Events for Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Wednesday, October 17, 20126:30 AM - 7:15 AM
Wellness Center Spin Room 282801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Wake Up and Cycle: Level II
Jump-start your morning with us and cycle your way to a great day. Indoor cycling with motivating music, videos, disco lights, and black lights, too! Pedal through a fun cardiovascular workout! Classes are held on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:30 a.m.
Group exercise classes are free for Wellness Center members!
Wednesday, October 17, 20126:45 AM - 7:30 AM
Wellness Center Group Exercise Room 272/274801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
R.I.P.P.E.D.: Level III
The One Stop Body Shock is a "Plateau Proof Fitness Formula" that helps you to create continuity, consistency and challenge in each and every R.I.P.P.E.D. class. The components of R.I.P.P.E.D.—Resistance, Intervals, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance and Diet—help you attain and maintain your physique in ways that are fun, safe, effective, and achievable. R.I.P.P.E.D. is tough yet doable; it will absolutely challenge your levels of fitness and endurance! Classes are held on Monday and…
Wednesday, October 17, 20128:30 AM
Memorial Union River Valley Room2901 University Ave. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Student Affairs Staff Development will sponsor "Constructive Conversations with Challenging Communication" Wednesday, Oct. 17, in the Memorial Union River Valley Room. Sessions are set for 8:30 to 10 a.m. and 1 to 2:30 p.m.; please choose one. The program will be presented by the Conflict Resolution Center.
Items to be covered are:
To identify what causes challenging circumstances
To practice constructive responses to “conflict talk”
To strengthen personal awareness and capacity to deal with difficult…
Wednesday, October 17, 20129 AM - 10 AM
Robertson-Sayre 204370 Oxford St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
This class is for new smart phone owners for iPhone 4/4S/5. Don't have a smart phone yet and thinking of getting one? Check out this class! Tutorials over the basic features and quick tips. Learn how to use your phones basic features as well as using Office 365 for Mail, Calendars, and contacts.
Register early – only 12 seats available. To register, go to cilt.UND.edu, select Training and Development > Workshops, then “Schedule Your Appointment…
Wednesday, October 17, 201210 AM - 12 PM
Memorial Union 3rd Floor Lounge2901 University Ave. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Coffee, Cookies & Conversation is an event that is held throughout the semester specifically for nontraditional students. Each week a featured guest will share valuable information about the campus, programs, and/or resources. Staff, faculty and traditional students are also welcome to attend. The event is an informal gathering of nontraditional students and it will be held at the Memorial Union 3rd floor lounge from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday. Coffee and cookies will be…
Wednesday, October 17, 201210 AM - 11 AM
Grand Forks Public Library Computer Lab2110 Library Circle - Grand Forks, ND 58201
Do you need help with a computer-related question? Drop in for a short one-on-one session with a librarian.
*Librarians are able to provide help on general computer topics only.
Wednesday, October 17, 201210 AM - 11 AM
Robertson-Sayre 204370 Oxford St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Okay, you know the basics and looking for tips to make work easier? This class will be more hands on and will tailor to your learning needs. Check out the latest Mac operating system Mountain Lion and its new features, free tools, and much more.
Register early – only 12 seats available. To register, go to http://cilt.und.edu, select Training and Development > Workshops, then “Schedule Your Appointment NOW!” Open to Staff & Faculty
If you…
Wednesday, October 17, 201211 AM - 4 PM
Memorial Union Loading dock2901 University Ave. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Are you graduating in December? Join us at the UND Grad Expo on Wednesday, Oct. 17, to help you get ready to graduate. The UND Bookstore will be available with regalia for purchase along with class rings, diploma covers, frames and invitations. The Registrar’s Office is available to verify your name as it should appear on your diploma, your home town for the program and to verify the degree you are receiving. Other vendors include: Student…
Wednesday, October 17, 201211:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Energy and Environmental Research Center Lewis and Clark Room15 N 23rd St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Members will enroll/use the monthly pass for $39.95 per month. The pass includes 4 weeks of meetings and e-tools.
The 4 weeks start on the date of purchase of the monthly pass.
Monthly passes are purchased online. See the tab to Enroll at a UND location.
The participants will need to enter: Merrifield, Medical School or EERC as the address (during the on-line registration) to differentiate the UND meeting location.
Payments can be made by…
Wednesday, October 17, 201212 PM - 1 PM
Christus Rex Lutheran Campus Center 3012 University Ave - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Join us for "Theology for Lunch, Faith & Politics" Wednesdays, Oct. 10 and 17, at noon in the Christus Rex Lutheran Campus Center (3012 University Avenue).
What does our faith say to our public policy about Economics, Health Care or Immigration? Join us for a free lunch, and a 20-minute topic presentation and discussion.
Oct. 10 - Economics - David Flynn
Both political parties have a common ground moral issue: poverty. What do we do…
Wednesday, October 17, 201212:10 PM - 12:55 PM
Minnkota Power Cooperative Board Room1822 Mill Road - Grand Forks, ND 58203
Toastmasters International is a non-profit organization which gives its members the opportunity to develop and improve their public speaking abilities and leadership skills through local club meetings, training seminars and speech contests. Experienced professionals as well as beginning speakers can benefit from a practical, face-to-face learning program. Whether you're speaking to the board of directors, your customers, your co-workers or your kids, Toastmasters can help you do it better. You'll learn and practice in a…
Wednesday, October 17, 201212:10 PM - 12:50 PM
Wellness Center 272801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
This is a six week program that will teach the basics of strength training, importance of balance and flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness, with a session also on exercising with special health conditions (such as knee, back, hip & shoulder problems, and diabetes and heart conditions).
Deb is a certified personal trainer for the UND Wellness Center. While Deb is new to UND, she has been working in the Fitness Industry for 16 years as a…
Wednesday, October 17, 201212:30 PM - 1:15 PM
Wellness Center Culinary Corner801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Crock Pot cooking
The crock pot is one of the best time-saving appliances in the kitchen - perfect for the cook with limited time. It’s also great for beginning cooks, because all you do is fill it and turn it on. Hours later, you come home to a house filled with wonderful smells and dinner ready for the table.
Join us in the Culinary Corner over your lunch break and prepare tonight’s dinner for you…
Wednesday, October 17, 20122 PM - 3 PM
Memorial Union Presidents Room2901 University Ave. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) Group meets to explore academic and personal productivity applications for mobile devices such as iPads, smart tablets, smart phones, and iPods. Bring your ideas and questions for a shared learning experience. No registration needed.
Wednesday, October 17, 20124 PM - 4:45 PM
Wellness Center Group Exercise Room 272/274801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
PiYo Strength: Level II
PiYoTM Strength is the perfect fusion equaling strength building, rhythmic movement and power with a foundation in Pilates and Yoga that burns calories while transforming the body. It includes modifications so everyone can participate, yet offers progressions to challenge the more advanced; either way, you’ll get results! It’s a class unlike any you’ve ever tried before! Classes are held on Tuesday and Sunday at 4 p.m. (60 minutes) and Wednesday at…
Wednesday, October 17, 20124 PM - 6 PM
UND Bookstore 775 Hamline St - Grand Forks, ND 58203
Author Eliot Glassheim will read excerpts from his book "Sweet Land of Decency: America's Quest for a More Perfect Union," as well as hold a book signing.
Wednesday, October 17, 20125 PM - 5:45 PM
Wellness Center Group Exercise Room 272/274801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Turbo Kick
Level III
Kickboxing with an edge! This cardio interval based workout combines kickboxing, athletic drills and simple dance grooves, into a high energy routine set to the hottest dance music. Turbo Kick requires no equipment or previous experience. The killer music and great choreography make this class adaptable to any fitness level! Classes are held on Monday at 5:00pm (60 min) and Wednesday at 5:00pm (45 min).
Group Exercise classes are free…
Wednesday, October 17, 20126 PM - 7 PM
Wellness Center Group Exercise Room 272/274801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Cardio Kick!: Level III
Kickboxing moves that burn fat and build muscle.This total body tune-up infuses aerobics with martial arts and basic boxing moves. A great workout for toning the upper body, and shaping your legs and glutes. The only class at UND where it's okay to kick the instructor! Class is held on Wednesday at 6 p.m.
Group Exercise classes are free for Wellness Center members!
Wednesday, October 17, 20126 PM - 8 PM
Grand Forks Public Library 2110 Library Circle - Grand Forks, ND 58201
Open to anyone 18 years of age and over the Writers Group will meet every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Join Fancee Long-Gorski in discussing many parts of the writing process including characterization, dialogue, point of view, and pacing. Please bring your own writing tools, (pen, paper, and laptop) and be prepared to share and discuss. Walk-ins are welcome.
Wednesday, October 17, 20127 PM
Chester Fritz Auditorium 3472 University Ave. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Two members of the hit show, The Buried Life, will speak at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17, at the Chester Fritz Auditorium. The appearance is sponsored by the University Program Council.
The Buried Life (TBL) originated in 2006 when four now 20-somethings, Ben Nemtin, Dave Lingwood, Duncan Penn and Jonnie Penn, set out in an old RV to complete a list of "100 Things We Want To Do Before We Die," and help strangers along…
