THIS WEEK

Monday, October 11
Term II classes begin

City Market Highsmith University Union Dedication Week Special: 50 cent coffee

Humanities 124: "Bronze Age Greece," Dr. Sophie Mills, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Humanities 214: "Africa During Europe's Medieval Period," Dr. Dolly Jenkins-Mullen, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

"Exploring Distant Worlds: Characterization of Transiting Extrasolar Planets," Jeremy Richardson of NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, 1:15-2:15 p.m., 123 Robinson Hall

Hispanic Heritage Month event: Screening of "Senorita Extraviada" ("Missing Young Woman"), 5 p.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Slide lecture by ceramic artist Josh DeWeese, 7 p.m., Highsmith University Union Mountain Suite

Mississippi State University Brass Quintet in concert, 7:30 p.m., Lipinsky Auditorium, $5

World Affairs Council: "U.S. Foreign Policy Debate: The Democratic and Republican Perspectives," 7:30 p.m., Reuter Center, $5

Tuesday, October 12
Term I grades due

City Market Highsmith University Union Dedication Week Special: 99 cent cheeseburger

Protestant Communion, 5-6 p.m., Campus Ministries House

Hispanic Heritage Month Event: Free salsa dance lesson, 7-8 p.m., Highsmith University Union Alumni Hall

Wednesday, October 13
City Market Highsmith University Union Dedication Week Special: 50 cent off purchase with OneCard

Consumer Credit Counseling Workshop for Students, 2 p.m., 221 Highsmith University Union

Diamond Brand Low Ropes Course dedication, 3 p.m., near the Vivian Ave. parking lot

New Employee Orientation, 3-5 p.m., Ramsey Library Red Oak Room

"Medieval Islamic Thought: Political Theory," Drs. Peg Downes and Gordon Wilson, 4-5:30 p.m., Highsmith University Union Mount Mitchell Room

Hispanic Heritage Month: "Latino Queer Issues," Maria de Guzman, 8 p.m., Highsmith University Union Alumni Hall

Presidential Debate Watching Party, 9 p.m., 125 Rhodes-Robinson. Sponsored by the Political Union.

Thursday, October 14
Last day to drop/add or register for Term II

City Market Highsmith University Union Dedication Week Special: free drink with Sunset Mountain Sizzler order

Bookstore grand opening celebration and sale, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 

UNCA Outdoors Highsmith Office and Cycle Shop grand opening celebration and free backcountry breakfast, 8:30-10 a.m.

Career Center Open House, 10 a.m.-noon, 259 Highsmith University Union

Student Government Open House, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 237 Highsmith University Union

Free ice cream and Bulldog temporary tattoos, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Highsmith University Union patio

Free Highsmith University Union commemorative photos, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., 103 Highsmith University Union

Free backcountry lunch, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., UNCA Outdoors Highsmith Office

Free caricatures, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Highsmith University Union

Highsmith University Union Art Gallery opening: "William E. Highsmith: His Legacy to UNC Asheville," 11:45 a.m.

Access Workshop: "Nutrition and Exercise," noon-1 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Highsmith University Union dedication, 12:15 p.m., Highsmith University Union Commons

Meet certified therapy dogs, 1-2 p.m., Highsmith University Union patio

"How to Spot Dangerous Men Before Becoming Involved," Sandra Brown, 2-3 p.m., Ramsey Library Whitman Room

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

Reading by author James McCourt, 4 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Performance by slam poet Alix Olson, 7:30 p.m., Highsmith University Union Commons

Jump Little Children in concert, 9 p.m., Highsmith University Union Alumni Hall, free with OneCard or $10 general admission

Friday, October 15
City Market Highsmith University Union Dedication Week Special: $1 off any Grab-and-Go entree

Humanities 324: "Imperialism," Dr. John Wood, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Humanities 414: "Gender Inequality and Women's Experience," Grace Campbell, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

Women's Soccer vs. Radford, 4 p.m., Greenwood Field

Volleyball vs. Winthrop, 7 p.m., Justice Center

Mama Shabu and Djembe in concert, 7 p.m., Highsmith University Union Alumni Hall

Saturday, October 16
University Open House, 8:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Health & Fitness Center

"Tidal Wave: How Women Changed America," Dr. Sara Evans of the University of Minnesota, 9:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Laurel Forum, Karpen Hall

Volleyball vs. Coastal Carolina, 2 p.m., Justice Center

An Evening with Comedian David J. Nash, 8 p.m., Highsmith University Union Commons

Sunday, October 17
Mountain Echoes Storyfest, noon-4 p.m., Highsmith University Union Alumni Hall, free

Writers at Home: Readings by Anthony Kellman and Pat Reviere-Seel, 3 p.m., Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

Monday, October 18
Humanities 124: "Greek City-States," Dr. Brian Hook, 11 a.m., Humanities Lecture Hall

Humanities 214: "Medieval Asia, Imperial China," 11 a.m., Dr. Cindy Ho, 11 a.m., Lipinsky Auditorium

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

COMING UP

Screening of Emmy-Nominated Documentary "Blue Vinyl"
The Cultural and Special Events Committee will host a screening of the documentary "Blue Vinyl" at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, in the Humanities Lecture Hall. The film explores the relationship between consumers and the polyvinyl chloride (PVC) industry. "Blue Vinyl" won the cinematography award in the documentary competition at the 2002 Sundance Film Festical and was nominated for two Emmy Awards. Questions? Call Dr. Lori Horvitz at 251-6590.

Career and Graduate School Fair
The Career Center and Key Center for Service Learning will host a Career and Graduate School Fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26, in the Highsmith University Union. The event is free and open to students, alumni and the community. Questions? Call the Career Center at 251-6515 or click on www.unca.edu/career.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Leave Donations Needed
The shared leave committee is soliciting donations for Harold Johnson in Facilities Management.  Remember, leave can only be donated from vacation leave accounts. Donations or questions? Call Lisa Honeycutt at 232-5114.

Required Teachers' Course Offered
Registration is now open for Effective Teacher Training, a required course for teaching and substituting in some North Carolina public school systems, including Buncombe County and Asheville public schools. The class will meet from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on four consecutive Saturdays October 23-November 13 on campus. Cost is $75 plus textbook, which is available at the bookstore. Three continuing education credits are available with a $15 processing fee due with a completed form at the end of class. For more information or to register, call Special Academic Programs at 251-6558 or click on www.unca.edu/sprog/.

Young Engineers Invited to Test Their Creativity in Design Competitions 
Young engineers are invited to test their skills at building bridges and marshmallow catapults at the Engineering Design Competition sponsored by the Engineering Department. The competition for high school students will be held from noon-4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22, in the Health and Fitness Center. The competitions are open to students in grades 9-12. Teams may be made up of members from any school or organization. Any interested group may participate. Registration deadline for the event is October 15. Entries must meet project specifications. For more information or to register, call Joe Fahmy, director at 251-6944 or click on www.unca.edu/ncsu_engr/for_kids/.

Employment Opportunities
Administrative Assistant in College for Seniors/N.C. Center for Creative Retirement
Temporary four-month position, with possibility of extension
Salary: $11.50 per hour
Closing date: Open until filled

Assistant Vice Chancellor for Special Projects in Alumni & Development
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Closing date: October 15 or until filled

Office/Budget Manager Alumni & Development
Salary: $27,882-$29,195
Closing date: October 15  or until filled

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

Web Services Librarian in Ramsey Library
Salary: $35,000 minimum -- salary will be commensurate with experience and education
Closing date: November 1

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
Battery-powered jack-o-lantern candles are safer than a real flame.

Energy Tip
Use no more water than you need when cooking.

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

ART EXHIBITIONS

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

On view through October 22 at Organic Steel Studio, 109 Roberts St.: "Push," interactive sculptures by B.F.A. candidate Sean Pace

On view through October 29 at Blowers Gallery: "Out of Hand: Textile Art with a Twist," textile art by local artist Sara B. May