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Calendar
| SUNDAY | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY |
28 | 29 | 30 | 1 The Land EthicMay 1, 2013 Location Information
Dr. Curt Meine speaks of the relevancy of Leopold’s Land Ethic to contemporary environmental issues. Dr. Meine is a conservation biologist and writer based in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin. His doctoral dissertation was a biography of Aldo Leopold, published as Aldo Leopold: His Life and Work. | 2 Chasing IceMay 2, 2013 Location Information The Bay Area Film Society is bringing “Chasing Ice” Thurs., May 2 at 7:30 p.m. at StageNorth – gorgeous film on climate change by a National Geographic photographer.
General admission $7. Click link to view the trailer.
Contact Information | 3 FolkfestMay 3, 2013 Location Information More information to come. Last day to add courses with faculty approval (4 p.m.)May 3, 2013 Location Information Last day to add courses with faculty approval and without record Last day to drop courses without record (4 p.m.)May 3, 2013 Location Information Last day to drop courses without record (4 p.m.) | 4 FolkfestMay 4, 2013 Location Information More information to come. Loon Ranger Training WorkshopMay 4, 2013 Location Information LoonWatch and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resource’s Northwood’s Loon Protection Program (NLPP) will host a training opportunity for Loon Rangers and NLPP Citizen Scientists. This introductory training will include classroom presentations on loon behavior, ecology, and habitat, a step-by-step introduction to the Annual Lakes loon monitoring program; what you can do to protect loons.
Register on-line www.northland.edu/loon-ranger-training Registration Closes on April 30rd. Maximum of 30 particpants. Snacks will be provided.
Spooner
Agricultural Research Station
Contact Information |
| 5 FolkfestMay 5, 2013 Location Information More information to come. | 6 | 7 For Love of LakesMay 7, 2013 Location Information
Darby Nelson has a Ph.D. in aquatic ecology from the University of Minnesota. He taught biology and environmental science to college students for 35 years and did contract writing in environmental science for McGraw-Hill Publishers. Nelson served three terms as a Minnesota state legislator and served on the Lessard/Sams Outdoor Heritage Council. He currently serves on the boards of Conservation Minnesota and the Freshwater Society. Darby has published magazine articles on environmental topics and received many conservation and teaching awards and For Love of Lakes is his first book. Contact Information | 8 CascadiaMay 8, 2013 Location Information
Filmmakers will screen the documentary, “Cascadia". The film explores the emerging understanding of bioregionalism within the lands and waters of the Northeast Pacific Rim. To view a trailer for “Cascadia” visit: http://vimeo.com/38078416. The director(s) will be available to participate in discussions before and after the screening. This event is free and open to the public.
| 9 Water Music - Moved to May 16May 9, 2013 Location Information Songs and Readings by Joel Glickman | 10 Last day to withdraw from coursesMay 10, 2013 Location Information Last day to withdraw from courses | 11 Annual Birding Festival Presentation and Tackle ExchangeMay 11, 2013 Location Information
The LoonWatch Speakers’ Bureau will be providing educational presentations to groups throughout Wisconsin. Presentation and Tackle Exchange at the Annual Birding Festival
North Lakeland Discovery Center Contact Information |
| 12 | 13 Intramurals: DodgeballMay 13, 2013 Location Information
| 14 | 15 Intramurals: DodgeballMay 15, 2013 Location Information
| 16 Chequamegon Bay Nature and Birding FestivalMay 16, 2013 Location Information
Up at the Lake with Loon Program
Common Loons truly are a symbol of the northwoods – but they are more than that. Their presence is a barometer of the health of lake ecosystems.
The coordinator of Project LoonWatch will take you on a journey into the world of loons and their lake territories.
Learn about their calls, ecology, and unique stories from LoonWatch’s past 30 years.
at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center For more information, call 800-284-9484 or visit http://birdandnaturefest.com/ to register.
Contact Information Intramurals: DodgeballMay 16, 2013 Location Information
Water Music: Rain, Rivers and Deep Clear WaterMay 16, 2013 Location Information Joel Glickman, professor of music, has created songs about water. He will combine music with readings for this special night celebrating water. | 17 Loon Pontoon Field Trips (2)May 17, 2013 Location Information
Loon Pontoon Field Trips (2)
Search for nesting loons and other birds on Lake Namekagon during this pontoon trip led by staff from the Sigurd Olson Environmental Institute’s Project LoonWatch and the Cable Natural History Museum.
Learn all about loons, threats totheir populations, and what you can do to help them survive, all while soaking up the birds and scenery of the Chequamegon National Forest.
Optional: Meet at the Cable Natural History Museum at 8:30 am or 1:30 pm
Additional Cost: $20.00
Contact Information | 18 Intramurals: Volleyball 4 vs. 4 TournamentMay 18, 2013 Location Information
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| 19 | 20 Intramurals: DodgeballMay 20, 2013 Location Information
| 21 | 22 Intramurals: DodgeballMay 22, 2013 Location Information
| 23 Intramurals: DodgeballMay 23, 2013 Location Information
| 24 Last day of classes/sessionMay 24, 2013 Location Information Last day of classes/session | 25 2013 CommencementMay 25, 2013 Location Information
Celebrate Commencement
Saturday, May 25, 2013 Gathering of the Class at 10 a.m. Procession across Wheeler Bridge Baccalaureate at 10:30 a.m. Presbyterian-Congregational Church, Ashland Buffet Luncheon at 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Craig A. Ponzio Campus Center, *Deadline to order luncheon tickets is May 3, 2013 Campus Buildings Open House 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Commencement at 2:30 p.m. Kendrigan Lawn (If rain, event will be in the Kendrigan Gymnasium) For a complete list of events and information regarding commencement, please visit: northland.edu/commencement Residence halls close for non-graduates (12 pm)May 25, 2013 Location Information Residence halls close for non-graduates (12 pm) Wisconsin Society for Ornithology ConventionMay 25, 2013 Location Information
Up at the Lake with Loon Program
Common Loons truly are a symbol of the northwoods – but they are more
than that. Their presence is a barometer of the health of lake
ecosystems.
The coordinator of Project LoonWatch will take you on a journey into the world of loons and their lake territories.
Learn about their calls, ecology, and unique stories from LoonWatch’s past 30 years.
For more information, email Margaret Brasser WSOConventionRegistration@wsobirds.org to register. |
| 26 Residence halls close for graduates (12 pm)May 26, 2013 Location Information Residence halls close for graduates (12 pm) | 27 Memorial Day - Campus ClosedMay 27, 2013 Location Information Memorial Day - Campus Closed | 28 Grades due (4 pm)May 28, 2013 Location Information Grades due (4 pm) | 29 | 30 | 31 | 1 |
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| May 1, 2013 | The Land EthicThe Land EthicMay 1, 2013 Location Information
Dr. Curt Meine speaks of the relevancy of Leopold’s Land Ethic to contemporary environmental issues. Dr. Meine is a conservation biologist and writer based in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin. His doctoral dissertation was a biography of Aldo Leopold, published as Aldo Leopold: His Life and Work. | |||||
| May 2, 2013 | Chasing IceChasing IceMay 2, 2013 Location Information The Bay Area Film Society is bringing “Chasing Ice” Thurs., May 2 at 7:30 p.m. at StageNorth – gorgeous film on climate change by a National Geographic photographer.
General admission $7. Click link to view the trailer.
Contact Information | |||||
| May 3, 2013 | Last day to drop courses without record (4 p.m.)Last day to drop courses without record (4 p.m.)May 3, 2013 Location Information Last day to drop courses without record (4 p.m.) | |||||
| May 3, 2013 | Last day to add courses with faculty approval (4 p.m.)Last day to add courses with faculty approval (4 p.m.)May 3, 2013 Location Information Last day to add courses with faculty approval and without record | |||||
| May 3, 2013 | FolkfestFolkfestMay 3, 2013 Location Information More information to come. | |||||
| May 4, 2013 | FolkfestFolkfestMay 4, 2013 Location Information More information to come. | |||||
| May 4, 2013 | Loon Ranger Training WorkshopLoon Ranger Training WorkshopMay 4, 2013 Location Information LoonWatch and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resource’s Northwood’s Loon Protection Program (NLPP) will host a training opportunity for Loon Rangers and NLPP Citizen Scientists. This introductory training will include classroom presentations on loon behavior, ecology, and habitat, a step-by-step introduction to the Annual Lakes loon monitoring program; what you can do to protect loons.
Register on-line www.northland.edu/loon-ranger-training Registration Closes on April 30rd. Maximum of 30 particpants. Snacks will be provided.
Spooner
Agricultural Research Station
Contact Information | |||||
| May 5, 2013 | FolkfestFolkfestMay 5, 2013 Location Information More information to come. | |||||
| May 7, 2013 | For Love of LakesFor Love of LakesMay 7, 2013 Location Information
Darby Nelson has a Ph.D. in aquatic ecology from the University of Minnesota. He taught biology and environmental science to college students for 35 years and did contract writing in environmental science for McGraw-Hill Publishers. Nelson served three terms as a Minnesota state legislator and served on the Lessard/Sams Outdoor Heritage Council. He currently serves on the boards of Conservation Minnesota and the Freshwater Society. Darby has published magazine articles on environmental topics and received many conservation and teaching awards and For Love of Lakes is his first book. Contact Information | |||||
| May 8, 2013 | CascadiaCascadiaMay 8, 2013 Location Information
Filmmakers will screen the documentary, “Cascadia". The film explores the emerging understanding of bioregionalism within the lands and waters of the Northeast Pacific Rim. To view a trailer for “Cascadia” visit: http://vimeo.com/38078416. The director(s) will be available to participate in discussions before and after the screening. This event is free and open to the public.
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| May 9, 2013 | Water Music - Moved to May 16Water Music - Moved to May 16May 9, 2013 Location Information Songs and Readings by Joel Glickman | |||||
| May 10, 2013 | Last day to withdraw from coursesLast day to withdraw from coursesMay 10, 2013 Location Information Last day to withdraw from courses | |||||
| May 11, 2013 | Annual Birding Festival Presentation and Tackle ExchangeAnnual Birding Festival Presentation and Tackle ExchangeMay 11, 2013 Location Information
The LoonWatch Speakers’ Bureau will be providing educational presentations to groups throughout Wisconsin. Presentation and Tackle Exchange at the Annual Birding Festival
North Lakeland Discovery Center Contact Information | |||||
| May 13, 2013 | Intramurals: DodgeballIntramurals: DodgeballMay 13, 2013 Location Information
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| May 15, 2013 | Intramurals: DodgeballIntramurals: DodgeballMay 15, 2013 Location Information
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| May 16, 2013 | Intramurals: DodgeballIntramurals: DodgeballMay 16, 2013 Location Information
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| May 16, 2013 | Chequamegon Bay Nature and Birding FestivalChequamegon Bay Nature and Birding FestivalMay 16, 2013 Location Information
Up at the Lake with Loon Program
Common Loons truly are a symbol of the northwoods – but they are more than that. Their presence is a barometer of the health of lake ecosystems.
The coordinator of Project LoonWatch will take you on a journey into the world of loons and their lake territories.
Learn about their calls, ecology, and unique stories from LoonWatch’s past 30 years.
at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center For more information, call 800-284-9484 or visit http://birdandnaturefest.com/ to register.
Contact Information | |||||
| May 16, 2013 | Water Music: Rain, Rivers and Deep Clear WaterWater Music: Rain, Rivers and Deep Clear WaterMay 16, 2013 Location Information Joel Glickman, professor of music, has created songs about water. He will combine music with readings for this special night celebrating water. | |||||
| May 17, 2013 | Loon Pontoon Field Trips (2)Loon Pontoon Field Trips (2)May 17, 2013 Location Information
Loon Pontoon Field Trips (2)
Search for nesting loons and other birds on Lake Namekagon during this pontoon trip led by staff from the Sigurd Olson Environmental Institute’s Project LoonWatch and the Cable Natural History Museum.
Learn all about loons, threats totheir populations, and what you can do to help them survive, all while soaking up the birds and scenery of the Chequamegon National Forest.
Optional: Meet at the Cable Natural History Museum at 8:30 am or 1:30 pm
Additional Cost: $20.00
Contact Information | |||||
| May 18, 2013 | Intramurals: Volleyball 4 vs. 4 TournamentIntramurals: Volleyball 4 vs. 4 TournamentMay 18, 2013 Location Information
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| May 20, 2013 | Intramurals: DodgeballIntramurals: DodgeballMay 20, 2013 Location Information
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| May 22, 2013 | Intramurals: DodgeballIntramurals: DodgeballMay 22, 2013 Location Information
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| May 23, 2013 | Intramurals: DodgeballIntramurals: DodgeballMay 23, 2013 Location Information
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| May 24, 2013 | Last day of classes/sessionLast day of classes/sessionMay 24, 2013 Location Information Last day of classes/session | |||||
| May 25, 2013 | 2013 Commencement 2013 CommencementMay 25, 2013 Location Information
Celebrate Commencement
Saturday, May 25, 2013 Gathering of the Class at 10 a.m. Procession across Wheeler Bridge Baccalaureate at 10:30 a.m. Presbyterian-Congregational Church, Ashland Buffet Luncheon at 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Craig A. Ponzio Campus Center, *Deadline to order luncheon tickets is May 3, 2013 Campus Buildings Open House 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Commencement at 2:30 p.m. Kendrigan Lawn (If rain, event will be in the Kendrigan Gymnasium) For a complete list of events and information regarding commencement, please visit: northland.edu/commencement | |||||
| May 25, 2013 | Residence halls close for non-graduates (12 pm)Residence halls close for non-graduates (12 pm)May 25, 2013 Location Information Residence halls close for non-graduates (12 pm) | |||||
| May 25, 2013 | Wisconsin Society for Ornithology ConventionWisconsin Society for Ornithology ConventionMay 25, 2013 Location Information
Up at the Lake with Loon Program
Common Loons truly are a symbol of the northwoods – but they are more
than that. Their presence is a barometer of the health of lake
ecosystems.
The coordinator of Project LoonWatch will take you on a journey into the world of loons and their lake territories.
Learn about their calls, ecology, and unique stories from LoonWatch’s past 30 years.
For more information, email Margaret Brasser WSOConventionRegistration@wsobirds.org to register. | |||||
| May 26, 2013 | Residence halls close for graduates (12 pm)Residence halls close for graduates (12 pm)May 26, 2013 Location Information Residence halls close for graduates (12 pm) | |||||
| May 27, 2013 | Memorial Day - Campus ClosedMemorial Day - Campus ClosedMay 27, 2013 Location Information Memorial Day - Campus Closed | |||||
| May 28, 2013 | Grades due (4 pm)Grades due (4 pm)May 28, 2013 Location Information Grades due (4 pm) | |||||
