News Release
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This Week at Boise State
Issue date: April 11, 2006
The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of
April 16-22. 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: Asian/Pacific Islander Awareness Month.
EXHIBITIONS
Through April: “O Canada: An Exhibit of Canadian Books.” Books by
Canadian authors and on Canadian topics will be on display in the windows
outside of Special Collections on the second floor of the Albertsons
Library. Books highlighting the carvings, prints and sculptures of Haida
artist Robert Davidson will be featured. 8 a.m.-5 p.m, daily. Free. Call
426-1816.
Through April: “Peephole: Bachelor of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition.”
Liberal Arts Building Gallery I and Hemingway Center Gallery II. 10 a.m.- 6
p.m. daily. Free. Call 426-3994.
Through May 10: “Contribution: Essence of Life.” Student Union Art
Gallery, 7 a.m.-11 p.m. daily. This juried exhibition, presented in
partnership with Boise State and the Suicide Prevention Action Network of
Idaho (SPAN), features works in all media, including music, theater,
literature, painting, illustration, sculpture and photography. Free. Call
426-4636.
MONDAY, APRIL 17
Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Conference. Student Union
Building. 1 p.m. All Boise State undergraduate students are invited to take
part in the third annual Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Conference.
Free. Call 426-4636 for more information.
Asian/Pacific Islander Awareness Month: “Mahabharata.” Student Union
Jordan A and B Ballrooms. 6 p.m. Join Professor Huber Robinson for a
screening of “Mahabharata,” a South Asian tale of the struggle between good
and evil. Free. Call 426-5950 for more information.
TUESDAY, APRIL 18
Community Cinema: Diverse Perspectives Film Series. Student Union
Jordan A Ballroom. 5:30 p.m. The Community Cinema: Diverse Perspectives Film
Series, offered on the third Tuesday of each month, examines diversity
through a range of films. This month’s feature, “The Real Dirt on Farmer
John,” is the epic tale of a maverick Midwestern farmer. Branded as a pariah
in his community, Farmer John bravely transforms his farm amidst a failing
economy, vicious rumors and arson. He succeeds in creating a bastion of free
expression and a revolutionary form of agriculture in rural America.
Co-sponsored by the Boise State Women’s Center, the Cultural Center, Student
Activities, the Women’s Center and the Independent Television Service. Free.
Call 426-1223.
Stephen Kinzer Lecture. Student Union Lookout Room. 7 p.m. Join
award-winning author and foreign correspondent Stephen Kinzer as he presents
“Overthrow: America’s Century of Regime Change from Hawaii to Iraq.” Kinzer
has reported from more than 50 countries on four continents and has served
as the New York Times’ bureau chief in Turkey, Germany and Nicaragua.
Sponsored by the Boise State Department of Literacy and the Idaho Peace
Coalition. Free. Call 853-4435 for more information.
Senior Composition Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy the work of student Adam Kindberg. Free. Call 426-3980 for more
information.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19
International Connections Seminar. Student Union Lookout Room. 12:30
p.m. Join John Ziker as he presents “First Nations, the Treaty Process and
Environmental Rights in British Columbia, Canada.” This event, part of the
monthly brown bag luncheon seminar series, is sponsored by the International
Programs Office and the Albertson Library. Light refreshments will be
provided. Free. Call 426-3652.
SPB Films: “Casino.” 2:30 and 7 p.m. Student Union Hatch C and D
Ballrooms. Join the Student Programs Board for a screening of the hit Robert
De Niro film “Casino.” Free. Call 426 1223 for more information.
Asian/Pacific Islander Awareness Month: Lecture. Cultural Center
Lounge, second floor of the Student Union Building. 4 p.m. Join Victoria
Hammrick as she presents “How Hawaiians View the Land.” Free. Call 426-5950
for more information.
BSU West Community Cinema: Diverse Perspectives Film Series. Boise
State West Campus Second Floor Lobby. 5:30 p.m. The Community Cinema:
Diverse Perspectives Film Series, offered on the third Tuesday of each
month, examines diversity through a range of films. This month’s feature,
“The Real Dirt on Farmer John,” is the epic tale of a maverick Midwestern
farmer. Branded as a pariah in his community, Farmer John bravely transforms
his farm amidst a failing economy, vicious rumors and arson. He succeeds in
creating a bastion of free expression and a revolutionary form of
agriculture in rural America. Co-sponsored by the Boise State Women’s
Center, the Cultural Center, Student Activities, the Women’s Center and the
Independent Television Service. Free. Call 426-1223.
“Touch.” Morrison Center Stage II. 7:30 p.m. April 19-21; 2 p.m. and
7:30 p.m. April 22. In this play, directed by Theatre Arts major Liberty
Leeds, science and spirit form a perfect union between Kyle, a reserved
young astronomer, and Zoe, his flamboyant wife. For mature audiences. $12;
$10 for non-Boise State students; free for Boise State Faculty, staff and
students with ID. Call 425-3957.
Early Music Ensemble. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. This
program by Boise State’s Academy of St. Giles early music ensemble features
troubador songs, medieval dances, Franco-Flemish songs and lute duets. $5;
$3 for Boise State faculty, staff and students. Call 426-3980.
THURSDAY, APRIL 20
Bo Burlingham Lecture. Student Union Jordan Ballroom, 1:40-3 p.m. The
public is invited to attend a lecture by Bo Burlingham, editor-at-large of
Inc. Magazine and author of “Small Giants: Companies That Choose to Be Great
Instead of Big.” Presented as part of the Boise State University College of
Business and Economics Distinguished Speaker Series. Free. Call 426-3180 for
more information.
Student Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Student
soprano Andrea Hathorn performs. Free. Call 426-3980.
Idaho Dance Theatre: “Movin’ Out!” Boise State Special Events Center.
8 p.m. April 20-22; 2 p.m. April 23. Idaho Dance Theatre’s production of
“Movin’ Out!” incorporates bebop jazz, the haunting solo violin of Paul
Giger, and the unique sound of the band Tool transcribed for piano. $10-$30.
Call 331-9592 for ticket information.
FRIDAY, APRIL 21
Kings of Vegas Tour. (Show has been
cancelled and will be rescheduled for a later date. Return ticket to the
Information Desk in the Boise State University Student Union Building (SUB)
for a refund. The Information Desk is located on the first floor of the SUB
across from the food court. Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-10:00pm; Saturday
9:30am-10:00pm. For more information on ticket refunds, contact the
Information Desk at 208-426-INFO.
Graduate Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Soprano
Joie Gratto performs. Free. Call 426-3980.
SATURDAY, APRIL 22
Boise Philharmonic. Morrison Center. 8:15 p.m. The Boise
Philharmonic’s final concert of the season features “Suite from Der
Rosenkavalier” by Richard Strauss, “Variations on a Theme by Thomas Tallis”
by Ralph Vaughn Williams and “Symphony No. 5” by Sergei Prokofiev. A 10 a.m.
dress rehearsal will be offered. Contact the Boise Philharmonic at 344-7849
for ticket information.
Student Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 4 p.m. Student pianist
Naoki Natsume performs. Free. Call 426-3980.
Spring Choral Concert. Immanuel Lutheran Church, 707 W. Fort St. 7:30
p.m. Enjoy a night of music designed to usher in the changing season. $5; $3
for Boise State faculty, staff and students. Call 426-3980.
Upcoming Events
SUNDAY, APRIL 23
Symphonic Winds Concert. Morrison Center. 4 p.m. This performance by
the Boise State Symphonic Winds features “Symphony No. 2” by Frank Ticheli
and music from Tielman Susato’s “Danserye.” Contact the music department at
426-3980 for ticket information.
Student Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Student
violinist Aaron Eagan performs. Free. Call 426-3980.
MONDAY, APRIL 24
Volunteer Recognition Banquet. Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 6 p.m.
The Boise State Volunteer Services Board honors outstanding individual
volunteers and community agencies. Contact Amber Wendt at 426-4240 for
ticket information.
SPB Films. Student Union Lookout Room. 7 p.m. Join the Student
Programs Board for a screening of “The Invisible Children.” Free. Call
426-4239 for more information.
Student Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Student
trumpeter Mike Robinett performs. Free. Call 426-3980.
TUESDAY, APRIL 25
Nutrition and Weight Management Consultation. Student Recreation
Center Fitness Testing and Wellness Room. 4:15 p.m.- 5:15 p.m. Participants
are invited to drop by and speak with qualified staff about nutrition and
weight management issues. Free. Call 426-1459.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26
Vocal Jazz Solo Night. Shakey’s Pizza Parlor, 4903 Overland Road. 5-8
p.m. Join the Boise State Vocal Jazz Choir for an evening of solo
performances. Free. Call 426-3980 for more information.
Student Organization of the Year and Campus Recognition Ceremony.
Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 6 p.m. This event, dedicated to honoring
outstanding student organizations, is free and open to the public. Free
parking is available in the Student Union visitor lot. Contact Molly George
at 426-2540 for more information.
Theatre Showcase. Morrison Center Stage II. 7:30 p.m. Enjoy an
eclectic evening as the Boise State Theatre Major’s Association takes over
Stage II and produces its own brand of contemporary theater. $7; $5 for
Boise State students with ID. Call 426-3957 for more information.
THURSDAY, APRIL 27
Jeanne Wakatsuki Lecture. Student Union Lookout Room. 7 p.m. Jeanne
Wakatsuki Houston, a former resident of the Manzanar Japanese internment
camp in California, gives an account of her experiences. Sponsored by the
Department of History, College of Social Sciences and Public Affairs,
Cultural and Ethnic Diversity Board and the Cultural Center. Free and open
to the public. Call 426-3777 for more information.
Tuba Euphonium Concert. 7 p.m. April 27 in the Morrison Center
Recital Hall; 7 p.m. April 29 in the South Junior High School Auditorium,
805 Shoshone. The Tuba Euphonium Mass Ensemble features more than 50
players, including Boise State tuba professor Michael Fischer and University
of Oregon tuba professor Michael Grose. Free. Call 426-3980 for more
information.
FRIDAY, APRIL 28
Collaborative Student Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 5 p.m.
Student vocalists Kristin Vanderstelt, soprano, and Amy Wickstrom,
mezzo-soprano, perform. Free. Call 426-3980.
Percussion Ensemble. Morrison Center Room B-125. 7:30 p.m. This
program features a three-movement piece based on the whole-tone scale made
famous by Debussy, “Kotrah,” a snare drum solo and “Parading Parrots,” a
marimba ensemble. $5; $3 for Boise State faculty, staff and students. Call
426-3980.
Music Week School Night. Taco Bell Arena. 7:30 p.m. This event
features more than 1,500 instrumental and vocal students, ranging in age
from elementary to high school. Presented as part of Music Week 2006. Free.
Call 375-4711 for more information.
SATURDAY, APRIL 29
Student Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 1 p.m. Student pianist
Angela Kopshy performs. Free. Call 426-3980.
Meistersingers Season Finale. St. Michael’s Episcopal Cathedral, 518
N. 8th Street. 7:30 p.m. The Meistersingers finishes its year with a
celebration of diversity in a kaleidoscope of languages, including French,
Finnish, Hebrew, Spanish, Mongolian and Tiriki. $5; $3 for Boise State
faculty, staff and students. Call 426-3980.
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Bill Schnupp, University Communications, (208) 426-3275
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Last reviewed on Wednesday, January 03, 2007