Thursday, Feb. 8
"Forced Labor and Slavery: The Other Side of Trafficking" 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Washington College of Law, room 603 This event will explore the causes of forced labor, common scenarios of slavery, the consequences victims face and what is being done to combat slavery. For more information, contact (202) 274-4075.
Table Talk Lunch Series: "Violent Conflict and Peace: What Are the Private Sector's Roles?" Noon Kay Spiritual Life Center lounge A buffet lunch is provided free to students; a donation of $5 is requested from faculty and staff. Reservations required. For more information, contact (202) 885-3321.
SIS Career Week: How to Be a Networking Success 6:30-7 p.m. Mary Graydon Center, room 200 For more information, contact the Career Center at (202) 885-1800.
SIS Career Week: Alumni-Student Networking Reception 7-8:30 p.m. Mary Graydon Center, rooms 4-6 For more information, contact the Career Center at (202) 885-1800.
"Hamlet" 8 p.m. Greenberg Theatre Through Feb. 24 The most famous play in the English language, Shakespeare's tale explores the ambiguities of revenge, justice and truth. This production will also challenge expectations and assumptions of gender. Tickets cost $5 to $15. For more information, contact (202) 885-2587.
Friday, Feb. 9
Lavender Languages and Linguistics Conference 9 a.m. Butler Board Room. Through Feb. 11 The Department of Anthropology presents the 14th annual conference. Presentations include "Sweet Tea: An Oral History of Gay Black Men in the South" by Patrick Johnson of the Department of Performing Arts at Northwestern University. Registration is $5 to $10. For more information, contact (202) 885-1831.
"Innovative Nonprofit Financing: An Exploration into Socially Responsible Investing" 4-6 p.m. WCL, room 603 This event will explore the way in which responsible investment can contribute to healthy communities, economic equity and a clean environment. Panelists include speakers from Calvert and the World Bank Foreign Investment Advisory Service. For more information, contact (202) 274-4075.
IDPSA Friday Forum 4:30-6 p.m. School of International Service Lounge The International Development Student Association presents an alumni panel discussion as part of SIS Career Week. For more information, contact idfridayforum@yahoo.com.
Saturday, Feb. 10
Gallery Talk: Richard Cleaver 4 p.m. Katzen Arts Center Artist Richard Cleaver will discuss his "Family Fictions" exhibit. For more information, contact (202) 885-1300.
Monday, Feb. 12
"UNmarried ... With Children: Evaluating Legal Constraints and Social Judgments" 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. WLC, room 603 The symposium will explore the social and legal barriers faced by those in nonmarital relationships with children as they strive to gain legal recognition for their families and access to reproductive technologies and adoption. The speakers will also address the legal complexities that arise when nonmarital relationships dissolve when children are involved. For more information, contact (202) 274-4075.
"Feds R Us: Careers in Federal Agencies" 7-8:30 p.m. Butler Board Room School of Public Affairs students are invited to learn more about careers in the federal government. For more information, contact Alexandra Salama at (202) 885-2660.
Bruce Poynter Lecture 7:30 p.m. Kay Spiritual Life Center The Honorable John Lewis will present "Walking with the Wind." For more information, contact (202) 885-3320.
Tuesday, Feb. 13
"Where The Action Is: Innovative State Health Care Initiatives" 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. WCL, room 603 Health care academics, attorneys, government officials and others will speak on the issues surrounding federal and state efforts to regulate the health care industry. For more information, contact (202) 274-4075.
Academic Support Center Workshop: "Writing Research Papers" 5:30-7 p.m. Mary Graydon Center, room 205 This workshop for graduate students will focus on literature reviews and original research. No registration required. For more information, contact (202) 885-3360.
"I Hate Hamlet" 8 p.m. Greenberg Theatre Through Feb. 24 A TV star reluctantly agrees to play Hamlet in New York's Shakespeare in the Park. The ghost of John Barrymore prepares him to play the role of a lifetime in this hilarious comedy by Paul Rudnick. Directed by Carl Menninger. Tickets cost $5 to $15. For more information, contact (202) 885-2587.
Academic Support Center Workshop: "Studying For and Taking Tests" 12:45-2 p.m. Mary Graydon Center, room 205. Improve your test performance with effective study techniques. No registration required. For more information, contact (202) 885-3360.
