Thursday, November 8, 2012
Research Fair offers NSF focus today
National Science Foundation representatives are taking over the UNL Research Fair today.
NSF Day at UNL is 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Nebraska Union. This workshop offers researchers from UNL and area institutions the opportunity to learn about NSF's mission, priorities and budget. Speakers include representatives from seven NSF directorates, the Office of Legislative and Public Affairs, the Office of International Science and Engineering, and EPSCoR. Walk-in registration is available as space allows. Read more about the 12th UNL Research Fair in Today@UNL.
NEBRASKA EAST UNION PRAIRIE SUITE ROOM, 7PM
Engler Lecture features Masters Week participant
Kenneth Green, managing general partner of Agra Holdings LP in Firestone, Colo., will speak at the first Engler Lecture at 7 p.m. in the Prairie Suite Room of the East Union.
Green's motivational speech will be targeted to young entrepreneurs who desire the opportunity to build businesses and enterprises. It is part of the Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program at UNL's Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, said the program's director Tom Field. Read more about this lecture in Today@UNL.
NEBRASKA UNION CENTENNIAL ROOM, 7:30PM
'End of Days' discussion is today
The Mayan calendar predicts the world will end this year — or does it? Edwin Barnhart, an expert on Mayan culture, will discuss the myth in the lecture "2012: An End of Days?" at 7:30 p.m. in the Nebraska Union Centennial Room. Admission is free for UNL students (with a valid NCard) and $5 for faculty, staff and the public. The lecture is sponsored by University Program Council.
Barnhart is a renowned Maya scholar who strives to separate fact from fiction. He has two decades of experience in Mesoamerica as an archeologist, explorer and instructor. A fellow of the Explorer's Club and teacher of National Science Foundation classes, Barnhart uses his experience to educate individuals on Mayan astronomy and sacred geometry.
Student named VP of National FFA Organization
UNL student Brennan Costello is one of six students from across the nation who will help lead the National FFA Organization in 2012-2013. Costello, an agribusiness major in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, will serve as FFA Central Region vice president.
"We are very proud of Brennan," said Ronnie Green, University of Nebraska vice president and Harlan vice chancellor of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources. "He is a shining example of the outstanding students we have the opportunity to work with daily in the University of Nebraska's College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. The challenges of the 21st century demand the best and brightest of this generation to tackle them — the future is exceedingly bright with young people like Brennan Costello leading the way." Read more about Costello in Today@UNL.
CAMPUS RECREATION ATRIUM, 7 - 9AM
'Wellness on Wheels' event is today
Campus Recreation, the University Health Center and Employee Assistance Program will offer health assessments from 7 to 9 a.m. today in the Campus Rec Atrium. The assessment includes health screenings, flu shots and wellness blood profiles. All participants will receive a free pedometer. Participants who bring a canned food item will receive a free "Be Well at UNL" wristband.
The free assessments offered include: flexibility/balance; nutrition; blood pressure; and height/weight/body mass index. Flu shots are free for students and $30 for faculty, staff and Campus Rec members. Read more about this event in Today@UNL.
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UNL experiencing email delays
UNL is currently experiencing delays in receiving/sending email. A support ticket has been opened with Microsoft and the issue is being worked on.
University Theatre presents 'Paragon Springs'
The University Theatre season continues with Steven Dietz's timely play "Paragon Springs." The production opens with a performance 7:30 p.m. Nov. 8 in the Temple Building's Studio Theatre.
The production continues with 7:30 p.m. performances Nov. 9 and 14-16, and 2 p.m. Nov. 11 and 18 in the Studio Theatre. Tickets are $16 general admission; $14 faculty, staff and senior citizens; and $10 for students with valid identification. Tickets are available at the Lied Center ticket office, 402-472-4747, online, and at the door one hour prior to curtain. Read more about this production in Today@UNL.
Lectures
BESSEY HALL ROOM 109, 2PMDiscipline-Based Education Research Meeting, "Nanoscience Outreach"
Steve Ducharme, UNL
SBS Seminar, "Herpesvirus-Host Internactions in the pathogenesis of human diseases"
Luwen Zhang
UNL.edu now formatted for all devices
The Internet and Interactive Media group of University Communications and Information Services has concluded the first phase in its effort to provide full support to all devices - desktops, laptops, smartphones and tablets - by implementing a suite of web technologies collectively known as 'responsive design.' This week, the internal and external homepages were re-launched as 'responsive' designs.
You can see the effects of responsive design in your desktop browser by simply re-sizing your browser window (the page will reformat as the window is narrowed), or by viewing on your tablet or smartphone. Please use the 'feedback' links at the bottom of the page if you would like to let us know of any issues. Thank you.
