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THIS WEEK AT BRANDEIS
Student Union Announcements for October 12, 2008
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View and submit online: http://union.brandeis.edu/announcements/
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Things to Know...
A1. Summer Fellowships in Israel/West Bank and US/Mexico
A2. STAR (Students Talking About Relationships)
A3. Battle of the Bands
A4. Apply to ImpactAliyah!
Stuff to Do...
B1. Hate Crime Awareness Day in Remembrance of Matthew Shepard
B2. Stretch and Strength
B3. Brandeis Chapter of the League of Women Voters - Initial Mee
B4. The Executioners--First Meeting
B5. Waltham Group Blood Drive!
B6. Documentary Screening: 'Black, blanc, beur'
B7. Race, Politics and Election 2008
B8. Indian Concert, Shuba Mudgal
B9. Meet the English Majors
B10. Stretch and Strength
B11. Spotlight Forum: Blacks, Jews, and Obama
B12. Photo Club Scavenger Hunt
B13. Hispanic Heritage Month MAIN EVENT!!
B14. Palestinian Cultural Coffeehouse and Dinner
B15. Spring Show Choreographer Auditions
B16. Archon Yearbook Club Photos
B17. Jamnesty! A benefit concert for human rights
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A1. Summer Fellowships in Israel/West Bank and US/Mexico
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Students Crossing Boundaries is a diverse group of student leaders who
have come together to empower each other and other students to explore
realities of various conflicts, observe the social, cultural, economic
and political conditions of the conflict and document and disseminate
their experiences to the public. SCB is a student-run organization
founded in 2007 after former President Jimmy Carter's visit to Brandeis
where he encouraged students to travel to Israel and the Palestinian
territories to witness the conflict first-hand. In February of 2008,
SCB organized for eleven students to travel to Israel and the West
Bank.
This year we are offering two separate year-long fellowship programs
which includes a paid summer internship. The two locations include
Israel/West Bank (sponsored by former US President Jimmy Carter) and
US/Mexico. We are currently accepting applications online at
studentscrossingboundaries.com until 5 pm EST, Tuesday, October 28,
2008.
Contact: Justin J. Kang <jkang -AT- brandeis.edu>
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A2. STAR (Students Talking About Relationships)
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Need someone to listen? STAR offers a safe, confidential environment
with trained peer-counselors. Come stop by our weekly office hours,
2-4 and 7-10 Sunday through Thursday. We will be closed on tuesday for
the holiday.
Contact: Rachel S. Sawicki <rss07 -AT- brandeis.edu>
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A3. Battle of the Bands
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In a band? Want a gig on campus so you can show Brandeis what you've
got??
If so, you are invited to audition to play at Student Event's Battle of
the Bands! We are looking for all sizes and styles of bands. The
winning group will receive a Student Events organized, fully
publicized and staffed concert next semester! If you or someone you
know are interested in participating simply email Mollie Warshaw at
mwarshaw@brandeis.edu for more information!!
Contact: Mollie A. Warshaw <mwarshaw -AT- brandeis.edu>
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A4. Apply to ImpactAliyah!
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Interested in Aliyah/moving to Israel? ImpactAliyah is organizing a
pilot trip to Israel from December 24th-January 5th this winter break!
Explore your educational and professional options, build connections,
learn how you can make a difference in Israel, and much more! Apply at
www.impactaliyah.com. Priority deadline ends October 12th, and our
final deadline is Sunday October 26th. Scholarship preferences go to
those that apply first.
Contact: Jacqueline L. Rothschild <jacq509 -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B1. Hate Crime Awareness Day in Remembrance of Matthew Shepard
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October 13, 2008 - 06:00PM Great Lawn
Hate Crime Awareness Day in remembrance of Matthew Shepard and the many
others who have experienced hate crimes on our campus and elsewhere.
Meet on the Great Lawn at 6pm:
6-7:00 Candle Light Vigil starting at the great lawn
7-9 Showing of the Laramie Project in the Trisk lounge in Shapiro
Campus Center, 3rd floor room 328. Discussion to follow.
We are still looking into what kind of food we can provide, but be sure
that we are trying!
Contact: Elisette I. Weiss <elisette -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B2. Stretch and Strength
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October 13, 2008 - 06:30PM Gosman - Club Sports Room
Come work on strengthening exercises, stretching, and dancing with
Adagio on MONDAY from 6:30 to 7:30 in the CLUB SPORTS ROOM
in GOSMAN.
This class is OPEN TO EVERYONE and is great for staying in shape!
Contact: Anna Kharaz <kharaz -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B3. Brandeis Chapter of the League of Women Voters - Initial Mee
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October 13, 2008 - 08:00PM Castle Commons
Come to the first brainstorming meeting for the creation of a Brandeis
chapter of the League of Women Voters. The League of Women Voters, a
nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active
participation in government, works to increase understanding of major
public policy issues, and influences public policy through education
and advocacy. The president of the local Waltham chapter of the League
will be in attendance at this meeting. All are welcome to come and
participate in helping create this new club that will allow Brandeis
students to get involved with the local Waltham community through
politics and pertinent issues.
Contact: Rebecca S. Sniderman <rsnider -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B4. The Executioners--First Meeting
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October 14, 2008 - 03:00PM Airplane Lounge
Newly chartered club with the purpose of increasing school spirit
Contact: Joshua S. Mandell <jman -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B5. Waltham Group Blood Drive!
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October 15, 2008 - 11:00AM Sherman Function Hall
Did you know that less than 38% of the U.S. population is eligible to
donate blood???
Are you one of those fortuitous few?
Donate Blood to the American Red Cross at the Waltham Group Blood
Drive!
Look for tables in Sherman and Usdan during lunch where you can sign up
for an appointment!
Sherman Function Hall
Wednesday, October 15th 11am-5pm
Thursday, October 16th 12pm- 6pm
*Snacks and T-shirts to be provided*
Contact: Faith L. Brigham <fbrigham -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B6. Documentary Screening: 'Black, blanc, beur'
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October 15, 2008 - 04:00PM Shiffman 219
Prof. Johann Sadock of MIT will screen his documentary about social
issues among the multiracial, religiously diverse banlieues (suburbs)
of Paris. Sadock will talk about the film and answer questions
afterwards. Brought to you by your French UDRs.
Contact: Andrea D. Fineman <afineman -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B7. Race, Politics and Election 2008
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October 15, 2008 - 06:00PM Carl J. Shapiro Theater
Join us as we explore the presidential election through ethnic politics.
With the first black president running and a growing Latino population,
will ethnicity/race be a factor in this election? If so, by how much?
Can we count African Americans to be in Obama's camp? Are Latinos
leaning Democratic?
With Special Guest Speakers: Brandeis Professor Mingus Mapps and
Columbia Professor Rodolfo O. de la Garza
Hosted by AHORA! as part of Hispanic Heritage Month 2008!
Contact: Meredyth Gonzalez <meres -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B8. Indian Concert, Shuba Mudgal
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October 16, 2008 - 04:00PM Shapiro Atrium
This Thursday on October 16th, MusicUnitesUs is bringing the famous
INDIAN musician Shuba Mudgal and the Brandeis Community together. Shuba
Mudgal will be giving a FREE concert in the Shapiro Atrium. All Brandeis
students are welcome to join this unique cultural experience between 4
PM-5 PM. There will also be HENNA ARTISTS who will be painting henna on
students who wish to get them. It will be LOTS OF FUN! Hope to see
everyone there!
Contact: Polin A. Abuaf <polin -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B9. Meet the English Majors
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October 23, 2008 - 06:00PM Perlman Hall
Come meet the English majors, mingle with professors, listen to a panel
of graduate students and professors, and enjoy FREE FOOD.
Perfect for those still deciding what to major in, those already
decided, and all others!
Contact: Yael Zbolon <yzbolon -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B10. Stretch and Strength
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October 16, 2008 - 06:30PM Gosman - Club Sports Room
Come work on strengthening exercises, stretching, and dancing with
Adagio on THURSDAY from 6:30 to 7:30 in the CLUB SPORTS ROOM
in GOSMAN.
This class is OPEN TO EVERYONE and is great for staying in shape!
Contact: Anna Kharaz <kharaz -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B11. Spotlight Forum: Blacks, Jews, and Obama
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October 16, 2008 - 07:00PM Rapaporte Treasure Hall, Library
``Blacks, Jews and Obama,’’ a look at the up-and-down history of the
black-Jewish relationship and prospects for future relations in the
context of the first serious black candidacy for the Presidency.
It will be moderated by Professor Sundiata, and feature panelists:
Professor Peniel, Jonathan Kaufman (the WSJ), and Prof. Randall Kennedy
(Harvard U). The forum will be from 7 - 8:30 on Thursday, the 16th in
Rapaporte Treasure Hall.
Contact: Jason E. Gray <jgray -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B12. Photo Club Scavenger Hunt
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October 18, 2008 - 02:00PM Shapiro Campus Center Atrium
Photography Club's first event of the year! We will provide cameras.
No experience necessary. It's open to everyone! Prizes for the
winning team!!!
Contact: Jessica V. Schaengold <jschaen -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B13. Hispanic Heritage Month MAIN EVENT!!
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October 18, 2008 - 06:30PM Shapiro Theater
Join AHORA! for their Hispanic Heritage Month MAIN EVENT! This is the
culmination of a month long celebration of Latino culture. A showcase
of Latino dancing, singing, acting, spoken word, and much more
talent!So come out and enjoy a great show followed by dinner afterward
in the Shapiro Atrium! Tell your friends!!!
Flag Show of the Latin American countries
Spoken Word by Zamira Castro
Performance by Voices of Soul
Live Rock band performance
Dancing by Boston group Essencia Latina
and much, much more!!!
Contact: Tia L. Chatterjee <tiac2009 -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B14. Palestinian Cultural Coffeehouse and Dinner
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October 18, 2008 - 06:30PM Chums
After a free delicious traditional Palestinian dinner, a program of
music (Brandeis' own Mochila), poetry, theater and spoken word will
begin to articulate aspects of the Palestinian experience. Some of the
expressions will include the community and begin to approach difficult
topics such as discrimination, racism, incarceration and oppression.
Come to eat, engage in dialogue, and add to a warm Middle Eastern
atmosphere.
Contact: Aaron P. Taylor <aptaylor -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B15. Spring Show Choreographer Auditions
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October 19, 2008 - 01:00PM Gosman - Club Sports Room
Come and make your mark on Brandeis' biggest annual dance show! Adagio
is looking for choreographers to contribute their creative visions to
our show this year! We accept ALL genres, and choreographers of all
levels of experience. To audition, come prepared with:
a) your music
b) 1 minute of choreography to perform
c) costume ideas
d) anything else that would help us understand your dance!
All choreographers will receive mentors to help them throughout the
rehearsal process. To register for an audition time slot, make sure to
sign your name up on the list on the Adagio Board in Lower Usdan. We
can't wait to see what you've got!
questions? email adagio@brandeis.edu
Contact: Anna Kharaz <kharaz -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B16. Archon Yearbook Club Photos
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October 20, 2008 - 07:00PM Shaprio Campus Center Atrium
Club Leaders, please sign up to have your club photo taken. The photos
will be taken on October 20, 21 and 22 in the Shapiro Campus Center
Atrium from 7-10pm. To sign up please go to the website
www.ouryear.com and enter the school code 9240. Having a photo taken
on one of these days is the only way to guarantee that your club will
be featured in the 2009 Archon Yearbook.
Contact: Jenny M. Edelman <jedelman -AT- brandeis.edu>
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B17. Jamnesty! A benefit concert for human rights
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October 18, 2008 - 02:00PM Levin Ballroom
Brandeis Amnesty International will be holding a rollicking musical
event to raise money and awareness for international child soldiers.
STAND, Positive Foundations, Students for a Sensible Drug Policy, The
Vegan Club, Students Against the Judge Rotenberg Center, and other
clubs will represent other relevant human rights issues. Music will
include various campus bands and special guest, bluegrass group The
Verbs! Come to dance, socialize, eat, and support/learn about child
soldiers.
Contact: Liza J. Behrendt <lizaveta -AT- brandeis.edu>
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