Campus Communique

UNCW Hosts Cape Fear Science Camp for Community Students

The rockets flying over the UNCW campus are not leftover Fourth of July fireworks, but are part of the Cape Fear Science Camp under the direction of Joseph Kishton. The science camp for New Hanover County middle school students that ends today was funded by a $111,449 grant from the Burroughs Wellcome Fund. "The main objective of our camp was to increase the students' appreciation and awareness of science among two groups: women and minorities," said Kishton. The grant funds the four-week summer camp through 1999. Kishton had 26 students for this year's camp. Science camp instructors selected students through discussions with middle school teachers and counselors. Selected participants expressed a real interest in science. The 26 campers were from Trask, Virgo and Williston middle schools. The camp integrated mathematics and science programs for the students and enabled them to learn through both classroom and laboratory experiences. The camp used programs adapted to the coastal environment. Participating students went on field trips to science centers such as the Fossil Museum in Aurora, Solar House in Raleigh and the Discovery Place in Charlotte. They also met in the classroom to share findings and design and conduct experiments such as the rockets or solar cars. Each week was designed around a different topic: geology, light and solar energy, computers and rockets. Kishton said the various topics gave the students an opportunity to do a lot of hands-on work. In addition to fostering an appreciation of science, the camp rewarded those members who made an extra effort by doing a report or volunteering to help. Kishton decided to begin the Cape Fear Science Club after his association with the Cape Fear Inner City program. He said he wanted to begin a program that was more education-based as well as better funded.

Cameron School of Business Reports Continued Strength for Local Economy

The Cameron School of Business recently released first quarter 1997 performance data for the 11-county southeast North Carolina area showing continued strong economic growth at record levels reached during the last quarter of 1996. For the 12-month period ending March 1997 (April 1996-March 1997), the area economy produced $13.9 billion in output, almost 10 percent above the level for the year ending March 1996. Unemployment rates averaged 5.2 percent during first quarter 1997 compared to 6.2 percent during fourth quarter 1996 and 6.5 percent during first quarter 1996. The 5.2 percent rate was the lowest since second quarter 1990. William Hall, Jr., director of Cameron's Economic Development and Forecasting Office, and Claude Farrell emphasized the region's ability to continue to outperform both the national and state economy. Although growth was not evenly distributed across the 11 counties, Farrell and Hall noted that "in no part of the 11-county region was real output less than four percent above the comparable year-earlier level." The strong first quarter 1997 performance for the area exceeded expectations and may signal the need to revise upward the full-year 1997 forecast of economic growth of $500 million or four percent for the area.

Local Educators Attend UNCW Water Institute

Forty-five teachers from southeastern North Carolina attended a 5- and 10-day instructional institute on water resources education in June hosted by the Watson School of Education and the Science and Math Education Center and funded by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Glaxo Wellcome Foundation. This institute was part of a three-year statewide project "Students as Scientists: Water Pollution Prevention Through Education" that focuses on students in scientific roles conducting field research to better understand water and wildlife resources and their health, management, use and conservation in North Carolina's diverse freshwater and marine habitats. The local educational professionals took part in the teacher instructional program learning to collect biological and chemical data on water quality, direct their data onto the World Wide Web and design water education curricula to integrate into their grade level subject areas.

Announcements

Organizational Changes in Technology Office

Charles Ward announced his resignation as assistant vice chancellor for academic affairs effective July 1. Ward will resume teaching responsibilities in the Chemistry Department but will serve as a part-time technology consultant to the Provost's Office. Since coming to UNCW in 1980, Ward served in several administrative capacities including director of the Science and Mathematics Education Center, director of the Summer Ventures in Science and Mathematics Program and director of the Center for Teaching Excellence. Most recently, Ward served as head of the Office of Information and Technology. The Office of Information Technology was reorganized to provide computing services through two departments that both report directly to the provost. The Office of Management Information Support, directed by Bill Pate, is responsible for applications development including support for SIS, FRS, HRS, ADS and the World Wide Web. The Office of Information Technology, directed by Bobby Miller, is now responsible for network support, the VAX cluster, support for personal computing, training and the computing Help Desk.

Faculty/Staff Golf Tournament

This year's faculty/staff golf tournament will start at 1 p.m. August 7 at Olde Point Golf and Country Club. Tournament format is four-player teams of any combination of men and women, including all-male or all-female. Single players will be assigned to a team. Teams will have A, B, C, D players with the A player as the better player and the D player as the one with highest handicap. Refreshments and a meal will be served at the conclusion of play. First and second-place teams will receive trophies. Prizes will be awarded for closest to the pin, longest drive and most accurate drive. Other prizes will be awarded through drawings. Cost to enter is $27 per player. For more registration information, contact Jim Harris at ext. 3405 or e-mail Harrisj.

Paydate Changes

Effective July 1, graduate students receiving a monthly rate of pay and part-time contract faculty will be paid on a new schedule. With the July 31 paychecks, these individuals will be paid on a current basis at the end of each month. The July 31 paycheck will represent pay for work July 1-31.

Welcome

Welcome to G. Brooks Avery, Camille and Henry Dreyfus Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Chemistry. His office is NSB Room 252, e-mail averyg, phone ext. 7388.

UNCW Blood Drive

The American Red Cross, Campus Activities and the Leadership Center are sponsoring a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 24 in front of the University Center. The blood drive is open to all faculty, staff and students. To reserve a time to donate or to volunteer, call Julie at ext. 3797. Walk-ins are welcome.

State Employees Invited to Tour Governor's Mansion

Every Wednesday during July, state employees can visit the Executive Mansion from noon to 1:30 p.m. The mansion, located at 200 N. Blount St. in downtown Raleigh, is one of the oldest structures in America specifically built and continuously used as the home for governors and their families. Constructed in 1891, the mansion is one of the finest examples of Victorian Queen Anne architecture in North Carolina.

Speakers Bureau Deadline

July 11 is the deadline to return membership forms for the 50th anniversary edition of the Speakers Bureau. For more information about the Speakers Bureau, contact Phillip Brown at ext. 7223 or Beth Formy-Duval at ext. 3616.

Staff Changes at Public Service and Extended Education

The Division for Public Service and Extended Education has announced staff changes beginning July 1. Jan Johnson, program director of continuing education has accepted the position of director of adult programs at her alma mater, Appalachian State University in Boone. Judy Thomas, a 21-year university veteran, has been appointed as interim director of lifelong learning for the 1997-98 academic year. Thomas has been serving as the division's program director for University Children's Academy, North Carolina Teen Institute andProfessional Development. In making the announcement, Vice Chancellor Michelle R. Howard-Vital said that Thomas will assist "the Division for Public Service and Extended Education in expanding its continuing education program and offerings for adult learners." In her new role, Thomas will be responsible for developing noncredit courses for adult learners, the Adult Scholars Program and other division projects. Thomas, who serves on several community and university committees, was the 1997 winner of the Governor's Award of Excellence for her public service. She can be reached at ext. 3194.

Fulbright Scholar Program

The Fulbright Scholar Program offers grants for lecturing and research in more than 120 countries. Opportunities are available in practically every discipline and specialization. The program is now accepting applications. Deadline is Aug. 1. The UNCW Fulbright representative is Gary Faulkner at ext. 3795. For information write or call: USIA Fulbright Senior Scholar Program, International Exchange of Scholars, 3007 Tilden Street, NW, Suite 5M, Box GPOS, Washington, D.C. 20008-3009 or call 202-686-7877. World Wide Web address is: http://www.cles.org

Medical Insurance Annual Enrollment

Annual enrollment for medical insurance is in August. Human resources has been advised by the state health plan that there is no planned increase in rates for the indemnity plan. However, rates will increase for both PCP (BC/BS HMO) and UHC (formerly PHP). If you participate or plan to change to an HMO during the annual enrollment, pay attention to the "It's Your Choice" brochure delivered to your home address. Premium rates, coverage summaries and toll-free numbers for questions are included in the booklet. Faculty and staff seeking health plan changes must submit change forms in August.

Kayaking Tours

Discover Outdoor Center is offering tours from 1-5 p.m, July 11 and 25. The $10 cost includes equipment, transportation and instruction. Sign up in the Discover Outdoor Center, University Center, Room 138. Participants will kayak Fort Fisher Basin, Cape Fear River or N.E. Cape Fear River. For more information, contact Discover Outdoor Programs at ext. 4052.

Focus on Faculty and Staff

Rick Mathieu, production & decision sciences, has been invited to present his research on "Manufacturing and the Internet" at Internet World Summer 1997 July 21-25 in Chicago.

William McCarthy, history, received funding for his project "Macao, Manila and the Southeast Asian Trade Network, 1580-1640."

David Blake, earth sciences, received funding for his project "Crystalline Geology of the Carolina Terrane in the Southeast Cary Quadrangle, North Central, North Carolina."

Ronald J. Vetter, mathematical sciences, published a chapter titled "Asynchronous Transfer Mode: An Emerging Network Standard for High-Speed Communications" in Advances in Computers, volume 44, Academic Press, 1997. Advances in Computers is one of the longest-running anthologies in the field of computer science.

Lavonne J. Adams, English, has two poems, ÒWork DetailsÓ and ÒA View From the Coast,Ó appearing in the current issue of the Main Street Rag Poetry Journal.

Official Notices

College of Arts and Sciences Announce Departmental Changes

The College of Arts and Sciences announces the following changes, effective July 1: Replacing Sue Lamb as associate dean is Stephen Pullum. William Cooper replaces Ned Martin as chair of the Chemistry Department. Patricia Kelley is the new chair of earth sciences, replacing Richard Laws. The interim chair of HPER is Charles Lewis, replacing Robert Buerger; however, HPER's acting chair from July 1-31 is Judy Peel.

FRS Will Be Down

Due to year-end closing the Financial Records System (FRS) will be down from 7 a.m. July 11 until 1 p.m. July 14. Once the system comes back up, 1997-98 departmental base budgets and other financial transactions will be available. If you have any questions, contact Carol Strickland at stricklandc or ext. 3856.

Summer Session II Faculty Payroll

Faculty payroll checks for Summer Session II will be available for pickup July 31 between 7:45 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. at the cashier's office. Proper ID is required.

Purchasing Problems

Problems with goods received need to be reported to purchasing within 30 days of receipt. Ideally, inspections are done within three days and before signing off on receiving. Purchasing needs to return defective items with a damage assessment within the first 30 days for vendor replacement. After the first 30 days, many vendors may repair, not replace a damaged item. In some cases, vendors will not replace or repair an item after 30 days. After 30 days, purchasing must go to the manufacturer for satisfaction. This is a time-consuming process. Inspect goods as soon as possible. Inform purchasing of goods received within three days by signing the pink PO copy. If a problem occurs with an item within 30 days, call Tina Sloan at ext. 3156.

Performance Evaluations

Employees with concerns regarding their performance rating must notify human resources within 15 days following their evaluation.

Letterheads on Laser Bond

Letterheads are now available printed on white smooth or cream linen 25 percent cotton 24 lb. laser bond with the 50th anniversary logo watermark. Please indicate your choice of 24 lb. laser bond or 20 lb. rag bond when ordering letterhead printed on white paper. The rag bond is cheaper, but does not usually feed well in laser printers. Questions concerning letterheads should be directed to Cathey Blake at ext. 3289.

Staff Development and Training

Come Sign with Us - Part III, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays, July 10-August 28.

Grief and the Terminal Diagnosis: A Doctor's Perspective, 9 to 11 a.m. July 16. Dr. Billy McNulty, oncologist, will discuss terminal diagnosis in regard to attitude, emotional support and reverence for life.

Eudora, 2 to 4 p.m. July 22 and 10 a.m. to noon July 30. Participants will learn to use Eudora, which is a software program that allows users to receive, send and maintain computer e-mail.

Microsoft PowerPoint 7, 10 to noon July 22 and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. July 24 and July 30. Participants will learn to use the software PowerPoint 7 to insert images, charts and sounds into their presentations.

Windows '95 Basics, 10 to noon, July 23 and Aug. 6 and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. July 31. Participants will learn the fundamentals of using Windows '95.

Please refer to the Staff Training and Development Booklet for registration information or call ext. 3274.

Shared Leave Requests

Shared leave donations are being accepted for the following employees to help them avoid leave without pay: Bonnie Clements, physical plant/administration; David Wuske, physical plant/housekeeping and Joanie Beasley, biology/greenhouse. Please send your vacation leave slip to Dale at human resources and indicate the employee to receive the donated leave. Questions call ext. 3161.

Welcome

Please welcome the following new employees:

Deborah Cronin/biological sciences; Nicole Kaiser/bookstore; Eddie Lovett/housing & residence life; Marla Trobaugh/CMSR; Keith Waller/dean of students.

Carowinds Discount Coupons

Discount coupons for admission to Carowinds theme park are now available to UNCW faculty and staff. Valid dates are August 30 - September 1. Coupons may be picked up in human resources.

Sixth Annual Steak-n-Burger Banquet

The Community Boys and Girls Club of Wilmington will hold its sixth annual Steak-n-Burger Banquet 7 p.m. July 10 at the Coastline Convention Center. Children eat steak while the adults eat burgers. Boys and Girls Clubs across America use this turnabout dinner to give supporters an opportunity to meet the young people that they are helping. Chancellor James R. Leutze will be the featured speaker. For more information, call 910/762-1252.

Community News

Celebrate Wilmington! Events for July

Musical: Annie, Opera House Theatre Company, 8 p.m. July 9-13, 18-20, 25-27 and 31. Thalian Hall Main Stage. Tickets are $18/$16. For more information call 343-3664.

Performance: Puppet show with Steve Myott featuring hand-crafted life-size puppets and student work, 10 a.m. July 12 in the St. John's Museum of Art Sculpture Garden. For admission information, call 763-0281.

Adult comedy: Don Juan In Chicago, Big Dawg Productions, 8 p.m. July 17-20, $10, Thalian Hall Studio Theatre. For more information, call 343-3664.

Film: National Gallery of Art Includes Concise History of the National Gallery and Tour of The Collection sponsored by St. John's Museum of Art 2 p.m. July 17 and 19, Cowan House Studio. Admission is free. For more information, call 763-0281.

Music: Cape Fear Blues Festival, Blues Society of the Lower Cape Fear, various times and venues. For more information, call 313-2612.

Lecture: Great Gardens Series - Modern Gardens in California, Dr. Harry Titus, Jr., Wake Forest University, noon July 25 St. John's Museum of Art. For more information and admission prices, call 763-0281.

Fundraiser: Celebrate Wilmington! Walk of Fame reception for Roman Gabriel, 7 p.m. July 25, Wilmington Hilton. Tickets are $25. For more information call 762-4223 or 251-1040.

Inaugural ceremony: Celebrate Wilmington! Walk of Fame Induction of Roman Gabriel, 10 a.m. July 26, Cotton Exchange, free. For more information, call 762-4223.

Film: Whitney Museum of American Art: 20th Century American Art, sponsored by St. JohnÕs Museum of Art, 2 p.m. July 31 and August 2, Cowan House Studio. Admission is free. For more information, call 763-0281.

The Campus Communique is UNCW's weekly faculty/staff newsletter. It is published every Thursday. The deadline for Communique submissions is noon, Tuesdays. E-mail submissions to Communique, send faxes to 962-3847 or mail to 108 Alderman Hall. Phillip Brown can be contacted at ext. 7223.

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