Lectures

Contemporary History Institute Speaker Series
May 22 at 4 p.m.
Brown House Seminar Room
John E. Woods, history professor and director of the Center for Middle East Studies at the University of Chicago, will speak on "Stereotyping Arabs." For more information contact Kara Dunfee at (740) 593-4362 or dunfeek@ohio.edu.

International Studies Forum
May 23 from 4 to 5 p.m.
Scripps Hall, Anderson Auditorium
Panel discussion on sustainable local development. For more information contact Jennifer Cochran at (740) 593-1842 or cochraj1@ohio.edu.

Events

Old English Reading Group
Mondays during spring quarter, from 5 to 6 p.m.
Ellis Hall 113
Associate Professor Marsha Dutton from the English Department will be leading an informal Old English reading group. Anyone interested -- faculty, staff, undergraduates -- is welcome to participate. There's no need for any history or knowledge of Old English Dutton said, "We'll do it inductively, and it will be fun." Contact her for more information at (740) 597-2752 or dutton@ohio.edu.

Retirement Reception
May 22 from 2 to 4 p.m.
1804 Lounge, Baker University Center
The Office of the Registrar invites you to a reception in honor of Records Management Coordinator Mary Ann Fowler as she retires after 35 years of service to Ohio University (her retirement will be effective June 1).

Retirement Reception
May 23 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Bromley Hall lobby
The School of Accountancy cordially invites you to a retirement reception to honor O'Bleness Professor of Accounting Florence C. Sharp. All members of the University community are invited.

Farewell Reception
May 29 from 3 to 5 p.m.
Alumni Lounge, Baker University Center
Associate Director of the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism Michael J. Bugeja has been named as the new director of the Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication at Iowa State University. Please join us in wishing him well in his new position. A special presentation will take place at 3:30 p.m. Contact Nell Ann Kittle at (740) 593-2503 or kittlen@ohio.edu for information.

12-hour Dance Marathon for Celiac Disease
May 24 from noon to midnight
South Pole, Nelson Commons
Participants must preregister or register the day of the event between 10 and 11 a.m. All proceeds will go to the Columbus Children's Hospital, The Gluten Free Gang Support Group in Columbus and the University of Maryland Center for Celiac Research. Contact Kelli Marimpietri at (740) 594-8662 or km131900@ohio.edu for more information.

"bLue trAin" by Guy Goodwin
through July 4
Adleta Galleries, Canaanville
"bLue trAin" features drawings and paintings by the internationally exhibited, post-minimalist artist and Chauncey resident, Guy Goodwin. The opening will be celebrated with the artist, along with DJs, dancing, Big Chimney breads and cheeses and refreshing libations. Visit www.adleta.net for directions and more details regarding the show and opening.

Msi Kah Qui Lodge Pow Wow
May 24
Hocking College Campus, 3301 Hocking Parkway, Nelsonville
This event is hosted by Americans interested in Native American Indian folklore. There will be crafters offering Native American Crafts and ceremonial dances will be performed twice daily. For more information contact Ray Baker at (740) 592-5322.

Quilt National '03
May 24-September 1
The Dairy Barn
Quilt National is a biennial exhibition of innovative, contemporary art quilts. This exhibition demonstrates the transformations taking place in the world of quilt art, and features artists from around the world. Cost is $5 for adults and $3.50 for seniors, children 12 and under are free. For more information call (740) 592-4981 or visit www.dairybarn.org.

Performances

"She Calls Up the Sun"
May 21-27 from 8 to 9:30 p.m.
Hahne Theater, Kantner Hall
This new play is written by Addae Moon (MFA 2002). A storm is approaching, bringing torrential rains and a ghost from the past. Using a needle, thread and memory Mary tries to create a safe place to harbor her soul. For reservations, call (740) 593-4800. Tickets are $9 general admission, $7 for students and seniors.

Wind Ensemble and Combined Choirs
May 22 at 8 p.m.
Memorial Auditorium
John Climer and Peter Jarjisian will conduct. For more information call Meryl Mantione at (740) 593-4244 or mantione@ohio.edu.