Leading Edge Workshops

Week 4:

• "Marriage Matters: The Spirituality, History and Ethics of Same Sex Marriage", Tuesday, October 19, 7:00-9:00 pm, Parmacy 305

• LGBT History Film: "Before Stonewall", Tuesday, October 19, 4:30-6:30pm, Women's Center.


Join Mina Carson, Professor of History, as she presents the film "After Stonewall" and discusses the history of the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered) movement in the United States.
"The Eagle's Shadow: Why America Fascinates and Infuriates the World" - Mark Hertsgaard, Wednesday, October 20, 7:30-9:00 p.m., LaSells Stewart Center.

Mark Hertsgaard is an independent journalist whose work has appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic Monthly, Time, Newsweek, and other publications at home and abroad. Hertsgaard frequently contributes to National Public Radio and hosts the weekly investigative news program Spotlight for the national satellite network Link TV. http://www.markhertsgaard.com/

Week 5:

• "Christianity and Gay Marriage: Two Views", Monday, October 25, 7-9:15pm, Gillfillan Auditorium

• "Put Off Procrastination", Wednesday, October 27, 12pm, MU 213

• Film: LGBT's of Color: "James Baldwin", Thursday, October 28, 5:30-7:00pm, Black Cultural Center

Enjoy dinner and a film about the life and influence of James Baldwin, once a major twentieth century American author, a Civil Rights activist and, for two crucial decades, a prophetic voice calling Americans, black and white, to confront their shared racial tragedy. James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket captures on film the passionate intellect and courageous writing of a man who was born black, impoverished, gay and gifted.

• Volunteer Opportunity: "Trick or Treating for Food", Thursday, October 28, 5:45-8pm, Student Health Services #337

Peer Health Advocates and other Oregon State University students will be collecting food from the Corvallis community. The food will go to Mid-Valley Housing Plus, an organization that serves mentally ill clients.

• Fireside Chat (featuring Kathy & Roger Sego as they share their entrepreneurial experiences), Thursday, October 28, 7:30-8:30pm, Weatherford Hall D107.
· Fireside Chat (featuring John Pilcher, e-commerce and real estate entrepreneur), Friday, October 29, 7:30-8:30pm, Weatherford Hall D107.

Week 6:

• Get It Together with Time Management", Tuesday, November 2, 4-5pm, MU 211
• "Relaxation Techniques", Tuesday, November 9, 4-5pm, MU 211

Week 7:

• "Voices from the Middle East: Addressing Stereotypes and Misconceptions", Friday, November 12, 4:30-6pm, Women's Center In this panel OSU students from the Middle East will discuss common stereotypes about their countries and their personal experiences, culture, religion, Women's Issues and the US.
• "Relax: Learn Stress Management", Wednesday, November 17, 12-1pm, MU 213

Core 4: Diversity Understanding

• "Marriage Matters: The Spirituality, History and Ethics of Same Sex Marriage", Tuesday, October 19, 7:00-9:00 pm, Pharmacy 305

• LGBT History Film: "Before Stonewall", Tuesday, October 19, 4:30-6:30pm, Women's Center

• "Christianity and Gay Marriage: Two Views", Monday, October 25, 7-9:15pm, Gillfillan Auditorium

• Film: LGBT's of Color: "James Baldwin", Thursday, October 28, 5:30-7:00pm, Black Cultural Center

• "Voices from the Middle East: Addressing Stereotypes and Misconceptions", Friday, November 12, 4:30-6pm, Women's Center