Sept. 28, 2009
UW-Stout will host the following events.
Sept. 30, David Barnard, professor and dean emeritus of the University of Wisconsin-Stout, will deliver a reminiscence talk from noon to 1 p.m., in the Maple and Oakwood rooms of the Memorial Student Center. Barnard, who retired from the university in 1987, will share stories from his 41 years of service to the campus and community. The Reminiscence Speaker Series, sponsored by the Stout Historical Association of the Dunn County Historical Society, features talks that illuminate the “spirit of Stout.” The event is free and open to the university and Menomonie community. Bring a lunch for an interesting hour highlighting the university’s rich history.
Oct. 2, The School of Education at University of Wisconsin-Stout will host the event Sips for Scholarships beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Memorial Student Center. The evening activities will include a silent auction, a wine and food sampling, and a dinner featuring haute cuisine. Individuals interested in attending the event are encouraged to register online at www.uwstout.edu/advancement and clicking on Sips for Scholarships or to register by telephone at 715-232-1151. Registrations are open through Monday, Sept. 21. The cost for the evening is $50 per person.
Oct. 3, UW-Stout’s homecoming parade begins at 11 a.m., at the Dunn County Recreation Park. The parade path follows Main Street to Ninth Street, then south on Ninth to Wilson Avenue. The parade then proceeds on Wilson Avenue to Third Street, ending near Johnson Fieldhouse. The football game against UW-River Falls begins at 1 p.m., at Don and Nona Williams Stadium. The 2009 Homecoming King and Queen and members of the Royalty Court will be introduced at halftime.
Oct. 6-8, UW-Stout will hold its annual career conference from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day in the Memorial Student Center.
October 30-31, UW-Stout will host the 2009 Body, Mind and Spirit Conference in the Memorial Student Center. The conference is devoted to the journey of wellness, spirituality, personal growth and natural healing. To learn more and to register, visit http://www.uwstout.edu/outreach/bms or call 715-232-2793.
