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StateLineswww.frostburg.edu/admin/foundation/news.htm For and about FSU people A publication of the FSU Office of Advancement Volume 32, Number 14, November 26, 2001 Copy deadline: noon Wednesday, 228 Hitchins or [email protected] ‘The Nutcracker’ Comes to Frostburg for the Holidays The holiday favorite, “The Nut- repertoire. Costumes by cracker,” comes to Frostburg on Friday, Galina Ivanovna Shumeikina Dec. 7, at 8 p.m. as a special gift from and settings ranging from a FSU’s Cultural Events Series. The perfor- living room decorated for mance will take place in the Beall High Christmas, complete with School Auditorium. Patrons are encour- “growing” Christmas tree, to aged to purchase tickets as soon as the glittering Land of Snow to possible to avoid disappointment. the fantastic Kingdom of Combining the enchanting music of Sweets, add to the magical Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky with the setting. magical story by E.T.A. Hoffman, the Dinner theatre specials are Nutcracker has delighted people of all available prior to the perfor- ages for more than 100 years. mance and can be purchased This performance features the talents through the CES Box Office. of the International Ballet Theatre, with For information and ticket award-winning dancers from Russia and purchases contact the CES Box the United States, as well as selected Office Monday through Friday child dancers from the Frostburg Dance from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Academy and FSU Activities for Life x3137 or toll-free at 1-(866) Ballet, under the artistic direction of TIXX CES. Based on availabil- choreographer Vladimir Shumeikin. The ity, tickets may also be Theatre was formed to preserve the purchased in the Beall High unique quality of the Russian School of School lobby one hour prior to Ballet and classical Russian ballet the performance.

“Candle Blessings for Chanukah,” Music arranged by Joshua Jacobson with Heather Helmstetter (soprano). Senior Samantha Stewart will Concert Features conduct Daniel Gawthrop’s “Sing The Entire Me To Heaven.” Dr. Susan Mills, Collegium, Chorale assistant professor of music, will Campus Community The Winter Choral Concert of direct two South African songs, is Cordially Invited the FSU Department of Music, “Phamokate” and “Kwangena Thi featuring the Collegium Musicum Na.” to and the University Chorale, will be Collegium Musicum’s perfor- Sunday, Dec. 2, at 3 p.m. in the mance will include “O Magnum Performing Arts Center’s Pealer Mysterium” by Tomas Luis de President Recital Hall. Victoria; Edvard Grieg’s “Ave Maris Under the direction of Dr. Karen Stella; Betelehemu” (a Nigerian Catherine R. Gira’s Soderberg and accompanied by carol) arranged by Barrington Kimberly Andrews (piano), the Brooks. Collegium will also perform Fall Convocation University Chorale will feature Emma Lou Diemer’s “Madrigals Giovanni Battista Pergolesi’s Three” and “Agnus Dei.” Monday, Nov. 26, “Magnificat.” Soloists include The concert will conclude with music majors Autumn Monahan- “Chanflin,” (Dominican Republic) at 3:30 p.m. Avilla (soprano), Emily Fishell arranged by Juan-Tony Guzman in the Performing Arts Center (alto), David Myers (tenor) and and George Shearing’s “Blow, Blow, Brian Kosior (baritone). The Thou Winter Wind,” “My Funny Drama Theatre University Chorale will also Valentine” arranged by Teena perform three Chanukah selec- Chinn and “How High the Moon” tions: “Mi y’maleil” arranged by arranged by Stephen Zegree. Bob Chilcott, “Mi Zeh Y’ maleil,” For more information, contact with Michael Hale-Cooper (tenor) the FSU Department of Music at and Ilana Fardjad (soprano) and x4109.

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sation” at Roper Gallery in the Fine Arts and alumni programs. For information, Theatre Building from Friday, Nov. 30, to contact Chris Harmon, Director of Wednesday, Dec. 5. An opening recep- Annual Giving, x4758. tion will be from 7 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 30. UT to Perform For more information, contact the Graduates-to-Be Invited Department of Visual Arts at x4797. ‘Love’s Labour’s Lost’ The University Advancement Office of Annual Giving cordially invites graduating University Theatre will present the Introductory Ceramics seniors to the annual senior send-off at Shakespearean classic “Love’s Labour’s Offered in Intersession Gandalf’s, 16 W. Main St., Thursday, Dec. Lost” at the Performing Arts Center’s 20, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Admission is $1 (a Drama Theatre Thursday, Nov. 29; Friday, The FSU Department of Visual Arts is contribution toward your senior class gift) Nov. 30 and Saturday, Dec. 1 at 8 p.m. offering Introduction to Ceramics during with an FSU Senior Pass. (Call x4758 to Shakespeare pokes fun at pretension the 2002 Intersession. The course is an learn how to get one.) Food, beverages, while exploring the power of love in a intensive three-and-a-half week explora- gifts and raffle prizes will be provided. typically complex plot featuring a group tion in the techniques and history of RSVP to x4758 or [email protected] of strong-willed young men who pledge creating and firing ceramic art. by Tuesday, Dec. 18. to renounce women. Naturally, they The Introduction to Ceramics course become captivated by four appealing runs from Jan. 2 to Jan. 25 Mondays young women and must reconsider. through Fridays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This Undergraduate Tickets are $3 for students and $7 for course is open to FSU Visual Art majors, Commencement the general public. For reservations and other FSU students and the public. information, call the Department of “This course is very fast-paced and Any student planning to complete Theatre at x4145 Monday through exciting,” says instructor Pat Faville. studies during the current semester Friday, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. “We cover a lot of ground in an amaz- must first officially file for graduation. ingly short period of time. Everyone is Undergraduate students should contact so focused that it actually flows more the Registrar’s Office (x4349, 144 Pullen Presentations smoothly than a traditional 15-week Hall). Notices regarding Commencement semester.” are sent only to those who have com- Faville is a local artist who has pleted all filing requirements. Honors Seminar Presents written several nationally published Caps and gowns are provided at no Human Rights Fair articles on wood kilns and experimental charge to all students cleared to partici- pate; however, each student is respon- The students of the Honors Seminar firing processes. sible for placing an order in advance. on Human Rights at FSU will present a For more information, call the FSU Submit orders to the University Book- Human Rights Fair Tuesday, Dec. 11, Department of Visual Arts at x4979. store immediately. from 6 to 9 p.m. in room 201 of the Advance information about Com- Lane University Center. Take Note mencement is always available on the The Human Rights Fair will celebrate University’s Web site, the anniversary of the signing of the www.frostburg.edu, at the “news and Universal Declaration of Human Rights Annual Fund Sets events” link (on the left of the screen), on Dec. 10, 1948. For the students, it and click on Commencement. For will also mark the completion of a Telemarketing Record information, contact Beth Deatelhauser semester of intensive investigation of University Advancement’s Office of in Special Academic Services, x3130, 127 human rights issues around the world. Annual Giving has set a record for total Performing Arts Center, or by e-mail to The students have invited other pledges raised during the fall phonathon, [email protected]. campus groups who work on human raising over $100,000 in unrestricted rights issues to join the evening of pledges during this year’s telemarketing presentations, displays and discussions campaign. Grad Students Dec. about the statues of human rights and Success can be attributed to the Commencement! the role individuals can play to further dedicated FSU students who night after their implementation. night called over 15,000 alumni to ask Please complete your application for Short presentations will be offered by for a gift to this year’s appeal. The graduation as soon as possible. Applica- the students on issues they have investi- campaign that began on Oct. 24 and tions received from now on will be gated. Todd Mellott, an FSU alumnus and continues to Thursday, Dec. 6, has been processed and every attempt will be current organizer with Amnesty Interna- one of the most successful to date. In the made to include the names in the tional, will speak about that organiza- first phase of the campaign, students December commencement program. tion. Representatives of Sens. Barbara called Sunday through Thursday evenings Graduate student graduation applica- Mikulski and Paul Sarbanes will discuss from 6 to 9 p.m. from the Cordts Center tions are available from the Office of human rights projects. Telemarketing Center to ask alumni for Graduate Services, 141 Pullen Hall; by The fair is free and open to the public. contributions to this year’s Annual Fund. telephone at x7053; by fax at x4597; Over 2,100 alumni responded and and after hours on the display rack have pledged over $100,280 towards the outside the Pullen Hall Office. Appalachian Lab Annual Fund. These numbers also Gary W. Barrett of the Institute of include over 900 first-time donors. This Points of Pride Ecology, University of Georgia, Athens, year’s campaign has also brought an Ga. will be the next speaker in the overwhelming response from alumni Appalachian Laboratory Fall Seminar giving e-mail addresses, business Dr. John O’Rorke, Political Science, Series. The seminar will be Thursday, information, as well as an increase in served as chair of the Teaching, Learning, Nov. 29, at 3:30 p.m. in AL Room 109. the number of credit card payments. and the Profession section at the North- Phase 2 of the telemarketing cam- eastern Political Science Association’s paign will begin on Monday, Nov. 26, annual meeting held November 8- 10 in Art and will focus on contributions from Philadelphia. Dr. O’Rorke also served as parents and graduating seniors. chair/discussant on a panel entitled Roper Displays ‘Dafusion The Annual Fund provides financial “Image Creation and the Conduct of support through unrestricted contribu- Diplomacy,” and presented a paper of Improvisation’ tions to benefit the University’s greatest entitled, “Building On-Line Courses: Some Bachelor of Fine Arts students Jose needs, including scholarships, student Pedagogical Concerns.” Moreno and Amanda Moran will display development, faculty and staff develop- their work, titled “Dafusion of Improvi- ment, cultural events, athletic programs FSU students from the Mass Commu- nications Department recently had the StateLines / 3 opportunity to ask questions of a TV interested in joining the organization the Braddock House. The WMFB will then writer and director working in the field. will be available. collect your donations on the third Friday Students from the "Writing for On Thursday, Nov. 29, NBS in of every month. For information, contact Electronic Media" courses conducted a conjunction with the Lane University’s Sean King at x7615 or Ryan McGrady of teleconference with daytime drama Center Stage organization will feature AmeriCorps at (301) 722-2797. director Anthony Mornia and head writer an Open Mic Night held in the Lane Sally Sussman Morina, the husband and University Center’s Loft area from 8:30 wife creative team behind the MTV soap to 11 p.m. Come showcase your talent; "Spyder Games." poetry, singing, comedy, dance, step, Financial Aid Sally, who made daytime history by etc. All members of the Frostburg State creating the first minority-based soap community are invited. Perkins Loan Exit opera "Generations" in the late ‘80s, has Finally, on Friday, Nov. 30, , NBS more recently served as head writer of will hold its first annual Black Light Interviews Scheduled NBC's "Days of our Lives." Anthony directs Pajama Jammie Jam (Pajama theme All students graduating in December ABC's "Port Charles." The pair fielded dance party), which will be held in the who received Perkins Loan money as questions concerning acting for soap Lane University Center’s Appalachian part of their financial aid packages at operas, breaking into TV and producing, Station from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tickets FSU are required to complete an exit directing and writing for a daily show. are $2 with pajamas or a canned food interview prior to commencement. These The teleconference was the brainchild item and $3 without. Be sure to bring mandatory sessions will be Monday, Dec. of FSU instructor and former soap actor extra money to have your picture taken. 3, in Lane University Center, room 202 Edward Mallory. Mallory played Dr. Bill NBS is also supporting Center Stage’s and Tuesday, Dec. 4, in the Lane Horton on "Days of our Lives" from 1966 Open Mic on Saturday, Dec. 1, in the Lane University Center, room 201. The session to 1980 and later directed several dramas University Center’s Loft from 9 to 11 p.m. will be held at 9, 10 and 11 a.m. and 2 including "Generations," "All My Chil- and 3 p.m. Students may choose the dren" and "The Young and the Restless." Business Clubs session. All students must present a A resident of Swanton, Mallory now picture ID and have telephone and The first College of Business Clubs teaches three classes at FSU, including address information for three references. "Writing for Electronic Media." Cyberbowl-a-thon, sponsored by the Advertising Club, the Finance Club, the If you are unsure if you received Perkins Society for Advancement of Manage- Loan funds or for information, contact Denise Fazenbaker at x3186. Get Involved ment, the Accounting Association and the Marketing Club, will be Tuesday, Nov. 27, from 9 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at International The Bowler in LaVale. NBS Week 2001 The Cyberbowl-a-thon is designed to The National Broadcasting Society raise money for the victims of the Sept. Summer Programs (Alpha Epsilon Rho) FSU Chapter will 11 terrorist attacks and to support FSU officially kick off its first ever NBS College of Business clubs and organiza- Overseas - Apply Now! Week, Nov. 27 through Nov. 30. The tions. Members of the organizations will It is already time to start applying for series of activities are designed to raise money by receiving donations next summer’s study abroad programs. attract more awareness to our organiza- either by a flat fee or a pledge towards Students may choose from five FSU- tion which is designed for people who the total “number of pins” knocked sponsored programs in Germany, Ireland are interested in all facets of Mass down during the two cyberbowl games (Social Work students), England, Ecuador Communications which includes Broad- played that evening. and Ghana. An information meeting will casting, Journalism, Marketing/Adver- For more information, contact Jeff be held the last week in November for all tising and beyond. Anderson, (301) 689-9804 or Chris programs. Students may pick up applica- On Tuesday, Nov. 27, NBS will Harmon, x4758. tions from the CIE or they may download feature “The Inside Scoop to the Enter- an application from the CIE Web site. tainment Industry,” a sit-down discus- UCM, CCM sion with industry insiders, NBC 25’s The Center for International Educa- Darrell Lee Powell, and WROG 102.9 Father Ed Hendricks, Catholic chaplain, tion offers a variety of ways for FSU Radio’s Dick Youder. This evening is and the Rev. Larry Neumark, Protestant students to see the world. In many open to all those interested in the chaplain, will lead the discussion, cases students register at FSU during a entertainment industry: Students, “Understanding the Bible” Tuesday, Nov. semester abroad and can take all faculty, staff, professionals and commu- 27, in Library room 237 at 7:30 p.m. financial aid with them and transfer nity. Speakers will be in Lane Center credit back to FSU. For information on Room 202 from 7 to 9 p.m. Please come Catholic Campus Ministry any of the programs or scholarships prepared with questions. Speakers will that may be available, check with Dr. The CCM Lock-in will begin Friday, give those in attendance the inside track Amy Simes at the CIE in the Fuller Nov. 30, at 8 p.m. and end at 10 a.m. on what it takes to be successful in the House on Braddock Road, call her at Saturday, Dec. 1. Spend the night in industry. x3091, e-mail her at prayer, playing games, watching movies On Wednesday, Nov. 28, in response [email protected], or visit and participating in other activities, to the nation’s tumultuous events, NBS www.frostburg.edu/admin/cie/cie.htm. finishing up with breakfast. Everything in conjunction with the area’s American will be at the Osborne Newman Center’s Red Cross Association will hold a blood Bishop Murphy Hall. Study Down Under: Australia, New Zealand drive in the Lane University Center’s FSU is affiliated with AustraLearn, an Alice R. Manicur Assembly Hall from 11 organization that provides unique a.m. to 5 p.m. Those unable to give Volunteers opportunities to study at universities in blood are asked to volunteer, as this will Australia and New Zealand. AustraLearn be a major undertaking. The greatest arranges cheap flights, orientation on gift to give during the holiday season is the Great Barrier Reef, pre-registration the gift of life. Western Md. Food Bank and transcript evaluation. Students may Later Wednesday evening, NBS will Seeking Donations choose from a broad range of courses in also be holding “Meet NBS Night” in the beautiful and exotic surroundings. The Western Maryland Food Bank is Library’s room 237 (side of the library), Scholarships are available from both FSU accepting donations of canned goods and from 7 to 9 p.m. All students and and AustraLearn. members of the Frostburg State commu- other non-perishable items. These items nity are invited to attend. Movies, can be dropped off in one of several Study in Newcastle, England refreshments and information for all containers throughout campus, including Students interested in studying at the StateLines / 4

University of Northumbria in Newcastle, AustraLearn and ISEP, and there are two Learn More About Study Abroad England, should visit the CIE. Newcastle is scholarships available for Maryland Students who would like to learn one of the liveliest cities in the UK, just residents (MIEA) and for U.S. students on more about study abroad opportunities across the Channel from Amsterdam and financial aid (Gilman). There are and how they fit into a degree program, three hours north of London (one hour also national scholarships, such may come to the CIE. The staff will south of Edinburgh) by train. Courses are as Rotary, NSEP and Fulbright. provide an overview of study abroad available in a variety of subjects. The cost Gain Work/Volunteer programs and requirements and have is about the same as one semester at FSU Experience Overseas application forms available. Scholarship and all financial aid will transfer. and financial aid information will also Students interested in working abroad be available. Students may use the CIE Do Your Student Teaching in Copenhagen should come by the CIE for information library and computer to search for Education majors who would like to about internships, volunteer organizations programs. Videos are also available. earn a semester of FSU credits while and paid work overseas. Many organiza- studying in Denmark should check with tions help students obtain jobs and work Music From Around the World the CIE about the exchange program with permits, and some help arrange housing as Tune in to the university’s radio the KDAS School of Teacher Training in well. Students can choose from short (1 to station, WFWM (91.9 FM), every Wednes- Copenhagen. Students complete projects 2 months) to longer experiences (4 to 12 day between 7 and 8 p.m. for “Planet and spend several weeks in Danish months), or even look into a more serious Frostburg.” Listen to both traditional and schools practicing teaching skills. All commitment (1 to 3 years). Destinations contemporary world music and hear the courses are in English. Financial aid are available throughout the world. latest about study abroad opportunities. transfers and scholarships are available. Octoberfest or Mayfest in Germany FSU students who would like to take FSU Events Calendar part in UMUC’s semester programs in Schwabisch Gmund in southern Germany Look for the FSU weekly events calendar on the Web at are advised to apply to the CIE. The www.frostburg.edu/weekcal.htm campus is part of the University of MONDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Maryland system, and all credits transfer Classes Resume back to FSU. Live in a beautiful medieval Advising/Registration ...... 8:30 a.m...... Lane Center village and study on a campus with * Fall 2001 Convocation ...... 3:30 p.m...... PAC Drama Theatre students from over 100 countries. All * Men’s Basketball: Chowan College ...... 7:00 p.m...... Away teaching is in English, and German TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27 instruction is offered as well. Scholarships CAB General Body Meeting ...... 7:00 p.m...... Atkinson Room are available from both FSU and UMUC. * SGA Open Forum with Administrators ...... 7:00 p.m...... Manicur Assembly Hall Students may apply for fall or spring. * Sigma Tau Delta Open Mic...... 7:00 p.m...... Derezinski Lounge/Loft Study in Limerick, Ireland * CCM/UCM: Fr. Ed Hendricks & Larry Neumark -- “Understanding the Bible” Students interested in taking part in 7:30 p.m...... Library 237 the Ireland Exchange Program in Limerick WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 should come by the CIE for information * National Broadcasting Soc. Bloodmobile .... 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. . Manicur Assembly Hall about the spring 2003 program. Partici- * Student Recital Series #5 ...... 3:00 p.m...... Pealer Recital Hall pants study at Mary Immaculate College RHA Meeting ...... 4:45 p.m...... Dunkle 218 and take one FSU class and three MIC * Women’s Basketball: Mt. Aloysius College ...... 6:00 p.m...... Home classes. All financial aid will transfer and scholarships are available. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29 Semester Overseas for Same Price as FSU * SGA Senate Meeting ...... 7:30 p.m...... Atkinson Room * University Theatre: “Love’s Labour’s Lost” ...... 8:00 p.m...... PAC Drama Theatre The International Student Exchange * NBS Talent Show ...... 9:00 p.m...... Derezinski Lounge/Loft Program allows FSU students to register at FSU, pay FSU tuition and housing, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30 and then study overseas for a semester, * Women’s Basketball: Bethany College Tournament year or summer at one of over 200 6:00 & 8:00 p.m...... Away locations. Students may take financial * Men’s & Women’s Swimming: Grove City College (Nov. 30-Dec. 1) aid with them and may apply for 6:00 p.m...... Away scholarships from the CIE. Students may * CAB Film: “American Pie 2” ...... 7:00 p.m. & midnight ...... Atkinson Room choose programs taught in either * University Theatre: “Love’s Labour’s Lost” ...... 8:00 p.m...... PAC Drama Theatre English or other languages. For the price National Broadcasting Pajama Jammy ‘Jam ...... 9:00 p.m...... Appalachian Station of an airline ticket, this is a great way to earn credit towards your FSU degree SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 while enjoying life in a foreign culture. * Men’s & Women’s Indoor Track & Field: @ West Virginia University Holiday Invitational Apply now for summer and fall 2002. * Women’s Basketball: Bethany College Tournament 1:00 & 3:00 p.m...... Away Choose from over 20 Locations to Study * University Theatre: “Love’s Labour’s Lost” .... 2:00 & 8:00 p.m...... PAC Drama Theatre FSU affiliates with the American * Men’s Basketball: Washington & Jefferson ...... 3:00 p.m...... Away Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS,) which * CAB Film – “American Pie 2” ...... 8:00 p.m...... Atkinson Room offers study abroad programs at of * Center Stage Open Mic ...... 9:00 p.m...... Derezinski Lounge/Loft universities around the world. Programs are open to all majors. Study in Prague, SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2 South Africa or Japan. You may register * CCM Mass ...... noon & 8:00 p.m...... Cook Chapel at FSU and use your financial aid for all * CAB Film – “American Pie 2” ...... 2:00 p.m...... Atkinson Room * Planetarium: “The Shepherds’ Story” ...... 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m...... Tawes Hall programs. AIFS offers scholarships. * Open to the public. Questions? Call 301-687-4411. All information subject to change. Scholarships Available for Overseas Study In addition to taking financial aid FSU is committed to making all of its programs, services, and activities accessible to persons with disabilities. You may request accommodations through the ADA Compliance overseas, students may apply for a variety Office, 302 Hitchins, 301-687-4102, TDD 301-687-7955. of scholarships for study abroad programs. The CIE offers scholarships for all FSU programs in amounts of $500 and $1,000. The Next Chance You Some departments also offer scholarships. There are additional scholarships available Take May Be Your Last from study abroad organizations, such as