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Coach Pitino Supports Dress In Blue Day (Nation Wide, from Mar 04, 2011 12:00 AM to Mar 05, 2011 12:00 AM) — by Evans,Cortney

March is National Colon Cancer Awareness Month – it’s a time to focus on prevention and early detection of colorectal cancer. Coach Rick Pitino and the Kentucky Cancer Program are encouraging everyone to Dress in Blue on Friday, March 4, 2011 as part of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. A nationwide push is being led by the Colon Cancer Alliance to, “Save Lives, Promote Colon Cancer Awareness, and Dress in Blue!”

How Can We Raise Our Children to Be Socially Conscious and Committed to Social Justice? (Student Activities Center, W314, from Mar 02, 2011 05:30 PM to Mar 02, 2011 07:00 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

The Socially Just Parenting Project at the University of Louisville is intended to provide resources and forums for parents who want to raise children who will see the world through a social justice lens and who will be committed to promoting social justice.

Let's Talk: Sisterhood in 2011 (Cultural Center Multipurpose Room, from Mar 02, 2011 12:00 PM to Mar 02, 2011 01:00 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

Black women have made great strides in the past 100 years; we've broken through glass ceilings, been successful in completing college degrees, infiltrated courtrooms and boardrooms. But in the process, are we committed to being our sister's keeper?

City-County Merger(Rationale,Rhetoric and the Reality):African World/Black History seminar (DuValle Education Center Cafeteria, from Feb 26, 2011 11:00 AM to Feb 26, 2011 02:00 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

The African World/Black History seminar is led by Dr. Blaine Hudson. Black History (local and national) topics for this term include: Civil War, Reconstruction, Segregation, Civil Rights--and Beyond

Coffee and Tea Series: Immigration: Broken Policies & Broken Politics (Expressions of You Coffee House and Gallery, 1800 Muhammad Ali. Blvd., from Feb 24, 2011 05:30 PM to Feb 24, 2011 07:00 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

The C&T (Coffee & Tea) Series focuses entirely on international programs and topics of interest. Please join us for Immigration: Broken Policies & Broken Politics with Zenaida Lockard, Ky Equal Justice Center; Ben Ruiz, La Camara; Rev. Pat Delahanty, Catholic Archdiocese and Miguel Lagunes, LMPD Police Academy for Latino Citizens

UofL NETWORK presents:Black Louisville in Pictures and Words (University Club, from Feb 24, 2011 12:00 PM to Feb 24, 2011 02:00 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

Three years in the making, the book combines the first comprehensive historical overview of African Americans in Louisville with the most extensive collection of images related to black Louisville collected. This is a wonderful book which illustrates the depth and richness of the black Louisville community to date.

UofL NETWORK:Black Louisville if Pictures and Words (University Club, from Feb 24, 2011 12:00 PM to Feb 24, 2011 01:30 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

Three years in the making, the book combines the first comprehensive historical overview of African Americans in Louisville with the most extensive collection of images related to black Louisville collected. This is a wonderful book which illustrates the depth and richness of the black Louisville community to date.

African-Americans We See on Reality TV:African World/Black History seminar 1 (DuValle Education Center Cafeteria, from Feb 19, 2011 11:00 AM to Feb 19, 2011 02:00 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

The African World/Black History seminar is led by Dr. Blaine Hudson. Black History (local and national) topics for this term include: Civil War, Reconstruction, Segregation, Civil Rights--and Beyond

(NAACP)UofL Chapter 3rd Annual Freedom Ball (Student Activities Center Multipurpose Room, UofL Belknap Campus, from Feb 18, 2011 07:00 PM to Feb 19, 2011 12:00 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

National Assoc. for the Advancement of Color People (NAACP), Freedom Ball is an annual social engaging event with a purpose of promoting community outreach, to unify diverse organizations and people, social networking opportunities and financial independence

Africa Unite: 2011 Spring Film Festival (Kentucky Center for African American Heritage, from Feb 18, 2011 05:30 PM to Feb 18, 2011 07:30 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

The University of Louisville College of Arts & Sciences Office of Outreach Programs in collaboration with The Kentucky Center for African American Heritage…..Presents the 2011 Spring Film Festival

Minorities In Higher Education Institute (Belknap Campus, University of Louisville, from Feb 18, 2011 10:30 AM to Feb 19, 2011 03:30 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

The institute will serve as a platform to keep continuous dialogue around these issues and to ensure that continuous action is being taken that aids in closing the achievement gap of minority students.

Ricky "FreeWay" Ross:The Rise, Fall & Redemption (U of L School of Music @ Comstock Hall, from Feb 17, 2011 04:00 PM to Feb 17, 2011 06:00 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

As Ross seeks to exit the gangster lifestyle, he is eventually forced to deal with an even more twisted and clandestine organization - the U.S. government. Walk with Ross as he reflects on real world consequences of his early life choices and on the choices which led him on a different path.

International Luncheon:Meet & Greet 3 (Red Barn, from Feb 17, 2011 12:00 PM to Feb 17, 2011 01:00 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

This event is co-sponsored by the International Center and Sister Cities of Louisville.

Let's Talk Luncheon:"Is Black History still Relevant?" (Cultural Center Multipurpose Room, from Feb 16, 2011 12:00 PM to Feb 16, 2011 01:00 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

The Cultural Center & the Assoc. of Black Students (ABS) will host a “Let’s Talk” luncheon on the subject of "Is Black History still Relevant?" We are looking for is a better understanding of what this month means to the Black community and if it is an accurate representation of what the African-American culture is in the US. We often hear individuals state that Black History Month is not "enough", but then what is the alternative.

Importance of Kentucky African American military personnel in Civil War and beyond (The Filson Historical Society,1310 S. 3rd St., from Feb 15, 2011 12:00 PM to Feb 15, 2011 01:30 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

Alicestyne Turley, director of University of Louisville’s Underground Railroad Research Institute, will speak at The Filson Historical Society.

Inclusive Campus Enviroments (ICE) 2 (Shumaker Research Building, from Feb 15, 2011 11:30 AM to Feb 15, 2011 01:00 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

The Inclusive Campus Environments are small, consistent groups of staff dedicated to creating environments that are inclusive and equitable for all. These informal groups will meet monthly over lunch to discuss topics, films, or readings on a variety of topics, as well as share ideas and strategies, and provide mutual support.

A Conversation With Elders (Yearlings Club, 4309 W. Broadway, from Feb 13, 2011 04:00 PM to Feb 13, 2011 06:00 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

Having the wise counsel of elders is a chance to assess our place, plans and decisions in life. This conversation provides that opportunity for our community. Young people will especially be interested in hearing the wisdom of these Elders.

5th Annual Red & Black Ball - For the Love of Harriett (Galt House Hotel, 140 N. 4th Street, from Feb 12, 2011 07:00 PM to Mar 12, 2011 02:00 AM) — by Evans,Cortney

Proceeds benefit the Harriett B. Porter Cancer Education and Prevention Programs at the James Graham Brown Cancer Center at the University of Louisville.

Black Immigration: African World/Black History seminar (DuValle Education Center Cafeteria, from Feb 12, 2011 11:00 AM to Feb 12, 2011 02:00 PM) — by Evans,Cortney

The African World/Black History seminar is led by Dr. Blaine Hudson. Black History (local and national) topics for this term include: Civil War, Reconstruction, Segregation, Civil Rights--and Beyond

Collegiate 100 Week: Black Male Retreat ( S.A.C. Gym , from Feb 11, 2011 10:00 PM to Feb 12, 2011 01:00 AM) — by Evans,Cortney