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Alfred University's Announcements

Friday, August 25, 2006

Alfred Today is a campus-wide listing of announcements for the Alfred University Campus which runs Monday-Friday while school is in session; it will be sent as needed during campus breaks. Please use the form created for listing announcements. It is really quite simple. There is a link to the form in the MyAU and OurAU menus under Submit Content. It can also be found here. Announcements must be received no later than 2 p.m. the day before the item is to be used. Items may be used twice within the same week, but must be sent twice. Submissions are subject to editing and will be screened for appropriateness.

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In This Issue:

Don't wait in line for your parking permit!

Join Alumni at the Rochester Rhinos game Rochester Rhinos -- An Evening of Soccer Science, Security, and the State

Change in Dance Class

Free Grade Recording and Evaluation Software Auditions for Theatre Department Production ITS Equipment Lending

You Better Belize It! Informational Meeting GREAT JOB OPPORTUNITY...

Calendar of Events for Friday, August 25, 2006 Alfred University Employment Opportunities

Classifieds (Announcements, Lost & Found, Buy & Sell, Ride Board) Spiritual Life at Alfred

Don't wait in line for your parking permit!

Apply online now for your 2006-07 student parking permits at http://www.thepermitstore.com. You'll be asked for a location; put "Alfred." If you hate computers, you can still walk into Public Safety during their open hours and ask them to manage your permit application, though the lines may be long during the first few days you're back. Apply today to have your Alfred University Student Parking Permit mailed directly to you.

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Join Alumni at the Rochester Rhinos game

Event Date: 08/26/06 Event Time: 6:30 p.m.

Location: PAETEC Park, 460 Oak S., Rochester, NY

Rochester Rhinos - An Evening of Soccer - Saturday - Aug. 26

Join AU alumni, parents, and friends along with Head Women's Soccer Coach Jen Enke '95; Head Men's Soccer Coach Scott Miller '96; captains of the Women's and Men's Soccer Teams; Interim Vice President for University Relations Dr. Sylvia Bryant; University Trustee Christine Kulp '71; Greg Connors '92, and Jeni Connors '94 for an evening of soccer Saturday, Aug. 26, as the Rochester Rhinos take on the Puerto Rico Islanders at PAETEC Park. Please join us for a 6:30 p.m. pre-game gathering at the Tent, located at Gate D, where nearby concession stand refreshments will be available for purchase. Game tickets are $12 per person. Game time is 7:35 p.m. Hope to see you there!

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Rochester Rhinos -- An Evening of Soccer

Event Date: 08/26/2006

Event Time: Game Time - 7:35 p.m.

Location: PAETEC Park, 460 Oak S., Rochester, NY

Join alumni, parents, and friends along with Jen Enke '95, head women's soccer coach; Scott Miller '96, head men's soccer coach; captains of the AU Women's and Men's Soccer teams; Mark Shardlow '83, executive director of Alumni and Community Relations; University Trustee Christine Kulp '71 and alum Greg Connors '92, for an evening of soccer as the Rochester Rhinos take on the Puerto Rico Islanders. Please join us for a 6:30 p.m. pre-game gathering at the Tent, located at Gate D, where nearby concession stand refreshments will be available for purchase. Cost is $12 per person, which includes your game ticket. Please contact the office of Alumni and Community Relations with any questions at 607.871.2144, or e-mail [email protected].

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Science, Security, and the State

Event Date: 09/28/2006 Event Time: 8 PM

Location: Nevins Theater, Campus Center

Prof. Daniel J. Kevles of Yale University, one of the leading historians of science in the country, will deliver the annual Russell Lecture and Sam Scholes Jr. lectrure at 8 PM on Thursday, September 28, Nevins Theater. His talk is titled "Science, Security, and the State." Kevles, who is known for his wide scientific interests, has authored a number of prize-winning books. His best-known book is The Physicists: A History of a Scientific Community in the U.S.. He has also authored In the Name of Eugenics. He recently co-edited with Leroy Hood of Cal Tech The Code of Codes, a study of the human genome project. His talk is free and open to the public.

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Change in Dance Class

Jazz I is being offered Tuesday / Thursday 11:20 - 12:35 in Miller 300. This counts as a PE or C credit. There is no pre-requisite for this class.

This is a change from what is in the course booklet and what is on Banner.

Please email Chase Angier ([email protected]) or call 871-2562 if you have questions.

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Free Grade Recording and Evaluation Software

"GradeMaster" is a computer program for recording and statistically evaluating the collection of measuring instruments (homework, quizzes, exams, projects, etc.) typically generated as part of teaching a class. The object of the software is to increase objectivity, consistency and productivity in the student evaluation process. "GradeMaster" is implemented as an add-in to Microsoft Excel that automates many of the grade evaluation functions. It is very easy to use and no Excel fluency is required.

"GradeMaster" was developed over the past six years by an Alfred University faculty member and has been extensively tested for stability, accuracy and functionality. Further development of the software requires "beta" testing by college level instructors therefore faculty from Alfred University and Alfred State College are being solicited. The beta software will be functional for a period of 1 year and then expire (all records, statistics and graphs will remain available).

If you are interested in using "GradeMaster", please email Steve at [email protected] for a copy.

There will be a short "Quick Start" training session at 1:00 on Friday, August 25th in Seidlin Annex Computer Lab (room 107) for those who wish to attend.

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Auditions for Theatre Department Production

Event Date: 08/27/2006 Event Time: 7:30 PM

Location: C. D. Smith Theatre, Miller Perf. Arts Ctr.

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Open/General Auditions for THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN, the theatre department's 1st production of the season, will be held on Aug. 27 and 28, Sunday and Monday. Please come to them!!! Written by award winning Irish playwright Martin McDonagh and directed by AU Theatre Professor Stephen Crosby, this black comedy gives a fascinating parody-like glimpse into the past and present Irish psyche. All students are invited to audition regardless of major or year in college. For further information, contact the Division of Performing Arts at 871-2562 or email [email protected]. No advance preparation necessary.

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ITS Equipment Lending

ITS Equipment Lending has moved to the 3rd floor of Allen Hall. Our hours are 9:00- 4:00 Monday through Friday. Come see us in the newly renovated building!

Student lending is closed for maintenance and will reopen Monday 9/4.

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You Better Belize It! Informational Meeting

There will be an informational meeting regarding the Belize class and trip on Monday, August 28, 2006, from 1:20-2:10 in Olin 107. This will be to discuss the expectations of the class and the trip. If you are planning on taking this class please be there on Monday.

The classes involved are: Anth 300-Biol 300-GLBS 300 Thank you and have a great day!

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GREAT JOB OPPORTUNITY...

GREAT JOB OPPORTUNITY... Join University Relations Phonathon Calling Team University Relations is now hiring for the Phonathon Fundraising Calling Team. If you are energetic and want to become part of a winning team then we want you!! To learn more stop by our information table at Powell Campus Center - 2nd Floor or visit the AU Welcome Center. Applications must be submitted by Tues-8/29.

Training Sessions begin Tues-8/28 & Wed-8/29 Olin Rm. 301/ Thurs. 8/31-Phonathon House-17 Terrace St. (Corner of Terrace & Sayles). For more information, contact Susan Suriani, Asst. Director Alumni & Community Relations-607-871-2144/ [email protected].

AU Phonathon.... It's not just a job, it's an adventure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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