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International and Intercultural Events View all campus events at http://events.udayton.edu. SEPTEMBER 2009 10 Jewelry Sale: Sponsored by EMPOWER Empower raises money for children in Africa, with a mission to help them improve the quality of their lives through education. For more information, visit the EMPOWER Web site or contact Shannon Hallinan. 11 am-2 pm, KU Food Court Education Abroad Re-entry Session For students who had an education abroad experience spring 2009 or summer 2009 and have not already attended a session through UDI 220 or INS 385/UDI 410. (Repeat session on Sept. 14.) 6:30-8 pm, Alumni Hall 16 Conversation Partner Mixer Meet students in the IEP and sign up as a conversation partner! The Intensive English Program (IEP) is looking for American students interested in talking with students in the IEP.  7 pm, KU Torch Lounge Fast-A-Thon During the Muslim month of Ramadan, Muslims fast each day from sunrise to sunset. It is a time of spiritual purification, remembrance of God, and a reminder of daily blessings that are often taken for granted. In this spirit, we are raising money for the House of Bread, a food pantry right here in Dayton (five minutes away from UD) that serves hot meals to those in need. RSVP required 7-9 pm, McGinnis Center 11 International Club Meeting All students are welcome! (A repeat info session will be held on Monday, Sept. 14 at 6 pm in Alumni Hall 014) 6 pm, Alumni Hall 016 14 Education Abroad Information Session For any student considering studying, serving or working abroad. 4:30-5:30 pm, Alumni Hall 016 International Club Meeting All students are welcome! 6 pm, Alumni Hall 014 Education Abroad Re-entry Session For students who had an education abroad experience spring 2009 or summer 2009 and have not already attended a session through UDI 220 or INS 385/UDI 410. 6:30-8 pm, Alumni Hall 16 16 Deadline to submit photos for Citizens of the World 2009 Learn more >> Diversity Lecture Series: Juana Bordas Inspirational speaker, author of Salsa, Soul and Spirit: Leadership for a Multicultural Age and president of Mestiza Leadership International, a company that helps businesses manage cultural differences in the workforce. Free and open to the public. 7:30 pm, KU Ballroom UD Arts Series: Water: Source and Resource A lecture by Betsy Damon. A visual artist with an environmental perspective, Betsy Damon has documented sacred water sites in China and designed eco-sensitive spaces in America. Damon will share her perspective on her work and her mission — within the context of our region's own checkered relationship with the Great Miami River and its watershed. FREE. 8 pm, Sears Recital Hall Does this look interesting? Consider applying for the CIP Summer Study Abroad program to Austria, Moldova and Romania. The program will explore approaches to sustainability, specifically as it relates to rivers as a major sustainable resource. 18 IEP Tutor Training Are you interested in meeting international students on campus? Do you have an hour a week to volunteer? Be a a tutor for the Intensive English Program! All UD students are welcome. You don’t need any previous experience or special skills. Training and materials will be provided. Volunteer to be a tutor for IEP online or e-mail Leah at konicklj@notes.udayton.edu. 1 pm, Alumni Hall 008 Dr. Richard Komp, World recognized leader in solar energy Dr. Komp has been working professionally with solar since 1960. He has taught literally hundreds of workshops around the world (Nicaragua, Mali, Pakistan, and Haiti and soon Jamaica and Rwanda). His most current book is “Practical Photovoltaics”. Sponsored by ETHOS. 7:30 pm, Science Center Auditorium Sign-up for the hands-on workshop on Sept. 19>> Salsa Lessons As part of Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration 2009 8:30 pm, The Pub, Kennedy Union 19 Shopping Shuttle to Jungle Jim's (for international students only) Sign up online >> 10:00 am Hispanic Festival The exciting Hispanic Festival is back with HOT Latin music and delicious Latin food. The sounds of Salsa, Merengue, Mexico, Latin Jazz, Cumbia and Bachata music will come alive in the biggest fiesta in Downtown Dayton. Admission is FREE. 11 am-11 pm, Riverscape, 111 E Monument Ave, Dayton Third Annual Dayton Peace Festival The free festival will be an opportunity for the community to discover what’s happening to promote peace and reduce violence in the Greater Dayton area while enjoying a relaxing day of outdoor music, dance and drama in the heart of downtown Dayton. 12-8 pm, Courthouse Square, Dayton 21 Education Abroad Information Session For any student considering studying, serving or working abroad. 4:30-5:30 pm, Alumni Hall 016 Peace Corps at UD 11 am-5 pm, Interviews (Contact Aimee Schattner at aschattner@peacecorps.gov to set up an interview time) 6-8 pm, Information session, WEx Lounge (Alumni Hall 016) International Immersion Symposuim Participants in summer 2009 Center for Social Concern programs to Guatemala, Cameroon, and Zambia will share their experiences. 6-8 pm, ArtStreet Studio B 22 Exchange Program Information Session For students considering studying abroad through one of the University of Dayton's exchange partners. Come learn more about your options! 4-5 pm, Alumni Hall 016 Marketing Your International Experience For study and service abroad returnees. Learn how to use your international experience to land your next job! Presented by Career Services. 6:30-8 pm, Sears Recital Hall (Humanities Building) OMA Real Topic Discussions: Immigration Language As part of Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration 2009 7 pm, OMA office, Gosiger Hall 23 Brown Bag Lunch: Spanish Intensive As part of Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration 2009 12-1 pm, Kennedy Union 222 Intercultural SpeedMeet 5-7 pm, Kennedy Union Field 25 Beer Tasting! Proceeds benefit EMPOWER which raises money for children in Africa, with a mission to help them improve the quality of their lives through education. Event will include appetizers and an auction. Tickets: Pre-register, $15; Day of, $20. For tickets, contact Laura Netzley at netzlelm@notes.udayton.edu 7:30-10 pm, Patterson Homestead Salsa Lessons As part of Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration 2009 8:30 pm, The Pub, Kennedy Union Flick N' Float As part of Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration 2009 10 pm, RecPlex 26-27 38th Annual Oktoberfest Enjoy non-stop entertainment, ice cold beer, unique arts and crafts, and a wide variety of international foods. Oktoberfest 2009 will feature familiar favorites, such as the children’s area — FamilyFest, lively music on two stages, including a traditional German band, delicious international foods and stunning handcrafted art pieces from local and national artisans. Saturday, 12 noon to 11 pm; Sunday, 12 noon to 7 pm; The Dayton Art Institute 26 Family Weekend: Go Global Information Session Learn about all options for study, service and work abroad. 10-11 am and 11 am-12 pm, Sears Recital Hall 27 SBA Summer Study Abroad Information Session For any student considering studying abroad through a School of Business Administration program 12-2 pm, Miriam Hall Atrium and Room 119 28 Education Abroad Information Session For any student considering studying, serving or working abroad. 4:30-5:30 pm, Alumni Hall 016 Marketing Your International Experience For study and service abroad returnees. Learn how to use your international experience to land your next job! Presented by Career Services. 6:30-8 pm, Sears Recital Hall (Humanities Building) 29 Hispanic Heritage Dinner As part of Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration 2009 Dining Halls OMA Real Topic Discussions: Diversity in the University As part of Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration 2009 7 pm, OMA office, Gosiger Hall Shopping Shuttle to Asian market and Indian market (for international students only) Sign up online >> 5:30 pm 30 Brown Bag Lunch: Spanish Intensive As part of Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration 2009 12-1 pm, Kennedy Union 222 Education Abroad Fair 5-7 pm, Kennedy Union Ballroom

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