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Saturday, May 17

Bike Tour in the San Juans

If you haven't made it across the pond to the San Juans yet, this is the perfect opportunity to get to know one of the gems of the Pacific Northwest. We'll cycle the circumference of Orcas Island and spend the night at the campgrounds next to a roaring fire.

Time
Saturday, May 17
Overnight
Admission
$50.00
Location
Orcas Island!
Presented by:
Hui 'O Hawaii Presents Born and Rayzed

Come and enjoy live music by reggae band Born and Rayzed. Tickets will be sold at the door or free with purchase of ticket for Hui 'O Hawaii's spring luau happening earlier that evening.

Time
Saturday, May 17
9:30 p.m.
Admission
$3 for all or free with luau ticket
Location
VU MPR
Presented by:
Mo'olelo 'O Hawaii

We are proud to invite you to our 12th annual spring luau: Mo'olelo 'O Hawaii: Legends of a People. Come join in the fun and attend a cultural event not to be missed. Enjoy traditional Hawaiian food, island music and beautiful hula performances. After the luau, come to a reggae concert featuring Born and Rayzed. Concert is free with luau ticket, $3 without. Tickets available at PAC Box Office or online at www.tickets.wwu.edu

Time
Saturday, May 17
5:30 p.m. (Doors at 5)
Admission
$12 Students, $17 general presale, $20 general at the door,$
Location
VU MPR
Presented by:
Mt. Baker Climb

Spring is the time to climb! There's nothing like standing at the peak of 10,877 feet and knowing that you just scaled it. This excursion includes one day of basic mountaineering instruction along with the climb itself. No mountaineering experience is required but good physical fitness and prior backpacking experience is a must.

Time
Saturday, May 17
Overnight
Admission
$150.00
Location
Mt. Baker
Presented by:
The Other End...Women's Project

An origninal collaborative theatre piece.

May 15, 8 p.m.
May 16, 7:30 p.m.
May 17, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Time
Saturday, May 17
Varies
Admission
$2.00
Location
Ving! 311 Holly St.
Presented by:
    Other

Sunday, May 18

Hedwig and the Angry Inch

A transsexual punk rock girl from East Berlin tours the U.S. with her rock band as she tells her tumultuous life story and follows the ex-boyfriend/band mate who stole her songs.

Time
Sunday, May 18
7 & 9 PM
Admission
FREE!!
Location
Viking Union 552
Presented by:

Monday, May 19

Hedwig and the Angry Inch

A transsexual punk rock girl from East Berlin tours the U.S. with her rock band as she tells her tumultuous life story and follows the ex-boyfriend/band mate who stole her songs.

Time
Monday, May 19
7 & 9 PM
Admission
FREE!!
Location
Viking Union 552
Presented by:
It's Still Elementary

The Center For Educational Pluralism will be showing the films, "It's Elementary" and "It's Still Elementary", followed by a discussion.

Time
Monday, May 19
4 pm
Admission
Free
Location
Miller Hall 250
Presented by:
    Other
Jeopardy on Display: Fine Art Exhibit

Jeopardy Magazine, the annually-published literary arts magazine of Western Washington University, is sponsoring an exhibit of select fine art published in the magazine and webzine this year. The artists are university students, faculty, staff, and alumni. This free event will be held in The B-Gallery in the Fine Arts Department on WWU's campus.

Time
Monday, May 19
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission
Free
Location
The B-Gallery (Fine Arts Department)
Presented by:

Tuesday, May 20

Chutney Popcorn

Reena is a young Indian American Lesbian who lives and works in New York. Her sister Sarita, who is happily married, discovers that she is infertile. Reena offers to be a surrogate mother for her sister's baby.

Time
Tuesday, May 20
7 & 9 PM
Admission
Free!!
Location
Viking Union 552
Presented by:
Open Mic

Sign-ups begin at 6:30 pm. Show begins at 7:00 pm.

The UGCH is located on the third floor of the VU.
For disability accommodations, please call 650.3263

Time
Tuesday, May 20
8-10 pm
Admission
Free
Location
UGCH
Presented by:
Queer Bingo

Get ready for a twist on the traditional bingo for Pride Month!

Time
Tuesday, May 20
7 pm
Admission
Free
Location
Bond Hall 415
Presented by:
Rule of 3 Panel Discussion

ACLU WWU is hosting a panel discussion with students, faculty, city council members and other community voices to discuss the issues surrounding the "3 unrelated" ordinance, which states that no more than three unrelated persons can live in a single-family zone. This ordinance is currently being considered for enforcement by the Bellingham City Council. What are the implications for students and other members of the community? What are the most effective ways for addressing community management Issues? Come and share in the discussion!

Time
Tuesday, May 20
6-8 pm
Admission
Free
Location
Fairhaven Auditorium
Presented by:
Where Do We Go From Here?

The Center for Educational Pluralism and the LGBTA will host a panel discussion on teacher and student rights in the wake of new LGBT legislation, as well as how to keep the classroom a safe space for all students.

Time
Tuesday, May 20
6 pm
Admission
Free
Location
Miller Hall 250
Presented by:
Whitewater Kayak Skills Session

Learn valuable whitewater kayak techniques in the comfort of Western's Carver Gym pool! This clinic is designed for all ability levels and covers seveal roll techniques and other vital kayak skills from beginning to expert. We supply all the necessary gear and instructors to get you rolling like a pro and ready for our spring trips. Sign up at the OC or stop by the night of the event.

Time
Tuesday, May 20
8:00-10:00
Admission
$5.00
Location
Carver Gym
Presented by:

Wednesday, May 21

E-40 w/ Cool Nutz

One of hip-hop's most prolific voices, E-40 has worked in relative obscurity for much of his career. Yet, he's worked with 2Pac, T-Pain, Lil Jon, Bun B, Fabolous, Master P, Scarface, The Game, Slim Thug, Juelz Santana, Jim Jones, Hurricane Chris, Jadakiss, Nas, Snoop Dogg, Fat Joe, Twista, Ja Rule, Clipse, Young Jeezy, Plies, Ludacris, Lil Wayne, Gorilla Zoe, Birdman, and LL Cool J.

There are no Seattle or Vancouver shows, this is his only date along I-5. Get your tickets early!!! You don't want to miss this!

Tickets available at the PAC Box Office and 360.650.6146 and tickets.wwu.edu.

Time
Wednesday, May 21
8:45 (doors @ 8)
Admission
$16 WWU w/ID, $26 General
Location
VU MPR
Presented by:
Jeopardy Magazine Release: A Celebration of Literature and Fine Art

The new edition of Jeopardy Magazine, Western Washington University's annual literary arts publication, will be released on May 21st in Viking Union 565 A, B, and C. The party will feature readings by writers published in the magazine and the webzine, including faculty Carlos Martinez, Timothy Pilgrim, and Kami Westhoff; students Rose Slaton, Jory Mickelson, and alumnus Aylen Paul Rounds. All who attend will receive a copy of Jeopardy Magazine. Refreshments are provided and the event is free and open to the public.

Time
Wednesday, May 21
4 p.m.
Admission
Free
Location
Viking Union 565 ABC
Presented by:
My Modern Leg, Kindness Kind

Time
Wednesday, May 21
8-10
Admission
Free
Location
UGCH
Presented by:
Outlaws and Inlaws

As the marriage debate rages on, this new film by Drew Emery goes beyond the rhetoric to explore just what it means to be married. There will be a question and answer session with the director after the show.

Time
Wednesday, May 21
7 p.m.
Admission
Free
Talking the Talk: Classroom Strategies for Addressing Bias

The Center for Educational Pluralism and the LGBTA will be facilitating this workshop which is designed for K-12 classroom instructors. This workshop examines various approaches to designing and integrating lessons and activities into the classroom that raise awareness of bias and empower students o advocate for change, especially around LGBT related bias.

Time
Wednesday, May 21
5:30 pm
Admission
Free
Location
Miller Hall 250
Presented by:

Thursday, May 22

AS Transporation Advisory Committee Forum

An opportunity for students to voice their opinion on the transportation fee, the Late Night Shuttle, bus service, and any other transportation issues.

Time
Thursday, May 22
4 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Admission
Free
Location
VU 462A
Presented by:
    AS Board
Celebrating the Life and Purposes of David Mason

Join the LGBTA and the Center for Educational Pluralism for a multimedia presentation celebrating the life and accomplishments of former WWU professor David Mason and his contributions to creating a welcome campus life for LGBT students, staff and faculty members.

Time
Thursday, May 22
7:30 pm
Admission
Free
Location
VU 565
Presented by:
KVIK All Station Meeting

Event Image Interested in KVIK? This is a great time to stop by and hear all about our current projects and events.

Time
Thursday, May 22
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Admission
FREE
Location
VU 462 B
Presented by:

Saturday, May 24

Backpacking in Canada

Spend Memorial Day weekend meandering through gorgeous alpine meadows, glaciated peaks and dense evergreen forests of British Columbia. Along the way we'll show you the ropes on how to be a rockin' backpacker. No prior skills necessary, but be sure you have the necessary paperwork to enter Canada.

Time
Saturday, May 24
Overnight
Admission
$95.00
Location
Canadian Rockies
Presented by:
Squamish Rock Climb

From bouldering to sport and trad, Squamish has it all. This three day trip covers the basics of belaying and climbing for those new to the climbing world and offers multipitch, top rope set-up and more for the seasoned vets. No prior climbing skills necessary!

Time
Saturday, May 24
Overnight
Admission
$100.00
Location
Squamish
Presented by:
Student Theater Productions presents Macbeth by William Shakespeare

Sheakespeare at sunset: dress warmly!

Time
Saturday, May 24
9 p.m.
Admission
Free
Location
Miller Courtyard
Presented by:
Surfing in Westport

Some of the best waves around are in the Northwest! This unique excursion takes us to Tofino on Vancouver Island for a weekend of hanging ten. No prior surfing skills necessary! Please expect to pay for separately for wetsuits and surfboards which are rented from a local surf shop. Don't miss this one!

Time
Saturday, May 24
Overnight
Admission
$115.00
Location
Canada
Presented by:

Monday, May 26 to Monday, May 26

Memorial Day Shuttle Service

The AS Transportation will operate the WWU Late Night Shuttle all day long on Memorial Day. Service on routes A and B will begin at 8 a.m. and service will operate every 30 minutes on each route until 3 a.m.

Time
Monday, May 26 to Monday, May 26
8 a.m. to 3 a.m.
Admission
Bus Pass or Western ID
Location
WWU Late Night Shuttle Route
Presented by:
    Other

Tuesday, May 27

Open Mic

Sign-ups begin at 6:30 pm. Show begins at 7:00 pm.

The UGCH is located on the third floor of the VU.
For disability accommodations, please call 650.3263

Time
Tuesday, May 27
7-10 pm
Admission
Free
Location
UGCH
Presented by:
Sunset Kayak Trip

For those of us with busy weekend schedules, an afternoon on the water sounds like a heavenly break from the stress filled week. A relaxing way to make it over the midweek hump, we'll explore beautiful Chuckanut Bay while learning basic sea kayaking and navigation skills. Enjoy a breathtaking sunset on this classic Bellingham pastime.

Time
Tuesday, May 27
evening
Admission
WWU: $45.00 Guest: $55.00
Location
Chuckanut Bay
Presented by:
Whitewater Kayak Skills Session

Learn valuable whitewater kayak techniques in the comfort of Western's Carver Gym pool! This clinic is designed for all ability levels and covers seveal roll techniques and other vital kayak skills from beginning to expert. We supply all the necessary gear and instructors to get you rolling like a pro and ready for our spring trips. Sign up at the OC or stop by the night of the event.

Time
Tuesday, May 27
8:00-10:00
Admission
$5.00
Location
Carver Gym
Presented by:

Wednesday, May 28

"I Had An Abortion" with Jennifer Baumgardner

One of the three events in the part of "I Had An Abortion", events to break the stigma and secrecy.
Jennifer Baumgardner, author of Manifesta: Young Women, Feminism and the future, will be showing her documentary, I Had an Abortion.

Time
Wednesday, May 28
7 p.m.
Admission
Free
Location
Miller Hall 163
Presented by:
The Growers

Time
Wednesday, May 28
9-10 pm
Admission
Free
Location
UGCH
Presented by:

Thursday, May 29

"Speak Out: I Had an Abortion" documentary and discussion

Documentary at 7 p.m.

Abortion Speak Out will follow at 8 p.m. for women who have had an abortion to share their stories. **For others, this is a strictly listening-only event.**

Time
Thursday, May 29
7 p.m.
Admission
Free
Location
The Connection (100 E. Maple Street)
Presented by:
Bike Maintenance Clinic

Classes will cover the principals behind and practice fixing flat tires, keeping a chain and drive train in good condition, adjusting the brake and deraileurs, and trueing wheels. Other topics can be covered on request, and these topics can be skipped if the students already feel comfortable with the skills behind them. Sign up at the Outdoor Center. Spaces will fill fast!

Time
Thursday, May 29
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Admission
Free
Location
Outdoor Center
Presented by:

Friday, May 30

Abortion Speak-In

An open discussion to address the complex issues relating to abortion beyond the "abortion debate."

Time
Friday, May 30
3 p.m.
Admission
Free
Location
VU 464C
Presented by:
Baby Gramps

Time
Friday, May 30
8-10 pm
Admission
Free
Location
UGCH
Presented by:
LGBTA End of the Year BBQ

Join us for a yummy BBQ! Vegetarian options will be available upon request.

Time
Friday, May 30
5-7 pm
Admission
Free
Location
VU Plaza
Presented by:

Friday, May 30 to Saturday, May 31

Fairhaven Hall Council presents EndFair '08

Lots of music, open mic, and an art show. Non stop fun in Fairhaven that you should be sure to check out.

Some musical acts include: Madrid, The Alligators, Go Slowpoke, 10 Killing Hands, The Love Lights, Get Set Go and No-Fi Soul.

Co-sponsored by ASP Pop Music and RHA.

For information, contact Aundrea Leslie at lesliea@cc.wwu.edu.

Time
Friday, May 30 to Saturday, May 31
Fri: 7-12 p.m., Sat: 12 p.m.-12 a.m.
Admission
Free
Location
Fairhaven Hall
Presented by:
Student Theatre Productions presents The Creature

Time
Friday, May 30 to Saturday, May 31
7:30 p.m.
Admission
$2.00
Location
Old Main Theater
Presented by:

Saturday, May 31

Pride Prom

Join us as we celebrate the end of Westerns Pride month and the beginning of Pride month around the nation. Live DJ, refreshments, ambiance, and fun provided. Just bring yourself and friends!!

Time
Saturday, May 31
7-9 pm
Admission
Free
Location
VU MPR
Presented by:
Shock Your World: Beta Gamma Culture Shock

Cultural cakewalk, raffle giveaways, live performance by Tyco drummers, and culture booths.

Time
Saturday, May 31
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Admission
Free
Location
Tennis Courts on the Ridge (Ridge Lounge if raining)
Presented by:
    Other

Saturday, May 31 to Sunday, June 1

Mt. Baker Climb

You've been checking out that looming mountain for the past few of years, scoping the possibility of towering over Bellingham on its summit. It's time to climb! Our volcanic neighbor is the perfect classroom to learn the fundamentals of mountaineering while proving to yourself that you can scale 10,877 feet. This excursion includes one day of basic mountaineering instruction along with the climb. Good physical fitness and previous backpacking is experience required.

Time
Saturday, May 31 to Sunday, June 1
Pre-trip: Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Admission
WWU: $150.00 Guest: $180.00
Location
Mt. Baker
Presented by:

Sunday, June 1

Mountain Biking

If you're a glutton for mountain biking but have yet to explore the amazing trails in your own backyard, this is the trip for you! Galbraith Mountain in the Chuckanuts will introduce you to what mountain biking in the Northwest is all about. The trail systems have something for everyone so there's no excuse not to get out there! Bikes are not included but the OC provides bike rentals at 20% off for this trip!

Time
Sunday, June 1
Will email exact time
Admission
WWU: $30.00 Guest: $40.00
Location
Galbraith Mountain, part of the Chuckanuts
Presented by:

Friday, June 6

ESC Awards Ceremony

Time
Friday, June 6
9 p.m.-12 a.m.
Admission
$3 single, $5 couple
Location
VU MPR
Presented by:

Thursday, June 12

Bike Maintenance Clinic

Classes will cover the principals behind and practice fixing flat tires, keeping a chain and drive train in good condition, adjusting the brake and deraileurs, and trueing wheels. Other topics can be covered on request, and these topics can be skipped if the students already feel comfortable with the skills behind them. Sign up at the Outdoor Center. Spaces will fill fast!

Time
Thursday, June 12
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Admission
Free
Location
Outdoor Center
Presented by:

Sunday, August 17

WWU Cycling North Shore Circuit Race

Prizes for all categories!

www.wwucycling.com/events_northshore.php

Time
Sunday, August 17
8 a.m.
Admission
$25.00
Location
North Lake Whatcom
Presented by: