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The NCUR 2023 Executive Team

Students in traditional Hmong dress at a Hmong heritage event

NCUR 2023 Special Sessions

Thursday, April 13, 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. | Session #A

Engineering the Art of Light | Sponsored by Electronic Theatre Control | Schofield Hall, Auditorium

Light impacts every moment of our lives. Controlling artificial light to replicate these moments is what launched ETC into existence. In the mid-70s, four college friends decided they could make a lighting control console better than the one in use at the time at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In this moment, ETC’s culture of engineering for the arts was born. Now a global leader in the manufacturing of lighting and rigging technology, their products can be found in theatres, churches, restaurants, hotels, television studios, casinos, theme parks and opera houses. Come and watch as ETC shares the extraordinary engineering and science which creates beauty and elicits emotion for audiences of the performing arts. Live and learn as ETC narrates the science of creating beautiful light.

Q Fest Short Films | W. R. Davies Center - Woodland Theatre, Room 328

Q Fest is the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire's film festival. Storytelling is the beating heart of Q Fest. Each summer, the Q Fest student cohort travels to San Francisco, collectively screening hundreds of films at the Frameline Film Festival which takes place during San Francisco Pride. The students then set about the arduous and exciting task of curating a robust weeklong program that celebrates queer resistance, advocacy, activism, and education. Join us for a viewing of four of the short films selected for our campus Q fest.

Bullet Journaling | Centennial Hall, Room 1204

Are you interested in getting organized or improving your time management? Bullet journaling is one tactic that can help you do both! In this session, you’ll learn the basic concepts of bullet journaling for organizing professional or personal information. This session led by McIntyre Library's own Erin Kriener will also cover planning strategies to help you get started, structure your own highly customizable bullet journal, and organize your information in a way that works for you.

2-Year Transfer Fair | Centennial Hall, Room 2704

Thinking about your next steps after completing a two-year degree? Attend our Transfer Fair at NCUR 2023 and meet representatives from four-year schools. Learn from experts about the application process, credit transfer, financial aid, and academic programs. You will find colleges and universities that will recognize your hard work. There’s no better time to learn about four-year school opportunities!

Mayo Clinic Health System Healing Reflections Mural | Flesch Family Welcome Center

This mobile mural was organized and sponsored by Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest Wisconsin and focuses on the historic nature of 2020 and 2021. The mural pairs stories with artists to depict the challenges, we’ve faced and overcome during the COVID pandemic. Walk through at your pace to see the 17 panels of images representing stories of healing, resilience, inclusion, diversity, hope and economic hardship. Scan the QR code on the panels to read the personal and moving stories paired with the images.

Thursday, April 13, 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Session #B

Hmong Heritage Month Celebration Performance | Schofield Hall, Auditorium

This session will feature a performance by a Hmong artist which will engage the session participants in the historical and contemporary aspects of Hmong performance art. In particular, Artist Mason Her will present information on the intersections of Hmong performance art, cultural transformation, and social justice. Participants are encouraged to engage in the session through critical listening and by asking direct questions about how Hmong performance art can be a catalyst for social transformation.

SteAm Room (S.T.E.M meets Art) | Centennial Hall, Room 1204

This session features a variety of displays and artists that combine Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics with their craft. The artists will be on hand to discuss their innovative works. View their work, speak with the artists, and see how stem meets the arts in this SteAm Room.

Exhibits

An ecclectic collection of 3d printed algebraic surfaces | Dr. Silviana Amethyst
Impressions of Nature Group | Plant wave device research presented by UW-Eau Claire Students: Megan Miller, Jacob Hallett, Jack Orta, Jenny Olson and UW-Eau Claire Faculty: Jyl Kelley, Gary Don, and Mykola Haleta
Mathematical Art Gallery | Dr. James Walker and Emily Gullerud's computer generated symmetric designs.

Panel of Possibility | Centennial Hall, Room 1415

The Panel of Possibility will consist of three to five accomplished professionals, each sharing an overview of their unique innovation story. A moderator will guide with a few key questions, followed by a brief Q&A time with the audience. The goal is to inspire students to consider the diverse realm of science and research-based career paths that can lead to achievement and satisfaction.

Panelists

Moderator - Sheng Elizabeth Lor | Founder of The Social X change project: a company, platform and podcast | https://www.facebook.com/thesocialxchangeproject/
Isaac Carlson | Over 750K YouTube channel subscribers, UWEC math and entrepreneurship alum | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-IUO31UtYdHUbXspktqypQ
Adhira Sunkara | Biomedical Engineer and entrepreneur, sparking innovation and entrepreneurship in Wisconsin as the Assistant Director of WiSys | https://www.linkedin.com/in/adhirasunkara/)
Zach Halmstad | Co-founder of Jamf, co-founder at Pablo, co-founder at Speakfully UWEC music alum | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zach_Halmstad
Audrey Robinson | UWEC Director of Academic Skills Center, also led Circles of Change in various Wisconsin communities | https://www.circlesofchangeaction.org/about-us

First Generation Panel | Centennial Hall, Room 1704

Members of the panel, comprised of first-generation college students and alumni speakers, will share their experiences as first-generation students, and offer their perspectives and advice to current first-generation students. The purpose of the first-generation advocate is to promote awareness, advocacy, and mentorship in order to further support first-generation students.

Panelists

Kelly Wonder | Director, Ronald E. McNair Program | UW-Eau Claire
Jodi Thesing-Ritter | Director, Center for EDI Training, Development and Education | UW-Eau Claire
Franki Larrabee | Behavior Sciences Instructor | Liberal Arts Program Instructor | Chippewa Valley Technical College
Ava Anderson | Chippewa Valley Technical College Student
Melody Manteufel | Advising, Retention + Career Center | Career Services | UW-Eau Claire

Xcel Energy Truck | Newman Center Parking Lot (beside Hibbard Hall)

Sustainability is embedded in Xcel Energy's mission and strategy. They are retiring coal plants, adding renewables, exploring innovative technologies, and helping to electrify other sectors. Xcel Energy is driving toward powering 1.5 million electric vehicles by 2030. Stop by the Xcel Energy Truck to learn more about how you can add to this sustainability mission and explore a few electric vehicles on hand.

Working in Water | Sponsored by Fresh Water Collaborative | W. R. Davies Center - Ho Chunk, Room 320E

Are you passionate about the environment and water? Engage with a panel of professionals to learn about careers working with water. Then, stay for our open house to talk one-on-one!

Come meet the following water specialists:

Tina Pint, Vice President/Senior Hydrologist, Barr Engineering
Kris Benusa, Manager-Environmental Studies, Twin Metals Minnesota
Marissa Jablonski, Executive Director, Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin
Sarah Vitale, Assistant Professor, UW-Eau Claire
Greg Kleinheinz, Distinguished Viessmann Chair of Sustainable Technology, UW Oshkosh
Rebecca Klemme, Laboratory Manager and Water Resource Specialist
Maddie Palubicki, Project Engineering Technician, TetraTech
Brian Hennings, Managing Hydrogeologist, Ramboll

Friday, April 14, 7:30-8:30 a.m. | Session #C

EDI Make and Take Project | Centennial Hall, Room 1704

The Center for EDI Training, Development and Education is committed to increasing knowledge and understanding about issues of equity, diversity and inclusion. At this session, we will have make-and-take projects that will help participants to think about equity and how they can work for social justice on their respective campuses.

Session Leader: Jodi Thesing-Ritter | Director, Center for EDI Training, Development and Education | UW-Eau Claire

Gratitude Journals | Centennial Hall, Room 1415

Join us for a make-and-take project session where you will learn about the research associated with the impact of gratitude journaling as a mechanism to improve mental health. In this session, participants will also get to make their own journals and begin the practice of journaling about gratitude.

Mindfulness/Meditation/Yoga | McIntyre Library - Library Breezeway, Room 2022

Start your day by clearing your head. Join us in the morning for some light meditation and yoga. Before you begin your long day of research and camaraderie, take a moment to focus on the connection between mind, body, and breath and being in the moment. Local instructor, Ashleigh Kroschel will lead this session.

Imposter Syndrome | Centennial Hall, Room 1204

Whether you are a first-year in a seminar class, or a transfer student in a 300-level course, or presenting research at your first conference, we have all experienced the feelings of self-doubt and personal incompetence that persist despite your education, experience, and accomplishments known as imposter syndrome. This session addresses this common feeling and how to overcome this misperception.

Panelists

Jasmine Case | First-Year Experience + Service Learning | UW-Eau Claire
Mary Beth Leibham | Professor, Psychology | UW-Eau Claire
Miranda Ricci | Graduate| McNair Scholar| First Gen |Transfer Student | UW-Eau Claire
Kallie Adell Friede | Director, Gender and Sexuality Resource Center | UW-Eau Claire

Xcel Energy Truck | Newman Center Parking Lot (Next to Hibbard Hall)

Sustainability is embedded in Xcel Energy's mission and strategy. They are retiring coal plants, adding renewables, exploring innovative technologies, and helping to electrify other sectors. Xcel Energy is driving toward powering 1.5 million Electric Vehicles by 2030. Stop by the Xcel Energy Truck to learn more about how you can add to this sustainability mission and explore a few electric vehicles on hand.

Friday, April 14, 12-1 p.m. | Session #D

Mayo Clinic Heath System Healing Reflections | Flesch Family Welcome Center

This mobile mural organized and sponsored by Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest Wisconsin focuses on the historic nature of 2020 and 2021. The mural pairs stories with artists to depict the challenges we’ve faced and overcome during the COVID pandemic. Walk through at your pace to see the 17 panels of images representing stories of healing, resilience, inclusion, diversity, hope and economic hardship. Scan the QR code on the panels to read the personal and moving stories paired with the images.

Practicing Anti-Racism Today: Challenging Systems and Each Other | Centennial Hall, Room 1804

Amidst constant cultural shifts, political volatility, and powerful movements for and against social change, practicing anti-racism effectively in higher education presents a difficult challenge. Hear the perspectives of research practitioners, department chairs, scholars, and student activists to explore their work advancing anti-racist work amidst COVID-19, the George Floyd Demonstrations, and other unique moments that pushed them to make change.

Roundtable Participants

Moderator - Anthony Wallace | Student Services Coordinator in Multicultural Student Services at the UW-Eau Claire
Dr. David Shih, Professor of English at the UW-Eau Claire
Dr. Heather Ann Moody, Chair of American Indian Studies, and Associate Professor at the UW-Eau Claire
Liliana LaValle, Assistant Professor, and Digital Learning and Instruction Librarian in McIntyre Library at the UW-Eau Claire
Rosa Gómez, Student Equity Director in Equity in Student Matters at the UW-Eau Claire

Ndani – Eau Claire Film Showing | W. R. Davies Center - Woodland Theatre, Room 328

Join us for a showing of "Ndani Eau-Claire," a documentary that shares the experiences of three African students living in the Chippewa Valley while studying at UW-EC. Kehinde Olu Famule, who graduated from UW-Eau Claire in May, filmed "Ndani Eau-Claire" while he was still a student. "Ndani Eau-Claire" — which means "Inside Eau-Claire" in Swahili — centers around three Blugolds, shining a light on the lives of a small group of African college students who live in the Chippewa Valley. "The story includes themes of activism, Black experience, the impact of COVID-19, personal growth, police brutality and community." Famule will be available for a question-and-answer session after the showing.

Quick Pitch Tutorial | Centennial Hall, Room 1204

WiSys Quick Pitch training conducted during the special session will start with a brief presentation highlighting best practices for communicating research to a wider audience. Participants will then be given 10 minutes to craft their 3-minute research pitch to a panel of mentors. The mentors will provide feedback to the participants based on their oral presentations.

2-Year Transfer Fair | Centennial Hall, Room 2704

Mayo Clinic Health System and UWEC: A Marriage of Innovation | Centennial Hall, Room 1415

Mayo Clinic Health System and UW-Eau Claire are creating an innovation hub focused on excellence in community health care research in Northwest Wisconsin. This powerful collaboration — one of only three in the nation — allows us to discover solutions that will benefit patients in the region, state, country and around the world. Our combined expertise is preparing the next generation of medical pioneers to improve lives wherever they may go. Come hear the story of the courtship, wedding and future of this marriage of innovation.

Panelists

Dr. Andrew Calvin | Cardiologist and Mayo’s Education Committee Co-Chair
Dr. Tim Nelson | Director of the Todd and Karen Wanek Family Program for Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome at Mayo Clinic, Rochester
Dr. Mike Carney | Assistant Chancellor for Strategic Partnerships and Program Development, UW-Eau Claire
Dr. Elizabeth Glogowski | Ramsey Research Professor, Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering, UW-Eau Claire

Saturday, April 15, 7:45-8:45 a.m. | Session #E

Caffeinated Creativity | Centennial Hall, Room 1804

Let your creative juices flow! Stop by for a cup of coffee and partake in some fun writing exercises at your own pace. Create a Haiku from the Haiku Puzzle table, write a six-word memoir, permanently pen a blackout poem or craft a MadLib Postcard to send home.

Quick Pitch Tutorial | Centennial Hall, Room 1204

Sustainable Breakfast | W. R. Davies Center - 1st Floor Student Sustainability Office, Room 105

Participants will be served a simple breakfast with locally sourced ingredients. Learn to source food sustainably and eat delicious breakfast sandwiches from a small business and yogurt, coffee, tea, and apple juice. The event is free *Capacity limited to 25 people

The event is free, but separate pre-registration is required

Coffee and Round Table (EDI) | Centennial Hall, Room 1704

This round table led by UWEC Director of the Center for EDI Training, Development and Education, Jodi Thesing-Ritter will represent a diverse cross-section of citizen stakeholders whose lived experiences will promote and enable a rich and deeper understanding and dialogue on important equity, diversity and inclusion issues and opportunities in research.

First-Year Research Panel | W. R. Davies Center - Ho-Chunk, Room 320E

The First Year College Experience in Research session consists of faculty and students in a round table discussion around the issues as well as successes found in implementing research at the first-year level. Best practices and lessons learned will be at the heart of the discussion. Are there differences between 2-year and 4-year college first-year experiences? How can research be implemented in a variety of courses? What does research look like at the first-year level? These are just a few of the questions asked and answered.

Panelists

Wufeng Tian | Associate Professor of Mathematics | UW-Eau Claire-Barron County
Franki Larrabee | Behavior Sciences Instructor | Liberal Arts Program Instructor | Chippewa Valley Technical College
April Bleske-Rechek | Professor of Psychology | UW-Eau Claire
Lauren Wentz | Associate Professor of Biology | UW-Eau Claire – Barron County

* Where capacity is limited, seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.