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October 2007
In the Time of Butterflies: Film & Discussion
Tuesday, October 2, 2007 6:00pm-8:00pm, Talley Student Center, Blue
Room
This film is a true story based on the novel by Julia Alvarez about three sisters
who were in fierce opposition of the dictatorship of General Leonidas Trujillo
in the Dominican Repulic.
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Study Circles on Race and Race Relations
Tuesdays, October 2- 30, 2007 3:00-5:00 pm, Talley Student Center,
Room 3125
The mission of Study Circles is to increase the understanding, appreciation,
and celebration of different races and cultures throughout NC State, and to
provide the community with practical recommendations for actions that individuals
can take to promote equality.
More Information
and Registration Forms
Peer Mentor Program Fall Training
Thursday, October 4, 2007
The Peer Mentor Program targets first-year African American, Native American
and Hispanic students. The primary objective of the program is to contribute
to the advancement of first-year students by aiding in their academic, emotional
and social adjustments to college. Any first year student can request to be
served by an upper class mentor through the Peer Mentor Program. Any upper
class student with a 2.5 or greater total grade point average can apply to
serve as a mentor.
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Hispanic Heritage Soccer Tournament
Saturday, October 6, 2007 10:00am-4:00pm, Lee Field
Got a taste for some Futbol? Then come participate in the Mi Familia and SHPE
7-on-7 Soccer Tournament.
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El Salsabor!
Monday, October 8, 2007 8:00pm-10:00pm, Talley Student Center, Ballroom.
Admission: $2.00
Come and explore the rich heritage of the Hispanic/ Latino culture as an ensemble
of talented performers brings this vibrant history to life through music, visual
performances and the arts.
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Minority Career Fair
October 17 & 18, 2007 10:00am-4:00pm, Talley Student Center
Meet recruiters from various companies to learn more about career, employment
and internship opportunities. Business Attire preferred.
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University Open House
Saturday, October 20 , 2007
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Events Schedule
How to Move Forward When You Feel Like Quitting: Speaker Andres Lara
Tuesday, October 23, 2007 6:00pm-7:30pm, Nelson Hall Auditorium, Room
3400
Andres Lara escaped from Cuba at the age of 16. He arrived in American not
knowing a word of English, without his parents, without any money, and was
even homeless for a while. Come hear him speak about how he was able to turn
his life around.
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The Protected Class Series
"Discrimination" has traditionally been defined as adverse
treatment based on an individual's race, color, sex, national origin, or religion.
These characteristics are sometimes called "protected classes" or "covered
categories." The purpose of the Protected Class Series is to provide more
information to the campus community regarding the ten protected classes that
are covered in the University's policies.
The Proected Class of Age
Thursday, October 25, 2007 1:00pm-4:00pm, Green Room, Talley Student Center
The Protected Classes of Race & Color
Tuesday, October 30, 2007 9:00am-12:00pm, Brown Room, Talley Student
Center
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November 2007
Native American / American Indian Heritage Month Programming
November
1-30, 2007
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The
Protected Class Series
"Discrimination" has traditionally
been defined as adverse treatment based on an individual's race, color, sex,
national origin, or religion. These characteristics are sometimes called "protected
classes" or "covered
categories." The purpose of the Protected Class Series is to provide more
information to the campus community regarding the ten protected classes that
are covered in the University's policies.
The Protected Class of Veteran Status
Wednesday, November 7, 2007 9:00am-12:00pm, Brown Room, Talley Student
Center
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Information and Registration
Building Bridges: Strengthening Leadership
for Diverse Communities Parts I & II
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
9:00am-4:30pm, Blue Room, Talley Student Center
Building Bridges: Strengthening
Leadership for Diverse Communities will allow you to gain self-awareness,
stretch beyond your comfort zone, and gain new understanding. This unique
workshop is interactive, experiential, and high energy. Participants are
both teachers and learners.
More Information and Registration
The
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Thursday, November
29, 2007 1:00pm- 4:00pm, Green Room, Talley Student Center
Learn more about
the laws that the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces
and how the organization operates and handles charges. You will also hear case
studies and gain insights into how to avoid employment discrimination. An EEOC
representative presents this workshop.
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December 2007
Exploring Oppression
Tuesday, December 4, 2007 9:00am-12:00pm, Room 3118, Talley Student
Center
The cycle of oppression in American society stems from an abuse of power with
resulting negative treatment and outcomes for a variety of peoples. Within
this workshop, you will have the opportunity to question your role in the cycle
of oppression by asking: Am I oppressed? Do I oppress others? What is my role
in breaking the cycle of oppression? You will explore the existence, definition,
cycle of oppression, and the experience of oppression for individuals and groups.
Finally, strategies to eliminate oppression from the perspective of the oppressed
and the oppressor will be examined.
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Kwanzaa Celebration, keynote speaker TBA
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
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January 2008
Study Circles II: Dismantling Racism- Round A
Tuesdays, January 15 – February 12, 2008 2:00pm-4:00pm, Talley
Student Center, Room 3125
*Please note that you must complete the first round of Study Circles before
taking part in Study Circles II
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Information and Registration Forms
SPACE – Saturday Program for Academic and Cultural Education
at NC State
Starts January 29, 2008 and meets every Saturday for 8 weeks.
SPACE is designed for students enrolled in the 6th, 7th, and 8th grades within
the Triangle area. The program is structured to accommodate students from groups
underrepresented in the science, technology, mathematics, and teaching professions.
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Study Circles on Race and Race Relations
Wednesdays, January 30- February 27, 2008 3:00-5:00 pm, Talley Student
Center, Room 3125
The mission of Study Circles is to increase the understanding, appreciation,
and celebration of different races and cultures throughout NC State, and to
provide the community with practical recommendations for actions that individuals
can take to promote equality.
More
Information and Registration Forms
The Protected Class Series
"Discrimination" has traditionally been defined as adverse treatment
based on an individual's race, color, sex, national origin, or religion. These
characteristics are sometimes called "protected classes" or "covered
categories." The purpose of the Protected Class Series is to provide more
information to the campus community regarding the ten protected classes that
are covered in the University's policies.
The Protected Class of Sex
Wednesday, January 30, 2008 9:00am-12:00pm, Brown Room, Talley
Student Center
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February 2008
Black History Month Programming
February 1-28, 2007
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The Protected Class Series
"Discrimination" has traditionally been defined as adverse
treatment based on an individual's race, color, sex, national origin, or religion.
These characteristics are sometimes called "protected classes" or "covered
categories." The purpose of the Protected Class Series is to provide more
information to the campus community regarding the ten protected classes that
are covered in the University's policies.
The Proected Class of National Origin
Wednesday, February 13, 2008 9:00am-12:00pm, Brown Room, Talley Student Center
The Protected Class of Disability
Wednesday, February 27, 2008 1:00pm-4:00pm, Brown Room, Talley Student
Center
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and Registration
Moving Forward: The Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender (GLBT) Community
at NC State
Thursday, February 28, 2008 3:00pm-4:30pm, Stewart Theater, Talley Student
Center
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March 2008
Study Circles on Race and Race Relations
Mondays, March 10- April 7, 2008 5:00-7:00 pm, Talley Student Center, Room
3125
Tuesdays, March 11- April 8, 2008 3:00-5:00 pm, Talley Student Center, Room
3125
The mission of Study Circles is to increase the understanding, appreciation,
and celebration of different races and cultures throughout NC State, and to
provide the community with practical recommendations for actions that individuals
can take to promote equality.
More
Information and Registration Forms
The Protected Class Series
"Discrimination" has traditionally been defined as adverse
treatment based on an individual's race, color, sex, national origin, or religion.
These characteristics are sometimes called "protected classes" or "covered
categories." The purpose of the Protected Class Series is to provide more
information to the campus community regarding the ten protected classes that
are covered in the University's policies.
The Protected Class of Religion & Creed
Wednesday, March 12, 2008 1:00pm-4:00pm, Green Room, Talley Student
Center
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and Registration
Diversity, Discrimination, & Affirmative Action
Thursday, March 20, 2007 9:00am-12:00pm, Brown Room, Talley Student
Center
The purpose of this workshop is to explore affirmative action and related concepts.
More Information
and Registration
Peer Mentor Program Spring Training
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
The Peer Mentor Program targets first-year African American, Native American
and Hispanic students. The primary objective of the program is to contribute
to the advancement of first-year students by aiding in their academic, emotional
and social adjustments to college. Any first year student can request to be
served by an upper class mentor through the Peer Mentor Program. Any upper
class student with a 2.5 or greater total grade point average can apply to
serve as a mentor.
More Information
Legacies + Layers = Lenses
Thursday, March 27, 2008 9:00am-12:00pm, Walnut Room, Talley Student
Center
Participants look at the world through their own set of spectacles, or perceptual
filters, comprising what they have been taught and what they have seen, heard,
and experienced. These perceptual filters are lenses through which everyone
looks at differences such as race, ethnicity, gender, and nationality. This
interactive session offers ideas and skills to assist university faculty, staff,
and students in addressing the management of negative conflict in proactive,
constructive ways.
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and Registration
Native American Pow Wow
Monday, March 31, 2008 12:00pm-4:00pm, Carmichael Gymnasium
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April 2008
Affirmative Action in Action
Wednesday, April 2, 2007 1:00pm-4:00pm, Green Room, Talley Student
Center
This workshop provides an opportunity to expand the knowledge participants
have gained about the policy of affirmative action in the Equal Employment
Opportunity workshop.
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and Registration
Building Bridges: Strengthening Leadership for Diverse Communities
Parts I & II
Thursday, April 10, 2008 9:00am-4:30pm, Blue Room, Talley Student
Center
Building Bridges: Strengthening Leadership for Diverse Communities will allow
you to gain self-awareness, stretch beyond your comfort zone, and gain new
understanding. This unique workshop is interactive, experiential, and high
energy. Participants are both teachers and learners.
More Information and Registration
Equal Opportunity Jeopardy
Tuesday, April 15, 2006 9:00am-12:00pm, Brown Room, Talley Student
Center
Equal Opportunity Jeopardy is an educational game for team participants designed
to to review equal employment opportunity laws and history, affirmative action,
and diversity. This program is both educational and fun. The game has the format
of Jeopardy. Although no money is given away, the fun and learning is priceless.
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May 2008
Study Circles II: Dismantling Racism –Round B
Wednesday, May 28 - June 25, 2008 1:00pm-3:00pm, Talley Student Center,
Room 3125
*Please note that you must complete the first round of Study Circles before
taking part in Study Circles II.
More Information
and Registration Forms
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