November
19
NAECC Distinguished Alumni Speaker Series
Justin McHorse
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. - STEW 314
Justin McHorse (Taos Pueblo) is the Director of the American Indian Program at New Mexico State University and holds an MBA from the Purdue Krannert School of Management. McHorse will speak on the challenges of maintaining Native identity in the 21st century including the importance of the return of Native to tribal communities. Sponsored by the Native American Educational and Cultural Center and Krannert School of Management. Target audience: Purdue University community and general public
November
19
Film: How to Survive a Plague 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. - Krannert Auditorium
How to Survive a Plague is the story of two coalitions— ACT UP and TAG (Treatment Action Group)—whose activism and innovation turned AIDS from a death sentence into a manageable condition. Despite having no scientific training, these self-made activists infiltrated the pharmaceutical industry and helped identify promising new drugs, moving them from experimental trials to patients in record time. Filmmaker David France puts the viewer smack in the middle of the controversial actions, the heated meetings, the heartbreaking failures, and the exultant breakthroughs of heroes in the making. Sponsored by the LGBTQ Center and the LGBTQ Student Alliance. Target Audience: Purdue University community and general public
November
20
Transgender Day of Remembrance 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. - TBD
Transgender Day of Remembrance is a memorial for all transgender and gender non-conforming individuals who have been killed because of who they are. This day calls attention to the continued violence endured by the transgender community and raises awareness about ways to be supportive, provide resources, and create a more inclusive and safe environment for all. Join us for a candlelight vigil, reading of names, and important dialogues about gender identity and expression on campus. Sponsored by the LGBTQ Center, the National Organization of Gay and Lesbian Scientists and Technical Professionals, and the LGBTQ Student Alliance. Target Audience: Purdue University community and general public
November
21
Contemporary Natives: Looking Beyond the Historical Stoic Indians
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. - The Gathering Place, Meredith Hall
First impressions of Native American people often result in textbook images of tipis, buffalos and historical figures of the past. This panel presentation will raise the awareness of current issues taking place within tribal communities such as Native identity, health issues and the common misconceptions. Panelist will include Purdue Native American faculty, students and staff. Pre-registration is required. Sponsored by the Native American Educational and Cultural Center and Housing and Food Services Cultural Programs Office. Target audience: Purdue University Housing and Food Services staff
DECEMBER December
6
Cultural Arts Festival- “Gullah Folklore: (Re)Membering Our Pathways Through Low Country Legacies” 7:00 p.m. - Loeb Playhouse
A theatrical presentation of the Gullah/Gheeche Low Country cultural heritage Admission: General Public - $7; Purdue Students - $5 Sponsored by the Black Cultural Center. Target Audience: Purdue faculty, staff, students and general public
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