Feb. 17, 2004 Online Since 1996 Vol 78 No. 34

The Appalachian | News
Peacock chosen as new ASU chancellor
by Justin Boulmay
Staff Writer

University of North Carolina President Molly C. Broad announced her decision for chancellor Friday afternoon at the Board of Governors meeting.

“This morning, it is my great pleasure to recommend to you the election of Ken Peacock as chancellor of Appalachian State University,” Broad said to the BOG.

After the BOG unanimously voted to support her decision, Peacock and his wife, Rosanne, were escorted into the room where they were greeted with a standing ovation. Peacock took the podium and addressed the BOG.

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Stadium fiasco leaves students with questions
by Tiffany King
Staff Writer

Winter weather has kept physical plant workers busy over the past few weeks.

While sidewalks and main roads like Rivers Street have been plowed and treated frequently, parking lots like Stadium Lot were not given the same attention, leading to last Tuesday's car damage.

University Police officials feel that the ice slide last Tuesday could not have been prevented. Many students feel otherwise.

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Professors recognized with Excellence in Teaching awards
by Jennifer Schneider
Staff Writer

Three Appalachian professors received teaching awards from the University of North Carolina Board of Governors and Appalachian State University.

Department of English professor Dr. Thomas A. McGowan, associate professor in the department of marketing Dr. Eva M. Hyatt and associate professor in the department of finance Dr. Don R.

Cox are the 2003 Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching award winners.

“The award recognizes teachers from each of the 16 UNC universities,” Cox said.

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Campus construction: 70 projects underway
Peter Larkins | The Appalachian
A construction worker surveys the progress outside the University Bookstore annex. The project is one of several dozen on campus.
by Leslie Rasimas
Staff Writer

There are more than 70 construction projects on university property right now. Academic buildings undergo constant renovation, and students relocate from dorm to dorm to accommodate assembly schedules.

Sonja E. Brittain, senior finance and banking major, said she thinks too much construction at once makes the campus less attractive.

“It stinks that I’m not going to be able to enjoy anything under construction, even though part of my tuition goes to pay for it. Right now we don’t get to use half of our campus because there is stuff going on everywhere,” Brittain said.

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Western NC economy on the rise, index says
by Anna Oakes
Staff Writer

Western North Carolina’s economy is growing steadily, according to the Western North Carolina Economic Index and Report.
The monthly report, which is compiled at Appalachian State University, showed that regional economic activity increased 0.5 percent in December and has grown 3.2 percent in the past six months.

Appalachian professors Todd Cherry, John Dawson and Rich Crepeau authored the report. Cherry and Dawson teach economics and Crepeau teaches geography and planning.

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Icy campus creates problems
by Elizabeth Ashford
Staff Writer

Trudging to class in a foot of snow and trying to find parking is difficult for anyone on campus. But many have never thought of simpler, everyday tasks that could be difficult to do, like trying to see the crosswalk signal, getting a drink at the water fountain or trying to wheel over ice and snow.

Stacie D. Harris is a sophomore communication disorders major at Appalachian. She has also been legally blind since birth.

“I live in Newland, I cannot see the steps too well on the outside of the dorm so I often trip,” Harris said.

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Wedneday, Feb. 18

New look at WWII
University of Essex professor Jeremy M. Black will be lecturing on “World War Two Reconsidered” on Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. in room 106 in Whitener Hall. Call Michael Moore at 262-6004 for more information.

‘Women of Influence’ nominations due Feb. 18
Appalachian’s Women’s Center will be presenting its “Women of Influence” awards February 28. Nominations are now being accepted and will be until February 18.

Thursday, Feb. 19

Polar Plunge
The 6th Annual Polar Plunge is coming up Feb. 19. The event will be held at Duck Pond. Registration will be from 3-4:15 p.m. Costs will be $25 per plunger and $20 per groups of five or more. Prizes will be awarded for most extreme costume for male and female and top two fundraising groups. The plunge begins at 4:30 p.m.

AppolCorps recruitment
Applications are still being accepted for AppolCorps, who help incoming freshmen adjust to campus life. Over 100 students will be selected. For more information, visit the AppolCorps recruitment contact tables in Plemmons Student Union today from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. or visit the CSIL office in Room 219.

Friday, Feb. 20

Blood Drive
There will be a blood drive at Shoppes on the Parkway in Blowing Rock Feb. 20 from 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. On Feb. 25 students will have the opportunity to give blood at ASU from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please give the gift of life.

The Student Government Association is looking for students with a 2.25 GPA and have been a student of Appalachian State University since the fall semester to run for Student Government president or vice president. For more information, stop by the SGA office in Plemmons Student Union before Feb. 20 to pick up an informational packet.

GEAR UP applications due
High school students interested in attending the College Adventure Weekend April 2-4 should apply by today. The weekend introduces students to the college experience through hands-on learning experience in physical and psychological challenges. The event will be held at Camp Broadstone in Valle Crucis. For more information, call Harry Williams at 262-2060 or Susan McCracken at 262-3066.

Saturday, Feb. 21

ACT seeks volunteers
Appalachian & the Community Together are looking for volunteers to help out at the Watauga County Humane Society from 1-4 p.m. Those interested can sign up in the ACT office of Plemmons Student Union. For more information contact Megan Steinweg at js48581@appstate.edu.
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