Thursday, Feb. 15
"A World on the Move: Legal Perspectives on a New Era of International Migration" 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Washington College of Law, room 603 The program will examine the multidimensional aspects of international migration, particularly the international protection of refugees and displaced persons, the economic implications of international migration and the linkage between state sovereignty, security and international migration. For more information, contact (202) 274-4075.
Celebrating Scholarship 3 p.m. Bender Library, archives reading room This program, sponsored by the AU Library and Friends of the AU Library, will honor the work of three faculty authors: Jonathan Loesberg of the literature department in the College of Arts and Sciences; Iris Krasnow of the Washington Semester Program; and Leonard Steinhorn of the School of Communication. For more information, contact Carolyn Ramsden at (202) 885-3233.
Peace Corps Information Session 5-6:30 p.m. Mary Graydon Center, room 200 For more information, contact the Career Center at (202) 885-1800.
Dissertation and Thesis Workshop 5:30 p.m. Bender Library, room 306 Working on your thesis or dissertation? This workshop provides guidance to graduate students on formatting theses and dissertations according to the university's procedures for the preparation of manuscripts. For more information, contact (202) 885-3238.
"The Power of Remembering: The Continuing Importance of Black History Month" 6:30 p.m. Katzen Arts Center, Abramson Family Recital Hall Lecturer Lonnie Bunch, CAS/BA '74, CAS/MA '76, is the founding director of the newly chartered National Museum of African American History and Culture to be opened on the National Mall. The event is part of College of Arts and Science's Bishop C.C. McCabe Lecture Series. For more information, contact (202) 885-2446.
"I Hate Hamlet" 8 p.m. Greenberg Theatre. Through Feb. 24 A TV star reluctantly agrees to play Hamlet in New York's Shakespeare in the Park. The ghost of John Barrymore prepares him to play the role of a lifetime in this comedy by Paul Rudnick. Directed by Carl Menninger. Tickets cost $5 to $15. For more information, contact (202) 885-2587.
Friday, Feb. 16
"A North American Legal System" 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. WCL, room 603 This conference will explore North American legal harmonization. For more information, contact (202) 274-4075.
Saturday, Feb. 17
TESOL Workshop: "Principles and Practices of Teaching Pronunciation" 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Mary Graydon Center, rooms 4-5 The workshop, led by Brock Brady and Karen Taylor, offers an introduction to the essential principles and many practical activities for teaching pronunciation. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Registration is $20. For more information, contact Emma or Marina at (202) 885-2582.
Artists Reception 6-9 p.m. Katzen Arts Center, AU Museum Celebrate the openings of current exhibitions. Event includes gallery talks with Robert Brady and Stanley Lewis. For more information, contact (202) 885-1300.
"Hamlet" 8 p.m. Greenberg Theatre. Through Feb. 24 The most famous play in the English language, Shakespeare's tale explores the ambiguities of revenge, justice and truth. This production will also challenge expectations and assumptions of gender. Tickets cost $5 to $15. For more information, contact (202) 885-2587.
Sunday, Feb. 18
John Richardson's Sunday Dinner 8 p.m. Anderson Hall, first floor lounge Enjoy curry prepared by faculty in residence John Richardson. Sign up on the faculty resident board in the Anderson Hall front entrance. For more information, contact Althea Mickiewicz at (202) 885-2117.
Tuesday, Feb. 20
Academic Support Center Workshop: "Overcoming Procrastination" 5:30-7 p.m. Mary Graydon Center, room 205 Learn to overcome procrastination. No registration is required. For more information, contact (202) 885-3360.
Wednesday, Feb. 21
Academic Support Center Workshop: "Quoting Correctly to Avoid Plagiarism" 12:45-2 p.m. Mary Graydon Center, room 205 Discuss the differences between quotations, summaries and paraphrases. Also learn when and how to use citations correctly. No registration is required. For more information, contact (202) 885-3360.
