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Tuesday, 01 Oct 2019

The Case Against Free Speech - P.E. Moskowitz

Oct 01, 2019

7:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures Live Green

P.E. Moskowitz will discuss their new book, "The Case Against Free Speech." The book looks at how one of our most treasured rights -- free speech -- is rarely the equalizer we assume it to be, but rather is defined and redefined by those in power to reflect their ideals and agenda. Constitution Day Lecture

Wednesday, 02 Oct 2019

Soulware: The American Spirit in Global Higher Education - Dr. Way Kuo

Oct 02, 2019

4:10 PM

Alliant-Lee Liu Auditorium, Howe Hall

free

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures

Way Kuo, president of City University of Hong Kong and a member of the National Academy of Engineering. Kuo will discuss how the process of internationalization in higher education has enabled the rapid development of universities around the world.

Thursday, 03 Oct 2019

Documentary: Voices from Mariel

Oct 03, 2019

6:00 PM

198 Parks Library

free

University Library Arts, performances Diversity

The director recounts the story of five individuals who come to the United States from Cuba in the 1980 boat crisis from the Mariel Port. Lucia Suarez, associate professor in world languages and cultures, will lead a Q&A after the screening.

Friday, 04 Oct 2019

Performance: Hikaru

Oct 04, 2019

10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Stephens Auditorium

$4 advance/$5 door

Iowa State Center Arts, performances Diversity

Explore Japanese folk music through Hikaru's magical melodies and striking rhythms. Ensemble leader Nobuto Yamanaka brings together the distinctive three-string Tsugaro shamisen, powerful taiko drums, Japanese flute, songs and dance in a stunning performance that will carry you to the soaring mountains and rugged seas of Japan.

Brown Bag Series: American Sign Language

Oct 04, 2019

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Gallery, Memorial Union

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Diversity Meetings, receptions

"Brown Bag American Sign Language: Deaf Culture and Language," training for employees and community members interested in learning basic signs and more about deaf culture. You do not need to attend every session in order to learn from this series. Bring your lunch and an open mind for this interactive course.