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NEWS & EVENTS
The XXVIII Spanish and Latin American Conference April 20, 2007 9:30 AM. to 5:30 PM Fore more info, please visit: http://www.galoppe.com/conference/ *** Forum on International Issues Sponsored by Latin American and Latino Studies, the Global Education Center, The Latin American Student Organization, the Department of History, and the Department of Political Science and Law
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
1:00-2:15 PM
Ted Goertzel
Rutgers
University Camden Stephanie Golob Baruch-CUNY
MSU Panel Ted Goertzel is the author of Fernando Henrique Cardoso: Reinventing Democracy in Brazil. He is currently working on a book on politics under President Lula da Silva and articles on political corruption.
Stephanie
Golob, an expert in Latin America and international trade, has published
in World Politics, Democratization, and other scholarly journals.
She has won a Fulbright, a Mellon, a Whiting, and other fellowships. For questions contact Tony Spanakos, Political Science (973) 655-7575
*** Latino Psychological Association of New Jersey's Annual Conference Friday, November 17, 2006 9:00 AM-4:30 PM The annual LPANJ conference highlights issues and techniques relevant to Latino psychology. Clinicians, researchers and students will benefit from presentations designed to broaden their knowledge and enhance their skills in providing services to and conducting research on this traditionally under-served segment of the community. To register, please visit the LPANJ website at www.lpanj.org.
*** Second Annual Diversity Week
at
Sponsored by Equity & Diversity Programs at the Women’s Center and The Office of Education and Community Outreach, College of the Arts
Saturday, November 11 “I am…stories in portraiture” Photo Exhibit of MSU Faculty, Staff, and Students Photography by Mike Peters, Department of Communications and Marketing
Opening reception,
Memorial Auditorium Lobby, Life Hall
(Exhibit will run through
Monday, November 13
The
Mandala Project,
The word “mandala” means circle, and represents the beginning and the end. In Tibetan tradition, mandalas represent the wholeness and connectedness of the Universe. The Mandala Project is a collective work of art created by MSU students, staff and faculty. Come view the collective mandala as we celebrate the beauty of diversity on our campus.
Conversations on Affirmative Action,
Panelists include members from the President’s Committee on Affirmative Action Moderated by leaders of the Student Government Association and affiliated organizations
Mandela Awards for Excellence in Diversity,
Reception and awards ceremony for members of the MSU community who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in diversity on campus.
OSAU
Harvest Ball,
The Organization of Students for African Unity celebrates its annual Harvest Ball, a pre-Thanksgiving dinner and celebration featuring guest speaker. Open to all.
Tuesday, November 14
The
Mandala Project,
Come view the collective mandala display created by MSU students, staff and faculty as we celebrate the beauty of diversity on our campus.
Traditional Latin American Costume Poster Display,
Compiled and presented by the Latin American Student Organization
Wednesday, November 15
Going
Beyond “Hotel Rwanda”: Understanding Ethnic Conflict in
Presented by Dr. Leopold Munyakazi, Department of Modern Languages and Literatures
Brantl Lecture Hall, Dickson Hall,
Sponsored by MSU’s
Where
do you Stand? Pro-Choice vs. Pro-Life,
A student-to-student discussion on the different belief systems regarding Reproductive Rights. Sponsored by VOX: Voices for Planned Parenthood, Chi Upsilon Sigma Sorority, and WAVES (We Achieve Victory, Equality, and Solidarity).
Thursday, November 16
Film
screening: In the Time of the Butterflies,
A
film and discussion based on the Julia Alvarez novel. This movie is
inspired by the true story of the Mirabal Sisters, or “las Mariposas,” who
in 1960 were murdered for their part in the underground plot to overthrow
the government in the
Friday, November 17
The
Latino Psychology Association of
RSVP on-line: http://www.lpanj.org/
For more information on Diversity Week, contact Marie Sparks at 973-655-7070 Or the Women’s Center, 973-655-5114 or Montclair.edu/womenscenter
A collaboration of Equity and Diversity Programs at the Women’s Center, the School of the Arts’ Office of Education and Community Outreach and Art Galleries, President’s Commission on Affirmative Action, Alumni Relations, Office of the Dean of Students, the Global Education Center, GLFSA, HRLDA, the Latin American and Latino Studies Department, Unified Asian American Student Organization (UAASO), the Latin American Student Organization (LASO), the Organization of Students for African Unity (OSAU), VOX: Voices for Planned Parenthood, We Achieve Victory Equality and Solidarity (WAVES), Chi Upsilon Sigma Sorority, and Students Against Violence.
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