Valparaiso Law Immigration Clinic: Community Forum on Deferred Action

If you entered the U.S. before your 16th birthday and are under the age of 31, you may be eligible for Deferred Action. With Deferred Action, you cannot be deported for two years, and you can obtain a work permit.

When:     Saturday, November 10, at 12:30 p.m for Check in.
                  Session: 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Where:     Valparaiso University Law School, (in Tabor Classroom)
                   Wesemann Hall, 656 S. Greenwich St, 
                   Valparaiso, IN 46383 

At the forum, we will:

• Explain what “Deferred Action” means
• Help you to figure out if you’re eligible
• Teach you how to apply for Deferred Action
• Help you decide whether you need a lawyer to assist with your application

Multicultural Evening


Welcomes

Dr. Elizabeth Christo-Baker

Speaking on…

 

Sierra Leone

At Union Community Church

United Church of Christ

602 Monroe St.

Valparaiso, IN 46383

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

A light meal served

Main Entree, salad, bread, and beverages

Please RSVP by November 12, 2012

464-3197 or

Come relax and have fun!

Dr. E. Anne Christo-Baker is a native of Sierra Lone who moved to the United States with her family in 1988. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics and Social Studies from the University of Sierra Leone. During her time in the US, she has earned a Master's Degree in Organization Development and a Doctorate in Leadership Studies, both from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. She is currently an Assistant Professor of Organizational Behavior & Leadership in the College of Business at Purdue University North Central in Westville Indiana. Her academic career includes being a presenter and reviewer for international, national, and regional conferences and serving on dissertation committees. She also has expertise as a trainer and consultant both nationally and internationally. She is the mother of three wonderful sons and grandmother of three adorable grandchildren.

Valparaiso University invites the public to a free lecture:

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2012

Poetry Presentation: Lynch Reads Lynch • 4:15 p.m.

Harre Union Ballrooms B and C

Pizza, Pop, and Books • Book Signing • 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.

Harre Union Ballroom A

Attendees are invited to share in pizza and pop, courtesy of the Union Board. 

Thomas Lynch’s books will be offered for sale, and he will be present to sign them.

PLEASE SEE ATTACHED FLYER

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Multicultural Evening

Welcomes

Tina M. Allen-Abulhassan

Speaking on…

Adventures of Saudi Arabia 

At Union Community Church

United Church of Christ

602 Monroe St.

Valparaiso, IN 46383

Wednesday, August 8, 2012

6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

A light meal served

Main Entree, salad, bread, and beverages

Please RSVP by August 6, 2012

464-3197 or

Come relax and have fun!

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SAVE THE DATE! - September 22, 2012 FROM 5 TO 9PM.

[And please spread the word by forwarding this message to anyone you think would be interested!]

Attached documents: VIC FESTSave the Date + VIC Sponsorship info

This is a CALL-OUT for:

- SPONSORS: 3 levels, World Class Citizen, Internationally Inspired, and Global Grassroots - see attached flier for full details. 

- DONATIONS: All donations welcome!  In kind, or in any dollar amount, you choose.

- BOOTH/TABLE PARTICIPANTS: Cultural organizations or groups, or other organizations willing to present information or activities with a cultural or international focus, can set up a table with information about your group and its activities and/or give demonstrations, showcase talents, etc. (with cultural/International theme). DISCOUNTED RATE for those who register by Sept 3!!! 

- ART or MUSIC TEACHERS or SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS: provide art/music experiences for the Kiddie Activity table(s), with cultural/Internationally themed art or music activities.

- PARTICIPANTS: Come out and enjoy the day with us on September 22!

- SPREAD THE WORD: Print out the fliers attached (in COLOR, if you can) and post in your office, club, grocery store, etc. 

For more information about this fundraiser for the VIC, please contact    Thanks!

Valparaiso International Center
Mission Statement

The Valparaiso International Center is a cultural organization that fosters connections between residents

and the increasing number of international community members through

Cultural events, partnerships, educational programs, and resources.

VIC Board Members

Hugh McGuigan (Chair);  Dorothy Warner (Vice Chair);  Zahra Nwabara (Secretary);  Diane Chilian (Treasurer);   Duane Davison (Past Chair); 

Danni Mancusi-Shreve;   Kenny Kincaid

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Hungry? Would you like some authentic Mexican food? Would you like to learn how to cook a Mexican dish?

Then come to LIVE and OMP's event 

COOKING DEMO and Dinner 

October 16th, 6pm

Gandhi King Center

La Cabana restaurant (located on  807 Lincolnway) is going to be the guest Chef for this event and will 

demonstrate how authentic food is cooked and prepared.

Following the demonstration a full dinner will be served. 

You can purchase your tickets on the welcome desk of the Union. 

($5 students with ID and $7 others) 

Please hurry as space is limited!

Any questions or concerns email: or

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Samuel Payan

Program Coordinator

Office of Multicultural Programs

Valparaiso University

P: 219.464.5255

Email: 

Abigail Washburn

Tuesday, Oct. 16, 7:30 pm

Valparaiso University Harre Union Ballroom

Sponsored by the Valpo Graduate School and the Confucius Institute's Fifth Annual Great Lakes Music Festival

Tickets:

In Advance: $12 Adults; $8 All Valpo Faculty, Staff, Students, and children under 12

Day of event tickets: $15 Adults; $10 All Valpo Faculty, Staff, Students, and children under 12

Buy tickets at the Harre Union info desk, or online HERE:

http://union.universitytickets.com/user_pages/event.asp?id=405&cid=35

American banjo player Abigail Washburn pairs American folk elements with the sounds of China, creating music unlike anything anybody's ever heard before.  She has been featured on PBS, NPR, and is a TED Fellow.

Abigail made a name for herself singing in Chinese on her debut album Song of the Traveling Daughter (2005), and with her collaborative music project known as Abigail Washburn and the Sparrow Quartet, a group that includes now-husband and banjo virtuoso Bela Fleck, cellist Ben Sollee and fiddler Casey Driessen.

After an earthquake devastated the western province of Sichuan in 2008, she teamed up with Shanghai-based producer David Liang in 2009 to raise money and awareness for the victims. A benefit album, Afterquake, turned the voices of people affected by the disaster into music.

Washburn will serve as artist-in-residence on Valpo's campus from Oct. 15-17.  During that time, she will rehearse with a variety of guest and university musicians who will collaborate with her for a portion of her Oct. 16 performance.  Washburn will collaborate with Chinese musicians from the Beijing Central Conservatory of Music, the Shanghai Conservatory of Music, and Xishan High School of Renmin University, as well as Valparaiso University's own Traditional Chinese Music Ensemble.

Visit Abby's website at http://www.abigailwashburn.com/

Check out a video of Abby performing here: http://youtu.be/ocDHjYvq2Hw

View Abigail's TED Talk here:

http://www.ted.com/talks/abigail_washburn_building_us_china_relations_by_banjo.html

For more information call 219-464-5313, or visit valpo.edu/grad.

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Sarah Farmer

Associate Director of Student Services

Valparaiso University Graduate School

Phone: 219.464.5313    Fax: 219.464.5381

valpo.edu/grad

http://www.facebook.com/ValpoGraduateSchool

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