Here's a quick look at some (with so many interesting speakers, amazing festivals, and engaging discussions going on during the next few days this certainly is far from an exhaustive list) of the great events happening in and around Blacksburg during the next 10 days. Given the diversity, there should be something for everyone. Please share with your students, colleagues, and advisors. Don't forget to take a study break yourself and check out some (probably not all - attending all possible events may indicate a serious case of springtime induced procrastination, please see your GEDI staff with questions) of the week's offerings.
Arab Fest
Monday, 11 April 11:00am - 5:00pm
Squires Commonwealth Ballroom
The second-annual Arab Fest is a celebration of Arab cultures. It is a free event open to the public offering a variety of cultural and educational activities: contemporary and traditional music, dance, food, henna drawing, calligraphy and more.
We will have the Hill and Veil belly dance troupe, Anne Elise Thomas will perform music on traditional instruments and at 4:00PM singer GoRemy will perform.
Sponsored by the Reema Samaha Arabic Language and Cultural Initiative which honors the life and memory of Reema J. Samaha who died in the shootings on April 16, 2007. With support from the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures and the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences.
For more information, please read this recent article from the Collegiate Times.
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The Power of Procrastination
Wednesday 13 April @ 7:30pm
GLC Auditorium
The Graduate Student Assembly (GSA) invites you to "The Power of Procrastination," presented by Jorge Cham, creator of the popular comic strip "Piled Higher and Deeper" ("PhD Comics"). Refreshments and book signing will immediately follow the lecture. This event is FREE and open to the public - please invite your friends and colleagues! More information about Jorge and PhD Comics can be found at www.phdcomics.com. Please direct any questions to Amanda Rumore, GSA V.P of Programs (arumore@vt.edu).
Earth Week 2011
18 - 22 April
All Over Campus and Throughout Town
Earth Week Website: ew2011.com
Want more information about Earth Week 2011? Contact: rialto13@vt.edu
Find us on Facebook Virginia Tech Earth Week
Environmental Coalition Website: www.theecvt.wordpress.com
Here's a quick rundown of some of the things on the Earth Week agenda:
Sustainable Food Monday - 18 April
On Campus Farmer’s Market
11:00am - 3:00pm
Sponsored by CSECP and Office of Energy and Sustainability
Stop by the GLC Plaza (fountain outside Squires) for an on campus showcase of baked goods, produce, crafts and more provided by a selection of your very own Blacksburg Farmers Market Vendors!
Lunch with Mark Winne
1:30pm - Farms & Fields in Owens Dining Hall
Join author Mark Winne for delicious food and informal conversation.
An Evening with Mark Winne
7:30 pm
Squires Colonial
Distinguished author of Closing the Food Gap and Food Rebels, Guerrilla Gardeners and Smart Cookin’ Mamas will speak at Tech about Food Politics, Community Involvement and his own experiences working towards a healthier food system.
Transportation Tuesday - 19 April
Cognitive Climate Change: The Psychology of Sustainability
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Planetary disruption and destruction are identified and analyzed as problems of technology, industry, or culture. At the root of the problem, however, are patterns of disruption in the human mind and body. An emerging body of evidence points to the fact that connection to nature is an essential form of nutrition. In the same way that we rely upon good quality food to be healthy, humans must connect to our “second mother”- Nature – if we wish to heal both self and world.
Michael Blackwell is a teacher, musician, mentor, farmer, writer, culture designer, animal tracker, bon vivant, racoonteur. and mid-level academeaucrat. Using information, story, song, reasoned dialogue, and blatant emotional appeal, he will present the case and a method by which we may come to know the world, and be known by it, in a way that can significantly contribute to its healing. Contact him at 540-922-2175 or natlearn@gmail.com if you are interested in arranging a talk for your campus or class.
Mike McCoy from Appalachian Voices
5:00pm
Squires 300
Do you want to effect change in Southwestern Virginia? Mike McCoy from Appalachian Voices will speak about how everyone can create change in this area. We will discuss the dangers of mountain top removal and how, through lobbying, we can bring cleaner energy sources into our homes.
Education & Awareness Wednesday - 20 April
“Sustainable Solutions” w/Rob Jacks of Shaklee
3:30pm – 4:30pm
Squires 300
From chocolate to cleaning products, discover ways to live more sustainably while using everyday products like chocolate and cleaners. A chocolate taste testing will follow the presentation.
The Electricity Fairy
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Squires Brush Mountain A
The Electricity Fairy is a documentary that examines America’s national addiction to fossil fuels through the lens of electricity. Filmmaker Tom Hansell follows the story of a proposed coal-fired power plant in southwest Virginia, connecting the local controversy to the national debate over energy policy. Wise County activist Kathy Selvage, featured prominently in the film, will be on-hand to discuss the film and answer questions after the screening.
Think Global - Act Local Thursday - 21 April
New Forest Earth Presentation
12:00pm – 1:15pm
Brush Mountain A
Interested in sustainable forestry, starting up a non-profit, or working with indigenous cultures? Hear all about New Forest Earth and what they do to help motivate sustainable communities and empower them to preserve and restore their forests. For more information, check out www.newforestearth.org
Tree Planting
1:30pm – 3:30pm
Between Slusher and D2
Make the campus beautiful and help plant 25 native hardwood trees and begin the reforestation near the Slusher Wing area. Stop by anytime and lend a hand! Fill out the Tree Planting Volunteer Sign Up to help out.
Earth Day Meal sponsored by Dining Services
6:00pm
D2
Celebrate Earth Week at D2 with a special locally sourced meal. “Vote with our fork” this Earth Week and show Dining Services that you support their efforts to incorporate more local, sustainable, and organic foods into our Dining Halls.
Earth Day Friday - 22 April
Earth Day Festival
10:00am - 5:00pm
College Avenue and the Squires Plaza area
Celebrate the planet with the Environmental Coalition and the Town of Blacksburg’s Earth Day Festival. Enjoy our organization and merchant fair, silent auction, local food venders, and entertainment!
Interested in showcasing your business, organization, research project, etc.? Sign up to have a booth at the festival by completing this survey by April 14.
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