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Detailed Schedule of Events
The University of New Mexico has planned a broad range of events and activities on and around campus to celebrate the University and President Schmidly's inauguration.
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| Thursday, September 27, 2007 |
| 8:30 am - 5:30 pm |
Symposium,SUB Ballroom
40 Years of Community Activism 1967-2007: Civil Rights Reform, Then and Now
Sessions are designed to promote dialogue about past and present civil rights issues. Featured events include a presidential inaugural lecture documenting the Mexican American Civil Rights Movement and filmed tribute to World War II civil rights reformers. |
| Friday, September 28, 2007 |
| 8:30 am - 5:30 pm |
Symposium, SUB Ballroom
40 Years of Community Activism 1967-2007: Civil Rights Reform, Then and Now
Featured events include a presidential inaugural lecture documenting the Mexican American Civil Rights Movement and filmed tribute to World War II civil rights reformers. |
| Monday, October 1, 2007 |
| 9:00 am - 11:00 am |
Symposium, SUB Ballroom
Connections: Natural History, Aesthetics, and Conservation
Harry Green, Cornell University. |
| 10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Symposium, SUB Ballroom
Linking Time, Place and Culture: The Museums and Collections of UNM
Mr. Michael A. Mares, University of Oklahoma |
| 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Symposium, Rodey Theatre in the Center for the Arts
Connecting the Arts, Humanities and Social Conscience
Featuring Mexican-born performance artist and author Guillermo Gómez-Peña, Director, La Pocha Nostra. |
| Tuesday, October 2, 2007 |
Symposium, SUB Ballrooms A & B
Educating for Innovation:
Connecting UNM to the World's Challenges
It is widely agreed that innovation is the key enabler in meeting the twin challenges of increasing global competition and solving large-scale world problems in areas like energy and climate change. As has been well-documented in multiple reports, particularly the National Academy of Engineering's Rising Above the Gathering Storm, transformational changes are needed in higher education, particularly in mathematics, science, engineering, and business. Educating students to be able to innovate in response to global competition and world challenges will require new understanding and new approaches.
New Mexico is an ideal venue for Educating for Innovation. Senator Bingaman and Senator Domenici, Symposium Honorary Chairs, have played leadership roles in raising the awareness of threats to US competitiveness, the importance of innovation, the necessity of re-invigorating investment in research, and, in particular, the imperative of transforming education.
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| Morning Session |
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9:00 am - 9:15 am |
Welcome, Senator Jeff Bingaman and Senator Pete Domenici, Honorary Co-Chairs. |
| 9:15 am - 10:15 am | Creativity, Innovation and the New Sciences of Learning
Dr. R. Keith Sawyer, Professor of Psychology and Education at Washington University in St. Louis. |
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10:30 am - 11:45 am |
Panel discussion of leaders from academia, the national labs, and the private sector. |
| Afternoon Session |
| 1:45 pm - 2:00 pm |
Introduction, Dr. David J. Schmidly, President, UNM. |
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2:00 pm - 2:45 pm | Three Major Innovative Strategies to Create Wealth and Solve World Problems
Robert W. Galvin, Founder: Galvin Electricity Iniative. Retired CEO and Chairman, Motorola Inc. |
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3:00 pm - 4:15 pm |
Panel discussion from industry leaders who are engaged in innovation and energy solutions. |
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| 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Faculty, Student and Staff Reception, at University House on Main Campus |
| Thursday, October 4, 2007 |
| 9:30 am - 11:00 am |
Reception for retirees at the Science and Technology Park, Rotunda |
| 11:30 am - 1:00 pm |
Symposium, Domenici Center for Health Sciences Education Auditorium
Creating Health Policy to Connect and Improve Community Health
Ed O'Neil, MPA, PhD, FAAN. Professor and Director of the Center for the Health Professions, University of California at San Francisco
Dr. O’Neil is a recognized leader, innovative thinker in research, advocacy and training aimed at assisting health care professionals, health professional schools, care delivery organizations and public policy makers meet the challenges of a modern health care work force. |
| 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
Faculty, Student and Staff Reception, at Health Sciences Center, Domenici Plaza |
| Friday, October 5, 2007 |
| 10:30 am - 11:30 am |
Symposium, SUB Ballroom
Connecting Athletics & Academics
Myles Brand, President of the National Collegiate Athletic Association |
| Saturday, October 6, 2007 |
Explore UNM: Campus-Wide Open House for Students, Parents and the Community |
| 9:00 am - 10:30 am |
Senior Day (high school seniors) Registration, early bird campus tours and residence hall tours.
Student Union Building (SUB) South Mall near the Center for the Arts.
Parents of current students register in Popejoy Atrium |
| 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Student Research Expo, SUB Santa Ana rooms A & B, Acoma room A.
Featuring participants of the 2007 Creativity and Research Symposium, the Native American Studies Indigenous Research Group and School of Engineering students. |
| 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Student/Faculty Art Show, SUB Upper Level Lobby.
Student/Faculty Art Show inspired by UNM Taos study abroad trips to China. Art sales will benefit UNM Taos International Scholarship Fund.
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| 10:00 am - noon |
Workshops/Round One, SUB upper level
- International Opportunities for Students at UNM
Ken Carpenter, lead presenter
10:00 am - 10:30 am, SUB Lobo rooms A & B
A panel discussion about international exchange programs, short-term faculty programs, the new UNM Rome Program, study abroad scholarships, and on-campus opportunities such as the Global Village, the International Living Learning Community.
- Parent Networking and Parent Association Discussion
Parent Advisory Board members, lead presenters
10:00 -10:30 a.m., SUB Mirage-Thunderbird rooms
Join us to discuss plans for the first UNM Parent Association. Provide input, network with UNM parents and learn about existing parent resources at UNM. Parents of current and prospective students welcome!
- National Student Exchange Opportunity
Rob Burford, lead presenter
10:30 am - 11:00 am, SUB Lobo rooms A & B
National Student Exchange offers UNM students an opportunity for educational travel and study at 138 institutions of higher learning in the United States including Hawaii, Guam, and Puerto Rico.
- Starbucks and IPods - are students tuned-in to their careers?
Jenna Crabb, presenter
11:00 am - 11:30 am, SUB Lobo rooms A & B
Come find out what UNM Career Services can do to help students, parents, alumni and community members do to explore a career path. A new generation of college students often stumps past generations and current employers. How do we meet students’ needs in career exploration while meeting the needs of their future employers? Career Services has the answers!
- Using the Internet to Communicate with Your Student
Aaron Baca, ITS designer, presenting along with UNM students
11:00 am - 11:30 am, SUB Lobo Computer Training Lab
The Internet has many advantages for communicating with your College Student. Stay in touch using Email, Instant Messaging, and Internet Phone. Explore the pros and cons of each and learn about the best service providers.
- Student Health 101 for Parents
Dr. Peg Spencer and Dr. Harry Linneman, presenters
11:00 am - 11:30 am, SUB Fiesta A&B
Experienced UNM physicians share information to help keep your student’s mind and body sound during the college years. Learn about the range of services offered at the Student Health Center.
- Discover UNM Online Courses
Debby Knotts, Extended University, presenter
11:30 am - noon, SUB Lobo Computer Training Lab
An opportunity to learn about courses UNM offers online. Students of all ages juggle to fit classes into their busy schedules, an online course provides the option to take academic credit classes in an alternative format.
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| 10:30 am -11:00 am |
Senior Day Welcome, SUB Ballrooms |
| 11:15 am - noon |
Information session for prospective Hispanic students and families, Kiva Classroom |
| 11:15 am - noon |
Information session for prospective Native American students and families, SUB Theatre |
| 11:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Campus-wide open house featuring schools, colleges, departments, the Academic and Support Services Fair in the SUB, museums and galleries and more. Participants include:
- Accessibility Services
- African American Student Services
- Alumni Center, Hodgin Hall
- American Indian Student Services
- Anderson School of Management
- Architecture and Planning, School of
- Army ROTC
- Art, Research, Technology & Science Laboratory (ARTS Lab), at the Digital Media Garage
- Associated Students of the University of New Mexico (ASUNM) Office
- Career Services
- Center for Academic Program Support (CAPS), Zimmerman Library, 3rd floor
- Campus Information Fair, SUB Mall level
- Communication and Journalism
- Education, College of
- El Centro de la Raza
- Engineering, School of
- Graduate and Professional Student Association (GPSA) Office
- Office of International Programs and Studies
- Johnson Center, Celebrating 50 Years Exhibit
- Jonson Gallery
- Linguistics department (Signed Language Interpreting program and Navajo/Dine Language program)
- Masley Art Gallery, education building
- Maxwell Museum of Anthropology
- Parent Relations
- Recreational Services
- Religious Studies
- Sociology department
- Special Programs' Parent Center
- Student Activities Office
- Student Health Center
- UNM Bookstore , open from 10am - 5pm.
- University Art Museum
- University College
- Welcome Center
- Women’s Resource Center
On the SUB East and Northeast malls:
- Campus tours
- Chemistry Magic Show
- Campus Organizations
- South Campus will offer tours, shuttle service will leave from the Yale Mall shuttle stop at 11:15 am and 1:15 pm.
- North Campus will participate in the information fair at the SUB.
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| 11:30 am - 12:15 pm |
Establish a new tradition with us – march along with the UNM Marching Band – meet at Johnson Center field to learn the steps and rehearse before proceeding with the band to lunch at duck pond. |
| 12:15 pm |
President David Schmidly’s Welcome
Join us for lunch at the Duck Pond, from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm.
Lobo Louie and Lucy will be there to join in on the fun. |
| 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm |
Information session for prospective Native American students and families, SUB Theatre |
| 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
Workshops/Round Two, SUB upper level
- International Opportunities for Students at UNM
Ken Carpenter, lead presenter
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm, SUB Lobo rooms A & B
A panel discussion about international exchange programs, short-term faculty programs, the new UNM Rome Program, study abroad scholarships, and on-campus opportunities such as the Global Village, the International Living Learning Community.
- Using the Internet to Communicate with Your Student
Aaron Baca, ITS designer, presenting along with UNM students
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm, SUB Lobo Computer Training Lab
The Internet has many advantages for communicating with your College Student. Stay in touch using Email, Instant Messaging, and Internet Phone. Explore the pros and cons of each and learn about the best service providers.
- Undergraduate Research at UNM: A student's perspective
Alex Washburne, presenter
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm, SUB Fiesta A&B
UNM offers a plethora of undergraduate research opportunities. Hear an insider's perspective on undergraduate research at UNM, its purpose and
its potential.
- Discover UNM Online Courses
Debby Knotts, Extended University, presenter
1:30 pm - 2:00 pm, SUB Lobo Computer Training Lab
An opportunity to learn about courses UNM offers online. Students of all ages juggle to fit classes into their busy schedules, an online course provides the option to take academic credit classes in an alternative format.
- Starbucks and IPods - are students tuned-in to their careers?
Jenna Crabb, presenter
1:30 pm - 2:00 pm, SUB Fiesta rooms A & B
Come find out what UNM Career Services can do to help students, parents, alumni and community members do to explore a career path. A new generation of college students often stumps past generations and current employers. How do we meet students’ needs in career exploration while meeting the needs of their future employers? Career Services has the answers!
- Parental Involvement During the College Years (for Spanish-language families)
Jennifer Gomez-Chavez and Andrew Gonzalez, presenters
1:30 pm - 2:00 pm, SUB Mirage & Thunderbird rooms
- National Student Exchange Opportunity
Rob Burford, lead presenter
1:30 pm - 2:00 pm, SUB Lobo rooms A & B
National Student Exchange offers UNM students an opportunity for educational travel and study at 138 institutions of higher learning in the United States including Hawaii, Guam, and Puerto Rico.
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| 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
BA/MD Degree Program Presentation
Woodward Hall
The Combined BA/MD Degree Program is designed to help address the physician shortage in New Mexico by assembling a class of students who are broadly diverse and committed to serving as a physician in New Mexico communities with the greatest need. It is open only to 28 New Mexico high school seniors planning to begin college the fall semester after their graduation. Students selected for this special program will be enrolled in an eight-year combined degree program at UNM, ultimately earning them both a Bachelor of Arts and Medical Degree. is a new program funded by the New Mexico State Legislature for New Mexico residents. It is a partnership between the UNM College of Arts and Sciences and the UNM School of Medicine. The program is designed to alleviate New Mexico's physician shortage by recruiting highly accomplished high school seniors from across the state interested in becoming physicians in New Mexico's medically underserved communities. |
| 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
Lecture: Marjorie Savage, author of “You’re On Your Own, But I’m Here If You Need Me,” will talk about mentoring your child during the college years.
Rodey Theatre
Savage, a nationally-recognized expert in parental involvement, directs the parent program at the University of Minnesota. Book signing and Q&A to follow! Book table sponsored by the UNM Bookstore. |
| 6:00 pm |
New Mexico Symphony Orchestra performance in Popejoy Hall |
Other suggested activities to do with your student throughout inaugural weekend
- Meet your student's roommate(s), housemate(s), or best friend
- Take a tour of the residence hall, fraternity, sorority, house or apartment where your student lives
- Eat a meal in the dining hall with your student
- Ask your student to give you a custom tour of her or his favorite places on campus
- Pick up a snack at the SUB and picnic at the Duck Pond
- Visit the University Art Museum, Maxwell Museum and Jonson Art Gallery
- Work out at the Johnson Center or SUB student fitness centers
- Shop the Inaugural Sale at the UNM Bookstore for favorite Lobowear
- Take the Rapid Ride downtown, go to the Farmer's Market Saturday morning, visit local merchants, and tour city public art
- Visit the Hispanic Cultural Center
- Take a sculpture and public art tour of campus
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Explore UNM Co-chairs
Laurie Mellas, parent@unm.edu, Kim Jarigese, kjar@unm.edu,
Lawrence Roybal, lroybal@unm.edu, and Cheryl Wallace, cwallace@unm.edu |
| Sunday, October 7, 2007 |
| 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm |
Installation Ceremony for Dr. David J. Schmidly, Popejoy Hall |
| 4:00 pm |
Inaugural Reception, University House on Main Campus |
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