Events Calendar 

The Saint Joseph's University community is invited to a complimentary luncheon to kick off our 2009 United Way Campaign. Join Co-chairs Cary Anderson, Althier Lazar and a representative from Project H.O.M.E., Erin O'Brien '99, to learn more about how our contributions make a significant difference in the lives of those in need in the community. An electric guitar autographed by Jon Bon Jovi will be on display and raffle tickets will be available to purchase for a chance to win the autographed guitar. All proceeds from the sale of the tickets will benefit Project H.O.M.E.

Join us for this powerful film starring Sean Penn as Harvey Milk, the groundbreaking gay activist and California's first openly gay elected official. The film will be followed by a discussion led by Ann Green and Tom Brennan from the English Department. Presented as part of Unity Week.

Representatives from PricewaterhouseCoopers, a company with an outstanding record for creating an inclusive corporate culture, visit campus to discuss being out as a gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender or ally professional. Presented as part of Unity Week.

The Fall Asian Studies lecture will be given by Dr. Han S. Park, University Professor of Public and International Affairs and Director of the Center for the Study of Global Issues (Globis) at the University of Georgia. Dr. Park will lecture on "The North Korean Nuclear Conundrum." That same day, in the Greaton Room in Barbelin, Dr. Park will offer a more informal presentation of "The Art of Mediation." Dr. Park was involved recently in the negotiations that led to the release of the journalists Euna Lee and Laura Ling, and he will talk about his experiences. Both presentations are open to the public.

Lynda (Gass) '96 and Anthony Commale '95 along with their children, Katherine and Joseph, will talk about their work to provide anti-malaria sleeping nets for children in Africa. The Commale family have raised more than $100,000, and have also worked to raise global awareness about malaria in Africa.

A discussion featuring Dr. Kathleen Bogle, noted expert on both straight and gay relationships. Presented as part of Unity Week.

Transsexual trailblazer Kate Bornstein will be reading from her memoir, "A Queer and Pleasant Danger," and discussing writing, gender boundary crossing, and the building of coalitions from those who live on the cultural margins.

Isis King, the first transgendered woman to be featured on "America's Next Top Model," will presented a lecture as part of Unity Week.

Alumni currently working in the Real Estate and Construction industry are invited to return to campus for an exclusive behind the scenes tour of the new Hagan Arena and Ramsay Basketball Center.

Join us in this Unity Week event for shared stories, music and food. Moderated by Shoshanna Edwards-Alexander, Ed.D., director of multicultural life. A light lunch will be served.

For any student who has lost a loved one recently or in the past.

Unity Week concludes with an informal prayer service in the small chapel.

Join fellow alumni and friends for SJU Alumni Night with the Orlando Magic when the Eastern Conference champions take on the Detroit Pistons at Amway Arena in Orlando, Fla. This special event features a pre-game reception at the arena and exclusive post-game Meet and Greet with NBA All-Star Jameer Nelson '04 and Magic TV Analyst Matt Guokas '66.

SJU vs. Charlotte

Frostbite Regatta