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November 2009, Vol. XI, No. 11


Alumni, students invited to Big East E-Fair
UofL has joined 15 other Big East Conference colleges and universities to launch a career fair website for students and alumni interested in pursuing or advertising entry-level or experienced career opportunities and internships with organizations who place a high priority on promoting a diverse culture in their workplace. Register for the site to either look for positions or advertise openings in your company. The site will remain active till Dec. 31. Cosponsored by the UofL Career Development Center. Register online at bigeast.efairpro.com

University honors 2009 Parents of the Year

	After UofL student Arielle Dyda's father died of cancer in 2008, her mother, Judy Dyda, worked three jobs to support her family. Arielle had the opportunity to honor her mother and late father when they were named the 2009 Parents of the Year as part of UofL's Family Weekend activities. UofL recognized the Dydas for their commitment to their daughter's success.


Tailgate and tickets packages available
The UofL Alumni Association has a limited number of game tickets to the UofL vs. Syracuse (Nov. 14) and Rutgers (Nov. 27) games at Papa John's Cardinal Stadium. For $20, get a game ticket and $5 worth of "alumni bucks" to spend on food and drinks at the tailgate, which begins three hours before kickoff and features a rock-climbing wall, music, games, $1 drinks and $1 dogs. Purchase tickets online.

Alumni events include cooking class, theater, horse racing

	Looking for new holiday recipes? The Alumni Association's Nov. 16 cooking class focuses on party foods for the holiday season. On Nov. 22, enjoy a matinee of "A Christmas Story" with Ralphie at Actors Theatre at a discounted price. The Friday after Thanksgiving, the Alumni Association hosts its annual fall Alumni Day at the Races. Find more info on these and other November alumni events online.

New health sciences building opens

UofL opened its newest health sciences research building Oct. 12. The nearly 300,000-square-foot Clinical and Translational Research Building houses researchers who explore how to prevent, treat and cure diseases that affect people worldwide. Located at the corner of South Hancock and East Muhammad Ali Boulevard, the building is the largest construction project to be completed in Louisville this year.


UofL certified as good neighbor
Earlier this year UofL learned its outreach efforts had earned it a place on the Carnegie Foundation's top "community engagement" schools list. Now the "Saviors of Our Cities: A Survey of Best College and University Civic Partnerships," a new study from the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities, recognizes our collaborations with community leaders to improve the area.


WHAS Crusade grants help UofL help children
Children with special needs will benefit from more than $500,000 in grants UofL is receiving this year from the WHAS Crusade for Children. They will support several programs focused on helping kids. Since the WHAS Crusade for Children began in 1954, it has awarded UofL more than $18 million.

Scholar House turns one

	Oct. 6 marked the first anniversary of the Gladys and Lewis "Sonny" Bass Louisville Scholar House Campus at UofL. The $13.8 million facility provides affordable apartments, education and childcare for low-income, single-parent families working on college degrees. Scholar House is at full capacity.

Red goes green

UofL has tied with Berea College as Kentucky's top "green" school in a ranking of eco-friendly practices. The Sustainable Endowments Institute list included more than 330 schools in the United States and Canada. In other eco-news at UofL, students Anna Roeder and Katy Hartman are taking UofL's first green residence hall room for a test drive to determine what works and what doesn't in sustainable housing.


Dental School renovation begins
An Oct. 9 groundbreaking signaled the beginning of a two-year renovation project at the UofL School of Dentistry. The project will add more than 20,000 square feet and renovate another 200,000 square feet, plus improve infrastructure, equipment and clinical education support.


Homecoming T-shirts on sale
Have you purchased the official Homecoming 2009 long-sleeved T-shirt yet? It's not too late! Get shirts online for just $10 (no XL or 2XL left) at UofLAlumniStore.com or for $5 per person by going to the Alumni Office, second floor of the University Club. Did you attend Homecoming 2009 events? See if you were captured on film. Check out the Homecoming photo sets at UofL Today.

Men's basketball kicks off with doubleheader

	UofL opens its men's basketball season Nov. 17 against Arkansas in the Hall of Fame Showcase at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. The doubleheader, televised by ESPN2, also will include Memphis facing Kansas in the second game. Purchase tickets from the UofL Ticket Office at 502-852-5151 or 800-633-7105.


Men's soccer clinches Big East Red Division title
Men's soccer defeated host Villanova 5-0 on Oct. 31 to secure its place atop the Big East Conference Red Division. The Cards set a new school record for wins and earned their first conference regular season title in program history.

Upcoming Events

Find a listing of campus events and Alumni Association events.

Nov. 5, noon
"Once Upon a Village," University Club, Belknap Campus. Philosophy professor Dismas Masolo discusses how President Obama's election catapulted a Kenyan village into global focus. Hosted by the College of Arts and Sciences. Tickets, $14.

Nov. 6-7
10th Annual Healthy Foods, Local Farms Conference. Belknap Campus. Whether you're a farmer, teacher or concerned eater, don't miss the latest on organic, antibiotic-free "slow food." Registration required.

Nov. 7, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
John Yarmuth to speak at College of Arts and Sciences' Saturday Academy, DuValle Education Center Cafeteria, 3610 Bohne Avenue.

Nov. 10-13
New Music Festival, School of Music. Composer Augusta Read Thomas and solo percussionist Tatsuya Nakatani are among the guest artists to perform at this annual weeklong celebration of musical innovation. Free.

Nov. 11, 9 a.m.
Tickets are gone for a free talk by U.S. Sen. John McCain, but join us for the live webcast. Sponsored by the McConnell Center.

Nov. 12, noon-1:30 p.m.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton luncheon, University Club. Johanna Miller Lewis will speak on the "Women's Emergency Committee founder Adlophine Fletcher Terry and the Little Rock School Crisis." $25.

Nov. 14, noon kickoff
UofL vs. Syracuse at Papa John's Cardinal Stadium. Join the Alumni Association's tailgate at Jim Patterson Stadium three hours before kickoff.

Nov. 16, 6-8 p.m.
UofL Alumni Cooking Class, "Party Foods for the Holiday Season." Registration required. Limited space.

Nov. 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
UofL in St. Louis--A Networking Event with Louisville Legends. Hosted by the St. Louis Alumni Club. Free. RSVP online.

Nov. 17, 5-7 p.m.
UofL Alumni Pre-game Reception in St. Louis before UofL vs. Arkansas basketball game. $10. Purchase tickets to the reception online.

Nov. 18-21
Shakespeare's "As You Like It," Thrust Theater, 8 p.m. $12 for general public; $8 for faculty, staff and students.

Nov. 20, noon -6 p.m.
Tampa Bay UofL Alumni Golf Outing, Belleview Biltmore Golf and Spa. Noon shotgun start. $75 per golfer. Register online.

Nov. 21, kickoff TBA
UofL vs. South Florida at Tampa, Fla. Join the Alumni Association's tailgate tent three hours before kickoff; $30 with full buffet and open bar. The association has a limited number of game tickets for just $36. Purchase tickets online.

Nov. 22, 2:30-4 p.m.
UofL alumni matinee performance of "A Christmas Story" at Actors Theatre. Tickets, $34. Ralphie's ardent campaign for a Red Ryder BB gun against all odds ("You'll shoot your eye out!") unfolds amid seasonal shenanigans. $34. Purchase tickets online.

Nov. 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Alumni Fall Day at the Races at Churchill Downs. Make this event a post-Thanksgiving tradition! The Alumni Association will have Millionaires Row 6 overlooking the track. $35 (includes lunch and race program.)

Nov. 27, kickoff TBA
UofL vs. Rutgers. Join the Alumni Association's tailgate at Jim Patterson Stadium three hours before kickoff.

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