March 24, 2008 |
1. Horse Festival, Friday & Saturday
2. Pat Fenn Tree Dedicated on St. Patrick's Day
3. Food Science Seminar, Monday
4. Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences Seminar, Monday
5. GSD Awards and Initiation Program, Tuesday
6. Students Continue Dinners at Ella's, Monday & Wednesday
7. Preparing for the Job Hunt Workshop, Thursday
8. Diversity Workshop, Thursday
9. Career Planning for Women Students, March 31
10. More Scholarship Opportunities
________________________________________
1. Horse Festival, Friday & Saturday
The annual University of Arkansas Horse Festival is scheduled for March 28 & 29. Friday's events include demonstrations by Austin Anderson of the Texas Trick Riders, a one hour cutting horse demonstration by professional clinician Darrel Wiese of Oklahoma, and a demonstration by competitor Frank DePriest. Friday evening clinics start at 7 p.m.
On Saturday the festival will be open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. An armband will get you in the gate and will give you access to the outdoor arena exhibitions, pavilion demonstrations, 'Meet the Breeds', vendor booths, concessions and other outdoor fun. Two shows will be held in the indoor arena at 1:00 and 4:30, tickets will be available at arena the door.
The One Arm Bandit Gang will return with buffalo this year, which he will be herding onto the top of his trailer. Austin Anderson and the Texas Trick Riders will perform in both shows as well. In addition to our headlining acts, you can see mounted drill teams, mounted shooting, reining and barrel racing demonstrations, jousting and medieval games, draft horses and carriages, miniature horses and a trained zebra, dancing horses, a unicorn, traditional costumes, clinicians, a stage coach and more. For more information, schedule and prices see www.horsefestival.org.
_________________________________________
2. Pat Fenn Tree Dedicated on St. Patrick's Day
 |
|
| Pat Fenn memorial tree planting at Plant Sciences Building. |
Friends, colleagues and students attended the March 17 memorial tree dedication in honor of the late Pat Fenn, professor of plant pathology. A red oak tree was planted on the east side of the Plant Sciences Building with the help of donations to his memory. Fenn had conducted extensive forest pathology research with oaks. At the base of the tree was a plaque inscribed with a quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson: "The creation of a thousand forests is in one acorn." John Clark, a fellow research associate, spoke at the ceremony. Clark collaborated often with Fenn on fruit tree diseases.
Pam Miller, who was Fenn's research technician for 13 years, helped coordinate the memorial and dedication ceremony.
"The plaque, inscription, and the beauty of the tree are the best tribute I could have hoped for," Mary Fenn said. The family held a private viewing on Saturday, March 15. Fenn died January 28, 2007, at age 59. He is survived by his wife, Mary; a son, David Fenn of Farmington; and a daughter, Elizabeth Fenn of Nevada.
_________________________________________
3. Food Science Seminar, Monday
Robin C. Anderson of the Food USDA-ARS South Plains Agricultural Research Center at Texas A&M University will present a seminar titled "Disruptive Campylobacter's Niche in the Gut; Targeting Amino Acid Catabolism" at 3:40 p.m. Monday, March 24, in Room D-2 of the FDSC building. Refreshments will be served.
_________________________________________
4. Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences Seminar, Monday
The Department of Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences seminar at 3:30 p.m. Monday, March 24, in PTSC 009, will be presented by Carlos Avila on "Characterization and Introgression of Reniform Nematode Resistance from Diploid Cottons to Upland Cotton."
_________________________________________
5. GSD Awards and Initiation Program, Tuesday
The campus community is invited to a Gamma Sigma Delta awards program and initiation ceremony at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 25, in the Hembree Auditorium of the AFLS Building. The afternoon ceremony replaces the evening banquet that the chapter has sponsored in recent years. The awards are presented to GSD faculty members who have made outstanding contributions to their respective fields of teaching, research or extension programs in the previous five years. The winners for 2008 are:
Teaching Award -- Kristofor Brye, associate professor of crop, soil, and environmental sciences (applied soil physics);
Research Award -- James McD. (Mac) Stewart, University professor of crop, soil, and environmental sciences (biotechnology/cotton); and
Extension Award - Michael French, associate director-programs, Cooperative Extension Service.
Chapter Vice President Bruce Dixon is planning the event with assistance from the chapter officers and membership.
________________________________________
6. Students Continue Dinners at Ella's, Monday & Wednesday
Students in the hospitality and restaurant management program prepare and serve dinner on Mondays and Wednesdays at Ella's Restaurant in the Inn at Carnall Hall. For reservations call Nola at 575-3245 or email her at nmagee@uark.edu.
The theme for Monday, March 24, is En "Thai" Cing. Ginger Thai Salad - Fresh, crisp iceberg lettuce and julienne carrots drizzled with a Thai-style ginger dressing. Chicken and Pasta with Peanut Sauce - Served with fettuccine, fresh pineapple, pea pods, and creamy peanut sauce. Thai Fried Bananas - Topped with shredded, browned coconut, served with a thick and creamy yogurt; garnished with lime slice.
Wednesday, March 26, "A Night in Mexico." Mexican Tortilla Soup..Chicken enchiladas garnished with Pico de Gallo. Mexican Rice and Refried Beans..Panna Cotta - A creamy custard garnished with fresh fruit (this dessert might change).
__________________________________________
7. Preparing for the Job Hunt Workshop, Thursday
A workshop on "Preparing for the Job Hunt" will be provided by the Bumpers College Academic Enhancement Program on Thursday, March 27, 12:30-1:20 p.m., in the Carroll and Sue Walls Classroom, HOEC 106.
_________________________________________
8. Diversity Workshop, Thursday
The UA Career Development Center will present a workshop at 2 p.m., March 27, in AU 507 on Diversity in the Workplace intended to help students increase their knowledge of the meaning of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and to articulate the advantages and challenges of working in a diverse environment. http://career.uark.edu/students/reg/2008/diversity_in_workplace.asp
__________________________________________
9. Career Planning for Women Students, March 31
A workshop for women students, What it Takes: Pursuing Your Passion, Planning Your Success, will be presented March 31 at the University House by Elise Mitchell, of Mitchell Communications Group, Fayetteville. The workshop will explore workplace challenges facing women today, success strategies that can help you overcome those challenges and what things must be a part of your own personal plan for success. http://career.uark.edu/students/reg/2008/what_it_takes.asp
__________________________________________
10. More Scholarship Opportunities
Did you know that as a potential or current University of Arkansas student you may be eligible for scholarships through the University and other affiliated agencies? Be sure to review the Separate Applications at http://bumperscollege.uark.edu/39.htm and the Office of Academic Scholarships Website at http://scholarships.uark.edu/index.php/home/default for more information. These scholarships require separate applications, and the Bumpers Scholarship Application does NOT make you eligible for these awards. Deadlines range from February 1, 2008, through April 15, 2008. Many of these awards have little competition because students overlook their availability, so it is to your advantage to apply.
__________________________________________
See other upcoming events online at Calendar of Events.
Submit Calendar items to dedmark@uark.edu.
_______________________
AAES and Bumpers College Web sites:
http://aaes.uark.edu/
http://bumperscollege.uark.edu/