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Scholarly Forum abstract deadline is Jan. 15

Categories: Announcements

This is a reminder that the submission deadline for the 2012 Scholarly Forum is Jan. 15. To review the submission guidelines and to complete the online form please visit graduateschool.und.edu. The 2012 Scholarly Forum is Feb. 27-28.

Join the new faculty writing group

Categories: Announcements

Need some motivation to crank out those writing projects? How about a weekly deadline and feedback from a helpful group of colleagues? Join a group of four faculty who meet weekly for 45 minutes to respond to each other’s writing. Each group member brings no more than two double-spaced pages to share, and everyone gets […]

Beginner's running group meets Jan. 15

Categories: Events

Never ran a step? This group is for you. You’ve tried running, but get too winded? This group is for you. You’re a runner already? This group is for you. An introductory meeting for the Beginner’s Running Group is Sunday, Jan. 15, at 2 p.m. in 258 Hughes Fine Arts Center. For more information go […]

Beginner’s running group meets Jan. 15

Categories: Events

Never ran a step? This group is for you. You’ve tried running, but get too winded? This group is for you. You’re a runner already? This group is for you. An introductory meeting for the Beginner’s Running Group is Sunday, Jan. 15, at 2 p.m. in 258 Hughes Fine Arts Center. For more information go […]

Kopplin to present seminar on intellectual property basics

Categories: Events

Tara Kopplin, licensing assistant, Intellectual Property Commercialization and Economic Development Office at UND, will present a seminar titled “Intellectual Property Basics” in the Biology Department on Friday, Jan. 13,  beginning at noon in 141 Starcher Hall. The Office of Intellectual Property Commercialization and Economic Development (IPCED) is responsible for protection and commercialization of University research […]

Family music classes offered by UND Community Music Program

Categories: Announcements

The UND Community Music Program is offering family music classes titled “Music & Me” on campus during the spring semester. The classes will be taught by Jessica Knight, and are available for children ages birth-five years old and their caregivers.  The classes will last 30 minutes, and the entire family will learn lap songs, fingerplays, […]

Community music program offers voice lessons

Categories: Announcements

The UND Community Music Program offers voice lessons taught by an experienced teacher for children (third grade and up) and adults at all levels. The lessons take place in Hughes Fine Arts Center and are scheduled at the convenience of the teacher and student. For more information please call 777-2820.

Library of Health Sciences lists hours

Categories: Announcements

Library of Health Sciences hours for Jan. 9 – 16 follow. Monday, Jan. 9, – Thursday, Jan. 12, 7:30 a.m. to midnight Friday, Jan. 13, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15, 1 to 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 16 (Martin Luther King holiday), 10 a.m. to midnight Regular spring semester hours resume Jan. […]

31 Days of Glory winners announced

Categories: Bulletin Board

Congrats to the 31 Days of Glory winners for 2011! Dec 28: Elizabeth Becker Dec 27: Matt Ritter Dec 26: Macie Riedy Dec 25: Lacey Johnson Dec 24: Cara Halgren Dec 23: John Kellebrew Dec 22: Renae Tholkes Dec 21: Lannie Hallin Dec 20: Darryle Hendrickson Dec 19: Jan Stone Dec 18: Lisa Heher Dec […]

Alice in Wonderland Ballet is Jan. 20-22

Categories: Events

The North Dakota Ballet Company will present Alice in Wonderland Jan. 20 – 22 at the Empire Arts Center.  Performances are Friday at  p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and  7 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. This glorious romantic comedy is full of color, joy, and life. Join us as we tell the beloved tale […]

OLLI@UND winter catalog is now online

Categories: Announcements

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of North Dakota (OLLI@UND) winter catalog is now online at http://olli.und.edu/docs/OLLI_GF_BIS_WinterCatalog_2012.pdf. The social and course preview for the winter semester will be held Tuesday, Jan. 10, at Parkwood Place (749 30th St. S., Grand Forks) from 4-5:30 p.m. Enjoy refreshments sponsored by Rhombus Guys, visit with the […]

A new year, a healthier you in 2012

Categories: Announcements, Events

Faculty and staff are invited to use the Wellness Center for free through Sunday, Jan. 8.  You will need to register at the Welcome Desk. Membership is 25 percent off semester & annual memberships for University associates/affiliates and those they sponsor. Deadline to purchase is Jan. 15.  Payroll deduction is an option for payment. If […]

Christus Rex will hold Advent Festival Dec. 11

Categories: Events

Christus Rex will hold an Advent Festival Sunday, Dec. 11, beginning with candlelight worship at 6 p.m. and followed by supper and festivities at 7 p.m. Come join us in celebration! –The Community of Christus Rex, 3012 University Ave.

UND 24/7 photography contest winners announced

Categories: Announcements

Congratulations to the following students who are winners of the UND 24/7 photography contest sponsored by the Graphics and Photography Society, a student organization in the Department of Technology. Andrew DeShaw—1st Place Clint Larson—2nd Place Stepfanie Thompson—3rd Place Photographs of the “Faces of UND” were taken on campus between Oct. 1 and Dec. 1, 2011. […]

Upcoming U2 employee training sessions listed

Categories: Announcements

Stretch the Stress Away Sponsored by Wellness Date: December 13, 2011 Time: 12:15 PM – 12:45 PM Instructor(s): Stephanie Hoffman Location: John D. Odegard School, University of North Dakota IMPORTANT! Located in classroom at the airport. When people are stressed, their muscles become tense and relaxation is difficult. Stretching will help loosen the muscles, inducing […]