News Release

This Week at Boise State
Issue Date: April 9, 2008

The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of April 13-19. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated information on all events, visit http://www.bsuevents.com. 

EVENTS OF SPECIAL NOTE:
International Connections: “Teaching in Northern Uganda.” See April 16 for more details.

Distinguished Lecture Series, William McDonough. See April 17 for more details.

EXHIBITIONS:
Through April 20. “Pocahontas Meets Hello Kitty.” Student Union Gallery. This exhibition is a traveling printmaking portfolio that uses Pocahontas and Hello Kitty as a way 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.

April 18-May 6. “Punch: BFA Thesis Exhibition.” Visual Arts Center Galleries 1 and 2. Opening reception from 6-8 p.m. April 18. “Punch” features works by senior undergraduate students, representing the culmination of years of study in fine arts. The exhibition includes drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, video, design and illustration. Free. For more information, call 426-3994.

Sunday, April 13-27
“Two Rooms.” 7:30 p.m. April 17-19, 24-26; 2 p.m. April 13, 19-20, 26-27. Morrison Center Stage II. Michel, an American professor, has been taken hostage in Beirut. Back in the States, his wife, Lanie, awaits word of his fate. “Two Rooms” is playwright Lee Blessing’s tale of one man’s captivity and the roller-coaster ride of hope and frustration his wife endures half a world away. $12 general, $10 non-Boise State students, Boise State alumni, military and seniors. Full-time Boise State students, faculty and staff receive one free ticket at the Student Union Info Desk. All other tickets available through Select-a-Seat or at the box office. For more information, call 426-1609.

Monday, April 14
Undergraduate Research Conference. Student Union. 1-4 p.m. This annual conference provides Boise State undergraduate students an opportunity to share their research projects with students, faculty, staff and the public. Approximately 134 projects representing a diverse range of disciplines in the sciences, engineering and the arts will be on display. The presentations will be in several areas throughout the Student Union. Free. Refreshments will be served. Free parking can be arranged by calling 426-4062 or e-mailing judywauer@boisestate.edu. For more information about the conference go to www.boisestate.edu/undergraduateresearch/. 

Boise State University Guitar Ensemble. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. The Boise State University Guitar Ensemble will present music ranging in styles from Paul Hindemith to the Eagles. $5 general, $3 seniors, free to students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. For more information, call 426-3980.

April 14-16
“Annie.” Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. each night. The timeless tale of Little Orphan Annie is back, giving a whole new generation the chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope. $29-$49 by calling 426-1110, all Select-a-Seat outlets, the Morrison Center box office or www.idahotickets.com. 

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 www.radio.boisestate.edu for more information.

April 15-19
“A Dream In Doubt.” Student Union, Lookout Room. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Nampa BSU-West Campus Room 102-E. 10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. A story of immigrant survival, “A Dream In Doubt” focuses on a wave of frightening hate crimes in the aftermath of 9/11. Following the free film, Boise State Associate Professor Said Ahmed-Zaid will speak and lead an audience discussion of hate crimes in the Treasure Valley and effective tools to fight hate crimes. Presented by BSU Cultural Center, Idaho Public Television, and the Independent Television Service. Free. For more information, call 426-4317.

Wednesday, April 16
International Connections: “Teaching in Northern Uganda.” Student Union Lookout Room.12:30-1:10 p.m. Education professor Philip Kelly spent six weeks in Uganda during the summer of 2007, teaching high school physics and chemistry as part of a volunteer program coordinated by Invisible Children, an organization that assists children who were abducted during the civil war in Uganda. Free. For more information, call 426-4636.

Students of Del Parkinson piano recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Free. For more information, call 426-3980.

Thursday, April 17
Distinguished Lecture Series. Morrison Center. 7 p.m. Environmental architect William McDonough speaks on “The Next Industrial Revolution.” 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. For more information, call 426-1609.

“I’m Not There.” Jordan A Ballroom. 7 p.m. This movie highlights the life of Bob Dylan by using six different actors to show different aspects of his life. Rated R. 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. “Every person needs to have a clear purpose in life, and to have that, they need to have a clear sense of deity,” Craner said. She believes that people are put on this earth in order to help others. 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.

Poetry Workshop with Jared Paul. Student Union Hatch D Ballroom. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Come and learn free tips on how to succeed on stage, increase your creative output, and perform/write/speak better poetry. Free. For more information, call 426-4636.

Poetry Slam with Featured Poet Jared Paul. Student Union Hatch Ballroom. 6 p.m. signups, 6:30 p.m. slam. Paul is a social worker, journalist and organizer from Providence, R.I. Known for thoroughly researched work, poignant presentation, and dedication to craft, Jared is widely recognized as one of the top spoken word artists in the country. Free. Free parking available in the Administration parking lot. For more information, call 426-4636.

April 17-20
“Joy Ride.” Special Events Center. 8 p.m. April 17-19. 2 p.m. matinee April 20. Presented by Idaho Dance Theatre. Experience innovative and enthralling excitement as Idaho Dance Theatre continues its 19th season with “Joy Ride.” Featuring new work by Marla Hansen and Yurek Hansen will present his newest work as well. $26 adults, $12 seniors and students. Call 331-9592.

Friday, April 18
Anthony Doerr “Four Seasons in Rome” MFA Reading. Student Union Lookout Room. Doerr is the author of three books. His collection of short stories, “The Shell Collector,” won the Barnes and Noble Discover Prize, two O. Henry Prizes, the Rome Prize and the Ohioana Book Award. It was selected as a New York Times notable book and as an American Library Association book of the year. Doerr lives in Boise with his wife and two sons. He is the current distinguished visiting writer for Boise State’s MFA program and is the writer-in-residence for the state of Idaho until 2010. Free. For more information, contact Jacob Powers at 426-2669 or jacobpowers@boisestate.edu. 

“Suffering and Evil in the Human Experience.” Student Union Hatch Ballroom. 6 p.m. Boise State University professor Scott Yenor will be speak at the Veritas forum. The Veritas Forum is a new lecture series sponsored by Cornerstone Ministry, a student group, in partnership with Veritas National. Veritas is a student group seeking recognition from Boise State. Yenor’s lecture on suffering and evil has been timed to coincide with the anniversaries of the Columbine and Virginia Tech massacres. For more information, call 345-0981.

Upcoming Events: April 20-May 1.

Sunday, April 20
Symphonic Winds Concert. Morrison Center Main Hall. 7:30 p.m. $5 general, $3 seniors, free to students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. For more information, call 426-3980.

Tuesday, April 22
Celtic Woman. Taco Bell Arena. 7:30 p.m. Celtic Woman has been winning over audiences worldwide by putting a Gaelic twist on contemporary music. $32-$57 by calling Select-a-Seat locations or visiting http://www.idahotickets.com. 

Wednesday, April 23
Treasure Valley Concert Band. Centennial High School Auditorium. Free. For more information, call 426-3980.

Thursday, April 24
Judy Garner LDSSA Lecture. LDS Institute building, 1929 University Drive. 12:15 p.m. Garner is secretary to the president of the Boise Idaho Temple. 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.

April 24-27
“Rex Silvernail Sculptural Objects.” Student Union Art Gallery. Reception from 4:30-6:30 p.m. April 24. The mixed media sculpture exhibition created by alumnus artist Rex Silvernail are documentations and exploration of his environment. He focuses on things that may not be normally seen with the eye; as such, interior shapes and textures become important. Silvernail’s intent is to produce works that are themselves manifestations of the world that he observes. Free. Free parking during exhibition available in parking structure #2, corner of University and Lincoln. For more information, call 426-1223.

All Campus Concert Band. Special Events Center. 7:30 p.m. $5 general, $3 seniors, free to students of all ages and to Boise State faculty and staff. For more information, call 426-3980.

Friday, April 25
Percussion Ensemble Concert. Morrison Center B125. 7:30 p.m. Featuring “Mountain Images” by J.B. Smith, a five-movement work that is suggestive of the tableaux and drama one might encounter in a mountain environment. Other pieces include “Overture for Percussion” by John Beak and “Big Country,” an arrangement of a Bela Fleck tune. $5 general, $3 seniors, free to students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. For more information, call 426-3980.

Community Bicycle Congress. Bishop Barnwell Room. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. This year’s Bicycle Congress will emphasize the new Roadways to Bikeways master plan from Ada County Highway District. Free. For more information: www.boisestate.edu/bicyclecongress. 

Saturday, April 26
“Newsboys.” Taco Bell Arena. 6 p.m. Newsboys has five gold albums and has sold more than 6 million albums. Known for amazing live performances and groundbreaking tours, the band sells out festivals and concerts worldwide. Tickets $17-$37 by calling 426-1766, Select-a-Seat locations or online at http://www.idahotickets.com. 

“Balanchine Celebration: Classic Images of Dance.” Morrison Center. 8 p.m. Presented by Ballet Idaho. “Who Cares?” is a piece by ballet legend George Balanchine and set to the music of George Gershwin. Also featuring “May Dances” and “Slick and Steel” by Ballet Idaho artistic director Toni Pimble. $19-$45 by calling 426-1110, all Select-a-Seat outlets, the Morrison Center box office or http://www.idahotickets.com.

Choral Concert. University Christian Church. 7:30 p.m. This concert will showcase many of the Music Department’s choral groups, including the Meistersingers, University Singers and Vox Angelis. The concert’s featured piece will be “Gloria” by John Rutter. The choral groups also will perform Carl Sandburg poetry set to the music of Miklos Kocsar, as well as Federico Garcia Lorca’s poetry set to the music of the Finnish composer Rautavaara. Vox Angelis will sing “This Little Light of Mine,” arranged by Ysaye Barnwell of Sweet Honey in the Rock. The program will be directed by professor Bruce Browne. The Meistersingers are under the direction of professor Christopher Raynes. For more information, call Browne at 887-7684.

Sunday, April 27
Boise Jazz Society featuring the Theo Saunders Quartet. Community Jazz Symposium. 4 p.m. Free, 7:30 p.m. $35. Simplot Performing Arts Academy. Theo Saunders is among the elite pianists in the jazz genre. He will be joined by Benn Clatworthy and Chris Colangelo. To purchase tickets call Mike Samball at 426-3498 or e-mail msamball@boisestate.edu.

Monday, April 28
Treasure Valley Concert Band Music Week Showcase Concert. Timberline High School Auditorium. 7:30 p.m. Free. For more information, call 426-3980.

Tuesday, April 29
Vocal Jazz Solo Night. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. $5 general, $3 seniors, free to students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. For more information, call 426-3980.

“Singin’ in the Rain.” Morrison Center. Part of Boise Music Week. 7:30 p.m. To acquire tickets, clip the coupon out of the Idaho Statesman on April 9 and mail it with a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the address on the coupon. For additional information go to: www.boisemusicweek.org. 

Thursday, May 1
Barbara Perry Bauer, Fettuccine Forum. Rose Room. 5:30 p.m.; doors open at 5 p.m. Bauer speaks on “Once Upon the Trolly: Boise’s Electric Road.” Free. For more information, call 426-3701.

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Media Contacts: Julie Hahn, University Communications,
juliehahn@boisestate.edu. (208) 426-5540;
John Lewis, University Communications, nsintern@boisestate.edu (208) 426-3196.

Boise State University’s new Finish in Four program guarantees that eligible students who follow a planned course of study can complete their degree in four years. If not, Boise State will pay for the additional required courses. More information about Boise State’s graduation guarantee can be found at www.boisestate.edu/finish4.
 

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Last reviewed on Thursday, April 10, 2008