Thursday, Sept. 28
Library Workshop: Choosing Topics and Identifying Sources 4 p.m., Bender Library reference desk
This workshop provides an introduction and refresher about basic elements of the research process. For more information, contact (202) 885-3238.
Library Workshop: Introduction to Consortium Loan Service and Interlibrary Loan 5 p.m., Bender Library reference desk
Learn how to submit electronic requests for books, journal articles, CDs, DVDs and more from other U.S. and international libraries. Also learn how to track and renew requested items using your MyALADIN and ILL accounts. For more information, contact (202) 885-3238.
Library Workshop: Thesis and Dissertation Workshop 5:30 p.m., Bender Library, room 306
This workshop provides guidance to graduate students on formatting theses and dissertations according to the university's procedures. For more information, contact (202) 885-3238.
Friday, Sept. 29
"The Responsibility to Protect: The Case of Sudan" 9 a.m.-5 p.m., WCL, room 603
Panelists will discuss prospects for a comprehensive and sustainable peace in Sudan and the need to expand the peacekeeping mandate in the region to fulfill the "Responsibility to Protect." Lunch will be served. R.S.V.P. required. For more information, contact Hadar Harris at (202) 274-4180.
"PERF 101" Through Sept. 30 8 p.m., Greenberg Theatre
Enjoy the department of performing arts' showcase of new student talent. Written and directed by Caleen Sinnette Jennings. Tickets are $5. For more information, contact the department at (202) 885-3420.
Saturday, Sept. 30
Translation Seminar 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Butler Board Room
Sessions sponsored by the department of language and foreign studies and the National Capitol Area American Translators Association will include how to break into the profession, what makes a good translator and relations between translator and client or employer. For more information, contact Jack Child at (202) 885-2385.
"Teaching English Around the World: Objectives, Opportunities and Obstacles in EFL" 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., SIS Lounge
Presented by the AU TESOL alumni association, this event will feature Lyn Wright Fogle, who served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Ukraine, and Caralyn Bushey, who recently returned from Russia where she taught English at Moscow State University. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. R.S.V.P. required. Free for AU TESOL alumni association members, $15 for all others. For more information, contact (202) 885-2582.
Monday, Oct. 2
"Rankism and a Dignitarian Society" 3:35-4:50 p.m., McDowell Formal Lounge
Robert Fuller, author of "All Rise: Somebodies, Nobodies, and the Politics of Dignity" and former president of Oberlin College, will speak. Lecture is sponsored by the department of philosophy and religion. For more information, contact Shelley Harshe at (202) 885-2925.
Tuesday, Oct. 3
Town Hall Meeting: Development of the Next Two-Year Budget 1-2 p.m., Mary Graydon Center, rooms 4 and 5
Join University Budget Committee co-chairs Ivy Broder and Don Myers to discuss the development of the next university two-year budget for fiscal years 2008 and 2009. For more information, contact Melanie Ringle at mringle@american.edu.
"Fair Processes and Efficient Markets: The Goals of Antitrust in a Global Trading Environment" 5-7 p.m., WCL, room 603
Speakers include Deborah Platt Majoras, chairwoman of the Federal Trade Commission; Joseph Seon Hur, secretary general of the Korea Fair Trade Commission; and R. Shymam Khemani, adviser of competition policy at the World Bank Group. Registration fee, including dinner, is $50. For more information, contact (202) 274-4075.
Human Rights Film Series: "Amanda!" Also Oct. 5 6 and 8 p.m., WCL, room 603
This screening is part of the seventh annual Human Rights Film Series, which explores ways in which film and media can be used to promote and protect human rights. Light refreshments will be served and the screening will be followed by a discussion. For more information, contact (202) 274-4180.
Screening: "An Inconvenient Truth" 7 p.m., Wechsler Theatre
Former vice president Al Gore's fervent crusade to halt global warming's deadly progress is captured in this passionate and inspirational documentary. The screening is sponsored by Filmmakers for Conservation, the Center for Environmental Filmmaking and AU Hillel. Admission is free for students and $3-$5 for all others. For more information, contact Chris Palmer at (202) 885-3408.
"Cuba After Fidel" 7:30 p.m., Abramson Family Recital Hall, Katzen Arts Center
The SHAPE Carmen Group's Policy Forum features Robert Pastor, vice president of international affairs at AU; Philip Peters, vice president of the Lexington Institute; and Silvia Wilhelm, executive director of the Cuban American Commission for Family Rights. SPA Dean William LeoGrande will moderate the discussion. Reception to follow in the Kreeger Hall lobby; R.S.V.P. required by Sept. 29. For more information, contact Heather Buckner at (202) 885-2661.
