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INTERSECTIONS Presentations, Performances & Lectures
2/24-26/ 2011
"Crossing Borders, Challenging Boundaries"
This student-to-student dialogue will feature undergraduate students presenting academic work, leading discussions or giving performances relating to topics of diversity and inclusion. Responding to a variety of presentation and performance media,…
Keynote Presentation with Filmaker Daniel De Vito
Thursday February 24, Stewart Center 206, 7:00 PM
DiversiKey Capstone & Diversity Research Presentation
Friday February 25, Stewart Center 310, 2:30 pm
Friday February 25, Stewart Center Room 310, 4:00 pm
Rock the Walls! An Evening of Spoken Word Performance with guest emcee JG the JUGGANAUT
Friday February 25
PMU Union Commons, 7:00 pm
DiversiKey Callout!
1/19/2011, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PMDo You Have the Key to Global Success?!?! In today's diverse and global marketplace, professionals need the ability to utilize personal differences to effect positive change. Purdue University's DiversiKey Certificate Program was created to…
National Coming Out Day Celebration
10/6/2010, 10:00 AM to 2:30 PMThe event is aimed at making Purdue a more inclusive and welcoming campus community through information sharing to and about the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community. Coordinated by the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer…
DiversiKey Callout/Orientation Program
9/8/2010, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PMInterested in enrolling in the DiversiKey Certificate Program? Already enrolled, but have questions about completing the program? Attend our callout/orientation program to learn more! You'll get a chance to ask questions about participation, learn…
DiversiKey Callout / Orientation Program
9/7/2010, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMInterested in enrolling in the DiversiKey Certificate Program? Already enrolled, but have questions about completing the program? Attend our callout/orientation program to learn more! You'll get a chance to ask questions about participation, learn…
DiversiKey Sponsored Events
October Points Eligible Events
Saturday, October 2, 2010 - 10:00 a.m. - Latino Cultural Center
La Polilla Café: Book Club
Join our bilingual book club for a discussion of Esmeralda Santiago’s novel America’s Dream, about a woman from Puerto Rico who leaves her hotel cleaning job to be a nanny in Westchester, NY. America’s old life and new collide in this story about the woman’s youth and her outlook on her new life. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Monday, October 4, 2010 - 5:00 p.m. - Krannert Building Auditorium
Latino Heritage Month Keynote Lecture by Annette Martinez
Annette Martinez is vice president operations–human resources at State Farm Insurance, the highest ranking Latina at the company. She has played a crucial role in creating State Farm’s Diversity and Inclusion office. Her work has led to State Farm being recognized by several national Hispanic organizations and other renowned survey groups. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Tuesday, October 5, 2010 - 10:00-11:30 a.m. - STEW 214D
Tracing Your Native American Lineage
Information session and tips on how to trace your Native American lineage. Presented by Charmayne Champion-Shaw (Southern Cheyenne). (1 Point Interpersonal Development)
Wednesday, October 6, 2010 - 7:00 p.m. - Fowler Hall
Fight the Power with Black Power: Black Music and Political/Social Activism -Dr. Portia K. Maultsby,
Maultsby’s presentation will examine the ways soul and funk musicians promoted the ideology of Black Power among African Americans to help unify, rebuild, and sustain the community during an era of political and social change. Audience members will travel on a musical journey including soul, funk, rhythm and blues, and gospel. Presented by the Black Cultural Center. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Thursday, October 7, 2010 - 7:00 p.m. - BRNG 2280
Cummings-Perrucci Lecture on Class, Race, and Gender Inequality
Dr. Annette Gordon-Reed, Harvard University
Sponsored by African American StudiesProgram (1 Point Personal Growth)
Friday-Tuesday, October 8-12, 2010
BCC Research Tour - Philadelphia
Students will explore the Black Power Movement in Philadelphia by examining its core values of racial solidarity, cultural pride, and self-determination. Research tour participants will study the ideologies, personalities, and outcomes of the movement and the impact the movement had on intellectual and cultural life in the country. Presented by the Black Cultural Center. (Multiple Points Available)
October 12 - 6:00 - 9:00 pm - BRNG 1283
AASRC Film Series: "Louisiana on My Mind" : The Courage to Love
Sponsored by African American Studies Program. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Tuesday, October 12, 2010 - 8:00 a.m. –5:00 p.m. - Indianapolis Marriott East Hotel
Latino Women Agents of Change
Daylong conference includes workshops on diabetes and tobacco, business ownership mentoring, leadership and action, and personal development. The keynote speaker will be Maria Marin, an international motivational speaker who will talk about “negotiation and confidence.” For more information, please visit www.agentsofchange.eventbrite.com. (Multiple Points Available)
Wednesday, October 20 - 6:00-7:30 p.m. - WSLR 116
Examining Native American Identity through Films
Images depicting Native Americans in the media often attribute to negative stereotypes. Films such as Avatar, Twilight, Peter Pan, and Business of Fancydancing will be examined followed by discussion with Native students. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Friday & Saturday, October 22 & 23, 2010 - 7:00 p.m. - Black Cultural Center
BCC Coffee House featuring Performing Arts Ensembles
Performing Arts Ensembles will present a glimpse of the material acquired during the research tour to Philadelphia. Presented by the Black Cultural Center. (1 Point Personal Growth for Attendance, Multiple Points for Participation)
CALLOUTS , WORKSHOPS AND OTHER PROGRAMS
DiversiKey Workshop: Key #1 Developing Awareness
- Wednesday, October 27, 2010 – 7:00 p.m. – Beering Hall B230
This workshop will explore the following competencies: Diversity Awareness, Cultural Awareness, Self-Identity and Self-Reflection. (1 Point Personal Growth)
DiversiKey Workshop: Key #2 Increasing Knowledge
- Wednesday, November 3, 2010 – 7:00 p.m. – Beering Hall B230
This workshop will explore the following competencies: Sociopolitical Awareness, Legal Knowledge, Cross-cultural Communication, and Management Skills. (1 Point Interpersonal Development)
DiversiKey Workshop: Key #3 Encouraging Action
- Wednesday, November 10, 2010 – 7:00 p.m. – Beering Hall B230
T his workshop will explore the following competencies: Positive Affect, Commitment to Inclusion, Teamwork and Conflict Resolution. (1 Point Community Involvement)
Other Events (eligible for points)
PREVIOUS EVENTS
PREVIOUS EVENTS --Fall 2010
DiversiKey Callout / Orientation Program!
- Tuesday, September 7, 2010 - 7:00 p.m. - Lawson Hall 1142
Interested in pursuing the DiversiKey Certificate Program? Attend our callout to learn more about the program requirements and get a chance to meet L.E.A.D. Peer Mentors!
DiversiKey Callout / Orientation Program!
- Wednesday, September 8, 2010 - 5:30 p.m. - Lawson Hall 1142
Interested in pursuing the DiversiKey Certificate Program? Attend our callout to learn more about the program requirements and get a chance to meet L.E.A.D. Peer Mentors!
DiversiKey Workshop: Key #1 Developing Awareness
- Tuesday, September 14, 2010 – 7:00 p.m. – Beering Hall B230
This workshop will explore the following competencies: Diversity Awareness, Cultural Awareness, Self-Identity and Self-Reflection. (1 Point Personal Growth)
DiversiKey Workshop: Key #2 Increasing Knowledge
- Tuesday, September 21, 2010 – 7:00 p.m. – Beering Hall B230
This workshop will explore the following competencies: Sociopolitical Awareness, Legal Knowledge, Cross-cultural Communication, and Management Skills. (1 Point Interpersonal Development)
DiversiKey Workshop: Key #3 Encouraging Action
- Tuesday, September 28, 2010 – 7:00 p.m. – Beering Hall B230
This workshop will explore the following competencies: Positive Affect, Commitment to Inclusion, Teamwork and Conflict Resolution. (1 Point Community Involvement)
PREVIOUS EVENTS --2009
Are Two Enough? Transgenderism, Intersexuality and the Assumed Gender Dichotomy
Friday, November 20, 2009 – 3:30 – Stewart Center 206
At this special event sponsored by the Diversity Resource Office, Dr. Kand McQueen, faculty at Indiana State University, will give a presentation titled “Are Two Enough? Transgenderism, Intersexuality and the Assumed Gender Dichotomy.” Dr. McQueen’s research interests include assessing attitudes toward the atypically gendered and deconstructing the two-and-only-two sex/two gender paradigm. This event is free and open to the public.
DiversiKey Callout!
Thursday, January 21, 2010 – 7:00 p.m. – Beering Hall 1268
Interested in pursuing the DiversiKey Certificate Program? Attend our callout to learn more about the program requirements and get a chance to meet L.E.A.D. Peer Mentors.
DiversiKey Workshop: Key #1 Developing Awareness
Tuesday, January 26, 2010 – 7:00 p.m. – Beering Hall 1260
This workshop will explore the following competencies: Diversity Awareness, Cultural Awareness, Self-Identity and Self-Reflection. (1 Point Personal Growth)
DiversiKey Workshop: Key #2 Increasing Knowledge
Tuesday, February 2, 2010 – 7:00 p.m. – Beering Hall 1260
This workshop will explore the following competencies: Sociopolitical Awareness, Legal Knowledge, Cross-cultural Communication, and Management Skills. (1 Point Interpersonal Development)
DiversiKey Workshop: Key #3 Encouraging Action
Tuesday, February 9, 2010 – 7:00 p.m. – Beering Hall 1260
This workshop will explore the following competencies: Positive Affect, Commitment to Inclusion, Teamwork and Conflict Resolution. (1 Point Community Involvement)
DIVERSITY CAFÉ FILM SERIES
Diversity Café Film Screening: Skins
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 – 7:00 p.m. – Lawson 1142
Rudy Yellow Lodge is an investigator with the police department and witnesses firsthand the painful legacy of Indian existence. Although rampant unemployment, alcoholism and domestic violence are the norm for many reservation inhabitants, Rudy has largely escaped this cycle of despair. His brother Mogie, however, has not. Now faced with the discovery of a bloodied body, a flaming liquor store just off native land that sells millions of cans of beer a year to the native population, and his brother's ongoing self-destruction, Rudy goes on a quest to avenge himself, his family, and his culture and to seek justice. (1 point Personal Growth)
Diversity Café Film Screening: La Misma Luna (English Title: Under the Same Moon)
Thursday, January 28, 2010 – 7:00 p.m. – Lawson 1142
In La Misma Luna (The Same Moon), director Patricia Riggen gives us the parallel stories of nine-year-old Carlitos and his mother, Rosario. In the hopes of providing a better life for her son, Rosario works illegally in the U.S. while her mother cares for Carlitos back in Mexico. Unexpected circumstances drive both Rosario and Carlitos to embark on their own journeys in a desperate attempt to reunite. (1 point Personal Growth)
Diversity Café Film Screening: Entre Les Murs (English Title: The Class)
Tuesday, March 9, 2010 – 7:00 p.m. – Lawson 1142
Chronicling a year in the life of a junior high school class in a rougher section of Paris, this film focuses on cultural challenges and the uneasy-yet-inescapable mix of cultures and races in the classroom. In the film, students and their teacher are going through a series of challenges and opportunities that will be familiar to anyone who's ever gone to school: the tedium of work, the charged-yet-collegial relationship between student and teacher, the subdivisions in the halls. (1 point Personal Growth)
Diversity Café Film Screening: Ma Vie En Rose (English Title: My Life in Pink)
Thursday, April 8, 2010 – 7:00 p.m. – Lawson 1142
This Belgian film tells the story of Ludovic, a child who was born male but consistently insists that he is supposed to be a girl. The film shows the struggle over gender identity that he and his family experience. (1 point Personal Growth)
CONFERENCES
INTERSECTIONS – A Student Conference on Diversity
Thursday, February 18 - Saturday, February 20, 2010 – TBD– Multiple Locations
More information coming soon. (Multiple Points Available)
Other Events (eligible for points)
Byron Hurt- Hip Hop: Beyond Beats and Rhymes
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 – 7:00 p.m. Fowler Hall, Stewart Center
Hip Hop: Beyond Beats and Rhymes is a riveting documentary that examines representations of gender roles in Hip Hop and Rap music through the lens of filmmaker Byron Hurt. Hurt examines issues of masculinity, sexism, violence, and homophobia in today’s Hip Hop culture. Byron Hurt will lead a discussion immediately following the film. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Eiteljorg Museum Partnership Cultural Presentation: Kelly Church
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 – 3:00-4:00 p.m. – STEW 214 CD
As part of Native American Heritage Month, Kelly Church (Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa) is the Artist in Residence at the Eiteljorg Museum. Kelly’s presentation will focus on her black ash basket weaving, and she will share her artistic knowledge. Free! Jointly sponsored by the Purdue Department of Entomology. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Noon Lecture Series: “Is An Alternative Capitalism Possible? Hints from Jewish and Japanese Thought”
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 – 12:30 p.m. – Beering Hall 1255
Rabbi Dr. Daniel P. Aldrich, Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at Purdue University. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Arts and Crafts Presentation: Native American Beadwork
Thursday, November 19, 2009 – 2:00-4:00 p.m. – NAECC
A local Native artist will conduct a beadwork presentation and demonstrate artwork. Free! (1 Point Personal Growth)
A Day in the Life of: students who identify as secular or non-theist
Wednesday, December 2, 2009 – 12:00-1:30p.m. –STEW 313
Students with secular or non-theistic belief systems face challenges in their daily lives that are surprisingly similar to other minority groups. Find out how these challenges translate into their campus experiences and impressions of campus climate. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Black Cultural Center: Cultural Arts Festival
Friday, December 4, 2009 – 7:00 p.m. Loeb Playhouse, Stewart Center
Featuring BCC Performing Arts Ensembles. Admission: General Public $7, Purdue Students $5 (1 Point Personal Growth)
A Day in the Life of: students with various campus living experiences
Wednesday, January 20, 2010 – 12:00-1:30p.m. –STEW 313
Campus living situations as a diversity issue? Yes! We've heard that students who live on- versus off-campus, in residence halls versus apartments, in Greek housing versus non-Greek, all experience the campus differently and feel differently-treated by fellow students, staff, and faculty. Our panel of students for this program will feature students representing a variety of campus living situations. (1 Point Personal Growth)
A Day in the Life of: students with eating disorders
Wednesday, February 3, 2010 – 12:00-1:30p.m. –STEW 314
Find out how the unique pressures and experiences of college students can influence the daily struggle to improve body image and manage an eating disorder. How can we as faculty, staff, and fellow students work to create a more supportive, welcoming campus environment for our panelists? (1 Point Personal Growth)
African Americans in the Marine Corps
Thursday, February 11, 2010 – 3:00 p.m. STEW 313
Lt. Michael Porfirio (1 Point Personal Growth)
A Day in the Life of: students who are vegetarian or vegan
Wednesday, February 17, 2010 – 12:00-1:30p.m. –STEW 314
Students have a variety of reasons for identifying as vegetarian or vegan. While awareness of these identities has increased in recent years, students who are vegetarian or vegan still face challenges around the University. Come learn from our panel of students about their reasons for choosing vegetarianism or veganism and how they adapt to the campus environment. (1 Point Personal Growth)
WEB Du Bois Pan African Lecture Series
Thursday, February 18, 2010 – 3:00 p.m. STEW 314
Dr. Stanlie M. James (1 Point Personal Growth)
Harriet Jacobs Lecture Series
Tuesday, March 2, 2010 – 3:00 p.m. STEW 202
Dr. Carol Henderson (1 Point Personal Growth)
A Day in the Life of: students who are veterans
Wednesday, March 3, 2010 – 12:00-1:30p.m. –STEW 314
Campuses around the country are experiencing an influx of student veterans and are rushing to meet their needs as they pursue academic goals. Come learn about the unique challenges faced by our returning veteran students. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Talkin’ & Testifyn’ Works in Progress
Tuesday, April 6, 2010 – 3:00 p.m. STEW 313
Dr. Joseph Dorsey (1 Point Personal Growth)
A Day in the Life of: non-traditional students
Wednesday, April 7, 2010 – 12:00-1:30p.m. –LWSN 1142
Generational diversity and ageism are issues that are often overlooked. Non-traditional students also include younger students trying to accommodate a career while pursuing a degree. Join us as we give some attention to the challenges faced by non-traditional students at Purdue. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Closing wrap-up of "A Day in the Life" series
Wednesday, April 23, 2010 – 12:00-1:30p.m. – STEW 318
This program will invite you to look back over the content of the Day in the Life series. We will discuss some common threads and themes that surfaced in each program. We will also listen to your feedback on what was helpful, where we need improvement, new topics we should cover next year and topics from this year you would like to see covered more in-depth. (1 Point Community Involvement)
DiversiKey Callout/Orientation
Wednesday, September 02, 2009 – 7:00 p.m. – Beering Hall 1230
This callout/orientation program will explain the basics of the DiversiKey program and how to participate.
DiversiKey Callout/Orientation
Thursday, September 03, 2009 – 5:00 p.m. – Beering Hall 1230
This callout/orientation program will explain the basics of the DiversiKey program and how to participate.
DiversiKey Workshop: Key #1 Developing Awareness
Wednesday, September 09, 2009 – 7:00 p.m. – Lawson 1142
This workshop will explore the following competencies: Diversity Awareness, Cultural Awareness, Self-Identity and Self-Reflection. (1 Point Personal Growth)
“Medieval and Renaissance Studies Annual Symposium: Jews and Judaism in Medieval Europe”
Monday, September 14, 2009 – 7:30 p.m. – Krannert Auditorium
Speakers: David Nirenberg, Deborah R. and Edgar D. Janotta Professor of Medieval History and Social Thought from the University of Chicago, “The Unbearable Jewishness of Being in Medieval Spain” and Andrew Scheil, Associate Professor of English, University of Minnesota, “Paradigms of Transition: Jews and the Discourse of Renewal in Anglo- Saxon England.” Co-sponsored by the Department of English, Interdisciplinary Studies, the Jewish Studies Program, and Medieval and Renaissance Studies (MARS), Purdue University. (1 Point Personal Growth)
DiversiKey Workshop: Key #2 Increasing Knowledge
Wednesday, September 16, 2009 – 7:00 p.m. – Lawson 1142
This workshop will explore the following competencies: Sociopolitical Awareness, Legal Knowledge, Cross-cultural Communication, and Management Skills. (1 Point Interpersonal Development)
“Jewish Pirates of the Atlantic World”: Noon Lecture Series
Wednesday, September 16, 2009 – 12:30 p.m. – Stewart Center 318
Saul Lerner, Professor in the Department of History and Political Science at Purdue Calumet, reviews the historiography of Jewish maritime activity following the discovery of the New World. Saul Lerner reflects on the recent perspective of the Atlantic World, rather than the older emphasis on national entities. (1 Point Personal Growth)Diversity Café: Green Week Film Screening
Monday, September 21, 2009 – 7:00 p.m. – RAWL 1086
This event features a film screening of “Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai”. For more Green Week events, visit www.purdue.edu/sustainability (1 Point Personal Growth)
DiversiKey Workshop: Key #3 Encouraging Action
Wednesday, September 23, 2009 – 7:00 p.m. – Lawson 1142
This workshop will explore the following competencies: Positive Affect, Commitment to Inclusion, Teamwork and Conflict Resolution. (1 Point Community Involvement)
A Day in the Life of Students who are non-native English speakers
Wednesday, September 23, 2009 – 12:00-1:30p.m. – HAAS G066
Hear about the experiences of students who came to campus while still learning English. What is the climate at Purdue for these non-native English speakers? Are there ways in which our campus can be more welcoming toward students who are still learning English. (1 Point Personal Growth)
The LGBTIQ Movement in Indonesia – Dr. Dédé Oetomo
Monday, September 28, 2009 – 4:00-5:30 p.m. – Dean’s Auditorium, Pfendler Hall (Room 241)
As one of the leading activists and intellects in the LGBTIQ movement in Indonesia, Dr. Oetomo will chronicle the history and development of the movement from the second half of the 1960’s to the present. He will discuss the importance of alliance building strategies in the development and organization of gender and sexual minority groups in Indonesia. Part of the Fall 2009 Anthropology Colloquium Series. Co-sponsored by the Asian Studies Program, the Women’s Studies Program, the American Studies Program and the Diversity Resource Office. (1 Point Personal Growth)
HFS Cultural Night: Hawaiian Culture & Heritage
Tuesday, September 29, 2009 – 5:00-7:00 p.m. – Wiley Dining Court
Housing and Food Services will host this event as part of the Cultural Nights: Cultural Journeys through Food, Music and Crafts series. This event will celebrate Hawaiian Culture & Heritage. For those not on a meal plan, the cost for dinner will be $9.97 per adult. For more information, visit www.housing.purdue.edu/HRmulticultural or contact Willie Cruz at wcruz@purdue.edu. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Will Power – Actor/Rapper/Playwright/Educator
Tuesday, September 29, 2009 – 7:00 p.m. Fowler Hall, Stewart Center
A pioneer in the genre of Hip Hop Theatre, Power has created his own style of theatrical communication, fusing original music, rhymed language, and dynamic choreography to produce a compelling evening of work. (1 Point Personal Growth)
John Well-Off-Man (Ojibwe/Cree)- Printmaker and Photographer
Tuesday, September 29, 2009 – 3:00-4:30 p.m. Stewart Center 202
Come hear about John Well-Off-Man’s journey in photography and printmaking. He has produced many great exhibits for the Missoula Historical Society and the Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library of the University of Montana. He also produced the visual exhibit “Their Eyes Tell Everything,” a photo-history for the Montana Chippewa-Cree and now resides at the Montana Museum of Art & Culture. (1Point Personal Growth)
Eddie Bushyhead & Jerry Wolfe
Thursday, October 1, 2009 – 1:00-3:30 p.m. Stewart Center 314
The Eastern Band Cherokee Indians of North Carolina and the NAECC embark on a new adventure featuring Cherokee elders, scholars, artists, and historians on campus to share their Native knowledge and personal stories of perseverance. “Trail of Tears” episode of the “We Shall Remain” PBS documentary will be featured as part of this presentation. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Historic Neighborhood Tour: LCC
Saturday, October 3, 2009 – 5:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. – Detroit, Michigan
Join the LCC as we explore Detroit, Michigan. There will be a tour of Rivera Court at the Detroit Institute of Art, showcasing one of famous Mexican muralist Diego Rivera’s most important piece in the United States, Detroit Industry. There will also be tours of South West Detroit’s diverse and historical Corktown and Mexicantown neighborhoods. Register to attend this tour by stopping by the LCC. (3 Points Interpersonal Development)
Black at Purdue- Red Carpet World Premiere
Friday, October 2, 2009 – 8:00 p.m. Loeb Playhouse
Film Screening
Homecoming Celebration
Friday-Sunday, October 2-4, 2009
In honor of the 40th anniversary of the Purdue Black Cultural Center
A Day in the Life of who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning (LGBTQ)
Wednesday, October 7, 2009 – 12:00-1:30p.m. – HAAS G066
The fear of living openly as an LGBTQ student often means their experiences are ignored or misrepresented by those who try to speak on their behalf. Come hear directly from LGBTQ students at Purdue what a day in their lives on campus can be like. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Dr. Helena Maria Viramontes Lecture: LCC
Thursday, October 8, 2009 – 4:00 p.m. – Stewart 218
Join the LCC, Latin American and Latino Studies, and others as we welcome award winning Chicana author Dr. Helena Maria Viramontes to Purdue University. Dr. Viramontes is the recipient of numerous awards and distinctions for her literature. Dr. Viramontes is currently Professor of Creative Writing in the Department of English at Cornell University. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Dr. Helena Maria Viramontes: Book Reading
Friday, October 9, 2009 – 12:00 p.m. – Anniversary Drawing Room, Purdue Memorial Union
Join Dr. Helena Maria Viramontes as she shares selections from her award winning literary works. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Field Research Tour- Bronx, New York
Friday-Monday, October 9-12
Open only to current students in BCC Performing Arts Ensembles. BCC students will explore the birth of Hip Hop in the streets and alleys of the Bronx. Through the prism of MCing, DJing, writing (Aerosal art), and dance, students will explore Hip Hop not only for its entertainment value but also in context with political, social, and global events. Participants will visit historical landmarks and museums and engage in master classes with local arts organizations. (1 Point Personal Growth)
History/African American Studies: Public Lecture
Thursday, October 15, 2009 – 7:00 p.m. Lawson Hall 1142
Tera Hunter, Professor of History.(1 Point Personal Growth)
“Teaching Hebrew at Purdue”: Noon Lecture Series
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 – 12:00 p.m. – Stewart Center 320
Alon Kantor, Continuing Lecturer (Modern Hebrew), Department of Languages and Literature at Purdue University. (1 Point Personal Growth)
HFS Cultural Night: Diwali
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 – 5:00-7:00 p.m. – Earhart Dining Court
Housing and Food Services will host this event as part of the Cultural Nights: Cultural Journeys through Food, Music and Crafts series. This event will celebrate the Hindu holiday of Diwali. For those not on a meal plan, the cost for dinner will be $9.97 per adult. For more information, visit www.housing.purdue.edu/HRmulticultural or contact Willie Cruz at wcruz@purdue.edu. (1 Point Personal Growth)
2nd Annual Larry Axel Memorial Lecture
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 – 8:00 p.m. – Krannert Auditorium
Marjorie Suchocki, Claremont School of Theology, “The Promise of Incorporating the Art of Film into Theological Reflection.” Co-sponsored by the Purdue Religious Studies and Jewish Studies Programs. (1 Point Personal Growth)
A Day in the Life of students with disabilities
Wednesday, October 21, 2009 – 12:00-1:30p.m. – STEW 314
Access to course material and information, campus mobility, and being open about an invisible disability are just some of the challenges students with disabilities face on campus. Come participate in a group discussion as students with disabilities share their daily life and college experiences. (1 Point Personal Growth)
BCC Coffee House
Friday & Saturday, October 23 & 24, 2009 – 7:00 p.m.
Performing Arts Ensemble Showcase will present a glimpse of the material acquired during the field research trip to Bronx, New York.
Global Diversity Café: The Namesake
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 – 7:00 p.m. – Lawson 1142
Spanning two generations, two clashing cultures and two very different ways of life that crash into each other only to become lovingly intertwined, The Namesake is ultimately about that imminently relevant question: what does it mean to be an American family? In her most personal film to date, Nair brings to the screen a poignant and transporting version of Jhumpa Lahiri's novel, which won reader's hearts across the world with its exploration of the ties that can both tangle and bind global families as they brave the modern vicissitudes of change, conflict and disaster. (1 point Personal Growth)
HFS Cultural Night: Mexican and Mexican-American Culture
Tuesday, November 3, 2009 – 5:00-7:00 p.m. – Hillenbrand Dining Court
Housing and Food Services will host this event as part of the Cultural Nights: Cultural Journeys through Food, Music and Crafts series. This event will celebrate Mexican and Mexican-American culture. For those not on a meal plan, the cost for dinner will be $9.97 per adult. For more information, visit www.housing.purdue.edu/HRmulticultural or contact Willie Cruz at wcruz@purdue.edu. (1 Point Personal Growth)
A Day in the Life of U.S. students of color
Wednesday, November 4, 2009 – 12:00-1:30p.m. – STEW 314
As the higher education landscape for students of color continues to evolve, how are these changes affecting the daily experiences of our students at Purdue? Find out how some students of color perceive the climate on our campus and what faculty, staff, and fellow students can do to promote a welcoming, inclusive community. (1 Point Personal Growth)
Keynote Speaker
Thursday, November 5, 2009 – 7:00 p.m. STEW 322
Dr. Rosalyn Terborg- Penn (1 Point Personal Growth)
African American Studies 25th Annual Symposium on Culture & Philosophy
Monday-Wednesday, November 5-7, 2009 – STEW
“New Directions in Feminism and Womanism in Africa and the African American Diaspora” (Multiple Points Available)
CONNECTIONS Conference
Saturday, November 7, 2009 – Rawls Hall
Join us for the debut of the newest student diversity conference, CONNECTIONS. Designed to provide interactive workshops that build leadership in diversity and inclusion, CONNECTIONS will be an engaging and inspiring all-day event. Check back soon for more information! (Multiple Points Available)
Native American Heritage Month: "Tecumseh's Vision"
Wednesday, November 11, 2009 – 1:00p.m. - Pfendler Hall, Room 241
Screening of "Tecumseh's Vision" episode of the PBS documentary We Shall Remain that establishes Native American history as an essential part of U.S. History.
Dawn marsh, assistant professor of history at Purdue, will moderate a distcusstion following the screening.
Dr. Benjamin Chavis- Hip Hop Summit Action Network
Wednesday, November 11, 2009 – 7:00 p.m. – Fowler Hall, Stewart Center
Founded in 2001, the Hip Hop Summit Action Network (HSAN) is dedicated to harnessing the cultural relevance of Hip Hop music to serve as a catalyst for education advocacy and other societal concerns fundamental to the empowerment of youth. HSAN is a nonprofit, non-partisan national coalition of Hip Hop artists, entertainment industry leader, education advocates, civil rights proponents, and youth leaders united in the belief Hip Hop is an enormously influential agent for social change. (1 Point Personal Growth)