Multicultural Affairs
Spring 2008
These events are sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs. The schedule contains programs for Spring 2008. For more information on these events or other university related programs please refer to http://www.etsu.edu/etsu/calendars_cat.aspand to access the University Calendar. The event listing is an ever-changing, evolving schedule. Please check with the Office of Multicultural Affairs for the most up-to-date information or to include an event.
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Black History Month Events
Black History Awareness Month
Red, Black, and Green Ribbon Giveaway
Tri-colored ribbons will be given in commemoration of Black History Awareness Month. Information about African Americans contributions will be distributed.
February 1, 11, & 18
2nd floor Educational Booth
11 a.m. 1:30 p.m.
Co- sponsors: Black Affairs Association
National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Red Ribbon Giveaway
In observance of this day, red ribbons will
be distributed to symbolize the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Free HIV screening tests and information will be available. Tests are
provided by the Washington County Health Dept. and Hope for
Thursday, February 7
2nd floor Educational Booth
11 a.m. 1 p.m.
Free HIV Testing
3rd floor Meeting Rooms 1 & 2
Time: 11 a.m. 3pm
"An Evening of Under the Stars"
The Annual Semi-Formal Dance is an evening of fun. Students have an opportunity to get dressed up and invite a guest to dance and enjoy the evening. All students are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served. Cameras are encouraged!
Saturday, February 16
Ballroom
10 p.m. 2 a.m.
Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs, Black Affairs Association, and Residence Hall Association
Black Affairs Association: African American Arts Week
This year, the Black Affairs Association developed AAA Week in hopes of bringing to light the talents and abilities of all students to heighten awareness for Black history month. AAA Week will invite students to participate and focus on various artistic and educational themes each day.
Monday, February 18 Red, Black, and Green ribbon giveaway
2nd floor Educational Booth
11 a.m. 1:30 p.m
The Ella Baker Tour:
Student Discussion
3rd floor Forum Room
2 p.m. 3:30 p.m.
The Ella Baker Tour:
Public Lecture
Brown Hall
Auditorium
6 p.m.
Candlelight Vigil: Honoring Past Civil Rights
Leaders
ETSU Carillon (
Rain
Location: Cave Patio
Open Mic Talent Night
Tuesday, February 19
Location: Common Grounds
Black History Jeopardy REVAMPED
Wednesday, February 20
This artist beat 50 cent in one of the most highly anticipated album sales competition this year. Know the answer? Make sure you answer in the form of a question! Its Jeopardy revamped for the new millennium. Stop by the source to sign up to receive your informational packet or e-mail MCstaff@ETSU.edu
Meeting Room 6
Student Art Exhibit
Thursday, February 21
Students will display artwork depicting African American themes.
East Tennessee Room
Lecture featuring Demetrius Walker of
dangerousNegro
Friday, February 22 Lecture featuring Demetrius Walker
Co-owner of dangerous Negro (dN) clothing line, Demetrius Walker will talk about developing his own clothing label called dangerousNegro. Walker's dN clothing line is aimed at changing the course of what he feels is the current trend toward the gangster mentality in the black community to one that emphasizes education he will also speak about having motivation to be educated to achieve your goals in life to be a positive influence in your community.
* Reception following presentation
Location: Multipurpose Room, CPA
Hip-Hop Fashion Show featuring
dangerousNegro
Hip-Hop Fashion Show featuring Demetrius Walker and dangerousNegro Clothing Line
Students will strut their stuff in popular
hip-hop clothing trends and shirts provided by dangerousNegro (dN) clothing
line.
Location: Multipurpose Room, CPA
Sponsored by the Black Affairs Association and the Graduate and Professional Student Association
Contact Information:
Laura Terry or Kim DeLaney
Office of Multicultural Affairs
(423) 439-6633