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Trustees approve AFSCME 'NUPL8' is great for University funding, promoting Bronco spirit contract at Sept. meeting Faculty, staff, students and alumni will ally and a collector's version for display. At its Sept. 15 meeting, the WMU be able to put their Bronco spirit in over- • MICHIGAN • Orders for the regular plate will be taken Board ofT rustees approved a three-year drive through a new automobile license beginning Oct. 2. The West Main office labor agreement with Local 1668 of the plate program launched Sept. 26 in Lan- will have 100 collector plates available for American Federation of State, County sing by Michigan Secretary of State immediate purchase on Oct. 2 and will sell and Municipal Employees, Michigan Candice S. Miller. them until they are gone. AFSCME Council 25. The vote made WMU is one 15 Michigan universities to Western Michigan University This is the only time Bronco plates will official a tentative agreement reached have its own license plate through a new be available over the counter-with the by WMU and union representatives on state initiative that is designed to let Michi- exception of sales by Secretary of State Aug. 26. gan residents show pride in the school of off sales with a special promotion for the mobile offices, one of which will be selling Details of the agreement include mu- their choice and, at the same time, help WMU plate. both WMU and Central Michigan Uni- tually beneficial changes to the griev- that school raise additional revenue. University officials and area alumni will versity plates at the WMU/CMU football ance procedure, the disciplinary action The plates were unveiled in the Capitol be on hand at 9 a.m. that day to help kick contest in Mount Pleasant on Nov. II. process and the joint union-University rotunda Tuesday at a noon news confer- off sales. Five date-of-issue collector plates, Bronco motorists will pay an additional apprenticeship, training and education ence, which was attended by representa- dated and signed by WMU President Elson $35 over their annual registration fee for program. The agreement also contains tives of all 15 universities. Locally, Bronco S. Floyd, will be among the plates available the regular plate, with $25 of that fee going modest benefits enhancements. fans can get their first look at the WMU for purchase at that time. directly to the University's unrestricted The economic package includes 3.25 plate Monday, Oct. 2, when the West Two versions of the plate are available- fund. The plate can be renewed annually percent across the board wage increases a regular plate that may be renewed annu- Main Secretary of State branch office kicks ______continued on poge 3 in the first and second years of the agreement and a 3 percent wage in- crease in the third year. Additionally, each employee is scheduled to receive a HCOB laptops set campus computing pace lump sum bonus of $150 in the third Freshmen in the Haworth College of Business are getting an employers have been supporting our feeling that computers are a year of the agreement, and the pact also early introduction to the ubiquitous nature of computing and the crucial part of a business education. outlines additional pay increases for se- mantra of the modern business executive- .•e-mail and online "Will we ever require laptops for all of our students? I don't lected job classifications. access, anytime and anywhere." know. We are the first in this University to undertake an initiative As part of its efforts to prepare students to like this, and it's very much a learning experience. But so far, all New soccer fields purchased enter the digital business world, the Haworth indications are that this program will grow and expand." The University will acquire 52 acres College of Business this fall launched its Ubiq- Faculty members have been eager to participate in the program of land in Osh temo Township for soccer uitous ("Anytime, Anyplace") Computing as well, according to the dean, and Schmotter has led the way, fields to replace its current soccer facil- Laptop Initiative, which incorporates com- tossing his own Business Enterprise course into the ubiquitous ity on the Lee Baker Farm, where the puters into the learning experience. Orga- computing mix. Schmotter teaches about 350 students in the University's Business Technology and nized in conjunction with the Office of Infor- course, some 40 percent of whom own laptops. Research Park is being developed. mation Technology, the initiative is the first In preparation for ubiquitous computing, Schmotter took his laptop program to be implemented at the course paperless in 1999. Students retrieve information about Acting at their Sept. 15 meeting, Schmotter University trustees approved the pur- University. assignments from a Web site, all quizzes and tests are taken online, chase of the parcel located along Ninth Entering freshmen learned in June of the initiative and were Schmotter answers out-of-c1ass questions via e-mail and student Street between KL Avenue and West strongly encouraged by Haworth officials to purchase a laptop teams meet in cyberspace to hash out class projects. Beginning this Main Street. The purchase price for the computer through a special agreement with Dell Computer Corp. semester, freshmen are logging on for other activities, too, such as parcel, which currently is being used for About 250 of more than 800 entering freshmen bought laptops researching projects or watching a video stream of a recent campus agriculture, is $500,250. configured especially for the college's programs, and officials speaker-required viewing for the Business Enterprise class. With "As you are aware, the Business Tech- estimate that hundreds more are using computers or laptops the exception of the textbook, every aspect of the course is digital. nology and Research Park will ultimately purchased through other sources. "Once they get used to it, the students love the paperless encompass the existing soccer fields," Three classrooms in Schneider Hall have been configured as approach," Schmotter says. "There's less lecturing in the class and said Robert Beam, WMU vice president wireless hubs, and two others serve as wired portals. Business more interaction, and, thanks to e-mail, I have the opportunity to for business and finance, in presenting students also can access wired or wireless connections in the get to know the students better. We are putting a greater respon- the proposal to the board. "For some computer lab, the student cafe, study areas and Waldo Library as sibility on the students to become active, engaged learners." time, we've been looking for flat areas well as the Bernhard Center and residence hall rooms, which have Are students placed in the ubiquitous computing sections who on the west side of Kalamazoo and the been wired for Internet access for several years. don't have laptops at a serious disadvantage to those who do? opportunity to purchase this parcel re- Students are using the laptops in ubiquitous computing sections Schmotter doesn't think so, and neither does Jo Cornell, an cently popped up." of three entry-level courses, including Business Enterprise, Infor- academic career specialist and Informational Writing instructor. Beam said the current owners agreed mational Writing and Introduction to Information Processing. "The students in the ubiquitous computing sections who don't tosell43.5 acres of the land to WMU for "We've been thrilled with the response to this initiative from all have laptops won't necessarily get the direct, hands-on experience $11,500 per acre - a total of $500,250 of our stakeholders, including students, faculty and employers," in the classroom," says Cornell, "but they definitely are on the - and donate the remaining 8. 71 acres, says James W. Schmotter, dean of the college. "We are committed cutting edge because they are seeing what's possible." which have been valued at $100,165. to preparing our students to excel in the business world, and In her ubiquitous computing section of Informational Writing, only three students of 23 don't have laptops. Cornell is taking her students online almost every day, primarily focusing on research. "Rather than just setting them free to go up to their rooms and surf the Net, I'm right there to give them tips as they're searching," WHO'S COUNTING?- says Cornell, who also troops students from her traditional courses These WMU fans were to the computer labs several times each semester. "In doing focused on being "Number 1" research on the Web, you have to be careful that the information in the Broncos' Sept. 16 season is valid, so we talk a lot about how to choose the best sources. It's football opener against Indiana nice not to have to wait for your class' turn at the computer lab in State University, but for order to address these issues." UniversityoffiCials, the big With the implementation of the initiative has come increased number that night was 36,361. That's the number of fans who demand for technical support. Ralph Yingling, director of business packed into Walda Stadium for computing services, is heading the ubiquitous computing project the CommUniverCity night together with Kelly Penskar, project lead for information technol- celebration. The crowd set a ogy development. Mid'American Conference "The up-front planning for this project was quite extensive, and single-game attendance record that preparation has helped us to avoid any major snags so far," while it watched the Broncos Yingling says. "Between June and the start of classes in August, I rack up a 56·0 win. was fielding questions from students and parents nearly every day. IPhota by John Lackol Things are starting to slow down a bit now, and everyone has settled in amazingly well." User education is the biggest technological challenge, according to Yingling, and the college implemented a number of programs to teach students and faculty members about their machines, includ- ing workshops on "The Care and Feeding of Your Laptop." Weaver tapped by NCTE Community's non-athletes have special role Constance Weaver, English, has been named chairperson of Support for the in 2000 Homecoming Campus Classic plans Learning and run The 2000 Campus Classic is not just for Volunteers are needed to act as course Teach ing of En- runners. marshals, finish-line reporters, tailgate set- glish, a standing ORwalk In fact, there's a slew of opportunities for up team members, and tailgate and race committee of the The 2000 Homecoming Campus Classic the less athletic to serve as volunteers. tear-down team members. Race volunteers National Council of The 2000 Campus Classic, to be held should be available from 7 a.m. until the Teachers of English. Saturday, Oct. 21, during Homecoming, conclusion of the race at approximately 11 Weaver began serv- will feature a 5K race, 5K walk, 1K kids' fun a.m. Tear-down teams for the race will be ing her one-year run and a lK fun walk. Volunteers are needed from 9 a.m. until approximately term this month. Weaver needed to help run the events, which last noon. Those tearing down the tailgate As an arm of the year attracted more than 800 participants. event will be needed until approximately NCTE, SLATE seeks to influence pub- "If you're not ready to run or are looking 2 p.m. lic attitudes and policy decisions affect- for a great activity for your group or family, Volunteers should be 15 or older, but ing the teaching of English arts at local, we invite you to volunteer," says Marie families with younger children are wel- state and national levels. The commit- Lee, university relations, who is one of the come if an adult is present. A pre-race tee also serves as NCTE's Intellectual volunteer coordinators for the race. orientation meeting will be held for the Freedom Network, providing help for For working the event, volunteers will volunteers the week preceding the race to censorship challenges, conducting work- receive a free long-sleeve race T -shirt, con- explain the tasks for each volunteer posi- shops and sponsoring awards to recog- tinental breakfast before the race, a free tion. nize efforts that advance intellectual ticket to the pre-game tailgate party at Interested persons can register to volun- freedom. Hyames Field and an opportunity to win teer for the 2000 Campus Classic by call- Registration deadline is Oct. 13 door prizes, including two round-trip air- ing the Office of University Relations at 7- Watch for registration forms in your mailbox, line tickets to anywhere in the continental 8400 to request a form. They also can Hanley elected to exec board or register online at . United States. register online at . Call 7-8402 for more information. of national professional group John (Mick) Hanley, chairperson of speech pathology and audiology, was recently elected to the executive board Annual Family Festival of the Council of Academic Pro- grams in Commu- weekend Sept. 29-0(t. 1 nication Sciences and Disorders. Spending quality time with the family will be high on the agenda for Hanley, a WMU those attending the annual Family Festival from Friday, Sept. 29, faculty member through Sunday, Oct. 1. Hanley since 1980, is serv- The event, which is for WMU students and their parents, guardians, ing a one-year term as president-elect of family members and friends, involves whole families in college life the organization. Subsequently, he will during a weekend of activities. It is being sponsored this year by the serve one year as president and one year WMU Parents Association and the Office of Student Activities and as past president. Leadership Programs in the Division of Student Affairs. The council is comprised of 301 pro- "The weekend gives families and friends a chance to spend time gram members-249 at the graduate together while sharing some of the experiences that make WMU a level and 52 at the undergraduate level special place for learning and personal growth," says Diane K. Swartz, only. Its mission is to enhance the qual- dean of students and associate vice president for student affairs. ity of all aspects of education in commu- Family Festival officially begins Friday evening with opportunities to nication sciences and disorders. enjoy a variety of entertainment and athletic events on campus and around town, including a performance by the Boehmer Family Jugglers at 8 p.m. in the Student Recreation Center or the production of "The PSSO awards fall scholarships Scarlet Pimpernel" at 8 p.m. in Miller Auditorium. Three members of the Professional Saturday's activities include campus tours from I to 3 p.m. starting at Support Staff Organization have re- the Bernhard Center. In addition, Parents Association members and ceived scholarships from the organiza- their families are invited to attend a tailgate from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 tion to attend WMU for the fall semes- p.m. at Hyames Field prior to the 1 p.m. football game between WMU ter. and Ohio University. The PSSO recipients are: Kathy President Elson S. Floyd and other WMU dignitaries and staff mem- Mitchell, science studies; Janet G. bers will be at the tailgate to meet with families. Performances by the Liebendorfer, accountancy; and Kathryn KABOOM- WMU Marching Band, Cheer Team and Dance Team will be part of the This closing round of fireworks, pictured over the Waldo A. Wright, mathematics and statistics. entertainment. Stadium scoreboard, was icing on the cake Sept. 16 as PSSO offers scholarships for under- Bronco fans celebrated a 56-0 victory over Indiana State and No specific activities have been scheduled for Sunday, giving students graduate study at the University during a new attendance record during the CommUniverCify and their families time to explore campus or engage in other activities the fall and winter semesters in amounts celebration (Photo by John Lacko I of their choosing, such as visiting the Student Recreation Center. tailored to the employees' needs. Wanted-SWF expert on graph theory seeks Kreager to lead CEDRS Kathy Kreager, long associated with meaningful relationship with NYC reporter the Employee Assistance Program, is moving on to a new opportunity for Want to find someone to talk knowl- much easier to use. serving campus employees. Kreager will edgeably about graph theory, carcinogens, We expect it to be managing the Campus Employee Dis- volume 27 tribology or any of hundreds of other top- generate even number 3 pute Resolution Services. estern ics? greater results." CEDRS is a new program that pro- NEWS The new printed Look no further than the latest edition of vides mediation services to help em- version of the the WMU Experts Guide. ployees find agreeable solutions to dis- EDITOR:Cheryl P.Roland. CONTRIBUTORS:Jeonne Boron. Jessica With listings for more than 400 campus WMU Experts English, Marie E. Lee, Thomas A. Myers and Mark E. Schwerin. putes in a nonthreatening and blame- Guide includes GRAPHIC DESIGN: Neil Simon. faculty and staff members, the second edi- free environment. Kreager was involved tion of the WMU Experts Guide is now more than 700 en- WESTERN NEWS (USPS362·2101 is published by the Office of in developing CEDRS and brings her University Relations, Wolwood Hall, Western Michigan University, tries in 12 catego- available from the Office of University profeSSional expertise in dispute resolu- 1903 W. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo, MI4900B·5433, every other Relations. By late this semester, a key- ries. The guide is week when classes are in session. Periodicals postage paid 01 tion and mediation to the program. Kolomozoo, MI 49008·5165. word-searchable online version will be up based on faculty and running as well. and staff surveys conducted last year and POSTMASTER:Sendaddress changes to Western News, Office of Portage reappoints Strazdas University Relations, Western Michigan University, 1903 W. Michi· The guide is designed to provide assis- updates received from faculty and staff gon Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008·5433. tance to members of the local, regional members who were listed in the University's to lead its planning efforts WESTERNNEWS is distributed without charge to faculty and stoff and national media who need reliable previous guide, which was published in Peter J. Strazdas, manager of mainte- members, retirees and friends of the University, and is available at several campus locations. Many of the articles also are available sources of information on a wide variety of 1997. nance services, was re-elected this sum- online at www.wmich.edu/wmu/news. topics. The guide also goes to key legisla- Later this semester, an online database mer to a second term as chairperson of DEADLINE:Itemsto be considered for publication should be submit· tors, opinion leaders, local service clubs will be launched at . It will provide the latest Strazdas, who was first appointed a preceding the publication date. Fall 2000 publication dates are: Aug. 31. Sept. 14. Sepl. 28, Ocl. 12, Oct. 26. Nov. 9 and Nov. showing the resources that are available at information available on the guide's ex- member of the commission by the Por- 30. Items may be submitted by moil, fox 1387·84221 or e·moil WMU. perts and will be updated frequently. tage City Council in 1994, has served as ([email protected]. "The Experts Guide has been one of our Marie Lee, university relations, coordi- chairperson since 1998. OFFICES that receive too many copies - or too few copies - are key tools for spreading the word about the nated efforts for both the print version of He also is serving his second term as asked to call 387·8400. WMU is on equal opportunity/employer/ affirmative action institution. expertise our faculty and staffhave to share, the experts guide and development of the chairperson of the Michigan Construc- and it has resulted in hundreds of national online database. tion Safety Standards Commission. He media placements," says Matt Kurz, associ- To request a copy of the WMU Experts was first appointed to that group by WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY ate vice president for university relations. Guide, contact the Office of University Gov. John Engler in 1994 and re-ap- 2 'This new edition is more complete and Relations at 7-8400. pointed in 1996 and 1999. Jobs

The following list of vacancies is cur- On Campus wilhAlonzoWilson rently being posted through the Job Opportunity Program by employment In 1994, Alonzo Wilson was a sergeant in the U.S. Air Force stationed in Little services in the Department of Human Rock, Ark. Having iust finished his bachelor's degree in computer applications Resources. Interested benefits-eligible at Arkansas State University and after seven years in service to his country, Wilson knew it was time to move on. He had family in Southwest Michigan, and employees should submit a job opportu- a job as a systemscoordinator at WMU's Miller Auditorium caught his eye. "The nity transfer application during the post- Air Force and I served each other well, bUll was excited to be moving on to a ing period, and may contact an employ- university community: he says. "It's a place where you're always encouraged ment services staff member for assis- to learn and grow." After taking the Miller Auditorium post, Wilson grew into a tance in securing these positions. new position as a systemsadministrator in the Office of Student Financial Aid ond Employees may call the Applicant In- Scholarships. After nearly five years in that office, he moved lasl May to his formation Service at 7-3669 to hear the current post as network manager for Physical Plant and its 449 employees. "If weekly Job Opportunity Program there's one thing I can say about this job, it's definitely a challenge," he asserts. postings, seven days a week, 24 hours a "I love the opportunity I have here to develop an in-depth knowledge of the day from a Touch Tone phone. Novell networking software, and I really appreciate being able to make my own Grade 10 clerical positions are not decisions and run with them." Along with his professional growth, Wilson is required to be posted. For persons inter- taking advantage of one of the University's most valuable perks-education. ested in faculty positions, there are open- He's doing graduate work at Ihe Haworth College of Businessand is slated to ings in selected fields. A letter of appli- earn his MBA in the summer of 2001. And when he's not working or studying, cation should be submitted to the ap- he's exercising or spending time with his family: his wife Latonia, who works on propriate dean or chairperson. campus in the Lewis Walker Institutefor Race and Ethnic Relations, and their 3- Please call the Applicant Information year-old daughter and 9-year old son. "With 15 brothers and sistersof my own, Service at 7-3669 for up-to-date infor- HE'S GOT HIS OWN SYSTEM I've learned a real sense of appreciation for the value of family." mation on the Job Opportunity Pro- (Photo gram and vacancies available to exter- by Neil Rankinl nal applicants. (N) Director of Information Tech- nology Customer Satisfaction, 22, Of- Human resources fice of Information Technology, 00/01- 2000, 9/26-10/2/00 Savings Bonds drive set to enrollment, all the necessary forms and Change made in student (N) Director of Systems and Opera- instructions are available at the Benefits continue through Oct. 6 employment SO16 procedures tions, 22, Office of Information Tech- Office, 1310 Seibert. nology, 00/01-2001, 9/26-10/2/00 Are you still thinking about enrolling in Departments hiring student employees (R) Parking Enforcement Officer, the University's payroll deduction plan for should now send their completed S016 Performance management 10, Public Safety, 00/01-2002, 9/26-10/ U.S. Savings Bonds? It's not too late-the forms to the Department of Human Re- 2/00 drive continues through Oct. 6. training sessions offered sources Information Systems. Previously, (R) Custodian (third shift), M1/M2, If you haven't considered enrolling be- Due to continuing requests for training, S016 cards were sent directly to the Payroll Physical Plant-Building Custodial and fore, you may want to check out the new I human resources is offering two more per- Office. Support Services, 00/01-2003, 9/26-10/ Bonds being offered. I Bonds are gaining formance management training sessions. Due to changes resulting from the 02/00 popularity because they protect your sav- The new sessions are set for 8 a.m. to PeopleSoft upgrade, those cards must be (R) Utility Food Worker (FTE .65; ings from inflation. I Bonds have two parts noon Tuesday, Oct. 3, in 157 Bernhard first received and entered into PeopleSoft 37.50 hours per week), FO/F1, Dining to their total earnings rate: a fixed interest Center and 1 to5p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4, by HRIS before student employees can be Services, 00/01-2004, 9/26-10/2/00 rate and an inflation-adjusted rate, which in the Brown and Gold Room of the paid. Questions regarding the status of (R) Utility Food Worker (FTE .65; is calculated twice a year. Your investment Bernhard Center. student employment paperwork can be ad- 37.50 hours per week), FO/Fl, Dining guarantees you returns over and above the These two sessions are being offered on a dressed to HRIS at 7-3622. Questions re- Services, 00/01-2005, 9/26-10/2/00 rate of inflation for up to 30 years. Of walk-in basis and will be limited to the first garding such issues as hours worked and (R) Utility Food Worker (FTE .65; course, the traditional EE Bonds also are 25 employees to arrive. pay, should still be directed to payroll. 37.50 hours per week), FO/F1, Dining available. Both 1Bonds and EE Bonds offer Services, 00/01- 2006, 9/26-10/2/00 attractive tax benefits, as well. (R) Utility Food Worker (FTE .65; Want to find out more? Visit the U.S. 'On campus' ideas sought Changes told, nominations 37.50 hours per week), FO/F1, Dining Savings Bonds Web site at Hoping to see your favorite colleague Services, 00/01- 2007, 9/26-10/2/00 for the latest featured in "On Campus?" announced for staff awards (R) Utility Food Worker (FTE .65; news about savings bonds and information The names of subjects for the most Two significant changes have been made 37.50 hours per week), FO/F1, Dining about current interest rates. The site is widely-read part of the WestemNewscome to the Staff Service Excellence Awards Services, 00/01-2008, 9/26-10/2/00 packed with great information and is very from across the campus. Send the names of program. user friendly. staff members you'd like to read about to Beginning this fiscal year, a staff member N=New A small quartz desk clock with the U.S. Cheryl Roland, university relations, at must first win a semiannual award to be R =Replacement Savings Bonds logo will be given to the . eligible for an annual award. Semiannual WMU is an EO/AA employer. first 75 employees to enroll in the savings awards are made in the fall and winter, and bonds payroll deduction plan during the Committee seeks faculty up to 12 winners may be selected to receive Exchange drive. To enroll, complete the enrollment a $100 prize. The winners of those semian- card sent to you Sept. 18, or call Kitty scholar nominations nual awards will be the only employees Scheffers, human resources, at 7-3654 to eligible to win an annual award-with a The Distinguished Faculty Scholar Com- FOR SALE-Automatic shift bike, $1,000 prize-in the spring. obtain a new enrollment card. mittee is seeking nominations for the 2000- new, $100; Nordic Track, $50; Christ- Prize amounts also are being adjusted so 01 Distinguished Faculty Scholar awards. mas tree, artificial Douglas Fir, $20; tha t winners rece ive $100 for a sem iannua I Open enrollment period for The deadline for nomination is Jan. 12. contact Sue Barnette at 7-3172 days, award or $1,000 for an annual award, after Up to three awards may be made each year. 323-1931 evenings, or bye-mail at health coverage under way taxes, instead of before taxes. Those honored during this cycle will be . Benefits-eligible employees with health Now, it is more important than ever to announced at the next convocation. Each plan coverage have an opportunity to switch nominate outstanding University employ- winner will receive a $2,000 honorarium, FOR SALE-'88 Chrysler Lebaron health plans or add eligible dependents to ees for awards. Tell the rest of the Univer- which becomes part of the recipient's base convertible, two-door, white with black their coverage during open enrollment, sity community about those fine cowork- salary; a plaque; and an opportunity to top. One owner. Great condition. Fully which continues through Friday, Oct. 6. ers-who often go unnoticed-and let . present a lecture, exhibition or perfor- maintained. Stick-shift, AM/FM ste- Four health plans are currently offered: them be publicly recognized for their ex- mance for the University community. reo, cassette system. 191,000 highway the University Plan-Blue Cross, Blue cellence. All current, continuing board-appointed miles. 32-35 mpg. Asking price, $3,500. Shield of Michigan; Blue Care Network; The fall 2000 semiannual Staff Service persons with faculty rank are eligible, in- Call (616) 429-4821. Alliance Health & Life Company; and Excellence Awards program is seeking cluding part-time as well as full-time fac- Physicians Health Plan. Retirees and their nominations of non-faculty staff members ulty. They must have at least seven aca- surviving spouses with coverage also may for consideration. The SSEA program is demic years of service to WMU prior to elect to make changes during open enroll- designed to recognize University person- License plate nomination. No individual may receive continued from page 1 _ ment. nel who perform in true service excellence, the award more than once. Selecting the best coverage to meet your far out-performing normal job expectations. for $10 in addition to the vehicle registra- The awards are based on outstanding needs-and those of your family-is a very All semiannual nominations will be con- tion fee. That $10 fee will go directly to professional achievements. The accom- personal decision. Employees should keep sidered solely on the basis of the nomina- WMU. The collector's version of the plate plishments may be artistic, historical, lit- in mind that employee contributions for tion content. Nominations should include ::E: is available for a one-time fee of $35, with erary, philosophical, scientific or techni- dependent coverage under all the health as much detail as possible to describe the ~ $25 going to the University. cal. Wide recognition beyond WMU is plans are increasing effective Oct. 30. The excellence exhibited by the nominee. ~ Those ordering either version of the essential. The award will be based on body new rates were shown on a recent mailing Nominations may be submitted through z plates may do so through any Secretary of of achievement rather than a particular to employees from Richard Schaper, ben- Oct. 13 to Kitty Scheffers, human resources, ~ State branch office, beginning Oct. 2. piece of work and a substantial part of the efits manager in human resources. by sending a memo or bye-mail to u> Plates will be mailed directly to the cus- work must have been accomplished as a Representatives from health plan carri- , or by using tomer. They are available with a "dis- WMU faculty member. :3 ers will be available to meet with employ- a nOluination form that can be obtained ~ abled" designation, and they also can be Guidelines and nomination forms are 0:> ees to answer questions and help compare from human resources by calling 7...3620. ~ personalized with no more than five let- being distributed on campus. For more plans from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. Winners for the fall 2000 semiannual round .00'" ters, numbers or spaces for an additional information about the process, contact o 3, and Wednesday, Oct. 4, in 205 Bernhard will be announced in November. o'" $30 personalization fee. Ernst A. Breisach, emeritus in history and o Center. Please stop by at you~ convenience. Staff members at each university partici- chair of the selection committee, at If you want to make a change during open pated in the design process. 7-4590 or . 3 Environmental chemistry will Around the Campus draw researchers to campus More than 130 researchers who study Keystone sponsors series Business exec speaks on Asia Four New Issues poets to read environmental topics ranging from aquatics to the atmosphere will con- The University and Keystone Com- Larry Iwan, vice president of engine com- Four poets recently published by New vene at WMU Friday through Sunday, munity Bank have forged a new partner- ponent operations/worldwide at Eaton Issues Press will be on campus tonight to Oct. 6 through 8. ship to continue a business speakers Corp., will speak on campus today. present readings from their work. The 23rd annual Midwest Environ- series in 2000-01. Iwan will present his talk, "Serving In- Joseph Featherstone, Josie Kearns, Phillip mental Chemistry Workshop will be The Keystone Community Bank dustrial Markets in Asia: May You Live in Sterling and Robert VanderMolen will read held at the Fetzer Center and draw Breakfast Series at the Haworth College Interesting Times," at 4 p.m. in 1120 from their work at 8:30p.m. in3508 Knauss participants from such diverse fields as of Business features WMU faculty and Schneider Hall. His address is part of the Hall. A reception will follow in the Knauss chemistry, civil engineering, biology, alumni speaking about their research Global Business Lecture Series sponsored Hall lobby, and books by the poets will be geosciences and science education. and teaching on a variety of timely busi- by the Haworth College of Business and its available for sale by New Issues Press. The This is the first time WMU has acted as ness issues. All presentations take place Asian/Pacific Education Program. readings are sponsored by the Department host to the conference. from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. and are free and of English. "There is really an awful lot of envi- open to the public. ronmental focus in the sciences here at The series will open tomorrow with a Child care public policy is topic Diversity, technology will be Western Michigan University," says talk on "Microsoft and Antitrust Law in An economist known for integrating eco- Steven B. Bertman, chemistry, who is the 21st Century" by Norman Hawker, addressed by visiting scholar nomic thought with responsible social the coordinator for the conference. "We finance and commercial law . To reserve The impact that diversity and technol- policy will examine child care policy in a are looking forward to showcasing what a seat, call 7-2050. ogy will have on organizations in the 21st presentation on campus Wednesday, century will be explored by a visiting scholar we have going on here, and also talking Speaker to focus on leaders Oct. 1l. Monday, Oct. 2. about new work and issues in the envi- Barbara R. Bergmann, professor emerita Brenda J. Allen, associate chairperson ronmental fields." Changing leadership development of economics at both the University of and associate professor in the Department More than 80 papers will be pre- programs to reflect society's demands Maryland and American University, will of Communication at the University of sented, either in oral or poster formats, that today's corporate leaders pursue speak on the topic of "Thinking About Colorado at Boulder, will visit the campus on such topics as aquatic photochemis- civic responsibility as well as profit will Child Care Policy" atJ p.m. in3508 Knauss as part of the Visiting Scholars and Artists try, biosphere and atmosphere interac- be the topic of a Tuesday, Oct. 3, cam- Hall. Her presentation is part of the ongo- Program. tions, atmospheric chemistry, organic pus talk. ing Werner Sichel Lecture Seminar Series Allen, whose research focuses on work- toxins and pollutants, bioenvironmen- Nicholas A. Andreadis, counselor edu- on "The Economics of Work and Family" place diversity and computer-mediated tal chemistry, and environmental, or cation and counseling psychology, will and is free and open to the public. communication, is a leading scholar in "green," technology. Among the par- address "Leadership for Civil Society: organizational communication. She will ticipants and attendees expected are Implications for Leadership Develop- present a public lecture on "Organizational representatives from Midwestern U.S. ment," at 7 p.m. in 204 Bernhard Cen- Fiction writer to appear Oct. 5 Communication in the 21st Century," at and Canadian universities, the U.S. Award-winning fiction writer Peter Ho ter. Geological Survey, the Michigan De- Davies will present a reading of his work on Sponsored by the Center for the Study partment of Environmental Quality, campus Thursday, Oct. 5. of Ethics in Society, the presentation is and industry and business. Davies, who is on faculty at the Univer- For more details on many of these events, part of the center's annual lecture series. The workshop will feature six ses- sity of Michigan, will read from his work at check out the News page on the WMU Web Andreadis is a former vice president sions running consecutively over two 8:30 p.m. in 3508 Knauss Hall. A recep- site at . for global leadership development at days. Each session will feature an open- tion will follow in the Knauss Hall lobby. Pharmacia Corp. ing presentation by an invited speaker, followed by other oral presentations. A poster session and reception will be held Saturday evening. "This workshop's program really Calendar bridges traditional disciplinary barri- The master calendar maintained by the Office of University Relations for use in Western News is available through WMU's home page on the World Wide ers," says Bertman. "It allows people Web. Select WMU News and then look for Calendar of Events. You can also link directly to the calendar at . with diverse backgrounds to find com- SEPTEMBER mon ground and make new collabora- tive ties with their colleagues." 9.28 Thursday *Guest artist recital, Miri Ben-Ari, jazz violinist, Dalton Center A special tribute will be paid to Welcome reception for Marie F. Gates, director, Bronson School of Recital Hall, 8 p.m. WMU's Susan Burns, chemistry, at the Nursing, Fetzer Center, 4-6 p.m. 10.7 Saturday opening of the workshop Saturday. *"The Scarlet Pimpernel" (through Oct. 1), Miller Auditorium: 7:30p.m. *Volleyball vs. Kent State, University Arena, 7 p.m. Burns, who was coordinating the work- Thursday, Sept. 28; 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Sept. 29-30; *Performance,"Veriovka Ukranian National Dance Company," shop with Bertman, died last year. and 2 p.m., aturday and Sunday, Sept. 30-0ct. I. Miller Auditorium, 8 p.m. Registration fees for the workshop Readings by poets Joseph Featherstone, Josie Kearns, Phillip Sterling and are $45. Registration information can 10.8 Sunday Robert VanderMolen, 3508 Knauss Hall, 8:30 p.m.; reception follows. be obtained by contacting Diana Concert, "International Romantic Concert," guest pianist David Gross, Newman, chemistry, at 7-4935. 9.29 Friday University Symphony Orchestra, Miller Auditorium, 3 p.m. Mathematics and statistics lecture, "Calculus Before Calculus," Bob Women's soccer vs. Buffalo, WMU Soccer Complex, 11 a.m. Rogers, SUNY -Fredonia, Alavi Commons Room, Everett Tower, 4 p.m. Estimated 2000-01 budget Men's soccer vs. Wisconsin-Green Bay, WMU Soccer Complex, 2 p.m. Women's soccer vs. Toledo, WMU Soccer Complex, 4 p.m. approved by WMU board Recital, Florida State Brass Quintet, Dalton Center Recital Hall, 8 p.m. *Hockey, Brown and Gold Scrimmage, Lawson Arena, 7 p.m. The Board of Trustees on Sept. 15 10.9 Monday·Columbus Day approved an estimated 2000-01 gen- 9.30 Saturday Exhibition, "Found Object Sculpture Demonstration," artist Charlie *Football vs. Ohio University, Family Fest, Waldo Stadium, 1 p.m. eral fund budget of $226,444,022 for Lucas, 1103, Sangren Hall, 1-3:50 p.m.; reception, Gallery II, 4-6 p.m. the current fiscal year, a 7.1 percent OCTOBER Exhibition (through Oct. 13), "It's a Steal," Sculpture Group Show, increase over last year's estimated bud- 10.2 Rotunda and South Galleries, East Hall; reception, Friday, Oct. 13,5-7 get. Men's soccer vs. Wisconsin-Milwaukee, WMU Soccet Complex, 1 p.m. p.m. The new budget for the fiscal year that began July 1 includes $123.8 mil- 10.2 Monday Faculty recital, soprano Karen Wicklund, music, Dalton Center Recital lion in state appropriations and $98.1 Exhibitions (through Oct. 6), "Textures in Paint," Rotunda Gallery, East Hall, 8 p.m. million in tuition revenue. State ap- Hall, and "Figure Study," South Gallery, East Hall; reception, Friday, Oct. 10.10 Tuesday propriations increased by 6.3 percent· 6,5-7 p.m. Western String Festival, WMU School of Music, Miller Auditorium, while tuition rates rose 3.8 percent. 10.3 Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Budget figures show WMU will spend Exhibitions (through Oct. 24), "The Tiger Looking In," by Alabama artist 10.11 Wednesday nearly $8.9 million more for faculty and Thornton Dial, and "The Little Shepherd and His Dinosaur World" by National Coming Out Day activities: faculty/staff panel discussion, Fac- staff compensation than it estimated artist Charlie Lucas, Gallery II, Sangren Hall, weekdays 10 a.m.-5 p.m. ulty Dining Room, Bernhard Center, noon; information and open mike for last year. In addition, the cost of Ethics lecture, "Leadership for Civil Society: Implications for Leadership fair, Promenade (between Sangren and Lee Honors College), 3 p.m. library acquisitions is expected to rise Development," Nicholas Andreadis, counseling education and counsel- by 8 percent, utilities by 6 percent, Men's soccer vs. Bowling Green, WMU Soccer Complex, 3 p.m. ing psychology, 204 Bernhard Center, 7 p.m. student financial aid by 6 percent and 10.4 Wednesday Werner Sichel Lecture-Seminar Series, "Thinking About Child Care equipment by 2 percent. *Guest artist recital, jazz vocalist Cathy Segal-Garcia, Dalton Center Policy," Barbara R. Bergmann, professor emerita of economics, Univer- The University also will allocate an Recital Hall, 8 p.m. sity of Maryland and American University, 3508 Knauss Hall, 3 p.m. additional $1.5 million to fund dis- Slide lecture, "Thornton Dial: Remembering the Road," by Richmond, tance education, $500,000 for addi- Men's soccer vs. Michigan, WMU Soccer Complex, 3 p.m. Va., art historian Robert Carlton Hobbs, 1213 Sangren Hall, 7 p.m. tional part-time faculty and $326,000 10.5 Thursday for continuing education programming. *Concert, University Jazz Orchestra, guest vocalists Jamie Jordan and 10.12 Thursday Jennifer Scovell, Dalton Center Recital Hall, 8 p.m. Meeting, Faculty Senate, Fetzer Center,S p.m.

Reading, Peter Ho Davies, 3508 Knauss Hall, 8:30 p.m.; reception follows. Meeting, WOW-GLBT employee group, Emeriti Room, Walwood Hall, 5:30 p.m. 10.6 Friday 23rd Annual Midwest Environmental Chemistry Workshop (through Meeting, GLBT alumni group, Emeriti Room, Walwood Hall, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 8), Fetzer Center. *University Theatre production (through Oct. 21), "Into the Woods," Shaw Theatre: Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 12-14, and Oct. 19-21,8 p.m.; *Volleyball vs. Bowling Green, University Arena, 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 15,2 p.m.) *Hockey vs. Waterloo (exhibition), Lawson Arena, 7 p.m. 4 •Admission charged