This is the 13th in the second series of informal profiles of UNCA's many noted faculty scholars. Written by John Stevens, chief research officer, each of the weekly profiles will highlight the scholarly accomplishments and interests of faculty colleagues. We hope that you will find these profiles of interest as we celebrate the intellectual vigor that is at work on our campus.

Dr. David M. Wilken

David M. Wilken
David Wilken is one of UNCA's newest faculty members. He is a member of the Music Department and is responsible for the Jazz Studies program. David's instrument of choice is the trombone. He has a versatile performance background with a wide variety of styles, including orchestral, solo classical, small group jazz, big band jazz, rack, salsa and chamber music. Some of the groups and musicians he has performed with include Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra, Guy Lombardo's Royal Canadians, SlideShow Trombone Quartet, the Temptations, and Frank Mantooth. Dr. Wilken also composes and arranges music, for example the Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra has performed and recorded compositions and arrangements of his.

David has written numerous peer-review articles and reviews. He is known nationally being one of the leaders of the Online Trombone Journal, most recently serving as the Chief Administrator for their Forum. He is organizing a Jazz Festival here at UNCA this spring and is taking a lead in developing a major jazz presence in our community.

-- John G. Stevens

THIS WEEK

Monday, January 26
Humanities 124: "Egypt," Dr. John McClain, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

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

CSAC Meeting, 2 p.m., 242 Dining Hall

Tuesday, January 27
Bicycle maintenance clinic, 6 p.m., Health & Fitness Center

Weeks of Welcome Event: Comfort foods, TV and games, 7-9 p.m., Dining Hall

"Gambling with Our Future: American Indian Aging Issues," David Baldridge, 7 p.m., Reuter Center

Women's basketball vs. Liberty, 7 p.m., Justice Center, $3

Wednesday, January 28
Noontime Concert featuring pianist Dr. Hwa-Jin Kim, 12:20 p.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Training and Development Workshop: "Violence in the Work Place," Rusty Marts, 3-4 p.m., Red Oak Room, Ramsey Library. Call Human Resources at 251-6605 to register.

Faculty Forum: "Teacher and Text in the Medieval Classroom," Dr. Gordon Wilson, 4:30 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Thursday, January 29
Staff Development Workshop: "Introduction to Investing," Dr. Joe Kiely, noon-1 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Friday, January 30
UNCA Outdoors Caving Trip to Tennessee, $25. Call Chad Morgan at 251-6368 to register.

Humanities 324: "The Impact of the French Revolution in the Atlantic World," Dr. Tracey Rizzo, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Humanities 414: "Decolonization and Post-Colonial Africa," Dr. Guy Martin, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

"Good Company" dance performance, 8 p.m., Lipinsky Auditorium, $8 general admission, $5 students

Screening of "Radio," 9 p.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Saturday, January 31
Workshop and luncheon for Teaching Fellows finalists, 9:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m., Owen Conference Center

Men's basketball vs. Radford, 4:30 p.m., Justice Center, $6

Screening of "Radio," 9 p.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Sunday, February 1
Black History Month Event: African American Read-In, 2 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Monday, February 2
Humanities 124: "Ancient Israel," Dr. Katie Peters, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Humanities 214: "Islam," Dr. Peg Downes, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Exploring Environmental Issues in WNC Lecture Series: "Thieving Plants from the National Parks," John Garrison of the National Park Service, 4 p.m., 228 Robinson Hall

"Tibetan Heart Yoga," Geshe Michael Roach, 7 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Great Decisions Lecture Series: "Weapons of Mass Destruction: What Are the Real Threats?" U.S. Air Force retired Brigadier General Jerome Jones, 7:30 p.m., Reuter Center, $5 or students free with I.D.

COMING UP

Civil Rights Legend Julian Bond to Speak February 6
NAACP Chairman Julian Bond will give the UNCA Black History Month keynote address at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, in Lipinsky Auditorium. A book signing will follow. Bond’s talk, "Affirmative Action: The Just Spoils of a Righteous War," will examine the 1954 landmark case of Brown vs. Board of Education. A concurrent art exhibition by noted African American artist Harry Davis will be on display in Lipinsky Hall Lobby and the Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall during the event.

Art Department to Host Printmaking Invitational
The Art Department will host a printmaking invitational from February 6-March 4 at the University Gallery, first floor of Owen Hall. The exhibition will feature a diverse selection of prints by professional artists, including Edward Bernstein, Charlie Huang, Brian Kelly, Scott Lowrey, Larry Schuh and Gerry Wubben. An opening reception will be held from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, in the gallery.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Weekend Events Funding
The Weekend Events Funds Committee is now accepting applications for weekend on-campus events to be held in the spring semester on Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays. The committee is also accepting proposals for Homecoming 2004 weekday events during this funding period only. Homecoming will be held February 16-22. There are a few limitations on what may be requested. Application deadline is January 30. For an application or more information, contact Student Activities Nathaniel Blalock at 251-6675.

Summer Science Program in England
UNCA will conduct a summer comparative science education program in England from June 30-July 27, 2004. The program is held in cooperation with the University of Bath Department of Education. Anyone who is or has been involved with K-12 science education is eligible. The $2,500 fee covers tuition, ground transportation and private housing on the University of Bath campus. Registration will remain open until the course is filled, but participants are encouraged to register prior to February 1, 2004. For more information or to enroll, contact Dr. Gary Miller at 232-5184.

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

Administrative Assistant I in Admissions and Financial Aid
Starting salary: $22,921-$24,036
Closing date: January 28

Computing Consultant II in Ramsey Library
Starting salary: $33,050-$34,671
Closing date: January 30

Grounds Worker in Facilities Management
Starting salary: $18,065-$18,418
Closing date: February 2

Director of Internal Audit in the Chancellor's Office
Starting salary: Commensurate with experience
Closing date: February 3

Practical Nurse II Student Health Services
Starting salary: $18,698-$22,000 (range for 11-month position)
Closing date: Open until filled

Director of Information Technology in Computer Center
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Closing date: Open until filled

Grounds Worker in Facilities Management & Planning
Starting salary: $18,065-$19,118
Closing date: Open until filled

ART EXHIBITIONS

On view through January 30 at Blowers Gallery, main floor of Ramsey Library: "Visualism," mixed media paintings by UNCA alumnus Mark McDiarmid

On view through March 13 at Center for Craft, Creativity & Design, 11 Broyles Rd., Hendersonville: UNCA, ASU and WCU Faculty and Student Craft Show