Podcasts
Interviewing: Selling Yourself Effectively
to Potential Employers (Job Smart U)
February 27, 2010
 A good resume gets you in the door, but a great job interview seals the deal. Presenter Don Herrmann discusses interviewing techniques, commonly asked questions and offers advice on how to answer the tough questions designed to trip you up. Herrmann also helps craft questions to ask the employer and how to best follow up when the interview is over.
Herrmann, of Fond du Lac, has more than 20 years’ experience as a human resource executive for a variety of companies, from privately held to Fortune 500, across the country. He comes to the Job Smart U session with seasoned expertise in outplacement, coaching, recruiting and development.
Download slides of the presentation and the interview workbook.
Job Smart U is a series of classes on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month organized by the Opportunity Center at the library. Opportunity Center programs are coordinated by AmeriCorps*VISTA volunteers Josh Cowles and Sara Byrnes.
Great Decisions 2010
Great Decisions is an annual lecture/discussion series featuring expert speakers on current foreign policy issues outlined by the Foreign Policy Association.
Following is a list of the 2010 programs. Click on the speaker icon to listen to podcasts.
- Tuesday, February 2: U.S - China Security Relations
Professor Jason Borzak, Lawrence University
China's influence is growing, along with its military expenditures. How will this growth affect China's relations with its neighbors and with the U.S.? Will China's expanding military and economic power affect traditional U.S. roles and U.S. alliances in East Asia? How will countries like Japan, South Korea and India respond?
- Wednesday, February 17: Peacebuilding & Conflict Resolution
Wolfgang Schmidt, Chair, Governor’s Commission
on the United Nations
U.S. campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan have shown that military force alone cannot ensure peace in all conflicts. How can the U.S. successfully integrate the tools of peacebuilding into its statecraft? At what point do poverty, disease and climate change threaten national security? What role can
non-governmental actors play in supporting government-led efforts?
- Tuesday, February 23: Global Financial Crisis
Dr. Martin Farrell, Ripon College
The global financial crisis that began in late 2007 revealed major deficiencies in the regulation of markets and institutions, all of which came perilously close to collapse. Emergency measures to prevent a full collapse of the global financial system have led to mixed results. How will governments and the world community respond to this challenge?
People of the Sturgeon
January 30, 2010
To celebrate the publication of the book People of the Sturgeon, the Fond du Lac Public Library hosted a panel discussion at The Windhover Center for the Arts. The book, which is subtitled, “Wisconsin’s love affair with an ancient fish,” tells the story of the cultures surrounding lake sturgeon in the Lake Winnebago region, told by a fascinating collection of photos, artifacts and “a few good fish tales.” The panel included authors Kathleen Schmitt Kline, science writer at the UW Sea Grant Institute; Ron Bruch, lead DNR sturgeon biologist of the Winnebago system; Frederick Binkowski, senior scientist at the UW-Milwaukee Great Lakes Water Institute; and William “Bill” Casper, founder of Sturgeon for Tomorrow. The discussion was followed by a book signing.
Extraordinary Sisters
April 29, 2009
Sister Margaret Lorimer was the featured speaker at the Friends of the Fond du Lac Public Library Annual Meeting. For generations the Sisters of St. Agnes have played an important role in education, health care and social justice in Fond du Lac. Sister Margaret Lorimer, author of Ordinary Sisters: the story of the Sisters of St. Agnes 1858-1990, discusses the origin of the Sisters, their mission, and the various roles they have played in the Fond du Lac community. Sister Margaret Lorimer is a professor emerita of Marian College.
Talk Turkey with Brian Lovett
April 2, 2009
Learn the basics of turkey calling with Brian Lovett, author of Hunting Pressured Turkeys.
Lovett has chased gobblers for more than a decade. He has hunted in 16 states and Mexico, and has bagged several grand slams and a royal slam. A former outdoors reporter for The Oshkosh Northwestern newspaper, Lovett has had guest appearances on videos by Lohman, Drury Outdoors, and others. He has also appeared on television programs such as Gobblin’ Fever, Outdoor Video Magazine and North American Fish and Game Outdoor Magazine.
City Council Candidates Forum
March 31, 2009
A City Council Candidates Forum was held Tuesday, March 31 at the Fond du Lac Public Library, hosted by the UW-Fond du Lac Political Science Department in partnership with the library. Don Schwartz, an instructor from the university, served as the moderator for the event.
Great Decisions 2009 Great Decisions is an annual lecture/discussion series featuring expert speakers on current foreign policy issues outlined by the Foreign Policy Association.
Following is a list of the 2009 programs. Click on the speaker icon to listen to podcasts.
- February 3: Universal Human Rights
Dr. Wolfgang A. Schmidt, Chair of the Governor’s Commission on the United Nations
As the Universal Declaration of Human Rights celebrates its 60th anniversary; events in the Balkans, Sudan, and Myanmar continue to challenge its idealism, while raising new questions about the prospects for humanitarian interventions. Do human rights transcend national borders and customs? Is the definition of human rights changing?
- February 10: Afghanistan and Pakistan
Ali Reza Abootalebi of UW–Eau Claire
New found hopes for stability in Iraq have shifted the U.S. military focus back to Afghanistan and Pakistan. What impact will this renewed interest have on the two states as well as on U.S. defense strategy?
- February 17: Energy and the Global Economy
Gregory F. Nemet, Assistant Professor at UW–Madison
What are the potential consequences of huge wealth transfer to oil exporting states? Are there any realistic alternative energy scenarios on the horizon?
- February 24: Arctic Age
Professor William Mode of UW–Oshkosh
How will sovereignty disputes among the five countries bordering the Arctic affect its potential development? What impact will this race for the Arctic have on an environment already in serious flux?
- March 3: Egypt in the 21st Century
Professor Clarence Davis
With elections scheduled for 2009, how will Egypt deal with serious domestic issues? What factors will influence its path?
- March 10: Global Food Supply - Postponed to March 31
Professor Eric Boos of UW–Fond du Lac
What factors are driving global food prices up, and can they be tamed? What will the political fallout be for governments that fail to act, and what role can global institutions play?
- March 17: Cuba after Castro
Professor Jason Brozek of Lawrence University
Fidel Castro handed over the presidency of Cuba to his brother, Raul, in early 2008; and signs of greater economic openness have led to much speculation. Will Raul seek to re-open ties with the U.S.? What roles will Cuba’s American exiles play in this?
- March 24: U.S. and Rising Powers
Professor Clarence Davis
Who are these “rising powers?” Will their emergence since the end of the cold war change the global balance of power? How will the U.S. react?
¡Hola! Hispanic & Latino Experiences in Fond du Lac
Living Hispanic or Latino in Wisconsin, January 8: What is life like for Hispanic and Latinos living in Wisconsin? Is it different for those who were born here as opposed to those who have immigrated? What made Wisconsin or Fond du Lac an attractive place to live?
Is Spanish the New German? Language Issues in Context, February 5 : Panelists review the history of how various immigrant groups to the Fond du Lac area learned and adopted English.
Money Smart Week Wisconsin
October 2008
Money Smart Week WisconsinSM was created by the Governor’s Council on Financial Literacy in cooperation with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. The goal is to help families, students, homeowners, businesspersons, employees and others expand their opportunities through financial literacy. The program consists of a number of free, unbiased educational workshops about managing your money more wisely.
Podcasts are available for:
- Identity Theft: How to Protect Yourself
Presenter: Larry Goebel, Safeguard Data Consulting
If your identity was stolen today, when would you like to know about it? Learn more about the 5 common types of Identity Theft and pro-active ways in which you can protect yourself.
The Night the Churches Burned
September 24, 2008
On the evening of September 25, 1908, fire swept through downtown Fond du Lac and became known as The Night the Churches Burned. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the disaster. Local historian Tracy Reinhardt, author of a book about the tragedy, also titled The Night the Churches Burned, commemorates this historic event.
Langdon Divers Memorial Celebration
March 9, 2008
A memorial celebration was held March 9 at Fond du Lac Public Library for Langdon Divers, local historian, boating enthusiast and former columnist for the Reporter who passed away at the age of 105 years old last December. The community art gallery at the library is named in honor of Langdon.
After an introduction by Library Director, Ken Hall, City Manager Tom Herre speaks. Other speakers who shared stories of their friendship with Langdon include Karin Whealon, Tom Grebe, Earl Jewett, Donald Kenyon, and Mike Mentzer of the Reporter.
Great Decisions 2008
Great Decisions is an annual lecture/discussion series featuring expert speakers on current foreign policy issues outlined by the Foreign Policy Association.
Following is a list of the programs, most of which are available for listening:
- February 5: Iraq End-Game
Clarence Davis
What will be the end-game for the U.S. in Iraq? How will U.S. decisions about continued engage-ment affect Iraq itself, and the Middle East?
- February 13: European Union at 50
Wolfgang Schmidt
Having reached the 50th anniversary of the great experiment in European integration, is it time to take stock of the united Europe?
- February 19: Russia
Clarence Davis
During his two terms as president, Vladimir Putin has attempted to remake Russia into a major, independent world power. With a 2008 Russian presidential election expected, what course will Russia take?
- February 26: Talking to our Enemies
John E. Katzka
How should the U.S. deal with countries like Cuba, North Korea, and Iran? What ap-proach should the U.S. take with groups like Hamas and Hesbollah?
- March 4: U.S. Defense & Security Policy
John Nichols
The U.S. military is adopting new policies and methods for defending the U.S. and its interests abroad. What should U.S. priorities be?
- March 11: U.S.-China Trade Policy
Martin Farrell
Could the large and growing trade imbalance with China have an adverse effect on the U.S. economy? What role does the under-valued Chinese currency play?
- March 18: Latin America: Shift to the Left?
Anna Kapelusz Poppi
What factors have prevented the U.S. and Latin American countries from forging
strong relationship?
- March 25: Private Philanthropy
Dr. John and Barbara Lent
Can private donors be more effective than governments in tackling world problems? The Lents will discuss their work improving health care in Rosita Nicaragua.
Nine Shift: Work, Life and Education in the 21st Century
October 10, 2007
William A. Draves, co-author of the book Nine Shift : Work, Life and Education in the 21st Century, charts the parallels and implications as technology transforms the economy, and the economy changes how we live. We are experiencing the same exciting transition as our great grandparents did 100 years ago. Listen to hear the uncanny parallels between today and 100 years ago. Then discover each of the major nine shifts currently taking place and find out the implications of each shift for work, life and education. This was a free program courtesy of Fond du Lac Public LIbrary, UW-Fond du Lac, and William A. Draves.
Peg Lautenschlager on Public Access to Information
May 7, 2007
Former Wisconsin Attorney General Peg  Lautenschlager, the featured speaker at the Annual Friends of the Fond du Lac Public Library Meeting May 7, discusses Public Access to Information, providing an overview of state and federal laws which afford ordinary citizens the opportunity to obtain government documents and receive notices of governmental meetings. In her roles as a state legislator, a United States Attorney, and as Wisconsin Attorney General, she has been an outspoken advocate of open government. She was honored teh same month by the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council as the Political Openness Advocate of the Year.
Preserving the Freedom to Read
March 29, 2007
 Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan, from UW-Milwaukee School of Information Science, leads a discussion of the censorship in Wisconsin from a historical perspective. What has changed in the way groups or individuals attempt to censor public information? How can we preserve freedom of information and ideas?
Click here to download a PDF of the slides from this PowerPoint presentation.
We would like to thank our corporate partners for Fond du Lac Reads 2007: Mercury Marine, Fond du Lac Reporter, Action Publications, and Linstrom's Catering.
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