Nov. 10, 1997
VOL. 27, NO. 11
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CultureFest: Our Taste Of The World
Leslie Rice
Homewood
News and Information
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This is the week when the Homewood campus gets to show its
most exotic and brilliant colors. It's the 10th annual
CultureFest, and student cultural groups have organized a series
of lectures, performances, forums, films and food shows that will
highlight the vast diversity of cultures, activities and
lifestyles of the Hopkins population. You can sample Caribbean
cuisine, discuss democracy in Mexico and Africa, even dance to
the klezmer beat of "Karolsvillitznyer Tanz" ("Charles Village
Dance" ).
The vision for "CultureFest '97: Celebrating our Diversity,"
says Evelyn Amoako, who is co-chairing the event with Anita
Bandoji, is not only to celebrate the university's diversity but
also to reinforce its unity.
One highlight during the celebration, which began last
weekend and continues through Saturday, Nov. 15, will be "Voices
of Korea," a Tuesday, Nov. 11, performance by 12 of Korea's most
popular vocal artists, who are currently performing in a rare
two-week U.S. tour. The event features a musical program
representing a 2,000-year history of Korea, with a range of vocal
styles from Buddhist chant (pompye) to the passionate solo
operatic form of pansori.
For more information about the events listed below, call the
Office of Multicultural Affairs at 410-516-5435.
Monday, Nov. 10
Lecture
Ephraim Isaac, biblical scholar, linguist, philosopher,
musician and peace activist, will speak on "Inter-Ethnic
Conflicts Today: The Positive and Negative Aspects of
Ethnicity."
Born to an Ethiopian mother and a Yemenite
Jewish rabbi,
Isaac is a graduate of Harvard Divinity School and the first
Ethiopian to earn a doctorate at Harvard. He will talk about
multiculturalism and inter-ethnic relations as witnessed through
his personal experiences. Free. 7 p.m., Garrett Room, MSE
Library.
Tuesday, Nov. 11
Film
Skin Deep. Could your vision be skin deep? This film is a
journey into the hearts and minds of young people today as they
struggle with their country's racial legacy. Free. 4 p.m.,
E-Level Coffee House.
Concert
"Voices of Korea." Adorned in beautiful costumes, 12 of
Korea's leading vocalists and musicians will transport you back
to the royal Korean court of centuries past. The program, which
includes some of the country's most cherished folk music, begins
with an ancient Buddhist chant followed by performances of kasa,
shijo and kagok. Free. 8 p.m., Shriver Hall.
Wednesday, Nov. 12
Ethnic food showcase
The first of three such showcases, this event features a
variety of foods presented by members of the Inter-Asian Council.
Free. Noon, Levering Lobby, Levering Hall.
Discussion
"A World of Difference: Diversity and Identity in a
Multicultural Society." Has multiculturalism taken over? This
workshop, sponsored by the Counseling Center, will provide the
opportunity to explore diversity issues and learn more about
yourself and the people of the Hopkins community. Free. 6 p.m.,
Glass Pavilion, Levering Hall.
Performance
"Charm City Klezmer." Dance with Charm City Klezmer in this
event co-sponsored by Hillel and the Jewish Students Association.
Charm City Klezmer adds a hip, new sound to the age-old Jewish
dance music brought to America by Eastern European Jews in the
beginning of this century. The group even has its own song called
"Karolsvillitzyner Tanz" (Charles Village Dance). Free. 8:45
p.m., Great Hall, Levering Hall.
Thursday, Nov. 13
Lecture
"Mexican Teachers' Movement for Democracy." Lilia Vasquez is
a leading organizer of Mexico's dissident teachers' union called
the National Coordination of Education Workers. She will talk
about how the country's teachers movement is aligning with
neighborhood and campesino organizations, workers groups and
student organizations in its struggle for democratic changes.
Sponsored by the Department of Sociology. Free. Noon, Garrett
Room, MSE Library.
Ethnic food showcase
This ethnic food showcase, co-sponsored by the Black Student
Union and the Hopkins Integrated Club for Southerners, highlights
the foods representing black-American and Southern culture,
complemented by dishes from Baltimore's best soul food
restaurant, Micah's. Free. 1 p.m.; Sherwood Room, Levering
Hall.
Discussion
"Can Democracy Work in Africa?" This round table discussion
is sponsored by the African Students Association and hosted by
John Murangi, philosophy professor at Towson University, and Siba
Grovogui, Hopkins professor of political science. Free. 4 p.m.,
Garrett Room, MSE Library.
Lecture
David Mixner. For the first 30 years of his life, Mixner,
afraid of jeopardizing the life he had built, told no one he was
gay. Mixner's personal account, a book titled A Stranger Among
Friends, describes his struggle to overcome his personal
insecurities and lifelong battle at the forefront of civil
rights, anti-war and gay rights movements.
A longtime friend of President Bill Clinton's,
Mixner helped
shape policy at the White House and will give his
behind-the-scenes insight into the political maneuvering behind
the Clinton administration's failure to repeal the ban on gays in
the military. Free. 7 p.m., Mudd Hall Auditorium.
Friday, Nov. 14
Ethnic food showcase
The last of these showcases, this fest is sponsored by the
Caribbean Cultural Society and the African Students Association
and features food with an island flavor, in addition to
traditional African dishes. Noon, Sherwood Room, Levering
Hall.
Lecture
"Caribbean and African History and Culture." The Frederick
I. Scott Symposium, in honor of the first black graduate of The
Johns Hopkins University, presents Rolphe Trouillot, chairman of
the Department of Anthropology. Trouillot will discuss his
findings from research conducted in concert with various
universities about Caribbean and African issues. Free. 3 p.m.,
AMR1 Multi-Purpose Room.
Dance
The Sankofa Dance Theater presents an interactive
performance that portrays "Griot," a surveyor of African history.
Through beautiful dance, music and storytelling, the troupe will
transport its audience through time to the plains of Africa.
Free. 8 p.m., Glass Pavilion, Levering Hall.
Poetry Night
Tony Medina of the Nuyorican Poets will read, followed by
student poets from all over Baltimore. Free. 10 p.m., E-Level,
Levering Hall.
Saturday, Nov. 15
Banquet, comedy show, dance party
"The International Phenomenon." Satisfy culinary cravings
with cuisine from around the world, offered by Baltimore's finest
restaurants. After dinner, comedian Andy Evans--who has appeared
with comedy stars Martin Lawrence, Chris Rock and Tommy Davidson-
-will perform. He is currently writer and producer of their radio
program, "The Comedy Counselor Mailbag." Then a dance party will
feature DJ's from 92Q with free T-shirts and CD giveaways. $10
for banquet and comedy show, $2 for dance party only. 7 p.m.,
Glass Pavilion, Levering Hall.
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