News Release
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November 8, 2005
This Week at Boise State
Issue date: Nov. 8, 2005
The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of
Nov. 13-19. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated
information on all events, go to
http://events.boisestate.edu.
EVENT OF SPECIAL NOTE: REACH Health Fair and Japan Night. See Nov.
16.
EXHIBITIONS
Through Dec. 3: “Crazy Eight: BFA Thesis Exhibition.”
Liberal Arts Building Gallery 1 and Hemingway Center Gallery 2. 10 a.m.-6
p.m. Monday-Friday, Noon-5 p.m. Saturday. Free. Call 426-3994.
SUNDAY, NOV. 13
Symphonic Winds Concert. Morrison Center Main Hall. 4 p.m. Enjoy the
music of the Boise State Symphonic Winds under the direction of music
professor Marcellus Brown. $5; free to Boise State faculty, staff and
students. Call 426-3980 for more information.
MONDAY, NOV. 14
Health Care Without Harm Workshop. Student Union Building. 8 a.m.-4
p.m. This workshop is intended to educate health care professionals on
environmental exposures and safe use of hazardous materials in the community
and workplace. Presented by the Department of Nursing. Free; register at
http://nursing.boisestate.edu.
Call 426-4143 for more information.
“Monster Garage” Premier. Student Union Building. 7 p.m. Boise State
alum Tammi Milford will be featured on the television show “Monster Garage.”
Tune in to see if her all-female team will complete their build by the
deadline. Register your prediction for a chance to win an official “Monster
Garage” T-shirt. Refreshments will be provided. Co-sponsored by the College
of Applied Technology, the Cultural Center and the Women’s Center. Call
426-5950.
Monday Night Laughs. Student Union Hatch Ballroom. 7 p.m. Comedy
Central regular Gary Owen will give a stand-up performance. $5; free to
Boise State students with ID. Sponsored by Student Programs Board. Call
426-1223 for more information.
Senior Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Boise State
student tenor Luke McKeeth will give a performance. Free. Call 426-3980.
Angel Tree Drive. Donate gifts to needy kids in support of the
Salvation Army Angel Tree Drive. Presents may be left at designated points
across campus for collection by Volunteer Services Board. Gifts collected
through Dec. 15. Contact Kristin Ziemer at 426-4240, or go online at
http://youthed@boisestate.edu.
TUESDAY, NOV. 15
“The Two Faces of Democracy.” The Flicks, 646 Fulton. 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Third installment of a four-part lecture series, also on Nov. 29. In this
workshop, participants will analyze and compare the world’s first modern
democracy, the United States, with the world’s largest democratic nation,
India. Discussion will be led by Mohan Limaye, a Fulbright scholar and
emeritus Professor in the College of Business at Boise State, and Ross
Burkhart, chair of the Department of Political Science at Boise State. $40
plus Renaissance Institute membership. For more information, call Extended
Studies at 426-1709.
Fulbright Information Session. Student Union Brink Room. 12:15-1:15
p.m. As part of International Education Week, a panel of faculty will
present their experiences with the Fulbright Scholar program. Free. Call
426-3652 for more information.
“Exploring Knee Mechanics with Modeling and Simulation.” Micron
Engineering Center Room 106. 12:40-1:30 p.m. Kevin Shelburne of the
Steadman-Hawkins Research Foundation will deliver a lecture. Free. Presented
by the College of Engineering. Call 426-5653.
Diverse Perspectives Film Series. Student Union Bishop Barnwell Room.
5:30-7 p.m. This series, offered on the third Tuesday of each month, studies
diversity through a range of films. This month’s film, “Seoul Train,”
examines the complex geopolitics entangling the lives of thousands of North
Korean refugees and the activists dedicated to their cause. Discussion and
refreshments will follow the film. Co-sponsored by the Women’s Center, the
Cultural Center, Student Activities and the Independent Television Service.
Free. Call 426-1223.
“Dora’s Pirate Adventure.” Morrison Center. 7 p.m. Nov. 15-16; 10:30
a.m. and 7 p.m. Nov. 17. “Dora’s Pirate Adventure” is a live touring show
based on Nickelodeon’s popular program for preschoolers. $18-$38. Call
426-1766 for ticket information.
Early Music Ensemble. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. $5;
free to Boise State faculty, staff and students. Call 426-3980.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 16
International Awareness Fair. Student Union Hatch Ballroom. 10 a.m.-2
p.m. Join the Boise State International Programs Office in celebrating
International Education Week, Nov. 14-18. The aim of this event is to
increase international and intercultural awareness in the Boise State
community. Free. Call 426-3652, or go online at
internationalinfo@boisestate.edu.
REACH Health Fair. Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Guest vendors will address a variety of health topics during the ninth
annual REACH fair. Free and low-cost health screenings will be offered. Free
parking will be available behind the Women’s Center. Free. Call 426-3656 for
more information.
Native Heritage Month: Round Table Diversity Discussion. Boise State
Cultural Center. 1 p.m. Nancy Eagen of the Women of Color Alliance will
facilitate discussion of the “S” word and its removal from Idaho landmarks.
Free. Call 426-4317 for details.
BSU West Diverse Perspectives Film Series. Boise State West Campus.
5:30-7 p.m. This series, offered on the third Tuesday of each month, studies
diversity through a range of films. This month’s film, “Seoul Train,”
examines the complex geopolitics entangling the lives of thousands of North
Korean refugees and the activists dedicated to their cause. Discussion and
refreshments follow the film. Co-sponsored by the Women’s Center, the
Cultural Center, Student Activities and the Independent Television Service.
Free. Call 426-1223.
(Photo Opportunity) Japan Night. Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 6-9
p.m. As part of International Education Week, the Boise State Japan Club
will host an evening of food, fun and cultural awareness. Sponsored by the
Boise State International Programs Office. Call 426-3652.
“Translations.” Special Events Center. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 16-19; 2 p.m.
Nov. 20. Set in 19th century Ireland, “Translations” is the story of a young
British officer charged with anglicizing the Gaelic names of Irish places
and landmarks. The performance will be directed by Boise State Theatre
Department chair Richard Klautsch, and English professor Helen Lojek will
serve as literary adviser. Among cast members will be Boise State Theatre
Arts alum and professional actor Danny Peterson. $12; $10 students. Call
426-3957.
THURSDAY, NOV. 17
“The Great American Smokeout.” Boise State Quad. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Join
Health Wellness and Counseling Services and Central District Health for an
interactive educational presentation about tobacco use and options for
quitting. Call 426-5686 for more information.
Native Heritage Month: “The Life and Times of Leonard Peltier.” Boise
State Cultural Center. 7 p.m. This film profiles American Indian activist
Leonard Peltier’s controversial trial and conviction for the murder of two
FBI agents in a 1975 shootout on the Pine Ridge Reservation. Free. Call
426-4317.
Flute Ensemble. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. $5; free to
Boise State faculty, staff and students. Call 426-3980.
FRIDAY, NOV. 18
Turkey Day Special. Nov. 18-26. Outdoor Program. Outdoor sports
enthusiasts are invited to rent equipment at less than half price for the
duration of this eight-day event. Call 426-1946 for more information.
SATURDAY, NOV. 19
Bronco Bash Tailgate Party. Alumni Center. 11 a.m. Prepare for the
game against the Idaho Vandals with a free tailgate party. Call 426-1698.
Bronco Football. Bronco Stadium. 1:05 p.m. Watch the Broncos battle
it out with Idaho on the “smurf turf.” Call 426-4737 for ticket information,
or go online at
http://broncosports.com/tickets.asp.
Upcoming Events
(Editor’s Note: Boise State will not hold classes Nov. 21-27. Campus offices
will be closed Nov. 24-25.)
SUNDAY, NOV. 20
Student Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 4 p.m. Boise State
student musicians Dan Cross and Jarod Sorum will give a trumpet performance,
accompanied by Rodney Zuroveste on saxophone. Free. Call 426-3980 for
details.
NOV. 20-22
Hymns of Thanksgiving. Morrison Center. 7:45 p.m. Presented by
Celebrations in Music. $1. Call 426-1110, or go online at
http://mc.boisestate.edu.
TUESDAY, NOV. 22
Nutrition and Weight Management Consultation. REC Fitness Testing and
Wellness Room. 4:15-5:15 p.m. This event is an opportunity to address
concerns about nutrition and weight management issues. Free. Call 426-1459
for details.
FRIDAY, NOV. 25
“The Forgotten Carols.” Taco Bell Arena. 7:30 p.m. As one of Utah’s
most beloved musical productions, this show features traditional “forgotten”
carols, as well as new holiday carols. $12-$18. Call 426-1766 for ticket
information.
SATURDAY, NOV. 26
Armchair Football. Student Union Brava! Stage. 4:30 p.m. Watch the
Broncos battle Louisiana Tech. Free. Call 426-4636.
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Media Contacts: Julie Hahn, University Relations, (208) 426-5540
Bill Schnupp, News Services, (208) 426-3275
Online:
http://news.boisestate.edu.
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Last reviewed on Thursday, December 22, 2005