Thursday, Feb. 24
9–11 a.m. Morning MUG – Campus Ministry
11 a.m.–1 p.m. Kwik Trip Recruiters on Campus Hiring for Summer Roles – Student Union
11:30–1:30 p.m. Pamper Yourself with DIY Face Masks – Hawk’s Nest – Come and learn how to make a cheap face mask to make sure you know how to make time for yourself.
Noon Daily Mass – San Damiano Chapel
3:30–5 p.m. “Mindful Eating” with Counseling Services – Mathy Center Second Floor Landing – Mindful Eating is a practical application of basic non-judgmental and thoughtful engagement with the food we consume. Mindful eating practices are helpful in making better food choices, avoiding emotional eating habits, help us feel fuller on sensible portions of food and even promote better digestion. Stop by this counseling service lead event to learn more information.
6–7 p.m. Social Dilemma Documentary – RCE 134 – Check out this documentary and engage in some good conversations about problems arising and how we as a society interact.
7 p.m. Men’s Volleyball vs. Edgewood College – Varsity Athletics Center
Coming up:
Students: Starting Feb. 28 through March 11 students will receive an invitation in their email entitled “Win Prizes with Viterbo University and the ACHA-NCHA Survey”. The survey is designed to assess student health behaviors in order to provide better services and support for Viterbo University students. All students who submit a survey will automatically be entered in a random drawing for prizes. For any questions, contact Health Services at 608-796-3806
Save the Dates for two inaugural graduating senior recognition events: a senior dinner with the president (graduating seniors only) on Thursday, May 12, 5:30–7 p.m. in the Mathy Center and the Sending and Blessing (students and their families/special guests) on Friday, May 13, 8 p.m. in the Assisi Courtyard (rain: FAC Main Theatre). More information about these two new events will become available in the weeks ahead. For questions contact graduating senior Mitchell Shaw (mshaw70110@viterbo.edu) or the student life office at studentlife@viterbo.edu.
Nominate a student today for the St. Catherine’s Medal: Consider nominating them for the St. Catherine’s Medal. The St. Catherine’s Medal is awarded to 3–5 students each year who represent the high ideals of a Catholic college education, including but not limited to Viterbo University’s core values of contemplation, hospitality, integrity, stewardship, and service. Thorough nominations with examples that highlight the impact a student has made are appreciated from Viterbo employees, faculty, and students. CLICK HERE to access the nomination form directly. Nominations are due Friday, March 25 at 12 p.m. For more context about the prestigious award, please click here.
Student Recognition Ceremony: Do you know a student who has made an impact this year at Viterbo? An instructor who has gone above and beyond to guide student organizations/efforts? Consider nominating them for an award at the Student Recognition Ceremony. There are the following categories for recognition: Outstanding Student Leader, Student Organization Member of the Year, Student Organization Project of the Year, Student Service Award, and Involved Faculty Member. CLICK HERE to access the nomination form directly. Nominations are due Friday, March 25 at noon. For more context about the awards and the ceremony, click here.
Join the recreation department and the office of orientation and engagement tonight in the Caf at 7:30 p.m. for Trivia. Tonight’s theme is Cinema Trivia. Prizes available. No registration required.
Employees whose spouse or child will be graduating have the opportunity to present their diploma cover during commencement ceremonies. Any Viterbo employee interested in presenting a family diploma cover must notify the commencement committee by Tuesday, March 1. Academic regalia is required and may be rented from the bookstore. The full policy is available at http://www.viterbo.edu/commencement/faculty-and-staff-information-commencement.
Adopt a Site: President’s Day of Service is Saturday, April 9. If you are part of an organization, club, class, department, or other group, consider adopting a service project. If interested in adopting, email Colin at cgburnsgilbert@viterbo.edu by March 1 at 9 a.m. Groups adopting will be able to rank preferences and receive their project assignment before registration goes live in mid-March. Click here for more information about the day.
Employees: Tuition Remission forms for the 2022-2023 academic year are to be completed before April 1, 2022. This is a hard deadline and is to ensure that financial aid has enough time to process them. HR would encourage anyone who is even thinking they might want to take classes or start a program during the 2022–23 academic year to fill one out as forms will not be accepted past April 1, 2022. You can find the form to complete at the link here: https://etcentral.viterbo.edu/#/form/1069.
Join the Office of Mission and Campus Ministry for a papal watch party. On Thursday, Feb. 24 at noon, Pope Francis will be addressing university students from North, Central, and South America. He will dialogue with students (preselected) and will offer advice and wisdom on salient challenges of our time. The event is hosted by Loyola University in Chicago and we have been invited to watch. Join us, starting at 11:45 a.m. in Campus Ministry.
Reminder: Sigma Theta Tau International Honors Society of Nursing’s Pi Phi Chapter presents their annual Lamplighter Scholarship. Each year, the Pi Phi Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society may award a scholarship to an eligible undergraduate member. The chapter may also award a scholarship to an active member who is pursuing an advanced degree in nursing, or who is participating in a Nursing research or an evidence-based practice project. Each award is in the amount of $500 and is unrestricted. Submit all application materials to Dr. Kerri Busteed (kjbusteed@viterbo.edu) by Tuesday, March 1. For more details and the application requirements, visit the following link: https://www.viterbo.edu/pi-phi-chapter/lamplighter-scholarship.
Save the Date: 2022 Spring Community Conversation on Servant Leadership, Wednesday, April 13 from 7–9:30 a.m., Nursing Center Room 196. Theme: Building Community through Servant Leadership. This event is free and open to the public. All are welcome. To register, email Jenny Waters at jtwaters@viterbo.edu or Tom Thibodeau at tathibodeau@viterbo.edu or call Tom at 608-796-3705.
A Night at the Opera Presents: Speed Dating Tonight! will be performed by the Viterbo University Conservatory for the Performing Arts at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 25 and Saturday, Feb. 26 in the Fine Arts Center Nola Starling Recital Hall. For more information or to order tickets, contact the Viterbo box office at 608-796-3100 or visit www.viterbo.edu/tickets.
Rock with the students of the Viterbo University Conservatory for the Performing Arts as they present CARRIE: The Musical Friday, March 4–Sunday, March 6 at the Weber Center for the Performing Arts in downtown La Crosse. For more information or to order tickets, contact the Viterbo box office at 608-796-3100 or visit www.viterbo.edu/tickets.
The next Contemplation Workshop will take place on Friday, Feb. 25 at 10 a.m. in the Interfaith Prayer Room in the Campus Ministry building. Professor Michelle Pinzl will lead us in a meditative practice. This session will last 30 minutes and everyone is welcome to attend.
Notices:
Parking lot M will be closed tomorrow, Friday, Feb. 25 for golf show parking needs.
Employees and Retirees: Monthly MTU bus passes are available for the discounted price of $8. Contact Anouk Goreta at aagoreta@viterbo.edu to arrange pick up for March passes.
Congratulations to the men's basketball team for their win over Waldorf. The V-Hawks will advance to the NSAA Final Four in Watertown, S.D. on Saturday, Feb. 26.
Health Services is offering COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters on Tuesdays and Fridays. Walk-ins are welcome in the mornings. Students can also schedule in advance via Starfish.
Nominations for Outstanding Teacher of the Year, Outstanding Employee of the Year, and other Rose Award nominations are due Monday, April 4. https://www.viterbo.edu/awards/rose-awards.