THIS WEEK

Monday, March 8
Spring break begins

Tuesday, March 9
Women's basketball: First round of the Big South Conference Tournament, 7 p.m., Justice Center, $4

Friday, March 12
Second Annual WNC Media Day, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Rhodes-Robinson Hall

Baseball vs. St. John's, 2 p.m., Greenwood Field

Saturday, March 13
Baseball vs. St. John's, 1 p.m., Greenwood Field

Sunday, March 14
Baseball vs. St. John's, 1 p.m., Greenwood Field

Monday, March 15
Classes resume

Humanities 124: "Greek City-States," Dr. Brian Hook, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Humanities 214: "Africa During Europe's Medieval Period," Dr. Guy Martin, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

MLS Thesis Defense: "America's Backyard: Cuba, Cold War, Cold Shoulder, Hot Business," Sofia Mannos, 12:30 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

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

Women's History Month: An Evening with Dr. Beti Ellerson, 6 p.m., 125 Rhodes Hall

COMING UP

Center for Jewish Studies to Host Talk with Rodger Kamenetz
The Center for Jewish Studies will host a talk by acclaimed Jewish author Rodger Kamenetz at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 18, in the Reuter Center. Kamenetz, a professor of English and religious studies at Louisiana State University, is internationally known for his work on Jewish-Buddhist dialogue. He is the author of several books including "The Jew in the Lotus." This is a groundbreaking account of his experience as an American Jew invited to Dharamsala by the Dalai Lama to discuss how the Jewish experience of spiritual survival in exile might be helpful to Tibetans. Questions? Call Rick Chess at 251-6576.

Third Annual Parsons' Lecture Set for March 18
Renowned mathematician John H. Conway will deliver the third annual Parsons' Lecture at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 18, in Lipinsky Auditorium. Conway will discuss "On the Number of Groups of a Given Order." Conway, a graduate of Cambridge University, is a professor of mathematics at Princeton University. He has completed revolutionary work in number theory, game theory, coding theory and tiling. Conway discovered one of the largest finite groups of symmetries known to man, now called the Conway group. He also invented the "Game of Life," a computer simulation where checker-like objects replicate themselves under certain rules and form complex patterns on a grid. Questions? Call the Mathematics Department at 828/251-6556.

Bruce Wood Dance Company
The Bruce Wood Dance Company will take center stage at 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 23, and Wednesday, March 24, at the Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place in downtown Asheville. The event is sponsored by UNCA's Cultural and Special Events Committee and Diana Wortham Theatre. Tickets are available now in 242 Dining Hall. Tickets are $6 for UNCA students (1 per I.D.), $10 children ages 12 and younger when purchased with other UNCA discount tickets, $12 faculty/staff/College for Seniors (2 per I.D.) and $25 regular admission when purchased on campus with other UNCA discount tickets. All tickets are reserved seating only. Questions? Call Student Activities at 232-5000.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Call for Cultural and Special Event Proposals
The Cultural and Special Events Committee is now accepting for funding proposals for 2004-2005 programs. Deadline is Tuesday, April 6. For more information, contact Bunny Halton-Subkis at 251-6674.

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 March 15, 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.

Cashier II in Controller's Office
Starting salary: $19,626-$20,576
Closing date: March 18 or until filled

Career Counselor in the Career Center
Starting salary: $28,000
Closing date: March 23 or until filled

Director of Public Safety
Starting salary: Commensurate with experience
Closing date: March 29 or until filled

Housekeeper in Facilities Management and Planning
Starting salary: $16,957-$18,312
Closing date: Open until filled
Special note: Internal posting for UNCA permanent or probationary employees only

Grounds Worker in Facilities Management & Planning
Starting salary: $18,065-$18,418
Closing date: Open until filled

Maintenance Mechanic IV Plumber in Facilities Management & Planning
Starting salary: $23,819-$30,000
Closing date: Open until filled

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

Director of Athletics
Starting salary: Commensurate with experience
Closing date: Open until filled
Questions regarding this position can be directed to Bill Carr, Carr Sports Associates, at 352/275-7115.

Safety Tip
When swimming, be aware of rip currents. If you get caught in one, don't panic. Swim parallel to the shore until you are clear of the current and then swim to shore. Never try to swim again the current. Questions? Call Reggie Goble at 251-6038.

Energy Tip
Keep windows on the south side of your house clean to maximize solar gain. Questions? Call Terry Guriel at 232-5031.

ART EXHIBITIONS

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

On view through March 30 at Blowers Gallery, main floor of Ramsey Library: "Belleza di Italia," multi-media photography installation by the 2003 Perugia Summer Program students