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November 2008, Vol. X, No. 11

UofL Holiday Weekend in Nashville Nov. 29-30

The "Holiday Cards" are out early this year. On the Sunday after Thanksgiving, Rick Pitino's Cardinals will play Western Kentucky at Nashville's Sommet Center at 2 p.m.; purchase tickets at 502-852-5151. Before then, join the UofL Alumni Association for a 2 p.m. Saturday matinee of the Radio City Rockettes Christmas Show; tickets are $53. Also on Saturday, President James Ramsey will host a 7-9 p.m. holiday reception at the Hard Rock Café Nashville for alumni and friends.

UofL center to help Kentucky schools reduce energy use

	Kentucky school districts spent $160 million on energy last year, but by doing simple things, such as changing to energy-efficient light bulbs, they could trim several million off that bill. UofL’s Kentucky Pollution Prevention Center will work with all the state’s school districts through the Kentucky Energy Efficiency Program for Schools (KEEPS).


UofL gets 11.6 million dollars for diabetes, obesity research
UofL's Institute of Molecular Cardiology will receive $11.6 million from the National Institutes of Health to establish a center of excellence in diabetes and obesity research. The five-year grant is designed to give talented young scientists an opportunity to produce initial data in new fields of study. "This is UofL's third multi-million dollar COBRE grant since July 1 in a highly competitive NIH funding environment," said President James Ramsey.


College of Business expands study-abroad offerings to China
UofL business students now will have the opportunity to study abroad in China. Charlie Moyer, College of Business dean, recently signed exchange agreements with China’s Nankai University Business School and the Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade. The College of Business also has exchange agreements with schools in the Netherlands, Germany, France, Russia, Czech Republic, Taiwan and Hungary, and pending relationships with schools in New Zealand and Poland.

People turn out, take action on Campus Sustainability Day

Students, faculty and staff turned out Oct. 22 for UofL’s first Campus Sustainability Day Fair. More than just showing up, however, they brought nearly 1,500 floppy disks for recycling and said they want to be involved in the university’s efforts to operate in a more environmentally sustainable way. UofL is a member in the Partnership for a Green City with Louisville Metro government and Jefferson County Public Schools.


UofL doctors dedicate new outpatient center
With the opening of the UofL Health Care Outpatient Center in October, patients can now see UofL doctors, dentists and nurse practitioners under one roof. The 169,000 square foot facility on the corner of Preston and Chestnut streets includes the latest diagnostic imaging equipment, an outpatient surgical center, an outpatient rehabilitation center, a dialysis center, pharmacy and laboratory--allowing patients to get tests, prescriptions and other services at one location.

New digital collections provide online access to UofL’s history

	Do you remember the Cardinal Inn on Shipp Street? UofL Libraries has launched two new digital collections highlighting the university’s history through images. University of Louisville Images focuses on the campus's past and present buildings. The Kornhauser Health Sciences Library History Collections contains photos of students, buildings, classrooms and laboratories.


Find latest football news
There are just four more football games this season, and how the Cardinals play could determine bowl eligibility. Don't miss the UofL at Pittsburgh game this Saturday, Nov. 8, at noon. Find the latest Cardinal football news.


Women's basketball ranked 10th in nation
For the first time in UofL history, the women's basketball team has been ranked 10th in the nation according to an Associated Press poll. The team's next game is an exhibition doubleheader with the men's team against Northern Kentucky University Nov. 8. Find out more and locate game times.


Men's basketball is 3rd in nation
The Cardinal men's basketball team will open the season with a lofty ranking, clocking in at third in both the AP and ESPN/USA Today polls. It is the highest preseason ranking for the Cards in 23 years. There are seven BIG EAST Conference teams in the top 25. Get the latest news and television listings for your area.

Upcoming Events

Here is just a sampling of the many great events in November. Find a full listing of campus events and Alumni Association events.

Friday, Nov. 7
Dental Hygiene Legacy Dinner and Reunions, University Club, 5:30-8 p.m. More info, 502-852-5537.

Saturday, Nov. 8
5th Annual Woodward Burch Floss Walk , 7:30 a.m., and Dental Hygiene Legacy Lecture, 8:30 a.m.-noon at the University Club.

Saturday, Nov. 8
UofL Football at Pittsburgh Tailgate, 9 a.m. Tailgate with the UofL Alumni Association at the Monte Cristo Club at PNC Park (adjacent to Heinz Field). $40 (includes full tailgate menu and hosted bar).

Saturday, Nov. 8
Men's and Women's Basketball Doubleheader Reception, Northern Kentucky University Student Union, 4 p.m. pregame reception; 5:30 p.m. women’s game; 8 p.m. men’s game. Tickets to the games are sold out, but come out to a pregame reception with the Northern Kentucky UofL Alumni Club. Free.

Friday, Nov. 14
UofL vs. Cincinnati Tailgate and Game Tickets, 5 p.m. tailgate at Jim Patterson Stadium, 8 p.m. kickoff at Papa John's Cardinal Stadium. The free tailgate features a rock climbing wall, music, games and $1 drinks and dogs. Purchase a ticket to the game for $20 and get food and drink coupons redeemable at the tailgate.

Saturday, Nov. 22
UofL vs. West Virginia Tailgate and Game Tickets, tailgate at Jim Patterson Stadium three hours before kickoff, TBA kickoff at Papa John's Cardinal Stadium. The free tailgate features a rock climbing wall, music, games and $1 drinks and dogs. Purchase a ticket to the game for $20 and get food and drink coupons redeemable at the tailgate.

Thursday, Nov. 23
Red Barn Alumni Association Kelly Higgins Day at the Races, Churchill Downs, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. A portion of the ticket price will go directly to the Kelly Higgins Scholarship Fund. Please contact Jimmy Snyder for more information.

Friday, Nov. 28
UofL Alumni Fall Day at the Races, Millionaires Row at Churchill Downs, gates open at 10 a.m., with first call to post at 11:30 a.m. Make this a Thanksgiving weekend tradition! $35 per person (tables of 8), includes racing program and lunch buffet 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 2
Recent Graduate Personal Development Series Introduction and Overview, University Club, second floor boardroom, 6:30 p.m. Join a panel of experts who will guide you through dealing with finances, career decisions, healthy lifestyle choices, continuing education and more.

Wednesday, Dec. 3
Bowling Green Reception with Law School Dean Jim Chen, Mariah's, 801 State St., Bowling Green, KY, 5:30-7 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 4
UofL at Rutgers Tailgate, Draft Pick Sports Bar in the Hyatt Hotel, New Brunswick, NJ. Come out to the tailgate three hours before kickoff (TBA). Menu is a la carte. Admission is free but RSVP is required.

Sunday, Dec. 7
"A Christmas Carol" at Actors Theater, 315 W. Main St., Louisville, 2 p.m. Enjoy this rendition of Charles Dickens' classic story of Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the spirits of Christmas with the UofL Alumni Association; $25.75.

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