**************************************************** EV 10/21/2004 NEWSLETTER NUMBER 5 **************************************************** CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS: October 21 Thursday Introduction to Buddhism: Revolution from Within 22 Friday Belly Dancing at Old Towne 23 Saturday Theatre and Supper Trip - "Anastasia"* Fahrenheit 9/11 24 Sunday Theta Breakers Run for the Children* RAMADAN ~ Experience a Ramadan Night with us ~ Grad Night at Flicks 25 Monday Drawing with Ed Stanton* International Chorus* 26 Tuesday Ideas for Making Your Life at Stanford Satisfying* 27 Wednesday Money Management Dinner Discussion* Wednesday Tour: Highlights of Mountain View* 29 Friday Submission Deadline: Spouse Education Fund 30 Saturday CPR/First Aid Class* 31 Sunday EV Double Tennis Tournament* November 1 Monday President's Dinner* 5 Friday "Raymonda" - Bolshoi Ballet* 6 Saturday Habitat for Humanity at Daly City* 7 Sunday EV Goes to "Big Basin" Redwood State Park* - Be Positive You Are Negative - Join the Hip-Hop Dance Group - Learn Aikido - Volunteer at Village Rental Co-op - International Playgroup Co-op - Upcoming Classes and Events at the Bechtel I-Center * Starred events require advance signup. See individual event listings below for details. Information in this newsletter is also shown on the EV website: http://ev.stanford.edu/Newsletter --------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Introduction to Buddhism: Revolution from Within *TODAY* Thursday, October 21st, 7:30pm-9:00pm Sequoia Room, 2nd Floor Tresidder Union Gandhi urged us to "be the change we wish to see." Once we live the way to tap into our Buddha nature, we can realize the infinite positive potential to make the world a better place. The common ground of Gandhi and Maathai all lies in "revolution from within" - the central spirit of Buddhist practice. Feature: - Documentary film of Wangari Maathai, 2004 Nobel Peace Laureate and the Green Belt Movement she initiated, showing how the determination of one individual can change the world - Presentation and personal experience illustrating the concept of "Human Revolution" in Buddhist practice For more information, visit http://www.stanford.edu/group/wpb/oct21.html or email chiewhui@stanford.edu, wlau@stanford.edu. Sponsored by World Peace Buddhists --------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Belly Dancing at Old Towne Friday, October 22nd, 9:00pm-11:30pm Graduate Community Center The CA's for Buildings 1-4 and 10-15 are organizing belly dancing lessons at the Graduate Commuinity Center. We will have the dancer give a one-hour lesson and then a demo. Snacks will be served. Free to all residents. Sponsored by EV CAs --------------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Theatre and Supper Trip - "Anastasia" Saturday, October 23rd, meet at I-Center at 5:15pm Hillbarn Theater, Foster City American and International students are invited to join an outing to view "Anastasia", Marcelle Maurette's drama about the mystery surrounding the Grand Duchess Anastasia of Russia. The Plot: a mystery that still puzzles historians: 76 years after the execution of Tsar Nicholas II and his family, a woman claims she is the surviving Grand Duchess Anastasia. Is it myth, legend or truth? To join the trip, send an email to plarm@stanford.edu with the following information: name, nationality and carpool information (can you drive, take passengers or do you need a ride?). Upon receipt of email confirmation, please pay $5 to Marga, Anna or Pauline at the front-desk of the I-Center (second floor). Seats are limited and will be shared between both U.S. and international students. This program is supported by a grant from the Riddle Family Foundation, which seeks to promote interactions between U.S. and international students. There will be a $5 fee per person. Pre-registration required, email plarm@stanford.edu. Sponsored by Bechtel International Center --------------------------------------------------------------------- 4. Michael Moore's Fahrenheit 9/11 Saturday, October 23rd, screenings at 3pm and 6pm Meyer Forum Room, Meyer Library, Room 124 Two screenings of Michael Moore's Fahrenheit 9/11 will shown at 3pm and 6pm. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, email syssoyeva@stanford.edu --------------------------------------------------------------------- 5. Theta Breakers Run for the Children Sunday, October 24th, registration starts at 8am Stanford Stadium Join hundreds of other walkers/runners in the 19th Annual Theta Breakers Run for the Children on Sunday, Oct. 24, Reunion Homecoming Weekend. It's a 5K Walk/Run and 10K Run that goes through Stanford campus. Hosted by Kappa Alpha Theta, Theta Breakers benefits Child Advocates of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties, which trains and supports Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) to work one-on-one with an abused or neglected child. Registration starts at 8 a.m. at Stanford Stadium. There will be four award categories - men, women, two person adult/child teams and five-person teams. Teams must be pre-registered. Participants will receive an official race T-shirt and can enjoy music, refreshments and drawings for prizes. You can sign up online: http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1159196. For more information, check out www.cadvocates.org or email susan@cadvocates.org Students $12 in advance; $15 on race day Sponsored by Kappa Alpha Theta --------------------------------------------------------------------- 6. RAMADAN ~ Experience a Ramadan Night with us ~ Sunday, October 24th, 6pm Graduate Community Center, 750 Escondido Road Ramadan is a special month of the year for over one billion Muslims throughout the world, and Fasting Ramadan is one of Islam's foremost pillars and greatest symbols. Join us at the fast-breaking dinner* followed by a presentation on Ramadan and Fasting. RSVP to cultural_interaction@yahoo.com Questions? Call 650-384-5236 Sponsored by the Cultural Interaction Club --------------------------------------------------------------------- 7. Grad Night at Flicks Sunday, October 24th, 6:45pm-9:00pm, SUID required Memorial Auditorium Free donuts and free tickets to I-Robot! Come meet your fellow grad students, grab a donut from Daily Donuts, and enjoy the show! FREE for all students! Stanford ID required. For more information, visit http://flicks.stanford.edu/ or email spletter@stanford.edu. Sponsored by Graduate Student Council --------------------------------------------------------------------- 8. Drawing with Ed Stanton Monday, October 25th, 1:30pm-3:30pm Dining Room, Bechtel I-Center New projects each week! Learn to see in new and more perceptive ways! Everyone is welcome to join the class! To attend, just sign-up at the I-Center in advance! For more information, visit http://icenter.stanford.edu/families/ or email Gwyn Dukes at gdukes@stanford.edu. Sponsored by Bechtel International Center --------------------------------------------------------------------- 9. International Chorus Monday, October 25th, 4:30pm-5:30pm The Post Room Room, Bechtel I-Center NEW CLASS THIS FALL QUARTER! Learn songs from around the world and teach a song from your country! No experience necessary! To attend, just sign-up at the I-Center in advance! For more information, visit http://icenter.stanford.edu/families/ or email Gwyn Dukes at gdukes@stanford.edu. Sponsored by Bechtel International Center --------------------------------------------------------------------- 10. Ideas for Making Your Life at Stanford Satisfying Tuesday, October 26th, 3pm - 5pm Back Lounge, Bechtel I-Center Find out about local options that match YOUR interests and create a plan for your time here! To attend, just sign-up at the I-Center in advance! For more information, visit http://icenter.stanford.edu/families/ or email Gwyn Dukes at gdukes@stanford.edu. Sponsored by Bechtel International Center --------------------------------------------------------------------- 11. Money Management Dinner Discussion Wednesday, October 27th, 6pm - 8pm Escondido Village Center Join your neighbors for a discussion on managing your funds. Ankit Sahu, a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch, will be our special guest. The first lesson Ankit will teach: attend free dinners! Free to all students and spouses/partners RSVP to ev_money@hotmail.com ASAP; Space, like money, is limited. Sponsored by EV Education/Cultural Committee --------------------------------------------------------------------- 12. Wednesday Tour: Highlights of Mountain View Wednesday, October 27th, 9:00am-12:30pm Meet at Escondido Village Center at 9 AM On this tour, we'll visit the new Community School of Music & the Arts, point out places for economical shopping, see the Performing Arts Center, get an overview of downtown Mountain View, the transportation hub and the site of the Farmer's Market, and visit Shoreline Park, where you can windsurf or rent a boat on the lake! The cost is free! To attend, just sign-up at the I-Center in advance! We will go in private cars. CAN YOU DRIVE? Contact Gwyn if you can help! For more information, email Gwyn Dukes at gdukes@stanford.edu. Sponsored by Bechtel International Center --------------------------------------------------------------------- 13. Submission Deadline: Spouse Education Fund Friday, October 29th, submit by 4pm Bechtel I-Center These modest grants assist spouses in furthering their educational/career goals while at Stanford. Application forms are available on the I-Center notice board or the upstairs desk. Submit completed forms at the I-Center upstairs desk or Room 219 by 4pm, October 29. For more information, visit http://icenter.stanford.edu/families/ or email Gwyn Dukes at gdukes@stanford.edu. Sponsored by CCIS and Bechtel International Center --------------------------------------------------------------------- 14. CPR/First Aid Class Saturday, October 30th, 10:00am-3:30pm Escondido Village Center Do you know how to act in an emergency? Adult CPR/First Aid knowledge is essential in that kind of situation. Learn how to recognize an emergency, recognizing signs of a heart attack, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and splinting and bandaging techniques. Breakfast and light lunch will be provided. Space is limited so register early! There is a $15 fee per person, to be paid at the location on the day of the event. RSPV to acmarta@stanford.edu by Wednesday, 10/27/04 at 5pm. Sponsored by EV Community Service Committee --------------------------------------------------------------------- 15. EV Double Tennis Tournament Sunday, October 31st, 8-11am, 5-10pm Stanford West Campus Tennis Courts Men's double and Mixed double tennis tournament. All levels are welcome. Please register by emails, include: Name : you and your partner Types: Men's double or Mixed double Contact informaiton: email, phone... Level: beginning, intermediate, advanced... Depends on how many players will register and we may have different groups of players according to their levels and have different round of matches. We will use brand new balls for each match and all the preliminary matches will be 1 set with 6 games (play tiebreak if 6-6). Semi-final, that will be a 1 set with 8 games (play tiebreak if 8-8). Final 3 sets for 6 games for each set. Registration deadline: Friday 12pm. Oct 29. Free to all the EV students and spouse To register, please send email to Pengfei Qi at qipf@stanford.edu ASAP Sponsored by EV Sports & Outdoors Committee --------------------------------------------------------------------- 16. President's Dinner Monday, November 1st, 6:00pm-7:30pm Nairobi Room, Graduate Community Center President John Hennessy will visit the graduate student community on Monday, November 1. He will have dinner and conversation with 20 graduate students in the Nairobi Room (second floor) at the new Graduate Community Center from 6-7:30 p.m. This is an opportunity for you to meet the President and discuss issues of interest or concern regarding graduate life. The dinner is informal and there will be a vegetarian option. The Graduate Community Center is located at 750 Escondido Road. If you're interested in attending the dinner, please email Andy Hernandez at android@stanford.edu no later than Sunday, October 31 and provide the following information: Name School or Department Topics for Discussion If the sign-ups exceed the 20 spaces allotted, we will select students randomly from groups divided by school. If you are selected to attend the dinner, you will be notified via email on Thursday, October 29. --------------------------------------------------------------------- 17. "Raymonda" - Bolshoi Ballet Friday, November 5th, 8pm Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley "The Bolshoi Ballet has been and remains a barometer of Russian culture at its finest and classical ballet at its most exciting...a major cultural event by any standard," said the San Francisco Chronicle of the legendary company's sold-out engagement at Cal Performances in 2002. Under the dynamic artistic direction of Alexei Ratmansky and accompanied by the famed Bolshoi Orchestra, the company brings Yuri Grigorovich's grand classical production of Raymonda, set to a colorful score by Alexander Glazunov. Incorporating extracts of Petipa's original choreography, this medieval tale of romance and chivalry is a feast for the eyes, featuring luxurious sets and costumes, plus dazzling solos by the Bolshoi's brilliant dancers. The show will take place on Friday, Nov 5th at 8:00pm at the Zellerbach Hall in Berkeley. Cost is $37 per ticket for Stanford students, $40 for non-student spouses/partners. If you would like to attend this event, please send an email to zoea@stanford.edu. Please mention if you would like one or two tickets. Winners will be determined by lottery. Entries must be received by Thursday, October 21. For more information visit: http://www.calperfs.berkeley.edu/presents/season/2004/special_events/events/bolshoi.php Sponsored by EV Education/Cultural Committee --------------------------------------------------------------------- 18. Habitat for Humanity at Daly City - Volunteer Opportunity! Saturday, November 6th, 7:30am-4:30pm Daly City Sign up now! Come help build homes for low-income families at the Peninsula Habitat for Humanity site in Daly City. We will provide lunch. You don't need to have experience, just the willingness to work, learn, meet new people, and to have fun! We will work inside if it rains. RSVP to geeliek@stanford.edu for more details and to sign up. We will arrange carpools to get to the site. Please respond by Monday, Nov 1st. Please also let us know if you can drive your own car. RSVP to geeliek@stanford.edu by Monday, Nov 1st. Sponsored by EV Community Service Committee --------------------------------------------------------------------- 19. EV Goes to "Big Basin" Redwood State Park Sunday, November 7th, meet at 9am in front of EV office Big Basin Redwood State Park Would you like to see 300 feet tall trees, but not travel too far? Would you like to go out to the wild for just a few hours? or would you like to spend a day in nature and meet other EV folks,.... if you answered yes to one of these questions, then this event is for you! EV is going to Big Basin RedWood State Park on Sunday Nov. 7th. We will meet in front of the EV office at 9am and then carpool to Big Basin state park. I'm aiming to get on time for the guided redwood walk. This is a great walk among the largest trees you have ever seen. After this short walk we will head to Buzzard's Roost, a 5 mile roundtrip hike to great views. We will try to be back to Stanford by 5-6pm. What to bring: Hiking shoes. Layered clothing as it might be a little bit cold. Sandwiches for lunch (although we might provide some snacks). *Rain cancels Hike. ** Number of people will be limited by the number of car seats available. If you can drive, please e-mail mlustig@stanford.edu. Free for all students RSVP to mlustig@stanford.edu please indicate if you have a car and willing to drive. Visit http://www.bahiker.com/southbayhikes/bigbasin1.html for more information about the hike. Sponsored by EV Sports & Outdoors Committee --------------------------------------------------------------------- - Be Positive You Are Negative Free, Anonymous HIV Testing with Trained Peer Counselors at Vaden Health Center. Don't like needles? Ask your counselor about Orasure, the needle-free oral test alternative. No fees. No hassles. No excuses. Call 82336 (V-A-D-E-N) for an appointment. The Anonymous Peer HIV Testing Program has been providing counseling and testing services to the Stanford community for over ten years. We offer free and confidential HIV testing through Vaden Student Health Center. --------------------------------------------------------------------- - Join the Hip-Hop Dance Group Meets periodically to do mini-routines, relax, unwind, and have fun Email Sarah at sratanas@stanford.edu ~~~ DO YOU LIKE TO HIP-HOP DANCE? ~~~ The undergrad campus has * 4 * hip-hop dance groups, but there are none for the grad students!? We are looking to get a group of grad students together for an informal LOW-COMMITMENT hip-hop dance group that meets periodically to do mini-routines and basically relax, unwind, and have fun! No prior dance experience is necessary. This is a brand new idea we would like to run by other graduate students. We are considering an informational/planning meeting in the next couple weeks, but before we organize it, we would like to get a feel for how many graduate students would be interested in either being a member and/or organizer of the group. If interested, please email Sarah at sratanas@stanford.edu and indicate how you would like to be involved and any specific goals you might have for a hip-hop group (exercise, performance, social aspect, etc.)! --------------------------------------------------------------------- - Learn Aikido Every Week Day (M-F) 11:30am - 12:30pm Arrillaga Wrestling Room Aikido has its origins in the centuries old traditions of Japanese martial arts. It is a form of budo (martial ways of self refinement), a way of life that seeks to polish the self through a blend of rigorous physical training and spiritual discipline. There is no attack in Aikido. It is an art of self-defense against an unprovoked attack. Its uniqueness as a martial art lies in its awareness of a deep sense of harmony with all of creation, therefore training is designed to defend not only the self, but to bring the attacker under control without the necessity of inflicting injury. Practice is designed to develop: Aikido skills, conditioning, self-confidence, and a spirit of loving cooperation. Because of Aikido's non-competitive, harmonious philosophy, men, women, and children of all ages can train together in a mutually supportive atmosphere, and at an energy level appropriate for each individual. Free to try for several classes! ($50/quarter to join the club) Start anytime! For additional information, visit http://www.stanford.edu/group/aikido/ --------------------------------------------------------------------- - Volunteer at Village Rental Co-op The Village Rental Co-op, located in the basement of Abrams, has great stuff that you can rent for cheap. Our selection includes camping gear, baby stuff, and things for your visitors to sleep on. Please see our website at http://www.stanford.edu/group/EV/Misc/VRC/ As always, WE NEED VOLUNTEERS. Our organization is completely run by volunteers. Volunteering is easy and fun, the time commitment is minimal, and you get a free dinner for you and a guest once per quarter. You also receive substantial discounts on rentals and get to meet great people. If you're interested, please e-mail dalee@math.stanford.edu. If you would like to take on a larger role, we are in desperate need of an equipment manager. --------------------------------------------------------------------- - International Playgroup Co-op Join other parents to share child care and get some time-off! I-Center spouses have started a playgroup co-op and an evening babysitting coop. Contact : Charlotte (acgiovan@sbcglobal.net), (650) 838-9454 or Alexandra (alexandra@cristinziani.de), (650) 812-0561, for more information. --------------------------------------------------------------------- - Upcoming Classes and Events at the Bechtel I-Center Check out http://www.stanford.edu/dept/icenter/families/classes.html for an extensive listing of upcoming classes and events from the Bechtel International Center. --------------------------------------------------------------------- How to Post Announcements to this Newsletter: This newsletter will go out on Thursdays each week before 5pm. Stanford-affiliated organizations can submit their events online at http://ev.stanford.edu/submitevent.shtml before 5pm on Wednesday the night before the newsletter goes out. Announcements sent later than 5pm on Wednesday will not make that Thursday's newsletter. --------------------------------------------------------------------- END EV NEWSLETTER NUMBER 5, October 21, 2004