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| | | Diversity EventsStudents, faculty, staff and the entire college community are invited to attend the following diversity events. Employees of the college are eligible to earn diversity credit for their professional development record. To receive credit, please use the appropriate synonym number and register using HCC Express. Events are added to this list as they become available. Spring 2008 Diversity Events | Date | Event Information | | February 5 | Mardi Gras Celebration featuring The Junkyard Saints Time: 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: TBA Description: Get a taste of Mardi Gras, and discover the meaning behind this well-known tradition. http://www.junkyardsaints.com/ | February 19 Synonym # 7870 | Jewish Student Union diversity event – food for the body, mind and soul On Tuesday 2/19, Chanie Baron, head of the local Jewish school Gan Israel, will lead a lecture/ discussion on the topic: “Unleashing the Power of the Jewish Matriarchs” Chanie is a brilliant, humorous, insightful educator who will inspire us with timeless stories of strength and leadership. Free tasty lunch 12:30 – 1:45 in ELB 100 on Tuesday 2/19 | February 19, 2008 Synonym # 1918 | American Pluralism Post 9/11 Time: 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: N 236 Description: The aftermath of the tragedy of September 11, 2001 poses the questions: What does it mean to be an American? Are we letting people into our country who are incompatible with our values? What are our national values in a changing culture? This lecture by Michael Franch begins to address these difficult questions, reaching into the past for tools to help understand the period in American history that we are creating. This program is in conjunction with the HCC Book Connection. | February 20 Synonym # 1931 | The History of Hip Hop "Is Hip Hop Really Dead?' Location: Burrill Galleria
Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
This stunning visual media presentation shows the era of Hip Hop at the origins of the four pillars: B-Boying, Graffiti, the Dj and the MC. Intriguing images. Live music and a lyrical performance are just a few elements involving in this workshop. | February 25 Synonym #1932 | Klandestine Relationships (Daryl Davis) Time: TBA
Location: Monteabaro Recital Hall Description: Hear the incredible story of how a black man has been able to win the hearts and hoods of numerous Klansmen. Mr. Davis’s story is punctuated with drama and music. An accomplished blues and R&B musician, he performs regularly with his own Daryl Davis Band. He has toured extensively with Muddy Water's Legendary Blues Band and Chuck Berry, among others. http://www.wolfmanproductions.com/ddavis.html and http://www.daryldavis.com/Author/AuthorBio.html | February 26 Synonym # 2693 | Stepping into Greatness Time: 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Location: Burrill Galleria Description: Stepping into Greatness is an opportunity to learn the history and information about historically black fraternities and sororities and how they made socialization possible on campuses across the nation. | March 4 Synonym # 7872 | “My Big Fat Jewish Wedding” 12:30—1:45, The Galleria (First floor of ST Building) Participate in this mock traditional Jewish wedding. Dance, eat and celebrate while learning about the meaning of Jewish wedding traditions. | March 5 Synonym # 1946 | V- Day (Until The Violence Stops) Time: Noon and 7pm
Location: TBA We have partnered with the Domestic Violence Center and the STTAR Center to show Until the Violence Stops. Until The Violence Stops features playwright and activist Eve Ensler in a powerful film that documents how The Vagina Monologues grew into the international grassroots movement, V-Day, to stop violence against women and girls. In 2002, eight hundred cities around the world participated in V-Day by staging benefit performances of The Vagina Monologues. Until the Violence Stops shows women from Harlem, New York to Ukiah, California; from the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation to the Philippines and Kenya, uniting and courageously revealing their intimate and deeply painful experiences with abuse ranging from rape to female circumcision. We will show the film Wednesday, March 5 at noon and 7 p.m. Admission is free to faculty, staff and students. We will charge the community $8/ticket – 10% of the proceeds will go to the Women of New Orleans and the DVC and STTAR will split the rest. | March 5 Synonym # 1933 | Clothesline Project Time: 11:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Location: ELB Lobby Description: Check out the commemorative display, engage in discussions, and pick up resources about domestic violence. Supplies will be on hand to create shirts for yourself or loved ones. | March 11 Synonym # 1948 | Building Bridges through Handwritting Time: 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Location: Burrill galleria Description: Come and experience this program that fosters the growth of communication with, and sensitivity to, others in a diversity environment. Dennis Duez, “1 Great Handwriting Analyst”, explains how easy it is to develop and understanding of others. | March 13 Synonym # 1949 | Women’s History Month Celebration Howard Community College and HoCoPoLitSo present Nikki Giovanni Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: RCF Hall Room 400
Admission: Join us for an evening poetry reading and presentation by renowned poet, author, commentator, activist and educator Nikki Giovanni. Her presentation will focus on the power that one has to make a difference in oneself, and thus in the lives of others. Book signing and reception to follow. Tickets can be purchased in the HCC Bookstore. Office of Student Life, (410) 772-4896 or studentlife@howardcc.edu | March 25 Synonym # 2943 | “Model Passover Seder”
12:30—1:45, ELB 100 (Kittleman Room)
Participate in a Passover Seder, complete with
traditional rituals and tasty Passover foods. | March 25 Synonym # 1950 | In Our Right Minds Time: TBA
Location: TBA Description: This passionate message guides women to their strength as leaders, and restores in men and women, the validity of right-brain, “feminine” strengths. Described as a "Cape Canaveral lift-off," this dynamic, multi-media 1 hour 15 minute performance features history, myth, original songs, art, artifacts, characters and comedy. http://www.daleallenproductions.com/IORM_INDEX.htm | | | | |
Fall 2007 Diversity Events | Date | Event Information | September 21 Synonym # 7899 | International Day of Peace Celebration
Kick off this year's HCC Book Connection selection, Small Wonder, by Barbara Kingsolver with an International Day of Peace celebration. Make your wish for peace with an Origami crane, and join us for the dedication ofthe Peace Pole.
Burrill Galleria, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | September 26 Synonym # 5552 | "How to Stay Motivated When You Feel Like Quitting: Presented by Andres Lara, The Cuban Guy"
Come and hear the story of Andres Lara who came to America at age 16, without money and unable to speak English. Andres went on to become a successful CEO, author, motivational speaker and millionaire. Learn about staying motivated during difficult times, turning setbacks into comebacks, gaining and maintaining momentum, and turning the impossible into the possible.
Burrill Galleria, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | September 27 Synonym #5553 | Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Join us in celebration of Hispanic Heritage. Enjoy the sounds, sights, tastes and experiences of the Hispanic culture, featuring the Latin Hip Hop band, Cristopolis.
RCF - Room 400, 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | October 17 Synonym #5554 | "Phatty Girl", featuring Micology Movement
Join us for an interactive presentation and discussion on the denigrating images of women in cinema, magazines, videos, advertising, and other forms of media, that has been an ongoing
topic of controversy throughout the nation.
Burrill Galleria, 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | October 22 Synonym #5585 | Poverty Simulation
Get ready to broaden your perspective with this interactive program. Get a taste of what it might be like to live in poverty by taking on the persona of someone facing financial harship and the obstacles that come with that situation.
Kittleman Room (ELB-100), 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | November 14 Synonym # 5555 | African Cultural Festival
Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, stories and cuisine of the many countries of Africa represented at HCC. Enjoy African cuisine while listening to the sounds of NuWorld African Dance and Drum Company that will present an entertaining and educational tribute to the rich legacy of African culture and history.
Burrill Galleria, 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | December 4 Synonym #8746 | Winter Holiday Celebration
Learn about and experience the traditions of various winer festivals and celebrations from around the world through interactive displays, crafts, music and more!
Kittleman Room (ELB - 100), 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
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