Diversity Week 20089 - it's about you!
Monday 16 to Friday 20 March

From 16-20 March, the University of Melbourne will be celebrating the rich diversity within the University community and throughout the City of Melbourne.

A 'diverse' and lively program has been organised by the staff and students of the University, with the support of Equity & Diversity Planning. Please support these events and raise awareness of the benefits of being part of a vibrant and diverse campus community!

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Events:
Monday 16 March
Tuesday 17 March
Wednesday 18 March
Thursday 19 March
Friday 20 March

Monday 16 March

African Movie Monday
The University of Melbourne’s Africa Club brings movies on African themes to you! Today’s movie: Sarafina (1992). Followed by a braii (Southern African BBQ) and traditional Botswanian ginger drinks!
3.00pm-5.00pm
Doug McDonnel Bdg, Level 5 Theatrette (Room 521)
Contact Ahmed for further details

The Grounded Project
This project aims to increase the social inclusion of young refugees through the creative arts. It will partner school groups in areas with high refugee populations with professional artists to develop theatrical pieces that will be performed at a high profile, one night festival, piloted in Melbourne.
9.00am-3.00pm
South Lawn (also on Friday, same time, same place!)
Contact Jasmina for more information

Tuesday 17 March

Diversity Week Launch
Dr Muhammad Kamal (Asialink) will launch the Diversity Week 2009 program. Introduced by Professor Glyn Davis, Vice-Chancellor, University of Melbourne.
12.00pm for a 12.15pm start
Theatre A, Elisabeth Murdoch Building
To RSVP please email Leander at shanyak@unimelb.edu.au

Website Launch: ‘The New Era’ - International Commerce Students Society (ICSS)
The ICSS have brought their website to a ‘whole new era’ by making it interactive. Want to find out about career/employment opportunities? Want to meet more international students? Find out how you can use the website to answer questions and meet international students at the University of Melbourne. Lunch provided.
12.00pm- 2.00pm
Turner Theatre, Botany Building
Contact Chee Weng Chow or go to www.icss.co.nr

ISS Diversity sculpture
International and local students are invited to the ‘Student Services Carnival’ to help International Students Services create one global, woven sculpture symbolising the diversity yet interconnectedness of student population at the University of Melbourne.
12.00pm-3.00pm
North Court, Union House
For more information contact Bree, International Student Services

Welcome to returning and mature age students
The Returning and Mature Age Students Society are hosting a welcome for students - listen to a guest speaker and join in the food and discussion with other Uni students (all students welcome).
12.30pm-1.30pm
Gryphon Gallery, Graduate Centre
RSVP required. Please email Robert to RSVP.

African Movie Tuesday
The University of Melbourne’s Africa Club brings movies on African themes to you! Today’s movie: Tsotsi (1996).
3.00pm-5.00pm
Harold White Theatre, Arts Centre, Room 224
Contact Ahmed for further details.

Discussion Panel: The Dying Patient - Cultural and Spiritual Beliefs Moovin’ Health (Rural Clinical School Rural Health Club) is holding a discussion evening to facilitate a better understanding of the influence that cultural and spiritual beliefs have on a patient’s experience of illness, and attitudes to the prospect of dying. Guest speakers, including several religious leaders from Greater Shepparton, will lead the discussion.
From 6.30pm
Rural Clinical School Lecture Theatre, 49 Graham St, Shepparton
Contact Maree for further information.

Wednesday 18 March

'Celebrating Indigenous Culture'
Listen to Indigenous Australian poetry readings throughout the afternoon and visit the stall for more information. Supported by the Student Union Indigenous Officers.
12.00pm-2.00pm
North Court, Union House
Contact Ronald to find out more.

Conference: ‘Doing business in Latin America (LA)’
This Latin American Students Association conference aims to explore successful and influential relations between LA and Australia, recognising the economic status of LA countries, the benefits of doing business in LA and major sources for investment. Guest speaker will be Mr. Bernard Wheelahan, Chairman of the Council on Australia Latin America Relations.
12:30pm-1:30pm
Theatre D, Old Arts Building
For further information contact Diego or visit www.lasaunimelb.org.au or www.melbournegsm.unimelb.edu.au/experience/events.html

How much do you REALLY know about Islam?
A quiz to test your knowledge on Islam & Muslims! The University of Melbourne Islamic Society invites you to watch teams battle it out to prove their knowledge of Islam and Muslims.
If you want to be on a two-person team, email Nada at nadakalam@hotmail.com by 9am 18 March and explain why you want to participate. Quiz winners will receive a $50 ColesMyer voucher! 1.00pm-2.00pm
Sisalkraft Theatre, Architecture Building
Contact Nada to find out more.

Guest speaker (Presented by 85 Broads)
Come hear Lisa from ‘Cracked Pepper’ speak about her experiences as a woman in the workplace and her decision to start her own company.
1.00pm-2.00pm
Union House, Level 2
For further information contact Tara

Concert: African Drumming
Come and hear the University of Melbourne’s African Drumming Club perform - dance, laugh, watch and listen!
12.00pm-1.00pm
Union Lawn
Contact Casimira for further details.

Welcome to returning and mature age students
The Returning and Mature Age Students Society are hosting a welcome for students - come listen to a guest speaker and join in the food and discussion with other Uni students (all students welcome).
12.30pm-1.30pm
Foundation Life Members Room, Graduate Centre
RSVP required. Please email Robert to book your place.

African Movie Wednesday
The University of Melbourne’s Africa Club brings movies on African themes to you!
3.00pm-5.00pm
Old Engineering Bdg, Theatre A1 (Block A, Rm107)
Contact Ahmed for further information about movie screenings.

'Putra Panji Asmara’ – Indonesian Gamelan
Asia Institute presents ‘Putra Panji Asmara’ - showcasing the music and dance tradition of the masked topeng tradition of Cirebon, West Java and Indonesia. This performance encourages people to learn more about one of Australia’s closest neighbours and includes an explanation of the performance style and the role of the arts in Indonesian society.
6.30pm-7.30pm
Music Rooms at 208-210 Berkeley St
Contact Lauren at Asia Institute for further details.

Thursday 19 March

Creating Future Leaders Series – ‘Business and Diversity’ seminar
This series aims to engage students with the experiences of successful business men and women from Australia and overseas, and offers inspiration and insight into future career prospects and leadership opportunities. Nareen Young, CEO of the Diversity Council of Australia, will present on the topic “Business and Diversity.” Brought to you by the Melbourne Graduate School of Management.
12.00pm-12.40pm
Agar Theatre, Zoology Building
RSVP by logging onto www.melbournegsm.unimelb.edu.au/experience/diversityseminar. For more information please visit: www.melbournegsm.unimelb.edu.au/experience/leadersseries.html

Lion Dancing and Kung Fu demonstration
Come and watch a demonstration of traditional Chinese Lion Dancing and Chinese Kung Fu, brought to you by the Melbourne University Kung Fu Club.
1.00pm-1.30pm
Union Lawn, west of Union House
Contact Orhan for further details.

Diversity Panel Discussion: ‘Diversity beyond the University’ Join Alice Pung (Australian writer and lawyer), Kon Karapanagiotidis (Asylum Seeker Resource Centre), Nareen Young (Diversity Council of Australia) and guests as they ask: What is Diversity? Why celebrate it? How does supporting & embracing a diverse community benefit me?
1.00pm-2.00pm
Theatre E, Old Arts Building
RSVP: please email Leander with ‘RSVP Panel’ in the subject line.

Panel discussion: ‘The Role of Latin America (LA) in the Global Economy’
Ambassadors from LA countries will share some successful economical practices and/or trade agreements between LA and Australia. General aspects of LA will be discussed, including size, language, cultural diversity and economic background.
4.15pm-6.15pm
Basement Theatre, 198 Berkeley Street
Contact Diego for further details or visit www.lasaunimelb.org.au or www.melbournegsm.unimelb.edu.au/experience/events.html

Bilingual Chinese Tours
Global Heart Tours are offering students a place in a cultural tour of Melbourne, presented by local students in Chinese and English. Where do Australians meet up with their friends and have fun on weekends? What does the city of Melbourne have to offer? We show off the real Aussie lifestyle!
2.00pm-5.00pm
Melbourne CBD.
Details will be confirmed via email. Places are limited. To secure a spot, email global.heart.tours@gmail.com with Diversity Week’ in the subject line and name of tour by 18 March. For more info, see www.globalheartours.com.

African Movie Thursday
The University of Melbourne’s Africa Club brings movies on African themes to you! Today’s movie: The Gods Must Be Crazy II (1989).
3.00pm-5.00pm
Old Engineering Bdg, Theatre A1 (Block A, Rm107)
Contact Ahmed for further details.

International House Cultural Dinner
With around 25 nationalities living together, the International House Community invite you to join them for a wonderful dinner!
6.30pm-8.00pm
Dimmick Dining Hall, International House, 241 Royal Parade Parkville RSVP required. To secure your place, please email Tamra.

Friday 20 March

Bilingual Japanese Tours
Global Heart Tours are offering students a place in a cultural tour of Melbourne, presented by local students in Japanese and English. Where do Australians meet their friends and have fun on weekends? What does the city of Melbourne have to offer? We show off the real Aussie lifestyle!
2.00pm-5.00pm
Melbourne CBD. Details will be confirmed via email.
Places are limited. To secure a spot, email global.heart.tours@gmail.com with ‘Diversity Week’ in the subject line and name of tour by 19 March. For more info, head to www.globalheartours.com

Scavenger Hunt
The Melbourne Graduate School of Management Student Association is organising an exciting Scavenger Hunt which explores the cultural diversity of Melbourne. Numbers are limited. To secure your place email melbgsm.sa@gmail.com with your name, student number and course.
5.30pm-9.00pm
Starting point will be emailed to successful applicants. For more information, please visit www.melbournegsm.unimelb.edu.au/experience/group.html

Diversity Week 2009 is brought to you by Equity & Diversity Planning at the University of Melbourne. For more information on this program, contact Leander.