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Theatre

THE CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTS, "HEART OF A DOG"

Adapted by Frank Galati from the play by Mikhail Bugakov and directed by Judy Navas. Heart of A Dog is an imaginative Sci-Fi comedy written just after the Russian Revolution. Professor Preobrajansky, an innovative medical practitioner who specializes in sexual rejuvenation battles with the management committee of his apartment house who want the Professor to give up one of his many rooms. But when the professor takes in a stray dog, Sharik, and transplants human testes and a pituitary gland into his scrawny body, his troubles begin to multiply. Sharik not only learns to walk upright and talk, but becomes "Comrade Sharikov," the head of the Moscow Communal Property Administration in charge of exterminating homeless cats and turns the life in the professor's house into a nightmare.
Performances are: Fri., Nov. 14 at 7:30 p.m., Sat., Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m., Sun., Nov. 16 at 5 p.m., Tues., Nov. 18 at 7:30 p.m., Wed., Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m. and Faculty/Staff Nights are Fri., Nov. 21 at 7:30 p.m. and Sat., Nov. 22 and 7:30 p.m. Performances are in Person Theatre. For more information call 4-2353 or visit http://www.sonoma.edu/performingarts/perf/cal_0811.shtml.

Lectures

All lectures are free unless otherwise noted.

CALIFORNIA OBSERVATORIES AS LEADERS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF VERY LARGE OPTICAL TELESCOPES

Dr. Joseph S. Miller of UC Santa Cruz (pictured at right) will discuss the central role that California observatories have played in the evolution of large optical telescopes, from the Crossley Reflector at Lick Observatory to the giant Keck Telescopes on Mauna Kea. Part of the "What Physicists Do" Lecture Series.
4 p.m., Mon., Nov. 17 in Darwin 103. For more information call 4-2119, or for a complete list of events in this lecture series, visit http://www.phys-astro.sonoma.edu/wpd/.

UNDER THE INFLUENCE: EXTREME SNOWBOARD VIDEO SCREENING

Teton Gravity Research continues to rule the world of action sports cinematography with their newest creation, "Under the Influence", a film exploring the people, places, and moments that define today's top riders. The film follows some of the biggest names in snowboarding as they traverse the globe in search of the unique terrain and conditions that emerged from one of the deepest winters in recorded history. Presented by Associated Student Productions.
7 p.m., Mon., Nov. 17 in the Cooperage. For more information call 4-2382, or visit http://www.sonoma.edu/as/asp.

"THINKING OF A MAJOR" WORKSHOP SERIES

Criminology and Criminal Justice is the topic. Information is presented on what do with this major and how to get there.
Noon, Tues., Nov. 18 in Salazar 1061.

ARE WE BORN TO FIGHT?

Rick Luttmann, professor of mathematics (pictured at right) and Chuna McIntyre, Yup'ik Eskimo Cultural Ambassador, discuss. Part of the War and Peace Lecture Series.
4 p.m., Tues., Nov. 18 in Warren Auditorium. For more information call 4-2543, or for a complete list of events in this lecture series, visit http://www.sonoma.edu/a&h/WP_Calendar.htm.

"GRAND AVENUE" NIGHT

Renowned author and Native American Studies Chair Greg Sarris hosts a special night featuring the showing of the film "Grand Avenue," based on his novel of the same name. The movie tells the story of the several generations of Pomo Indians who live on Grand Avenue in Santa Rosa, taking viewers into the compelling world of multi-cultural America in the 20th century. Fundraiser for Raza/Native American Council of Sonoma State University. Suggested donation of $5.
6:30 p.m., Tues., Nov. 18 in the Cooperage. For more information call (707) 280-3867.

NONVIOLENT COMMUNICATION SEMINAR

Jean Morrison, MA, from 'Nonviolent Communication Santa Cruz' will be offering a Nonviolent Communication Seminar to the SSU campus community. Jean is a consultant specializing in interpersonal communication for functional and respectful relationships at home and work, and in training teams and groups for harmony, productivity, health, and a gratifying quality of life. Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is a way of communicating that strengthens our ability to stay in touch with our humanity and get our needs met, even under difficult circumstances. This event is open to the SSU campus community.
7 p.m.-9 p.m., Wed., Nov. 19 in the Cooperage. For more information call SSU International Services at 4-2743.

SYNCHRONY AND THE BRAIN: PHASE-LOCKING IN NEURONAL NETWORKS

Synchronous oscillatory behavior is a hallmark of electrical activity in neuronal networks. Its presence has been correlated with many higher brain functions, including attention, learning, and memory. Mathematical modeling and analysis is playing an important role in uncovering the mechanisms of synchrony of neuronal networks. Tim Lewis, UC Davis (pictured at right), will provide a brief introduction to neuronal networks and discuss a mathematical framework for understanding the mechanisms underlying synchrony. Part of the M*A*T*H Colloquium.
4 p.m., Wed., Nov. 19 in Darwin 103. For more information call 4-2368, or for a complete list of events in this lecture series, visit http://www.sonoma.edu/math/colloq/colloqf08.pdf.

THE HISTORY OF SATAN

Santa Rosa Junior College professor Dr. Eric Thompson traces the development of the character Satan, or "The Devil", from its beginnings in Biblical literature. He examines the evolution of that literature through analysis of Jewish, Christian and Islamic theological development, great literary works of the Medieval and Renaissance periods, and contemporary fill and comic strips.
7 p.m., Wed., Nov. 19 in the Student Union Multi-Purpose Room. For more information call 4-2382.

USING PYTHON IN EMBEDDED APPLICATIONS

Chris Ramstad, Joe Miguel and Stephen West of Cyan Optics in Petaluma, discuss. Python is a high level dynamic programming language with a large selection of built-in and third party libraries. Traditionally, it has not been considered as a primary tool for implementation of core functionality on an embedded product because it is a 'scripting language' and poor performance. However, given the growing complexity of software requirements, pressure to shorten time to market, and the continual drop of cost in computing power, leveraging Python makes more sense. Part of the Computer Science Colloquium.
Noon, Thurs., Nov. 22. Salazar 2016. For more information call 4-2667, or for a complete list of events in this lecture series, visit http://www.cs.sonoma.edu/cs_dept/events/.

REBUILDING LIVES: THE FEMINIZATION OF POVERY AND ITS IMPACT ON THE HOMELESS POPULATION

Tanya Wulff, case manager, and Annie Nicol, FNP, from the Committee On The Shelterless (COTS) explore the feminization of poverty and its impact on the homeless population. Wulff and Nicol work at the Mary Isaak Center (MIC), which provides a transformative program designed to support individuals while they put their shattered lives back together again. Often homelessness is a direct result of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) as well as substance abuse and health issues. They discuss how ACES, along with substance abuse and health issues, directly attribute to homelessness. Part of the Women's Health Lecture Series.
Noon, Thurs., Nov. 20 in Carson 68. For more information call 4-2840, or for a complete list of events in this lecture series, visit http://www.sonoma.edu/womenstudies/WHLSFLIER08.pdf.

INDIGENOUS MEXICAN MIGRANTS IN A MONDER METROPOLIS: SOCIAL NETWORKS AND SOCIAL CAPITAL AMONG ZAPOTEC WORKERS IN LOS ANGELES

Daniel Malpica, professor of Chicano/Latino Arts and Literature Studies, explores how social capital and social networks influence the social and economic incorporation of indigenous Mexican migrants into the United States. In particular, what kind of work indigenous Mexicans do, how they find work, and how they struggle to work in the new low-wage economy, raise families, and move ahead. Part of the Arts and Humanities Research and Creative Works Forum.
12:05 p.m., Thurs., Nov. 20 in Schulz 3001. For more information call 4-2146, or for a complete list of events in this lecture series, visit http://www.sonoma.edu/a_h/ahforum.htm.

MODERN MEDIA LECTURE SERIES

Jacob Wheeler, freelance journalist, discusses "El Salvador's Patriot Act" (In These Times), and Ben Dangl, freelance journalist and founder of Upside Down World, presents "ILEA: US Restarting Dirty Wars in Latin America" (AlterNet). Part of the Modern Media Lecture Series.
7 p.m., Thurs., Nov. 20 in Darwin 103. For more information call 4-3373, or for a complete list of events in this series, visit http://projectcensored.org/lectures/.

THE HABITAT OF THE BODY

Poet Elizabeth Herron speaks. Part of the Six Elements of Sustainability Lecture Series.
7 p.m., Thurs, Nov. 20 in the Environmental Technology Center. For more information visit http://sixelementsofsustainability.blogspot.com/.

Films

REMEMBERING OUR MANONGS

A documentary film that explores the history of Filipino immigrants in Sonoma County during the first half of the last century is playing Sat., Nov. 15 from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. at the Finley Community Center, 2060 West College Ave., Santa Rosa. There is a panel discussion following the film, titled "Preserving the Filipino American Experience—Storytelling & Intergenerational Dialogue." Panelists include Katherine Baguio, founder of the Filipino Women’s Club; Vanessa Kenyon, educator, artist, writer and activist; Oscar Penaranda, well known Filipino American author and poet; Robert Romero, attorney; Leny Strobel, moderator and associate professor of American Multicultural Studies at SSU;Marge Talaugon, civil rights activist and co-founder of the Guadalupe Cultural Arts and Education Center; Nora Valle, Race Equality Week community outreach coordinator. This event is free and open to the public.
For more information contact Karen Pennrich in Customer Services at 4-4298 or email fanhssonoma@gmail.com.

VIOLETTE (1978)

Based on a true story, Isabelle Huppert plays a pretty and dissolute French working class girl who became nationally famous for a scandalous crime. Presented by the Sonoma Film Institute (SFI). Admission is $5, $4.50 for non-SSU students and senior citizens, and $3.50 for SFI members and children under 12. SSU students admitted free.
4 p.m., Sun., Nov. 16 in Warren Auditorium. For more information call 4- 2606 or for a complete list of events in this series, visit http://www.sonoma.edu/sfi.

SOPHIE SCHOLL—LETZTEN TAGE (2005)

" Sophie Scholl—The Final Days," directed by Marc Rothemund. German with English Subtitles. Part of the German Film Series.
7:30 p.m., Tues., Nov. 18 in Schulz 2015. For a complete list of events in this series, visit http://www.sonoma.edu/forlang/GerFilmSeries_flyer_f08.pdf.

NOTE BY NOTE (2007)

This fascinating documentary follows the creation of a Steinway concert grand piano in its long and complex journey from forest floor to concert hall. Presented by the Sonoma Film Institute (SFI). Admission is $5, $4.50 for non-SSU students and senior citizens, and $3.50 for SFI members and children under 12. SSU students admitted free.
7 p.m., Fri., Nov. 21 in Warren Auditorium. For more information call 4-2606, or for a complete list of events in this series, visit http://www.sonoma.edu/sfi.

Music

STUDENT SENIOR RECITAL

Deborah Bartle, piano, and Deborah Kakalik, piano.
2 p.m., Sun., Nov. 16 in Ives 119. For more information call 4-2235.

CONTRASTS QUARTET

Ayako Oshima, clarinet; Lisa Kim, violin; Caroline Stinson, cello; Evelyne Luest, piano. Acclaimed for their exhilarating performances of old and new repertoire, Contrasts Quartet is a group of four extraordinary virtuosi, its name chosen to describe the contrasting timbres of their instruments as well as the variety of its repertoire. The evening concert focuses on the modern repertoire and includes Sentiments by SSU Music Department Chair, Brian S. Wilson. $12 general admission, $10 FANS (Faculty, Alumni, Staff) $8 Seniors/Students. SSU students admitted free. Part of the Person Guest Artist Series.
7:30 p.m., Tues., Nov. 18 in Ives 119. For more information call 4-2235, or to purchase tickets online, visit http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/43198.

MONTEVERDI: SECOND VESPERS

The SSU Chamber Singers, directed by Bob Worth, present a special pair of Vespers concerts, featuring on Friday Vespers for the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple, and on Saturday Vespers for the Feast of St. Cecilia. Spectacular psalms and Magnificat from the late works of Monteverdi, and motets by Josquin, Palestrina, Jacquet de Mantova and Clemens non-papa. $12 general admission, $10 FANS (Faculty, Alumni, Staff), $8 Seniors/Students, SSU students admitted free. Presented by the Sonoma County Choral Society.
7:30 p.m., Fri., Nov. 21 and 7:30 p.m., Sat., Nov. 22 at the Holy Family Episcopal Church (1500 E. Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park). For more information call 4-2235 or to purchase tickets online, visit http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/43219.