For more information, contact Bettina Fisher at (202) 885-2074.
Saturday, March 24
Literature Department Colloquium on Coetzee's "Disgrace" 9 a.m.-3 p.m. School of International Service Lounge A discussion of J. M. Coeztee's Nobel Prize-winning "Disgrace," a novel about post-apartheid South Africa. Professor Charles Larson will offer opening remarks, followed by student panels and discussions. Copies of the novel are for sale in the bookstore. The event is free and open to the public. Lunch is provided. R.S.V.P. is required to ecomst@american.edu. For more information, contact Richard C. Sha at rcsha@american.edu.
SOC's Reel Journalism: "Invisible Children" 3:30 p.m. Weschler Theatre There will be a Q-and-A period after the film with Betty Bigombe, Ugandan Peace Activist, Bill Gentile, photojournalist and SOC professor and Liz Magnusson and Jason Manion, student activists. Moderated by Alicia Shepard. Free admission on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, contact Bettina Fisher at (202) 885-2074.
SOC's Reel Journalism: "Blood Diamond" 7 p.m. Greenberg Theatre There will be a Q-and-A period after the film with Douglas Farah, a journalist and author and Emira Woods from the Institute for Policy Studies. Moderated by Frank Bond of the Newseum. Followed by a reception in the Greenberg Lobby. Tickets are $5 for students and $10 for the public. For more information, contact Bettina Fisher at (202) 885-2074.
Monday, March 26
ILSP's 25th Anniversary Celebration Through March 27 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. WCL 603 Join the International Legal Studies Program to celebrate 25 years. The celebration will involve educational panels, prominent speakers and networking opportunities. R.S.V.P. required. For more information, contact Philippa Moore at (202) 274-4113 or pmoore@wcl.american.edu.
Tuesday, March 27
Lust vs. True Love: Healthy Boundaries in Dating 2:10-3:25 p.m. MGC 205 What is a healthy dating relationship? Do you want to learn about ways to create a fulfilling romantic relationship? A discussion about factors that contribute to positive dating relationships will take place. No advance registration is required. It is part of the Counseling Center's "Be Your Best" workshop series. For more information, contact the Counseling Center at (202) 885-3500.
An Evening with ERISA Lawyers: Panel Discussion and Networking Event 6-9 p.m. WCL 503 Are you interested in labor, employment, health or tax law? Would you like to learn more about legal careers relating to retirement and health benefits? Moderated by WCL alumnus Ellen Goodwin of the Groom Law Group, the panel will include: Tom Reeder, benefits tax counsel, U.S. Treasury Department; Gail Perry, office of the solicitor, U.S. Dept. of Labor; Chris Keller, Groom Law Group; James A. Klein, American Benefits Council and Michelle Pretlow, Littler Mendelson. R.S.V.P. required. For more information, contact (202) 274-4090 or careerdevelopment@wcl.american.edu.
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
Alice Paul Awards Reception 7:30 p.m. University Club This annual award recognizes those who exemplify the spirit, work and vision of Alice Paul, a Washington College of Law alumnus. This years award winners are Emily Caponetti, Nicole Smolter, Norma Broude, Mary Garrard, Christine Gettings and Carolyn Jacobson. For more information, contact the Women's and Politics Institute at (202) 885-2903.
Open Arts Night 6-9 p.m. Katzen Arts Center Open Arts Night is an after-hours open mic and gallery night at the museum. Musicians, poets and others should come prepared to perform; a piano will be available. Visual artists should come with a piece of work to display. This is free and open to the public. For more information, contact kac@american.edu.
