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Activities Calendar - September 2008

Tuesday, September 2

University Film Series: MadCat Women’s International Film Festival
(2005-2006, Lithuania, Croatia, Australia, Germany, U.S.A., Belgium, Austria) Curated by Ariella Ben-Dov. The program will include seven films: the longest is 30 minutes; the shortest is one minute. Festival is 102 minutes total. 7:30 p.m., Ayres 106.
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Tuesday, September 8

International Forum: The Legacy of the Beijing Olympics: What does it Mean to be Chinese?
Presented by Dr. Chunyan Song, Sociology. Born and raised in China, she spent the first 25 years there before coming to the U.S. for graduate school. Dr. Song gained many insights of China through her work with a western news agency while she was living in Beijing. She received both her master and doctorate degrees from Arizona State University. Her research interests and expertise include educational issues of immigrant children, demography, and family. 5-5:50pm, Holt Hall 170.
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Tuesday, September 8

University Film Series: Mar Adentro (The Sea Inside)
(2004, Spain/France/Italy) 125 min. Directed by Alejandro Amenábar. Hosted by Steve Lewis, history, for the Phi Alpha Theta History Club and in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month. In Spanish/Catalan/Galician with English subtitles. Based on the true story of Spaniard Ramón Sampedro, who fought a 30-year campaign to win the right to end his life with dignity. Film explores Ramón's relationships with two women: Julia, a lawyer who supports his cause, and Rosa, a local woman who wants to convince him that life is worth living. 7:30 p.m., Ayres 106.
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Thursday, September 11

Chico Performances: Dya Singh
Playing an exciting acoustic blend of Sikh traditional music, blues, jazz, folk, country western, and Australian bush music, Dya Singh fully embraces world music. Greatly influenced by the sounds of India, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, Singh's fabulous band uses the tabla, harmonium, didgeridoo, violin, guitar, and bodhran to convey the universal messages of peace, truth, love, harmony, equality, and justice — mixed with a little bit of India's Bollywood dancing, too. 7:30 p.m., Laxson Auditorium.
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Tuesday, September 16

University Film Series: Knife in the Water
(1962, Poland) 94 min. Directed by Roman Polanski. Hosted by Jason Tannen, University Art Gallery. The second protégé of the Lodz Film School to become an international art house sensation (after Andrzej Wajda), Polanski pounced on the scene with a mischievous glint in his eye with this film, whose title suggests violence, suspense, and mystery. A minimalist, three-character drama of simmering marital discord, class warfare, and eroticism, Knife constantly thwarts expectations. 7:30 p.m., Ayers 106.
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Friday, September 19 to Sunday, September 21

Chico World Music Festival
Daytime and evening performances, art displays and classes, children’s activities, international food, and more. Held on the CSU, Chico campus in Laxson Auditorium, Kendall Hall lawns, and Taylor Recital Hall.
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Monday, September 22

Film: Charlie Wilson's War
The Associated Students and The College of Humanities and Fine Arts at CSU,Chico presents Charlie Wilson's War, the 2007 film based on the Texas congressman's covert dealings with Afghanistan where his efforts to assist rebels in their war with the Soviets have had far-reaching impact on domestic and world politics. Charlie Wilson's War is directed by Mike Nichols, starring Tom Hanks, Amy Adams, and Julia Roberts. The event is free and open to the public and will be held in Harlen Adams Theatre, PAC 144, 7:30-10:00pm.
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Tuesday, September 23

International Forum: Pakistan: A Historical and Contemporary Glimpse at the Land of the Pure
Presented by Professor Mahan Mirza, Department of Religious Studies. Pakistan, literally Land of the Pure, is a country in South Asia about twice the size of California. Culturally and historically linked to India, Pakistan's Mislim population also has strong ties to the global Islamic community. Bordering Inida, China, Afghanstan, and Iran, Pakistan finds itself in a very sensitive geostrategic region. This multimedia presentation on the geography, demographics, history and politics of Pakistan will provide some context to the news heard by the average American observer on this important part of the world. 5-5:50pm, Holt Hall 170.
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University Film Series: Pancho Goes to College
(2007, USA). Directed, written, and produced by Ruben Reyes. Hosted and with a question and answer period by Reyes and a cast member visiting from Tucson for the screening. Funded by the Committee on Arts and Lectures (CAL) and the Office of Diversity in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month. In the film, Pancho is looking forward to his new life in college, away from the barrio, his culture, and way of life. But then he meets his new zany roommates, and together, they discover girls, parties, study time, and multiculturalism in a large Arizona college campus. Can Pancho adapt? Will he survive away from home? Shot entirely in Southern Arizona, the film is a comedy feast for the eyes and ears. Scenic desert landscapes, crazy college parties, class lectures, rowdy Chicano bars, and an eclectic rock-norteño-hip-hop music soundtrack. Note: in BMU 304, at noon on the following day, Wednesday, Sept. 24, Reyes will be the guest at the Conversation on Diversity. 7:30 p.m., Ayers 106.
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Wednesday, September 24

The Legacy of 1968: A History Roundtable Discussion
Hosted by Department of History. Forty years ago, student movements convulsed campuses and cities from China to Mexico, from Paris to Berkeley. Was 1968 an ephemeral flash in the pan or did it represent a genuine turning point, politically or culturally? Join us for a roundtable discussion on the legacy of 1968. 7:30 p.m., PAC 134. Reception to follow, Trinity 100.
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Ramadan Feast
The Pan Arab Student Union and the Muslim Student Association invite you to the Ramadan Feast where FREE FOOD will be served. Everyone is welcome! 6:30 p.m., Free Speech area.

Thursday, September 25

Meet Australia and New Zealand Visitors
We have two visitors from Oceania coming to the Study Abroad Office at CSU, chico this week, one from Australia and the other from New Zealand. That means it's time to celebrate and learnd more about this part of the world. If you are considering studying abroad in either of these countries, or if you have already lived there and miss the lovely accent, please join us for coffee and conversationa about these exciting study abroad destinations. 2:30-4:00pm, Student Services Center 406.
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Friday, September 26

Religious Studies Lecture Series: Monks with Money in Medieval China: Where it Came Fron and How it Got Them in Trouble
Presented by Dr. Jason Clowser. Oddly enough, for much of Chinese history, few people were wealthier than the Buddhist clergy. Jason Clowser talks about how this happened, why it brought the clergy not just success but also catasstophe, and how it changed the religion in the 20th Century. 3-4:30pm, Ayres Hall 120.
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Monday, September 29

Staff Development Workshop: Cultural Dialogues: The Middle East
This workshop is designed to enhance cross-cultural awareness of the Middle East. The workshop will provide relevent programming aimed at cultivating the knowledge and awareness staff need to successfully serve international students and linguistic minority students, in addition to helping to develop knowledge and awareness of Middle Eastern cultures through dialogue, exploration of differences, and first-person encounters. 9:00-10:45am in Studio A.
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Tuesday, September 30

International Forum: Tlatelolco, 1968: Reflections on a Student Massacre in Mexico
This presentation is about the student massacres which occured at the same time as the 1968 Mexico City Olympics. Presented by Dr. Steve Lewis, Department of History. 5-5:50pm, Holt Hall 170.
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