In Brief

Hartnett displays Webb exhibit

Titled in a delicate condition, Webb's artwork explores the duality of touch as a soothing as well as potentially violent gesture. Eggshells, silk brocade, flower bulbs, and ceramic plates are united to depict touch both as it relates to the care of a newborn baby and to the emotional exhaustion of the mother/maker. The work becomes the crossroads of the historical with the personal as it refers to socially held conventions of a woman's "place."

The exhibition, reception, and speech are free and open to the public. For more information call the Wilson Commons Information Desk, x5-5911.

River Campus hosts Health Bites

The fall schedule of events (being held at the Medical Center) kicks off on Tuesday, September 14, with attorney Mark Chauvin Bezinque's presentation: "A Brief Introduction to Divorce, Separation, Custody, and Child Support." The program takes place in URMC-K207 (MDL 2-6408).

As always, formal registration isn't required for any of the Noon-Hour Health Bites and there's no fee. Attendees are welcome to bring their lunches. For more information call Strong EAP, x5-4987.

Alumnus shares his adventures

Witten is the Frank and Betty Schultz Chair in Geophysics at the University of Oklahoma and is well known for his work in geophysical imaging. He has been a pioneer in nontraditional uses of these techniques in areas such as archaeology, paleontology, treasure hunting, intelligence, national security, counter-narcotics, and counterterrorism.

He will present for a general audience a number of case studies. These will include imaging the skeletal remains of the largest dinosaur ever discovered, imaging the oldest known subterranean human habitation, and the discovery of the entrance to the tomb of the descendants of Ramses the Great in Egypt.

There will be a reception immediately following the presentation. His seminar is sponsored by the Departments of Mechanical Engineering and Earth and Environmental Sciences. The event is free and open to the public. Call Al Clark, x5-4078, for more information.

Lessen's memorial service planned

Lessen joined the faculty in 1960 as the chair of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Sciences at a critical time, just as the College of Engineering had been created and research efforts in engineering were being beefed up. Soon after, he was named Yates Memorial Professor of Engineering. Lessen served as chair from 1960 to 1970. Under his leadership the department became known worldwide for its studies of plasma physics. The research effort eventually led to the creation of the Laboratory for Laser Energetics.

Lessen was regarded by his peers as an authority in the fields of fluid dynamics, plasma dynamics, energy conversion, and thermoelasticity. He also was known for his efforts to modernize and upgrade engineering education around the nation.

Women's Club luncheon scheduled

The Women's Club is open to all women of the University community as well as women seeking to further the interests of the University. Reservations for the September 24 program must be made by Friday, September 17. Call 288-6538 for reservations and further information on the program or Women's Club membership.

Book fair slated

The fair will be held on Saturday, September 25, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the New York State Armory, 145 Culver Road, between Monroe and Park Avenues. There's an admission charge for those who aren't Friends members or students. Parking is free on armory grounds. Lunch and snacks will be available.

During the day, visitors can bid on a silent auction of fine books, artwork, and other unusual collectibles. At the Friends' book booth, thousands of used books will be on sale.

Additional support for the book fair has been provided by the University of Rochester Press/Boydell & Brewer, Inc. For more information, check the Web site at www.lib.rochester.edu/friends/bookfair.htm or call x5-4461.

Warner School holds conference

New York is in the midst of a more rigorous testing system that challenges elementary- and secondary-school students to read and write at higher levels. Following remarks by Kadamus and Gerald DeMauro, coordinator of assessment for the state Department of Education, participants will split into groups covering particular areas of academic interest.

For registration information, contact the Warner School's Office of Professional Development, x5-8270, or e-mail edwe@troi.cc. rochester.edu. Preregistration is required by Friday, September 24.

Flower Day volunteers wanted

Additional volunteer teams are needed. Employees can gather their co-workers and friends to form a team. Children's Hospital provides the flowers and all of the materials. Flowers are sold for $1 each.

For more information or a sign-up sheet call x3-5935.

Athletic Club gets upgrades

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