Author examines Cesar Chavez’ philosophy of nonviolence
Center for Mexican American Studies presents 'Si Se Puede – Vivir en Paz' on Wednesday

Author Jose-Antonio Orosco, a philosophy professor at Oregon State University, will discuss his book, César Chávez and the Common Sense of Nonviolence, on Wednesday, as part of a public program sponsored by OLLU’s Center for Mexican American Studies and Research. The presentation, “Si se Puede – Vivir en Paz: César Chávez and the Common Sense of Nonviolence,” will examine Chavez' unique philosophy that was often overlooked by the philosophies of other leaders of his time, including Martin Luther King, Jr. and Gandhi.

Join the event and learn more about the farm worker advocate whose birthday will be remembered on March 31. The citywide march in his honor, the 13th Annual San Antonio Cesar E. Chavez March for Justice, will be on March 28.

Orosco’s book is available in the OLLU Bookstore for $24.95. Read more online about the “Si Se Puede – Vivir en Paz” event at OLLU.

Photo: Courtesy of the Cesar E. Chavez Foundation.

Thanks to the leadership of Dr. Abby Gray and the Center for Women in Church and Society and partnering with Institutional Advancement staff, OLLU has been treated to a rich observance of Women’s History Month featuring prominent speakers, panel discussions, healthy luncheons, our first Women’s Center 5K, and Lenten Series dinners. The observance provided a top-notch program to build and strengthen relationships with a broad range of important businesses including McCombs Automotive, H-E-B, Broadway Bank, Silver Eagle Distributors and Conceptual MindWorks as CEOs and top executives visit our campus.

I am looking forward to welcoming Marsha McCombs Shields who will be the featured speaker at 5:30 p.m. today in the Elliott House. She will talk on the challenges of following in the giant footsteps of her father in leading one of the largest automotive enterprises in America as well as serving as President of McCombs Foundation that supports 300 charitable organizations across San Antonio and South Texas.  I hope that you will join me there for a full house welcoming of Marsha.

The Learning from Leaders Distinguished Lecture Series has resulted in 100 guest lectures from CEO’s and corporate executives, entrepreneurs, non-profit heads and elected officials over the past five years. This has been reinforced by the many faculty who have scheduled guest speakers. Inviting business and community leaders to speak on campus is a highly effective way to introduce them to OLLU and a useful step in cultivating and sustaining relationships that can culminate in internships, scholarships and other gifts.

Here’s What You Can Do: Interested in scheduling a business or civic leader to speak to one of your classes or a student organization? Contact Jim Eskin and the Institutional Advancement staff, and they will be glad to suggest and recruit a speaker who would be a good fit for your class or audience.

I’m pleased to report that J. Kim McNutt, dean of sponsored projects and extended learning at California State University-Maritime Academy in Vallejo, Calif., has accepted the position of assistant vice president for continued learning in the Academic Affairs Division. Prior to joining Cal Maritime, he served as director of the Center for Professional Development at the Fulton School of Engineering at Arizona State University; director of Graduate Distance Education at SMU; and manager of Distance Education / Communications at New Mexico State. Kim earned a Master of Arts from SMU and a Bachelor of Arts from New Mexico State University. His start date will be announced shortly.
 
In order to better serve our prospective and current students, I am today announcing the reorganization of several areas involving the Registrar’s Office and both Houston Weekend College and San Antonio Weekend College. By moving current employees to new reporting lines, we will better integrate support for all employees in accomplishing their goals.

Effective immediately, the Registrar’s Office, led by Norma Anderson, will move from the Enrollment Management Division to the Academic Affairs Division.  Thus the Registrar will be better positioned to support the academic needs of students and to work collaboratively with deans and faculty to support degree programs.

Recruiting personnel and functions related to both Houston and San Antonio Weekend College will report to the Enrollment Management Division. Those reporting lines include, for San Antonio: Edward Lerma, admissions counselor, Roxanne Sanchez, admissions counselor, Charles Puente, admissions counselor, and an admission processor position, currently vacant; and for Houston: Susana Zambrano, admissions counselor, Irma Garcia, admissions counselor, Patsy Williams, admissions processor, and Thelma Martinez, financial aid counselor.            
Administrative, student advising, and military relations functions related to both Houston and San Antonio Weekend College will report to the new assistant vice president of continued learning in the Academic Affairs Division, Kim McNutt. Those reporting lines include, for San Antonio: Esme Nandin, interim director, Olga Castro, administrative secretary, Robert Davis, admissions counselor, and Homer De La Garza, military relations; and for Houston: Janie Handler, director, Wantrice McClain, administrative assistant, Carol Muscente, admissions counselor, Deidre Hayes-Cootz, admissions counselor, and Cynthia Gonzalez, student accounts representative.
 
I want to thank each of these employees for the important work they do. Through this reorganization plan, I see improved support for staff in order to assist their efforts as we increase enrollment and better serve our continuing students. I also would like to note that Dean Bob Bisking of our School of Business and Leadership has worked tirelessly during this time in an interim role leading both Weekend College areas and has been actively involved in managing for this organizational transition.

Everyone is always welcome to submit e-Comments to me to help us improve.

Annual Moody lecture scheduled today at 3:45 p.m.
Hear UIW's Professor Mitchell speak on design for the theater

Every year, OLLU and the University of the Incarnate Word each name a Moody Professor and the professors lecture on each campus. This year's UIW Moody Professor is Margaret Mitchell, professor of theatre arts and a costume designer. She will speak about designing for the theater. Read more online.

Women’s History Month celebration continues today with Marsha McCombs Shields
Daughter of Red McCombs to discuss 'On the Shoulders and in the Shadows of Giants'

Marsha McCombs Shields is the featured speaker during OLLU's Women’s History Month celebration, “Women Taking the Lead to Save Our Planet," and will speak at 5:30 p.m. today in the Elliott House (Center for Women).

Shields, daughter of Red McCombs, discusses how to define both yourself and your brand, and offers key insights into the unique challenges and opportunities that a family owned and operated business creates. A presentation not to be missed, “On the Shoulders and in the Shadows of Giants: How to Define Who You Are and Who You Are Not in Business and in Life” delivers a frank and honest assessment of what happens when a female liberal arts major takes the reins as “dealer principal” in the male dominated automotive industry.

The event is free and open to everyone. This event is brought to you by the Center for Women in Church and Society and Office of Mission and Ministry at Our Lady of the Lake University. For more information, contact the Center at 210-434-6711, ext. 2163.


Free tickets available for Tuesday’s ‘Evening with Ken Burns’
Influential documentary maker to speak about latest project on parks

Tickets to see noted documentary maker Ken Burns on Tuesday will be available on a first-come, first-served basis in the Campus Activities Office in the University Wellness and Activities Center (UWAC). Filmmakers Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan will preview their new documentary, The National Parks: America’s Best Idea.

Pick up tickets between 9 a.m.-6 p.m. today and Tuesday. "An Evening with Ken Burns" begins at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Lila Cockrell Theater on 200 East Market Street.


‘LIT: The Fire Inside Us” explores aftermath of last year’s fire
2009 literary festival features diverse lineup of authors and playwrights

OLLU’s Annual Literary Festival, titled “LIT: The Fire Inside Us,” takes place March 30-April 5, 2009.

“We chose this year’s theme as a way to encourage our participants to discover how the May 6 fire that devastated our Main Building last year helped us all to come together as a community,” said Nan Cuba, OLLU assistant professor of English and festival coordinator. “The fire outside lit the fire inside of us.”

Events during the festival, include:

• On the evening of April 1, festival headliner Janet Burroway will read from her collections. Burroway is the author of eight novels, plays, poetry, essays, texts for dance and children’s books. On April 2, Burroway will lecture on metaphor and symbol.
• Other festival headliner Stephanie Elizondo Griest will meet with Mujeres Writing Group on April 2, as well as participate in High School Day on April 3.  The third annual day for high schoolers will feature literary presentations and an opportunity for students to tour the campus and receive admissions information. Kicking off the day will be “The Line in the Sand: Stories from the U.S. Mexico Border,” presented by OLLU’s Campus Ministry and José Rúben De León. This dramatic reading about Mexican immigrants crossing the border is part of Catholic Relief Services’ drama project.
• Two plays will conclude this year’s festival: “House on Mango Street,” adaptation by Amy Ludwig and “Fool for Love” by Sam Shepard .
  House on Mango Street, performed on April 4, is based on the well-known book by Sandra Cisneros. It is being directed by OLLU’s Gregory Hinojosa and produced by Gypsy Pantoja and Victor Treviño. General admission is $10; seniors/military, $8; students (non-OLLU), $5; free for OLLU students with identification. Children younger than 12, free. Read a review of the play.  
  From April 2-4, the 24th Street Players will present the Shepard play by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc. The play stars OLLU senior drama majors, Juan Calderón, Michael Garcia, Shannon O’Dowd and Jessica N. Ramirez. Director is Pantoja and producer is Treviño. It has strong language and some violence, and children younger than 16 years old will not be admitted. General admission is $8; seniors/military, $6; non-OLLU students, $5; free for OLLU students with identification.

The 2009 Literary Festival is funded in part by Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the OLLU Strategic Grant Initiative. Janet Burroway’s appearance has been made possible in part with funding from The Russell Hill Rogers Fund for the Arts. Events are free and open to the public, unless otherwise indicated.   
Visit Annual Literary Festival for details on times and locations for all events.

Photos: Festival co-headliner Stephanie Elizondo Griest will talk about her latest publication, Mexican Enough: My Life Between the Borderlines.

Anime convention at OLLU draws almost 1,500 participants
Saturday's on-campus event celebrated Japanese animation, culture

About 1,500 participants attended Saturday's Mizuumi-con Anime Convention at OLLU for fans of Japanese animation and culture. The event celebrated all things anime with video game competitions, workshops and appearances from voice actors of popular anime characters.

See a slideshow from the successful event.

Across the campus on Saturday, the mostly high school and college-aged attendees could be seen, many dressed as their favorite anime series character. Representatives from OLLU's Admissions Office were on hand to meet with convention attendees.

This is the second time OLLU has hosted the anime convention, together with San Japan, an organization that promotes Japanese cultural awareness in San Antonio. Attendance nearly doubled from the last convention held in 2007. Proceeds from the event, after expenses, will be donated to the OLLU Mizuumi Anime Club and the Congregation of Divine Providence, the order who founded OLLU.

Photo: Many participants at Saturday's Mizuumi-con dressed as their favorite anime characters. (Click on the image to view a slideshow.)

Entrepreneur, cardiologist to speak on Tuesday, Thursday
Series brings leaders to campus for lectures

The Learning from Leaders Distinguished Lecture Series, now in its fifth year, gives OLLU students an opportunity to meet local business and civic leaders, learn how they run organizations and respond to leadership challenges. Business and civic leaders visit during the semester to speak, in conjunction with the "Human Resource Management" class taught by Hamid Khan, PhD, associate professor of management.

This week, Jacob Garza, a successful entrepreneur, who just relocated here from Dallas, will speak at 12:50 to 2:05 p.m. on Tuesday in Moye 106. Read more about his background. Dr. Fernando Lopez, cardiologist for Alamo Heart Associates, will speak at 12:50 to 2:05 p.m. on Thursday in Moye 304. Read more about his background. The University community is invited to attend the lectures. RSVP to Alex Garcia at amgarcia08@lake.ollusa.edu or 431-3955. See the spring schedule of speakers.

Epsilon Sigma Alpha hosts basketball tournament
Event to support St. Jude’s Children’s Research

Epsilon Sigma Alpha, a recognized service sorority here on campus, will be having their 7th annual basketball tournament benefiting St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital on March 28 in the UWAC gym. Sisters of ESA are selling raffle tickets for $2 for prizes that include SeaWorld Passes, San Antonio Zoo passes, IMAX passes, a Dave and Buster Gift Card and many more. Anyone interested in submitting a team to compete please contact Ashley Pachecano at aapachecano@lake.ollusa.edu. Winners of the tournament will receive a trophy and championship T-shirts. It's no cost to students with an OLLU ID to come out and cheer on their favorite team.

University Honors program accepting applications
Deadline for application materials is May 1

Current freshman and sophomore students may apply for the OLLU University Honors Program if they meet the following requirements:

• 3.25 GPA after completion of one semester at OLLU
• Two letters of recommendation from OLLU faculty members
• Completion of application and writing sample
• Interview with Honors Program Director and/or faculty

Deadline for materials: May 1, 2009. Contact Dr. John Nira for more information at honors@lake.ollusa.edu or ext. 2254.

Apply for 'Frame My Future' scholarship by March 31

Church Hill Classics, an OLLU vendor, is awarding $5,000 to five students and diploma frames to 24 students nationwide for a "Frame My Future" Scholarship. Get details online at: www.framemyfuture.com.

How to enter: Use an 8.5” x 11” piece of paper to create and share what you want to achieve in your personal and professional life after college. Create a photograph, essay, collage, drawing, painting, or any “creation.” Use the paper in any way you desire to communicate: “This is how I ‘Frame My Future.’”

The University with the most entries will win $1,000 paid directly to the University.

School of Business and Leadership holds mandatory advising today and March 30

The School of Business and Leadership will hold Mandatory Undergraduate Advising Days for fall registration from 1-5 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. - noon Monday, March 30 in Moye Basement. No appointment necessary.

Student Employment Week celebration on April 6-8
Activities include an office decorating contest, treasure hunt

Student Employment Week, to express the Lake's appreciation to students who are working on campus, will be held April 6-9. The theme for this year's activities is "Under the Sea," and departments are encouraged to participate in an office decorating contest. The top winner will receive a pizza party.

Food and games will be ongoing for three days. A treasure chest will be hidden on campus each of these three days and the student employee who finds the hidden chest and returns it to the Student Employment Office, Walter Center, G23, will receive a special prize. In addition, door prizes will be given out to more than 100 student employees, everything from free food to movie passes to DVDs. Only student employees can participate in finding the treasure chest and the door prizes, but all students are invited to participate in the food and games in the Mall Area on these three days.

Discounted SeaWorld passes offered through Residence Life

The Office of Residence Life is offering all students, staff and faculty the opportunity to purchase SeaWorld San Antonio Fun Cards for $50 – a $10 discount off the regular price. The SeaWorld Fun Card provides unlimited admissions on regularly scheduled operating days throughout the entire 2009 season. At least 50 passes will need to be purchased in order for OLLU to receive this discount, so those who are interested should contact Mark Center, director of Residence Life, at  ext. 4149 or mrcenter@lake.ollusa.edu. The Fun Cards should arrive by the first week of April, so everyone is encouraged to reply quickly. Once they arrive, payment arrangements may be made through Residence Life.

Saints upcoming competitions:

Golf: March 30-31, Brady Viertel will compete in the Northwood University tournament a the Thorntree Country Club in De Soto, Texas.

Tennis: March 31: The men’s tennis team will compete in the St. Mary’s University tournament.

Palacios shoots 150 in Texas Lutheran University tournament
Adam Palacios shot a 76 in the first round and a 74 in the final round at the Texas Lutheran University tournament in Fort Worth last Monday and Tuesday. He finished in 39th place out of a slate of 78 players from Oklahoma Baptist University, Oklahoma City University, Texas Wesleyan University, University of Mobile, Northwood University, Grand View College, Southwestern University, Southern Methodist University, University of Texas at Brownsville, Texas Christian University and William Woods University. Get results online.

Women’s tennis team beats Texas Lutheran University 8-1
The women’s tennis team, consisting of Thea Lonewolf, Audrey Alba, Michelle Reyes, Monse Sierra, Martina Duran and Angie Solis, beat the squad from Texas Lutheran University in singles and doubles. The men’s team lost 1-8. Get results online.    

Saints sponsor second annual golf tournament
Those interested in participating in the tournament on May 22 should visit the Web site for additional information.  

Athletic complex lighting fundraiser
Soccer players raising funds through April

The OLLU Saints soccer teams are raising funds to purchase lighting for the outdoor athletic complex on campus. All players are selling raffle tickets for $100 each through April 1. Prizes for winners include $7,500 for first place, $5,000 for second place and $2,500 for third place. Participants need not be present on the drawing date of April 1, 2009, to win. Contact any of the women’s soccer athletes or men’s soccer athletes to purchase tickets. Tickets purchased are tax deductible. For additional information, contact Coach Shane Hurley at ext. 2787 or dshurley@lake.ollusa.edu.

For more information on the Saints, contact Patty Constantin at ext. 2373 or plconstantin@lake.ollusa.edu or visit the Athletics home page.

SIFE 'World Economic and Small Business Fair' combined business, culture

OLLU's chapter of Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) presented the World Economic and Small Business Fair from 1-5 p.m. on Sunday in the Mall Area. The event included booths where small businesses could sell products and a stage offered live music and dancing from different cultures.

Performers included Reecluse, a local rock band of young musicians; folklorico dancers from OLLU and young dancers who performed Indian dances.

Photos: At right, the rock band, Reecluse, had the crowd cheering and singing on Sunday during SIFE's World Economic and Small Business Fair.

At left, young dancers entertain the crowd in the Mall Area.


Women's History Month speaker shares history and culture of H-E-B

Kate Rogers, director of communication and culture at H-E-B and founder of the H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards, spoke last Wednesday in the Elliott House about the history of H-E-B., including H-E-B founder Florence Butt, who began C.C. Butt Grocery Store with an initial investment of $60. Today, H-E-B is one of the largest independently owned food retailers in the U.S.

Rogers shared interesting and little known facts about the company, including that they operate 32 stories in Mexico, with the most recent opening in Piedras Negras. She also said that the company designs each store to meet the needs of its neighborhood and no two stores are the same. Rogers has been with H-E-B for more than 11 years, having also served as director of public affairs and director of advertising.

Photos: At right, Rogers speaks last Wednesday as part of Women's History Month at OLLU. At left, Rogers (middle) poses with Marolyn Stubblefield (left), who teaches managerial communications at OLLU, and (right) Abigail Gray, PhD, interim director of the Center for Women.

OLLU VITA Finance Team seeks 10 volunteers
OLLU's VITA site is seeking 10 volunteers for the OLLU VITA Finance Team that will assist those taxpayers who need their refund immediately and want a refund anticipation loan. The VITA site is working with Generations Federal Credit Union in San Antonio to serve these taxpayers with a no interest, no fee loan. If you can volunteer your time during tax season, contact Professor Edgar G. Zepeda at ext. 2297 or Rachel Guerra at ext. 2281. Read more online.

Apply for McNair Scholars Program by March 31
The McNair Scholars Program can help students expand their education and career opportunities as they pursue a PhD. Visit the McNair Scholars Program Web site for eligibility requirements and apply by March 31. Program benefits include financial support for the graduate school application process, paid research opportunities and more. For more information, visit the TRiO office in Worden 25 or call ext. 2590.

RSVP for Staff Appreciation Luncheon on April 9
All staff members are invited to an appreciation luncheon on April 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Chapel Auditorium. A printed invitation will be sent to all University offices. To RSVP for the event, contact Carmen Sauceda in the Admissions Office.

Departments should plan for end of University’s fiscal year on May 31
The University’s fiscal year ends on May 31, 2009. Departments should review budget needs early and plan purchases to receive all items ordered or purchased by May 29, 2009. Invoices must have a May date and be delivered to Accounts Payable by June 12, 2009. Any invoices with a June date will be paid out of the 2010 budget.

IFCC offers folkloric, belly dance lessons
OLLU's International Folk Culture Center (IFCC) offers folkloric and belly dance lessons on Thursday evenings in March. Classes are free for OLLU students with proper ID and a $3 donation for other participants. Folkloric classes take place at 5 p.m. Ages 5 and up are welcome. Belly dancing, or Middle Eastern dancing, will be taught at 6 p.m. Participants in the belly dancing classes should bring a shawl to practice. For more information, contact the IFCC at 431-3922.

Important announcements from Financial Aid

• FALL FAFSA ASAP: Students wishing to receive Financial Aid for the fall semester of 2009 should submit their 2009/2010 FAFSA online as soon as possible. You will need your 2008 tax information, and possibly your parent’s 2008 tax information to complete the FAFSA online. The Financial Aid Office has a priority deadline of May 1 to have all of your financial aid paperwork complete to ensure your aid will be available at the start of the fall 2009 semester.
• Add/Drop of Classes: The Financial Aid Office would like to encourage you to visit with us before dropping any class, or withdrawing from school. Any changes to your class schedule could cancel your financial aid and we would like to counsel you on your options if you choose to drop a class or withdraw.
• Credit Balance Refunds: Students should check their OLLU E-commerce account to see if a check has been issued.

OLLU's VITA site now open for income tax assistance
OLLU's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site is open and available for free income tax help. Call for an appointment at 210-431-4171. Walk-ins welcome on Saturdays only. Read more online.

Club aerobics and pool schedules
February is Heart Healthy Month. Get moving and pump your heart with movement, music, and fun! Download the club aerobics schedule. Contact Campus Recreation for more information.

Ongoing: OLLU Lions Club selling Fiesta parade tickets
The OLLU Lions Club is selling tickets to the Battle of Flowers Parade on April 24 and the Fiesta Flambeau on April 25. Battle of Flowers seats, which are on the third and fourth rows, are located in the 1200 block of Broadway on the west side of the street. Tickets are $5 each. Flambeau parade seats, which are on the third and fourth rows, are located in the 1200 block of Broadway. Tickets are $10 each. Contact Susie Denton in the Counseling Services Office in Providence 101 or any OLLU Lions Club member.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays: Mass – 12:30 p.m. – Constantineau Chapel (Walter Center)
Mass will be held at 12:30 p.m. in the Constantineau Chapel on the second floor of Walter Center. Mass will be held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Today: Lecture by Margaret Mitchell, University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) Moody Professor - 3:45-5:15 p.m. - Library Community Room
Each year, OLLU and the University of the Incarnate Word each name a Moody Professor and the professors lecture on each campus. This year's UIW Moody Professor is Margaret Mitchell, professor of theatre arts and a costume designer. She will speak about designing for the theater. Read more online.

Wednesday: Public Program, Reception and Book Signing with José Antonio Orosco, author, César Chávez and the Common Sense of Nonviolence - 7 p.m. - Providence Hall, West Social Room
Meet the author, José Antonio Orosco, an associate professor of philosophy and director of the Peace Studies Program at Oregon State University. His book examines the non-violent philosophy of farm worker advocate and leader César Chávez. Read more at the Center for Mexican American Studies and Research Web site.

Wednesday: Education Honor Society applications due - Moye 301
The Education Honor Society, Kappa Delta Epsilon, is accepting applications for membership. Undergraduate students must be at least juniors, admitted to Teacher Education and have a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Graduate students in education must have a 3.75. The application is available outside the certification officer’s door (Moye 317). The application deadline to Jerrie Jackson, PhD, associate professor of Special Education, is Wednesday, March 25, in Moye 301. For additional information, e-mail jackj@lake.ollusa.edu.

Friday: SIFE free Microsoft PowerPoint class - 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - St. Martin Hall, Room 101
The public is invited to attend a free computer class on Friday hosted by OLLU's Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE). The class is from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and will cover Microsoft PowerPoint. Register by calling Brenda Blanco, a SIFE computer literacy trainer, at 214-478-8011. Read more online.

March 30: Faculty Workshop on Mission - 3:45 p.m. - Library Community Room
Faculty and administrators are invited to join the Office of Mission and Ministry and the Religious Studies Department for a faculty workshop on "Mission and the Disciplines: Faculty and the Curriculum." The event will feature Dr. Denise Doyle, provost of University of the Incarnate Word (UIW). Refreshments will be served.

March 30-April 5: Annual Literary Festival
Read more about this year's festival, "LIT: The Fire Inside Us," on the Literary Festival Web site.

April 4: Final performance of 'House on Mango Street' - 2 p.m. - Thiry Auditorium
The final performance of the stage adaptation of author Sandra Cisneros' groundbreaking novel, "The House on Mango Street," will take place in conjunction with the OLLU Literary Festival. For more information, contact Gypsy Pantoja at 434-6711, ext 2730.

April 5: OLLU University Chorus with Travis Park United Methodist Church Choir – 3 p.m. – Sacred Heart Chapel
Palm Sunday Sacred Music Concert in Sacred Heart Chapel. Free and open to the public.

April 8: The Financial Aid Office will be closed from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for training.

April 9: Staff Appreciation Luncheon - 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. - Chapel Auditorium

April 18: Tamale Fest at the Lake - Noon-8 p.m. - In front of University Wellness and Activities Center (UWAC)
Read more about Tamale Fest on the OLLU Web site.

April 20: Workshop on Tenure, Promotion and Post Tenure Review - 3:45-5:15 p.m. - Providence Hall, Blue Room
All are invited. Particular focus on faculty who are pretenure in early years as much as those who are coming up soon.