Campus news

11 03 10
Area east of Miller Hall restricted while building is under construction

Construction and demolition of phase two of the Miller Hall project began Sept. 13. The demolition phase of interior building systems is progressing as planned and is scheduled to be completed by the middle of December.

The demolition phase involves the salvage, removal and separation of material into recyclable groups: metals, concrete, wood. The large recycle containers on the construction site are hauled off site and replaced on a daily basis.

11 02 10
Two at WWU need shared leave as of Nov. 2, 2010

Human Resources has updated the list of employees who are eligible to receive shared leave in accordance with RCW 41.04.650 to include only the following names:

  • Derek Attwaters
  • Maureen Marshall

Employees may donate vacation leave, accrued sick leave and personal holiday leave as long as the donations don’t cause them to fall below the minimum balances. Leave donation forms are available in e-form version.

11 02 10
Alumni Association goodie basket to be awarded tomorrow, Nov. 3

Just two opportunities remain in fall quarter to win the Alumni Association's Traveling Goodie Basket. The basket will be making the rounds tomorrow, Nov. 3, and Dec. 1.

To be eligible to win the goodie basket, send photos of your office dressed in Western gear to alumni@wwu.edu by 10 a.m. on the Goodie Basket date. Creativity is encouraged, and all Goodie Basket winners are entered in a drawing for a catered lunch.

11 02 10
Free seminar Wednesday to teach students about financing their education

Need help figuring out scholarships, FAFSA and student loans? Business students at Western Washington University are offering a free class Nov. 3 on financing education.

The class is part of a series, called 'Money Sense,' that began Oct. 6. The seminars, which are geared toward college students, include food, prizes and information on the basics of money management and other relevant financial topics.

11 02 10
Event Thursday to celebrate 100 years of women's suffrage

The Western Libraries is holding an event Thursday celebrating 100 years of women's suffrage. The event will take place from noon to 1 p.m. Nov. 4 in the skybridge in Wilson Library.

Linda Allen and Rebel Voices will be performing at the event.

This free event is sponsored by the Cold Beverage Enhancement Fund and the Western Libraries. For more information, contact Sylvia Tag.

11 02 10
Free showing of 'Inception' to take place Nov. 10 on campus

The Associated Students Productions Films, in association with Holland America/Princess Cruise Lines, are showing the psychological action film "Inception" for free at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 10, in the Performing Arts Center Concert Hall.

For more information about the event, or for disability accommodations, contact Jeremy Smith by phone at (360) 650-6130 or by e-mail at asp.films@wwu.edu.

Check out the full calendar of Associated Students events.

11 02 10
'Warhorse: Wise to Ways' art show begins Nov. 8 in VU Gallery

The Associated Students Productions Viking Union Gallery will be showing "Warhorse: Wise to Ways" from Nov. 8 to Dec. 3 in the Viking Union Gallery, located in VU Room 507.

The gallery is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. An opening reception for the exhibit is planned for 6 to 9 p.m. Nov. 9 in front of the gallery.

11 02 10
EDGE High Course at Lakewood to reopen in late November

The Associated Students' EDGE High Course will reopen in late November after being closed for three months for renovations.

The course, located at the off-campus Lakewood facility, has been revamped. The $16,000 spent on the project added a trapeze jump, giant swing and vertical playpen.

Many of the old high-course activities had been up for more than 20 years and needed to be replaced, said Fred Collins, EDGE coordinator.

11 01 10
City work on WTA bus stop near Haggard Hall continues this week

City of Bellingham crews will continue work replacing damaged street pavement, curbs and sidewalks at the WTA bus stop on High Street near Haggard Hall.

The repairs to the east side of High Street are anticipated to take two weeks to complete, with asphalt work completed this week, weather permitting. There could be some noise issues during the repairs.

11 01 10
Neuroscience On Tap continues tonight, Nov. 1

 
Faculty from WWU’s Behavioral Neuroscience Program and Biology and Psychology departments will gather for a neighborhood roundtable discussion, “Neuroscience on Tap: Bring Your Own Brain (BYOB),” from 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1, at Bob’s Burgers & Brew, 202 E. Holly St. in downtown Bellingham.

The event is free and open to the public.

“Stress and Your Brain,” this quarter’s topic, will be hosted by Janet Finlay, an associate professor in Western’s Psychology Department.