UPCOMING FORUMS ON THE WAR AGAINST TERRORISM AT SEATTLE UNIVERSITY

           
October 24: Reelism & Realism, Representations of Arabs in Popular Media

The Seattle University Department of Communications hosts John Sinno, president of Arab Film Distribution, to discuss and view excerpts of Said's film "On Orientalism". Sinno will analyze Arabs in popular media, and discuss his  own stories about Arab Film Distribution. Gary Atkins, associate professor of  communication and journalism will deliver the faculty keynote.


            Seattle University Campus, Casey Atrium, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

 

October 26: Seattle University Peace Coalition meeting

            Come for the inaugural meeting of the SU Peace Coalition.

 

            Seattle University Campus, Upper SUB, 3:00.

 

November 1: Soup With Substance
Enjoy a simple meal of soup and bread for free  and join in an informative discussion about the recent tragedies and social justice.

           

            Seattle University Campus, Casey Atrium, 12:00 to 1:00 pm

           

November 26: Facets of Islam: Faith, Culture, Politics
Seattle University Professors Olufemi Taiwo (Philosophy), Sharon Suh (Theology), Tim Amen (Political Science), Fr. Thomas Murphy  (History), with a group of Seattle University's Muslim students, will discuss  facets of the Muslim faith, culture, and politics in this gathering of alumni and friends for a discussion with the College of Arts & Sciences faculty.

Seattle University Campus, Lynn Collegium, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

SEATTLE-WIDE EVENTS

RELATED TO THE

WAR AGAINST TERRORISM

 

 

Wednesday, Oct. 24th:  Anti-Racist Organizing and the Peace Movement
Some of the discussion questions will be:
-Forming an anti-racist analysis of post-911
-How do we talk about the connection between racism and war?
-Historically, who has defined the Peace Movement, what work has been
considered "Peace Work"
-How do we organize for peace using anti-racist principles?
Co-sponsored by the Coalition of Anti-Racist Whites, the Fellowship of
Reconciliation, the American Friends Service Committee and the Nonviolent
Action Community of Cascadia. For more info contact Katie Wepplo at 632-0500 x12 or kwepplo@afsc.org

American Friends Service Committee, 814 NE 40th St. 6pm - Potluck
6:30pm – Discussion.

Thursday October 25:  Peace Vigil and leafleting

Stop the war on Afghanistan.  Sponsored by Women in Black, Women wear black; men welcome to leaflet;  a peace group in the tradition of the women who vigil weekly in Israel/Palestine.

 

Near the Westlake Park arch at 4th and Pine;   5 - 6 p.m.

 

Thursday October 25:  UW Lecture Series:  “Do They Really Hate Us?”

The University of Washington Jackson School of International Studies offers free classes on Islam, Middle East, etc.;  this session on "Do They Really Hate Us?" by Resat Kasaba, Professor of International Studies, Jackson School of International Studies;  free and open to the public;  Experts will present their perspectives and the audience will have an opportunity to ask questions and discuss current events, info 206-543- 4372;  advance tickets must be obtained at UW Bookstore outlets - avail one week in advance;  disability accommodation requests at least ten days in advance 206- 543-6450/V, 206-543-6452/TTY, 206-685-7264 (FAX), or dso@u.washington.edu

University of Washington Kane Hall room 210;  7 - 9:20 p.m.

Friday October 26:  “Simmering, Boiling, and Boiling Over: the Balkans Since 9-11”

Presentation by Peter Lippman on the current situation in Bosnia, Macedonia, and other parts of the former Yugoslavia, and how the new "war against terrorism" impacts this region. Peter has just returned from a two-month research
trip to Croatia, Serbia, and Bosnia.  Peter speaks fluent Serbian/Croatian/Bosnian, has traveled to the former Yugoslavia 10 times over the last 20 years, and during that period has lived there a total of 3 ˝ years. After the war in Bosnia he lived there
for two years, doing relief work and human rights research, info Fred Miller 206-527-8050

 

Peace Café, 5828 Roosevelt NE just South of Ravenna Blvd; 7 p.m.

 

Saturday October 27:  Sing For Peace Concert

The Seattle Raging Grannies, an irreverent and energetic band of wise elders
sing Political Satire;  don't miss them!  joined by other local singers delivering to the public a message of peace in these troubled times;  info Kay Thode 206-935-3796 or
kaythode@juno.com or Shirley Morrison 206-364-5491

 

Westlake Park, near 4th and Pine; 1 - 3 p.m.

 

Saturday October 27:  Alternatives To Violence in Citizen Choice and U.S. Policy

A free panel and discussion on politics, diplomacy and international
law.  Are there practical alternatives to MILITARY INTERVENTION IN AFGHANISTAN and neighboring regions?  Can we promote justice and peace overseas while ensuring our safety at home? What else can we and our government do? With Speakers Linda Bevis who worked as an international human rights lawyer in Palestine during the first Intifada and was in Israel/Palestine this August with the
International Solidarity Movement;  Vivien Sharples, a mediator and conflict-resolution trainer and the War Resisters League representative to War Resisters
International, just back from the WRI Council Meeting in Turkey;  Jeff Siddiqui, an American Muslim and human-rights activist from Pakistan;  moderated by Ed Mast of Palestine Information Project and the Seattle 911 Peace Coalition;  endorsed by American Friends Service Committee, Community Action Network, Nonviolent Action Community of Cascadia, Northwest Coalition for Peace and Justice in
Israel/Palestine, Palestine Information Project/Palestine Solidarity Committee, Seattle International Human Rights Coalition, Seattle 911 Peace Coalition;  info 206-633-1086 or palestinejustice@yahoo.com

 

University Friends Center, 4001 9th NE; 2 p.m.

 

October 30:  Conversation Café

In the wake of 9/11, CONVERSATION CAFÉS  are being established as places for people to listen, speak and learn in a spirit of respect and inquiry.  Conversation Cafes are a citizen initiative for hosted conversations in public places where a diversity of views are welcome;  info http://www.newroadmap.org

 

Nana's Soup House (see website for other locations and dates), 3418 NE 55th east of the University District; 7:30 - 9 p.m.

Monday, November 12:  Before Winter Comes: A Benefit for Afghan Refugees
The Winter comes early in mountainous Afghanistan; deep snows will block roads
and prevent food shipments to millions of refugees forced from their homes
by war and famine.  Local artist April Richardson and some friends have
organized a program to raise awareness of the catastrophe facing the
refugees, and to raise money for the Afghanistan Relief Program of Oxfam
America.  A program of slides and speakers is scheduled.

            University of Washington, 120 Kane Hall; 7-9 pm  
Donation $10 and up

Tuesday, November 6: First of A CLASS ON ISLAM

Six part class by Richard Ater.  This session on "The State of The World at The Time Of Islam's Birth";  Islam is one of the most misrepresented religions in the mass media. Yet it is also the fastest growing religion in the world and the fastest growing religion in America;  to be an educated world citizen it is important to understand Islam.  After the events of September 11th it is even more imperative for us to understand Islam;  open to all;  Rich does not accept payment for this six week class, Interfaith Community Church welcomes your 'Love Offering' for use of the space;  info Karen Lindquist 206-297-8651 or Rich Ater rvwa@seanet.com

 

Interfaith Community Church, 1763 NW 62nd St in Ballard; 7 p.m.

 

Sunday, November 18 (tentative date): Interntional Anti-War Rally

At the Peace Arch Park at the USA/Canada border, info http://www.epilogicconsulting.com/cascadiac