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News Release
January 24, 2007
This Week at Boise State
The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of Jan.
28-Feb. 3. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated
information on all events, visit
http://events.boisestate.edu.
EVENTS OF SPECIAL NOTE:
Feb. 2-3: Discover Engineering Days. Room 110 of the Engineering and
Technology Building. 5 p.m. Discover Engineering Days begins with opening
ceremonies and presentations and includes a variety of hands-on engineering and
science activities. Activities include using liquid nitrogen to make ice cream,
watching a bomb squad robot, viewing the College of Engineering’s wind tunnel
and more. For a full schedule of activities, including maps and registration for
some activities, visit
http://jasonidaho.boisestate.edu. Most activities do not require
pre-registration. Free. Call 426-4432.
EXHIBITIONS:
Through Feb. 20: “Here: Considerations of Place in Contemporary Photography.”
Gallery 1, Liberal Arts Building and Gallery 2, Hemingway Center. 10 a.m.-5
p.m. Monday through Friday, noon-4 p.m. Saturday; closed Sundays and university
holidays. Featuring the work of Alex Emmons, Thomas Lewis, Danielle Mericle, TJ
Norris, Craig Payne and Shawn Records. Free. Call 426-3994.
Through Feb. 23: MLK Human Rights Art Exhibit, “Our Complex Past.”
Student Union Gallery. 7 a.m.-11 p.m. daily. “Our Complex Past” reflects upon
Idaho’s history of human rights from the early 1800s through today. This
exhibition is presented by Boise State University Student Activities. Free. Call
426-4636.
SUNDAY, JAN. 28
The Faculty Artist Series. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 4 p.m. The
Faculty Artist Series will feature a viola recital by Linda Kline Lamar. She
will be accompanied by James Cook, piano, and Samuel Smith, cello. The concert
will feature the music of Beethoven, Kodaly, Hindemith and Schumann. $5 general,
$3 seniors, free to students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. Call
426-3665.
MONDAY, JAN. 29
Campus Recreation Instructional Programs. Student Recreation Center.
Challenge yourself, learn a new skill or increase your fitness level by
enrolling in an instructional program. Classes are taught by experienced
instructors and progress from basic instruction to more advanced skills.
Registration has begun for classes in salsa dancing, tai chi, mat Pilates,
swimming and more. Classes begin Jan. 29 and last for six weeks, until March 9,
or 12 weeks, until April 27. Prices range from $45 to $135. For more
information, visit
http://rec.boisestate.edu/fitness/instruction. Call 426-5644.
Shaolin Kung Fu Training. Kinesiology Building Room 215. Noon-2 p.m. The
Shaolin Kung Fu Club is inviting students to stop by during training sessions.
This event also takes place on Fridays from 4-6 p.m. Free. For more information,
e-mail
brandonison@mail.boisestate.edu.
White Privilege Series. Cultural Center. 1 p.m. The Diversity Round Table
Discussion presents a four-session series exploring white privilege. During the
first session, Brian MacDonald will address what white privilege is. Free. Call
426-4317.
Hypnotist C.J. Johnson. Student Union Hatch Ballroom. 7 p.m. Johnson has
performed around the country and has hypnotized more than 10,000 people. His
show blends hilarious antics and amazement. Free. Call 426-1728.
TUESDAY, JAN. 30
Matt Vrba. Student Union Brava! Stage. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The Boise State
University Student Programs Board presents singer/songwriter Matt Vrba as part
of the “Concert Trifecta,” which will feature three musical artists for three
consecutive Tuesdays. Vrba’s debut album “Everywhere In Between,” was released
in June 2004. Free. Call 426-1728.
Writing Project Workshop. Student Union Lookout Room. 3:30-5:15 p.m.;
6-7:30 p.m. National expert Kathleen Yancey will lead the class in exploring
various kinds of naturalistic and performance-based assessments during the two
sessions. RSVP is required; e-mail
jwilhelm@boisestate.edu or
michaelmueller@boisestate.edu. Free. Call 426-1199.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 31
MFA Reading Series. Student Union Bishop Barnwell Room. 7:30 p.m. Poet
Clayton Eshleman will read from his works, which include “The Name Encanyoned
River,” “Sulfur,” “An Alchemist With One Eye on Fire” and others. Free. For more
information, e-mail
davidnicholas@boisestate.edu.
THURSDAY, FEB. 1
Backcountry Avalanche Safety Seminar. Student Recreation Center. 6-9 p.m.
This seminar will provide the basic foundation of knowledge and judgment skills
required for winter backcountry travel and backcountry skiing. Emphasis will be
placed on assessing snow pack stability, route selection, group leadership,
hazard assessment, rescue and evacuation procedures. Registration cost is $45.
Register by Jan. 26. Call 426-2628.
Fettuccine Forum. Rose Room, 718 Idaho Street. Doors open at 5 p.m. and
presentation begins at 5:30 p.m. The February Fettuccine Forum will examine the
world of editorial cartoons with a presentation by Atlanta newspaper cartoonist
Michael Luckovich. The Pulitzer-Prize winning political cartoonist and former
Boisean has been called the most reprinted editorial cartoonist in the country.
Fettuccine will be available for $5. Free. Call 426-3701.
FRIDAY, FEB. 2
“The Reluctant Dragon.” Morrison Center. 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. This
ENCORE! play based on the story by Kenneth Grahame focuses on a dragon who is
not the fearsome type. The production is most enjoyed by children in preschool
to fifth grade. For ticket information, call 426-1034.
SATURDAY, FEB. 3
Honor Band Concert. Morrison Center Main Hall. 7:30 p.m. $5 general, $3
for seniors and free for students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff.
Call 426-3980.
UPCOMING EVENTS
MONDAY, FEB. 5
White Privilege Series. Cultural Center. 1 p.m. The Diversity Round Table
Discussion presents a series exploring white privilege. Wanda Viento will talk
about how to be an ally. Free. Call 426-4317.
TUESDAY, FEB. 6
Dan Purser. Student Union Brava! Stage. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The Boise State
University Student Programs Board presents singer/songwriter Dan Purser as part
of the “Concert Trifecta,” which will feature three musical artists for three
consecutive Tuesdays. Free. Call 426-1391.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 7
The Parenting Challenge. Boise State Children’s Center. 3:45-4:45 p.m.
This educational program facilitated by Drug Free Idaho focuses on substance
abuse, balancing work and family, child development, family relationships and
more. This event will take place for students on Wednesdays through March 14 and
for employees Thursdays from 5:15-6:15 p.m. through March 15. Childcare
provided. Free. Call 426-1459.
Nursing Department Informational Session. Science/Nursing Building Room
163. 6 p.m. Current Boise State students interested in applying to the
university’s nursing program are invited to attend an informational session. The
deadline for applying to the nursing program for the 2007-08 academic year is
March 1. Free. Call 426-4143.
Poetry Slam. Student Union Lookout Room. 7 p.m. Join Andrea Gibson and
Katie Wirsing in a poetry slam. Don’t forget to sign-up for the “Head-to-Head
Haiku Battle” and the “Absolute Haiku Ruler Supreme.” Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Free. Call 426-4636.
THURSDAY, FEB. 8
Know Your Status. Student Union Building (check kiosk for location). 11
a.m.-1 p.m. Find out your HIV status with free rapid testing. Test is painless
and completely confidential. Testing will be available the second Thursday of
every month through May. Call 367-6079 for an appointment.
SATURDAY, FEB. 10
Service Saturday. Boise State West Campus second-floor lobby. 11a.m.-3
p.m. Boise State students, staff, faculty and community members have the
opportunity to volunteer for several hours at local charitable or non-profit
agencies. Free. Call 426-4240.
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Media Contacts: Julie Hahn, University Communications, (208) 426-5540
Tessa Schweigert, University Communications, (208) 426-3196
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Last reviewed on
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
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