Wednesday, April 7
9 a.m. Deadline to apply to be an Orientation Leader HERE
Noon Mass – San Damiano Chapel
4 p.m. Students interested in a short-term study abroad experience in the Galapagos Islands are invited to attend a virtual information session – Zoom link Contact Brianna Rice at bkrice@viterbo.edu with any questions.
2 p.m. JV Baseball vs. Riverland Community College – Outdoor Athletics Complex. Doubleheader.
3 p.m. Deadline for art submission for Touchstone – Table outside the Viterbo University Gallery.
7 p.m. Conversation Space for Faculty and Staff – Diversity Lounge Murphy Center 579. Discuss the recent events on campus. Facilitated by Deb Murray in the Counselor Education program. Contact LeeAnn Van Vreede at levanvreede@viterbo.edu with any questions.
9 p.m. – Taize Prayer
Coming Up:
Attend the first of three Belief Beyond Borders Interfaith Lunch Conversations on Hmong Spirituality, Islam, and Judaism, respectively. The first lunch conversation on Hmong spirituality is slated for Monday, April 12 from noon–1 p.m. in the Fine Arts Center Hospitality Suite with special guest Houa Yang. A special lunch featuring Hmong specialties will be served. All employees and students are welcome. Spots are limited, so sign up today via this link. Event organizers will follow up with registrants to finalize lunch orders. This series is part of the university’s ongoing social justice and equity train-the-trainer initiative.
Friday, April 9 and Saturday, April 10 at 7 p.m. Attend the Theatre and Music Theatre Department Class of 2021 Senior Showcase virtual watch party. This professionally filmed and edited 35 minute showcase will highlight graduating students talents through an eclectic mix of songs, monologues, and scene work. Find out more at:
https://www.viterbo.edu/theatre-and-music-theatre-department/2021-senior-showcase
The Recreation Department is offering a Powerlifting Challenge starting Wednesday, April 7- Friday, May 7. Viterbo students will compete in squat, bench, and deadlift. Awards will be presented for most improvement, best lift, best total, and best lift and total in each weight category. All levels of experience welcome. For more details, visit the Recreation Department’s website. To sign up for a time, register here.
Campus Activities and the Recreation Department are teaming up to offer Tuesday Night Trivia. Join us Tuesdays at 7 p.m. starting on April 13 for Kahoot trivia on Zoom. The first night is Music Trivia.
The Recreation Department is sponsoring a 9-hole Golf Scramble at Forest Hills Golf Course in La Crosse on Tuesday, April 27 from 4 - 5:30 p.m. for Viterbo Students. Cost to students is $10 and club rental is available for an additional fee. For more information and to register, visit the Recreation website. Registration closes Tuesday, April 20 at 5 p.m.
Viterbo students, faculty, and employees can join UW-L, Western Technical College, and Winona State in an open conversation about mental health and self-care with some experts from various campuses to assist in the conversation. Join the Zoom call HERE anytime from 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. on Thursday, April 8.
Viterbo students can join Megan Pierce, Director of International & Intercultural Student Success for Dialogue in the Diversity Lounge on Thursday, April 8 at 3 p.m. This is an opportunity to share and process events at Viterbo and nationally in a low-key and informal setting.
The Viterbo Art Department is hosting a series of art workshops for the Viterbo community. Workshops are open to all Viterbo students, faculty, and staff. No art experience is necessary for any of the workshops. Space is limited and registration is required. Register by sending your name and preferred workshop to sjlisota@viterbo.edu. Workshops for the Week of April 4-10: Clay Jewelry Making*: Create personalized clay pendants and beads using a variety of techniques. Take home pieces that you can wear. Led by Katie Weise, Viterbo faculty. *Note: This is a two-part workshop that will take place on consecutive Thursday evenings (April 8 and April 15) from 6–8 p.m. in FAC 301. Space is limited to 10. Open Clay Studio: Try your hand in creating functional or sculptural forms in clay, on the potter's wheel or by hand-building them. No experiences necessary. Friday, April 9 from 2–4 p.m. in FAC 301. Space is limited to 10. Beginning Botanical Illustration: Learn traditional approaches to botanical illustration, working from live specimens using graphite and watercolor. No experience necessary. Led by Sherri Lisota, Viterbo faculty. Friday, April 9 from 2–4 p.m., FAC 317. Space is limited to 15.
Notices:
Want to be a tour guide? The admissions team is currently hiring for the 2021–22 academic year to expand their team of Voyagers. A Voyager should be someone who is passionate about Viterbo University and excited to share VU with prospective students and their families. Everyone is welcome to apply. The admissions team wants each Voyager to show up as their authentic self so they can continue to celebrate all identities, as well as create and promote a welcoming and respectful community. To apply, email Katie Ausen at kdausen@viterbo.edu or stop by the Welcome Center to pick up a paper copy of the application. Application deadline has been extended to Thursday, April 8.
Learn more about whole grains by listening in on dietetic intern Megan Anderson’s presentation at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0a0NcmV6d24
A Viterbo psychology student is conducting a research survey on workplace gossip. Take this following 5–10 minute survey on the study of workplace gossip:
http://viterbo.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dmaEAbA6ND3Foyy
Champion Sale at the Bookstore: 20% off Champion brand apparel. In-store and online at www.viterbostore.com
New security cameras have arrived and are being installed on campus.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), a time to honor the voices and experiences of victims and survivors. SAAM calls attention to the fact that sexual violence is widespread. Join advocates, activists, survivors, and supporters who are getting involved this month on Instagram. Daily prompts encourage creative ways for you to raise awareness, educate, and connect with others — plus you can win prizes along the way. Message sponsored by the Promise Committee and the National Sexual Violence Resource Center.
Hope in a Suit Case Drive ends April 12: Did you know that more than 23,000 children max out of foster care system every year? What can you do to help? Donate gently used luggage, tote/ duffle bags, back packs and toiletries (soap, tooth paste/ brushes). Drop boxes in lobbies of all buildings on campus or outside Murphy Center 538.
Students, are you interested in playing chess and meeting Russian students? If so, consider joining the La Crosse Dubna Druzba Chess Club. American and Russian students will pair up to play chess virtually; the emphasis is on fellowship, not competition or tournaments. To participate, sign up free of charge at Chess.com. If you have questions, contact Apryl Denny at aldenny@viterbo.edu or Andrew Elliott at aelliott1977@gmail.com.
IIT is using Revelation Help Desk to accept work-tickets from departments and students across campus. The system allows end-users to submit tickets for technology related issues (i.e. classroom issues, internet issues, hardware/software problems, etc). It also contains a self-help knowledge base filled with common issues to allow end-users to troubleshoot on their own (i.e. cell phone setup, password questions, WiFi help, etc). Link: www.viterbo.edu/helpdesk.