FINE ARTS
VAV Gallery
Student-run gallery in the Visual Arts Building, 1395 René-Lévesque W. Blvd. Http://www.vavgallery.com
Leonard and Bina Ellen Gallery
Open Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 6 p.m. LB-165. Free admission, wheelchair accessible. Info at ext. 4750. Http://ellengallery.concordia.ca
• WE CAN MAKE RAIN BUT NO ONE CAME TO ASK: DOCUMENTS FROM THE ATLAS GROUP ARCHIVE
Jan. 26 – March 4. The Atlas Group Archive was created by Walid Raad to research and address the contemporary history of Lebanon and, in particular, the recent Lebanese wars. Works by Raad and various collaborators are in the form of videos, documents, photographs, montages and performances. This archive, which blurs the line between fiction and fact, addresses issues of memory, historical truth and the representation of the event. Organized by Michèle Thériault.
• CONFERENCE WITH WALID RAAD
will be hosted by the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (1329 Sherbrooke W.) on Jan. 25 at 6 p.m.
Thought Bubble Theatre
presents Babymaking, a new play by Concordia alumna Jeanie Keogh. An earnest ob-gyn medical student and a vivacious actress and avid environmentalist are in love, lust, infatuated, and in trouble. When she gets pregnant, he celebrates. She struggles. The prognosis: a couple with a lot in store. Jan. 25 – Feb. 5, Mon. – Wed. at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. in the Geordie Space, 4001 Berri (corner Duluth). Tickets $12, $10 for students and seniors.
Canadian Centre for Architecture
On now, the exhibition Empire evokes the relationship between architecture and power, the photographs of Washington by contemporary artist John Gossage are juxtaposed with images of Egypt taken by Hermann Vogel in 1868. Until March 12. At the CCA, 1920 rue Baile.
OSCAR PETERSON CONCERT HALL
Located at 7141 Sherbrooke W. Box office: Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to noon, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., ext. 4848. For full listing of events: Http://oscar.concordia.ca
Allah Made Me Funny!
An English-language comedy show presented by the Muslim Link, Radio Islam, Muslimgear and the Islamic Association of Montreal. Jan. 13 at 7 p.m. For more info, call 779-7397 or email info@iamnet.ca. Tickets are $20, and can be purchased online at http://iamnet.caor at Multivisions (851 Décarie Blvd.).
MEETINGS & EVENTS
“Get Your Work Out There”
Students interested in film, TV and radio should not miss this amazing opportunity to discover what is available outside of school while they are still in it. Sponsored by the Concordia Student Union and the CBC, this seminar will show you how to get your work in the real world. Jan. 13, 1:30-4:30 p.m. in the De Sève Cinema (LB-125). For more info, email studentlife@csu.qc.ca
Peace and Conflict Resolution Lecture Series
will hold the second of three symposia in the series “Interfaith Dialogue Initiatives and Contributions from the Academy: Building Bridges Together” will be held on Jan. 17 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. in H-110. This edition’s topic is “Education and Religion: Responding to the Conflict”. For more info and format, visit http://peace.concordia.ca
The symposium includes an interfaith fair from 12:30 - 3 p.m. on the Hall mezzanine, in cooperation with the Multifaith Chaplaincy and student associations.
In a Time of Violence
The Peace and Conflict Resolution lecture series presents In a Time of Violence, a fast-paced political thriller set during the final tense months of apartheid. It dramatizes the basic ANC policy of ethnic reconciliation within a multiracial democratic society. Jan. 19 at 6:45 p.m. in the D.B. Clarke Theatre (in the Hall Building).
Concordia Observation Nursery
is holding an open house on Jan. 18 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in LB-544 where registration will take place for the Fall 2006 session. There are also also a limited number of spaces available for the Winter 2006 session. The program runs Tues., Wed., and Thursday mornings from 9-11:30 a.m. Children are offered stimulating activities appropriate to their developmental level, and parents are able to observe them at any time. For more info., call Fiona Rowlands at 457-6461 or Harriet Petrakos at ext. 2013.
Canadian Centre for Architecture
presents Blind Spot, a documentary series inspired by the exhibition Sense of the City that explores the extraordinary lives of city dwellers. Films start at 6 p.m., admission is free but seating is limited. At the CCA, 1920 Rue Baile.
• NEXT: A PRIMER ON URBAN PAINTING
Jan. 19. Exploring a phenomenon born on the streets of American cities that has come to influence youth culture all over the world, Next conveys the dynamism and creative brilliance of graffiti as an urban art form. Director Pablo Aravena will be in attendance to introduce the film.
• TRASH/L’ÉPREUVE DU FEU
A double feature. Jan. 26. Director Aude Weber-Houde will provide an introduction to Trash, in which three Montréal garbage collectors discuss their motivations in doing the dirty work and the future prospects of the youngest among them. Bernard Émond’s L’épreuve du feu follows. Exploring the subject of loss through the experiences of firefighters and the victims of fire, the film serves as a reminder that nothing is more precious than life itself.
SGI Concordia Buddhist Club
presents the film Gandhi, King, Ikeda followed by a roundtable discussion on the themes of peace building and interfaith dialogue. Jan. 19 at 8:30 p.m. in H- 625.
Save Café X
After a brief hiatus, Café X is back. We need your help so this student-run Café can continue to offer the same fine cuisine at affordable prices. On Jan. 24 from 5-10 p.m.in the VA Buildiung there will be a small works sale/vernissage with food, drinks and music. Show your support for the Café we all know and love. For more info, email cafe.xx@gmail.com
Concordia Toastmasters Club
You can master skills to help you formulate and express your ideas, improve your ability to listen and evaluate other people’s ideas. We can help you get rid of that nervousness when you are asked to speak, all done in a positive and supportive environment. We meet every Monday evening. For more information: Http://www.angelfire.com/co/TOASTMor contact Susan Ehret at 637-0190, susanehret@sympatico.ca
LECTURES
Stéphane Dion
The CSU presents this lecture by Canada’s Environment Minister and former Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, who will speak about the recent United Nations Conference on Climate Change that took place in Montreal. Jan. 12at 7 p.m. in H-763. This event is for Concordia students only. No schoolbags or jackets will be allowed in the lecture. Free admission.
Concordia Institute for Canadian Jewish Studies
presents “The Jewish Life Cycle,” by Yiddish musician Janie Respitz. This lecture discusses Yiddish songs that sing about every aspect of Jewish life from cradle to grave. Each song will add an understanding of the joys and hardships of the eastern European Jewish life. Jan. 16 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the SB atrium, 1580 Dr. Penfield Ave. For more info, contact cjs@alcor.concordia.ca
Concordia HIV/AIDS Series
All lectures are free of admission and take place at 6 p.m. in H-110, 1455 de Maisonneuve Blvd. West.
• JOHN GREYSON
Jan. 19. One of Canada’s most distinguished film/video makers and interdisciplinary activist-artist-writers, John Greyson, will discuss the aesthetic and political challenges he faced in developing perhaps his most ambitious work, Fig Trees, the 2003 “video opera” about the struggle for AIDS treatment drugs in South Africa.
• PATRICK CALIFIA
Jan. 26. The internationally renowned radical and author of many fiction and non-fiction books on the politics of sexuality and gender will speak about “Risk –Taking Behaviour and HIV Prevention/Education in Two Sexual Minorities (Transgendered people and BDSM Community Members)”. His lecture will be a cautionary manifesto linking the socio-cultural practice of safer sex within the SM community and the larger political context of U.S. government policy around AIDS and sexuality.
Perceptions of Israel
David Aleskor speaks about the media’s influence on the perceptions of Israel. Jan. 25 from 5-7 p.m. in H-110. Sponsored by Concordia Hillel. For more info, email tal@hillel.ca
Defiant Imagination Series
Lectures take place at 6 p.m. in French at the Musée des beaux-arts de Montréal. Presented by the Faculty of Fine Arts.
• FRANCOIS MORELLI
Jan. 18. In his overview covering 30 years, “Sleep, Eat and Go”, the artist and professor of studio arts will will present a selection of his sculptures, installations, and graphic works that stem from these three activities of his daily life. Alone or accompanied, he systematically notes and celebrates his encounters and the passage of time.
• CILIA SAWADOGO
Jan. 25. Sawadogo, a professor of the Mel Hoppenheim School of Cinema and member/researcher of Hexagram, will speak about “The Art of Film Animation in Africa”. Particular attention will be given to the Africa Animated Workshops organized by UNESCO Africa in Nairobi (Kenya) and in Durban (South Africa). She will also talk about personal work as an African animator working in the field for more than 15 years.
SELF HELP & SUPPORT
Counselling and Development
Offers services to both undergraduate and graduate students on an individual basis as well as in groups. Students will benefit from counselling services, student learning services, career services, and those provided by the New Student Programme Office and the Student Success Centre. Services are provided by professional staff and on both campuses. For more info., visit http://cdev.concordia.ca
Employee Assistance Program
A voluntary, confidential counselling and information service available 24/7 to all employees eligible for health benefits at Concordia, including their immediate families. English Services: 1-800-361-4765. French Services: 1-800-387-5676. Visit the EAP web site at: http://eap.concordia.ca
• I QUIT: SMOKING CESSATION PROGRAM
A smoking cessation program for faculty and staff who are serious about quitting smoking. Starting in February, it consists of weekly two-hour sessions given over two months, facilitated by Concordia health care professionals. Space is limited, and the participation fee is $25. Join us for a free information session Jan. 26 from 12-1:15 p.m. in H-771. To register, call ext. 3667.
• SETTING AND ACHIEVING YOUR GOALS
Get ready for 2006! This seminar shows participants how to set goals, develop effective methods for achieving them, and establish ways of evaluating progress. Learn about the Personal Action Plan, which brings your goals into focus and keeps them there until they are reached. Jan. 24, 12 – 1:15 p.m. in H-769. To register, call ext. 3667.
Legal Information Services
Offers free, confidential, information and assistance to all students, faculty and staff at Concordia. Classes or working during the day? We’re open every Wednesday until 8 p.m. For more info., call ext. 4960 or visit http://supportservices.concordia.ca/legalinformationservices . Visits by appointment only.
Student Success Centre
Can help all Concordia students achieve their goals and can provide access to services on both campuses aimed at promoting personal and academic success. Come in to speak with one of the Student Success mentors or sign up for workshops, writing assistance, and more. Visit http://studentsuccess.concordia.ca for info.
Peer Support Program
Stressed about assignments? Frantic about finances? Emotional worries? The Peer Support Program is open! We are students who are here for other students to listen, give information and refer! Downtown: Monday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Annex Z (2090 Mackay), Room 05. At Loyola: Tuesdays, 12-4 p.m. in the Guadagni Lounge. Drop in and check us out! Or phone 848-2424 ext. 2859.
MULTI-FAITH CHAPLAINCY
SCHEDULE OF EUCHARISTS (ROMAN CATHOLIC) IN THE LOYOLA CHAPEL: Sundays at 11 a.m., Tues., Wed. and Fri. at 12:05 p.m. Mon. and Thurs. Communion at 12:05 p.m.
Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard
A vegan meal served in a welcoming atmosphere, with great community and conversations. Drop by between 5 and 7 p.m. in Annex Z, Room 105-106. Mother Hubbard asks for a donation of $2 to restock her cupboards. For more information or if you would like to volunteer, contact Ellie Hummel on ext. 3590 or at mohubbs@alcor.concordia.ca
TEACHING SERVICES
Recruiting volunteer tutors
Frontier College: Students for literacy - Concordia is recruiting volunteer tutors for its various programs. Volunteer two hours a week as a tutor or help support a network of tutors in the push for universal literacy in Canada. Gain valuable experience doing something worthwhile. Upcoming volunteer training : Jan. 19 from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Please confirm attendance by email or phone, stu4lit@alcor.concordia.ca or 848-7454.
CTLS
The Centre for Teaching and Learning Services organizes a series of workshops for faculty and teaching assistants to enhance their teaching skills. For a full list of workshops and registration, call ext. 2495 or visit http://teaching.concordia.ca/workshops/
• TEACHING CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES
This session is intended to bring together faculty members who are teaching controversial issues to discuss their challenges and share strategies for managing constructive disucssion techiniques. Jan. 18 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. at Loyola, AD-210.
• PHD. SEMINAR IN UNIVERSITY TEACHING
This program in university teaching will prepare PhD. students for an academic teaching career. The estimated time commitment is 31.5 hours in-class with 20 hours for preparation of readings and assignments listed in the schedule. Participants will receive a certificate on successful completion of all workshops. There will be a modest charge for materials. Participation is limited to 30 students. Next session starts Jan. 20. 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., room TBA at Loyola. For more info, call ext. 2495.
Mature Student Mentor Program
Advice about school, referrals, or a friendly ear. New mature students can meet with a CMS mentor one-on-one throughout the year, by appointment or on a drop-in basis. Contact Brigeen Badour or Nelly Trakas at ext. 3890.
English Writing Workshop
conducted by professional instructor with more than 20 years experience. One on one training to improve your grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure, etc. Learn how to properly compose term papers and assignments (thesis, footnotes, bibliography, etc.) and receive help editing text. Excellent Rates! Call Ron at 369-9135 or email rocketron@videotron.ca
Word Processing
Tape transcription, term papers, manuscripts, CVs. Near Atwater and Souvenir. Call Carole at 937-8495.
Tutoring Services
Professional quality tutoring in math, physics, mechanical engineering and writing. You choose the location, improvement guaranteed. Visit http://www.universitutor.com
Experienced Tutor Available
Effective and affordable tutoring that gets results. Courses tutored include all introductory science and math courses as well as, organic I & II, analytical I & II, biophysical and inorganic chemistry, and many others. Flexible hours. Email darlook@canada.com
Math/Physics/Stats tutoring
McGill math/physics grad and Concordia Masters student in Education with over four years of experience available to tutor for many courses and grade levels, including high school maths and sciences; CEGEP and university: linear algebra, calculus (I, II, III, advanced), intro stats and prob., intro physics and chemistry. Call Cyril Anderson at 321-7528 or email cyril_anderson@hotmail.com
GMAT Preparation Seminars
Want to pass your GMAT? Prep seminars start soon. For info, visit http://www.advantagemontrealseminars.com
Editing, proofreading, tutoring and translation
From French into English by experienced Concordia graduate. Available to students in any discipline and at any level. Price is negotiable. Call 223-3489 or email biancageo@yahoo.com
APARTMENTS
Plateau Living
1 1/2 and 3 1/2 apartments for rent. Near Mount Royal, steps away from universities and downtown. Renovated, everything included. A must see! 845-8555.
Room in NDG Condo
Room in 8 1/2condo with yard. Close to Snowdon and Villa Maria Metro. 4 bdr., 2 bath. on 2 levels. You will have the largest room in the house and a bathroom. Wireless internet, heating, electricity, washer, dryer and dishwasher included. Everything furnished except your room. $500/mo. negotiable, available immediately. Email jhines01@hotmail.com
Responsible person required
Medical resident seeks someone to occasionally assist with picking his 2.5 year-old son up and dropping him off at daycare (across from the Children’s Hospital) in exchange for free rent. Some food also included. Your room is fully furnished. You must own a car and be very responsible. Wireless Internet, heating, electricity, washer, dryer and dishwasher included. Email jhines01@hotmail.com
Mile End Condo for Sublet
Three-bedroom unit. Furnished with antiques, freshly painted, with refinished wood floors. Parking and outdoor garden. All new appliances. Suitable for professionals, visiting professors, etc. Available between now and September. $2,000/mo. includes everything: Internet, phone, heating, electricity and cable. Phone Catherine at 967-9008 or email cdawe@videotron.ca
Furnished room in NDG duplex
Looking for student to share 4 1/2 semi-basement apartment (with a male who is rarely there). Nicely furnished, seven min. walk to Loyola and shuttle bus, 10 min. to Monkland Village. Laundry available in building, rent includes heat, furniture, cable etc. $365/mo., available Feb. 1. No smokers or pets, please. Call 488-1355.
Furnished Victorian apartment
to rent downtown. Quiet street, eight minutes walk from Sir George campus. Two floor apartment, fully equipped with Internet, phone and cable. Two bedrooms and a fireplace. Cleaning service once a week. Ideal for a sabbatical stay in Montreal. $1,800/mo.Call 848-2424 ext. 7347
Furnished room in West End
Looking for a female non-smoker to share a beautifully decorated, bright 4 1/2 apartment. Located near all amenities. Within walking distance to Loyola, and a bus right outside the door takes you to Snowdown metro. Wireless internet, phone, TV, VCR/DVD, fridge, stove and all utilities inclusive. Washer and dryer located in building. Must love cats. For more info, email linda@civil.concordia.ca
Sublet in Mile End area
Available until mid-March. Frequent bus service, close to mountain, stores and restaurants. Comfortable, attractive 1-bedroom lower duplex. Bedroom on lower floor, plus dining room, office and living room with fireplace and TV. Everything included: laundry area, heat, basic phone service, high speed internet. Suitable for one person or couple. $1,500/mo. negotiable. Email ns_kaha@yahoo.ca
7 1/2 in NDG
Upper floor apartment on Melrose between Sherbrooke and de Maisonneuve. Two skylights, high ceilings, wood floors, fireplace, large front deck, steel back balcony. Washer/dryer outlets, storage in basement. $1100/mo. unheated. Call 483-3433.
UNCLASSIFIED
Learn Self-Defense
Jeet Kune Do instruction available. Train in the martial art founded by the legendary Bruce Lee. Learn to defend yourself, and the art of expressing the human body. For more info, email Sifu Collin at emrys333jkd@yahoo.com
Car for sale
2002 Daewoo Nubira. Four-door, like new, with high-gloss green acrylic finish. 5 speed, 2.0 L engine, 39,985 km. Includes both sets of tires (summer, winter) and 2x40 watt Sony system. $6750. Call 567-5557.
Books and furniture for sale
Brand-new solid wood computer desk, $120 (negotiable); 27” Panasonic TV, brand new, $75; Dark oak dresser, $80; Small table, $40, Wine rack, $80. Call 487-6035 for details. Also, Psychology books for sale as well as hard and soft cover fiction and non-fiction books. Email cryder_2001@yahoo.com for listing.