NOVEMBER 2009 EVENTS

FILM: Place Matters (Film & Discussion Series: Health, Equity, & Social Justice)
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
12:30 - 2:00pm, MUB Theatre 1
Are some people experiencing unhealthier lives as a result of the communities, neighborhoods and towns they live in here in the U.S.? What are the health and health care related implications for people who live in economically struggling rural and urban communities? How does public policy negatively or positively impact people’s lives? This film and discussion will look at the challenges people and families face trying to stay healthy in communities and towns were resources are few. We will also explore how various policies relating to education, employment, housing, anti-violence, neighborhood improvement and transportation can also be seen as essential to creating good health policy. Facilitated by John Seavey & Jeffrey Salloway, Professors of Health Management and Policy.

Mapping Your Future! GMC Meeting
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
3:00 - 4:30pm, MUB 321
Come and get information about Graduate School, McNair undergraduate research opportunities, and Careers. There will be a representative from each of these areas to share information and to answer any questions you may have about graduate school, undergraduate research, summer internships and career opportunities. Seniors, Juniors, Sophomores and Freshmen are all encouraged to attend. It’s never too early or too late to start looking into all of these very important areas. **You do not have to dress up for this event.** If you need more information contact Sean McGhee at OMSA: smcghee@unh.edu or call 862-0324.

Native American Playwright: William S. Yellow Robe, Jr.
Monday, November 9, 2009
12:00pm, MUB 334/336 - reading by William Yellow Robe & discussion
6:00pm, MUB Entertainment Room - stage reading by UNH students with William Yellow Robe
Internationally renowned playwright William S. Yellow Robe, Jr., will be at UNH on Monday, November 9 to visit classes and coach students in a staged reading of his play _Better'n'Ind'ns_. At at 12:00pm in MUB 334/336, he will read from his work, _Grandchildren of the Buffalo Soldiers_ and conduct a discussion on the state of Native American drama. Then at 6:00pm, join us for a “stage reading” of his play _Better'n'Ind'ns_ performed by UNH students. For more information, contact Siobhan Senier at ssenier@unh.edu.

FILM: Not Just a Paycheck (Film & Discussion Series: Health, Equity, & Social Justice)
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
12:30 - 2:00pm, MUB Theatre 1
Does losing your job affect your health? What happens to a community when 20% of its residents are out of a job with little hope of re-employment? In this film, Electrolux moves its plants in Greenville, Michigan and Vastervick, Sweden to other communities where labor and production are cheaper. This film and discussion explores how different government systems affect the outcome of citizens health and well being when there is major shift in employment in a community. Facilitated by Michele Dillon, Professor of Sociology.

Kosher Sushi Night
Thursday, November 12, 2009
7:00 - 9:00pm, MUB Food Court
The United Asian Coalition and Hillel invites you to a night where learning is fun and yummy! Come and educate yourself on the topic of Kosher and we will educate you on how to make sushi! Get your FREE tickets at the MUB Ticket Office, and also say thank you to each other because this event is sponsored by your Student Activities Fee.

Diwali - The Festival of Lights
Sunday Nov 15, 2009
5 :30pm (doors open at 5:00pm), MUB Granite State Room
The UNH Indian Students' Association invites you to come and enjoy this spectacular event filled with Indian music, classical, folk, and Bollywood dance performances and an exotic medley of Bollywood dance-drama-fashion. All of this will be topped with a four-course Indian dinner to make the annual Diwali celebration one of the most awaited events at UNH! All are welcome. Tickets are on sale at the MUB Ticket Office (3rd Floor across from the Info Desk): $3 for students, faculty, and staff, $10 community members, $5 for children 5-15 years, children under 5 yrs are free. Event funded by the Student Activity Fee.

Women In Prison
Monday, November 16, 2009
7:00pm, MUB Strafford Room
Alliance and Black Student Union has come together to explore the different women in prison, and why they're there. Also to explore issues in prison such as incarcerated transgendered people, incarcerated pregnant women, and reproductive rights, in this crazy system we call democracy.........

FILM: In Sickness and In Health (Film & Discussion Series: Health, Equity, & Social Justice)
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
12:30 - 2:00pm, MUB Theatre 1
“I take you to be my husband / wife... in Sickness and in Health...” As these simple words are often exchanged as part of marriage vows, the civil rights associated with marriage are denied to same-sex couples. For many gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender Americans, saying these words and enjoying their subsequent rights is not an option. Did you know that when a heterosexual couple is married in the United States they are granted over 1,000 rights? The relationship recognition of marriage also impacts how health care is distributed in our country. This film highlights a lesbian couple suing for same-sex marriage in New Jersey, and what it means when one partner is diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease. Join us for this film and discussion, as we explore the politics and legalities of the right to marry and care for, the ones we love, in sickness and in health. Facilitated by Courtney Marshall, from English and Women's Studies, and R. Ellen Semran, Office of Multicultural Student Affairs.

Mike Berry: Speaker - Kidder Lecture Series
Thursday, November 19, 2009
LECTURE: 12:30pm, Holloway Commons - Squamscott Room
RECEPTION: 6:00pm, Holloway Commons - Squamscott Room
Michael P. Berry is the president of a Boston-based consulting and investment firm specializing in the hospitality management industry. He has held leadership positions at such prestigious organizations as Walt Disney, Harvard University, and Barnes & Noble Booksellers. The Kidder Lecture Series brings to UNH outstanding gay men and women from a wide range of industries and professions to share their knowledge and experiences with the entire University community. It is made possible by the Bill Kidder Fund, named for the former dean of students at UNH. Co-sponsored by the Bill Kidder Fund, the President’s Commission on the Status of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Issues, and the Whittemore School of Business and Economics.

National Transgender Day of Remembrance at UNH
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
7:30pm, MUB 145 (DSC Office)
Nationally celebrated on November 20th each year, The Transgender Day of Remembrance memorializes those who have been killed due to anti-transgender hatred or prejudice. The event is held in November to honor Rita Hester, whose murder on November 28th, 1998--like most anti-transgender murder cases--has yet to be solved. Over the last decade more than one person per month has died due to transgender-based hate or prejudice. We celebrate a Transgender Day of Remembrance for several reasons: it raises public awareness about hate crimes against transgendered people; it provides an opportunity for us to publicly mourn and honor the lives of our brothers and sisters who might otherwise be forgotten; it reminds non-transgendered people that we are their sons, daughters, parents, friends and lovers; it gives our allies a chance to step forward with us and stand in vigil, memorializing those of us who have died by anti-transgender violence; and importantly, through this vigil we practice an activism routed in love and respect for all people in the face of national ignorance and indifference.

Panel Discussion: Transgender Identities, Experiences, and Allies
Thursday, November 19, 2009
6:00pm, MUB 338/340
Join us as we have a panel of UNH faculty who will speak about the importance of being an ally to the transgendered community, the history of transgendered identities at UNH, and what it means to be transgendered within the LGBTQ+ community. There will be opportunities for annonymous questions and potential discussions. This event is completely free and you do not need a ticket! Hosted by the UNH Alliance student organization.

"Religion, Sexuality, & LGBTQ Issues"
Thursday, November 19, 2009
7:30pm, Sawyer Hall - Lounge
What does your religion or faith tradition say about homosexuality? What challenges might people of faith have about accepting gay / homosexual individuals? What can a person of faith do as an ally to be inclusive and welcoming of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals? Is it possible to be an ally AND stay true to your faith beliefs? This is an open forum to ask anything! Share your perspective on this issue. Bring your thoughts, opinions, and your questions. Hosted by the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA).

John Trudell: 'A Native Prophet of these Times'
Friday, November 20, 2009
7:00pm, MUB Strafford Room
Legendary Native American poet/activist John Trudell (Santee Sioux) will host a screening of TRUDELL, the highly-acclaimed documentary film about his life and work. John Trudell is an acclaimed poet, national recording artist, actor and activist, whose international following reflects the universal language of his words, work and message. Filmmaker Heather Rae has spent more than a decade chronicling his travels, spoken word and politics in a poetic and naturally stylized manner. The film combines interviews with his allies from the entertainment community, the 'movement' days, and his friends and family with archival footage, concert footage from all over the world and abstract imagery. TRUDELL is intended to be a film that steps outside of traditional forms, even for Native films, and explores a figure of our contemporary history in a way that fairly represents the evocative nature of his work and significance. This event is free of charge and open to the public, and presented by Gedakina, and the UNH Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, UNH Diversity Support Coalition, UNH Department of Residential Life, The Waysmeet Center at UNH, and through grant support from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation and Haymarket Peoples Fund.

OMSA Say What?! "Sexism In The Media"
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
12:30 - 2:00pm, OMSA/MUB 327
Come join us for a talk about misogyny in mass media. What examples are there? Is it still present, and has it changed over time? Discussion will be in an inclusive, safe environment, and everyone is encouraged to speak freely and respectfully! Hosted by the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA).

Focus on Living: Portraits of Americans with HIV and AIDS
Monday, November 30, 2009
12:00 - 3:00pm (drop in), MUB Strafford Room
A national touring photo and text exhibit will be on display at UNH to commemorate World AIDS Day (December 1st). Included in the exhibit is a photo and essay exhibit about the life and legacy of Bill Kidder. Bill Kidder attended UNH and worked at UNH for many years. Upon his death from HIV/AIDS in 1993, the Kidder Fund was established in his name. By 2009, more than $100,000 from the fund has been utilized to support GLBT and HIV education to build a safer, more inclusive UNH community. Learn more about Bill’s life in this photo and essay exhibit.

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