SEPTEMBER 17, 2009 ISSUE
ASU Diversity Speaker Series Begins September 30
The ASU Office of Multicultural Student Development announces the fall schedule for the 2009-10 Diversity Speaker Series.
“We hope that you will take advantage of these unique opportunities to see, hear and learn from some of the leading experts on diversity and social justice,” said Augusto Peña, assistant director of multicultural education at ASU.
All Diversity Speaker Series events are free and open to the public. Farthing Auditorium seats 1,734, the Blue Ridge Ballroom in the Plemmons Student Union seats 300 and I.G. Greer Auditorium seats 270.
Individuals requesting additional reasonable accommodations for events should contact the Office of Disability Services at 828-262-3056. For an interpreter request, review the university interpreter services policy.
For parking information and directions, click to www.maps.appstate.edu. For more information about the Diversity Speaker Series, contact Peña at 828-262-6252 or penaae@appstate.edu.
Wednesday, September 30
Cosmic Race, Rainbow People and Other Myths
I.G. Greer Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.
How do Latinos see themselves? As Latinos grow into the largest population of people of color in the United States, there is increased scrutiny over how this group of ethnic communities defines itself, and thus, how it is seen by other communities.
Join Jorge Zeballos through a multimedia journey that explores and examines the historical and contemporary forces that continue to shape the Latino identity.
Wednesday, October 28
Our Problems with Race: Addressing Biological Versus Social Definitions
Student Union Blue Ridge Ballroom, 7:00 p.m.
What does evolution tell us about race and what are we taught to believe about race? What are the implications for how we view, group and value others?
Using his research background in evolutionary biology, Dr. Joseph L. Graves, Jr. explains how most Americans still believe that there is some biological legitimacy to our socially constructed racial categories despite the modern scientific evidence that discredits all of our social stereotypes.
Tuesday, November 17
Kwanzaa Celebration
Student Union Blue Ridge Ballroom, 6:00 p.m.
Kwanzaa is the first African American holiday established in the United States. Attending this program will provide you with some of the history and meaning of this important holiday.
Participants will learn about the symbols and traditions associated with Kwanzaa. An interactive musical performance leads to a Karuma (feast). Come hungry for knowledge and a free meal.
Wednesday, November 18
One Better World: Privilege, Identity and Social Justice
I.G. Greer Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.
Imagine a society that is equitable and where all members are physically and psychologically safe and secure. As a process and as a goal, social justice means full and equal participation of all groups in a society that is mutually shaped to meet their needs.
In this presentation, Vernon Wall helps audience members learn how their identities influence all they do and how this knowledge can help them become more aware and advocate for inclusion
Thursday, December 3
Find Yosef a Holiday
Student Union Blue Ridge Ballroom, 5:00 p.m.
This fair-style event offers an “a la carte menu” of the images, sounds, foods and activities that represent winter holidays from around the world. Attendees will learn in fun and interactive ways about many international holidays, cultures and customs.
Past holidays have included Chanukah, Bodhi Day, Junkanoo, Christmas, Diwali, La Befana, Irish St. Stephen’s Day, Hmong New Year, Winter Solstice, Day of the Dead, Moravian Love Feast and Egyptian Coptic Christmas.
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