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X January 16. 2013 M a r t in L u t h e r K in g J r . Page 37 2013 s p e c ia l e d itio n Music and Dance to Honor King w University of Oregon Gospel Singers will perform several concerts during the week of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Fueling Your Future Look ahead with NW N atural Guest artist Habib Iddrisa will join the Dance Africa troupe at the University of Oregon School of Music and Dance for a special Martin Luther King Jr. holiday concert. Two conceits scheduled for UO campus WE’RE ONE OF OREGON’S OLDEST COMPANIES, BUT WE’RE ALL ABOUT THE FUTURE. AT NW NATURAL, YOU’LL FIND: MOM TO GROW ROOM TO GIVE BACK No matter where you start at NW Natural, you'll have the opportunity to learn, develop We grew up here: That's the motto for our community involvement efforts, because the and progress. Our tuition reimbursement and mentoring programs - coupled with your communities we serve feel like family to us. That's why we have an active philanthropy own enthusiasm and skills - can set you on a lifetime career path. program, why we participate in civic projects around our service area, and why we support our employees' volunteer efforts in many ways. ROOM TO BE YOU NW Natural is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a diverse, inclusive work Visit the careers section at nwnatural.com/careers to learn more about what we do - force. We welcome your unique collection of skills, experiences and perspectives, so and what your future might hold. we can grow and learn together. NW NATURAL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, DEDICATED TO A DIVERSE, ROOM TO SERVE INCLUSIVE WORK FORCE. Our customers rank us among the top gas utilities in the nation for customer service. Whether answering phones, inspecting equipment, installing pipes or responding to emergencies, NW Natural employees take pride in their interactions with customers and the community. «î> NW Natural* The week of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday will see two exciting concerts spon sored by the University of Oregon School of Music and Dance, honoring the life and legacy of Dr. King. The UO Gospel Singers, under the direc tion o f ensemble conductor Andiel Brown, swept both the first and second annual Disney Gospel Choir Fest in 2010 and 2011. The free gospel concert scheduled for Monday, Jan. 21 will feature speakers and guest perform ers, not to mention the high-energy perfor mance style for which the UO gospel pro gram has become known. The year 2013 marks the 20th anniversary of the University of Oregon’s Dance Africa program, a Department of Dance repertory company. To commemorate Dance Africa’s legacy of celebrating the diverse dances of Africa, company co-founder and director Rita Honka has planned an engaging winter concert scheduled for January 24 through 26. The celebration will feature guest artists, as well as the return of Dance Africa alumni. The UO Gospel Singers Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Concert "Revival of A Dream" will take place on Monday, Jan. 21 at 3 p.m. at the Beall Concert Hall in the Frohnmayer Music Building. Admission is free. You’re invited to join the singers, guest performers and speakers for a powerful after noon of song celebrating the ideas of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The annual Dance Africa concerts will take place Thursday, Jan. 24 and Friday, Jan. 25 at 8 p.m.; and Saturday, Jan. 26 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. in Dougherty Dance Theatre, Gerlinger Annex. There is a $10 general admission charge and $5 for students. Tickets are available in advance from the UOTicket Office, 541-346-4363, and may be available at the door except in the case of a sold out performance.
