What's on
FINE ARTS
VAV Gallery
Student-run gallery in the Visual Arts Building, 1395 René-Lévesque W. Blvd. http://www.vavgallery.com
Leonard & 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
• IGNITION
Vernissage on Nov. 30 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Exhibit is from Dec. 1-Jan. 7. Annual exhibition of advanced Masters students from Concordia’s Studio Arts program. This second edition features work by six artists whose practices include photography, video, film, sculpture and installation in an in-depth exploration of the formal and conceptual language of their materials.
Exhibit in the Vanier Library
The Vanier Library at the Loyola Campus is now showing its first-ever exhibition this semester with paintings by Concordia Fine Arts student Sylvia Garfield and alumnus Shawn Mackniak. The library is enthusiastic about showing student art, and enjoins artists to come show off their creations. For more information, e-mail loyolaartsmatters@yahoo.com
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
Jazz Improvization II
Students directed by Charles Ellison, works by Billy Strayhorn, Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, Wayne Shorter, George Cables and others. Nov. 24 at 8 p.m. Presented by Concordia’s Department of Music. Tickets at the door only: $5 or free for students with ID.
R. Murray Schafer in Concert
With special guests Arturo Parra and the Molinari Quartet. Nov. 26 at 8:30 p.m. Tickets at the box office and on the Admission network: $15 for adults, $10 for seniors, $5 for students (plus service charges). Presented by the Department of Music.
Classic Vocal Repertoire
Concordia’s Department of Music presents students directed by Valerie Kinslow, classical repertoire. Nov. 27, 8 p.m. Tickets at the door only: $5 or free for students with ID.
Vocal Jazz Recital
Concordia’s Department of Music presents students directed by Jeri Brown. Performances by the Jazz Choir, the Jazz Vocal Repertoire class, Public Master Voice class and private studio students. Nov. 30 & Dec. 1 at 8 p.m. Tickets at the door only: $5 or free for students with ID.
St. Lawrence Choir
Sing Noël. Works by Mendelssohn, Phillips, Daley, Sirett, Patriquin, Noble, Bach and more; audience participation for traditional seasonal songs. With Iwan Edwards, founding conductor; Dominque Roy, piano; with Concerto Della Donna and the Montreal Children’s Choir. Dec. 3 at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets at the box office and on the Admission network: $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and $10 for students (service charges applicable).
Chamber Ensembles
Concordia’s Department of Music presents Graduate students directed by Monique Martin and Louise Samson, works by Foote, Pujol, Fauré, Gershwin and Mozart. Dec. 4 at 8 p.m. Tickets at the door only: $5 general admission, free for students with ID.
Concordia University Orchestra
Concordia University Department of Music presents Students conducted by Monique Martin, works by Beethoven, Telemann, Ravel and Haydn. Dec. 5 at 8 p.m. Tickets at the door only: $5 general admission, free for students with ID.
Concordia University Chorus
Students conducted by Jean-Sébastien Allaire, works by Vivaldi and R. Murray Schafer. The Chamber Choir will also perform works by Bach, Mendelssohn, Fauré, Poulenc and R. Murray Schafer. Conducted by Louise Samson. Dec. 6 at 8 p.m. Tickets at the door only: $5 general admission, free for students with ID.
Jazz Orchestra
Concordia’s Department of Music presents the music of Theolonius Monk in Monk’s Return by the Little Big Band. Students directed by Gary Schwartz. Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. Tickets at the door only: $5 general admission, free for students with ID.
Concordia Big band
Concordia’s Department of Music presents students directed by Dave Turner, jazz repertoire. Dec. 8, 8 p.m. Tickets at the door only: $5 general admission, free for students with ID.
MEETINGS & EVENTS
Cinema Politica
All screenings are in H-110 and start at 7:30 p.m. For complete listings, visit http://www.cinemapolitica.org
• SEEDS OF CHANGE
Nov 28 at 7:30 p.m. Seeds of Change is a feature length video documenting the impact genetically engineered canola is having on farmers and rural communities in the Canadian Prairies.
• COLA CONQUEST
Nov. 28 at 9 p.m. The Cola Conquest tells the story of Coca-Cola - the ‘sublimated essence’ of all that American stands for - and the century-long competition with its rival, Pepsi-Cola. It explores the delicious paradox at the heart of Coke: How did an innocuous soft drink come to assume such significance in so many people’s lives?
• A CLOSER WALK
Dec. 6. A Closer Walk is the first film to depict humankind’s confrontation with the global AIDS epidemic. The film’s director and producer, Robert Bilheimer, is an Academy Award nominee for his film Cry of Reason, a profile of the South African anti-apartheid leader Beyers Naude.
Peace & Conflict Resolution Series
presents O Herói (The Hero), the story of Angola, a nation torn apart by 40 years of uninterrupted war, and now trying imperfectly but courageously to piece itself back together. It is also the story of the city of Luanda, which like so many in the Third World, is trying to absorb millions displaced by civil strife and global economic change. Nov. 24 at 8 p.m. in H-937.
The Concordia Alumni Association
Invites you to bowl your heart out at the 13th Annual Concordia University Bowlathon in support of student scholarships! Nov. 26 at 12:30 p.m. at the Rose Bowl Lanes, 6510 St. Jacques W. Bowlers are asked to contribute $30 to the Sir George Williams Scholarship Fund. RSVP online at http://homecoming.concordia.ca or call 848-2424 ext. 4397.
Pink Blood Book Launch
Ottawa-based author and Concordia graduate Douglas Victor Janoff will discuss his new book Pink Blood: Homophobic Violence in Canada on Nov. 25 at 4 p.m. in MU-101 (2170 Bishop St.). Presented by the Program in Interdisciplinary Studies in Sexuality and the Simone de Beauvoir Institute. All welcome.
Conference in Ottawa
The Canadian Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences (CFHSS) invites anyone with a personal, professional, or research interest in post-secondary education to attend the National Dialogue on Higher Education from Nov. 27-29 at the Ottawa Congress Centre. This pan-Canadian conference will feature the latest research and contributions of scholars, federal and provincial deputy ministers, university and college presidents, the media and business leaders alike (and more) to push post-secondary higher on the public agenda. For more information, go to http://www.visionedu.ca
Reclaiming Democracy Launch
Concordia’s School of Community and Public Affairs presents the launch of Reclaiming Democracy: The Social Justice and Political Economy of Gregory Baum and Kari Polanyi Levitt, edited by Dr. Marguerite Mendell, vice-principal of the SCPA and director of the Karl Polanyi Institute of Political Economy at Concordia. Nov. 28 at from 5-7 p.m. in the SCPA basement lounge, 2149 MacKay St. Refreshments will be served, e-mail polanyi@vax2.concordia.ca to RSVP.
The Simone de Beauvoir Institute
will host the launch of a book by Roksana Bahramitash, Liberation from Liberalization: Gender and Globalization in Southeast Asia. Nov. 28 at 7 p.m. in MU-101 (2170 Bishop St.). Her book argues that as part of the strategy to halt impoverishing globalization, women’s groups should be incorporated into the decision-making process of the state.
Concordia Toastmaster’s 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/TOASTM or contact Susan Ehret at 637-0190, susanehret@sympatico.ca
LECTURES
Canadian Centre for Architecture
presents the Sensing the City lecture series, presented in collaboration with Concordia University and curated by David Howes, director of the Concordia Sensoria research team. Lectures are at 7 p.m. at the CCA, 1920 Rue Baile. Free admission. For more information, visit http://www.cca.qc.ca/programs
• GUARDED BREATHS
Nov. 24. Performance art and interdisciplinary practices scholar Jim Drobnick presents “Guarded Breaths: Art and Smell in the [cough] Metropolis”. He is currently writing a book on the historical and contemporary uses of scent by visual and performing artists.
• FESTIVAL DES SENS
Dec. 8. Sarah Pimpaneau presents “Un festival des sens: rituel et tourisme dans une ville japonaise”. She has worked on ethnographic collections and exhibitions in Europe and Montréal, and is particularly interested in how material culture is used to create a sense of place.
The Department of Art History
presents a lecture by Concordia Professor Dr Gannit Ankori, entitled “Palestinian Artists between East and West: Hybridity, Dis-Orientalism and Vision.” On leave from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where she is an Associate Professor of Art History, Dr. Ankori is currently a research associate and visiting associate professor in the Women’s Studies in Religion Program at Harvard. Nov. 25 at 10:30 a.m. in the J.A. DeSève Cinema (LB 125).
Bishop Neill Willard Lecture
Concordia’s Centre for Canadian Irish Studies presents the third annual edition with a lecture by Sean Farrell, this year’s O’Brien Visiting Scholar in Canadian Irish Studies. Farrell, winner of the 2001 Donald Murphy Prize for Distinguished First Book in Irish Studies, will speak on “Today is What Matters: Using the Past in Contemporary Northern Ireland.” Nov. 25, 7 p.m. in H-620.
Political Theory Speaker Series
As part of the Philosophy and Ideologies series, the Department of Political Science presents a lecture by professor Horst Hutter who will speak about “Reading Nietzsche through Plato”. Nov. 30, 3-5 p.m. in H-1220. For more information, contact tdsmith@alcor.concordia.ca
Defiant Imagination Series
The Faculty of Fine Arts presents a lecture by Bill Vorn, Professor of Electronic Arts in the Department of Studio Art and a member/researcher of Hexagram at Concordia University. He will speak on “Artificial Life and Robotic Art: Creating the Illusion of Life”. Nov. 30 at 6 p.m. In French at the Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal, 1380 Sherbrooke St. W.
Moira Snow Annual Lecture
Concordia’s Centre for Canadian Irish Studies presents this inaugural lecture featuring Dr. John McGarry of Queen’s University who will deliver a talk entitled “Has the Northern Ireland Conflict Ended?” Dec. 1, 6 p.m. in H-937.
Simone de Beauvoir Institute
Presents a series of lectures as part of its Fall 2005 Seminar Series. Both lectures take place from 1:30-3:30 p.m. in MU-101 (2170 Bishop St.).
• WHITE HOT HIP HOP
Nov. 25. Faculty member Dr. Robyn Diner will present a seminar titled “White Hot Hip Hop: From Eminem to Princess Superstar”.
• SUPER EAST-WEST WOMAN
Dec. 2. Dr. Aphrodite Desiree Navab, a research associate at the Institute, uses humour to negotiate quite painful issues in this performative photographic series. Super East-West Woman navigates Iran and the West in hope of eradicating the evil for which each blames the other. She pokes fun at herself, her two cultures, and the ludicrous situations in which her life, between East and West, has placed her.
UNIVERSITY OF THE STREETS CAFÉ
Open to everyone, Café sessions take place in both English and French. For details and a comprehensive listing of events, please go to http://univcafe.concordia.ca/html/home/html or contact Eric Abitbol at 848-2424 ext. 3967.
•IMAGINING MONTREAL
In this forum, we will discuss the topic: “How do writer’s books and ideas get circulated?” To survive, a writer needs to write. However talented he may be, to be read, a writer needs a good publisher. Who are these people who focus on distribution? Nov. 27 from 2-4 p.m. at the Monet Bookstore in Galeries Normandy, 2752 de Salabery.
• CONSCIENTIOUS CATASTROPHISM
In light of the alarming tendencies in generalised environmental degradation, is it time to start taking concrete steps to prepare ourselves for environmentally-related catastrophes or, at the very least, a significant decline in our way of life? Nov. 29, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Café Pharmacie Esperanza, 12 St. Viateur West.
• SEX & SEXUALITY
Explore what sex means to you in this conversation, “What Kind of Sexual Being am I Allowed to be?” where we will learn more about ourselves and what it means to be human. These conversations depend on your courage, honesty, mutual respect and sense of humour. Join us in this dialogue of self-reflection. Dec. 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Café Pharmacie Esperanza, 12 St. Viateur West.
SELF HELP & SUPPORT
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.
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 family. English Services: 1-800-361-4765. French Services: 1-800-387-5676. Visit the EAP web site at: http://eap.concordia.ca
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 more 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 am - 5 pm. Annex Z (2090 Mackay), Room 05. At Loyola: Tuesdays, 12 pm - 4 pm in the Guadagni Lounge. Drop in and check us out! Or phone 848-2424 ext. 2859.
Christian Fellowships
International Students at Concordia and McGill are invited to come for dinner and Bible study, Wednesday nights 7p.m, at Yellow Door (3625 Aylmer). People from all nations and religions welcome. For directions and other information, email Barry at bwong@ivcf.ca.
Art Therapy
For people experiencing depression, anxiety, anger, loss, relationship difficulties. Humanistic/psychodynamic approach. Contact Beverly at 989-2270.
Naturopathy and Reflexology
With Anna R. Dias, N.D. and CPMDQ member. Naturopathic consultations and reflexology. Receipts for insurance purposes and gift certificates available. For appointment, please call 488-2095 or 823-0093. For more information, visit www.annadias.com
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
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/
• ENCOURAGING STUDENT ATTENTION & RETENTION
In this panel discussion, participants will learn strategies for improving the learning success of all students, such as motivating students, maintaining attention in class and teaching a range of abilities. Dec. 1, 9:30-11:30 a.m. in H-760.
• FIRST DAY OF CLASS
Examine alternate ways to begin a course and to promote classroom discussion and active learning. Develop strategies for preparing an effective course syllabus. Dec. 7, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in H-760.
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 e-mail rocketron@videotron.ca
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. E-mail 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 e-mail cyril_anderson@hotmail.com
GMAT Preparation Seminars
Want to pass your GMAT? Prep seminars start soon. For info, visit http://www.advantagemontrealseminars.com
Word Processing
Tape transcription, term papers, manuscripts, CVs. Near Atwater and Souvenir. Call Carole at 937-8495.
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 e-mail biancageo@yahoo.com
Art Lessons
with international prize-winning artist. Drawing and painting. Traditional or contemporary. All levels. Individual or small group sessions. Portfolio development and art consultation. Call (514) 482-2564 for more details.
HEALTH SERVICES
Flu Vaccines at Concordia
Limited quantities of the flu vaccine are available free of charge if you meet the criteria of the Department of Public Health. If you have a chronic medical condition, long-term heart or lung problem, are over 60 years of age or work with the public or small children, you could be eligible. If you are not eligible, a limited amount of vaccines are available for $20. Call ext. 3569 for more information.
APARTMENTS
Sublet in Mile End area
Available Dec. 28 to March 18. 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. E-mail 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.
Walk to the Hall Building
Furnished 4 1/2 for rent. Equipped with all appliances, including washer/dryer. Quiet area, $1,000/mo. unheated. Call 932-6367.
Sabbatical Rental
Avail. Jan 1 to May 15, 2006 (dates somewhat flexible). Furnished, quiet, one-bedroom, renovated condo with cachet in a 100-year old triplex in Outremont/Mile End. Gas stove, large fridge, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer. Close to all amenities and universities. $1,900/mo. (neg.) includes heat, hot water, gas, telephone, electricity + high speed Internet. Call (514) 273-6842, e-mail gregory.caicco@silentpress.org or visit http://www.silentpress.org/rental for more info and pictures.
4 1/2 in Plateau/Mile End for rent
Corner St-Dominique and St-Viateur. Large eat-in kitchen with exposed brick, private entrance, hardwood floors and lots of light. Close to all amenities, the Main, Jean Talon Market and Little Italy. 55 and 80 buses only minutes away, Available Jan. 1. E-mail steve@xylus.ca for more info.
UNCLASSIFIED
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.
Student classifieds service
Buying, selling or looking for a job? Save time, money, and help out the environment by reducing paper waste. Post your ad in this online forum designed for Montreal students in the downtown core. Go to http://www.con-ads.com
Summer Wheels
4 Summer tires for sale: Pacemark Radial GT; 205/55 R16. $175. Call 402-2347 or e-mail seb3k@sympatico.ca
Camera for Sale
Canon Camera 630 EOS. 35mm model with LED display screen (metal casing) with Tamron Zoom lens AF (28-200 mm)3.5-5.6 F.Lens, has many extra features (AF/manual). Includes: instruction manual, padded carrying case. Flash not included. $150 negotiable. Contact Kathy at 848-2424 ext. 7785.