Division of Student Affairs • Multicultural & International Student Programs Office
ASIAN/PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH “Expressing Our Culture: Expanding Our Awareness” Japanese Fan, 19th Century Ivory with gold lacquer, 10 x 15.75 in. Hofstra University Museum Collections, Gift of Albert M. Baer, HU70.3
Spirit and Identity: Melanesian Works From the Hofstra University Museum Collections Exhibition on view through July 31, 2014 Daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, Ninth Floor, South Campus
The exhibit offers a range of ethnographic artworks and objects created by members of the distinct regional communities of the South Pacific, including ancestral figures, ceremonial masks, warrior shields, and ritualized practical objects crafted from natural materials sourced from sacred sites within the territory of each individual culture. Sponsored by the Hofstra University Museum Contact: tiffany.m.jordan@hofstra.edu
Oceanic, Melanesian, Abelam peoples Papua New Guinea, Sepik River, Maprik Region Human Head and Bird Post for Yam Ceremony, c. 1950s Wood, polychrome pigment, 39 x 5 x 14 in. Hofstra University Museum Collections, Gift of Cedric H. Marks, HU 73.88
Asian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month Reception Wednesday, April 2 11:15 a.m. Plaza Rooms, Sondra and David S. Mack Student Center, North Campus
Join the Hofstra community as we kick off Asian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The program will feature keynote speaker Christina Sunardi, assistant professor in the Ethnomusicology Program at the University of Washington School of Music. Sponsored by the Multicultural & International Student Programs Office Contact: Annick.Aska@hofstra.edu
The Horsemen of The Lion City: Kupa Kepang, Islamic Piety and Identity Politics at Play in Singapore’s Malay Community Monday, April 7 3 p.m. Ando Hiroshige (Japanese, 1797-1858) Harima Province: Maiko Beach from the series Famous Places in the Sixty-odd Provinces, 1853-1856 Woodblock print, ink and color on paper, 13.5 x 8.937 in. Hofstra University Museum Collections, Gift of Helen Goldberg, HU2001.16.1
The Helene Fortunoff Theater, Monroe Lecture Center, South Campus
Dr. Patricia Hardwick will explore kupa kepang performance as one embodiment of Singaporean Malay identity and provide insight into how individual Singaporean Malay performers are actively transforming and refashioning kupa kepang to reflect their changing understandings of their ethnic, social and religious identities. Sponsored by the Department of Anthropology and the Asian Studies Program Contact: Timothy.P.Daniels@hofstra.edu or Patricia.M.Welch@hofstra.edu
Sushi Making Workshop Wednesday, April 9 11:15 a.m. Plaza Room Middle, Sondra and David S. Mack Student Center, North Campus
Join us for an interactive demonstration of how to make sushi from a trained chef! Sponsored by the Multicultural & International Student Programs Office Contact: Robert.J.Canobbio@hofstra.edu Oceanic, Melanesian, Iatmul peoples, Papua New Guinea Suspension Hook, c. 1950s Wood, pigment, cowrie shells, 17.25 x 6 x 2 in. Hofstra University Museum Collections, Gift of Cedric H. Marks, HU 73.82
APRIL 2014
Cultural Concerns and Suggestions on Advising Asian Students Thursday, April 10 1 p.m. 142 Sondra and David S. Mack Student Center, North Campus
In this training seminar, we will discuss the cultural differences, the influence of East Asian/Chinese culture, how parents affect student behavior, how to communicate effectively with students, and how to deal successfully with the language barrier. Sponsored by the Hofstra Asia Center and the Multicultural & International Student Programs Office Contact: Michelle.Cheung@hofstra.edu
Bethpage Federal Credit Union Global Explorations at the HUM: Buddhist Iconography in Asian Art Friday, April 11 2 p.m. Emily Lowe Gallery, Behind Emily Lowe Hall, South Campus
This program explores the world’s diverse cultures through the study and discussion of authentic objects and works of art from the Hofstra University Museum (HUM) collections, led by Kristy Caratzola, collections manager, Hofstra University Museum. Space is limited; advanced registration is preferred. Sponsored by the Hofstra University Museum Contact: tiffany.m.jordan@hofstra.edu
Diversity, Dialogue and Desserts Series Wednesday, April 23 7 p.m. Plaza Room East, Sondra and David S. Mack Student Center, North Campus
Join us for a lively cultural discussion and tasty desserts. Sponsored by the Multicultural & international Student Programs Office Contact: Robert.J.Canobbio@hofstra.edu
Curator’s Tour of Spirit and Identity: Melanesian Works From the Hofstra University Museum Collections Exhibition Monday, April 28 6-7 p.m. David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, Ninth Floor, South Campus
Kristy Caratzola, exhibition curator and Hofstra University Museum collections manager, leads a guided tour of Spirit and Identity: Melanesian Works From the Hofstra University Museum Collections, and shares the customs, traditions and cultural practices of the various tribes of Papua New Guinea and Melanesia that have shaped the works on view. Sponsored by the Hofstra University Museum Contact: tiffany.m.jordan@hofstra.edu
Festival of Lights Tuesday, April 29 7 p.m. Plaza Room West, Sondra and David S. Mack Student Center, North Campus
Sacred Music From Around the World: Sikh Holy Hymns Wednesday, April 9 7:30 p.m. The Helene Fortunoff Theater, Monroe Lecture Center, South Campus
Join us for an event celebrating the Sikh Festival of Vaisakhi. Dr. Francesca Cassio will perform traditional hymns from the Sikh Gurus’ repertoire in the traditional dhrupad style. Sponsored by the Hofstra Cultural Center Contact: hofculctr@hofstra.edu
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Japanese Mask of Yakko, 19th century Wood and lacquer, 8.5 x 6.5 x 3.75 in. Hofstra University Museum Collections, Gift of Albert M. Baer, HU70.35
Photos courtesy of the Hofstra University Museum
Experience the art of lantern making and its role in religious and spiritual celebrations across Asia. Gather together to make enough lanterns to light up the night! Sponsored by H*INT Contact: hofstra.intl@hotmail.com
Sponsors: Asian Studies Program Department of Anthropology H*INT Hofstra Asia Center Hofstra Cultural Center Hofstra University Museum Multicultural & International Student Programs Office Special thanks to the Asian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month Planning Committee