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Thursday, November 12, 2009
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Web Development Series and Tools for Teaching Workshops
The eLearning Programs and Support Center (eLPS) is offering one-hour, hands-on workshops that provide basic instruction of how to work with programs, such as Flash 8, Dreamweaver, Photoshop and MERLOT, to improve the appearance of your web content. Also available are workshops on several eLearning programs, including plagiarism prevention, building online quizzes, working and enhancing Microsoft files, working with video, and data analysis with SPSS. (Open to CSULA faculty.)
 http://www.calstatela.edu/academic/aa/ess/elps/elpsworkshop_schedule.php?value=All
Fine Arts 138
Call the eLearning Programs and Support Center at (323) 343-6594 for more information.
ITS Training: Computer Workshops
Information Technology Services (ITS) offers FREE hands-on training in software applications available on campus such as Microsoft Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Word, Outlook (for staff and faculty), and Outlook Web Access (for students). Visit our web site for up-to-date workshop schedules.
http://www.calstatela.edu/its/training/
Location: check online schedules
Call ITS Training Program at (323) 343-5369 for more information.
The Art of Chess: The Munitz Chess Collection
The exhibit features selections from the 52 fine chess sets and more than 350 volumes of chess literature donated by Cal State L.A. Trustee Professor and former CSU Chancellor Barry Munitz to the University Library Special Collections.
http://csulalibrarywhatsnew.blogspot.com/2009/05/munitz-chess-collection-exhibit.html
JFK Memorial Library, First Floor, Exhibit Area
Gallery open during Library hours
Call the University Library at (323) 343-3988 for more information.
Sunday, May 10, 2009 - Saturday, December 12, 2009
The NAACP and the Struggle for Racial Equality in California, 1945-1970
An exhibit compiled by Martin Schiesl, professor emeritus of history at Cal State L.A.
http://www.calstatela.edu/library/
JFK Memorial Library, second floor bridge
(Exhibit open during Library hours)
Call the University Library at at (323) 343-3988 for more information.
Saturday, August 01, 2009 - Thursday, December 31, 2009
MSW Information Meeting
For interested and prospective applicants: The info meetings provide an overview of the social work profession, the discipline of social work, the MSW Program, and the application process. No advanced reservations are needed to attend.
(Scheduled meetings: Sept. 29, 6:30 p.m.; Oct. 10, 10 a.m.; Oct. 21, 6:30 p.m.; Nov. 24, 6:30 p.m.; Jan. 9, 10 a.m.; Jan. 26, 6:30 p.m.; Feb. 17, 10 a.m.; Mar. 6, 10 a.m.)
Salazar Hall C98
Call the MSW Admission office at (323) 343-3704 for more information.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009 - Saturday, March 06, 2010
"W" Withdrawal Period
(For Fall Quarter 2009)
Call the University Academic Advisement Center at (323) 343-3150 for more information.
Friday, October 02, 2009 - Thursday, November 12, 2009
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training
The Department of Public Safety at Cal State L.A., in partnership with the L.A. City Fire Department, presents its annual CERT training. Attendance required for certification. This program is free but seats are limited. (Please sign up at javalos@cslanet.calstatela.edu)
location: TBA
Call Jonathan Avalos, Public Safety, at (323) 343-6290 for more information.
Monday, October 19, 2009 - Monday, November 30, 2009 6:30PM - 9:00PM - (Monday evenings for seven sessions)
EPIC’s Annual Toy and Food Drive
EPIC’s drive focuses on providing food and toys to low-income families during the holiday season. This initiative gives students, clubs, organizations, and all members of the campus community the opportunity to make a positive contribution in the greater Los Angeles area. In addition to collecting monetary donations, non-perishable goods, and new or used toys (in good condition), EPIC also conducts a prize drawing. All proceeds from the prize drawing ticket sales will go towards the purchasing of necessary toys and food for the recipient families.
http://www.calstatela.edu/univ/stuaffrs/epic/tfd.html
Call the Educational Participation in Communities Program at (323) 343-3380 for more information.
Sunday, November 01, 2009 - Friday, December 11, 2009
Self-Defense Education: Rape Aggression Defense Systems (R.A.D.)
The Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Systems is a program of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques. It is a comprehensive, women-only course, which begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, as well as the basics of hands-on defense training. The courses are taught by nationally certified R.A.D. Instructors and provide each student with a workbook/reference manual. The basic physical defense program consists of four sessions (November 3, 5, 10, and 12) lasting three hours each, for a total of twelve hours of instruction including a dynamic simulation. Sign up by Tuesday, November 3, in U-SU 306. Cash only.
Cal State L.A. Students, $10
Faculty, Staff, or Guests, $20
Los Angeles Room, U-SU
Call the Center for Student Involvement at (323) 343-5110 for more information.
Tuesday, November 03, 2009 - Thursday, November 12, 2009 4:30PM - 7:30PM
EVITA
Depicting the rise and fall of Argentina’s first lady, Eva Peron, this musical moves audiences across cultures and genders. With so few choices available to her in her time, Evita still transcends reality, using her sexuality to acquire wealth, power, and the ever-fleeting love of the people. (Tickets $20 general; $16 seniors & students; $10 CSULA students only.)
Director: Dr. James A. Hatfield
Musical Direction: Dr. David Connors and Gerald Sternbach
State Playhouse
Showtimes: Thu.-Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sun., 2:30 p.m.
Call the CSULA Box Office at (323) 343-4118 for more information.
Thursday, November 12, 2009 - Sunday, November 15, 2009
Last Day to Submit Planned Student Leave Petitions
(For Fall Qaurter 2009)
Call the University Academic Advisement Center at (323) 343-3150 for more information.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
2009 State Vehicle Driver Training Program
Participating-employee driver training class attendance is required at least once every four years. Each training session is three and a half hours long.
Salazar Hall C98
Call Dan Thomas, Risk Management Coordinator, at (323) 343-3534 for more information.
Thursday, November 12, 2009 8:00AM
PBI 17th Annual California Policy Issues Conference
Theme: "Building a Green and Inclusive California: An Infrastructure for the 21st Century." PBI’s conference begins with keynote address by Assemblymember Mike Eng and a luncheon keynote address by California Utilities Commissioner Michael Peevey. Attendees will also hear from an array of experts including Kerry O’Hare of Building America’s Future, Samuel Kang of Greenlining Institute, and Denise Fairchild of LATTC CED and CDTech.
http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/
Millennium Biltmore Hotel, 506 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles
Call the Pat Brown Institute at Cal State L.A. at (323) 343-3770 for more information.
Thursday, November 12, 2009 8:00AM - 3:00PM
Job Search Strategies
Learn about networking with potential employers, conducting job search strategies on the internet, informational interviewing, dressing for success, and answering those tough interview questions.
Career Center
Call the Career Development Center at (323) 343-3237 for more information.
Thursday, November 12, 2009 10:00AM - 11:00AM
We Are Americans: A Dialogue on Immigration Reform
Featuring a dialogue about the human and civil rights struggle of undocumented students to achieve equal rights and opportunities. (Sponsored by SURGE at Cal State L.A.)
Los Angeles Room, U-SU
Call the Southern California Housing Rights Center at (800) 477-5977 for more information.
Thursday, November 12, 2009 10:00AM
2009 State Vehicle Driver Training Program
Participating-employee driver training class attendance is required at least once every four years. Each training session is three and a half hours long.
Salazar Hall C98
Call Dan Thomas, Risk Management Coordinator, at (323) 343-3534 for more information.
Thursday, November 12, 2009 12:00PM
U-Lead: Teambuilding & Motivation
Plot your student leadership journey through the U-Lead program as you explore personal, group, and community leadership competencies. Develop your team building skills and enhance your facilitation abilities.
University-Student Union, room 201
Call the Center for Student Involvement at (323) 343-5110 for more information.
Thursday, November 12, 2009 1:00PM
PBI Special Green Lecture
Often referred to as the "Green Cowboy" for his years of leadership on environmental issues, S. David Freeman will be speaking on "The Emerald City: The Green Agenda and Public Policy." This will be Freeman’s first major address since assuming his new responsibilities as interim general manager of the L.A. Dept. of Water and Power.
Millennium Biltmore Hotel, Los Angeles
Call the Pat Brown Institute at Cal State L.A. at (323) 343-3770 for more information.
Thursday, November 12, 2009 2:00PM - 3:30PM
Mystery Prize Bingo
Yay, it’s another round of Bingo! This time around, it’s Mystery Prize Bingo, where the prizes and giveaways could range from Nancy Drew mystery novels to mystery dinner getaways.
The Pit, U-SU basement
Call The Pit at the U-SU at (323) 343-2520 for more information.
Thursday, November 12, 2009 3:15PM
Center Study of Genders and Sexualities "Brown Bag" Series
Sharon Oselin presents "Fighting Back: Prostitutes’ coping mechanisms to violent encounters on the streets."
King Hall B3018
Call the Center Study of Genders and Sexualities at (323) 343-6549 for more information.
Thursday, November 12, 2009 3:15PM - 4:15PM
Carmen Miranda: Bananas Is My Business
This fascinating film tells the story of the 1940’s superstar Carmen Miranda’s transformation from Brazilian singer to Hollywood’s first Latina star, and explores the complex factors behind the image and life of the “Tutti-Frutti Woman.” Directed by Helena Solberg, 1994, 91 minutes.
U-SU Theater
Call the Cross Cultural Centers at (323) 343-5001 for more information.
Thursday, November 12, 2009 6:15PM
Let’s Zumba!
CSI is bringing Zumba back! This Dance to Wellness sensation swept across the campus last spring. Zumba provides a high energy, intense aerobic workout to fun, upbeat Latin music. Sign ups are available at 6:00pm on the day of each class on a first-come, first-serve basis. Students under the age of 18 are required to fill out a consent form in advance; however, this does not guarantee a spot in the class.
Xtreme Fitness, U-SU
Call the Center for Student Involvement at (323) 343-5110 for more information.
Thursday, November 12, 2009 6:30PM
Fall 2009 Design Speaker
Kim Baer, is principal of Los Angeles-based design studio KBDA, which she founded in 1982. The firm’s client list ranges from nonprofit organizations, such as the Prostate Cancer Foundation, UCLA, and Chamber Music Los Angeles, to consumer-oriented companies, such as Nike, Nissan, and Hilton Hotels. The GAUGE Speaker Series brings design industry professionals to campus to stimulate discussion, inspire excellence and build community among the design students, alumni, faculty and staff of Cal State L.A.
Music Hall
Call CSULA Art Department at (323) 343-4010 for more information.
Thursday, November 12, 2009 7:30PM - 9:00PM
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