Diversity Week
Prizes and give-a-ways at every event! Tshirts, tote bags and more!
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LASO's Annual Cultural Show - Sunday, March 18th, 2012
2-5pm, Curry Student Center Ballroom
Join LASO for the 2012 Annual Culture Show! This year they will be exploring the Latin cultural aspect of dancing. They will be hosting various Latin dance groups from other Boston universities, groups from community organizations and Northeastern dance groups! They will be having performances of all different types, including Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata. They will be also having Latin food at the event and a special drawing.
Photographs of the World – by Don West - Opening Reception - Monday, March 19th, 2012
5-7pm, Gallery 360
Sponsored by: Gallery 360, John D. O’Bryant African American Institute and Spiritual Life Center
Professional Photographer and member of Northeastern University’s African American Master Artists in Residence Program, Don West’s passion has been to use his talent to profile all kinds of people — ordinary and extraordinary. He captures the events which shape their lives, with their families and in their struggle for what they believe. His work has taken him to Latin America, Spain, China and Jerusalem. Gallery 360 will showcase images that tell stories from across the globe beginning March 17th, 2012 and running through May 31st, 2012. Refreshments will be provided at the reception.
Diversity Week 2012 led by OIDE, SGA and NU Mix.
Safe Zones Training - Monday March 19th, 2012
7-8:30pm, 325 Shillman
Safe Zone seeks to educate participants on issues faced by Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning (LGBTQ) individuals and their Allies. The Safe Zone purpose is to raise awareness of LGBTQ issues and concerns within the Northeastern community and beyond.
This event is open to all Northeastern Fraternity and Sorority Life. Please RSVP to Peter Petrin ( petrin.p@neu.edu) or Jonas Edwards-Jenks ( j.edwardsjenks@neu.edu), space is limited.
Diversity Week 2012 led by OIDE, SGA and NU Mix
Working in the Culture of Homelessness - Bouvé College of Health Sciences - Tuesday, March 20th, 2012
9:30-11am, 325 Behrakis
NU students’ from the Physical Therapy program will be discussing their perspectives on providing services at Boston’s Healthcare for the Homeless program.
Diversity Week 2012 led by OIDE, SGA and NU Mix.
Creating a Global Canvas at Northeastern - Tuesday March 20th & Thursday March 22nd
Sponsored by: ISSI and the SJRC
9am-9pm, Social Justice Resource Center, 106 St. Stephens Street
What does Diversity mean to you? Regardless of your artistic abilities, use art as a platform for expressing your identity and aspects of diversity that are important to you. On Saturday, March 31st the Art Collaborative will display your contributions to the Carnevale/Diversity Week Mosaic in the Curry Student Center Ballroom.
Diversity Week 2012 led by OIDE, SGA and NU Mix.
One Big Hapa Family - Wednesday, March 21st, 2012
6-8pm, Curry Student Center Indoor Quad
Sponsored by: Asian American Center, NUTV and Res Life
After a realization at a family reunion, half Japanese-Canadian filmmaker, Jeff Chiba Stearns, embarks on a journey of self-discovery to find out why everyone in his Japanese-Canadian family married interracially after his grandparents’ generation. This feature live action and animated documentary explores why almost 100% of all Japanese-Canadians are marrying interracially, the highest out of any other ethnicity in Canada, and how their mixed children perceive their unique multiracial identities. This documentary follows a short clip and discussion on being mixed-race on Northeastern’s campus. Food will be provided.
Diversity Week 2012 led by OIDE, SGA and NU Mix.
*Food and movie snacks will be served
Leading a Multi-Faith Classroom – Led by Miriam Rosalyn Diamond, Ph.D
Sponsored by: NU Spiritual Life Center
Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
11:30-1pm, 101 Belvidere (BV) C2-264
Author of Fostering Religious Literacy Across Campus; and Encountering Faith in the Classroom: Turning Difficult Discussions into Engaged Learning will present an interactive session to highlight religion as a cultural competency and provide tools for successfully managing a multi-faith classroom.
This event is geared toward faculty members and teaching assistants. Please RSVP to Tracey Britton (t.britton@neu.edu), space is limited.
Diversity Week 2012 led by OIDE, SGA and NU Mix
Breaking the Cycle of Prejudice - Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
3-4:30pm, Social Justice Resource Center – 106 St. Stephens Street
Sponsored by the Social Justice Resource Center
Why do words matter? How does bullying escalate from name-calling to violence? Who and what plays a role in forming our perceptions of people different than us? Join the SJRC for a workshop and dialogue on understanding prejudice and how you can play a part in breaking the cycle.
Diversity Week 2012 led by OIDE, SGA and NU Mix.
*Food will be served
Bubble Tea Time - Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
6-7pm, Asian American Center Multipurpose Room
Sponsored by the Asian American Center
Bubble Tea Time is a discussion series that focuses on topics relevant to the Asian American community and provides an opportunity for informal conversation between students who are interested in issues related to identity, history, media, and other topics.
Diversity Week 2012 led by OIDE, SGA and NU Mix.
All Voices Be Heard: The Importance of Political Engagement - Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
6-9pm, AfterHours
Sponsored by: Generation Citizen and NU PSSA
This event will bring into focus the effects of diversity on politics. The event will feature a brief introductory satire on the importance of NOT voting, followed by a screening of "Street Fight", a documentary that follows the 2002 Newark mayoral race, exploring the impact of race and poverty on a heated political contest reminiscent of a David and Goliath battle. Concluding the night will be a panel of community leaders, local politicians, and civic activists, facilitating discussion on the correlation of diversity and politics in our local Boston community.
Diversity Week 2012 led by OIDE, SGA and NU Mix.
GFORCE Sports - Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
7-9pm, Blackman Auditorium
Sponsored by: NU Athletic Department and Campus Recreation
Gforce Sports strives to create a dialogue that changes the perceived differences between gay and straight athletes. Their advocacy foscuses on education of athletes, particularly youth, through panel discussions with the audience. Panelists include USA and Boston Breakers soccer star, Angela Hucles and former UPENN ice hockey captain, Dave Farber. Supported and moderated by Hockey's Burke family.
Diversity Week 2012 led by OIDE, SGA and NU Mix.
ISSI Carnevale & Diversity Week Present: Kal Penn - Friday, March 23rd, 2012
7-9pm, Blackman Auditorium
Sponsored by: ISSI
Doors open at 6:30pm
Tickets will be on sale March 12 at
http://bit.ly/ Carnevale2012
Diversity Week 2012 led by OIDE, SGA and NU Mix.
