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Viterbo University nursing majors Levi Orr and Jordyn Keyes have gotten used to working with state-of-the-art, modern equipment and facilities during their three years of studies at Viterbo. Their monthlong internship last spring in the Philippines, however, gave them a new perspective on how health care is done in less fortunate parts of the world.
Viterbo theatre and music theatre will present the Tony Award®-winning musical Into the Woods Friday, Oct. 11–Sunday, Oct. 13 in the Viterbo University Fine Arts Center Main Theatre.
“Be careful what you wish for…” Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s whimsical musical follows the path of unlikely characters as they journey deep into the woods and search for their path out of darkness. Into the Woods is a widely popular musical about sacrifice, consequences, and the actions that can haunt us. The musical intertwines the plots of several fairy tales, exploring the consequences of the characters’ wishes and quests.
“Into the Woods is a crafted masterpiece of monumental proportion and a giant part of the American musical theatre cannon,” said Matt Campbell, the Viterbo faculty member who is directing the production. “There is so much that is humanistic about the play—people’s wants, needs, and the desire to fulfill them without always knowing what the consequences will be.”
Shelly Mayer, executive director of Professional Dairy Producers, will open the 2019–20 Leadership at Noon series from noon–1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9 in the Fine Arts Center Main Theatre Lobby.
Professional Dairy Producers is the largest dairy producer-led, educational-based organization in the country. The organization has led the national effort to define dairy animal well-being and maintain the confidence of customers that the industry embraces the moral obligation to take good care of their animals and produce safe and abundant dairy and meat products.
Mayer grew up on a dairy farm in southwestern Wisconsin. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural journalism and dairy science. Mayer’s work has helped dairy farm families across the country work proactively on issues such as improving business profitability, community relations, environmental management, leadership development, food safety and animal health, labor, industry relations, youth mentoring, and family business transition.
By Zachariah Scott, Viterbo student nurse
Flu season has arrived early this year with confirmed cases of Influenza A in surrounding communities. Viterbo health services has already begun holding clinics for flu vaccination. Stop in to one of these clinics to receive your immunization: Tuesday, Oct. 8 from 2–4 p.m. in the Student Development Center, and Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 4–6 p.m. in the Student Union. People can also schedule an appointment on the health services website. Flu shots are $7 for students and $17 for employees.
Flu symptoms include fever or feeling feverish/chills, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, and fatigue. Some people may also experience vomiting and diarrhea, but this is more common in children than adults (CDC, 2019). Students and employees are advised to stay home when ill with the flu and until fever free for a minimum of 24 hours. Influenza can prove to be fatal for vulnerable populations in the community including the elderly, children, and those with compromised immune systems. It is the responsibility of everyone to protect these vulnerable populations in the community. Get vaccinated, stay home when you are symptomatic, and practice handwashing/sanitizing practices to prevent the spread of influenza.