CDes Computer Lab Hours for Finals Week and Summer, 2011

CDes computer lab hours for the last weeks of the semester and for the summer are as follows.

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These hours are also available on the CDes Computer Lab Webpage.

Summer hours start May 16th and run through September 2nd. The lab will be open 8:30am - 5:00pm during this period.

INTERNATIONAL BUDDY PROGRAM MENTOR APPLICATIONS FOR FALL 2011 ARE NOW OPEN!

Adjusting to a new cultural environment can be exciting and challenging. New international students at the University of Minnesota often have a lot of questions and concerns during their first weeks on campus. The International Buddy Program (IBP) was created to ease the transition, with current U.S. and international undergraduate students helping new undergraduate students. Current UMN students volunteer to assist the new international students in their transition to the University of Minnesota throughout the summer, fall, and spring.

Why become an IBP Mentor?


  • Be an ambassador to new international students

  • Acquire knowledge on cultural adjustment, communication styles and personal leadership

  • Gain insight on different cultural values and world views

  • Build your resume

  • Join a globally mind community

  • Have FUN!!

Interested in becoming a Mentor for a new international student in Fall 2011? Go to http://isss.umn.edu/programs/Interbuddy/mentor.html for mentor information and the application. The first training date is set for May 6th!

Minnesota History Center Exhibit "Underwear: A Brief History"

There is a new exhibit at the Minnesota History Center called "Underwear: A Brief History" on view May 7 - Sept. 11. The exhibit features 50-75 undergarments and advertisements from the Munsingwear Inc. collection at the Minnesota Historical Society. Items on display include the union suit, women's undergarments made by Vassarette and men's briefs with the "kangaroo pouch."

This exhibit speaks well to innovation in fabric construction, print design and sewing techniques (and also advertising). In addition this year's RetroRama fashion show and cocktail party is serving as the exhibit opening on May 12.

*Please note students with ID get discounted admission at the History Center (and admission is Free Tuesday evenings from 5 to 8 p.m.)