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Thursday, April 30, 2009

JAZZ IN THE PARK

The Mexican Consulate, The City of Fresno, and California State University, Fresno invites you to an international family experience:

JAZZ IN THE PARK

Featuring:Fresno State Jazz Band A with Ethos

Date: Sunday, May 3, 2009
Time: 3:00pm
Place: Rotary Amphitheatre, Woodward Park
Admission is free with ticket

Dr. Alan Durst, Lecturer of Music
Jazz Studies/Saxophone
Director of Jazz Band "A"

Obtain tickets from: (559) 233-3065 ext. 33 / jazzintheparkmay3rd@gmail.com

Office: (559) 278-2537
Fax: (559) 278-6800
adurst@csufresno.edu
www.alandurst.com

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

FINDING OUR VOICES IN MEDIA

Date: Saturday, May 2, 2009
Time: 2:00-4:00 P.M.
Place:Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno
2672 E. Alluvial Ave.
Clovis, CA

Communicating Critical Ideas: Finding Our Voices in Media and in Public a workshop with University of Texas Journalism Professor Robert Jensen. Effective communication is crucial for political activists, whether the channel for the message is a television news show, the op/ed page of a newspaper, a speech at a rally, or a one-on-one conversation. In this workshop, Jensen will reflect on the elements of effective communication common to all those settings and then move on to offer reflections on public speaking, tips for working with the mainstream media, and thoughts on the opportunities of independent media.

Discussant: Dr. Robert Jensen is a journalism professor at the University of Texas at Austin and board member of the Third coast Activist Resource Center.

Co-sponsored by College of Arts & Humanities, Associated Students Inc., Mass Communication & Journalism Department, Communication and Women's Studies Department at California State University Fresno; Fresno Center for Nonviolence, Peace Fresno and Women's International League for Peace and Freedom. CineCulture Club promotes cultural awareness through film and post-screening discussions.

For more information:
CineCulture Club: http://cineculture.csufresno.edu/
Fresno Filmworks: http://www.fresnofilmworks.org/
Club President: Roxanne Villaluz lokaane3@csufresno.edu
Faculty Advisor: Mary Husain mhusain@csufresno.edu

For more information contact Mary Husain at mhusain@csufresno.edu; Dan Yaseen at 559-251-3361 or danyaseen@comcast.net.

CineCulture is a film series provided as a service to the Fresno State campus students, faculty, and staff, and community, at no charge. In addition, CineCulture is offered as a 3 unit academic course in the Mass Communication and Journalism Department. MCJ 177T [Fall CLASS Registration # is 7696 and the class time will be 5-7:50]

For further information, contact Professor Mary Husain at mhusain@csufresno.edu.

ABE OSHEROFF: ONE FOOT IN THE GRAVE THE OTHER STILL DANCING

Date: Friday, May 1, 2009
Time: 4:30 P.M.
Place: California State University, Fresno
McLane 121

Abe Osheroff: One Foot in the Grave The Other Still Dancing: (2008). Producer Robert Jensen.

Most people knew Abe Osheroff as an activist -- from the frontlines of the Spanish Civil War to the picket lines of the U.S. labor movement, from the struggles for civil rights in Mississippi to the work for human rights in Nicaragua. For most of his 92 years, Osheroff threw himself into the fray with rare energy and enthusiasm. In this documentary, Osheroff reflects on the meaning of that activism and the ideas that animated his actions. A truly organic intellectual, he shares the wisdom built up over a lifetime of commitment to the "radical humanism" that defined his politics and philosophy. 46 min.

Co-sponsored by College of Arts & Humanities, Associated Students Inc., Mass Communication & Journalism Department, Communication and Women's Studies Department at California State University Fresno; Fresno Center for Nonviolence, Peace Fresno and Women's International League for Peace and Freedom. CineCulture Club promotes cultural awareness through film and post-screening discussions.

For more information:
CineCulture Club: http://cineculture.csufresno.edu/
Fresno Filmworks: http://www.fresnofilmworks.org/
Club President: Roxanne Villaluz lokaane3@csufresno.edu
Faculty Advisor: Mary Husain mhusain@csufresno.edu

A CRITICAL LOOK AT PORNOGRAPHY

Date: Friday, May 1,2009
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Place: California State University Fresno
Education Building, Room 170.

This is a FREE event.

The topic of Dr. Jensen’s lecture will be, “A Critical Look at Pornography," followed by a screening of the film, "The Price of Pleasure." Director/Producer Miguel Picker and Chyng Sun.

Once relegated to the margins of society, pornography has become one of the most visible and profitable sectors of the cultural industries in the United States. At the same time, the content of pornography has become more
aggressive, more overtly sexist and racist.

The film paints both a nuanced and complex portrait of how pleasure and pain, commerce and power, and liberty and responsibility are intertwined in the most intimate aspects of human relations. Going beyond the debate of liberal versus conservative so common in the culture, the film provides a holistic understanding of pornography as it debunks common myths about the genre.

ADVISORY: “The Price of Pleasure” includes sexually explicit images. Film is 56 min long. No one under 18 should be in the audience. Although those explicit images have been digitally blurred, some viewers may find those scenes difficult to watch.

Co-sponsored by College of Arts & Humanities, Associated Students Inc.,
Women's Studies, Mass Communication & Journalism Department, and
Communication Department and at California State University Fresno;
Fresno Center for Nonviolence, Peace Fresno and Women’s International
League for Peace and Freedom.

For more information contact Mary Husain at mhusain@csufresno.edu; Dan
Yaseen at 559-251-3361 or danyaseen@comcast.net; Don Friesen at
dfriesen0@gmail.com.

Friday, April 17, 2009

ART EXHIBITIONS ON CAMPUS

The Fresno State Exhibitions Program has a full house!

Dept. of Art & Design Graphic Design Portfolio Show

Reception
Date: Friday, April 17, 2009
Time: 5:00-8:00PM
Place: Conley Gallery

Visit any of these four galleries on the Fresno State campus and view
exciting new artwork (no charge):

  • Scenes from OVID Production, Theatre Arts Dept. (President's Gallery, Thomas Administration Bldg)
  • "Re-cycled Artwork" : Sculptures by Students studying under Prof. Ed Gillum. (Dean's Gallery, Music Bldg.)
  • Paintings by Studio Arts Students studying under Prof. Nick Potter (University Restaurant - South of Fountain, behind Taco Bell),

Carol Hartman, Gallery Director
Conley Art Gallery, Dept. of Art & Design
California State University Fresno
5225 North Backer CA65, Fresno, CA 93740
Phone 559-278-2121

INTERNATIONAL COFFEE HOUR INVITATION

Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Time: 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Place: California State University
University Student Union Room 312-314

Country: Thailand
Presenter: Nucharaporn Liangruenrom (Amm)
Major: Linguistics

Have you ever heard of the "Land of Smiles"? Travel to that land with linguistics
major Nucharaporn Liangruenrom and explore amazing Thailand. Discover the
extraordinary hospitality served by the Thai "heart and smile." Experience the
art of Thai living through traditional greetings, spiritual practices, cuisine and
taboos. Journey across the charming beaches and islands, said to be among
the most scenic int the world. Learn about the linguistic phenomenon of the
English language in Thailand. Discover the "Land of Smiles" through this
exciting presentation on Thailand!

If you have any further questions, please email the International Coffee Hour Coordinator,
Fumi Niizeki, at fuuko@csufresno.edu

*** International Coffee Hour, Exploring Global Diversity on Campus for
the Past 16 Years (1993-2009)

“STORIES OF OUR LIVES” WITH KATHERINE PATERSON

The public is invited to a lecture by author Katherine Paterson entitled “The Stories of Our Lives,”

Date: Friday, April 17th
Time: 7:30 pm
Place: Fresno State campus
John Wright Theatre

The lecture is open and free to the general public. Free parking is available in university lots near the theatre.

Rreservations are required by phone at (559) 278-8116 or by e-mail to mrianto@csufresno.edu

The event is sponsored by the Arne Nixon Center for the Study of Children’s Literature.

Katherine Paterson has twice won the John Newbery Medal, given by the America Library Association for the year’s most distinguished contribution to American literature for children, for Bridge to Terabithia and Jacob Have I Loved. Both novels have been made into movies. Paterson’s other titles include Bread and Roses, Too; The Same Stuff as Stars; The Great Gilly Hopkins; Come Sing, Jimmy Jo; Preacher’s Boy; and many more.

Paterson is also the recipient of the 2006 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award for children’s literature, given by the Swedish government, and the 1998 Hans Christian Andersen Award, chosen by the International Board on Books for Youth. Her web site is www.terabithia.com.
Katherine Paterson’s books will be available for sale and autographing after the lecture.

GUEST SPEAKER: DR. SHAUNEE L. WALLACE

You are invited to hear Dr. Shaunee L. Wallace speak about her research

Date: April 20, 2009
Time: 11am
Place: California State University, Fresno
AG 102

Dr. Wallace will be speaking to the COMM 168-01 (Communication in Organizations) class. Dr. Wallace earned her Ph.D. at Howard University and currently is the chair of the Communication Department at The College of New Rochelle in Harlem, NY. She has also worked as a public relations consultant since 1998; her clientele include Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Donald Trump, Essence Magazine, and the government of Hong Kong. Her areas of interest are Organizational Communication and Public Relations. She is especially interested in examining Latinas who work in public relations firms.

Marnel N. Niles, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Communication
California State University, Fresno
5201 North Maple Avenue M/S SA46
Fresno, CA 93740-8027
Office Phone: 559.278.8804
Email: mnniles@csufresno.edu
Fax: 559.278.4113

"THE ARMENIAN CHURCH IN SOUTH ASIA: 1600-1800"

The Armenian Studies Program California State University, Fresno

"The Armenian Church in South Asia: 1600-1800" by by Dr. George Bournoutian Seventh Henry S. Khanzadian Kazan Visiting Professor

Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Place: Fresno State
University Business Center
A. Peters Auditorium, Rm. 191

Free Admission. Parking restrictions are relaxed in UBC Lot and Lot J after 7:00PM.

* Final Public Lecture on the Armenian Church *

Dr. Bournoutian is Professor of East European and Middle Eastern Studies at Iona, College, New York, and is the author or translator of numerous books.

Dr. Bournoutian will discuss the role of the Armenian Church in South Asia, with special emphasis on the Armenian communities of India, China, and Singapore. The lecture will be illustrated with slides taken by Dr.
Bournoutian on his many visits to those communities.

Barlow Der Mugrdechian, Coordinator
Armenian Studies Program
5245 N Backer Ave PB4
Fresno, CA 93740-8001

Email: barlowd@csufresno.edu
ASP Office: 559-278-2669
Office: 559-278-4930
FAX: 559-278-2129

Visit the Armenian Studies Program Web Page at http://armenianstudies.csufresno.edu/

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

“AN EVENING WITH NAOMI SHIHAB NYE”

The Henry Madden Library, Young Writers’ Conference, Students of English Studies Association, San Joaquin Literary Association, and College of Arts & Humanities invite you to:

“AN EVENING WITH NAOMI SHIHAB NYE”
(POET, NOVELIST, EDUCATOR)

Date: Thursday, April 23, 2009
Time: 7 p.m.
Place: California State University, Fresno
Satellite Student Union
(FREE for all ages)

Nye, an Arab-American, writes poems that overflow with a humanitarian spirit. Her collections of poems and essays include Different Ways to Pray, 19 Varieties of Gazelle: Poems of the Middle East, and Never in a Hurry. She is the author of Habibi and editor of many anthologies of poems, including This Same Sky: A Collection of Poems from around the World and Is This Forever, or What? She is the winner of four Pushcart Prizes, the Jane Addams Children’s Book Award, and the Paterson Poetry Prize.

“Naomi Shihab Nye is a voice that America needs in its time of trouble.
Her clarity combined with her verbal kindness and her knowledge of multiple cultures provide a strong, audible message that the only hope for reconciliation and understanding lies in the ideals set by the human heart.”

—Billy Collins

For additional information please contact:

Samina Najmi, Ph.D.
Asst. Professor, Multiethnic U.S. Literature

Phone: (559) 278-2660
E-mail: snajmi@csufresno.edu

THE TALE OF JEMIMA PUDDLE-DUCK

Fresno State's Theatre for Young Audiences Presents: The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck

FREE Public Performances

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2009
Time: 10 a.m. & Noon
Place: California State University, Fresno
Woods Theatre, Speech Arts Building

"Ducks don't have the patience to hatch their own eggs," says Henrietta Hen. "Flibberty-gibbets, the lot of them!" In this light-hearted musical adaptation of Beatrix Potter's classic tale, Jemima Puddle-Duck determines to prove the conceited Henrietta wrong. In the woods she encounters a fine, polite gentleman with a splendid bushy tail and pointed ears who offers his summer house as a nesting place. Dreaming of omelets and roasted duck, the "gentleman" fox sings that his dreams are about to come true. Will Jemima survive to raise a brood of "precious little loves?"

A musical based on the Story by Beatrix Potter
Book and Lyrics by Katherine Paterson and Stephanie Tolan
Music and Lyrics by Steve Liebman
Directed by J. Daniel Herring

FREE Parking
Doors open 15 minutes before curtain
No tickets will be issued/No reservations taken/Seating on a first come basis

Pamela Dyer
Business and Promotions Manager
Theatre Arts Department
California State University, Fresno
5201 N Maple Avenue
Fresno CA 93740
559.278.7512
pamd@csufresno.edu

SPRING OPERA WORKSHOP PRODUCTION

Three complete one-act operas:
  • "The Telephone" by Gian-Carlo Menotti
  • "A Hand of Bridge" by Samuel Barber
  • "Signor Deluso" by Thomas Pasatieri
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2009
Time: 8:00pm
Place: California State University, Fresno
Department of Music - Concert Hall

Date: Sunday, April 19, 2009
Time: 3:00pm
Place: California State University, Fresno
Department of Music - Concert Hall

General $8
Students/seniors $5

Contact:
Brigid de Jong, Music Department
California State University, Fresno
(559) 250-7085
President, San Joaquin NATS Chapter
email: bdejong@csufresno.edu