[slis] Beta Phi Mu Program, June 21

[Ethel Bloesch <ethel-bloesch@uiowa.edu>]

Need a break from studying or from other quotidian activities?  
Join us at the annual meeting of the local chapter of Beta Phi Mu, 
international library and information science honor society.


Thursday, June 21, 7:30 p.m.
Auditorium of the Coralville Public Library


THERE GOES THE SUN:
THE LAST TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE OF THE MILLENIUM

Dave Leavitt, speaker


During the Dark Ages an understanding of eclipses was not common
knowledge.  We now understand the mechanics of solar eclipses.  Does
knowing how something works diminish its beauty and mystery?  Or is the
beauty of the world deepened by understanding the things we see?

Dave and Judy Leavitt viewed the total solar eclipse near Stuttgart,
Germany, August 11, 1999.  Dave, financial consultant and amateur
astronomer, will describe the awe-inspiring alignment of earth, moon, and
sun through photos and commentary.

Dave's presentation will be preceded by initiation of new members to the
society (nominated from the graduating classes of July and December 2000
and May 2001).

Refreshments will be served.