News Release
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January 17, 2006
This Week at Boise State
The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of
Jan. 22-28. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated
information on all events, go to
http://events.boisestate.edu.
EXHIBITIONS
Through Feb. 10: �kNOw Hate.� This exhibition, presented as part of
this year�s Martin Luther King Jr./Human Rights Celebration, examines
derogatory and exploitive imagery in everyday objects. With items assembled
from local collections and recent purchases, the display examines the
origins of ethnic stereotyping and asks each viewer to evaluate their own
point of view. Student Union Gallery, 7 a.m.-11 p.m. Monday-Friday, noon-5
p.m. Saturday. Free. Call 426-4636.
Through Feb. 12: �The Works: 2005 Juried Student Exhibition.� Student
work in any media will be considered for inclusion in this exhibition.
Liberal Arts Building Gallery 1. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday, noon-5 p.m.
Saturday. Free. Call 426-3994.
MONDAY, JAN. 23
Intramural Sports Registration. The Student Recreation Center.
Through Jan. 30, participants may register for intramural volleyball,
basketball, racquetball and hockey. $5-$25. Call 426-2447.
TUESDAY, JAN. 24
Backcountry Avalanche Safety Registration Deadline. 6-9 p.m. Feb. 3,
in the Student Recreation Center Classroom and 9-5 p.m. Feb. 5 at a
wilderness site. This seminar provides the basic knowledge and judgment
required for remote winter travel, skiing, and snowshoeing. Emphasis will be
on assessing snow pack stability, route selection, group leadership, hazard
assessment, rescue and evacuation procedures. All technical equipment will
be provided by the Outdoor Program. Transportation to be arranged by
participants. $40. Call 426-1946 to register.
Film Night. Special Events Center. 7 p.m. Join the Student Programs
Board for a screening of the college classic �Animal House.� Free. Call
426-4239 for more information.
Adventure Preview Night. The Student Recreation Center Classroom. 7-8
p.m. Join the Outdoor Program for a slide show of upcoming outdoor adventure
trips. Experienced staff expedition leaders will be on hand to answer
questions, and participants will receive a $5 credit on trip registration
fees. Free. Call 426-1946.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 25
International Wildlife Film Festival. The Flicks, 646 Fulton St. 4:30
and 7 p.m. Jan. 25-26. This two-day event, presented by Boise State�s Idaho
Bird Observatory as part of Bald Eagle Day festivities, will benefit
conservation projects at Barber Pool. $8; $6 for students, seniors and
children. Call 426-4354 for more information.
Floating Idaho�s Famous Rivers: An Introduction to the Forest Service
Permitting and Lottery System. Boise State West Campus. 4-5:30 p.m. The
Outdoor Program will present an informational session on planning multi-day
river trips on Idaho�s four permitted rivers. Discussion will focus on the
permit process, lottery applications, required equipment, shuttle services,
river flows and general trip logistics. Free. Call 426-1946.
Climbing Skills Series. The Student Recreation Center Climbing Wall.
6-8 p.m. The Outdoor Program invites climbers who have passed a belay check
to participate in this progressive climbing skills clinic. Skills addressed
will include edging, flagging, lay backs, mantles, matching, smearing,
stemming and more. $10; registration required 24 hours prior to class. Call
426-1946.
THURSDAY, JAN. 26
Nutrition and Weight Management Consultation. The Student Recreation
Center 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, JAN. 27
Introduction to Route Setting Class. The Student Recreation Center
Climbing Wall. 4-7 p.m. Participants are invited to learn the skills
necessary to set quality climbing routes: route design, hold and bolt
selection, optimal placements and rope ascension techniques. Free. Call
426-1946.
Concert: Daphne Loves Derby. The Venue, 521 Broad Street. 7 p.m.
Presented by the Student Programs Board. $5; free for Boise State students
with identification. Call 426-4239 for more information.
SATURDAY, JAN. 28
Bald Eagle Day. Idaho Shakespeare Festival Auditorium, 5657 Warm
Springs Ave. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The public is invited to attend this event to
view birds and other wildlife, enjoy exhibitions by trained eagles and hawks
and experience hands-on raptor displays. Presented by Boise State�s Idaho
Bird Observatory. Free. Call 426-4354.
Faculty Recital Series. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. This
concert will showcase works by Schubert and Debussy, performed by faculty
musicians Laura Rushing-Raynes, soprano, pianist James Cook and oboist
Jeanne Belfy. $5; free for Boise State faculty, staff and students. Call
426-3980.
Upcoming Events
MONDAY, JAN. 30
First Aid/CPR Training. Student Union Alexander Room. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
This class is open to Boise State students, faculty, and staff. $45
students; free to faculty and staff members. Call 426-5686.
Concert: Adam Gates. Student Union Food Court Stage. 5 p.m. Presented
by the Student Programs Board. Free. Call 426-4239.
TUESDAY, JAN. 31
Nutrition and Weight Management Consultation. The Student Recreation
Center 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.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 1
Strength Training 101. The Student Recreation Center Classroom. 6-7
p.m. If you are unfamiliar with the benefits of strength training or need
some pointers for your workout, attend this session and learn some general
training principles. Free. Call 426-1459.
THURSDAY, FEB. 2
Fettuccine Forum. Rose Room, 718 W. Idaho Street. 5:30 p.m. Boise
State sociology professor Leslie Martin will present �Won�t You Be My
Neighbor? How and Why Neighborhoods Work.� Presented by the Idaho Center for
History and Politics. Free. Call 426-3701 for more information.
Backcountry Avalanche Safety Registration Deadline. 6-9 p.m. Feb. 2,
in the Student Recreation Center Classroom and 9-5 p.m. Feb. 4 at a
wilderness site. This seminar provides the basic knowledge and judgment
required for remote winter travel, skiing, and snowshoeing. Emphasis will be
on assessing snow pack stability, route selection, group leadership, hazard
assessment, rescue and evacuation procedures. All technical equipment will
provided by the Outdoor program. Transportation to be arranged by
participants. $40; register by Jan. 31. Call 426-1946.
FRIDAY, FEB. 3
Boise Chamber Music Series. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 8 p.m. As
part of the Boise Chamber Music Series, violinist Carolyn Huebl, cellist
Felix Wang and pianist Amy Dorfman of the Blakemore Trio will join Boise
State violist Linda Kline Lamar for a performance of Brahm�s G minor piano
quartet. $10. Call 426-3980.
SATURDAY, FEB.4
Family Engineering Day. Engineering and Technology Building, on the
corner of Manitou and University. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. This family oriented event
will include fun and exciting engineering activities for all ages. Presented
by the College of Engineering and a variety of government and business
sponsors. Free. Call 426-4432.
�Little Bear & The Enchanted Wood.� Morrison Center. 1 p.m. and 5
p.m. Little Bear is a gentle, curious and inventive children�s character
that has captivated the imagination of children for more than 50 years. This
90-minute, audience interactive musical production will feature Little Bear,
Duck, Owl, Cat and Emily. Presented as part of the Cable One Family Series.
$13 adults, $6 youth, $3 lap seats for children 18 months and younger. Call
426-1110, or go online at
www.idahotickets.com.
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Media Contacts: Julie Hahn, University Relations, (208) 426-5540
Bill Schnupp, News Services, (208) 426-3275
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