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The Irvin L. Young Memorial Library is partnering with UW-Whitewater student organization, Latinos Unidos, for a Fiesta de Primavera (Spring Party) family night to celebrate Latin culture and Spring. The public is invited to this free event on Thursday, April 27 at 5:30 p.m. All ages are welcome to attend.

Several craft activities will be offered, including making alebrijes, papel picado, paper stars, papel marigolds, and flower headbands. Snacks will be provided.

Acompáñennos para celebrar la cultura Latina y la primavera haciendo papel picado,alebrijes de barro, diademas de flores y más. ¡Tendríamos botanas! Este evento divertido es gratis y para toda la familia. Muchas gracias a Latinos Unidos de la Universidad de Wisconsin, Whitewater.

The event will be held in the Irvin L Young Memorial Library’s Community Room located at 431 W. Center Street in Whitewater. There is no cost or registration.

Contact Sarah French with questions at sfrench@whitewater-wi.gov or 262-458-2782.

Editor’s Note: The following was provided by the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.

The Instructional, Communication, and Information Technology (ICIT) Technology Surplus Sale will be held at the Community Engagement Center (CEC) on April 18 and 19. Take advantage of great pricing on used equipment like Macs and PCs, monitors, projectors, cameras, hard drives, and more for your home or personal use.  For details, including examples of pricing, please go to our Technology Surplus information page.

Sale Location:
Community Engagement Center (CEC)
1260 W. Main Street (Next to Walmart)
Room 108/109

Hours:
April 18

• 8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. Early Access*
• 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. General public

April 19

• 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. General public

Shop early because ICIT cannot reserve items, and everything is sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Payment forms accepted: credit, debit, Purple Points, cash, or check. Receipts will be provided for all purchases.

These devices are for personal use only and will not be supported by UW-Whitewater. All devices are sold as-is and may not be returned or used at UW-Whitewater for any reason. Individuals with tax-exempt status should bring in a physical copy of their signed tax exemption form to process tax-exempt purchases.

*Early Access passes distributed to current UW-W students and employees are valid from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 18. The pass admits one individual to the sale during the early access window. All sale rules apply to early access purchases. Current UW-Whitewater students and employees: be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok @uwwicit for details on winning an early access pass!

Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) announced on April 17 he is seeking a veteran for a two-year paid position in one of his Wisconsin offices. The person chosen for this position will work with military service members and veterans to handle veterans-related casework and act as a liaison between veterans, Steil, and the federal government.  

“I’m committed to ensuring our veterans receive the services and benefits they deserve,” said Steil. “My office works with veterans in Wisconsin’s First District each day. The Green and Gold Aide Program will ensure my office is connecting and helping veterans and their families. I’m excited to announce this position and will continue to prioritize veterans in our community.”

Background:

The Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program was established by the House of Representatives to provide employment opportunities for veterans.

The program is limited to veterans who meet all of the following requirements: Honorably discharged, released from active duty within the last six years, terminal pay grades at or below E-5, O-3,or W-2. Veterans promoted to the pay grades of E-6, O-4, and W-3 within 6-months of separation from active duty are eligible, granted they meet ALL other eligibility requirements. Veterans who are in receipt of a 20-year or Temporary Early Retirement Authorization (TERA) retirement are not eligible for the program.

For any questions regarding the position, veterans should contact Steil’s Office at (608) 752-4050.

UW-Whitewater ready to assist Cardinal Stritch students

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater announces its commitment to students from Cardinal Stritch University who are impacted by the institution’s announced closure in May.

“Our hearts go out to the students, faculty and staff of Cardinal Stritch University. The closing of the campus is unfortunate, and members of the community are understandably deeply affected,” said Corey King, UW-Whitewater chancellor. “As the leader of a university that also feels like a close-knit family, I want members of Cardinal Stritch University to know that we are here for you. For those who feel UW-Whitewater would be the right fit to continue their higher education journey, we are standing ready to support and welcome you.”

UW-Whitewater admissions staff will participate in Cardinal Stritch’s general transfer fair on Friday, April 21, at the Kliebhan Conference Center.  In addition, UW-Whitewater will hold virtual open house sessions for Cardinal Stritch students on April 19 and April 21. Learn more >>

UW-Whitewater is guaranteeing the following to Cardinal Stritch students looking to transfer:

• Tailored application and transfer credit review process
• Dedicated advisor for transfer admission
• No-cost orientation for undergraduate students
• No-cost application for graduate students

“We are already engaging with students who have questions about transferring to UW-Whitewater and want to learn more about our academic programs,” said John Chenoweth, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs. “Our university has long been known as one of the most welcoming and accommodating homes for transfer students. No matter when you join the Warhawk family, we are passionate about student success and will do everything we can to make the process seamless for those who choose to transfer here.”

In addition to in-person instruction, UW-Whitewater has offered 100% online courses since 1998. Students who transfer from Cardinal Stritch may have the opportunity to complete their degrees fully online, depending on their program or major.

Learn more about transferring to UW-Whitewater >>

Explore UW-Whitewater academic programs >>

Prospective students can contact Tatiana Fadeeva, transfer admissions counselor, at transferadmit@uww.edu or 262-472-1440.

ABOUT UW-WHITEWATER

Founded in 1868, the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. The Warhawk family — led by caring faculty and staff — is devoted to student success within a broad range of academic programs at both our main Whitewater campus and Rock County branch campus. UW-Whitewater has a special mission to serve students with disabilities and, as such, embraces the principles of universal design and is one of the most accessible campuses in the state. We are a university with an entrepreneurial spirit and championship culture. We value collaboration, diversity and opportunity, integrity, learning and academic excellence, service and social responsibility, and shared governance.

The Aging & Disability Resource Centers of Rock and Marquette Counties is offering the 16- week grief and bereavement educational support group on Wednesday afternoons from 2- 3:30 p.m. beginning on May 10th and running through August 23rd. This is a virtual group. There is no cost to attend. Registration and screening is required.

Who is this group for? The group is for anyone who is or has cared for someone with dementia. Caring for someone with dementia entails a constant series of losses and not just losses related to death. The first 30 minutes of each session will cover a variety of grief, loss and bereavement topics followed by about 60 minutes of conventional support group discussion.

For more information or to register, please contact Rock County dementia care specialist Karen Tennyson at 608-741-3615 or karen.tennyson@co.rock.wi.us or Marquette County dementia care specialist Melissa Klebs at 608-297-3148 or mklebs@co.marquette.wi.us.

Editor’s note: Per Ms. Tennyson, this series is open to all with preference to Rock and Marquette Counties. Space in the class is limited to about 12. People who are interested, whether residents of Rock County or not, are encouraged to call and speak with a dementia care specialist to get more details.

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The Walworth County Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) will offer Welcome to Medicare workshops on Thursday, April 20, at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. This popular educational session will provide information about Medicare for individuals turning 65 years of age, those over 65 and planning to retire, or individuals with disabilities that have received Social Security Disability benefits for 24 months or have End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease).

“It is vitally important that individuals eligible to receive Medicare are aware of the different parts of Medicare, including Part A and Part B, as well as the prescription drug coverage,” says Elder Benefit Specialist Julie Juranek. “Being knowledgeable about premiums and penalties for not having creditable prescription drug coverage will help people make sound choices when exploring available plans.”

The Welcome to Medicare workshops will be held at the Walworth County Health and Human Services building, 1910 County Road NN, Elkhorn. RSVPs are highly recommended by calling (262) 741-3400.

About the Walworth County Aging and Disability Resource Center: The ADRC provides information and assistance to older and disabled adults, their friends, family, caregivers, and the public. We can assist by evaluating your current needs and providing options available to meet the needs of your personal situation.

UW-Whitewater will host the WiSys Big Idea Tournament—a statewide entrepreneurship competition for University of Wisconsin System students—on Saturday, April 22 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The WiSys Big Idea Tournament—which focuses on creating an effective business model—will take place in UW-Whitewater’s Hyland Hall, located at 809 West Starin Road. The event is open to the public, but attendees are encouraged to RSVP at wisys.org/bigidea.

The competition will feature 11 student teams, including:

• Fitness & Strength LLC, Jackson Anderson, UW-Eau Claire.
• Engineering Designs for Communication, Mitchell Bell, UW-Green Bay.
• International Travel Advisor (ITA), Mitchelle Lyle, UW-Milwaukee.
• iSense Data, Jessica Solano, UW Oshkosh.
• Zeki Tea, Alex Ziegler, UW Oshkosh.
• Biz Optimization, Juan Torres Meza, UW-Parkside.
• PoliMarket, Marc Aruguete and George Case, UW-Platteville.
• Productive Practice, Kyrie Kons, UW-River Falls.
• Endeavor Pressure Washing, Luke Heggestad, UW-River Falls.
• Stain Saver Pro, Ben Schmitt, UW-Stout.
• RaritiesMarket, Inc., Chad Tjugum, UW-Whitewater.

To land a spot at the statewide competition, the students competed in a local qualifying competition on a UW System Campus or earned a spot through WiSys’ review of at-large submissions.

The competition was established to connect the Wisconsin entrepreneurial ecosystem to University of Wisconsin students with the goal to help students think critically about their business ideas and implement lean business methodologies. Leading up to this statewide competition, students received mentorship from campus and statewide entrepreneurship experts.

WISYS SUPPORTS ENTREPRENEURS

Since 2020, WiSys has been launching local startup hubs to support local entrepreneurs across the state in UW System-connected communities, including UW-Eau Claire, UW-Green Bay, UW-Platteville and UW-Superior. Over time, WiSys plans to build a startup hub in each of the 11 communities with a regional UW System institution.

These startup hubs, known as WiSys VentureHomes® offer local entrepreneurs “everything your startup needs under one roof™,” including concierge service, resources and a supportive mentoring program.

“The goal of the WiSys VentureHome® network is to seed new entrepreneurs as well as their potential startups,” said WiSys President Arjun Sanga. “The WiSys Big Idea Tournament is an additional way to support new entrepreneurs by introducing them to local economic development ecosystems throughout the state of Wisconsin. The competition is an opportunity for the students to refine their ideas, gain expertise and network.”

For more information about WiSys VentureHome®, visit venturehome.org. For more information about the WiSys Big Idea Tournament, visit wisys.org/bigidea.

WiSys is a nonprofit organization that works with faculty, staff, students, and alumni of the UW System to facilitate cutting-edge research programs, develop and commercialize discoveries and foster a spirit of innovative and entrepreneurial thinking across the state.

The Walworth County Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) will offer the AARP Driver Safety Class on Monday, April 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at its facilities at the Walworth County Department of Health & Human Services, 1910 County Road NN in Elkhorn.

This class is a great refresher on driving techniques and rules of the road and also provides a proven method for seniors to evaluate their driving and make necessary changes to remain safe. In addition, most insurance companies offer a discount for up to three years for completion of the course. The cost is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members.

For questions or to register for the program, contact Chetney Blaszczyk RDN, CD at (262) 741-3309.

About the ADRC of Walworth County: The ADRC provides information and assistance to older and disabled adults, their friends, family, caregivers, and the public. We can assist by evaluating your current needs and providing options available to meet the needs of your personal situation.