Calendar
Feb. 1
Lunchtime Forum
11:30 a.m.-1:20 p.m., Heilman Dining Center, Richmond Room
Jeffrey Riehl (Music) will speak on "Mozart's Requiem: Debunking the Myths." Faculty and staff should sign up for a free lunch by contacting Gwen Waddy at gwaddy@richmond.edu or 289-8519 by noon Jan. 27.
Feb. 2, 3 and 5
International Film Series
A State of Mind
This film from British director Daniel Gordon offers a rare and often chilling glimpse into the culture of North Korea. In documenting the lives of two children preparing for the Mass Games, the film gives perspective on the lives of those around them in a land largely unknown in the West. Free and open to the public. Thursday and Sunday showings are at 7:30 p.m. in Jepson Hall 118. All Friday showings are at 3 p.m. in Adams Auditorium of Boatwright Memorial Library.
Feb. 3
"Juvenile Justice in Richmond"
12:30 p.m., Tyler Haynes Commons, Center for Civic Engagement
Light lunch provided for this discussion program featuring the Hon. Kimberly O'Donnell, Richmond Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court judge.
Feb. 3
Comedian Azhar Usman
7 p.m., Jepson Alumni Center, Robins Pavilion
Azhar Usman is one of the few American Muslim stand-up comedians. Writing and performing comedy for five years, he has developed an act based on transethnic and intercultural issues. The event is sponsored by A More Perfect Union and the IQRA Academy of Virginia. Admission is $20 for students and $30 for the public.
Feb. 5
Piano Recital
3 p.m., Booker Hall of Music, Camp Concert Hall
Richard Becker, associate professor of music, will present a concert that includes works by Mozart, Beethoven and Schumann.
Feb. 6
Jepson Leadership Forum
"A View from the Hill and Beyond: A Conversation with Bob Dole and George McGovern"
7 p.m., Modlin Center
Join two longtime senators and presidential candidates for a talk about politics and civility. Free tickets can be ordered through the box office at 289-8980.
Feb. 7
Movie, Two Towns of Jasper
9 p.m., Tyler Haynes Commons, The Pier
True account of "modern day lynching" of James Byrd Jr. in Jasper, Texas, in 1998.
Feb. 8
Brown-bag lunch: "What's Happening with Local Richmond Gangs?"
1-1:45 p.m., Center for Civic Engagement
A local FBI agent will present the first in the series "What Does Religion Have to Do with Violence?" sponsored by the Chaplaincy.
Feb. 8
Lecture "Perspectives on Race and Identity in Art and Writing of the American South"
6:30 p.m., Weinstein Hall, Brown Alley Room
Opening lecture for the exhibit "Street Opera: Reconsidering the Art and Writing of Margaret May Dashiell (1869-1958)" with Michael Harris, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Lucinda MacKethan, North Carolina State University; and Diana Vincelli, University of Richmond and co-curator of the exhibition. From 7:45-9 p.m. there will be a reception and viewing of the exhibition in the Lora Robins Gallery of Design from Nature.
Feb. 8
"Gangs, Gangsta Rap and Glory to God: Roles for Rhythms and Religions in Relating to Street Organizations"
7 p.m., Tyler Haynes Commons, Alice Haynes Room
Jaleel Abdul-Adil, assistant professor of clinical psychology at the University of Illinois at Chicago, will speak. His current research focuses on the impact of cultural identity, community context and rap/hip hop media on the engagement and effectiveness of programs that target urban families of youth who have symptoms of mental health disorders. He is a former rap music editor and writer for the Chicago Sun-Times.
Feb. 9, 10 and 12
International Film Series
Brothers (Brodre)
Winner of the Audience Award for World Cinema at the 2005 Sundance Film Festival, Danish filmmaker Suzanne Bier's gripping psychological drama examines shifting dynamics between two very different brothers. Free and open to the public. Thursday and Sunday showings are at 7:30 p.m. in Jepson Hall 118. All Friday showings are at 3 p.m. in Adams Auditorium of Boatwright Memorial Library.
Feb. 9
Talk by Nancy Tuana
"The Speculum of Science: Knowledge and Ignorance in the Field of Women's Bodies"
4 p.m., Weinstein Hall, Brown-Alley Room
Tuana's lecture is the third in the 2005-06 WILL/WGSS speaker series. She will examine the science of women's health and sexuality through the lens of the women's health movement in the United States. Free and open to the public.
Feb. 10
"Military Toxins Project"
12:30 p.m., Center for Civic Engagement
Light lunch provided for this program featuring Doris Bradshaw, environmental justice activist and nationally recognized grassroots organizer.
Feb. 12
CIGNA Scholars Black History Month program
2 p.m., Tyler Haynes Commons, Alice Haynes Room
Join speakers as they share historical aspects of the month and offer reflections on the past and its implications for the future. Student groups also will provide entertainment. Refreshments will be served.
Feb. 14
Open office hours with President Cooper
3-5 p.m., Maryland Hall, Room 203
Students may meet with President Bill Cooper in his office. No appointments are necessary.
Feb. 15
Lunchtime Forum
11:30 a.m.-1:20 p.m., Heilman Dining Center, Richmond Room
Kibibi Mack-Shelton (History) will speak on "Love, Courtship and Sex of Yesteryear." Faculty and staff should sign up in advance for a free lunch by contacting Gwen Waddy at gwaddy@richmond.edu or 289-8519 by noon Feb. 10.
Feb. 15
Tucker-Boatwright Series in Documentary Film
Mad Hot Ballroom
7 p.m., Jepson Hall, Room 118
The debut feature film from Cuban-born director Marilyn Agrelo, Mad Hot Ballroom follows fourth and fifth graders as they journey into the world of competitive ballroom dancing. A conversation with the director will follow the screening. Free and open to the public.
Feb. 16, 17, and 19
International Film Series
The Edukators
Director Hans Weingartner's German film depicts the limits of political activism and the state of political idealism.
Feb. 16
Enhancing Richmond
6:30-8 p.m., North Court Reception Room
President Bill Cooper will lead a question and answer session for students.
Feb. 16
"Sci-Fi: The Fictions that Rule Men's Lives"
9 p.m., Tyler Haynes Commons, The Pier
Chris Kilmartin, Ph.D. and stand-up comedian, a professor of psychology at the University of Mary Washington, will speak. He is author of a solo theatrical performance on men's issues that toured more than 200 campuses and other venues and is a nationally recognized expert on the prevention of sexual assault and sexual harassment on college campuses.
Feb. 17
"Risk Communications or Spin-doctoring: Managing the Public Perception of Environmental Justice Conflict"
12:30 p.m., Center for Civic Engagement
Light lunch will be provided for this discussion featuring Alma Moore, communications and public relations specialist.
Feb. 21
Open office hours with President Cooper
1-3 p.m., Maryland Hall, Room 203
Staff members may meet with President Bill Cooper in his office. No appointments are necessary.
Feb. 21
"Richmond Public Schools: Problems and Possibilities"
7 p.m., Weinstein Hall, Brown-Alley Room
Speakers TBA for this Build It 2006 event.
Feb. 21
Edward C. and Mary S. Peple Lecture
7:30 p.m., Jepson Hall, Room 118
Marita Golden will speak on "The Writer's Voice and Authority: Who Said You Couldn't Say That?" She is a teacher, lecturer and writer. A reception will follow in the Heilig Meyers Lounge. Free.
Feb. 21
Movie,4 Little Girls
9 p.m., Tyler Haynes Commons, The Pier
This documentary shows how a racially motivated crime in Birmingham, Ala., recharged the civil rights movement in America.
Feb. 23, 24 and 26
International Film Series
The Other World (L'autre Monde)
The story of a French-born Algerian who leaves Paris for Algeria in search of her soldier lover. Along the way she is caught between her open-minded attitudes as a modern French woman and the Algerian Muslim traditions with which she was raised. This is a tense and timely thriller that also serves as a political and moral allegory. Free and open to the public. Thursday and Sunday showings are at 7:30 p.m. in Jepson Hall 118. All Friday showings are at 3 p.m. in Adams Auditorium of Boatwright Memorial Library.
Feb. 23
Jepson Forum
"Public Deliberation in a Diverse Society"
7 p.m., Jepson Alumni Center
What is public and what is private and where, in a pluralistic society, does religion fall? Jean Bethke Elshtain, a political philosopher from the University of Chicago whose work demonstrates the connections between our political and ethical convictions, leads this discussion. Free tickets can be ordered through the box office at 289-8980.
Feb. 25
Play, Beauty for Ashes
2 p.m., Modlin Center, Camp Concert Hall
An original production by Living Word Stage Co., a Richmond-based theater group dedicated to illuminating African-American experiences. The story is told through poetry, prose, monologue and music.
Feb. 23, 24, 25; 7:30 p.m.
Feb. 26; 2 p.m.
University Dancers annual spring concert
Modlin Center, Alice Jepson Theatre
University Dancers will present their 21st annual spring concert, "Beyond Boundaries." Dance forms include modern, ballet, jazz and tap. Tickets are $15 with discounts for seniors, children, and Richmond faculty, staff, alumni and students. They can be purchased through the Modlin Center box office at 289-8980 or online at http://modlin.richmond.edu.
Feb. 28
Quest Panel: "How Does My Faith Inspire Me to Respond to Domestic Violence?"
7 p.m., Weinstein Hall, Brown-Alley Room
Members of various religious communities will discuss how their faith motivates them to work to end violence against women.
Feb. 28
Movie, Higher Learning
9 p.m., Tyler Haynes Commons, The Pier
Youngsters from different countries, races and social background are forced to integrate when they all enroll in Columbus University. Students are strained to the breaking point by prejudice, inexperience and misunderstanding.
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