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Saturday, November 14, 2009 - Saturday, November 21, 2009
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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.
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.
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
San Bernardino Freeway (I-10) Restoration
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close portions of I-10 for pavement work. One lane will remain open to traffic at all times; no two consecutive ramps will be closed at the same time.
http://www.calstatela.edu/univ/ppa/newsrel/DOT-10closures.pdf
Call Caltrans Public Affairs at (213) 897-3656 for more information.
Friday, November 13, 2009 - Monday, November 16, 2009
Graduate Thesis Exhibition: “Investigations in Absurdity” and “It’s Your Turn”
Bill Faecke’s “Investigations in Absurdity” produces large ink drawings on raw canvas. Therein, reproductions of found etchings and renderings collide with mark-making that harnesses the intense and often manic energy of his video performances.
Howard Schneider’s It’s Your Turn” is a three-dimensional, physically interactive installation. Viewers are encouraged to be involved with the art itself in order to complete the viewer experience.
Fine Arts Gallery, Fine Arts Building
Gallery hours: Mon.-Thu. and Sat., noon-5 p.m.
Call CSULA Fine Arts Gallery at (323) 343-4040 for more information.
Saturday, November 14, 2009 - Saturday, November 28, 2009 - Opening reception: Sat., Nov. 14, 6-9 p.m.
Golden Eagles Volleyball
Cal State L.A. vs. Chico State
http://www.csulaathletics.com
Eagles Nest Gym
Call the Intercollegiate Athletics office at (323) 343-3080 for more information.
Saturday, November 14, 2009 7:00PM
North Chicago Dance Company
Dedicated to the creative advancement, presentation and preservation of jazz-based contemporary dance, River North Chicago Dance Company is an established leader in American dance with a dynamic company and repertoire. This season, the Company celebrates their 20th anniversary.
http://www.luckmanarts.org
Luckman Theatre
Call the Luckman Box Office at (323) 343-6600 for more information.
Saturday, November 14, 2009 8:00PM
Don’t Get Smashed!
We all know drinking and driving is illegal but some people take the risk and drive under the influence. Experience the crashed car exhibit provided by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) of Los Angeles. Increase your awareness of the dangers of drinking and driving.
U-SU Plaza
Call the Center for Student Involvement at (323) 343-5110 for more information.
Monday, November 16, 2009 - Friday, November 20, 2009
International Education Week
Nov. 16: IPS Open House: 12-4 p.m., Student Affairs 115
Nov. 17: Multicultural Dance Performance, U-SU Theatre
Nov. 18: “Breaking (Study Abroad) Barriers,” 6-8 p.m., Student Housing Lounge II
Nov. 19: Flamenco Performance, 12-1 p.m., U-SU Theatre
http://www.calstatela.edu/ips
Call CSULA International Programs and Services at (323) 343-3170 for more information.
Monday, November 16, 2009 - Thursday, November 19, 2009
Stress & Relaxation Workshop
Need to relax? Learn what makes you stress, warning signs of stress, and ways to handle stress! An interactive relaxation activity is also included. There is only room for 30 students, so please arrive early.
Student Health Center
Call the SHC Counseling Center at (323) 323-3314 for more information.
Monday, November 16, 2009 3:15PM - 4:10PM
Chemistry and Biochemistry Seminar
Professor Jacquelyn Gervay-Hague (UC Davis): "The Synthesis of Bioactive Glycolipids for Immune Modulation."
Physical Sciences 306
Call the CSULA Chemistry & Biochemistry Dept. at (323) 343-2300 for more information.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 12:00PM
NSS College Expo
Come out for the College of Natural and Social Sciences Expo where faculty will be presenting their current research and past projects in the field. Learn to connect with your professors and how to participate in offered labs and internships. The expo also features informative workshops held by the NSS faculty and an interactive discussion with the College Deans.
King Hall Walkway
Call the Associated Students, Inc. at (323) 343-4780 for more information.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 12:30PM
Introduction to Time Management Presentation
Attending college is a busy and hectic time for many students that can create problems. Some of these problems include feelings of not having enough time and being overwhelmed, procrastinating, and feelings of anxiety. This presentation will offer suggestions for coping with these problems. Handouts will be provided.
Library Palmer Wing, room 1039
Call the University Tutorial Center at (323) 343-3971 for more information.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 12:30PM - 2:00PM
New Employee Safety Orientation
Please pre-register. (To schedule for an individual class session, please contact the Risk Management and Environmental, Health & Safety office no later than two days prior to the desired training session.)
Admin. 313
Call the Environmental Health and Safety office at (323) 343-3549 for more information.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Take Control of Your Interview
Learn how preparation and practice can help you land the job.
Career Center
Call the Career Development Center at (323) 343-3237 for more information.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 3:00PM - 4:00PM
Sisterhood Circle
This quarter, Sisterhood Circle focuses its weekly discussions around the powerful novel Push by Sapphire, which follows a young woman who is struggling with issues of identity, domestic violence, and teenage pregnancy in Harlem. After the final discussion in November, participants may attend a screening of the film Precious (based on this novel), directed by Lee Daniels, at a local theater. Space is limited for these discussions.
Alhambra Room, U-SU
Call the Cross Cultural Centers at (323) 343-5001 for more information.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 3:15PM
Geography Career Day and Open House
Come to see where the jobs are in Geosciences. This is a great opportunity for you to meet with representatives from federal and state government agencies, cities, JPL, map makers, and other private companies in the Los Angeles area. You can also learn about the great training programs in GIS, remote sensing, and spatial analysis offered by the Department.
King Hall D4044
Call the CSULA Geography and Urban Analysis Department at (323) 343-2220 for more information.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 4:00PM - 7:00PM
Kwanzaa Workshop
Kwanzaa is a week-long holiday celebrated in the United States honoring African heritage, culture, and principles. Join us for an interactive workshop, where you can learn the history of the holiday and explore ways to celebrate in your household.
Los Angeles Room, U-SU
Call the Cross Cultural Centers at (323) 343-5001 for more information.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 6:00PM
Introduction to Note-Taking Presentation
Taking notes from lectures presents many challenges for college students. Some of the challenges students may face include not having an organized system for taking notes, not being able to keep up with the instructor, not knowing what to write down, and not having an effective and efficient means to study the lecture notes. This presentation will offer some suggestions for meeting these challenges. Handouts will be provided.
Library Palmer Wing, room 1039
Call the University Tutorial Center at (323) 343-3971 for more information.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 11:00AM - 12:30PM
“I Can Handle My Liquor.”: Take The Dui Goggles Challenge To Learn The Truth.
One of the problems with alcohol is it impairs judgment. You may think your body can handle alcohol without any effects. You’re wrong. Slip on the DUI Goggles and try out the challenge course. This experience will show you that getting into a car with an intoxicated driver is one trip you should never take. Be sure to visit the information tables to pick up resources on how to keep your friends and family safe while they celebrate this holiday season.
U-SU Plaza
Call the Center for Student Involvement at (323) 343-5110 for more information.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 11:00AM - 2:00PM
S.T.A.R.S. Mentor & Mentee Quarterly Meeting
Current mentors and mentees! Come together for our quarterly meeting to socialize and share your thoughts and experiences with the S.T.A.R.S. Mentor Program.
Los Angeles Room, U-SU
Call the Cross Cultural Centers at (323) 343-5001 for more information.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 3:15PM
How to Apply to Graduate School
Explore the benefits of graduate school and the steps for successful application.
Career Center
Call the Career Development Center at (323) 343-3237 for more information.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 4:00PM - 5:30PM
Tips for the University
TIPS for the University is a fun, interactive alcohol awareness program that teaches students how to intervene when their friends are drinking too much or headed for trouble due to alcohol. Come learn the skills to help decrease the number of alcohol-related incidents on our campus. Healthy snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be served.
Student Health Center, room 215
Call the Center for Student Involvement at (323) 343-5110 for more information.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 4:30PM - 7:00PM
New Technologies, New Media, And Knowledge: A Roundtable Discussion
Join us as award-winning journalists, bloggers, and scholars discuss how new media and technologies affect the ways that we generate and disseminate knowledge about ourselves as well as local and global communities.
Los Angeles Room, U-SU
Call the Cross Cultural Centers at (323) 343-5001 for more information.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 6:00PM
"The Thought of Poetry: An Evening of Latin American Poets"
Featuring Chilean poet and essayist Marcelo Pellegrini; Cuban author Alexis Romay; and Cuban permformance artist and poet Nestor Diaz de Villegas. (A corresponding workshop on poetry in Spanish will be held Thursday, Nov. 19, from 4 to 6 p.m., in the University-Student Union’s San Gabriel Room.)
U-SU Theatre
Call CSULA Professor Pablo Baler at (323) 343-4243 for more information.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 6:00PM - 8:00PM
"New Media, New Technologies, and Knowledge"
Join renowned bloggers, journalists, and scholars as we discuss the implications of how we generate and disseminate knowledge in the 21st century. Panelists include Jon Beaupre, Communication Studies, CSULA, and Radio Host; Madeleine Brand, Broadcast Journalist;
Megan Garvey, L.A. Times and Co-founder, Mapping LA Project; Raquel Hunter, Blogger, Mama’s Health; and Kavita Philip, New Technologies Theory and Women’s Studies, UC Irvine. Moderator: Patrick Sharp, Liberal Studies, CSULA.
Los Angeles Room, U-SU
Call CSULA American Communities Program at (323) 343-5823 for more information.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Investment Committee of The CSULA Foundation
Organized by the Office of the Vice President for Institutional Advancement.
Administration Conference Room 815
Call Institutional Advancement at (323) 343-3060 for more information.
Thursday, November 19, 2009 9:30AM
Picture It
Can you capture the spirit of what Thanksgiving means to you in a picture or two? Picture It is your chance to express what it means to be thankful during this holiday season through photography. All photos must be submitted by Nov. 16 at 5 p.m.
U-SU Lobby
Call the Center for Student Involvement at (323) 343-5110 for more information.
Thursday, November 19, 2009 10:00AM - 2:00PM
The Great American Smokeout
Are you thinking about quitting smoking? Come to the Great American Smokeout table and get information about setting a quit date and identifying your triggers. If you are a non-smoker, learn how to encourage a friend or family member to quit smoking. Free quit kits will be available.
Main Walkway (outside the Student Health Center)
Call the Student Health Center at (323) 343-3301 for more information.
Thursday, November 19, 2009 11:00AM - 2:00PM
Introduction to Test-Taking Presentation
Preparing for and taking tests is an anxiety-producing experience for many college students that may result in lower than expected grades. Being an effective test-taker involves more than just knowing the subject matter; being an effective test-taker involves knowing and applying test-taking skills. This presentation will offer some suggestions for reducing this anxiety through learning effective test-taking skills. Handouts will be provided.
Library Palmer Wing, room 1039
Call the University Tutorial Center at (323) 343-3971 for more information.
Thursday, November 19, 2009 2:30PM - 4:00PM
University Council of Clubs & Orgs: Open Forum
Clubs and organizations – have your voices heard! Join A.S.I. for an exchange of information and ideas with encouraged community interaction facilitated by your own CSULA student government. Clubs and Organizations who send a representative will receive additional black and white and color copies. Complimentary food and beverages provided.
Board Room, U-SU
Call the Associated Students, Inc. at (323) 343-4780 for more information.
Thursday, November 19, 2009 3:15PM
One Campus, One Book: "Persepolis"
One Campus, One Book discussion on graphic novels with panelists: Jaime Hernandez, Graphic novelist and author of Love and Rockets; Joe Sutliff Sanders, Graphic novelist and scholar; Lalo Alcaraz, Political cartoonist and author of La Cucaracha.
http://www.calstatela.edu/library/ocob/
Pasadena Room, U-SU
Call the University Library at (323) 343-3988 for more information.
Thursday, November 19, 2009 3:30PM - 5:00PM
"Sentado Bajo Un Arbol Caido" (Sitting Under a Fallen Tree)
Directed by Emanuel Loarca. The truth, the doubt, the fear and the tears are intertwined to seek justice 26 years after the Massacre at Rio Negro, in a court where the dead will speak. Based on a real testimony, written documents, and an episode in the Guatemala historic memory. Sponsored by Latin American Studies Program, Asociación de Estudiantes de Español, and Latin American Society.
University-Student Union Theater
(Presented in Spanish only.)
Call CSULA Professor Dionne Espinoza at (323) 343-5348 for more information.
Thursday, November 19, 2009 6:00PM - 9:00PM - Free to the public.
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 19, 2009 6:30PM
Womyn of Color Art Gallery and Café
The Art Gallery and Café recognizes the experiences of womyn of color who have made a difference in national and personal herstory.
Los Angeles Room, U-SU
Call the Cross Cultural Centers at (323) 343-5001 for more information.
Thursday, November 19, 2009 6:30PM
State Budget Closure Day
Due to state budget cuts, the entire campus will be closed today. (Services will be similar to when the campus is closed for a holiday.)
http://www.calstatela.edu/univ/hrm/emp_relations.php
Friday, November 20, 2009
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.
Friday, November 20, 2009 - Sunday, November 22, 2009
Counter Intelligence
Taking its name from Jonathan Gold’s Pulitzer Prize winning LA Weekly column, Counter Intelligence is an exhibition inspired by food. Consisting of sculpture, photography, video, and performance, artists examine the social, political, and historical origins of food as well as simply celebrating it.
http://www.luckmanarts.org
Luckman Gallery
Gallery hours: Mon.-Thu.-Sat., noon-5 p.m.
Call the Luckman Gallery at (323) 343-6604 for more information.
Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Saturday, January 23, 2010 - Opening reception: Sat., Nov. 21, 6:30 p.m.
TESOL Los Angeles Regional Conference 2009
Theme: "Practical Solutions for Challenging Times."
Featured Speakers: Candace Lynch-Thompson, Adult Education; Lynn Diaz-Rico, K-12 Education; and Donna Brinton, College/University Education.
http://www.calstatela.edu/dept/tesol/index.htm
CSULA campus
Call CSULA TESOL Program at (323) 343-4330 for more information.
Saturday, November 21, 2009 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Larry Harlow Salsa Suite Concert
The Saturday gala concert includes an array of renowned performers joining special honoree Larry Harlow for the first-ever live performance of his highly-regarded “Salsa Suite.”
Luckman Theatre
Call the Luckman Box Office at (323) 343-6600 for more information.
Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Saturday, November 21, 2009 8:00PM
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