Wednesday
August 27, 2003
Vol 1, No 8

1. Convocation is Thursday
2. Allow extra time for Grand Prix congestion
3. Auraria weapons resolution delayed
4. New fitness center adds to workout options
5. Tivoli Revitalization Ceremony is Sept. 3
6. Metro State Night at the Rockies is Sept. 19

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1. Convocation is Thursday

Fall Convocation is at 9 a.m. tomorrow in the Tivoli Turnhalle. Recipients of Distinguished Service Awards, Gold Key Awards and emeritus status will be recognized, followed by a brief address by Interim President Ray Kieft.

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2. Allow extra time for Grand Prix congestion

As the Grand Prix quickly approaches, last-minute preparations are expected to snarl traffic, causing increased congestion. "The best thing to do is to allow yourself extra time," advises Mark Gallagher, AHEC director of parking.

The Centrix Financial Grand Prix of Denver, starts this Friday and ends with the championship races on Sunday.

Part of the 1.65-mile course will run on Auraria Parkway, closing the street between 7th and 12th streets.

Out-bound Auraria Parkway will close at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, although access to parking Lot R will still be provided. In-bound Auraria Parkway will close after 10:30 a.m. Thursday, with access to 7th Street still available. Auraria Parkway will remain closed through the weekend and reopen on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 1. The campus will be closed for the holiday.

Over the weekend, campus parking will be available to race fans. Lots R, H and A will be reserved for students, faculty and staff with campus identification.

In addition to the auto race, several other popular events are expected to add to the traffic this weekend. At 5:45 p.m. Saturday, CU faces CSU at Invesco Field at Mile High. Thousands are expected to attend the Taste of Colorado at Civic Center Park Friday through Sunday.

For additional information from AHEC, go to
http://www.mscd.edu/%7Ecollcom/@metro/tw@metro_vol1/grandprix_twv1082703.htm

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3. Auraria weapons resolution delayed

Adoption of a proposal to ban weapons on the Auraria campus was postponed at last week's Auraria Board of Directors meeting. To read more go to
http://www.mscd.edu/%7Ecollcom/@metro/tw@metro_vol1/weapons_twv1082703.htm

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4. New fitness center adds to workout options

With the beginning of a new academic year and a new expanded campus fitness center, now is a great time to embark on a new health and fitness program, says Human Performance and Sport Professor Joe Quatrochi. To read more go to
http://www.mscd.edu/%7Ecollcom/@metro/tw@metro_vol1/fitness_twv1082703.htm

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5. Tivoli Revitalization Ceremony is Sept. 3

Earlier this summer, restoration work on the Tivoli building began. To commemorate the restoration, a Tivoli Revitalization Ceremony is set for 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, outside on the east side of the building. To read more about the restoration go to
http://www.mscd.edu/%7Ecollcom/@metro/tw@metro_vol1/tivoli_twv1082703.htm

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6. Metro State Night at the Rockies is Sept. 19

Students, faculty, alumni and friends are invited to watch the Colorado Rockies take on the San Diego Padres Friday, Sept. 19, at Coors Field. The game starts at 6:05 p.m., and a fireworks display will follow the game.

Tickets are $6 and will be sold on a first come, first served basis. To purchase tickets online, go to
https://dnbweb1.com/

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