March. 4, 2004 Online Since 1996 Vol 78 No. 40

The Appalachian | News
Search for Chairpersons underway
by Leslie Rasimas
Staff Writer

Search committees for seven chair positions in three colleges are looking for candidates to represent Appalachian State University and fill the positions permanently.

Chairpersons are needed in the College of Arts and Sciences for biology, geology and philosophy and religion.

The College of Fine and Applied Arts looks to fill the positions of chairpersons in health, leisure and exercise science and technology.

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SGA examines adding benefits for domestic partners
by Justin Boulmay
Staff Writer

Members of the Student Government Association (SGA) are in the process of addressing domestic partner benefits for Appalachian State University faculty.

SGA Director of State and National Affairs Paul A. Funderburk and Appalachian Heights Senator Amanda G. Zeddy support legislation calling for faculty with domestic partners to receive the same benefits married faculty members currently receive.

A domestic partnership is defined as two people who are 18 or older and plan to reside together, Funderburk said.

Domestic partners include both heterosexual and homosexual orientations.

The legislation is expected to go to the Rules Committee after Spring Break. After the committee reviews the resolution, it will be presented to the senate.

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Exposition showcases student artwork, ideas
Beth Ramsey | The Appalachian
Junior Serge Isaenko looks at art entered in this year's contest.
by Jennifer Schneider
Staff Writer

The Appalachian State University Art Expo will highlight student accomplishments March 18 through April 7 in Catherine J. Smith Gallery.

“The Art Expo is our annual open house and showcase of student art work,” professor of art Dr. Marianne S. Suggs said

The exposition will display a variety of student paintings, sculptures, graphic design, prints, jewelry, fibers, ceramic works, drawings and more.

Assistant professor of art Christopher M. Curtin said professional artists working with the department of art judged the artwork at an open house in Wey Hall Tuesday. The selected works will be on display in the upcoming exposition.

Students and faculty were invited to experience the artwork.

“It was a great way to see all the different visions of Appalachian students,” junior criminal justice major Adam C. Wiley said. “It is a great break from my long day of exams and classes.”

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Boone Saloon fills King Street vacancy, keeps kitchen open late
by Anna Oakes
Staff Writer

A new restaurant and bar called Boone Saloon is open for business. The restaurant, located at 489 W. King St., opened Friday.

Boone Saloon is in the space formerly occupied by Caribbean Cafe between The Jean Pool and Mountaineer Mania.

“[Boone Saloon] has got to be, by far, the coolest bar around,” co-owner Brady Sleeper said. “Our bar offers a really hip, relaxing atmosphere to hang out.”

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Proposed association to increase international diversity on campus
by Elizabeth Ashford
Staff Writer

Appalachian State University plans to form an international faculty association to help the university’s international faculty and student population grow.

“We’re looking at the possibility of establishing an International Faculty, Staff and Spouse Association with the whole purpose of connecting and getting people together from all over the world,” Associate Vice Chancellor for Diversity Dr. Harry L. Williams said.

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Balancing Act
Beth Ramsey | The Appalachian
ASU Junior Brad Wilson slacklines on Sanford Mall Wednesday
afternoon. Wilson has slacklined over Winkler's Creek and plans to do it over Devil's Cellar on Table Rock some day using a harness.


Hilton Head
vacation drawing

Students can enter and win a free trip and stay at the Player’s Club Resort and Hotel in Hilton Head, S.C. The drawing takes place March 17, and is hosted by the Appalachian State University Recreational Management Association. Tickets are $5 each, and 3 tickets for $10. Tickets are available for purchase from the RMA.

InterVarsity holds
Q&A on "Passion"
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship is holding a question and answer session following a viewing of the film “The Passion of the Christ.” They will pose the question “Who is Jesus and why did he have to die,” at Legends, March 2 at 7:30 p.m. The event will be sponsored by InterVaristy Christian Fellowship, Campus Crusade for Christ, Baptist Student Union, New Life, Wesley Foundation and Campus Christian Fellowship.

Sunday's Well to perform March 17
Sunday’s Well, a traditional Irish music group, will perform in Rosen Concert Hall March 17 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $3 for adults and $2 for children and senior citizens. The charge will benefit the 2004 Study Abroad in Irish Traditional Music.

"The Human Condition" in I.G. Greer
“The Human Condition: An Evening of Pulitzer Prize Winning Playwrights” will be presented by the Department of Theatre and Dance at 8 p.m. March 17-20 in I.G. Greer. Tickets are $4 and can be purchased at the door or in advance by calling 262-3063.

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