Week of February 19, 2024
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SVSU Board Approves University Funding for Lake Huron Environmental Research Station
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The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control has authorized $2.5 million of university funding to support construction of a $10 million facility along the Saginaw River, near the river mouth with Saginaw Bay. The approval came during the Board’s regular meeting Monday, Feb. 19.
When completed, SVSU’s Lake Huron Environmental Research Station will be the first university environmental research facility on Lake Huron. Construction is expected to begin in 2025. The project previously received $7.5 million in funding from the State of Michigan as part of legislation signed into law last December.
The research station will build upon SVSU’s relationships with several partner agencies to improve public health and expand scientific understanding in the Saginaw Bay watershed.
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SVSU Choral Program to Host Regional Choirs for Concert
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The SVSU choral program will host regional high school choirs for an evening of music collaboration on Wednesday, Feb. 28, at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
SVSU’s Concert Choir and Cardinal Singers will be joined by students from Birch Run Area Schools, led by Gail Worden; students from Caro Public Schools, led by Heather Morse; and students from Shepherd Public Schools, directed by Claire (Barckholtz) Ingersoll (B.A. ’21). Each choir will perform its own pieces, and the event will be opened and closed by a mass choir of 110 students conducted by Letícia Grützmann, assistant professor of music and director of choral studies.
This concert is free and open to the public; tickets are required.
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Foundation Secures Matching Gift Commitment for Giving Days
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The SVSU Foundation’s Oppor2nity Days fundraising campaign will receive a boost from the Foundation board of directors. Board members have committed to offer over $5,000 in matching funds to date, doubling the impact of donors’ gifts. Matching funds provide a powerful incentive for donors who want to amplify the impact of their support.
Oppor2nity Days, formerly 2/2 for SVSU, will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 19 and 20.
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SVSU Nursing Featured on TV5
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February is Heart Health Month, and WNEM TV5 visited campus on Wednesday, Feb. 21, to learn about SVSU′s nursing program. “Wake-Up” host Lauren Piesko broadcast live from the nursing simulation lab and spoke with students and faculty, who brought awareness to Heart Health Month, SVSU’s part-time nursing program and the “Be the Match” effort.
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Students Hear From Billy Joel′s Music Director/Keyboardist
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On Feb. 12 and 13, students and the public were treated to a visit from David Rosenthal, musical director and keyboardist for Billy Joel.
Rosenthal met with students in SVSU’s theatre and music programs. In addition to holding a masterclass with music students on jazz improvisation and song composition, he talked about music and theatre technology and made a presentation during the music majors convocation. Rosenthal’s visit culminated in a public lecture and recital that drew visitors from the region and beyond.
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Open Forum: HLC Site Visit
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The second Higher Learning Commission open forum will take place on Tuesday, March 12, from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the Seminar Rooms. This is your opportunity to learn updates and insights about the upcoming site visit from the Higher Learning Commission, which is an important step in our commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in higher education. All faculty and staff are invited to participate.
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Feb. 21-25: 'Noises Off'
The SVSU theatre department presents the farce “Noises Off.” Performances continue Friday, Feb. 23-Saturday, Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 25 at 3 p.m. in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
March 2: SVSU Night at the Red Wings
Bring your friends and family to cheer on the Red Wings against the Florida Panthers on Saturday, March 2, at 3 p.m.
March 19-20: SVSU Oppor2nity Days
Support scholarships that will help Cardinals stay in school and on track to graduation!
If you typically support SVSU students with a payroll deduction gift during the day of giving initiative, you may want to make a gift now to take advantage of more pay periods.
Now-May 4: Richmond Barthé Exhibit
Works by Harlem Renaissance sculptor Richmond Barthé will be on exhibit at the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum through May 4.
You can find more events by navigating to Events & Calendars in the blue left-hand navigation in the MySVSU portal.
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49th Cardinal Football Season Schedule Announced
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SVSU football released the schedule for the 2024 season, the program’s 49th.
The season begins with a Thursday game as the Cardinals travel to Winona State on September 5. The first home game will be held Saturday, Sept. 21, when the Cardinals host Truman State University for the annual Red Feather Game.
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Cardinals at Home and on the Road
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The SVSU tennis team hosts Roosevelt University on Friday, Feb. 23, at the Midland Tennis Center. Matches begin at 11 a.m.
Cardinal baseball travels to Cedarville for games Friday and Saturday, Feb. 23 and 24.
The softball team will be on the road in Harrogate, Tenn. To meet Lincoln Memorial University for a doubleheader on Friday, Feb. 23. They’ll remain in Harrogate to play in the 2024 Abe’s Invitational on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 24 and 25.
SVSU basketball hosts Michigan Tech on Saturday, Feb. 24. The women play at 1 p.m. with the men’s game following at 3 p.m.
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