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Here’s what was featured on UofLNews on Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016:
- Move-in day kicks off college experience for hundreds of students. Read more.
- New Hite exhibition asks participants to use sense of touch to enjoy art. Read more
- UofL Doctor of Nursing Practice program welcomes first students. Read more.
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Did You Know?
Of UofL’s nearly 2,800 incoming freshmen, 13.5 percent are African American and 4.1 percent are Hispanic/Latino. Jenny Sawyer, executive director of admissions, believes this is a new record for racial diversity at the university.
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Campus-Submitted Announcement List
Miscellaneous
1.) UofL School of Medicine hosting LGBTQ Health Summit
2.) MLK Scholar Program to welcome students
3.) Only one month left to nominate a nurse
4.) City Café offering free food samples Friday
Health and Wellness
5.) Take 20 for GHN’s Barre Bones
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Campus-Submitted Announcements
Miscellaneous
1.) UofL School of Medicine hosting LGBTQ Health Summit
Sept. 12, 8:30 a.m. -4 p.m., UofL School of Medicine
Keynote Speaker: Jennifer Potter, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine, Advisory Dean & Director of the Castle Society at Harvard Medical School, Director of Women’s Health Research at the Fenway Institute. There are multiple opportunities for medical educators and community clinicians. Dr. Potter will facilitate the first three sessions. CME Credit Offered, RSVP required for lunch. Sponsored by the Undergraduate Medical Education Office, Office for Community Engagement and Diversity, and the LGBT Center.
Additional Information: Register online
2.) MLK Scholar Program to welcome students
August 19, 9-10 a.m., Chao Auditorium, Ekstrom Library
The campus community is invited to join the University of Louisville Martin Luther King Scholar Program as we celebrate the 4th incoming class of King Scholars. This mentored scholar program includes a scholarship, which is awarded annually to 10 African American or Latino high school graduates. The MLK Scholar Program is designed to develop critical thinking skills, engage in self exploration, and establish an appreciation for civic engagement.
Additional Information: Leondra Gully
3.) Only one month left to nominate a nurse
To recognize the life-changing work of nurses, the School of Nursing is hosting the third annual Florence Nightingale Awards in Nursing. We invite you to nominate a nurse by submitting an essay of no more than 200 words explaining how a registered nurse – employed anywhere in KY or Southern IN – has impacted, improved, elevated, and/or inspired others. Nominations must be received by Sept. 8. Winners will receive a cash award and commemorative plaque during the awards dinner on Nov. 3.
Additional Information: Karen Rose, 852-5825, website
4.) City Café offering free food samples Friday
Aug. 19, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Belknap Campus
City Café is celebrating the opening of its new facility in the Duthie Center on Belknap Campus Friday morning. The restaurant will offer free samples of its food and half-price coffee to patrons Friday morning from 9 a.m.to 11 a.m.
Health and Wellness
5.) Take 20 for GHN’s Barre Bones
August 19, 12:30-12:50 p.m., Room 114, Humanities Building, Belknap Campus; Free for UofL Employees, Retirees, Spouse/QA
Our certified Barre instructor will teach you about overall bone health and how to improve your posture by performing various barre poses and exercises. Suitable for all fitness levels.
Additional Information: Website, email, 852-7755
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