2010 Diversity Week Events

On Tuesday, April 13, Cristie Jacobsen, Fargo Police Department Cultural Liaison Officer, delivers a lecture on interacting with Fargo-Moorhead’s diverse community at 3 p.m. in the CMU 227. Panelists will discuss interracial adoption Tuesday, April 13 at 5:30 p.m. in CMU 205. After the devastating earthquake in Haiti, individuals attempted to put unclaimed children up for adoption. Were these individuals helping orphans or ignoring a culture’s dignity? Panelists from the community will provide intriguing discussions about these issues. See more Diversity Week events at http://news.mnstate.edu/2010/03/upcoming-diversity-week-events/

Spring “Poker” Walk for Fitness April 15

Did you know…Just 30 minutes of moderate exercise per day, (like walking), can: cut your risk of heart disease by 30%; reduce your risk of hypertension, diabetes and colon cancer by 30%; reduce body fat by an average of 18%; and eliminate undue stress. Therefore, you are encouraged to participate in the….“Poker” Walk for Fitness Thursday, April 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Click headline to read more.

Upcoming MSU Moorhead Music Events

Saturday, April 17, Opera Workshop, 7:30 p.m., Center for the Arts Gaede Stage. For tickets, contact the MSUM Box Office at (218) 477.2271. Sunday, April 18, SnowFire, 3 p.m., Center for the Arts Glasrud Auditorium. Click headline for more upcoming events.

Turning Away from Hate April 14

How can a man who covered his body in Nazi symbols, advocated for the death of Jews and recruited teenagers into the hate movement become one of the nation’s most compelling advocates for the importance of diversity and cultural appreciation? Find out how when Dragon Entertainment Group presents TJ Leyden on “Turning Away from Hate” Wednesday, April 14 at 7 p.m. in the Comstock Memorial Union. Click headline for details.

Ceramics sale April 13-14

The MSUM Ceramics Guild spring sale will be held Tuesday and Wednesday, April 13-14 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the north entrance of the Center for the Arts. These make great bridal shower or wedding gifts! Or, add to your own collection a one-of-a-kind, handcrafted piece of art!