Computer Science Colloquium
March 25, 2013
7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Monroe Hall, Room 116
Attend the Computer Science Colloquium to learn about revolutionary new approaches to pursuing treatments and cures for neglected and rare diseases. Featuring Dr. Charlotte Berkes and Dr. Jimmy Franco from Merrimack College.
For more information, email jcampbe2@umw.edu.
On Tuesday, March 19, UMW will celebrate Women’s History Month with a keynote address by Camille Cooper. The lecture will being at 7 p.m. in Woodard Campus Center’s Great Hall. Cooper worked as a professional actress for more than 14 years, appearing in five motion pictures, more than 10 television serieses and countless print and broadcast commercials. Now the director of legislative affairs for PROTECT, Cooper delivers an engaging and humorous account of our culture’s obsession with male and female beauty ideals. The lecture is sponsored by the Campus Academic Resources Committee and the James Farmer Multicultural Center.
On Thursday, March 21, the Women’s History Month celebration will continue with a screening of “Call + Response,” a 2008 documentary film about human rights activism against human trafficking and slavery. The film will begin at 6 p.m. in Lee Hall, Room 411. After the film, Special Agent David Rogers of the FBI ‘s Civil Rights Unit, Sara Pomeroy, founder and director of the Richmond Justice Initiative and Kate Jordan, executive director of Taskforce Shepherd and justice advocate for International Justice Mission, will facilitate a discussion. The film screening event is co-sponsored by the SGA Diversity Unity Coordinating Committee, the Office of Student Life, the James Farmer Multicultural Center, the Women’s and Gender Studies Program and Women of Color.
The UMW Small Business Development Center recently awarded the 2013 Virginia Veteran Owned Small Business of the Year Awards to two Stafford-based businesses. The recipients are Thomas Keogh, owner of Corp Solutions LLC, and Christopher Sharon, owner of Adaptive Training and Consulting Services LLC. These awards are a tribute to their commitment to business development and the community where they reside and serve.
The Multicultural Fair is one of the largest, most anticipated events hosted at the University of Mary Washington. The Multicultural Fair features over 30 performances, multicultural vendors, great ethnic food, and kid-friendly activities. If you are interested in serving as a volunteer, please attend the Multicultural Fair meeting on Monday, March 25 at 4 p.m. in Lee Hall, room 412. For additional questions about volunteer opportunities, go to the James Farmer Multicultural Center’s website at http://students.umw.edu/multicultural/fair/volunteering/, or contact the James Farmer Multicultural Center at 540-654-1044, or email at umwjfmc@gmail.com.
Celebrities aren’t the only ones reaping the benefits of Weight Watchers. Here’s what our own Shannon Finley has to say about her accomplishments with Weight Watchers @ Work on the Fredericksburg campus:
“When I started Weight Watchers in May 2012, I was nervous, excited and anxious all at once,” said Shannon, who works in the purchasing department. “Not only did I have a long road ahead of me, I was not sure if I could even stick with Weight Watchers long enough for the program to make a difference. I had tried Weight Watchers before on my own, with very little success. But this time was different, I had the at-work group to help encourage and support me along the way. Having the support of the group made all the difference. With WW@W, not only have I been able to stick with the program, I have been able to lose over 60 pounds and am well over half way to my healthy weight goal. I am excited to continue the WW@W program and reach my goal, and with the support and encouragement of my peers, I know I will!”
Want to experience your own success? Check out the next meeting at noon Wednesday, March 13 in the Red Room of Woodard Campus Center. Enjoy some snacks and join your coworkers in some fun and the key to a healthier way of life. Want more information? Contact Shannon at sfinley@umw.edu or 654-1382.
