Club U Dub Dub, the 2008 Fall Convocation for new freshmen celebrated with Thursday’s spirit rally and tradition-building event, R U Purple. I’ve attached some pictures from the event that began in the DLK/Kachel Fieldhouse, followed by a march to Perkins Stadium, a rally in the stadium, and the painting of Warhawk Drive. I thought you’d enjoy looking at some pictures of the event.
I thought you’d be interested in some pictures from Freshmen Move-In Day.
Yesterday, I presented the State of the University address to faculty, staff, community members, and students. I noted that the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is “on the move,” stressing the accomplishments of our students, faculty, and staff.
It is an exciting time to be a Warhawk. With faculty and staff returning to campus this week and with new freshmen moving in today, the campus is coming alive. While construction projects continue, those who have been away will see that progress has been made. The bookstore in Moraine Hall has reopened. The south portion of Wyman Mall is progressing, as is Hyland Hall. The Multisport complex is progressing, with the field turf project nearly complete.
Yesterday, August 6th, was the Chancellor’s Facilities Picnic at the Coulthart Family Pavilion. We enjoyed good food and conversation, as well as some nice door prizes. Thanks to Tara Boyette and the rest of the folks in Human Resources and Diversity for organizing this event. A special thanks to all the folks who work on our facilities. The buildings and grounds continue to look wonderful. When I encounter visitors to the campus, they often comment on the attractiveness of our campus. Even with our construction challenges and our heating plant incident, the campus is beautiful and exceptionally well cared for. Thanks again.
Please note that copies of the UW-Whitewater ”Emergency Procedures Quick-Reference Guide” are being sent to all departments. I encourage you to read through the guide to familiarize yourself with its contents and to keep the guide readily-accessible.
You may also find this information on our website:
http://www.uww.edu/news/emergency/
Thanks for your attention to this important matter.
