Campus Communique

Basketmaker Billie Ruth Sudduth Named N.C. Living Treasure

Billie Ruth Sudduth, a Bakersville, N.C., basketmaker, has been named the 10th North Carolina Living Treasure by UNCW's Museum of World Cultures.

Sudduth will receive the award at a banquet 7 p.m. Nov. 1 in the University Center Ballroom.

As a North Carolina Living Treasure, Sudduth will receive a bronze medal custom-designed by Stephen D. LeQuire, sculptor and associate professor of art at UNCW. Each medal given to a Living Treasure recipient is unique and incorporates a significant aspect of the recipient's craft.

Sudduth considers herself a self-taught basketmaker. While inspired by the classical forms of Shaker and Appalachian baskets, Sudduth said her greatest influence was the 13th-century Italian mathematician Leonardo of Pisa, better known as Fibonacci. Fibonacci's Numbers, or the Nature Sequence, is the mathematical expression of the ratio 5:8 or 1:1.618, which is known as the Golden Mean. In nature, that ratio is found in the spacing of spirals on seashells and pineapples and in the arrangement of florets in the center of a daisy or sunflower.

"My weaving utilizes a mathematical structure of spiral growth found in nature to create baskets with a rhythmic, naturally flowing design," said Sudduth. "They are both visual and tactile. I do not separate myself from nature but, through my weaving, affirm being a part of it."

Since 1983, Sudduth has worked as an artist, basketry teacher and owner of JABOBS - Just a Bunch of Baskets. From 1983 to 1989, she combined weaving with her career as a school psychologist working in Pender and Craven counties and in Clark County, Nev. In 1989, she retired from her 20-year professional career to devote her full attention to basketry.

She has taught basketry in several areas of the country, including North Carolina's Penland School of Crafts. In 1991, she taught in the New Hanover County School District using an Eisenhower Grant to teach basketry as a math manipulative to middle school students.

Sudduth said that as a school psychologist, she knew that incorporating the tactile art of basketry to teach math would make it more meaningful. She has developed a program "Math in a Basket" which she uses to teach math to elementary, middle school and high school students. Using Fibonacci's 800-year-old universal sequence, Sudduth is able to teach such mathematical concepts as addition, ratios, fractions, measurement and angles. When viewing a basket, she said, it is more than a vessel. "It contains math, science and history."

Sudduth's work has been displayed at the Smithsonian Institution's Renwick Gallery and the Museum of Decorative Art in Copenhagen, Denmark. At the 1997 Smithsonian Craft Show held April 24-27, Ms. Sudduth received an award of merit, one of five awarded from among 120 exhibiting artists from several mediums including glass, leather, jewelry, pottery, woodworking and furniture making. Her artwork was also displayed in Wilmington at the exhibit "The Nature Sequence - Baskets of Billie Ruth Sudduth," which was held at St. John's Museum of Art in 1996.

Sudduth said she hoped the Living Treasure award would inspire others to pursue the art of basketry, an underexposed art form. "It's the oldest craft form known to man, yet the number of professional basketmakers is the smallest among professional crafters."

Sudduth will be the 10th recipient of the North Carolina Living Treasure Award. She was selected by a committee chaired by Joyce Morden, director of UNCW's Museum of World Cultures. Originated by Gerald Shinn, retired director of the Museum of World Cultures, the North Carolina Living Treasure Award is presented biennially. Additionally, it is made possible through an endowment from Dr. Martin Meyerson, M.D. in memory of his mother, Dorothy Meyerson. The award is designed to honor a North Carolina citizen working in traditional handcrafts using wood, glass, ceramics, metal and textiles who transforms them into art. In recognition of the university's 50th anniversary and the selection of a 10th recipient, the Museum of World Cultures is inviting former recipients to this year's awards ceremony.

The public is invited to a reception for Sudduth from 2 to 4:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 31 in the University Union Living Room. She will be demonstrating her basket weaving at that time.

Attendance to the banquet is by invitation only. For an invitation, please contact the Museum of World Cultures by telephoning 910/962-7233.

Announcements

Feminist Colloquium

The Feminist Colloquium will hold its next meeting at noon Oct. 31 in Bear Hall, Room 261. The readings "Encountering the Sacred" by Cynthia Eller and "The Witches Return" by Mary Daly are on reserve or call J. Ellerby at ext. 3764 for a copy or further information. All are welcome.

Mood Study Needs Test Subjects

Psychologists are studying different mood experiences and need participants. Earn $9 for undergoing the 45-minute test. Anyone who doesn't suffer from hemophilia or has a history of mood disorders can take part in this experiment. There are several experiments with some involving mild physical discomfort, such as light pressure applied to the wrist. A sign-up sheet for interested participants is posted next to the main bulletin board on the first floor of the Behavioral Science Building. New times are posted on Monday, and you can participant only once. For more information, contact Len Lecci at ext. 7262.

UNCW Cape Fear Alumni Golf Classic

The fifth annual UNCW Cape Fear Alumni Golf Classic will be at 8 a.m. Nov. 10 at The Cape Golf and Racquet Club. The tournament format is captain's choice. Individual entry fee is $50 per person for UNCW alumni, faculty, staff and students and $65 for friends of UNCW. All participants receive unlimited range balls, cart/green fees, cookout following tournament and deluxe gift bag with a sleeve of Seahawk golf balls, a pair of golf footies, tee and divot set and snacks. Closest to the pin prizes include golf getaways for two, a gourmet food package and a framed golf print. For more information, contact Mike Arnold at 251-2684.

Earth Sciences Seminar

A. Conrad Neumann from the Department of Geology and Marine Science at UNC Chapel Hill will present "Rapid Sea-level Changes at the End of the Last Interglacial Period" at 1 p.m. Oct. 24 in DeLoach Hall, Room 114. Everyone is invited.

Honors Program Exhibition

"Symbiosis: Word and Image" is an Honors Program exhibition by non-traditional student Betty Brown. The exhibition, which centers around Brown's study of the relationship between word and image, will be displayed from Nov. 3 - 25 in Kenan Hall's Claude Howell Gallery. Brown will also give a slide lecture at 3 p.m. Nov. 16 in Kenan Hall, Room 121.

Classical Guitarist to Perform

Classical guitarist James Day will perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 10 in Kenan Auditorium. Day is artist teacher of guitar studies at the College of New Jersey in Trenton. Admission is free. The concert is sponsored by the Department of Music, The Golden Gallery, Allen and Lynn Masterson and the Arts Council of the Lower Cape Fear. For more information, contact the Music Department at ext. 3390.

NetDay Participants

Did you participate in the 1997 NetDay? If so, contact Woody Sutton, technology outreach coordinator for distance learning, at ext. 7074 or e-mail SuttonC. Provide the school name, district and type of work performed.

WAMO

WAMO, the Wilmington Area Macintosh users Organization, meets at 7 p.m. every second Wednesday of the month in Cameron Auditorium. New "Mac" users are encouraged to attend and learn tips, watch vendor demonstrations and participate in software and hardware giveaways. Additional experienced users are needed to share their wisdom and and support for Macintoch computers. For more information, contact Geri Vital at ext. 4282 or e-mail VitalG@pop2.uncwil.edu.

Heartwalk

Put on your walking shoes to help the American Heart Association (AHA) battle heart disease and stroke. This year's walk will be at 9:30 a.m. Oct. 25 at Wrightsville Beach Parks and Recreation. Dan Cameron is honorary chair. Also, the UNCW's men's basketball team will be in attendance. For more information about the walk or sponsorships, contact Jeanne Harmon, UNCW AHA volunteer recruiter, at ext. 3406, or e-mail HarmonJ.

At the Hawk's Nest

Faculty and staff dining room buffet menus:

Oct. 24 - turkey and broccoli divan, vegetarian stuffed peppers, chef's potatoes, southern green beans, mixed vegetables, potato salad, cole slaw, assorted desserts and beverages.

Oct. 28 - BBQ pork and chicken, corn on the cob, macaroni and cheese, hushpuppies, potato salad, cole slaw, assorted desserts and beverages.

For daily menus at Wagoner Hall, call the menu hotline at ext. 3708.

Big Band Concert

The UNCW Big Band, under the direction of Frank Bongiorno, will give a concert at 8 p.m. tonight in Kenan Auditorium. This is the band's first concert in Wilmington since its European tour this summer. Arrangements to be performed include John Coltrane's Impressions, Bunch of Blues by Les Hooper, Dave Eshelman's Pacheco and others. Tickets are $4 for general admission, $2 for faculty and staff and free to UNCW students with valid ID. Tickets available at the Kenan Auditorium box office.

UNCW Concert Choir

The UNCW Concert Choir will present Brahm's A German Requiem at 3 p.m. Nov. 2 in Kenan Auditorium. Admission is free.

Special Communique Deadline

The submission deadline for the Oct. 30 issue of the Campus Communique is 5 p.m. Monday Oct. 27. The Oct. 30 issue will be an eight-page issue.

Biology Seminar

James Campbell from the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, D.C. will present "Stable Carbon Isotope Analysis to Evaluate Microbial Roles and Biogeochemical Cycles" at 2 p.m. Oct. 24 in the new Science Building, Room 103.

Faculty Regalia

Faculty needing to rent regalia for December graduation should contact Jessiebeth Geddie at ext. 3054 by Nov. 17.

Wilmington in Black and White

"Wilmington in Black and White" is a series of conversations sponsored by the Philosophy and Religion Department and the Division for Public Service and Education. The conversations will be from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.Thursdays through November 20 in the new Science Building, Room 103. Tonight's topic is "Communicating in Black and White" with Stephanie Richardson and Robert Smith. The Oct. 30 topic is "Religion and Racism: A Look at the Bible and the Qur'an" with Sam Murell and Herbert Berg. Attendance is free. To pre-register call ext. 3195.

Fiftieth Fact

Dr. William Randall, president of Wilmington College from 1958-68, came to the college in 1951 through unusual recruiting methods. Dr. Randall and his family were in Wilmington recovering from injuries sustained in an automobile accident when word of his experience in academia reached the college. He was prevailed upon to leave his position as director of libraries at the University of Georgia and become dean of the college prior to serving as president.

Focus on Faculty and Staff

Submissions for this section are published in the order received. Due to the volume of submissions there may be a two-to-three-week delay in publication. Your patience is appreciated. Also, grant information is not published until official confirmation is received from the Graduate School and Research.

William J. Cooper, chemistry, presented a paper "Recent Advancements in the Environmental Application of Electron Beam Irradiation" to the Municipal Water and Wastewater Program Meeting in Charleston, S.C., sponsored by the Electric Power Research Institute's Community Environmental Center, St. Louis, Mo.

William McCarthy, history, gave a symposium "Manila e intercambios com Macau na Època dos Filipes (1580-1640): cooperacao e conflitos" at the Biblioteca Nacional, Lisbon, Portugal. He attended a conference "A expansao Portuguesa e as Culturas do Oceano Indico" sponsored by the Luso-American Foundation for Development in Lisbon.

Mike Mallin, CMSR, gave the invited presentation "The New Hanover County Tidal Creeks Project" at the American Public Works Association, Water Resources Division meeting at Research Triangle Park.

Paul Wilkes, English, was the grand rounds speaker to internal medicine residents, interns and staff at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. His topic was "Spirituality and the End of Life."

Amy Zeng, production and decision sciences, presented her paper "On the Use of Fill-Rate Criterion to Determine the Optimal Order-Point-Order-Quantity Inventory Control Policy: A Theoretical Perspective and a Case Study" at the 1997 Annual Meeting of Southeastern Chapter of the Institute for Operations Research and Management Sciences at Myrtle Beach. The paper was published in the conference proceedings and won the best paper for the Production and Operations Management track. She was recognized at the president's luncheon.

Robert Y. George, biological sciences, participated in the workshop "Impact of Global Warming on the Melting of the Antarctic Ice and Its Influence on Krill and Whales" at the University of California at Santa Barbara. Also, he presented a paper in the plenary session on "Origin and Evolution of Isopod Crustacea in the Deep Sea Environment" at the Eighth International Deep Sea Biology Symposium at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Monterey, Calif. He was elected to chair a committee to organize the Symposium on the Concepts and Future of Deep Ocean Biology in Ireland, scheduled for July 2000.

Marlene M. Rosenkoetter, nursing and John M. Garris, business, presented a paper and gave a poster presentation on their research "Psychosocial Adjustment to Retirement" at a combined convention of the National Gerontological Nursing Association and the Case Management Society in Nashville, Tenn. Rosenkoetter and Garris were one of four sets of finalists for the Judith V. Braun Clinical Research Award in gerontology.

Official Notices

BOT Business Affair Committee Meeting

There will be a brief meeting of the UNCW Board of Trustees Business Affairs Committee at 8 a.m. Oct. 27 in Alderman Hall, Room 211.

1998 Orientation Dates

The following 1998 Orientation dates have been approved:

Jan. 5-6, transfers, freshmen and unclassified; May 19, transfers; June 7-8, 10-11, 14-15, 17-18, 22-23, freshmen and parents; June 24, transfers; Aug. 13, unclassified orientation; Aug. 14, transfers; Aug. 16-17, freshmen and parents. Thanks in advance for everybody's help with orientation. If anyone has questions, call ext. 3089.

Accounting Room Change

Accounts payable is now located in Alderman Hall, Room 207 and financial accounting is now located in Alderman Hall, Room 205.

Basketball Season Tickets

Faculty and staff can purchase home season basketball tickets for $65 each. Ticket purchases are payroll deductible. Seating is located in Trask Coliseum's east and west upper end zones. To order, call Mack Moore at ext. 3233 before Oct. 24.

Student Timesheet Deadline

The deadline for student timesheets and departmental recaps for Nov. 15 payment is 3 p.m. Oct. 31 in the payroll office. Students should submit timesheets to department representatives, not payroll. Students not listed on departmental recaps sheets may require additional paperwork. Check with Frances Carr in career services to make sure that all paperwork has been received prior to adding students to recap sheets.

Spring Event Calendar

Oct. 31 is the deadline to submit events for the 1998 spring calendar. If possible, include photographs and details about the events. The calendar will be ready for distribution by Jan. 5. All students, faculty and staff will receive a copy.

Send information by e-mail to Bennettm or to the Activities and Leadership Center office in the University Union, Room 214. If you have any questions, call ext. 3827.

Self-Defense Class

University police is offering a three-week self-defense class for women called Rape Aggression Defense (RAD). The class will be from 7 to 9:30 p.m Mondays and Wednesdays Nov. 3-19. To sign up, contact university police at ext. 3184.

Chancellor's Student Hours

The chancellor will hold student hours from 10 to 11 a.m. Oct. 24 in Alderman Hall, Room 110.

Seeking Host Families

The North Carolina Citizens for International Understanding is seeking New Hanover County families to host a group of Japanese government workers Feb. 20-22. An application, interview and orientation meeting must be completed to participate as a host. For more information, call Beverly Cree at 458-4136.

U.N. Association Luncheon

In celebration of United Nations Day, the Wilmington area chapter of the U.N. Association will have an international luncheon at noon Oct. 25 at the Commons Building of Plantation Village on Porters Neck Road. The event is open to the public. For more information about cost and reservations, call Virginia Sherman at 686-4676. The program will also feature two speakers, Donald Bergstrom and Charlie West.

Mediation Program

The UNCW Mediation Program, jointly sponsored by UNCW's Faculty Senate, Division for Academic Affairs, Dean of Students Office, Department of Human Resources and the Dispute Settlement Center of Cape Fear, is a free and confidential means to settle conflicts of all kinds. The mediation process involves a neutral mediator who works to resolve a dispute between two parties. Disputes between faculty, staff and students are suitable for mediation. In order for both parties to have a neutral environment, mediation will take place at the Dispute Settlement Center of Cape Fear, located at 4607 Franklin Ave., Suite 225. Mediation is a voluntary process that both disputants must agree to undertake. To schedule mediation, call the center at 350-2900.

Staff Training

Come Sign with Us - Part III, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Thursdays through November 20.

Yoga, noon to 1 p.m. Wednesdays through November 25.

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

Shared Leave Requests

Shared leave donations are needed for Mary Corcoran, library, who is recuperating from surgery. Send your vacation leave donations to human resources to help Mary avoid leave without pay in November. For more information, call Dale at ext. 3161.

Staff Vacancy Announcement

Vacancy Deadline

98-006 Police Office I Oct. 31

98-046 Applications Programmer II Nov. 3

98-052 General Utility Worker Oct. 24

98-053 Server Manager Oct. 31

98-054 Telephone Operator Oct. 31

98-055 HVAC Technician Oct. 31

98-056 Grounds Worker Oct. 31

98-057 Environmental Specialist Nov. 3

98-058 Housekeeper Oct. 31

98-059 TV/Media Services Coordinator Nov. 3

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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