The Student Health Service will be offering flu vaccinations to students from Monday, October 21 through Wednesday, November 27. Vaccinations will be given on a first come, first served basis Monday-Friday from 9:00-11:30 a.m. and 1:15-3:30 p.m. Students requesting the vaccination should sign in at the front desk with a valid student ID. The cost is $3.

The vaccine is not recommended for persons having allergies to chickens or feathers.

The Health Service is offering a Travel Clinic to provide appropriate travel information, immunizations, and medications in preparation for foreign travel. The clinic operates on Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon by appointment only. Costs to students will include immunizations and medications that are recommended. For further information about the Travel Clinic, contact Laquita Norrington or Susan Tumbleston at 262-3100.

Fall Semester Operating Hours

Weekdays

Note: for direct dialing to the appointment secretary, please call 262-6577.

The Health Service opens at 9:00 a.m. on Fridays.

To inquire about immunization records, call 262-6578 for a direct line to the immunization secretary between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon and 1:00-4:30 p.m.

Weekends

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The Student Government Association is now accepting applications for the 1997-98 Presidential/Vice Presidential Election Committee. All students are welcome to apply for the committee. The application deadline is Friday, November 8 at 12:00 p.m. If you have any questions, or would like to pick up an application, please see Caroline in the SGA offices, or call 262-6257.

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The BSA Gospel Choir presents "Tell Heaven I'm Coming," a heartwarming story of the real meaning of Christmas, written and directed by Theron McConneyhead, under the musical direction of Cornelius Young, on Sunday, November 10, at 4:00 p.m. in Farthing Auditorium. All are welcome!

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Get free personalized instruction and information on the basic skills of fitness acitvities by attending fitness clinics. Also, earn a free T-shirt by reaching set fitness goals.

All clinics are held at the Quinn Center. Preregistration is required. Call 262-3035 one day in advance to register.

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The ASU Counseling Center staff will host "Lunch with Uncle Sigmund" on Mondays from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. in the New River Room (Room 100) of the Student Union. A short program will be followed by a discussion of the topic of the day.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own lunch and plan to learn and share. Topics and dates are listed below. Questions may be addressed to the Counseling Center at 262-3180.

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Students interested in spending the 1997-98 academic year at our sister institution, The Northeastern University in the Peoples Republic of China, should contact Tom Adams, Office of International Programs, 2019 Raley Hall, 262-2046.

Students should contact Mr. Adams regarding the application and information regarding this exchange program. Juniors, seniors and graduate students, from any discipline, may apply. The deadline for submission of applications is November 1, 1996. Students will be notified of selection prior to the Christmas holidays.

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APPALACHIAN - ANGERS FRENCH SUMMER PROGRAM

June 2 - July 2, 1997

The Appalachian-Angers summer program is one of the finest and most economical overseas programs in the nation. It is a join venture between the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures at Appalachian State University, and the Université d'Angers. The program takes place on the premises of the Université d'Angers, two hours southwest of Paris, in the heart of the Loire Valley. It offers students a variety of courses and cultural activities. Students will be housed in private rooms in university residence halls.

The following courses will be offered: French 2010 (3)-Conversational French; French 3530 (3) - Contemporary French Culture; French 3531 (3) - French Conversational Patterns. 3-hour classes meet 1 hour 30 minutes every morning, five days a week. Students also will have the opportunity to visit area sites and historical monuments in the afternoon.

Program fees: Five weeks to include room and board, Appalachian tuition for 6 hours, two major excursions, insurance and International Student I.D. $1850.00 For further information call the Dept. of Foreign Languages & Literatures at 262-2304 or 262-3095; or Office of International Studies at 262-2046.

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The Peer Career Center in Plemmons Student Union is currently accepting applications for peer counselors for Spring Semester 1997. The Center's paraprofessional staff receives intensive training and experience in counseling fellow students with career concerns. Staff openings are non-paid positions.

Peer Career is a free drop-in service to the ASU community which offers career counseling and information. Applications are available at the Peer Career Center located on the second floor of the Student Union and the Counseling & Psychological Services Center in the Miles Annas Student Services Building. Application deadline is November 18. For further information, call 262-2029.

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The National Security Education Program provides grants for undergraduate and graduate study abroad in less than traditional overseas venues and for less than traditional languages. The aim of the program, which is sponsored by the Department of Defense, is to expand the base of Americans who can speak other than mainstream languages, e.g. Arabic, Chinese, Russian, etc. and who have studied the cultures of people not normally targeted by American study abroad programs. For example, study in Western Europe, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia will not receive grant support. Students must design their own study programs directly with institutions overseas. This is a national competition requiring the highest of academic acheivement and future potential. The deadline for submission of applications to Washington for the 1997-98 Academic Year is early February 1997 so applicants should not delay. Check with the office of International Programs, 2019 Raley Hall for additional details and application materials.

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The Learning Assistance Program will host Lunch and Learn on Wednesdays from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. in seminar room 200B, D.D. Doughtery Hall. Participants are encouraged to bring a bag lunch and an open mind! Inquiries may be addressed to Cara McCarthy or Cindy Vanriper at the LAP (262-2259).

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For the past 39 years, Glamour magazine has recognized gifted women students from campuses nationwide. You can help ASU's talented women to be represented in this competition by identifying female juniors who excel as leaders, students, and volunteers. Winners will receive a cash prize of $1,000, opportunities to meet with top professionals and national recognition in Glamour's October 1997 issue. Applications and submission guidelines are available at the Equity Office in East Hall, B-4. The deadline for submissions is November 30, 1996.

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Need money? Officiate Intramural Sports! Officials are needed for Team Handball. If you are interested, please contact the Intramural Office at 262-2100.

All Activities offer Men's, Women's and Co-Rec play (except when listed otherwise).

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November 7, 8:00 p.m.
Concert — School of Music
Flute Choir: Nancy Schneeloch, conductor
Rosen Concert Hall
Free — 262-3020

November 8 - December 13
Exhibit — Catherine J. Smith Gallery
Elastic Visions (computer generated and computer based)
Reception on November 15 at 5:00 p.m.
Catherine J. Smith Gallery
Monday - Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Free — 262-3017 

November 8, 8:00 p.m.
Concert — School of Music
Treble Choir: Priscilla Peebles, conductor
Rosen Concert Hall
Free — 262-3020

November 11, 8:00 p.m.
Concert — School of Music
MIDI Ensemble: Scott Meister, conductor
Rosen Concert Hall
Free — 262-3020 

November 12, 8:00 p.m.
Concert — School of Music
Percussion Ensemble: Robert Falvo, conductor
Rosen Concert Hall
Free — 262-3020

November 13, 7:00 p.m.
Lecture — Appalachian Humanities Thematic Festival
"A Call for Modern Heroes: Enhance the Human Spirit for a Brighter Future for Our Children"
Speaker: Judy Carlson (Department of Health, Leisure, and Exercise Science)
Linville Falls Room, Plemmons Student Union
Free — 262-2428

November 13, 8:00 p.m.
Concert — School of Music
Concert Band: Jay Jackson, conductor
Rosen Concert Hall
Free — 262-3020

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Stay at the New York Loft, located in the Soho District of Lower Manhattan. Students, faculty, and staff can stay for $18 per person a night. Alumni and non-Appalachian persons can stay for $25 per person a night. Reservations can be made a year in advance. For reservations or additional information, contact the Instructional Technology Center at 262-2132.

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Stay at the Appalachian House in Washington, D.C., located three blocks behind the Capitol. Students, faculty, and staff can stay for $18 per person a night. Alumni and non-Appalachian persons can stay for $25 per person a night. Reservations can be made a year in advance. For reservations or additional information, contact the Instructional Technology Center at 262-2132.

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Outdoor programs will be offering free pool clinics for any students, faculty, or staff who are interested in learning the basics of whitewater kayaking. Clinics will be held the first three Wednesdays in November and will run from 7:00-10:00 p.m. Anyone wanting more information or wanting to sign up should come by the Outing Center between 1:00 and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Space is limited so please sign up early.

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We are happy to announce the calendar of events for the Fall 1996 season of the Visiting Writers Series at Appalachian State University. We appreciate the additional funding and contributions of the North Carolina and Watauga County Arts Councils, the College of Arts and Sciences, the Friends of Belk Library, Gideon Ridge Inn, and The Red Onion restaurant. Please feel free to contact Susan Weinberg (265-0393) or Lynn Doyle (262-3979) for further information about readings or attendance at additional workshops by the visiting writers. Admission to all events is free.

Thursday, November 14:
Israeli Detective Novelist Batya Gur (Murder on the Kibbutz)
Roan Mountain Room, Plemmons Student Union, 7:00 p.m.
Co-sponsored by the Humanities Thematic Festival

Admission to all events is free. Community members wishing to attend a class session with a particular writer should reserve a space by calling 262-2871. The University Bookstore will sell books by the authors at each reading.

Parking is available in any university lot after 5:00 p.m. Those lots closest to the Plemmons Student Union are near the intersection of College and Howard Streets, behind Whitener Hall. Also suggested is the lot across from the Presbyterian Church, behind the ASU Post Office.

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Quinn Recreational Center

Aerobics

Fitness Clinics:

Free specialized sessions providing personalized fitness instruction and information. See the Quinn Center console worker for weekly schedules or call the Quinn Center at 262-3035.

Weight Room

The weight room will be open the same hours as the facility, except from 9:00 a.m. - noon, Monday through Friday. The gym and indoor track are available for use at all times the facility is open except on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Racquetball

Court reservations are taken one day in advance. Reservations for Sundays and Mondays are taken on Fridays.

Mt. Mitchell Life Fitness Centre

Aerobics

Monday - Thursday, 5:00 p.m., 5:15 p.m., 6:30 p.m.

Yoga

Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.

Karate

Tuesdays and Thursday, 6:30 p.m.

Swimming Pool (at Broome Kirk Gym)

Lap Swim

Free Swim

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