Thursday, 24 Mar 2011
Latino Research Seminar
"Somos del Campo: Latino/a gardeners and farmers in two rural communities of Iowa. A Community Capitals Framework approach." Diego Thompson, ISU sociology Ph.D. student.
Film and discussion with Susana Munoz and Yahaira Carrillo
"Papers" is the story of undocumented youth in the United States and the challenges they face as they turn 18 without legal status. For these individuals born outside the United States but raised in this country, there is currently no path to citizenship. The film follows five undocumented students and the movement in support of the DREAM Act. A discussion led by Susana Munoz and Yahaira Carrillo will follow the 88-min film.
2011 Richard Thompson Memorial Lecture
Bunky Echo-Hawk (Pawnee/Yakama), Native American artist, graphic designer, photographer, writer and nonprofit professional, will present "proACTIVE ARTist," the 2011 Richard Thompson Memorial Lecture at ISU.
proACTIVE ART - Bunky Echo-Hawk
Bunky Echo-Hawk (Pawnee/Yakama) is an artist whose work spans both media and lifestyle. A graduate of the Institute of American Indian Arts, he is a fine artist, graphic designer, photographer and writer. He is also a traditional singer and dancer. The 2011 Richard Thompson Memorial Lecture.