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Repeating Events
First Thursdays 1pm—3pm
In the Pride Center with Pastor Kathryn, LuMin
Card Making, Beaded Identity Bracelets, Mandalas, Rock Painting and more.
Drop in, chat, and find support in both queer and spiritual identities!
Second Wednesdays 12pm—2pm
In the Pride Center with Planned Parenthood
Stop by for support, resources, and good conversations!!
Events
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What you Always Wanted to Know About Islam and Muslins
Always wanted to learn more about Islam and Muslims? Attend this class and you will have a better understanding of what Islam teaches and what Muslims practice. The class will introduce basic terminology, demographics and differences between religion and culture. You will learn about the beliefs and practices of Muslims as well as religious celebrations. […]
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Cultural Coffee Hour – Folktales
Cultural Coffee Hour is an event that helps create awareness of international topics and issues while generating respect and appreciation of different cultures. Cultural Coffee Hour is held in the Hall of Nations at 5:00 PM and on the following dates:nMarch 27 – FolktalesnApril 10 – Wellbeing – In collaboration with Counseling & TestingnApril 24 […]
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Queer Cinema Presents: Kuma Hina
Kumu Hina is the story of Hina Wong- Kalu, a transgender native Hawaiian teacher and cultural icon who brings to life Hawaii’s long-held embrace of mahu — those who embody both male and female spirit, and were traditionally respected as caretakers, healers, and keepers of ancient traditions.
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Women in Islam
This presentation covers Islamic teachings about the different roles of Muslim women in society, including cultural differences. We will talk about common misconceptions regarding Muslim women and explain gender equity in the spiritual, social, and economic aspect of life. Muslim women and culture/diversity will also be discussed. The presentation is concluded with examples of Muslim […]
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Social Justice Week at UW-La Crosse
Social Justice presentations throughout the week: https://www.uwlax.edu/social-justice/events/
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Feminism on Tap-La Crosse: Environmental Feminism
Feminism on Tap returns to the La Crosse area! Join us to discuss eco-feminism and how environmentalism and feminism intersect. Presenters include Dr. Deb Hoskins from UW-L and Mary Larson of Full Circle Supply. Social: 5 p.m. Panel and discussion: 5:30 p.m.
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Roots of Islam in America
This presentation describes the earliest Muslims in this country, namely enslaved West Africans. It features stories and experiences of individual enslaved Muslims, including “Prince”, who is featured in a PBS documentary called “Prince Among Slaves” which was aired in 2007. It also chronicles the development of conversion movements in the African American community, and the […]
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Viterbo University Community Health Fair
A great place to find a variety of local health and wellness resources all under one roof. Free health screenings, door prizes and food. Free and open to the public.nTickets: http://www.viterbo.edu/health-services/community-health-fair-2018.
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Cultural Coffee Hour – Wellbeing
Cultural Coffee Hour is an event that helps create awareness of international topics and issues while generating respect and appreciation of different cultures. Cultural Coffee Hour is held in the Hall of Nations at 5:00 PM and on the following dates:nApril 10 – Wellbeing – In collaboration with Counseling & TestingnApril 24 – Festivals & […]
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Cultural Coffee Hour – Festivals & Celebrations
Cultural Coffee Hour is an event that helps create awareness of international topics and issues while generating respect and appreciation of different cultures. Cultural Coffee Hour is held in the Hall of Nations at 5:00 PM and on the following dates:nApril 24 – Festivals & CelebrationsnThere will be free coffee and cookies. All are welcome […]
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WAKE (World Arts through K/Cultural Engagement)
The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse students and 4th Grade Students from Northern Hills Elementary formally invite you to come to our WAKE event after school on Thursday, April 26, 2018! We have worked hard on researching real world problems that impact people all over the globe and want to present that work to you. We […]
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Ramp Up the Conversation Interpreter and ISP Conference
Conference Objectives:n-Increase interpreter skills and performance;n-Engage in self-evaluation and team evaluation to support skill development;n-Develop resources and techniques to expand vocabulary and grammar;n-Practice performance strategies to better handle the pressures and rewards of error-free expectations during encounters.nWho Should Attend?n-Interpreters of all skill levels and languagesn-Interpreter Service Providersn-Anyone who believes that qualified, trained and certified interpreters […]