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Around Campus: Dec. 11, 2001

Show Features Electronic Artwork by MFA Students
"Streams: New Electronic Art," an exhibition of new electronic artwork by Rensselaer's Master of Fine Arts (MFA) students, opens Monday, Dec. 10, at the Arts Center of the Capital Region and the Fulton Street Gallery, both located in Troy. "Streams" will feature new electronic interactive installations, video art, computer music performances, and more.

The show opens Dec. 10 with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Fulton Street Gallery (408 Broadway, Troy). Live electronic video and musical performances will follow the opening reception at 7 p.m. at the Arts Center of the Capital Region (265 River St., Troy). The Fulton Street Gallery show will remain open through Jan. 10.

For additional information on arts at Rensselaer, visit www.arts.rpi.edu. 12/11/01


Clothe-A-Child Campaign
For the 27th year, Rensselaer is participating in the Troy Record's annual Clothe-A-Child Campaign, which raises money to buy winter clothing for needy area children.

Now through Dec. 14, the Union will offer several ways to participate. A "clothes line" of paper hats, coats, mittens, and boots will decorate the Union's Lobby area. Gloves and shoes cost $1 each; hats and coats are $5 each. Candy bars will be sold for $1 each in the Union. And canisters will be located throughout the Union for loose change.

On Tuesday, Dec. 11, there will be a "Basket Bonanza Silent Auction." You can purchase tickets to bid on your favorite basket filled with goodies. Baskets will be displayed in the Union West Lobby 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

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On Friday and Saturday, Dec. 7 and 8, there will be a canister pass at the evening's hockey games.

And on Thursday, Jan. 31, the Student Appreciation Dinner will be held. This is a favorite annual event at which faculty and staff serve a meal to students who are sponsored by campus offices or departments.

To learn more about any of these events, contact the Rensselaer Union at ext 6505 or Maureen Brower, at browem@rpi.edu. 12/3/01

Winter Recess Schedule for ID/Meal Plan Office
The ID/Meal Plan Office, located on the first floor of the Rensselaer Union, has announced its schedule for the winter recess. The office produces ID cards for students, faculty, staff, and related vendors. It also oversees the RAD accounts for students, staff, and visiting scholars. Call ext. 6670 with any questions.

The schedule will be as follows:

Monday, Dec. 17: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 18-Friday, Jan. 4: Closed
Monday, Jan. 7-Friday, Jan. 11: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 12 and Sunday, Jan. 13: Noon-5 p.m.
Monday, Jan. 14-Friday, Jan. 18: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 12/3/01

Homeward Bound!
The Department of Public Safety Parking Office in cooperation with CDTA is providing free transportation to the Amtrak train station in Rensselaer, the Greyhound bus station in Albany, and the Albany International Airport in Colonie.

The free bus will leave campus from the bus stop on Sage Avenue on Tuesday, Dec. 18, between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Wednesday, Dec. 19, between 8 a.m. and noon. It will leave every hour on the hour-even-numbered hours to the Amtrak and Greyhound stations; odd hours to the Albany International Airport. The last trip, at 8 p.m., will make all three stops.

The free ride also will be available on Sunday, Jan. 13, between noon and 8 p.m. to bring travelers back to campus. The bus will leave every hour on the hour-even-numbered hours from the Amtrak and Greyhound stations; odd hours from the Albany International Airport. The last trip, at 8 p.m., will make all three stops.

Travelers need to show a Rensselaer or Sage ID to ride for free. If you have questions, contact the Parking Office at parking@rpi.edu or ext. 6616. 12/3/01

 

 

 
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