Planning
on Living Off-campus?
If you are planning on living off-campus next year, but
are having difficulties, please contact Phil Cathcart with Student Government
at SGA@appstate.edu or call 262-6253.
Resident Student
Helpdesk
http://studentsupport.appstate.edu
datadorm@am.appstate.edu
Located in the lobby of Coltrane Hall, the resident student
helpdesk is designed to provide basic technical support to all Appalachian
students in the areas of hardware, software and networking. The helpdesk
is staffed exclusively by Residence Hall Technical Assistants who are full-time,
undergraduate students living on-campus who have demonstrated an above-average
working knowledge of today’s common computing difficulties. All students
are encouraged to utilize this free service by dialing 262-TECH between
the hours of 7:00 p.m. - 12 midnight, Sunday - Thursday evenings.
Peer Career
Room 216, Plemmons Student Union. 262-2029
http://www.appstate.edu/www_docs/student/peer/circus.htm
Career Counseling: The Peer Career Center is open for
students to stop by and work on making good career decisions. No appointments
are required. Hours are:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Outreach Programs: The Peer Career Staff is also available
to present programs to your classes, organizations, teams, or residence
halls. Various programs and activities are available to assist in learning
about oneself, the world of work, and decision-making. Call 262-2029 for
more information.
Crime of the
Week
The Watauga County Crimestoppers and the Watauga County
Sheriff’s Office is requesting information about the following automobile
thefts.
A forced entry into a residential garage located on Clarence
Newton Road off Highway 221 South outside of Blowing Rock was reported
on Tuesday, February 23. Entry was accomplished by prying a lock and hasp
from the door. Once inside, a 1987 Jeep Wrangler was stolen. The Jeep has
a tan-colored soft top and was displaying NC license plate number DWM-5553
at the time of theft.
On March 7, two vehicles were reported stolen from a residence
located on River Road in the Todd Community. The thefts occured between
the dates of Wednesday, March 3 and Saturday night, March 6. The owners
were out of town during that time and returned home to discover a 1991
Jeep Wrangler and a 1970 Volkswagen Beetle missing from the driveway.
The Jeep Wrangler is blue colored with a tan colored soft
canvas top. It is bearing NC license plate number HWV-6075. The stolen
Volkswagen Beetle is royal blue in color. No license plate was displayed
at the time of theft. The vehicle identification number is 1102333910.
The total estimated value of these thefts is $25,000.
A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered to anyone providing
information about these crimes which leads to the recovery of the stolen
property or the identity and arrest of the offender(s).
Renewable
Energy Workshops
Appalachian State University’s Solar Energy Society (ASUSES)
will host a series of renewable energy workshops Mondays at 7:30 p.m. The
free hour-long workshops are open to the public. Interested individuals
should meet in Kerr Scott Hall in the auditorium. Workshops follow the
club’s weekly 6:30 p.m. business meetings.
Spring semester workshops are as follows:
March 29 Building inspectors
April 5 Wind / Micro-hydro systems
April 12 Photovoltaics / Solar water heating
April 19 Tax credits for renewable energy
April 26 Utility issues
For more information, call ASUSES president Marcus Renner
at 262-2949 or Anne-Marie Suddreth at 264-6026.
Women’s
Center Volunteers Needed
Applications are available for all students, staff, and
faculty interested in volunteering at the Women’s Center for the 1999-2000
school year. Volunteers are needed to staff the center, work the desk,
participate in committees and/or work on special projects. Come by the
Women’s Center to pick up an application or call 262-6744 for more information.
The deadline for all applications is Thursday, April 15.
Be
a Peer Career Counselor for Fall 1999
Peer Career Counselors are undergraduate and graduate
students who staff the Peer Career Center 5 hours per week and attend a
weekly staff meeting. Twenty hours of intensive training in career counseling
skills is provided. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience
working with people, to advance your own career development, and to make
lasting friendships. Applications are available at the Peer Career Center
and are due April 5, 1999. For information, call 262-2029.
Belk
Library hours for Easter Break
Wednesday, March 31 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 1 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, April 2 Closed
Saturday, April 3 Closed
Sunday, April 4 3:00 p.m. - midnight
Now It’s Your Turn
ASU students, faculty, staff, student groups and classes
are invited to create a poster that attempts to document and publicize
the existing positive alcohol use norms among Appalachian students. Any
group or individual may enter the contest by submitting an original poster
to the Wellness or Counseling Center no later than March 31, 1999. Posters
will be judged by the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Committee, and
may be reproduced for campus-wide distribution as a part of the media campaign
currently in progress. Posters will be judged on the merits of artistic
quality and creativity and the creative use of a positive message that
tells the truth about alcohol use at Appalachian. Please contact Dale Kirkley
at 262-3148, Wellness Center or Denise Lovin, at 262-3180, Counseling Center
if you are interested in the contest for further guidelines.
Outdoor
Programs Open Enrollment Calendar
The following trips are open to ASU students, faculty,
and staff. Most trips are designed to accommodate beginners. All prices
include costs of instruction, technical equipment, transportation, and
food.
For trip sign-up and additional information, visit the
Outing Center on the second floor of the Student Union or call 262-4077.
The Outing Center is open Monday - Friday, 1 - 5 p.m. Come early, as many
trips fill soon after the start of the semester.
Kayak pool session @ broome-kirk pool • Wednesday, April
7
Practice your roll in the pool with experienced instructors.
Meet at the Outing Center.
Free
Rock climbing @ little lost cove cliffs • Saturday, April
10
This trip involves diverse climbing in a remote setting.
Expand your knowledge of climbing systems in this beautiful environment.
Students $15, Faculty/Staff $20
Day hike @ roan highlands area • Sunday, April 11
Join us on this hike to one of the most beautiful highland
areas in western North Carolina.
Students $10, Faculty/Staff $15
Kayak pool session @ broome-kirk pool • Wednesday, April
14
Practice your roll in the pool with experienced instructors.
Meet at the Outing Center.
Free
Backpacking expedition: Western north carolina • April
16 - 18
On this expedition, we will focus on Leave No Trace ethics,
wilderness living skills and safe backpacking techniques. We will explore
a beautiful and remote area in some of the state’s most spectacular mountains.
Students $45, Faculty/Staff $55
Whitewater rafting / funyaking on the french broad river
Saturday, April 17
One of our most popular trips, this adventure offers
an experience in Class III & IV Rapids.
Students $20, Faculty/Staff $30
Whitewater rafting / funyaking on the french broad river
Sunday, April 18
One of our most popular trips, this adventure offers
an experience in Class III & IV Rapids.
Students $20, Faculty/Staff $30
Whitewater kayaking overnight expedition • April 22 -
24
A popular trip in the past. Progress from basic kayaking
to more advanced rivers during this multi-day experience.
Students $95, Faculty/Staff $125
Rock climbing in abingdon, va • Saturday, April 24
This is an advanced trip that will challenge most climbers.
Participate in this sport climbing adventure.
Students $20, Faculty/Staff $25
Rock climbing at hound ears • Sunday, April 25
This trip is designed for beginning and intermediate
climbers. We will cover climbing systems and techniques, belaying and rapelling.
Students $15, Faculty/Staff $20
Whitewater rafting / funyaking on the french broad river
Saturday, May 1
One of our most popular trips, this adventure offers
an experience in Class III & IV Rapids.
Students $20, Faculty/Staff $30
Rock climbing at table rock • Saturday, May 1
This climbing trip is designed for intermediate to advanced
climbers. Learn more about climbing systems and techniques in this challenging
and beautiful setting.
Students $15, Faculty/Staff $20
Whitewater rafting / funyaking on the french broad river
Sunday, May 2
One of our most popular trips, this adventure offers
an experience in Class III & IV Rapids.
Students $20, Faculty/Staff $30
Nature hike on bluff mountain • Sunday, May 2
Come explore a spectacular mountain environment protected
by The Nature Conservancy. The spring wildflowers will be spectacular at
this time of year!
Students $15, Faculty/Staff $20
Modern/Jazz
Movement Dance Classes
The Blowing Rock Parks and Recreation is now offering
Modern/Jazz Movement Dance Classes. Classes will run for 6 weeks from March
29 through April 29. The youth class will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays
from 4:00 to 5:15 p.m., and adult classes will be held Mondays and Wednesdays
from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. The fee is $5 per class.
The leader, Catherine Altice, has trained and taught gymnastics
and dance to young people during high school and college. She received
her dance training from Appalachian State University, UNC Greensboro, The
American Dance Festival at Duke University and various Professional Choreographers.
She has also performed and choreographed dance works throughout North Carolina.
Catherine has a B.S. in Mass Media from Appalachian State and a B.F.A.
in Fine Art from UNCG.
The classes are geared for the beginner as well as intermediate
dancers. Emphasis is placed on the basics on Modern/Jazz, conditioning,
increasing flexibility and improving body alignment. This is also a low-impact
class designed to release stress/tension points in the body and recharge
the mind and body through basic Yoga and Visualization techniques.
Classes are limited to 12 people. Please call 295-5222
to reserve a space.
Blowing
Rock Day Camp Scholarship Drive
Many children who would enjoy and benefit from the Blowing
Rock Day Camp are unable to afford the tuition needed for camp activities.
There is now a Camp Scholatship Fund to benefit those who need financial
assistance.
The purpose of the Blowing Rock Day Camp is to provide
children with the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities
that will broaden their experiences, help them to develop self-esteem,
and teach them the importance of cooperating with others. We employ a dedicated
and professional staff who focus on the best interests of the children
attending the camp. Camp activities include field trips to natural areas
(hiking along the Blue Ridge Parkway, biking on the Virginia Creeper Trail,
rafting on the Watauga River); visits to area attractions (Tweetsie Railroad,
North Carolina Zoo, and Carowinds); swimming at the Town Pool; performing
arts programs; arts & crafts classes; outdoor education and nature
activities; and a wide variety of playground and sports activities.
Scholarship recipients must reside in the Blowing Rock
School District. Recipients are selected by the school based on confidential
financial records. Recipients will receive two weeks of camp. Donations
may be made in any amount; however, we are requesting a minimum donation
of $50. Keep in mind that tuition ranges from $85 to $95 dollars per camper
per week.
If you or your organization is interested in contributing
to the camp scholarship program, please stop by the Blowing Rock Parks
and Recreation office between 8:15 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Donations may be mailed to the camp at P.O. Box 47, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605.
Make checks payable to Blowing Rock Day Camp.
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