Calendar and events for Jan. 21
January 21-Utah State Theatre presents “A Whole New Direction. An Evening of One-Acts.” January 19 – 24, 7:30 p.m., Caine Lyric Theatre, Free- Seminar “The influence of fires on local-global atmospheric chemistry and air quality” by Robert Yolkelson, University of Montana, 4:00 p.m. Widtsoe 007
January 22– Study Abroad Fair, 10 – 2 p.m. , in the Sunburst Lounge. -Women’s Basketball, Utah State vs. Cal State Fullerton. 7 p.m., Dee Glen Smith Spectrum.
January 23-Snow Kayak with the kayak club 3 p.m. Meet at the ORC, contact Josh creekin2004@yahoo.com-LDSSA Friday Night Activity – “Snow Dance II”, Come dance the night away. 8-11:30 p.m. Institute Cultural Hall, $2 admission, $1 for those dressed up for the “snow”
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* Utah State Theatre presents “A Whole New Direction. An Evening of One-Acts.” January 19 – 24, 7:30 p.m., Caine Lyric Theatre (28 West Center St.). Admission is free for everyone. Tickets available at the box office before performance for general seating..
* Free Workshop for Homeowners. Learn about repairs, landscaping, organizing, securing your budget, and improving your equity. January 21, Family Life Center 493 N. 700 E. To register call 797-7224
* S.T.A.R. volunteer orientation meeting. Jan. 22, 4 -5 p.m. in the Christensen Service Center, TSC 3rd floor.
* Learn to dance the flirtatious salsa for FREE!!! At the new and improved Salsa Club Wednesdays nights 8:30 – 9:30 Room 102 HPER bldg.
* Study Abroad Fair Jan. 22 10 – 2 p.m. , in the Sunburst Lounge. All are invited to attend. Information can be attained regarding all summer, fall, and spring programs as well as cost, scholarships, and deadlines.
* The International Studies Association, the Political Honors Society and the Public Affairs Board announce a lecture from the State Department’s Senior Advisor for Weapons of Mass Destruction. Dr. Kerry Kartchner will present “The Rational Case for Missile Defense” Jan. 22 at 12:30 in the TSC Auditorium.
* Friday Night Activity – “Snow Dance II”, Come dance the night away. Jan. 23, 8-11:30 p.m. Institute Cultural Hall, $2 admission, $1 for those dressed up for the “snow”
*Married Student Activity Jan. 24. 6:00 – 8:45 p.m. Institute Cultural Hall. MSA in connection with STAR, “B The Dreamer” Magician dinner. FREE! Children encouraged to come. Door prizes with the Grand Prize of a free night at the Anniversary Inn. www.bthedreamer.com
* Joseph Smith Memorial Fireside: Jan 25, 7:00 p.m. Elder L. Tom Perry of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles will be speaking in the Spectrum. All invited to attend.
* Orientation for students submitting Spring 2004 URCO grants, Jan. 26 and 27 4:00 p.m. in Honors Lounge (374 Merrill Library). Students may attend either session.
*Need money for school? Come to Golden Key’s scholarship writing workshop, Jan. 29, 6:00 p.m. TSC 335,
*Multicultural “Messiah” needs musicians, Chorus rehearsals begin Jan. 18, 6 – 8 p.m. FAC 214. Orchestra rehearsals begin Feb. 1, 4:30 – 6 p.m. FAC 104, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. FAC 104. Auditions Feb. 7 for vocal solos and orchestra. Contact Dr. John Ribera 797-7190 for more information.
* Learn snow safety! The USU Outdoor Recreation Center will offer a Basic Avalanche Workshop, including a classroom session January 22, 6-8 p.m., and field session January 24, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Taught by Toby Weed, Logan Avalanche Forecaster, the cost is $30, with all proceeds going to Friends of the Avalanche Forecast Center. Register ORC by 6 p.m., January 22, or call 797-3264 for more info.
*Whittier Community Center fund raiser, “Vittles and Fiddlers” January 31, 5:00 p.m. with last serving 8:00 p.m. Tickets $10 per person. Men do the cooking and serving with menu changing every 1/2 hour. Bridgerland Folk Music will provide the musical entertainment. Info. on the event or tickets contact B.J. 753-7232 or Rosie Silvester 753-9008.
*”Insights into the war in Iraq” a documentary investigating the rationalizations for the war with Iraq, Jan. 23, 7 p.m. Bridgerland Park Center 920 North 200 West Suite C, Logan. The film will be follwed by coffee and cookie reception.
* Get an Game Day T-shirt for $5 with your USU card at the USU Card Office TSC 212. Wear your game day T-shirt for Aggie home games. Go Aggies!
* Research Experiences for Undergraduates for Summer 2004: http://www.nsf.gov/home/crssprgm/reu/start.htm
* Call for papers and posters for the 6th Annual Graduate Student Senate Symposium. Abstracts are due Feb. 4, 2004; actual symposium is March 4. For more information contact the GSS at 797-1736, or usugss@cc.usu.edu.
* Great Job Opportunity. SI Leaders needed for: Computer Science 1700, Physics 1030, USU 1300, 1340, 1350 Contact Pat Anderson at 797-1128 to set up an interview, or stop by the Academic Resource Center, TSC 305
* The USU Marriage & Family Therapy Clinic provides individual, marital, and family therapy. Therapy is individualized to meet the unique needs and situations of clients. Therapy is provided by graduate students completing their M.S. degrees under supervision of clinical faculty on a sliding fee scale basis. For more information or to make an appointment, please call 797-7430. Appointments are available during both day and evening hours.
* “BE HERD” and run for an ASUSU office! Applications are now available in TSC 326, and the filing deadline is Feb. 19. Elections will be held March 15-19. Info. Please contact Ashley Stolworthy at asusupr@cc.usu.edu, or 797-1719.
* A Practical Pistol match open to the public Jan. 24,9:00 a.m. at Cache Valley Hunter Education Center three miles west of Logan on Highway 30. Sponsored by CAPS, the match will be free to first-time participants. Otherwise, the entrance fee is $12 for CAPS members and $17 for non-members. Minimum caliber is 9mm Luger, and larger caliber pistols or revolvers may be used. Bring at least 150 rounds of ammunition. Ear and eye protection must be worn by all competitors and spectators. A required new-shooter orientation class will be conducted in the main building before the match. It starts at 7:45 am.
* Edith Bowen lab school’s Fall 2004 Kindergarten lottery. The kindergarten open enrollment period is January through March 31. Parents interested in their child attending kindergarten may contact the school 797-3085 or apply on-line www.coe.usu.edu/eb
* The ORC is working on a proposal for a Nordic Center in Logan Canyon. If you would be interested in helping in any way, please contact Kevin at kk@cc.usu.edu, or call 797-3264.
* Heart t’ Heart LDS 12-Step meetings: General (any problem) – Sundays, 7:00 p.m., LDS chapel @ 500 E 800 N, room 17. Men’s Sexual Addiction – Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. @ the Logan Library in room 2. Overeating – Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., LDS chapel @ 250 W. 1200 N. first room on the right. Information www.heart-t-heart.org or call 245-4744