Multicultural Calendar
October 2008 | |
Thursday, October 9 | |
| 8:00 p.m. | Ignacio Rivera. A slam poetry performance that reflects on multi-gender and multi-racial experiences within the Latino and queer communities in the U.S. and the Caribbean. Discussion to follow. Part of Latino Heritage Month 2008. Lyons Den Coffeehouse Contact: Nora Rasanen |
Friday, October 17 | |
| 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Specialized Resumes for Science Students. Add specialized skills to get your resume noticed. Marshall Center for Intercultural Learning Contact: Gerrie Morris |
| * | Homecoming Weekend 2008. A celebration of all things Wheaton! Alumnae/i, parents, families and their students enjoy a fun-filled campus weekend. Watch for more information in August. Contact: Ryan Parker (alums), Andrea Holden (parents) |
Saturday, October 18 | |
| * | Homecoming Weekend 2008. Alumnae/i, parents, families and their students enjoy a fun-filled campus weekend. Watch for more information in August. Contact: Ryan Parker (alums), Andrea Holden (parents) |
Friday, October 24 | |
| 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Tips for Pre-Registration and Running a Degree Audit. Marshall Center for Intercultural Learning. Contact: Gerrie Morris |
| 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. | Ally 101 Training. Sponsored by the Safe Zone Committee, this informational program provides a foundation of knowledge needed to be an effective ally to the LGBTQ community. Upon completion you may sign an ally agreement form to receive a Safe Zone placard. RSVP to Nadia Omar by 4 p.m. on Wednesday, October 22. Everyone is welcome to attend. RSVP for room location. Contact: Nadia Omar |
Friday, October 31 | |
| 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | International Fair. International students share food and culture from their countries. Atrium, Balfour-Hood Contact: Lucas Mayer |
November 2008 | |
Friday, November 7 | |
| 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Ramen and Tea. Sample ramen noodles and different types of tea. Learn the history of ramen noodles while enjoying the authentic tastes. Atrium, Balfour-Hood Contact: Jennifer Park |
Friday, November 14 | |
| 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Study Abroad Info Session. Come hear from the staff of the Center for Global Education and your peers about academic experiences abroad. Marshall Center for Intercultural Learning Contact: Gerrie Morris |
| 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. | Ally 101 Training. Sponsored by the Safe Zone Committee, this program provides the knowledge you need to be an effective ally to the LGBTQ community. Upon completion you may sign an ally agreement form to receive a Safe Zone placard. RSVP to Nadia Omar by 4 p.m. on November 12. Everyone is welcome. RSVP for room location. Contact: Nadia Omar |
Tuesday, November 18 | |
| 5:30 p.m. | Asian Leadership Dinner. An opportunity for Asian students to connect with the faculty outside of class and share your ideas and hopes for Wheaton. The Asian American Coalition will present its proposal for an Asian Studies Department at Wheaton. Cole Chapel Basement. Contact: Nicole Schmitz |
December 2008 | |
Friday, December 5 | |
| 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Study Break. Have you been living in the library for a week? Gone to bed when the sun came up? Need a break? Join us for a study break where you can grab a bite to eat and de-stress. Marshall Center for Intercultural Learning Contact: Gerrie Morris |