Photos, Lectures Highlight Women's History Event Nov.
15-17
By David Fitzgibbon, Public Relations
"Out of the Shadows and Into the Light," a photo exhibit and
lecture series Nov. 15-17 at the Nebraska Union, will highlight the
history
of women in Nebraska.
The photo exhibit by Omaha artist David Helm features images of
Nebraska
women projected onto large screens and juxtaposed with quotations, data,
and vignettes.
The lecture series will present a variety of perspectives on women's
lives in Nebraska. The topics range from women who make quilts to those
who make laws; from women who have lived here for centuries, to those who
were homesteaders, and to still others who have just recently arrived;
and
from women who perform exceptionally in the arts to those who excel on
the
sports field.
"The event is exciting because it combines an innovative and
captivating
photo exhibit with informative and entertaining stories about the
experiences
of Nebraska women," said Steven Willborn, an NU law professor who is
helping organize the event.
The exhibit and lectures - sponsored by UNL, the Nebraska Commission
on the Status of Women and the Nebraska Women's Foundation - will occur
in the ballroom of the Nebraska Union, and are free and open to the
public.
The photo exhibit is open Nov. 15 to 17 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The
lecture
schedule follows:
Nov. 15 - 11 a.m., Tonia Tauke, Nebraska volleyball player,
"Sports,
Title IX and Nebraska Women"; 2 p.m., Georgia Stevens, UNL professor
and extension specialist, "The Role of Women in Nebraska
Families."
Nov. 16 - 11 a.m., Charlene Porsild, UNL assistant history professor
and assistant director of humanities, "Nebraska Women: Hidden in
History";
noon, Patricia Cox Crews, UNL professor of textiles, clothing and design,
and director of the International Quilt Study Center, "Nebraska
Quilts
and Quiltmakers: Continuity and Change"; 1 p.m., Colette Masp, UNL
McNair Scholar, enrolled member of Northern Cheyenne nation, "The
Voice
of the Native American Female in Nebraska"; 2 p.m., Peggy Holloway,
assistant dean, UNL College of Fine and Performing Arts, "Nebraska
Women Making Music"; 4 p.m., Ann Mari May, UNL associate professor
of economics, "Working Women in Nebraska"; 6 p.m., Nebraska
state
Sens. LaVon Crosby and DiAnna Schimek, "Women in Politics in
Nebraska."
Nov. 17 - 11 a.m., Maria Dan Vu, director, Asian Community and
Cultural
Center, "Southeast Asian Women in Nebraska"; noon. Teresita
Aguilar,
associate professor, UNL Center for Curriculum and Instruction,
"Women
and Multicultural Education in Nebraska"; 2 p.m., Linda Ray Pratt,
professor and chair, UNL English department, "Literature and
Nebraska
Women: Tillie Olsen's Omaha Heritage"; 4 p.m., Judge Janice
Gradwohl,
UNL adjunct law professor, "Women Lawyers and Judges in
Nebraska";
6 p.m., Karen McWilliams, Calvert Elementary School teacher,
"African-American
Women and Spirituality: A Personal Perspective."
Next Geske Lecture Nov. 9 Explores Briseux
Alberto Pérez-Gómez, director of the graduate program in
the history and theory of architecture at McGill University, is the next
Geske lecturer for the College of Fine and Performing Arts, at 7 p.m.
Nov.
9 in the Sheldon Gallery auditorium.
His lecture is "Charles-Etienne Briseux and the Limits of
Instrumentality
in Architectural Theory." A reception will follow the lecture, which
is free and open to the public.
Pérez-Gómez was born in Mexico City in 1949. He earned
his undergraduate degree in architecture and engineering in Mexico City,
did postgraduate work at Cornell University, and was awarded a Master of
Arts and a Ph.D. by the University of Essex in England.
He has taught at universities in Mexico City, Houston, Syracuse and
Toronto,
at the Architectural Association in London, and was the director of the
Carleton University School of Architecture from 1983 to 1986.
He is the author of Plyphilo or The Dark Forest Revisited (MIT Press
1992) and is co-editor of the new series CHORA: Intervals in the
Philosophy
of Architecture, which explores fundamental questions concerning the
practice
of architecture and examines its potential. His latest book Architectural
Representation and the Perspective Hinge (MIT Press 1997) is on the
history
and theory of modern European architectural representation.
The Norman and Jane Geske Lectureship in the History of the Arts was
established in 1995 through the generosity of Norman and Jane Geske and
features noted scholars in the history of the visual arts, music,
theatre,
dance, film or architecture.
Extension Schedules Family Week Events for Nov. 8 and 9
By Molly Klocksin, IANR/CIT
Children to care for on one hand, elderly parents on the other. How do
members of the "sandwich generation" cope?
Some kids seem to fare better in life than others. What differences
can
their parents make?
University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension has designed interactive
video conferences on these relevant topics to be broadcast Nov. 8 and 9
during NU Family Month. The conferences will be downlinked to extension
offices, schools and other sites to encourage public participation.
Kathy Prochaska-Cue, family economy specialist, said she and other NU
faculty participating in the interactive events will share their
professional
and personal insights into coping with these challenges. Ordinary
Nebraskans
also will discuss their experiences handling these family challenges.
"It's not just about what the books say," Prochaska-Cue
said.
"Most of us involved have either been there or are there now. We
have
ideas and suggestions for others to think about."
"Raising Successful Kids" will feature Nebraska parents and
children who seem to be "doing things right." Topics include
how
sports and related activities affect children and how to pass goals and
values to kids. This session will be presented Nov. 8 from 7:30-9 p.m. CT
and 6:30-8 p.m. MT at 34 sites statewide.
"Being in the Middle: The Sandwich Generation" will discuss
ways NU experts and other Nebraskans have found to balance the needs of
children, elderly parents and the adults sandwiched in between
generations.
Topics include communication; financial, legal and safety issues; and
support
from relatives, friends and communities. This session will be presented
Nov. 9 from 7:30-9 p.m. CT and 6:30-8 p.m. MT.
Time will be set aside for participants at meeting sites around
Nebraska
to ask questions and discuss the issues.
Registration is $15 per family per conference.
Conference sites are at the county extension offices in the following
cities, unless otherwise noted: Albion; Alliance; Ainsworth High School,
Ainsworth; Edgerton Educational Center, Aurora; Beatrice; Community
Center,
Bridgeport; Broken Bow Public Library, Broken Bow; Burwell Junior/Senior
High School, Burwell; Central Community College - Platte Campus,
Columbus;
Haskell Agricultural Laboratory, Concord; Dakota City; U.S. Department of
Agriculture Service Center, Falls City; Franklin Public School, Franklin;
Geneva Library, Geneva; College Park, Grand Island; Adams County
Fairgrounds,
Hastings; Hebron; Holdrege; Kearney; Lexington; Lincoln; NU Agricultural
Research and Development Center, Mead/Ithaca; Mullen High School, Mullen;
Neligh; Northeast Community College Lifelong Learning Center, Norfolk;
Exhibit
Hall, Keith County Fairgrounds, Ogallala; Omaha; O'Neill; NU Panhandle
Research
and Extension Center, Scottsbluff; Seward; Valentine; Wilber; West Point;
York County Fairgrounds, York.
For more information or to register, call Betty at the NU Institute of
Agriculture and Natural Resources at (402)472-3035 or (800)755-7765.
Central Administration Service Awards Program Nov. 11
NU President L. Dennis Smith will host Central Administration Service
Award recipients at 10 a.m. Nov. 11 in the Varner Hall Board Room. The
following
individuals will be honored for their years of service with the
University.
- R. Jean McAllister, 40, Office of the President
- Karen S. Lenzen, 25, Vice President for Business & Finance
- Edward W. Quade, 25, Computing Services
- Ronald G. Schuerman, 25, Computing Services
- Kevin S. Hopper, 20, Computing Services
- Pamela A. McCoy, 20, Computing Services
- Donald D. Sand, 20, Computing Services
- James R. Zemke, 20, Computing Services
- Gloria Y. Brink, 15, Vice President for Business & Finance
- Dennis D. Crossgrove, 15, Computing Services
- Calvin C. Belt, 10, Computing Services
- Fran Clausen, 10, Vice President for Business & Finance
- Keith A. Dietze, 10, Vice President for Business & Finance
- Jeanne Holdren, 10, Vice President for Business & Finance
- Roger D. Korth, 10, Computing Services
- Amy Stephen, 10, Computing Services
- Walter W. Aude, 5, Computing Services
- Randall D. Goldenstein, 5, Computing Services
- Greg A. Gray, 5, Computing Services
- Caren C. Hansen, 5, Computing Services
- Doris A. Jansky, 5, Executive Vice President & Provost
- Gail A. Miller, 5, Executive Vice President & Provost
- Judy M. Roots, 5, Vice President & General Counsel
- L. Dennis Smith, 5, Office of the President
Nov. 12 Harris Lecture Features Film Producer Robert Shapiro
Hollywood producer Robert Shapiro will be the first guest of the
1999-2000
Harris Lecture Series sponsored by Ron and Chris Harris. Shapiro will
speak
to UNL theatre and film students presenting three free lectures at 10:30
a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 12 in the Sheldon Memorial Art
Gallery
auditorium. The lectures are open to the general public.
Shapiro began his show business career in the mailroom of the William
Morris Agency. He rose through the ranks becoming managing director in
charge
of William Morris' London office and senior vice president and head of
their
International Motion Picture Department where he represented some of the
industry's most prominent stars and filmmakers.
After leaving William Morris, Shapiro became president of Warner
Brothers
Worldwide Theatrical Production Division, a position he held for more
than
six years.
Some of the 50 plus films produced during his tenure at Warner
Brothers
include: the "Superman" films, Hooper, Private Benjamin, Going
in Style, The In-Laws, Altered States, National Lampoon's Vacation, Time
After Time, Every Which Way But Loose, and Chariots of Fire. Shapiro also
produced Tim Burton's highly acclaimed comedy hit, Pee Wee's Big
Adventure
and was executive producer of Steven Spielberg's Empire of the Sun.
Films Shapiro has been associated with have won several Academy Awards
and he has been nominated for a Golden Globe Award and received the
prestigious
Christopher Award as well as the Genesis Award for Best Picture (Black
Beauty)
in 1994.
In addition to producing, Shapiro directed second units on several
films
and in 1998 directed two episodes of Dick Clark and Fox Network's Beyond
Belief.
The Ron and Chris Harris Lecture Series is designed to expose students
to working professionals in the areas of film and television. Other
guests
of the series have included actor Christopher Lloyd and director Donald
Petrie, among others.
Degree Grade Rosters Due Dec. 3
Degree Grade Rosters identifying Dec, 18 degree candidates will be
mailed
to the faculty on Nov. 22. The deadline for returning the rosters to the
Records Office will be Dec. 3.
Let's Talk Teaching Looks at Grading Process Nov. 9
The Teaching and Learning Center will sponsor a "Let's Talk
Teaching"
conversation session at 8 a.m. Nov. 9 in the Selleck Hall private dining
room. The session is designed to bring together instruction at UNL to
exchange
ideas about things that influence student learning and the ways we
teach.
Some UNL students will share their views about grading and
participants
will try to find ways to help students use the grading process as yet
another
tool for learning.
To register for this session, contact the Teaching and Learning Center
at 472-3079 or email teaching@unl.edu.
Resource Info Offered For New and Pretenure Faculty
Academic Affairs and the Teaching and Learning Center will hold a
1999-2000
Grand Tour of UNL Resources that Support Teaching and Research session on
"Research Support" for new and pretenure faculty members, from
8 to 9:30 a.m. Nov. 9 in the Beadle Center.
UNL provides a number of valuable resources to support teaching. Don
Helmuth of the Research Grants and Contracts Office will be joined by
Suzanne
Rohde, mechanical engineering and the Center for Materials Research, and
Sandy Scofield of the Center for Science, Math and Computer Education, to
provide information about grants and grant writing and other services
available
to university researchers.
To register for this session, contact the Teaching and Learning Center
at 472-3079 or email teaching@unl.edu.
TIAA/CREF Counselor On Campus Nov. 16, 17
A TIAA-CREF counselor will be available for individual consultations
on Nov. 16 in the Nebraska Union and Nov. 17 in the East Union.
To reserve a space, call Coco Chance in the Denver Office at (800)
842-2009.
For more information, call the Campus Benefits Office at 472-2600.
Project Seeks Writings About Rural Life
A UNL project is seeking writings that capture rural life and values
as the 20th century ends.
The Rural Nebraska Writing Project, led by UNL sophomore student Chris
Gustafson for the Center for Rural Community Revitalization and
Development,
aims to collect short stories, poems and personal narratives about topics
including agriculture, spirituality, values, schools, sports, work and
community
in rural Nebraska.
"The only requirement is that the writer must be from rural
Nebraska,
or very involved in rural life, and the writing must focus on modern
rural
life," said Gustafson, whose family has farmed near Mead since
1876.
The pieces will be reviewed by an editorial board and ultimately
included
in a book expected to be published in late 2000, Gustafson said.
Submission deadline is Jan. 15, 2000. Pieces may be mailed to
Gustafson
at 1020 CR Q, Mead, Neb., 68041, or Rural Voices, in care of the Center
for Rural Community Revitalization and Development, Room 58C, Filley
Hall,
Lincoln, Neb., 68583-0947.
For more information, contact Gustafson, (402) 436-6104 or cgustaf2@bigred.unl.edu, or John
Allen, center director, (800) 328-2851 or jallen1@unl.edu.
International Eye Opener Nov. 18 Looks At China
The next International Eye Opener Breakfast topic will be "Tips
for Successful Teaching and Research Experience in the Middle
Kingdom,"
at 7:15 a.m. Nov. 18 in the East Union. Robert Diffendal, professor and
research geologist, Conservation and Survey Division, will discuss
working
conditions of foreign faculty who teach and/or do research at Chinese
universities,
tips for having a successful exchange visit, and results of his geologic
research in China.
The breakfast gathering of individuals interested in the international
arena, is sponsored by the International Programs Division in IANR.
All faculty, staff and students of the University of Nebraska and the
public are invited. Call 472-2758 for a reservation.
Komensky Club Discussion Nov. 18
The Komensky Club will hold a panel discussion, "Ten Years of the
Velvet Revolution," at 7 p.m. Nov. 18 in the Nebraska Union.
Panelists
will include Jim McClelland, Mila Saskova-Pierce, Joseph Svoboda, Zdenek
Hubicka, Helena Hubickova and others.
Confined Space Training Offered by EHS
Environmental Health and Safety will present training on the UNL
Confined
Space Program during the week of Nov. 8. This program affects maintenance
and other employees who work in or around confined spaces at UNL.
Examples of confined spaces include boilers, vaults, pits and tanks.
If you feel you may be affected by the confined space program and you
have
not been contacted by EHS regarding training, call Emily Ranken at
472-9554.
Nov. 9 Lecture Focuses on Civil Rights Legend
The African American and African Studies Speakers Series will present
"Warriors For Freedom -A Legacy of Reliance and Resistance: The
Story
of Robert F. and Mabel R. Williams," with Mabel R. Williams, widow
of Robert F. Williams, at 3:30 p.m. Nov. 9 in the Dudley Bailey Library
in Andrews Hall.
Mabel Williams shared in the struggle for civil and human rights with
her husband, Robert, from the late 1950s in Monroe, N.C., until his death
in 1996. Mr. Williams advocated and organized "armed
self-reliance"
in response to white terrorism. The Williams family lived in exile from
1961 to 1969 in Cuba and the People's Republic of China. While in exile,
the couple published their militant black newsletter, The Crusader-In
Exile.
In Cuba they created a radio program "Radio Free Dixie" which
could be heard throughout the southern United States. Upon returning to
the United States, the couple continued to be involved in the African
American
struggle and Mr. Williams worked to promote the opening up of relations
between the U.S. and China.
The Robert F. Williams story is outlined in the book Negroes With
Guns,
published by Wayne State University. Radio Free Dixie, by Tim Tyson,
U.N.C.
Press, provides an historical, analytical biographical account of the
events
of their lives.
The lecture is sponsored by the African American and African Studies
Program, the College of Journalism and Mass Communications, Communication
Studies, Graduate Studies, the History Department, International Affairs
and Political Science.
Occupational Medicine Services Shifts Providers
Occupational medicine services for university employees are no longer
available through the University Health Center. The new provider for
occupational
medicine services is Heartland Comp. Occupational medicine services
include
such things as physicals, medical qualification for use of respiratory
protective
equipment, hearing screenings for employees who work around high levels
of noise, and Hepatitis B vaccinations for employees with a risk of
exposure
to blood-borne pathogens.
To arrange for occupational medicine services, supervisors can contact
Heartland Comp at 458-4850. The supervisor will need to provide Heartland
Comp the name and Social Security number of the employee needing a
medical
appointment, the medical service required, and the department company
center
number for billing purposes. Heartland Comp will then arrange for the
employee
to be seen by a medical care provider.
In conjunction with the new arrangements for occupational medical
services,
employees who have been seen by the University Health Center for care in
the past will be receiving letters from Heartland Comp requesting they
authorize
the release of a copy of their medical records from the University Health
Center. Prompt return of the Record Release Authorization form will
assure
a smooth transition of the occupational medicine services.
For more information, contact EHS at 472-4925.
Fidelity Counselor on Campus Nov. 16 and 17
A Fidelity Counselor will be available for individual consultations
Nov.
16 in the Nebraska Union and Nov. 17 in the East Union. To reserve a
space,
call Central Reservation Systems in Boston at (800) 642-7131.
For more information, call the Campus Benefits Office at 472-2600.
Free UNOPA Fall Workshop Nov. 11
UNOPA will sponsor "Money 2000: Getting the Most from the Money
You Make," a free workshop by Kathy Prochaska-Cue, from 8:30 to
11:30
a.m. and again from 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 11 in the East Union.
For more information call Diane Sullivan, 472-8687.
EHS Advises: Avoid Mercury Spills
Recently, EHS has responded to two mercury spills. In the first
incident,
students in a teaching lab were using a psychrometer containing
mercury.
During the lab, the psychrometer broke releasing mercury over a large
area. Lab had to be suspended and several hours of class eliminated for
the day while EHS contained the mercury. In the second incident, an old
mercury spill was found on the eve of a room renovation. Start of
construction
was delayed for half a day so that EHS could monitor the room for mercury
vapors and clean up the spill.
To avoid future problems with mercury spills, EHS asks you to take the
following steps:
o Replace mercury-containing equipment with digital or non-mercury
equipment.
For additional information or specific ideas for substituting
mercury-containing
equipment in your work area, contact EHS at 472-4925.
o Redesign an experiment or apparatus to protect mercury-containing
devices.
In the teaching lab, the psychrometer was being spun in the air when a
fan
may have served the same purpose. In the renovation, it appeared that the
mercury containing device had been removed from a larger apparatus and
leaned
up against the wall. It appeared the device had fallen over, which then
spilled the mercury.
o Purchase a mercury spill kit. These are available from most
scientific
vendors.
All persons using mercury or mercury-containing devices are
responsible
for cleaning up their spills immediately to prevent a build-up of mercury
vapors and resulting hazards. See the EHS web page http://www.unl.edu/environ
for more information regarding mercury spills, hazards and clean-up.
Basic Investment Strategies for the
Novice
UAAD Offers Investment Seminars Nov. 16, 17
The UAAD Professional Development Series presents "Balancing Your
Financial Future - Investing For The New Millennium A Seminar On Basic
Investment
Strategies For The Novice Investor," on Nov. 16 and 17 in the
Nebraska
Union.
Topics include stock market basics and terminology, mutual funds,
simple
methods for investing, asset allocation, annuities, estate planning,
financial
planning, UNL retirement options, investment clubs and resources for new
investors.
The seminar will be presented in two parts, in modular sessions.
Presenters include Allstate Insurance, American Express Financial
Group,
Fidelity Investments, Midlands Financial Benefits, National Association
of Investors Corp., Paine Webber and TIAA/CREF.
Part I will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Nov. 16 and Part II from 1:30 to 4:30
p.m. Nov. 17.
The program on Nov. 16 will include:
o 1 to 1:45 p.m. - The Basics of the Stock Market, with Jeff
Makovicka,
Financial Adviser, Paine Webber. He will cover the basics of Wall Street
and the stock market, and gain an understanding of what it takes to
become
a successful investor. Gain the foundation needed to make informed
decisions
regarding investing options.
o 2 to 2:45 p.m. - Mutual Funds and an Overview of UNL Fidelity
Options,
with Greg Finch, Fidelity Investments Tax-Exempt Services Co. He will
discuss
the basics of mutual funds, investing for retirement, and how to use
Fidelity
funds as a part of the University of Nebraska retirement plan.
o 3 to 3:45 p.m. - Simple Methods for Understanding How to Invest,
with
Steve Andersen, chairman and CEO of Midlands Financial Benefits. He will
teach proven techniques and simple ideas that have worked for over 30
years
to help people reach their financial goals. Some issues not normally
considered
when investing and planning for financial security will also be
discussed.
o 4 to 4:45 p.m. - TIAA/CREF and Asset Allocation, with Carol Belica,
senior individual consultant, TIAA/CREF. She will give a brief historical
overview of TIAA-CREF and its relationship with UNL, asset allocation
models
and strategies including discussion of risk tolerance, discussion of tax
deferred savings (Supplemental Retirement Annuity), and other products
and
services.
The program on Nov. 17 will include:
o 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. - Protecting Your Assets through Estate Planning,
with Bob Shigley, CLU, ChFC, RFC, Insurance and Long-term Planning
Specialist,
Allstate Insurance, Linda Jo Law, LUTCF, Allstate Insurance. They will
discuss
annuities, life insurance, long term care, and taxation. They will give
the big picture and the available avenues that can be utilized to protect
us from the risks we face.
o 2:30 to 3:15 p.m. - Planning for Your Success, Deb Cirksena, CFP,
senior
financial adviser, American Express Financial Advisers, Inc. She will
cover
the process of financial planning and some the common tools and
techniques
used to achieve financial success. She will also examine some of the
common
pitfalls that can keep you from achieving your financial goals.
o 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. - Learning and Earning with an Investment Club,
Ron
Randall, vice president, NAIC Heartland Chapter. He will discuss NAIC and
the worldwide investment club movement will be explained. Investment
clubs
are an enjoyable way to learn proven investment principles and methods.
The National Association of Investors Corp. provides extensive resources
and support to investment clubs. By learning how to analyze companies and
make investment decisions, club members gain valuable investment
experience
which they can use when making their own family investments.
Register by calling 472-2454, or ask for an e-mail form to
complete.
The seminar is free for UAAD members, $10 for non-members. Payment
accepted
at the door.
CourseInfo Training Offered
Information Services will offer introductory CourseInfo 3.0 training
sessions in the New Media Center, 163 Mabel Lee Hall, at the following
dates
and times:
Nov. 4, 10 a.m. to noon; Nov. 5, 10 a.m. to noon; Nov. 22, 1 to 3 p.m.
and Nov. 23, 10 a.m. to noon.
These workshops are offered free to UNL instructors and will be
helpful
for faculty who are just getting started with CourseInfo, or would like
to feel more comfortable with the new 3.0 upgrade. Please call 472-9050
or email itsoffice@UNLNOTES.UNL.EDU
to register. If you have any questions, call 472-1657 or email phe@unl.edu.
London, Paris 2000 Tour Has Openings
It's not too late to sign up for the May 12-28 London and Paris tour.
A week in each of these cities, equipped with a museum pass and an
Underground/Metro
pass makes for an exciting opportunity to explore art, architecture and
European culture. Five spaces remain.
Contact Gail Kendall gkendall1@unl.edu
or Christa Joy at International Affairs iaffairs@unl.edu
for a prospectus or other information. | 
