Couch to 5K Lunch ‘n Learn

 

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We all know that walking and running are a great way to stay in shape, but it can also enhance your health by helping to prevent heart disease and high blood pressure, as well as improve your mood and reduce stress. Nate Vandervest, UWGB Assistant Cross County Coach, CSCS, CES, and former Division 1 cross country runner, has a passion for running and will be presenting this Couch to 5K lunch ‘n learn.  He will cover a training plan, as well as common injuries and how to prevent them.  Jolene Sell, Registered Dietitian with Chartwells, Wellness Committee member and avid runner, will discuss the right foods to eat as you train for a walk/run.  Whether you have run marathons, or are interested in starting walking or running for exercise, please join us for practical help, encouragement, and motivation!

Date: Wednesday, March 6, 2019

Time: 12:00 to 12:45 p.m.

Location: University Union, 1965 Room

RSVP: wellness@uwgb.edu

We will also kick off our new Run/Walk Team at this Lunch ‘n Learn!  Our goal is to offer opportunities for employees to train together, share helpful tips and encouragement, provide incentives, and participate in runs/walks together.  Our first run/walk will be the Phoenix 5K at UW-Green Bay in April, so Nate will provide practical tips to help you get ready for this 5K!

Custodian Float

This position reports to the Custodian Services Supervisor and is responsible for the overall appearance and cleanliness of the designated work area.  Work performed in this position includes manual cleaning and maintenance of UWGB buildings.  General areas of responsibility include: cleaning offices, restrooms, and other building areas; maintaining all floor surfaces including mopping, buffing, vacuuming, shampooing, and refinishing; cleaning windows (inside and outside); cleaning furniture; assisting with furniture, piano and equipment moves as required; stocking restrooms and custodial work areas with necessary supplies and products; waste and recycling removal; snow removal and salting of building entrances.  This position will be required to drive a State vehicle and travel between work locations as needed.

For more information and position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please apply by Sunday, March 3, 2019.

Black Bean Chili

Black Bean Chili(Gluten-free)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dry black beans
  • 2 cups onion (about 2 large), chopped
  • 1 cup red, yellow, or green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons dried cilantro
  • 1 28-ounce can tomatoes

 

Directions

Soak beans according to package directions. Rinse. Add all ingredients except tomatoes to 3 quarts of water. Bring to boil, then reduce to low heat. Simmer for about 2 hours, until beans are soft and water is gone. Add tomatoes. Cooking until tomatoes are heated. Add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fat-free sour cream and chopped scallions.

 

Serves 6

Each serving contains about 333 calories, 20 g protein, 2 g fat (5% calories from fat), 0 mg cholesterol, 63 g carbohydrates, 15 g fiber, and 204 mg sodium. To make this recipe gluten-free, use only spices or condiments that are gluten-free. Read food labels carefully and contact the company if you have any questions.

Recipe from the StayWell Company, LLC.

 

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Program Associate

This position reports to the Associate Provost for Academic Affairs and serves as backup support to the Provost and other office staff. The Program Associate is responsible for preparing and disseminating correspondence; acting as administrative liaison between the Associate Provost and campus personnel, including UW-System Administration; and assembling information and preparing materials for special projects. Duties also include serving as administrative support, which includes budget maintenance for the Student Success and Engagement Program, the Gateway to Phoenix Success Program, and the Learning Center. The Program Associate will also supervise student workers, schedule appointments, make meeting and travel arrangements, and maintain program and event files.

The position also prepares and disseminates correspondence and acts as administrative liaison between the Secretary of the Faculty and Staff (SOFAS) and campus personnel. Additional responsibilities include maintaining the SOFAS websites, scheduling meetings/rooms for governance committees, and posting meeting agendas and minutes. The position will maintain electronic and hard copy faculty personnel files and committee records and will perform other duties and projects as assigned.

For more information and position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please apply by Monday, March 4, 2019.

Welcome Heather Masters!

On February 18, 2019, the Human Biology department welcomed Heather Masters as the Dietetic Internship Director.

Heather previously worked at Northwestern Medicine for 4 years. She went to Northern Illinois University where she got a Masters of Science, Dietetics. She did her undergraduate work at UW-Stevens Point getting a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics.

She enjoys trail running, traveling, camping, canoeing/kayaking, snowboarding, cooking, reading, spending time with family and friends. She is originally from Berlin, WI. She has a husband, Jordan, and a cat, Kanga. She is looking forward to moving back to her home state.

Welcome, Heather!

Welcome Jena Fritz!

On February 18, 2019, the Manitowoc and Sheboygan Academic Advising departments welcomed Jean Fritz as an Academic Advisor.

Jena has previously worked for Sheboygan County Economic Support for 3 years, Bank First National for 2 years, and UW-Sheboygan for 4 years. She holds a Masters degree in Student Personnel Administration from Concordia University and a Bachelor of Arts – Spanish from UW-La Crosse.

In her free time, Jena enjoys gardening, baking, and sports when time permits. With two small children, she really enjoys soaking up every moment of their childhood. Her family has a cabin in Shawano and if she is not at home on the weekends, that’s where she will be! Jena plays in local recreational sports leagues and is currently fully engulfed in raising her two children. She hopes to find other ways to be involved and connect to the community in the coming months.

Jena has been married to her husband, Drew, for 5 years and they have two sons, Oliver who is 3 and Emmitt who is 6 months. She is originally from Cascade, WI.

She has been out of the realm of higher education for some time but is looking forward to “hitting the ground running” and getting back into it. She has a passion for helping people discover their potential and looks forward to what the future will bring!

Welcome, Jena!