News Release

EVENT NEWS / March 19, 2008

This Week at Boise State

The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of March 23-29. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated information on all events, visit http://www.bsuevents.com. 

EVENTS OF SPECIAL NOTE:
“Cirque Dreams: Jungle Fantasy.” See March 25 for details.

EXHIBITIONS:
Through April 20. “Pocahontas Meets Hello Kitty.” Student Union Gallery. This exhibition is a printmaking portfolio that will be on display during the First Nations Conference on campus. The traveling portfolio uses Pocahontas and Hello Kitty as a ploy to encourage the public to be receptive to a new way of looking at Native American women in history. Free. For more information, call 426-4636.

March 24-30. Spring Break.

Tuesday, March 25-26
“Cirque Dreams: Jungle Fantasy.” Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. In the spirit of successful international touring sensations Cirque Ingenieux and Cirque Dreams comes the latest reinvention of theatrical circus artistry, “Cirque Dreams: Jungle Fantasy,” a colorful dream in an enchanted forest performed on stage and in the air. This is an exhilarating journey the entire family can experience. $29.50-$47 by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, the Morrison Center box office or online at http://www.idahotickets.com. 

Friday, March 28
Men’s Tennis vs. Brown. Appleton Tennis Center. 1:30 p.m. For more information, call 426-5737.

Upcoming Events: March 24- April 17

March 31
Pancake Breakfast. Quad. 7:45-9:45 a.m. Includes real Canadian maple syrup. Free. Part of Canada Week. Contact Ross Burkhart, 426-3280, or Lori Hausegger, 426-5804.

Natalie Debray “Remembering the Mother Land.” Student Union Barnwell Room. 2:30-4 p.m. Debray, from the University of Washington, speaks on the role of the media in maintaining and reproducing Quebec’s French past. Part of Canada Week. Free. For more information, contact Ross Burkhart, 426-32870, or Lori Hausegger, 426-5804.
“Nationalism and the Politics of Quebec.” Student Union Barnwell Room. 6 p.m. Thierry Giasson from Université Laval will address the different narratives of nationalism in Quebec from the 1960s to the separation referendums to the 2007 election. Parking available in the parking structure across from the Student Union. This event will be followed by the film “Maurice ‘The Rocket’ Richard: The Life and Times of the Hockey Legend.” The movie, about the Montreal Canadien ice hockey player, won Best Film-Canadian at the 2007 Vancouver Film Critics Circle Awards. Part of Canada Week. Free. For more information, contact Ross Burkhart, 426-32870, or Lori Hausegger, 426-5804.

Tuesday, April 1
Rock Star 101. Brava Dining Room Stage. 7 p.m. Bellamy Rose combines folk, blues and country to create a unique sound and fun atmosphere. Free. For more information, call 426-3835 or e-mail sbpconcerts@boisestate.edu. 

Canada Week Lectures. Student Union Barnwell Room. “The Northwest Passage: A Historical Fantasy Comes to Life in the 21st Century,” 10:45 a.m.-noon. Presented by Boise State history professor Barton Barbour. “Canada and the United States: Approaches to Global Environmental Policy Making,” 1:45-3 p.m. Presented by Boise State public policy professor Les Alm. Part of Canada Week. Free. For more information, contact Ross Burkhart, 426-32870, or Lori Hausegger, 426-5804.

Alicia Borinsky Lecture. Student Union Hatch C Ballroom. 12:15 p.m. Born in Argentina, Borinsky is the author of “All-Night Movie,” “Mean Woman,” “Dreams of the Abandoned Seducer” and “The Collapsible Couple,” among other literary works. Her presentation will focus on Argentina’s literary tradition in relation to her own creative work, and she will read selections from her 2007 bilingual collection of poetry, “Golpes bajos/Low Blows.” Sponsored by the Associated Students of Boise State University, the Cultural Center, International Programs, the Boise State Spanish Club and the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures. Free. For more information, call 426-3956.

Wednesday, April 2
Latin American Film Fest. Student Union Forum. 5:30 p.m. Films facilitated by Dr. Kane Cautiva. Presented by the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures and the Cultural Center. Free. Call 426-5950 for more information.

“Border Security: The Canadian-U.S. Border, an Integrated Approach.” Student Union Barnwell Room. 2:30-4 p.m. Sgt. Ralph Ehlebracht, a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police integrated border enforcement team and Lt. Sean Brady of the U.S. Coast Guard will talk about border security issues. Parking available in the parking structure across from the Student Union. Part of Canada Week. Free. For more information, contact Ross Burkhart, 426-32870, or Lori Hausegger, 426-5804.

“Foreign Oil: Energy and Environmental Issues and the Alberta Oil Sands.” Student Union Barnwell Room. 7-8:30 p.m. Christopher Holly, Alberta Department of Energy, and Andy Ridge, Alberta Environment, discuss energy and environment issues as they relate to the Alberta Oil Sands. Parking available in the parking structure across from the Student Union. Part of Canada Week. Free. For more information, contact Ross Burkhart, 426-32870, or Lori Hausegger, 426-5804.

Thursday, April 3
Fettuccine Forum. Filmmaker Kathleen Haase. Rose Room. 5:30 p.m.; doors open at 5 p.m. Independent filmmaker Kathleen Haase will speak on “We Ought to be in Pictures: Hollywood in Idaho.” Haase is a film industry specialist for the Idaho Film Office. In that role, she supervises and facilitates media production activity for the state, developing programs to stimulate production and enhance Idaho’s crew base. Free. For more information, call 426-3701.

“The Canadian First Nations.” Interactive Learning Center, Room 118. 10:40 a.m.-noon. Boise State anthropology professor John Ziker opens his class for this lecture/film presentation by CindyKai Anderson. Space for this event is limited. Part of Canada Week. Free. For more information, contact Ross Burkhart, 426-32870, or Lori Hausegger, 426-5804.

“Examining Canadian Domestic and Foreign Politics: Process, Power and Policies.” Multipurpose Classroom Building, Room 108. Presented by Boise State political science professors and Canadian Studies co-directors Ross Burkhart and Lori Hausegger. Part of Canada Week. Free. For more information, contact Ross Burkhart, 426-32870, or Lori Hausegger, 426-5804.

“Shake Hands with the Devil.” The Flicks Theatre, 646 Fulton St. 7 p.m. This free film focuses on former Lieutenant General Roméo Dallaire, who headed the U.N. Peacekeeping efforts in Rwanda in 1994. He is now a Canadian senator. Part of Canada Week. Free. For more information, contact Ross Burkhart, 426-32870, or Lori Hausegger, 426-5804.

Nancy Miller LDSSA Lecture. LDS Institute building, 1929 University Drive. 12:15 p.m. Miller was the former mayor of Eagle, Idaho. Each lecture ranges from 35 to 40 minutes with refreshments served afterward. Free. For more information, contact the LDS Institute of Religion at 344-8549.

“The Great Debaters.” Brava Dining Room Stage. 7 p.m. Inspired by a true story, “The Great Debaters” has an amazing cast of actors, from Denzel Washington to Forest Whitaker. This movie takes place in the 1930s in a college deep in the South, with a debate coach determined to push his students all the way to the top. This professor was often criticized and created constant conflict for his teaching methods and radical political views. Rated PG-13. Free. For more information, call 426-4636.

Tuesday, April 3-4
Gene Harris Jazz Festival student competitions and Jazz Bash. Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Students from across the Northwest will participate in instrumental clinics and jazz band adjudications on campus. Guest artists and highly qualified jazz educators work with the students over two days, helping them learn about the art of jazz improvisation and the skills needed for their instruments. Featured artists include trumpeter Lou Soloff, pianist Andy Nevala, drummer Matt Jorgensen and trumpeter Ryan Nielsen. Tickets $15 general, $5 students through Select-a-Seat. For more information, call 426-3840.

Friday, April 4
“Straight Talk: The Canadian and American Health Care Systems.” Interactive Learning Center, Room 118. 12:30-2 p.m. Presented by Doreen Barrie from the University of Calgary and Sarah Toevs, associate dean of the College of Health Sciences at Boise State. Moderated by Kathy Reavy, Boise State Department of Nursing. Part of Canada Week. Free. For more information, contact Ross Burkhart, 426-32870, or Lori Hausegger, 426-5804.

“Project Canada.” Multipurpose Classroom Building, Room 101. 7 p.m. This film documents the journey of a group of 20-somethings as they drive across Canada for three months in an attempt to figure out what it means to be Canadian. Followed by a question-and-answer session with filmmaker Jonathan McFarlane. Part of Canada Week. Free. For more information, contact Ross Burkhart, 426-32870 or Lori Hausegger, 426-5804.

Women’s Tennis vs. Portland State. Appleton Tennis Center. 9:30 a.m. Boise State Spring Invite. For more information, call 426-5737.

Men’s Tennis vs. Idaho. Appleton Tennis Center. 10:00 a.m. For more information, call 426-5737.

Women’s Tennis vs. Utah. Appleton Tennis Center. 3:30 p.m. Boise State Spring Invite. For more information, call 426-5737.

Men’s Tennis vs. San Diego. Appleton Tennis Center. 5 p.m. For more information, call 426-5737.

Saturday, April 5
Leroy Bell. Morrison Center. 8 p.m. Social hour begins at 7 p.m. The sonic stratification of multiple guitars, strings, percussion and bass provide the lush layers and textures that allow Bell’s earthy, soulful voice to whisper and soar with emotion. $32.50 through Select-a-Seat.

Beat Coach Pete Fun Run/Walk. Student Recreation Center. 9:30 a.m. This is your chance to beat Coach Pete and raise money for student scholarships. Besides putting his skills on the line Coach Pete is giving $5 for every person that beats him in the race. If you don’t run, just come out and enjoy the wonderful spring walk or volunteer your time and help the event. Early registration is $10 for Boise State Students and $20 for other registrants. Race day registration is $15 for students and $30 for other registrants. For more information and to sing up for the event visit http://rec.boisestate.edu/beatpete/ or call 426-1131.

April 5-6
“Critical Issues for Canada.” Interactive Learning Center, Room 202. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. This one-credit workshop will be led by David Christensen, an instructor in Boise State’s Canadian Studies Program. Part of Canada Week. Free. For more information, contact Ross Burkhart, 426-32870, or Lori Hausegger, 426-5804.

Monday, April 7
Hanan Ashrawi lecture. Special Events Center. 7 p.m. Palestinian author and activist Hanan Ashrawi will speak about “Peace: Requirements and Obstacles.” Ashrawi also will speak to a smaller audience during a dinner at 6 p.m. April 6 at the First Presbyterian Church of Boise, 10th and State streets. The event will be hosted by the Kessler-Keener Lectures and will be catered by Mazzah Mediterranean Grill of Boise. Tickets are $40 per person and advance purchase is required. For more information about the dinner or to make reservations, contact Ed Keener at 429-0266 or e-mail edmakeener@cableone.net. To learn more about the event at the Special Events Center, contact Marcy Newman at 585-1615 or mnewman@boisestate.edu or Reem Anani, 890-6795 or reemanani_14@hotmail.com.
 
Wednesday, April 9
Latin American Film Fest. Student Union Forum. 5:30 p.m. Films facilitated by Dr. Wamplur Carandiru. Presented by the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures and the Cultural Center. Free. Call 426-5950 for more information.

Rock Star 101. Brava Dining Room Stage. 7 p.m. Raining Jane, an independent, eclectic rock-folk band based in Los Angeles, is always pushing the envelope. They are all well versed in many instruments and continue to incorporate new sounds. Colin Lake and Wellbottom will be the opening band for Raining Jane. Colin’s unique lap-slide guitar won him the 2007 Telluride Acoustic Blues Competition. Free. For more information, call 426-3835 or e-mail sbpconcerts@boisestate.edu. 

John McCune LDSSA Lecture. LDS Institute building, 1929 University Drive. 12:15 p.m. McCune has an MBA from UCLA and has been in business for 20 years. Each lecture ranges from 35 to 40 minutes with refreshments served afterward. Free. For more information, contact the LDS Institute of Religion at 344-8549.

Thursday, April 10
“Kite Runner.” Special Events Center. 7 p.m. Afghanistan, the Taliban and a child come into the mix of this dramatic film about rescuing a child. Rated PG-13. Free. For more information, call 426-4636.

April 10-12
Annual Rocky Mountain Psychology Association conference. Grove Hotel. Noon-5 p.m. Hosted by the Boise State Department of Psychology. RMPA was founded in 1930 for the purpose of advancing psychology as a science, as a profession and as a means of promoting human welfare in the States of Colorado, Arizona, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. For information and to register for the convention visit http://www.rockymountainpsych.org 

Monday, April 14
Fifth annual Undergraduate Research & Scholarship Conference. Student Union. Free. For more information, call Judy Wauer at 426-4062.

Tuesday, April 15
Boise State Radio Night at Pengilly’s. Pengilly’s Saloon, 513 W. Main St. 5:30-8 p.m. A fun night of music and socializing. Free for members and listeners of Boise State Radio. Visit http://radio.boisestate.edu for more information.

Thursday, April 17
Distinguished Lecture Series, Morrison Center. 7 p.m. Environmental Architect William McDonough. “The Next Industrial Revolution.” William McDonough is an internationally renowned “green” designer and winner of the Presidential Award for Sustainable Development. In addition to receiving the Presidential Award in 1996, the nation’s highest environmental honor, McDonough has earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Award as a member of the EcoWorx™ development team for Shaw Industries. More information on the series is at www.boisestate.edu/distinguishedlectures.  Partially funded by a gift from CTA Architects Engineers.

“Be Kind Rewind.” Jordan A Ballroom. 7 p.m. A man accidentally destroys every tape in his friend’s video store. To satisfy an important customer, who is on the verge of dementia, Jet Black and Mos Def set out to recreate the movies for her. Rated PG-13. Free. For more information, call 426-4636.

Dawn Craner LDSSA Lecture. LDS Institute building, 1929 University Drive. 12:15 p.m. Craner is a retired Boise State Communication professor who earned her M.A. at Purdue. Each lecture ranges from 35 to 40 minutes with refreshments served afterward. Free. For more information, contact the LDS Institute of Religion at 344-8549.


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Last reviewed on Wednesday, March 19, 2008