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DDCE Events — Archive (current calendar events)
2009
September
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
Multicultural Information Center
President’s Luncheon
The Students for Equity and Diversity (SED) MIC agency to participate in the President’s Luncheon.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3
Multicultural Information Center
You Bring Out the Asian American in Me
6:00 – 9:00 PM @ Texas Union Ballroom
The Asian Desi Pacific Islander American Collective (APAC), an MIC agency, to hosts You Bring Out the Asian American in Me for new students. Open to all UT community with an emphasis on incoming freshman.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Multicultural Information Center
Black President’s Meeting
The Afrikan American Affairs (AAA) MIC agency hosts the Black President’s Meeting. By invitation only.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
Community Awards Ceremony
Mexican-American Cultural Center
By invitation only.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
Multicultural Information Center
UT Pow Wow
The Longhorn American Indian Council (LAIC), an MIC agency, hosts the UT Pow Wow.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 thru FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2
The Community Organizing Training Series
Monday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm @ Community Engagement Center
This Community Organizing Training Series is sponsored by the UT Community Engagement Center of the DDCE. Trainings will take place at the UT Community Engagement Center at 1009 East 11th Street. These trainings are only open to those previously selected into the program.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
The VSLC Volunteer Fair
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM @ West Mall
The Volunteer & Service Learning Center and the Student Volunteer Board proudly present the Fall 2009 Volunteer Fair. Visit with over 70 community agencies to find volunteer and service internship opportunities! For additional information, please call 512-471-6161 or visit www.UTvolunteer.org.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
Multicultural Information Center
Dieciseis de Septiembre
The Latino Leadership Council (LLC), one of the agencies of the MIC, hosts Dieciseis de Septiembre in celebration of Mexico’s independence day. Open to all the UT community.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 – SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
Multicultural Information Center
Social Justice Retreat
The Students for Equity and Diversity (SED) MIC agency to host Social Justice Retreat. By invitation only.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
Multicultural Information Center
Asian American Leadership Institute
The Asian Desi Pacific Islander American Collective (APAC), an MIC agency, to host the Asian American Leadership Institute.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
9th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Statue Rededication
The MLK Statue Rededication Committee, Afrikan American Affairs of the Multicultural Information Center, and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. invite you to join them at the 9th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Statue Rededication. For more information or questions, contact the MIC at 512-232-2958.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
Multicultural Information Center
MIC Agency Mixer
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
15th Annual MLK Statue Celebration
Multicultural Information Center
August
SUNDAY, JULY 12 – SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG)
The DDCE is pleased to announce that the Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG) will be hosted at the University of Texas at Austin from July 12 to August 1, 2009. UT-Austin faculty and staff are invited to submit an application for their children in grades 4-11. Central to the SIG–Residential program is the idea that by living where they learn, students become part of a community of like-minded young people and adults. These students are committed to academic excellence, social and emotional growth, and creative and recreational excitement. Eligibility requirements and the student application can be found at http://www.giftedstudy.com/index.asp.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 7
Film Screening of “Straightlaced”
8:00 PM @ Jester Auditorium
The Gender and Sexuality Center is proud to co-sponsor a screening of “Straightlaced” –How Gender’s Got Us All Tied Up. This is the first feature-length documentary and educational campaign to explore how gender expectations limit the lives of all teenagers. Please join us for the screening in Jester Auditorium at 8 pm.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12
LCAE Summer Scholars Program Forum
4:00 – 6:00 pm @ Texas Union Eastwood Room 2.102
The Longhorn Center for Academic Excellence cordially invites you to The Summer Scholars Program Undergraduate Research Forum. For more information please contact Rian Carkhum, rian.carkhum@austin.utexas.edu
MONDAY, AUGUST 17 – FRIDAY, AUGUST 21
Multicultural Information Center Staff Training
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
DDCE and CMAS Co-Host the Malaquias and Maceo Montoya Art Exhibit Reception
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Mexican American Cultural Center, 600 River Street, Austin, TX
Please join us at a reception for the art exhibition “Malaquias and Maceo Montoya: Dos Vistas un Camino al Rumbo de la Humanidad.” The reception will include a booksigning and remarks by Malaquias and Maceo Montoya. Light refreshments will be served and music will be provided by The Mexican Roots Trio. For more information, contact Herlinda Zamora (exhibit coordinator) at (512) 478-6222 or herlinda.zamora@ci.austin.tx.us.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21
Multicultural Information Center
Latino Leadership Retreat
The Latino Leadership Council (LLC), one of the agencies of the MIC hosts the Latino Leadership Retreat. Open to LLC members.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21 – MONDAY, AUGUST 24
Multicultural Information Center
Afrikan American New Student Weekend
The Afrikan American Affairs (AAA) MIC agency hosts the Afrikan American New Student Weekend.
MONDAY, AUGUST 24
DDCE Student Organization Co-Sponsorships
The DDCE Co-Sponsorship Committee is now accepting applications for the fall 2009. Student organization leaders can apply for event co-sponsorships until September 10. Applications will be reviewed and very short interviews will be held September 14th or 16th. Allocations will be made the week of September 25th. For additional information, please visit http://www.utexas.edu/diversity/forms/co_sponsorintro.php.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25
Multicultural Information Center
Steps for Success
4:30 - 6:30 PM @ Burdine 106
The Students for Equity and Diversity (SED) MIC agency hosts Steps for Success. Open to all UT community with an emphasis on incoming freshman.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26
Multicultural Information Center
QPOCA Bloq Party
Queer People of Color and Allies (QPOCA) hosts the QPOCA Bloq Party. Open to all UT community.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 27
Multicultural Information Center
Sabado Gigante
5:00 – 8:00 PM @ Gregory Gym
The Latino Leadership Council (LLC), one of the agencies of the MIC hosts Sabado Gigante for new students. Open to all UT community with an emphasis on incoming freshman.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 28 DEADLINE – 5 pm
Intellectual Entrepreneurship Pre-Graduate School Internship
The Intellectual Entrepreneurship Pre-Graduate School Internship is an opportunity for undergraduate students to work closely with a graduate student mentor and/or faculty member.
Throughout the semester, interns discover those unique aspects of graduate study that make it distinct from the undergraduate experience, such as conducting research, serving as teaching and research assistants, and participating in seminars. This course will be offered in the fall. For additional information, please contact Richard A Cherwitz at 512-471-1939.
July
TUESDAY, JULY 7 – WEDNESDAY, JULY 8
University Outreach Center’s Hosts University Jumpstart
On UT campus
University Jumpstart is a summer academic skills enhancement program for University Outreach students. This program is a bridge between junior high and high school. In math, students review algebra I concepts and are introduced to geometry. In science, students study biology and learn laboratory procedures. Students also receive instruction in personal development, including public speaking. This camp is generally held on a college campus to give students a first-hand experience of a simulated college life. University Jumpstart is the signature program for the University Outreach Centers.
MONDAY, JULY 13 – SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG)
The University of Texas at Austin Campus
The Pre-College Academic Readiness Programs (PCARP) within Pre-College Youth Development Programs and Student Academic Success Initiatives is the sponsor of this summer learning experience for identified gifted students. Participants in grades 4-ll from around the United States and other countries spend 3 weeks on UT's campus fully engaged in academic, cultural, and other enrichment activities. Every student is scheduled for five academic periods during each of the 15 academic days. There is a recreational hour after the last course period. On weekends, students participate in a variety of activities (off-campus trips on Saturdays and extended evening programs) that provide a change of pace and further enrichment, specifically designed for the academically gifted student. For further information, contact: Dr. Kenya Haynes 232-4627 or Dr. Aileen Bumphus 232-4660.
TUESDAY, JULY 14
DDCE Participates in GAHCC 2009 Summer Hillside Concert
6:00 - 9:00 PM @ at the Pan American Recreation Center, 2100 East 3rd Street.
DDCE participates in the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation 2009 Summer Hillside Concert. This summer the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation (GAHCC EF), in partnership with the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department, present "Don Yojan y La Frescura". Targeted toward high schools with large Hispanic populations, this one-of-a-kind summer music series is designed to embrace the Hispanic culture and promote the importance of education, and staying in school. We expect 300-500 persons in attendance. For additional information, please contact Linda Medina at the GAHCC at 512-462-4311 or at
lmedina@gahcc.org.
FRIDAY, JULY 17
ICUSP and LEADERSHIP ENRICHMENT ARTS PROGRAM (LEAP) Final Performance
6:30 - 8:00 PM @ Blanton Auditorium (Smith Bldg)
For the second year, LEAP is hosting campers on the UT/Austin campus beginning Sunday, July 12th. Forty local boys and girls ranging in ages 12-18 will sample "A Taste of College" by living in Jester Center and attending specially designed classes in Leadership and the Arts. This affords the kids an opportunity to 'imagine' college as a comfortable place for their futures. It is an all Longhorn affair as we have hired UT grad students to design and instruct the classes and the art classes will be conducted in The Blanton Museum with the assistance of staff. LEAP is celebrating its twentieth year of offering these free camps and we are looking forward to a strong and long relationship with UT/Austin through our partnership with Institute for Community, University and School Partnerships (ICUSP). Join us to celebrate forty future college graduates who will never forget their 'taste of college'. You can find more about our organization at www.leapaustin.org <http://www.leapaustin.org/>.
MONDAY, JULY 20 - TUESDAY, JULY 21
SPURS Summer Professional Development Workshop for Teachers
This is a 2-day summer workshop for our SPURS Teachers who will be partnering with UT Instructors. All participants will be engaged in a series of curriculum and pedagogy updates focused on increasing their knowledge and skills in the delivery of Rhetoric and Writing Instruction to high school and college students. For more information, please contact: Dr. Aileen Bumphus PCYD--SASI 512-232-4660.
MONDAY, JULY 13 – FRIDAY, JULY 17
ChemBridge Teacher Summer Professional Development Workshop
A 5-day Summer Professional Development workshop for ChemBridge Teachers.
FRIDAY, JULY 17
DEI & GSC Brown Bag Lunch
12:00 – 1:30 PM @ Texas Union African American Culture Room
The Diversity Education Institute & the Gender and Sexuality Center invite you to attend a brown bag discussion led by Dr. Michele R. Guzmán, Assistant Vice President for Diversity Education Initiatives, and Shane Whalley, Education Coordinator for the Gender and Sexuality Center. “Keeping all voices in the conversation” is the title for the DEI and GSC Summer Brown Bag for diversity educators. The program is open to all members of the campus community. Feel free to bring your lunch, and we’ll bring Tiff’s Treats to share. RSVP & Questions may be directed to Drew Adelman at adelman@mail.utexas.edu.
June
SATURDAY, JUNE 13
Services for Students with Disabilities Beep Baseball
11:00 – 7:00 PM @ University of Texas Intramural fields, 4901 Guadalupe (51st Street and Guadalupe), field #8
The Services for Students with Disabilities office, Sports Vision 20/20 and the Austin Blackhawks would like to invite you to come see Beep Baseball (baseball for the blind) on Saturday. We'll have a team from California, a team from Houston and, of course, the Austin Blackhawks to kick off our summer! This outreach event is designed to connect UT students and staff with our local community. This particular event includes community participants who are UT alumni and also includes high school students from Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired. This is a unique opportunity to see beep baseball played live in Austin, so please invite everybody you know and join us! Call Craig at (512) 232-2848 or email cehigh@austin.utexas.edu if you have any questions about this event.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24
DEI & GSC Brown Bag Lunch
12:00 – 1:30 PM @ Texas Union African American Culture Room
The Diversity Education Institute & the Gender and Sexuality Center invite you to attend a brown bag discussion led by Dr. Michele R. Guzmán, Assistant Vice President for Diversity Education Initiatives, and Shane Whalley, Education Coordinator for the Gender and Sexuality Center. “Keeping all voices in the conversation” is the title for the DEI and GSC Summer Brown Bag for diversity educators. The program is open to all members of the campus community. Feel free to bring your lunch, and we’ll bring Tiff’s Treats to share. RSVP & Questions may be directed to Drew Adelman at adelman@mail.utexas.edu.
May
THURSDAY, MAY 7
GSC Advisory and Working Group meeting, 4-6 p.m. TBA
FRIDAY, MAY 8
"Race, Knowledge, The Human" topics of graduate student symposium
Description: "Questioning Bodies: Race, Knowledge, The Human" An all-day graduate student symposium sponsored by the John L. Warfield Center for African and African American Studies, the Department of Anthropology and the Department of Sociology.
Time: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Location: EPS 1.128
Admission: Free
URL: http://www.utexas.edu/cola/centers/caaas/events/2009/may/
FRIDAY, MAY 15
The Texas Center for Education Policy Lecture Series Presents The Texas Faces the Future Distinguished Lecture Series- “The State of Education for English Language Learners in Texas” (see attachment)
1:00 – 5:00 PM @ Texas Union Ballroom, Rm. 3.202
Participants include: Angela Valenzuela, Ph.D., Professor, The University of Texas at Austin, Associate Vice President for School Partnerships, Division of Diversity and Community Engagement and Director, The Texas Center for Education Policy; Rebecca Callahan, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, University of Georgia, Athens; Julian Vasquez Heilig, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, University of Texas at Austin; Alba Ortiz, Ph.D., Professor, University of Texas at Austin; The Honorable Senator Leticia Van de Putte, District 26. This event is sponsored by The Division of Diversity and Community Engagement, The William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law and The Center for Mexican American Studies.
TUESDAY, MAY 19
DDCE End-of-Semester Celebration
2:00 – 5:00 PM @ Recreational Sports Center – Games Room (RSC 2.104)
Dr. Gregory J. Vincent cordially invites you to attend The DDCE End-of-Semester Celebration.
2 – 2:30 pm
Graduation Celebration
Honoring DDCE graduating student staff members
2:30 – 3:30 pm
DDCE End-Of-Semester Social Hour
Enjoy refreshments while meeting and greeting fellow DDCE staff members
3:30 – 5 pm
Spring All-Division Staff Meeting
Overview of DDCE accomplishments, presentation of staff service awards, and presentation of staff and student excellence awards
For questions or more information, please contact ericasaenz@austin.utexas.edu. MAP: Recreational Sports Center
http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/rsc.html.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20
GSC to Co-Host Lavender Graduation
4:00 – 6:00 PM @ Utopia Theater in School of Social Work
The Lavender Graduation Committee, a group of students and staff from the Gender and Sexuality Center Advisory and Working Group and the Queer Students Alliance would like to invite you to attend the second annual Lavender Graduation at The University of Texas at Austin. Lavender Graduation is a special graduation ceremony and reception that honors the achievements of graduating lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and ally students on campus. The first Lavender Graduation took place in 1995 with a handful of students at the University of Michigan. The ceremony now takes place at many universities throughout the country and continues to grow each year. According to Dr. Ronni Sanlo, the originator of the first Lavender Graduation, the ceremony supports the university’s mission of providing services that promote the academic achievement of LGBTQ students. Sanlo further envisions Lavender Graduation as a celebration that includes LGBTQ students of all backgrounds and acknowledges their contributions to the campus. The ceremony is one way the university can promote a positive connection with LGBTQ students and set the stage for future involvement and support as the students become alumnae/i of the institution. Contact the GSC with any questions at gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu or 512-232-1831.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27
Indigenous Speakers Series, DDCE Community Engagement Center (1009 E. 11th St.), 6 p.m.
Doña Enriqueta Contreras, a Zapotec elder, midwife and herbalist, will discuss her traditional healing techniques
April
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1
Genocide Education Day, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., West Mall
Part of Apathy or Action: The Struggle for Human Rights. DDCE is a co-sponsor of Apathy or Action.
Darfur: Past and Present, 7-9 p.m., Calhoun 100
A group of native Sudanese now living in Houston will speak on the past and present of Darfur. Part of Apathy or Action: The Struggle for Human Rights. DDCE is a co-sponsor of Apathy or Action.
THURSDAY, APRIL 2
The Children of the Congo, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., West Mall
Children in the Democratic Republic of Congo are often forced to become soldiers. Come learn more and help spread the message of this injustice. Part of Apathy or Action: The Struggle for Human Rights. DDCE is a co-sponsor of Apathy or Action.
Raise HOPE for Congo Speakers Tour, 7-9 p.m. Calhoun 100
Brought to us by the ENOUGH Project, a panel of experts will discuss the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo, particularly the violence against women. Part of Apathy or Action: The Struggle for Human Rights. DDCE is a co-sponsor of Apathy or Action.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009
Panel Discussion: Big Ideas Conversation Series – New Arguments for Liberation
Main Bldg. Room 212, 5−6:30 p.m.
Panel will explore the origins of the biological argument for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer civil rights, and offering alternative arguments for equality beyond simply being “born gay.” It is part of a multi-campus tour cosponsored by Washington, D.C.-based Campus Progress and the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force and by the Center for Gender and Sexuality here on campus.
THURSDAY, APRIL 9
Public Performance of Peers for Pride, 6 p.m., WCH 1.120
Students in the Peers for Pride Group will perform monologues which they wrote
MONDAY-SATURDAY, APRIL 13-18
Queer Student’s Alliance Awareness Week
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15
QSA General Meeting 6-7 p.m., Texas Union, African American Culture Room
THURSDAY, APRIL 16
Open training with Shane Whalley, Noon-2 p.m., SSB G1.104
THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2009
Panel Discussion: “When Barbara Jordan Talked, We Listened”
Perry-Castañeda Library, 6 p.m.
Barbara Jordan was an outstanding orator, committed protector of the Constitution, lifelong politician, and great mentor to many. In this panel discussion, Max Sherman, former Dean of the LBJ School of Public Affairs and other invited panelists will celebrate Barbara Jordan’s great gifts and the tremendous impact she had on individuals and communities. The panel will be moderated by Jim Henson, Director of the Texas Politics Project. On May 1, a podcast of the panel discussion will be made available at http://www.lib.utexas.edu/ and at http://texaspolitics.laits.utexas.edu/. The discussion is presented by the Texas Politics Project, College of Liberal Arts and The University of Texas Libraries, and the University Federal Credit Union Student Learning Commons.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15 THRU FRIDAY, APRIL 17
23rd Annual Heman Sweatt Symposium on Civil Rights
Times and Locations TBD
You are cordially invited to attend the 23rd Annual Heman Sweatt Symposium on Civil Rights, April 15-17 with events hosted on The University of Texas at Austin campus. For additional information, please visit http://www.utexas.edu/diversity/events/hemansweatt/.
FRIDAY, APRIL 17
Barbara Jordan Historical Essay Competition Ceremony
AT&T Conference Center (by invitation only)
Open to all Texas high school students, grades 9-12, this competition provides students the opportunity to explore history by talking with grandparents, aunts, and uncles, as well as community, business, and religious leaders about their neighborhood and community. Students will develop an essay related to the competition's theme, "The African American in Texas: Past and Present." For additional information, please visit http://www.utexas.edu/world/barbarajordan/.
MONDAY APRIL 20
The theme for the following events being held in conjunction with the Barbara Jordan Statue unveiling is “Building Coalitions.”
Workshop/Open House: Coalitions on Campus
SSB 1.104, Multicultural Information Center (MIC), Student Services Building, 11 a.m.−2 p.m.
The MIC will facilitate an interactive workshop that will teach the benefits and strategies for building healthy coalitions to affect social change. An open house co-sponsored with the Center for Gender and Sexuality will follow.
Exhibition: Wisdom Through Education
Foyer, Jester Building, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The booth exhibit will highlight Barbara Jordan’s accomplishments and educational history as well as help to raise awareness and support for the DREAM Act 2009 petition. Exhibit is presented by Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc.
Roundtable: Building Coalitions− How University Resource Groups Reflect Barbara Jordan’s Vision
Location: TBD 11:30 a.m. –1 p.m.
Ms. Jordan was a champion of civil rights who worked tirelessly to build coalitions in order to create an inclusive society that valued and respected all of its citizens. This roundtable discussion will bring constituents of the University Resource Groups together to highlight each organization’s mission and to find “commonality through shared differences to initiate change.” The University Resource Groups include the Asian and Asian American Faculty Staff Association, the Black Faculty Staff Association, the Hispanic Faculty Staff Association, and the Pride Equity Faculty Staff Association.
Step Show: Step for Hope and Soul Sessions
Main Mall (UT Tower) – Noon-1 p.m.
The Step for Hope program is geared toward diversifying the UT student body. The UT community is invited to learn a unique step routine which will be followed by a break-dancing and hip hop routine performed by Soul Sessions, a local youth group. Presented by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Epsilon Iota Chapter and the Graduate Student Assembly.
Exhibition: Passion, Vision, and Voice: Students Honoring the Life and Legacy of Barbara Jordan
SSB G1.310A, Glenn Maloney Room, Student Services Building, Noon-1:30 p.m.
The exhibit will feature posters submitted by UT students and student groups that are centered on the themes of building coalition, power of words, social justice, and civic engagement. Presented by the Office of the Dean of Students.
MONDAY, APRIL 20
Multicultural Information Center/Gender and Sexuality Center Open House
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM @ MIC, SSB 1.104
The MIC and the GSC cordially invite you to attend this year’s Open House. The Open House is part of the week-long celebration of the unveiling of the Barbara Jordan statue on campus. This collaborative event strives to build coalitions among historically underrepresented communities and inform students about the different services available at both centers. The Open House will begin with an interactive workshop with representatives from both centers. Then from 12 to 2 pm, the UT community will be able to speak with representatives from each center to learn more about the services they provide.
TUESDAY, APRIL 21
TCEP-UCEA Brown Bag featuring Dr. Harrison Keller
12:00 PM @ George I. Sanchez Building SZB 380
The Texas Center for Education Policy of the Division of Diversity and
Community Engagement and The University Council for Educational Administration present a Brown Bag Lecture featuring Harrison Keller, Ph.D.,
Vice-Provost for Higher Education Policy, The University of Texas at Austin. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact Andrea Melendez at tcep@austin.utexas.edu or phone at 512-471-7055.
TUESDAY, APRIL 21
The theme for the following events being held in conjunction with the Barbara Jordan Statue unveiling is “The Power of Words.”
Lecture/Reception: Who Then Will Speak for the Common Good?
3.304, Quadrangle Room, Texas Union, Noon-2 p.m.
This event will focus on the power and influence of Barbara Jordan’s words on past, present and future leaders. The event will feature Max Sherman, former LBJ School of Public Affairs Dean and friend of the late Barbara Jordan, who will share his remarks on Ms. Jordan’s contributions to public policy. Presented by the Public Affairs Alliance for Communities of Color (PAACC).
Finding Voice – Creative Writing Workshop with Sharon Bridgforth
Room 3.128, Sinclair Suite, Texas Union, 1-3 p.m.
The Finding Voice method will encourage writers to use identity-culture-memory-family histories-dreams to articulate and examine the socio-political realities of their lives in a form that is part poetry, part oral history, part performance art; and to use art as a vehicle for social justice. Note: This workshop is limited to the first 20 people who register by April 15th by emailing gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu. Sponsored by Center for Gender and Sexuality, Women’s Resource Agency, and Queer Students Alliance.
Workshop: A Celebration in Honor of Barbara Jordan
Littlefield Patio Café, 3−5 p.m.
This event will feature various elements of artistic rhetoric to highlight the creative talents and ability that has been cultivated in and around UT due to trailblazers like Barbara Jordan. Spoken word, prose, and a vocalist will celebrate the life and achievements of Barbara Jordan. Presented by Residence Life and the Black Honors Student Association.
Reception: Student Government Honors the Barbara Jordan Statue Project
SSB G1.310A, Glenn Maloney Room, Student Services Building, 6-7:30 p.m.
The reception will honor the Barbara Jordan Statue Project contributors. A resolution will also be asked to pass stating that UT students recognize Ms. Jordan and all those involved in the statue efforts. Sponsored by Student Government.
Monologue Play: Barbara Jordan—The Legacy Lives On
FAC 21, 7-8:00 p.m.
The African American Culture Committee (AACC) will host a monologue play centered on the life and works of Barbara Jordan performed by a local actor. Doors will open at 6:35.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22
GSC and Texas Fem Coffee Talk, Joynes Hall in Carothers Dorm, 8 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22
The theme for the following events being held in conjunction with the Barbara Jordan Statue unveiling is “Social Justice and Community Engagement.”
Lecture/Panel: Progress: Education on Empowerment
Main 212, 11-12:30 p.m.
The event will educate the campus community on the importance of social justice, civic engagement and community involvement, specifically and feature a guest speaker talking about the work of Barbara Jordan, the symbolic meaning behind the statue and the impact of progressive thinking. Presented by Sigma Lambda Gamma and Sigma Lambda Beta.
3rd Annual Debate Competition
CAL 100, 6-9 p.m.
The competition will stimulate an intellectual debate among multi-cultural student leaders centered on diversity-related, civil rights and social justice issues prevalent in the African American community. Presented by Student Leaders Pursuing Law.
THURSDAY, APRIL 23
Austin Area African American Behavioral Health Professionals Meet and Greet
The Hogg Foundation will host the first Austin Area African American Behavioral Health Professionals Meet and Greet from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Lake Austin Center, 4th Floor, Hogg Foundation offices. This gathering will include local therapists, clinicians, and those in the behavioral health field. Dr. King Davis will be facilitating a discussion from 5-6 p.m. It is open to the public but space is limited. To RSVP or for questions, please contact Vicky Coffee-Fletcher at 475-7057 or Vicky.coffee-fletcher@austin.utexas.edu.
Candlelight Vigil: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Barbara Jordan
Main Mall, 8-9 p.m.
The vigil will celebrate the life of Barbara Jordan as well as allow attendees to reflect on the ongoing social, racial, and gender struggles for which Ms. Jordan was an unwavering advocate.
THURSDAY, APRIL 23
GSC film series: Real Women Have Curves, SSB 3.406
FRIDAY, APRIL 24
Unveiling and Dedication of the Barbara Jordan Statue
The Battle Oaks, 24th & Whitis, Noon-1 p.m.
The community-at-large is invited to attend the unveiling ceremony of the Barbara Jordan Statue as we celebrate the great contributions Barbara Jordan gave to our university, our state, and our country. The Barbara Jordan statue will be the first female public figure honored on campus in its 125-year history. Overflow site: Live video of the statue unveiling and dedication ceremony will be televised in the Texas Union Theatre. Presented by the Barbara Jordan Statue Project Committee.
Reception: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Barbara Jordan
Texas Union Ballroom, 1-2 p.m.
The reception will showcase Barbara Jordan photos, quotes, an exhibit by The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History, a 45-minute video featuring “A Conversation with Lady Bird Johnson and Professor Barbara Jordan,” courtesy of the LBJ Library and Museum, and art projects for local schools. Hors d’ouvres and light refreshments will be provided. Hosted by the Barbara Jordan Statue Project Committee.
February
FRIDAY, FEBURARY 20 DEADLINE
The McNair Scholars Program provides a comprehensive Ph.D. preparatory program for first-generation, low-income and underrepresented students. Anyone interested in attending graduate school and would like one-on-one attention and assistance is encouraged to fill out an application. For additional information, please contact Fran'Cee Brown-McClure by e-mail or phone at F.McClure@austin.utexas.edu and 512-471-1205. Please see attached application with a deadline of February 20, 2009.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 and SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Abriendo Brecha Conference
Times and Locations TBD
Abriendo Brecha is an annual conference on activism scholarship held at the University of Texas at Austin. The conference engages with activists’ multilevel work to transform society toward freedom and social justice. The goal is to engage in a series of discussions around the possibility of building a vibrant collaborative community supporting insurgent activism, research, performance and art inside and outside of the academy. For additional information, please visit http://www.utexas.edu/diversity/abriendobrecha/.
FEBRUARY 27 DEADLINE
APPLICATIONS FOR CAMPUS FUSION 2009 EXECUTIVE BOARD POSITIONS
Deadline: 5:00 pm February 27th, 2009
Campus Fusion is the culmination of the “Week of Dialogue,” a collaborative vision built by the Multicultural Information Center and Student Government. Now in its seventh year, Campus Fusion is presented by the Division of Diversity and Community Engagement and The University Co-op. Through different programs during the week students, faculty, staff and community members recognize the importance of talking about issues of diversity while celebrating the variety of cultures and ethnicities present on the Forty Acres. For an application and additional information, please visit http://www.campusfusion.org.
January
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28
Women in Leadership Symposium 2009
8:30 AM – 11:30 AM @ J. Neils Thompson Commons Bldg (10100 Burnet Rd.)
The Texas Diversity Council hosts the Women in Leadership Symposium
2009 themed “Winning Strategies for Success”. Keynote speaker & panelist will be Karen Taylor, Senior VP of HR, Reliant Energy. Moderator will be Jenni Lee, Reporter/Anchor, Fox 7 News and panelists will include Molly McAdams, PhD, Vice President Own Brand H-E-B; Linda Millstone, Associate VP for Institutional Equity & Workforce Diversity, The University of Texas at Austin; Stacy Martinez, Partner Fulbright & Jaworski L.L.P.; and Earsa Jackson, Partner, Strasburger & Price L.L.P. Register online at www.texasdiversitycouncil.org/WilsAUS2009.html <http://www.texasdiversitycouncil.org/WilsAUS2009.html> .
THURSDAY, JANUARY 29
SSD Welcome Back for the Spring 2009
1:00 - 4:00 PM @ Texas Union Quadrangle Room
Services for Students with Disabilities is hosting a Spring Welcome Back event. Please join SSD for refreshments, fun, and games at the Union in the Quadrangle Room. SSD will be welcoming everyone back as well as celebrating Louis Braille's 200th Birthday. Participants can play games including "The Blind Trivia Challenge", orientation and mobility games, Braille spelling, and Braille Jeopardy. Students will also perform "The Braille Dancing Dots", a song and dance celebrating the Braille code and the independence of people who are blind. This event is hosted by SSD and friends at DARS and the Criss Cole Center. For additional info, please contact Craig E. High at cehigh@mail.utexas.edu.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 29
DEI/GSC Host a James Baldwin Documentary Screening
5:00 PM @ CMA 5.160 (LBJ Room)
Diversity Education Initiatives and the Gender and Sexuality Center host the “James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket” documentary film screening. Originally aired on PBS as part of the “American Masters” series, this biographical documentary of the late James Baldwin presents an in-depth look at his personal, artistic, and political life, shaped by his intersecting identities as an African-American gay man. Filmmaker Karen Thorsen combines archival interview footage of the outspoken Baldwin and contemporary interviews with his family and peers (including Maya Angelou, Ishmael Reed, and William Styron) to bring to life one of the most important American writers of the late 20th century. A discussion following the film will be facilitated by Michele Guzmán and Ixchel Rosa. This event is free and open to all. Pizza will be provided. For more info, please contact Matthew at 232-1831 and matthewmckibben@mail.utexas.edu or Drew Adelman at adelman@mail.utexas.edu. For more information about Baldwin and the film, go to: http://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/episodes/james-baldwin/about-the-author/59/
Fall 2008
December
December 2: Living with Pride Series: “Spirituality and Sexuality”
Location and time TBA
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831 or gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
December 3: Project 2009 Team Lead Info. Session, 5-6pm (Location TBA)
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
December 5: Women's Resource Agency’s Holiday Wish List Drive for SafePlace
Deadline for donations is December 5th
The Women's Resource Agency is sponsoring a holiday wish list drive for SafePlace. "SafePlace exists to end sexual and domestic violence through safety, healing, prevention and social change." SafePlace provides housing for many people. Please donate the following: All sizes diapers, All sizes pull ups, Razors, Shaving Cream, Shampoo and Conditioner (unopened and full-sized), Baby hygiene items (powder, shampoo, wipes, etc.), Tampons, Deodorant, Baby food, Infant formula, Tuna, Canned veggies, Canned fruit, Canned beans, Canned soup, Boxed meals (mac and cheese, hamburger-helper type items, etc), Sugar, Flour, Cereal, Rice, Dried Beans, Top ramen, Condensed milk, Spaghetti, Spaghetti Sauce, Tomato sauce. Cell phones would be a great addition too!
Please drop them off either in the Gender & Sexuality center (SSB G.1400) or the Student Government office. (SSB 4.206). Deadline for donations is December 5th. The Gender and Sexuality Center Staff at http://www.utgsc.com.
December 8: Orange Santa Program Ends
November 10 - December 8
Orange Santa began in 1994 as a program designed to foster a more caring campus environment by providing help for members of the university community who have special needs during the holiday season. In December 2007, Orange Santa served 500 families, including 1,700 children. All donated toys or gifts should be new, unwrapped and in the original packing. Wrapping paper, gift bags, ribbons and gift cards are needed to wrap and label gifts once shoppers have made their selections. Although grocery store gift certificates are welcome, we ask that no food items be contributed. Donations will be collected at UT guard stations on the main campus and at the Pickle Research Campus. In addition, there are numerous locations where gift items will be collected. Please check the Orange Santa website for a listing of Campus Collection Stations for the site nearest you. Applications for those wishing to receive assistance through the program can be downloaded or filled out on the Orange Santa website. Please visit http://www.utexas.edu/events/orangesanta/
for all Orange Santa information.
December 10: DDCE’s Fall Staff Celebration
3:00 – 5:00 PM @ MAIN 212
Dr. Gregory J. Vincent cordially invites you to attend the DDCE’s Fall Staff Celebration. Join the DDCE family in Main 212 to mix and mingle, enjoy punch and refreshments, and celebrate the end of another semester. As part of the festivities you are also invited to participate in the Decidedly Delicious Confectionery Exchange. Bring a platter of your favorite seasonal treats, whether it’s a cookie, cupcake, or candy. And if you like, you may enter your sweet snack into competition! Awards and prizes will be presented.
Participation in the Decidedly Delicious Confectionery Exchange is optional.
We hope you’ll join us! For more information about this event, please visit http://www.utexas.edu/diversity/events/internal/e_flyers/fall_celebration_08.pdf. Flyer RSVP to participate in Confectionary Exchange is December 1st, but email me by this Friday, December 5th and we’ll be sure to include your treat.
December 12: PCYD and SASI Open House
11:00 AM – 2: 00 PM @ Offices at 6207 Sheridan Ave., 3rd Floor West Wing
The Pre-College Youth Development Programs and Student Academic Success Initiatives will be hosting an Open House themed ‘Tis the Season to Celebrate…Our Growth, Success, and Accomplishments’.
November
November 3: Dia de Los Muertos Celebracion / Day of the Dead Celebration
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM @ Gregory Plaza
6:00 – 8:00 PM @ Gregory Plaza
All Day @ Main Mall
November 3: TICE Hosts Domestic Violence Awareness Month Events: Combating Violence, Creating Community: A Workshop Series on Domestic Violence
7:00 PM @ TICE, 1009 E. 11th St.
November 3: Real Boys: Raising our Sons"
7:00 PM @ TICE, 1009 E. 11th St.
Emiliano Diaz de Leon, Primary Prevention Specialist at the Texas Association Against Sexual Assault (TAASA)
The workshop will examine the "Boy Code" and its consequences, and seek out ways to raise boys into strong and compassionate men by guiding them through confusing gender messages.
November 6: Drag Workshop
Location and time TBA
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831 or gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
November 11: Living with Pride Series: “Coming Out for the Holidays”
Location and time TBA
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831 or gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
November 13: DDCE Communications Briefing Meeting
10:30 am – 12:00 pm @ SSB Conference Room 4.492
All DDCE departments, programs, and initiatives are invited to send a representative of their choice; we further encourage you to designate one individual and an alternate to attend these meetings on a regular basis.
November 13: Diversity Education Institute Brown Bag: “Avoiding Burnout & Staying Connected”
12:00 – 1:00 PM @ MAI 210
The Diversity Education Institute and the Gender and Sexuality Center invite you to attend a brown bag discussion entitled “Avoiding Burnout & Staying Connected”. Dr. Michele R. Guzmán, Assistant Vice President for Diversity Education Initiatives, will facilitate a discussion about how to stay energized and motivated to work in diversity education and social justice.
November 13: The Kerner Commission Report, 40 Years Later
12:00 – 1:30 PM @ CMA 5.160
Forty years ago, the Kerner Commission said the causes of race riots in 150 American cities were unemployment, poverty and discrimination against black Americans. The news media contributed because they “reflected the biases, paternalism and indifference of white America.” News outlets responded-examining their content, hiring and promotion practices, seeking to become more representative of society. Fred Harris, a member of the original Kerner Commission, discusses what transpired then, and we discuss what has changed since then. This event is sponsored by the School of Journalism, CMAS, the Division for Diversity and Community Engagement, and the College of Communication Latino Media Studies Program. Light Refreshments will be served.
November 15: Project Reach Out, 9am-5pm
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
November 18: Transgender 101 Training for Staff
Location and time TBA
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831 or gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
November 19: Project 2009 Team Lead Info. Session, 5-6pm (Location TBA)
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
October
October 8
LCAE/MIC: Keeping Boundaries: Healthy Versus Unhealthy Relationships
MIC (SSB 1.104) @ 4-5 PM
October 9
1st Annual McNair Scholars Research Symposium
Main 212 @ 5:30-7:30pm
The 1st Annual McNair Scholars Research Symposium will feature thirteen McNair scholars who completed the Summer Research Internship and allow them the opportunity to present their research to the UT community for the first time. For more information, please Fran'Cee Brown-McClure, at francee@mail.utexas.edu or at (512) 471-1205.
October 13
Campus Fusion: Kickoff Rally / Org Fair
Gregory Plaza @ 10am-2pm
www.campusfusion.org
October 13
Campus Fusion: Business Spectrums: Being LGBTQ in the Professional World
GBS 2.124 @ 7:30-9pm
Co-sponsored with the GLBTQ Business Students Association
www.campusfusion.org
October 14
Learning How You Learn: What Works & What Major Is Best for You?
SSB G1.310 @ 4-5:30pm
This workshop will explore the different learning styles and have students identify their styles and demonstrate ways to target the way you learn with their majors.
October 14
Campus Fusion: Town Hall Meeting
MAI 212 @ 7-9:30pm
www.campusfusion.org
October 15
Campus Fusion: Disabling Misconceptions: Ability and Disability
Gregory Plaza @ 10am-2pm
Co-Sponsored with Services for Students with Disabilities
www.campusfusion.org
October 15
Campus Fusion: Love Your Body Day @ TX Union
Santa Rita Room @ 7-9pm
Co-sponsored with the Gender and Sexuality Center
www.campusfusion.org
October 16
Campus Fusion: Hip-Hop and the Spoken Word
Calhoun 100 @ 6:30-9pm
www.campusfusion.org
October 17
Campus Fusion: Culmination Event
Main Mall @ 7-10pm
www.campusfusion.org
October 21
De-stigmatizing Feminism – a Women’s Resource Agency Event
Location and time TBA
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831 or gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
October 22
SSD Disability Awareness Month: Disability Mentoring Day
All Day Event
UT Austin will participate in the 6th annual Disability Mentoring Day. Hosted by The Austin Mayor's Committee for persons with disabilities and The City of Austin, DMD gives students the opportunity to "job shadow" with a career professional and learn what it means to work in that field or occupation. For more information, contact SSD staff member, Deb McCarthy at 471-6259 or dmccarthy@mail.utexas.edu.
October 22
LCAE/MIC: Academic Self-Esteem: It's Never Too Late to Pick Up the Pieces
MIC (SSB 1.104) @ 4-5pm
October 23
SSD Disability Awareness Month Book Event
The “Diving Bell and the Butterfly” Book Discussion
SSB 4.212 @ 12:00-1:00 PM
Books are available on a first-come, first serve basis. For more info, please contact Deborah McCarthy at dmccarthy@mail.utexas.edu.
October 23
Wiki What? Looking Up Sources Quickly & From Home
PCL 1.339 @ 5-6pm
This workshop will teach students how to utilize the UT Library online resources and to search for credible references and Internet sites so that they can cite relevant and proper academic sources for their papers.
October 23
National Young Women’s Day of Action (Keynote by Courtney Martin)
Location and time TBA
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831 or gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
October 28
LCAE: ACE Grad Prep Workshop: Tips for Taking the GRE
Glen Maloney Room (SSB G1.310) @ 5-6:30pm
Presented by University of Texas Learning Center
September
September 2: UT HOPE 1st general meeting, 5-6pm - SSB G1.104
(weekly meeting until Dec 3)
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
September 2 & 16: SVB Info Session 5-6pm - SSB Glen Maloney Room
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
September 4: Gender and Sexuality Center Advisory and Working Group Meeting
SSB G1.104, 4-6 p.m.
Contact GSC for more information
512-232-1831 or gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
September 5: Queer Students Alliance Welcome Carnival, co-sponsored by Gender and Sexuality Center
Location and time TBA
Contact GSC for more information
512-232-1831 or gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
September 6: H20, Longhorn Outreach, TX First, UT Shares Service Projects
(weekly Saturday projects until Dec 6)
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
September 6: H20, Longhorn Outreach, TX First, UT Shares Service Projects
(weekly Saturday projects until Dec 6)
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
September 8: Project 2009 1st general meeting, 5-6pm: Glen Maloney Room
(weekly meeting until Dec 1st)
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
September 8: Project 2009 1st general meeting, 5-6pm: Glen Maloney Room
(weekly meeting until Dec 1st)
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
September 8-9: Integrated Health: Connecting Body and Mind – 15th Robert Lee Sutherland Seminar
Hyatt Regency Austin, all day
Contact Hogg Foundation for more information
512-471-5041 or merrell.foote@austin.utexas.edu
September 8-9: Integrated Health: Connecting Body and Mind – 15th Robert Lee Sutherland Seminar
Hyatt Regency Austin, all day
Contact Hogg Foundation for more information
512-471-5041 or merrell.foote@austin.utexas.edu
September 9: Service Organization Fair, Time & Location TBA
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
September 9: Living with Pride Series: “Creating a Queer Life at UT”
Location and time TBA
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831 or gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
September 9: Service Organization Fair, Time & Location TBA
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
September 10: Fall Volunteer Fair 10am-3pm, Speedway Mall
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
September 16: Longhorn Outreach 1st general meeting, 5:30-6:30pm – SSB G1.104
(weekly meeting until Nov 25)
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
September 17: Gender and Sexuality Center Open House
SSB G1.400H, time TBA
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831 or gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
September 18: Youth & Education 1st general meeting, 6-7 – SSB G1.104
(weekly meeting until Dec 4)
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
September 23: UT Plays 1st general meeting, 5-6pm – SSB 4.212
(weekly meeting until Nov 25)
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
August
August 24-25: VSLC Student Leadership Retreat
Contact the VSLC at (512) 471-6161 for more information.
August 28: Student Volunteer Board 1st general meeting 5-6pm
SSB Glen Maloney (weekly meeting until Nov 26)
Running of the Horns 1st Planning Committee Meeting 7:30-9pm
SSB 4.212 (weekly meeting until Nov 26)
Summer 2008
June
June 1: University Outreach Center “Party in the Park”
Patterson Park, 2-5 p.m.
Contact UOC-Austin for more information
512-232-4600
June 9: A Call for Social Justice
Main 212, 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Contact UT-Austin Principalship Program for more information
aodoherty@mail.utexas.edu
June 9: University Outreach Center “Jumpstart” program begins
Various locations
Contact UOC-Austin for more information
512-232-4600
June 25: University Outreach Center “Pizza with the Professor”
Terrazas Branch Library, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Contact UOC-Austin for more information
512-232-4600
July
July 8-9: University Outreach Center “Academic Challenge”
Various locations on campus
Contact UOC-Austin for more information
512-232-4600
July 16-17: University Outreach Center “Longhorn Round-up”
Various locations on campus
Contact UOC-Austin for more information
512-232-4600
July 23: Pflugerville ISD Diversity Conference co-sponsored by Diversity Education Institute
Hendrickson High School, 9-5 p.m.
Contact Aurora Chang-Ross for more information
changross@mail.utexas.edu
Spring 2008
May
May 2: Gender and Sexuality Center Movie Night – “Watermelon Woman”
SSB G1.400H, 7 p.m.
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
May 3: Black Student Leadership Institute – Afrikan American Affairs Agency
Student Services Building, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Contact Multicultural Information Center for more information
512-232-2958
May 4: Celebration of Excellence Graduation Reception
Texas Union Santa Rita Suite, 2-4 p.m.
RSVP by April 21 to http://www.utexas.edu/diversity/ddce/lcae/forms/celebrationExcellence.php
Contact Longhorn Center for Academic Excellence at 512-471-1205
May 5: “How to Write a Grant Proposal,” workshop #3 of Civic Engagement Series
Texas Union Sinclair Suite (3.128), 2-3:30 p.m.
Contact Ruth Ortiz for more information
512-475-6064 or truth@austin.utexas.edu
May 6: Leadership Symposium hosted by Hispanic Faculty Staff Association
Texas Union, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Contact Hispanic Faculty and Staff Association for more information
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/hfsa/events/symposium.html
May 9: Gender and Sexuality Center Movie Night – “Todo Sobre Mi Madre”
SSB G1.400H, 7 p.m.
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
May 12: Pride and Equity Faculty and Staff Association End-of-Year Social
Student Services Building, Glenn Maloney Room, 12-1 p.m.
Contact Pride and Equity Faculty and Staff Association for more information
http://uts.cc.utexas.edu/~pefsa/
May 13: Hispanic Faculty and Staff Association Meeting – Cinco de Mayo & Officer Elections
Main 212, 12-1 p.m.
RSVP to Hispanic Faculty and Staff Association
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/hfsa/
May 14: Bringing All of Yourself to College - A Discussion on Transgender Identities
Student Services Building 3.406, 1-2 p.m.
Contact Shane Whalley at the Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1873, swhalley@mail.utexas.edu
May 15: Lavender Graduation, co-sponsored by Gender and Sexuality Center
Art Auditorium (1.102), 4 p.m.
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
May 15: Black Graduation
Burdine Auditorium, 7 p.m.
Contact Multicultural Information Center for more information
512-232-2958
May 20: Black Faculty and Staff Association Meeting and Elections
Main 212, 12-1 p.m.
RSVP to Black Faculty and Staff Association
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/bfsa/
April
April 5: Diversifying the Sciences Social Forum
Etter-Harbin Alumni Center
Contact College of Natural Sciences for more information
512-232-2874
http://cns.utexas.edu/current_students/programs/mai/index.asp
Date TBA: Latina Monologues by Kappa Delta Chi, co-sponsored by Gender and Sexuality Center
Details TBA
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Date TBA: Week of Women by Orange Jackets, co-sponsored by Gender and Sexuality Center
Details TBA
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
Apri 1: Black Faculty and Staff Association Meeting/Brown Bag
Main 212, 12-1 p.m.
RSVP to Black Faculty and Staff Association
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/bfsa/
April 3: Diversity Educator Series – “Intersection of Religion and Sexuality: Managing Challenging Discussions about Multiple Identities” with Ixchel Rosal and Shane Whalley
Texas Union Governor’s Room, 3-5 p.m.
Registration required
Contact Aurora Chang-Ross for more information, changross@mail.utexas.edu
April 4: Gender and Sexuality Center Movie Night – “Quincenera”
SSB G1.400H, 7 p.m.
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
April 8: Hispanic Faculty and Staff Association Meeting – Abuelitos/Grandparents
Main 212, 12-1 p.m.
RSVP to Hispanic Faculty and Staff Association
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/hfsa/
April 11: Gender and Sexuality Center Movie Night – “Bent”
SSB G1.400H, 7 p.m.
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
April 14: Pride and Equity Faculty and Staff Association Book Club
Location and time TBA
Contact Pride and Equity Faculty and Staff Association for more information
http://uts.cc.utexas.edu/~pefsa/
April 14-18: Asian American Heritage Week – Asian/Desi/Pacific Islander American Collective
Various events throughout the week
Contact Multicultural Information Center for more information
512-232-2958
April 15: Black Faculty and Staff Association Professional Development – Relax, Relate and Release
Main 212, 12-1 p.m.
RSVP to Black Faculty and Staff Association
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/bfsa/
April 16: Asian American Excellence Awards – Asian/Desi/Pacific Islander American Collective
and time TBA
Contact Multicultural Information Center for more information
512-232-2958
April 17: Asian/Asian American Faculty and Staff Association Monthly Meeting
Main 210, 12-1 p.m
Contact Asian/Asian American Faculty and Staff Association for more information
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/aaafsa/
April 19: Gateway Reception: Celebrating Our First-Year Students
By invitation only, 1-3 p.m.
Contact Gateway Scholars for more information
512-232-2923, galan@mail.utexas.edu
April 21-25: LGBTQ Awareness Week, co-sponsored by Gender and Sexuality Center
Various events throughout the week
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
April 22: “Civic Engagement: What it is, Why it Matters, and How to Get Involved,” workshop #2 of Civic Engagement Series
Texas Union Chicano Culture Room (4.206), 3-5 p.m.
Contact Ruth Ortiz for more information
512-475-6064 or truth@austin.utexas.edu
April 22: Good Life, Part II
UTC 2.102A, 6-7:30 p.m.
Keynote speaker: Dr. Leonard Moore
Contact Longhorn Center for Academic Excellence at 512-471-1205
April 29: Community Dialogue hosted by the DDCE to address safety concerns raised by the recent string of armed robberies that have occurred on campus; representatives from the UT Police Department will be in attendance to answer questions and to suggest ways to help ensure a safe and inclusive campus environment.
Texas Union, Sinclair suite (3.128).
Open to the UT community, 5:15 – 6:30 pm
Contact Ryan Miller for more information
512-232-4854, rmiller@mail.utexas.edu
April 24: Queer Stories - Intersections of Culture and Sexuality
7-8:30 p.m., Texas Union Asian Culture Room
Contact Queer People of Color for more information
kellemartin@yahoo.com
April 24: Navigating UT with a Disability: A Student’s Perspective
Student Services Building Glenn Maloney Room, 12-1 p.m.
Pizza and drinks provided
changross@mail.utexas.edu
April 26: Queer Texas Conference, co-sponsored by Gender and Sexuality Center
Student Services Building, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Contact Queer Students Alliance for more information
http://www.queertx.org/qtc/
April 26: For Us, From Us (FUFU) Scholarship Barbeque
East Mall, 11 a.m.
Contact Multicultural Information Center for more information
512-232-2958
April 28: Cynosure women’s newsletter published by Gender and Sexuality Center
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
April 28: "Oral History, Identity and Diversity" Performance
Carothers 007 (Joynes Room), 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Discussion follows and refreshments served
Contact Project in Interpreting the Texas Past, m.norkunas@mail.utexas.edu
April 29: Health Disparities in East Austin: A Community Dialogue – “Public Forum on Health Disparitie”
Friends Meeting of Austin (formerly St. James Episcopal Church), 3701 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., time TBA
Co-sponsored by Community Engagement Incubator
Contact Laura Lein for more information, 512-471-9248 or lein@mail.utexas.edu
March
March 1: Explore UT – Multicultural Leadership Institute workshops
Student Services Building, various rooms, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Contact Multicultural Information Center for more information
512-232-2958
March 3: Pride and Equity Faculty and Staff Association Domestic Partner Benefits Presentation
Location and time TBA
Contact Pride and Equity Faculty and Staff Association for more information
http://uts.cc.utexas.edu/~pefsa/
March 4: Black Faculty and Staff Association Meeting – Conversation with Dr. Gregory Vincent
Main 212, 12-1 p.m.
RSVP to Black Faculty and Staff Association
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/bfsa/
March 5: Hispanic Faculty and Staff Association Meeting – Nuestras Juventud/Our Youth
Main 212, 12-1 p.m.
RSVP to Hispanic Faculty and Staff Association
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/hfsa/
March 5: Diversity Educator Series – “Ableism: Intergrating Issues of Disability in Diversity Education” with Deborah McCarthy and Tina Gilbert
Texas Union Sinclair Suite, 3-5 p.m.
Registration required
Contact Aurora Chang-Ross for more information, changross@mail.utexas.edu
March 8: Open House for Summer Institute for the Gifted
Location, times TBA
Contact Quintin Robinson for more information, qlrobinson@austin.utexas.edu
http://www.giftedstudy.com
March 14-16: Heart of Texas Tennis Tournament, co-sponsored by Gender and Sexuality Center
Location, times TBA
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
March 18: Black Faculty and Staff Association Professional Development – Work, Life and Balance
Main 212, 12-1 p.m.
RSVP to Black Faculty and Staff Association
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/bfsa/
March 19: “Nuanced Listening,” workshop #1 of Civic Engagement Series
Texas Union Chicano Culture Room, 12-1 p.m.
Contact Ruth Ortiz for more information
512-475-6064 or truth@austin.utexas.edu
March 20: Asian/Asian American Faculty and Staff Association Monthly Meeting
Main 210, 12-1 p.m
Contact Asian/Asian American Faculty and Staff Association for more information
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/aaafsa/
March 21-22: Vagina Monologues, co-sponsored by Gender and Sexuality Center
Burdine Auditorium 7 p.m.
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
March 21: Collaborative event with Gender and Sexuality Center, Multicultural Information Center and Services for Students with Disabilities staff
By invitation only
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
March 25: Diversity Education Institute – Spring Roundtable & “Daddy and Papa” Screening
Location TBA, 3-5 p.m.
Contact Aurora Chang-Ross for more information, changross@mail.utexas.edu
March 25-28: Heman Sweatt Symposium on Civil Rights
Various locations and times listed on Web site
Contact Thematic Initiatives and Community Engagement for more information
http://www.utexas.edu/diversity/events/hemansweatt
March 28: Gender and Sexuality Center Movie Night – “Brokeback Mountain”
SSB G1.400H, 7 p.m.
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
March 31: Black Faculty and Staff Association Special Meeting with Athletics
Bellmont Hall 9th floor, 12-1 p.m.
RSVP to Black Faculty and Staff Association
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/bfsa/
March 31: Cesar Chavez Celebration – Latino Leadership Council
Location and time TBA
Contact Multicultural Information Center for more information
512-232-2958
February
February 5: Black Faculty and Staff Association Meeting – Neighborhood Longhorns Program
Main 212, 12-1 p.m.
RSVP to Black Faculty and Staff Association
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/bfsa/
February 5: Health Disparities in East Austin: A Community Dialogue – “Health Disparities Research and Mapping in East Austin”
Friends Meeting of Austin (formerly St. James Episcopal Church), 3701 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 2:30-4 p.m.
Co-sponsored by Community Engagement Incubator
Contact Laura Lein for more information, 512-471-9248 or lein@mail.utexas.edu
February 5: Black History Month Concert
Bates Hall, 8 p.m. – doors open at 7 p.m.
Collaborative Black Composers Concert with UT-Austin and Huston-Tillotson University students
Contact UT School of Music, 512-471-5401
February 6: Black History Month Worship Service
Art Building Auditorium, 7 p.m.
Contact Multicultural Information Center for more information
512-232-2958
February 6: Safe Space Ally Development Training
San Jacinto Residence Hall Classroom 208, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Contact Safe Space for more information
utsafespace@yahoo.com
February 7: Emma Chirix talk – “Nqajaq qa wech, nqajaq qa k’u’x: Descolonizando la sexualidad maya como manera”
Hackett Room – Sid Richardson Hall (Long Institute for Latin American Studies), 12-2 p.m.
Talk will be in Spanish
Contact Shannon Speed for more information, sspeed@mail.utexas.edu
February 8: Conversaciones on Marginalized Feminisms en la Américas
Chicano Culture Room – Texas Union, 12-2:30 p.m.
Bilingual conversation with Emma Chirix, Jaffari Allen, Sharmila Rudrappa, Shannon Speed
Contact Shannon Speed for more information, sspeed@mail.utexas.edu
February 8: Gender and Sexuality Center Movie Night – “Game Night”
SSB G1.400H, 7 p.m.
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
February 8: Indigenous Studies Speaker Series presents Emma Chirix
Location and time TBA
Contact Thematic Initiatives and Community Engagement for more information
truth@mail.utexas.edu
February 9: Building a Better FoundAsian Conference – Asian/Desi/Pacific Islander American Collective
Location and time TBA
Contact Multicultural Information Center for more information
512-232-2958
February 11: “I Heart PEFSA” Membership Drive and Officer Candidate Recruitment
Student Services Building, Glenn Maloney Room, 12-1 p.m.
Contact Pride and Equity Faculty and Staff Association for more information
http://uts.cc.utexas.edu/~pefsa/
February 11: Diversity Educator Series – “White Privilege: Managing Feelings of Guilt and Effectively Communicating the Concept” with Dr. Bob Jensen
Texas Union Sinclair Suite, 3-5 p.m.
Registration required
Contact Aurora Chang-Ross for more information, changross@mail.utexas.edu
February 12: Health Disparities in East Austin: A Community Dialogue – “Obesity and Its Complications”
Friends Meeting of Austin (formerly St. James Episcopal Church), 3701 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 3:30-5 p.m.
Co-sponsored by Community Engagement Incubator
Contact Laura Lein for more information, 512-471-9248 or lein@mail.utexas.edu
February 12: “Wong Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”: Performance and Panel Discussion
ACES 2.302 (Avaya Auditorium), 6:30-8 p.m.
Includes performance by Kristina Wong and panel regarding Asian American mental health
http://www.utexas.edu/cola/centers/aas/
February 13: Hispanic Faculty and Staff Association Meeting – Compadres Unidos/United in Friendship
Main 212, 12-1 p.m.
RSVP to Hispanic Faculty and Staff Association
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/hfsa/
February 14: Indigenous Studies Speaker Series presents Luis Carcamo-Huechante (Mapuche) – “The Frequency of Differences: Radio and Indigenous Cultures in the Americas”
EPS 1.128, 12-1:30 p.m
Contact Shannon Speed for more information, sspeed@mail.utexas.edu
February 15: Gender and Sexuality Center Movie Night – “Incredibly True Adventures of Two Girls in Love”
SSB G1.400H, 7 p.m.
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
February 20: Domestic Violence in the Deaf Community Panel
UTC 4.132, 7-10 p.m.
Contact Students Advocating Deaf Awareness
for more information
http://utsada.wordpress.com
February 20: Black Faculty and Staff Association Black History Program
Main 212, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
RSVP to Black Faculty and Staff Association
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/bfsa/
February 21: Asian/Asian American Faculty and Staff Association Monthly Meeting
Main 210, 12-1 p.m
Contact Asian/Asian American Faculty and Staff Association for more information
http://www.utexas.edu/staff/aaafsa/
February 21: Pride and Equity Faculty and Staff Association Movie Night
Location TBA, 4-6:30 p.m.
Contact Pride and Equity Faculty and Staff Association for more information
http://uts.cc.utexas.edu/~pefsa/
February 21-23: Abriendo Brecha Activist Scholarship conference
For more information, please visit www.utexas.edu/diversity/abriendobrecha
February 22: Indigenous Studies Speaker Series presents Craig Womack (Cherokee-Creek) – “Take Me Back to Turkey, Texas, I’m Too Young to Bury: The Riot Explained”
San Jacinto Conference Center, 4:15-5:30 p.m.
Keynote lecture of Abriendo Brecha Activist Scholarship conference
Contact Shannon Speed for more information, sspeed@mail.utexas.edu
February 22: Gender and Sexuality Center Movie Night – “The Color Purple”
SSB G1.400H, 7 p.m.
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
February 23: Safe Space Facilitator Training
Kinsolving Dormitory Conference Room (2nd floor), 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Contact Safe Space for more information
utsafespace@yahoo.com
February 27: Creating Change In-Service for Gender and Sexuality Center staff
By invitation only
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
February 29: Gender and Sexuality Center Movie Night – “Fried Green Tomatoes”
SSB G1.400H, 7 p.m.
Contact Gender and Sexuality Center for more information
512-232-1831, gsc@uts.cc.utexas.edu
