Activities Calendar - April 2008


Tuesday, April 1


International Forum: Sarkozy’s France: Student panelists discuss the ‘American’
president and his politics of ‘rupture
Presented by Tasha Dev, Study Abroad Coordinator, Zach Reed, Foreign Languages and Literature, and French exchange students. Holt Hall 170, 5-5:50pm.


Chico Performances: Tchaikovsky Ballet & Orchestra: Romeo & Juliet
Noted as one of Russia's most distinguished ballet companies (closely linked to the world famous Bolshoi and Kirov Ballet Companies), the Tchaikovsky Ballet and Orchestra will present a classical ballet version of Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet. At 125 members strong, including a 60-piece live orchestra, this performance will fill the stage with traditional ballet, artistic sets, and hauntingly beautiful music. Laxson Auditorium, 7:30pm.



Thursday, April 3


Chico Performances: Shidara
A feast for the eyes as well as the ears, Shidara is an expert group of taiko drummers, dancers, and musicians dedicated to preserving the spectacular folk traditions of ancient Japan. With a plethora of drums, pipes, and stunning costumes, Shidara combines heart-pounding rhythms with theatrical flair for an evening of highly charged entertainment. With unique costumes, agile moves choreographed to the drum beats, and sound that will make your adrenaline pump, Shidara returns to Laxson for the second time in two years by popular demand. Laxson Auditorium, 7:30pm.



Friday, April 4


Multicultural Community & University Collaborative Forum
Needs for a Community of Caring Through Building Bridges across Cultures: The program for this event includes African-American poetry, Native American dance, a presentation on geospatial information on diverse groups in butte country, a panel discussion on strengths based lives of members in a multicultural community. Korean ethnic food will be provided. For more information, contact Professor Kui-hee Song, Department of Social Work. 5pm-7pm, Winn Residential Senior Apartments, 1200 Park Avenue, Chico.


Marx in Soho: Fundraiser for CSUC Peace Institute
Celebrated actor Bob Weick has been actively touring MARX IN SOHO for 3 years with over 100 productions around the country from Maine to California. Sold-out performances at the 2004 Philadelphia Fringe Festival inspired Iron Age Theatre to take the play on a tour of the nation. It has been a boon to Theater Companies as well as college educators who are teaching Marxist Philosophy and History, and aim to present it in an engaging and entertaining way. 7:30pm, Blue Room Theatre.


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Saturday, April 5


Marx in Soho: Fundraiser for CSUC Peace Institute
Celebrated actor Bob Weick has been actively touring MARX IN SOHO for 3 years with over 100 productions around the country from Maine to California. Sold-out performances at the 2004 Philadelphia Fringe Festival inspired Iron Age Theatre to take the play on a tour of the nation. It has been a boon to Theater Companies as well as college educators who are teaching Marxist Philosophy and History, and aim to present it in an engaging and entertaining way. 7:30pm, Blue Room Theatre.



Sunday, April 6


Piano: Russian Favorites
Pianist Dr. Robert Bowman plays solo in his last recital before full retirement while cellist Burke Schulmann and flutist Yael Ronan join him in duo sonatas by Rachmaninoff and Prokofiev. Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall, 2:00pm.



Tuesday, April 8


International Forum: "The Intersection of Politics and Graphic Art in Cuba"
Presented by Sara Cooper, Department of Foreign Languages and Literature
Contemplating the series of events that transpired in Cuba and the United States between January 1, 1959 and December 2, 1961, one can easily see an absurd political tit-for-tat in which each country tried to establish itself as king of the sandbox . Nowhere does this play itself out more remarkably than in the Cuban funny papers, where in the great tradition of caricature worldwide, Cuban graphic artists vilified the United States, called into question US power and manhood, and taunted Uncle Sam to test the resolve of the Cuban people to resist invasion and political control. In this presentation, Dr. Cooper discusses several examples of political cartoons from 1959-1962 and 1998-2007 in order to demonstrate the humorous (and childish) development of the Cuban anti-US position during those years. Holt Hall 170, 5-5:50pm.


University Film Series: Haxan
(1922, Sweden) 104 min.Directed and written by and starring Benjamin Christensen. Introduced by Jason Nice, History and Humanities Center Board. Grave robbing, torture, possessed nuns, and a satanic Sabbath: this legendary film uses a series of dramatic vignettes to explore the scientific hypothesis that the witches of the Middle Ages suffered the same hysteria as turn-of-the-century psychiatric patients. But the film itself is far from serious—instead it’s a witches’ brew of the scary, gross, and darkly humorous.



Thursday, April 10


Faculty/Staff Reception
All faculty and staff with international interests are invited to a reception from 4:00-5:15pm in the Humanities Center, Trinity Hall. As the focal point of the event, we will have a 10-minute presentation by two students from the Child Development Program who, along with their faculty members, presented a research paper at an international conference in Dubai in March. The reception provides an opportunity to meet new people, share experiences, and find common interests. The event is being hosted by the Campus Internationalization Communication and Networking task group. For more information, contact Katherine Punteney at kpunteney@csuchico.edu or x5408. Refreshments will be provided.



Tuesday, April 15


International Forum: History and Contemporary Life in Nicaragua: A Student Forum
Presented by Katrina McCormack, Lorena Rodríguez, and Steve Lewis, Latin American Studies, Holt Hall 170, 5-5:50pm.


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Wednesday, April 16


Guitar Music: “Brazilian Daze, Spanish Knights”

Accomplished guitarist Tobin Roye, who recently returned from San Francisco to join the CSU, Chico Music Department, will play sensual contemporary Brazilian waltzes and passionate Spanish classics by 19th and 20th century composers. This concert benefits CSU, Chico’s guitar program. Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall, 7:30pm.


Promoting Peace Through Recreation
On April 16 at 7:30pm in Ayres 120, Prof. Michael Leitner, Recreation and Parks Management, is speaking on the topic of “Promoting Peace Through Recreation.” The presentation will focus on coexistence programs in Israel that bring together Palestinians and Israelis. Prof. Leitner will speak specifically about a program he conducted in Israel with Arab and Jewish older adults, as well as two new programs he is working on with the Peres Peace Center in Israel. In addition, Prof. Leitner will share information about other recreational programs that are promoting coexistence among Israelis and Palestinians.

As an example of what activities are conducted in these programs, there will be music and dancing outside, weather permitting. In addition, the Recreation, Hospitality, and Parks Students (RHAPS) will be providing refreshments. It should be a fun and enlightening evening. The public is invited and admission is free.



Thursday, April 17


Anthropology Forum: "Weaving Light in the Huichol Sierra of Mexico," April 17
Dr. Stacy Schaefer of the Department of Anthropology will be presenting this week’s Anthropology Forum entitled, “Weaving Light in the Huichol Sierra of Mexico.” The forum will take place this Thurs., April 17 at 4pm in Ayres Hall room 120. The campus and community are welcome to attend.


Student Club: Universal Networks in Travel and Education (UNITE)
UNITE is open to all U.S. and international students interested in international travel and meeting new people. The club meets every other Thursday at 6:30pm in Holt Hall 350. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Jen Kappelhof at jkappelhof6@gmail.com.



Friday, April 18


Religious Studies Lecture Series: How Men Become Gods in Hellenistic and Jewish
Theories of Religion
The Religious Studies Department presents Jed Wyrick’s lecture on “How Men Become Gods in Hellenistic and Jewish Theories of Religion.” Trinity 100, 3:00pm.



Tuesday, April 22


International Forum: A Global View of Cults and Extremist Groups: Past, Present,
and Future
Presented by Janja Lalich, Department of Sociology. Holt Hall 170, 5-5:50pm.



Wednesday, April 23


"Living with Terrorism: The Israeli Case,"
On April 23 at 7:30pm in Glenn 212, Bob Cottrell, Kate Transchell and Alan Gibson will be speaking on “Living with Terrorism: The Israel Case.” The three professors were fellows in a “Foundation for the Defense of Democracy” course on terrorism in Israel. The fellows will share some of their experiences, which included interviewing terrorists in Israeli prisons. Admission is free and the public is invited.


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Thursday, April 24


Diana Daniels Lecture: Art Miami 2007: A World View
The University Art Gallery presents: Diana Daniels, Associate Curator, Crocker Art Museum. Diana Daniels, this year’s Annual Student Exhibition juror, will talk about Art Miami 2007. This acclaimed international arts fair featured thousands of artworks shown by over 90 galleries, representing 17 countries. On view were cutting-edge, contemporary and master works by Western, Latin American and Asian artists. 5pm - 6pm. Trinity 100 (Humanities Center Gallery).



Saturday, April 26


International Festival 2008
International Festival is a cultural celebration sponsored by AS Multicultural Affairs Council. The 30th annual event will take place April 26, 2008 at Downtown Plaza at 11am. There will be food, music, dance and cultural art available for your enjoyment and enlightenment. This event is free and open to the community. For more information, or if you would like to participate as a performer for International Festival please call Amber Harris 530-898-5701 or email asmulticultural@csuchico.com.



Monday, April 28


"The Stereotyped American"
Presented by Tasha Dev, Study Abroad Coordinator
What do people in other countries really think about Americans and U.S. culture? What are the commonly held stereotypes? Are these stereotypes valid or fair? Who creates and perpetuates any misconceptions there may be about our culture overseas? A student panel of international exchange students in Chico, as well as U.S. students who have studied abroad recently, will discuss these issues. The forum will be moderated by Tasha Dev, Study Abroad Coordinator. 12-1pm, BMU 303


"Indian Cooking Lesson"
Presented by Katherine Punteney, International Student Advisor

Indian cuisine is world-renowned for its savory spices. Join us to learn the basic skills of Indian cooking. Monday, April 28, 5-7pm, Tehama 118.



Tuesday, April 29


"Financing Your International Experience"
Presented by the Financial Aid Office

Thinking about studying abroad but you're not sure how you're going to pay for it? Financial Aid can help pay some, and sometimes all the costs associated with your studies abroad. Come to the BMU, room 210 on Tuesday, April 29th at 12:00. Casey Dinsmore from the Financial Aid Office will be talking about how to apply and what kind of money is available. Find out about grants and loans. Financial aid can be very confusing so this is a great opportunity to get your questions answered! 12-1pm, BMU 303.


International Forum: Understanding Pakistan
Presented by Mahan Mizra, Department of Religious Studies. Holt Hall 170, 5-5:50pm.


"A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to…"
Presented by The Campus Wellness Center

Most of us in our travels have experienced a "cultural misunderstanding", those times that we are behaving in a way that may be appropriate to our own particular culture, but not to other places in the world. Please join us as students share their often amusing stories of cultural difference and what can be learned as a result of their experiences. 6:00-7:30, Tehama 106.


University Film Series: Swimming Pool
(2003, France/U.K.) 102 min.Directed by Francois Ozon. Introduced by Peter Hogue, emeritus, English. Europe’s most daring and inventive writer/director, François Ozon, reunites with his two favorite leading ladies, Charlotte Rampling (Under the Sand) and Ludivine Sagnier (8 Women). Sarah Morton (Rampling) is a famous British mystery author. Tired of London and seeking inspiration for her new novel, she accepts an offer from her publisher John Bosload (Charles Dance) to stay at his home in Lubéron, in the South of France. It is the off-season, and Sarah finds that the beautiful country locale and unhurried pace is just the tonic for her—until late one night, when John’s indolent and insouciant French daughter Julie (Sagnier) unexpectedly arrives.


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Wednesday, April 30


Conversations on Diversity: Sikh Experience in the U.S.: More Than What You Think
Facilitated by campus and community panel. BMU 210, 12-12:50pm. Contact Tray Robinson 898-4764 for additional information.


"UNITE– Taste Test Your Travels and Dreams Dinner"
Presented by UNITE

Interested in travel, studying abroad, other cultures, internationalization, or just like eating good food? Then come join us on Wednesday April 30th!

We will be serving a variety of international dishes and you will get the chance to mingle with some like-minded people. We welcome anyone who has studied abroad, is interested in studying abroad, international students studying here, and anyone else in the community who is interested in travel and all things international. 7-9pm, Humanities Center, Trinity Hall.