Calendar and events for Aug. 29
August 29-The University will be closed Monday for Labor Day-WOW RHSA BBQ, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Lundstrom Center.-WOW Fridayfest, 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. HPER field.
September 2-Greek recruitment week orientation picnic, 6:00 p.m. TSC patio.
September 3- USU Women’s Volleyball VS Idaho State, first home match 7 p.m., Smith Spectrum
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* Greek Recruitment Activities Sept. 2, 6 p.m. – TSC Sunburst Lounge; Sept. 3, 6-10 p.m. Free BBQ for Students at Pi Kappa Alpha House, 757 East 700 North; Sept. 4, 6-10 p.m. Live band and free food at Pi Kappa Alpha House, 757 East 700 North; Sept. 5 12-4 p.m. Greek Recruitment Bid Day – Pick up bids in TSC 326.
* Jewish? Interested in activities with other Jewish students? Join the Student Hillel of Utah. Contact Guy at 757-8459 or gserbin@mendel.usu.edu
* A new class has been added. ASL Practicum ComD 3080-001-M-4:30-5:20, for students who have completed Sign Language I; ComD 3080-002, T, 6:30-7:20 for students who have completed Sign Language II
* African Drumming Workshop, Come learn technique, call and response, ear training and the fell of rhythm. Fred Simpson will teach a Congolese & West African drumming workshop at the ORC. Session begins Sept. 3 and runs Wednesdays 6 – 8 p.m. through Oct. 29. Cost is $75.
* ORC Used Equipment Sale and Community Gear Swap, Buy or sell gear and enjoy live music! Sept. 4, 5 – 8:30 p.m., USU ORC. If selling, arrive at 4:30 p.m. to claim a table. Info. 797-3264
* Computer Science ACM and ACM-W opening social
September 5, 6:00 p.m. at Adams Park (500 E. 500 N.) Dinner, Games, Contests, and membership sign up. Cost is $2. Sign up in the CS office (Main 414).
* The USU Middle Eastern Dance Club annual
Back-to-School show on September 5 at 7 p.m. in the TSC Auditorium. Troupes Shazadi and Zivah will perform along with special guests Kashmir Desert Dance Co. from Salt Lake. Admission is $3; early-bird registration for fall dance classes will also be available.
* Come canoe with the USU Outdoor Recreation Center, September 6, 8 a.m. – noon. Cost is $5, which includes gear and transportation. Register in person at the ORC, or call 797-3264.
*Auditions for the year’s upcoming theatre productions. September 6, all day. Call 797-3046 to sign up.
*USU Women’s soccer VS Idaho State, Sept. 7, 1 p.m. Women’s soccer field, 1400 North 1000 East.
*USU Symphonic Band opening meeting, Sept. 9, 3:00 – 4:30 p.m., Chase Fine Arts Center 104.
*There are still openings for the 2003 USU Aggie marching band. Positions open in color guard, piccolo/flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, horn, trombone, baritone, tuba, and percussion. More information 797-3004.
* Celebrate America Student night is Sept. 3, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12,50 per person. Student ID must be presented when ticket is purchased.
* EARN 1 CREDIT IN 3 DAYS! A Path with Soul workshop is being offered September 23-25. This course will enable participants to gain an awareness of & insight into the existence of the soul, the soul’s awakening, & the significant role that the soul plays in all aspects of our humanness. 1 credit in HEP 5700/6700 available; USU Continuing Education 797-0423 or visit ECC 103.
*Habitat for Humanity presents Building House with Music. Featuring Logan South Stake Choir, Kingsmen, Cinnamon Creek, Abbot Singers, Presbyterian and Episcopal Choirs. Sept. 6, 7 p.m. Kent Concert Hall. Admission $5.
* The Cache Valley Folk Dancers and the Bridger Folk Music Society New England Style Contra Dance Sept. 6. 7:30 p.m., Whittier Community Center, 290 N. 400 E. A $5 donation is requested at the door.
*Bridgerland Literacy free tutor training seminar starts Sept. 9. Help a child or adult learn to read. More information 716-9141.
*A workshop on work incentives for People with Disabilities in Utah will be held Sept. 17, 4:30 p.m. Whittier Center, 290 North 400 East. Registration info. 801-887-9523.