MONDAY
"Superheroes in a Globally-Connected World"
Details: Naif al-Mutawa (LA '94), who created the most popular comic book series in the Middle East, "The 99," will discuss how children learn about ethnicity in media in a panel discussion. Associate Professor of Child Development Calvin "Chip" Gidney and graduate student Neil Cohn will also sit on the panel.
When and Where: 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.; Tisch 304
Sponsors: Jonathan M. Tisch College of Citizenship and Public Service, Eliot-Pearson Department of Child Development and the Communications and Media Studies Program
"Relay for Life 2009 Kick-Off Extravaganza"
Details: A kick-off event for the annual Tufts Relay For Life, to take place in a couple months. Pizza and drinks will be available for students who register in advance. The event will include performances from various student groups, including B.E.A.T.S, and presentations by speakers who have had personal experience with cancer or who have participated in the relay in the past.
When and Where: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Mayer Campus Center
Sponsor: Relay for Life 2009
TUESDAY
"Leonard Carmichael Society Blood Drive"
Details: Donate blood as part of the Leonard Carmichael Society's regular blood drive with the Red Cross. Donors will receive free Dunkin' Donuts coffee and other free refreshments and giveaways. Register online at TuftsLife.com.
When and Where: Tuesday 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Wednesday 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Thursday 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Friday 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Hodgdon Hall lounge
Sponsor: Leonard Carmichael Society
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