TODAY
9:00 a.m. - Dad's Weekend and the Foundation's Leadership Weekend Check-ins begin outside the Cedar Grove Room.
10:00 a.m. -- Outdoor Programs pulls into the Commons Plaza to show off some river faring equipment.
10:30 a.m. - The beautiful sounds of the Faculty Brass Quintet will float up and out of the Commons Rotunda.
11:30 a.m. - Lunch at the Food Court as the Northwest Wind Quintet performs.
12:30 p.m. - Dessert in the Rotunda, but only while it lasts.
2:00 p.m. - University Dining Services will announce the winners of some great prizes: a trip for two to the California coast, a motorized custom Go-Ped Scooter and five Big Foot Go-Peds.
3:30 p.m. - The Jazz Choir will perform on the UCC balcony over the Food Court as they get ready for their concert later that night in the Music Building at 7 p.m.
4:30 p.m. - Alternative music at its best as "Shagburn" rocks the Commons Plaza.

A&E Headlines

The naked truth

Many have seen posters on the UI campus advertising 10 dollars an hour for models willing to pose nude for art classes. However, according to Katy Cannon, an art student who has sketched several nude art models. continue

It may not be for the likes of MTV, but Electrasy will turn heads

The most obvious band to compare Electrasy to is Oasis. But don't be fooled, there's a lot more in this British band's music than a simple copycat format. Electrasy released its US debut, "In Here We Fall," on Sept. 26, and fans of British pop should flock to purchase this CD. continue

Wanted: responsible dancing

The Venus Navigator was given a hand-rolled cigarette. He got so loaded that he should have been locked-up. He was out in the street dancing like a satyr, making lewd statements to sorority freshmen, crudely screaming, " I am so cabbaged on tobacco that I can't pee straight!" continue

Distinguished writer reads excerpts from her novel

Distinguished visiting writer Melanie Rae Thon read from "Sweethearts," her upcoming novel, drawing in the audience with her voice and blue eyes and captivating them with her words. "You can go home, anytime the scenes I sign scare you," she said, telling the story of two children's crime spree as seen through the eyes of their deaf aunt. continue

Reflections Gallery showcases diversity

Human creativity reveals itself in many forms. Some find words as their appropriate medium. Others express themselves through drama, music, art or photography. continue

Women's art tackles personal issues

The small Reflections gallery sits inconspicuously in a bottom corner of the Idaho Commons. But remember, size isn't everything and sometimes the best things come in small packages. The WCA exhibit that occupies the gallery is bigger than it looks. continue

Upcoming Events

·Sept. 27th: James Reid & Dale Ketcheson Guitar Duo - 7:30 p.m. Music Recital Hall

·Sept. 28th: Beaux Arts Trio ­ Chamber Music
8:00 p.m. Administration Auditorium

·Sept. 29th: Dad's Weekend Jazz Choir Performance - 3:30 p.m. Idaho Commons

· October 4 at 7:30 p.m.: UI Theatre Department is presenting "The Chemistry of Change" at the KIVA Theatre. It is a dark and surrealistic comedy in which a quirky family learns what it means to create personal happiness. The play runs through Oct. 8 with matinees at 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, tickets are $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $6 for youth and $3 for UI students. Call the UI ticket office at 885-7212 or 1-88-88-UIDAHO for reservations.