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News Release
February 7, 2007
This Week at Boise State
The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of Feb.
11-17. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated
information on all events, visit
http://events.boisestate.edu.
EVENTS OF SPECIAL NOTE:
February: Black History Month. Celebrate the history and accomplishments
of African-Americans during Black History Month at Boise State. Events include
discussions, a film and more. For a full list of events, visit
http://news.boisestate.edu/newsrelease/012007/0126blackhistory.shtml.
For more information, contact the Boise State Cultural Center at 426-5950 or
426-1449.
Feb. 12-15: Youth Issues Awareness Week. Sponsored by Boise State
Volunteer Services Board, these free events will highlight issues affecting
today’s youth. For more information about discussions and other events, contact
Brett Berning at
vsbassistant@boisestate.edu or call 426-4240.
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.
MONDAY, FEB. 12
“American Blackout.” Student Union Farnsworth Room. 6-9 p.m. This film
critically examines the contemporary tactics used to control our democratic
process and silence the voices of political dissent. Free. Call 426-5950.
Comedian Roy Wood Jr. Student Union Hatch Ballroom. 7 p.m. Boise State
Student Programs Board presents comedian Roy Wood Jr., who has been featured on
“The Late Show with David Letterman” and Comedy Central. Free. Call 426-1728.
Youth Issues Awareness Week discussion. Student Union Jordan A Ballroom.
7 p.m. Speakers Sue Huizinga, Donnie Hale and Dr. Gail Shuck present the
discussion “School is becoming more of a challenge: What should I do?” Free.
Call 426-4240.
Black History Month Concert. Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. Presented by the
Boise State Music Department. Call 426-3980 for more information.
TUESDAY, FEB. 13
Machine Tool Technology Program Open House. Larry G. Selland College of
Applied Technology. 4-8 p.m. The open house will give junior high and high
school students an up-close look at the program, as well as give technical
centers and local industry a look at the new HAAS machining equipment. Free.
Call 426-2641.
Career Expo. Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 4-7 p.m. The Larry Selland
College will host its annual Career Expo that features dozens of information
booths, interactive displays, student projects and more. The event is designed
for anyone considering attending college this fall. Drawings will be held for
free Bronco gear and other prizes. Free. Call 426-1431.
Youth Issues Awareness Week discussion. Student Union Hatch AB Ballroom.
7 p.m. Presenters Jim Carberry and Melissa Brandy will lead the discussion
entitled “Why Aren’t the Kids Outside?” Free. Call 426-4240.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 14
Women in Careers. Women’s Center. Noon-1 p.m. State Rep. Nichole LeFavour
will speak. This brown-bag luncheon program features local women serving in
non-traditional careers. Free. Call 426-4259.
“Prevent Cervical Cancer.” Student Union Jordan A Ballroom. 6 p.m.
Speakers Dr. Elizabeth Hannah and Dr. Kevin Rich will discuss how to prevent
cervical cancer. Sponsored by Volunteer Services Board. Free. Call 426-4240.
Concerto Aria. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7 p.m. Vocal, instrumental
and keyboard students vie for the honor of competing in the Concerto-Aria
Concert in May. Cost TBA. For more information, call 426-1596.
THURSDAY, FEB. 15
Jim Basnight. Table Rock Café. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Singer/songwriter Jim
Basnight will perform during lunch. Free. Call 426-1223.
International Connections. Student Union Lookout Room. 12:30-1:30 p.m.
English professor Tom Trusky will present “Ignored in France, Caught in Canada
OR Smuggling in England, Blushing in Italian.” Trusky will detail his efforts to
present the work of Idahoans Nell Shipman and James Castle abroad. Part of the
International Connections Luncheon Seminar Series. Presented by Albertsons
Library and International Programs. Free. Call 426-3652.
“Borat.” Student Union Special Events Center. 7 and 9 p.m. Boise State
Student Programs Board will show the film “Borat,” a controversial comedy that
follows Kazakh character Borat Sagdiyev around America. SPB will show the film
again Feb. 16 at 7 and 9 p.m. This film is rated “R.” Free for Boise State
students, $1 for non-students. Call 426-3835.
“Sex: Beyond the Birds and the Bees.” Student Union Hatch Ballroom. 7
p.m. Keynote speakers Rachel Olson and Lorraine Fortunati will discuss the many
factors that influence sexuality and sexual decision-making. Part of Volunteer
Services Board’s Youth Issues Awareness Week. Free. Call 426-4240.
FRIDAY, FEB. 16
George Lopez. Morrison Center. 8 p.m. George Lopez is one of the premier
comedic talents in the entertainment industry today. He is the co-creator,
writer, producer and star of the television sitcom, “George Lopez.” Tickets
$39.50-$45.50 available through Select-a-Seat.
Czech Nonet. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 8 p.m. Founded in 1924, Czech
Nonet is one of the oldest continuously performing string ensembles of its type
in the world. Appearing Feb. 16 as part of the Boise Chamber Music Series and
Feb. 17 as part of the Classic Performances Series. $25 general, $20 seniors and
students by calling 426-1216 or e-mailing
jbelfy@boisestate.edu.
SATURDAY, FEB. 17
Wilderness First Aid. Feb. 17-19. City of Boise Foothills Learning Center.
This 24-hour seminar is being taught by the Wilderness Medicine Training Center
and will certify the participants in the internatitonally recognized Willderness
First Aid curriculum. Cost is $179. Register by Feb. 9. Call 426-2628.
Czech Nonet: “A Little Morning Music.” Morrison Center rooms C125 (winds)
and C200 (strings). 10:30 a.m. These chamber music classes are free. Czech Nonet,
one of the oldest continuously performing string ensembles of its type, will
appear in the Student Union Special Events Center at 8 p.m. Part of the Classic
Performances Series. $10 general, $5 Boise State students, faculty, staff,
non-Boise State students younger than 17 and seniors 55 and older. Call
426-4636.
Boise Philharmonic. Morrison Center. 10 a.m. and 8:15 p.m. This
Philharmonic concert, conducted by Andre Raphel Smith, features music by Adams,
Mendelssohn and Brahms. Prelecture at 7 p.m. Tickets available through the Boise
Philharmonic, 344-7849.
UPCOMING EVENTS
SUNDAY. FEB. 18
Doodlebops Live. Taco Bell Arena. 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. The Doodlebops’
first-ever live U.S. concert tour features songs that will have parents and kids
rockin’ and boppin’ together. Tickets $21.75-$36.75 through Select-a-Seat. Call
426-1494.
Merle Haggard. Morrison Center. 7 p.m. Country legend Merle Haggard has
been producing hits since the 1960s. Tickets $39.50 through Select-a-Seat. Call
426-1494.
MONDAY, FEB. 19
Social Work Legislative Advocacy Days. Various locations. Noon Feb. 19-1
p.m. Feb. 20. Education and legislative engagements are addressed. St. Luke’s,
Boise State, Joe R. Williams Building and Capitol. $10 students, $25 social
workers. Register by Feb. 14. Call 426-2579 or visit
www.boisestate.edu/socwork.
TUESDAY, FEB. 20
Every Body is Beautiful Week. Feb. 20-22. This educational campaign is
designed to raise awareness and offer resources for those struggling with body
image and/or eating disorders. Participate in workshops and receive information
and giveaways at the Student Union Building, Student Recreation Center and
residence halls. Free. Call 426-1459.
Mardi Gras Celebration. Student Union Patio. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Come and
celebrate Fat Tuesday with free drinks, music, beads and more. Sponsored by
Boise State Student Activities and Student Programs Board. Free. Call 426-1223.
“Nature and Technology in One Hundred Years of Solitude.” Student Union
Hatch D Ballroom. 4:30 p.m. Professor Raymond L. Williams, an internationally
recognized scholar of the Columbian novel and contemporary Latin American
fiction, will present this lecture. Williams’ lecture will examine García
Márquez’s acclaimed novel. Presented by the Department of Modern Languages and
Literatures and the Boise State Cultural Center. Free. Call 426-2595.
Paul Arthur. Idaho State Historical Museum. 7 p.m. Northern Irish
historian Paul Arthur will speak on “The Role of Memory in the Northern Irish
Conflict.” Presented by the Idaho Historical Museum, the Idaho Public Archives
and Research Library, the departments of History and Sociology at Boise State
University, the Boise State Honors Program, and the Western Institute for Irish
Studies. Free. Call 426-1414.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 21
NAACP Presentation. Student Union Barnwell Room. 7-9 p.m. Part of Black
History Month. A local NAACP chapter representative will talk about the
organization. Free. Call 426-5950.
Concert Band. Skyview High School. 7:30 p.m. This joint concert with the
Skyview High School Concert Band will feature John Williams’ arrangement of “The
Star-Spangled Banner,” “Americans We” by Henry Fillmore, Bach’s “Fugue a la
Gigue” and “Noisy Wheels of Joy” by Eric Whitacre. Free. Call 426-3980.
“Man of La Mancha.” Morrison Center Stage II. 7:30 p.m. The Boise State
University Department of Theatre Arts will present this highly romantic and
noble tale of a man who dreams of conquering all the wrongs in the world and
winning the heart of his cherished Dulcinea. This event will also take place
Feb. 22-24 and Feb. 27-March 3 at 7:30 p.m. as well as Feb. 25 and March 4 at 2
p.m. Tickets $16 general, $12 for non-Boise State students, alumni and seniors
and $9 when purchased in groups of 10 or more. Boise State full-time students,
faculty and staff can receive one free ticket at the Student Union Info Desk.
Call 426-3957.
THURSDAY, FEB. 22
Returning Women’s Discussion Group luncheon. Women’s Center. 11:30
a.m.-1:30 p.m. All women students and staff are invited to attend these
every-other-week discussion groups, also taking place March 8, 22; April 5, 19.
Free. Call 426-4259.
Film and Discussion: Martin Luther King and Malcom X. Student union
Farnsworth Room. 7 p.m. A comparison in philosophies and approaches. Free. Call
426-5950.
Regina Carter. Morrison Center. 8 p.m. The Bridge Gala, presented by the
Idaho Black History Museum, features Regina Carter. She has had an enviable
career marked by eclectic virtuosity, heart and stunning fusions of music both
celestially classical and earthily modern. Tickets $45-$65 through
Select-a-Seat. Call 426-1494.
FRIDAY, FEB. 23
“The Vagina Monologues.” Student Union Special Events Center. 7 p.m. The
Boise State Women’s Center, in the Division of Student Affairs, presents its
annual production of “The Vagina Monologues” by Eve Ensler, directed by Melody
Sky Eisler. This year’s performance includes a new monologue. This event also
takes place Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 25 at 3 p.m. Tickets $10 general, $6
students with valid ID. Proceeds benefit awareness and anti-violence events.
Call 426-4259.
Young Ambassadors. Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. Since entering the world
stage at Japan’s Expo ’70, the Young Ambassadors have performed their vibrant
blend of song and dance in 56 nations of the world. Tickets $15.50 adults,
$11.50 children through Select-a-Seat. Call 426-1494.
SATURDAY, FEB. 24
International Food, Song and Dance Festival. Student Union Jordan
Ballroom. 6 p.m. Boise State invites the community to discover the “Treasures of
the World.” The university’s international students organize this event, which
features cultures, customs and cuisine from around the world. Tickets $18
general, $12 Boise State students and children through Select-a-Seat outlets.
For more information, call the International Programs Office at 426-3652.
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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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