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Events for the week of March 19

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Summer & Part-Time Job Fair set for March 27

The Summer & Part-Time Job Fair will take place from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, in The Bluffs, Student Union. Summer camp employers from throughout the U.S. and on- and off-campus employers looking for part-time and seasonal employees will be there. The event is free and open to all students. This event is sponsored by the Academic Advising Center & Career Services and the Financial Aid Office

What: Summer & Part-Time Job Fair

When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wed, March 27

Where: The Bluffs Ballroom Student Union

Eagle Excellence in Leadership Awards : Nomination deadline next Monday

We are excited to announce that nominations are open for the inaugural Eagle Excellence in Leadership Awards!

The annual Eagle Excellence in Leadership Awards provide a dedicated platform to recognize the good work our student leaders are doing each day. The awards are designed to create a moment of reflection on, appreciation of, and gratitude for the exceptional contributions made by student leaders who enrich our campus and community. Please join us in recognizing our student leaders by taking the time to nominate for one or more of the Eagle Excellence in Leadership Awards.

2024 Important Dates

  • Nominations close: Monday, March 25
  • Ceremony: Thursday, May 2

The individual awards have been designed to recognize the impact of our students at every level, from first-year to gradating senior, from student organizations to community advocacy, and much more. Brief descriptions of each award are below. More information, as well as the nomination forms, can be found on the Eagle Excellence in Leadership Awards website.  

Eagle Excellence in Leadership Awards

  • Student Organization of the Year, designed to recognize a student organization which has impacted the campus and community, and demonstrated a commitment to the university mission.
  • Student Organization Advisor of the Year, designed to recognize a student organization advisor who has gone “above and beyond” as an advisor and resource for their students.
  • Servant Leader Award, designed to recognize a student who has emerged as a leader in a student organization, without holding any titles.
  • Aerie Award, affectionately named after a “group of eagles”, designed to recognize a non-student-organization group of students who have shown a commitment to service and the institution.
  • Emerging Eagle Award, designed to recognize up to two first- or second-year students (<60 credits) who have shown a commitment to getting involved and exhibited leadership potential.
  • Stryker’s Student Leader Award, designed to recognize up to two junior or senior students (60+ credits) who have shown a continuous commitment to campus life, and positively influenced their peers.
  • Eagle Advocate Award, designed to recognize up to two students who have made contributions in areas of DEI, social justice, public policy, environmental stewardship, and/or community advocacy.
  • “Mens Corpusque” Award, designed to recognize up to three graduating seniors (upcoming May or December), who have shown a commitment to the university’s motto, “Mind and Body.”

Thank you for considering nominating students for these awards. If you have any questions regarding the nomination process, please reach out to Jacob Hart, associate director of Student Engagement & Leadership.

March public planetarium program

The March public planetarium program will feature "A Total Eclipse Experience." This talk on the current evening sky is followed by a multimedia audiovisual presentation. The cost is $5.

Find more information on the planetarium website.

Park in the Stadium Lot (Commuter Lot 2 or C-2). It is on the northeast corner of East Avenue and Pine Street. Commuter (C) lots are not enforced on weekends, so you do not need to use the Passport Parking Phone App.

Album Encounter

The next Album Encounter, multimedia light and laser show, will feature Pink Floyd's "The Division Bell." The cost is $8. Find more information at 608.785.8669 or on the planetarium website.

Park in the Stadium Lot. The Stadium Lot (Commuter Lot 2 or C-2) is on the northeast corner of East Avenue and Pine Street. Commuter (C) lots are not enforced after 7 p.m. weekdays, so you do not need to use the Passport Parking Phone App.

UWL surplus auction to be held through April 1

UWL will conduct a sale of surplus property in partnership with the online auction site www.wisconsinsurplus.com, running through Monday, April 1. Pre-registration and a bidder number is required prior to bid submittals. Terms and conditions of sale, along with contact information can be found on the auction’s website. This is listed under 24-347 UW System/Wisconsin Technical College-Multi Location Auction.

Build your world! Bâtis ton monde!  

French program marketing campaign project grows out of FRE307 and ART408 student collaboration. 

How do you market and design effectively across cultures in an increasingly globalized world? 

In FRE 307: French for Professional Communication, students delve into the realms of effective professional communication. To address professional expectations across Francophone and Anglophone cultures, this course was designed to shine a spotlight on cultural proficiency and sensitivity. As such, this upper-level course final project challenges students to apply their language skills in a practical setting by crafting a comprehensive strategy, marketing campaign, and advertising graphics, all promoting the French program at UWL. 

Students in ART 408: Advanced Digital Art and Design engage in an in-depth exploration of the personal and professional practice of design as they prepare for life post-graduation.  Throughout the semester students bounce between self-directed projects and client-based work. The shifting nature of these works (from the independent, solitary nature of the artist in their studio to the highly collaborative and democratic flow of client work) challenges students to practice professional communication, project management, and teamwork skills.  The resulting portfolio of creative projects equips students for careers as independent artists, graphic designers, or marketers.  

Project Components: 

  • Creating a Bilingual Slogan: FRE 307 students were asked to devise a bilingual slogan that not only resonates with existing French speakers but also sparks curiosity and interest among incoming first-year students. The slogan needed to encapsulate the essence of their vision and work in both languages while being captivating, remaining memorable, and presenting a unique invitation to explore the francophone world. 
     
  • Collaborating across disciplines: A key part of this hands-on learning process, FRE 307 students collaborated with peers from the ART408 to visually manifest their marketing campaign vision. Through this interdisciplinary partnership, French students learned to effectively share their vision, articulate their ideas, and understand the importance of visual communication in enhancing the impact of their messages. Student designers were faced with creating visuals for an unfamiliar culture and language, while also translating the ideas of their partners into compelling and enticing graphics. 
     
  • Embodying Cultural Relevance and Sensitivity: Throughout the project, both FRE 307 and ART 408 students were encouraged to be cognizant of cultural nuances and relevancies that influence both their target audience and the broader context of French language and culture. FRE 307 students served as subject experts on the French language and Francophone culture for their designers, while ART408 students helped guide their partners through the process of creating clear visual communication. The partnership modeled a real-world challenge faced by many contemporary designers and marketers who work across cultures, both local and global. They explored how cultural understanding can significantly impact the success of their professional endeavors.  
     
  • Modeling job ready skills: At the core of both FRE 307 and ART408 is a curriculum driven to equip students with the essential skills to thrive in the contemporary job market. Not only did students in both courses engage in theoretical conversations and hands-on experience with industry standard methods and practices, but they also produced a portfolio documenting their efforts. This portfolio will help distinguish them in coming job searches and interviews as skilled and polished candidates.  

This project provided FRE 307 and ART 408 students with a dynamic learning experience where they not only hone their intercultural and language skills but also develop valuable competencies in professional communication, cultural awareness, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Through this project, students engaged in real-world application of their knowledge and skills, preparing them for success in a globalized and multicultural environment. 

Come check out the project exhibition on the third floor of Graff Main Hall as well as other French student work, opening on March 21, International Francophone Day!

This project was facilitated by the Department of Global Cultures and Languages and the Department of Art. Please contact Dany Jacob, assistant professor of French, or Marc Manke, assistant professor of Art, for questions about the project or related courses.  

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