News Release

Nov. 22, 2006

This Week At Boise State

The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of Nov. 26-Dec. 2. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated information on all events, visit http://events.boisestate.edu.

EVENTS OF SPECIAL NOTE:
November: Native American Heritage Month. The Cultural Center will celebrate with a series of events. All events are free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Boise State Cultural Center at 426-5950.

EXHIBITIONS:
Through Dec. 2: “Visual Babble: BFA Thesis Exhibition.” Visual Arts Center. This exhibition is the culminating activity for bachelor of fine arts students, and features works in sculpture, photography, painting, graphic design, illustration, ceramics and metals. Call 426-3994.

Through Dec. 1: “Fade to Red Exhibition.” Student Union Gallery. This exhibition captures the gamut of emotions HIV and AIDS conjure both domestically and throughout the world. The works move viewers to action and toward a better understanding of HIV and AIDS. Call 426-4636.

TUESDAY, NOV. 28
Meditation Group. Student Union Building (check kiosk for location). Noon-1 p.m. Students, faculty and staff are invited to enjoy the benefits of regular meditation practice. Free. Contact cberg@boisestate.edu.

Jacob Nielsen Senior Recital, Piano. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Free. Call 426-3980.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 29
Boise State Basketball vs. Brigham Young University. Taco Bell Arena. 7 p.m. Call 426-4737 or go online at http://broncosports.com for ticket information.

Bronco Blitz. Taco Bell Arena Student Entrance. 5:30 p.m. Students who attend the basketball game can buy a blue Bronco T-shirt for $1 and win numerous prizes, including $500 worth of spring semester textbooks, an engraved Bronco iPod and more. Sponsored by Bronco Sports and Boise State Student Programs Board. Free for Boise State students. Call 426-1728.

Elisa Barnes Senior Recital, Soprano. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Free. Call 426-3980.

THURSDAY, NOV. 30
Gene Harris Jazz Festival Endowment Night. The Owyhee Plaza Hotel, the Reef and Hannah’s. 5 p.m. This Club Night event will feature the Boise State Big Band in “A Tribute to Maynard Ferguson” with guest artist Dennis DiBlasio. Tickets through the Qwest Arena Box Office are $12 general, $5 students. For tickets, call 1-800-330-8497. For more information, call 426-3099.

‘You, Me and Dupree.’ Special Events Center. 7 p.m. Student Programs Board presents this 2006 film starring Kate Hudson, Owen Wilson and Matt Dillon. Film is rated PG-13. Free for Boise State students, faculty and staff. $1 for public. Call 426-1728.

Speech Showcase. Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 7 p.m. Boise State communication students will present their semi-annual speech showcase. Emceed by professor Marty Most, the Speech Showcase is a keen competition between student public speakers. Free. Call 426-1907.

Nicole Molumby. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Flutist Molumby will perform with guests James Cook, Craig Purdy, Linda Kline Lamar and Sam Smith as part of the Faculty Artist Series. $5 general, $3 for seniors and free for students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. Call 426-3980.

FRIDAY, DEC. 1
The 12 Days of Fitness. Student Recreation Center. December 1-12. The Fitness Program wants to help you stay motivated and stress-free this December. Complete a stress-relieving activity each day of the “12 Days of Fitness” and enter to win prizes. Registration Nov. 20-Dec. 5 at the REC service desk. Free. Call 426-5644.

World AIDS Day. Student Union Hatch C and D Ballrooms. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. In recognition of World’s AIDS Day, the HIV/AIDS memorial quilt will be on display. At 8 p.m., Allies Linked for the Prevention of HIV and AIDS will be sponsoring a candlelight vigil at Ann Morrison Park, west of the fountain. Free. Call 426-1223 or 426-2540.

“The Vagina Monologues” Auditions. Special Events Center Green Room. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Auditions are open to all Boise State students, faculty, alumni and volunteers. Auditions also will be held Dec. 2. To register for an audition, call the Women’s Center at 426-4259.

Fall Blood Drive. Student Union Building. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Call 426-4240.

Holiday Auction. Student Union Jordan D Ballroom. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Boise State Association of Office Professionals presents this luncheon with a live auction, silent auction and gift table. Register online at http://www.boisestate.edu/bsuaop/calendar.htm by Nov. 22. $1 without lunch, $9.50 with lunch. Call 426-1996.

College of Education Doctoral Program Open House. Student Union Lookout Room. 5-7 p.m. People who are interested in earning a doctoral degree from the Boise State University College of Education are invited to find out more about the program. Free. Call 426-2468.

SATURDAY, DEC. 2
Photo Op: “The Adventures of Silence.” Albertsons Library McCain Room. 2 and 7:30 p.m. Dragon fights, feast music and battles will resound throughout the stacks of library books during this presentation by Boise State’s Medieval Drama Guild. This event also takes place Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. Free. Call 426-1213.

Minneapolis Guitar Quartet. Special Events Center. 8 p.m. The Minneapolis Guitar Quartet will perform as part of the December Classic Performances Series. The Quartet, founded in 1986, is one of the world’s leading guitar ensembles. Tickets $10 general, $5 for Boise State students, faculty, staff, alumni and students younger than 17 at the Student Union Info Desk. Call 426-4636.

Upcoming Events

SUNDAY, DEC. 3
Family Holiday Concert. Morrison Center Main Hall. 7:30 p.m. The whole family can enjoy the sounds of the holiday season. This year’s concert will feature performances by the University Orchestra, the Trombone Ensemble, the Faculty Brass Quintet, the University Choral Groups, the Flute Ensemble and the Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble. Tickets are $7 general, $5 seniors, $1 students through Select-a-Seat, call 426-1494 or visit http://www.idahotickets.com. For more information, call 426-3980.

TUESDAY, DEC. 5
Christmas Choral Concert. Cathedral of the Rockies, 11th Street and Hays. 7:30 p.m. Ring in the holiday season with a delightful mix of holiday music. Tickets $5 general, $3 for seniors, free for students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. Call 426-3980.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 6
“Artist Skills Crash Course.” Student Union Hatch A Ballroom. 1-2:30 p.m. Artist Marie Watt will teach a class focusing on how artists can define and refine their skills to begin or continue successful careers. Free. 426-3994.

THURSDAY, DEC. 7
Food for Thought. Student Union Lookout Room. Noon. Konstanty Gebert, journalist and solidarity activist, will present “Poland: From Solidarity’s Drama to Democracy’s Mess.” Brown bag lunches available for $5. If you plan to attend, please call 426-1492 or e-mail denisedecarli@boisestate.edu  and indicate whether you will purchase a lunch or bring your own.

“Nine in Design” Show. The Loft, 622 W. Idaho Street. 6-9 p.m. Nine Boise State up-and-coming graphic designers will present a portfolio show. Attendees must be 21 or older. Free. Call 283-6716.

FRIDAY, DEC. 8
International Connections Luncheon Seminar Series. Student Union Lookout Room. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Brian Wampler, assistant professor of political science, will discuss Brazil’s famous Participatory Budgeting programs. Sponsored by Albertsons Library and Boise State International Programs. Free. Call 426-3652.

Collin Raye Family Christmas. Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. Celebrate the Christmas season with one of the most recognized voices in country music. Tickets are $38 through Select-a-Seat, call 426-1494 or visit http://www.idahotickets.com. For more information, call 426-1609.

SATURDAY, DEC. 9
Clay and Fire Exhibition and Sale. Visual Arts Center Gallery 1 in the Liberal Arts Building. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. This event also takes place Dec. 10-11. Hundreds of high-quality ceramics, ranging from the elegant to the exotic, will be on sale. Proceeds benefit the Boise State Visiting Artists in Ceramics Series. Free. Call 426-3205.

‘Holidays Around the World.’ Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. This multi-cultural event includes crafts, performances, refreshments, door prizes and more. Free. Call 426-5950.

‘Boise Tuba Christmas.’ The Grove, near the outdoor Christmas tree. 3:30 p.m. Tuba Christmas will also perform at 4:30 p.m. at the Statehouse Rotunda. Members of Tuba Christmas are baritone, euphonium, sousaphone and tuba players of all ages and abilities. Free. Call 426-1685.

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Media Contacts: Julie Hahn, University Communications, (208) 426-5540
Tessa Schweigert, University Communications, (208) 426-3196

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