2006 International Education Week Photo Contest
Vote for your favorite international photos at the 2006 International Education Week Photo Gallery. Winning photos will be announced at the UAB Goes Global Symposium on Thursday, Nov. 16 at 12:00 p.m.

International Cuisine at the Commons on the Green
Cuisine and culture each day at the Commons on the Green – Enjoy the foods from China, Latin America, Japan, India, & Kenya.

Diwali: Festival of Lights
7:00 pm, Alys Stephens Center & Hill University Center Great Hall

Diwali (Pronounced: DivAHly) is an Indian festival where thousands of lamps are lit in homes inside and outside as a symbol of knowledge and unity in diversity. Come see exhibitions of traditional and modern Indian culture at the Alys Stephens Center. After-party at the HUC Great Hall. Free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Nandini.

UAB Piano Series featuring Sa Chen
4:00 pm, Alys Stephens Center Reynolds-Kirschbaum Recital Hall

Born in Chongquing, China, Chen was awarded third prize and became the first recipient of the Crystal Award at the Twelfth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in 2005. Call 205-975-2787 for ticket information.

China at the Commons on the Green

International Climb
11:00 am — 6:00 pm, Campus Recreation Center, Climbing Wall

Come test out your climbing skills and see if you can reach 20 of the highest peaks in the world! All CRCT members are welcome, event is free and no pre-registration is required.

“Introduction to Spanish for Health Care Professionals 101”
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm, UAB School of Nursing, Rm. G020

Take part in one of the ongoing mini Spanish lessons that are offered by the UAB School of Nursing and also have some fun!! 

Cricket Exposition
7:00 pm — 8:30 pm, Campus Recreation Center Center Court Gym

Come learn the basics of cricket. This exposition will include 30-45 minutes of demonstration and will allow an hour of play time. Cricket is a bat-and-ball team sport played on a roughly elliptical grass field. Cricket originated in its modern form in England and is popular mainly in the present and former members of the Commonwealth. All equipment is provided. All CRCT members are welcome, event is free and no pre-registration is required.

Latin America at the Commons on the Green

“International Opportunities in the School of Nursing”
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm in the Center for Nursing Research 

Learn how you can get involved internationally in the field of Nursing! For more information, please contact Dr. Lynda Harrison in the UAB School of Nursing.

Free Food For Thought: Immigration vs. A Safe US Border: What Should the Balance Be?
12:15 pm, Ryals Bldg. Room 125

Aztec Dance Class
6:30 pm, Campus Recreation Center, Studio 4

Aztec dance is a high energy community dance for all ages and abilities. This dance has roots in the Aztec tradition, and each dance tells a story symbolic of fire, water and other elements. This highly aerobic dance is a great workout for all fitness levels. All CRCT members are welcome, class is free and no pre-registration is required.

Egyptologist Barry Kemp To Speak At UAB
5:30 pm — 7:00 pm, UAB Bell Auditorium

UAB Department of Anthropology will present a lecture by renowned Egyptologist Barry Kemp, a professor of Egyptology at Cambridge University and a fellow of the British Academy.

Foreign Film: “El Bola”
8:00 pm, Hill University Center Alumni Auditorium, Free Admission

Pablo (El Bola) is a 12-year old boy raised in a violent and unforgiving environment. Embarrassed by his family life, he retreats from his classmates, engaging them only through a dangerous game. The arrival of a new boy at school leads to the discovery of a family where communication and love prevail over domination and violence. --In Spanish with English Subtitles. Sponsored by the UAB Dept. of Foreign Languages and Literatures and the UAB Study Abroad Program. Refreshments provided by the Student Activities Entertainment Committee.

Japan at the Commons on the Green

International Game Night
5:00 pm — 7:00 pm, Smolian International House

Join us for an exciting night of fun, food and games from around the world. A great opportunity to test your skills and meet new friends. For more information please contact Stacye Fraser.

21st Century Slavery in Sudan: Living Proof
7:30 pm — 9:00 pm, Hill University Center Alumni Auditorium

Simon Aban Deng, a native of the Shiluk Kingdom in southern Sudan, is a refugee from Sudan and a survivor of child slavery. Today he is an American citizen, working as a lifeguard on Coney Island and leading the struggle to stop genocide in Sudan. Sponsored by the UAB Interculture Committee.

India at the Commons on the Green

UAB Goes Global: International Information Expo
10:00 am — 2:00 pm, HUC Great Hall and Alumni Auditorium

Combined Global Health Symposium (11-1pm Alumni Auditorium), International Expo and Study Abroad Fair. Food, music and lots of information on international opportunities right here at UAB! Come see the world without leaving campus!

Foreign Film: “Howling with the Angels”
7:30 pm, Hill University Center Alumni Auditorium

Howling with the Angels captures the fear and triumph of Czechoslovakia during World War II. In his documentary UAB’s Dr. Jean Bodon learns about his father’s experiences with the resistance during that extraordinary time—and much more about his own hidden heritage.

Kenya at the Commons on the Green

Cultural Etiquette: Focus on China
3:00 pm — 5:00 pm, Medical Towers (MT) 419

Come and start the process of understanding basic cultural do’s and don’ts that will help you show respect and be respected in your interactions with Chinese here or abroad. Free to UAB Employees. Registration deadline: Tuesday, November 14 www.uab.edu/traindev.

Thanksgiving Dinner

Join ISSS for an American Thanksgiving Sponsored by the UAB International Scholar and Student Services and South Highland Presbyterian Church. For more information contact the Smolian International House at 205-934-1205.

The World through Music
6:00 pm — 8:00 pm, Smolian International House

Join John Scalici, a nationally recognized drum circle facilitator, speaker, musician, clinician, and master teaching artist for an evening of food, entertainment and interactive rhythmic fun.

"From Russia with Love" Moscow State Symphony Orchestra
3:00 pm (Pre-concert discussion at 2:00 pm), Jemison Concert Hall

$62 $52 $28 Student Tickets $10. Call 205-975-2787 for ticket information.

UTSAV--A Celebration of Diwali

6:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Alumni Auditorium Join the AIS as they celebrate Diwali! For more information email Rajiv.