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*VOTE November 8!*
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Daylight Savings Time 2016 ends this
Sunday morning, November 6, at 2 a.m.
You can have that extra hour of sleep you need!
In the November 4, 2016 Issue:
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1. Street Closures for RWH 5K Sunday
The 2016 Run With Our Heroes 5K on Nov 6 will be on UofL's campus to benefit UofL Student Veterans. The following areas, primarily interior of campus, will be blocked from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm: The following areas, primarily on the interior of campus, will be blocked for the duration of race activities: Underpass at Floyd and Brook St; Access to Brook St from 3rd St; University Blvd (Warnock) at Brook St; Cardinal at North entrance; access to Grawemeyer from 3rd St. runwithourheroes.org/5k-run-walk-1.html
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2. SRC & HSC Fitness Centers Closed Election Day
The SRC and HSC Fitness Centers will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 8 in observance of Election Day. We encourage you to exercise your right to vote! louisville.edu/intramurals
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3. Academic Dishonesty Policy
Student Rights & Responsibilities Section 5: Academic dishonesty is prohibited at the University of Louisville. louisville.edu/dos/students/studentrightsandresponsibilities
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4. Nominate Your Academic Advisor by Nov. 18!
Does your academic advisor go above and beyond to help you succeed? Show them your appreciation by nominating them for the Provost's Awards for Exemplary Advising! Deadline November 18. Nomination form is live online at louisville.edu/advising/award
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5. Scholarships: RBAA and Torchbearer
Apply for $1,700 and $500 scholarships for the 2017 Spring Semester on line at louisville.edu/studentactivities/facilities/red-barn-1 Hard copies at Red Barn and Financial Aid office. Deadline Mon., Nov. 28 at Red Barn or email gjhowe01@louisville.edu
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6. Scholarships Awarded for Composition Contest
The Book-in-Common Critical Thinking Composition Contest awards scholarship prizes for first year and upperclass students’ written and digital compositions. What would YOU do with a $300 or $100 prize? Deadline: Dec. 16 at 5PM louisville.edu/firstyear/book-in-common/composition-contest
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7. Ice Hockey Club Hosts Cincinnati
The Ice Hockey Club will host the Bearcats of Cincinnati this Saturday evening (11/5) at Iceland Arena. Tickets are available at the door for only $5.00 with your student ID. Dress warmly and come support the IceCards in this important conference matchup. cardsicehockey.com
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8. 'Tis the Season for Seasonal Jobs!
Deck your wallet with extra cash and join the Career Development Center as they provide on-campus recruiting for seasonal positions at UPS, Chick-fil-a, and Target. November 10, Houchens Building LL03, 10am–3pm. louisville.edu/career/events
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9. Why We Need a Biophilic Culture at All Levels
This lecture will be given on Thursday, 11/10, at 4pm in Room 123 of Urban Studies (426 W Bloom St) by Dr. Colin Meurk of Landcare Research in New Zealand, a government institute for understanding, protecting & sustaining native biodiversity, particularly in cities. louisville.edu/sustainability/events
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10. Sustainability Roundtable: Urban Regeneration
Join us Friday, 11/11, at 11am in Life Sciences Room 133 for a roundtable discussion with UofL Urban & Public Affairs professor, John Gilderbloom, on "Ten Commandments of Urban Regeneration: Creating Healthy, Safe, Affordable, Sustainable & Just Neighborhoods." louisville.edu/sustainability/events
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11. Yule Ball 2016
Muggles and wizards alike, please join us for the 2016 Yule Ball! On Friday, November 11, the ball will commence at 8 o’clock in the evening. Guests will enjoy well-mannered frivolity, as well as food and drinks from the Three Broomsticks and Honeydukes. Location: George J. Howe Red Barn.
facebook.com/events/344879355848470
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12. Shakespeare as Political Statesman
Khalil Habib, PhD, will consider the balance of liberty and tyranny in Shakespeare's works, particularly, "Julius Caesar." The free Nov. 11 event will begin at 6 pm at the Sons of the American Revolution (809 W Main St, 40202). TARC directions on website. events.louisville.edu/event/shakespeare_as_statesman_leadership_lessons_from_the_bard#.WBdeQeErK8g
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13. Flagship Native American Heritage Event
Wed., Nov. 16, 6 p.m., SAC MPR - Join tribal leaders as they discuss Native American heritage & traditions as well as topics such as the NoDAPL movement, the relevance & symbolism of the ceremonial pipe, the question of "identity" vs. blood quantum, and more. facebook.com/events/1022226617906545
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14. LGBTQ Support, Advocacy & Allyism
This conversation facilitated by Brian Buford and Tamara Russell will explore what LGBTQ support, advocacy and advocacy can look like in today's society. Lunch provided. 11/17/16, 12pm, Cultural Center. facebook.com/events/1294554343942275/permalink/1294555790608797
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15. Student Parent Association Meeting
Family Law will be the topic of discussion at the next S.P.A. meeting. Child custody, single parenting, parental rights, etc. will be discussed. A Jefferson District Court Judge will lead the discussion. Come out and be informed. Wednesday, November 9 at noon in the conference room Ali Institute, 2nd floor, Ekstrom Library. louisville.edu/womenscenter
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16. Garden Commons Workshop — Aquaponics
Join us Mon. 11/7, at 3pm in UofL's organic garden for a group workday on starting production in the aquaponics system we built inside our greenhouse. Learn how to grow hydroponic veggies by recycling fish waste! Workshops every other Monday at 3 p.m. from 11/7-12/5. louisville.edu/sustainability/operations/garden-commons
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17. PEACCful Yoga
PEACCful Yoga offers a judgment-free, laid back yoga session for students to take a break and a catch their breath during their busy school day. It’s right on campus and open for anyone and everyone to join! 11/29/16, 12pm, SAC Room W309K louisville.edu/peacc/news-events/peaccful-yoga-1
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18. Relax with 20 Mindful Minutes
Is the end of the semester starting to get to you? Health Promotion invites you to drop into to one of our 9, 20 Mindful Minutes Sessions. Only 2 more weeks left! 9 Locations across Belknap Campus. louisville.edu/healthpromotion/services/20-mindful-minutes
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19. Toys for Community 2 on 2 B-Ball Tournament
1st Annual 2 on 2 B-Ball Tournament at the SRC. Dec. 3 at 1:30pm. Sponsored by Cory "Sauce" Brown. $15 entry fee/team. Proceeds go to children at St. Joseph's Orphanage and winning team louisville.edu/intramurals
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Did you know there is a University Police Escort service from dusk to dawn and during daylight hours when documented safety concerns exist. For more information, go to louisville.edu/police/services/services
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Q. Is there a place to find out more info on the SAC renovations?
A. Yes. The Office of Student Involvement has a web page in which you can learn more about the planned improvements and receive updates on the project's progression. Go to: louisville.edu/studentactivities/sacrenovation
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Safety on the Tracks
Please use caution around the trains at UofL. Stay safe. Never climb through a slow moving train, and never try to beat an on-coming train.
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