Note: UMSL Events contains information about events that will occur in the seven days following publication (Friday-Thursday). It contains information compiled from the UMSL Campus Calendar. No submissions are accepted, and since the calendar is self-populated, University Marketing and Communications is not responsible for the content that appears here or its accuracy. If you would like to receive UMSL Events via e-mail, you can subscribe to UMSL Daily or UMSL Daily Events.
Textbook Sell Back
Date/Time: May 10, 2013 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: UMSL Bookstore
Audience: Student
Description: It’s Textbook Sell Back time! Stop by the UMSL Bookstore to sell back your Textbooks. Guaranteed buyback; receive a minimum 5.00 for each textbook you sell. Enter to win a iPad, each textbook you sell enters you to win! For more details visit umslbookstore.com
For Info: Stephanie Eaton at 314-516-5763
Chancellor’s Report to the Community
Date/Time: May 10, 2013 11:15 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: America’s Center – Downtown St. Louis
Audience: Faculty/Staff
Description: In the largest external event put on by the University of Missouri–St. Louis, the Chancellor will be reporting to attending community leaders and benefactors. Reservations are required.
For Info: Cindy Vantine at 314-516-5442
Exam Preparation-Relaxation Training
Date/Time: May 10, 2013 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: MSC Rm. 314
Audience: Open
Description: Learn relaxation techniques to manage stress and maximize test performance.
For Info: Rochelle DeClue at 314-516-5532
Information Systems Advisory Board Meeting
Date/Time: May 10, 2013 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: 104 Express Scripts Hall (ESH)
Audience: Open
Description: The meeting begins at 3:00 pm in 104 ESH.
For Info: Dr. Vicki Sauter at 314-516-6281
New Works: Contemporary Choreographer’s Series
Date/Time: May 10, 2013 8:00 PM
Location: Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall, Touhill PAC
Audience: Open
Description: Four new works mark the return of Saint Louis Ballet’s spring repertory program, co-presented with the Touhill Performing Arts Center. This exciting mixed-bill lineup features world premieres by renowned artist Christopher d’Amboise and Artistic Director Gen Horiuchi that will highlight the dancers’ artistry and technique. The program also features a comedic duet to Rossini’s William Tell Overture choreographed by Dance St. Louis’ Michael Uthoff, and Reflections by The Joffrey Ballet co-founder Gerald Arpino, whose work has had a major impact on Four new works mark the return of Saint Louis Ballet’s spring repertory program, co-presented with the Touhill Performing Arts Center. This exciting mixed-bill lineup features world premieres by renowned artist Christopher d’Amboise and Artistic Director Gen Horiuchi that will highlight the dancers’ artistry and technique. Discounted SNAP student and faculty/staff tickets available – hurry, quantities are limited.
For Info: Ticket Office at 314-516-4949
Weekend Tour – Broad Horn Flat Boat
Date/Time: May 11, 2013 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: St. Louis Mercantile Library
Audience: Open
Description: Join us at the Mercantile Library at UMSL for a free, docent-led tour which focuses on a specific aspect of St. Louis or Missouri history. Our weekend tours provide a wonderful opportunity for lively discussions about topics ranging from the founding of St. Louis to the Mercantile’s art collections, plus much more! No reservations are required. Please call 314-516-7248 for more information.
For Info: Valenda Curtis at 314-516-7248
New Works: Contemporary Choreographer’s Series
Date/Time: May 11, 2013 8:00 PM
Location: Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall, Touhill PAC
Audience: Open
Description: Four new works mark the return of Saint Louis Ballet’s spring repertory program, co-presented with the Touhill Performing Arts Center. This exciting mixed-bill lineup features world premieres by renowned artist Christopher d’Amboise and Artistic Director Gen Horiuchi that will highlight the dancers’ artistry and technique. The program also features a comedic duet to Rossini’s William Tell Overture choreographed by Dance St. Louis’ Michael Uthoff, and Reflections by The Joffrey Ballet co-founder Gerald Arpino, whose work has had a major impact on Four new works mark the return of Saint Louis Ballet’s spring repertory program, co-presented with the Touhill Performing Arts Center. This exciting mixed-bill lineup features world premieres by renowned artist Christopher d’Amboise and Artistic Director Gen Horiuchi that will highlight the dancers’ artistry and technique. Discounted SNAP student and faculty/staff tickets available – Hurry, quantities are limited.
For Info: Ticket Office at 314-516-4949
Textbook Sell Back
Date/Time: May 13, 2013 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Location: UMSL Bookstore
Audience: Student
Description: It’s Textbook Sell Back time! Stop by the UMSL Bookstore to sell back your Textbooks. Guaranteed buyback; receive a minimum 5.00 for each textbook you sell. Enter to win a iPad, each textbook you sell enters you to win! For more details visit umslbookstore.com
For Info: Stephanie Eaton at 314-516-5763
Textbook Sell Back
Date/Time: May 14, 2013 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Location: UMSL Bookstore
Audience: Student
Description: It’s Textbook Sell Back time! Stop by the UMSL Bookstore to sell back your Textbooks. Guaranteed buyback; receive a minimum 5.00 for each textbook you sell. Enter to win a iPad, each textbook you sell enters you to win! For more details visit umslbookstore.com
For Info: Stephanie Eaton at 314-516-5763
Weight Watchers at Work
Date/Time: May 14, 2013 11:30 AM to 12:30 AM
Location: 225 MSC, Conference Room
Audience: Open
Description: Come join Weight Watchers at Work on-campus any Tuesday. A group of faculty and staff meet with a Weight Watchers facilitator on a weekly basis. To initiate the process, follow these instructions: Go to wellness.weightwatchers.com Enter Company ID: 46814 Enter Company Passcode: WW46814 Register as a new member GENERAL INFORMATION: Meeting Times are Tuesdays 11:30am-12:30pm in 225 MSC $39.95/month Includes free access to E-Tools, an on-line resource to help with your success Questions or interest in the program? Contact Teresa Balestreri (ext. 5002; tkb@umsl.edu)
For Info: Teresa Balestreri at 314-516-5002
Reception: PPRC Photography Project – Normandy Proud!
Date/Time: May 14, 2013 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM
Location: Social Sciences/Business BLDG, 4th floor hallway
Audience: Open
Description: Join us for an opening reception to launch this photo exhibit! The Normandy Proud Photography Project connected Normandy staff and alumni with youth currently in the school system and to gave the people of Normandy a chance to reflect positively on their community. The exhibit are on view through September 9 in the PPRC Photography Gallery.
For Info: Becky Pastor at 314-516-5277
Mass and Soup
Date/Time: May 14, 2013 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: Catholic Newman Center
Audience: Open
Description: Every Tuesday we gather at the Newman Center in our Living Room. All are welcome, we are a friendly group and would love to see you. This Mass is very relaxing, so you should check it out if you need some quality time with God. Also, we have a simple but delicious meal of homemade soup and bread available afterwards.
For Info: Rachelle Simon at 314-385-3455
Textbook Sell Back
Date/Time: May 15, 2013 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Location: UMSL Bookstore
Audience: Student
Description: It’s Textbook Sell Back time! Stop by the UMSL Bookstore to sell back your Textbooks. Guaranteed buyback; receive a minimum 5.00 for each textbook you sell. Enter to win a iPad, each textbook you sell enters you to win! For more details visit umslbookstore.com
For Info: Stephanie Eaton at 314-516-5763
Mindfulness Meditation
Date/Time: May 15, 2013 12:15 PM to 12:45 PM
Location: Center for Student Success conference room– 225 MSC
Audience: Open
Description: Mindfulness Meditation is a proven—and increasingly popular—method for reducing stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and a variety of medical conditions. Incorporating Mindfulness into your schedule can enhance your overall well-being and allow you to live your life more fully. These weekly guided Mindfulness activities are free and open to beginning as well as experienced meditators.
For Info: Jamie Linsin at 314-516-5711
The Improv Shop
Date/Time: May 15, 2013 7:30 PM
Location: Lee Theater, Touhill Performing Arts Center
Audience: Open
Description: This hilarious, Chicago-style improv will feature the Armando format – a monologist tells a personal story based on the evening’s theme and the troupe then builds a series of hysterical vignettes that interweave characters, plot, story and other details. St. Louis’ own Improv Shop is known for creating dynamic comedy improv. Discounted SNAP student and faculty/staff tickets available – Hurry, quantities are limited.
For Info: Ticket Office at 314-516-4949
Textbook Sell Back
Date/Time: May 16, 2013 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Location: UMSL Bookstore
Audience: Student
Description: It’s Textbook Sell Back time! Stop by the UMSL Bookstore to sell back your Textbooks. Guaranteed buyback; receive a minimum 5.00 for each textbook you sell. Enter to win a iPad, each textbook you sell enters you to win! For more details visit umslbookstore.com
For Info: Stephanie Eaton at 314-516-5763
