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January 12, 2018

 

Saturday, January 13
• M Basketball vs Virginia Tech, 4p, KFCYC, TV - ESPN2
Tuesday, January 16
• M Basketball at Notre Dame, 7p, TV - ESPN2
Thursday, January 18
• W Basketball at Pittsburgh, 7p, TV - ACCN Extra 

MLK Week Civil Rights Bus Tour

Tuesday, Jan. 16, 12:10 p.m. (Depart.), Cultural Center. The City of Louisville was an active site during the Civil Rights Movement. Join this free bus tour to explore the Downtown Civil Rights Trail. Boxed lunches provided. Website.

MLK Week Film Screening - "Freedom Riders"

Wed., Jan. 17, 5:30 pm, Chao Auditorium. In 1961, segregation seemed to have an overwhelming grip on American society. That is, until an integrated band of college students decided to risk everything in pursuit of justice. Come out to learn their story. Snacks provided. Website.

Festival of Faiths

You’re invited to the Festival of Faiths! Join us for free food and learn about the religious organizations represented on campus, January 18, 12-2pm in the Red Barn.

MLK Week Art Showcase & Wall Signing

Fri., Jan. 19, 12-2 p.m., Cultural Center. Drop in for lunch in the Cultural Center to view art pieces and sign the commemorative MLK Wall as we culminate MLK Week with messages of peace, justice, inclusion and hope for equality for all. Lunch provided. 
Website.

Old Louisville Tree Planting Rescheduled 1/20

Come help our neighbors in Old Louisville restore the urban canopy by planting 22 shade trees along 6th St & Garvin Pl on Saturday, Jan. 20 at 9am. Free coffee, hot chocolate, donuts & pizza. Gather at 6th & Oak. Contact: olnc@bellsouth.net or 635-5244.

University Student Conduct Hearing Council

The University Student Conduct Hearing Council provides an opportunity for students to serve the University community, develop life-long skills in facilitating and resolving conflicts, critical thinking, assertiveness, empathic listening, moral and ethical decision making, and promote civility and citizenship within the University of Louisville community. Are you interested in serving on the University Student Conduct Hearing Council? If so, make sure to fill out the application online due February 12, 2018 at midnight.
 

University Writing Center Open

The Writing Center serves all UofL students, faculty, and staff. Our consultants provide feedback on writing at any point in your writing process. Visit our website to schedule appointments, view the writing group schedules, and browse our writing resources.

Personal Statement Workshops

The University Writing Center will offer two opportunities for students to learn about the writing process and expectations for personal statements and statements of purpose for graduate school applications. Join us on January 17 or January 26 at 1 pm in Ekstrom 117A.

Call for Abstracts for Graduate Students

Graduate students are invited to present their research at the Graduate Student Regional Research Conference at UofL March 2-3, 2018. Now accepting abstracts for oral talks, poster presentations, and 3-minute thesis. Deadline January 19 at 11:59 pm EST.

MPH Virtual Information Sessions

January 26, noon - 1:00 pm (EST), Virtual Information Session. Concentrations offered in Biostatistics, Health Promotion & Behavior, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Population Health Management, and Global Public Health/emphasis on Maternal and Child Health. More information.

School of Public Health Preview Day

Interested in learning more about the public health degrees UofL has to offer? Join us for Public Health Preview Day on Saturday, February 24 from 8:30 – 2:00 at the School of Public Health and Information Sciences at 485 E. Gray Street.
 

Interest Meetings for Women Student Veterans

UofL women student veterans are invited to participate in an on-campus Women's Veterans Support Group-all branches of the military; active duty, reserves or national guard. Meetings: Jan 16 (10 a.m.); Jan. 18 (3 p.m.); and Jan. 24 (12 p.m.). Website.

ELT T-shirt Sales!

Empowering Ladies Together (ELT) is hosting t-shirt sales! Shirts are $15 and $18. Contact an E-board member for details or follow @eltuofl on IG. Website.
 

Roundtable 1/19: Pope Francis & ClimateChange

Spring Sustainability Roundtables on alt. Fridays begin 1/19, 11am, Urban Studies room 123, with David Buckley (PoliSci) on Pope Francis, Climate Change & US Catholic Voters. Student presenters & participants welcome! Contact: Daniel.decaro@louisville.edu, website.
 

EcoReps Lunch & Learn 1/19: Urban Forestry

Monthly EcoReps Lunch & Learn workshops @ noon in Ekstrom W210 feature a free vegetarian lunch & locals making a difference in sustainability! The spring series kicks-off Friday 1/19 with a focus on urban forestry & how to get involved. Website
 

Zumba & Boot Camp are Back at SRC

Back on the schedule are Zumba and Boot Camp at the SRC. Boot Camp is every Monday and Wednesday at 4:15 and Zumba is every Tuesday and Thursday at 7PM. All classes are free and run through April 20. Website.
 

Sports Club Spring Season Begins

Sports Clubs are a great way to engage in healthy activity and become involved in the University community. Club practices are beginning this week and are open to all University students, faculty, and staff. See our website for more information.

Intramural Basketball and Floor Hocky Registrations Due

Registrations for the Basketball, Graduate Basketball and Floor Hockey leagues are due by 5:00 PM, Wednesday, January 17. To enter a team go to imleagues.com and select UofL. Your UofL credentials will get you into the site.
 

Call for Artist: MLK Week Art Showcase

Deadline: Wed., Jan. 17, 5 p.m., Cultural Center. Artists are welcome to submit up to 5 pieces to showcase in the MLK Week Art Showcase. Pieces submitted are to be framed and/or presentable upon submission. Items can be dropped off at the Cultural Center.

PINK Interest Meetings

Do you dream of performing in PINK, UofL's student produced drag show fundraiser? Join us for one of the interest meetings to learn more about volunteer roles or brainstorm performance ideas. 1/30, in LGBT Center, 7pm or 2/1, SAC room 314, 12pm.

 
 


If you need assistance and don't know where to go, contact the Dean of Students office at 502-852-5787 or visit the office at W301 in the SAC. ALSO, there is a web page full of student resources. Go to: http://louisville.edu/student. For resources A-Z go to: http://louisville.edu/a-z


Q. I have a disability. How do I get accommodations for my classes?
A. Contact the Disability Resource Center for support. Email askdrc@louisville.edu or call (502) 852-6938. For more information, visit the DRC’s website.


 

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