Ward Churchill, the CU professor who was recently dismissed from the university, is coming to a classroom near you, but don't expect to receive any credit for it.

The Campus Press is reporting today that students have invited the embattled professor to come back and teach a class called "ReVisioning American History: Colonization, Genocide and the Formation of the U.S. Settler State" on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. You can read the whole story about it by clicking here.

According to the article, there will be no tests because it is not being taught for credit. Churchill also apparently told the reporter that he will teach the class in his own style, which "doesn't always include the truth."

Also going on is the news that some business owners want to ban smoking outside on the Pearl Street Mall.

Various news outlets reported on this story earlier this week, but it was lost amidst all the chaos surrounding the Rockies winning the NL Wild Card. You can read more about the Daily Camera's story, however, by clicking here.

According to the story, some of the business owners are asking the city of Boulder to ban smoking within 50 feet of entrances. That would effectively ban smoking on the entire mall.

And although some people think that would be a good idea, because it would attract more people to the district and keep the patrons healthier, smokers are up in arms over the proposed rules.

What do you think about the proposed law change? Are you a smoker who feels like you are having your rights infringed on? Perhaps you are sick of having to wade your way through smoke just to shop in the area. Whatever your opinion is on the topic, we want to read about it. You can post your own story about it or why not start a blog? It's free to register and after that, you can use the site to its full potential.

Events
Here are a few things that you can do this weekend around Boulder.

-Fiske Planetarium, 2414 Regent Drive, will feature Keith Gleason on an historic tour of Boulder as you've never seen it from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 5. Thanks to World War Two and the Cold War, Boulder grew from a sleepy mountain town to a dynamic hub of space science research and innovation. Consider what comes next as Boulder continues to grow in space science leadership and scientific expertise.

-Thetrio Henry and Rob have been growing a appreciative following in Boulder Colorado in their nearly 15 year musical journey together. The band features Henry Raibourn on vocals and guitar, vocalist, guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist Rob Ober, and bassist Steve VanZandt. They will be performing from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Oct. 5 at Rock 'N Soul Café, 5290 Arapahoe Ave. For more information, call 303-443-5108.

-If you are younger than 17 and an aspiring filmmaker, this event at New Vista High School, 20 th Street and Baseline Road, is for you. The Shoot Out 24 Hour Filmmaking Festival will be holding a workshop called Fast Films at New Vista High School from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 6. The event is billed to help inspire students to make a short, fast film and help kids find their own personal vision. The workshop is free, but there is a suggested donation of $20 per team. Make sure to bring your lunch. For more information, visit www.theshootoutboulder.com. To register, call Rebecca at 303-440-0790.

-Wild Bear Center for Nature Discovery invites families and friends to attend the seventh Annual Enchanted Forest on Oct. 6 from 2:30 to 8 p.m. at the Enchanted Forest between Nederland and the Indian Peaks Wildlife Area. The shuttle will leave for the forest every five minutes. Guided forest tours to meet friendly forest animals. Activities, drinks, snacks, face painting and music around the campfire will be ongoing. Advance tickets are $6 and are available at Wild Bear Center for Nature Discovery. Tickets the day of the event are $7. Admission is free for children 2 years old and under. Meet at Nederland Elementary to catch the bus for the 5 min. ride to Mud Lake & the Enchanted Forest. From Nederland traffic circle, take Hwy 72 one mile north toward Estes Park, turn left at Indian Peaks Rd. and park at Nederland Elementary School. For more information, call 303-258-0495.

News
-The Campus Press has a s tory about the first ever CU Environmental Justice Forum.

-The Colorado Daily has a story about the Meet the Candidates event happening on the campus tonight.

-Finally, The Denver Post has a story about the renovation of the Leeds School of Business.