Minutes for April 6, 2000

The meeting was called to order at 4:01 PM by President Erin Jo Rischette.

1.  Announcements
    A.  Dr. Wilfred Tysoe
        1.  There will be a seminar put on by Dr. Wilfred Tysoe, from 
            the department of Chemistry at UW-Milwaukee on Thursday 
            April 13, 2000 at 4:00 PM in 122 Otts.  The seminar will be 
            "Machining Lubricants: What They Do & How They Work." 
        2.  If you are interested in graduate studies at UW-Milwaukee, 
            Dr. Tysoe will be available from 12:00-4:00 PM on Thursday 
            to visit with students.
   B.  If you are graduating December, Career Planning and Placement 
       will have informational sessions in 101 Russell Hall in the 
       BILSA computer lab.  To attend one of the following sessions, 
       stop by second floor Pioneer Tower or call 342-1183.
       1.  Wednesday, April 12; 3-4 PM
       2.  Thursday, April 13; 3-4 PM
       3.  Tuesday, April 18; 2-3 PM
       Check out the website at www.uwplatt.edu/~placement/
   C.  Congratulations to the Award winners of Expo 2000!
       1.  SPS won 3rd place for Student Organization
       2.  Individual - 1st: Rebecca Sorenson, 2nd: Mark Bertolasi 
           (Magnetic Field Measurement System), 3rd: Mark Bertolasi 
           (Visual Sound)
       3.  1st Time Entry - 1st: Rebecca Sorenson, 2nd: Mark Bertolasi 
           (Magnetic Field Measurement System), 3rd: Brian Rach and 
            Scott Lipke
2.  The minutes from March 23, 2000 were approved with the following 
    changes:
    A.  1.D. Registration fee of $10
    B.  Motion to adjourn at 5:06 PM
3.  Treasurer's Report
    We purchased checks, $122 in petty cash.
4.  Committee Reports
    A.  Physics is Phar-Out
        Watch for e-mails about these events!
        1.  There will be a show Tuesday, April 11 in Mineral Point 
            starting at noon.  Meet in 205 Otts at 11:00 AM.  We should 
            return about 3:30 PM.  Three shows, all 5th grade.
        2.  On Tuesday, April 18 there will be a show for Audobon 
            school in Dubuque for 4th - 6th graders.  Meet at 10:45 AM, 
            show will start at noon.  We should return around 4:00 PM.  
        3.  We will be changing the name of the school trip committee 
            at the meeting in May.  Starting thinking of words that 
            could have the "Ph" sound!
    B.  Colloquium
        The colloquium put on by Dr. Hamilton has been moved due to Dr. 
        Tysoe.  The colloquium will be held April 27th immediately 
        following the meeting.
    C.  Trip/Social
        1.  The canoe trip after Expo went well... was a little short, 
            about 45 minutes, some mini rapids, Jason Anibas got a 
            little wet "by choice." :)
        2.  Chicago trip is canceled due to lack of people able to go.  
            Jessica will attend zone meeting.  Directions to zone 
            meeting can be found on UIC SPS website.
        3.  Zone meeting: Jason Anibas moved to fund half the price to 
            stay, seconded by Mark Bertolasi... Chris Bonde made a 
            friendly ammendment to change to $20 for each person.  The 
            motion passed with 1 abstention.
    D.  Bulletin Board
        There is a new board up! Check it out!
5.  SPS Scholarships
    There were a total 3 scholarships given, congratulations to Jason 
    Anibas, Brian Rach and Chris Bonde! Remember to apply for 
    scholarships in the future!
6.  Spring Social
    The date of the SPS Spring Social will be April 28 (rain date: 
    May 5).  Cost will be $1 for SPS members and $2 for non-members.
7.  Officer Nominations
    We need to have quarum at the meeting on April 27th to do 
    elections! Please make an effort to attend.  Nominees: please 
    remember you have to put on a short speech about why you want the 
    position. Trickle down, if desired by the candidate, will apply.
    A.  President
        1.  Jeff Widiker, nominated by Prof. Wilson, 2nded by Jason Anibas
        2.  Mark Broker, nominated by Mark Bertolasi, 2nded by Brian Rach
    B.  Vice President
        1.  Chris Bonde, nominated by Mark Bertolasi, 2nded by Geoff Barrows
        2.  Geoff Barrows, nominated by Travis Norling, 2nded by Mark Bertolasi
        3.  Brian Rach, nominated by Mark Broker, 2nded by MarK  Bertolasi
        4.  Amy Sandberg, nominated by Erin Rischette, 2nded by Brian Rach
    C.  Treasurer
        1.  Jill Pamperin, nominated by Erin Rischette, 2nded by Brian Rach
        2.  Jessica Erickson, nominated by Prof. Wilson, 2nded by MarK Broker
    D.  Secretary
        1.  Mike Aufdermauer, nominated by Mark Bertolasi, 2nded by 
            Mark Broker (has not yet accepted)
        2.  Travis Norling, nominated by Prof. Wilson, 2nded by Jason Anibas
8.  Canoes
    We are not likely to finish the third canoe this semester, however, 
    the first two canoes are nearly done! Lots of help is needed to 
    make sure they get done. Come help out this weekend!

Jason Anibas moved to adjourn at 4:58 PM. It was seconded by Mark Bertolasi.