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Here’s what was featured on UofLNews on Thursday, May 19, 2016:
- School yard becomes latest urban laboratory in Louisville. Read more.
- UofL working to create ‘next generation of women and minority researchers/mentors. Read more.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Twenty-four CEHD faculty and students recently spent 12 days in Belize teaching and learning. Check the International Teaching Experience blog for their stories and photos from the trip.
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Campus-Submitted Announcement List
Miscellaneous
1.) POSTPONED to June 3: Cards Under the Stars featuring ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’
2.) Major parking, traffic changes coming to Speed School, Floyd Street June 1
Health and Wellness
3.) Who says functional fitness can’t be fun?
4.) Get Fit in 20 at HSC and Shelby Campus
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Campus-Submitted Announcements
Miscellaneous
1.) POSTPONED to June 3: Cards Under the Stars featuring ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’
June 3, 6:30 p.m., on the lawn between the Natural Sciences Building and Grawemeyer Hall, movie begins at dusk; Free admission
Due to predicted rain, Cards Under the Stars featuring “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” is now Friday, June 3. Grab a blanket, lawn chairs and a cooler and bring the family for a fun-filled night of activities and a screening of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” Let the kids enjoy our inflatable park, play games and meet Star Wars characters. Bring a picnic or purchase concessions onsite. And don’t forget, Cards under the Stars returns June 24 with “Zootopia” and July 22 with “Inside Out.” Cards under the Stars is sponsored by Commonwealth Credit Union.
Additional Information: Watch the calendar for additional information and weather updates. Contact Brandy Warren, 852-6171
2.) Major parking, traffic changes coming to Speed School, Floyd Street June 1
Major parking changes near Speed School and continued road construction near the Swain Student Activities Center are on tap for Belknap Campus beginning on June 1. Details are available online.
Health and Wellness
3.) Who says functional fitness can’t be fun?
Saturdays 9:30-10:15 a.m., Get Healthy Now Wellness Center, Humana Gym; Free for GHN Wellness Center members
Functional fitness focuses on core fitness that can easily translate into daily activities and incorporates all of the major muscle groups as well as the muscles you never knew you had. You will get efficient quality functional movements that will enhance and nourish your spine, revitalize your postural muscles and strengthen your core with every movement. Exercises are shown at different skill levels so each person can work to their own individual competency.
Additional Information: Facebook, website, email, 852-7755
4.) Get Fit in 20 at HSC and Shelby Campus
May 23, 12-12:30 p.m., Burhans Hall, Room 158, Shelby; May 26, 12-12:30 p.m., School of Dentistry, Room 230, HSC
Get Healthy Now is coming to the Shelby and HSC campus for “Fit in 20.” Join us outside for a quick boost to your day with our certified Health Fitness Specialist. Fit in 20 is for all fitness levels from beginner to advanced. Athletic shoes recommended.
Additional Info: RSVP via email or 852-7755
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