Shell-model Monte Carlo calculations near N = Z

The pairing and structure of nuclei near N = Z is described in the framework of shell-model Monte Carlo (SMMC) calculations. Principal results include the enhancement of J=0, T=1 proton-neutron pairing at N=Z nuclei, and the marked difference of thermal properties between even-even and odd-odd N=Z nuclei. Additionally I will present a study of the rotational properties for the T=1 (ground state), and T=0 band mixing seen in {sup 74}Rb