“Shadows of the Lynching Tree”
On March 17 the Office of Multicultural Student Services presents the viewing of the documentary “Shadows of the Lynching Tree” with producer and director Carvin Eison. The movie looks into the heart of hatred, violence, and hope. The event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. in IRC 120. For more information, contact Michael Wade at michaelwade@nullferris.edu or call ext. 2617.
Managing Health and Wellness Seminar
The Society for Human Resource Management presents a health and wellness seminar hosted by Andrea Wrobel. The guest speaker is Ferris dietician Brenda Walton who will speak on having healthier eating habits. The event will take place on March 18 from 11 to 11:50 a.m. in BUS 316. For more information, contact Jonna Heykoop at heykooj@nullferris.edu.
Reception: “The Abstract and the Profound”
“The Abstract and the Profound” exhibit features paintings, prints, and drawings from Molly Alicki-Corriveau, Elizabeth Crank, Lynette Vought, and Carrie Weis. The Rankin Art Gallery will host a reception for the artists on March 18 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The exhibit will be available until March 26. For more information, contact Carrie Weis at weisc@nullferris.edu or call ext. 2536.
“That Ain’t No Way to Treat a Lady”
As part of Women’s History Month, a multimedia spoken-word performance by Nancy Hulse will take place on March 18 at 8 p.m. in the Rankin Center Dome Room. The event combines dance, dramatic performance, and pop music to address the issues of domestic violence against women. For more information, contact Michael Wade at michaelwade@nullferris.edu or call ext. 2617.
“Fashion and Hair Rocks”
You Beautiful Black Woman presents the twentieth annual fashion show titled “Fashion and Hair Rocks” on March 20 in Williams Auditorium. The night will be full of hair, fashion, and entertainment. Donations will be taken for the victims of Haiti and the S.T.A.R. Foundation. Special performances include Seventh and Flying Without Wings. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the show will begin at 6 p.m. For more information, contact Andrea Beck at andreabeck@nullferris.edu or call ext. 2617.
Mock Beauty Pageant
The Diverse Sexuality and Gender Alliance presents a mock beauty pageant drag show on March 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Rankin Center Dome Room. This is a charity event that will be collecting non-perishable food items. Each item equals one vote for a contestant. To compete in the pageant, contact Denise Lett at long9@nullferris.edu or Franklin Tiedt at tied4@nullferris.edu. For more information, contact Denise Lett.
Women in History Soap Box
On March 23 the Office of Multicultural Student Services presents “Women in History Soap Box.” Students will recite biographical pieces spotlighting influential women in history. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Rankin Center Atrium by Seattle’s Best. For more information, contact Michael Wade at michaelwade@nullferris.edu or call ext. 2617.
How to Become a “Five-Star” Workshop
The Student Leadership and Activities Office will be hosting a workshop designed to help student organizations understand how to become “Five-Star” organizations. Any interested student groups need to register in the Student Leadership and Activities Office in Rankin 164. The event will take place on March 23 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Rankin 125/127. For more information, contact Allissa Witucki at witucka@nullferris.edu or call ext. 2606.