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Week 1: Reality TV
Monday, January 21
Tuesday, January 22
- 3:00pm - 5:00pm Extreme UC Makeover
Extreme UC Makeover
When:
Tuesday, January 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Where:
Front of DUC & Laird RoomThe official start of the Grand Re-Opening Celebration, styled after the popular television show "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition."
Wednesday, January 23
- 7:00pm & 9:30pm Sicko
Sicko
When:
Wednesday, January 23, 7:00pm & 9:30pm
Where:
The TheaterMovie.
Thursday, January 24
- 8:00pm Point Brewed Talent
Point Brewed Talent
When:
Thursday, January 24, 8:00pm
Where:
The EncoreFeaturing The Mud Sharks - blues/rock band.
Friday, January 25
- 4:00pm - 6:00pm Quit-N-Time
Quit-N-Time
When:
Friday, January 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Where:
Basement BrewhausMusic series featuring The Get Down Syndrome - jazz, hip-hop, funk band. Celebrate the end of the work week with great music, free food, and beverage specials.
- 8:00pm UWSP's Got Talent
UWSP's Got Talent
When:
Friday, January 25, 8:00pm
Where:
Laird RoomA combination of all the popular competition/reality shows - UWSP students will compete in the talent show for prizes.
- 11:00pm Michael C. Anthony
Michael C. Anthony
When:
Friday, January 25, 11:00pm
Where:
The EncoreHypnotist.
Saturday, January 26
Sunday, January 27
- 3:00pm - 5:00pm Extreme UC Makeover
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Week 2: Educational TV
Monday, January 28
Tuesday, January 29
- 7:00pm David Coleman
David Coleman
When:
Tuesday, January 29, 7:00pm
Where:
The TheaterThe Dating Doctor. Speaker, author, and entertainer, David is the real-life "Hitch," providing experiences, strategies, and ideas on making your relationships work.
Wednesday, January 30
- 7:00pm & 9:30pm Pursuit of Happyness
Pursuit of Happyness
When:
Wednesday, January 30, 7:00pm & 9:30pm
Where:
The TheaterMovie.
Thursday, January 31
Friday, February 1
- 4:00pm - 6:00pm Quit-N-Time
Quit-N-Time
When:
Friday, February 1, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Where:
Basement BrewhausMusic series featuring Reverend Eddie Danger - cosmic folk with a tribal twist of jazz. Celebrate the end of the work week with great music, free food, and beverage specials.
- 7:00pm Barry Scott
Barry Scott's Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
When:
Friday, February 1, 7:00pm
Where:
The TheaterAn authority on the life and works of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Barry Scott created his tribute to Dr. King to teach a generation of students about one of American’s most violent and inspiring times and the man who mobilized a generation of people and changed the world.
Saturday, February 2
- 8:00pm Battle of the Sexes
Battle of the Sexes
When:
Saturday, February 2, 8:00pm
Where:
The EncoreGame show.
- 11:00pm Bingo
Bingo
When:
Saturday, February 2, 11:00pm
Where:
The EncorePlay bingo for prizes!
Sunday, February 3
- 7:00pm David Coleman
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Week 3: Music
Monday, February 4
Tuesday, February 5
- 10:00am - 3:00pm Summer Camp and Recreation Fair
Summer Camp and Recreation Fair
When:
Tuesday, February 5, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Where:
Laird RoomRemember life at summer camp? Roasting marshmallows, learning how to boat, playing practical jokes? Here’s your chance to re-live it AND get paid! Over 40 camp and recreational agencies will be on hand to interview and hire great UWSP students to work at camps across Wisconsin and beyond. Co-sponsored by SIEO and the Wisconsin Camps Organization. Free for students!
- 8:00pm Mardi Gras Concert
Mardi Gras Concert
When:
Tuesday, February 5, 8:00pm
Where:
The EncoreWith Gold Standard - jam band.
Wednesday, February 6
- 7:00pm & 9:30pm School of Rock
School of Rock
When:
Wednesday, February 6, 7:00pm & 9:30pm
Where:
The TheaterMovie.
Thursday, February 7
- 7:00pm - 9:00pm Involvement Fair
Involvement Fair
When:
Thursday, February 7, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Where:
Most of the DUCYou love it at the beginning of the year… and here’s another chance to show your stuff! Student organizations of all types will be on hand to talk with perspective members. Didn’t get involved first semester? Ready to get going now? Join us for an evening of involvement!
Friday, February 8
- 4:00pm - 6:00pm Quit-N-Time
Quit-N-Time
When:
Friday, February 8, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Where:
Basement BrewhausMusic series featuring Jimmy Linville - indie, acoustic folk. Celebrate the end of the work week with great music, free food, and beverage specials.
- 8:00pm UWSP Horn Club
UWSP Horn Club
When:
Friday, February 8, 8:00pm
Where:
The Encore - 11:00pm Scene It? Tournament
Scene It? Tournament
When:
Friday, February 8, 11:00pm
Where:
The Encore
Saturday, February 9
- 7:00pm Grand Re-Opening Concert
Grand Re-Opening Concert
When:
Saturday, February 9, 7:00pm
Where:
Laird RoomFeaturing Tea Leaf Green.
Sunday, February10
- 10:00am - 3:00pm Summer Camp and Recreation Fair
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Week 4: Entertainment News
Monday, February 11
- 10:00am - 3:00pm Blood Drive
Blood Drive
When:
Monday, February 11, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Where:
Laird RoomYou can save up to three lives by donating blood! Contact SIEO to make an appointment; walk-ins are also welcome.
Tuesday, February 12
- 10:00am - 3:00pm Blood Drive
Blood Drive
When:
Tuesday, February 12, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Where:
Laird RoomYou can save up to three lives by donating blood! Contact SIEO to make an appointment; walk-ins are also welcome.
Wednesday, February 13
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm Make Life Sweeter
Make Life Sweeter
When:
Wednesday, February 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Where:
Alumni RoomLet your taste buds work their way through a room filled with delectable desserts presented by guest faculty, staff and student chefs. Support UWSP student volunteers attending service trips to work on issues such as HIV/AIDS, poverty and disaster relief.
- 7:00pm & 9:30pm American Gangster
American Gangster
When:
Wednesday, February 13, 7:00pm & 9:30pm
Where:
The TheaterMovie.
Thursday, February 14
- 8:00pm G-FAMP Concert
G-FAMP Concert
When:
Thursday, February 14, 8:00pm
Where:
The EncoreElectronica, disco house, rock.
Friday, February 15
- 4:00pm - 6:00pm Quit-N-Time
Quit-N-Time
When:
Friday, February 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Where:
Basement BrewhausMusic series featuring Tom McComb Quartet, smooth jazz. Celebrate the end of the work week with great music, free food, and beverage specials.
- 6:00pm Meet the Robinsons
Meet the Robinsons
When:
Friday, February 15, 6:00pm
Where:
The TheaterP.J. slumber party with movie Meet the Robinsons.
Saturday, February 16
- 10:00am Leadership Night LIVE!
Leadership Night LIVE!
When:
Saturday, February 16, 10:00am
Where:
Legacy RoomThis is your opportunity! Grab hold! Join other UWSP student leaders for an awesome leadership conference. This experience has been created for students by students. You've determined the topics, the speakers, and the schedule for the day. Now take the time to soak it all in. Cost: $ , check out your Guidepoint for $2 off! Sign up on line or at University Information & Tickets.
- 7:00pm DUC Winter Gala
DUC Winter Gala
When:
Saturday, February 16, 7:00pm
Where:
Laird RoomThis semi-formal event will feature the cool jazz stylings of the band Uptown, comedian Pete Holmes to tickle your funny-bone and DJ Mike Thornton to dance the night away. Hors d’oeuvres, dessert bar and winter snacks are a part of admission. Tickets are available at the University Information and Ticket Center in the DUC or at the door. $5.00 for UWSP students; $10.00 for nonstudents.
Sunday, February 17
- 10:00am - 3:00pm Blood Drive
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Week 5: Sit-Coms
Monday, February 18
Tuesday, February 19
Wednesday, February 20
- 7:00pm & 9:30pm The Simpsons
The Simpsons
When:
Wednesday, February 20, 7:00pm & 9:30pm
Where:
The TheaterMovie.
Thursday, February 21
- 7:30pm Bunch of Laughs
Bunch of Laughs
When:
Thursday, February 21, 7:30pm
Where:
The EncoreFeaturing Buzz Sutherland.
Friday, February 22
- 2:00pm Cram-It Give-Away
Cram-It Give-Away
When:
Friday, February 22, 2:00pm
Where:
University StoreAdvance sign up required at the University Store or selected Grand Re-Opening events; winner receives a 30 second University Store shopping spree, consolation prizes for 2nd and 3rd place.
- 4:00pm - 6:00pm Quit-N-Time
Quit-N-Time
When:
Friday, February 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Where:
Basement BrewhausMusic series featuring Tieam US - acoustic experimental comedy. Celebrate the end of the work week with great music, free food, and beverage specials.
- 8:00pm Sean Shiel and Thinner Teed
Sean Shiel and Thinner Teed
When:
Friday, February 22, 8:00pm
Where:
The EncoreAcoustic folk rock.
Saturday, February 23
- 11:00am Babysitting Info and Craft Fair
Babysitting Information and Craft Fair
When:
Friday, February 23, 11:00am
Where:
The Encore - 11:00pm Poker Tournament
Poker Tournament
When:
Friday, February 23, 11:00pm
Where:
The Encore
Sunday, February 24
- 7:00pm & 9:30pm The Simpsons
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Week 6: Game Show
Monday, February 25
Tuesday, February 26
Wednesday, February 27
- 5:30pm Boxes and Walls
Boxes and Walls
When:
Wednesday, February 27, 5:30pm
Where:
Laird RoomBoxes and Walls is an interactive program designed to give participants an opportunity to walk in someone else's shoes. UWSP students, from all walks of life have come together to creatively share how discrimination and bigotry impact those around us. The goal of Boxes and Walls is to identify ways in which we build "walls" to distance ourselves from others and to also identify ways in which to break down those barriers to work towards the goal of mutual respect. Cost: $3 for students, $7 for nonstudents - registration deadline is February 20. Sign up online or at University Information and Tickets.
Thursday, February 28
- 7:00pm The Roommate Game
The Roommate Game
When:
Thursday, February 28, 7:00pm
Where:
The TheaterBased on the classic game show the Newlyweds, roommates will have the opportunity to answer questions about their roommate for the top prize of two (2) airline tickets to anywhere in the continental U.S.
Friday, February 29
- 4:00pm - 6:00pm Quit-N-Time
Quit-N-Time
When:
Friday, February 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Where:
Basement BrewhausMusic series featuring Clinton Miller - solo acoustic guitar/singer-songwriter. Celebrate the end of the work week with great music, free food, and beverage specials.
- 7:00pm - 10:00pm Taste of Wisconsin
Taste of Wisconsin
When:
Friday, February 29, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Where:
Alumni RoomSample cheese, meat, wine, potatoes, beer, cranberry products and bakery that are native to Wisconsin. Advance ticket purchase highly suggested from University Information and Tickets. UWSP Students - $10.00 advance, $14.00 day of event; nonstudents - $15.00 advance, $19.00 day of event. Must be 21 or older to attend.
- 7:00pm Kids Clowning Workshop
Kids Clowning Workshop
When:
Friday, February 29, 7:00pm
Where:
The Encore
Saturday, March 1
Sunday, March 2
- 5:30pm Boxes and Walls