No images? Click here April 1, 2024To better view this newsletter click on the "No Images?" link in the upper right corner of this newsletter. Programs and events are open to all students regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age. IMPORTANT INFORMATIONStudent Grievance OfficerAny students who believe they have been treated unfairly, discriminated against, or have had their rights abridged may initiate a grievance within one year from the event giving rise to the complaint. More information is available here. WHAT'S HAPPENINGThe Soul of CivilityJoin the McConnell Center virtually Monday, April 1, at 6 p.m. as we host author Alexandra Hudson. Ms. Hudson will deliver a lecture as part of our year-long study of Alexis de Tocqueville's "Democracy in America." Watch at bit.ly/3tTOVZ5. North Korea to America: A Defector SpeaksJoin us April 2 at 4:30 p.m. at Harry Frazier Hall in the College of Business for a rare opportunity to hear from Yeonmi Park, who defected from North Korea at 13. She'll discuss her incredible journey to freedom and her unique perspective on liberty as a survivor of a totalitarian dictatorship. Free event, free pizza. Learn more here. History in Movies 2024Join us on Tuesday, April 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the Floyd Theater in the SAC for a free screening of historical short films produced by history students here at UofL. Join us to appreciate their work and enjoy some good snacks and drinks. More information here. Calling All CardsJoin UofL Athletics, @uoflelsb, Blood DriveTREW Friends UofL and APO are hosting a blood drive with the Red Cross on Thursday, April 4 from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. in the Red Barn. Please come share the gift of life. More information here. Women Leading in Commercial Real EstateJoin us for an empowering panel discussion tailored for aspiring female leaders in the commercial real estate sector. This event will take place on Thursday, April 4 from 4:30–6 p.m. in the SAC Floyd Theater. More info here. Kickball for a CauseJoin Honors Student Council for our kickball tournament. You can join with a team or individually. The tournament will be Saturday, April 6 at 11 a.m. at the intramural fields by the SRC. All proceeds go to special olympics. Click here to sign up to participate. Student Farmer's MarketJoin HSC and Student Sustainability Coalition in Monday, April 8 from Noon–2:30 p.m. in the Red Barn and SAC West Plaza. There will be 15+ local vendors for you shop from. Here and Beyond: Alumni Careers PanelJoin alumni in the sciences, social sciences, and humanities for a discussion of where a degree from the College of Arts & Sciences can take you. Free breakfast pastries & coffee provided. Friday, April 12, 9:30–11 a.m., BAB 218. Sign-up here. 2024 UofL Out of the Darkness WalkCome out for the annual Out of the Darkness University of Louisville campus walk on Saturday, April 20. The walk program starts at 10:30 a.m. Click here to register today. GRADUATESGraduating in May? Apply to Earn Distinction Cords through the CARDS EXCEL programUndergraduate students who complete two engaged learning experiences and submit approved reflections on those experiences will be eligible to earn the CARDS EXCEL distinction and cords for graduation. May 2024 graduates must submit their application with reflections by April 21 to be considered. Visit the CARDS EXCEL website for more information or contact us at cel@louisville.edu. PLAN Workshop: Research Data ManagementIs your research data a bit of a mess? This workshop will give you five practical
strategies that will help you save time, improve your organization, share your data with others, and maximize the impact of your work. Bring your own device for time to work with your data and consult in the session. April 1, 3 p.m., Ekstrom Library, W104. ACADEMICSApply to the Dissertation Writing RetreatDoctoral students: spots are still open for the University Writing Center's Dissertation Writing Retreat. The retreat, sponsored by the Graduate School, runs May 13–17 and provides participants dedicated time for writing. Applications will be accepted until April 19 or until all spots are filled. Learn more and apply here. Accelerated MPH Degree Program for Any MajorThis option allows a student to complete any undergraduate major and the Master of Public Health (MPH) over a five-year period. Eligible students must have earned a minimum of 75 credit hours and a cumulative GPA of 3.25 by their sixth undergraduate semester and submit required materials by February 1 each year. Learn more here. AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPSApply for Gender Equality ScholarshipApplications are still open for the Equality Scholarship for undergraduate students. For more information and to apply by April 7, visit the Women Center Engage Portal here. GROUPS & ORGANIZATIONSUNA-Women General Body MeetingTuesday, April 2, 5:30 p.m. in HUM 114. Test your knowledge of Black Women and femmes in history with our trivia night. Click here for more information. ARTS & RESEARCH SHOWCASEUndergraduate Arts & Research ShowcaseThe university-wide UG Arts and Research Showcase provides an opportunity for UG students to share their scholarship with the university community. We encourage students from all colleges and schools to participate. The showcase will be held on April 23, from 12–2 p.m. in the SAC Ballroom. Deadline April 15. Click here for more information. SUSTAINABILITYSustainability Roundtable: Beyond PlasticsAll students interested in environmental, social & economic justice are invited to our biweekly virtual seminar series Tuesdays at 4 p.m. on Teams. On April 2, we’ll hear from community activist Pam Raidt who recently launched Beyond Plastics Louisville to promote alternatives to single-use plastics. Click here for link and more information. Guerrilla Gardening Workshop: Tuesday, 4 p.m.Join us in the Garden Commons next to the Baptist Center to learn how to beautify & feed the world in abandoned urban spaces. If you've ever walked by a vacant lot and thought "Farm It!", this is the workshop for you. We'll make seed-bombs & talk etiquette. You’ll be empowered to make the city grow. Click here for more information. Saturday Tree-Planting Just South of CampusJoin the UofL Sustainability Council at this tree planting sponsored by Louisville Grows to help restore the tree canopy in the Lucky Horseshoe neighborhood around Churchill Downs. Trained Citizen Foresters will lead groups of volunteers to properly plant trees April 6, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., 3220 Bohannon Ave. Click here for more info. UofL Sustainability Council Hiring InternsGot a passion for the environment & justice? UofL’s Sustainability Council is hiring paid interns to take the lead on campus projects in 2024–25 for 5–10 hrs/wk. Positions available: Communications, EcoReps, Dining, and Renewable Energy. Applications due April 15. Learn more and apply here. ASK THE ADVOCATEQ. I need to withdraw from classes, but the withdrawal deadline has passed. What should I do? A. Each college at UofL has a process in which you may petition for a late withdrawal. Speak with your Academic Advisor or contact the Student Advocate at advocate@louisville.edu or (502) 852-5787 to discuss your options and learn about your college’s process. DID YOU KNOW?Find out about hot topics in health, emergency procedures, health promotion, and more. There is an informative website for Campus Health Services at louisville.edu/campushealth. CHECK UNIVERSITY EMAIL REGULARLY and CONSULT BLACKBOARDYou are receiving this email because you are a student at the University of Louisville. By unsubscribing, you agree to no longer receive important university information, some required by federal or state laws which may including information about financial aid, programs, activities, ticket offers, weather, parking, events, and important enrollment information. |