Unive r sity of Wi scon sin-La Cros se Campu s Activite s Boa rd Pre sent s
CAB Series 2013
cm 0/
PM
40
www.uwlax.edu/cab
2013 CAB Event Schedule
Spring semester events February events ................. Page 4 March events................. Pages 4-6 April events .................. Pages 7-8 May events........................ Page 9 Contact info..................... Page 11 For accommodations necessary to experience any of these events, please contact the CAB office at 608.785.8873.
2
CAB series 1-2-3 Thursdays 1st, 2nd & 3rd Thursday every month | 7 p.m. The Cellar, Cartwright Center Join CAB the first, second, and third Thursday of each month in the Cellar for 1, 2, 3 Thursdays where we bring Local Talent, Open Mic Nights and Game Nights to liven up the Cellar. Open Mic Nights allow the spotlight to shine on the many talented students of UW-L and students can win awesome prizes during Game Nights. The dates are: Sept. 6 & 13; Oct. 4, 11 & 18; Nov. 1, 8, & 15; Dec. 6; Feb. 7, 14 & 21; March 7 & 14; April 4, 11 & 18; May 2.
Free Movie Fridays 6 p.m. showing Graff Main Hall Auditorium 9 p.m. showing The Cellar, Cartwright Center CAB will be presenting free, pre-released movies the first Friday of each month throughout the year. Start your weekend off right with a blockbuster hit! Free Movie Fridays include Sept. 7, Oct. 5, Nov. 2, Dec. 7, Feb. 1, March 1 and April 5. Co-Sponsored with University Centers and University Dining
Come down to the Cellar to watch talented UW-L students, or contact CAB at cab@uwlax.edu if you’d like to perform. Musicians, comedians and other talents welcome! Co-Sponsored with University Centers and University Dining
3
February / March 2013
Jane Fernandes Workshop:
Keeping the concepts of White Privilege,Intersections of privilege, equity, access, and Social justice on the radar
Monday | Feb. 25 | 1:30 p.m. Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition
Keynote Presentation:
White privilege and power in the Deaf community
Monday | Feb. 25 | 7 p.m.
Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition
Reception: Monday | Feb. 25 | 8:45 p.m. Ward Room, Cartwright Center
“Dr. Fernandes will share her experience of the personal and systematic impact of White privilege and power in the deaf community. She will explore the intersections of oppression systems within the deaf community as well as the impact they have on our struggle for racial justice.� - White Privilege Conference 2012 -
Free Movie Fridays: The impossible Friday | March 1 1-2-3 Thursdays: Family Feud Game night Thursday | Feb. 21 | 7 p.m. The Cellar, Cartwright Center Join CAB the first, second, and third Thursday of each month in the Cellar for 1, 2, 3 Thursdays where we bring Local Talent, Open Mic Nights and Game Nights to liven up the Cellar. Join us for Family Feud night, and a chance to win awesome prizes. Co-Sponsored with University Centers and University Dining
4
6 p.m. showing Graff Main Hall Auditorium 9 p.m. showing The Cellar, Cartwright Center Maria, Henry and their three sons begin their winter vacation in Thailand, looking forward to a few days in tropical paradise. But on the morning of December 26th, as the family relaxes around the pool after their Christmas festivities the night before, a terrifying roar rises up from the center of the earth. As Maria freezes in fear, a huge wall of black water races across the hotel grounds toward her. Co-Sponsored with University Centers and University Dining
1-2-3 Thursdays: Local Talent TBA Thursday | March 7 | 7 p.m. The Cellar, Cartwright Center Join CAB the first, second, and third Thursday of each month in the Cellar for 1, 2, 3 Thursdays where we bring Local Talent, Open Mic Nights and Game Nights to liven up the Cellar. Open Mic Nights allow the spotlight to shine on the many talented students of UW-L and students can win awesome prizes during Game Nights. Co-Sponsored with University Centers and University Dining
dancing wheels
Wednesday | March 13 | 7:30 p.m. Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition
Dancing Wheels firmly believes that dance is an expression of the human spirit that should be expressed by people of all abilities. This dance company and touring performance group is the premier integrated dance company in the country, providing the opportunity to people with and without disabilities to express themselves through the art of dance. Reaching out to over 4.5 million people, the company has received national acclaim and has been featured on CNN, Good Morning America, and the TV special “Christopher Reeve: A Celebration of Hope.� Their message of inclusiveness and accessibility is evidenced in over 40 works of nationally revered repertoire from esteemed choreographers and continually strives to keep building on their strong and beautiful foundation. The performance will consist of a lecture explaining integrated dance and a performance featuring dances from the Dancing Wheels national tour. Ticket Prices*>> UW-L Students: $2 All Others: $5 *Ticket prices will increase by $2 on the day of the event> Co-sponsored with SAPA
The Cellar, Cartwright Center Join CAB the first, second, and third Thursday of each month in the Cellar for 1, 2, 3 Thursdays where we bring Local Talent, Open Mic Nights and Game Nights to liven up the Cellar. Open Mic Nights allow the spotlight to shine on the many talented students of UW-L and students can win awesome prizes during Game Nights.
march 2013
1-2-3 Thursdays: Open Mic night Thursday | March 14 | 7 p.m.
Co-Sponsored with University Centers and University Dining
5
March 2013
Queer Cinema Presents In the States: Iowa and My Two Moms with Zach Wahls An In the Life documentary Film Wednesday | March 27 | 7 p.m. 337 Cartwright Center
Zach Wahls discusses growing up with his two mothers and sister in this compelling film about what really makes a family. After testifying in front of the Iowa House Judiciary Committee and speaking against a proposed constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage in the state of Iowa, Wahls found himself in the national spotlight, which he has since thoroughly embraced and used to help shed light on this human rights issue. Feeling like an outsider and being afraid of being made fun or judged for his family, Wahls is able to reach out to others and share his story to help others in need. This film will supplement Zach Wahls lecture at UW-L on April 15, 2013. Sponsored by Rainbow Unity/Pride Center
1-2-3 Thursdays: jesse Comedian Thursday | March 28 | 7 p.m.
campbell
The Cellar, Cartwright Center Jessi Campbell creates boisterous laughs that have been featured on CMT’s Next Big Comic and can be regularly seen in Life and Style Magazine. She was esteemed to be part of the Army I.AM.STRONG tour in 2010 where she performed in front of thousands of men and women in the armed services. Since 2008 Jessi has performed at Gilda’s LaughFest, The Boston Comedy Festival, The Great American Comedy Festival, San Francisco SketchFest, and was the People’s Choice winner at the 2009 Aspen Rooftop Comedy Festival. 6
Co-Sponsored with University Centers and University Dining
Found Footage Festival Monday | April 1 | 7:30 p.m. Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition Wisconsin natives Nick Prueher and Joe Pickett began a unique collection in 1991 when they stumbled upon a video entitled “Inside ad Outside Custodial Duties� at a McDonalds. Ever since they have acquired a vastly unique gold mine of video oddities that they gladly share with the world. Their collection will make you laugh, smile, and wonder how on earth they found such gems. Pickett was formerly a video technician and Prueher was formerly a Segment Producer for the Late Show with David Letterman. Both have written for The Onion and Entertainment Weekly and directed the documentary Dirt Country, winning the audience award at he South by Southwest Film Festival.
1-2-3 Thursdays: Local Talent TBA Thursday | April 4 | 7 p.m. The Cellar, Cartwright Center Join CAB the first, second, and third Thursday of each month in the Cellar for 1, 2, 3 Thursdays where we bring Local Talent, Open Mic Nights and Game Nights to liven up the Cellar. Open Mic Nights allow the spotlight to shine on the many talented students of UW-L and students can win awesome prizes during Game Nights.
Free Movie Fridays Friday | April 5 6 p.m. showing Graff Main Hall Auditorium 9 p.m. showing The Cellar, Cartwright Center CAB will be presenting free, pre-released movies the first Friday of each month throughout the year. Start your weekend off right with a blockbuster hit! Co-Sponsored with University Centers and University Dining
Co-Sponsored with University Centers and University Dining
The Cellar, Cartwright Center Join CAB the first, second, and third Thursday of each month in the Cellar for 1, 2, 3 Thursdays where we bring Local Talent, Open Mic Nights and Game Nights to liven up the Cellar. Open Mic Nights allow the spotlight to shine on the many talented students of UW-L and students can win awesome prizes during Game Nights.
april 2013
1-2-3 Thursdays: Open Mic NIGHT Thursday | April 11 | 7 p.m.
Co-Sponsored with University Centers and University Dining
7
April 2013
Zach Wahls
lecture Monday | April 15 | 7:30 p.m. Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition On January 31, 2011, Zach Wahls captured the nations attention when, as a 19-year-old University of Iowa student, he testified in front of the Iowa House Judiciary Committee regarding the proposed constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage in Iowa. As a man who was raised by two moms, Zach felt passionate about defending his mothers’ and others rights. His testimony, after being filmed and posted to youtube.com, went viral receiving 1.5 million views in just two weeks and exceeding 15 million by April 2012. Zach has become vocal about his family and the importance of equal treatment and marriage rights of people who identify as LGBTQQIA and is a major force in the movement for gay rights. Ticket Prices*>> UW-L Students: $2 All Others: $5 * Ticket prices will increase by $2 on the day of the event.
Co-Sponsored with Rainbow Unity/Pride Center
1-2-3 Thursdays: Game night With Prizes Thursday | April 18 | 7 p.m. The Cellar, Cartwright Center Join CAB the first, second, and third Thursday of each month in the Cellar for 1, 2, 3 Thursdays where we bring Local Talent, Open Mic Nights and Game Nights to liven up the Cellar. Open Mic Nights allow the spotlight to shine on the many talented students of UW-L and students can win awesome prizes during Game Nights. 8
Co-Sponsored with University Centers and University Dining
1-2-3 Thursdays: Local Talent TBA Thursday | May 2 | 7 p.m. The Cellar, Cartwright Center Join CAB the first, second, and third Thursday of each month in the Cellar for 1, 2, 3 Thursdays where we bring Local Talent, Open Mic Nights and Game Nights to liven up the Cellar. Open Mic Nights allow the spotlight to shine on the many talented students of UW-L and students can win awesome prizes during Game Nights. Co-Sponsored with University Centers and University Dining
madHatters a capella group Friday | May 3 Time & Location TBA
May 2013
For the third year in a row a Wisconsin musical tradition, the UW-MadHatters, return to La Crosse, and this time for an OUTDOOR concert. Easily the most-talented male a capella group in Wisconsin, if not the country, graces the UW-La Crosse campus with their distinctly energetic repertoire and unforgettable show. The MadHatters have had incredible success touring across the United States and Mexico, singing the National Anthem at Miller Park, and even performing for the President of United States. Bringing their trademark red jackets and charm, this is one Wisconsin tradition that UW-La Crosse is sure to embrace for years to come. Co-Sponsored with Relay for Life an the American Cancer Society
9
2013 CAB Event Schedule
Date Event
Time Venue
2/21 1, 2, 3 Thursday: Family Feud Game Night 2/25 Jane Fernandes: Workshop (1:30 p.m.) & Keynote (7 p.m.) 3/1 Free Movie Friday: The Impossible 3/7 1, 2, 3 Thursday: Local Talent TBA 3/13 Dancing Wheels 3/14 1, 2, 3 Thursday: Open Mic Night 3/17 In the States: Iowas and My Two Moms with Zach Wahls 3/28 1, 2, 3 Thursday: Jessi Campbell, Comedian 4/1 Found Footage Festival 4/4 1, 2, 3 Thursday: Local Talent TBA 4/5 Free Movie Friday 4/11 1, 2, 3 Thursday: Open Mic Night 4/15 Zach Wahls: Lecture 4/18 1, 2, 3 Thursday: Game Night with Prizes 5/2 1, 2, 3 Thursday: Local Talent TBA 5/3 MadHatters
7 p.m. 1:30 & 7 p.m. 6 & 9 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 6 & 9 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. TBA
ticket price UW-L student All others
Cellar Valhalla Graff/Cellar Cellar Valhalla Cellar 337 Cartwright Cellar Valhalla Cellar Graff/Cellar Cellar Valhalla Cellar Cellar TBA
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A $2* $5* N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A $2* $5* N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
black
cmyk 0/100/64/48
UW-L student or faculty/staff prices only valid with current ID (one per ID) • Valhalla is located in Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition. • The Cellar is located in the lower level of Cartwright Center. • REC is Recreational Eagle Center on Farwell Street. • 1-Viterbo Nursing Center, Room 196 (Jackson and 10th Streets). • 2-Viterbo Recital Hall in Fine Arts Center building on 929 Jackson St. • 3-Blue Cup Coffee House is on 14th and Pine Streets.
PMS 202 Tickets are available at the Cartwright Center Information Counter. Hours: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. | Weekend hours: Noon until event. Tickets can be purchased by credit card over the phone or to request disability accommodations at 608.785.8898. *All ticket prices will go up $2 on the day of show, including events marked free. tickets are not available for Events marked N/a, and admission is free.
10
white
black + PMS 202
Mission:
We believe in providing educational and entertaining events to the La Crosse campus and community. We hope to challenge individual thought through performing arts and lectures, evoke laughter and fun through comedians and special events and be inclusive to all walks of life. The programming process of CAB provides growth and leadership development to any student who chooses to participate.
Acknowledgements:
Campus Activities Board would like to thank everyone in the past who has attended events and those attending our events this year. We also appreciate the support of the Student Association, the Office of Residence Life, all campus departments and organizations, and community members and businesses. Also, a special thanks to University Centers for their continued support in making it all possible.
President:
Megan Mundt
Vice President of Membership:
Lindsay Robertson
Director of Public Relations:
Director of Finance:
Kelly McClone
All students are encouraged to get involved in CAB. CAB members gain valuable experience in selecting, contracting, planning and promoting events. Meetings are every Tuesday from 5-6 p.m., in 259 Cartwright Center.
Contact Information Cartwright Center, lower level in Org Zone Megan Mundt, CAB president Phone: 608.785.8873 email: cab@uwlax.edu CONTACT OUR ADVISERS AT 608.785.8866: Jaralee Richter Billy Werb Tevelung Lee
Felicia Geray Laramie Hren
Event Coordinators: Brittany Lehrer Courtney Coonen David Jergenson Emily Swiecichowski Liz Hitzel Megan Moneta
www.uwlax.edu/cab
ABOUT CAB / Contact info
Director of Selection:
Join CAB!
11