University of Massachusetts Amherst

April 16, 2008

Black Houston: Digital Storytelling
Scholar and filmmaker Carroll Parrott Blue will show works from the New Dawn Project, her non-profit organization dedicated to furthering social change through digital narrative, experimental memoir, and community-based websites.
UMass Amherst Alumni Association Networking Breakfast
Stop by Memorial Hall to enjoy a free breakfast, network with colleagues and friends, and make new connections.
Pride Alliance Presents Queer Fest
The UMass Pride Alliance is hosting its annual party, Queer Fest, on the library lawn in the afternoon, with the semi-annual drag ball at night.
Making a Difference: Internships in an Election Year
The Department of Political Science presents "Making a Difference: Internships in an Election Year," featuring Ray La Raja, Department of Political Science; Laura Reed, Department of Political Science; and Political Science majors who will discuss their interning experiences.
Meals at the Marriott Center
Reserve your spot now for a multi-course meal at the Marriott Center prepared by the HT-MGT 355 class.
Environmental Lecture Series: Environmental Implications/Applications of Nanotechnology
Implications and Applications of Nanotechnology with Pedro J. Alvarez.
The Women's Health Project: Women and Politics Panel
Free panel discussion on the issues shaping the presidential election.
Visiting College Chef Series
The Visiting College Chef Series will feature Martin Breslin, Director of Culinary Operations at Harvard University Dining Services.
Social Norms Campaign Evaluation Feedback Session
Come give voice to your thoughts about the social norms campaign.
Rythea Lee: Trauma into Truth
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Come see a performance by author/artist Rythea Lee.
Lecture: Common Ground Relief with Co-founder Malik Rahim
Learn about the current issues confronting New Orleans and the status of grassroots efforts to assist the city's neglected and disenfranchised communities.
Not Ready for Bedtime Players
Join us for an evening of side-splitting laugher, informative skits, and free condoms.
Exhibit: "Images from VISUAL"
This exhibit builds on synergy between art and science to provide a unique avenue by which both disciplines can be promoted, appreciated and encouraged.
Exhibit: A World of Cities
Universal aspects of urban life are explored across time and place, while defining the sharp differences in how people live, work, and interact in cities around the world.
Exhibit: The First World War
Professor Ed Klekowski's exhibit of WWI artifacts recently found in France is now on display in the Learning Commons of the Du Bois Library.