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Environment and Development Conference

20 May 2013 04:00:00 UT

Monday, May 20, 2013 - Tue , May 21, 2013 (all day)
Where: Monroe Hall
Description: The Environment and Development Conference, sponsored by the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, the Darden School of Business, the Department of Economics, and the Center for International Studies, will explore the environment and development through multidisciplinary lenses. The keynote address, the annual Merrick Lecture, is open to the public, on Tuesday May 21, at 9am in the Garrett Great Hall, featuring Michael Greenstone (MIT), discussing "Environment and Resource Economics in the Developing World." Faculty from Princeton, Yale, University of Maryland, Harvard, MIT, the London School of Economics, Wellesley, Tufts, the University of Illinois, and Brown University will share their research on issues such as water quality, conservation, and regulation. Merrick Lecture in Garrett Hall; remaining talks in Monroe 130
Contact: Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy 434-982-6761

Full Moon Hike at the State Arboretum of Virginia

24 May 2013 23:30:00 UT

Friday, May 24, 2013 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Blandy Experimental Farm 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA 22620
Cost: $8 FOSA members, $10 nonmembers
Description: Explore the Arboretum under the full moon. Bring a flashlight, wear comfortable shoes, and join us as we explore the natural world at dusk and after dark. No dogs please.
Contact: Foundation of the State Arboretum 540-837-1758 x224

Australian Aboriginal Art Tour

25 May 2013 14:30:00 UT

Saturday, May 25, 2013 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection of UVa 400 Worrell Drive, Peter Jefferson Place, Charlottesville, VA 22911
Cost: free
Description: A free guided tour of the current exhibitions at the Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection of UVa, the only museum of Australian Aboriginal art in the United States. No reservations are required; parking and admission are free.
Contact: Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection 434-244-0234

Memorial Day

27 May 2013 04:00:00 UT

Monday, May 27, 2013 (all day)
Where: See description
Description: 2013 U.Va. Academic Division holiday
Contact: See description

Cybersecurity Awareness - A View of the Current Cyber Threat Landscape

28 May 2013 17:30:00 UT

Tuesday, May 28, 2013 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Newcomb Commonwealth Room
Cost: Free
Description: The Information Security, Policy, & Records Office (ISPRO) invites you to hear Marc Gaudette, Director of IT Risk Management for Dominion, share his perspective on the current cyber threat landscape. This is the fourth event in a series to promote cybersecurity awareness year-round, not just during October when it’s National Cyber Security Awareness Month.
Contact: Information Security, Policy, and Records Office (ISPRO) 434-924-9815

Australian Aboriginal Art Tour

01 Jun 2013 14:30:00 UT

Saturday, June 1, 2013 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection of UVa 400 Worrell Drive, Peter Jefferson Place, Charlottesville, VA 22911
Cost: free
Description: A free guided tour of the current exhibitions at the Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection of UVa, the only museum of Australian Aboriginal art in the United States. No reservations are required; parking and admission are free.
Contact: Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection 434-244-0234

Public Night at McCormick Observatory

08 Jun 2013 01:00:00 UT

Friday, June 7, 2013 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Where: McCormick Observatory 600 McCormick Road, Charlottesville VA 22904
Cost: Free, donations welcome
Description: Leander McCormick Observatory is open on the first and third Friday night of each month (except holidays) for 2 hours. McCormick Observatory is located on the western edge of the UVa Grounds. Each public night includes observing with all of the telescopes (weather permitting), audio-visual presentations, museum exhibits, and tours of the Observatory.
Contact: Department of Astronomy 434-924-7494

Australian Aboriginal Art Tour

08 Jun 2013 14:30:00 UT

Saturday, June 8, 2013 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection of UVa 400 Worrell Drive, Peter Jefferson Place, Charlottesville, VA 22911
Cost: free
Description: A free guided tour of the current exhibitions at the Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection of UVa, the only museum of Australian Aboriginal art in the United States. No reservations are required; parking and admission are free.
Contact: Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection 434-244-0234

Baseball vs. Duke

12 Jun 2013 17:00:00 UT

Wednesday, June 12, 2013 1:00 PM
Where: Davenport Field
Description: Home Game
Contact: Virginia Athletic Ticket Office 434-924-8821 or 800-542-UVa1

Appreciative Practices in Health Care Conference

13 Jun 2013 17:00:00 UT

Thursday, June 13, 2013 1:00 PM - Sat , June 15, 2013 12:00 PM
Where: Darden School
Cost: $895 healthcare professionals; $450 residents/fellows
Description: Registration is open! Join us in June for this first conference on Appreciative Practices in Health Care. Conference features Dr. Diana Whitney, internationally recognized expert in the field of Appreciative Inquiry, and the faculty of the University of Virginia Center for Appreciative Practice who have emerged as leaders in adapting AI to the field of health care. Highlights include: Concept of Appreciative Inquiry (AI), underlying principles rooted in positive and social psychology, and how to demonstrate their application to interprofessional teamwork, patient care and the individual. Combines teaching presentations, illustrative activities and skill building sessions. Panels will feature members of the UVA community and course participants who have used Appreciative Practices to enhance their team, patient and personal experiences. Unique format allows significant interaction with the expert faculty and participants will receive real-time feedback while learning skills that can be applied immediately. Ideal venue for individuals or professional teams to envision the application of Appreciative Practices to their own work environments with guidance from seasoned professionals. Detailed agenda/brochure at www.cmevillage.com (go to Conferences and Symposia > June) Direct link to registration: http://cmetracker.net/UVACME/Login?FormName=RegLoginLive&eventid=19601 This meeting has been accredited for 15.5 AMA PRA Category 1 creditsTM.
Contact: See description

Baseball vs. VCU

14 Jun 2013 22:00:00 UT

Friday, June 14, 2013 6:00 PM
Where: Davenport Field
Description: Home Game
Contact: Virginia Athletic Ticket Office 434-924-8821 or 800-542-UVa1

Australian Aboriginal Art Tour

15 Jun 2013 14:30:00 UT

Saturday, June 15, 2013 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection of UVa 400 Worrell Drive, Peter Jefferson Place, Charlottesville, VA 22911
Cost: free
Description: A free guided tour of the current exhibitions at the Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection of UVa, the only museum of Australian Aboriginal art in the United States. No reservations are required; parking and admission are free.
Contact: Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection 434-244-0234

Charlottesville Men's Four Miler

16 Jun 2013 11:30:00 UT

Sunday, June 16, 2013 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Scott Stadium
Cost: $25
Description: The University of Virginia Department of Urology and the Charlottesville Track Club present the 9th annual Charlottesville Men's Four Miler! This epic 4 mile race through the UVA grounds finishes on the fifty yard line of Scott Stadium and welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. The race will be held on Father's Day, Sunday, June 16, 2013 at 7:30 am. The only all men's walk/run in the area, the Charlottesville Men's Four Miler was started in 2004 to encourage men to take control of their health, become more physically active, and raise awareness and funds for prostate cancer and other men's health issues.
Contact: Department of Urology 434-962-8740

Sustainability Partners Meeting

19 Jun 2013 16:00:00 UT

Wednesday, June 19, 2013 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where: Newcomb Hall, room 481
Description: *Update on the Earth Week Community Briefing *Current status of recycling and trash bins on Grounds *Farewell to Laura Sprung Location to be determined.
Contact: Sustainability Partners