Lei Han

Lei Han
Lei Han is Assistant Professor in the Multimedia Arts and Sciences Department and is one of UNCA's newest member of the faculty. She is originally from Shenzhen, China where she received her B.A. degree from the Design College of Art in Fashion Design. After graduation she became the Chief Fashion Designer at Shenzhen Enqing Fashion Company. Following her desire to become more emerged in multimedia, she went to Memphis College of Art, where she received her M.F.A. After a brief period of time as a free-lance multimedia consultant, she came to UNCA. 

Lei Han's vision is to bring her Asian influence into multimedia by focusing on video and motion graphics as the means of communication bringing into her work cultural influence and cutting edge technology. Her most recent work, "Zoe," was recently selected for exhibition at the 37th Humboldt International Short Film Festival in Arcata, California.

-- John G. Stevens

THIS WEEK

Monday, April 26
Humanities 124: "Buddhism," Dr. Grant Hardy, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Humanities 214: "Europe in Global Context," 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

"Death Penalty 101," Dr. Mark Gibney, 12:15 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Window on the Arts Series: Performance by the Elizabeth Terry Swing Band, 12:15 p.m., Ramsey Library Glasshouse

"Potshards and Pebbles: The Origins of Athenian Democracy," Dr. Sophie Mills, 8 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Wednesday, April 28
18th Annual Academic and Leadership Awards Celebration, 7 p.m., Diana Wortham Theatre

Thursday, April 29
Window on the Arts Series: Banjo performance by Ben Saylor, 12:15 p.m., Ramsey Library Glasshouse

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

An evening with poet  Lee Ann Roripaugh, 7 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

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

Friday, April 30
Last day of classes

Humanities 324: "The New Physics," Dr. Jeff Konz, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Humanities 414: "Science, Humanities and the Liberal Arts Tradition," Chancellor Jim Mullen and Dr. Merritt Moseley, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Senior Class Cookout, noon, Quad

Baseball vs. Liberty, 3 p.m., Greenwood Field

Ceramic and Art Sale, 4:30-7 p.m., Owen Conference Center

32nd Annual Spring Wildflower and Bird Pilgrimage: Registration, 6:307:30 p.m., Rhodes-Robinson Hall Lobby, $4 or $1 for students

Saturday, May 1
32nd Annual Spring Wildflower and Bird Pilgrimage

Ceramic and Art Sale, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Owen Conference Center

Baseball vs. Liberty, 2 p.m., Greenwood Field

Sunday, May 2
32nd Annual Spring Wildflower and Bird Pilgrimage

Baseball vs. Liberty, 1 p.m., Greenwood Field

Concert featuring UNCA Concert Band, University Singers and String Quartet, 4 p.m., Lipinsky Auditorium, $5 (students free with I.D.)

Monday, May 3
Finals begin

Final Faculty Meeting, 8:30 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Retirement reception for Dr. Eric Iovacchini and Kern Parker, 3-5 p.m., Owen Conference Center

Humanities Faculty Celebration, 3-5:30 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Late Night Exam Breakfast, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Dining Hall. Call Amy Carpenter at 251-6700 to volunteer.

COMING UP

Clifton Wharton to Deliver Commencement Address
Clifton R. Wharton Jr., corporate and higher education leader, diplomat and foreign policy expert, will deliver the UNCA commencement address on Saturday, May 8. The ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m. on the terrace of Ramsey Library. Chancellor Mullen will confer honorary doctoral degrees on Wharton as well as science columnist Sharon Begley of The Wall Street Journal, University of Hawaii President Evan S. Dobelle and Carolina Panthers owner Jerry Richardson. About 600 students are candidates for degrees.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Kudos!
Kudos to Peter Kendrick and the 18 freshmen students in his math and art colloquium for their help with the evaluating the Asheville Art Museum's "More Than Math" program. 

Help Sodexho Fight Hunger
In an effort to help fight hunger in our community, Sodexho is sponsoring the "Caring Cans Canned Food Drive" through April 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.

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

Maintenance Mechanic V Second Shift in Facilities Management & Planning
Starting salary: $25,781-$32,000
Closing date: April 26

Administrative Officer I / Transportation Planner in Facilities Management & Planning
Starting salary: $28,195-$35,183
Closing date: May 4 or until filled

Associate University Librarian for Public Services in Ramsey Library
Starting salary: Commensurate with experience
Closing date: May 21

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

Campus Recycling Tip
Cardboard boxes should be emptied and broken down flat.

Safety Tip
Before hiking, do warm-up exercises and stretches.

Energy Tip
When purchasing a new refrigerator, look for one that is the right size for your needs to avoid wasting energy cooling empty space.

ART EXHIBITIONS

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

On view through April 29 at University Gallery, first floor of Owen Hall: "Measuring Up," paintings by B.F.A. candidate Tabitha J. E. Eller

On view through April 29 at Owen Hall Second Floor Gallery: "Children in Transition," photographs by B.A. candidate Kim Ducharme

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