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February 24, 2020

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Monday Events.
Student in Spain with her "L" up. And a student in Turkey.

National Study Abroad Day Events

Celebrate the first annual National Study Abroad Day on Monday, February 24.   | Attend our Open House from 9–10:30 am at the Study Abroad Office (First Floor, Brodschi Hall).  | Chat one-on-one with our Peer Ambassadors and Advisors! Get first hand advice from past study abroad students and hear their travel adventures. 11 am–12 pm, SAC W166.  | Discover internship opportunities that will make your resume sparkle! 1–2 pm, BAB 206 with Free Insomnia cookies.
 

Tuesday Events.
Three UofL students in the BAB with their "L's" up.

Academic Resource Fair

February 25, 10 AM - 1 PM, Ekstrom Library, 1st floor, east side lobby.

Events
Wednesday Events.

Title XI and Provisions for Parenting

Wednesday, February 26, 2020, Strickler Hall (conference room), 1 p.m.- 2 p.m.  Samantha Mackenxzie, student advocate, office of student affairs, will lead this workshop on support for parenting & pregnant students and other provisions of Title IX Law.

Family Friendly Event.
The BEECHER TERRACE Story. A documentary film.

Beecher Terrace Story Screening & Discussion

Please join Filmmaker Lavel D. White, Louisville housing justice advocates, and former Beecher Terrace Residents for a screening of “The Beecher Terrace Story," followed by a panel discussion. Feb 26, 5:30 PM, Ekstrom Library W104.

Family Friendly Event.
Upcoming Events.

Kentucky Women's Book Festival

Register today for the 2020 KWBF. March 7, 9am, Brandeis School of Law. The festival will feature KY Women authors, Dr. Kaila Story, Courtney Stevens, Tytianna Wells, Pam Platt, Kimberly G. Crum; and Bonnie O. Johnson. Admission is FREE. For an optional lunch ($11), call 852-8976/852-7715 by Feb. 28.  Website.

Family Friendly Event.
Athletics Schedule.

Monday, 2/24
MBB at Florida State
, 7p, ESPN
Tuesday, 2/25
BSB vs Xavier
, 3p, Patterson Field
Thursday, 2/27
WBB vs Boston College
, 6p, KFC Yum! Center, ACCN
Friday, 2/28
WTEN vs Miami
, 3p, Bass-Rudd Tennis Center
BSB vs Western Michigan, 3p, Patterson Field
Saturday, 2/29
BSB vs Western Michigan
, 1p, Patterson Field
LAX vs VA Tech, 1p, Kueber Center
Sunday, 3/1
WBB vs VA Tech
, 12p, KFC Yum! Center, ACCN
BSB vs Western Michigan, 1p, Patterson Field
MBB vs Virginia, 6p, KFC Yum! Center, ACCN

Online schedule

Family Friendly Events.
University News.

Hazing and Initiation Activities

The term hazing means any action or situation which recklessly or intentionally endangers mental or physical health; creates an atmosphere of servitude; involves dangerous, demeaning or ridiculing activities; involves the forced consumption of liquor or drugs; for the purpose of initiation, admission into, affiliation with, or as a condition of continued membership in, a group or organization. 
 

We're Breaking Ground! Belknap Residence Hall One. Save the Date April 21, 2020, 1pm, corner of pay lot near Miller Hall.

New Residence Halls are Coming

In fall 2021, the first of two state-of-the-art residence halls will reinvigorate our campus community. Join President Neeli, Student Affairs, Campus Housing, and SGA/RHA for a ground-breaking ceremony on April 21, 2020, to celebrate this exciting new development! Invitations with full program details are coming soon, but mark your calendars today!
 

Cards Count! United States Census 2020. http://louisville.edu/student/census .

2020 Census and You

Every 10 years, the United States counts everyone living in the country, including college students like you. Your response to the 2020 Census will help make sure that Louisville has the funds and representation it needs to operate for the next decade. For more information go to: louisville.edu/student/census.

Live in the Global Village Themed Community!

Apply to live in the Global Village Themed Community next year. Promote a welcoming and intercultural environment through educational, social, and cross-cultural programming for international and domestic students. Located in Miller Hall. Website.
 

Academics.
CLEP Testing. Get College Credit.

TSA PRE✓® @ Testing Services

Spring Break is Soon! Beat the line & keep shoes, belt, & jacket on! Testing Services in Davidson Hall Rm 310 offers TSA PRE✓® for $85. Bring your Passport OR State ID & original state issued Birth Certificate plus credit/debit payment. Visit identogo.com.
 

Sustainability.
Ashley Will, @UofLSustainable avoiding single use cups at the coffee shop and brought my own :) .

Louisville Hall headed for Ecolympics Gold!

Bettie Johnson stumbled at the last turn, leaving Louisville Hall to take the lead with a 1% energy reduction! Congrats to our weekly winner Ashley Will, who brings her reusable mug to coffee shops. Post your green actions & tag @UofLsustainable to win prizes!
 

Woman in front of a green-house with a wheelbarrow.

Roundtable: Urban Agriculture & High Tunnels

On Friday 2/28, 11am, Urban Studies room 200 (426 W Bloom St), our Sustainability Roundtable speaker will be Lilias Pettit-Scott, Urban Ag specialist at Jefferson Co. Soil & Water Conservation District. She’ll share about season-extension & year-round growing. Website.

EcoReps Lunch & Learn: Extinction Rebellion

The monthly EcoReps Lunch & Learn workshop Friday, 2/28, at Noon, Ekstrom Library room W210 features a free vegetarian lunch & Direct Action for Sustainability with XR KY! XR is a global people's movement to demand urgent action against ecological destruction.
 

Health & Fitness.
Two women in a yoga pose and The Lotus symbol.

Partner Yoga Workshop

The SRC will be hosting a Partner Yoga Workshop on Monday, February 24 from 7:15-8:15 PM, Studio 201, SRC. Bring a friend or make a new one. You'll learn a fun partner yoga sequence. All levels welcome. FREE workshop, no registration needed.

Leg Raise Challenge Day at SRC

The final Challenge Day at the SRC will be Leg Raises. The male and female student who can hold a leg raise the longest with proper form will win an Adidas Duffel Bag. Drop by the SRC anytime Tuesday, February 25 6:45 am -10:30 pm.
 

Intramural Sports.

Handball Rosters Due!

Handball Rosters are due February 26 at 4:30 P.M. Make sure to sign up before the deadline on IMLeagues.com. Any questions email Kat Halbleib at kphalb01@louisville.edu.

Racquetball Rosters Due!

Racquetball Rosters are due February 26 at 4:30 P.M. Make sure to sign up before the deadline on IMLeagues.com. Any questions email Kat Halbleib at kphalb01@louisville.edu.

Cricket Club In The SRC

The Cricket Club will meet in the SRC MAC Court on Friday afternoons from 3-7pm. Cricket is an incredibly popular sport worldwide and already has a strong following on our campus. No experience required, open to all. Come check out our newest club sport! Sports clubs.

Badminton Club In The SRC

The Badminton Club meets on Friday evenings in the SRC from 6-9pm on the upstairs gym floor courts. Professional instruction and open play is available in a low-pressure, inclusive environment. See our website for contact information.

 
 

If service is where your heart is, there are opportunities to volunteer year-round with the Engage Lead Serve Board (ELSB).  Or if you want to do Service abroad, check out the International Service Learning Program (ISLP). 
 


Q. I hear that UofL offers Study Abroad opportunities. How can I get more information?
A. UofL’s Office of Study Abroad and International Travel facilitates international educational experiences that provide opportunities for international study, research, or practical experiences outside of the United States. For more information visit their website
 

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