In the Community March 26

In the Community March 26, 2012

A Weekly Calendar of Diversity Events

from The Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony

"If one really wishes to know how justice is administered in a country, one does not question the policemen, the lawyers, the judges, or the protected members of the middle class. One goes to the unprotected--those, precisely, who need the law's protection most!--and listens to their testimony." …James Baldwin (1924-1987), American social critic, novelist, playwright, poet; in "The Price of the Ticket."

ACEH was founded in Holland in 1999 and is committed to justice, equal opportunity, cross-cultural understanding, and appreciation for diversity.  Members and friends work together through programs, advocacy, and social events to make West Michigan a place where all people are welcomed and respected.  "In the Community" is also on the ACEH website: www.harmonyalliance.org/Events

Please help support ACEH.  Dues are $20 a year ($35/two years) for an individual; $30 a year ($50/two years) for a family; $40 for nonprofits; $75 for businesses. You can pay at the website www.harmonyalliance.org/Join with PayPal, or send a check to ACEH, c/o Treasurer Bin Lim, Box 3007, Holland 49422-3007, or sign up at any ACEH meeting or social event. THANKS! ¡GRACIAS!

 

TONIGHT, Mon, Mar 26, 7:30 pm: "Beyond the 11^th: The Power of Humanity," presentation by Susan Retik, whose husband died on 9-11 and who then co-founded a nonprofit organization that provides support to widows in Afghanistan "who have been afflicted by war, terrorism, and oppression."  (616) 234-3946. At Spectrum Theatre, Grand Rapids Community College, 160 Fountain St NE, Grand Rapids.

 

Tues, Mar 27, 7 pm: Free public screening of documentary film, "Freedom Riders," in honor of the 50^th anniversary of the Riders' struggle to desegregate the bus system in the Deep South; panel discussion with local leaders.  Seating is limited; call (616) 331-6777 to reserve.  At Celebration Cinema North, East Beltline Ave NE and Knapp St NE, Grand Rapids.

 

Wed, Mar 28, 1 pm: "Race, Ethnicity, and the Hispanic Vote in American Politics," by GRCC assistant professor Heather Forrest.  Part of GRCC Social Science Department's  Race, Ethnicity and Identity Conference.  At Sneden 108, Grand Rapids Community College, 415 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids.

 

Thurs, Mar 29, 3 pm: "The Japanese-American Experience in World War II," by Professor Yan Bai.  Part of GRCC Social Science Department's Race, Ethnicity and Identity Conference.   At Sneden 108, Grand Rapids Community College, 415 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids.

 

Thurs, Mar 29, 4 pm: 14^th annual César E. Chávez Lecture: "Dare We Be Human? César Chávez and the Challenge of Christian Humanism," by Edgardo Colón-Emeric, assistant professor of Christian Theology, Duke Divinity School.  Sponsored by Hope College Dean for International and Multicultural Education, Office of Multicultural Education, and La Raza Unida.  At Maas Auditorium, Columbia Ave at 11^th St, Holland.

 

Fri, Mar 30, Sat, Mar 31, Sun, Apr 1, various times: 3^rd annual Grand Rapids Latin American Film Festival; open to the public; all films are free.  Sponsored by Aquinas, Calvin, Ferris State, Davenport, and GVSU, with Grand Rapids Community Media Center. Twelve films from different areas (Dominican Republic, Mexico, Guatemala, Brazil, Panama, Venezuela, Colombia, and Argentina) focus on a wide range of contemporary subjects.  Go to www.grcmc.org and click on Event Calendar for schedule and descriptions. (616) 459-4788. At Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St, SE, Grand Rapids.

 

Sat, Mar 31, 5 to 9 pm (doors open at 4 pm): Cambodian Celebration of Easter and Cambodian New Year.  Traditional dance, folk dance, music, skits, food.  Open to the public.  392-1014 or cfcrc@cambodianfellowship.org  Sponsored by Cambodian Fellowship of the Christian Reformed Church.  At Evergreen Commons, State St at Michigan Ave, Holland.

 

Tues, Apr 3, 7 pm: Free public screening of documentary film, "Freedom Riders," in honor of the 50^th anniversary of the Riders' struggle to desegregate the bus system in the Deep South; panel discussion with local leaders.  Seating is limited; call (616) 331-6777 to reserve.  At Celebration Cinema South, 1506 Eastport Dr SE (M-6 & Kalamazoo Ave, SE), Grand Rapids.

 

Wed, Apr 11, 5:30 pm: Senior Recognition and Women of Color Celebration at Hope College; sponsored by Office of Multicultural Education and Dean for International and Multicultural Education.  Tickets $7, available through Tues, Apr 3, at Office of Multicultural Education, Martha Miller Center, 257 Columbia Ave; 395-7867; ome@hope.edu.  At Maas Auditorium, Columbia Ave and 11^th St, Holland.

 

EXHIBITS

·          Through Fri, Mar 30:  Display honoring César Chávez, presented in a Mexican altar theme and prepared by La Raza Unida of Hope College.  The altar is a traditional way to commemorate the life and legacy of a person; Chávez played a leading role in the 1960s by organizing the nation's migrant farm workers.

 

·          Through Mon, Apr 2, 9 am to 5 pm: Freedom Riders, a traveling exhibit that documents the story of the 1961 Freedom Riders, a pivotal event in the civil rights movement.   Includes photos, newspaper clippings, and audio accounts of eyewitnesses.  At Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum, Grand Rapids.

 

SCHOLARSHIPS, CAREER FAIRS, INTERNSHIPS

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital, Grand Rapids, is accepting applications for 2012-2013 scholarships for minority students enrolled or accepted in full-time accredited colleges for a degree in nursing or rehabilitation.  Scholarship varies based on student needs.  Application forms at www.maryfreebed.com; must be postmarked by March 31.

 

http://careerfair.hollandsentinel.com   Website of virtual career fair, open through March 31, connecting job seekers with some 18 companies, colleges, and agencies "for further hiring possibilities."  Sponsored by Holland Sentinel.

 

Pepsico Career Day, Wed, April 4, 9 am to 5 pm. Four event locations in Michigan, including Fifth Third BallPark, 4500 West River Dr, Comstock Park (Grand Rapids).  The company is seeking full- and part-time merchandisers and warehouse loaders.  You must apply online before March 30: www.pepsico.com/careers and meet hiring criteria before you are accepted for an interview. (Persons who do not have access to apply online before the event will be given an opportunity to apply at the site.)

 

www.InterninMichigan.com is a statewide website helping to match students seeking internships with employers looking for interns.  Internships may be paid or unpaid, depending on the nature of the company or agency.