Visions and Voices: African Renaissance: Connecting Cultures thru Musical Journeys
Bovard
7:30pm-
A nation in transformation, South Africa survived centuries of colonization and began a triumphant renaissance of cultures previously oppressed. This concert will celebrate the connections being made by musicians of diverse cultures, taking new musical journeys that integrate traditional and contemporary ensembles and styles. Acclaimed South African musicians Selaelo Selota, Dizu Plaatjies and Xolani Gongxeka will join with USC student ensembles to explore glorious choral harmonies, powerful African rhythms and sensual jazz in a colorful combination of music, costume and dance. John Thomas will direct the USC Thornton Concert Jazz Band, with Megan Solomon leading the Concert Choir. They will perform collaborative compositions by the South African guest artists together with University of Cape Town professor Willie Haubrich and South African composer Peter Louis Van Dijk. A multimedia presentation by Sheila Woodward will offer contextual illustration for each performance. www.usc.edu/visionsandvoices
Sponsored by: Visions and Voices
APRIL 16
Project ReMix: Exploring the Mixed race Generation
El Centro Chicano (UUC 3rd Floor)
5:00-7:00
Not everything is Black and White. Join us for interactive discussions and presentations on: -the meaning of a mixed race presidency -half-breeds, octoroons, high yellows and history -the jungle fever taboo -oreos, bananas, coconuts, oh my! -Cablinasians, Blacktinos, Hapas and ChinoLations What happens to racism when the color lines are blurred? Fall Program Schedule: Sept. 18, 2008 - America's First Black Mixed President
Sponsored by: APASS, CBCSA, & ECC
APRIL 24
Mixed and Match Concert and Bone Marrow Drive
Ground Zero Cafe
7pm-11pm
Did You Know?
Finding donors for multiracial lukemia patients is difficult because two people are most likely to be a match if they are of the same race/ethnicity. Racial minorties make up only 30% of the national registry and multiracials account for less than 2%. You can increase the chances of someone finding a match by spreading the word and registering at this event!
Sponsored by: APASA and Program Board
APRIL 27
Human Rights in Sierra Leone
THH 208
5:30pm-7:00pm
Sierra Leone Educational Enrichment Project, or SLEEP at USC, would like to invite you all to an evening with Mr. Mohamed Pa-Momo Fofanah, Esq., a Harvard Law graduate and Sierra Leone dignitary (biography below). We will be having a lecture followed by a Q&A session on the following topics:
* The role of blood diamonds in the conflict in Sierra Leone.
* Child soldiering.
* Children’s rights in developing countries.
* Requital for war crimes against humanity in the international arena.
* The role of the UN and the United States in helping to resolve international conflict.
* Law professions in the public sector.
* Child defense in developing countries. http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/event.php?eid=66859582005
Sponsored by: Sierra Leone Educational Enrichment Project
APRIL 29
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Black Business Student Association Elections
SOS B38
7:00pm-9:00pm
Are you interested in joining an organization with a strong alumni background? What about an organization that has students in both the Marshall School of Business and the USC community who want to share knowledge and experiences with you? It's time for you to join the Black Business Students!
Black Business Students Association will be hosting elections for the 2009-2010 academic year. Applications are open to all those interested, and we are seeking motivated students who can instill new leadership and ideas into the organization. You do not have to be a business or accounting major to join.
Please send resume and a short reason of interest (150-200 words) to BBSA@usc.edu. Applications are due April 28th at 6pm.
Elections will be held on Wednesday, April 29th from 7:00pm-9:00pm in SOS B38.
If you have additional questions or just want to be a member of our general assembly and join our email list, please do not hesitate to contact us at bbsa@usc.edu.
See you there!
Sincerely,
Black Business Student Association
