University of Idaho Events for April 30 - May 6

Friday, April 27 2012

MOSCOW, Idaho – The following is a list of University of Idaho sponsored events for the week of April 30 - May 6. Events will take place in Moscow, Boise and Idaho Falls, and are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted.

Monday, April 30
“Mad Men” Mondays
12:30 p.m.
Memorial Gym, Women’s Center Lounge
875 Perimeter Dr. in Moscow
Join the Women’s Center for Season 2 of the award-winning TV series Mad Men and engage in critical discussion of the social issues the show poses. Each episode is approximately 45 minutes long and an informal, interactive discussion will follow. Bring lunch and a friend. For more information, contact the Women’s Center at (208) 885-6616 or wcenter@uidaho.edu.

Interdisciplinary Climate Change Spring 2012 Seminar Series
3:30 p.m.
Teaching and Learning Center, Room 31
875 Line St. in Moscow
Dave Lawrence, scientist from the National Center for Atmospheric Research: NCAR Earth System Laboratory, Terrestrial Sciences Section, will present, "Representing and Evaluating Arctic Terrestrial Climate Change Feedbacks in an Earth System Model." This event is free and open to the public.

Dissertation Defense: John Stubban
4:30 p.m.
Buchanan Engineering Lab
607 Urquhart Ave. in Moscow
John Stubban, doctoral candidate in electrical and computer engineering, will defend his dissertation entitled, "Comparing Point of Use Power Quality in a Shipboard MVDC Distribution System." This event is free and open the public.

Peter Lee, Trumpet
7:30–9:30 p.m.
Bucer’s Coffeehouse
201 S. Main St. in Moscow
Peter Lee on trumpet will perform a graduate student recital.

Tuesday, May 1
Biological Sciences Departmental Seminar: Dr. Axel A. Elling
12:30 p.m.
Life Sciences South, Room 277
770 University Ave. in Moscow
Axel A. Elling, professor at Washington State University’s plant pathology, will present “Lessons from a plant-parasitic nematode: genomes and host-parasite relationships.”

Turning of the Wheel: Retelling Our Own Stories
7–9 p.m.
Idaho Commons, Whitewater Room
875 Line St. in Moscow
As part of the Humanities Exploration series, a "wrap-up session," will take place to reflect and discuss the more than 30 talks, events, exhibits and performances that began last September. The series is coordinated by Rodney Frey, distinguished humanities professor. For more information, visit www.webpages.uidaho.edu/humanities/.

Wednesday, May 2
2012 Moscow Kino Digital Media Festival
7–9 p.m.
Student Union Building, Borah Theater
709 Deakin Ave. in Moscow
Students in the journalism and mass media class “Digital Media Thesis Production” will showcase their work at the annual Moscow Kino Digital Media Festival. This event is sponsored by ASUI Vandal Entertainment and the school of journalism and mass media. This event is free and open to the public. Students will conduct a question and answer period after each screening and defend their thesis work. Audiences are encouraged to vote for their favorite movies.

University of Idaho Commencement, Boise
7:30 p.m.
Boise Centre
850 W. Front St. in Boise
Degree candidates will be recognized individually and presented a diploma case as their name and degree are read. All degree candidates are asked to meet at 6:45 p.m. to start lineup procedures. The University of Idaho Boise will host a reception immediately following the ceremony. Friends, family and faculty are invited to join in congratulating the new graduates. Light refreshments will be served. Tickets are not required for this event. For more information, visit www.uidaho.edu/commencement/.

Thursday, May 3
2012 Moscow Kino Digital Media Festival
7–9 p.m.
Student Union Building, Borah Theater
709 Deakin Ave. in Moscow
Students in the journalism and mass media class “Digital Media Thesis Production” will showcase their work at the annual Moscow Kino Digital Media Festival. This event is sponsored by ASUI Vandal Entertainment and the school of journalism and mass media. This event is free and open to the public. Students will conduct a question and answer period after each screening and defend their thesis work. Audiences are encouraged to vote for their favorite movies.

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
7:30 p.m.
Hartung Theater
625 Stadium Dr. in Moscow
The University of Idaho department of theatre arts presents the musical comedy "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," written in 1962 by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart with music by Tony Award-winning composer Stephen Sondheim. One of Broadway’s greatest musical farces, "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" takes comedy back to its roots, combining situations from time-tested, 2000-year-old comedies of Roman playwright Plautus with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville. When Pseudolus, a wily, lazy, cheating slave, discovers his master’s son is in love with the girl next door — a courtesan — he promises to help win her heart in exchange for his freedom. Satire, puns and cases of mistaken identity abound as Pseudolus concocts a plan so outrageous the whole neighborhood ends up playing a part — whether they know it or not. General admission costs $10. Admission is free for U-Idaho students. Tickets cost $8 for Washington State University students and U-Idaho faculty and staff.

University of Idaho Commencement, Idaho Falls
7:30 p.m.
Willard Arts Center Colonial Theatre
450 A St. in Idaho Falls
Degree candidates will be recognized individually and presented a diploma case as their name and degree are read. All degree candidates are asked to meet at 7 p.m. to start lineup procedures. The President's Office will host a reception immediately following the ceremony. Friends, family, and faculty are invited to join in congratulating the new graduates. Light refreshments will be served. Tickets are not required; however, seating is limited. Please RSVP your party's attendance by calling Carol Baldwin at (208) 282-7900. For more information, visit www.uidaho.edu/commencement/.

Friday, May 4
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
7:30 p.m.
Hartung Theater
625 Stadium Dr. in Moscow
The University of Idaho department of theatre arts presents the musical comedy "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," written in 1962 by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart with music by Tony Award-winning composer Stephen Sondheim. One of Broadway’s greatest musical farces, "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" takes comedy back to its roots, combining situations from time-tested, 2000-year-old comedies of Roman playwright Plautus with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville. When Pseudolus, a wily, lazy, cheating slave, discovers his master’s son is in love with the girl next door — a courtesan — he promises to help win her heart in exchange for his freedom. Satire, puns and cases of mistaken identity abound as Pseudolus concocts a plan so outrageous the whole neighborhood ends up playing a part — whether they know it or not. General admission costs $10. Admission is free for U-Idaho students. Tickets cost $8 for Washington State University students and U-Idaho faculty and staff.

Saturday, May 5
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
7:30 p.m.
Hartung Theater
625 Stadium Dr. in Moscow
The University of Idaho department of theatre arts presents the musical comedy "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," written in 1962 by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart with music by Tony Award-winning composer Stephen Sondheim. One of Broadway’s greatest musical farces, "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" takes comedy back to its roots, combining situations from time-tested, 2000-year-old comedies of Roman playwright Plautus with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville. When Pseudolus, a wily, lazy, cheating slave, discovers his master’s son is in love with the girl next door — a courtesan — he promises to help win her heart in exchange for his freedom. Satire, puns and cases of mistaken identity abound as Pseudolus concocts a plan so outrageous the whole neighborhood ends up playing a part — whether they know it or not. General admission costs $10. Admission is free for U-Idaho students. Tickets cost $8 for Washington State University students and U-Idaho faculty and staff.

For more university events, visit www.uidaho.edu/newsevents/events.
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The University of Idaho helps students to succeed and become leaders. Its land-grant mission furthers innovative scholarly and creative research to grow Idaho's economy and serve a statewide community. From its main campus in Moscow, Idaho, to more than 70 additional research and academic locations statewide, U-Idaho emphasizes real-world application as part of its student experience. U-Idaho combines the strength of a large university with the intimacy of small learning communities. It is home to the Vandals, and competes in the Western Athletic
Conference. Learn more:www.uidaho.edu.

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About the University of Idaho
The University of Idaho helps students to succeed and become leaders. Its land-grant mission furthers innovative scholarly and creative research to grow Idaho's economy and serve a statewide community. From its main campus in Moscow, Idaho, to 70 research and academic locations statewide, U-Idaho emphasizes real-world application as part of its student experience. U-Idaho combines the strength of a large university with the intimacy of small learning communities. It is home to the Vandals, and competes in the Western Athletic Conference. For information, visit www.uidaho.edu.