Included in the morning activities are self-guided explorations with microscopes, interfaced to notebook computers, available for exploring the microscopic world; toy roller coasters, best for young people; science and music activities; and Mindstorm Legos.

No experience is necessary, just a willingness to experiment. The activities are free and open to the public. Parents are encouraged to bring their children; parents must remain with children 12-years-old and younger. Group activities will begin at 9 a.m. while visitors can explore the open activities at any time.

Visit the online calendar at http://www.adams.edu/calendar/ for dates and descriptions. Visitors are encouraged to learn at their own pace and to follow their own interest.

The presentation is free. The door will open at 6:30 p.m. but will be locked once the show begins. The presentation will last about one hour. If the weather permits, the audience is invited to use the observatory's telescopes following the presentation.

The planetarium is a white domed building near the southeast corner of the main campus in Alamosa. If you have questions, please call Leslie at 719.587.7256 during normal business hours.

In the spring of 2008, ASC Community Partnerships began to sell reusable grocery bags, made from natural cotton canvas, that feature the EARTH group and Adams State logos. Mary Hoffman, executive director of ASC Communtiy Partnerships, approached local grocers about the use of the bags. The Alamosa City Market agreed to give a small donation to Adams State College Community Partnerships and the EARTH group each time a bag is used.

Every time a consumer uses their own bag, they receive a five cent credit, and when they use an Adams State EARTH bag it also benefits the campus. Dr. Marty Jones, professor of chemistry and EARTH group president, said: "We appreciate the market's efforts to be more environmentally friendly and support Adams State."

According to the website Carrotmob, Carrotmob is a method of activism that leverages consumer power to make the most socially-responsible business practices also the most profitable choices. Businesses compete with one another to see who can do the most good, and then a big mob of consumers buys products in order to reward whichever business made the strongest commitment to improve the world. It's the opposite of a boycott.

EARTH, Environmental Action for Resources, Transportation and Health, is a grassroots organization of Adams State faculty, staff, students, and community members. The group's purpose is to explore ways to make the campus more sustainable, or "greener."

When used on shopping trips the reusable grocery bags eliminate the waste of plastic bags. The facts on plastic bag usage can be startling. Four to five trillion plastic bags are manufactured worldwide each year. Many of these plastic bags end up in landfills or are carried by the wind into forests, ponds, rivers, lakes, and the ocean. Plastic bags are often mistaken as food by marine animals, and about 100,000 marine animals die each year from ingesting plastic waste.

"Bring your EARTH bags to City Market and shop and let the store managers know we really appreciate their sustainability efforts," Jones added.

For more information call 719-587-7827 or 719-587-7262.

The 2009 World AIDS Day theme is "Universal Access and Human Rights". World AIDS Day, observed worldwide each year on December 1, started in 1988 not just to raise money, but also to increase awareness, education and fighting prejudice.

Adams State College is hosting a diversity activities for AIDS Awareness Week December 1 through December 3, including three NAMES quilt pieces displayed from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. for all three days in the Student Union Building. One of the pieces was made by SLV community members in 1995.

A drumming ceremony starts at 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, at the Japanese/American Memorial Garden, later that evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Student Union Building's Carson Auditorium, Dr. Bob Linden, physician, and Maureen Orr, nurse practitioner, will share their last year's experiences working with people with HIV/AIDS in Uganda as part of their work with the organization Doctors without Borders.

HIV testing, at no cost, will be available from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2, in the Student Union Building room 315. No appointment is needed for the testing, and results will be available within 20 minutes.

Elaine Regan, Adams State nursing instructor, will speak on "Sexually Transmitted Infections" at noon Wednesday, Dec. 2 and again at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3 in the Student Life Center of the Student Union Building. An AIDS related movie begins at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2, in Connor Hall, pizza provided.

The annual Candlelight Vigil starts at 6:00 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, in Carson Auditorium. Events are free and open to the public. High school age students are encouraged to attend all the events.

According to UNAIDS/WHO 2007 estimated statistics; there were 33.2 people world-wide living with HIV/AIDS, including 2.5 million children. There were also 2.7 million people newly infected with HIV world-wide, and 2 million deaths in 2007. At the end of 2007, women accounted for almost 50 percient of all adults living with HIV worldwide. More than 25 million people have died of AIDS since 1981 leaving over 12 million AIDS orphans in Africa alone.

World AIDS Day is important in reminding people that HIV has not gone away, and that there are many things still to be done.

What can you do to help? Educate yourself about the disease, support education in your community and become an advocate. Get tested if you are at risk for HIV due to unprotected sex with high risk partners. To get tested at low cost, call Planned Parenthood at 719-589-4906 and make an appointment with Sherry for confidential testing.

For information on local services call Charlotte Ledonne, SLV Area Health Education Center, at 719-589-4977. For more information about the campus events contact the Adams State Campus Ministry Office at 719-587-7516.

The Adams State Theatre Program invites you to join us for the family classic "Alice in Wonderland". Tickets, for the 8 p.m. performances on December 5, 10, 11, and 12; and 2 p.m. matinees on December 5 and 13, go on sale at 8:00 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18. Reservations requests will not be honored before this time and date.

Ticket requests can be reserved in person, at the box office, or by calling 719-587-TIXX. Don't delay; last year's production "Miracle on 34th Street" sold out in eight hours. Tickets are $9 for general public, $7 for seniors and students, $5 for children 12 and under, and free to Associated Students and Faculty.

Two special performances of "Alice in Wonderland" include an opening night gala and benefit for La Puente Home and the annual Adams State Alumni matinee. Call 719-587-1010 for tickets to the La Puente benefit on Dec. 4. Adams State alumni and can call the Alumni Relations Office at 719-587-8110 for December 6 matinee tickets.

Beginning with the production of "A Christmas Carol" in 2004, the annual Adams State Theatre holiday offering has become a popular tradition for many in the San Luis Valley and the most sought-after ticket of the year. This year's production of "Alice" captures the charm of the original Lewis Carroll classic and promises to be a magical evening for all ages.

Based on an alert student's eye witness description of two men breaking into a vehicle, Adams State College Police arrested two suspects in a crime spree that damaged at least seven cars and caused thousands in damage.

Matthew Jojola, 22, and John Lujan, 18, New Mexico residents who had lived in Alamosa a few months, were arrested and are lodged are in the Alamosa County Jail. They are not Adams State students.

Damage included at least eleven sliced tires, including two on an ASCPD patrol car, and a convertible roof that was badly damaged from being cut. Officers recovered a razor blade from one of the suspects.

ASCPD Chief Joel F. Shults was called out to investigate the report at 4:23 a.m. Nov. 1. When he arrived on campus, Shults immediately contacted two males a few blocks from the break-in. The witness had described the suspects who fled the scene as wearing a red shirt and a red plaid shirt. During the contact Shults discovered shirts fitting that description hidden on the suspects. They were taken into custody and subsequently identified by the witness as the vandals.

"Our good citizen who took the time to call 911 is the hero in this case. He did a great job. I'm proud to have so many of that kind of student as part of our campus community." said Shults.

Intersession registration for classes held December 20 through January 17 has begun. The Intersessions Program maximizes time and resources in order that students may graduate early, provides an opportunity for students to take general education courses in an accelerated format between semesters, and provides a second chance to earn credit for fall (NCAA eligibility, repeat courses).

No admission requirements other than the registration process. Intersession is open to residential and nonresidential students. Select your course, register and pay for course. No financial aid is available. Courses will be assessed at a fixed rate with no distinction made concerning the student's resident/nonresident status.

It is recommended students check with their academic advisors prior to taking the courses. Enrolling early helps ensure sufficient enrollment for the course and secures a place in the course for the student. December Intersession course grades are posted in the fall term, as long as the student is registered before December 20.

Adams State College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. For more information contact the Adams State Office of the Associate Provost at 719-587-7622 or email ascintersession@adams.edu or visit http://www.adams.edu/intersession/.

Day, a freshman from Alamosa residing on the Adams State campus, said the injuries he sustained were actually from a fight that occurred off-campus.

In a written statement, Day said: "I apologize to the campus community who became fearful because I had reported being assaulted by an unknown person. I want everyone to know that there was no such person, so that our campus residents do not have to live in fear."

Adams State Police Chief Joel Shults noted investigation into the case is ongoing.

Westbound traffic on First St. east of the intersection will be detoured north on Monterey to El Rio; while eastbound traffic west of the intersection will be detoured south to Edgemont and Hwy. 160. Construction crews will be tying the new campus building into city water, storm, and sewer systems.

The college broke ground July 9 for the Residences at Rex, a 16,250 square-foot building that will combine 16 four-bedroom student apartments with community facilities at Rex Stadium. This is the first new student residence hall to be built at Adams State in more than 40 years. Included in the $22 million project are renovation of one wing of Coronado residence hall and a new parking lot west of Nielsen Library on First St.

Pictured, the Adams State College Concert Band is included in the Fall Band Concert at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, in Richardson Hall Auditorium. A student conductor will lead the Wind Ensemble that evening.

Admission is $5 for adults, $1 for students and is free to AS&F and Friends of Music. For more information, please contact 719-587-7621.