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Day: November 18, 2008

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    Handel's 'Messiah' coming to Weidner Center

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    Michael Heine

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    The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Chorale and Concert Choir present George Frideric Handel’s Messiah on Sunday, Dec. 7, in the Weidner Center for the Performing Arts. Prof. Randall Meder conducts the UW-Green Bay Chorale, Concert Choir and the Green Bay Symphony Choir with Chamber Orchestra starting at 7:30 p.m. in a joint production inside one…

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    Photo gallery: The best of 2008 student art

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    Michael Heine

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    GREEN BAY — More than 50 University of Wisconsin-Green Bay students took part in the 36th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition held at the Lawton Gallery on campus.

  • Sen. Hansen will meet with campus Dec. 2

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    Christopher Sampson

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    The Faculty, Academic Staff, and Student Legislative Governance committees have invited Wisconsin State Sen. Dave Hansen to visit campus. Hansen, who will be the new Senate’s assistant majority leader, will speak on current legislative and budget issues on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 9 to 10 a.m. in Room Phoenix C of the University Union. The…

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    Mentzel is new safety and risk manager

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    Christopher Sampson

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    UW-Green Bay has announced the appointment of Michael (Mike) Mentzel as the institution’s new safety and risk manager. The position has responsibilities in the areas of occupational health and safety, hazardous waste and environmental compliance, and risk management.

  • Another 'Jazz Jam,' Nov. 19

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    Christopher Sampson

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    This Wednesday (Nov. 19), from 8 to 10 p.m. in the Common Grounds Coffeehouse, students and faculty will be hosting a jazz jam.  Enjoy a cup of coffee while relaxing and listening to jazz music.  Brought to you by the UW-Green Bay music program.

  • Mark your calendar: Kwanzaa, Dec. 13

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    Christopher Sampson

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    The annual UW-Green Bay celebration of Kwanzaa is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Phoenix Room of the University Union. Kwanzaa is an African-American celebration based on the tradition of the African harvest festival, which emphasizes community and cultural pride. Details to come, but mark your calendar to…

  • Men's hoops vs Utah, women at home

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    Christopher Sampson

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    Tonight (Tuesday, Nov. 18) looks like a prime opportunity for a rising men’s basketball program to claim a marquee road win. Green Bay (0-0) visits the University of Utah (0-1) for an 8 p.m. CST tip that can be heard locally on WDUZ The Fan radio. Press-Gazette beat reporter Rob Demovsky offered a thorough and…

  • Faculty/staff note: Aoki

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    Christopher Sampson

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    Office of International Education Adviser Kristy Aoki presented recently at the Association of International Educators (NAFSA) Region V conference in Lincolnshire, Ill.  The session focused on uses of Facebook in international education and study abroad.

  • Reviewer: 'Little Shop' is campy, four-star fun

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    Christopher Sampson

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    The critic for the Green Bay Press-Gazette describes UW-Green Bay’s fall 2008 musical – entering its second week, with performances Nov. 20, 21 and 22— as outstanding entertainment with great music, sets and student cast. For the review of “Little Shop of Horrors,” click http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/article/20081115/GPG0506/81115008/1268/GPG05

  • United Way needs late surge

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    Christopher Sampson

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    Now more than ever, Brown County United Way needs your help in serving those who most need help, and in making our community a better place. With only four days remaining, the campus drive still needs about $3,000 to approach its goal. Here’s a reminder that you can find your pledge form at http://www.browncountyunitedway.org/files/E-PledgeForm-2008.pdf Return…