Wednesday, January 24. 2007 James Baldwin - Down From the Mountaintop with Tony Award nominee Calvin Levels. An Origional Solo Play deplicting the rich and impassioned life of the esteemed novelist, playwright, essayist and civil rights activist James Baldwin. Calvin Levels' spirited portrayal of Baldwin has garnered rave reviews throughout the United States, captivating and inspiring diverse audiences. Mr. Levels' play insightfully captures the spirit and essence of James Baldwin, powerfully communicating Baldwin's main messages of love, equality and social justice. Alumni Recital Hall,7:30 pm. Multicultural Seminars

African-American film festival - February 16-22

February 16:
Boyz in the Hood 1991, USA, 107 min., directed by John Singleton -- 7 p.m.
Jackie Brown 1997, USA, 154 min., directed by Quentin Tarantino-- 9 p.m.

February 17:
The Color Purple 1985, USA, 154 min., directed by Steven Spielberg-- 2 p.m.
Do The Right Thing 1989, USA, 120 min. directed by Spike Lee-- 7 p.m.
Glory 1989, USA, 122 min., directed by Edward Zwick-- 9:15 p.m.

February 18:
Akeelah and the Bee 2006, USA, 112 min., directed by Doug Atchison-- 2 p.m.
Hoop Dreams 1994, USA, 170 min., directed by Steve James --7 p.m.

February 19-22:
Been Rich All My Life 2005, USA, directed by Heather MacDonald, 35mm print.-- 7 p.m.

Lenelle Moise - Thursday, March 8th, 7pm, Mabel Brown Room. – Poet, feminist performer.

Wednesday, February 28th Soul Food Dinner and Gospel Singers
The New Zorn Dining Commons
There will be Soul Food options at each station in the Commons for the evening meal. Sodexo will prepare the food and also offer an educational piece as to what is being served; such as history, origin of spices, recipe, etc. At 6:00 PM a gospel singing group will perform in the Commons. Cost for student, faculty and staff who do not have a dining card is $6.50 for the whole thing! The entire campus community is invited. Co-sponsored by Common Ground and Diversity Commission.