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XYZ Invites You to Lunch & Learn About the Webb Telescope
XYZ (Extra Years of Zest)
Invites YOU to Join Us for Food, Fellowship & Laughter!
James Webb Space Telescope
Presented by Dr. Bob Benjamin, Physics Dept. Chair, UW-Whitewater
When: Thursday, October 19, 12 – 2 p.m.
Where: First United Methodist Church, 145 S. Prairie St., Whitewater
What: Lunch ($6), Fellowship, Fun
Chicken casserole, salad, desserts
Who: YOU and YOUR FRIENDS
Why? To learn about our universe!!
Call 262-473-2131 to make a reservation by October 16.
Escape Room Benefits Studio 84
An Escape Room is Coming
Studio 84, a nonprofit art studio located in Whitewater, WI is doing a most unusual fundraiser. It’s an Escape Room with the theme of….well….what else….an art gallery! After all Studio 84 is an art studio, it seems rather fitting.
One half of Studio 84’s space will be transformed into an art gallery called Musee Gallerie 84. The director, Benjamin Kelly, will play the part of the exhibit’s curator Monsieur Claude Restes and founder Deborah Blackwell transforms into Mademoiselle Deborah Noir Bien. A curator, for those unfamiliar with the term, is an art gallery’s key person that organizes an exhibit. The curator and team are the ones who do the research, gather resources, secure the art and organize
the details of an exhibit.
Set with the theme of an art gallery, the ‘exhibit’ Life and Death Through the Artist’s Eyes will be sure to bring on chills and make you put your thinking caps on to solve the clues in order to escape this rather creepy exhibit. Director Ben Kelly states, “Since it will be during the month of October (aka Halloween month) we went with a creepy/scary/horror feeling.”
No knowledge about art or even interest in art is required to visit this gallery because it’s more about the escape than anything else. Once inside an escape room the goal is to escape as the team of ten participants are ‘locked’ inside and need to decipher clues to obtain the code that unlocks the door. All within the one-hour time period.
The Escape Room runs October 1 – 31, 2023 and tickets are now on sale. You can purchase a ticket for yourself and become part of a team of others during the same day/time. Or sign up with one friend or as a group of ten friends. Each time slot has a maximum of ten people with a minimum of five. Team members must work together to solve the clues for the code. Tickets are $30 each.
Studio 84’s founder Deborah Blackwell said, “Ben and I have been working on this for a few years now, not because it took that long, but we had plans to open in 2020 and then the pandemic hit and we had many delays afterwards as our focus was getting the Studio back to pre-pandemic operational mode again. We lost so many of our students and people just weren’t ready for such group events. We felt 2023 was the year and people were ready. So, we kicked into high gear to finish up the details of it. We are truly excited to have this come to fruition.”
All proceeds from the event will support Studio 84’s programing in the arts for people with disabilities and the community. They offer daytime studio time for all ages and all abilities. Kelly states, “We understand the needs of those with disabilities and so have a focus with them
and provide experiences that support their individual needs to help them become successful and discover their artistic, creative side, but know that you don’t have to have a disability to sign up for studio time; we are open to all ages and all abilities.”
Watch the video trailer of escape room here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRQE54Vnzv0
Order your escape room tickets by following this link.
The Greater Whitewater Committee Hosting Dr. Artanya Welsey and Dr. Veronica Warren on Engaging & Retaining Today’s College Student at UW-W
Editor’s Note: The following was provided by the Greater Whitewater Committee.
The Greater Whitewater Committee (GWC) is set to host Dr. Artanya Wesley and Dr. Veronica Warren as guest speakers at its upcoming monthly meeting in October. The GWC’s upcoming monthly meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, October 12th at 7:00 a.m. at 841 Brewhouse: 841 E Milwaukee St, Whitewater, WI 53190. Dr. Wesley is the Vice Chancellor from the Division of Student Affairs at UW-Whitewater and Dr. Warren is the Director of Counseling Services.
An RSVP is required to attend. To reserve your spot, contact Jeffery Knight at: jpk@knightpublicaffairs.com or 920.728.0662 by Wednesday, October 11th.
“We are thrilled to have Dr. Wesley and Dr. Warren update us about students at the University,” said GWC Chairman, Crystal Singer.
Photo By UW-Whitewater’s Craig Schreiner
Dr. Artanya Wesley serves as the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, a Master of Science in Education, and a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology. Dr. Wesley has over 19 years of experience working within four and two-year public and private institutions as well as working at the University of Wisconsin System Administration, serving 13 universities and 26 campuses.
Dr. Wesley is an inspirational leader with a strength-based approach to identifying solutions to emerging trends in higher education. She develops relationships, trust, and respect through authentic engagement and partnership with colleagues, faculty, staff, students, as well as external groups. Dr. Wesley is an innovative and collaborative leader with experience and expertise in student development and programming, university strategic planning, business operations and finance, policy development and implementation, change management, and higher education law and compliance.
Dr. Wesley is a student-centered professional with experience both as a practitioner and policymaker whose academic and personal journeys have resulted in a unique set of skills creating the perfect mix of knowledge, expertise, and passion for today’s leaders in higher education.
Photo By UW-Whitewater’s Craig Schreiner
Dr. Veronica Warren is the Counseling Center Director at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. She is an experienced program director and collegiate professional with a proven track record in streamlining and implementing innovative processes and procedures. She has expertise in fostering strong relations with youth and college students as an educator, counselor, and advisor to improve their performance and quality of life. Highly accomplished in communication, organization, compliance, staff management and program development. Dr. Warren received her BA in Psychology at the University of Michigan, her M.P.A. in public administration at Central Michigan University, M.A. in Counseling at Ashland Theological Seminary, and Ph.D. in general psychology at Capella University.
About the GWC
The GWC is an action-oriented group committed to working with citizens, elected officials, and policy makers to identify, craft, and implement a pro-business agenda. Its goals are to advance the economic, educational, and social policies required to energize and secure the Whitewater area’s economic future, as well as protect Whitewater’s quality of life.
Treasure Hunt : Wisconsin Native Orchids through the Year
The Wild Ones Kettle Moraine Chapter: Native Plants, Natural Landscapes, presents:
Laurie Yahr, a long-time Wild Ones member and Madison Chapter newsletter writer and her wildlife biologist husband, Rich Kahl, have been searching for interesting plants in natural areas at every opportunity. The aim of this program is to share some of the beauty and diversity of orchid flowers so you might recognize one if you come across it. There are almost 50 species of terrestrial orchids in Wisconsin; most are elusive, rare, in trail-less habitats, or just plain tiny and cryptic. Having an accurate search image is only half the battle. There is also timing, appropriate ecosystem and luck. Occasionally orchids occur unexpectedly in violation of all the rules. But sadly, more often they seem to be disappearing from our landscapes.
WHEN: Saturday, October 21, at 10 a.m.
WHERE: South Kettle Moraine State Forest Headquarters, Eagle, S91W39091 Highway 59, One mile west of Eagle, on Highway 59
Open to the Public. No admission fee.
Fort HealthCare’s Pulmonary Rehabilitation program is certified by the AACVPR once again!
Editor’s Note: The following was provided by Fort HealthCare.
Fort HealthCare is proud to announce they have once again received certification for their pulmonary rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). This certification is recognition of Fort HealthCare’s commitment to improving the quality of life of patients by enhancing standards of care.
Fort HealthCare’s pulmonary rehabilitation program is designed to help people with lung problems (e.g., COPD/Emphysema, Asthma, shortness of breath) improve their physical condition to make daily living easier. The program involves progressive individualized exercise designed by a clinical exercise physiologist who will monitor heart rate, oxygen saturation levels, blood pressure and exertion levels to ensure the safe progression of activity. One-on-one and group education sessions including breathing techniques and information on the nature and course of specific lung issues are also supported by members of the healthcare team.
To earn certification, Fort HealthCare’s pulmonary rehabilitation program participated in an application process that requires extensive documentation of the program’s practices. Each program’s application is reviewed by the AACVPR Program Certification Committee, and certification is awarded by the AACVPR Board of Directors. In 2018, AACVPR moved to an outcomes-based process with performance measurements that represent more meaningful outcomes. Therefore, AACVPR-certified programs are leaders in the pulmonary rehabilitation field because they offer the most advanced practices available and have proven track records of high-quality patient care. AACVPR Program Certification is valid for three years.
“This program goes beyond just exercise,” said Lisa Michaels-Bilgrien, Coordinator Cardiopulmonary Services – ACSM RCEP, CEP. “Continuing education and support for our patients and their families is also essential in building the specialized, comprehensive care program and we’re honored to have it recognized at a national level.”
For more information about Fort HealthCare’s pulmonary rehabilitation program, please visit www.forthealthcare.com/clinic/cardio-pulmonary-rehabilitation/
Colleen Voll, Clinical Exercise Physiologist, CEP; Leah Rebout, Clinical Exercise Physiologist, CCRP; Lisa Michaels-Bilgrien, Coordinator, CEP; Amanda Baneck, RN
About Fort HealthCare
Fort HealthCare is committed to improving the health and well-being of our communities, with a vision to be the healthiest community in Wisconsin. As the leading healthcare provider in the region, it is our goal to reach as many members of the community as possible with health and wellness messages, providing tools and resources to help individuals improve their health and quality of life while collaborating with several partners to positively improve the population’s health overall on a long-term basis. Please visit FortHealthCare.com for more information.
About AACVPR
Founded in 1985, the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) is a multidisciplinary organization dedicated to the mission of reducing morbidity, mortality and disability from cardiovascular and pulmonary disease through education, prevention, rehabilitation, research and disease management. Central to the core mission is improving the quality of life for patients and their families. Learn more about AACVPR at www.AACVPR.org.
In the photo, pictured (left to right): Colleen Voll, Clinical Exercise Physiologist, CEP; Leah Rebout, Clinical Exercise Physiologist, CCRP; Lisa Michaels-Bilgrien, Coordinator, CEP; Amanda Baneck, RN
UW-W Women’s Golf Claims Seventh Consecutive WIAC Title
By Angela Kelm
Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Information
Reedsburg, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater women’s golf team claimed the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference title for the seventh consecutive season Sunday. The Warhawks overcame a ten-stroke first round deficit to win the title by 18-strokes. Four UWW golfers claimed All-WIAC honors with their performance over the weekend. Head Coach Andrea Wieland was named the Kwik Trip Coach of the Year – her third time earning the honor in the last four seasons.
UW-Whitewater registered the top team total the final two rounds of the WIAC Championship held at the Reedsburg Country Club. The Warhawks posted a 334 Friday followed by a tournament-best 310 in round two and capped by a 315 Sunday.
Kallie Lux (Janesville, Wis./Craig) led the Warhawks with a total of 229 (83-72-74) to finish as the conference runner-up. Lily Sheppard (Sherwood, Wis./Kaukauna) was third on the individual leaderboard with a total of 239 (81-79-79) and Ellie Johnson (Johnsburg, Ill./Johnsburg) finished sixth with a card of 242 (85-77-80). Lux and Sheppard claimed First Team All-WIAC honors while Johnson secured Second Team recognition.
Kellie Shanahan’s (Wauconda, Ill./Mundelein) 253 (89-82-82) and Abbie Reiser’s (Washington, Ill./Washington Community) 259 (85-88-86) were top 25 individual scores on the weekend and wrapped up the Warhawks’ scoring fivesome.
Haley Myers (Somerset, Wis./Somerset) represented UW-Whitewater as an individual at the tournament and used a phenomenal final round to jump into the top 10. Myers carded rounds of 85-87-73 for a total of 245 to tie for eighth and claim Second Team All-WIAC honors.
Also competing as individuals were Emma Norton (Lanark, Ill./Eastland) (84-86-82-252), Jessica Velent (Buffalo Grove, Ill./Adlai E. Stevenson) (92-82-86-260), Megan Honn (LaFayette, Ind./Jefferson) (89-87-84-260), Emily Akers (Schaumburg, Ill./Schaumburg) (86-87-88-261) and Sammy Galian (New Berlin, Wis./Eisenhower) (91-93-95-279).
Norton was also UW-Whitewater’s representative on the All-Sportsmanship Team.
The league title punches UW-Whitewater’s ticket into the NCAA Division III Championship slated for May 21-24, 2024, at the Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville, Kentucky.
WHS Celebrating Manufacturing Month
October is Manufacturing Month in Wisconsin. WHS students and instructor Mike Fellin attended the Career Fair day at JP Cullen & Sons on Thursday, October 5th.
A variety of large hands-on demonstration areas such as concrete pouring, excavating, and carpentry skills activities were set up to allow students to put themselves into the shoes of the different trades. Active tradespeople shared their experiences, training, and advice to prospective students who wish to join the ranks and talk about career paths in the Skilled Trades.
Thank you to JP Cullen and Sons and sponsors for inviting WHS students to this event.
Whitewater High School would also like to thank the local companies who are sending representatives to our Technology and Engineering Advisory Board Meetings. Technology and Engineering Teachers Mike Fellin and Justin Buntrock, along with Computer Science Teacher and FIRST Robotics Advisor Laura Masbruch welcomed representatives from 10 local companies on September 25 to discuss Youth Apprenticeships as well as fieldtrip and guest speaker opportunities to introduce more students to the opportunities available in the trades.
Article and Photos Submitted by Whitewater High School Staff
lmasbruch@wwusd.org
No Mail Today – Columbus Day Holiday / Indigenous People’s Day in Many States/Cities
Editor’s note: The following is from history.com. The Banner appreciates having permission to use the image on the homepage by Brigitte Werner from Pixabay.
Columbus Day is a U.S. holiday that commemorates the landing of Christopher Columbus in the Americas in 1492, and Columbus Day 2023 occurs on Monday, October 9. It was unofficially celebrated in a number of cities and states as early as the 18th century, but did not become a federal holiday until 1937. For many, the holiday is a way of both honoring Columbus’ achievements and celebrating Italian-American heritage. But throughout its history, Columbus Day and the man who inspired it have generated controversy, and many alternatives to the holiday have proposed since the 1970s including Indigenous People’s Day, now celebrated in many U.S. states and cities.
Local Resident Graduates from UW-La Crosse
UW-La Crosse announces summer 2023 graduates
LA CROSSE, Wis. (October 5, 2023) – The following area students completed degree requirements at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse this summer.
UW-La Crosse, founded in 1909, is one of 13 four-year institutions in the University of Wisconsin System. UWL has more than 10,400 full- and part-time students enrolled in 101 undergraduate, 28 graduate and two doctoral academic programs.
UW-La Crosse, a top-ranked national university, is the No. 1 public university in Wisconsin with fewer than 25,000 students. See more at www.uwlax.edu.
Students earning degrees this summer include:
Whitewater, WI
Katherine Staniszewski, Bachelor of Science, General Studies Major