Campus Memo January 26, 1999
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History Professor Fred M. Donner will deliver the scholars convocation at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, in Herrick Chapel. Donner's lecture is entitled, The Rise of Islam in Historical Context.
Donner states: "Islam's sudden appearance in the 7th century and its rapid expansion over the next century have long perplexed historians." In his talk, he will " re-examine the ways in which historians have approached this problem and suggest alternative perspectives for this major phenomenon in world history."
Donner received his A.B. and Ph. D. degrees from Princeton University and is currently Professor of Near Eastern History at the Oriental Institute, University of Chicago.
On Monday, February 1, 4:15 p.m. in ARH 102., Dr. Helen C. Scott, candidate for English tenure track position, will give a presentation entitled: Is There Class in This Text? Cultural Nationalism and Post-colonial Literature. You are urged to attend; refreshments will be served.
Character (Netherlands, 1997), directed by Mike van Diem, in Dutch with English subtitles, Color 125 minutes. Friday & Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m., ARH 302.
Oscar-winning, powerful story of a virtuous young man, Jakob (Fedja vanHuet), in 1920s Rotterdam, caught in a web of financial entanglements with his estranged, malevolent father, Dreverhaven (Jan Decleir). Assured feature directorial debut by van Diem feels Dickensian, but moves like wildfire. Based on a popular 1938 Dutch novel by Ferdinand Bordewijk and filmed throughout Europe, Character is visually stunning, counterpointing a steely noir palette with a baroque, Bertoluccian camera style. The nemesis Dreverhaven is a hulking, mysterious, almost mythical figure, who serves as the hero's scourge and, perhaps, his salvation. Jakob is the very image of the modern self-made man, but it is his father, for better or worse, who gives him his character. See addendum to Campus Memo for list of Cultural Films this semester.
This 80-minute video tape presents great performances from forty years of the Monterey Festival, the longest running festival in the world. The many "greats" include Theolonoios Monk, Louis Armstrong, Dizzy Gillespie, Billy Holiday, Dave Brubeck, Clark Terry and the Duke Ellington and Count Basie bands and more. During the `70;s and `80's the jazz artists who came to Grinnell College were Dizzy, Louis, Clark Terry and The Duke and The Count. The tape gives interesting insight into the jazz era and programming presented at Grinnell during these years. Thursday, January 28, 9:15 p.m., Harris.
Next week's film: Anne of The Thousand
Days, the first of a trilogy about King Henry VIII, his problems and the Church and with
his
many wives.
Auditions for the Theatre Department's third Mainstage production of the year, Shakespeare's Macbeth, are taking place on Tuesday, Jan. 26th, at 4:30 p.m. in the Flanagan Studio Theatre. First read-throughs will occur Tuesday evening or Wednesday. If you missed auditions but want to be considered for a role, please contact Ellen Mease (x3129) quickly.
In writing Hamlet, Shakespeare discovered in the guilty Claudius the dramatic potential of a damned soul in agony. With Macbeth, Shakespeare got inside the skin of a murderer—a good man who chooses ill and suffers the juggernaut of guilt and punishment. Our production will focus on the emotion and language of the play's action, with minimal setting (blood-red carpet) and props, modern dress, and a tightly-knit ensemble of players. Visiting guest acting instructor Ruth Childs will assist with Shakespearean diction training. Visiting guest artists also include costumer designer Kathy Kohl (Minneapolis) and lighting designer Dave King (San Francisco). Stage manager is Clara Rice. For further information contact Ellen Mease or Clara. Macbeth will be performed March 11-14.
The Africana Studies Concentration appreciates this opportunity to collaborate across departments and divisions for the 3rd Annual Inter-Disciplinary Conference, April 22, 1999, The Economy of Racial Identities Within and Across Disciplinary Boundaries.
The Africana Studies Concentration at Grinnell College seeks proposals for presentations at the 1999 conference. We welcome proposals from students, faculty and administrators.
This conference seeks to provide an interdisciplinary forum for intellectual exchange among students, faculty and administrators as well as an opportunity to present preliminary research and new ideas.
Papers may be broadly focused or may present case studies as well as works-in-progress. Individual as well as joint proposals will be accepted for consideration. Proposals may also be submitted as a complete session proposal which includes two or three related papers and a moderator.
Abstracts should be no longer than 150 words. Papers, including footnotes and references should not exceed 15 double-spaced, typed papers.
Proposals should be submitted to: Africana Studies Concentration, Grinnell College, P.O. Box 805, Grinnell, IA 50112. Proposals may be faxed to 515-269-4330. The AFR cannot accept proposals via e-mail. For more details, please contact Professor K. Gibel Azoulay, Chair AAS at 515-269-4324, or Ms. S. Canty-Elliott, Associate Dean, Student Affairs at 515-269-3703.
Deadline has been extended. Proposals must be postmarked by Friday, February 12, 1999. Notification of acceptance will be provided by 19 February 1999.
Chaplain's Office Announcements
Information outlining activities sponsored by the Chaplain's Office is an addendum to the Campus Memo.
The Grinnell Symphony Orchestra will cheerfully welcome any heretofore closeted string players who are aching to come out of the closet. The GSO's string section is already robust; we would now like to see it become even more robuster. Any and all interested parties, and any returning former members of the ensemble who've been out a semester and would like to play again, should please e-mail [DIAMOND], or phone x3066 and leave a message.
There are, additionally, two openings in the brass section this semester one opening for a trumpet player (opening is new
this semester), and one opening for a trombone player (remains from last semester). Neither trumpets nor trombones will have work
until mid-semester; from then on, however, you'll really have to cut the ketchup. As above, interested trumpets and trombones
should
either e-mail [DIAMOND] or phone x3066 and leave a message.
The first meeting of the GSO this semester is this Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in Fine Arts 103. It'd be real swell if all prospective new and former members would notify [DIAMOND] before Thursday; e-mail messages regarding orchestra business may have to go out before the meeting, and you won't get `em otherwise. Gird your loins; make contact; just do it.
A list of staff members and their offices/phone numbers is an addendum to the Campus Memo.
The Grinnell Community Art Gallery, 927 4th Avenue, is presenting Landscape: Imagination and Memory by Sara Tabbert `92 through February 12, 1999. Gallery Hours are 3-5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday and by special appointment, 236-2600.
The Art department is in need of props for still life set ups in the drawing and painting labs. Objects of all sorts will be graciously accepted - small furniture (tables & chairs), ceramic ware, glassware, fabrics, metalware and other decorative objects. Please contact Bobbie McKibbin, Chair and arrangements will be made to accept your gifts. Call 269-3080 (office), McKibbin@ac.grin.edu (e-mail) or 236-8745 (home).
Continuing with all the highlights of Charlemagne's private life, Latin Reading Group begins again this Thursday at 8 p.m. at the McKibbens' home, 916 Seventh Avenue.
•Lost: bike key. If you've found a bike lock key on a shoestring, please e-mail me at [nelsonn].
•Lost: gold/silver Guess watch somewhere between North campus dorms and Science Bldg. If found, return to Box 5-69 or call x3920 (Courtney).
The Second Semester Final Examination Schedule and Dates to Remember are addendum items to the Campus Memo.
Afraid to tell your loved one how you feel? Looking for an original way to express you love? Just want to embarrass a friend? Brighten up someone's Valentine's Day by sending them a Singing Valentine, courtesy of the Grinnell Singers.
E-mail [oneil] or [singers] or mail box 18-23, and provide:
1) the name of the recipient; 2) where and when you want them serenaded (before or after class, in the dining halls, etc.; 3) male or female quartet; 4) your message to your valentine, greeting to sign-off (signed or anonymous).
Valentines cost $4, to send Singers to Europe. Requests taken through February 13. Valentines delivered February 1-14.
There will be a series of Open Houses to introduce faculty to the new Interactive Instructional Facility (or, IIF). Instruction will be provided on the unique feature of the room, Robotel, a hardware system that provides new opportunities for student/instructor interaction. Other equipment in the room includes 12 PCs, and AV equipment such as a projector, VCR, DVD/CD player, and scanner.
Refreshments will be served. Come to the IIF (located in the basement of Burling Library) on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday (February 3,4,5) at 4:15 p.m.
Information on the Staying Well at a Grinnell Program is an addendum to the Campus Memo.
A Support Staff Meeting has been scheduled for Friday, January 29 at 2:30 p.m. in the South Lounge. All members of the support staff are encouraged to attend.
The ACM Wilderness Field Station offers summer courses in biology and environmental studies during the summer months in the wilderness of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) and Quetico Provincial Park. Courses are offered in two 4.5 week blocks and include Animal Behavior, Ornithology, Wetland Ecology and Conservation Biology. In addition, a special interdisciplinary course entitled "The Northwoods Experience and Wilderness Field Studies" will be offered by a team of professors of Biology, English, History and Philosophy.
Prof. Bob Black of Ripon College will offer an informational seminar on this summer's program on Thursday, Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. in Science 1021. Prof. Jackie Brown, Grinnell's advisor for the program, and Grinnell students who have attended the program will also be available to answer questions. If you cannot attend, pick up a brochure from Prof. Brown [brownj] in Science 1201, the office of OCS, or consult the ACM website (http//www.acm.edu). Applications are due to the office of OCS by Feb. 16.
Applications are now available for five sub positions on the Bobs counter staff. Any questions should be directed to [java].
•Final Resume Collection for IPCCC
The final recruiting schedule for the Iowa Private College Career Consortium is now available for your review in the Career Development Office or on the CDO web page. To be considered for an interview, submit a resume and cover letter by Tuesday, January 26, 1999 to the Career Development Office. All interviews will be held February 25, 1999.
•Market Analyst Wanted
LodgeNet Entertainment Corporation in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a talented individual to assist in their market analysis and research activities. The ideal individual for this position will need both exceptional analytic and excellent communication skills. Problem solving skills will be essential. More information on this position is available in the CDO. Resumes and cover letters are due in the CDO by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, February 8, 1999. Address cover letters to Mikhail Pyatigorsky, LodgeNet Entertainment Co., 3900 W. Innovation St., Sioux Falls, SD 57107-7002.
•Fund for Public Interest Research
The Fund will be on campus February 8 & 9 recruiting for Canvass Director positions. An information seminar will be held on
Monday, February 8 at 6:00 p.m. in ARH 120. Interviews will be held in the Career Development Office on February 9 from 8:30 a.m. until 5:30
p.m. Students interested in interviewing should call the CDO at x4940 to schedule a time. A complete job description is available in the
CDO. The Fund is a non-profit, public interest, grassroots advocacy organization. They coordinate campaigns and citizen outreach for
many national and local environmental and public interest organizations like the Sierra Club, the State PIRGs, Chesapeake Bay
Foundation,
Delaware River Keeper, Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance, Human Rights Campaign, and others.
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Please see addendum at the back of the Campus Memo for extensive list of volunteer opportunities and details about the 10th Annual CSC Volunteer Opportunities Fair to be held Friday, January 29th, from 3:30-5:00 p.m. in North Lounge of the Forum. •Students are needed to work in the Grinnell UCC church nursery on Sunday mornings. The nursery cares for children from birth to 4 years old. Help is needed both between 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and 10:00-11:30 am. Pay is $5/hour. References required. Call the church office at 236-3111 or Sharon Lahnat 236-8201 and leave a message.
•Thank You to all who contributed to the bountiful holiday donations including food, gifts, clothing, games and toys for the Lee family in Des Moines. It was a pleasure to deliver them just before Christmas. We received the following note from Dang and Maiyang Lee, "On behalf of the Lee family, we would like to thank you for your generosity and support. We cannot express how much your thoughtfulness means to our family. We are touched by your kindness. Please accept our deepest and most sincere gratitude."
On Thursday, January 28 at 4:15 p.m. in Science 1405 Psychology Department faculty will present their plans for student-assisted summer research. Psychology majors and other interested students should attend this meeting to learn about the opportunities for the upcoming summer. Application forms will be available at the meeting. Refreshments will be provided.
Do you have questions about the Grinnell-in-London program? Would you like to hear about the experiences of past Grinnell-in-Londoners? We would like to invite you to attend a special Grinnell-in-London information session on Wednesday, January 27, 1999, at 4:15 p.m. in ARH 302.
Students who participated in the Fall 1998 Grinnell-in-London program will be on hand to discuss their experiences and what it was like to live and study in London. The Grinnell faculty who will be teaching on the Fall 1999 program will also be available to answer questions.
Everyone is welcome. Bring a friend! Refreshments will be served.
Have you always wanted to play harp? Private instruction is available on both concert and celtic harps from Jeannie Chenette. You do not need previous harp instruction, nor do you need an instrument, since the college music department provides several of each style. Join a special group of harpist musicians on campus by contacting [CHENETTE].
Private lessons in any area of percussion and group lessons in world hand drumming are being offered this semester. However, times are filling up fast so you had better hurry! Interested individuals should contact Mark Dorr by e-mail for more details.
If you have an interest in current events and are willing to commit to a half-hour a week radio show telling the community the news, pick up an application to be a KDIC newscaster in the post office.
Have you ever asked yourself "What does SGA actually DO anyway?" Here is your chance to find out . . . Run for SGA Senator! The residents of your dorm or house need you to represent their concerns! Stop by the SGA Offices in the basement of the Forum and pick up a statement of intent form to run. The form is due Wednesday, Feb 3. Any questions? E-mail [SGA] Unlock the mysteries of SGA; run for senator!
Information on the January 31 SGA Used Book/CD Sale in North Lounge from 1-4:30 p.m. is an addendum to the Campus Memo.
•Dog Policy in Effect The dog policy states: "When a dog is not on a leash and not attached to a person, the owner will automatically be fined $50.00. All fines collected will accrue to SGA. In addition, if a second incident of a dog not on a leash and not attached to a person occurs, the Student Government Association will be informed; the Vice-President of the SGA must bring the owner of the dog to the College Judicial Council. Appeals to the above infraction can be taken to the College Judicial Council.:
•Housing Issues Do you have any concerns about your current or future housing? If so, please feel free to contact any of the following members of the Housing Committee Steve Larson, Nickolas Myers, Howe Siegel, Emily Mize, Philip Allen, Molly Kennedy, Rachel Bennett, Shekhar Shah and Shannon Price.
•Student Guns Under no circumstances may students store or possess firearms or weapons in college-owned housing, college buildings, college property, or vehicles stored on college property. Any violation of this policy is considered extremely serious and may lead to immediate suspension or dismissal from the college.
•Bike Registration Student bicycles may be registered at the local police station, Security Office, or Bikes-To-You. Upon completion of registration, the student will be given a Grinnell College license and a copy of the registration form. Security will maintain a computer record of all registered bicycles and the Grinnell Police Department and the Security Office will maintain a file of bike registration cards. You need to have your bicycle serial number in order to register your bike.
We're looking for a few great people! Interesting in being a Student Advisor or Hall Social Coordinator next year? There will be two information sessions about the student staff selection process this week; Wednesday, Jan. 27th Younker Lounge, 7:30 p.m., Sunday, January 31, Main Lounge 7 p.m. (you need to attend only one session). Interested students are strongly encouraged to attend. Contact an RLC or the Student Affairs Office for further information.
The first rehearsal of the semester for the Grinnell College Symphonic Band will be today (Tuesday) at 4:15 p.m. in room 103 of the Bucksbaum Center for the Arts. Membership in this group is open to all instrumentalists who would like to perform music from the concert and symphonic band repertoire. Regular rehearsals are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15-5:45 p.m. If you are interested in being part of this fun and exciting ensemble, bring your instrument to rehearsal this week or contact Mark Dorr by e-mail. Class and athletic conflicts can be worked out, so come and play with the band this week
Starting next Fall, any Grinnell College enrollee on ACM/GLCA tuition remission can enroll not only in on-campus courses but can also apply for the Grinnell-in-London Program on a tuition remission basis. Any other off-campus program will continue not to be eligible for tuition remission.
The following vehicles are not registered with the college, have received 3 or more tickets and are subject to immediate tow/immobilization.
AL Lic#: 29BP774 Toyota Corolla
CA Lic#: 4BYF124 Ford
IA Lic#: 416BLR Toyota
IA Lic#: 090BLY Honda Accord
IA Lic#: 728FRQ Dodge Caravan
IA Lic#: 762GEA Jeep Cherokee
MI Lic#: 7CBJ69 Dodge Caravan
MN Lic#: 263JET Pontiac Firebird
NE Lic#: 2P4927 BMW
TX Lic#: GNZ801 Mazda Truck
The Frederick Baumann Prize recognizes excellence in education by encouraging Grinnell college students to explore ideas and society in an interdisciplinary and historical context. Established in 1993 and funded by David '51 and Audrey Lowe '52 Hammer, the prize distinguishes the dynamic classroom contributions of Frederick Baumann, professor of history at Grinnell from 1927 to 1954.
Students from any department and any class interested in applying for the Frederick Baumann Prize must submit their scholarly work to the Associate Dean's Office by Monday, April 5, 1999. The $2,500 prize is awarded to the student who writes the best essay on the general topic of "Ideas and Society," taking an interdisciplinary and historical approach. The prize is awarded each spring if, in the opinion of the judges, there is an entry of prize-winning caliber.
To obtain an application form and brochure, contact Angie Story-Johnson in the Associate Dean's Office, Nollen 3rd, ext. 3460.
Each year Grinnell College appoints two of its graduates as teaching fellows to assist for an academic year in the teaching of English at Number 11 High School, affiliated with Nanjing University in Nanjing, People's Republic of China. The Grinnell-Nanjing Teaching Fellowship allows these graduates to work closely with Chinese high-school teachers and students while living with foreign students in the Foreign-Student Dormitory at Nanjing University.
In selecting the Teaching Fellows, Grinnell College seeks native speakers of English who have an excellent command of oral and written English and who have experience in the study of another language. The candidates should have a sound knowledge of American culture and should demonstrate an interest in Chinese culture and history. The Grinnell-Nanjing Teaching Fellowship provides travel expenses, living expenses, and housing at the Foreign-Student Dormitory in Nanjing University. The selection committee seeks candidates from the graduating class of 1999 who will be worthy representatives of the College and who can work well with others in fulfilling their responsibilities in Nanjing.
Deadline for application is February 26, 1999. Fellowship applications are available from the Office of the Associate Dean of the College, Nollen 3rd.
The Joseph F. Wall Scholarship is awarded annually to a student in the second semester of the junior year who has achieved an outstanding academic record and has, in the judgment of the selection committee, made a significant contribution to the college community. In addition to demonstrated excellence of performance in the curricular program, the student must also have shown responsible participation in one or more areas of extra-curricular activity. Financial need is one of the factors considered in the selection but is not necessarily the controlling determinant.
If you know of a junior deserving of this scholarship, please send the name and a paragraph of explanation for your choice to the Associate Dean of the College, Nollen House, 3rd Floor. The deadline for nominations is Monday, February 22, 1999.
This award, established in 1981, is given annually to a Grinnell student for outstanding scholarly work completed prior to the final semester of the senior year. "Scholarly work" is interpreted broadly to include any scholarly or creative endeavor which results in a tangible product. Thus, it may be a research paper, an essay, an original literary piece (such as a story of play), or any project done in connection with a course. A scientific project, an art work, or a musical composition will also be considered if accompanied by sufficient prose to demonstrate the significance of the work and its relation to other work in the field. The work may be done on or off campus, in the summer or during the school year, provided that it is completed while the contestant is a Grinnell student and before the final semester of the senior year.
Only one entry per student is permitted. Entries should be carefully proofread and edited before submission. Members of the faculty should encourage entries from students who have submitted scholarly work of outstanding merit.
The winner, who will be announced in May at the annual Phi Beta Kappa Convocation, will receive a cash award and an individual plaque. The winner's name will also be added to the plaque permanently displayed in Burling Library. This competition is open to all students. To submit an entry, obtain a cover sheet from Andy Hamilton (PEC 214). Completed entries must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 5, 1999.