“Gay? Fine by Me” campaign opens with film
Tonight the “Gay? Fine by me” nationwide campaign will be showing the movie “But I’m A Cheerleader” at 7 p.m. in Lindsay Auditorium.
The movie is about a girl who is sent to gay “reform” camp and the things she learns about herself and those around her. There will be a discussion after the movie.
Tomorrow, Rev. Emily Hassler, a local minister, will speak on “The Spirituality of GLBTIQ: Allies and the Importance of Being Earnest” at the event “High Tea for Allies,” from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the Community Room in Craig Hall. Ally of the Year awards will go to a student, faculty and staff member. RSVP by e-mailing kbensen2@du.edu.
On Thursday, join the DU community by wearing your T-shirt to show your support! Contact Zawdie Ekundayo at zekunday@du.edu with questions.
Business Ethics
Tonight from 7 to 8 p.m., the Daniels Christian Community presents “Technology and the Ethics of Marketplace” in Room 140 of the Daniels College of Business. Bill and Debbie Cron, senior systems analysts from two major corporations, will talk about technology and ethics in the business environment.
Debbie Cron will also share her ethical dilemmas at MCI, where she was directly involved with the $11 billion accounting fraud. All are welcome to come (you don’t have to be a business major). Pizza, snacks and drinks will be provided. The event is free. For questions, contact Grant Goerzen at ggoerzen@du.edu.
Chancellor’s Roundtable
The Chancellor’s Roundtable will be held Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. in room 1864 on the second floor of the Driscoll Student Center. This event provides an opportunity for students to meet with Chancellor Coombe in a casual atmosphere to discuss their concerns and ideas for the university.
For questions, please contact Amanda Carlton at acarlton@du.edu.
Diversity Week
The Diversity Week Celebration kicks off its week-long event inspired by the PLP (Pioneer Leadership Program) Community Change Initiative Project on Saturday to create awareness and educate the DU undergraduate community about the different issues of diversity and how they can help out.
This week contains many different events, including: “A Tunnel of Oppression,” a “Write on the Wall” project displayed during the week, international meals in the dining halls and at the International House, speakers, a DUPB-sponsored movie on Thursday night and activities on the Driscoll bridge. For questions, contact Leah Goldstein at lgoldste@du.edu.
Free jazz concert
The Lamont School of Music is holding a free jazz combo concert by Flo’s Underground this Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Recital Salon in the Newman Center for the Performing Arts. Contact Victoria Brandys at vbrandys@du.edu or visit www.du.edu/lamont with questions.
Festival of Nations
The Festival of Nations, the largest student-run event on campus, will take place on Saturday in Driscoll North from 12 to 5 p.m.
There will be 40 on-campus and off-campus groups showcasing their cultures with international cuisines and a variety of ethnic performances including belly-dancing, Bolivian dance, Iranian dance, an international fashion show, an international school choir and more. If you have any questions, please contact Idie Si at csi@du.edu or Eric Streeper at estreepe@du.edu.
Experience Tibet
Experience Tibetan culture Monday, April 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. in Lindsay Auditorium. Tamdin Wangdu from the Tibetan Village Project will present a slideshow of photographs accompanied with stories of his native land. Free authentic Tibetan food will be provided.
