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2 Thursday, September 30,1993 What has 29 parts, is 200 years old and 93% free? It is indeed a proud year for UNC. Public higher education began right here in Chapel Hill in 1793. (See, not every thing starts in California.) Plan now to attend the Opening Ceremonies of the Bicenntenial Observance of Opening Ceremonies of the Bicentennial Observance October 10-12 on the Carolina campus. What is the Bicentennial Observance? The 200th anniversary celebration of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill the nation’s first public university. It officially begins Oct. 12, 1993, and continues through May 15,1994. More than 100 events are planned in Chapel Hill and throughout the state. This promises to be an unforgettable year at Carolina. Why is our Bicentennial so important? Back in 1793, when UNC was founded, public higher education was a radical idea in this country. Today it’s fundamental. There are more than 1,500 public colleges and universities nationwide. And it all started right here in Chapel Hill. What are the Opening Ceremonies? The kick-off event of the Bicentennial Observance, set for Oct. 10- 12 on the Carolina campus. There are 29 events in all. How much does it cost? It doesn’t. TwMty-seven of the 29 events (93%) planned for Opening Ceremonies are free and open to students, faculty, staff and the general public. Which events are not free? Two musical performances: “From the Heart of Carolina” and the concert premiere of “The UNC Bicentennial Commemorative Suite.” Tickets are $lO and $25, respectively. Student discounts are available for the suite. To purchase tickets, contact the Union Box Office at 962-1449. What do I have to do to attend Opening Ceremonies? Basically, nothing. Simply show up. Registration is not required. What does it mean to register for Opening Ceremonies? Registration guarantees reserved parking, transportation, reserved seating and commemorative publications. Students, faculty and staff can register for sls. Should I register? It depends. If you want to guarantee yourself reserved seats, parking, transporation and souvenir publications, yes. Otherwise, no. Currently, out-of-town alumni are doing most of the registering. Remember, registration is not required to attend Opening Ceremonies. How can 1 register? By calling 962-2642. Who’s coming to Opening Ceremonies? To name just a few: Li Lu, deputy leader of the Tiananmen Square demonstrations; Dick Riley, U.S. Secretary of Education; Charles Kuralt, CBS News; Jeff Mac Nelly, Pulitzer-Prize winning cartoonist; Rev. Shirley Caesar, award-winning gospel artist; Italy’s Fabio Roversi-Monaco, president of the University of Bologna the world’s oldest university; and many other nationally known names in government, education and the arts. Rumor has it that William R. Davie, UNC’s founding father, will arrive on horseback in time for the festivities. Is President Clinton going to attend? Chancellor Hardin has invited the President to speak in Kenan Stadium on Oct. 12. We are waiting to hear from the White House and hope to have a response soon. How can I get more information? By calling either of these numbers: 962-2642 or 962-1993. Why should I go? What do you mean? Is someone planning not to go? After all, events like these only come around once every 200 years. What’s the difference between the Bicentennial Observance and the Bicentennial Campaign for Carolina? These are two separate offices with separate goals and missions. The Observance plans, stages and promotes more than 100 Bicentennial events and devotes much of its time to public and media awareness. The Campaign is the largest fund-raising effort in the University’s history. The Observance is located in the Alumni House, near the Carolina Inn. The Campaign, coordinated by the University’s development office, is head quartered in the Nationsßank Plaza. The Observance officially begins Oct. 12,1993, and continues through May 15,1994. The Campaign began in 1989 and concludes in 1995. Schedule of Events MONDAY, OCTOBER 11 2- p.m. Opening Lecture: A Tribute to Freedom Li Lu, deputy leader of the Tiananmen Square demonstrations Location: Great Hall of the Frank Porter Graham Student Union 3- p.m. Faculty/Alumni Exchanges, Round One 1. Core, Cure, Cost: The University and the Health of the Public Moderator: Kerry Kilpatrick, chair, Health Policy and Administration Location: Alumni Hall, Section I, George Watts Hill Alumni Center 2. Environment, Development and Democracy Moderator: Richard N. Andrews, professor, Environmental Sciences and Engineering Location: Wilson Library Assembly Room 3. Media Made Americal Moderator: Jane Brown, professor, Journalism and Mass Communication Location: Alumni Hall, Section 11, George Watts Hill Alumni Center 4. Freedom, Free Expression and Free Debate Moderator: Chuck Stone, Walter Spearman professor, Journalism and Mass Communication Location: Alumni Hall, Section 111, George Watts Hill Alumni Center 4:30-5:30 p.m. Performing and Cultural Arts Events 1. “A Salute to American Musical Theatre” Terry Rhodes and Stafford Wing, professors of Music Location: Person Hall 2. “Carolina Songs” Clef Hangers, student a cappella group Location: Hanes Art Center Auditorium 3. “ Step Show” Black Greek Council Location: Great Hall 8-10 p.m. A Bicentennial Concert Premiere: “The University of North Carolina Bicentennial Commemorative Siute”written by Richard Adler (’43) and performed by The North Carolina Symphony and the Carolina Choir and Chamber Singers Location: Memorial Hall Please remember, classes have been cancelled on October 12. For further information call: 962-2642 or 962-1993 fc j \ ' ' 'i ' ' ' /c £A/TEN^ X^ Student Bicentennial Planning Committee This 70-member planning committee was established three years ago to facilitate student involvement in the Bicentennial. Already, more than 30 ambitious projects are underway. For more information about how students can become involved, call 962-1995 or stop by the Student Bicentennial Office in Suite B of the Carolina Union. the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The kick off festivities run October 10 through 12 right here on cam pus. It’s a great reason for a party. It’s almost entirely free. And it’s a really terrific beginning for the next 200 years. Bicentennial University Day TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12 10 - 11:15am Old East Rededication Location: McCorkle Place Rain: Memorial Hall 11:30am-12 noon Bicentennial Speakers for North Carolina Debut Elizabeth Gibson: “Don’t We Already Have Too Many Lawyers ?” Location: 105 Gardner Sue Estroff: "The Human Faces and Voices of Medicine: Teaching Humanities and Social Sciences to Tomorrow’s Doctors" Location: 101 Greenlaw Frank C. Wilson: “Thomas Wolfe’s Chapel Hill" * Location: 431 Greenlaw 11 J> Kenneth Reckford: “The Trial of Socrates : Do Professors Corrupt Students ?” Location: 111 Murphy Soyini Madison: "The Woman That I Am: The Literature and Culture of Contemporary Women of Color” Location: 103 Bingham Thad Beyle: “From Yellow Dogs tojessecrats: A Review of North Carolina Politics" Location: 08 Gardner Rollie Tillman: “From Rags to Riches: Secrets of the Great American Entrepreneurs" Location: 02 Carroll William Powell: “The History of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill” Location: Wilson Library Assembly Room James Ketch: “The Joy of Jazz" Location: Person Hall 11:30 a.m. Special Meeting of the N.C. Qeneral Assembly Location: Gerrard Hall Noon - 2 p.m. Picnic in Polk Place Location: Polk Place Rain: Fetzer Gym 1 -1:45 p.m. Anniversary Lecture: “The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the U.S. Presidency” William E. Leuchtenburg, William Rand Kenan professor, History Location: Gerrard Hall 2-3 p.m. Davie Poplar Ceremony Location: McCorkle Place Rain: Memorial Hall 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. Faculty/Alumni Exchanges, Round Two 1. Qrowing Apart or Qrowing Togetherl Moderator: Julia Wood, professor, Speech Communication Location: Great Hall of the Frank Porter Graham Student Union 2. Science, Technology and Cultural Change Moderator: Mary Ellen Jones, Kenan professor, Biochemistry Location: Wilson Library Assembly Room 3. Faith, Reason and American Values Moderator: Warren Nord, director, Program in Humanities and Human Values Location: Gerrard Hall 4. Forging New Global Alliances: Competition, Cooperation, Survival Moderator: John Kasarda, director, Institute of Private Enterprise, Kenan-Flagler Business School Location: Carroll Hall 5. Education: Preparing for the 21st Century Moderator: Donald Stedman, dean, School of Education Location: Union Film Auditorium of Frank Porter Graham Student Union 5:30 p.m. Gates open to Kenan Stadium. Concessions available. 6 p.m. Pre-convocation concert by The North Carolina Symphony Location: Kenan Stadium 7 - 8:30 p.m. Kenan Stadium Convocation eljp Saily Car Rn 4
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