No images? Click here February 5, 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 INFORMATIONShare Your Opinions About UofLUofL is conducting an online survey and needs your help. The survey is designed for you to share your attitudes and opinions about the University of Louisville. As a thank you for participating, you will qualify to enter a drawing for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card from our marketing research partner. Full drawing rules are available here. This confidential online survey is part of a comprehensive market research study being conducted by the university in partnership with BVK, a marketing firm that specializes in higher education. Your input is invaluable as the university works to positively impact lives and create thriving futures for our students, our community and the world. TAKE THE SURVEY HERE by Feb. 5. 2024-25 FAFSA Form is Now AvailableThe FAFSA application form for the 2024-2025 aid year is now available. Don’t forget, it is important to apply for the upcoming aid year as soon as possible to maximize your potential award eligibility. Apply here. Student Parking Prohibited, Towing Will Be EnforcedPlease note. Students are not allowed to park at 215 Central Ave. and 333 Brandies Ave, this includes in front of Engineering and Larri. Towing signs are posted on all of the properties listed and will be enforced more strictly beginning next week. Absence NotificationStudents and instructors are encouraged to deal directly with one another concerning all student absences. However, in the event students find they must be away from classes due to a sudden illness, emergency, or death in the family and are unable to make contact with their instructor(s), they may request an Absence Notification by contacting the Dean of Students Office (DOS) at 852-5787 or at dos@louisville.edu. For more information, click here. Code of Student ConductThe Code of Student Conduct details the conduct that UofL expects its students to follow. If you believe that someone has violated the Code, contact the Dean of Students Office at dos@louisville.edu. Know the Warning SignsSuicide is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs for suicide and how to get help can help save lives. Learn about behaviors that may be a sign that someone is thinking about suicide. Click here for more information. Spring is Coming, Reserve Space for Your Outdoor ActivityBe first in line for the space you want to reserve for outdoor activities. If you are looking for outdoor space for a fair or information table, check out some of the most commonly reserved spaces by clicking here. To make a reservation, click here. Shuttle Service Between Belknap, HSC Extended Through March 8The Cardinal Campus Connector, a pilot project that provides express shuttle service between the Belknap and HSC campuses, is being extended through March
8. The free service runs from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, picking up passengers at the Preston Street stop in front of the HSC Plaza at the top of the hour and at the shuttle stop in front of the UofL Parking Office on Floyd Street at roughly 10 minutes after the hour. For more information, call the Parking Office at 502-852-PARK (7275). For the parking website click here. INVOLVEMENT AND BELONGINGSOAB Philanthropy FairFebruary 6 from 11–1 p.m., SAC MPR C + D. All RSOs are welcome to table at this event present their philanthropic endeavors and service events. WHAT'S HAPPENINGCelebrate Black History Month at UofLFebruary is Black History Month and there are several ways you can celebrate and honor the lives of Black Americans. Ekstrom Library has assembled a collection of books, films and history that you can check out. You can also check out the Cultural Center and the UofL Events page for more opportunities and information on how you can participate. Communication, Media, and Sports Career FairWednesday, February 7, 1–4 p.m., SAC Multipurpose Room. Employers will be recruiting UofL students and alumni in the fields of communication, media, and sports for professional internships and post-graduation full-time positions. Click here for more information. Why Associations MatterJoin the McConnell Center virtually Thursday, February 8, at 6 p.m. as we host Luke Sheahan, Ph.D., of Duquesne University and University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Sheahan will deliver a lecture as part of our year-long study of Alexis de Tocqueville's "Democracy in America." Watch it here. Mardi Gras Night at BasketballWomen's Basketball takes on Notre Dame in a ranked conference matchup on Thursday night, February 8 at 7 p.m. Celebrate Mardi Gras night at the KFC Yum! Center with a Mardi Gras beads and mask giveaway. Free tickets can be claimed in the lobby of the arena on game day. Click here for the schedule. Lunar New Year Kickback CelebrationCome enjoy food, performances, and play some games and do activities to celebrate Lunar New Year with friends. February 9, SAC W201A, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Engage. Valentine's DanceThe Ballroom Dance RSO invites you to our Valentine's Dance. Join us on February 9 from 7–11 p.m. at Lutz Hall for a night of fun and dancing. No dance experience needed. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, please click here. 86th Annual Fryberger Greek SingPurchase tickets for 86th Annual Fryberger Greek Sing competition. Fryberger will be on Facing East at the Speed CinemaThe Department of Anthropology is sponsoring Facing East, directed by Tommy Baker, at the Speed Cinema on February 11 at 12:30 p.m. Dr. Storey, Dr Jennings, Dr. Smallwood, Dr. Marklein, and Erin Kurtz have been doing research on Eastern Cemetery here in Louisville and the event will be a viewing of the documentary about this cemetery and its history of gross mismanagement. Learn more about this event here. STUDENT AFFAIRS PODCAST SERIESLGBT Center ResourcesBe sure to check out the latest podcast from Student Affairs about the LGBT Center. Check it out here: louisville.edu/student/podcast ACADEMICSLouisville Teacher Residency Info SessionJoin us online Monday, February 5, at 4 p.m. to learn about the Louisville Teacher Residency, a 1-year urban teacher preparation program. LTR offers the opportunity to become a certified teacher in just 1 year. Register here. New Ask a Librarian Chat ExperienceUniversity Libraries now offer a new and improved Ask a Librarian virtual chat experience. While you’re using the library’s website, you’ll get a friendly reminder that librarians and research assistants are here to help. You’ll be able to chat with us live Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Make the most of Open Writing TimeStop by Open Writing Time at the University Writing Center to work on your writing in a focused, supportive space alongside other writers on campus. Free coffee is available. Open Writing Time is every Thursday from 9–11 a.m. at Ekstrom Library 132. Click here for more information. Apply for Graduate Student Visitation DayInterested in earning a graduate degree? Apply to attend our Graduate Visitation Day on March 16 at 9 a.m.. You'll have the chance to connect with your program of interest, meet current graduate students and learn more about the application and funding process. Applications are due by March 1. To apply and for more information, click here. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTSInternational Student Lunch at Cultural CenterUofL International Students: You are invited to join the College of Business Graduate Programs Team on March 27 at the UofL Cultural Center for pizza and networking. Come learn about the many opportunities we offer in our business graduate programs. Free to attend. RSVP here by March 25. GRADUATE STUDENTSPLAN Workshop: The Future of ResearchAI is changing how we find, evaluate, create, and publish scholarly information at a rapid pace. It can save you time, but the quality of these tools varies. In this virtual workshop for graduate students, we'll discuss the strengths and weaknesses of emerging AI search tools. February 5, 3 p.m., virtual. RSVP and get the Teams link here. Free Bowling for Graduate StudentsGraduate Student Council invites grad students to join us for FREE bowling on February 8 from 7–9 p.m. at Executive Strike & Spare Bowling Alley. There will be free food and drinks for all. We ask that students RSVP using this link. AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPSScholarships for StudentsApply for scholarships offered by the LGBT Center. For more information and to apply, click on the QR code or click here. Office of Institutional Equity ScholarshipsApplications are now available for scholarships awarded by the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) for the 2024-25 academic year. Applications are listed under the Forms section on Engage. Deadline to submit is March 1. Cultural Center ScholarshipsApplications are now available for scholarships awarded by the Cultural Center for the 2024-25 academic year. Deadline to submit is March 1. Click here to learn more and apply. 2024 CODRE DEI Student Leader AwardThe DEI Student Leader Award honors a current student for their contributions to UofL's goals for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, including efforts to build an anti-racist campus community. Self-nominations accepted. Submit your nomination today. Deadline to submit is March 1. Click here for form. SUSTAINABILITYEcolympics 2024: Residence Hall Drawdown BeginsWho can save the most energy? For the next 3 weeks, all 9 residence halls will compete. Take action to conserve & share it to be entered to win weekly prize packs, or a hall party. Turn off lights/equipment; unplug; take stairs; shut windows; do laundry on cold & hang dry; shower with solar at the SRC. Click here for more information and to access the Dashboard. ASK THE ADVOCATEQ. I am a commuter student. Is there any support or resources for students like me? A. Yes. UofL has several resources for commuter students including a commuter lounge, lockers available for rent, and donuts and coffee at the Red Barn weekly. For more information about resources, please click here. DID YOU KNOW?There are over 400 student organizations. There is something for everyone—and if you don't find what you're looking for, you can always create a new group. Get involved. 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