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Southern Theatre opens season with Ancestral Voices

Southern Theatre will open its 2001-2002 season Sept. 11-15 with A.R. Gurney's Ancestral Voices. Directed by Jay Fields, Theatre, the 90-minute play examines the effects of divorce, uniting the microcosm of the family to the macrocosm of America in the 20th century. It deals with the divorce of grandparents in the 1930s and the effects of that divorce on the other members of the family. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. in the Bud Walton Theatre. Ancestral Voices is a "readers' theatre" play. The goal is to present a literary script with oral readers using their voices and bodies to suggest the intellectual, emotional and sensory experiences inherent in the literature. Although some readers' theatre productions feature uncostumed actors reading from scripts, Ancestral Voices is aided by lighting, music, sound effects, simple costumes and non-illusory staging. Individuals with disabilities requiring special accomodations are asked to contact the Theatre Department at least 72 hours in advance. General Admission is $3, senior citizens/students, $1, $.50. To reserve seats, contact 625-3190 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Presentation to Legislators by College President

Missouri Southern President, Julio Leon, testified before a special subcommittee hearing of the Missouri House of Representatives last month in theBillingsly Student Center's Connor Ballroom. Dr. Leon compared MSSC to other state-funded four-year colleges and universities in the state. He pointed out the fact that, despite evidence of outstanding programs and the largest enrollment increase of all the institutions of higher learning under consideration, MSSC still receives the smallest amount of money, per student, from the state. "This is not right," Dr. Leon said. "This doesn't make sense. This isn't fair."

Dr. Tiede joins Foundation

John W. Tiede has joined the Missouri Southern Foundation as Director of Major Gifts and Planned Giving. He has an M.B.A. degree from the University of Arkansas and a law degree (J.D.) from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Prior to joining the Foundation, Tiede worked 30 years for Missouri Southern in various capacities including Dean of the School of Business, Vice President for Business Affairs and, most recently, Senior Vice President. The Foundation's purpose is to assist in the growth, development and advancement of the College.

Summer in Sweden Exhibit

Nine art students who spent six weeks this summer in Sweden will exhibit drawings in the MSSC Spiva Art Gallery. The exhibit opened with a reception for the artists Monday, Aug. 27 and will continues through Sept. 14 in the Fine Arts Building on campus. The students did the drawings while participating in the college's "Summer in Sweden" program at the Mullsjö Folkhögskola in Mullsjö, Sweden and in other travels in Europe. Each student was a recipient of a Katherine L. Hyde Study/Travel Scholarship awarded by the MSSC Art Department. The students spent six weeks in Scandinavia in a program led by Alice Knepper, an art instructor at MSSC. The nine students are Tammy Lin Cady, Andrew McCormick, Wendy Pilgrim and Rebecca Ringstaff, all of Joplin, Vinny Fall III of Jasper, Freda Kos of Rich Hill, Kyle McKenzie of Webb City, and Trent Mosley of Diamond. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is no admission fee. For more information, contact V.A. Christensen, Gallery Coordinator, at (417) 625-9631.

Today's Brown Bag Lunch

Friday, Sept. 7, is the date for the first Brown Bag Lunch of the semester. Michael Garoutte, Chemistry, will present CPR for Writing. The presentation will be from 12:10 to 12:50 in Room 310 of the Billingsly Student Center. Pick up your free lunch at the mini-buffet outside the meeting room. The presentation will be over in time for faculty to make 1 p.m. classes.

MSSC awarded funding for Project STAY

Project STAY helps students who are first-generation college students, meet income guidelines, or are students with disabilities. The goal is to provide services to help these students persist to graduation and move on to graduate school, if appropriate. As members of Project STAY, students will receive academic advising, personal and career counseling, tutoring, supplemental instruction, financial aid assistance, and assistance with applying to graduate school. All of these services will be provided free of charge to the student. The program is funded to serve 160 students this year. Susan Craig, Upward Bound, asks for help in referring students to the Project. Please refer interested students to her at 625-9828 or have them e-mail craig-s@mssu.edu. Students may also come to the north guest house, directly north of the Learning Center.

Contemporary Series features Japanese film

The 2001-2002 season of the Contemporary Foreign Film Series will begin on Friday, Sept. 14, with a showing of the Japanese film Kikujiro, at 7 p.m, Webster Hall 105, according to Nick Kyle, Art. This film, a surprising change of pace from the maker of Sonatine and Fireworks, was described by Facets as "filled with warm humor as well as a quiet sadness, telling the story of a young boy who takes to the road in search of his mother and falls in with a brash, gambling-crazed tough guy, . . . leading to several offbeat encounters".

Natural High Week

College Orientation, Student Support Center, Residence Halls Association, Campus Activities Board and Campus Recreation and Wellness will sponsor Natural High Week, Sept. 10-14. The week includes activities for students all week. A CAB-sponsored plant sale sponsored will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the campus oval, Thursday, Sept. 13. The week will culminate with a Faculty/Staff Brown Bag titled Natural High and You. The presentation, which includes a free lunch, will be held at 12 noon on Friday, Sept. 14 in the third floor, Billingsly Student Center. All faculty and staff are invited.

Bein' Green

Nationally known speaker and substance abuse educator Mike Green brings his message of personal responsibility to campus Tuesday, Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. in Leggett & Platt Arena. With his program titled "College 101" Mike will focus on the myths/beliefs and realities of using alcohol, personal responsibility and decision-making, and the part of alcohol on the campus experience. "Greeny," as he is known, is a former Division II football player and recovering alcoholic, has been traveling the nation for several years, talking to students about making the right choices when it comes to alcohol. He has spoken on over 1000 college campuses in his career and visits over 200 schools each year. Mike Green's appearance is sponsored by the Student Support Center as a part of Natural High Week.

Kennedy new Safety/Security Manager

Kenneth "Ken" Kennedy has joined the Southern team as Manager of Safety and Security. Mr. Kennedy has 22 years of comprehensive law enforcement experience and has served with the Joplin Police Department in positions ranging from Patrol Officer to Professional Standards Division Commander. He spent several years as the Commander of the Special Response Team and has administrative experience in Patrol Division, Investigations, Administrative Services, and in Administration. Kennedy graduated from Southern with a B.S. in Criminal Justice Administration last year and was named Outstanding Graduate in Criminal Justice Administration for the 2000-2001 academic year. He is currently enrolled in a Master's Degree program through the University of Missouri-Rolla. Ken began duties in his new position as of the first day of classes, Aug. 20.

Peace Week

The Helen S. Boylan Foundation and the Missouri Southern Social Science Department present Peace Week, Sept. 9-14. Tom Simpson, Social Sciences, says a diverse list of activities will take place. They include the following:

Monday, Sept. 10

7 p.m., PEACE POETRY AND SO MUCH MORE, Seattle Roast Coffeehouse, Spiva Library

Tuesday, Sept. 11

9 p.m., DR. STRANGELOVE: OR, HOW I LEARNED TO QUIT WORRYING AND LOVE THE BOMB,, Biology Pond Picnic Shelter. A Peace Classic presented by the Missouri Southern Society for Public Administration

Wednesday, Sept. 12

8 p.m., THE SCHWAG, in concert A tribute to the Grateful Dead Biology Pond Hillside (In case of inclement weather, the Schwag will perform in Leggett & Platt Athletic Center.)

Thursday, Sept. 13

9 a.m.- 1 p.m., first floor, Webster Hall, VOLUNTEER FAIR

9:30 a.m., Webster Auditorium, REV. CLAIRE CARTER, Peace Pagoda, Leverett, Mass. Rev. Carter speaks on her personal journey to promote peace

1 p.m., Webster Auditorium, DR. PAULA BARNES, Hutchison School, Memphis, Tenn. Dr. Barnes Discusses the Women's Peace Movement in American History

7 p.m., Webster Auditorium, INGRID ASKEW, Capetown, South Africa Ms. Askew investigates bridging the racial divide in South Africa

9 p.m., Webster Hall, East Entrance, INTERFAITH PEACE PRAYER VIGIL

Friday, Sept. 14

12 Noon, Campus Oval, NATIVE AMERICAN DANCERS

All Peace Week events are free and open to the community. For more information, contact Social Sciences at (417) 625-9564.

Take a Break with Exercise

Now that you're back in the "groove" of your routine, it's time to begin or continue your exercise program. The following wellness classes are available to you: Aquacise, T-Th 12:00, M-W 5:30 p.m., $10 session/$30. semester Aerobics, MWF 12 noon at 5:30 p.m. at Student Life Center, $10 session/$30. semester Add PEP to your life with a Personal Exercise Program. Call ext. 9533 to schedule an appointment with your certified personal trainer. Cost is $15./hour.

Student Help Wanted

Two offices on campus are currently looking for students to assist with valuable efforts and, at the same time, make extra money for school and living expenses. The Student Center is looking for a Billingsly Student Center night manager to work 16-20 hours per week, more during the busy times. The wage is $6.50 per hour. To nominate a candidate, contact Val Carlisle, Student Services, at ext. 9320.

The Upward Bound Project is looking for tutors in math, social sciences, biological and chemical sciences, physics, foreign languages, and English. These tutors will be assisting high school students in the Upward Bound project. Tutors are normally sent to selected high schools to meet with the student. U.B. pays tutors $6/hour plus mileage. Refer student applicants to the Upward Bound office directly north of the Learning Center or ask them to call Susan Craig, Upward Bound, at ext. 9830 (625-9380) for an application.

FACULTY/STAFF NOTES

The Department of Kinesiology along with the Goals 2000 Health and Physical Education Consortia of Southwest Missouri will be hosting a K-5 Physical Education Workshop on Sept. 8 in the Leggett and Platt Athletic Center.

Sheri Beeler, Women's Athletics, says the program, "Physical Essentials," will be presented by Kathy Ermler and Joella Mehrhof of Emporia State University. The workshop is open to Southern physical education majors, as well as students from SMSU, CMSU, UMSL, College of the Ozarks, and area physical education teachers.

An excerpt of the unfinished novel, Howie! by Alan Burch, Communications, has placed 7th in a writing contest: To learn more, visit the internet information site of http://www.newcenturywriter.org/category1winners2001.htm

Jean Campbell, Communications, is the new president of the local branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW). As president, she will oversee meetings and handle committee appointments. The AAUW's records, which date back to the early 1920s, will be stored in the Missouri Southern Archives under direction of Charles Nodler, Archivist. The archives officially will transfer to the Spiva Library in a ceremony on Nov. 22. All are invited to attend. Please make reservations by calling Gaye Pate at ext. 3180.

James Brown and Jan Holmes of the Learning Center says students now have 21 different writing tutoring times to choose from each week. Faculty are asked to encourage students to take advantage of this valuable free service to help improve writing at all levels. Top receive tutoring students should visit the Learning Center to sign up tutoring sessions. For information, contact ext. 9558 or ext. 9657.

Mike Davis, Regional Crime Laboratory, participated in a workshop on "Footwear Impression Evidence" led by Bill Bodziak, retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent in the Laboratory. The training was sponsored by the Missouri Association of Crime Laboratory Directors and was held at the Missouri State Highway Patrol Academy Aug.13 - 17.

Michelle C. Heincker, Regional Crime Laboratory, attended acourse Aug. 27 - 31 at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Va., entitled : "Short Tandem Repeat Analysis [in DNA] by Capillary Electrophoresis".

Michael Horvath, Dean of the School of Education, was elected to a third term as chair of the Missouri Advisory Council for Certification of Educators, a statutory body established to counsel the State Board of Education. He also was appointed to a three year term on the Council for Exceptional Children's Honors Committee.

Brad Kleindl, Business, has been accepted into the Fulbright Senior Specialist program. The Fulbright Senior Specialist program is designed to provide U.S. faculty and professionals with opportunities to collaborate with professional counterparts on curriculum and faculty development, institutional planning and a variety of other activities.

MSSC's Speech and Debate team will begin its defense of the 2001 LD National Championship, according to Kelley Larson, Forensics. The team will be at the season opener at Truman State University in Kirksville, Mo. on Sept. 28-30.

David Locher, Sociology, published "'Poor-Quality Students' Reveal Teaching Skill" on the cover of the August/September issue ofThe Teaching Professor.

The United Way Campaign 2001 Committee would like to thank the campus community for participating in the Silent Auction. Through your generous support we were able to raise over $900. Melissa Locher, Learning Center, says this amount will be added to our overall campaign total later in the year. Look for upcoming information about the fall campaign in the coming weeks!

Patricia Murphy, English, has had an article accepted by Victorian Poetry. The article, which will appear in the summer 2002 volume, explores the relationship between science and gender in the poems of Constance Naden.

David Richards, Social Sciences, attended the 2001 American Political Science Association Meeting in San Francisco, where he presented two research papers, "Economic Globalization and Women's Agency Rights" and "Using Mokken Scaling to Test the Destabilization Theory of Government Respect for Human Rights". He also chaired a panel on Globalization and Human Rights.

An article written by David Richards, Social Sciences, titled "Respect for Human Rights after the End of the Cold War" (International Studies Quarterly, 1999) has been chosen by the Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) as one of five required democratization/human rights readings in its International Training Course in Security Policy. The GCSP provides expert training in international security policy for diplomats, military officers and civil servants from foreign and defense ministries around the world.

Gerald Schlink, Biology, says that Joplin Junior College graduate and former McCloud and Gunsmoke star, Dennis Weaver, has a new western movie out on Video called The Virginian. He plays the "bad guy". Weaver has been a regular visitor to the MSSC campus, filming commercials for the college and appearing at events sponsored by the Missouri Southern Alumni Association.

The presentation of the Annie Baxter Award will be held following a luncheon scheduled for 12 noon on the 3rd Floor of Billingsly Center on Wednesday, Sept. 12 according to Tom Simpson, Social Sciences.

Dan Overdeer and Nancy Smith,Teacher Education, had the article titled, "Missouri's Tallgrass Prairies: A Vanishing Landscape," published in the Spring 2001 issue of the Missouri Reader, the State Journal of the International Reading Association.

KGCS still has a limited supply of "talking" Mark McGwire baseball cards for sale, according to Judy Stiles, Communications. The cards feature the announcer's call of his 70th home run in 1998. They've never been widely distributed on the retail market, and are a "collector's item." The price is $5 each. Proceeds benefit KGCS-TV. Call Judy at ext. 9668.

N. Ree Wells, Social Science, co-edited with Norman A. Dolch, a special issue of the Sociological Spectrum entitled Medical Sociology: Health and Illness Issues for the New Millennium, Volume 21, Number 3, July-Sept., 2001.

Jerry Williams, Robin Douglas and Betty Baker, Lifelong Learning, attended the first Missouri Distance Learning Association conference in Jefferson City. It was held at the Ike Skelton National Guard Armory.

CLASSIFIED

For Sale: 1987 26' Holiday Rambler motor home. Fully contained, Nice, Clean, good tires, runs great. Has generator that needs work. Sleeps 5. $12,800. Call 782-3812, evenings.

For Sale: Home and farm, 20 to 80 acres, 3 bd. Rm. 2 ½ bath, 1,780 sq. ft.; Energy efficient home; built in 1994; 40 acres in farm program will bring in $5,200 in the next 14 months. 6 mi. N. of Purcell Mo. Forty acres pasture, forty acres woods. $135,000 to $199,000. Twenty-five to 30 minute drive to MSSC. Contact Wayne Adams, ext. 9731, home phone (417) 394-3057

For Sale: Home with old Southern charm overlooking Spring River in Baxter Springs. 2 story plus basement, 5 bedroom, 3 baths, office, large rooms. Lots of trees, privacy and beautiful view on 2 acres. All new roof, siding and windows, $159,000. Call 417-673-1818 or ext. 9766 for more information.

For Sale: Older home, 720 Olive Street in Carthage with lots of charm. Large rooms in this almost 1500 square foot home with a fireplace in the master bedroom. Two bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, sitting room, large closets and huge pantry in the kitchen, large foyer, wrap-around front porch. House has been has central heat & air. Needs only a little TLC. Chain-link fenced back yard, 2-car garage. $59,900. Call Jean Campbell at 625-9668.

For Rent: 2 -brdr, 1 bath house. $450 monthly. Quite country setting just off highway 71, ½ mile north of Carl Jct. exit. Perfect for individual or couple. Prefer faculty or staff. 649-7709.