THIS WEEK

Monday, August 18
Summit Orientation

Bulldog Day: A Time of Service, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Weeks of Welcome: An evening with comedian Gary Gulman, 8 p.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Tuesday, August 19
Summit Orientation

Weeks of Welcome: Outdoor live music, fun and activities, noon-4 p.m., Quad

Women's Soccer vs. Asheville Splash, 6 p.m., Greenwood Field

Weeks of Welcome: Pops, Pops and Pops -- Free popcorn, popsicles and pop music, 8-10 p.m., Reed Plaza

Wednesday, August 20
First day of classes

Weeks of Welcome: Poster sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Reed Plaza

Weeks of Welcome: Chancellor's Ice Cream Social, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Reed Plaza

Thursday, August 21
Weeks of Welcome: Campus information fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Reed Plaza and Quad

Weeks of Welcome: Poster sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Reed Plaza

Weeks of Welcome: Window on the Arts series opening performance, 12:15 p.m., Ramsey Library Glasshouse

Auditions for "Come Back to the Five and Dime Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean," 6-8 p.m., Carol Belk Theatre

Intramural sports information meeting, 8:30 p.m., 203 Health & Fitness Center

Auditions for "The Music Lesson," 8-10 p.m., Carol Belk Theatre

Friday, August 22
Weeks of Welcome: Vendor fair, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Reed Plaza

Weeks of Welcome: Poster sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Reed Plaza

Humanities 324: "The Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment," Dr. John McClain, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Humanities 414: "Introduction to Humanities 414 and the Cold War Era," Dr. Ted Uldricks, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Auditions for "The Music Lesson," 6-8 p.m., Carol Belk Theatre

Art exhibition closing reception: "Sacred Ignorance," bromoil prints by Cassie Floan, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Owen Hall Second Floor Gallery

UNCA Night with the Tourists, 7 p.m., McCormick Field (See Coming Up)

Auditions for "Come Back to the Five and Dime Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean," 8-10 p.m., Carol Belk Theatre

Weeks of Welcome: Screening of "Chicago" with free popcorn, 9 p.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Saturday, August 23
Callback auditions for "Come Back to the Five and Dime Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean" and "The Music Lesson," 3-6 p.m., Carol Belk Theatre

Weeks of Welcome: Screening of "Chicago" with free popcorn, 9 p.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Sunday, August 24
Writers at Home: Readings by local authors Sebastian Matthews and Kathy Sheldon, 3 p.m., Malaprop's Bookstore Cafe, 55 Haywood St.

Men's soccer vs. Presbyterian, 3:30 p.m., Greenwood Field

Recreation Sundaes: Build your own sundae or banana split, 7 p.m., Recreation Field

Monday, August 25
Humanities 124: "Mesopotamia and Egypt," Drs. John McClain and Merritt Moseley, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Humanities 214: "Community and Authority in the Medieval West," Dr. Michael Gillum, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Window on the Arts Performance Series, 12:15 p.m., Ramsey Library Glasshouse

Art exhibition opening reception: Annual Art Faculty Exhibition, 5-7 p.m., University Gallery, first floor of Owen Hall

COMING UP

UNCA Night with the Tourists
UNCA's annual Night with the Tourists will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22, at McCormick Field. A limited number of free tickets are available for students, faculty and staff. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis in the Student Life Office with a university I.D. A free shuttle will run round trip from in front of the Dining Hall to McCormick Field beginning at 6 p.m. until after the game. Those attending the game are encouraged to wear UNCA shirts or hats to show school spirit. Questions? Call the Student Affairs Office at 251-6474.

Chancellor's Annual Campus Appreciation Dinner
Chancellor Mullen will host the free annual campus appreciation dinner from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 16, in the Dining Hall. The event will feature a tropical island menu and live music.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Continuing Education Creative Writing Classes
Special Academic Programs will offer three fall continuing education courses in creative writing. The five-week classes, which will meet on campus, are open to all interested writers. Classes include "Creating Unforgettable Characters," "Writing from the Heart: Stories That Heal" and "Story Structures: Strengthening Your Plot Lines." Cost is $65 per class. For more information, call Special Academic Programs at 251-6558.

Employment Opportunities
Click on the Human Resources job opportunities Web site for complete employment information. Questions? Call Joy Thurman at 251-6605.

Assistant Men's and Women's Soccer Coach in Athletic Department
Starting Salary: $21,000
Closing Date: August 19

Office Assistant IV in Owen Conference Center (time limited, part-time position)
Starting Salary: $14,719-$15,432
Closing Date: August 20

Energy Tip
If you have a crawl space, inspect it regularly to ensure that the insulation inside is dry. When insulation gets wet, its optimal effectiveness is significantly reduced. Be sure to find the source of the moisture and replace any damaged insulation. Questions? Call Lisa Belcher at 232-5031.

Safety Tip
Be safe at the ATM. Be aware of your surroundings; never walk away with cash in your hand; keep your PIN private; and avoid using an ATM after dark if possible. Questions? Call Reggie Goble at 251-6038.

ART EXHIBITIONS

On view through August 22 at Owen Hall Second Floor Gallery: "Sacred Ignorance," bromoil prints by UNCA senior Cassie Floan

On view through September 26 at the Center for Craft, Creativity & Design, 11 Broyles Rd., Hendersonville: Blue Ridge Potters and Weavers