Jonathan L. Horton
Jonathan Horton is a first year faculty member in the Biology Department. He recently completed his Ph.D. at Northern University and has since spent several years at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VPI) both as a researcher and teacher. He is in the  process of developing research collaborations with VPI, Appalachian State University, and Idaho State University. His research results have been published in several prestigious scientific journals, including Ecological Applications, Oecologia, Plant Ecology, and Tree Physiology. To support his research, Jonathan is an avid grant writer, having already been awarded over $100,000 in grants and others that are pending. His major research focus is in the field of plant physiological ecology.

-- John G. Stevens

THIS WEEK

Monday, April 5
Humanities 124: "Early Roman History," Dr. Lora Holland, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Humanities 214: "The Protestant Reformation," Drs. Wayne Ewing and Michael Gillum, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

"Coin Blood into Gold: The Development of the Prison-Industrial Complex in Georgia and Tennessee," MLA candidate Kim Streeter, noon, Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Window on the Arts Series: Performance by the Andrew Smith Jazz Group, 12:15 p.m., Ramsey Library Glasshouse

Exploring Environmental Issues in WNC Lecture Series: "Update on Air Quality Issues in Western North Carolina," Paul Miller of N.C. Department of Natural Resources Air Quality Division, 4 p.m., 228 Robinson Hall

Art Exhibition Opening Reception: "Fluxing.net," photographs by B.A. candidate Claire Hawley, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Owen Hall Second Floor Gallery

Tuesday, April 6
Dorr Endowed Lecture: "InterArts Inquiry and the Black Expressive Arts," Dr. Samuel A. Floyd Jr. of Columbia University, 12:20 p.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Tennis vs. Winthrop, 2 p.m., Tennis Courts

"My Story, My Voice: The Japanese-American Experience During WWII," internment camp survivor Francis Ogasawara, 4 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Tea Time Talk: Wildflower walk with biologist Don Osterberg, 4 p.m., Center for Craft, Creativity & Design, 11 Broyles Rd., Hendersonville

Wednesday, April 7
Ramsey Library Book Sale, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Lipinsky Hall Lobby

P'bobie Teepee demonstration, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Quad

Craft Campus announcement, 10:30 a.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Hippocrates Forum: "Changing and New Entry Requirements to Pharmacy Schools," Dr. Mark Moore of Campbell University School of Pharmacy, noon, Red Oak Room, Ramsey Library

Center for Teaching and Learning Forum, 3-4:30 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Native American beading workshop, 5-6:45 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Analyzing Violence and Terror Lecture Series: "Patriotism," Dr. Melissa Burchard, 7:30 p.m., Kellogg Center, 11 Broyles Rd., Hendersonville, $5

Thursday, April 8
Red Cross Club Blood Drive, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Private Dining Room, Dining Hall

Window on the Arts Series: Performance by guitarist Noah Gibson and vocalist Nathan Tanner, 12:15 p.m., Ramsey Library Glasshouse

Faculty Senate Meeting, 3:15 p.m., Red Oak Room, Ramsey Library

Seventh annual International Forum, 6:45-7:30 p.m. exhibits on view in Karpen Hall Lobby, 7:30-8:45 p.m. presentations held in Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

UNCA Jazz Combos in concert, 7:30 p.m., Lipinsky Auditorium, $5 (students free with I.D.)

Friday, April 9
Humanities 324: "Citizenship and the State: The Interwar Years," Dr. Jeff Konz, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Humanities 414: "Late 20th Century Art and Music," Dr. Brian Butler and Seamus McNerney, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Screening of "Senorita Extraviada" ("Missing Young Women"), 7 p.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Saturday, April 10
"Ancient Greek Tragedy in Our World: A Conversation with Two Poet-Translators," Reginald Gibbons and Alan Shapiro, 2 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Monday, April 12
Humanities 124: "Roman Empire," Dr. Brian Hook, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Humanities 214: "Northern Renaissance, Skepticism and Othello," Ann Dunn, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

An evening with poet and translator Reginald Gibbons, 7:30 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

COMING UP

"Vincent" Tickets on Sale
The one-man play "Vincent" will be staged at 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, in Lipinsky Auditorium. "Vincent," which was written by "Star Trek" legend Leonard Nimoy, will be performed by veteran actor Jim Jarrett. Tickets go on sale March 29 and are $6 for students; $12 for faculty, staff and College for Seniors; and $15 general admission. Call 232-5000 to order your tickets by phone between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or stop by the Student Activities Office, second floor Dining Hall.

Open House
The Admissions Office will host an open house for transfer students and high school students and their families from 8:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Saturday, April 17. Interested students should register by Friday, April 9. Questions? Call the Admissions Office at 251-6481.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Help Sodexho Fight Hunger
In an effort to help fight hunger in our community, Sodexho is sponsoring the "Caring Cans Canned Food Drive" April 5-30. Cans of non-perishable food may be dropped off in the Dining Hall for donation to local food banks. Diners who donate five cans will receive a free meal. On- and off-campus groups, clubs and scouting troupes are also welcome to participate to earn free meals. Questions? Call Kristen Gibson at 251-6183.

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.

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

Processing Assistant III in Campus Police
Starting salary: $18,479-$19,105
Closing date: April 6 or until filled

HVAC Mechanic in Facilities Management & Planning (internal posting only)
Starting salary: $24,761-$30,000
Closing date: April 9

Assistant Recreation Director in the Health & Fitness Center
Starting salary: $22,921-$25,000
Closing date: April 30 or until filled
Anticipated hire date: August 2

Director of Internal Audit in Chancellor's Office
Starting salary: Commensurate with experience
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
Antifreeze is fatal to pets. Store in a safe place away from animals. Questions? Call Reggie Goble at 251-6038.

Energy Tip
Install white window shades, drapes or blinds to reflect heat away from your house. Questions? Call Terry Guriel at 232-5031.

ART EXHIBITIONS

On view through April 6 at University Gallery, first floor of Owen Hall: 37th Annual Juried Student Exhibition

On view through April 15 at Owen Hall Second Floor Gallery, "Fluxing.net," photographs by B.A. candidate Claire Hawley

On view through April 25 on Zageir Hall second floor: "WWII Mountain Memories: Home Front to the Frontline," education exhibition exploring the impact of World War II on Western North Carolina

On view through April 28 at Blowers Gallery, main floor of Ramsey Library: "Within These Hills," photography by members of the Carolinas' Nature Photography Associatioin

On view through May 29 at the Center for Craft, Creativity & Design: "String of Pearls," works by artists in six galleries on the String of Pearls Trail