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Finalists announced for Humanities dean
Two finalists have been selected for the dean of the College of Humanities position and have been invited to campus to meet with representatives of SFSU. All members of the campus community are invited to attend the open forum and reception for each candidate.
Tomorrow and Thursday: Dr. Frederick Kirchhoff, dean, College of Arts and Sciences and professor of English, Metropolitan State University. Tomorrow: open forum, followed by reception, 3:30 to 5 p.m. University Club.
March 6-7: Dr. Leslie W. Rabine, acting dean of Humanities, University of California, Irvine. Wednesday, March 7: open forum, followed by reception, 3:30 to 5 p.m, University Club.
First Science and Engineering dean candidate visits campus
Dr. Jacque Carter, one of five finalists for the dean of the College of Science and Engineering, will be on campus this Thursday and Friday.
His reception is Thursday from 3 to 3:30 p.m. in SCI 256, and his presentation is Thursday from 3:35 to 5 p.m. in SCI 201. All members of the campus community are invited to attend both events.
Carter is the interim dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of New England.
First Science and Engineering dean candidate visits campus
Dr. Jacque Carter, one of five finalists for the dean of the College of Science and Engineering, will be on campus this Thursday and Friday.
His reception is Thursday from 3 to 3:30 p.m. in SCI 256, and his presentation is Thursday from 3:35 to 5 p.m. in SCI 201. All members of the campus community are invited to attend both events.
Carter is the interim dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of New England.
The Academic Senate will meet today from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Nob Hill Room of the Seven Hills Conference Center. Agenda items include: a report from Marilyn Verhey, interim coordinator of academic assessment; a proposed change in membership to the Franciscan Shops Board of Directors; proposed revisions to the charge and membership composition of the University Committee on Written English Proficiency; a proposed revision to the minor in Jewish studies; proposed revisions to the bachelor of science in bus iness administration-distributed office systems concentration; a proposed revision to the bachelor of science in business administration-CIS concentration; a proposed revision to the minor in CIS; proposed reinstatement of the "U" grade; and a resolution regarding the faculty merit increase program and CSU-CFA contract negotiations. Proposed discontinuances on the agenda include: the meteorology program; bachelor of science in business administration-logistics management concentration; minor in intercultur al skills; preschool/day-care/early childhood education certificate program; and construction practices certificate program.
All "Intent to Participate in Sneak Preview Day" forms from faculty should be returned to Frieda Lee, director of student outreach services, by Monday. The forms can be faxed to Lee at EXT 8-0903 or call EXT 8-2356. Sneak Preview Day is March 31.
The Office of International Programs (OIP) invites proposals for grants to foster international education at SFSU. Applications may be picked up at OIP in ADM 450 or downloaded from the OIP Web site at: www.sfsu.edu/~oip The application deadline is Friday, March 9. For additional information, contact OIP at EXT 8-1293.
The Labor Archives and Research Center celebrates its 15th anniversary with speeches, performances and more this Friday at 7 p.m.
The celebration, which is free and open to the public, will take place at ILWU, Local 34, located at 4 Berry St. in San Francisco. Refreshments will be served at 6:15 p.m. For details, call (415) 564-4010.
The Center for Modern Greek Studies and the History and Humanities departments present a free lecture by Stathis Kalyvas, professor of political science at the University of Chicago, on "Violence in the Greek Civil War" this Friday at 7:30 p.m. in HUM 108.
For details, contact the Center for Modern Greek Studies at EXT 8-1892.
'Storytellers' turn page in 'Time and Place'
An opening reception for the art exhibition, "Storytellers: The Figure in Time and Place" will be held this Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Fine Arts Gallery, FA 238. A screening of Greta Snider's new film "The Magic of Radio" will precede the reception at 1 p.m. in the August Coppola Theatre, FA 101.
"Storytellers" is curated and organized by SFSU art professors Barbara Foster, Candace Crockett and Sylvia S. Walters. The exhibition will be on display through March 22 and is open Mondays through Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m.
Leo F. Cain, emeritus professor of special education, died Sunday, Feb. 11, in San Mateo. He was 91 years of age.
Cain, who earned a doctoral degree from Stanford in psychology and education, began his service at SF State in 1947 as a professor of special education. While on campus, he established and acted as director of the Department of Special Education. In 1957, he became the first vice president of San Francisco State College. He also served as dean of educational services and summer sessions, a position that included directing the University's extended learning efforts.
In 1962, Cain was appointed president of South Bay State College. He was charged with finding a location and hiring staff for a new college within the state system. Under his leadership the Southern California campus, which was originally slated for Palos Verdes, found a home in Carson and eventually became CSU Dominguez Hills.
After retiring as president of CSU Dominguez Hills, Cain returned to SFSU in 1976 to continue his work in special education. He also served as coordinator of the University's Joint Doctoral Program in Special Education. A unique partnership with UC Berkeley, the program offers advanced academic training and research experience for professionals working with those who have special education needs.
Vera Lane, who retired as associate dean of the College of Education last year, said, "One of Leo's significant contributions to the University was the strengthening of the Joint Doctoral Program in Special Education. His skill in working with the faculty members and administrators at Berkeley really helped iron out some of the difficulties that naturally occur when two institutions offer a collaborative program. He was a very kind and gracious person and that helped him be successful in all that he did ."
Persons wishing to contribute in memory of Cain may do so by giving to the Leo F. Cain Scholarship Fund. Donations should be sent to CSUDH Emeriti Faculty Association, California State University, Dominguez Hills, Office of the President, Scholarship Committee, Carson, CA, 90747.
The Women Studies Lecture Series presents Susana Loza, who will speak on "Orientalism and Film Noir: Subjective Sins and Othered Desires" tomorrow from 3:10 to 4 p.m. in HUM 316. Loza is a professor of comparative ethnic studies at UC Berkeley.
Steve Allen tribute at Comedy Night
A special tribute to the late Steve Allen has been added to the program for SFSU's annual Comedy Night. His widow, who will attend both performances, willbe recognized.
This year's event also features Jo Anne Worley, Louis Nye, Ruth Buzzi, Tom Poston and SFSU alumnus Ronnie Schell.
Tickets for SFSU's annual Comedy Night are still available, but are selling quickly. It will be held Friday, March 2, and Saturday, March 3, at 8 p.m. in McKenna Theatre. Tickets cost $60 or $75 each with proceeds benefiting the SFSU Athletics Department. A reception with the performers will follow the March 2 show. Tickets for the reception are $50. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Comedy Night hotline at EXT 5-0556.
The campus community is invited to tomorrow's opening reception of the "College of Humanities Faculty Show 2001" from 3 to 5 p.m. in HUM 404.
The exhibit features creative work by faculty members from the College of Humanities. It will be open Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. through early March.
Discuss effects of genetic variation
The SFSU Jewish Studies Program, in conjunction with the University of Minnesota Center for Bioethics, has been awarded a grant by the National Institutes of Health to explore and discuss ways that the information emerging from research into human genetic variation may affect concepts of identity and authenticity; of identity and community; and of identity, family and kinship.
Those who have done research on these topics or are interested in them are invited to join a discussion that will be used as preparation for the first working group meeting. The discussion will take place Thursday, March 1, from noon to 2 p.m. in HUM 416. If you are interested in joining this discussion, send a bio to Melinda Busch, administrator of Jewish Studies, at jewish@sfsu.edu or via campus mail to HUM 416.
Jewish Studies presents an Academica Judaica lecture by attorney Nitzhia Shaked on "The Trial of Jesus: A Legal Perspective" tomorrow from 1 to 3 p.m. in HUM 416. Shaked will examine the narratives of the arrest, trial and execution of Jesus as depicted in the various gospels vis-ˆ-vis legal principles and provisions of Jewish and Roman law.
Students can learn how to "Get Started on Writing Course Papers" this Thursday at 12:30 p.m. in BUS 202. Karen Wiederholt of the English Department and the Learning Assistance Center will facilitate this free workshop for any student who wishes to participate.
Friday marks the deadline for students to apply for SFSU's Annual Student Research Competition, which will be held on campus Feb. 27-March 7.
Student registration forms and application guidelines are available at the Graduate Division office, ADM 254, or in the College offices. For details, contact Darlene Yee at dyee@sfsu.edu or Lisa Hoskins at lhoskins@sfsu.edu.
Explore "The Dreaming and Waking Mind" this Thursday from 12:10 to 1:45 p.m. in HSS 306. Jeremy Taylor will discuss the archetypal energies and layers of meaning in dreams.
This lecture is part of the Spring 2001 Holistic Health Speaker's Series. For details, call EXT 8-1210 or visit: www.sfsu.edu/~ihhs
Conserving energy takes little energy
In response to the California power crisis, all state agencies have been ordered to cut energy use by 8 percent. At SFSU, all faculty, staff and students are urged to do their part -- and more -- to help conserve in this time of critical need. Here are several tips to help SFSU conserve energy:
- During office hours, your computer's "sleep mode"/energy-savings mode should be set to activate after several minutes of inactivity. If your computer doesn't have a sleep mode, turn your monitor off when it won't be used for two hours or longer and definitely when you leave for the day.
- Screen savers use energy, and if your computer has a "sleep mode," a screen saver will defeat the purpose of this energy-saving feature. If you have any additional suggestions for conserving energy, or if you see energy being wasted, call EXT 8-SAVE.
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