Tuesday September 25, 2001

One look around the UA campus and it is obvious that we are not in Kansas anymore. Celebrate our dusty surroundings and prickly landscape by checking out the Special Collections exhibit at the newly remodeled UA Main Library. Exactly 100 years after its first publication, The Desert is still leaving its mark on literary enthusiasts around the world. For more information on the "Poetic Voice of the Desert" exhibit, please contact the Main Library at 621-6431.

Feeling left out of the typical college scene, or simply looking for a peer group that shares the same interests as you? If you are a gay, bisexual or questioning UA male student, Pride Alliance has just the thing for you. Expand your peer group through friendly conversation in a safe and open environment. Bring your dinner and chat at 6 p.m. in the Pride Alliance room above the new ASUA Bookstore. For more information, please call Jeff at 621-7585.

10, 24, 36 hike! Before you strap on some padding for the UA Wildcats next football brawl, get the insider information from your newest football coach, John Mackovic. Listen to him recount the strengths and weaknesses of upcoming opponents over a juicy noontime steak at the McMahon Steakhouse, 2959 N. Swan Road. For more information on "Tuesdays in the Huddle with John Mackovic," please call 621-2331.

The week isn't even halfway over, but are you already looking for a way to escape the daily pressures of college life? For an upbeat night of drinks, dancing and music, shimmy on down to 8Traxx where Tuesday is college night. DJ XL spins the beats from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., so set down those books and get ready to party. Attire is strictly dress to impress. For more information on cover charge, drink specials and directions to the Fourth Avenue hangout, please contact the club at 388-9355.

Have you kissed your pooch today? With the number of homeless puppies roaming the streets on the rise, take a moment to show man's best friend that you care. Several events are being held around campus and the Tucson area this week in an effort to keep pups off the street and in the loving arms of a lucky boy or girl. To make donations to your local Humane Society or to participate in a fundraiser currently running at Pastiche Dinner and Dessert restaurant, please call 325-3333.