DateBook

November 14, 2006

Campus Events

  • Lunch ‘n’ Learn. Come attend “”Trans 101 Training,”” presented by the UA Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Office. This introductory training session will cover the basics of language, identity, expression, perception and how they impact the workplace. 10:30 a.m. SUMC, Copper Room
  • Job search workshop. Learn the most effective strategies in finding a job or career-related experience. No sign-up required. 11 a.m. SUMC, Room 411
  • Nutrition presentation. Find out how to establish healthy eating and exercise patterns during a presentation by Nancy Rogers. Noon. SUMC, Ventana Room
  • Transgender documentary. “”Toilet Training”” will be screened as part of Transgender Awareness Week. This short documentary about bathroom use and gender space needs of the transgender community will be followed by a question-and-answer session led by Dean Spade. Noon. SUMC, Gallagher Theater
  • Facing Trans. Part of Transgender Awareness Week, “”Facing Trans: Empowerment, Advocacy and Inclusion”” will teach you to be a leader in improving how your department and office can identify needs, include invisible populations, advocate effectively for transgender needs and empower campus community members to feel engaged and equal. 1:30 p.m. SUMC, Picacho Room
  • Lecture. Presented by the department of French and Italian, David Lepoutre will present “”On the Streets of Paris: Youth Culture in the Parisian Banlieue.”” Lepoutre’s lecture will address the urban street culture of Parisian youths in the banlieue, including language, use of space and social interactions. 3:30 p.m. Meinel Optical Sciences building, Room 408
  • Artist speaks reception. Join families and friends of the artists showcasing their artwork as part of Transgender Awareness Week. 4 p.m. SUMC, Kachina Lounge
  • Global climate lecture. Presented by the College of Science, “”Global Climate Change: Disease and Society”” will be presented by Andrew Comrie. 7 p.m. Centennial Hall
  • Upper-division writing workshop. Joseph Stefani will discuss “”Writing a Critique of an Article or Book.”” 4 p.m. Modern Languages building, Room 413

    • Entertainment

  • Free screening. Come see it before it everyone else! An advanced screening of “”Pick of Destiny,”” starring Tenacious D will be free. Passes will available only online at https://www.givemeaxis.com/join.aspx. 7 p.m. SUMC, Gallagher Theater
  • Poker. It is Poker Mix Games Night at the SUMC. 6p.m. $3. SUMC, Games Room
  • Video game tournament. Show off your dance moves at the “”In the Groove”” and “”Dance Dance Revolution”” video game tournament. 7p.m. $2. SUMC, Games Room