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EVENT NEWS RELEASE / March 25, 2009

This Week at Boise State

The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of March 29-April 4. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated information on all events, visit www.bsuevents.com. 

EVENT OF SPECIAL NOTE:
Gene Harris Jazz Festival. See April 1-3 for more details.

EXHIBITIONS:
Through July 23. Artwork by Charles Gill. Special Events Center Lobby. Gill’s artwork will appear courtesy of the Stewart Gallery. For more information about the Fine Arts Program at the SUB, visit http://finearts.boisestate.edu or call 426-5800.

April 1-25. Art Metals Silent Auction. R. Grey Jewelry Gallery. Opening reception is 5-9 p.m. Thursday, April 2. 15 students chose the theme of “Change/Hope” and then worked collaboratively, exchanging pieces every 45 minutes. This process created the “Change/Hope” jewelry for the auction. The donation of artwork for charitable causes is a regular part of an artist’s career and this project is an introduction to this process. All proceeds go to Boise State’s Art Metals program to purchase new tools and to fund visiting artists. For more information or to see images of the objects in the auction, contact Anika Smulovitz at 426-4060.

Through April 26. The Body Paradox. Student Union Gallery. Reception is 4:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, April 24. Free parking for the reception will be available in the Liberal Arts parking lot. This solo exhibition by recent MFA graduate student Angela Katona-Batchelor centers around the tradition of flap anatomy as a vehicle for discussing the relationship between body and soul. The combination of printmaking techniques with sculpture introduces innovative uses of materials and media as well as visually connecting familiar scientific formats to abstract ideas, symbolic associations and historical references. For more information, call 426-5800.

April 1-30. Silent Print Auction. Flying M Coffeehouse, 500 W. Idaho St. The auction features hand-pulled and photographic prints including etching, woodcut, linocut, polyester plate lithography, serigraphy and digital work. Red Circle Press, a student organization, will host the auction. For more information, e-mail Benjamin Love at b.morganlove@gmail.com. 

Monday, March 30
“Chicano!” Student Union Bishop Barnwell Room. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Screening of part one of the film. Part of Cesar Chavez Memorial week. Free. For more information, call 426-5950.

Monday, March 30-Tuesday, April 2
Life of Chavez. Student Union Atrium. Educational display on the life of Chavez. Part of Cesar Chavez Memorial week. Free. For more information, call 426-5950.

Tuesday, March 31
Birthday Cake and a Performance by Danza Azteca Queztacoatl. Quad. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The Danza Azteca Queztacoatl is a 16-member dance troupe wearing traditional and historical regalia. Part of Cesar Chavez Memorial week. Free. For more information, call 426-5950.

Part two of “Chicano!” Student Union Farnsworth Room. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Part of Cesar Chavez Memorial week. Free. For more information, call 426-5950.

Junior Trumpet Recital, Brendan Grzanic. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Free. Call 426-3980.

Wednesday, April 1
The Three Pianists: A Gene Harris Legacy Concert. Stueckle Sky Center RR Ranch Club. 6 p.m. This year’s festival kicks off with a “Town and Gown” fundraising concert celebrating Harris’s musical legacy. Pat Coil, Mark Levine and Chuck Smith will play music inspired by the era of Gene Harris’s performances with “Three Sounds,” Ray Brown’s Trio and the Gene Harris Quartet. The $100 tax-deductible admission to this exclusive event includes beverages and hours d’oeuvres. Proceeds support the festival and jazz scholarships for Boise State students. To purchase tickets, visit http://www.idahotickets.com.

Part three of “Chicano!” Student Union Forum. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Part of Cesar Chavez Memorial week. Free. For more information, call 426-5950.

Thursday, April 2
Headline Concert: The Pat Coil Sextet. Student Union Grand Ballroom. 8 p.m. Born in Jefferson City, Mo., Coil is an extremely accomplished pianist, composer, producer, arranger and programmer, as well as a highly respected studio musician. His talent spans the musical spectrum of pop, jazz, R& B, gospel, country and so much more. To read more and watch videos about Coil visit http://www.geneharris.org/artists/Pat-Coil. $15-$35 at http://www.idahotickets.com or 426-5299.

Bronco Women’s Football Clinic. Caven-Williams Sports Complex. 5-9 p.m. A night filled with interactive drills supervised by the Boise State football coaches, hors d’oeuvres, a no-host bar, questions and answers from coach Peterson, coaching staff and players and a prize raffle. $25 advanced purchase, $30 at the door. A special ticket price of $20 is available to faculty and staff if purchased at the athletic ticket office. Free parking on the east side of the stadium. For more information, contact Vicki Sullivan at 426-2408 or Viliami Tuivai at 426-3940.

“Identity Development of Latin@s” Workshop. Business Building Room B102B. 10:30 a.m. Part of Cesar Chavez Memorial week. Free. For more information, call 426-5950.

Thursday, April 2 Friday, April 3
How to Play Jazz and Improvise with Jamey Aebersold. Student Union Grand Ballroom.11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. For more information, visit http://www.geneharris.org/ 

Campus Jazz Club Crawl: Six Great Artists in Six Fantastic New Venues. 5-7:30 p.m. Three venues will be set up in the Student Union Building as all-age night clubs featuring local bands the Frim Fram Four and the Brianne Bower-Gray Quintet, as well as Portland’s swinging Pete Petersen Porkpie Septet. Music and atmosphere is built around the theme “When Swing Was King.” In addition, two 21-and-over clubs will feature saxophonist Jamey Aebersold with pianist Mark Levine and Boise’s own New Trio. $10 at http://www.idahotickets.com or 426-5299.

Friday, April 3
Headline Concert: Pete Escovedo’s Latin Jazz Orchestra. Student Union Grand Ballroom. 8 p.m. Legendary percussionist Pete Escovedo broke down the barriers between smooth jazz, salsa, Latin jazz and contemporary music. His name has been synonymous with Latin jazz for more than 50 years. To see his many more accomplishments and to watch a video, visit http://www.geneharris.org/artists/Pete-Escovedo. $15-$35 at http://www.idahotickets.com or 426-5299.

Brian Park Lecture. Student Union Farnsworth Room. 7 p.m. Park earned his BFA in metal design from East Carolina University and his MFA in metalsmithing and jewelry from the University of Kansas. Park currently teaches and runs the metalsmithing/jewelry program at Idaho State University. Free. Sponsored by a Boise State University College of Arts and Sciences Mini-Development Grant. For more information, call 426-4060.

Graduate Violin Recital, Savanna Seaman. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Free. For more information, call 426-3980.

Saturday, April 4
Cleft Caves Adventure. Meet at Outdoor Programs Office. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Registration ends March 27. Pre-trip meeting at 7 p.m. April 1. Idaho is filled with underground adventure opportunities. Included in the cleft formation is Smith’s Crack Cave, which is considered a fissure cave and offers a variety of exploration opportunities. This is a great chance to get out your flashlight and explore the caverns of Idaho. $35. Register at Boise State Campus Recreation by calling 426-1946 or visiting http://rec.boisestate.edu/outdoor/adventure/index.cfm.

Sophie Milman/Boise Philharmonic. Morrison Center Main Hall. 8 p.m. Milman, a Russian-born singer, has toured the world, won a Juno, and sold more than 100,000 records—and she’s only 25. $25-$40. Tickets are available by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, the Morrison Center box office or http://www.idahotickets.com. 
 
Saturday, April 4-Sunday, April 5
Snake River Backpacking. Meet at Outdoor Programs Office. Registration ends March 27. Pre-trip meeting at 7 p.m. April 1. The Birds of Prey area is the perfect place for a spring backpacking trip because the area offers warm days, lots of wildlife and a rich interpretive history. The trip will travel along the Snake River and Bonneville flood plain boulders to see remnants of mining homesteads, old placer claims and tall basalt cliffs. $70. Register at Boise State Campus Recreation by calling 426-1946 or visiting http://rec.boisestate.edu/outdoor/adventure/index.cfm.
 
Saturday, April 4-Sunday, April 5
Hands-on Workshop with Brian Park. Boise State University Art Metals Studio, LA 157. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Brian Park earned his BFA in metal design from East Carolina University and his MFA in metalsmithing and jewelry from the University of Kansas. Park currently teaches and runs the metalsmithing/jewelry program at Idaho State University. This workshop is only available to full-time students. Free. Sponsored by a Boise State University College of Arts and Sciences Mini-Development Grant. For more information, questions or to register for the workshop, contact Anika Smulovitz at 426-4060.

Upcoming Events: April 5-May 22

Sunday, April 5
Senior Piano Recital, David Tomasini. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 1:30 p.m. Free. For more information, call 426-3980.

Monday, April 6
Canadian Pancake Breakfast. Quad. 7:45-9:45 a.m. Boise State campus. Enjoy a Canadian pancake breakfast complete with Canadian maple syrup. For more information about Canada Week or Boise State’s Canadian Studies program go to http://polisci.boisestate.edu/Canadian/events.shtml 

Fun Facts about Canada Challenge! Marketing Booth, first floor, Boise State Student Union Building.10 a.m.-2 p.m. Win Canadian prizes from the Consulate and local restaurant gift certificates. For more information about Canada Week or Boise State’s Canadian Studies program go to http://polisci.boisestate.edu/Canadian/events.shtml 

Meeting North America’s Evolving Energy Needs: Integrating Climate and Clean Energy Interests. Student Union Bishop Barnwell Room. 7-8:30 p.m. A panel presentation by Andy Ridge, Alberta Environment; Sandra Locke, Alberta Energy; Travis McLing, Idaho National Laboratory. Canada is a major energy supplier to the United States. This presentation will address some of the clean energy initiatives that are being undertaken to provide for North America’s energy needs. For more information about Canada Week or Boise State’s CanadianStudies program go to http://polisci.boisestate.edu/Canadian/events.shtml 

Tuesday, April 7
O’ Canada: Books By and About Canadians. Albertsons Library. Come and enjoy a display of books and images about Canada. The display will be located on the second floor in the Special Collections display windows. For more information about Canada Week or Boise State’s Canadian Studies program go to http://polisci.boisestate.edu/Canadian/events.shtml
 
An Emerging Portrait: The Role of French Speaking Quebec in the Demographic Transformation of Canada. Bishop Barnwell Room. 3-4:30 p.m. Presentation by Andre Senecal, professor of French and Quebec Studies, University of Vermont. This presentation will center on the changing demographics of Quebec and Canada and the efforts to protect French culture and language. For more information about Canada Week or Boise State’s Canadian Studies program go to http://polisci.boisestate.edu/Canadian/events.shtml 

Ready, Set, Eat Right! Game Plan for Good Nutrition for the Amateur Athlete. Student Union Forum. 12:10 p.m.-12:50 p.m. As an athlete, the nutrition you put in your body has drastic effects and can make or break your fitness goals. Bring your brown bag lunch and instructor Hilary Horton-Brown will address the issue of athletes’ nutrition. Learn how to enhance your diet to best suit your exercise demands and goals. Free. For more information, call 426-1459.

Wednesday, April 8
Examining Canadian Foreign Policy: Canada’s Approach to Iraq, Afghanistan, and the New Obama Administration. Bishop Barnwell Room. 10-11:30 a.m. Presentation by Ross Burkhart, Boise State political science professor. The talk will focus on principles of Canadian foreign policy and how they are applied to Iraq, Afghanistan and Canadian-U.S. relations. For more information about Canada Week or Boise State’s Canadian Studies program go to http://polisci.boisestate.edu/Canadian/events.shtml 

Legislative Power and Responsibilities in the U.S. and Canada: Comparing Possible Actions in a Time of Economic Crisis. Student Union Bishop Barnwell Room. 7-8:30 p.m. Idaho Senator Kate Kelly, Idaho representatives Brent Crane and Max Black and Alberta legislator Alana DeLong. The panel, moderated by BSU Director of Government Relations and former Idaho Speaker of the House Bruce Newcomb, will compare the two systems of state and provincial government and their different powers and responsibilities in this time of economic crisis. For more information about Canada Week or Boise State’s Canadian Studies program go to http://polisci.boisestate.edu/Canadian/events.shtml 

Thursday, April 9
The Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games: Creating Lasting Legacies from Hosting the World. Student Union Bishop Barnwell Room. 2:30-4 p.m. This will feature a presentation by Ray LeBlond, director of Corporate Development and Communications, Tourism B.C. LeBlond will give a comprehensive update on the 2010 Olympics, including the importance of the Games and their lasting impact on Vancouver and the Northwest more generally. For more information about Canada Week or Boise State’s Canadian Studies program go to http://polisci.boisestate.edu/Canadian/events.shtml
 
The Canadian-US Border: Trends in Cross-Border Crime and the Growing Integration of Security. Student Union Bishop Barnwell Room. 7-8:30 p.m. This will feature presentations by members of the Integrated Border Enforcement Team: Royal Canadian Mounted Police Sergeant Ralph Ehlebracht, and Larry Shields of the U.S. Border Patrol. For more information about Canada Week or Boise State’s Canadian Studies program go to http://polisci.boisestate.edu/Canadian/events.shtml 

“The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.” Student Union Grand Ballroom. 7 p.m. Benjamin is cursed to live life backwards; he was born into an aged and old body that slowly transforms into a body resembling a baby. Even though Benjamin ages differently, a romantic connection develops and turns this curious case into a love story. Rated PG-13. Free for students, $1 for non-students. Sponsored by Student Programs Board. For more information, e-mail SPBfilms@boisestate.edu. 

Thursday, April 9-Sunday, April 12
“Full Throttle.” Student Union Special Events Center. 8 p.m. This show features Idaho Dance Theatres latest collaboration with Boise composer David Alan Earnest. An original score performed live on stage by the Verde Percussion Ensemble, accompanied by pianist Del Parkson. Also featuring choreography by IDT alumna Kelli Brown and repertory from artistic director Carl Rowe and IDT alumna Lauren Edson. $28 for general, $20 for seniors and $14 for students Get tickets by visiting http://www.idahotickets.com. 

Friday, April 10
MFA Series: Keston Sutherland. Student Union Bishop Branwell Room. 7:30p.m. The MFA Reading Series brings nationally renowned authors ad poets to the Boise State campus. Free. For more information, contact Jacob Powers at 426-2669 or jacobpowers@boisestate.edu. 

Saturday, April 11-Sunday, April 12
Birds of Prey/Snake River Canoe. Meet at Outdoor Programs Office. Registration ends April 4. Pre-trip meeting at 7 p.m. April 8. Spend one night camping on the river and float from Black Butte to Swan Falls Dam. This stretch is suitable for canoeing and is a great place to check out the natural history and beauty associated with the Snake River. Additionally, the raptors in this area include everything from golden eagles and kestrels to northern harriers. $75. Register at Boise State Campus Recreation by calling (208) 426-1946 or visiting http://rec.boisestate.edu/outdoor/adventure/index.cfm. 

Monday, April 13
Academy of St. Giles, Early Music Ensemble. Morrison Center Main Hall. 7:30 p.m. $5 for general, $3 for student and seniors available by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, the Morrison Center box office or http://www.idahotickets.com. 

Guitar Ensemble. Morrison Center Main Hall. 7:30 p.m. $5 for general, $3 for student and seniors available by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, the Morrison Center box office or http://www.idahotickets.com. 

Thursday, April 16
“Yes Man.” Special Events Center. 7 p.m. “Yes” is the new “No” for Carl Allen, played by Jim Carrey. Carl is a man who always says no to life, but decides to go to a seminar that changes his life forever. Rated PG-13. Free for students, $1 for non-students. Sponsored by Student Programs Board. For more information, e-mail SPBfilms@boisestate.edu. 

Friday, April 17
The Spencers: Theatre of Illusion. Morrison Center Main Hall. 7:30p.m. The Spencers have redefined the art of illusion and are shattering the stereotype of the traditional magician and assistant. They are the only artists in history to be named Performing Arts Entertainers of the Year for a record-breaking six years in a row and have twice been named America’s Best Entertainers. $25 for general, $15 for students available by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, the Morrison Center box office or http://www.idahotickets.com. 

Sunday, April 19
Spring Music Concert, “Songs of Earth.” Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. “Songs of Earth” features the Boise State Meistersingers, University Singers, Chamber Singers and the Vox Angelis Women’s Choir, directed by Dr. Phil Theodorou. Free. For more information, call 426-3980.

Thursday, April 23
“Paul Blart: Mall Cop.” Special Events Center. 7 p.m. Safety never takes a holiday and Paul Blart lives by this motto. Even in the face of extreme danger from vicious bank robbers, Blart protects his mail. Rated PG. Free for students, $1 for non-students. Sponsored by Student Programs Board. For more information, e-mail SPBfilms@boisestate.edu. 

Friday, April 24
MFA Series: Rusty Morrison. Student Union Bishop Barnwell. 7:30p.m. The MFA Reading Series brings nationally renowned authors ad poets to the Boise State campus. Free. For more information, contact Jacob Powers at 426-2669 or jacobpowers@boisestate.edu. 

Thursday, April 30
“Art Insight: Alexis Rockman.” Student Union Grand Ballroom. 6 p.m. Rockman is a contemporary artist know for his paintings depicting the precarious relationship between man and nature; his works examine how our culture perceives and interacts with plants and animals, and the role culture plays in influencing the direction of natural history. Free. Sponsored by the Boise State College of Arts and Sciences, the Department of Art and the Visual Arts Center in partnership with the Boise State Art Museum and the Boise City Department of Arts and history. For more information, contact Kirsten Furlong at 426-3994 or kfurlong@boisestate.edu, or visit http://artdept.boisestate.edu/VAC. 

Monday, May 18-Friday, May 22
Wilderness First Responder Class. Meet at Outdoor Programs Office. Registration continues until 7 p.m. May 1. Take the industry standard for wilderness medical training. The course topics include (but are not limited to): wound management, realigning fractures and dislocations, improvised splinting techniques, allergies, hypo- and hyperthermia, gastrointestinal distress, infections, cardiac and respiratory conditions, patient monitoring and long-term management and care. All attendees must finish an online component prior to the course. Wilderness First Responder costs $495 for members and $515 for non-members. Register at http://rec.boisestate.edu/outdoor/adventure/index.cfm. For more information, call 426-1946.

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Last reviewed on Friday, March 27, 2009