HD. Teams from all across the state compete in Class A, B, C and D action taped at Lincoln's Sun Valley Lanes on Feb. 15. The state's finest high school girl bowlers compete beginning at 8 a.m., with the state's best boy bowlers hitting the lanes beginning at noon. ************************************************************************* 33. High School Wrestling Championships on NET Television One of Nebraska's most popular high school sporting events, the "NSAA High School Wrestling Championships," is broadcast live across the state on NET Television. Viewers will be able to watch all of the action of the annual event, telecast from Omaha's Qwest Center at 1:30 p.m. Feb. 21 on NET1 Channel 12 and in high definition on NET-HD. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *