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Fair raises awarness of campus opportunity

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On Thursday, Sept. 11, UW-Green Bay's Office of International Education will host a study abroad fair in the University Union from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. to make students aware of their services on campus.
"A lot of students don't know or haven't thought about the opportunities available to them, and it's such a good time in their life to go," said Kristy Aoki, International Student Services advisor.

Tour de Dog stops in Green Bay

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

After almost 3,600 miles, the cyclist team of David Sylvester and his dog Chiva, rolled into Green Bay, on Aug. 12 to bring awareness to the challenges faced by animal shelters all over the United States.
Tour de Dog is a newly founded organization started by these two Delaware natives.

Alumnus makes posthumos donation to UWGB

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On Friday, Sept. 5, UW-Green Bay will officially accept a one million dollar scholarship donation from alumnus Capt. Craig A. Mueller at the Lambeau Cottage. This donation will benefit Communication and Communications and the Arts Majors.
"He was a graduate of UWGB, and he always felt a strong affinity to this region and the University," said Steve Swan, assistant chancellor for university advancement.

News Briefs

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

UW-Green Bay still in search of new chancellor

The UW-Green Bay Chancellor Search and Screen Committee launched a Web site. The site invites students and members of the community to give imput for finding the next chancellor by participating in a short survey.

How to side-step the freshman 15

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

With the late night pizza deliveries, deep-fried campus food items and vending machines stocked with candy and chips, it's difficult to side-step the unhealthy lifestyle that seems to come along with college.
Everyone has heard the harsh realities of the Freshman 15, yet the overeating and lack of exercise continues to be a concern for college students.

Stress-free and debt-free: Surviving on a budget

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"I have $10 left in my checking account," said one UW-Green Bay student.
"I have $2 in mine," said another.
Both students are suffering from a common problem on college campuses: limited funding. As many students try to juggle several jobs, keep up with class assignments and still find time to party with friends, planning finances can be easily forgotten.

The basics of campus dining

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

When beginning the college experience, students may worry about making new friends, how tough the classes will be and trying to balance school, work and a job. While these are common and sensible concerns, having to dine on campus shouldn't have to be another stress added to the already overwhelming load.

Making the move to Wisconsin

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Moving to a new state is never an easy task. Moving in general is never easy. When moving to Wisconsin, Green Bay in specific, there are a few things you should know about the weather, housing costs, driving times and gambling laws.
The average temperature in Green Bay can range from 7 to 34 degrees Fahrenheit during the winter months and 68 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer months.

Feed your IQ at IQ's

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Located at 2105 University Ave. in Green Bay, Wis., lies unknown to many a place filled with bountiful treasure. This place is also known as I Q's Food, Music and Art.
Established originally on Broadway in downtown Green Bay in 1998 by Bill Hickey and his wife Sandy, the goal was to draw in a different crowd not found in the Broadway District.

South of the Phoenix

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In 1997, three high school kids in Green Bay were sitting around deciding what to do for their lunch hour. The first, Tony, suggested the Subway down the street. However, a common 6-inch sub just wasn't cutting it for the other two.
"What I wouldn't give for a cheese and broccoli potato and a chocolate Frosty," Jason said longingly.

Featured artist: Heather Peterman

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Local artist Heather Peterman, who was born and raised in Shawano, Wis., currently displays many pieces of her artwork throughout I Q's Food Music and Art, located at 2105 University Ave. The most notable piece of her artwork is the hypnotizing front door of I Q's, which has been said is a way to draw in curious customers.

Orchestrated events

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

It's Saturday night. Your significant other wants to go out, but the thought of leaving campus for a fun night out is daunting. The gas tank is almost empty, and pay day is a long way off. You want some entertainment but don't believe your wallet can handle it.

Glover has game on and off court

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

When Lavesa Glover was a senior at Miami's Dade Christian High School in 2004, her mother sent e-mails to every Division I women's college basketball program that was ranked in the top 25 in the nation. UW-Green Bay happened to be ranked 25th at the time.
Surprised that a talented, 6-foot-3-inch center from Florida was interested in going to school more than 1,500 miles away from home, UWGB responded to the e-mail - the only top-25 school to do so.

Intramurals more than just a way to stay in shape

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Charles Barkley's Second Coming. Applejacks. The Woodpeckers. What do all these names have in common? First off Charles Barkley was a former professional basketball player who has said he will no longer gamble. Applejacks is a popular cereal, and a woodpecker is a bird.

Schachnter goes from small-town standout to Phoenix phenom

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The first time Mike Schachtner walked into a UW-Green Bay men's basketball practice in 2005, he couldn't help but feel slightly astonished.
Hailing from Somerset, Wis., a town with a population of roughly 2,000 people, Schachtner was a big fish in a small pond in high school.

Shopping for orgs

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

College isn't just a place to earn a degree. College, in itself, is an experience. Making new friends, trying new things, taking risks and discovering limits, are all rolled up into the college experience. College learning goes way beyond the classroom. To get the full effect of the college experience is to get out on campus and to be a part of something.

How to start a student org

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

If there isn't an organization on campus that fit a certain interest, students can form another organization.
This semester, the Office of Student Life is making it easier for students to start up their own organization by posting the registration forms on the Student Life Web site.

Exploring the Bay's "green" side

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Beer, brats and booyah. These are the three Bs that define traditional dining in Green Bay. In a town with a strong industrial history and a love of high-calorie, high-fat dining, can people find ways to shop and eat healthy? Hell, yeah.
There are plenty of options for those who wish to eat healthy foods, shop for supplements or sustain the local economy and environment.

Parks in greater Green Bay

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Parks in the greater Green Bay

LeiLani Richards
The Ashes

Imagine being in a bar, a guy shouts out, "Hey everyone come see my cougar." You think to yourself, 'Great another dude is showing off his car.' People start making their way outside and now you are interested.

How to survive in the United States

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"I always dreamed of coming to the U.S., and Green Bay is a small town," said Aparajita Bhattacharya, a biology major from India.
"I chose Wisconsin out of 50 states because some of my friends came here for a year exchange, and they said people here are nice," said Kaoru Akazawa, a freshman psychology major from Japan.

Intern outta here

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Out-of-state internship programs are a crucial resource untapped at UWGB, said Nick Favero, a senior communication major.
PRO, Phoenix Recruitment On-line, helps UW-Green Bay students find internships in the Green Bay and Wisconsin area. However, more opportunities at companies such as 20th Century Fox, Northwestern Mutual and Google are available out of state.

Starting off the school year right... or at least close enough

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Eight semesters your senior
Another semester is upon us, and, to be perfectly frank, I'm kind of surprised that you're already picking up a newspaper. It's not that our paper is low quality, far from it actually, but most people are in such a panic to get to the right classrooms, make it on time, sit in the front and so forth, that it makes sense to pass by the stand the first few weeks.