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Monday, Oct. 17
Foster Gallery Exhibit. Featuring “Common Ground: From Eau Claire to Excellence,” an exhibit of photography of UW-Eau Claire art and photo journalism alumni Tony Duran, Liz Flores, David Joles and John Noltner. The exhibit will be on display through Oct. 27. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays, 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays and 1 to 4:30 p.m. weekends. Full story.

Dual Choice Enrollment. During this time currently insured employees may switch from one health plan to another or from single to family coverage without any waiting period for preexisting conditions. Dual Choice information and the Dual Choice booklet are available online. Through Oct. 28.

Explore Your Possibilities Week. Sessions for students on career options, resume preparation, interviewing skills, study abroad, internships and more will be offered by Career Services. Click here for a list of today's sessions. Through Oct. 21. Full story.

McIntyre Library Display: Hispanic Heritage Month. The Multicultural Affairs Office will display books and other materials in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. Grand Corridor, McIntyre Library. Through Oct. 31.

Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting. See agenda in Notice of Meetings. Hilltop Lounge, 3:30 p.m.

Senate Budget Committee Meeting. See agenda in Notice of Meetings. Eagle Room, Davies Center, 4 p.m.

Student Recital. Featuring Jessica Moebius, flute. Phillips Recital Hall, Haas Fine Arts Center, 5 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 18
McIntyre Library Display: Hispanic Heritage Month. See Oct. 17 item.

College of Education and Human Sciences Associate Dean Search and Screen Committee Meeting. See agenda in Notice of Meetings. HSS 151, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.

Foster Gallery Exhibit. See Oct. 17 item.

Red Cross Blood Drive. Sponsored by Alpha Phi Omega. Sign up online. Council Fire Room, Davies Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Also Oct. 19.

Explore Your Possibilities Week. Sessions for students on career options, resume preparation, interviewing skills, study abroad, internships and more will be offered by Career Services. Click here for a list of today's sessions. Through Oct. 21. Full story.

Live Web Seminar. Ike Shibley, Penn State-Berks, will present “Mentoring New Faculty: Helping Facilitate Growth and Development of New Teachers.” Register by e-mail or by calling 836-3323. OL 1132, noon to 1:30 p.m.

University Senate Academic Policies Committee Meeting. See agenda in Notice of Meetings. Schofield 202, 2 p.m.

University Senate Executive Committee Meeting. See agenda in Notice of Meetings. Presidents Room, Davies Center, 3 p.m.

Student Ensemble Recital. Featuring the oboe studio of Christa Garvey, music and theatre arts. Phillips Recital Hall, Haas Fine Arts Center, 5 p.m.

Action Wisconsin Speakers' Training. Spectrum, the UW-Eau Claire's GLBT student organization, will co-sponsor an Action Wisconsin Speakers' Training to Stop the Ban. This training is part of a statewide campaign to stop the proposed amendment to the Wisconsin Constitution that would ban civil unions and marriage for gay and lesbian couples. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Eau Claire, 421 South Farwell St., Eau Claire, 6 to 9 p.m. Full story.

Hurricane Relief Concert. The Association of Student Social Workers at UW-Eau Claire will sponsor a benefit concert for victims of Hurricane Katrina. All proceeds will go directly to the Red Cross. Performers will include two a cappella ensembles, Innocent Men and Fifth Element, as well as singer Jon Sunde. Admission is $7 or $5 with the donation of one non-perishable food item. For more information, contact Kristin Duchesneau at ducheska@uwec.edu. Schofield Auditorium. Doors open at 6:15 p.m.; concert begins at 7 p.m. Full story.

Planetarium Program. Featuring "Ancient Horizons," a show for adults and children 14 and older, which focuses on Egyptian astronomy, mythology, constellations and the creation of the calendar. Tickets are $1 and must be purchased in advance at the Service Center. L.E. Phillips Planetarium, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 19
McIntyre Library Display: Hispanic Heritage Month. See Oct. 17 item.

Foster Gallery Exhibit. See Oct. 17 item.

Explore Your Possibilities Week. Sessions for students on career options, resume preparation, interviewing skills, study abroad, internships and more will be offered by Career Services. Click here for a list of today's sessions. Through Oct. 21. Full story.

Red Cross Blood Drive. Sponsored by Alpha Phi Omega. Sign up online. Council Fire Room, Davies Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tips and Taste Session. Energize Eau Claire County, which includes UW-Eau Claire’s Health Services, will sponsor a “tips and taste” session to encourage people to try new fruits and vegetables. More information is available online or by calling 839-4796. Tamarack Room, Davies Center, noon to 12:50 p.m.

Faculty/Academic Staff Forum. Tarique Niazi, sociology, will present "Democracy and Terrorism: Causal Ambiguity and the Case of Baluchistan (Pakistan)." Presidents Room, Davies Center, 12:10 to 12:50 p.m.

Wisconsin Teaching Fellows/Scholars Brown Bag Informational Meeting. Those interested in the Wisconsin Teaching Fellow/Scholars programs are invited to attend. More information is available online or by contacting Linda Carpenter at carpenlj@uwec.edu. NET Resource Lab, Schofield 30/44, noon to 1 p.m.

OcTUBAfest Concert. Featuring performances by BASSically BRASS, directed by Jerry Young, music and theatre arts, and small tuba and euphonium ensembles. Phillips Recital Hall, Haas Fine Arts Center, 5 p.m.

Fall IACUC Meeting. See agenda in Notice of Meetings. Phillips 326, 6 p.m.

Volleyball. UW-River Falls at McPhee, 7 p.m.

OcTUBAfest Concert. Featuring the Clearwater Brass Choir, directed by student Andrei Strizek. Gantner Concert Hall, Haas Fine Arts Center, 7:30 p.m.

Jazz at Night. University musicians present the best in jazz. The Cabin, Davies Center, 8 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 20
McIntyre Library Display: Hispanic Heritage Month. See Oct. 17 item.

Nursing Career Fair. Davies Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Explore Your Possibilities Week Open House. Students are invited to Career Services for an Open House. Schofield 230, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Also Oct. 21. Full story.

Foster Gallery Exhibit. See Oct. 17 item.

National Student Exchange Informational Meeting. Students interested in learning about exchange opportunities are invited to attend. The application process, requirements and timelines for participating in a 2006-07 exchange will be explained. Students who have participated in the NSE program will be available to discuss their experiences and answer questions. For more information, contact Mary Ryan-Miller at ryanmk@uwec.edu or 836-2003. Badger Room, Davies Center, 10 to 11 a.m. Also Oct. 25; and Nov. 2 and 18.

Professional Development Advisory Committee Meeting. See agenda in Notice of Meetings. HSS 175, 11 a.m.

Computing Assistance & Training Techno-Lunch. Diane Willer, Human Resources, will present "Tips to Make Your Job Easier With Mail Merge." Registration information is available online or by calling 836-5157. Old Library 1122 (Riverside Conference Room), noon to 1 p.m.

University Academic Staff Meeting. See agenda in Notice of Meetings. Davies Theatre, noon.

University Faculty Meeting. See agenda in Notice of Meetings. Schofield Auditorium, 3 p.m.

Campus Films. "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid." (U.S. 1969, directed by George Roy Hill, 110 min., rated PG.) One of the most popular screen westerns ever made, this Academy Award winning classic blends adventure, romance and comedy to tell the true story of the West's most likeable outlaws. No one is quicker than Butch Cassidy (Paul Newman) when it comes to get rich quick schemes, and his sidekick Sundance (Robert Redford) is a wizard with a gun. Sponsored by the University Activities Commission of the Student Senate. Tickets are $2 at the Service Center for IFS members and UW-Eau Claire faculty/staff or $1 for UW-Eau Claire students. Davies Theatre, 6 and 8:30 p.m. Through Oct. 23.

University Theatre. Featuring "Everyman," a medieval morality play by an anonymous author. The production will be directed by Richard Nimke, music and theatre arts. Tickets, available at the Service Center, are $9 for the public, $7 for those 62 and older, $6 for those 17 and younger and UW-Eau Claire faculty and staff, or $5 for UW-Eau Claire students. Kjer Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Through Oct. 22 and Oct. 26-29 at 7:30 p.m. and Oct. 30 at 1:30 p.m. Full story.

Artists Series. Taylor 2, the six-member outreach troupe of the Paul Taylor Dance Co., will perform three works by choreographer Paul Taylor, "the reigning master of modern dance" (Time). Tickets, available at the Service Center and at the door, are $15 for the public, $13 for those 62 and older and UW System/CVTC faculty/staff, or $5 for those 17 and younger and UW System/CVTC students. Zorn Arena, 7:30 p.m. Full story.

NOTA Open Prose and Poetry Reading. Open mike night for those who wish to share their poetry or prose with a live audience. The Cabin, Davies Center, 8 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 21
Parents Weekend. Parents of UW-Eau Claire students are invited to visit campus for a variety of events. Through Oct. 23. Full story.

McIntyre Library Display: Hispanic Heritage Month. See Oct. 17 item.

Explore Your Possibilities Week Open House. Students are invited to Career Services for an Open House. Schofield 230, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Full story.

College of Education and Human Sciences Academic Curriculum Committee Meeting. See agenda in Notice of Meetings. HSS 248, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Foster Gallery Exhibit. See Oct. 17 item.

University Assessment Committee Meeting. See agenda in Notice of Meetings. Schofield 202, 11 to 11:50 a.m.

Men's and Women's Cross Country. Lake Wissota Meet, 4 p.m.

Campus Films. "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid." Davies Theatre, 6 and 8:30 p.m. See Oct. 20 item.

Presentation by Former Israel Defense Force Soldiers. Two former Israel Defense Force soldiers, Avichay Sharon and Noam Chayut, will show a DVD and lead a discussion of “Breaking the Silence: the Combatants Story,” a photo exhibition created by a group of Israeli reservists. Sharon and Chayut, both in their early 20s, are two of the organizers of the internationally recognized photo exhibition that opened last year in Tel Aviv. For more information, contact Paul Kaldjian at kaldjian@uwec.edu or 836-2321. Schneider Auditorium, 7 p.m. Full story.

Big Band Era 60th Anniversary Tribute. The UW-Eau Claire department of music and theatre arts will present "A Salute to the Big Band Era: 60th Anniversary Tribute, 1945-2005." Tickets, available at the Service Center, are $15 for the public; $12 for those 62 and older, 17 and younger and UW-Eau Claire faculty and staff; $11 per person for organized groups of 10 or more; or $10 for UW-Eau Claire and UW System students. Zorn Arena, 7:30 p.m. Also Oct. 22. Full story.

University Theatre. Featuring "Everyman," a medieval morality play by an anonymous author. The production will be directed by Richard Nimke, music and theatre arts. Kjer Theatre, 7:30 p.m. See Oct. 20 item.

UAC Cabin/Open Stage. All talent is welcome to perform. Sign up for a time slot in Davies 132. The Cabin, Davies Center, 8 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 22
Parents Weekend. Parents of UW-Eau Claire students are invited to visit campus for a variety of events. Also Oct. 23. Full story.

McIntyre Library Display: Hispanic Heritage Month. See Oct. 17 item.

Football. UW-La Crosse at Carson Park, 11 a.m.

Foster Gallery Exhibit. See Oct. 17 item.

Big Band Era 60th Anniversary Tribute. Zorn Arena, 1 p.m. See Oct. 21 item.

Soccer. UW-Superior at Bollinger Fields, 2 p.m.

Hall of Fame/Super Six Awards Banquet. Six former Blugold athletes and UW-Eau Claire’s former athletic training program director will be inducted into the Blugold Hall of Fame, and six current student-athletes will be honored with the university’s Super Six Award. Tickets, which are $20 per person, are available by contacting the Alumni Association at 836-3266 or alumni@uwec.edu. Holiday Inn Campus Area, Eau Claire, 5 p.m. More information.

Campus Films. "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid." Davies Theatre, 6 and 8:30 p.m. See Oct. 20 item.

University Theatre. Featuring "Everyman," a medieval morality play by an anonymous author. The production will be directed by Richard Nimke, music and theatre arts. Kjer Theatre, 7:30 p.m. See Oct. 20 item.

UAC Cabin. Featuring the Clearwater Roots Fusion, made up of UW- Eau Claire faculty members Max Garland, Duffy Duyfhuizen, Joel Pace and Allyson Loomis. The Cabin, Davies Center, 8 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 23
Parents Weekend. Parents of UW-Eau Claire students are invited to visit campus for a variety of events. Full story.

McIntyre Library Display: Hispanic Heritage Month. See Oct. 17 item.

Foster Gallery Exhibit. See Oct. 17 item.

University Chamber Orchestra Concert. Directed by Paul Kosower, music and theatre arts, the group will perform a variety of works. Gantner Concert Hall, Haas Fine Arts Center, 2 p.m.

2005 Upper Midwest Trombone Summit Concert. Featuring trombone ensembles from UW-Eau Claire, Lawrence University and the University of Minnesota. Gantner Concert Hall, Haas Fine Arts Center, 5 p.m.

Campus Films. "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid." Davies Theatre, 6 and 8:30 p.m. See Oct. 20 item.

Monday, Oct. 24
New Blugold Cards Issued to Faculty/Staff. UW-Eau Claire faculty and staff will be issued new Blugold Cards from Oct. 24-28. The new Blugold Card, the university's official photo identification card, will be issued Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Willow Lounge, on the upper level of Davies Center. Blugold Cards currently in use will be inactive as of Oct. 31. See more information in Top News.

McIntyre Library Display: Hispanic Heritage Month. See Oct. 17 item.

Foster Gallery Exhibit. See Oct. 17 item.