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International and Intercultural Events View all campus events at http://events.udayton.edu. NOVEMBER 2008 1 Roshini: A Diwali Celebration Diwali, the festival of lights, is the most popular of all the festivals from South Asia, especially India. The name of the festival comes from the Sanskrit word Dipavali meaning "row of lights." The festival of lights represents the victory of good over evil, light over darkness, and knowledge over ignorance, and a renewed commitment to friendship and goodwill. The celebration will include an Indian Cultural program and traditional Indian food. Sponsored by the UD Indian Student Association. Tickets are $8. Contact Satvik at 513-255-4927 or email haisatvik@yahoo.com. 6:00 pm, Mc Ginnis Center 3-25 Photography Exhibit: ArtStreet, Studio D; Other activities, various locations on UD's campus 3 Opening Reception! Join ArtStreet and the Center for International Programs for an variety of international foods and outstanding student photography. For a complete list of events, visit http://international.udayton.edu/events/cotw.htm. 4:00-6:30 pm, ArtStreet Studio D 4 Coffee Hour—School of Engineering's ETHOS program, Callao, Peru Presented by John Ventimiglia 3:00 pm, World Exchange Lounge (Alumni Hall 016) 5 Special Presentation: Gamelan Info Session with Arlene Chongson Professor Chongson will introduce the gamelan, a traditional Indonesian instrumental ensemble composed mainly of percussion instruments such as xylophones, chimes and gongs. A gamelan orchestra will be forming on campus next semester. Come learn more at the info session! 7:00 pm, ArtStreet Studio B Wednesday Workshop: Natural Dye with Suki Kwon E-mail artstreet@udayton.edu to register. Free for UD/UDLLI students, faculty and staff. Create your own eco-friendly dyes using ordinary elements from nature—leaves, tree bark, fruits and even onion peels. Please bring a white cotton T-shirt or other natural fabric that you want to give a new look to. 7:00-9:00 pm, ArtStreet Studio E 6 Megaconference X You can attend a conference to learn about different cultures and global issues without actually travelling. The "Megaconference" is an unusual use of videoconferencing technology to connect teams from around the world to share 15 minute presentations on a variety of topics from serious academic to humorous issues. For more information, visit the MEgaconference X web site. Hosted by the LTC. Free. No reservations necessary. 7:15 am-8:00 pm, LTC Forum (room 44) Faculty Exchange Series—The International Sabbatical Hosted by a panel of faculty who have taken an international sabbatical & CIP Staff Have you ever considered an international sabbatical? A panel of faculty will share their international sabbatical experiences. Come hear about what they did and how they planned for it. Gain insight and tips from their experiences. Panelists will also share other issues related to an international sabbatical that will be important to consider. Information about the Fulbright Scholarship and other funding programs will also be discussed. RSVP to Lora Butcher at lora.butcher@notes.udayton.edu. Lunch will be provided. 12:00-1:15 pm, LTC Forum 7 Exchange Program to Radboud University Nijmegen, The Netherlands Open house event with Rob Verhofstad, Manager of the International Office at Radboud University Nijmegen. Meet students from Radboud who are currently studying at UD, and learn about exchange opportunities for both students and faculty to Radboud. 3:00-5:00 pm, World Exchange Lounge (Alumni Hall 016) Art for Africa Art auction to benefit Our Lady of Nazareth Primary School, a Marianist Mission in Nairobi, Kenya. The auction and art sale will include pieces donated by the University of Dayton faculty, staff, students, Marianist religious and other professional artists from the Dayton community. The auction will include live music and appetizers. RSVP online >> 4:00-7:00 pm, KU Torch Lounge ArtStreet Friday Night Films Series: Persepolis Directed by Vincent Paronnaud and Marjane Satrapi (2007). This animated film brings to life the poignant story of a young girl in 1970's Iran. Presented in conjunction with Citizens of the World International Exposition. Pre-film discussion at 8:30 pm - Dayton resident Kristen Wicker will discuss her childhood experiences in Iran. Free and open to the public. 9:00 pm, ArtStreet Studio B 8 East Meets West: Chinese International Night Come enjoy Chinese food, as well as demonstrations of Chinese dance, martial arts and brush painting! Hosted by the residents of ArtStreet. 9:00-11:00 pm, ArtStreet 10 Education Abroad Information Session Learn about your opportunities for studying, working and serving abroad through the University of Dayton. 4:30-5:30 pm, World Exchange Lounge (Alumni Hall 016) 11 Faculty Exchange Series—Hosting International Scholars and Faculty Hosted by a panel of faculty who have hosted international scholars and CIP Staff Hosting an international scholar can be an excellent way to internationalize! Joint research, guest lecturing and collaborative teaching are all opportunities to engage visiting scholars. Come to learn from others who have invited scholars to campus from around the world. The practical considerations of the invitation process, as well as planning to make sure the scholar is welcomed, integrated into campus life, and has access to the facilities and services will also be discussed. RSVP to Lora Butcher at lora.butcher@notes.udayton.edu. Lunch will be provided. 12:00-1:15 pm, LTC Forum Diversity Lecture Series: Marc Ginsberg and Reza Aslan Marc Ginsberg, former US Ambassador and Reza Aslan, author of No god but God: The Origins, Evolution and Future of Islam, will explore the intersection of faith, politics and society in the Middle East. Their talk is free. Sponsored by the Offices of the President and Provost. *There will be a panel discussion for interested students and faculty at 3:00 pm in Sears Recital Hall 7:30 pm, Kennedy Union Ballroom 12 ILLC Information Session For anyone interested in living in the International Learning and Living Community for the 2009-2010 school year. 4:30-5:30 pm, Alumni Hall 009 Wednesday Workshop: Henna with Rita Uhlenhake Learn about the different forms of henna and the use of the art in different countries, then create beautiful designs for your own henna art. Participants will be able to practice on themselves and each other. All supplies provided. E-mail artstreet@udayton.edu to register. 7:00-9:00 pm, ArtStreet Studio E UD Arts Series: Project Defying all genres, this young trio—cello, flute and bass— is classically trained, but will blow all expectations out of the water. Fusing jazz, world music, and even hip-hop with their classical roots, Project is the next generation of music. While all three musicians have exceptional credentials and have played with such greats as Wynton Marsalis and the Cleveland Orchestra, it's Greg Pattillo on flute who most often astounds with his "beat box" treatment of the flute. 8:00 pm, Boll Theatre, Kennedy Union International Club Meeting All students are welcome to attend! 8:00 pm, World Exchange Lounge (Alumni Hall 016) 13 Insights: Thoughts and Experiences—China and the 2008 Olympics Presented by Tom Archdeacon and Carolyn Rice. Sponsored by the Dayton Council on World Affairs. Please RSVP to the DCOWA office at (937) 229-2319. 7:00 pm, St. Paul's Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 33 W. Dixon Ave., Oakwood Cityfolk presents Soweto Gospel Choir With shimmering harmonies, high energy dancing and a rainbow of colorful costumes, this 26 member ensemble has taken the world by storm. Singing in English and six of South Africa's 11 official languages, they have won two Grammy awards and topped Billboard's World Music charts. A limited number of half-price tickets are being made available to the University of Dayton community at $16 each. Call the Cityfolk Box Office 937-496-3863 and mention the code: AfricaUD to take advantage of this discount. UD students will receive free LaRosa's pizza and soda after the show! Visit http://www.cityfolk.org to hear music and learn more. 8:00 pm, Victoria Theatre 14 Information session for faculty interested in participating in the Summer 2010 Study Abroad Program Brown bag lunch; CIP will provide cookies and drinks. For details, visit http://international.udayton.edu/edabroad/facstaff/ssa.htm. 12:00-2:00 pm, World Exchange Lounge (Alumni Hall 016) ArtStreet Friday Night Films Series: La Vie En Rose Directed by Oliver Dahan (2007). The life story of legendary French singer Edith Piaf. In French with English subtitles. Presented in conjunction with Citizens of the World International Exposition. Free and open to the public. 9:00 pm, ArtStreet Studio B 16-21 International Education Week 2008 17 Education Abroad Information Session Learn about your opportunities for studying, working and serving abroad through the University of Dayton. 4:30-5:30 pm, World Exchange Lounge (Alumni Hall 016) Partners for Peace—Jerusalem Women Speak: Three Women, Three Faiths, One Shared Vision Partners for Peace provides a public platform for the voices of Israeli and Palestinian women working for a peaceful and just resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Sponsored by the Religious Studies Department, Women and Gender Studies, the Women's Center, and the College of Arts and Sciences' Dean's office. The Center for International Programs will host a reception following the talk. 7:30 pm, Sears Recital Hall 18 Passport Fair Get your new passport or renew your passport right here on campus! Visit the Web site for costs and a list of documents need. 4:00-7:00 pm, World Exchange (Alumni Hall 012) 19 Coffee Hour—Tea Demonstration Learn about teas from around the world. 3:00 pm, World Exchange Lounge (Alumni Hall 016) Wednesday Workshop: African Dance with DCDC Join members of Dayton Contemporary Dance Company and learn the basics of African dance. No previous experience necessary! E-mail artstreet@udayton.edu to register. 7:00-9:00 pm, ArtStreet Studio 3 Spanish Mass: Feast of Our Lady of Divine Providence Come honor the Blessed Virgin as we celebrate Mass in Spanish. From the music to the scriptures to the spoken prayer, experience the Eucharist in a different language than usual here at UD. All are welcome for this special celebration – those who speak Spanish fluently, those who are studying Spanish, Latin American students, and anyone who wants to pray the Mass in a different way. 9:00 pm, Chapel of the Marianist Martyrs, Marianist Hall 21 Allah Made Me Funny: The Movie This landmark concert film follows three acclaimed comedians on stage and off as they lift the veil to reveal the humorous truth of what it's really like to be Muslim in America. Allah Made Me Funny: Live in Concert is rollicking good fun and gives people of all cultural backgrounds an opportunity to laugh hard, drop their guard and open their minds. Running time: 83 minutes. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased in advance at the Peace Museum by calling 937-227-3223 or at the door. In collaboration with the UD Muslim Student Association, Dayton International Peace Museum, Muslim Youth of Ohio and Unity Productions Foundation. 7:00 pm, Sears Recital Hall International Club Meeting Kick-off meeting for the International Club's annual Thanksgiving trip. Anyone planning on going on the trip should come to this meeting. 8:00 pm, World Exchange Lounge (Alumni Hall 016) ArtStreet Friday Night Films Series: Pan's Labyrinth Directed by Guillermo del Tgoro (2007). A gothic fairytale about a young girl and the fantasy world she created to survive the harsh reality of post-war Spain. In Spanish with English subtitles. Free and open to the public. 9:00 pm, ArtStreet Studio B 26-30 University closed—Thanksgiving Break

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