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2 Wednesday, February 20, 2002 Group Prepares Judiciary Counsel Monday's Student Judicial Review Committee meeting marked the first time that outsiders participated. By Jessica Sleep Staff Writer Members of the Student Judicial Review Committee say focus groups, surveys and the recent hiring of anew staff member are bringing them closer to a final recommendation to Chancellor James Moeser about student judicial improvements. Committee Chairwoman Marilyn Yarbrough said that at their most recent meeting Monday, members interviewed officials from the Honor Court and the judicial system. The meeting marks the first time out side participants have been involved in the committee’s proceedings. Yarbrough said that during the course of the meeting, Judicial Programs Officer David Gilbert and Honor Court Chairwoman Marcela Vasela related their experiences with the judicial sys tem and gave their opinions about its strengths and weaknesses. 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Kleysteuber said the focus groups will be composed of five to 20 partic ipants who have directly experi- “We’ve been reading a lot of articles about student judicial systems, and we’re getting a sense of the concerns people have. ” Marilyn Yarbrough Review Committee Chairwoman enced the judicial system, such as stu dents who have been witnesses or facul ty who have filed charges. Kleysteuber said that although the focus groups will not be open to the public, the committee plans to hold pub lic forums at a later date. “These discussions will give people University an opportunity to express their concerns about the judicial system,” he said. Yarbrough said the focus groups will take place March 5,6, 19 and 21. She said the March 5 session will involve fac ulty members, and the March 19 forum, involving students, is scheduled to be held at Lenoir Dining Hall during lunchtime. She said the committee has not yet decided who will participate in the March 6 and 21 focus groups. With the January hiring of graduate student Heather Dichter to assist mem- bers in research and organization, Yarbrough said she believes the committee is pro gressing well. “I think we know a lot more than we did before,” she said. “We’ve been reading a lot of articles about student judicial systems, and we’re getting a sense of the concerns people have.” Yarbrough said the committee will make its recommendation and report to the chancellor by the end of the semes ter. “We’ll take all day early in May to sit down and formulate recommenda tions,” she said. Kleysteuber said he is also confident members will have enough time to complete their assessment of the judicial system. He said, “UNC-Chapel Hill stands alone in its honor system, and our analysis will center on what we think is best for our school.” The University Editor can be reached at udesk@unc.edu. Campus Calendar Today 11 a m. - The Carolina Electronic Music Symposium and UNC Dance Marathon present a day of music and breakdancing in the Pit The event will last until 4 p.m. and showcase many of UNC’s most talented DJs and breakdancers. noon - The Sonja H. Stone Black Cultural Center will be hosting the film “Boma Tervuren, The Journey” in Union 208-209. The film is the third in a series being presented this month as part of the Diaspora Film and Discussion series. 1 p.m. - The Curriculum in Medieval Studies is hosting a lunchtime colloquium called “Notes from the Marriage Court: Honor, Fathers and Children in Quatrrocento Venice” in 569 Hamilton Hall. It will be hosted by his tory Professor Stanley Chojnacki. Cookies and beverages will be provided. 4 p.m. - The International Center presents the Class of ’3B Summer Abroad Fellowship information session, Less than 5 minutes A 0 from cam P us! QCUfm 968 -337 7 ftVUiiUCj IKC. Open 7 days a week Free Tan Weekend at Eclipse Get a New Look while we celebrate our New Look Great specials on packages and lotions # This weekend only!!! • Tan FREE all weekend without any obligation!! •Door prizes and refreshments! 139 Rams Plaza - Chapel Hill - NC Developments in the War on Terrorism Pentagon: Strikes Could Be Coming ■ Pre-emptive strikes by the United States could be on the horizon as die United States fights terrorism. tit p jr/ r/ j 'We've already lost enough Americans. We're not going to lose any more by hesitating," said Deputy T-ld-CfCS Defense Secretaiy Paul Wolfowitz. Pentagon Plan to Influence Opinion a The Pentagon is working on a plan to influence public opinion in both hostile and friendly nations to help the war against terrorism —a still-developing effort that critics say could spread false information at home and abroad. Bush Seeks to Assure South Korea a President Bush sought to assure South Korea on Tuesday that he is not rushing toward military confrontation with communist North Korea, which he has branded part of 'an axis of evil." He also plans to renew an offer to negotiate with North Korea. a question and answer opportunity for all sophomores and juniors interested in learning more about this $3,500 award to pursue their own project abroad for the summer of 2002. It will take place in Union 210. For more information, con tact the International Center, 962-5661. 6 p.m. - Theta Nu Xi Multicultural sorority, Inc. would like to invite all interested women to an information ses sion this evening in 302 Dey Hall. For information, contact Alicia East at east@email.unc.edu. 6:15 p.m. - Come to the Habitat for Humanity meeting until 7 p.m. in 103 Bingham Hall. We will discuss upcoming chances to serve and the upcoming Spring Break trip to Fort Lauderdale, Fla. 6:30 p.m. - Sex, love and romance around the world: Join the United Nations Organization for an explo ration of these themes in your favorite foreign films in 213 Graham Memorial. 7 p.m. - Tonight on Carolina Week: In light of recent assaults on the Duke campus, we’ll look at safety at Carolina’s residence halls. Plus, why Dance afjr Saily sar Herl Marathon is struggling to raise money this year and why teacher applications are up. Today on Channel 2 in the resi dence halls and Thursday at 7:30 p.m. on Channel 8 in Orange County. 7 p.m. - On the top floor of New West, The Hill will be holding its first interest meeting. The Hill is anew polit ical review just beginning on campus that is looking for writers and staff. 8 p.m. - Come to “Who’s sleeping in your bed?” a discussion of feelings, thoughts and stereotypes toward inti mate relationships often considered out side the mainstream in today’s society, specifically interracial dating and LGBT relationships. The discussion will be held until 9 p.m. in the Teague Basement. ahr Saihi Car Hrrl P.O. Box 3257. Chapel Hill. NC 27515 Katie Hunter, Editor. 962-4086 Advertising & Business, 962-1163 News. Features. Sports, 962-0245 One copy per person; additional copies may be purchased at The Daily Tar Heel for $.25 each. © 2002 DTH Publishing Corp. All rights reserved DURHAM ROOFING^ COMPANY Serving Durham and Chapel Hill Since 1963 Of ffpofinff Residential & Commercial • Flat Roofs • Shingles • Slate • Tile • Metal Roofing • Licensed Statewide
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