Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs Division of Student Affairs presents
Diversity Awareness Month 2013 Arnold Newman: Luminaries of the Twentieth Century in Art, Politics and Culture
Issues in Judaism Lecture Series: The Role of Iranian Jews in the Preservation, Proliferation, and Development of Persian Music
On view through December 13, 2013 Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, 7-9 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Emily Lowe Gallery, South Campus
Thursday, November 14 7 p.m. Guthart Cultural Center Theater, Axinn Library, First Floor, South Campus
Join Houman Sarshar as he discusses the role Iranian Jews played in Persian music. Tickets can be obtained at the Adams Playhouse Box Office and are free with a valid HofstraCard. Sponsored by the Hofstra Cultural Center and Hofstra Hillel Contact: Athelene.A.Collins@hofstra.edu
This exhibition of photographic portraiture by Arnold Newman highlights the innovative minds and personalities that gave rise to the ideas and concepts that shaped the 20th century. Sponsored by the Hofstra University Museum Contact: Tiffany.M.Jordan@hofstra.edu
Bethpage Federal Credit Union Global Explorations for Adults at the Hofstra University Museum
Land of the Rising Sun: Art of Japan
Friday, November 15 2-3 p.m. Emily Lowe Gallery, South Campus
On view through February 2, 2014 Daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. David Filderman Gallery, Axinn Library, Ninth Floor, South Campus
This original exhibition highlights Japanese works, from the Museum’s permanent collections, that span the 16th through the 20th centuries. Works include woodblock prints, hand-painted scrolls, and wood carvings with a focus on artistic traditions and insights into the various eras of Japanese culture. Sponsored by the Hofstra University Museum Contact: Tiffany.M.Jordan@hofstra.edu
On the Front Lines With the Little Rock Nine: A Conversation With Ernest Green
H*INT Cultural Festival
Friday, November 15 6 p.m. Main Dining Room, Mack Student Center, North Campus
Tuesday, November 5 7 p.m. Student Center Theater, Mack Student Center, North Campus
Student clubs will compete as representatives of various countries and help spread awareness of those countries among those who attend. The winning club will be awarded $250 toward their club budget. Sponsored by H*INT Contact: hofstra.intl@hotmail.com
A conversation with Central High graduate Ernest Green, taking us on the journey of a civil rights activist. Sponsored by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, the Hofstra Cultural Center, and the NOAH Program Contact: hofstranaacp1@gmail.com
AIA/LIS Lecture Series: Death Comes to the King Sunday, November 17 2-3:30 p.m. 105 Breslin Hall, South Campus
Creating LGBTQ Safe Spaces
Thursday, November 7 6-8 p.m. Guthart Cultural Center Theater, Axinn Library, First Floor, South Campus
Join us for this special opportunity to find out how to be an effective LGBTQ ally! This hands-on workshop will give you tools to counteract homophobia and is a chance for allies to understand more about what it means to be lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning. Refreshments will be served. Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs and Long Island GLBT Services Network Contact: MISPOLGBTQ@gmail.com
From the Emancipation Proclamation to the Election of Barack Obama and the Death of Trayvon Martin Thursday and Friday, November 7-8 All Day Throughout Campus
In 2010 a tomb was found in a solar and celestial sculpted building that has revealed much about royalty and culture in the Maya city of El Zotz. Join Dr. Stephen Houston of Brown University as he discusses the significance of this discovery. Sponsored by the Department of Anthropology Contact: Cheryl.B.Mwaria@hofstra.edu
The Catholic Church in Ireland Today: A Talk by David Gibson
Monday, November 18 2:55-4:20 p.m. Guthart Cultural Center Theater, Axinn Library, First Floor, South Campus
David Gibson, former newscaster for Vatican Radio and current writer for the Religion News Service, will discuss religious issues in contemporary Ireland. Sponsored by the Irish Studies Program and the Department of Religion Contact: Phyllis.Zagano@hofstra.edu
Crossing Borders
The Hofstra Cultural Center presents a two-day conference to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. 2013 also marks the 50th anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington. As Americans commemorate these anniversaries, we contemplate how far the nation has come in its quest to become a more equal society. Sponsored by the Hofstra Cultural Center Contact: Athelene.A.Collins@hofstra.edu
Tuesday, November 19 4:30-7:30 p.m. Student Center Theater, Mack Student Center, North Campus
Crossing Borders is a film described as “a cross-cultural tool designed to empower youth by heightening awareness of hidden preconceptions, supporting the development of intercultural empathy and initiating dialogue between students of different cultures.” Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs Contact: Robert.J.Canobbio@hofstra.edu
Multicultural Mixer
Monday, November 11 6-9:30 p.m. Multipurpose Rooms, Mack Student Center, North Campus
Diversity, Dialogue, and Desserts Series: Diversity
Join us for a celebration of culture on campus. Learn about different cultures around the world through food, music, performances and fun. Sponsored by The Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs Contact: Kenny.CorderoRubinos@hofstra.edu
Wednesday, November 20 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. 219 Mack Student Center, North Campus
Next Stop … Africa
Join us for an insightful discussion on the diversity that exists in our world today. Sponsored by the NOAH Program and the Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs Contact: Robert.J.Canobbio@hofstra.edu
Tuesday, November 12 6:30-7:30 p.m. Plaza Room West, Mack Student Center, North Campus
Food for the Soul Open Mic
Join us as we explore various aspects of the African culture, including food, traditions and entertainment. Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs Contact: Robert.J.Canobbio@hofstra.edu
Wednesday, November 20 7 p.m. Hofstra USA, North Campus
Diversity Awareness Month Reception
Come join Hofstra Gospel Ensemble for a night of elegance and Long Island’s best soul food while enjoying Hofstra’s best talent. Admission is $5 or $3 with a canned good. Sponsored by Hofstra Gospel Ensemble Contact: kbiena1@pride.hofstra.edu
Wednesday, November 13 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Plaza Rooms, Mack Student Center, North Campus
Safe Space Workshop for Faculty, Staff and Administrators
Join the Hofstra community as we celebrate Diversity Awareness Month. Enjoy music, food and speakers as we embrace the diversity that makes us proud of who we are. The reception will feature a keynote speech by Lisa Young, award-winning entrepreneur and Hofstra graduate. Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs Contact: Robert.J.Canobbio@hofstra.edu
Thursday, November 21 Noon-2 p.m. Location provided upon registration
The Challenges of Emancipation in the Atlantic World
Wednesday, November 13 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Guthart Cultural Center Theater, Axinn Library, First Floor, South Campus
A panel presentation featuring: Ben Talton, Temple University (“Defending the Political Kingdom: Capitalism, Humanitarianism, and The Limits of African Sovereignty in the 20th Century”); Enrique Martino, Humboldt University of Berlin (“Enduring Atlantic Economies in the XX Century: Nigerian Indentured Labour on the Plantation Island of Fernando Po”); and Christopher Schmidt-Nowara, Tufts University (“Defending Slavery in an Age of Emancipation: Spain, Cuba, and Puerto Rico in the Early Nineteenth Century”). Sponsored by the Latin American and Caribbean Studies Program Contact: Benita.Sampedro@hofstra.edu
Flavors of the Neighborhood
Thursday, November 14 6 p.m. MISPO Office, 242 Mack Student Center, North Campus
Explore the world’s diverse cultures through the study and discussion of authentic objects and works of art from the HUM collections. Kristy Caratzola, the Museum’s collections manager, leads this hour-long session where participants will explore gender roles in non-Western cultures. Sponsored by the Hofstra University Museum Contact: Tiffany.M.Jordan@hofstra.edu
This informational session will explore the needs of the LGBTQ population, including risk factors, supportive factors and how to be culturally aware. This is your opportunity to be a part of a visible support network for the LGBTQ community at Hofstra through gaining an understanding of the issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity. Please email Jennifer.L.Christ@hofstra.edu to RSVP. Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs and Long Island GLBT Services Network Contact: MISPOLGBTQ@gmail.com
Diwali Dinner
Friday, November 22 7 p.m.-Midnight Multipurpose Room, Mack Student Center, North Campus
Diwali is known as the festival of lights. It is the triumph of good over evil. We will be celebrating with cultural Indian food, lights and music. Sponsored by SASA and HISA Contact: jkaur9@pride.hofstra.edu
A Family That Eats Together
Join us for a trip to an authentic Cuban restaurant in the local community. Space is limited. Please sign up in the MISPO Office, 242 Mack Student Center. Sponsored by the Office of Off-Campus Living and Commuting Student Services and the Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs Contact: 516-463-6912 or international@hofstra.edu
Tuesday, November 26 7-9 p.m. Guthart Cultural Center Theater, Axinn Library, First Floor, South Campus
Join Simone Cinotto, assistant professor of contemporary history at the University of Gastronomic Sciences, Pollenzo, Italy, in the third installment of the Italian-American Experience Lecture Series. Sponsored by the Hofstra Cultural Center Contact: Athelene.A.Collins@hofstra.edu
Hofstra Cultural Center Hofstra Gospel Ensemble Hofstra Hillel Hofstra University Museum Irish Studies Program
Latin American and Caribbean Studies Program Long Island GLBT Services Network National Association for the Advancement of Colored People NOAH Program
Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs Office of Off-Campus Living and Commuting Student Services SASA
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Sponsors: Department of Anthropology Department of Religion H*INT HISA