News and Updates from U of L

U of L to Research Kid-Safe Drugs
Many parents are shocked when they learn that no more than five of the 80 drugs most frequently used by children have been researched and labeled for pediatric use. The University of Louisville is joining a federal research effort to ensure that medicines are safe for children. The U of L Kosair Charities Pediatric Research Unit will take part in the Pediatric Pharmacology Research Unit Network.

Willihnganz Named University Provost
Shirley Willihnganz, U of L’s acting executive vice president and university provost since 2002, was appointed April 21 to the permanent position today during a meeting of the executive committee of the university’s board of trustees. President James Ramsey recommended her appointment as the university’s second-highest ranking official and chief academic officer following an internal search conducted by a committee of faculty, staff, students, trustees and community members. Ramsey noted that “Dr. Willihnganz has earned the respect of the campus community and is known as a highly qualified, collaborative academic leader who works equally well with faculty, staff and students.”

Alumni Summer Events Offer Golf and Rafting Join your fellow alumni for fun-filled outdoor activities this summer. The Alumni Association Invitational Golf Outing will get under way June 14 at 1 p.m. at the Cardinal Club in Simpsonville, Ky. Cost is $250 per person, $1,250 per team. Ace Adventure Center photo - Upper New River Corporate sponsorships are available. For reservations and information, contact the Alumni Association at 502-852-6186 or email Jonathan Israel. Also, the Alumni White Water Rafting trip will shove off June 18 to 19 at the Ace Raft Adventure Center in Oak Hill, West Virginia. Champion Tours will provide bus transportation to and from the site. Cost is $150 per person and includes hotel, rafting and transportation. For reservations and information, contact the Alumni Association at 502-852-6186 or 800-813-8613.

U of L to Host C-USA Championships in Softball, Track
U of L will host the 2004 Conference USA championships in softball and outdoor track and field on May 13 to 15 at Cardinal Park on the Belknap Campus. Tickets for both events are $7 for adults and $4 for students. For tickets and information, call Brad Barber at 502-852-5151.

Alumni Credit Card Offers Many Benefits
Introducing a new University of Louisville Alumni Association member benefit—a credit card that earns points toward cash, air travel, merchandise and other rewards, all with no annual fee and a low percentage rate. Simply click on the headline above for more information or to apply.

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2004 Ladybirds Dance Team - courtesy U of L Athletics

The U of L Cheerleading Squad and Ladybirds Sweep Nationals The University of Louisville co-ed cheerleading squad has won nine National Cheerleading Association Championships since 1985, including a sweep at the 2003 competition. The Cards' all-girl squad won championships in 2001, 2002 and 2003. Also, the University of Louisville Ladybirds dance team won its fourth national title in 2003 as they successfully defended their crown from 2002 at the National Dance Alliance Collegiate Championship. They also won the Universal Dance Association title in 1995 and 1997. The Ladybirds have placed in the top five in the national competition 10 of the last 16 years.

Moyer Named Business Dean
R. Charles Moyer, a nationally renowned former business dean at Wake Forest University, was named April 18 to head the College of Business and Public Administration. Moyer is now emeritus dean and holds a prestigious chair in finance at Wake Forest. He will be the college’s fifth dean when his appointment begins in January 2005.

An Invitation to Breakfast from U of L's Delphi Center
The Delphi Center for Teaching and Learning offers alumni and others a chance to brush up on professional development skills at a free event on May 12 at U of L’s Shelby Campus. Guests can sample more than a dozen scrumptious breakfast items before getting a taste of five skill-building, professional development seminars: Asserting Your Way to Success, IT Education: How to Brew the Perfect Blend, Developing a Culture of Excellence, Creating Dynamic E-Learning Content, and Overcome Chaos Now! The event begins at 8:00 a.m. after a breakfast buffet. For information and to register, call 852-6456.