Thursday, 30 Apr 2015
Textbook buyback
End of term textbook buyback begins at University Bookstore.
CODAC Spring Art Sale
The CODAC (College of Design Art Club) spring sale of artwork by students in the integrated studio arts/integrated visual arts programs will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, April 29-May 1, outside the College of Design Dean's Office. Most of the proceeds go directly to the student artists, while the rest help fund club activities. Find a unique gift for graduation, Mother's Day, a summer wedding, or for yourself!
Lecture: Intersections of Journalism with Computer Science & Data
Brant Houston, professor and Knight Chair of Investigative Reporting at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Signature Research Initiative
Sigma Xi banquet
The banquet includes initiation of new members of Sigma Xi, the presentation of the Zaffarano and Karas Awards, and installation of new officers. The retiring president, Dr. Tom Sauer, will present a lecture, "Science and Philosophy: Partners for Global Food Security."
Entrepreneurship Showcase
Annual College of Human Sciences Entrepreneurship Showcase. Students in this year's AESHM 474/574 (Entrepreneurship in the Human Sciences) class will present and display their innovative business proposals, business idea pitches and consulting project recommendations.
Workshop: Recycled Bookmaking
Learn about historical bookbinding techniques and make your own unique handmade books from recycled papers, using variations of the Coptic stitch. Leave class with two or more books and the know-how to keep cutting, folding and stitching more. A perfect use for that handmade paper from our Papermaking Workshop.
Nepalese Student Association: Candlelight Vigil
Show support for victims of the earthquake that hit Nepal on April 25. Donations boxes will be available.
Performance: On the Verge
Subtitled "The Geography of Yearning," this play tells of three lady explorers who travel through time and meet very diverse beings on their journey. Tickets available through the Memorial Union Maintenance Shop Ticket Office, MidwesTix, or at the door before performances. Advance purchase suggested.