| Saturday, November 10
GANDHIAN MARKETPLACE Go Back to Schedule List
6-8pm | Marymount Institute (3002 University Hall)
An exhibit of the Gandhian tradition and culture, emphasizing Gandhi’s commitment to non-violence. Showing videos and other art exhibiting harmony and peace within human cultures. ALOKE DASGUPTA, NORTH INDIAN CLASSICAL MUSIC FOR SITAR, TABLA AND TAMBURA Go Back to Schedule List
8pm | Marymount Institute (3002 University Hall)
A concert of South Asian classical music for sitar, tabla and tambura. This music will be performed by Alok Dasgupta, virtuoso of the sarod, a plucked lute somewhat akin to the sitar. Tradition passed through word of mouth and through heredity guild. A toned music of complexity only second to western classical tradition in terms of publicity during the 1960’s which was promoted by George Harrison of the Beatles. Monday, November 12
ETIQUETTE DINNER: The Global Experience -France Go Back to Schedule List
6:00 - 8:30pm | The Hill-4th Floor Malone
Become comfortable interviewing over a 4 course meal and learn basic formal and international dining etiquette. For ticket information, please call the Career Development Services at 310.338.2884. LION PRIDE WORLDWIDE: MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. ARKANSAS-LITTLE ROCK Go Back to Schedule List
7pm | Gersten Pavillion
Join us as we celebrate the LMU Men’s Basketball home opener vs. Arkansas-Little Rock, and support all of LMU’s international student athletes who will be recognized before the game. ZUMBA FITNESS CLASS Go Back to Schedule List
7:30 - 8:30pm | Burns Recreation Center, Studio 1 (Every Monday in November)
A fusion of Latin and International music - dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Appropriate for all fitness levels! For more info, please contact Campus Recreation at 310/338.4430. OPEN MIC NIGHT/COFFEE TASTING Go Back to Schedule List
9pm | The Living Room
Open forum for expression: music, poetry, dance, etc.; For more info, please contact Campus Recreation at 310.338.6249. Tuesday, November 13
STUDY ABROAD INTERNATIONAL MARKETPLACE Go Back to Schedule List
Convo Hour | Alumni Mall
International marketplace venue where the community can purchase global gifts and learn about upcoming study abroad programs from the directors. HUNGER BANQUET: A Taste of World Hunger Go Back to Schedule List
5:00 - 7:00 pm | St. Robert’s Auditorium
The Center for Service and Action will host a powerful and interactive dinner simulating the unequal distribution of resources and wealth in the world. Tickets are available for $2 in CSA (Malone 360), or at Convo Hour Tables on 11/6, 8 12 & 13, or at the door. JOIN AMNESTY’S HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS CAMPAIGN Go Back to Schedule List
7:00 - 9:00 pm | Huesman Lounge
Join Amnesty International in making Holiday Action Cards to send to Prisoners of Conscience around the world who are facing injustice everyday. Holiday Action Cards bring hope and encouragement to POCs who feel that they have been forgotten. Hot chocolate and cookies will be provided. Wednesday, November 14
CULTURAL CASINO NIGHT (Canceled) Go Back to Schedule List
7pm – 10pm | St. Robert’s Auditorium
A night of good food, good music, good games and great company. Amnesty International and EIS Peer Mentors invite you to a Black & White themed Cultural Casino Night. Learn about what games other cultures play and have a chance winning a shuffle! CAPOEIRA MASTER CLASS Go Back to Schedule List
8:30 – 10:00 pm | Burns Recreation Center, Studio I
Capoeira, a Brazilian Martical Art promotes diversity and tolerance, teaches discipline and respect for tradition, insures amazing fitness, and encourages investment in culture. Capoeira incorporates movement, music, and spirituality and is known for leg and foot attacks. This introductory class will be free and open to all students, faculty, and staff. All levels of fitness welcome. POETRY LOUNGE Go Back to Schedule List
9pm | The Living Room
Spoken word series emcee; Poetry with 2 featured poets. Room for 6 open mic poets. $5, $3 pre-sale at Convo. For more info, please contact Campus Recreation at 310.338.6249. Co-sponsored by Black Student Union. Thursday, November 15
LMU’s HYDE PARK Go Back to Schedule List
Convo Hour | Regent’s Terrace
Come experience LMU’s first ever speaker’s corner, hear our LMU community speak out about the burning issues that affect us all. APSS POWER TRIP: DAWN’S LIGHT: The Journey of Gordon Hirabayashi (Dinner & Play) Go Back to Schedule List
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm | Flagpoles | $10 to Reserve Your Spot - RSVP REQUIRED | APSS@LMU.EDU
Join APSS for an empowering field trip into Asian Pacific American-Los Angeles as we visit Little Tokyo to catch the world premiere of East West Players’ production of DAWN’S LIGHT: The Journey of Gordon Hirabayashi. DAWN’S LIGHT is a true story that takes us back to 1942 during World War II, when Japanese-Americans are forced to put their life on hold and be interned for the “good” of their country’s citizens. University of Washington student Gordon Hirabayashi agonizes over U.S. government orders. As he fights to reconcile his country's betrayal of his Constitutional beliefs refusing to evacuate and eventually being convicted of a federal crime, Gordon journeys toward a greater understanding of America’s triumphs and failures. DAWN’S LIGHT promises to be a poignant production bringing to life a true story about one’s constitutional rights in a time of crisis. Space is Limited. DOUBLE FEATURE DOCUMENTARY SCREENING:
TESTING HOPE: GRADE 12 IN THE NEW SOUTH AFRICA Go Back to Schedule List
MAASAI: A WARRIOR’S RITE OF PASSAGE
6:00pm/7:00pm | 1000 University Hall (Ahmanson Auditorium)
Testing Hope chronicles the lives of 4 young people facing their future in post apartheid South Africa.
Maasai goes deep into the African Bush to explore one of the last indigenous groups still practicing ancient rituals. Q & A with the filmmaker will follow. School of the Americas VIGIL Go Back to Schedule List
8:00 pm | O’Malley Lawn
Join Campus Ministry as we gather to remember the lives of the six Jesuit professors and their two housekeepers who were brutally murdered in San Salvador on November 16, 1989. There will be a brief candle-lit prayer service on O’Malley Lawn followed by a procession to commemorate the lives of these Jesuit professors. WHERE IN THE WORLD IS IT HAPPENING? – THANKSGIVING DINNER Go Back to Schedule List
9:00 – 11:00 pm | Huesman
Join us for an interactive diversity game and enjoy a Thanksgiving feast with friends! For more info, please contact Student Housing at 310.258.5522. Friday, November 16 IT’S FINALLY FRIDAY! (BELGIUM) Go Back to Schedule List
4:00 – 8:00pm | The Loft
Come and enjoy Belgian food and beer. Happy hour $5. Must be 21+ with LMU Student ID and passport/driver’s license.
For more info, please contact Campus Recreation at 310.338.6249. Co-sponsored by OISS. Saturday, November 17
CLAWS OUT 2 - "STEELO VS KMEL, what more could you ask for" Go Back to Schedule List
5pm-Midnight | Burns Back Court
This event is put on by B-boy Status, LMU’s premiere Hip hop/break dancing organization. B-boy Status promotes diversity, creativity and unity among all nationalities through the art form of dance. The event will feature dance crews from all over the U.S. and the world, as well as many distinguished break dancing professionals. $5 for LMU students with ID/ $15 for non-students/ $10 for non-students with canned goods which will be distributed to homeless shelters through the West Side Food Bank, just in time for Thanksgiving! AN EVENING OF MUSIC & DANCE FROM INDONESIA Go Back to Schedule List
8:00pm | Murphy Recital Hall
The LMU World Music Ensembles presents this program featuring Balinese music performed by LMU Gamelan–Kembang Atangi. Free Admission for LMU students with OneCard, General admission is $7. For ticket information, please call 310.338.7588. All Week – Visit the Lion’s Den (Malone Student Center) to try Fair Trade Coffee from Bolivia, Guatemala, Peru, and Sumatra and learn more about this important issue. Please also support
Friday, November 30
Diversity Festival - "To Celebrate Ethnic Diversity in Unity"
7:00-9:00pm | Burns Back Court
Music, dance performances, & a fashion show representing ethnic cultures present on the LMU campus. Sponsored by the Brothers of Consciousness and Isang Bansa. For more info, please call Ryan Tolan 310.242.7475. |