August 30, 1996

Perin Porch Dedication Sept. 30

The Perin Porch, located on UNL's East Campus, will be officially dedicated at 1:30 p.m. Sept. 30. Located near 37th & Holdrege streets, the structure replicates the porch of the original 1875 boardinghouse of the State Agricultural Farm and residence of S.W. "Dad" Perin, who served as farm superintendent from 1889 to 1930. Chancellor James Moeser will be one of the speakers featured in the 30-minute program, which will be followed by refreshments served on The Perin Porch by the UNL Garden Friends. A number of descendants of S.W. Perin will also be on hand for the dedication.

Service of Celebration Sept. 15

Twenty-three Lincoln congregations will join with the UNL campus ministry at Cornerstone, 640 N. 16th St., to sponsor their seventh annual Service of Celebration and Dedication for the new academic year at 7 p.m. Sept. 15.

The evening service is open to all UNL students, faculty and staff as a time for underlining their campus life and work as an expression and use of God-given talents, time, skill, concern and energy. It follows in the tradition of Matriculation services which marked the beginning of each new academic year in the medieval and colonial universities.

Taking leadership roles in the service will be a number of local clergy, students, faculty and staff members. UNL Chancellor James Moeser will read the scriptures while Music School faculty George Ritchie and James Hejduk will be the organist and choir director. The choir will be composed of the UNL University Singers.

The Rev. Clyde O. Robinson, Jr. of Charlotte, N.C., will officiate at the service. Robinson is administrative coordinator for United Ministries in Higher Education through the Division of National Ministries of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
The title of the Rev. Robinson's sermon will be "What a Difference a Dream Makes," based on the scripture in Isaiah 10:33-11:9.

The service will also mark the last formal event in the 26-year campus ministry service at UNL of the Rev. Larry Doerr. Doerr, also a Presbyterian, came to UNL in the fall of 1970 from a 10-year campus ministry career at the University of Minnesota.

Surviving Downsizing is Business Seminar Topic

Corporate downsizing and reengineering are forcing many people to take another look at their current employment situations and future employability. The UNL College of Business Administration will offer a seminar Sept. 12 at the Omaha Marriott designed for employees whose organization has already experienced downsizing. The seven-hour seminar, "Survive and Thrive in a Reengineered Environment," will begin at 9 a.m.

"Surveys tell us that about 65 percent of the entire population is averse to change," said Sandra Cowley, director of UNL business seminars. "Most of us like things just the way they are and prefer job security above all else in the workplace. Unfortunately, in today's work environment reengineering and downsizing have become a fact of life, yet many people are surprised when it happens to them."

Cowley said that while the seminar is designed to help people understand how to do more with less, develop tools and techniques to get the most out of their organizations and learn personal management techniques to help them "survive and thrive" in the reengineered organization.

The seminar is part of the advanced management certificate program developed by the UNL management department for experienced managers who have had formal management training. It can be taken as part of a series leading to an advanced management certificate. For more information about the seminar and a free brochure on the certificate program, call 472-0860.

Teachers College Appoints Weissinger, Davis

Teachers College Dean Jim O'Hanlon has appointed Ellen Weissinger associate dean and Sharon Davis assistant dean of the college.

Weissinger, associate professor of educational psychology, replaces Jane Conoley, who left UNL earlier this month to become dean of the College of Education at Texas A&M University. Weissinger, who has been at UNL since 1986, had been acting associate dean and will assume Conoley's former responsibilities. Among other things, she will be responsible for the college's national accreditation preparation, visit and follow-up and the continuing development of the scholar-practitioner model. She will chair the college curriculum committee.

Davis has been director of research grants and contracts in the office of the vice chancellor for research since 1992 and will move to Teachers College Sept. 3. She will be involved in grant writing in the college, the honors program, summer sessions planning, fund raising, minority recruiting, and marketing. She will also supervise the college's student services center and chair the college appeals committee.

Landscapes on Display at '96 Festival of Color

Take-home, practical advice on environmentally-sound landscape management will be featured at the fourth annual "Festival of Color" open house of the UNL Department of Horticulture, set for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 14 at the NU Agricultural Research and Development Center near Ithaca.

The program includes the ongoing construction of a water garden and residential-scale landscape, displays, demonstrations, guided tours, tent talks, nursery vendors, a food court, diagnosis of plant problems and children's activities. Specialists will be present all day to identify weeds and diagnose plant problems. The public is invited to bring plant samples or problems for diagnosis.

Go Big Red Takes to the Tracks

By Jim Ballard
News & Information

The University of Nebraska is taking on a new sport - auto racing. No, the school isn't out recruiting new drivers to compete against other Big 12 schools. However, UNL will be sponsoring a car that will race on the NASCAR Winston Cup Circuit next season.

Former Nebraska football player Trev Alberts approached the university about being the first school in the country to sponsor a NASCAR vehicle. Alberts' Foundation will be the primary sponsor; all proceeds from the sales of licensed products will go directly the university.

"Because Trev wants the proceeds to come back the university, he wants to help the academic programs as well as the athletic program, we'll be putting two-thirds of the licensed income into the academic portion of the institution and one-third into the athletic portion," said Nebraska Athletic Director Bill Byrne.

There will actually be two cars, one red and one black. Both will sport the school logo. Byrne says no state or foundation funds will go into sponsorship of the car which Byrne jokingly called the "HuskCar."

He was hesitant to project how much money would be generated by the new venture, but said it should significantly increase the $3 million the school received for licensing fees this year.

"People will buy stuff with the picture of the car on it, hats, little radio operated race cars, all these types of things are sold in large quantities," Byrne said. "NASCAR logo licensed sales are much larger than either the NBA or NFL properties.'
Chancellor James Moeser said he thought Byrne was crazy when he first approached him about the idea.

"But, when he explained how it worked, that we weren't buying the car and there was really no risk involved, I think it was a beautiful thing for Trev to do," Moeser said.

One of the cars will be on display Sept. 6 at the Husker Block Party at State Fair Park.

Shaky Subject Kicks Off Olson Seminars Sept. 18

The Paul A. Olson Seminars in Great Plains Studies will present "Buildings vs. Earthquakes: Natural Disasters and Earthquake Engineering in the Great Plains and the World." The seminar will be presented from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Great Plains Art Collection on the second floor of Love Library. Atorod Azizinamini, associate professor of Civil Engineering at UNL, will be the presenter.

In recent years, the West Coast has been the major focus of earthquake hazard mitigation. Historically, however, the Great Plains, the Midwest and East Coast have suffered some of the strongest earthquakes on record. The New Madrid fault in Missouri, for example, hasn't trembled in more than 100 years. A quake there in the 19th century was thought to be an 8 on the Richter scale, making it 120 times more powerful than the January 1994 earthquake in Los Angeles.

Dr. Azizinamini, the only U.S. researcher invited by Japanese officials to study the failure of steel-reinforced concrete structures after the devastating Kobe earthquake in 1995, stresses in his research the importance of building structures capable of withstanding a variety of natural forces, especially earthquakes. His research involves seismological aspects of earthquake engineering and the latest philosophical trends influencing the design and construction of buildings and bridges.

Women's Nutrition Topic of Sept. 24 Conference

A one-day conference on women's nutrition and health issues is slated for Sept. 24 at the East Campus Union.

Women's nutrition is this year's topic of the annual Nutrition and Food Update, sponsored in part by UNL. The conference is designed for anyone involved in food, nutrition and health issues, such as home economists and dietitians, according to faculty within the UNL Department of Nutritional Science and Dietetics.

"Women and men do have health differences," said Julie Albrecht, conference coordinator and UNL food specialist. "This is now being recognized and research is being mandated to explore women's health issues."

The presentations, which can be taken for continuing education credit, relate to preventing cancer and other chronic diseases, osteoporosis, nutrition during pregnancy, strength training, today's health care and general health.

Presenters include Dr. Sarah Berga, associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine; Debbie Cohen, nutrition specialist at the NU Medical Center; Mary Ellen Rider, UNL health policy specialist; Dr. Robert Heaney, professor of medicine at Creighton University; and Thomas Baechle, chair of Creighton's exercise science department.

Participants who wish to share their own projects and posters addressing nutrition and cancer issues are welcome to do so. Abstracts for this must be submitted by Sept. 3.

The conference is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. The registration fee of $65 is due Sept. 17 and includes materials, breaks and lunch. For registration costs for members of the Nebraska Dietetic Association, for students and NU faculty, call 472-3717.

Colonial Dining Room Closed for Union Expansion

The Colonial Dining Room will not open for business this fall. Due to the renovation and expansion of the Nebraska Union, scheduled to begin late this fall, the Colonial Dining Room space will be used as a multipurpose meeting/banquet room for the two-year period of construction.
Beginning Sept 4, Nebraska Union Food Services will initiate the U-Lunch Express delivery service. Sandwiches, salads, side dishes, desserts and beverages can be delivered to any City or East Campus location, and payment can be made by cash, check, MC/Visa, University Services Card, or a departmental charge. An upcoming campus mail flier will further describe this new service.

Doerr Retirement Reception Sept. 13

A retirement reception for the Rev. Larry Doerr, pastor for United Ministries in Higher Education, will be hosted by Student Affairs in the Culture Center, 333 N. 14th St., from 3:30-5 p.m. Sept. 13. Other retirement activities scheduled that weekend include: Rev. Doerr is well-known for his dedication in working with faculty, staff and students to create new ways of addressing campus issues and needs. He envisioned and developed the on-going Sue Tidball Award for Creative Humanity. Faculty and staff are invited to participate in the retirement activities in celebration of Doerr's 26 years of service to UNL.

Retirement Reception to Honor Dick Fleming

A reception honoring Richard "Dick" Fleming will be given from 2 to 4 p.m. Sept. 17 at the Nebraska East Union. Fleming, extension communications specialist in News and Public Affairs and professor, Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communication will retire Sept. 30 after more than 40 years of service to UNL.

A book of letters from friends and colleagues will be presented to Fleming during the reception. Contributions to the book should be sent to Cheryl Alberts, 203 ACB, East Campus, (0918) on letter-size paper, unfolded. Letters should be received no later than Sept. 12.

Fleming has also established the Fleming Outreach Graduate Fellowship to support outreach education. To contribute to this fellowship, send a check payable to the Fleming Outreach Graduate Fellowship, 104 ACB, East Campus (0918).

Gamma Sigma Delta Meets Sept. 13

The annual meeting of Gamma Sigma Delta, the Honor Society of Agriculture, is scheduled for 2:45 p.m. Sept. 13 at the East Campus Union. Prior to the meeting, a 2 p.m. seminar will be presented by former Regent Rob Raun on his vision and the role of IANR in the future of agriculture. Nonmembers are invited to attend the seminar. Refreshments will be served followed by the annual meeting.

Employee Bowling League Begins Action Sept. 9

The University Employees Bowling League will begin play at Hollywood Bowl, 920 N. 48th St., at 4:15 p.m. Sept. 9. The season coincides with first and second semesters, 14 weeks per semester.

This is a mixed league, five members per team. Individuals and teams are welcome. Contact Jim Augustyn at 472-4327 (augustyn@unlinfo.unl.edu) or Jean Schultz at 472-2622.

Degree Application Deadline is Sept. 20

Sept. 20 is the deadline for applying for a degree to be received on Dec. 21. A $25 nonrefundable fee must accompany the Application for Degree form. The fee applies only to the term indicated on the application and is not transferable to another term. Applications are to be filed at the Records Office, 107 Canfield Administration Building.

New Faculty Workshop Sept. 5

The Teaching and Learning Center invites all new faculty to the New Faculty Workshop, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 5, in the Selleck Hall Private Dining Room. New faculty will have an opportunity to discuss teaching issues with a panel of experienced faculty as well as the chance to meet other new faculty. Practical ideas and suggestions for effective teaching will also be provided.

Black Women's Activism Topic of Sept. 6 Lecture

Darlene Clark Hine, John A. Hannah Professor of History at Michigan State University, will present a free lecture at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 6 in the City Union Ballroom.

Her lecture, "From Suffrage to Civil Rights: Black Women's Activism in 20th Century America," is sponsored by the UNL Women's Studies Program in celebration of its 20th anniversary. A reception and booksigning will follow the lecture. Clark Hine will sign copies of We Specialize in the Wholly Impossible, a 1995 reader in black women's history she edited together with Wilma King and Linda Reed.

Clark Hine is a prominent scholar on African-American women's history, focusing on slavery, education and professional organizations. She is an award-winning author of numerous articles, chapters and book reviews and has edited 10 different works, individually and collaboratively. Hine is editor of the award-winning Black Women in America: A Historical Encyclopedia.

As part of her visit, Clark Hine will discuss "Writing a Woman's Biography" from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sept. 6 in the Andrews Hall Lounge. The discussion is open to the public.

'Comets Are Coming' at Mueller Planetarium

Mueller Planetarium moves to its fall schedule starting Sept. 1. The current astronomy show: "Comets Are Coming," continues its run through the month of September. Showtimes are Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. (there are no shows presented on the afternoons of UNL home football games). Laser light shows return in September on a separate schedule and ticket price structure.

David Levy, co-discoverer of Comet Schoemaker-Levy 9 that crashed into Jupiter in 1994, penned the script for this sky show which was originally produced at Chicago's Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum. The show also prepares viewers for the coming of Comet Hale-Bopp, expected to be larger and brighter than Halley's Comet, which will be seen in the evening sky in the spring of 1997. Admission is charged for all planetarium programs.

Complete schedules and information about planetarium programs are located on the World Wide Web at http://www.4w.com/mueller

Affirmative Action Offers Committee Briefings

Search Committee Certification is required prior to serving on a search committee and is obtained by attending one of the following briefing sessions offered by Affirmative Action:
Affirmative Action also offers update briefings to those who have already attended a briefing session and need to renew their certification (certification must be renewed during each academic year). Update briefings include:
Reservations are required and can be made by calling 472-3417. Minimum 10 participants per session. Sessions may be subject to cancellation due to low enrollment.

Group Seeks Friends for Foreign Students

Do you want a life-enriching experience? Lincoln Friends of Foreign Students, a community organization that collaborates with International Affairs at UNL toward the goal of making Lincoln a friendlier place for international students, is seeking new "Friends" for the students who have just arrived. The commitment is minimal - "Friends" (individuals or families) are asked to contact their assigned student at least once a month to learn about each other, and make Lincoln feel more like home. It's fun, educational and you may make a friend for life.

If interested, contact Mary Helen Peters at 474-0061.

State of the University Address on the Web

Those interested in reading the entire text of Chancellor James Moeser's recent State of the University Address can find it on the World Wide Web at http://www.unl.edu/pr/speech.html

Nebraskans Visit Lake Wobegon via Public Radio

Every week, thousands of Nebraskans turn on their radios, close their eyes and imagine the Land of Lake Wobegon with host Garrison Keillor on "A Prairie Home Companion," at 5 p.m. Saturdays on the statewide Nebraska Public Radio Network. Now Keillor fans are invited to the season premiere of the nationally acclaimed series.

Listeners can join Nebraska Public Radio for a three-day trip to the season premiere of "A Prairie Home Companion" The live broadcast from the St. Paul Civic Center on Sept. 28, features series regulars Tom Keith (wizard of all sound effects) and the Guy's All-Star Shoe Band. Special guests include the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, pianist Butch Thompson and authors Joseph Heller, Jane Smiley and Tobias Wolff.

The round trip by luxury motor coach begins from Lincoln Sept. 27. Travelers will stay for two nights at the Marriott Hotel located only two blocks from Mall of America. In addition to the Keillor program, travellers also will be treated to a "Great Gatsby Ball."

Space is limited. This land cruise, sponsored by NPRN, is $250 double occupancy and $350 single occupancy. Food and gratuities are not included in the package. The reservation deadline is Sept. 13. For more information and reservations, call Michele Peón-Casanova at 472-9333, ext. 375.

On Public Television


ETV Honors Workers With Labor Day Specials

The Nebraska ETV Network and EduCable, the Network's cable television service, will honor the contributions and future of American workers with seven broadcasts over the Labor Day weekend, Aug. 31-Sept. 2. Programming includes:

Architectural Historian Visits With Roger Welsch

Roger Welsch begins a new season of enlightening conversations with some of Nebraska's most interesting citizens at 8:30 p.m. Sept. 6 on the Nebraska ETV Network. The first guest on the interview series is Dave Murphy, architectural historian with the Nebraska State Historical Society.

According to Welsch, Murphy is an important Nebraska resource. "Dave's knowledge of this state's architecture, contemporary and historical, from sod houses to fancy commercial buildings, is unmatched. He is a careful, meticulous scholar and a man of substantial principle, which has now and then got him into trouble when the Historical Society was in the hands of rascals, and I think Nebraska is darned lucky to have him on the job."

Importance of Estate Planning on ETV

The importance of estate planning for families and family-owned businesses is the focus of "Family & Business: The Survival Factor," airing at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 15 on the statewide Nebraska ETV Network. The half-hour special is seen earlier in the month on EduCable, the cable television service of Nebraska ETV at 10 p.m. Sept. 4.

According to the special's executive producer Bob Acosta, "This program will cover what could happen to accumulated assets-from property to heirlooms-if estate planning is not done properly. Viewers will witness the emotional issues that are stirred when a family business is destroyed and the reactions of employees who may also feel like victims."

New Animated Series to Stress Morals

Stories that illustrate powerful themes like courage, honesty and compassion are brought to life in Adventures From the Book of Virtues, the first-ever primetime animated series on PBS.

The series airs on three consecutive nights at 7 p.m. Sept. 2-4 on the Nebraska ETV Network. The three-part series is also seen on EduCable, the cable television service of Nebraska ETV, Sundays at 7 p.m. beginning Sept. 8.

Based on The Book of Virtues, the widely acclaimed best-selling anthology edited by former Secretary of Education William J. Bennett, the hour-long programs draw their themes from a collection of classic American stories, European fairy tales, African fables, adventures related in the Bible, Greek mythology, Asian folk tales and Native American legends.

Complete program schedules are available on NET's World Wide Web site, http://net.unl.edu

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