Worldfest 2005 began on April 25 with a presentation on Chinese Land Reform and Poverty by Professor Dorothy Chao of the Chinese Cultural University. On April 29, there was a display of digital images of RWC students, faculty, and staff in the Muntz Hall Lobby.
A full slate of activities is set for this week according to the following schedule:Monday, May 2
Worldfest Kickoff 12-1:30 p.m., Courtyard, Commons (including Welcome, World Flag Display, Worldfest Cake and Punch Reception. Window of the World Performances (Video Tape), and Music of the World.
Peace Conference, 12-1:30, SAHB 100, Reflections On World Compassion: Why Only a Great Response to the Tsunami? (Sponsored by Dr. Steve Sunderland and Dr. Grace Auyang).
Tuesday, May 3
Tunnel of Oppression, 12-1:30, Muntz Hallway, Opening Exhibit and Reception (Exhibit open May 3-6)
Workshop: “Children Who Witness Domestic Abuse” (sponsored by Beech Acres), 12:00-1:30, Muntz 111.
Wednesday, May 4
Diversity Fair, 11-1:30, Courtyard and Commons
Performers: 1-1:30, Muntz Courtyard (Anthony Malone, Saxophone, 11-11:30; Missy Scheidt, 11:30-12, Accoustic Guitar and Vocal; Mike Roos, 12-12:30, Guitar and Vocal; “Jammin'” John Kraimer, 12:30-1:30 Keyboard.
Foreign Language Film Fest, 1-4 p.m., Muntz 349B
International Careers And Study Abroad Opportunities, 12-1 p.m., Muntz 170 (sponsored by Foreign Language Department)
Thursday, May 5
Foreign Language Film Fest, 1-4 p.m., Muntz 349B
“Family Treasures” Quilt Display, 12-1:30, Muntz Display Cases, Opening Display & Reception, Muntz Library Corridor
Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah), Muntz Lobby
Friday, May 6
Grand Finale, 11:30-1:30, Commons & Courtyard
Courtyard Cookout
Basketball Hoop & Volleyball Freeplay
DJ Willie C. Jackson