FEBRUARY 24
Permanent Collection, a Play, “Put yourself in my place.”
1:15 –5 :00PM
Mo'olelo Performing Arts Company, 930 10th Avenue
A story of Sterling North the African American Director of the Morris Foundation and Museum, and Paul Barrow-the Caucasian Education Director passed over for Sterling’s job. Open to all DOC2 students, transportation provided. $5.00 per student.
Contact: Dr. Abe Schragge at ashragge@ucsd.edu/858-534-2742
Sponsored by Thurgood Marshall College
FEBRUARY 25
Community Educational Series:Which American Public?:
Peoples and Perspectives Missing from the Presidential Debates
6:30–8:00PM
Malcolm X Library, San Diego
A discussion panel on issues and perspectives that shape the lives of “We the People” in San Diego County. This is an excellent opportunity to find out more about current important events. This is a second event in a 4 part community Education Series. Free.
Contact Amy Mudd-coordinator at amudd@ucsd.edu/949-307-0293
Sponsored by UCSD Ethnic Studies Department
and the Malcolm X Library
2nd Annual African American Studies Film Series:
Black Documentary Films
6:00–8:00PM
Student Services Center Multipurpose Room
In celebration of Black History Month, we will be screening tow documentary films, directed by contemporary African American Directors. Featured films are “No (The Rape Documentary)” and “Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats & Rhymes.”
Contact: Jessica Heredia at jmheredia@ucsd.edu/858-534-0613
Sponsored by African American Studies Minor
FEBRUARY 27
Let it flow… Soulful Night at Sixth
7:00PM
At the Lodge, Sixth College
An evening of spoken word, soul food, dance, and art.
Free.
Contact: Marciano Perez or m1perez@ucsd.edu/858-822-2254
Sponsored by Sixth College
FEBRUARY 28
A Food Tasting: African Gourmet
7:00–10:00PM
Eleanor Roosevelt College, Great Hall, International House
Free.
Contact: Alex Ross at 858-822-1791
Sponsored by International House
Frederick Smith and Fiona Fredde:
Author Readings & Discussion on Black & LGBT Literature
5:00–7:00PM
Cross Cultural Center
Fred and Fiona will read excerpts from their latest novels “Right Side of the Wrong Bed.” And “Every Dark Desire.” Engage in a dialogue on LGBT/Black community issues. Light refreshments will be served
Contact: Violeta Gonzales at violetag@ucsd.edu/858-822-2021
Sponsored by Cross-Cultural Center and Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Resource Center
FEBRUARY 29
An Evening of Theatre, Music, Song, and Dance to Celebrate the late Dr. Floyd Gaffney, Professor Emeritus of Theatre
7:30PM
Weiss Forum Theater
Theatre, Music, Song, and Dance to honor the works and life for Dr. Floyd Gaffney.
Contact: Charlie Oats at 858-822-2199
Sponsored by UCSD Theatre Department