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SUMMARY:Going to Water: A Writer’s Search for the Cherokee Literary Form with Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle
DESCRIPTION:In “Going to Water: A Writer’s Search for the Cherokee Literary Form\,” award-winning author Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle explores the evolution of Cherokee literature and the contemporary efforts to rematriate storytelling practices rooted in Cherokee culture and values.  \nShe will discuss how Cherokee writers and artists are using Cherokee cultural knowledge and the seven core Cherokee values to inform artistic choices\, such as structure\, style\, and narrative. These methods diverge from Western canonical literature and classic Euro-American art forms. \nThis event is free and open to the public; however\, registration is encouraged. Register Here \n“Going to Water: A Writer’s Search for the Cherokee Literary Form” is the second event in the “Rising Waters: Writing Place and Environment” Thomas Howerton Professorship lecture series presented by the UNC Asheville English Department. This three-year series features humanities scholars in conversation with natural sciences scholars about issues affecting us all.  \n  \nAbout Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle: \nAnnette Saunooke Clapsaddle is an enrolled citizen of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and lives in Cherokee\, North Carolina. A graduate of Yale University and the College of William & Mary\, Clapsaddle is the author of Even As We Breathe (UPK\, 2020)\, the first novel published by an enrolled citizen of the Eastern Band of Cherokee. The novel was a finalist for the Weatherford Award\, winner of the 2021 Thomas Wolfe Memorial Literary Award\, and named one of NPR’s Best Books of 2020. \nHer first novel manuscript\, Going to Water\, won the Morning Star Award for Creative Writing from the Native American Literature Symposium (2012) and was a finalist for the PEN/Bellwether Prize for Socially Engaged Fiction (2014). Clapsaddle’s work has appeared in numerous publications\, including The Atlantic\, Salvation South\, Bon Appétit\, and Travel + Leisure. \nClapsaddle’s recent and upcoming contributions appear in What Things Cost: An Anthology for the People (UPK\, 2023)\, Troublesome Rising: A Thousand Year Flood in Eastern Kentucky (UPK\, 2024)\, and The Devil’s Done Come Back: New Ghost Tales from North Carolina (Blair\, 2025). \nIn partnership with the Museum of the Cherokee People\, she launched Confluence: An Indigenous Writers’ Workshop Series\, bringing Indigenous authors to the Qualla Boundary to mentor emerging writers. \nClapsaddle currently serves on the Board of Trustees for the North Carolina Writers’ Network\, the Board of Directors for the Museum of the Cherokee People and is an editor for the University Press of Kentucky’s Appalachian Futures series. In 2025\, she was named Appalachian Heritage Writer-in-Residence at Shepherd University. \n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille\, or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests\, but we cannot guarantee they will be met. \nParking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/going-to-water-a-writers-search-for-the-cherokee-literary-form-with-annette-saunooke-clapsaddle/
LOCATION:Highsmith Student Union\, Blue Ridge Room
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SUMMARY:UNC Asheville Student Art & Ceramics Sale
DESCRIPTION:Discover and take home unique\, handcrafted creations by UNC Asheville students at the Fall 2025 Student Art & Ceramics Sale\, featuring a wide variety of functional and decorative ceramics\, prints\, and other artwork.\n\nThe sale will take place in the S. Tucker Cooke Gallery of Owen Hall (OWE 101) and will be open to the public Friday\, November 21 from 4–8 p.m. and Saturday\, November 22 from 9 a.m.–3 p.m.\n\nThis biannual event\, held each semester\, showcases the talent of student artists and provides visitors the opportunity to purchase locally made art while supporting the Department of Art and Art History — a portion of all proceeds directly benefits the department.\n\nFree and open to the public.\nVisitor Parking Notice\nVisitors are required to register their vehicles to park on campus. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site prior to your visit to obtain a temporary parking permit. Event signage will be posted to guide visitors to parking areas near Owen Hall.\n\n\n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \n\nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \n\nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/unc-asheville-student-art-ceramics-sale/
LOCATION:S. Tucker Cooke Gallery\, Owen Hall (OWE 101)
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SUMMARY:TheatreUNCA Presents: The Thanksgiving Play
DESCRIPTION:Dates and Times:\n\nThursday\, Nov. 20\, 2025 – 7:30 p.m.\nFriday\, Nov. 21\, 2025 – 7:30 p.m.\nSaturday\, Nov. 22\, 2025 – 7:30 p.m.\nSunday\, Nov. 23\, 2025 – 2:00 p.m.\n\nThe Thanksgiving Play\, written by Larissa FastHorse\, takes a satirical look at political correctness\, social wokeness\, and cultural assumptions. When a group of well-meaning white educators tries to create a culturally sensitive and historically accurate elementary school play about the first Thanksgiving\, their best intentions lead to a series of comically misguided choices. Punctuated by real-life\, historically offensive Thanksgiving songs sourced from educators and social media\, the play exposes the tension between good intentions and cultural awareness. \nThis production is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com \nThis show is for adult audiences only (17+). \nTickets: $15 for General Admission\, $10 for UNC Asheville Faculty/Staff\, and $5 UNC Asheville students \nPurchase Tickets in Advance \n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/theatreunca-presents-the-thanksgiving-play/
LOCATION:Carol Belk Theatre
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SUMMARY:S. Dexter Squibb Distinguished Lecture in Chemistry
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Kenneth B. Wagener\, Butler Chaired Professor Emeritus and Butler Laboratory Director Emeritus of the University of Florida\, is the speaker for the 27th Annual S. Dexter Squibb Distinguished Lecture Series in Chemistry. On Monday\, November 17 at 7:00pm\, he will be speaking on “The Positives and Negatives of Plastics in Today’s Society.” \nDr. Wagener is a polymer chemist whose current research focused on sustainability of polyolefins and a pioneer in acyclic diene metathesis (ADMET) polymerization\nchemistry. Dr. Wagener holds 66 patents and has 350 publications. This year\, he was the keynote speaker at the 25th International Symposium on Metathesis in Liege\, Belgium\, and he has spoken and taught around the world. Dr. Wagener was also an adjunct professor of Chemistry at UNC Asheville from 1979 to 1984. \nThe S. Dexter Squibb Distinguished Lecture Series in Chemistry is an annual highlight for the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry. We take pride in bringing our students\, alumni\, faculty\, and friends of the department together to learn from each other and from nationally recognized chemists in honor of Dr. Squibb’s lifetime of contributions to chemistry. \n\n\n\n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \n\nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \n\nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/s-dexter-squibb-distinguished-lecture-in-chemistry-2/
LOCATION:Ingles Mountain View Room
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SUMMARY:Open House - November 15th
DESCRIPTION:Discover what makes UNC Asheville a truly unique public liberal arts university at our Open House! Spend the day exploring campus\, meeting current students and faculty\, and learning about our distinctive academic programs. You’ll have the chance to tour classrooms and residence halls\, hear from admissions and financial aid representatives\, and experience the vibrant community that defines life at UNC Asheville. Whether you’re just beginning your college search or narrowing down your options\, Open House is the perfect opportunity to see how UNC Asheville can help you think critically\, grow creatively\, and make a meaningful impact. \n\n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \n\n\nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \n\n\nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/open-house-november-15th/
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SUMMARY:Palimpsest Audio Drama Performance
DESCRIPTION:Join the English Department for the Katherine Min Memorial Reading\, featuring a live performance by the Black Mountain–based podcast Palimpsest Productions. Palimpsest is a single-voiced audio drama exploring memory\, identity\, and the things that haunt us. \nCreators Jamieson Ridenhour and Hayley Heninger will perform selected episodes from their acclaimed gothic horror podcast as part of the English Department’s Visiting Writers Series. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nLearn more and listen to standalone episodes here. \n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/palimpsest-audio-drama-performance/
LOCATION:Highsmith Student Union\, Blue Ridge Room
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SUMMARY:Southern Indigenous Waters – “Rising Waters: Writing Place and Environment”
DESCRIPTION:“Southern Indigenous Waters” is the first event in the “Rising Waters: Writing Place and Environment” Thomas Howerton lecture series\, a series that puts humanities scholars in conversation with natural sciences scholars about issues affecting us all. On October 30\, 2025\, Duke hydrologist Ryan Emanuel and East Carolina University literary scholar Kirstin Squint will discuss the centrality of place and water for southern Indigenous people. Dr. Squint will trace connections between two decades of hurricanes\, from Katrina to Helene\, emphasizing the importance of the stories we tell about water and its impacts on our lives. Her talk will draw from her work as an editor of Swamp Souths: Literary and Cultural Ecologies and her monograph-in-progress\, Removal and Resistance in Southeastern Indigenous Stories. Dr. Emanuel will consider what it means to build and maintain cultural connections to water and watery places in a time of rapid environmental change. Drawing from his book\, “On the Swamp: Fighting for Indigenous Environmental Justice\,” he will show how industrial pollution\, unsustainable development\, and climate change create challenges and opportunities for Lumbee people and their Indigenous neighbors in eastern North Carolina. \nRegistration is encouraged for this free event. \nRegister Here \n\n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \n\n\nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \n\n\nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/southern-indigenous-waters-rising-waters-writing-place-and-environment/
LOCATION:Highsmith Student Union\, Blue Ridge Room
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SUMMARY:The Neurodiversity Revolution: Tapping the Human Diversity of Mind to Accelerate Scientific Discovery
DESCRIPTION:Diverse ways of thinking can drive extraordinary innovation. In this special lecture\, Keivan Stassun\, Ph.D.\, Founding Director of the Frist Center for Autism and Innovation at Vanderbilt University’s School of Engineering\, explores how embracing neurodiversity—recognizing and valuing neurological differences such as autism—can accelerate scientific discovery. \nDrawing on real-world examples from astrophysics research\, Dr. Stassun will illustrate how teams with a wide range of cognitive approaches are making groundbreaking discoveries in the search for habitable worlds and life in the universe. A member of the National Science Board\, 2024 MacArthur Fellow\, and 2025 recipient of the National Medal of Science\, Dr. Stassun offers a compelling vision for how human diversity can fuel scientific progress. \nThis special lecture is supported by the Research Corporation for Science Advancement’s Cottrell Lectureship and the Allene and William E. Highsmith Distinguished Visiting Scholar Fund. \nFree and open to the public.\n For more information\, contact Britt Lundgren (Department of Physics and Astronomy) at blundgre@unca.edu. \n  \n\n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \n\n\nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \n\n\nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/the-neurodiversity-revolution-tapping-the-human-diversity-of-mind-to-accelerate-scientific-discovery/
LOCATION:Highsmith Student Union\, Blue Ridge Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T083000
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SUMMARY:High School Media Day
DESCRIPTION:UNC Asheville will host High School Media Day for Western North Carolina newspaper and yearbook students and teachers on Thursday\, Oct. 23\, 2025. The event is organized by UNC Asheville’s Mass Communication Department in cooperation with the N.C. Scholastic Media Association.\nAspiring journalists from area high schools can hone their skills and learn from media experts. \nCheck-in for UNC Asheville High School Media Day begins at 8:30 am in UNC Asheville’s Highsmith University Union. \nWorkshops run from 9 am – 2 pm and will take place in Highsmith University Union. \nPlease fill out this form to register for the workshop. The registration fee is $20.00 per person\, which includes lunch. No refunds will be given\, though substitutions for attendees may be made. \nComplete and submit the registration form online by Oct. 10\, 2025. Please print the registration form and send it with a school check(s) payable to: UNC Asheville\, to be received by Friday\, Oct. 17\, 2025 to: \nUNC Asheville\nMass Communication Dept.\, CPO #2120\n1 University Heights\nAsheville\, NC 28804 \nFor more information\, please contact Carrie Jarvis in the UNC Asheville Mass Communication Department at cjarvis@unca.edu. \nPlease be aware that the capacity for this event is 200 participants. We will not be able to accept registrations beyond this capacity. \nAttendance implies agreement to be featured in images. \nParents/guardians may request their child not be featured in photos or social media posts. \nSend your request to the Mass Communication Department in care of Carrie Jarvis\, cjarvis@unca.edu. \n  \nRegister Here \nSchedule\nOctober 23\, 2025 \n9 a.m. – REGISTRATION\n9:30 a.m. – OPENING SESSION\n10 a.m. – INSTRUCTIONAL SESSIONS\n11 a.m. – Noon LUNCH\nNoon – INSTRUCTIONAL SESSIONS\n1 p.m. – INSTRUCTIONAL SESSIONS\n1:45 p.m. – CLOSING SESSION\, AWARDS\, AND DOOR PRIZES\n2 p.m. – ADJOURN \n  \nSession Options\n  \nSession 1 Options\n\nPodcasting and Newswriting in the Digital Age: Dee Pridgen and Pruett Norris\, 828NewsNow\nMusic Journalism\, Garret Woodward\, Rolling Stone & magazine writer\nYearbook: Write Like You Want to Be Read\, Brenda Gorsuch\nUsing Social Media with your Student Media: Jenny Zimmerman\n\nSession 2 Options\n\nAudio/Podcast Production Fundamentals: Dr. Stephanie O’Brien\, UNC Asheville\nYearbook: Graphic Design Trends: Brenda Gorsuch\nSports Photography: Nick Haseloff\nReaching Online Audiences Panel Discussion: Dean Hensley\, WLOS-TV\, and John Boyle\, Asheville Watchdog\n\nSession 3 Options\n\nSports Photography: Nick Haseloff\, Transylvania Times\nPublic Radio News Delivery\, Laura Lee (she/her) | News Director\, Blue Ridge Public Radio\nCollege journalism Panel Discussion: Sarah Booth and Brandon Washington\, co-editors of The Blue Banner\nSports Photography: Nick Haseloff\, Transylvania Times\nYearbook: Design Like you Want to be Read: Brenda Gorsuch\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \n\n\nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \n\n\nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/high-school-media-day/
LOCATION:Highsmith Univeristy Union
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SUMMARY:Creating a Self-Managing Business
DESCRIPTION:Are you struggling to get your team to consistently take ownership\, hit goals\, and follow through? It all comes down to one critical factor: accountability. And as a leader or manager\, that starts with you. \nJoin us for this powerful\, practical workshop designed to help you master the art of creating a culture of accountability using proven tools. This session will break down the five essential Leadership Practices and five essential Management Practices every boss must master to build a team that gets things done—without micromanagement or frustration. \nFree of Charge for Center Members | $100 for Non-Members \nThis Workshop Will Help You:\n\nUnderstand the difference between leading and managing—and why you need to do both\nBuild trust and clarity through consistent leadership behaviors\nSet clear expectations and hold people accountable with confidence\nDevelop your team through effective one-on-ones\, feedback\, and support\nCreate a workplace where people want to be great at their jobs\n\nWhether you lead a small team or a growing department\, you’ll walk away with practical strategies\, actionable tools\, and a renewed sense of clarity about what it takes to be a great boss—and build a great team. \nWho Should Attend: Business owners\, team leaders\, department heads\, and anyone looking to strengthen their leadership and management skills. \nLearn More and Register \n\n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \n\n\nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \n\n\nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/creating-a-self-managing-business/
LOCATION:Sherrill Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144930
CREATED:20251008T195624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T195624Z
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SUMMARY:Royal Shakespearean Unemployment Office: A Comedy Improv Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of laughter and silliness as TheatreUNCA’s comedy improv troupe\, led by Marlene Thompson\, entertains you with a series of short-form and long-form improv games informed by audience suggestions. \nTickets will run $5 for General Admission\, $3 for UNCA Students \nLearn More & Buy Tickets \n\n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \n\n\nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \n\n\nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/royal-shakespearean-unemployment-office-a-comedy-improv-show/
LOCATION:Carol Belk Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144930
CREATED:20251008T195326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T195326Z
UID:10000007-1760727600-1760733000@go.unca.edu
SUMMARY:Royal Shakespearean Unemployment Office: A Comedy Improv Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of laughter and silliness as TheatreUNCA’s comedy improv troupe\, led by Marlene Thompson\, entertains you with a series of short-form and long-form improv games informed by audience suggestions. \nTickets will run $5 for General Admission\, $3 for UNCA Students \nLearn More & Buy Tickets \n\n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \n\n\nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \n\n\nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/shakespearean-unemployment/
LOCATION:Carol Belk Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144930
CREATED:20251008T185125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T002631Z
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SUMMARY:Mystery Museum
DESCRIPTION:Visit the UNC Asheville Carol Belk Theatre this October 10-12 for a free spook-tacular family-friendly walk-through exhibit featuring your favorite ghouls\, ghosts\, and classic monsters inspired by the Scooby-Doo universe! \nBrought to life by our talented UNCA theatre staff and local artists using cutting-edge digital sculpting\, 3D printing\, and traditional construction techniques\, each character is carefully hand-painted and set inimmersive scenes with dramatic stage lighting\, eerie sound effects\, and fog to transport you straight into a unique mystery. \nPerfect for kids and grown-up fans alike\, this exhibit and interactive experience also includes photo ops\, lawn games\, hands-on activities like coloring pages and more. Our guided experiences might even allowyou to handle some prototypes and miniature 3D-printed models of these beloved characters. Family-friendly costumes are encouraged (especially if themed)! \nHave fun and solve the mystery—if you dare! \n\n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \n\n\nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \n\n\nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/mystery-museum-oct12/
LOCATION:Carol Belk Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144930
CREATED:20251008T184912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T002615Z
UID:10000004-1760187600-1760202000@go.unca.edu
SUMMARY:Mystery Museum
DESCRIPTION:Visit the UNC Asheville Carol Belk Theatre this October 10-12 for a free spook-tacular family-friendly walk-through exhibit featuring your favorite ghouls\, ghosts\, and classic monsters inspired by the Scooby-Doo universe! \nBrought to life by our talented UNCA theatre staff and local artists using cutting-edge digital sculpting\, 3D printing\, and traditional construction techniques\, each character is carefully hand-painted and set inimmersive scenes with dramatic stage lighting\, eerie sound effects\, and fog to transport you straight into a unique mystery. \nPerfect for kids and grown-up fans alike\, this exhibit and interactive experience also includes photo ops\, lawn games\, hands-on activities like coloring pages and more. Our guided experiences might even allowyou to handle some prototypes and miniature 3D-printed models of these beloved characters. Family-friendly costumes are encouraged (especially if themed)! \nHave fun and solve the mystery—if you dare! \n\n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \n\n\nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \n\n\nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/mystery-museum-oct11/
LOCATION:Carol Belk Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144930
CREATED:20251008T190742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T190742Z
UID:10000006-1760176800-1760194800@go.unca.edu
SUMMARY:Open House - October 11th
DESCRIPTION:Discover what makes UNC Asheville a truly unique public liberal arts university at our Open House! Spend the day exploring campus\, meeting current students and faculty\, and learning about our distinctive academic programs. You’ll have the chance to tour classrooms and residence halls\, hear from admissions and financial aid representatives\, and experience the vibrant community that defines life at UNC Asheville. Whether you’re just beginning your college search or narrowing down your options\, Open House is the perfect opportunity to see how UNC Asheville can help you think critically\, grow creatively\, and make a meaningful impact. \n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \n\n\nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \n\n\nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/open-house-october-11th/
LOCATION:Kimmell Arena
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144930
CREATED:20251008T184500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T002559Z
UID:10000003-1760115600-1760130000@go.unca.edu
SUMMARY:Mystery Museum
DESCRIPTION:Visit the UNC Asheville Carol Belk Theatre this October 10-12 for a free spook-tacular family-friendly walk-through exhibit featuring your favorite ghouls\, ghosts\, and classic monsters inspired by the Scooby-Doo universe! \nBrought to life by our talented UNCA theatre staff and local artists using cutting-edge digital sculpting\, 3D printing\, and traditional construction techniques\, each character is carefully hand-painted and set inimmersive scenes with dramatic stage lighting\, eerie sound effects\, and fog to transport you straight into a unique mystery. \nPerfect for kids and grown-up fans alike\, this exhibit and interactive experience also includes photo ops\, lawn games\, hands-on activities like coloring pages and more. Our guided experiences might even allowyou to handle some prototypes and miniature 3D-printed models of these beloved characters. Family-friendly costumes are encouraged (especially if themed)! \nHave fun and solve the mystery—if you dare! \n\n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \n\n\nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \n\n\nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/mystery-museum/
LOCATION:Carol Belk Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250929T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250929T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144930
CREATED:20250919T231440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T235820Z
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SUMMARY:S. Dexter Squibb Distinguished Lecture in Chemistry
DESCRIPTION:Ken Wagener\, Butler Chaired Professor Emeritus & Butler Laboratory Director Emeritus at the University of Florida\, will be UNC Asheville’s 27th S. Dexter Squibb Distinguished Lecturer. A polymer chemist\, Wagener\, will be speaking about the role of plastics in today’s society. \nAbstract: Plastics. We use them every day\, from morning to night. They are everywhere: toothbrushes\, combs\, containers\, cell phones\, carpeting\, clothes\, countertops\, coating on wires\, nonstick cooking pans\, plumbing in your home\, soda bottles\, umbrellas\, foam in mattresses\, credit cards\, computers\, flat screen TVs\, watches\, suitcases\, auto dashboards\, car bumpers\, pencils\, hundreds of medical devices\, the list is literally endless. Can you imagine a world without them? \nPlastics are in the news all the time as well\, mostly in a negative light—pollution in the seas\, piled up in garbage\, and microplastics in food. We see the negatives every day as well. \nA brief history of the introduction of plastics will start this presentation\, and then we will talk about how plastics help us live a better life. Following that will be a talk on how plastics are a negative for society. \nThe presentation will conclude with audience discussion and participation. Your opinion counts. Come join us for this discussion. \n\n\nAccessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event\, such as ASL interpreting\, captioned videos\, Braille or electronic text\, please contact Heather L. Lindkvist\, assistant vice chancellor for institutional integrity and access\, hlindkvi@unca.edu or 828.232.5658. \nAdvance notice is necessary to arrange for accessibility needs. All requests must be made ten business days prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met. \n\n\nVisitor Parking\nAll visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. \n\n\nEvent Photography and Videography\nPhotography and videography may be captured by University Marketing staff at any public University events. Please review our multimedia statement to learn more.
URL:https://go.unca.edu/event/s-dexter-squibb-distinguished-lecture-in-chemistry/
LOCATION:Highsmith Student Union\, Blue Ridge Room
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