University of Idaho Events for Feb. 18-24
Friday, February 8 2008
Feb. 8, 2008 MOSCOW, Idaho – The following is a list of University of Idaho-sponsored events for the week of Feb. 18-24. Events will take place in Moscow, Boise and Spokane, Wash., and are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Tuesday, Feb. 19 Donuts and Discussion with President Tim White Noon Teaching and Learning Center, Room 229 University of Idaho President Tim White will discuss diversity on campus. Refreshments and donuts will be provided. For more information, contact the Office of Multicultural Affairs at (208) 885-7716. Jazz Festival Kick-Off 5:30-7:30 p.m. In front of Ross in the Palouse Mall The University of Idaho welcomes Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival guests and the community to join in a kick-off celebration of the 2008 festival. This event will celebrate Lionel Hampton’s 100th birthday. Cake and refreshments will be provided. For more information, contact Morgan Wilson, marketing and community relations coordinator, at (208) 885-0115 or morganw@uidaho.edu. National Society of Black Engineers Guest Speaker 6 p.m. University Inn-Best Western 1516 Pullman Rd. in Moscow Philip Emeagwali, Gordon Bell Award Winner, will speak on the topic “Obstacles Faced by Developing Minority Engineers – Career and Education.” General admission is $12 and $10 for students. For more information, contact Richard Hill at richard.hill@vandals.uidaho.edu. Hamp’s Gala 7:30 p.m. University Auditorium in the Administration Building Six outstanding students from the Lionel Hampton School of Music will be honored for their student involvement in the festival and musical talent, and will perform a concert for the gala. Honorees include: Kristian Bucy, vocals; Ashley Easton, piano; Brendan Johnson, guitar; Jenny Kellogg, trombone; Bray Wilkins, vocals; and Josiah Stocker, piano. For more information, contact Donna Emert at (208) 640-1609. Wednesday, Feb. 20 Spokane Vandal Booster Weekly Luncheon 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Heroes and Legends 825 W. Riverside in Spokane, Wash. Eat lunch with Vandal coaches and staff, and hear the latest athletic information at a weekly luncheon in Spokane. The Vandal Scholarship Fund and Vandal Athletics invite alumni and friends to interact with other Vandals, watch sports highlights, and enter to win raffles and prizes. For more information about this event, contact Shelly Femreite at (208) 292-2548 or shellyf@uidaho.edu, or visit www.supportui.uidaho.edu Ada County Weekly VSF Luncheon Noon to 1 p.m. (MST) Idaho Water Center 322 E. Front St. in Boise Spend your lunch break with fellow Vandals and friends, enjoy an Italian lunch and hear current news on Vandal athletics. Lunch includes salad, garlic bread, pizza, lasagna, pasta and beverages; cost is $10 per person. For more information, contact the Vandal Scholarship Fund at (208) 334-2087. 17th Annual High School Art Exhibition 4-6 p.m. Ridenbaugh Hall on the corner of Blake Avenue and Nez Perce Drive The University of Idaho Idaho’s Department of Art and Design will give high school students from around the state to show off their creativity, inspiration and interest in science and art. This show is open to students in ninth to 12th grades; entry deadline is Monday, Feb. 11. For more information on the exhibition or how to enter, visit www.uidaho.edu/artdesign/highschoolart Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival: New Orleans is in the House—Presented by Pepsi 7:30 p.m. ASUI-Kibbie Activity Center This concert will pay tribute to the birthplace of jazz, and feature some of the Crescent City’s musical icons. Featured artists include: Aaron Weinstein, violin; All-Star Rhythm Section: Jeff Hamilton, drums; Russell Malone, guitar; Robert Hurst, bass and Bill Charlap, piano; Wycliffe Gordon with All-Star Rhythm Selection; “Lionel, Red and Bunny”: Ed Polcer, Wycliffe Gordon and Houston Person; and John Clayton. Tickets cost $32 for floor seating, $27 stand seating and $17 for students. For more ticket pricing, availability and information, contact the University of Idaho Ticket Office at (208) 885-7212. Thursday, Feb. 21 Dissertation Defense 8 a.m. Renfrew Hall Room 127 James N. Benardini III will defend his dissertation, “Microbiology of Aquatic Environments: Characterizations of the Microbiotas of Municipal Water Supplies, the International Space Station…” Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival: Hamp the Innovator and Showman—Presented by Horizon Air 7:30 p.m. ASUI-Kibbie Activity Center This concert will feature some of the freshest sounds of today’s jazz, while showing off the music’s traditional roots. Featured artists include: All Start Rhythm Section with saxophone rising starts; Regina Carter, violin; Roberta Gambarini, vocals; and Roy Hargrove’s RH Factor. Tickets cost $32 for floor seating, $27 stand seating and $17 for students. For more ticket pricing, availability and information, contact the University of Idaho Ticket Office at (208) 885-7212. Friday, Feb. 22 Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival: Masters and Mentors—Presented by Zions Bank 8 p.m. ASUI-Kibbie Activity Center Hamp’s dedication to passing the music on to the next generation can be seen in this concert that features some of the hottest young musicians. Artists include: Atsuko Hashimoto, Hammond B3 organ; Jeff Hamilton, drums; Red Holloway, sax; Dee Daniels with Sara Gazarek, vocals; Curtis Fuller with Ryan Porter and Ismael Cuevas, trombone; Hank Jones with Gerald Clayton and Taylor Eigsti, piano; Bobby Hutcherson with Warren Wolf, vibes; and Jon Hendricks with Sachal Vasandani, vocals. Tickets cost $32 for floor seating, $27 stand seating and $17 for students. For more ticket pricing, availability and information, contact the University of Idaho Ticket Office at (208) 885-7212. Saturday, Feb. 23 Spokane Alumni Hockey Event 7 p.m. Spokane Arena 700 W. Mallon Ave. in Spokane Bring the whole family, or invite a few friends for a night of hockey at the Spokane Chiefs vs. Tri City Americans game. Tickets cost $11 at the Idaho Alumni block. To purchase tickets, contact Daniel Jones in the Spokane Chiefs Ticket Office at (509) 328-0450 ext. 322 or djones@spokanechiefs.com. Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival: Hamp’s Big Band Birthday Bash and Dance Party—Presented by Avista 8 p.m. ASUI-Kibbie Activity Center Come and hear two great Big Bands, the Lionel Hampton Big Band and the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, meet for an old-fashioned “Battle of the Bands.” A dance floor will be down. Featured artists include: Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, Lionel Hampton Big Band, Dee Daniels and Kevin Mahogany on vocals. Tickets cost $32 for floor seating, $27 stand seating and $17 for students. For more ticket pricing, availability and information, contact the University of Idaho Ticket Office at (208) 885-7212. # # # About the University of Idaho Founded in 1889, the University of Idaho is the state’s flagship higher-education institution and its principal graduate education and research university, bringing insight and innovation to the state, the nation and the world. University researchers attract nearly $100 million in research grants and contracts each year; the University of Idaho is the only institution in the state to earn the prestigious Carnegie Foundation ranking for high research activity. The university’s student population includes first-generation college students and ethnically diverse scholars. Offering more than 150 degree options in 10 colleges, the university combines the strengths of a large university with the intimacy of small learning communities. For information, visit www.uidaho.edu Contact: Christina Wheaton, University Communications, (208) 885-7251, cwheaton@uidaho.edu CW-2/8/2008-EVENTS
About the University of Idaho
The University of Idaho helps students to succeed and become leaders. Its land-grant mission furthers innovative scholarly and creative research to grow Idaho's economy and serve a statewide community. From its main campus in Moscow, Idaho, to 70 research and academic locations statewide, U-Idaho emphasizes real-world application as part of its student experience. U-Idaho combines the strength of a large university with the intimacy of small learning communities. It is home to the Vandals. For information, visit www.uidaho.edu.