“Asia to America” in Roberta’s Art Gallery
From April 9-26, Roberta’s Art Gallery will be hosting “Asia to America: Past, Present and Future,” an exhibit featuring the journeys of Southeast Asian students, faculty, and staff members. Artifacts will share each individual’s unique story as well as how their paths cross at UW-Whitewater as they make connections to their future. The exhibit is co-sponsored by the Southeast Asian Organization and Office of Multicultural Affairs and Student Success. There will be a reception on Monday, April 15 from 12:00-1:30 pm with light refreshments available. In addition, the first week of the exhibit will feature a scavenger hunt with prizes! Stop by the gallery for more information.

Annual Campus Photo Contest in Old Main Lane
From April 3-May 9, Old Main Lane will be featuring the Annual Campus Photo Contest. Stop by to check out the winning photos as well as featured work of our four judges!

 Fall 2013 Series Room Requests
Reservations is now accepting Fall 2013 Series Requests. Forms are available online at http://uc.uww.edu/services/reservations/requests.html or in UC 253. The priority deadline is April 26, 2013.

Dining Dollars Expire May 18!
Don’t forget that your Dining Dollars expire at the end of the Spring Semester on May 18! Dining Dollars can be used at any on campus location. There is also a form available for anyone interested in making bulk purchases at http://www.slideshare.net/uwwdiningservices/bulk-order-form-2013 . Need to check your balance? Download the iOS or Android app for your smart phone!

“Asia to America” in Roberta’s Art Gallery
From April 9-26, Roberta’s Art Gallery will be hosting “Asia to America: Past, Present and Future,” an exhibit featuring the journeys of Southeast Asian students, faculty, and staff members. Artifacts will share each individual’s unique story as well as how their paths cross at UW-Whitewater as they make connections to their future. The exhibit is co-sponsored by the Southeast Asian Organization and Office of Multicultural Affairs and Student Success. There will be a reception on Monday, April 15 from 12:00-1:30 pm with light refreshments available. In addition, the first week of the exhibit will feature a scavenger hunt with prizes! Stop by the gallery for more information.

 Cupcake Decorating Workshop Hosted by Roberta’s Art Gallery
Just a reminder to all those who signed up for the free cupcake decorating workshop being hosted by Roberta’s Art Gallery that the event is scheduled for Tuesday, April 16 from 4:00-6:00 pm in UC 261. Unfortunately all of the available seats are already filled, but more workshop opportunities are coming up later in the semester! Check out (link) for more information.

 Annual Campus Photo Contest in Old Main Lane
From April 3-May 9, Old Main Lane will be featuring the Annual Campus Photo Contest. Stop by to check out the winning photos as well as featured work of our four judges. A reception with light refreshments will be held on Monday, April 8 from 3:30-5:00 pm.

Bakers Double Tournament in Warhawk Alley
On Monday, April 8 at 7:00 pm Warhawk Alley will be hosting a Bakers Double Bowling Tournament. Bakers Double is a style of bowling where teams of two people alternate frames, and the top three teams will receive prizes! To sign up, bring your registration fee ($5/person or $10/team) to Warhawk Alley.

From August 2012-March 2013, Drumlin Dining Hall underwent a $7 million renovation. Daniel’s General Contractor managed the project and Tom Laufenberg was appointed as Job Superintendent. In this role, he spent countless hours in the building supervising workers to make sure all the necessary tasks were being completed.

Before arriving on campus on August 1, 2012 to begin removing the old interior, Laufenberg had not seen the building. “When I first heard of the project,” he noted, “I definitely did not envision this.” Although the skeleton of Drumlin sustained the construction process, the interior looks like an entirely new building.  Although the skeleton of Drumlin sustained the construction process, the interior looks like an entirely new building. The upper level contains six dining concepts ranging from pantry-style breads to home-cooked meals and international cuisine. The former window deck has also been expanded to increase seating for the second floor alone to over 400 people. Additionally, the lower level houses an Erbert and Gerbert’s and a convenience store as well as lounge areas. These improvements help to create an avant garde facility that takes an entirely new approach to student dining on campus.

As Job Superintendent, Laufenberg made it his personal responsibility to make sure the completed building would exceed the expectations of students and the UW-Whitewater community. Throughout the process, he persevered building complications and other set backs. “Things always come up along the way with projects like this,” he mentioned, “but the goal is always to get it done well.” After seeing Laufenberg’s work, anyone could easily ascertain that “well” is an understatement. The new structure capitalizes on the uniqueness of the student dining experience through innovative designs and materials, including tiles from Italy and Spain as well as a countertop built from stoplights.

Now that renovations are complete, Laufenberg is confident that the new facility will be well received by students: “There are a lot of different materials, interesting designs, and dining concepts. There should be something for everyone.” The UW-Whitewater community is appreciative of this sense of commitment Laufenberg integrates into all of his work and incredibly grateful for his contributions to the campus. After all, he is the man who built Drumlin.

Drumlin Dining hall opens today, April 3, at 11:00 am for students who live on the west side of campus. An official grand opening ceremony will be held on 10:00 am on Friday, April 12, which

 For more info, check out these links:
UW-W Facebook Photos: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151578310574758.1073741829.130472719757&type=3

Drumlin Dining Hall Hours and Menu: http://www.dineoncampus.com/uww/show.cfm?cmd=menus2&venueName=Drumlin%20Dining%20Hall

“Directions in Contemporary Clay” in Roberta’s Art Gallery
From March 14-April 4, 2013 Roberta’s Art Gallery will be hosting “Directions in Contemporary Clay,” an exhibit featuring ceramic works by Jenni Brant, Carol Naughton, and Barbara Reinhart. In addition to being on display, many of the pieces will also be available for sale. This exhibit is held in conjunction with Women’s History Month/Creative Enterprise Symposium and co-sponsored with the College of Arts and Communication.

Annual Campus Photo Contest in Old Main Lane
From April 3-May 9, Old Main Lane will be featuring the Annual Campus Photo Contest. Stop by to check out the winning photos as well as featured work of our four judges. A reception with light refreshments will be held on Monday, April 8 from 3:30-5:00 pm.

Bakers Double Tournament in Warhawk Alley
On Monday, April 8 at 7:00 pm Warhawk Alley will be hosting a Bakers Double Bowling Tournament. Bakers Double is a style of bowling where teams of two people alternate frames, and the top three teams will receive prizes! To sign up, bring your registration fee ($5/person or $10/team) to Warhawk Alley.

Annual Campus Photo Contest
Roberta’s Art Gallery is now accepting submissions for the Annual Campus Photo Contest! Photos must be emailed to UCArt@uww.edu with submission form by Friday, March 22 at noon.

“Directions in Contemporary Clay” in Roberta’s Art Gallery
From March 14-April 4, 2013 Roberta’s Art Gallery will be hosting “Directions in Contemporary Clay,” an exhibit featuring ceramic works by Jenni Brant, Carol Naughton, and Barbara Reinhart. In addition to being on display, many of the pieces will also be available for sale. This exhibit is held in conjunction with Women’s History Month/Creative Enterprise Symposium and co-sponsored with the College of Arts and Communication.

March Madness in Warhawk Alley
Stop by Warhawk Alley to fill out March Madness brackets! They are due Monday, March 18 by noon.

Super Smash Bros. Tournament
On Tuesday, March 19 at 7:00 pm Warhawk Alley is hosting a Super Smash Brothers Tournament. Bring your $5 registration fee to Warhawk Alley to sign up!

Single Occurrence Event Requests
Is your student org or campus department planning events for the 2013-2014 school year? Make sure you submit your Single Occurrence Event Request Forms to Reservations in UC 253 before March 22!

Zimride
Have travel plans over Spring Break? Save money by ride sharing with Zimride!

Need a quiet place to study? The UC has quiet rooms available! Here are the dates, times, and locations:

Monday, December 17
261:  7:30 am-midnight
262:  7:30 am-midnight

Tuesday, December 18
268:  7:30 am-midnight
260:  7:30 am-3:00 pm, 4:30 pm-midnight

Wednesday, December 19
260: 7:30 am-midnight
268: 7:30 am-midnight

Thursday, December 20
260:  9:30 am-4:30 pm
268:  7:30 am-4:30 pm

Best of luck with finals, Warhawks!

Each semester, thousands of students pass through campus. What makes one person’s experience different from everyone else’s? This semester, the UC has five student employees who are graduating or leaving for internships. Each one serves as an example of a highly successful UW-W student and offered an inside look on how the UC can help it’s employees get connected to a successful college experience. Before they left, we gathered some insights from each:

Halie Brill, Information Services
My experience working at the University Center has been very rewarding. I’ve built many meaningful relationships along with improving personally and professionally. I will definitely miss everyone here, but I’m looking forward to the next steps in my life.

Joe Gilliland, UC Administration
Working at the UC has given me the opportunity to learn a lot about my field of study while still in college. I have expanded my skills for working in finance and had the opportunity to work with a lot of wonderful people.

Kaitlynn Parrot, Graphics & Marketing
Thus far I have avoided the “G” word, but it’s time I talk about graduation. I’m excited to go on to new and different things but I’m sad to leave because of all the experiences I have gained and the great people I have been blessed to meet. I feel through my experiences as a graphic designer at the University Center I have given back to my university and it has given even greater things back to me.

Ali Wilkins, HawkCard
I always knew once I graduated I would be leaving Whitewater and my family here at the University Center, but now that it’s coming to an end it almost feels unreal. I will miss the unconditional support and learning possibilities that have been offered to me.  I can’t imagine working anywhere else while at Whitewater, I truly had a second family in the UC.  Many student workers/friends have come and gone but I will never forget how they impacted my experience here.  Working here has been one of the biggest parts of my college experience and I can honestly say it was one of the best opportunities I have been given.  My experiences here will not only help me in my future professional life but also my personal relationships.  I have learned how to work in teams and build lasting beneficial relationships.

Theresa Wyss, Roberta’s Art Gallery
Working at the UC has been a very beneficial experience for me. I have had the opportunity to facilitate small groups through facilitating workshops, and this will prove helpful when I teach art in the future. It has also been a great place to learn communication skills and working with a team. It’s hard to believe that I’m actually leaving after 7 semesters, and I am going to miss my UC family.

Intrigued by these positions and the opportunity to work at the University Center? Apply at http://uc.uww.edu/building_info/jobapp.html!

Finals are almost upon us, Warhawks, and you know what that means: it’s crunch time! There are exams, essays, and of course the occasional dreaded group project. With everything going on, it’s no wonder that your nerves might be a little frazzled. Not to worry, the UC is here to help! Check out our suggestions to help lighten your stress load as the semester comes to an end:

Spend Some Time in Warhawk Alley
Plunging a 10 pound ball down a slippery wax covered floor to knock things over? How about brutally defeating Didact during a game of Halo 4? Sounds like the perfect stress reliever! There’s also billiards, darts, air hockey, and don’t forget about the free lawn games and video games!

Get Inspired
Feeling like you’ve lost your studying muse? Take a walk through “Book of Love,” the most recent exhibit in Roberta’s Art Gallery. It features the work of Mark McPhail, the Dean of the College of Arts and Communication. There will be a reception this Thursday, December 6 from 12:00-1:30 pm with light refreshments.

Grab a Snack
We can all use a study break every now and then, right? Thankfully, the UC has a wide variety of dining options includings Freshëns, Graham Street Café, Uno Dué Go, Willie’s 360°, and the Ike Schaffer Commons. If you’re searching for a snack to help with studying, we recommend smoothies with a “focus” booster from Freshëns or any caffeinated beverage from Willie’s 360°. Don’t forget that you can also pay using Dining Dollars or Purple Points which can help you save money! Here’s a full list of where Purple Points can be used off campus: http://uc.uww.edu/hawkcard/pp_locations_off.html 

Get to Work!
The best way to relieve stress is to get cracking on that mile-long to-do list. Spend a few hours in one of our many lounges to help you be more productive. Don’t forget that Information Services has resume paper, lamination services, and laptops available for check-out.

For more info on how to manage stress, check out this month’s Student Health 101, sponsored by University Health and Counseling Services: http://readsh101.com/uww.html.