Photo Art Exhibit: In Search of Democracy: A Refugee Story (MLK Celebration Event)
Thursday, January 24, 2008
6:00 - 8:00pm, MUB Strafford Room
Historically, Americans have expressed their ambivalence towards immigrants and refugees who seek to resettle in the U.S. While some feel that newcomers add a fresh cultural and political perspective, others suggest that those who seek refuge here exact too high a cost on American society and pose a threat to our democracy.
MLK Spiritual Celebration: Soul and Spirit of Democracy (MLK Celebration Event)
Sunday, January 27, 2008
4:00pm, St George's Episcopal Church, Downtown Durham
An inter-faith celebration that affirms, supports and highlights the spiritual foundation that Martin Luther King, Jr. brought to his work and life. This event is a spirited gathering featuring songs, drumming, a Chautaqua presentation, music, poetry, dance, and a candle-lighting in remembrance of Dr King.
All are welcome!
Educational Panel: The Rap on Democracy: Culture, Power, and Social Change
(MLK Celebration Event)
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
12:30 - 2:00 pm, MUB Strafford Room
Featuring Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, Professor Harvard Sitkoff; The Honorable Jackie Weatherspoon, NH State Representative and founder of the nonprofit organization Decision in Democracy International; and UNH student activist Cait Vaughan, with Professor Reginald Wilburn moderating. This panel will examine the radical implications of King's legacy for American democracy today through the politics of rap, women-centered politics at UNH, and political work in the N.H. legislature.
Commemorative Address : "Dr. King for the 21st Century" (MLK Celebration Event)
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
7:00 - 8:30 pm, PCAC Johnson Theatre at UNH
Michael Eric Dyson, Social Analyst, hip-hop intellectual, ordained minister, a two time NAACP Image Award winner and Georgetown University professor, will deliver the Commemorative Address focusing on King's work for a free and just democracy. The event will also feature African drumming and dance with UNH Junior Marie Gakuba and members of the Rwandan dance troupe, Varginanga; a spoken word presentation by UNH Senior, Jessica Compton, Stage Producer, Sandra Clark; and a Step performance by Dartmouth College, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
Join us for an opportunity to have your book signed and engage in conversation with Michael Eric Dyson at the Reception and Book Signing immediately following the Commemorative Address at The PCAC Art Gallery.
"Act Now" A Campus Activism Fair in Support of Local Refugee and Immigrant Populations
(MLK Celebration Event)
Thursday, January 31, 2008
12:00 - 3:00 pm, MUB Granite State Room
Building on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the fair seeks to not only raise awareness around the global plight of refugee and immigrant populations - but to also provide student and community activists a chance to explore a range of service opportunities that are in direct support of the refugee and immigrant populations.
This event will feature personal stories from resettled refugees living in New Hampshire. What are the specific issues affecting these populations? What can we learn from their stories and experiences? What can we do to make a difference? This activism fair will be a perfect opportunity to address these questions and more. Come make meaningful connections and partner with local resettlement organizations providing a range of services and resources. All are welcome! Representatives from a variety of refugee and immigrant resettlement organizations will also be in attendance to share information about volunteer and service learning opportunities, including UJIMA Collective, Somali Bantu Community, the Concord African Community Organization, the Interfaith Refugee Resettlement Program, and New Hampshire Catholic Charities.
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