Thursday, March 18
9–11 a.m. Morning MUG – Campus Ministry
Noon Mass – San Damiano Chapel
6 p.m. – Eucharistic Adoration with Stations of the Cross - San Damiano Chapel
6–7:30 p.m. Virtual Book Club “Until We Reckon: Violence, Mass Incarceration, and a Road to Repair” facilitated by Matthew Bersagel Braley. You can still register for the event and you don’t need to have read the book to attend. All are welcome. Sponsored by Viterbo’s Alumni Association.
7 p.m. Theology on Tap with Sister Karen Lueck – https://viterbo.zoom.us/j/96368330901. She will discuss her new book “Cheering for the Good: Leading When It Matters.”
8 p.m. Intramural registration closes. Leagues include 3-on-3 basketball and 4-on-4 volleyball. For more information and to register, visit IMLeagues.
Coming Up:
A mindfulness and meditation session will be held Wednesday, March 24 at 5 p.m. in the Mathy Center multipurpose room. This session is in place of the regularly scheduled yoga class for this week only. Individuals are encouraged to dress comfortably, bring blankets and a yoga mat (some are available in the space for use). Space is limited to 15 participants and individuals may reserve their spot on the Recreation Bookings page.
Employees: Join the Acceptance and Transformation session with Steve Spilde of the FSC Friday, March 19 at 10 a.m. in the School of Nursing Building 101 or via Zoom. For details and Zoom link visit the Employee Engagement Calendar.
Employees: It’s not too late to join The March Madness Walking competition. Grab some team mates (some still need members) and compete until March 31. Teams of four across campus can sign up and track daily minutes here: March Madness teams and minutes sign up. The team with the most minutes at the end of the competition time will win a trophy and Adidas Viterbo shirts. Contact Anouk Goreta or Lynn Tully with any questions about the competition.
Theatre and music theatre department students will perform three different one act shows this week in the Main Theatre as part of the Spring 2021 Production Season. Audiences are limited to 55 attendees (social distancing and masks required). Free admission. For more details and the reservation link visit: https://www.viterbo.edu/theatre-and-music-theatre-department/current-season. Light at the End of the Tunnel a musical cabaret Thursday, March 18 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 20 at noon. Why Love? a musical cabaret Friday, March 19 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 20 at 3 p.m. The Night Children a one act play by Adam Szymkowicz Saturday, March 20 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 21 at 3 p.m.
Notices:
Viterbo will not receive any vaccine next week. Everyone is encouraged to find an alternative vaccination site if available, including Walgreens. Reminder that if you are in the eligible groups, you can find vaccination sites open to the public where you may be able to schedule an appointment for vaccination.
A case of a variant strain of COVID-19 has been identified in La Crosse County. Everyone is reminded is it important to continue recommended health practices including wearing a mask, social distancing, and getting vaccinated when you are eligible.
Seeking undergraduate students to participate in pilot Wellness Coaching Program. Learn about your own personal wellbeing and have an impact on the development of a new wellness coaching program that will launch this fall. Participants would meet with a wellness coach for 2-3 one-hour sessions over the remainder of the semester (via Zoom or in person) and will be eligible for $50 gift card! Scheduling is flexible and sessions can be booked here. Questions? Contact Mariah Smith, Masters in Mental Health Counseling student: msmith70880@viterbo.edu.
COVID-19 has continued to affect college-aged students in numerous ways. Students are researching how food availability has affected college students during campus closures. This survey is anonymous, and the data received will help researchers understand the need for both continued and new advertisement and support of the Viterbo food pantries. Questions may be directed to Sierra Harper-Beutel at sharpe69068@viterbo.eduand Hannah O'Kane at hokane71369@viterbo.edu. Take the survey.
Students: Assigned fall registration dates and times will not be made available in Student Planning until the afternoon of Thursday, March 18. The timestamp of 3/24 at 12 a.m. is not reflective of assigned times. Registration will open for students with senior standing on Wednesday, April 7.
Spirit of Saint Francis Sustainability Award nominations are due April 9. Click for more information and to make a nomination.
El Sol Spanish Newspaper is looking for a web page designer familiar with WordPress HIVE theme to update the publication website. Job duties include improving current page, uploading and designing new articles from previous editions. Stipend of $250 coming from SGA Funds. Those interested should send an email to elsol@viterbo.edu including at least one picture sample or URL of Web Page design using HIVE. Proficiency in Intermediate Spanish Language level desired, but not strictly necessary. Applications will be reviewed as received.