No images? Click here October 19, 2020To better view this newsletter click on the "No Images?" link in the upper right corner of this newsletter. Evening Testing Now Available, Only Select Dates and LocationsBluewater Lab is now hosting evening testing sessions from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays through Oct. 22 at the University Club on the Belknap Campus and at the Abell Administration Building, Room 109, on the HSC Campus. Remember, all university members on campus are required to get tested again once between Monday, Oct. 5, and Friday Oct. 23. Schedule your testing appointment here. Spring Semester CalendarIn order to continue adapting to the demands of the pandemic and keep our Cardinal Family as safe as possible, we have decided to delay the first day of spring classes and to reduce the length of spring break. Key dates for the university’s spring 2021 academic calendar are as follows:
These changes in dates apply to all undergraduate and some graduate programs. Professional schools and some graduate programs have their own calendars. For more specific calendars and registration information, click here.
Emergency ProceduresThe University of Louisvlle strives to keep operations and business running smoothly. Natural and man-made emergencies can happen at any time and the University must be prepared to take action in the event of an emergency. The Department of Environmental Health and Safety, Police, and other supporting departments continually develop processes and procedures to respond to emergencies. louisville.edu/facilities/emergency-preparedness UofL Commencement RecognitionUofL seeks to highlight individual students to illustrate the experiences many students have working toward graduation. We are looking for graduating students to share their “story.” Specifically, UofL is seeking students who a great or unique UofL experience, have exciting opportunities after graduation that may or may not related to their chosen major, or students who have overcome challenges on their way to graduation. Visit the website to submit a student for consideration. Did You Know?Based on YOUR responses to the S4, the Student Recreation Center replaced some of their equipment to better match students’ interest. Be on the lookout for the S4 email hitting your inbox early November. Cybersecurity Awareness-Protect Smart DevicesIf you connect it, protect it. Internet-connected devices impact us at home, work and school. This network of connections creates both opportunities and challenges. Check out this week’s video for steps you can take to secure your smart devices. Family Friendly Healthcare Management MinorThe Healthcare Management undergraduate minor provides student essential knowledge for participation in the healthcare sector of the economy with course content focused in healthcare systems, health policy, public health, finance, and ethics. See the website. Leadership and Talent Development MinorNew - Leadership and Talent Development minor! Online, 8-weeks, asynchronous. Classes start in January 2021. Grow your leadership style and influence others. Learn to asses data and leverage it. Become the leader of the future. Website. Become a Teacher! MAT Alt Cert Info SessionHave you considered a career as a teacher after graduation? Join us online on Oct 22 at 6 PM to learn more about our Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) Alternative Certification and how it can help you become a certified teacher. We hope you'll join us. Registration required. Undergraduate in Public Health SnapshotInterested in getting a degree in Public Health? UofL offers a BS and a BA in Public Health. These degrees are perfect for students interested in pursuing careers in health education, health care administration, health research, and much more. Check out the website. Master of Public HealthGetting a Master’s in Public Health can be an introduction for a number of careers with its various concentration options. You can even apply without a concentration to give you time to explore. Check the SPHIS website for possible scholarship opportunities. Frederick Douglass: The Making of an AmericanIn this online McConnell Center talk, Lucas Morel, PhD, will present "Frederick Douglass, the Constitution and the Making of an American." Morel is the John K. Boardman, Jr. Professor of Politics at Washington and Lee University. Q&A encouraged. October 19, 6pm. Virtual Event. Registration required. raiseRED ZumbathonOn October 19 from 7-8pm, RaiseRED Dance Marathon’s opening of dancer registration will be kicked off with Zumbathon! Virtually via Zoom, we will be doing Zumba with the kids we support getting treatment at Norton Children’s Cancer Institute! RSVP here. Family Friendly Why We Vote: Student Voices in 2020 ElectionWednesday, 10/20, 6:02pm -- The Dept of Political Science presents a diverse panel of politically-engaged students talking about the 2020 Election. They will talk about what issues are important to them and what is motivating their vote in 2020. https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aqod-qMMSPKbRI1aPXRn7Q UofL Music in the AirThe School of Music is grateful for the positive feedback we've received on our campus concert series. Many thanks to Provost Beth Boehm for inviting our students to use their talents to lift the spirit of our Cardinal community. We are pleased to present the following performances this week (all at 12 noon) as listed below. 10/21 Music Therapy Ensemble, SAC Family Friendly BINGO & Costume Contest (in person & virtual)Win fantastic prizes at the SSC’s monthly free BINGO. 6:30pm costume contest for best UofL-theme. BINGO at 7. Alumni and friends of UofL invited to join and help raise funds for raiseRED & SSC’s Completer Grants. BYO blanket/chair. October 21, 6:30pm. RSVP here. Family Friendly UofL CardStart Challenge 2020Ever want to be CEO of your own startup? Have an idea for new healthcare based tech? Presenting CardStart Challenge 2020! UofL's own Shark Tank Style Startup competition. Cash Prizes. Open to all UofL students who want to see their healthcare focused ideas come to life! October 23–25. Virtual event. www.UofLCardStart.com Campus Talk on Voting RightsJoin the University of Louisville Women's Center for a critical conversation on voting and voting rights in Kentucky. We will explore voter registration, turnout and barriers to the vote, and what you can do to support the right to vote for all. October 28, 6pm, Virtual event. Register here.
"How to Be an Antiracist" Book DiscussionDiversity Education and Inclusive Excellence will be launching its book discussion project in December, and is inviting all faculty, staff, students and alumni to apply. This project will focus on Dr. Ibram X. Kendi’s "How to Be an Antiracist". If you are interested in participating in the discussion cohort please apply by November 1st. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Nubia Bennett, Program Coordinator for Diversity Education and Inclusive Excellence. Apply to participate here. Join Team “CARDS Fight Suicide”Learn more about suicide prevention, education, awareness, and knowledge. Visit the Cards Speak webpage. Plank Challenge at SRCWeek #3 of Challenge Week at the SRC. Longest Held Plank (male & female) wins a t-shirt or choice of prize. Drop by the SRC Thursday, Oct. 22 between 7 AM - 10 PM and see if you got what it takes. SRC Wellness WatchThe Bi-Weekly Wellness Watch topic is "Deep Breathing Exercises to Help Calm Your Anxiety." Follow these 7 steps to help gain control of your stressors. Go to louisville.edu/intramurals/fitness/other-programs for the full article. Personal Sexual Health Resource KitsOrder your FREE condoms, lube, & more at bit.ly/SHkit. Then come to the Health Promotion Office - SAC W309 to pick up your kit. Signup for BadmintonThe deadline to sign up for Badminton is October 21 at 4:30 P.M. Login to imleagues.com/louisville to sign up. Play will be from October 26-29 and will take place on the 3rd floor of the SRC. Friday is Arbor Day at UofL—Plant a TreeHelp us plant trees on campus. Take home a native tree sapling. Snack on local apples! Schedule for 10/23: 10am—HSC at Abraham Flexner Way & Preston. 11am—Online Sustainability Roundtable: Green Forests Work. Noon—Garden Commons (SW of Strickler Hall). More information here. UofL Sustainability Week Kicks Off FridayEngage your passions for environmental, social & economic justice. 10/23 Arbor Day; 10/24 Earth Walk & Jeffersonville Tree Planting; 10/25 Composting; 10/27 Pop-up Free Store; 10/28 Sustainability Fair & Movie Night; 10/30 EcoReps Workshop & Garden Workday. Website Student Activities Board Hiring GAWe are hiring a Graduate Assistant, starting Spring 2021, a part-time 12-month academic year appointment. GA will receive tuition remission, health insurance, and a 1200 monthly stipend. More information can be found here. Please send resume, cover letter and references to Coordinator: aetrip01@louisville.edu Q. Is there a place to get medical care on campus? A. Campus Health Services is located at cardinal station (by the baseball stadium) and provides basic primary care services, insurance advocacy and more! Additionally, Campus Health provides assistance with mental health, sexual health and contraception, health education through the Health Promotion Office, alcohol education and recovery support through BRICC, and support for students dealing with power based violence, like stalking, sexual assault or intimate personal violence through PEACC. To learn more about Campus Health Services, visit http://louisville.edu/campushealth/ There is an Off Campus Student Services website for commuting students at UofL. https://louisville.edu/involvement/student-organizations/off-campus 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. |