Unity Calendar of Events
The Unity calendar provides a month-by-month overview of meetings and events sponsored by the Unity organizations. Please contact the sponsoring organization for more information.
FEATURED EVENTS
All the questions you want to ask about China but were afraid to ask - (CISCO)
Ednesday, November 28, 6:30-9 pm
Seelye 106, 4:10-5:30 pm
Panel discussion in collaboration with the Global Studies Center and the Economics Department.
Event Poster China Panel (JPG)
Cafecitos - (Nosotras)
Thursday, November 29, 6:30-9 pm
Unity House
Cafecitos is a way for Nosotras to branch out, connect, and discuss current and controversial topics, both in the Smith community, U.S. politics, and beyond, in a relaxed and intimate setting. This venue creates more opportunities for members to unite and discuss, as well as invite Smithies from all different backgrounds to join, discussion topics, which will be introduced by different Nosotras members throughout the year, and can range from sharing feature newes stories to art and poetry. Cafecitos acts as a gateway towards learning about ourselves, one another, and the world outside the "Smith bubble."
Mahjong Night - (CISCO)
Friday, November 30, 7-10:30 pm
Unity House
Wanna play mahjong? The real Chinese four-person player tile mahjong (and not the kind on your computer)? Drop by and join CISCO for Mahjong Night! Don't know how to play? No worries, we'll teach you! Snacks will be served!
Kwanzaa Celebration - (BSA)
Thursday, December 6, 7-9 pm
Mwangi Cultural Center
The BSA Annual Kwanzaa celebration will be an informative / celebratory event both informing those in attendance about the history and significance of Kwanzaa while allowing them to participate in the various Kwanzaa and social activities.
Hope for Us Charity Dinner - (SACSA)
Saturday, December 8, 6-8 pm
Campus Center Carroll Room
Two years ago Haiti was struck by a devastating earthquake. People are still suffering from the aftermath. Proceeds from this charity dinner will be used to support and help victims in need. In addition, proceeds will be donated to countries affected by Hurricane Sandy. These countries include the Dominican Republic & Cuba. Come and enjoy a great dinner and help provide relief to survivors of these disasters! Caribbean and African dishes will be served! $8 presale, $10 at the door
Event Poster Hope for Us (JPG)
PAST EVENTS - ARCHIVE
Transitions
September 2012
Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA), Transitions, is designed to introduce information and resources to first year and transfer students of color that did not participate in the Bridge Pre-Orientation Program. Offered right after the start of fall semester classes, this program will provide an important opportunity for students to ask questions, meet Smith faculty, staff and student leaders, and enjoy a fun activity. By participating in Transitions, students will form connections with other Smithies, receive valuable tips that will enhance personal and academic success, and benefit from a program that is designed to facilitate a successful transition into college life.
Invitations are sent to students and dinner is provided.
Mehndi Night
Friday, October 19, 5:30 pm
Davis Ballroom
South Asian cultural dinner and show. Dinner is $7 at the door and includes Henna. The show is free and starts at 7:15
Event Poster Mehndi Night (JPG)
The Identity Project (MISC)
Saturday, October 20, 11 am-4 pm
Unity House Hearth Room
The Identity Project is a photo project and exhibition loosely based off of Kip Fulbeck's "Hapa Project," in which he traveled around the country photographing Americans of mixed Asian descent and asked them to define WHO they are. In our version, MISC has extended this project to ALL members of the Smith community.
Asian Tea House (ASA/KASS)
Saturday, October 20, 7-10 pm
Sage: Sweeney Hall
You will be exposed to the wonderful Asian culture, with dances and various performances from the 5-colleges!
Event Poster - Asian Tea House (JPG)
What Looks Like Crazy on an Ordinary Day (BSA)
Thursday, October 25, 5-6 pm
Mendenhall Center: Green Room
Playwrights rock the world! Come hear about Pearl Cleage--playwright, novelist, and essayist who'll visit Smith in November.
Event Poster - What Looks Like... (JPG)
Dia de Los Muertos - (Nosotras)
Pan de Muerto Baking & Calavera Decorating
Friday, October 26, noon-4 pm
Mwangi Cultural Center
Events surrounding the Mexican Holiday focusing on family and friends gathering to pray and remember the dead. This is a free workshop associated with the Altar Bulding & History session planned for Tuesday October 30.
Event Poster Dia de Los Muertos (JPG)
SACSA Whine and Dine Event (SACSA)
Friday, October 26, 7:30-9 pm
Mwangi Cultural Center
Free up your body and your appetite at S.A.S.C.A's Whine and Dine event. First loosen up your body with a short African dance class. Then revive your energy with all the snacks and drinks available. ALL for just $1. Enjoy whining and dinin'
MISC General Body Meeting with guest Jennifer Hammond (MISC)
Monday, October 29, 7:30
Unity House
Jennifer Hammond will be joining MISC to discuss family dynamics/structures and how they affect our identities and how we choose to identify. Issues pertaining to transracial/transnational adoption, etc., will also be discussed.
International Students' Day (ISO)
Monday, November 5, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Campus Center Carroll Room
ISO presents International Students' Day. Taste the world in 60 minutes. Each fall, international students coordinate a day of celebration around food from their home countries to be shared with the community. A smorgasbord of recipes from lands far and near will be served. Try something different for a change and help a good cause. $2-4 per dish.
Event Poster IS Day (JPG)
EKTA Celebrates 25 years - (EKTA)
Fall 2012
Video celebrating EKTA and their 25 years at Smith.
Event Video EKTA Celebrates 25 years (video link)
10th Annual Taste of Latin America - (Nosotras)
Friday, November 16, 5-7 pm
Campus Center Carroll Room
Enjoy Quesadillas, guacamole, empanadas, pemil, yucca with onions, rice, chicken, black beans, sopes, flan, agua de horchata, etc. $5 admission pre-sale, $7 at the door. Music by Grupo Fantasia
Event Poster Taste of Latin America (JPG)
