April 20, 2004 Online Since 1996 Vol 78 No. 48

The Appalachian | News
Climate survey II: ethnic minorities
Minority students more likely to say they feel 'unsafe'
by Elizabeth Ashford
Staff Writer

Race and ethnicity were the focus of the second part of Appalachian State University’s Campus Climate Survey.

The survey, conducted online January 2003 by the Student Development Diversity Committee, received responses from 1,821 students and 186 faculty and staff.

The second part of the survey asked questions relating to diversity, including campus safety, the value of diversity and other diversity issues at Appalachian.

According to the survey, “Minority students were significantly more likely than white students to say that they felt unsafe on campus during the day or off campus at any time.”

“Regardless of the race or ethnicity, we feel the university is a safe place to go to school,” Appalachian State University Police Department Assistant Chief Larry C. Foster said.

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SGA approves bill for partner benefits

by Justin Boulmay
Staff Writer

The Student Government Association passed a resolution April 6 supporting extending soft benefits married couples enjoy at Appalachian State University to domestic partners.

The resolution passed 19-4-2 and supports written policies that would extend soft benefits to domestic partners, such as access to athletic facilities, library access and time to take off work to care for a sick loved one.

“I was encouraged by it,” Director of State and National Affairs Paul A. Funderburk said. “I thought it would go into debate and it didn’t. I’m glad people realize it’s really a pretty easy issue to decide on.”

“I was surprised that there wasn’t any debate,” Appalachian Heights Senator Amanda G. Zeddy said, and added that there were more people opposed to the bill than she thought would have been.

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Housing open in New York, D.C.
by Leslie Rasimas
Staff Writer

Appalachian State University is the only school in the University of North Carolina system to own off-campus housing facilities in New York and Washington, D.C., Associate Vice Chancellor for Diversity Dr. Harry L. Williams said.

Minor changes in the management of the Appalachian House in Washington, D.C. and the Appalachian Loft in New York are in effect.

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Natural market finds new home on Hwy 105
Peter Larkins | The Appalachian
The Mountain Times office on Depot Street was sold to the Watauga County Arts Council for an 8,500-square-foot art studio and gallery.
by Anna Oakes
Staff Writer

The search for a new location is over as Razzberry’s Natural Market settles into its new home on N.C. Highway 105.

Razzberry’s moved from its former location in the Log Village Shopping Center on Blowing Rock Road during the last weekend in March, owner Buzz Beeson said. Razzberry’s is now located in Suite 12 of Heritage Court across from the Graystone Lodge.

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Parents provide silent, strong support
by Jennifer Schneider
Staff Writer

Appalachian State University has many groups that work in the background to keep the campus running smoothly. These individuals work hard to keep the campus connected.
The Parents Association is one of those groups.

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Spring Fever
Peter Larkins | The Appalachian
Students enjoy the warm weather as they lounge on a rock at the top of Hebron Rock Colony Sunday. Hebron is a popular spot with students for hiking. According to Ray's Boone Weather Web site, clouds will cover the High Country, but temperatures will reach 70 degrees through the weekend.

Youth Network seeks volunteers
Volunteers are needed for the Spring Field Day at Watauga Youth Network April 24. For more information, contact Brian Byrnes at 828-832-7184

Hunger Coalition sponsors diaper drive
The Hunger Coalition is sponsoring a Diaper Drive. For more information, contact Alaina in the Women’s Center in Plemmons Student Union at 262-6744.

Earth Week events set for Wednesday
Earth Week will be held Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Sanford Mall. Events will include live music and speakers. Information tables, live animals and free food will be available as well. The event is sponsored by the ASU Solar Energy Society & Sustainable Development, Appalachian & the Community Together and Students Actively Volunteering for the Environment.

Positive attitudes
program April 21
The Department of Communication and the Counseling Center will sponsor a program on how to have a positive attitude toward life. “The ABCs of Life” will be held Wednesday at 5:30 in Price Lake Room of Plemmons Student Union.

Rape, sexual assault support Wednesdays
The Counseling Center will hold rape/sexual assault support meetings on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. For more information call the Counseling Center at 262-3180.
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