THIS WEEK

Monday, September 13
Humanities 124: "Israel," Dr. Katie Peters, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Humanities 214: "Christianity and the Medieval Mind," 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Faculty Development Workshop introducing the new Asheville Reader, 4:30 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

World Affairs Council Lecture: "Flashpoints and Shifting Sands: The Israeli/Palestinian Conflict in 2004," Dr. Walter Ziffer and Ahmad Amara, 7:30 p.m., Reuter Center

Tuesday, September 14
Benefits Information Session, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Red Oak Room Ramsey Library

Women's soccer vs. Gardner-Webb, 4 p.m., Greenwood Field

Family Business Forum Meeting, 6 p.m., Highsmith University Union Cafe

Hispanic Heritage Month Event: Laura Fuentes in concert, 7 p.m., Highsmith University Union

Volleyball vs. Charleston Southern, 7 p.m., Justice Center

Wednesday, September 15
Men's soccer vs. Radford, 4 p.m., Greenwood Field

Medieval Islamic Thought Discussion Series: Religion and Science, 4-5:30 p.m., Highsmith University Union Mount Mitchell Room

Thursday, September 16
Access UNCA Workshop: "Time Management, Study Skills and Exam Preparation," noon-1 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Study Abroad Fair, 1-3 p.m., Highsmith University Union Alumni Hall

Faculty Senate Meeting, 3:15 p.m., 006 Karpen Hall

Art Exhibition Opening Reception: "Bridging the Gap," photographs by Mickey Buckwalter and paintings by Lorelle Bacon, 6-9 p.m., Blowers Gallery, main floor of Ramsey Library

Hispanic Heritage Month Event: Tito Amaya in concert, 7 p.m., Highsmith University Union Cafe

Student Rally for Patsy Keever, 7 p.m., Highsmith University Union

Benefits Information Session, 10-11:30 p.m., Owen Conference Center

Friday, September 17
Family Weekend

Humanities 314: "The Industrial Revolution, Liberalism and the Marxist Response," Dr. John McClain, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Humanities 414: "Human Rights," Dr. Mark Gibney, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Men's Soccer vs. Campbell, 5 p.m., Greenwood Field

Saturday, September 18
Family Weekend

Sunday, September 19
Family Weekend

Friends of UNCA Music Open House, 2:30-4 p.m., 018 Lipinsky Hall

Writers at Home: Readings by David Schulman and Katherine Soniat, 3 p.m., Malaprops Bookstore/Cafe

Flutist Judi Lampert and Friends in concert, 4 p.m., Lipinsky Auditorium, $5

Monday, September 20
Humanities 124: "India," Dr. Keya Maitra, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Humanities 214: "Medieval Art and Music," Connie Schrader, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

CSAC Meeting, 2 p.m., Highsmith University Union Blue Ridge Boardroom

COMING UP

Educate America Campaign Stops at UNCA
Werner Fornos, president of the Population Institute, will discuss global population issues at 9:45 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21 in the Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall. Winner of the 2003 United Nations Population Award, Fernos has addressed virtually every major international population forum since the 1974 World Population Conference in Bucharest. This free talk is sponsored by the Environmental Studies Department.

College Night at the Asheville Mall
The annual fall College Night will be held from 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, at the Asheville Mall. Coordinated by UNCA's Admissions Office, the free event will feature 130 colleges and universities, two-year colleges and military branches. Questions? Call India McHale at 251-6334.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Leave Donations Needed
The shared leave committee is soliciting donations for Jean Smith in the Cashiers Office.  Remember, leave can only be donated from vacation leave accounts. Donations or questions? Call Lisa Honeycutt at 232-5114.

Hurricane Relief Drive
The Campus Police Department is collecting non-monetary donations to assist with relief efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Charley and Frances. Needed items include bottled water, non-perishable food, baby food, pet food, personal hygiene items, first aid supplies, flashlights, candles, small toys, cleaning supplies, paper goods, charcoal and tarps. Donations should be dropped off at Vance Hall.

Registration Now Open for Super Saturday Program 
Gifted, creative and motivated 3rd-8th graders have an opportunity to explore world cultures, learn dog obedience training, try their hand at rocket science and much more at the 19th annual Super Saturday Program beginning September 25.  Some 33 unique courses are open for registration. Super Saturday courses meet 9 a.m.-noon for six Saturdays between September 25 and November 6. There will be no classes on October 16. All students are welcome to apply. Tuition for each individual course or $55 for children of UNCA employees. Deadline to apply is Friday, Sept. 17. A limited number of need-based scholarships are available; the scholarship deadline is Tuesday, Sept. 7. For more information or to request an application, call Special Academic Programs at 251-6558.

Free Fitness Assessments
Dominique Ennis, assistant director of campus life for wellness, is now offering free fitness assessments for students, faculty and staff. The one-hour assessment is valued at $300. The confidential, non-invasive tests include blood pressure, resting heart rate, height, weight, body fat, aerobic fitness, flexibility, and upper body strength. To make an appointment, call Dominique at 232-2881.

Campus Ministry Offers Protestant Communion
From 5-6 p.m. every Tuesday, there will be a Protestant communion service in the Campus Ministry House, followed by a snack supper. People of any denomination are welcome. For more information, call Rev. Amy Rio-Anderson at 250-3842.

Registration Now Open for Financial Investing Classes
Special Academic Programs will offer "Educating Investors Through the 21st Century" at locations in Asheville and Hendersonville. The Asheville class will meet from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesdays from September 21-October 12 in the Owen Conference Center. The Hendersonville class will meet from 6-8 p.m. on Thursdays from September 9-30 at the N.C. Cooperative Extension-Henderson County Center. Cost is $95 per person or $145 per couple. Deadline to register for the Asheville class is June 20; deadline to register for the Hendersonville class is August 30. For more information or to register, call Special Academic Programs at 251-6558 or e-mail spac@unca.edu. A registration form can be downloaded online at www.unca.edu/sprog/ce.

Fulbright Application Deadline is Approaching
The Fulbright Program aims to foster mutual understanding among nations through educational and cultural exchange. Each year, the program provides funding for approximately 1,000 American students from all disciplines to study or conduct research in more than 140 countries. Graduating seniors, postgraduate candidates and developing professionals and artists may apply. The campus application deadline is October 4. For more information, call Dr. Linda Cornett at 251-6974 or click on www.iie.org.

Employment Opportunities
Housekeeper in the Highsmith University Union (2 positions available)
Salary: $17,957-$19,500
Closing date: September 13 or until filled

Annual Fund Officer in Alumni & Development
Salary: $31,451-$40,000
Closing date: September 14 or until filled

Director of University Publications
Salary: $34,050-$46,097
Closing date: Extended to September 17 or until filled

Grounds Worker in Facilities Management & Planning
Salary: $19,065-$19,418
Closing date: September 22 or until filled

Student Services Assistant IV in Admissions
Salary: $20,626-$22,781
Closing date: September 22 or until filled

Director of the Center for Career Development
Salary: $40,000-$42,000
Closing date: September 29 or until filled

Administrative Manager in the Center for Diversity Education (temporary position)
Salary: $11.00 per hour
Closing date: Open until filled

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

Safety Tip
Store insect spray and weed killers in a locked area.

Energy Tip
Using a microwave to cook a meal uses about half the energy of a conventional oven.

Employee News
Updates for state employees from the N.C. Office of State Personnel are available online.

ART EXHIBITIONS

On view through September 28 at University Gallery, first floor of Owen Hall: Annual Art Faculty Exhibition

On view through September 30 at Blowers Gallery, main floor of Ramsey Library: "Bridging the Gap," photographs by Mickey Buckwalter and paintings by Lorelle Bacon

On view through October 4 in Highsmith University Union Gallery: UNCA Student Art Exhibition

On view through October 15 at the Mars Hill College Art Gallery, "Vanitas," paintings by Virginia Derryberry