Upcoming International
Events
For more information about these events, please contact: Linda
Olson-Levy, International Programs, Events, and Scholarships Coordinator, Center for International
Education, (562) 985-8440, BH-201, email: llevy@csulb.edu.
Please click on the event title for more details.
International Brown Bag Series
During the academic semesters, the CIE and Phi Beta Delta
co-sponsor the International Brown Bag Series. Normally, these informal
discussions are held each month from 12 Noon
to 1:00 p.m. (or a bit later),
and they feature a different faculty member who informally discusses
an exciting and recent international experience. Presentations
usually include slides or a power point. Participants are invited
to bring their lunches, and beverages and a light dessert are provided. Usually, the Brown Bags are held in the Multicultural Conference
Room (F03-002).
October 19: International Brown Bag
Professor Anna Sandoval (Chicano and Latino Studies) & Linda Espana-Maram (Asian/Asian American Studies) will give a presentation from 12:00 Noon-1:30 p.m. in the Multicultural Center Conference Room (F03-002). Professor Sandoval's topic is "Teaching Ethnic American Literautre in Malaga," and Professor Espana-Maram's topic is "Teaching American/Ethnic Studies in Barcelona." Both presenters will discuss and share photographs from their recent Fulbright grants in Spain. This signals the first time that two faculty from the same institution were in the same country, simultaneously, on a Fulbright.
October 27: International Brown Bag
Dr. Tatyana Tsyrlina, the Vice Rector of the Regional Open Social Institute, in Kursk, Russia, will give a presentation on "Russian Education in the 20th Century: Success and Failure." The presentation is from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 p.m. in the Multicultural Center Conference Room (F03-002). A light lunch, beverages, and dessert will be served. Please note this is on a Thursday.
November 16: International Brown Bag
Dr. Armando Vazquez-Ramos, Professor of Chicano & Latino Studies (and students) will make a powerpoint presentation (featuring photographs) on “Short-term Study Abroad in Venezuela and Mexico” from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 p.m. in the Multicultural Center Conference Room (F03-002).
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October 13: Two Short Films & Discussion on Arab Americans
Two films featuring stories of Arab Americans and follow-up discussion will take place at 6:30 p.m. in LH-151. Tales from Arab Detroit (45 min.) is the story of what happens when an Arab American community brings an Egyptian poet to perform a 1000-year-old epic. Problems arise, and the result is a familiar American tale: parents trying to pass on cherished traditions and language, while their children are at home in a world of McDonald's and MTV. The film blends voices, poetry, song and dance into everyday stories of cultural conflict and resilience within the largest Arab community in North America. Benaat Chicago: Growing Up Arab and Female in Chicago (30 min.) is the result of the directors' year-long collaboration with Arab American teenagers to document their lives growing up on Chicago's southwest side. It addresses stereotypes and racism towards Arabs and Arab women, while revealing the rich Arab American cultural heritage. Both films are thought-provoking and insightful. Co-sponsored by the Middle Eastern Studies Program, Middle East-Near East Sub-committee and the Center for International Education.
October 14: World Food Day Teleconference
The Twenty-Fifth Annual World Food Day Teleconference on “Reflections on Fighting Hunger: Roads not Taken; Goals not Met; the Journey Ahead.” Live via satellite from Washington, D.C. features Program Host: Ray Suarez, National Public Radio, and Featured Guest: Frances More Lappé, best-selling author Diet for a Small Planet; lecturer and activist. CSULB Panel consists of: Dr. Gary Hytrek (Chair) Professor of Sociology; Dr. Ramses Toma, Professor of Family & Consumer Sciences and Dr. Skyne Uku-Wertimer, Professor of Black Studies. From: 8:30 am to 12:00 Noon in UTC-127 (North Campus; East of Theatre Arts Building). Please contact World Food Day Program Coordinator: Linda Olson-Levy, (562) 985-8440, or email: llevy@csulb.edu.
October 18: Special Reception & Presentation by Visiting S. African Professor
Dr. Aslam Fataar, Professor (and Fulbright Research Scholar, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign) at the University of the Western Cape, South Africa, will make a presentation on “Deracialization, Reracialization and Schooling in Cape Town, South Africa.” The reception, lecture, and discussion will take place from 4:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m. in the Anatol Conference Center (AS-110). The reception is from 4:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m., followed by the presentation from 4:30-5:30 p.m. His talk will focus on the complex ways in which old (pre-1994) and new (post-1994) forms of racialization are manifesting in post-apartheid South African schools. He will also concentrate on the spatial context of the urban post-apartheid city, Cape Town, focusing on the emergence of new racialized patterns of schooling. Co-sponsored by the Department of Educational Psychology, Administration, and Counseling.
October 20: A Tribute to Edward W. Said: Speaking Truth to Power
A celebration of the life and work of Edward W. Said, post-colonial critic, Palestinian-American activist, public intellectual, and musician, will be held on the second anniversary of his passing. The event will include a panel presentation by CSULB faculty: Elizabeth Dahab (Comparative World Literature & Classics); Norbert Schurer (English); Douglas Parker (Sociology); Alwin Baum (Comparative World Literature and Classics). The program will encompass a reception, and a screening of segments from the documentary “Selves and Others: A Portrait of Edward Said" (2003). For more details, please contact: Elizabeth Dahab, edahab@csulb.edu, (562) 985-9320.
October 24: American/Russian Roundtable
A week-long visit by Russian Delegation from Kursk. Events include: (Monday, 10/24 at 10:00 a.m.) Panels on Russian Stereotypes of Americans and (at 2:30 p.m.) American Stereotypes of Russians; (Wednesday, 10/26 at 9 a.m.) “Art Education in Russia,” (with art panel). “Children with Special Needs US/Russia.” (Thursday, 10/27 at 12:00 Noon) “Russian Youth: Ambitions, success and failures panel; US/Russian Early Childhod Education panel; American Education Today panel; Leadership in Education speaker; International Brown Bag presentation by Dr. Tatyana Tsyrlina, the Vice Rector of the Regional Open Social Institute, "Russian Education in the 20th Century and Today: A Few Lessons for the World Education Community” (Multicultural Center, F03-002). Co-sponsored by the College of Education and the Department of Teacher Education. More details forthcoming. Contact: Dr. Marsha Thickstein at (562) 985-4506.
October 25: Special Presentation with Leading Middle Eastern Scholar
Join us for an "Evening with Mark LeVine" from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (book signing follows). The brilliant scholar, journalist, musician, activist, and Associate Professor of Modern Middle Eastern History, Culture & Islamic Studies at the University of California, Irvine, will give a presentation (based upon the title of his latest book),"Why They Don't Hate Us: Lifting the Veil on the Axis of Evil," followed by a question/answer period. It is certain to be a stimulating and provocative evening. LeVine, who has been called "a young Noam Chomsky," has successfully “sparred” with the likes of Bill O'Reilly (FOX News), and he is a regular guest on NPR Radio, KPFK, Radio Pacifica, as well as a frequent contributor to Le Monde, the Christian Science Monitor, and the New York Times, among others. Join us in exploring the roots of the current conflict between the US and the Muslim world in the University Student Union, 2nd floor, Ballroom "A." Please contact: Linda Olson-Levy, (562) 985-8440, or email: llevy@csulb.edu.
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International Education Week- Schedule of Events
(November 14-November 18, 2005)
International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences in the United States. For more information, please refer to the US Department of State website: iew.state.gov.
The Center for International Education, the official sponsor and coordinator for International Education Week at California State University, Long Beach is pleased to announce a rich offering for this year's weeklong series of events. The Project is directed by the Center for International Education and co-sponsored by the following entities: African Studies Subcommittee; East Asia Subcommittee; International Student Association; Middle East-Near East Subcommittee; Phi Beta Delta International Honor Society; South Asia Subcommittee. For more information, please contact Project Director: Linda Olson-Levy, Center for International Education, BH-201, phone: (562) 985-8440 or email: llevy@csulb.edu.
Monday, November 14
All Week: Come to the International Cafe: sample cuisines from around the world! Enjoy various internationally themed lunches Monday through Thursday only. (CSULB Chartroom Restaurant).
All Week: "From Russia with Love: Student Photo Exhibit and Contest" Selected student participants of short-term study abroad to Russia during Summer 2005 will exhibit photos from their trip. You be the judge: students' winning entries will receive prizes, and photos will be placed on permanent display in the Center for International Education. (Brotman Hall, 2nd floor plaza).
10:00-11:15 a.m.: "World Population: Boom or Gloom?" presentation with Professor Ramses Toma (Family & Consumer Sciences). Talk will focus on the world's population and expert's predictions that it will double by 2050. Includes 30 min. of highlights from a timely and important documentary. (Anatol Patio Room).
11:00 a.m.: "Travel Tips 101: UK Alumni Study Abroad Presentation" by CSULB UK alumni Robin Watkins (Multicultural Center, F03-002).
1:00-3:00 p.m.: ”Rediscovering Russia: Reflections on a CSULB Field Course, August 2005" with Dr. Harold Schefski (RGRLL), Dr. Dmitrii Sidorov (Geography), Dr. Carol Itatani (Biological Sciences), and select participating students. Discussion, which will center on short-term study abroad in Russia, will feature students' photographs. Light refreshments. (Multicultural Center, F03-002).
1:00-3:00 p.m.: "The UN's 60th Anniversary: What is South Africa's Future Role in this Organization?" presentation by special guest speaker, Mrs. Jeannette Ndlovu, Los Angeles Consul General of South Africa. Introduction by Dr. Alosi Moloi, Chair, Black Studies Department. Reception with light refreshments. Co-sponsored by African Studies Subcommittee and Black Studies Department. (Alamitos Bay Room, USU)
3:00-6:00 p.m.: "Guelaguetza: Community and Education in Oaxaca, Mexico." Professor Jayne Howell (Anthropology) and student participants will give a one-hour presentation about their short-term experience in Mexico. Primary focus will be on ways that getting to know the students, parents, and teachers at a Zapotec-speaking junior high school contributed to experience of CSULB students. Knowledge of the realities of rural Oaxacan life, including the importance of schooling in poorer families and the bonds created through guelaguetza (a Zapotec term meaning reciprocity). Discussion and light refreshments. (Multicultural Center, F03-002).
3:00 p.m.: "Ethical Issues Surrounding the Adoption of Indian Children: Views from the Field." Presentation by Visiting Indian Fulbright Scholar, Dr. Jagannath Pati, Director of the Central Adoption Resource Agency, India. Light refreshments. (Anatol Conference Center).
5:00 p.m.: International Film: "Born into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids." 2004 Oscar-Winning Indian Documentary. Chronicles directors' (Zana Briski and Ron Kauffman) time in Calcutta and the relationships they developed with children of prostitutes who work the city's notorious red light district (85 min. English and Bengali with subtitles). Discussion led by faculty. Co-sponsored by the South Asia Subcommittee Light refreshments. (Anatol Conference Center).
Tuesday, November 15
All Day: "Oriental Flower Arranging Demonstration, Exhibit, and Sale." From 2:00-3:00 p.m.: watch expert artisans give flower arranging demonstration. Co-sponsored by the East Asian Subcommittee (Anatol Patio Room).
10:00-11:00 a.m.: "Teaching in Hong Kong." Powerpoint presentation by Dr. Lesley Farmer, EDPAC, focusing on the Hong Kong educational system, particularly in terms of library education. (Multicultural Center, F03-002).
11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.: Internationally-Related Organizations On Campus. Peace Corps; Campus Climate; Peace Studies; CSULB World Runners Club; National Conference for Community and Justice-Human Dignity Program; Study Abroad Opportunities; International Student Association; Amnesty International; Campus Progressives (Tables outside of Multicultural Center, F03 building).
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: "Focus on Cambodia: Filming a Documentary in a Developing Country" with Professor Carlos Silviera (Art) and Teresa Hagen (Editor/Writer University Publications) will present their in-process film and talk about their exciting (and, oftentimes, enervating) experience of making a documentary. Light refreshments. (Anatol Conference Center).
12:00 p.m.: "Does it Ever Rain in Spain?: Study Abroad Alumni Presentation" by CSULB Spain alumni Rachel Gardner (BH-201).
12:00-1:00 p.m.: "Steel Pan Performance" by CSULB student musicians: Jennifer Guzzo (MM in percussion performance) and Danny Howe (BM in percussion performance), come on down (man), and liven up your afternoon (Speaker's Platform).
4:00-5:00 p.m.: "Why Study Overseas for a Year?" Presentation by CSULB UK alumni Larry Sepassi and Robin Watkins (BH-201).
5:00-7:30 p.m.: Phi Beta Delta Alpha Chapter Annual Induction Banquet. Along with the induction of new members, a special guest, Dr. Oleh W. Gerus, Professor of Eastern European Studies at the University of Manitoba, Canada, will make a presentation on the topical and exciting topic of “Ukraine Today.” For information about the Induction Banquet and Phi Beta Delta, please contact the Assistant Chapter Coordinator, Linda Olson-Levy at (562) 985-8440 or email: llevy@csulb.edu. (Pacific Room of the Chartroom Restaurant).
6:30 p.m.: International Films: "But You Speak Such Good English" (British) and "I Call Myself Persian: Iranians in America." "English" is a 1999 Documentary that explores different aspects of the first generation of Iranian immigrant experience from the insider’s perspective (25 minutes). "Persian" is a 2003 Documentary that explores the recent shared history of Iran and the U.S. through various voices, including a standup comic, a computer scientist, several college students, a wife and mother, and artist Shirin Neshat (27 minutes). Discussion led by Middle East Studies faculty. Co-sponsored by the Middle East Studies Program and the Middle East-Near East Subcommittee. Light refreshments. (Anatol Conference Center).
Wednesday, November 16
All Day: "Arlington West Display: Reflections on the Iraq War" Documentaries, "Arlington West" and "A Line in the Sand" will alternate and be shown continuously. At 2:00 p.m., Sally Marr and Peter Dudar (documentary filmmakers for "Arlington West") will lead a discussion with war veterans and audience. Co-sponsored by Campus Progressives. (Central Quad area).
12:00-1:00 p.m.: "International Brown Bag on Short-term Study Abroad to Venezuela and Mexico" with Professor Armando Vazquez-Ramos (Chicano & Latino Studies) and a panel of short-term study abroad students will share their experiences. Bring your lunches; beverages and dessert provided (Multicultural Center, F03-002).
12:00-1:00 p.m.: "Intoxicating Italy: It's not the Wine!" Carlo Chiarenza, Chair of Italian Studies, and CSULB IP Alumni Karla Goddu (BH-201).
12:00-1:00 p.m.: "How to Initiate an International Linkage Program" with Professor John Wang (Criminal Justice), Hamdi Bilici (Finance/Real Estate/Law), and Paul M. Lewis (Director, International Programs). Opportunity to lunch and learn about the process of creating an agreement for exchange between CSULB and foreign universities. For CSULB faculty (limited number) only. Must RSVP attendance by November 11th to: zwang2@csulb.edu. or call: ext. 54741. Light lunch served. (Daily 49er Boardroom--Bookstore 2nd floor).
1:00 p.m.: "Fantastic Finland!" Exchange students from Finland, Caspar Friberg and Kristian Jokinen, will share a tantalizing glimpse of their country with the audience (BH-201).
2:00 p.m., Sally Marr and Peter Dudar (documentary filmmakers for "Arlington West") will lead a discussion with war veterans and audience (Central Quad area).
5:00 p.m.: International Chinese film: "The King of Masks." 1996 film concerns a performing artist whose magical ability to instantaneously switch between various facial coverings makes him a crowd favorite. With no children, the family tradition of passing their secrets from fathers to sons is impossible. However, the King adopts Doggie, an affable 8-year old. At first, the King is delighted with the child, but then learns he has been duped. The "boy" he purchased is actually a girl. Within the background of the Communist Revolution, one of the film's key themes is that, when it comes to companionship, initiative, and courage, daughters can yield the same benefits. (1 hr. 41 min. with subtitles). Discussion led by faculty on historical concepts of the film. Co-sponsored by the East Asia Subcommittee (Alamitos Bay Room, USU).
5:30 p.m.: "A Pilgrimage to Jerusalem: A Journey to One City and Three Faiths." Jewish, Christian, and Muslim pilgrims talk about their interfaith, spiritual journey to the Holy Land. A DVD of their travels will be shown. Light refreshments. Co-sponsored by the Middle Eastern Studies Program and the Near East/Middle East Subcommittee (Anatol Conference Center).
Thursday, November 17
All Day: "Arlington West Display: Reflections on the Iraq War" Documentaries, "Arlington West" and "A Line in the Sand" will alternate and be shown continuously. 12:00 Noon: discussion led by KPFK Free Speech Radio Journalist, Jerry Quickley, Sally Marr, and Peter Dudar (documentary filmmakers for "Arlington West"), and war veterans. Professor Joanne Tortorici Luna (EDPAC) will moderate the dicussion. Co-sponsored by Campus Progressives (Central Quad area).
9:00-11:00 a.m.: "International Scholarship Opportunities for Students: Teaching, Undergraduate and Graduate Study, and Research" Workshop on how to successfully apply for Fulbright, Gilman, and NSEP scholarships. Light refreshments (BH-201).
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: "Eyes Toward Asia: Taiwan (and also Hong Kong and China) Today" by Assistant Director of Study Abroad Services, Cecilia A. Fidora (BH-201).
12:00 Noon: "Arlington West Discussion" led by KPFK Free Speech Radio Journalist, Jerry Quickley, Sally Marr, and Peter Dudar (documentary filmmakers for "Arlington West"), and war veterans. Professor Joanne Tortorici Luna (EDPAC) will moderate the dicussion (Central Quad area).
1:00-2:30 p.m.: "China Summer 2005 Study Abroad Experience" with Vice Provost David Dowell, Professor Xiaoping Liang (Linguistics); Professor Jeffrey Winters (Asian & Asian American Studies) and CSULB student participants: Christine-Arlene Arrozal, Peter Bohan, Jeremy Curfew, and Sheryl Zook. Light refreshments. (Anatol Conference Center).
2:00-5:00 p.m.: "Lecture and Workshop of Chinese Paintings and its Aesthetic Tradition" by Mr. Juncheng Liu, Professor of Art at Franklin and Marshall College, Pennsylvania. Lecture will focus on a brief history of Chinese painting, exploring the composition and techniques applied in traditional ink painting. Workshop will feature artist's demonstration of this style's basic techniques. Professor Yu Ji (Art Department) will talk about his department's delegation to visit Chinese fine art schools in 2005, and an ongoing potential linkage with the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts. Art Matrix credit for attendance by students in fine art programs. Reception follows workshop. (Horn Conference Center, North Library).
2:00-3:00 p.m.: "Business Today in Europe" with Christian Braren, University of Hamburg student (BH-201).
2:30-4:00 p.m.: "The Case for Affirmative Action in University Admissions." Presentation by Bob Laird, former director of undergraduate admissions at the University of California at Berkeley for 25 years. Laird is a nationally-known advocate of affirmative action who proposes that we should be able to consider race and ethnicity in the admission process--at least until such a time that society fixes the gross inequities that exist among families and children. Laird’s talk will be followed by a question-and-answer session and he will also sign copies of his 2005 book. Light refreshments. (Alamitos Bay Room, USU). DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL, WE REGRET TO ANNOUNCE THAT THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
5:00 p.m.: International African film: "Invisible Children." Each night in Northern Uganda, something unbelievable happens: thousands of children hide from the brutal recruitment tactics of the elusive Lord's Resistance Army, rebels who routinely beat and brainwash children into fighting their 18-year crusade against the government in Kampala. "Invisible Children" is the story of three American friends from Southern California who decided to use their talents to change the world. Discussion will be led by volunteer students who went to Uganda and worked with the Invisible Children. (60 min.) Light refreshments. Website: www.InvisibleChildren.com. Co-sponsered by the African Studies Subcommittee and Black Studies Department. (Alamitos Bay Room, USU).
Friday, November 18
10:00 a.m.: "Workshop on Employment Opportunities in the U.S." Designed for international students. Presentation by Yvonne Correia, CSULB Immigration Specialist. (BH-250).
11:30 am-2:30 p.m.: International Thanksgiving Potluck: Join students, staff, and faculty in celebrating an “internationally-flavored” Thanksgiving. Bring your favorite “ethnic” dish (and wear your native dress) at a very special ending to CSULB's celebration of International Education Week. Music and an Indian dance performance will highlight cultural perspectives on the American celebration of Thanksgiving, Kwanza (and other similar) observances. The winners of the "From Russia with Love: Student Photo Exhibit and Contest" will be announced at this time. You may drop in as your schedule permits. Please RSVP your attendance to the President of the International Student Association, Sandar Khin Aung, at: isacsulb@gmail.com. by no later than November 14. Sponsored by the Center for International Education and co-sponsored by the International Student Association and CSULB World Runners. (CSULB Soroptimist House).
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