The top ten headlines from High Point, NC en-us Copyright 2009 High Point University http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/ Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:20:32 EST The High Point University History Club recently held a unique inaugural event – the first ever "Historical Halloween." Ellen Shelton, vice president of the club, organized the event. "The event was held in the Fellowship Hall of Hayworth Chapel, complete with Halloween decorations," Shelton says. http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1773 http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1773 tanderso@highpoint.edu (Tracy Anderson) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:20:00 EST High Point University fraternity Pi Kappa Phi has several fundraising efforts planned throughout November to support various causes, including its national philanthropy, PUSH America. On Nov. 6, the members of Pi Kappa Phi will host a cookout, beginning at 4 p.m., at McEwen Crossing. The members will distribute information on disability awareness.<BR> http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1769 http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1769 tanderso@highpoint.edu (Tracy Anderson) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:19:00 EST Dr. Christopher A. Franks received tenure and has been promoted to associate professor of religion in the Department of Religion and Philosophy at High Point University. He previously served as assistant professor of religion. Franks teaches the history of Christian thought, Biblical studies, ethics and religion in America.<BR> http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1772 http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1772 tanderso@highpoint.edu (Tracy Anderson) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:17:00 EST High Point University faculty, staff and students and members of the community enjoyed a special performance by the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra on Tuesday, Nov. 3, in the Pauline Theatre of the Hayworth Fine Arts Center. The Greensboro Symphony provides the residents of Guilford County and surrounding communities with quality musical entertainment and unique educational opportunities, and has done so for the past 50 seasons. http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1767 http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1767 tanderso@highpoint.edu (Tracy Anderson) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:08:00 EST Dr. Frederick Schneid, professor of history at High Point University, recently published a chapter in the book, "Fighting Techniques of the Colonial Era, 1776-1914." Schneid, who co-authored the book, explains that the work is part of a series examining the evolution of European warfare from the ancient world to the present. This book is the fifth volume in the series. http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1771 http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1771 tanderso@highpoint.edu (Tracy Anderson) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:08:00 EST The High Point University Theatre will present "Little Shop of Horrors" Nov. 19-22 in the Pauline Theatre of the Hayworth Fine Arts Center. Soon, "Audrey II" – the plant – grows into an ill-tempered, foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore who offers him fame and fortune in exchange for feeding its growing appetite, finally revealing itself to be an alien creature poised for global domination.  http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1770 http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1770 tanderso@highpoint.edu (Tracy Anderson) Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:28:00 EST Melissa Anderson has been promoted to manager of university events at High Point University. She previously served as coordinator of university events. "I am genuinely excited about serving such a unique and progressive university in this capacity," Anderson says. "The energy on campus is amazing, and HPU is an outstanding academic institution.  I look forward to continuing to enhance the experience of all HPU students and community friends at events on campus."<BR> http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1768 http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1768 tanderso@highpoint.edu (Tracy Anderson) Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:45:00 EST High Point University's Office of Career and Internship Services will participate in an upcoming career fair, to be held at the Marriott Hotel at Piedmont Triad International Airport. The event will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 16, and is open to all students and alumni. http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1766 http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1766 tanderso@highpoint.edu (Tracy Anderson) Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:44:00 EST Marysol Castro, correspondent for ABC's "Good Morning America" Weekend Edition, has been named by High Point University to the Nido R. Qubein School of Communication Board of Advisors. Castro, who attended Wesleyan University and has a master's degree from Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, contributes a number of feature stories in her role on "Good Morning America"; she also provides the national weather forecast. http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1765 http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1765 tanderso@highpoint.edu (Tracy Anderson) Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:58:00 EST High Point University's Student Government Association is holding a drive from now through Nov. 12 in support of the United Way of Greater High Point. The fundraising effort will culminate in a special event on Nov. 12, starting at 6 p.m. The student-run event will be an evening of fundraising and awareness for United Way, and will include a silent auction, a special movie at 9 p.m. http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1764 http://www.highpoint.edu/news_events/article.cfm?ArticleID=1764 tanderso@highpoint.edu (Tracy Anderson) Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:34:00 EST