Published Online                                                          November 2008

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	Nov 3-7: 9am-6pm - Native Threads: An Interactive Exhibit about our Culture, History & Leaders UA Mall Come to the UA Mall to check out this interactive exhibit about Native American culture, history and leaders.  Sponsors: Native American Student Affairs, Center for Student Involvement & Leadership
	November 3-7 - The Spy Who Hacked Me - Security Awareness Week The Information Security Office presents SECURITY AWARENESS WEEK 2008.  Arm yourself with trustworthy advice from campus experts on how to keep your data and your identity safe.  These tips will help keep the Internet villains "shaken, not stirred."  All events are free and open to the public.  This year's events will take place on the UA Mall and in locations both north and south of Speedway.  Events include both general sessions for regular end users and technical sessions for system administrators and others interested in the technical side of information security. Who should attend? *       Anyone who owns and/or uses a computer connected to the Internet *       Anyone who supports or maintains university computers and servers General Sessions *       ANTIVIRUS IS NOT ENOUGH:  Securing Home Computers *       LICENSE TO STEAL:  What Your IT Staff CAN'T Do For You *       FROM RUSSIA WITHOUT LOVE:  Identity Theft and Phishing *       SPY ANOTHER DAY:  Botnets and Spyware *       NOT FOR YOUR EYES ONLY:  Securing Wireless and Mobile Devices *       PROFILES ARE FOREVER:  Safe Surfing and Social Networking TECHNICAL SESSIONS *       THE MAN WITH THE ACTIVE DIRECTORY: Using Active Directory for Improved Security *       OCTOPOLICY: Security through Group Policy *       LOGS NEVER DIE: Log Management/Reporting and Incident Handling *       WEB-RAKER: Web Application Security *       LIVE AND LET COMPLY: Tools for Complying With UA Standards *       GOLDENTOOLS: Use of Centralized Tools on a Decentralized Campus Door prizes and giveaway items will be available at all sessions.  Stop by our tent on the Mall (Monday 10 am-1 pm; Tuesday-Wednesday 11 am-1 pm) for fun items and great information from UA security experts.  More information:  Schedule of Events: http://security.arizona.edu/files/safe08informationsheet.pdf Information Security Awareness Week Webpage - http://security.arizona.edu/SAFE08  Information Security Office - 621-8476 (UISO)
	Nov 3: 12-1pm - Native American Heritage Month Kick Off UA Mall stage Join us on the mall as we kick-off this month and celebrate the significance of Native American Heritage!  Sponsors: Native American Student Affairs, Center for Student Involvement & Leadership
	Nov 4: 11:30 - 1:00 pm - IN-HOME ELDER CARE - MAKING THE DECISION, KNOWING YOUR RESOURCES Tucson and Catalina Rooms, Student Union UA LIFE & WORK CONNECTIONS PRESENTS: November as National Family Caregiver Month, and presents an opportunity to recognize the value of "informal" or unpaid caregivers (52 million relatives, friends, neighbors) who are responsible for the health, safety and well being of older adults across the United States.  Join us for a "Lunch and Learn" panel discussion that will include a broad spectrum of information on home care issues, long term care, resources and financial assistance, presented by three "veteran" Tucson area professionals working in aging, health and caregiving services.  Comprehensive resource information about home care and related health care and caregiving services will also be available, courtesy of several Tucson area agencies and organizations that serve older adults and caregivers. Please feel free to bring your own lunch. Refreshments and cookies will be provided. Space is limited; reservations are requested on a first-come, first-serve basis by calling 626-4770 or by sending an email to Jan Sturges, Caregiving Coordinator, at sturgesj@email.arizona.edu.  Don't miss this opportunity to get valuable information quickly and conveniently. Go to http://lifework.arizona.edu/ec/ for panel profiles and to learn more about elder care services offered by UA Life & Work Connections.
	Nov 4: 1-4pm - High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Training USA room 104 The HOV training program has been modified to meet State of Arizona requirements. HOVs are defined as any full size van or Sport Utility Vehicle with seating capacity of 8-15, and full size cargo vans. Minivans and SUVs with seating capacity of less than 8 do NOT require HOV driver training or certification. All HOV drivers (faculty, staff, students, volunteers) must attend a classroom training session, AND successfully complete a behind-the-wheel road test conducted by RM&S or other authorized observer. Road tests conducted by RM&S are scheduled separately from the classroom training, and must be done by appointment. The behind-the-wheel road test takes about 30 minutes to complete. Departments may conduct the behind-the-wheel road test at their own convenience with their own staff upon prior approval and authorization by RM&S. Those interested in conducting their own behind-the-wheel road tests should contact John Murphy at 621-4551 or murphjoh@email.arizona.edu for orientation and approval. For details on these new requirements, and other important policy changes, see the new UA Fleet Safety Policy.  Classes are subject to cancellation or re-scheduling based on the number of registrations received.  To register for an HOV training session, or a behind-the-wheel road test, contact Sara Thomas at 626-1136 or sthomas@email.arizona.edu or register on-line. For questions about the training requirement and HOV policy, contact John Murphy at 621-4551 or murphjoh@email.arizona.edu.
	Nov 4: 4:30 – 6:30 pm - 2nd Annual Business/Law Lecture with Larry Wilson College of Law, Ares Auditorium, Room 164 Arizona Law cordially invites you to attend the fall line up of events open to the public. Please rsvp to Donna Ream at (520) 626-1629 or ream@law.arizona.edu.
	Nov 5: Noon - 1pm - UA Caregiver Support Group Student Union Presidio Room UA Life & Work Connections, in collaboration with Pima Health System Caregiver Education & Support Program, announces the formation of a caregiver support group meeting for a place to share our concerns and develop new coping skills. The "open-ended" support group is facilitated by a Master's level professional known in the Tucson area for her expertise in caregiving, aging and health care. Participants may attend on a regular basis or less frequently, as needed. According to Jan Sturges, Caregiving Coordinator at Life and Work Connections, Networking with other caregivers is a healthy way for them to connect with people who have similar concerns, and to share ideas for coping with the daily issues they face. Participating in a caregiver support group is a great way to refocus, re-energize and rebalance." Go to http://lifework.arizona.edu/ec/events.php for updates. For more information about the caregiver support group, or to schedule an elder care consultation, please contact Jan Sturges at 626.4770 or sturgesj@email.arizona.edu
	Nov 5: 1-3 p.m. - Staff Advisory Council meeting College of Nursing, Rm 349 Holly Alton will be with us to let us know what Cats in the Community is up to and how we can help! The Staff Advisory Council holds its general meetings the first Tuesday of each month. SAC general meetings are always open to the public. The University Community is invited to participate. Look into becoming a member of the UofA SAC & become an advocate for your fellow Wildcats!  For more information  contact President Randy Livingston
	Nov 5th:  1 - 4pm - UA Graduate School Day!   SU Ballroom It's not too late to join us for the 2008 UA Graduate School Day. Thus far we have schools representing graduate opportunities in Australia, Japan, several California schools (including Stanford, UC Berkeley and USC), Creighton University, Carnegie Mellon, Brandeis, Boston College, New York University, University of Texas, Virginia Commonwealth University, Suffolk University and Dartmouth University just to name a few. A complete list of the 70+ participating institutions (including ten departments from U of A) is available on our Web site at www.career.arizona.edu.  We hope we can include you in this outstanding event. Questions? Please call Susan Miller at 520/621-1408.
	NOV 5: 6:00-7:30 PM - LIVING HEALTHY WITH ARTHRITIS LECTURE SERIES UMC ROOM 8403 Taking Care of You, So You Can Take Care of Everything Else!   Your doctor can prescribe medications, refer you for physical therapy or recommend weight loss or a splint, but the real responsibility for effectively managing your arthritis is yours. Taking care of yourself is crucial to performing your best.  Lauve Metcalfe, MS, faculty member in the UA College of Medicine's Department of Physiology, and associate director of special projects for the Center for Physical Activity and Nutrition, will provide you with the motivation to start investing in your most important asset: you and your health! Whether your goals are professionally or personally focused, making the time and putting you on your priority list is a challenge for most people today.  Metcalfe is a professional speaker, wellness coach and organizational health consultant specializing in marketing and program development of health-related information to consumers.  Supported through the Susan and Saul Tobin Endowment for Research and Education in Rheumatology.  Free.  Seating is limited. Prior registration is requested; please call (520) 626-5040 or e-mail MichelleC@arthritis.arizona.edu. For more information, visit the Web site: www.arthritis.arizona.edu
	Nov 6: 7:30-2:30pm - Intersections 2008: Living, Working & Learning SU Ballroom The University of Arizona Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) will hold its fourth annual professional development conference, Intersections 2008: Living, Learning & Working and it will take place on Thursday, November 6, 2008 on campus at the Memorial Student Union Ballroom.  This conference is open to all employees of the University of Arizona.  Participants will gain access to useful information and resources that facilitate professional development within their current positions, and as they seek career advancement. Five 75-minute workshops will feature individuals who are experts on topics important to UA employees.  Attendees will choose two workshops that provide information and demonstrations relating to Finances, Development Plans, Effective Communication, Personal Development, and Overall Wellbeing. Intersections 2008 is scheduled from 7:30am to 2:30pm and includes a continental breakfast and a buffet luncheon.  During lunch, the CSW 2008 Vision Awards will be presented to a UA employee (or employees) nominated by the UA community at-large,  who exemplify characteristics of leadership essential to the achievement of CSW goals.  With our conference welcome by Adrian Shelton, our keynote by Robyn Austin, and our plenary session presented by Allison Vaillancourt, this conference promises to be energetic and inspiring. As a learning community, we must remain committed to the professional development of all community members.  The Intersections 2008 conference offers an effective, low-cost opportunity that benefits individuals and the institution.  It is also an excellent utilization of the 16-hour professional development leave policy that was instituted to benefit all UA personnel.  I urge all supervisors to support their classified staff’s participation in this event.  Conference participation is limited to 200.  Conference details and registration information are available online at www.csw.arizona.edu/intersections2008 .  For additional information, please contact Cynthia Malbrough at 621-1491 or the Diversity Resource Office at 626-5502.
	Nov 6: noon-1pm  - Top Ten Recommendations in Integrative Oncology from a Naturopathic Perspective UMC, 1501 N. Campbell, Room 8403 Please join the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine as Lise Alschuler, ND, FABNO, presents "Top Ten Recommendations in Integrative Oncology from a Naturopathic Perspective".  This presentation will highlight ten integrative medicine recommendations for people diagnosed with cancer. Each recommendation will be highlighted from an evidence-based perspective. Co-management indications and limitations will be  described for each intervention.  Sponsored by the University of Arizona College of Medicine at the Arizona Health Sciences Center.  If you are unable to join us in person please see the directions below on how to view this presentation online.  Dr. Lise Alschuler is a naturopathic physician with Board certification in naturopathic oncology.  She practices naturopathic oncology at Naturopathic Specialists LLC in Scottsdale AZ, specializing in prevention and naturopathic care for people who have been affected by cancer in their lives.  Dr. Alschuler has authored many articles in professional and popular press publications and has co-authored Definitive Guide to Cancer: An Integrative Approach to Prevention, Treatment and Healing (Celestial Arts, 2007). She gives presentations about integrated healthcare, naturopathic medicine and naturopathic oncology nationally and internationally. Dr. Alschuler currently serves as the President of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians.  The University of Arizona College of Medicine at the Arizona Health Sciences Center is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.  The University of Arizona College of Medicine at the Arizona Health Sciences Center designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.  Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Disclosure: Dr. Alschuler has nothing to disclose.  Paid parking is available, sorry, we are unable to validate.  Cost:  FREE (please bring a bagged lunch) More Information: www.integrativemedicine.arizona.edu
	Nov 6: 2 – 4:00 pm - Arizona Supreme Court College of Law, Ares Auditorium, Room 164 Arizona Law cordially invites you to attend the fall line up of events open to the public. Please rsvp to Donna Ream at (520) 626-1629 or ream@law.arizona.edu. Applicable security regulations for this event may be found at http://www.law.arizona.edu after October 17.
	Nov 7: 10-2pm - Farmers Market East University Boulevard (Between Park and Euclid) The Farmers' Market at The University of Arizona is moving from the Mall to East University Boulevard through a partnership with the Marshall Foundation, which owns and manages most of the property along the strip. “The market will be bigger and have more accessibility to the community,” said Gale S. Welter, the coordinator of nutrition services at the UA’s Campus Health Services. "This move opens up the market to many more vendors who previously could not participate,” Welter said, adding that the new partnership will allow the market to invite smaller vendors. “We anticipate a community loyalty to be built now that there is more accessibility,” said Welter, who is also the market coordinator. For more information contact: Gale Welter, UA Campus Health Service, 621-4550.
	Nov 7: 10-2pm - Free Vehicle VIN Etching University of Arizona Campus, at Cherry Ave. and University Blvd The University of Arizona Police Department will be providing free vehicle VIN etching on the University of Arizona Campus, at Cherry Ave. and University Blvd.  UAPD will be providing auto theft prevention information and selling steering wheel locks for $10.00. Those who elect to receive the free VIN etching will also receive a free steering wheel lock.  UAPD will also be available to register vehicles in the Arizona Automobile Theft Authority, “Watch Your Car Program”. The registration is FREE an open to vehicles registered in Arizona. All registrants in the Watch Your Car Program will also receive a FREE steering wheel lock provided by the AATA.  Auto theft is a serious problem and UAPD encourages the community to take advantage of this free offer and the opportunity to learn how to combat auto theft.  Crime Prevention Office, UAPD  Office #: 520-621-4219
	Nov 7: 12- 1:00pm - CAREER RESILIENCE: ADAPTING TO WORK CHANGES Pima Room, Student Union Panic? Or plan? What strategies will you use to make decisions about your career, especially during uncertain times? Building your “bounce” or resilience capacity is a must in today’s ever changing work environment. Resilience – the ability to recover and adjust to change – requires agility, adaptability and a commitment to pre-planning. In this session, you will learn techniques for building career resiliency and working proactively to manage career changes.  Register for Career Management classes online at: http://www.hr.arizona.edu/08_o/development3/
	Nov 7: Noon – 1:00pm - FROM STRESS TO SUCCESS Room 5120, AHSC Facilitator, Jan Sturges, MEd, LPC Is your life a tug-of-war between priorities at home and work? Learn to move beyond managing stress to finding balance in your daily life. This class will help you identify triggers for stress, learn how to manage them effectively, review time management tips and determine what aspects of your life are most important to you based on your core values.  Register for Career Management classes online at: http://www.hr.arizona.edu/08_o/development3/
	Nov 8: 8:30 - 5:30 pm - Plug in, Power up!  Collaborative Digital Design Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering 202 A one-day symposium on the capabilities of new digital tools in environmental design Sponsored by the College of Architecture and Landscape Architecture (CALA), University of Arizona.  Presentations will focus on implementation of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) for Integrated Project Delivery.  Speakers include representatives from the GeoDesign Group of Environmental Systems Research Institute, academia, and several companies that have developed visualization and modeling software.   Please go to http://landscape.arizona.edu/symposium_nov%2708.pdf or call the School of Architecture at 621-6751 for more information about schedule, registration, and fees.  While registration at the door is possible, pre-registration is encouraged as seating is limited.  The fee is reduced from the normal $150 to $50 for UA faculty, staff, and students outside CALA.
	Nov 8th & Nov 9th - R.A.D. Self Defense Classes The University of Arizona Women's Resource Center and The Oasis Program offer Self Defense classes, which are a mental and physical tool to empower women-identified individuals and heighten awareness. Classes run over the course of two days, include 12 hours of curriculum, are taught by a R.A.D-certified (Rape Aggregation Defense) instructor and are FREE of charge. Space is limited and, therefore, participants MUST register ahead of time by contacting Malia Uhatafe at maliau@email.arizona.edu
	Nov 10: 12pm - Panel: Federal Indian Law: Greatest Hits Kiva Room, Student Union The Native American Law Students Association (NALSA) presents a panel of third-year law students who will discuss and critique the foundations of federal Indian law.  Drawing from their scholarly and professional experience, the panelists will provide the audience with an understanding of how the history of federal Indian law continues to shape the future of U.S.-tribal relations.  Lunch will be provided. For more info contact: Leah Lussier, lussier@email.arizona.edu  Sponsors: Native American Law Student Association, Center for Student Involvement & Leadership
	Nov 10: 12-2pm - The American Indian Studies Second Annual Poster Competition Santa Rita Room, Student Union Poster Session. Contact: Professor Nancy Parezo, parezo@email.arizona.edu, 626-4057  Sponsors: American Indian Studies, American Indian Studies Graduate Student Council
	Nov 11: Veterans Day Holiday - No classes
	Nov 11: 2-5pm - 6th Annual Veteran's Day Gourd Dance UA Mall Come out and celebrate our veterans and warriors. This event is hosted by the Wildcat Pow Wow Society; all Gourd Dancers and singers are welcome. The host drum is Panther Creek. Frybread will be sold to raise funds. For more info call Pam Bennett 909-9293. Please bring your own chairs.  Sponsors: Southwest Gourd Society, Sacred Grounds Trading Post, & Wildcat Pow Wow Society
	Nov 12: 12 – 1pm - SELF-CARE: TAKE A BREATH TO RELAX UMC Cafeteria, Dining Room F Facilitator, Nancy Rogers, MS, RD Breathing techniques are effective ways to lower anxiety and stress, decrease blood pressure, and take “minivacations” in the midst of a busy schedule. Come and learn some basic techniques.  Register for Career Management classes online at: http://www.hr.arizona.edu/08_o/development3/
	Nov 12: 1-2:30 pm - Bloodborne Pathogen/Infection Control AHSC room 4120 A mandatory training for employees who have a reasonably anticipated occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens (PDF format), as specified by OSHA. For information, contact Herb Wagner at 621-7691 or hwagner@email.arizona.edu
	Nov 12: 2-4pm - Preparing for University Retirement with the Arizona State Retirement Plan (ASRS) USB Rm 214 This information session is for anyone planning to retire from the University within the next three years. Topics covered include: options for continuation of medical, dental, and life insurance coverage; the Retiree Accumulated Sick Leave Program (RASL); University privileges for retirees; and information about working after retirement, including working for an Arizona university or other state agency. To register: http://www.hr.arizona.edu/04_cb/finEd/allReg1.php
	Nov 12: 6pm - Film: The Canary Effect Gallagher Theater, Student Union Delving deep into the often misunderstood and frequently overlooked historic realities of the American Indian, The Canary Effect follows the terrifying and horrific abuses instilled upon the Indigenous people of North America, and details the genocidal practices of the US government and its continuing affects on present day Indian country. Featuring interviews with the leading scholars and experts on Indian issues, including controversial author Ward Churchill, the film brings together the past and present in a way never before captured so eloquently and boldly on film.  Sponsors: Native American Journalists Association, Center for Student Involvement & Leadership
	November 13: Deadline to sign up for the Holiday Gift Expo The feel of fall is in the air and the desert's cool nights and warm days are the perfect time for an outdoor fair. Mark your calendars for November 20th for the 2008-09 Holiday Gift Expo. This year's fair is strategically scheduled for students to have the opportunity, ease and convenience of doing some holiday shopping on campus before going home for Thanksgiving break. In addition to our regular vendors, we would like to encourage crafters and artists to join us for this particular fair - handmade pieces and regional crafts make wonderful gifts for students to take home for the holidays! Handcrafted decorations are welcome additions to apartments and residence halls.  There are three fairs remaining during the 2008-2009 academic year:  Nov 20, Jan 15, and Apr 23. There is something for every vendor, and you can pick and choose the events that best meet your schedule and your marketing needs. (Checkout our sponsorship opportunities, this is the most bang for your advertising buck!!)  Take a moment to complete the vendor participation agreement and return the completed registration form with payment by the November 13th deadline. A confirmation letter with the table number, instructions and details for this event will be sent to you approximately ten days before the fair.  If you have questions, feel free to call 621-3848.  Bonnie Arriaga (barriaga@email.arizona.edu) Festival of Fairs Coordinator, Center for Student Involvement & Leadership
	Nov 13: 5pm - Two-Spirit Film Festival Gallagher Theater, Student Union Transgender Awareness Week and Native American Heritage Month present a film festival of shorts exploring the Two Spirit identity. Byron Chief Moon: Grey Horse Rider melds the history and art of Chief-Moon's Blackfoot Cree First Nations heritage with issues of contemporary life, and makes profound statements about identity and tradition. Two Spirit, One Journey is about forbidden love on a reservation. Secret Weapons is an experimental animated filmic essay that tries to work through the emotional and political conflict that has shaped how many queer Aboriginal artists relate to the world. Two Spirited, by Sharon Desjarlais, is the empowering story of Rodney Geeyo Poucette's encounter with prejudice inside and outside the First Nations community.  These films, working in tandem, delve deeply into ideas about gender identity, tradition, colonization, pride, prejudice, and how these things intersect with culture.  Sponsors: Wingspan, Center for Student Involvement and Leadership, LGBTQ Affairs, Native Images, Tucson Indian Center, RHA
	Nov 13: 7pm - Vine Deloria Jr. Distinguished Indigenous Scholars Series: David Wilkins Education Building, Room 211 Professor David Wilkins is a nationally and internationally recognized scholar who has specialized in Native American political activism, legal rights, governance, and sovereignty. His research on federal Indian policy is second to none and his numerous publications have advanced our knowledge of Native American legal statuses and tribal uses of sovereign powers.  Sponsors: American Indian Studies, American Indian Students Graduate Student Council, Center for Student Involvement & Leadership, Native American Student Affairs, Native nations Institute, and Geography and Regional Development Department.
	Nov 14: 10-2pm - Farmers Market East University Boulevard (Between Park and Euclid) The Farmers' Market at The University of Arizona is moving from the Mall to East University Boulevard through a partnership with the Marshall Foundation, which owns and manages most of the property along the strip. “The market will be bigger and have more accessibility to the community,” said Gale S. Welter, the coordinator of nutrition services at the UA’s Campus Health Services. "This move opens up the market to many more vendors who previously could not participate,” Welter said, adding that the new partnership will allow the market to invite smaller vendors. “We anticipate a community loyalty to be built now that there is more accessibility,” said Welter, who is also the market coordinator. For more information contact: Gale Welter, UA Campus Health Service, 621-4550.
	Nov 14: 11:30 – 1:00pm - DEVELOPING EFFECTIVE RESUMES University Services Building Rooms 214 & 216 Register for Career Management classes online at: http://www.hr.arizona.edu/08_o/development3/ An updated and effective resume is a key element of career resiliency. This workshop provides hands-on tools and models for developing powerful resumes. Bring a working resume to facilitate resume builder exercises. Takeaways include comprehensive reference materials, supplemental information on cover letters and a self-designed resume template tailored to your specific job search needs.
	Nov 14, 12 – 1pm - COMMUNITY RESILIENCE Tubac Room, Student Union Facilitator: David Swihart, MC, LPC This seminar is open to all employees, but is aimed specifically towards those in supervisory roles. Identifies the factors that make a community (e.g., work group or department) resilient and what can be done to enhance resiliency.  Register for Career Management classes online at: http://www.hr.arizona.edu/08_o/development3/
	Nov 14: 6pm - 19th Annual UA Asian American Faculty, Staff & Alumni Association Scholarship and Awards Dinner and Dance Tucson Chinese Cultural Center, 1288 W. River Road 6:00 PM Reception; 7:00 PM Dinner; 9:00 PM Dance.  Price:  $50.00 per ticket ($25.00 of each ticket is tax-deductible)Tables of 8 or 10 are available  RSVP:   Use AAFSAA dinner ticket commitment form or call Peter Chan, 520-620-5309 or Cheryl Tomoeda, 520-621-1787.  The University of Arizona (UA) Asian American Faculty, Staff & Alumni Association (AAFSAA) invites you to the 19th Annual AAFSAA Scholarship and Award Dinner and Dance.  This year's event is jointly sponsored by the Asian American Cultural Association. Join us celebration and recognition of the accomplishments of Asian Pacific Americans in our community, particularly AAFSAA scholarship recipients for 2008-2009, and outstanding UA faculty, staff, and alumni.   Through the continuous support of community members, UA AAFSAA has provided need-based and merit-based scholarships totaling over $400,000 to date, and AAFSAA's grants program has been successful in supporting the academic and professional activities of the University of Arizona's faculty, staff and students. Tickets for the dinner are $50.00 each.  The tax deductible portion of the ticket is $25.00 with all proceeds benefiting UA AAFSAA's scholarships and grants programs.  Tickets can be reserved by using the attached table and ticket commitment form.  For further information, contact Peter Chan at 520-620-5309; Cheryl Tomoeda at 520-621-1787; or Dan Xayaphanh at 520-626-6860. Please Open Link to view more information and to access forms
	Nov 14: Time: tbd - 2008 William H. Rehnquist Center Annual Lecture with Michael Chertoff, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security Place: tbd Arizona Law cordially invites you to attend the fall line up of events open to the public. Please rsvp to Donna Ream at (520) 626-1629 or ream@law.arizona.edu. Additional information will be posted at http://www.rehnquistcenter.org.
	Nov 14-16: Various Times - Native Eyes Film Showcase Crossroads Cinema For schedule, venue, guest filmmakers, and ticket info: www.statemuseum.arizona.edu or call 520-626-9825. The opening Night film is Older Than America (2008). A woman's haunting visions reveal a Catholic priest's sinister plot to silence her mother from speaking the truth about the atrocities that took place at her Native American boarding school. A contemporary drama of suspense, Older Than America delves into the lasting impact of the cultural genocide and loss of identity that occurred at such schools.  Sponsors: The Arizona State Museum, Hanson Film Institute, and the National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Institution
	Nov 15: 8 - 5pm - Addressing the Health Effects of Climate Change Conference UMC DUVAL AUDITORIUM Keynote Speakers:  Andrew Comrie, PhD, Professor of Geography & Climatology, University of Arizona; Jeremy Hess, MD, MPH, Consultant, National Center for Environmental Health, Centers for Disease Control, Atlanta, Georgia.  A Multidisciplinary Panel of Clinicians and Public Health Professionals and Elected Officials and 3 Workshops to address aspects of preparedness, opportunities, challenges & adaptive solutions for climate related health problems.  Description: A continuing education program of speakers and workshops designed to bring together health professionals, public officials, and the public focused on awareness of and prevention of potential health impacts of global warming and climate change. Please click on these links to view the conference poster: http://pacs.arizona.edu/docs/Addr_Hlth_Eff_view1.pdf, http://pacs.arizona.edu/docs/Addr_Hlth_Eff_view2.pdf
	Nov 17: 12-1:00pm - Panel Discussion: Native Americans in the Media Gallagher Theater A coming of age story that follows a Native American college student named Turquoise Rose as she begrudgingly forgoes a trip to Europe with her friends to return to the Navajo Reservation and take care of her ailing grandmother. Through this experience however, Turquoise comes to appreciate her Navajo heritage and ancestry. This film will be followed by a Q & A with the film's star, Natasha Johnson. The Native American Journalists Association will host a panel to discuss portrayals of Native Americans in the media and how that affects the way in which Native Americans are viewed today. For more info contact: Candace Begody, 520.661.2502, candacebegody@gmail.com  Sponsors: Native American Journalists Association UA Student Chapter, and Center for Student Involvement & Leadership
	Nov 18: 6pm - Film: Turquoise Rose with Guest Speaker Natasha Johnson Gallagher Theater, Student Union A coming of age story that follows a Native American college student named Turquoise Rose as she begrudgingly forgoes a trip to Europe with her friends to return to the Navajo Reservation and take care of her ailing grandmother. Through this experience however, Turquoise comes to appreciate her Navajo heritage and ancestry. This film will be followed by a Q & A with the film's star, Natasha Johnson.  Sponsors: ASUA Women's Resource Center, Center for Student Involvement & Leadership, Native American Student Affairs
	Nov 19: 8:15 – 10:45am - TRANSITIONS 101 University Services Building Rooms 214 & 216 Register for Career Management classes online at: http://www.hr.arizona.edu/08_o/development3/ Change isn’t coming; it is here…and probably always will be. The ability to prosper during and after transitions is one of the hottest skills in today’s market. Whether you are dealing with a new supervisor, the implementation of new business systems or a personal career change, this session will help you strengthen individual skills for navigating transitions and changes in the workplace.
	Nov 19: 9-noon - High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Training USA room 104 The HOV training program has been modified to meet State of Arizona requirements. HOVs are defined as any full size van or Sport Utility Vehicle with seating capacity of 8-15, and full size cargo vans. Minivans and SUVs with seating capacity of less than 8 do NOT require HOV driver training or certification. All HOV drivers (faculty, staff, students, volunteers) must attend a classroom training session, AND successfully complete a behind-the-wheel road test conducted by RM&S or other authorized observer. Road tests conducted by RM&S are scheduled separately from the classroom training, and must be done by appointment. The behind-the-wheel road test takes about 30 minutes to complete. Departments may conduct the behind-the-wheel road test at their own convenience with their own staff upon prior approval and authorization by RM&S. Those interested in conducting their own behind-the-wheel road tests should contact John Murphy at 621-4551 or murphjoh@email.arizona.edu for orientation and approval. For details on these new requirements, and other important policy changes, see the new UA Fleet Safety Policy.  Classes are subject to cancellation or re-scheduling based on the number of registrations received.  To register for an HOV training session, or a behind-the-wheel road test, contact Sara Thomas at 626-1136 or sthomas@email.arizona.edu or register on-line. For questions about the training requirement and HOV policy, contact John Murphy at 621-4551 or murphjoh@email.arizona.edu.
	Nov 19: 9:30 -10:30am - Fighting Fires with Portable Fire Extinguishers (hands-on) USA room A406 For information contact Frank Perez at 626-8739 or fsperez@email.arizona.edu.
	Nov 19: 10-11am - Thriving in two worlds: Miss Native American, University of Arizona Robert L. Nugent Room 205 Many Native Americans must learn to balance between, or merge, aspects of traditional and modern worlds. A panel of reigning and former Miss Native American UA titleholders will discuss the Miss Native American UA pageant. They will present their experiences and general misconceptions of pageantry.  Sponsors: Miss Native American University of Arizona Pageant Committee
	Nov 19: Noon - 1:30pm - UA Distinguished Lecture on Improving Solar Technology Arizona Inn on 2200 E. Elm Street J. Roger P. Angel, Regents' Professor of Astronomy and Optical Sciences, will be the Distinguished Lecture Series speaker for November. Angel's lecture is entitled: Mirrors to Capture the Sun's Energy.  The lecture is on The cost is $35 and includes lunch. To request a registration form or for more information, please call 520-621-9057. (Seating is limited).  The Distinguished Lecture Series features prominent scholars in the Colleges of Fine Arts, Science, and Social and Behavioral Sciences. It is co-sponsored by The Arizona Daily Star and The Presidents Club.  Description of Lecture: There is more than enough solar energy to make the world's electricity, but for the highest conversion efficiency the sunlight needs to be concentrated.  Arizona is a great place to develop this technology, using reflecting dishes and mechanisms to point them at the sun.  Professor Angel will talk about new strategies to lower the system cost and prototypes being built on Campus at the Mirror Lab.  The goal is to be competitive without subsidy with coal fired plants.  Professor Angel directs the Steward Observatory Mirror Lab and the Center for Astronomical Adaptive Optics.  He obtained his B.A. and Ph.D. (1967) at Oxford University and an M.S. (1966) at California Institute of Technology.   He is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, a Fellow of the Royal Society, and a former MacArthur Fellow.
	November 20: Holiday Gift Expo The feel of fall is in the air and the desert's cool nights and warm days are the perfect time for an outdoor fair. Mark your calendars for November 20th for the 2008-09 Holiday Gift Expo. This year's fair is strategically scheduled for students to have the opportunity, ease and convenience of doing some holiday shopping on campus before going home for Thanksgiving break. In addition to our regular vendors, we would like to encourage crafters and artists to join us for this particular fair - handmade pieces and regional crafts make wonderful gifts for students to take home for the holidays! Handcrafted decorations are welcome additions to apartments and residence halls.  There are three fairs during the 2008-2009 academic year:  Nov 20, Jan 15, and Apr 23. If you have questions, feel free to call 621-3848.  Bonnie Arriaga (barriaga@email.arizona.edu) Festival of Fairs Coordinator, Center for Student Involvement & Leadership
	Nov 20: noon - 1pm - The Future of American Health Care Gallagher Theater Dr. Andrew Weil, founder of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, will speak in this series funded by the Provost.  In these changing and challenging times health care is still a critical issue in all our lives.  As a prominent physician and leader in the integrative medicine field, Dr. Weil’s insights into the future of health care in America promises to be informative and timely. Dr. Andrew Weil is the founder of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine. He also holds appointments as Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine and Clinical Assistant Professor of Family and Community Medicine. He has a general practice in Tucson, focusing on natural and preventive medicine and diagnosis. Dr. Weil is also the founder of the Foundation for Integrative medicine in Tucson and editor-in-chief of the journal Integrative Medicine.  Andrew Weil is the author of many scientific and popular articles  and of seven books: The Natural Mind; The Marriage of the Sun and Moon; From Chocolate to Morphine (with Winifred Rosen); Health and Healing; Natural Health, Natural Medicine; Spontaneous Healing; and Eight Weeks to Optimum Health. Dr. Weil also publishes a monthly newsletter, Dr. Andrew Weil's Self Healing, maintains a popular website, "Ask Dr. Weil," on the Time-Warner pathfinder network (www.drweil.com), and  appears in two videos featured on PBS: Spontaneous Healing and Eight Weeks to Optimum Health. Dr. Weil lives near Tucson, Arizona. More information on the Well University Partnership at The University of Arizona is available at http://wellu.arizona.edu  A flyer for Dr. Weil’s lecture is also available for downloading from the website. UA Bookstores will be at the event with some of Dr. Weil's books.
	Nov 20-21 - American Indian Youth Conference: Strengthening Culture and Education to Empower Our Youth U of A, Student Union The goals of this conference are to: honor youth and their ability to transform our communities in a positive way, to provide youth the knowledge and skills to achieve their academic and career goals, and to orient students to The University of Arizona through interactive activities and workshops. For more information contact: Bobbi Brown, b_brown61@yahoo.com, (602) 449-2126, or Travis L. Lane, travis.lane@itcaonline.com (602) 258-4822  Sponsors: Arizona Indian Education Association and The University of Arizona
	Nov 20: 6:30 pm - James & Ernie Comedy Show Social Sciences Building Room 100 Alpha Pi Omega and Beta Sigma Epsilon are hosting a philanthropy event featuring the James & Ernie comedy duo. These Native American comedians will perform at the UA to benefit the American Indian Education Association (AIEA) scholarship program. Come prepared to laugh while also contributing to a great cause!  Cost: $10.00  Sponsors: Alpha Pi Omega, Beta Sigma Epsilon, Center for Student Involvement & Leadership
	Nov 21 - Big Cat Friday Savings at these UA BookStores ONLY at your official UA BookStores can you find 25% OFF ALL* UA INSIGNIA CLOTHING the Friday before every UA Football home game continuing throughout the season. You can enjoy Big Cat Friday Savings at these UA BookStores locations: Main UA BookStore (SUMC), Park Student Union BookStore, Medical BookStore (AHSC), UA South (Sierra Vista), Corleone Center.  From open until close, find your favorite styles from NIKE, Russell Athletics, JanSport, Cotton Exchange, and many other name brands.  *Sale applies to regularly priced items only. No other discounts apply. See store for details. http://www.uofabookstores.com/uaz/BigCatFridays Show your Spirit. GO CATS!  www.uofabookstores.com
	Nov 21: 10-2pm - Farmers Market East University Boulevard (Between Park and Euclid) The Farmers' Market at The University of Arizona is moving from the Mall to East University Boulevard through a partnership with the Marshall Foundation, which owns and manages most of the property along the strip. “The market will be bigger and have more accessibility to the community,” said Gale S. Welter, the coordinator of nutrition services at the UA’s Campus Health Services. "This move opens up the market to many more vendors who previously could not participate,” Welter said, adding that the new partnership will allow the market to invite smaller vendors. “We anticipate a community loyalty to be built now that there is more accessibility,” said Welter, who is also the market coordinator. For more information contact: Gale Welter, UA Campus Health Service, 621-4550.
	Nov 21: 11:30 AM – 1:00pm - DEVELOPING A PERSONAL MARKETING STRATEGY University Services Building Rooms 214 & 216 Register for Career Management classes online at: http://www.hr.arizona.edu/08_o/development3/ It almost goes without saying that job-hunting in a boom economy is quite different than job-hunting in a slumping economy. A personal marketing strategy provides you with a game plan for your job search. Whether you are contemplating a career move within or outside the University, this session will arm you with the tools and resources necessary to target your job search efforts and design a personal marketing campaign.
	Nov 22: 9-Noon - Hands-On Drip Irrigation 4210 N. Campbell Ave  Pima County Cooperative Extension This workshop teaches participants the principles of drip irrigation design and installation and provides an opportunity for hands-on experience with assembly of the basic components of a system. FREE WATER CONSERVATION CLASSES Offered through Pima County Cooperative Extension.  Registration: Participants must call the SmartScape office at 626-5161 to register.
	Nov 22: 1-3pm - Irrigation Timers 4210 N. Campbell Ave  Pima County Cooperative Extension This workshop teaches the principles of automating a landscape irrigation system through use of irrigation timers/controllers. Participants will learn about the pros and cons of different types of timers, how and where to install them, and how to program a typical residential timer. Automated systems can be used not only to save landscape maintenance time but can also help reduce irrigation costs by controlling the watering cycle. FREE WATER CONSERVATION CLASSES Offered through Pima County Cooperative Extension.  Registration: Participants must call the SmartScape office at 626-5161 to register.
	Nov 23: 10-6pm - AISES 3x3 Co-Ed Benefit Basketball Tournament UA Bear Down Gym Sports have become one of the great pastimes of the Native American community that helps our spirit, livelihood, and health.  American Indian Science & Engineering Society is proud to sponsor the 1st Annual Co-Ed Basketball 3-on-3 Tournament.  Suit-up, compete, and represent! To register, request information, or volunteer, please contact Evander Yazzie, yazzie@email.arizona.edu . Sponsor: American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES)
	Nov 24: 12-1pm - Presentation: Thanksgiving: A Wampanoag-American Perspective Kiva Room, Student Union The Wampanoag "People of the Dawn" are the Native Americans who, in the fall of 1621, engaged with the European colonists, commonly referred to as the "Pilgrims" at the location of present-day Plymouth, Massachusetts.  This meeting between the Wampanoag and the colonists would frame many perceptions now associated with the Thanksgiving holiday. This presentation will discuss not only who the Wampanoag were, but who we ARE today, including the efforts of many Wampanoag to re-educate Americans with our own story of thanksgiving, genocide, cultural survival and self-determination.  Sponsors: Indigenous Thinkers, Native American Student Affairs, Center for Student Involvement & Leadership
	Nov 25: 12-2pm - Native American Heritage Month Closing Event Nugent, Room 203 Join us for food and friends. Sponsor: Native American Student Affairs
	Nov 26: Noon - 1pm - UA Caregiver Support Group Student Union Copper Room UA Life & Work Connections, in collaboration with Pima Health System Caregiver Education & Support Program, announces the formation of a caregiver support group meeting for a place to share our concerns and develop new coping skills. The "open-ended" support group is facilitated by a Master's level professional known in the Tucson area for her expertise in caregiving, aging and health care. Participants may attend on a regular basis or less frequently, as needed. According to Jan Sturges, Caregiving Coordinator at Life and Work Connections, Networking with other caregivers is a healthy way for them to connect with people who have similar concerns, and to share ideas for coping with the daily issues they face. Participating in a caregiver support group is a great way to refocus, re-energize and rebalance." Go to http://lifework.arizona.edu/ec/events.php for updates. For more information about the caregiver support group, or to schedule an elder care consultation, please contact Jan Sturges at 626.4770 or sturgesj@email.arizona.edu
	Nov 27-28: Thanksgiving Holiday - No classes
	Donation Items Needed for the Support the Troops Care Package Program SAC is supporting our troops the Blue Star Mothers of Arizona by collecting items (see attached list) to send care packages over to our troops.  Please do what you can to help out by bringing items to campus and giving me a call at 626-9066 or 241-0336 with your location and I will be happy to pick up whatever you have. Cash donations can also be made (EIN# 83-0481571) to assist with postage.  Donations can be dropped off at the Administration building, room 221G (Summer & Winter Session Office)   Thank you for your support! - Debbie Miller, Proud Mom to Robert Miller
	Send your thanks to our soldiers.   It only takes a minute and is so worthwhile.    If you go to the web site http://www.letssaythanks.com/ you can pick out a thank you card and Xerox will print it and it will be sent to a soldier that is currently serving in Iraq.  You can't pick out who gets it, but it will go to some member of the armed services.  It is FREE and it only takes a second.  Wouldn't it be wonderful if the soldiers received a bunch of these?  I sent mine, now you send one too!
	Curb Auto Theft with the Watch Your Car Program: It's Quick, Easy and FREE! The Watch Your Car decal program is a free, voluntary program that vehicle owners enroll their vehicles with the Arizona Automobile Theft Authority. The vehicle is then entered into the Motor Vehicle Department (MVD) database and participants receive decals for their front and rear windows. By displaying the decals, vehicle owners convey to law enforcement officials that their vehicle is not usually in use between the hours of 1:00 AM and 5:00 AM, when the majority of auto thefts occur. In addition, by enrolling in the Watch Your Car Program, vehicle owners also authorize law enforcement officials to stop their vehicle at any time during the day or night within one mile of the border, if there is a suspicion that the vehicle is being illegally operated. If a police officer witnesses the vehicle in operation between these hours, they have the right to stop the vehicle and verify it is being legally operated by the rightful owner. To register for the program online go to: https://www.aata.state.az.us/Watch_Your_Car/Info_Request/signup_request.html Register by mail by downloading the form at: http://www.azwatchyourcar.com/pdfs/WYC%20-%20application%20form%20for%20website.pdf  Print it, fill it out and mail back.
	Get Fit and Lose Weight with SparkPeople...and its FREE! Check out the website at: http://www.sparkpeople.com/ Your account is 100% FREE FOR LIFE, You will never be charged or billed. No credit card required.  In an effort to help more people achieve their weight loss and healthy living goals, SparkPeople has committed to give away at least $100 Million Dollars in of FREE memberships in 2006. Join now and you will get a free lifetime membership!* Yes, this is true. ALL of our current programs on the site when you join now are completely free and you will not have to enter a credit card.  We encourage you to compare this offer to other online programs like eDiets and Weight Watchers Online, which can cost hundreds of dollars per year. We think you’ll agree that SparkPeople is the best choice! Support & Motivation, Personalized Plan, Daily Nutrition Guide, Customized Fitness Plan, Expert Assistance and so much more!
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