Nformation Digest Nov 12, 2009

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 1. Backpack Program Appreciation
 2. IAS/Lied Modern Dance Week: David Dorfman Dance Company
 3. Guest Speaker Lane Hickenbottom
 4. Dr. Shirk will Present "China: Fragile Superpower"
 5. Student Veterans Meeting, Thursday, Nov 12, 8-9pm, Union
 6. Taste Of Africa
 7. Study Abroad at Oxford--All Info Sessions Held in CBA 138.
 8. Whiteclay--Past, Present, Future
 9. Shaolin Warriors Bring Physical and Mental Prowess to Lied
10. Immigration Students Host Diversity Visa Lottery Clinic
11. Planetarium to Unveil Images from NASA Observatories Nov. 15
12. International Education Week--November 16-20, 2009
13. Sigma Psi Zeta Egg Roll Sale!
14. Cocoa on the Fly with Kappa Phi
15. Going Global--Resources for Gaining Global Experiences
16. The Battle For Whiteclay
17. Diversely Different: Discussion on Diversity
18. African American Studies Presents: "Lakeview Terrace"
19. African American Film Festival
20. Study Abroad Scholarship Presentations
21. Native American Hand Game
22. Step Out with the Cultural Ambassadors!
23. Free Thanksgiving Dinner For International Students
24. Alternative Service Break to San Antonio!

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 1. Backpack Program Appreciation
Last week the UNL Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) team held a
donation drive for the Lincoln Food Bank Backpack Program. After a week
of raising awareness and collecting donations, the SIFE team raised a
total of $429. Thank you for everyone's support and contributions. We
are still collecting donations. Go to CBA 217 to help out today!

http://unlsife.wordpress.com
Sponsored by  Students in Free Enterprise
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 2. IAS/Lied Modern Dance Week: David Dorfman Dance Company
Modern dance choreographer David Dorfman and his company will
perform "Disavowal" on Thursday, November 12, at 7:30pm at the Johnny
Carson Theater. Event is free and open to the public.
Contact Dana at danab@huskers.unl.edu to reserve your seat.

Sponsored by  IAS/Lied: Modern Dance Week, 472-3215
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 3. Guest Speaker Lane Hickenbottom
Award-winning Omaha photojournalist Lane Hickenbottom specializes in fun
and artistic wedding photography (laneweddings.com). Lane's work has
appeared in such publications as The New York Times, USA Today and TIME.
Lane will come as a guest speaker on Thursday Nov. 12, 6:30pm, Anderson
Room 15. Open to everyone! No need to register beforehand, just show up!

Sponsored by  UNL Photo Club, helena.esnerova@gmail.com
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 4. Dr. Shirk will Present "China: Fragile Superpower"
Susan L. Shirk, the professor and expert on Global Conflict, and a
leading authority on China, will give the speech, "China: Fragile
Superpower," to explore the state of China's internal politics and the
fears that motivate its leaders on November 12, 6:30pm, 2009 at the Lied
Center. Find out how to get the tickets at the website below.

http://enthompson.unl.edu/
Sponsored by  E.N.Thompson Forum, 201 SEH, 472-0074
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 5. Student Veterans Meeting, Thursday, Nov 12, 8-9pm, Union
The University of Nebraska Student Veterans Organization will meet the
second Thursday of every month at 8pm in the Union. This month, Gary
Chalupa (Lancaster County Veterans Service Officer) will discuss veteran
concerns and questions. Nominations for secretary will be accepted.
For more information email roost@huskers.unl.edu.

Sponsored by  Student Veterans Organization, roost@huskers.unl.edu
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 6. Taste Of Africa
Come join ASA and experience a Taste of Africa through our cuisine,
music and dance at the Culture Center, November 14, at 6pm.
We will be selling tickets at the Union, now through November 13.
Tickets are $7 at the booth and $10 at the door. For more info please
visit our Facebook event page.

Sponsored by  African Student Association
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 7. Study Abroad at Oxford--All Info Sessions Held in CBA 138.
You can still apply for UNL's most popular study abroad program!
Come learn more about the program in CBA 138 All majors are welcome!
Information Sessions: Fri, 11/13--1pm, 1:30pm; Mon, 11/16--11am,
11:30am, 1pm, 1:30pm; Tues, 11/17--2pm, 2:30pm; Wed, 11/18--12:30pm,
1pm, 1:30pm, 2pm; Thurs, 11/19--2pm, 2:30pm; Fri, 11/20--1pm, 1:30pm.

http://cba.unl.edu/outreach/abroad/england/index.aspx
Sponsored by  Nebraska at Oxford, 138 CBA, 472-6805
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 8. Whiteclay--Past, Present, Future
Join Stew Magnuson, the author of the 2009 Nebraska non-fiction book of
the year, "The Death of Raymond Yellow Thunder," for a discussion of the
events going on in Whiteclay, Nebraska and the nearby Pine Ridge
Reservation. The discussion will take place on Saturday, Nov 14 at 4 pm
in the Nebraska City Campus Union.

Sponsored by  Pi Sigma Alpha, Tau Chapter, PiSigmaAlpha@unl.edu
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 9. Shaolin Warriors Bring Physical and Mental Prowess to Lied
Acrobatics, theatre and martial arts combine for a high-energy showdown
of power! The Shaolin Warriors bring the remarkable skill, stunning
movement and spectacular imagery of Kung Fu to the Lied Center for
Performing Arts on Saturday, November 14, at 7:30pm.

http://liedcenter.org
Sponsored by  Lied Center for Performing Arts
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10. Immigration Students Host Diversity Visa Lottery Clinic
Law students will be available at the UNL College of Law on Sunday,
Nov. 15 from 1-5pm to provide free help to eligible foreign nationals who
wish to apply to the diversity visa lottery. For more information please
contact Seth Felton at sfelton@huskers.unl.edu or 472-3271. For more info
about the diversity visa lottery, see the State Dept. website below.

http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/types/types_1322.html
Sponsored by  College of Law Civil Clinic, 172 Welpton Courtroom, 472-3271
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11. Planetarium to Unveil Images from NASA Observatories Nov. 15
Mueller Planetarium will celebrate the International Year of Astronomy
Nov. 15 when it unveils two new mural-sized images of the Milky Way's
core taken by NASA's Great Observatories. UNL Regent Tim Clare will
unveil the stunning photographs to the public at 4pm in the lobby.
This will be followed by an address on black holes by Dr. Jack Gabel.

http://www.spacelaser.com
Sponsored by  Mueller Planetarium, 472-2641
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12. International Education Week--November 16-20, 2009
An initiative of the U.S. Departments of State and Education, Interna-
tional Education Week was first held in 2000, and today is celebrated
in more than 100 countries. There are various events all week long.
Please go to the website below for a link to a schedule of events.

http://www.unl.edu/iaffairs
Sponsored by  International Affairs, isss@unl.edu
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13. Sigma Psi Zeta Egg Roll Sale!
The Xi Charter of Sigma Psi Zeta Sorority, Inc. will be selling homemade
egg rolls on Monday, November 16! We will be in the UNL City Union
from 10am to 1:30pm. Egg rolls will be $1 each, or 3 for $2.50, 6 for $5,
or 12 for $10. Hope to see you November 16!

Sponsored by  Sigma Psi Zeta Sorority, Inc. syzxi03@gmail.com
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14. Cocoa on the Fly with Kappa Phi
Come join Kappa Phi for hot cocoa and treats November 16, 8am-2pm
outside the City Union! A cup of hot cocoa for $1!

Sponsored by  Kappa Phi, St. Mark's on the Campus, 402-741-0833
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15. Going Global--Resources for Gaining Global Experiences
Date and Time: Tuesday, November 17, 4-5pm
Location: Nebraska Union (room will be posted on the day of the event).
This event is open to the public.
Career Services will provide students with resources for global careers
to help students gain global experiences while in college.

http://www.unl.edu/careers/events/intlcareers.shtml
Sponsored by  Career Services, 230 Nebraska Union, 472-3145
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16. The Battle For Whiteclay
OASIS at the Culture center presents--for Native American Month
Celebration--a Movie Night with the showing of "The Battle for
Whiteclay," Tuesday, November 17, at 6pm in the Nebraska Union Crib.
Free and open to the public! Discussion to follow with activist, writer,
film producer--Mark Vasina.

Sponsored by  OASIS at the Culture Center, 472-5500
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17. Diversely Different: Discussion on Diversity
This event talks about diversity and when we first notice differences.
There will be a video and two guest speakers. Following the guest
speakers there will be a short discussion on diversity. The event takes
place November 17, 2009 from 7pm to 8:30pm in room 143 of CBA.
Following the event will be free refreshments and food.

Sponsored by  Diversity Strategic Development Committee, Nebr Union
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18. African American Studies Presents: "Lakeview Terrace"
Ethnic Studies is presenting a special viewing of "Lakeview Terrace"
starring Samuel L. Jackson, Wednesday, November 18, 7pm at the Nebraska
Union--City Campus. Room will be posted under Ethnic Studies.
Discussion will follow. Free and open to the public!

Sponsored by  Patrick Jones 632 Oldfather Hall 472-3250 ETHN 200
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19. African American Film Festival
Please come on Thursday, November 19, at 6:30pm for a free showing
of the movie "Higher Learning" in the Union. Discussion will follow
with light refreshments provided. The movie stars Tyra Banks,
Laurence Fishburne, Omar Epps, Kristy Swanson, Michael Rapaport,
Ice Cube, Busta Rhymes, and Jennifer Connelly. All are welcome!

Sponsored by  303 Seaton Hall P.O. 880685 Lincoln, NE (402) 472-1663
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20. Study Abroad Scholarship Presentations
Recipients of the Edythe Wiebers International Studies Scholarship will
be presenting about their experience on Thursday, November 19, 2009 at
4pm in the Nebraska Student Union. Students interested in applying for
this scholarship should attend. Applications will be available at this
reception.

http://www.unl.edu/iaffairs
Sponsored by  International Affairs- Study Abroad 472-5358
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21. Native American Hand Game
On Friday, November 20, 2009 at 6pm, OASIS at the Culture
Center invites you to a Native American Hand Game in celebration
of Native American Heritage Month. This event will be held at
the Culture Center (333 N. 14th) Free and open to the public.

Sponsored by  OASIS at the Culture Center, (402) 472-5500
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22. Step Out with the Cultural Ambassadors!
Join the Cultural Ambassadors at an International Dance Party, Saturday,
November 21, 9:30pm-1am at Sur Tango, 1228 P St. All UNL students
who attend and show their N-Card at the door will be entered in a
drawing for a $100 University Bookstore gift card. You must be present
to win. See Facebook event page for further information.

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid
Sponsored by  Cultural Ambassadors cao@unlnotes.unl.edu
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23. Free Thanksgiving Dinner For International Students
Come experience an American tradition with a homemade Thanksgiving meal.
Dinner will take place Tuesday, November 24, 6:30pm at Phi Delta Theta
Fraternity House (16th and R St). Event is free and open to all
International Students at UNL and in the Lincoln area. For more
information call number below or email jlszalawiga@huskers.unl.edu

Sponsored by  Christian Student Fellowship, Nebr Union 354, 580-3710
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24. Alternative Service Break to San Antonio!
Come serve with 50 other faculty/staff/students as we travel to San
Antonio over winter break! Work with AIDS Foundation, Family Violence
Prevention Services, urban housing remodeling, education, environment,
and more. When: Jan 2-9. Application deadline: Dec 4. For more info,
visit the website below. See you there!

http://involved.unl.edu/events/service/asb.php
Sponsored by  Service Learning, 200 Nebraska Union, 472.2454
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