“Pilgrimage of Place – The Pacolet Community” Exhibit
An exhibition of black and white photography will be held at the USC Upstate Gallery from January 13 through February 10. The exhibit “Pilgrimage of Place – The Pacolet Community” is based on the theory that making people aware of the importance of their own lives in the community will foster economic vitality. There will also be a panel discussion on Thursday, January 19 at 5:00 p.m. in HPAC where the photographers and participants will convene in a panel format. For more information, e-mail Jane Nodine or call her at ext. 5838.

“An Evening with General Daniel Morgan”
As part of the celebration of the 225th anniversary of the Battle of Cowpens, the Spartanburg County Public Libraries Headquarters Library will present “An Evening with General Daniel Morgan” on Tuesday, January 17 at 7:00 p.m. General Morgan, the commanding officer of the Patriot forces at Cowpens, is portrayed by skilled re-enactor D'oyle Moore. The program is free and the public is invited. Moore is dressed in garb of the time and carries the same equipment and weapons that Morgan used. The play will focus on the soldier's life and especially his amazing role in the American Revolution. A veteran of the French and Indian War, Morgan held several commands in the Continental Army and was a pivotal force in the battles of Saratoga in New York and of Cowpens in South Carolina.

Keeping the Dream Alive: 2006 MLK Celebration
Nationally-known speaker, Joe Rogers, will deliver a powerful message to help us reflect and remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Tuesday, January 17 at 7:00 p.m. in HPAC Theatre. This event is free for any students, faculty, staff or community members.

CARS Mini-Grant Submission Deadline Draws Near 
The deadline for submission of Creative Activities, Research, and Scholarship Mini-Grants (CARS Mini-Grants) for the Spring, Maymester, and Summer I terms is Wednesday, January 18. After that time applications will be accepted until funds are expended. Students can apply for up to $300 ($2400.00 over the course of their career!) each semester in this program.

The deadline for submission of abstracts to present at the upcoming “Upstate Research Symposium,” to be held Friday, April  21 in the Campus Readiness Center, is February 15. Abstract submission will be via the web. Faculty and students at any stage in the pursuit of their research/scholarship/creative activity (initiation through completed works or overviews of their scholarship) are encouraged to either present a 12 -15 min. talk or to present a paper. Students are encouraged to submit posters on their projects but may also apply to give a talk. Please help us make this another showcase event and to show the people in the Upstate metropolitan area what we are doing on campus.

“Women In…” Brownbag Lunch Discussion Series
The USC Upstate Women’s Center is sponsoring a brownbag lunch series during the spring semester to draw attention to women’s roles around the world. The first lunch will be held on Friday, January 20 at 11:00 a.m. in Hodge 155 and will focus on women in the southern United States. The discussion will be led by Dr. Alice Henderson, Professor Emeritus, History. Other lunch dates will focus on women in Pakistan, India, Korea, Cambodia as well as women in sports and the arts.

USC Upstate’s First Wedding Sampler
Planning on getting married but don’t have the time to plan? Let Judy Srock, director of special events, and Linda Farmer, catering manager, take some of the stress out of your big day. They’ll plan your reception, from catering to flowers, DJ to wedding cake. At the Wedding Sampler on Sunday,January 22 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the CLC Ballroom, meet these ladies who can give you the details on having a fabulous reception right here at the university. Please RSVP for this free event through the Wedding Sampler web site.

“My Soul is a Witness”
This powerful stage play, set in the Civil Rights period, allows us to witness the intense struggles, feelings and issues of this monumental era. This free play is open to all students, faculty, staff and community members and will be performed on Wednesday, January 25 at 7:00 p.m. in HPAC Theatre.

Civil Rights Today
Now that you had a chance to see what our history was like, let’s discuss what our progress has been and what it will be in the future. Join us for a lively discussion on Thursday, January 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the CLC Ballroom.

Jazz Guitarist/Vocalist John Pizzarelli to Perform at USC Upstate
Jazz guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli will perform a free concert on Friday, January 27 at 1:00 p.m. in the Campus Life Center Ballroom. Pizzarelli is technically proficient with a soft voice, charming stage presence, and knack for uptempo swing. Most often performing in a trio setting sans drums, he has found his niche covering jazz standards and American Popular Song in his own urbane style. For more information, contact (864) 503-5107. To learn more about the artist, visit his web site at www.johnpizzarelli.com.

Microsoft’s Academic Relations Manager to Speak on Campus - Location Change
The Department of Informatics invites you to hear Dr. Juan E. Vargas, academic relations manager at Microsoft, speak about academic programs at Microsoft. In recent years, Microsoft has launched several initiatives to establish and strengthen relationships with the academic community.  As an outreach of these initiatives, Dr. Vargas will talk about these programs on Monday, January 30 at 1:40 p.m. in Smith 319. Please RSVP by Monday, January 16 to ext. 5432 or send an e-mail to Donna Sandor.

Dr. Vargas’ background is in data mining, Bayesian networks, embedded and distributed systems, data structures, algorithms, and operating systems. His research has attracted more than $9 million in funding, resulting in more than 60 publications, several book chapters, and numerous conferences.

GRE and GMAT Test Preparation Workshops
The Division of Student and Diversity Affairs, Opportunity Network and the Center for Student Success are pleased to announce an opportunity for students, alumni and staff to participate in the Graduate School Test Preparation Workshop for the GRE and the GMAT. The workshop includes 18 hours of instruction, nine hours of English and nine hours of math, over a six-week period.  New this semester, the workshop will also include information and wrap-up sessions to allow students time to get their questions answered. All meetings will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in Hodge 254, beginning February 7 and concluding on March 30. The cost for students is $75 and $100 for faculty and staff, including materials.  Payment is due at the time of reservation and seating is limited. To secure a place in the workshop contact the Center for Student Success at ext. 5070 or in person in Smith 103.  Make checks payable to USC Upstate. Please contact Ina Minsky at ext. 5965 for additional information.

Copyright Law and the Online Class
The Information Technology and Services Division, using a faculty technology training grant from the Carolina Piedmont Foundation, is offering ten faculty and staff the opportunity to participate in an online workshop: “Copyright Compliance for Online Educators.”  Three recorded presentations addressing different aspects of copyright compliance will be made available to watch at your convenience between February 22 and March 22.

Toward the end of the first week, there will be a live synchronous question and answer online session, as well as a parallel asynchronous discussion with the presenter. The live sessions will be recorded and made available in the following weeks. Participants will also receive electronic copies of the following materials: Copyright Compliance Made Simple: Six Rules for Course Design (pamphlet) and Fair Use Guidelines for Educators, 4th Ed. The workshop is being led by Linda Enghagen, attorney and Associate Professor at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, where she teaches cyberlaw at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. For more information, visit the workshop web site. Send an e-mail to Dr. Tom Davis to reserve your spot.

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Dr. Chuck Reback, a part-time instructor in the School of Business, participated in a roundtable discussion regarding economic development hosted by GSA Business Journal, on January 12. A report on the roundtable will be published in GSA Business on January 23.

 Dr. Tyrone S. Toland, instructor, Informatics, presented a speech at the Spartanburg Urban League on January 7. His speech discussed how he overcame the various challenges that he faced in undergraduate and graduate school.

Grgurovic Earns Tip-Off Club Player of the Week Honors
USC Upstate senior forward Ivica Grgurovic has been named the Player of the Week by the Spartanburg Tip-Off Club for leading USC Upstate to a pair of wins last week. Grgurovic, from Zadar, Croatia, averaged 14.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, 2.5 steals, and a block and assist per game in leading USC Upstate to wins over Wingate and North Georgia. Grgurovic finished with seven points, four rebounds, and three steals in the win over Wingate last Tuesday. On Saturday, he played just 19 minutes due to foul trouble and finished with a career-high 21 points to go with nine rebounds, two blocked shots, and two steals to lead the Spartans to a runaway victory over North Georgia, a team that had been undefeated in Peach Belt play entering the game. Grgurovic made 2-of-4 three-pointers and shot 67 percent from the floor in the game. Grgurovic has been the most consistent player at the forward spot this season for the Spartans. He currently averages 10.4 points and a team-best 6.8 rebounds per game and is shooting 52.2 percent from the floor. He ranks among the league's leaders in rebounding and field goal percentage.

Denise Levereaux
Publications Coordinator
University Communications
Ext. 5081, dlevereaux@uscupstate.edu

APPLICATION PROCESS: Visit the HR web site for additional information and online application submission instructions.

Foundation Accountant, (State title: Accountant/Fiscal Analyst II)
Office of Financial Services
Requisition No. 041521
Online applications accepted through Wednesday, January 25, 2006.

Custodial Workers, (State title: Building/Grounds Specialist II)
Facilities Management
Requisition No. 041518
Online applications accepted through Wednesday, January 25, 2006.

Vice Chancellor for Information Technology
Office of Information Technology and Services
Requisition No. 041076
Online application acceptance date extended through Tuesday, January 31, 2006.

This week we profile sophomore James Howard Norris from Simpsonville who is pursuing a degree in fine arts in graphic design.

	What do you like most about USC Upstate? The people.
	Little known fact: My dad is the chief of the Lower Eastern Cherokee Nation of South Carolina.
	Organizations involved with: Campus Activities Board and Impact
	Why did you pick those student groups? Because they are involved not only with entertainment, but also service.
	Plans after graduation: Graduate school for industrial design or some form of engineering.