Monday, March 24, 2008

April 2008 events at Goshen College

All events are open to the public and are free unless otherwise noted.

April 1
7:30 p.m., S.A. Yoder Lecture: Poetry Reading by Marilyn Nelson, Rieth Recital Hall

Poet Marilyn Nelson is the author or translator of 12 books and three shorter chapbooks. The reading will be followed by a reception and book signing. Sponsored by the English Department and Friends of S. A. Yoder.

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Noon-1:30 p.m., Annual Business Luncheon, Church-Chapel Fellowship Hall

Goshen College and Michiana MEDA (Mennonite Economic Development Associates) host nationally known advertising leader Keith Reinhard. Reinhard will discuss “Advertising in the new media. What changes? What doesn’t?”

Keith Reinhard is chair emeritus of DDB Worldwide, one of the world’s largest advertising networks.

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8 p.m., Spring Mainstage: “Absolutely! {perhaps}” by Luigi Pirandello, Umble Center

Set in a small town where gossip is an everyday practice, the locals attempt to understand the peculiarities of the mysterious new residents in this dark comedy of truth, reality and insanity.Doug Liechty Caskey, professor of communication and theater, directs this 2003 translation by Martin Sherman. Cost: $8 general, $5 for students and seniors.

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7:30 p.m.,Lavender Jazz “World Beat” concert, Sauder Concert Hall

Cost: $7 general, $5 for students and seniors, available at the door only, GC students are admitted free with valid ID.

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8 p.m., Spring Mainstage: “Absolutely! {perhaps}” by Luigi Pirandello, Umble Center

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3 p.m., Spring Mainstage: “Absolutely! {perhaps}” by Luigi Pirandello, Umble Center

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7 p.m., Peggy Seeger Concert, The Old Bag Factory Concert Hall, 1100 Chicago Ave, Goshen.

The Goshen College radio station, 91.1 FM The Globe, is sponsoring this event with folk musician Peggy Seeger, sister of legendary folk musician Pete Seeger.

Tickets cost $17 in advance or $20 at the door, and can be purchased by calling the Goshen College Welcome Center at (574) 535-7566.

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6:30 p.m., Live broadcast of “The Folk Revival Era” with host Denny McOwen, Newcomer Center Room 19

Peggy Seeger will be on the air to spotlight the life, music and social activism of her brother, Pete Seeger. The broadcast is free and open to the public. It can also be listened to on 91.1 FM or on www.globeradio.org.

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7 p.m.,Hazel Wolf Environmental Film Festival, Administration Building Room 28

The Hazel Wolf Environmental Film Network is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality and effective use of environmental media. One of its goals is to raise awareness of environmental issues and inspire people to become more involved with environmental causes.

Four short and full-length films will be shown on various environmental topics. The event is sponsored by the EcoPax Club.

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7:15 p.m., Panel discussion; 8 p.m., Concert with Sones De Mexico, Sauder Concert Hall

A Grammy and Latin Grammy Award nominee in 2007, Sones de Mexico is Chicago’s premier Mexican folk music group and specializes in “son,” a rich and lively Mexican music and dance tradition. Sponsored by the Center for Intercultural Teaching and Learning.

Cost: Free; tickets required. Call (574) 535-7566 to reserve tickets.

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7 p.m.,Hazel Wolf Environmental Film Festival, Administration Building Room 28

Four short and full-length films will be shown on various environmental topics. The event is sponsored by the EcoPax Club.

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7:30 p.m.,Ferron and Barbara Higbie concert, Umble Center

91.1 FM The Globe and “A Women’s Circle” presents Ferron and Barbara Higbie, two prominent female folk artists, in concert. Ferron is one of Canada’s most famous folk singers, and Barbara Higbie is a noted singer/songwriter, pianist and Windham Hill recording artist. Cost: $20 adults, $10 students (in advance); $25 adults, $12 students (at the door)

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7:30 p.m.,GC Orchestra Spring Concert, Sauder Concert Hall

Cost: $7 general, $5 students and seniors, available at the door only

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4 p.m.,Community Hymn Sing, Rieth Recital Hall

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7 p.m.,Parables Worship Team, Rieth Recital Hall

Enjoy an evening with the Goshen College worship team, Parables, for its last performance for this school year.

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9 p.m.,Taizé Worship Service, Newcomer Center 19

This evening’s worship service is modeled after the Taizé community in France. This contemplative candlelight prayer service includes songs, prayers, Scriptures and silence.

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Noon,Afternoon Sabbatical: International Luncheon, Church-Chapel Fellowship Hall

Following a traditional Cambodian meal, Keith and Ann Graber Miller will take us on a fascinating journey to Cambodia that will bring alive the country’s centuries-old history, the marvels of Angkor Wat temples, the trauma of the Khmer Rouge period and the slow but steady recovery of a post-war culture. Keith is professor and chair of the Bible, religion and philosophy department, and Ann is a self-employed design consultant specializing in architectural and interior design.

Cost: $20. Call (574) 535-7565 for reservations; the deadline is April 4.

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7:30 p.m.,Faculty Showcase Recital: Matthias Stegmann, guitar, Rieth Recital Hall

Cost: $7 general, $5 students and seniors, available at the door only

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7:30 p.m., Performing Arts Series: Swingle Singers, Sauder Concert Hall

With five Grammys to their credit, the Swingle Singers continue a 45-year tradition of delighting audiences with their innovative style of vocal performance.

Cost: $12, choral terrace seats, available beginning April 7

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7:30 p.m.,GC Choirs: Earthtones – Songs from Many Cultures, Sauder Concert Hall

The GC Chorale, Chamber Choir, Men’s Chorus and Women’s World Music Choir will present the second annual Earthtones concert, performing choral works from a wide spectrum of countries and cultures.

Cost: $7 general and $5 students and seniors, available at the door only.

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7:30 p.m.,Voices-n-Harmony Gospel Choir Spring Concert, Sauder Concert Hall

Cost: $7 general and $5 students and seniors, available at the door only.

24-27
Senior Commencement Exhibit, Hershberger Art Gallery

Selected works by senior art students, on display during Commencement Weekend.

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1:30 p.m., Nursing Pinning Ceremony, Church-Chapel

A reception will follow this pinning ceremony for the 2008 nursing graduates.

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11 a.m., Baccalaureate Service, Church-Chapel

A worship service for 2008 graduates, their families and friends. President James Brenneman will give the sermon.

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3 p.m., 110^th Goshen College Commencement with keynote speaker Mukarabe Makinto-Inandava, Roman Gingerich Recreation-Fitness Center

A native of Burundi, East Africa, Makinto-Inandava is an advocate for issues challenging developing countries: HIV-AIDS, poverty and war.

Goshen College’s Administration Building, Church-Chapel, Good Library, Music Center, Newcomer Center, Union Gymnasium, Umble Center and Westlawn Lounge are accessible to people using wheelchairs and others with physical limitations.

Directions to the college and a campus map are available at: www.goshen.edu/aboutgc/map.php. For ticket information, contact the Welcome Center, at (574) 535-7566, or e-mail welcomecenter@goshen.edu.

Editors: For more information about this release, to arrange an interview or request a photo, contact Goshen College News Bureau Director Jodi H. Beyeler at (574) 535-7572 or jodihb@goshen.edu.

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