Thursday, March 9
Table Talk Lunch Series Noon, Kay Spiritual Center Lounge. "Is Global Poverty Inevitable?"
Speakers include Richard Newfarmer, senior economist, World Bank; and John Cavanagh, executive director, Institute for Policy Studies. Free lunch provided for students; faculty and staff are asked to make a $5 donation. RSVP required. For more information, contact 885-3321.
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions Noon-1:30 p.m., WCL, room 603.
Panelists will discuss the difference between criminal convictions under state law and immigration law, which bases the consequences for criminal convictions on federal code. For more information, contact 274-4075.
Women's Rights and Access to Justice in the Americas 6:30-9:00 p.m., WCL.
The event will celebrate the launch of Mas Alla del Derecho, a new book edited by the Network of Latin American Scholars (Red ALAS) exploring gender, sexuality, and the law. Sponsored by the Women and International Law Program. Contact 274-4075 for more information.
Friday, March 10
"Invisible Children and Jimmie Briggs: Screening and Discussion on Child Soldiers" 3:00-6:00 p.m., Ward 2.
The event, sponsored by the International Peace and Conflict Resolution program, will feature speakers on nonviolent resistance. For more information, contact peace@american.edu. Wednesday, March 22
Gender, National Identities, and Women Organizing in Conflict 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Hughes Formal Lounge. Contact Julie Mertus at mertus@american.edu for more information. Women and Politics Institute Brown Bag Lunch Series 12:00 p.m.-1 p.m., Ward 300. Contact 885-2903 for more information.
Economics Department Seminar Series 12:10-1:15 p.m., Roper Hall, room 101. For more information, contact 885-3770.
